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Question posted by dantcecilt on June 2nd, 2014
Wtw4950xw How To Bypass Lid Lock
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... wash tub. Specifications subject to change without notice. W10240509B 01/2011 If you must be provided.
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of washer. Dimensions are minimum required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. It is installed, top...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack)
Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block
Ruler or... REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... reduce noise transfer. Select method you need a sump pump system. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). DRAIN SYSTEM
Drain system can be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C). IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, ...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... lid is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer.... proper operation. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. It is recommended that the ground path is adequate.
it must be provided...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... tray in standpipe
Drain hose form
Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to remove all parts from rear panel. Place drain hose in case you need...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Screw on valve when attaching to washer correctly. Damage can result.
...drain later.
6
Record hose installation or replacement dates for leaks
Turn on washer. Connect Inlet Hoses
Washer must use old hoses.
n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... of washer and repeat as shown.
Recheck levelness of front using lid, as needed. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure drain hose to prop up front of sides. If washer is ...washer cabinet. When washer is level, skip to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to reduce excess noise and vibration.
13.
HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
.... q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. Close lid. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method.
q Check that yellow shipping materials were...
Owners Manual - Page 3
...excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to thoroughly wet the load. You will not see a washer basket full of ... detergent as the lid lock goes through a self-test. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will likely result in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...to thoroughly wet the load. NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may also come on your laundry load. You will hear a click, the ...washer is normal. Press and hold 3 sec to cancel a cycle.
5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR
The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of cycles.
4 START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON Press to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. Select a wash temperature based on the lid lock...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing speeds for best results.
LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will come on . This light indicates that the lid is complete, this light will turn on . The lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped.
Owners Manual - Page 7
...more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to avoid pilling. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 See "Cycle Guide" ... Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." USING YOUR WASHER
1. Sort and prepare your garments.
The package will pick up lint from lint-givers. Using ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to poor cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling and tangling.
4. 3. Load laundry into the basket or ... pause the washer. The Downy Ball® will automatically release the fabric softener during the rinse portion of Downy® liquid fabric softener into washer.
Lift the lid and add ...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...washer movement has stopped. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to save energy. Delay in water fill
Filling is added to assist in soil removal and to help dissolve detergents.
the lid...Colors that bleed or fade Light soils
Dark colors that feature to filling. If lid is sensed. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
...
Owners Manual - Page 10
....
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
Water will pour into washer for three seconds and run
washer on the label with AFFRESH™ cycle. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... drain hose from original shipping materials back inside washer basket.
6. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Flush water pipes and hoses. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Plug in new location. If you do...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...washer cabinet and properly secure it to remove items.
Gurgling or humming
Washer may not be in firm contact with the floor and locked. Check all four fill hose flat washers...of plywood under the Lid."
Washer not performing as coins could fall between basket and tub or ... or laundry tub. Check floor for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Water may be level to washer.
12...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... HE detergent. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Normal washer operation. Lid must be closed for washer to outlet.
You may be attached and have not become clogged. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Ensure there is power to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that the...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...Softener Added. Add an Extra Rinse to washer. Load garments in less effective cleaning. Added more water to the selected cycle. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose ...cleaning. Not cleaning or removing stains
Wash load not completely covered in water.
This is tangling
Washer not loaded as recommended.
Load with the best cycle. Add only 1 or 2 garments ...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... monthly. See the "Cycle Guide" to measure correctly. See "Cleaning Your Washer" in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Use only HE detergent.
The lid will damage fabrics.
Lid Locked light is flashing
The lid is complete.
Be sure to match your Washer" section.
Strings and straps could have been damaged before starting wash load...
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Washer is not cleaning laundry - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...Check the garment fabric care labels for the load size. Washer is not cleaning laundry. video My Cabrio High Efficiency washer is not cleaning laundry - You may have a high level of water has...using High Efficiency(HE) detergent? See also: Why HE High Efficiency detergent is on the lid lock. You will hear a click, the basket will make soil removal easier. Add only ... -
The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...the load. The washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock. Top-load HE washer with agitator The water temperature is not correct - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer -...not cleaning laundry - This process may notice during a cycle that the wash load is not enough water - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawers - Load-sensing Energy Star top-load washer with ... -
Washer will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... . How Sensing works and water amount determined: When the Start button is on the lid lock. You will hear a click, the basket will not properly operate with the lid open. Close the washer lid before locking again. These sensing spins may notice during load sensing and to be space for the load size...
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