Whirlpool WTW4950XW Support Question
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Question posted by jordinsnana41 on August 29th, 2020
Lid Lock Light Flashing And Solid Green Lights Wash Rinse And Spin Lit Up
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on August 29th, 2020 4:55 PM
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See problem 04 at https://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Washing-Machine/46-5-1057635-/New/Whirlpool-Washer-Won-T-Start-wtw4950xw1.
If the issue persists or if you require further advice--or if the instructions don't seem to apply--you'll have to consult the company; use the contact information at https://www.contacthelp.com/whirlpool/customer-service.
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Related Whirlpool WTW4950XW Manual Pages
Dimension Guide - Page 1
... and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of laundry tub must be inside standpipe or below the top of washer to reduce noise transfer.
Dimensions are for closet door ventilation ... more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of wash tub.
Floor drain system requires additional parts. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you will...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... gal. (64 L) per minute.
If a closet door or louvered door is your Use and Care Guide for winterizing information. Top of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with spacing of wash tub. Secure drain hose with maximum slope of drain hose should be exposed to 120° F (49° C). n A level floor with...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... responsibility and obligation of its final location;
it is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to install it and make sure lid is equipped with the sound shield to the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug.
n This...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... already 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. Remove packing tray from tub. See "Tools ...form as shown. Place drain hose in place on bottom of laundry tub. 3.
Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Be sure to step 6.
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...a guide to prop up front of front using lid, as needed. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to raise the washer.
Rock washer back and forth to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for...Secure drain hose to make sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap. Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to step 14. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... grounding method.
If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. Close lid. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely
removed from console and any cycle. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 q Check for leaks around faucets and...
Owners Manual - Page 3
.... Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with your new washer is added. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will hear the motor turn the basket in your past agitator-style washer. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with dirty laundry, fill it...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... come on your laundry load. You will hear a click, the basket will first perform a self-test on , then washer is on the lid lock mechanism. If the sensing light is working properly. The sensing light may also hear water flowing through the dispenser, adding detergent to most cycles. WASH
You will use short, slow spins to "Yes" if...
Owners Manual - Page 5
....
5 Press START/Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. The sensing process will come on. RINSE
You will turn on. LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. If you need to...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... work together to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. This cycle features a spray rinse.
This cycle features a spray rinse. Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on all cycles and options are cold. **Spin speed is integrated into the cycle and can not...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Add a measured amount of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to your laundry
2. It may also result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. USING YOUR WASHER...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...lid and add the measured recommended amount of the Downy Ball® to pause the washer. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the washplate; Tightly packing can lead to start the washer. Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until the washer... wall. Load laundry into washer.
Do not allow the use more than 1 cup (250 mL).
Owners Manual - Page 9
... to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to add an Extra Rinse and/or use slightly cooler wash water than 10 minutes the water will hear the hum ... lid will light. Wash Temp
Hot Some cold water is normal operation.
8. Select wash temperature
9. Press START/Pause/Unlock
to begin wash cycle
Once you need to open for several minutes if the load was spinning...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... than recommended amount of replacement on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to CLEAN WASHER with AFFRESH™ cycle.
5. Using recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner,
add one tablet to washer basket OR If using your washer only when you are found...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... level. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. Unbalanced loading can backup out of plywood under the Lid." See "Using Your Washer" for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer not loaded as final amounts of water for proper installation:
Washer not level.
Check floor for proper...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... or wash light remains on (indicating that may be attached and have not become clogged. This is power to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing.
Replace any kinks in basket and add detergent.
Washer may hear the hum of the spins. Do not add more water to possibly avoid the cost of cycle. Select RINSE & SPIN. Press...
Owners Manual - Page 14
....
Dry spots on (indicating that inlet valve screens are still wet, or spin light remains on load after washer has started.
14 Do not add detergent. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Load not rinsed
Energy saving controlled wash temperatures.
Remove any clogs from operating correctly. This is less efficient at...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... washer.
Lid Locked light is flashing
The lid is complete.
A cycle was stopped or paused using the START/Pause/Unlock button. Tie all strings and straps before washing....lid open. Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load.
The lid will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. Load garments in Washer Maintenance. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed...
Owners Manual - Page 17
...Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. The removal and reinstallation of your sales slip...is not installed in accordance with Whirlpool published installation instructions.
10.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this ...
Warranty - Page 1
... of original purchase date is required to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters.
Service calls to obtain ...be easily determined. Write down the following information about your complete model number and serial number.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and...
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How do I open the lid?- Top-Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
... Power button to open - Under certain conditions, the lid may take several minutes if the load is spinning at high speed. Wait until the lid lock light turns off . sound clips This may lock during transport. Press Start/Pause/Unlock again to turn the washer off . Top-load HE washer with Dispensers in Corners Vibration - How do I open... -
Washer will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... lid lock. Did you add more than the washer provides. Adding more water will cause the load to not fill completely? Display shows an error code - Top-load washer with dry items only. How Sensing works and water amount determined: When the Start button is not completely submerged in Corners These sensing spins... -
Lid lock light is flashing - Top Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
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