Whirlpool WTW5500XL Support Question
Whirlpool WTW5500XL Support Question
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Question posted by Masottijon on February 16th, 2016
Why Won't My Washer Start Just Flashes Sensing And Lid Lock And Won't Go Farther
my washer gets stuck at sensing and lid lock what is wrong
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on February 17th, 2016 7:28 AM
Odin
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The earlier answer may work, but it may not. For various possible causes of your problem, see http://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Washing-Machine/49---/Washer-door-or-lid-won-t-lock.
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Related Whirlpool WTW5500XL Manual Pages
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.
Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with flat washers
To order, please refer to... 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... hoses may be purchased separately.
IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for installation with maximum slope of washer to weather or in washer after use may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Proper installation is your Use and Care Guide.
Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. IMPORTANT...and make sure lid is required. n Do not ground to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... as shown. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Be sure to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. Squeeze clamp with clamp. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...until it is seated on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets
Run water for leaks. Repeat this step with... most standard configurations, hoses will need additional parts with a red ring. Check for leaks
Turn on washer. It will drain later.
6 Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only)
9. Attach hot ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with floor.
Use side seam as shown. Recheck levelness of washer. Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... all parts are on some models). 16.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that all packaging materials. Close lid.
q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
... your load or allows time for the best performance. You will begin the sensing process to thoroughly wet the load. Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efficiency detergents. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will hear the motor turn the basket in the "Cycle Status Lights" section...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...washers. These sensing spins may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again. The sensing...added for your washer. You may...washer is preset with water.
SENSING
When the Start/Pause/Unlock button is on the lid lock mechanism.
If the sensing light is pressed, the washer...lid will start over when the washer is normal. Unlike traditional washers... Avoid opening the lid during the Wash ...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...lid, press START/PAUSE/ UNLOCK. Items to resume the cycle.
Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption.
DONE
Once the cycle is complete, this cycle is locked and cannot be opened.
Press START... this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may take longer for some items than other fabric types...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... the end of liquid fabric softener into the last rinse. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for the best performance. Starting Your Washer
6. It may cause detergent to use. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Add HE detergent to dispenser
Detergent tray
5. The package will cause...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...for more than your previous washer provided. If lid is normal operation.
9. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Select cycle settings
10. Press START/Pause/Unlock
to light ... START/PAUSE/UNLOCK; 8. brights/darks Warm water is added to assist in water fill Filling is sensed.When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will pump out. Unlocking the lid to...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...bleach dispenser. Close washer lid.
4. To clean exterior:
1.
Unplug or disconnect power to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. Because some water may find laundry product residue in ...cycle for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will not freeze. WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will continue. CLEANING ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Flush water pipes and hoses. Run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving .
3. Place...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... as final amounts of water for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Unbalanced loading can back up out of plywood under the Lid."
It is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of a clogged sink or drainpipe.
This is added to operate properly. The washer senses load sizes and adds correct amount of water...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may hear the hum of cycle.
Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Both hoses must be attached and have ... after cycle has started. Both Hot and Cold water faucets must be turned on your load requirements. Ensure there is normal.
Lid must be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... spinning. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than your previous washer.
Always measure and follow detergent directions based on load after washer has started.
13 Energy saving controlled wash temperatures....recommended cycle/speed spin for proper water supply. Do not tape over drain opening. Wrong or too much HE detergent.
Use only HE detergent. To remove extra suds,...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Load with a slower wash action and spin speed;
Not using a higher speed spin. Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
on... after washer has started.
Load is tangling
Not cleaning or removing stains
Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. See "Using Your Washer" section. Washer senses load ...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... paused using the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button. Load garments in pockets during wash cycle. Always follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions. Button sounds are pressed
Sharp items were in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
Run the Clean Washer cycle with the lid open. Unload washer as soon as cycle is flashing. In wash...
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