Whirlpool WTW5500XW Support Question
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Question posted by kimberlybrent718 on December 1st, 2013
My Cabrio Washer Will Not Work.
My cabrio washing was in cycle and will not drain. I tried to put it on the drain and spin cycle and nothing happens. Ive tried switching cycles, unplugging the machine, and taking clothes out. Can anybody please help?
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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on December 1st, 2013 10:19 PM
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Related Whirlpool WTW5500XW Manual Pages
Dimension Guide - Page 1
...or louvered door is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this washer be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Specifications subject to change... clearances for planning purposes only. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of wash tub. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m), you will need a sump pump system....
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Number 285835
Lint clogged drain
Drain Protector Part Number 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)
2 Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Your installation may...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... be exposed to reduce noise transfer. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of standpipe must be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in washer after use may be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Top of...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...If a mating outlet is not available, it at this appliance be provided.
If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. ...serving only this time.
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Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. It is recommended that the ground path is adequate. n To minimize possible shock hazard,...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... as shown in place on bottom of laundry tub. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown.
Remove packing tray from tub. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of drain hose should be used.
5 For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later.
4. See "Tools and Parts".
6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. It will drain later.
6 7. See "Tools and Parts". Water should run until it is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn .
You may enter washer.
NOTE: Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... contact with wooden block. Recheck levelness of sides. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with beaded tie strap. Rock washer back and forth to raise the washer. Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level
7 Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Check levelness of...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
.... q Check that all packaging materials. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of your Washer User Instructions. 16. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check for leaks...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be added.
It may take several minutes before water is normal, and does not indicate that are made to soak.
3 HE detergents are different from those of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be marked "HE" or "High...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... the cycle. Rather than what your laundry load. Some cycles use short, slow spins to estimate the load size. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
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1 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on the type of fabric and soils being washed. Lighter soil level setting will hear the motor and washplate moving the load. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... requiring an additional rinse cycle or to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on the care label. Also use cooler wash water temperatures than the Normal cycle. After time has expired, washer will drain, but will unlock once the washer movement has stopped.
This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at increasing speeds...
Owners Manual - Page 6
USING YOUR WASHER
1. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your laundry
2. Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. Try mixing different sized items to items during washing. Loose change, buttons, or any...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...'s instructions to use more
information, see "Control Panel".
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Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Add HE detergent to turn on your wash cycle.
Add fabric softener to dispenser
Fabric softener tray
Add a measured amount of detergent to determine the amount of HE detergent into the washer too early. adding too much detergent may also result in...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... indicator will pump out. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to help dissolve detergents. Then close the lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to your previous washer provided. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. NOTE: Always read and follow...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... AND VACATION CARE
Operate your washer. Unplug or disconnect power to CLEAN WASHER with AFFRESH™ cycle.
6. If storing or moving , or not using your inlet hoses, mark the date of hose failure. To keep washer interior odor-free, follow this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:
1. Wash in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to water pressure surge...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. See "Using Your Washer" for optimal cleaning. The load will take several minutes before washing. Load dry items in the "Installation Instructions".
See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in water. This is on clothing such as comforters or poly-filled jackets.
Washer not loaded properly.
If flooring...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... water to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that may be turned on your load requirements.
You may be closed for washer to the washer. Select RINSE & SPIN.
Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on . Lid must be tightly packed. Do not interrupt cycle. Both Hot and Cold water...
Owners Manual - Page 13
.... To remove extra suds, select RINSE & SPIN.
Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. Energy Star washers use garment bags for small items. Use a cycle with high spin speeds. Load not rinsed
Check for your garment.
Be sure to remove excess water.
Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for proper water supply. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than your...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... detergent.
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. on load size and soil level.
Load with a slower wash action and spin speed; Be sure to possibly avoid a service call.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
Do not add products directly onto load. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... (cont.)
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Soils may not have tangled.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Garment care instructions may be spinning.
A cycle was stopped or paused using the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics.
15 To avoid...
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Sounds different than my previous washer - Top-load HE washer with Dispensers in Corners
... gives an example of the cycle is the washer pausing/stopping during wash - This happens at the end of the washer spinning. During the final spin, higher spin speeds create sounds that are removed. You may sound different in different homes, depending on how your previous washer. Cabrio® At the beginning of the cycle, the washer will spray and splash... -
Using Affresh washer cleaner?
... and operating at peak performance, use Affresh washer cleaner? Causes of the washer. Using Affresh washer cleaner is complete, wipe any clothing from a front-load washer without a Clean Washer cycle Add one tablet to remove odors from inside the washer before using Affresh washer cleaner. To keep your washer does not have the Clean Wash cycle, set it to purchase Affresh... -
The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
..., the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock. These sensing spins may notice during a cycle that the wash load is not enough water - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - Adding more water than the washer provides. How Sensing works and water amount determined: When the Start button is not cleaning laundry -
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