Whirlpool WTW5500XW Support Question
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Question posted by Joscarol on June 24th, 2014
Why Is My Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Wtw5500xw Not Agitating
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
...from bottom of wash tub.
If a closet door or louvered door is recommended. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to ... Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer to change materials and specifications without notice. Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Dimensions are ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...before starting installation. To order, please refer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". If you have:
You will need:
Overhead sewer
Standard 20 gal. (76 ...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)
Adjustable or open end ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Floor standpipe drain system
IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Recessed area or closet installation
3" (76 mm)
Minimum diameter for winterizing information. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... grounded.
n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Set washer upright.
n Check with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is ... appliance be provided. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. Remove shipping base. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... drain hose should be used.
5 Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of laundry tub.
Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to free from tub. Be...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... Parts".
Connect inlet hoses to water faucets
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water inlet valve marked with a red ring. Water should ... separate directions. Use pliers to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). A small amount of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. n ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
.... Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level
7 Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of sides.
When washer is level, skip to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. 12. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure drain hose to check levelness of...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... and inlet hoses. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
q Check that all packaging materials. Close lid. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely
removed from...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
...detergents are different from those of detergent to a traditional agitator-style washer.
This may also result in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the load size-no ...clothes will be added. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the soils.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
.... The sensing process will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. Unlike traditional washers, the load is normal. Rather than what your laundry load. You may also hear water flowing through the dispenser, adding detergent...wash time is pressed, the washer will make a slight turn the basket in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to thoroughly wet the load.
Owners Manual - Page 6
...• Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. load them in loose heaps evenly around the sides of the basket.
...not wrap large items such as sheets around the washplate;
USING YOUR WASHER
1. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to your laundry
2. IMPORTANT: Items need to move freely for tips and more ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... dispenser will be dispensed into the washer too early.
It may cause detergent to choose your load size. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to immediately dispense into the last rinse. It is normal for a small amount of suds for...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... hoses. 2. WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET...washer as clean and fresh as your washer only when you feel resistance. 2.
IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to washer. 2. NOTE: For best results, do not use abrasive products. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Because some water may find laundry product residue in hoses, freezing can damage washer...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...steel basket. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to drainpipe or laundry tub. Wash smaller loads to ...laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Unbalanced loading can back up out of a clogged sink or drainpipe. This is on clothing such as final amounts of alignment and cause water to www.whirlpool.com/help for loading instructions.
If you have started the washer...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... the top of the load in pump or between basket and tub, which can keep washer from drain hose. See "Using Your Washer" for balanced spinning. Wrong or too much HE detergent.
This is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for your load. Both hoses must be clogged.
Inlet valve screens on...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...only a few items.
Not using a higher speed spin.
See "Using Your Washer" section.
Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in dispenser after the cycle is normal and necessary for... by mixing types of water.
This is complete to avoid dye transfer. Washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for fabric type. Load garments in water.
Use only HE ...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... will damage fabrics. If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as recommended.
Solution
Do not overfill ... solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to assure proper dispensing...as expected (cont.)
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Button sounds can occur in pockets...
Energy Guide - Page 1
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW5500X* Cat. V0Wm7DEY(3B)
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$13
▼
$10
$71
Cost Range of Similar ...
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Display shows Ld - Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners
... agitators. Click the following to washers with Dispensers in Corners Not draining, not spinning out water, wet loads - The drainpipe (standpipe) height requirements are longer than 96" (244 cm) above the floor? Display shows LF - The example shown is for an impeller washer but is not kinked or clogged. Straighten the hose for Cabrio washers... -
Washer continues to fill or continues to drain - Top-load HE washer with Dispensers in Corners
... how the Cabrio washer drains and installation guidelines for complete details. Find Manuals & Top-load HE washer with tape. Make sure that the top of the drain is below 39" (99 cm), the water will break the suction. Load-sensing Energy Star top-load washer with Dispensers in the drainpipe or laundry tub. ... -
Display shows LF - Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners
... or laundry tub. Make sure the top of the drain is for one incoming source of the machine (siphoning) as measured from the floor). The washer will keep water from being continuously sucked out of water. Remove any accumulated film or particles from the inlet valves in Corners My Cabrio washer display...
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