Whirlpool WTW5500XW Support Question
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Question posted by madgusmc on August 7th, 2014
Cant Get My Wirlpool High Performance Washer To Start Model # Wtw5500xw
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
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PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions
WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4850X, WTW4930X
271/2"
27"
(699 mm) (686 mm)
Electrical: A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- This washer has been tested for floor standpipe drain system.
Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of laundry tub must install...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk".
Install your washer in the top of your washer to 19...⁄16" (39.5 mm)
Optional tools:
Flashlight
Bucket
Parts supplied:
NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry...starting installation.
Installation Instructions - Page 3
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Drain system can be at least 39" (990 mm) high; Water remaining in washer after use may be purchased separately. install no higher than ...recommended spacing allowed, except for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm).
Top of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute.
If a closet...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is taped shut.
2. If a mating outlet is not available, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
Attach drain hose to remove all parts from tub. Be sure to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later.
4. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. Place drain hose in...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Connect inlet hoses to water faucets
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water ... and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are only connecting to washer correctly. Clear water lines
For floor drain installations, you must be attached and have water ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...parts are on. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
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Select any tape
remaining on some models).
16.
q Check that all... for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Dispose of your Washer User Instructions.
Start washer and allow to see what was skipped.
q Check ...
Owners Manual - Page 3
...washer.
Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efficiency detergents. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall.
Rather than diluting detergent as with low-water washplate wash system
The most striking difference in your load or allows time for the best performance...start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...different from traditional washers. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during a cycle. The sensing process will start over when the washer is pressed, the washer will be changed...laundry load. Unlike traditional washers, the load is determined by regulating incoming hot and cold water. The wash time is not covered with all models. Fabric softener will first perform a self-test on , the washer...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... for proper water removal, based on .
Not all models. Use this cycle for best results. When this cycle is complete, this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power.... Use this cycle to open the lid, press START/PAUSE/ UNLOCK. Spin speed is high. SPIN
The washer spins the load at high speed. This light indicates that the lid is locked...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... performance. Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then press POWER to turn on recommended method of cleaning washer dispenser trays.
HE detergents are made to ensure proper distribution at the end of HE detergent into the washer too early.
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be dispensed into detergent tray.
Starting Your Washer
6. Using Laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...will light. Filling is delayed for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Then close the lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to light soils
Cool - NOTE: Not all options are available...turned off, if desired. Delay in soil removal and to check for more than your previous washer provided. If lid is sensed.When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will be ...
Owners Manual - Page 9
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To remove residue, follow this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:
1. CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer. If cycle must be interrupted, press Power and run
washer on the label with warm water. 5. Because some water may find laundry product residue in warm, soapy water, using liquid chlorine bleach, add...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... bucket. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and
connect washer. 2. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Disconnect drain from back of washer. Close lid and place tape over edge and into washer basket.
7. Plug in new location. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Shut...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... washer.
Washer not performing as final amounts of...laundry tub. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help
Clicking or metallic noises
Objects caught in contact with periodic gurgling or surging as expected
Not enough water in washer
Load not completely covered in this "Use and Care Guide".
If you have started the washer...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run .
Normal washer operation.
Do not interrupt cycle. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may hear the hum of cycle.
Do not add more detergent.
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Suds from regular detergents can restrict water flow. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Both Hot...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...washer.
Remove any clogs from operating correctly.
Load with high... on washer may... rinse temperatures
High speed spins ...the washer to ...washer and faucet, and have water flowing to inlet valve.
The washer...
The washer is less...Washer not performing as recommended.
Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for loading recommendations. See "Using Your Washer...load washers.
...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...Washer not performing as recommended. See "Using Your Washer" section. Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the recommended cycle for fabric type.
Use Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for assistance and to washer... water lifts the laundry off the washplate,...in dispenser after washer has started. Select a ...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... (cont.)
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. A cycle was stopped or paused using the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button.
See "Cleaning your load...Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before starting wash load.
bleach spills.
The washer will not start or fill with AFFRESH™ monthly. Load dispensers before ...
Energy Guide - Page 1
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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 Models
123 ... on your utility rates and use.
• Cost range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash loads a week and a 2007...
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