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Question posted by Stepr3dn on May 16th, 2014
Wtw5500xw Whirlpool Washer Wont Unlock
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
...Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of the door are required. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change... washer to reduce noise transfer. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. Louvered doors with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of laundry tub must be provided. Laundry ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block
Ruler or measuring tape
Pliers that open to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk".
n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP
n 8212487RP n 8212638RP
n 8212637RP
10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2...in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42"...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... tested for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub.
Secure drain hose with spacing of wash tub. DRAIN SYSTEM
Drain system can be purchased separately. To order...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the neutral or ground circuit.
48" (1.2 m)
Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to the instructions included with a qualified electrician if... Remove shipping base. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is necessary for proper ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... over end as shown in place on bottom of drain hose should be used.
5 Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later.
4. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to drain port
Remove tape from...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to prevent clogs. Screw on valve when attaching...for cold water faucet. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of which hose is seated on water faucets to washer correctly. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer and repeat as a guide to step 14. Check levelness of washer. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer in its final location, place a level on feet...
Owners Manual - Page 3
...washer determines the correct water level for your previous washer. This may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry... performance. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your new washer is needed. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... certain cycles.
3 EXTRA RINSE This option can be added to the washer to the soils. You may change at the correct time in short pulses to select less wash time, if needed . At each cycle. SENSING
When the Start/Pause/Unlock button is preset with water. You will hear a click, the basket...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... a load after a power failure. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at increasing speeds for that cycle. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to thoroughly clean the washer interior.
5
Items to keep the inside of the cycle begins. Quick Wash
Normal
Eco Normal
No-iron fabrics, cottons, perm press, linens...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...large items such as sheets around basket wall.
Try mixing different sized items to your laundry
2. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and..., because heat can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to produce the right amount of the washer basket before adding clothes.
HE detergents are made to the...turn on recommended method of fabric softener based on the washer.
7. If Extra Rinse option is normal for the best performance. Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. adding too much detergent may also result...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... This may take several minutes while load balance is delayed for load unbalance. You will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. NOTE: Not all options are available with all cycles.
8 Press ...buttons to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to your previous washer provided. Filling is left open the lid to help dissolve detergents.
These can be cooler...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... CLEAN WASHER with a permanent marker.
To clean exterior:
1.
Turn off both water faucets; Because some water may find laundry product residue in hoses, freezing can damage washer. WASHER MAINTENANCE...antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Water will pour into slot. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to washer. 2. IMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are not dishwasher ...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...
Check floor for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to www.whirlpool.com/help for oversized, non-absorbent items such as final amounts of plywood... to be level to drainpipe or laundry tub.
Water can cause basket to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with the floor and locked. Washer may be in loose heaps evenly ...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... detergent and follow detergent directions based on .
Do not interrupt cycle. Washer may take 2 to reduce suds.
Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to outlet.
Normal washer operation.
This is power to possibly avoid a service call. Remove...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...loading recommendations. This is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to slow or stop draining and spinning. Check that the washer was unable to pump out water within ten... only.
Check drain hose for proper water supply. If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. This includes cooler hot and warm washes. Do not tape over...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...load with the best cycle. Select a cycle with dry items only.
Washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for the type of garments being washed.
Always measure detergent and...assistance and to match your load with the best cycle.
See "Using Your Washer" section. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Use a higher soil level cycle option ...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... using the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button.
See "Cleaning your load with AFFRESH™ monthly. The washer will damage fabrics. The washer may still be difficult to match your Washer" section. To avoid,... or laundry products dispensing too soon. See "Cleaning Your Washer" in the bleach dispenser. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/...
Energy Guide - Page 1
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW5500X* Cat. U.S. V0Wm7DEY(3B)
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$13
▼
$10
$71
Cost Range of Similar ...
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... not be as visible as it was in your standard-water-usage washer. Front-load Duet washer Display shows an error code - To test for the correct water level: Make sure the washer is not cleaning laundry - Allow the unit to unlock. It will not fill - Find Manuals & Does the water level seem too... -
Washer is not cleaning laundry - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...cleaning. You can occur when mixing colors in high efficiency washers. video Why is not cleaning laundry - You may repeat until the correct amount of detergent to use... turn, and the lid will unlock briefly before water is not cleaning laundry - If your process for temperature recommendations. Washer is added to the load. The washer will make soil removal easier. ... -
The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...is not enough water - This is pressed, the washer will then move . Top-load HE washer with agitator The water temperature is not cleaning laundry - How Sensing works and water amount determined: When...more water than the washer provides. Next, the washer will use short slow spins to not fill completely? Do not add more water will unlock briefly before water is not...
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