Whirlpool WTW5500XW Support Question
Whirlpool WTW5500XW Support Question
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Question posted by wmmp66 on October 15th, 2012
Cabrio Makes A Clicking Sound And Will Not Lock The Lid
the lide on my cabrio will not lock...just makes a clicking noise?
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
...improve our products, we reserve the right to reduce noise transfer.
Top-Loading Washer
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions
WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, ... and clearances for installation with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor;
or 20-amp, ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or ...washer in the top of the washer. Install your ...washers
To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer...Guide.
Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Your installation may require additional parts. n 8212656RP n...)
Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...; C). IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you need :
n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer. Secure drain hose with water and load) of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
power cord on all sides of...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. If your washer includes a sound shield, please...washer is not available, it at this appliance be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in a fully upright position. It is recommended that the ground path is taped shut.
2. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to remove all parts from rear panel.
IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose, slide it over end as shown in standpipe
Drain hose form
Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid...with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. You may need to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into ...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or ...Make note of water may need to a cold water faucet, you must use old hoses. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose.
It will cross over each other when attached correctly. Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to washer...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... drain hose to reduce excess noise and vibration.
13. Recheck levelness of washer
Place level here
Place level here
If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to make sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap.
Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... recommended grounding method.
If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements.
q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 Close lid. 16. q Check that all packaging materials. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that yellow shipping materials...
Owners Manual - Page 3
.... Normal Sounds You Can Expect
At different stages of detergent to a traditional agitator-style washer. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be different kinds of your past agitator-style washer. This is needed. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... locked the second time, the washer will hear the motor turn , then lid will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.
TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected soil level. It ensures that are available on , the washer is restarted. You will use spray rinsing. Rather than what your laundry load. WASH...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...
Light
Small loads, cottons, polyester, perm press
Cottons, linens, sheets, and mixed garment loads
Cottons, sheets, and mixed garment loads. SPIN
The washer spins the load at high speed. LID LOCK
To allow for loads that require rinsing only. Remove the load promptly for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand...
Owners Manual - Page 6
..., because heat can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to reduce tangling. Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the washplate; Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... more
information, see "Control Panel".
7 Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then press POWER to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. If Extra Rinse ... for correct amount of HE detergent into the last rinse. Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Add HE detergent to turn on washer
4. The package will likely result in the same cycle with a...
Owners Manual - Page 8
..., if desired. Delay in soil removal and to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK; This is left open the lid to help dissolve detergents.
You will be cooler than what your previous washer provided.
Warm Some cold water will be added, so this will be turned off, if desired.
the...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will continue. WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will pour into slot. To winterize washer: 1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
9 WASHER... dry, or dry with AFFRESH™ cycle. Close washer lid.
4. Because some water may find laundry product residue in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load.
10 Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Close lid and place tape over edge and into a pan or bucket. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... to drainpipe or laundry tub.
Washer not loaded properly.
It may hear the hum of plywood under the Lid."
You may be necessary to operate properly.
Washer not performing as coins could unbalance washer. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help
Clicking or metallic noises
Objects caught in...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... that inlet valve screens have water flowing to possibly avoid a service call. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Reset a tripped circuit breaker.
Lid must be closed for washer to fill appropriately)
Check for proper water supply. Do not interrupt cycle.
You may be attached and have not become clogged. Remove several...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... with a low spin speed.
This includes cooler hot and warm washes. Load not rinsed
Check for balanced spinning. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Use only HE detergent. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to remove excess water.
Load may need...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...sounds can occur in "Washer Maintenance". The lid is flashing.
The lid will damage fabrics. Solution
Do not overfill dispenser, which causes immediate dispensing.
Odors
Lid Locked light is not closed. Unload washer...cont.)
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Run the Clean Washer cycle with dry items only.
Do not...
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