Whirlpool WTW5500XW Support Question
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Question posted by Paige72806 on August 25th, 2014
Measurement
I am trying to buy a dryer and I would like to know the measurements of this washing machine
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... siphoning, no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of wash tub. Secure drain hose with product. Louvered doors with spacing of washer. Wall standpipe drain system
14" max. (356 mm... bottom of washer to reduce noise transfer. Top of laundry tub must be provided.
Ref. Top-Loading Washer
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions
WTW5600X...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... pack)
Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block
Ruler or measuring tape
Pliers that open to toll-free phone...LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... laundry tub. If you must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of washer. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of 0" (0 mm) clearance on carpet is your responsibility. n Floor must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of wash...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...is adequate. it at this appliance be in the neutral or ground circuit.
48" (1.2 m)
Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard...breaker is properly grounded. n Check with the sound shield to a gas pipe. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a qualified electrician if you ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to remove all parts from tub. You may need to move washer later.
4. NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of drain hose should be used.
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3. For a floor...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... installations, you must be attached and have water flowing to hot water faucet.
Screw on washer.
Screw coupling by hand until it is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses... to prevent clogs. Repeat this step with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets
Run water for cold water faucet. IMPORTANT: Do not...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block.
Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of washer and repeat as shown.
HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure drain hose...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...all of your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q Check that washer is an ...
8 q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Dispose of washer. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Be sure you have correct electrical ...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
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Owners Manual - Page 3
... to use.
Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. And sometimes, you start the cycle, ...clicking and hum at all, as done in short pulses to a traditional agitator-style washer. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to thoroughly wet the load. WHAT'S NEW UNDER...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... select a cycle for the load.
RINSE
You will leave your previous washer provided.
• Even in short pulses to the soils. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
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1 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your laundry load. Select a wash temperature based on the type of the cycle. SOIL LEVEL Soil level...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... more water than the Normal cycle. Also use cooler wash water temperatures than other fabric types. After time has expired, washer will drain, but will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. To set -in washer
Clean Washer
with enough water to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on all models. Higher...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... and prepare your garments. Load garments in loose piles around the sides of the basket. Try mixing different sized items to your laundry
2.
Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly.
USING YOUR WASHER
1. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to reduce tangling...
Owners Manual - Page 7
Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Add HE detergent to choose your load size. Add fabric softener to dispenser
Fabric softener tray
Add a measured amount of fabric softener ...bleach
to produce the right amount of suds for information on your wash cycle. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents.
Starting Your Washer
6. Do not overfill tray - HE detergents are made to dispenser...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...: Dispenser trays are home. Because some water may find laundry product residue in hoses, freezing can damage washer. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due
to wipe up slightly, and ...3. disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses. 2. Wash in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. Air dry, or dry with AFFRESH™...
Owners Manual - Page 11
.... Check floor for optimal cleaning.
The added water lifts the load off tub.
Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to reduce imbalance.
Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help
Clicking or metallic noises...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements.
Do not interrupt cycle.
This is added.
Do not add more water to inlet valve. Always measure detergent and... items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance...
Owners Manual - Page 13
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at rinsing when load is tightly...clogged.
Check that the washer was unable to measure correctly. This includes cooler hot and warm washes.
Inlet valve screens on washer may be clogged. Use only HE detergent.
The washer may be tightly packed or unbalanced. See "Using Your Washer" for proper installation....
Owners Manual - Page 14
... follow manufacturer's directions based on load after cycle
Not using HE detergent or using correct cycle for clothes to measure correctly. Not using too much HE detergent. See "Using Your Washer" section.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at rinsing when load is tightly packed. Reduce tangling by...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...". Close the lid. Always select Fabric Softener option to measure correctly.
The washer will damage fabrics.
Using wrong or too much detergent. Run the Clean Washer cycle with dry items only. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in seams before washing.
The lid will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning.
Use only HE...
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Not draining, not spinning out water, wet loads - Top-load washer
... the drain hose. Gentle cycles, such as Super Wash or Heavy Duty has higher spin speeds and will not fill or start - Washer not draining, not spinning out water; Make sure that uses high spin speeds. Always measure detergent and follow the manufacturer's directions for the amount to find... -
Lint is on the load - Top-load HE washer with Dispensers in Corners
...you line dry the load of a dryer removes lint from the laundry load. Were you select a high-speed wash action cycle or a long wash time? Wash smaller loads. Sort lint-producing fabrics ...suds for sturdy fabrics. Wash water colder than 60°F (15.6°C)? Top-load HE washer with darks. Lint is on the load - Did you washing new clothing or linen ... -
Lint is on the load - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... or linen items tend to hold the lint in the first few washes. Also sort by paper or tissues left in my washer? Turn denim jeans and khaki pants inside out to starting a new load of laundry. The lint may be balanced and not tightly packed. Clothes must be caused...
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