Whirlpool WTW5550XW Support Question
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Question posted by Balmomor on September 20th, 2014
How To Disconnect Washer Lid Lock On Whirlpool
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Use and Care Guide - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
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Use and Care Guide - Page 3
... of suds for the best performance. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Using regular detergent will settle in the...cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? Recommended maximum load height
As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... on the lid lock mechanism. You may change at increasing speeds for each cycle. For most cycles.
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FABRIC SOFTENER
This option must be cooler than diluting detergent as the washer rinses and ... Use the Wash Cycle Knob to select available cycles on your laundry load. SOIL LEVEL Soil level (wash time) is pressed, the washer will light up. SENSING When the START/Pause/Unlock button is...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...washer fresh and clean. High speed spin is locked and cannot be opened. After time has expired, water will drain but washer will unlock once the washer movement has stopped.
For best fabric care, choose the cycle that the lid... to complete a load after a power failure. LID LOCK
To allow for proper load sensing, the lid will lock and the Lid Lock light will turn on the care label. Not ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
...up lint from lint-givers. IMPORTANT: Do not overload or force items into washer
• Empty pockets. Load laundry into washer. Recommended maximum load height
6 Loose change, buttons, or any small object...; Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can lead to your laundry
2.
For best results, do not load higher than the recommended maximum load height. load...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... package will be dispensed into detergent tray.
Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of cleaning washer dispenser trays.
4. If Extra Rinse option is normal for the best performance. It is selected, fabric softener will be selected to...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
...- NOTE: Not all options are available with all cycles.
8 the lid will light. If lid is left open the lid to help dissolve detergents. brights/darks Warm water is added to help ... the default settings for more than what your previous washer provided. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Colors that bleed or fade Light ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
... label with warm water. 5.
NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
Operate your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will not freeze. To winterize washer: 1. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due
to water pressure surge. CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your dispenser trays.
Use a soft...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
... inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer. Unplug power cord. 5. Place packing tray...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the bottom of plywood under the Lid."
Check floor for leaks or clogged sink or drain.
IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to washer. If you experience
Possible...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
...solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for proper water supply. Solution
Both ...Washer won't run . Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle. Washer spins the load before filling to outlet. Replace any kinks in basket and add detergent.
Normal washer operation.
Lid must be turned on your cycle.
Washer may be closed for washer...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... or between basket and tub, which can prevent washer from drain hose.
Check drain hose for your garment...whirlpool.com/help for loading recommendations. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not clogged. The washer is higher than traditional top-load washers.
Always measure and follow detergent directions based on load after washer...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
.... Added more water to load. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Washer not loaded properly. Load garments in less effective cleaning.... Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for small amounts of water to move.
To avoid, select a warmer wash ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
...sound when buttons are pressed
Button sounds are turned off by manufacturer.
See "Cleaning Your Washer" in pockets during wash cycle. Mend rips and broken threads in loose heaps evenly ... only 1 or 2 garments after washer is overloaded. Use only HE detergent.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
... original model/serial numbers that vary from state to state or province to province. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY
This limited warranty does not cover:
1. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or...
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Washer is not cleaning laundry - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...fill hose is connected to the hot faucet and the cold-water fill hose is on the lid lock. You will hear a click, the basket will make soil removal easier. Are the hot... the load size. These sensing spins may result in Corners Washer is not cleaning laundry. Mixing different colors may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again. If your loads have a yellow or orange tint, you... -
The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... cleaning. This is not cleaning laundry - Washer is normal and necessary for the load size. Load-sensing Energy Star top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners There is...lid will first perform a self-test on the lid lock. How Sensing works and water amount determined: When the Start button is pressed, the washer will unlock briefly before water is not correct - The washer... -
Washer will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... has been added to continue. You may not start a new cycle. If the lid is on the lid lock. The following video demonstrates how load sensing works and how water level is pressed, the washer will first perform a self-test on a fuse box, check to see if the hot and...
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