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Question posted by shaven6 on May 27th, 2013

Cabrio Washer Wtw5640xwo Not Working

when start washer, acts like it's going to start cycle but then stops and lid lock light flashes. try to start again and won't do anything. have to unplug to get lid lock to go off.

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Owners Manual - Page 2

WASHER SAFETY 2
Owners Manual - Page 3

... in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to a traditional agitator-style washer. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will settle in the ...style washer Washer with your new washer is added. This may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be different kinds of water as done in the "Cycle Status Lights"...
Owners Manual - Page 4

... the Soil Level. If you have chosen. Then press START/Pause/Unlock to set your washer to start of cycles. 3 CYCLE OPTIONS When you to conserve energy and water. When this option is specially designed to increase your laundry load. You may be used with certain cycles. DELAY WASH If you are preset to select less wash...
Owners Manual - Page 5

... selected soil level. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS RINSE You will start over when the washer is complete, this light will turn , and the lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. The sensing process will hear sounds similar to resume the cycle. 5 This light indicates that are different from traditional washers. SENSING When the Start/Pause/Unlock button is locked and cannot be...
Owners Manual - Page 6

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that require rinsing only. Not all models. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. Use this cycle to wash small, lightly soiled loads of 2-3 items that cycle. The washer will fill with Affresh™ Tap Cold/Cold Hot/Cold High Low No Spin High Low No Spin High Extra Heavy...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... around the sides of the basket. Try mixing different sized items to your laundry 2. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items...
Owners Manual - Page 8

...the washer. 8 Starting Your Washer 6. adding too much detergent may also result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for correct amount of cleaning washer ...The package will be dispensed into washer. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom...
Owners Manual - Page 9

... WASH option. The delay countdown has started when the START/Pause/Unlock light stops blinking. Select cycle settings Turn cycle knob to select desired start time. 2. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils 9 To set the delay. Dark colors that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water may absorb moisture from your previous washer provided. Indicator for that bleed...
Owners Manual - Page 10

... bleach have been rinsed from washer. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to restart the cycle. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you may take several minutes while load balance is left open the lid to open for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Use a soft, damp cloth or...
Owners Manual - Page 11

... steps: 1. Pull tray out until washer is placed in basket and run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to mix antifreeze and remaining water. ...Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. If washer will not freeze. Keep lid taped until you feel resistance. 2. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in hoses, freezing can damage washer...
Owners Manual - Page 12

... you have started the washer. Load could be draining water. For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/help for service to remove items. It is on clothing such as coins could unbalance washer. The sensing light is normal to washer. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to basket could fall between...
Owners Manual - Page 13

... and follow detergent directions based on . To remove suds, cancel cycle. Check that may be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to 3 minutes before water is added. Washer may hear the hum of cycle. Both hoses must be tightly packed. Do not add more...
Owners Manual - Page 15

... dispenser. 15 Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer's directions based on load after the cycle is complete to improve cleaning. See the Cycle Guide to match your load with the best cycle. Washer not loaded properly. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Be sure to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric...
Owners Manual - Page 16

... the Clean Washer cycle with low water pressure may have tangled. Estimated Time Remaining is not correct Lid Locked light is started. Tie all strings and straps before washing. Do not use liquid HE detergent. Odors Monthly maintenance not done as expected (cont.) Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. A cycle was stopped or paused...
Dimension Guide - Page 1

... 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for planning purposes only. This washer has been tested for floor standpipe drain system. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Dimensions are required. If a closet door or louvered door is recommended. Consider allowing...
Installation Instructions - Page 2

...washers To order, please refer to toll-free numbers on back page 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...: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end...and possible "washer walk". ...washer) Your installation may require additional parts. INSTALLATION...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

... least 39" (990 mm) above floor; n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on washer, and water pressure of laundry tub must be purchased separately. Top of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa). This washer has been tested for installation with water and load) of 1" (25 mm) under entire...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose ...as shown in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

... water to help in attaching hoses to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Repeat this step with separate directions. A small amount of hose failure... connected to washer correctly. Repeat with a red ring. Attach hot water hose to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

... counterclockwise to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Check levelness of sides. If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to check levelness of front using lid, as a guide to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on feet until they...

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