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Question posted by tomtcs57 on July 22nd, 2017

Lid Lock Light Flashes. Washer Doesn't Start. What's The Reset Sequence?

lid lock light flashing. Washer won't start. It did this before and I found the fix online. Now, I can't find it. What do I need to do to reset things

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on July 22nd, 2017 5:52 PM
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Go to https://www.manualslib.com/manual/958632/Whirlpool-Cabrio-Wtw8000dw.html?page=19&term=reset&selected=4, and see the solutions toward the bottom for F5E2 and F5E3.


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Installation Guide - Page 2

... Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Install your Use and Care Guide. To order, please refer to toll-free numbers on back page of your washer to 1" (25 mm) diameter... insert in the top of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 If you have: You will need: Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal....
Installation Guide - Page 3

...; F (0° C). Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. You will need a sump pump system. n A level floor with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of washer. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be needed.) Laundry tub drain system 4.5" (114 mm) 39" (990 mm) Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76...
Installation Guide - Page 4

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Installation Guide - Page 5

... case you need additional parts with separate directions. Attach drain hose to step 6. Free power cord If clamp is not already in Step 7. Squeeze clamp with clamp. See "Tools and Parts". 6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (114 mm) of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove...
Installation Guide - Page 6

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Installation Guide - Page 7

... want to its final location. Use side seam as needed. If washer is not level: On models with plastic feet). LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to raise the washer. Check levelness of washer Place level here Place level here Move the washer to prop up front of washer. 15. On models with a wood block or similar object...
Installation Guide - Page 8

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Use & Care Guide - Page 4

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Use & Care Guide - Page 5

...load size and water pressure may pause the washer, open the lid, and add items. Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin the selected cycle; Factors ...NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of items you are available on will cancel the current cycle, touching twice will turn the washer ON. ADD GARMENT When Add Garment is opened. When selecting a ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 6

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Use & Care Guide - Page 9

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Use & Care Guide - Page 11

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Use & Care Guide - Page 12

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Use & Care Guide - Page 13

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Use & Care Guide - Page 14

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Use & Care Guide - Page 15

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Use & Care Guide - Page 16

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