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Question posted by Anonymous-124159 on November 6th, 2013

Broken Washer

MY washer won't start all it does is make a low buzz and say on the screen FL=Full load so I took it out and it does the same thing what do I do???

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Installation Guide - Page 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Parts supplied (located in the washer basket): Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain ...

Installation Guide - Page 3

...) 27 1/2" (699 mm) 24 in low temperatures. To order, please refer to the phone number or website on the back page of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. Spacing...49°C) water to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of where the power cord is attached to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk." See your "Use and...

Installation Guide - Page 4

... supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. ■■ To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must install higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.) Laundry tub drain system 41/2" (114 mm) 309" (796920 mm) Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). install no higher than 96" (2.4 m), you need a sump...

Installation Guide - Page 5

...washer cabinet Gently pull hose out of back of the washer...washer in the future. Remove drain hose from washer. IMPORTANT: ■■ Be sure the foam shipping base has been removed from the bottom of washer cabinet from the washer tub. Using two or more people, tip the washer... washer cabinet. 1. Remove foam shipping base. Then, set the washer onto cardboard before laying washer...

Installation Guide - Page 6

... provided). Connect inlet hoses to washer correctly. 3. Make sure the washer basket is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to water faucets 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into one end of laundry tub. Damage can result. Coupling B. Feed hose into standpipe (shown in standpipe A B A. Washer IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check that the hot...

Installation Guide - Page 7

... excess noise and vibration. 1. Damage can result. First, place a level on the side of the washer in a later step. 6. 4. Connect inlet hoses to hot water inlet valve. Record hose installation or replacement dates for washer to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with cold water inlet valve. Then...

Installation Guide - Page 8

... for a medium-size load and pour it to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that you have all parts are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block. ■■ Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to raise the washer. Select a normal cycle and press START. Dispose of/recycle all...

Energy Guide - Page 1

Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8200Y*, WTW8240Y*, WTW8400Y*, WTW8440Y*, WTW8600Y*, WTW8800Y* Cat. Government Federal law ...• Cost range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash loads a week and a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 2

WASHER SAFETY 2

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

.... • Even for faster drying. EXTRA RINSE This option can be added to the washer to start to open the lid, press START/PAUSE. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, press SOIL LEVEL to select a cycle for your laundry load. WASH TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... Soak Warm Cool Cold Heavy Normal Medium Light EcoBoost For models with separate cycle knob positions for that need rinsing only Rinse & Spin High Medium Low EcoBoost Fabric Softener Wet load of your washer. This cycle uses a high-speed spin. This cycle drains the water and spins at a high speed.

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing; Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. Sort and prepare...

Use & Care Guide - Page 9

...washer. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. 9 It may also result in this washer. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for information on your load...performance. Then select Fabric Softener option. Starting Your Washer 6. Do not overfill or dilute. Press... and noticeable mold or mildew. Using Laundry Product Dispensers 3. Add HE detergent to...

Use & Care Guide - Page 10

...be cooler than your previous washer provided. These may be lit. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to start the wash cycle. Not all cycles. 10. Press START/PAUSE to add, if not... or 2 missed garments: Press START/PAUSE; Powdered detergents may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Promptly remove garments when cycle is normal. Press START/PAUSE to save energy. To...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

... not use more information. Press START/PAUSE. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will continue. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Using recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner, add one tablet to washer. 2. Unplug or disconnect power to washer drum. Turn off both water faucets; Close washer lid. 4. Use all-purpose surface...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

.... Loose items such as a rug or jeans jacket with all household plumbing for an HE low-water washer. Gurgling or humming Washer may block pump. This is normal operation for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) An unbalanced load can backup out of plywood under the Lid." Check all dial lights flashing...

Use & Care Guide - Page 14

.... If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won 't run or fill, Check for washer to possibly avoid a service call. washer stops working Both hoses must be closed for proper water supply. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have been caught in inlet hoses, which...

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

...Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not reversed. Use only HE detergent. Check that inlet valve screens are not reversed. Both hoses must be tightly packed or unbalanced. Washer may be on load after washer has started... Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not clogged. This includes cooler hot and warm washes. Load ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 16

... been followed. Mend rips and broken threads in pockets during wash to match your load with the best cycle. 16 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for tough cleaning. Select a cycle with AFFRESH® cycle after washer has started . Note that items will be...

Use & Care Guide - Page 17

... to the hot water inlet and hot water hose is flashing, reselect your load. Lower drain hose if the end is left open for correct drain hose ...appears in the washer. Press START/PAUSE once to assure proper dispensing. If code appears again, call . Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Homes with low water pressure may...

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