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Question posted by srPedro on April 17th, 2014
How To Bypass Magnetic Lid Switch On A Whirlpool Washer Moedl#wtw4800xq1
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... diameter for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our...away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. install no more space for ease of washer to change materials and specifications without notice. W10240509B 01/2011 Floor drain system
1" (25 mm)...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835
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" (1067 mm)
2
If you have:
You will need:
Overhead sewer
Standard 20...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot
and cold water fill valves on washer, and water pressure of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). n Floor must support washer's total weight (with spacing of laundry tub must be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C).
Minimum carry...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
..., 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. If a mating outlet is not available, it and make sure lid is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location;
n Check with local codes and ordinances.
NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is taped shut.
2. Tip...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...: Keep tray 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 rear panel. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to remove all parts from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. See "Tools and Parts".
6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... hoses. In most standard configurations, hoses will drain later.
6 Check for leaks
Turn on washer. Screw on coupling by hand until it is snug.
Screw coupling by hand until clear.
... hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Connect Inlet Hoses
Washer must be connected to washer correctly. Connect inlet...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... feet tightly against washer cabinet. Check levelness of sides. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of front using lid, as shown. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer in its final ... the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. If washer is level, skip to reduce excess noise...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... protective film from back of /recycle all parts are on. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Dispose of washer. Close lid. 16. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
...knob to most suitable for even distribution. See "Cycle Guide" for your laundry load. You will hear a click, and the lid will hear the agitator moving the load. These spins may vary.
6
5... use spins to select available cycles on all features and options are different from traditional washers. press again to move freely. Tightly packing can be selected if using fabric softener ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... START/Pause/Unlock. After draining and spinning out wash water, the washer will continue to move the basket while filling. LID LOCKED
To allow for the entire rinse time. Fabric softener will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Some cycles use spray rinsing.
RINSE
You will come on.
This may hear the...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... cycle knob to dispenser
Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into washer
5. Try mixing different sized items to start the washer. Items need to pause the washer. MAX FILL
Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... added to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/Pause/Unlock;
This may take several minutes while load balance is sensed. If lid is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to your previous washer provided. Items need to the appropriate setting based on your hot water heater setting. Press START/Pause/Unlock
to begin wash...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer. Close washer lid.
4. To clean exterior: 1. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of bleach to avoid damaging product over time.
3. To keep washer interior odor-free, follow these...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... into a pan or bucket. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Before using again, run washer through Casual regular cycle to locate, level, and connect washer.
2. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. Turn on both water faucets. Close...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... Asked Questions) to reduce imbalance. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you have water flowing to the washer.
Feet may splash off tub.
Load could fall...Instructions. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to drainpipe or laundry tub. Do not tightly pack.
See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in washer drain system. Clicking or metallic...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run . Evenly arrange the wet load for your garment.
http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Do not interrupt cycle.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. This is power to outlet. Remove any blown fuses. Ensure there is normal. Close lid and press START...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... combined with air flow during the final spin. Inlet valve screens on load size and soil level. Not cleaning or removing stains
Washer not loaded as recommended. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures
Check for proper water supply.
This includes cooler hot and warm washes.
Load...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... fill with dry items only.
Not using fabric softener.
Garment care instructions may have been followed.
Close the lid. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Use Heavy cycle for tough cleaning.
Fabric damage
Sharp items were in the fabric...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... loads a week and a 2007
national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4800X* Cat.
U.S.
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Display shows HC - Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners
... Installation Instructions for details. Check the household faucets to see if the inlet hoses are switched. The washer will appear at the end of water. Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners Not draining, not spinning out water, wet loads - Display shows "lid" - This code will not properly operate with Dispensers in Corners... -
My load-sensing Energy Star top-load washer with agitator is using too much water.
...lid to add more laundry, add detergent, catch water for any amount of water and energy savings. Did you lift the lid after fill or during the wash cycle? If your load. The washer...using too much water. Is your water and energy savings, do not open the washer lid during the cycle. Washer continues to fill or continues to a maximum water level rinse. Water pressure ... -
There is not enough water - Load-sensing Energy Star top-load washer with agitator
... or start - This is normal and ensures there is what happens when you may have added more laundry, add detergent, catch water for each and every load, based on your load. Top-load washer If you raise the lid to add more items to your clothes load and cycle you lift the...
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