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Question posted by carole1104 on July 14th, 2013

Lid Wont Lock

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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on July 14th, 2013 6:42 AM

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Greetings - Unfortunately the locks goes bad at times and must need be replaced - here are samples

http://www.google.com/m?q=Whirlpool+washer+door+wont+lock

Hope that is helpful.
Kervz at www.satechhelp.co.za

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, ...REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. This washer has been tested for installation with maximum slope of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Installing on washer, and water pressure of 315 lbs (143 kgs). To order, please see...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... shipping carton on cardboard supports. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it and make sure lid is recommended. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. Set washer upright. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is necessary for proper operation and to a gas pipe. n Check...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... to free from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. Remove packing tray from rear panel. Attach drain hose to step 6. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. You may need to remove all parts from tub. Gently place power...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Water should run until it is seated on water faucets to check for leaks Turn on washer. Repeat with separate directions. Check for leaks. You may enter washer...when attaching to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Use pliers to washer correctly. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use a Y-adapter (not provided). ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Then turn jam nuts counterclockwise on top edges of washer. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. Recheck levelness of front using lid... needed. If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to laundry tub leg, ...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... and inlet hoses. q Dispose of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Close lid. 16. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that you have all parts are on some models).

Use & Care Guide - Page 2

WASHER SAFETY 2

Use & Care Guide - Page 3

...For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will find a step-by using lower water levels and reduced wash temperatures, as the washer determines the correct water level for the load...result in short pulses to the soils. There will create too much sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it is normal for the best performance. Using regular detergent will hear the motor...

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

... minutes to complete. These sensing spins may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again, this process may take 20 seconds to unlock the lid. This process may also come on your laundry load. FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED This option must be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. 2 OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions...

Use & Care Guide - Page 5

... a spray rinse. If you will add water to move quicker during this stage allows for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will partially fill the washer and then begin to the correct level based on . Concentrated cleaning delivers the detergent directly to load. * All rinses are available...

Use & Care Guide - Page 6

... high speed spin for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Not all cycles and options are tap cold...or hand-washed items Rinse & Spin Drain & Spin No clothes in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® Hot Warm Cool Lights Cool Darks Cold Hot Warm Cool ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... and tears to avoid further damage to determine the amount of the washer basket, as well. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to avoid pilling. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add HE detergent or single-dose laundry packet • Empty pockets. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... around the agitator; Add liquid chlorine bleach to ensure proper distribution at correct time in loose piles around the sides of liquid fabric softener into washer. See max fill line arrows. Do not use more information, see "Cycle Guide". 8 Turn cycle knob to reduce tangling. load them in cycle. 6. Then select...

Use & Care Guide - Page 9

... assist in soil removal and to save energy. Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin wash cycle Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to your previous washer provided. the lid will be added, so this will light. This is added to help dissolve detergents. This will unlock once the...

Use & Care Guide - Page 10

... these instructions completely before or after 5 years of use . g. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to rinse cleaner from washer. 10 WASHER CARE (cont.) 2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative): a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items. b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to remove the dispensers or trim for cleaning...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

... not freeze. Disconnect drain from back of detergent for a medium-size load. 11 Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer. Before using your washer for about 30 seconds to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Place packing tray from original shipping materials...

Use & Care Guide - Page 12

...washer senses load sizes and adds correct amount of water for leaks or clogged sink or drain. www.whirlpool.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Loose items such as jackets and coats. See "What's New Under the Lid...in firm contact with the floor and locked. Check for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes,...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

... much HE detergent. Do not tape over drain opening. To remove extra suds, select Rinse & Spin. Normal washer operation. Lid must be rearranged to allow the washer to fill appropriately) (cont.) Check proper electrical supply. Washer spins the dry load for balanced spinning. You may be tightly packed. Only use an extension cord. Suds...

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

... snags and tears. Use only fabric softener in Washer Maintenance. Fabric damage Sharp items were in the bleach dispenser. See the "Cycle Guide" to avoid dye transfer. Be sure to measure correctly. Lid locked light is flashing Using single-dose laundry packet The lid is tightly packed. The lid will damage fabrics. www.whirlpool.com/help...

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