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Question posted by BIGDOGCLA on May 27th, 2014
Whirlpool Washer Model Wtw4880aw And The Door Will Not Lock.
I Have Unplugged It And It Does Not Help. When You Close The Lid And Press Start It Will Clik About 4 Or 5 Times Then Start Flashing
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on May 27th, 2014 9:50 AM
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See http://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Washing-Machine/49-5--V1RXNDg4MEFX/Whirlpool-Washer-door-or-lid-won-t-lock. (Ignore the paragraph in red relating to a partial model number.)
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Related Whirlpool WTW4880AW Manual Pages
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with washer)
Your installation may require additional parts. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP... 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...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of standpipe must be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub.
See "Washer Care" in door are minimum required.
install no more space for ease of 315 lbs (143 kgs). n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot
and cold water...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... standpipe; Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. You may need to free from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Remove packing tray from...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... be attached and have water flowing to faucets or washer. Repeat this step with second hose for future reference. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of which hose is seated on .... Do not use tape or sealants on washer.
You may enter washer. See "Tools and Parts".
Screw on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... reduce excess noise and vibration.
13. Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to prop up front of front using lid, as shown. Check levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14.
Rock washer back and forth to prop washer with floor. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to make sure...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... /recycle all parts are on. Close lid. q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of washer. Select any tape
remaining on some models). q Check for leaks around faucets...
Use & Care Guide - Page 3
... basket wall.
For example, you may also result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Cleaning with a regular non-HE detergent. The package will be different kinds of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will likely result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. Using...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4
... water may take 20 seconds to unlock the lid. This is working properly. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will flash. The sensing light may take several minutes to complete. These sensing spins may take 2 to pause the cycle and unlock the lid.
NOTE: Avoid opening lid during the Soak and Wash portions of...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5
... Darks Cold
Hot Warm Cool Lights Cool Darks Cold
High High High
Provides maximum wash time and action for concentrated cleaning. Select Deep Water Wash option for the load to penetrate... locked and cannot be opened. You will repeat for lightly soiled mixed loads. RINSE
You will hear water enter the washer as the washer rinses and moves the load.
Items to open the lid, press START/...
Use & Care Guide - Page 6
... fits the load being washed.
The washer will use intermittent agitation and soaking.
Not all models. Place small items in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub.
This cycle... permanent press, and blends. The washer will not spin. Use this cycle to load. * All rinses are needed in a hurry. After time has expired, water will drain, but the washer will ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 7
... of HE detergent or single-dose laundry packet into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trim and ornaments.
• Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to your laundry
2. Add a measured amount of the washer basket, as well. If using an...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
... amount of the rim. Turn cycle knob to ensure proper distribution at correct time in loose piles around the agitator; See max fill line arrows. Select cycle
Liquid Chlorine Bleach
Do not overfill, dilute, or use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Load laundry into washer
5.
Use & Care Guide - Page 9
...help dissolve detergents. Select Deep Water Wash option for load unbalance. Delay in soil removal and to assist in water fill Filling is the temperature from your hot water heater setting. This is added to your previous washer... 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; the lid will light. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to start the wash cycle. Wash Temp...
Use & Care Guide - Page 10
....
d. Do not add any spills. e. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. If cycle must be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL. (For models with no Power/Cancel button, press and hold START/ Pause/Unlock for Best Performance): a. Open the washer lid and remove any detergent or other chemical to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at which in turn may result...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11
... down front of R.V.-type antifreeze in washer or reconnect power. 3. Close lid and place tape over edge and into a pan or bucket. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in hoses, freezing can damage washer. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Before using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:
1. Reconnect water inlet...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12
...Washer" for optimal cleaning.
See "What's New Under the Lid."
Check for any kinks in contact with the floor and locked.
See "Level the Washer" in this Use and Care Guide. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry...go to www.whirlpool.com/help - Washer not performing as expected
Not enough water in the washer
Load not completely covered in washer drain system.
TROUBLESHOOTING...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13
...www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run .
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Close lid and press START/Pause... the washer to determine if load is normal. Washer may not allow even distribution of the spins.
Do not tape over drain opening.
www.whirlpool.com/help -
Not...
Use & Care Guide - Page 14
...recommended cycle for the fabrics being washed.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started . In U.S.A. Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures
Check for proper water ... extract more moisture than traditional top-load washers.
Washer is less efficient at rinsing when load is tightly packed.
www.whirlpool.com/help -
Select a cycle with air flow ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 15
...
Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer is not closed.
Items may have been followed.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after the cycle is tightly packed.
Always follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions. Lid locked light is flashing
Using single-dose laundry packet
The lid is started. A cycle was stopped or paused using fabric softener...
Energy Guide - Page 1
...water heater)
Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use.
• 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...per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4880A* Cat.
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