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Question posted by joebryan on December 16th, 2014

Washer Will Not Begin Cycle...

Washer lid locks but does not go through sensing cycle by spinning tub, etc. I can hear a series of clicks which leads me to believe it is trying to start. I have tried unplugging and letting it rest but it wiill not start up on any cycle.

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Answer #1: Posted by sabrie on December 16th, 2014 6:38 AM
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Related Whirlpool WTW4950XW Manual Pages

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to reduce noise transfer. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top-Loading Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4850X, WTW4930X 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) Electrical...
Installation Instructions - Page 2

...possible "washer walk". If you have: You will need: Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (990 mm) tall drain tub or utility...proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648... Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. To order, please refer to 19⁄16" (39...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

...), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. n Floor must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of standpipe must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of drain hose should be needed...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

... must be inside standpipe; Attach drain hose to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of drain hose..., slide it over console to allow free access to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard ...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

...additional parts with cold water inlet valve. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of water may need to washer correctly. A small amount of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Repeat with ...sealants on valve when attaching to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Clear water lines For floor drain installations...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

... of washer and repeat as shown. Rock washer back and forth to raise the washer. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to step 14. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe ...adjustable wrench to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of front using lid, as needed. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location,...
Installation Instructions - Page 8

...for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Close lid. q Remove protective film from back of washer. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. If there ...cycle. q Check that you have all packaging materials. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 3

... detergents are different from those of your past agitator-style washer. This may take several minutes before water is needed. Rather than diluting detergent as the lid lock goes through a self-test. And sometimes, you may hear nothing at the beginning of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be added...
Owners Manual - Page 4

... the cycle. You will hear a click, the basket will start the selected cycle; If the sensing light is on your energy savings on , then washer is added to select available cycles on during the Soak and Wash portions of these spins. The wash time is used to automatically add a second rinse to thoroughly wet the load. Once the lid has locked...
Owners Manual - Page 5

Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on . This light indicates that the lid is restarted. 5 Press START/Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. This may take several minutes if the load was selected. Avoid opening...
Owners Manual - Page 6

...cycle features a spray rinse. Use this cycle to wash small, lightly soiled loads of the washer fresh and clean. No Spin High High High Use this cycle to soak small spots of the cycle begins... cycles. The washer will not spin. To set -in a hurry. This cycle uses a spin to thoroughly clean the washer interior. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • ...on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 HE detergents...
Owners Manual - Page 8

...Try mixing different sized items to choose your load size. Tightly packing can lead to spill, splash, drip, or run into the Downy Ball®, pull the ring tightly to start the washer...to pause the washer. Items need to dispense fabric softener in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach. Load laundry into washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser This washer has been ...
Owners Manual - Page 9

... would like to the desired setting. If lid is sensed. Select cycle options, if desired If you need to increase your energy savings on your previous washer provided. 7. Select wash temperature 9. Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin wash cycle Once you to open for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Wash Temp Hot Some...
Owners Manual - Page 10

... 5 years of use to avoid damaging product over time. 3. Close washer lid. 4. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. To winterize washer: 1. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed. Because some water may stay in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to water pressure surge. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Do not use more than recommended amount of...
Owners Manual - Page 11

...tray from back of washer. Flush water pipes and hoses. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Plug in new location. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 11 Unplug power cord. 5. Turn on...
Owners Manual - Page 12

... pack. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in water. Humming The sensing light is normal. You may not be necessary to call ...In U.S.A. Check that load is normal operation for proper installation: Washer not level. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. See "Using Your Washer" for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe...
Owners Manual - Page 13

..., cancel cycle. Select RINSE & SPIN. Press Start/Pause/Unlock. Do not add more water to fill appropriately) Check for any blown fuses. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Both hot and cold water faucets must be turned on your load requirements. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Lid must be tightly packed. The washer senses the...
Owners Manual - Page 15

... spin speed; Be sure to avoid chlorine bleach. Use dispenser to measure correctly. See "Using Your Washer"...washer has started. Wash like colors together. Always select "Yes", when selecting Fabric Softener Added. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of the basket before starting a cycle. Not using Quick Wash cycle, wash only a few items. Use Super Wash and Heavy cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 16

... and follow the manufacturer's directions. Run the Clean Washer with dry items only. Use only HE detergent. Always follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions. Items may have been damaged before washing. Lid Locked light is flashing The lid is complete. A cycle was stopped or paused using the START/Pause/Unlock button. Tie all strings and straps...

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