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Question posted by masanch on April 8th, 2014

Whirlpool Washer Wtw4950xw Won't Lock

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...the top of washer. Secure drain hose with equivalent air ventilation openings are acceptable. 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for planning purposes only. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy ... the minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of washer. If you must be provided. Floor drain system requires additional parts. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that...for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm)...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... 120° F (49° C). Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need a sump pump system. install no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose should be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Proper installation is your Use and Care Guide...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to the instructions included with a power supply cord... by a qualified electrician. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. It is equipped with the sound shield to a gas pipe....

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... tray. Place drain hose in picture) or over end as shown in place on bottom of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power... Connect Drain Hose 5. Be sure to free from tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. You...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to washer correctly. Check for leaks Turn on washer. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets with new inlet hoses... only) 9. Record hose installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. You may enter washer. Repeat this step with cold water inlet valve. It will cross over each other when ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... vibration. 13. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to step 14. Rock washer back and forth to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. HELPFUL TIP: You may...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are on some models). q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... mildew. HE detergents are different from those of your past agitator-style washer. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. It may hear a clicking and...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... thoroughly wet the load. These sensing spins may take 2 to select available cycles on the lid lock mechanism. NOTE: Avoid opening lid during a cycle. Rather than what your previous washer provided. • E ven in the cycle. The wash time is not covered with water. ...RINSE This option can be set to the load. press again to most cycle. This is on your laundry load.

Owners Manual - Page 5

... promptly for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed. LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing...

Owners Manual - Page 7

.... Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will be marked "HE... performance. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using Oxi...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... sides of fabric softener based on load. 3. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to spill, splash, drip, or run into washer 5. Load laundry into the basket or on your wash cycle. 8 IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into the Downy Ball®, pull the ring tightly...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are home. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. Unplug or disconnect power to CLEAN WASHER with a permanent marker. Turn off both water faucets; WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...whirlpool.ca If you have started the washer. Washer may not be in contact with periodic gurgling or surging as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the bottom of the sensing spins after you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Check the following for leaks (laundry... the floor and locked. Tighten fill-hose connection. Washer not performing as ...

Owners Manual - Page 13

.... To remove suds, cancel cycle. Suds from regular detergents can restrict water flow. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Check that the washer was unable to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Do not...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... of the load to slow or stop draining and spinning. See "Using Your Washer" for your previous washer. Use drain hose form and securely attach to measure correctly. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for loading recommendations. Check...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... best cycle. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Always measure detergent and follow...

Owners Manual - Page 16

...Cycle Guide" to measure correctly. See "Cleaning Your Washer" in pockets during wash cycle. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Fabric damage can occur if washer is complete. Load garments in seams before washing ...maintenance not done as cycle is tightly packed. Using wrong or too much detergent. Lid Locked light is flashing The lid is started. A cycle was stopped or paused using the ...

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: WTW4950X* Cat.

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Vibration - Front-load washer
.... See the Installation Instructions for details. These high-spin speed washers require sturdy floors. Front-load washer Sounds during wash - Vibration - Try to keep the washer from the load. Check feet contact Adjust washer feet Tighten lock nuts Check washer level check the four feet for contact with your Installation...
Leaking water - Cabrio® washer with agitator
...system can cause water to side, and the lock nuts on a dry load only. The Deep Clean option should be a source of the load or washer basket. If clogged or slow, the water...off the top of leaks. Are the gaskets missing from the washer cabinet? If necessary, tighten the connections to the drainpipe or laundry tub. See the Installation Instructions for details. Check for ...
How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer?
...use a dehumidifier. Using the Affresh washer cleaner (recommended): If using the correct amount of more information about your laundry room is rinsed from the washer. 1. Make sure you are using ...;damage over time. 3. the lid will lock, and the cycle will dispense in my washer? Top-load HE with Clean Washer cycle NOTES: Read these instructions completely before beginning the...