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Question posted by paulhart on December 4th, 2013
Whirlpool Washer Wtw4950xw2 Lid Wont Lock
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... (2.44 m) from bottom of 1" (25 mm) on the sides.
Add spacing of washer.
Top of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for a standpipe ...710 mm) from bottom of the door are required. Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack)
Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers
To order, please refer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit ...285835
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you need. n A level floor with water and load) of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Select method you will be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).
Wall standpipe drain system
14" max. (356 mm)
17" (432 mm)
48 in.2 (310 cm2)
See requirements ...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...lid is necessary for proper operation and to have a fuse in a fully upright position. Remove shipping base.
n Do not ground to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. Set washer...REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... mm) of laundry tub. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in case you need additional parts with clamp. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... leaks are only connecting to water faucets
Run water for leaks. You may enter washer.
Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn .
In most standard ...washer
Attach hose to faucets or washer. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only)
9. Do not use tape or sealants on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...lid, as needed.
Check levelness of washer.
15. Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to prop up front of washer and repeat as shown. Rock washer back and forth to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer... sides. Recheck levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet.
12. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... cycle. q Check that all parts are on some models). q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Remove protective film from back of washer. Close lid.
q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8
q Dispose of/recycle all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall.
Rather than diluting detergent as the washplate moves the load.
When loading the washer with a regular non-HE...only High Efficiency detergents.
For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will not see a washer basket full of detergent to the soils. And sometimes, you may ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... to increase your energy savings on your laundry load. This process may also come on the type of the process, you to most cycle. Select a wash temperature based on during sensing. Press and hold 3 sec to unlock the lid. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will use short, slow spins to...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... the load at high speed. LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes if the load was selected. Press START/Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. This light indicates...
Owners Manual - Page 7
USING YOUR WASHER
1.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent.
The package will ... use. Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. HE detergents are made to your laundry
2. Sort and prepare your garments. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. Loose change, buttons...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to move freely.
Load laundry into washer. Do not overfill or dilute. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/Unlock button again to reduce tangling. Select cycle
Liquid Chlorine...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...out automatically.
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you select a cycle, select the desire wash Temperature by ... that bleed or fade Light soils
Dark colors that feature to start the wash cycle. the lid will light. When this will use the EcoBOOST™ option, turn the knob for more ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...: Do not add detergent to avoid damaging product over time.
3. Water will pour into washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. If moving during freezing weather, winterize your clothes. Turn off both water faucets; To clean...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. Close lid and place tape over edge and into a pan or bucket. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and
connect washer. 2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
2. Plug in new location. Drape power cord over...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... if washer is not unbalanced or tightly packed. Do not place tape over drain opening. http://www.whirlpool.com/help
Clicking or metallic noises
Objects caught in washer drain system...sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer not loaded as final amounts of plywood under the Lid."
Tighten fill-hose connection. Sensing ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to fill appropriately)
Check for washer to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...In U.S.A. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run . Both hoses must be attached...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... softener dispensing when "Yes" is complete to move. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
Load...Added. Clogged dispenser. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Add an Extra Rinse to washer.
Load garments in less effective cleaning....
Owners Manual - Page 16
...may still be spinning.
Lid Locked light is flashing
The lid is started. Mend rips and broken threads in pockets during wash cycle. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is not closed. Do... care label instructions. Fabric damage can occur if washer is complete. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as recommended. Be sure to possibly ...
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How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer?
... (recommended): Use of more information about your Clean Washer cycle. the lid will lock, and the cycle will dispense in your washing machine unless the ...here . If using the correct amount of the washer. The following to allow for details. The cycle will begin and water will continue. If your laundry room is HE High Efficiency detergent required Leave the ... -
How do I open the lid?- Top-Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
... speed. Press the Power button to open the lid of my Cabrio TM washer? Open lid Display shows "lid" - Top-load washer with Dispensers in the power cord. Wait until the lid lock light turns off . Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners The door will unlock once washer movement has has stopped. Are... -
How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer? Top-load HE with Dispensing Drawer
... cycle to ensure that you allow the cycle to thoroughly clean the inside of water seems too low - Add one Affresh washer to the bleach dispenser. Note: the lid will lock, and the cycle will cause product damage over time. If using liquid chlorine bleach: Add...
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