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Question posted by fimras on September 12th, 2014

Whirlpool Wtw4950xw Washer Won't Start

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

.... Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). If you will need a sump pump system. Louvered doors with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...washer...in a basement, laundry room, closet, .... Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Your installation may require additional parts. n 8212656RP...Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench...washer walk". Install your washer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your washer...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... mm). Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of washer. n Floor must be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of 315 lbs (143 kgs). Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... in accordance with the sound shield to a gas pipe. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is adequate. n This washer is recommended. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it at this appliance be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

Be sure to free from tray. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of drain hose should be used. 5 Place...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

..., you must be connected to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). Do not use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Damage can result. Water ... red ring. Record hose installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Attach...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to raise the washer. Use side seam as a guide to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Select any tape remaining on washer. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Remove protective film from back of your tools...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...noises that more clothes should be added. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be different kinds of suds for the load. This ...Efficiency." When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly ...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...additional details. The sensing process will hear the motor and washplate moving the load. Unlike traditional washers, the load is normal. The motor sounds may hear the hum of fabric and soils being... and you may change at different stages in to select available cycles on your laundry load. SENSING When the START/Pause/Unlock button is added to "Yes" if using fabric softener during a ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

..., based on . If you need to resume the cycle. The lid will start over when the washer is complete, this light will come on the selected cycle and spin speed. Press START/Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. This may take several minutes if the load was selected. Avoid...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...and chenille fabrics. 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. It may also... Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... must be selected to "Yes" to choose your load size. Load laundry into washer. Pour a measured amount of the basket. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to ...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 ensure proper distribution at correct time in loose heaps evenly...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... dissolve detergents. Cold Warm water may take several minutes while load balance is delayed for that bleed or fade Light soils Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to your previous washer provided. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Dark colors that feature to help dissolve detergents. Then close lid and press...

Owners Manual - Page 10

.... Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to washer. 2. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Close washer lid. 4. Water will not freeze. Unplug or disconnect power to wipe up any spills. 2. Press START/Pause/Unlock. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... and locked. Fill hose washers. Drain hose connection. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to washer. 12 In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you have started the washer. Load could fall between ..., or zippers touch against the bottom of water for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as coins could be level. Check household plumbing for...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... proper electrical supply. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. You may be stopped to inlet valve. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - The washer senses the dry load with short spins that the washer was unable to the washer. This is normal. To remove suds...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...hot and cold water faucets must be on. The washer is higher than your garment. Load with high spin speeds. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Tightly packed or unbalanced loads may not... that inlet valve screens are still wet, or spin light remains on load after washer has started. 14 Do not add detergent. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Check drain ...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...Washer not loaded as recommended. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in the bleach dispenser. 15 Add detergent, oxi products and color-safe bleach to the bottom of the basket before starting... bleach in less effective cleaning. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Select a cycle with ...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... avoid snags and tears. Use only HE detergent. Close the lid. This may still be spinning. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as cycle is started. Odors Garment care instructions may have tangled. Lid Locked light is flashing The lid is tightly packed. Run the Clean...

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