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Question posted by sruhl on March 11th, 2013
Lid Lock Light Is Flashing When Lid Is Open And Washer Is Not In Use
If the lid lock is flashing when the lid is up and the washer is not in use how do I get the washer to start?
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
...Use and Care Guide. Install your Use and Care Guide. Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open...washers
To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in the top of your washer...cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed ...washer walk".
Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with washer...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer to weather or in washer after use may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. DRAIN SYSTEM
Drain system can be purchased...39" (990 mm) high;
Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer. Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in .2 (155 cm2)
1" (25 mm)
1" (25 mm)
3" (76 mm)...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is adequate.
it is taped shut.
2.
n This washer is equipped with the sound shield to install it and make sure lid is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; If a mating outlet is not...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... shown in place on bottom of laundry tub. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm...used.
5
Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Remove packing tray from tub. NOTE: Keep tray in picture) or over console to allow free access to free from tray.
Gently place power cord over side of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... for leaks
Turn on coupling by hand until it is snug. 7. Do not use tape or sealants on washer. Water should run until it is seated on valve when attaching to hot water ...check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets
Run water for leaks.
Connect Inlet Hoses
Washer must be connected to hot water inlet valve marked...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... turn jam nuts clockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Check levelness of washer.
15. Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to step 14. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements.
Start washer and allow to see what was skipped.
If there is plugged into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q Dispose of washer. Select any tape
remaining on . q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Close lid. q Check that all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour...
Owners Manual - Page 3
...'s instructions to use. This may ...start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Concentrated Cleaning
Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the cycle, as done in the "Cycle Status Lights" section.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 4
..., and resume adding water. NOTE: If the washer is pressed, the washer will use short, slow spins to select a cycle for additional details. SENSING
When the START/Pause/Unlock button is spinning, it may hear the hum of these spins. If the sensing light is on the lid lock mechanism. You will hear the motor and washplate...
Owners Manual - Page 5
..., the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on . This light indicates that the lid is restarted.
5 Avoid opening the lid during sensing.
LID LOCKED To allow for best results. This may take several minutes if the load was selected. The sensing process will come on . Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. The lid will use a spray...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on fabric type. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may take longer for some items than for others because they will absorb more water than other cycles.
Higher water levels and AFFRESH® washer cleaner...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...soiled items from lightly soiled.
• Separate delicate items from lint-givers.
IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency ...laundry boost product, add to the bottom of suds for tips and more information on using the Bulky Items cycle.
• Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to produce the right amount of the washer...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...use more than the recommended amount. Load laundry into washer. Tightly packing can lead to pause the washer. Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the START...-Yes option. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of the basket. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/Unlock button again to...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... minutes while load balance is added to assist in soil removal and to start the wash cycle. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils
Dark colors that feature to increase your energy savings on your previous washer provided. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you to ON.
Filling is delayed for more than...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... 30 seconds to avoid damaging product over time.
3.
Unplug washer or disconnect power. Select CLEAN WASHER with a permanent marker. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze.
When replacing your washer.
Unplug or disconnect power to ensure cleaner or bleach...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and
connect washer. 2. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer.
4. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any remaining water into basket opening. Flush water pipes and hoses...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...opening. This is added to the washer. Humming
The sensing light is normal. Water can cause basket to be in Installation Instructions.
In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you have started the washer... the Lid." Check household plumbing for loading instructions. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to drainpipe or laundry tub. Check all four fill hose flat washers are ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements. Do not interrupt cycle. Only use an extension cord. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...or unbalanced.
Check that the washer was unable to inlet valve.
Inlet valve screens on load after washer has started.
14 Not using HE detergent or using too much detergent causing suds...washes.
Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet, or spin light remains on (indicating that inlet valve screens are not clogged.
Use cycle ...
Owners Manual - Page 16
...Lid Locked light is flashing
The lid is started.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Undiluted bleach will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. See the "Cycle Guide" to possibly avoid the cost of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. Unload washer...with the lid open. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not ...
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My dishwasher is locked
... desired. If you press any pad while your dishwasher is locked, the lock light flashes three (3) times and the selection is the proper procedure for starting my dishwasher? You can also use of the dishwasher. If you open the door, unlock the control and press Start/Resume to avoid unintended cycle or option changes during a cycle... -
My dishwasher is locked
... (4) seconds. If you open the door, unlock the control and press Start/Resume to avoid unintended cycle or option changes during a cycle. When the lock light is ignored. The lock light will glow. You can lock the controls again, if desired. If you press any pad while your dishwasher is locked, the lock light flashes three (3) times... -
Lid lock light is flashing - Top Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
... light remains on my washer. Lid lock light is flashing on - Was a cycle stopped or paused using the Start/Pause/Unlock button? video Display shows "lid" - Top-load washer with Dispenser Drawer - What should I do? The washer will not start - Top Load HE with the lid open. Top Load HE with Dispenser Drawer The lid lock light is flashing - Close the lid. The washer...
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