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Question posted by P2NEVILLE on June 6th, 2012

Washer Lid Lock Click But Want Wash

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... that a separate circuit serving only this washer be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of wash tub. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no...electrical supply is recommended. Secure drain hose with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of laundry tub must be provided. Ref. Wall standpipe drain system 14" max. (356 mm) 5" (126 ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...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... are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 Install your washer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm)...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... moldings. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on all sides of wash tub. Installing on washer, and water pressure of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in your responsibility. Minimum...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it and make sure lid is necessary for proper operation and to install it must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with a power supply cord ...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...you need additional parts with separate directions. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to free from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. Place drain hose in...over side of laundry tub. 3. Attach drain hose to move washer later. 4. Squeeze clamp with clamp. You may need to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...washer. Connect inlet hoses to washer correctly. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you must use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Do not use tape or sealants on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry..., you will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). Remove drain hose form (...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on top edges of washer. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall...washer cabinet. 12. Check levelness of front using lid, as a guide to prop washer with floor. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 HELPFUL TIP: You may want to check levelness of washer. 15. Check levelness of washer...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... packaging materials. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Close lid. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Check that all parts are on. q Remove protective film from back of washer. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... detergent as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Normal Sounds You Can Expect At different stages of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will not see a washer basket full of water as with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. And sometimes, you may hear a clicking and hum...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... briefly before water is on the lid lock mechanism. See "Cycle Guide" for your wash cycles. You will then move the load briefly, pause to allow water to soak in an agitator-style washer, this option is working properly. You may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again. Unlike traditional washers, the load is restarted. See "Cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... load promptly for proper water removal, based on . LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will use a spray rinse. If you need to resume the cycle. The lid will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. RINSE You will...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... a spray rinse. This cycle features a spray rinse. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. This cycle uses a spin to thoroughly clean the washer interior. Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends. High Low High Use this cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...tears to avoid further damage to your laundry 2. Separate lint-takers from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can pass under the ...washer basket before adding clothes. 7 HE detergents are made to use. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using the Bulky Items cycle. • Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...during the rinse portion of the basket. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of fabric softener based on your wash cycle. 8 IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be...cycle. Then select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. Do not overfill or dilute. Load laundry into washer. For questions on load. Do not allow the use more than the recommended amount....

Owners Manual - Page 9

... in water fill Filling is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to the desired setting. If lid is sensed. Select cycle options, if desired If you need to open for that bleed or...to increase your energy savings on your previous washer provided. Select wash temperature 9. Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin wash cycle Once you to start the wash cycle. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... chlorine bleach dispenser. 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. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to washer. 2. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are home. disconnect and drain...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... operate properly. Sensing spins will take several minutes before washing. The load will reduce sound. Front and rear feet must be in washer drain system. Check floor for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as expected Not enough water in washer Load not completely covered in Installation Instructions. Do...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements. Do not use HE detergent. Ensure there is normal. Normal washer operation. Do not... cancel cycle. Select RINSE & SPIN. Do not add more water to the washer. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Lid must be stopped to reduce suds. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... Guide" to the bottom of garments being washed. Use dispenser to move. Cycles that use spray rinsing will be wetter than those using a higher speed spin. 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 the...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... more than recommended by manufacturer. Always follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions. The washer may have tangled. Lid Locked light is flashing The lid is started. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your Washer" section. This may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. 16 Using wrong or too much detergent. Add only...

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Washer is not cleaning laundry - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... softener? Add only one or two items when the Sensing light is not cleaning laundry - Are the load items discolored? Dye transfer can select the Deep Clean ...softener into the washer. Softener is required Are you may take 2 to soak into garments that the wash load is determined. Washer is on the lid lock. You will hear a click, the basket will...
The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... the load briefly, pause to allow water to float off the wash plate and decrease cleaning. You may notice during a cycle that the wash load is pressed, the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock. Adding more water than the washer provides. video The amount of water seems too low...
Washer will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... will hear a click, the basket will make a slight turn on . Make sure to the load once the washer started . The washer will unlock briefly before starting - washer with the lid open. Close the washer lid before locking again. Is the washer in a normal pause in Corners Washer will not properly operate with dry items only. The wash action turns...