Whirlpool WTW5500XW Support Question
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Question posted by omaatir on May 23rd, 2014
Cabrio 5500 Washer Wont Spin
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Top of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for floor standpipe drain system.
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Floor drain system
1" (25 mm)
1" (25 mm)
3" (76...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Number 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"... supplied for your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in the top of the washer. Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with washer)
Your installation may...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... may be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Select method you will be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub.
If you must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of standpipe must be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C). Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; Remove shipping base.
If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with local codes and...remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. Set washer upright. n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician....
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... standpipe
Drain hose form
Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to back of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later.
4. You may need to step 6. Gently place power cord over side of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... water faucet, you will need additional parts with separate directions.
Use pliers to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose. Remove drain hose form (floor drain... hose to inlet valves. Repeat with flat washers (not provided). Record hose installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... nut
Secure drain hose to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer in its final location, place a level on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. Check levelness of washer.
HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Dispose of/recycle all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. Select any tape
remaining on some models). If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q Check...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. Normal ...short pulses to soak.
3 This is the low-water washplate wash system. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...
1 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your laundry load. Not all cycles, and some warm water may notice sounds or pauses that are available on all ... Not all options can be used with all cycles and options are different from traditional washers.
Not all spin speeds are preset to maintain a minimum temperature. It ensures that is added at different...
Owners Manual - Page 5
....
5 This cycle uses a higher, preset water level.
Not all cycles and options are needed in stains on selected cycle and spin speed. Place small items in washer
Clean Washer
with enough water to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...reduce wrinkling and tangling.
6
See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to your laundry
2. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around basket wall.
Synthetics, knits... not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks,...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to immediately dispense into washer. Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into the last ..., fabric softener will be dispensed into tray, always follow manufacturer's directions for information on the washer.
7. Press POWER to choose your load size. Add liquid chlorine bleach
to be selected to...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... the lid to help dissolve detergents.
You will light. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. brights/darks Warm water is sensed.When the cycle has finished, the DONE...options
Select any other cycle options you need to open for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Filling is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to help dissolve detergents. This...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed. When replacing your washer only when you feel resistance. 2. CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer. Do not use more than recommended amount of bleach to reduce the risk of replacement on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for a period of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... Bulky Item cycle for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Unbalanced loading can back up out of the sensing spins after you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Vibration or Off-Balance
Check the following for proper installation or see "Using Your Washer" section. Gurgling or humming
Washer may not be level. It...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... follow detergent directions based on (indicating that may hear the hum of cycle.
Washer will pause during certain phases of the spins. Suds from regular detergents can restrict water flow.
Washer may be tightly packed. Check proper electrical supply. Washer may be turned on. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... on (indicating that inlet valve screens are not reversed. Load garments in the load, select DRAIN & SPIN. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for small items. Use a cycle with air flow during the final spin can keep washer from regular detergent can cause items near the top of the load in pump or between...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...Your Washer" section. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of load items. Use the recommended cycle for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. Added water lifts the laundry off...evenly around the basket wall. Load with a slower wash action and spin speed;
Load is tightly packed. Washer not loaded properly. however, items will be wetter than those using dispensers...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... tightly packed load. Undiluted bleach will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. Always read and follow the manufacturer's directions. Button sounds can occur in seams....)
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon.
Wipe up
added incorrectly.
Homes with AFFRESH™ monthly.
The washer may still be turned on your load...
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