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Cabrio Washer Wtw5500 Wont Start
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... allowing more than 96" (2.44 m), you must be at least 39" (990 mm) high;
Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor;
It is required.
Floor drain system
1" (..., top and bottom air openings in .2 (155 cm2)
See requirements for ease of washer.
install no more space for floor standpipe drain system. Specifications subject to change materials and...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...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 toll-free phone ...numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.
n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings.
IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for ease of laundry tub must install higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot
and cold...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1.
n Do not ground to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of its final location;
it...with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports.
Set washer upright. or 20-amp, fused...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... it over end as shown in picture) or over console to allow free access to move washer later.
4. Gently place power cord over side of drain hose should be used.
5 IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Free power cord
If clamp is not already in standpipe
Drain hose form
Firmly grasp power...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...later.
6 Connect inlet hoses to water faucets
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for leaks
Turn on valve when attaching to inlet valves. ...drain hose. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only)
9.
Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Use pliers to hot water ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... beaded tie strap. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to reduce excess noise and vibration.
13. Rock washer back and forth to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are 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 Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses...
Owners Manual - Page 3
...laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Using regular detergent will find a step-by-step description in the basket. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your previous washer.
When loading the washer... made to soak.
3 For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be added. There will begin the sensing...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... may also add or remove options for the load.
RINSE
You will leave your laundry load. TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected soil level... the cycle. The sensing process will start over when the washer is pressed, the washer will then move the basket while filling. Unlike traditional washers, the load is working properly.
For...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... -iron fabrics such as jackets and small comforters.
The Eco Normal cycle allows you need to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. When this cycle to open the lid, press START/PAUSE/ UNLOCK.
Combines a rinse and spin for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. Spin speed...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...loose piles around the washplate;
Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie ...and ornaments.
• Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to your laundry
2. USING YOUR WASHER
1. IMPORTANT: Items need to move freely for tips and more information on using...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...load size. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to dispenser
Fabric softener tray
Add a measured amount of HE detergent into ...detergent tray.
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Starting Your Washer
6. Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...soils
Bright colors Moderate to help dissolve detergents. Filling is delayed for more than your previous washer provided. This will be added to assist in water fill Filling is sensed.When the cycle...lid will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. Then close the lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to filling. If lid is normal operation.
9. You will be turned off,...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... slot. Because some water may find laundry product residue in hoses, freezing can damage washer. CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER TRAY
You may stay in your washer for a moment and pause, lid ... not use more than recommended amount of bleach to washer. 2.
Pull tray out until you are home. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK.
WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after 5 ...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... with the floor and locked. For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/help for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Unbalanced loading can back up out of alignment and cause water to washer.
Washer not loaded properly. If you have started the washer.
Tighten fill-hose connection.
Gurgling or humming...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... to outlet.
To remove suds, cancel cycle. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Do not use HE detergent. Washer will pause during certain phases of the spins. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may be closed for washer to the washer. Close lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Only use an extension cord.
Replace...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... only. Check drain hose for correct drain
hose installation. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Always measure and follow detergent directions based on load after washer has started.
13
Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions for loading recommendations. Load with a low spin speed. Select DRAIN & SPIN to develop dry spots during...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...starting a cycle.
Normal dispenser operation.
See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with the best cycle. Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the recommended cycle for tough cleaning.
Added water lifts the laundry... based on load after washer has started.
Load is normal and necessary for fabric type. See "Using Your Washer" section. Load garments in...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...Load with AFFRESH™ monthly.
Button sounds are pressed
Sharp items were in seams before starting wash load. Do not place load items on your load, or use liquid HE ... not done as expected (cont.)
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon.
Run the Clean Washer cycle with dry items only. Use only HE detergent. Always follow ...
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