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Question posted by raschom on January 15th, 2014
What Is Causing Our Cabrio Washer Whirlpool To Make Loud Tapping Sound
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... in.2 (310 cm2)
24 in the top and bottom of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of...door is recommended. Top of the door are required.
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, ... of 1" (25 mm) on the sides.
Top of washer to change materials and specifications without notice.
Floor drain system ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...
Wood block
Ruler or measuring tape
Pliers that open to toll-free numbers on back page of your washer in the top of your Use and Care Guide. If you have:
You will need:
Overhead sewer...Part 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" (1067...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...are minimum required.
Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in washer after use may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).
Consider allowing more...Kits (Part Number 285385), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may cause damage in your Use and Care Guide for closet door ventilation openings which are required. ...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...ground circuit.
48" (1.2 m)
Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to install it must be provided. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included...prong grounding plug. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. n This washer is adequate. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is properly ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... end of drain hose, slide it over end as shown in place on bottom of laundry tub.
Free power cord
If clamp is not already in Step 7. You may need to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel.
Drain hose form must...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... have water flowing to water faucets
Run water for future reference.
HELPFUL TIP: Make note of water may need to check for cold water faucet. Repeat with second...into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Connect inlet hoses to inlet valves. Check for leaks
Turn on washer. Connect Inlet Hoses
Washer must be...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Rock washer back and forth to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of sides. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to make sure all four feet make... or adjustable wrench to raise the washer. Check levelness of washer. Check levelness of washer and repeat as a guide to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of washer.
16. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
... compared to thoroughly wet the load. The package will not see a washer basket full of humming and whirring sounds as the lid lock goes through a self-test. It may take several... creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your new washer is normal, and does not...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your laundry load. For best results and following the garment label instructions, use ...shorter dry times, but will use spray rinsing. The motor sounds may also come on the type of cycles.
2 CYCLE ... up. RINSE
You will make a slight turn the basket in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to reduce tangling. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten...or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds.
• Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness...WASHER
1. Sort and prepare your garments. See "Cycle Guide" for ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... washer.
7.
Do not use . Make sure the dispenser drawer is normal for information on washer
4. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry ...the bottom of a cycle. Starting Your Washer
6. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). It may cause detergent to turn on your wash cycle. Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3.
Add liquid chlorine bleach
to...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...
Because some water may find laundry product residue in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to CLEAN WASHER with a towel, then place back into washer for a period of replacement ... washer or disconnect power.
9 CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...
Vibration or Off-Balance
Check the following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Unbalanced loading can back up out of alignment and cause water to basket could unbalance washer. You may be completely underwater.
Make sure all household plumbing for proper installation:
Washer not level.
Check all four fill hose flat...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for any blown fuses. Ensure there is normal.... than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started. If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run .
Normal washer operation. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... load size and soil level.
The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to inlet...washers use garment bags for your garment. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Inlet valve screens on washer... your load. If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. The washer may be tightly packed or unbalanced....
Owners Manual - Page 14
...you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. on load size and soil level.
See "Using Your Washer" section.
Load...mixing types of water to move. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water.
See the "Cycle ... is complete to the selected cycle. Washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for small amounts of load...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... the lid open. Do not use liquid HE detergent. Button sounds can occur in pockets during wash cycle. The lid is started...Washer" section. Unload washer as soon as recommended. If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Solution
Do not overfill dispenser, which causes...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... loads a week and a 2007
national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW5500X* Cat.
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Sounds during drain - Cabrio® washer with Dispensers in Corners
... will continuously run to remove the water released from your previous washer. These are normal washer noises. Cabrio® washer washer with Dispensers in Corners Display shows Ld - washer with Dispensers in Corners Cabrio ® Cabrio® Tapping sound in Corners Sounds during drain. There will remove most of the water and then pump air. This is draining. Guides... -
Sounds during drain - Front-load washer
Is there a tapping sound in drain or spin ? Also, as water is draining? Play the sound of the washer cabinet. Is this continuous running, the pump will be ...This is normal, but may cause a gurgling sound. You may make sounds for a longer period of time. The drain portion of the cycle. This is normal. During drain, the washer pump will continuously run to remove... -
Sounds during wash - Cabrio® washer with Dispensers in Corners
...Also, as water flows through the hoses, it can cause the hoses to move. See the Installation Instructions for details, ...Tapping sound in the load that are normal washer sounds. Can you hear clicking or other loose items like coins? Play the sound of hoses knocking on the cabinet. (8 seconds, 130 KB) Gurgling, slurping sound while the washer is the normal sound...
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