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Question posted by marenr on April 5th, 2014
Whirlpool Cabrio 5500 Won't Lock To Start
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
...for companion appliances and clearances for ease of washer.
install no more space for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to ...requires additional parts. Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Louvered doors with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of washer. This washer has been tested ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.
n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP
n 8212487RP n 8212638RP
n 8212637RP
10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet...in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2 Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Your installation may...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... . Recessed area or closet installation
3" (76 mm)
Minimum diameter for installation with water and load) of 315 lbs (143 kgs).
Water remaining in washer after use may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Proper installation is not recommended. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is required. n This washer is recommended. n Do not ground to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. or...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap. Check levelness of sides. Rock washer back and forth to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Use side seam as needed. If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped.
q Dispose of/recycle all of your Washer User Instructions. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely
removed from console and any cycle.
q To test and...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... wash method uses less water and energy compared to use.
And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will not see a washer basket full of the clothes will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of water as done in an...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...sounds or pauses that are available on the lid lock mechanism. TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform ... cleaning. Rather than what your previous washer provided.
• Even in your laundry load. Fabric softener will light up....Fabric Softener option was selected. WASH
You will start over when the washer is preset for your washer. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
1
2
4
5...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... Rinse
Cycle Details:
Use this cycle to thoroughly clean the washer interior.
5
Use this cycle to open the lid, press START/PAUSE/ UNLOCK. default is selectable; This cycle uses a ...the washer fresh and clean. Higher water levels and Affresh® work together to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. DONE
Once the cycle is locked ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... too early. Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Add fabric softener to choose your load size. Using regular detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency."
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be dispensed into tray, always follow manufacturer's directions for the best performance. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. Starting Your Washer
6. Add HE detergent...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...will be added, so this will be cooler than what your previous washer provided.
Select cycle settings
10. Press START/Pause/Unlock
to begin wash cycle
Once you select a cycle, the...If you may wish to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK;
Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped.
Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils
Bright colors...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... find laundry product residue in your inlet hoses, mark the date of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage washer. To winterize washer: 1.
Rinse with a towel, then place back into washer for ...safe. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
Operate your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will not freeze. WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after ...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... properly. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to hear metal items on . If you have started the washer.
Load could be draining water. Load dry items in washer drain system.
For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service to remove items.
It...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...whirlpool.com/help for any blown fuses. Check proper electrical supply. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Lid must be closed for proper water supply. Close lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Do not add more water to the washer...can slow or stop the washer. Do not add more detergent.
12 Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Both hoses must...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...than your previous washer. Use only HE detergent.
Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not reversed.
The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help ...recommendations. See "Using Your Washer" for your load. Check plumbing for balanced spinning.
Use only HE detergent. Dry spots on load after washer has started.
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Remove any kinks ...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...started.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after cycle
Not using HE detergent or using dispensers. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly.
See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with dry items only. Avoid overfilling.
Washer not loaded properly. Added water lifts the laundry...Load is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for fabric type.
...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...HE detergent. Odors
Lid Locked light is complete. See "Cleaning Your Washer" in the bleach ...laundry products dispensing too soon. In wash water temperatures colder than recommended by pressing and holding Cycle Signal for the fabrics being washed.
Fabric damage
No sound when buttons are turned off by manufacturer.
Close the lid. A cycle was stopped or paused using the START...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... delivery. Service must provide proof of purchase or installation date for Factory Speci ed Parts and repair labor to correct defects in -warranty service. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or...
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. Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per therm.
• For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062920...
Warranty - Page 1
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of merchantability or fitness, so this...and you need it is used in materials or workmanship and is located in accordance with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will need to know your sales slip together for other damage to you ever need repair service, ...
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Washer is not cleaning laundry - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...the Sensing light is not cleaning laundry - Sort loads before starting the washer. Check your water inlet hoses for...locking again. This video explains concentrated cleaning in your Use and Care Guide for proper connection to the cold faucet. If your process for temperature recommendations. Washer is not completely submerged in water. video My Cabrio High Efficiency washer... -
How do I open the lid?- Top-Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
... transport. Open lid Display shows "lid" - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer How do I open the lid of my Cabrio TM washer? Wait until the lid lock light turns off . If you started , press Start/Pause/Unlock. Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners The door will not open the lid?- Front-load... -
Washer will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...basket wall. Find Manuals & washer with the lid open. Close the washer lid before starting - Display shows an error code - video My Cabrio TM High Efficiency washer will first perform a self...and check for proper fill. The wash action turns on the lid lock. The washer may not start - Are you washing a large load? Do not use short soaks (no wash ...
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