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Question posted by mbmorton on March 21st, 2014

My Washer Just Stop Working. Now I Push Power Button And Nothing Happens

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on March 21st, 2014 7:54 PM

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Related Whirlpool WTW5500XW Manual Pages

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... change materials and specifications without notice. Specifications subject to reduce noise transfer. Ref. This washer has been tested for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Add spacing of washer. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for floor standpipe drain system. Secure drain hose with a door...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain... installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm)...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... bottom of 0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides. Top of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with spacing of washer. (Additional hoses may be purchased separately. Proper installation is your Use... all sides of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa). install no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of power cord on carpet is installed, top and bottom air openings in .2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm)...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... hose to free from tub. Be sure to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose should be used. 5 Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. Gently place power cord over end as shown in place on bottom of...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to washer correctly. Attach hot water hose to check for leaks. See "Tools and Parts...replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are only connecting to faucets or washer. Screw on washer. Use pliers to remove the drain hose form from the end of hose failure, replace ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... solid contact with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Check levelness of washer. Rock washer back and forth to prop washer with beaded tie strap. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

.... q Check that you have all packaging materials. 16. q Check that water faucets are now installed. Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Remove protective film from back of your tools. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding...

Owners Manual - Page 2

WASHER SAFETY 2

Owners Manual - Page 3

.... This is the low-water washplate wash system. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of your new washer is normal, and does not indicate that more clothes should be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...a wash temperature based on , the washer is working properly. Not all spin speeds are preset to work with certain cycles. 3 EXTRA RINSE This...and soils being washed. SENSING When the Start/Pause/Unlock button is not covered with the cycle you may notice sounds ...the washer will light up. This process may repeat until the correct amount of a cycle. Rather than what your laundry load....

Owners Manual - Page 5

... the cycle. Higher water levels and Affresh® work together to wash: Machine-wash silks, handwash fabrics ...washer interior. 5 This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. This cycle features a spray rinse. The washer...washer movement has stopped. This light indicates that cycle.

Owners Manual - Page 6

... remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. NOTE: Always read and follow... large items such as sheets around basket wall. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become...-givers. load them in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close zippers,...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...: See "Washer Maintenance" for the best performance. Press POWER to remain ...in the dispenser at correct time in the same cycle with a regular non-HE detergent. Select cycle Turn cycle knob to immediately dispense into the washer too early. Do not overfill tray - Close dispenser drawer, then select Fabric Softener option. For more than 1 cup (250 mL). Using Laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... 2 to 3 minutes to add, if not previously set. You will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Dark colors that cycle will be lit. the ...for that bleed or fade Light soils Press the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button to restart the cycle. Press the cycle settings buttons to light soils Cool - Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics Hot Some cold...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...; cycle. 6. NOTE: For best results, do not use abrasive products. Unplug or disconnect power to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Because some water may find laundry product residue in hoses, freezing can damage washer. To winterize washer: 1. CLEANING YOUR WASHER Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... packing tray from drain system and drain any remaining water into basket opening. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Unplug power cord. 5. Flush water pipes and hoses. Plug in new location. Disconnect drain hose from...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to fill appropriately) Check for washer to run. Both hoses must be turned on your load requirements. Check that may hear the hum of cycle. Plug power cord into a grounded...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... using HE detergent or using too much detergent causing suds to the inlet valve. Small items may be attached to both washer and faucet, and have water flowing to slow or stop draining and spinning. Do not tape over drain opening. To remove extra suds, select RINSE & SPIN. Inlet valve screens on...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... washed. Undiluted bleach will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. Button sounds are pressed Sharp items were in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. The lid is flashing. Unload washer as soon as expected (cont.) Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Use only HE detergent. See...

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