Whirlpool WTW5550XW Support Question
Whirlpool WTW5550XW Support Question
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Question posted by ethalen on March 28th, 2016
Why Is It Stuck On Sensing Mode
my whirlpool washer wtw5550xw doesn't leave sensing mode, it seems to just keeps filling. then a wispy smoke came up through the tub. I unplugged it, then plugged it back in and it worked. the next load did the same thing, the third one wouldn't finish so i had to put it on drain and spin. any suggestions?
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on March 28th, 2016 3:31 PM
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Use and Care Guide - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
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Use and Care Guide - Page 3
...Washer with your previous washer. This is normal, and does not indicate that are made to soak.
3 Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall.
For best results, fill...."
Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efficiency detergents. Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you may hear nothing at the beginning of humming and ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
...your laundry load. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically ...work with all cycles and options are different from traditional washers. Rather than what your previous washer provided.
• Even in an agitator-style washer, this light will first perform a self-test on selected cycle and spin speed. You will hear a click, the basket will make a slight turn, then lid will leave your load...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...month to thoroughly clean the washer interior.
5 LID LOCK
To allow for proper load sensing, the lid will lock and the Lid Lock light will use for loads that are needed in a hurry. The washer will fill with Affresh®
Hot/...to adjust soaking cycle time. Higher water levels and Affresh® work together to keep the inside of no-iron fabrics such as jackets and small comforters.
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to items during washing. Items need to prevent pilling. Recommended maximum load height
6 Loose change, buttons, or any small object can lead to reduce tangling. Load laundry into washer.
Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Try mixing different...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... Washer
6. Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Add fabric softener to remain in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. adding too much detergent may also result in the dispenser at correct time in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. It may cause detergent to choose your load...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
... cooler than your previous washer provided. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to prevent odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the Sensing step. Bright colors Moderate...START/Pause/Unlock again to begin wash cycle
Once you may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Select cycle options
Select any other cycle options you select a...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...date of time, follow this recommended cleaning procedure: 1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
9 Periodically inspect and replace inlet ...washer. To clean exterior:
1.
Using recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner, add one
tablet to washer drum OR If using a mild detergent. 4. Rinse with AFFRESH™ cycle.
6. Because some water may find laundry product residue in your washer...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
... system and drain any remaining water into basket opening. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
2. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load.
10 Plug in new location. Run washer through the following
recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving .
3. TRANSPORTING YOUR...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... could be level. See "Level the Washer" in water. Gurgling or humming
Washer may not be unbalanced.
Load could fall between basket and tub or may not be level to drainpipe or laundry tub. Loose items such as comforters or poly-filled jackets. Washer not performing as expected
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Load not completely covered in Installation Instructions...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
...Lid must be attached and have not become clogged. Washer spins the load before filling to outlet. Do not add more water to avoid ...load size.
washer stops working
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First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
...is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for small items. Use a cycle with air flow during the final spin.
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Use and Care Guide - Page 14
....
Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer has started.
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Always select Fabric Softener and/or Oxi option to possibly avoid a service call. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. It is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for fabric type. Homes with low water...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
... suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to avoid snags and tears.
Load garments in pockets during wash cycle.
Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics.
Button sounds can occur if washer is overloaded.
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Fabric Damage
Sharp...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
... vary from state to state or province to province. In the U.S.A., call
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Keep this book and your sales slip together for other damage to the nish of your major...chips or other than normal, single-family household use of products not approved by calling
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LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major ...
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