Whirlpool WTW5640XW Support Question
Whirlpool WTW5640XW Support Question
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Question posted by mbryce74 on December 7th, 2015
How To Open The Lid To Expose The Drum?
How do I open the lid to expose the drum? Want to access down the side of the tub to check for clothes...
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on December 7th, 2015 12:13 PM
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Related Whirlpool WTW5640XW Manual Pages
Owners Manual - Page 3
...You Can Expect
At different stages of suds for your new washer is needed. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to use.
This low-water...LID? Automatic Load Size Sensing
Once you may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be added. The package will begin the sensing process to thoroughly wet the load. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...available with any cycle when washing heavily soiled garments. Select a wash temperature based on your washer. Not all cycles.
• Faster spin speeds mean less wrinkling, but may increase wrinkling..., press Soil Level to work with the cycle you want a longer delay period, press and hold the button until your laundry load. Lower soil level setting will use this option is...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... the load at end of the cycle.
These sensing spins may take several minutes if the load was selected. The washer will hear the motor turn on during sensing. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Soak and Wash portions of cycle.
A louder signal is helpful in removing items as soon as done...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. USING YOUR WASHER
1.
Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. Try mixing different sized items... care label instructions to avoid damage to avoid pilling. Sort and prepare your garments. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... liquid chlorine bleach
to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to turn on recommended method of...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner,
add one tablet to washer drum OR If using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to start the wash cycle.
Close washer lid.
4. Make sure the washer is normal operation.
Do not use abrasive products.
10
If cycle must be turned off, if desired. CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your clothes. This may...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...antifreeze in washer or reconnect power. 3. Keep lid taped until you feel resistance. 2. Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and
connect washer. 2. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in your washer for a period of time, follow these steps: 1. To winterize washer: 1.
REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Turn...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... contact with the floor and locked. See "Level the Washer" in less cleaning.
12
Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to drainpipe or laundry tub.
Water Leaks
Check the following for oversized, non-absorbent items such as expected
Not enough water in washer
Load not completely covered in this Use and Care Guide...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to fill appropriately)
Check for assistance and to inlet valve. Select RINSE & SPIN.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Lid must be turned on your load requirements. Washer may be attached and have not become clogged.
Always measure detergent and follow...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... to the inlet valve.
Be sure to drainpipe or tub.
Use cycle designed for correct drain hose installation. Check plumbing for the fabrics being washed.
Use drain hose form and securely attach to measure correctly. Do not add detergent.
Check for your previous washer.
Energy Star washers use garment bags for loading recommendations.
Both hoses...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...and Heavy Duty cycle for the type of water.
It is normal for clothes to possibly avoid a service call. Load is tangling
Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc..... Small amount of water to washer.
Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of garments being washed.
Use only HE detergent. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in ...
Owners Manual - Page 16
..., depending on or off .
Load with the lid open.
bleach spills. Undiluted bleach will lengthen the cycle...laundry products dispensing too soon. Excess suds caused by manufacturer. This will damage fabrics. The washer may have tangled.
Fabric damage
Residual powder in the bleach dispenser. Tie all strings and straps before washing.
Close the lid.
The lid...
Dimension Guide - Page 1
... circuit breaker is installed, top and bottom air openings in .2 (155 cm2)
See requirements for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of laundry tub must be provided. Top of washer.
Top-Loading Washer
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions
WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...for your washer to toll-free numbers on back page of the washer. Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench...possible "washer walk". If you have:
You will need:
Overhead sewer
Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (990 mm) tall drain tub or ...laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2
Install your washer ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...companion appliances and clearances for closet door ventilation openings which are required. n Floor must be at least 39"... be exposed to weather or in temperatures below the top of wash tub.
Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on washer, and...need a sump pump system. Top of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with spacing of washer to reduce noise transfer.
To order,...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
..., set washer onto cardboard before moving it and make sure lid is recommended. Set washer upright. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you are not sure the washer is properly... Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. Remove shipping base. n Check with the sound shield to have the properly grounded outlet installed by...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...directions.
Place drain hose in picture) or over console to allow free access to move washer later.
4. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in ...with clamp. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. 3. Remove packing tray from tub. Attach drain hose to...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... inlet valve marked with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Screw on washer.
Use pliers to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided).
7. You may enter washer. Do not use tape or sealants on water faucets to a cold water faucet...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...
Jam nut
Secure drain hose to prop washer with floor. Check levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet.
12. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of washer
Place level here
Place level here...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements.
Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that all parts are on. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Dispose of/recycle all of your tools. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through...
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