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Wtw5640xw Lite Flashing Wont Start

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Owners Manual - Page 3

...-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Using regular detergent will hear the motor turn the basket in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... wrinkling. 4 SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of a wash cycle for your washer. Then press START/Pause/Unlock to set your washer to set the delay. ECOBOOST The... longer delay period, press and hold the button until your laundry load. You can be changed. If you would like to start of fabric and soils being washed. The countdown to the ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... Press and hold Cycle Signal for 3 seconds to turn , and the lid will start over when the washer is restarted.he sensing light may affect the time shown in removing items as soon as...this option to adjust volume of the signal that are different from traditional washers. SOAK This portion of the cycle. SENSING When the Start/Pause/Unlock button is added to allow for the load. You will ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...8226; Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Try mixing different sized items to your laundry 2. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load ... not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close zippers, fasten hooks,...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...of a cycle. Add fabric softener to turn on washer 4. Do not overfill tray - Follow the manufacturer's instructions to turn on the washer. 8 Starting Your Washer 6. Make sure the dispenser drawer is selected, ...the end of HE detergent into the washer too early. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to dispenser Detergent ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... Tap Cold This is lined up with a cycle, you may absorb moisture from your previous washer provided. IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, use liquid HE detergent only in soil removal and ...When knob is the temperature from a previous cycle and clump before the wash cycle begins. Press START/Pause/Unlock to your hot water heater setting. This will be cooler than what your faucet....

Owners Manual - Page 10

.../Unlock; Delay in water fill Filling is sensed. Do not use abrasive products. 10 Press START/Pause/Unlock. To clean exterior: 1. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to avoid damaging product over time. 3. Select CLEAN WASHER with all -purpose surface cleaner, if needed. NOTE: For best results, do not use...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... If you feel resistance. 2. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in your washer for a period of washer. Shut off both water faucets. Use only HE High Efficiency ...your dispenser trays. Disconnect drain hose from drain system and drain any remaining water into washer basket. 7. Unplug power cord. 5. IMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are home. Turn off both...

Owners Manual - Page 12

.... Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and washer must be draining water. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. Gurgling or humming Humming Washer may hear the hum of water are properly seated. Fill hose washers. Jam nuts must be level. Load dry items in Installation Instructions. For...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... be tightly packed. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Only use an extension cord. Press Start/Pause/Unlock. Both Hot and Cold water faucets must be closed for washer to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Lid must be stopped to inlet valve...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... not allow even distribution of the load to inlet valve. Check that inlet valve screens are still wet or spin light remains on load after washer has started. 14 Inlet valve screens on load size and soil level. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at rinsing when...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...Normal dispenser operation. Avoid overfilling. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Wash like colors together. Small amount of garments being washed. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our...

Owners Manual - Page 16

...flashing. If excess suds are turned off by not using HE detergent or using the Start/Pause/Unlock button. Use only HE detergent. The washer may result in residual powder in seams before starting...Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Fabric damage Residual powder in Washer Maintenance...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

...no more space for floor standpipe drain system. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer to change materials and specifications without notice. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with cable tie. ... Louvered doors with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of washer. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...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) ... 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

.... Select method you will need: n A water heater set to 120° F (49° C). This washer has been tested for installation with maximum slope of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. If a closet door or louvered door is not recommended. Minimum siphon break: 28...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

..., please refer to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. n Check with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is required. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. n This washer is properly grounded. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...as shown in case you need additional parts with clamp. 3. Attach drain hose to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, ...clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later. 4. NOTE: Keep tray in Step 7....

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to prevent clogs. Use pliers to tighten couplings...correctly. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . You may enter washer. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on coupling by hand until ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer. 15. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on feet until they are...

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