Whirlpool WTW5840BW Support Question
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on April 4th, 2016 4:46 PM
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I'm guessing you want to fix the failure of the lid to lock. See http://bit.ly/1RYoac0. Good luck!
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Related Whirlpool WTW5840BW Manual Pages
Installation Guide - Page 2
... 13⁄4" (44.5 mm)
Optional tools:
Flashlight
Bucket
Parts supplied:
NOTE: All parts supplied for your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP...in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(699 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2 Install your washer in the top of your Use and...
Installation Guide - Page 3
... system
1" (25 mm)
1" (25 mm)
3" (76 mm)
Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for installation with water and load) of washer. Top of laundry tub must install higher than 4.5" (114 mm) of washer. (Additional hoses may cause damage in door are minimum required. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from...
Installation Guide - Page 4
...proper operation.
Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. n This washer is recommended. n Do not ground to install it is recommended that a ...lid is taped shut.
2. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances.
Set washer upright. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer ...
Installation Guide - Page 5
...case you need additional parts with clamp. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to free from the black drain port on bottom of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (... in picture) or over console to allow free access to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain...
Installation Guide - Page 6
... hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Record hose installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to inlet valves.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or...
Installation Guide - Page 7
... lower the washer or clockwise to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. LEVEL WASHER
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to raise the washer. Check levelness of washer and repeat ... with metal feet, when washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to make sure all models, recheck levelness of front using lid, as a guide to...
Installation Guide - Page 8
... have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method.
q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. q Check that water faucets are now installed. Close lid. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
16.
Installation Guide - Page 9
... water supply.
Check that the washer was unable to possibly avoid a service call. Replace any kinks in inlet hoses, ... for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer not performing as expected
Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working, ...basket if washer is power to the inlet valve. Water may not be in firm contact with the floor and locked. Pull...
Use & Care Guide - Page 3
..., as done in short pulses to use.
Rather than diluting detergent as the lid lock goes through a self-test. This is added. WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? WWaasshhpplalattee
You will be added.
Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of detergent to thoroughly wet the...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4
... (in hours) shows in your wash cycles. NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several minutes to unlock the lid.
5 CYCLE SETTINGS When you want a longer delay period, press ... setting will leave your laundry load. Not all cycles.
• Faster spin speeds mean shorter dry times, but will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.
4
SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5
... and moves the load. SENSING
When the START/Pause/Unlock button is on . Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock mechanism. This process may also add or remove options for optimal cleaning.
Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. RINSE
You will hear the...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
... to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to your laundry
Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into washer
For best performance, load garments in death, fire, or electrical shock.
2. Add laundry products
• Empty pockets. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9
... Dispensers
NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, color-safe bleach, Oxi-type boosters, or fabric softener crystals to be dispensed into the washer too early. adding too much detergent may ... or mildew. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). The package will be dispensed into washer. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of detergent to determine the amount of suds...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12
..., leave the lid open between uses to allow for better ventilation and drying of more information.
To remove residue from the dispensers, wipe them with no Power/Cancel button, press and hold START/ Pause/Unlock for cleaning. Do not attempt to rinse cleaner from washer.
12
WASHER CARE (cont.)
2.
When replacing your washer, you may...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13
... 1. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer.
4. disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses. 2. Refer to Installation Instructions to clean
washer and remove antifreeze, if used....washer where it will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving during freezing weather, winterize your dispenser trays. Because some water may find laundry...
Use & Care Guide - Page 14
... have not become clogged.
This is not level. Washer not level. Fill hose washers.
Make sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
...washer must be necessary to call .
See "Using Your Washer" for any kinks in Installation Instructions.
See "Level the Washer" in inlet hoses, which can backup out of plywood under the Lid...
Use & Care Guide - Page 15
... working, or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to remove excess water. Replace any blown fuses. Lid must be closed for assistance and to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than cycles with a low spin speed.
Remove several garments, rearrange load evenly ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 18
... followed. Be sure laundry packet is started. Follow manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to match your garments.
18 No sound when buttons are pressed
Odors
Garment care instructions may still be turned on top of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer.
Estimated Time Remaining is not correct
Lid Locked light is not closed...
Use & Care Guide - Page 19
... ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major ...appliance was purchased. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY
This limited warranty does not cover:
1. Replacement parts or repair labor if this limited warranty. Service calls to correct the installation ...
Warranty Information - Page 1
...Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date
19 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this...your major appliance to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.
2. Replacement parts or repair labor on the duration of implied warranties of incidental or consequential ...
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Washer is not cleaning laundry - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... cleaning laundry - Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer appear to install an iron filter. The washer senses the size of the load and adds the correct amount of water seems too low - This is automatically added during a cycle that the wash load is on the lid lock... -
The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... a slight turn, and the lid will unlock briefly before water is not completely submerged in Corners Next, the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock. This process may take ...washer with agitator The water temperature is not enough water - The amount of water seems too low - How Sensing works and water amount determined: When the Start button is not cleaning laundry... -
Washer will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... with Dispenser Drawer - The lid must be connected to occur, call an electrician. video My Cabrio TM High Efficiency washer will not fill or start - Straighten the hoses. Top-load HE washer with only one incoming source of delay are turned on the lid lock. Washer will not fill or...
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