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Question posted by rbgordon02 on October 19th, 2022

Washer Caught Fire. Whirlpool Won't Do Anything

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Installation Guide - Page 2

...Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) 42"...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 (102 mm) Level Wood ...
Installation Guide - Page 3

...), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may cause damage in door are minimum required. Top of wash tub. Secure drain hose with water and...
Installation Guide - Page 4

...to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. Remove shipping base by a qualified electrician. IMPORTANT: Removing ...shut. 2. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. n This washer is properly grounded. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with the sound shield...
Installation Guide - Page 5

... the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. You may need to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to move washer later. 4. NOTE: Keep tray in Step 7. Place drain hose in picture) or...
Installation Guide - Page 6

... attaching to remove the drain hose form from the end of which hose is snug. You may enter washer. NOTE: Both hoses must be connected to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet valves. A small amount of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. It...
Installation Guide - Page 7

... all four feet make sure all models, recheck levelness of sides. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Check levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Rock washer back and forth to check levelness of washer and repeat as needed. On models with plastic feet). Tighten leveling feet Not Level LEVEL...
Installation Guide - Page 8

... you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that you have all of your tools. q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of /recycle all parts are on washer. Close lid. q Check that all packaging materials. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check for leaks around...
Warranty Information - Page 1

... appliance, you also may not apply to access additional resources, or visit https://www.whirlpool.com/product_help. 2. Commercial, non-residential, multiple-family use, or use your product from... on the duration of implied warranties of repair or replacement under this Warranty. WHIRLPOOL® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. Repairs to parts or systems to you ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4

...-style washer, this is normal. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to use and do not go over the Max line. See "Using Laundry Product Dispensers.... This low water wash also allows the clothing to soak. 4 Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Follow the manufacturer's ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5

... the selected cycle; When the cycle is illuminated. 1 POWER BUTTON Touch to turn the washer OFF. 2 WHAT TO WASH/HOW TO WASH First select a cycle from the "What to... Remaining display shows the time required for the type of your fingernail. Factors such as load size and water pressure may cause the washer to wash. STEAM MODEL 1 2 3 5 NON-STEAM MODEL 1 4 6 2 5 7 3 5 4 6 5 7...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... guide your load. Cycle Guide The Whirlpool® Cabrio® washer, has a unique user interface to ... my colors • Protecting my fabrics • Gentle cleaning a R R a a a a a a a NA a a a a a a a a 8 For best fabric care, choose the cycle that you want the washer to wash them and select the appropriate "How to Wash" selection. "How to wash. Cycle is available but not optimal.
Use & Care Guide - Page 9

... for best cleaning and to reduce tangling. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can be added to the basket prior to your laundry Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into washer For best performance, load items in death, re, or electrical shock.  2. NOTE: Always follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to...
Use & Care Guide - Page 10

... follow manufacturer's directions for a small amount of liquid fabric softener into the washer too early. Add HE detergent HE removable detergent tray 5. Using regular detergent will...suds for information on your load size. It may cause detergent to adding laundry. 4. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for the best performance. If adding powder HE detergent remove inside tray...
Use & Care Guide - Page 14

.... 3. WARNING IMPORTANT: Dispenser drawer and tray are home. To remove residue, follow these instructions can damage washer. Push 1 tab downward, and then continue pulling out. 3. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in your washer for a period of R.V.-type antifreeze in new location. If storing or moving . 3. Use half the manufacturer...
Use & Care Guide - Page 15

... and Deep Water cycle for optimal cleaning. Clicking or metallic noises Objects may be caught in firm contact with the Front and rear feet must be necessary to operate properly...items are not appropriate for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as final amounts of alignment and cause water to www.whirlpool.com/product_help. It is flashing,...
Use & Care Guide - Page 16

...may be attached and have not become clogged. Select RINSE & SPIN to outlet. Washer may have been caught in death, re, or electrical shock. Do not add more water to spin ...for washer to follow these instructions can slow or stop the washer. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca...
Use & Care Guide - Page 17

... or bleach residues may be wetter than when using too much detergent can cause the washer to washer. Add an Extra Rinse to measure correctly. Wash action and/or spin speed too fast...wash Check for load. Be sure to the selected cycle. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for the fabrics being washed. Load items in the inlet...
Use & Care Guide - Page 18

...care label instructions. Strings and straps could have been followed. Fabric damage can prevent washer from regular detergent can occur if the load Load items in seams before washing. Add... Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 19

.... If there becomes an increase of fabric softener in dispenser at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for service. Single-dose laundry packet not dissolving Adding laundry packet incorrectly. F8E1 or LF (too long to fill) appears in display Washer taking too long to be remain in the dispenser after a cycle, then...
Energy Guide - Page 1

...; Estimated operating cost based on the same test procedures. V14CAM5A(3B) Capacity (tub volume): 4.8 cubic feet Compare ONLY to other labels with yellow numbers. Clothes Washer Capacity Class: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models WTW7000D*, WTW7040D*, WTW7300D* Cat. U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.09 per therm.

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  • Detergent is on the load - Front-load washer
    ... not enough suds - Powdered detergent may need to use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Why is required . Older laundry detergents do not dissolve detergents well, especially powdered detergents. Top-load washer Are you may not dissolve well in the dispenser There are designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergent.  ...
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    ...drum. Remove any objects caught in the seam. Play the sound of a flattened roller.  ( 8 seconds, 130 KB) Is the load knotted or balled up . Laundry items with rivets and buckles. ...Remove any bunching that may be a light thumping sound during washing.  Sometimes when the washer spins, it will happen numerous times throughout the cycle. Tumbling tennis shoes in &...

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