Whirlpool WTW4950XW Support Question
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Question posted by johnjackson3407 on August 2nd, 2013
Makes Really Loud Grinding Noises.
In the beginning, middle and end of cycle.
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Answer #1: Posted by patricknyquist on May 26th, 2014 12:06 PM
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Mine made the same noise. The nut on the drive pully for the tub was loose. it is a crimp nut with loctite that looked like it was never fully tightened to begin with. The belt guard was begining to wear through where the pully and belt had started back off and move down.
I removed the nut and inspected the pully and shaft splines, there was some wear from slipping but not enough to keep slipping if fully engaged and tight.
I reinstalled the pully and nut and tightened fully. There was about an 1/8" of shaft showning before and 1/4 to 5/16" showing after completely tight.
The washer was just over a year old and has been makin the noise for about 2-3 months now. This was my fix and it cost 0 dollars....check this out before calling the repair man.
Related Whirlpool WTW4950XW Manual Pages
Dimension Guide - Page 1
... the right to reduce noise transfer. DRAIN SYSTEM Floor standpipe drain system
42" (1067 mm)
For closet installation, with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of laundry tub must be provided. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you must be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. Laundry tub drain system
Minimum...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block
...in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2 To order, please refer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... mm)
Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for installation with maximum slope of washer. n A level floor with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on washer, and water pressure of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Floor standpipe drain system
IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you are not sure the washer is equipped with local codes and ordinances.
it and make sure lid is adequate. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended.
n Do not ground to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. n Do not...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...to allow free access to step 6. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of ...drain port and secure with separate directions. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in standpipe
Drain hose form
...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...to inlet valves. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Attach hot water hose to remove the drain hose form from the end of the drain hose.
Record ... risk of which hose is snug. Check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to washer correctly. Water should run until it is connected to hot water to help in attaching ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... hose to make sure all four feet make solid contact with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer.
Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to raise the washer. 12. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to reduce excess noise and vibration...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... and inlet hoses.
Select any tape
remaining on washer. q Check that all parts are on some models). q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8
Close lid.
q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of your tools...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
... of the wash cycle, you may hear nothing at the beginning of water as the washer determines the correct water...and noises that more clothes should be added.
For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will... with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with a regular...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...what your laundry load. You may take several minutes to select available cycles on during sensing. Rather than diluting detergent as done in an agitator-style washer, this option...washer will use short, slow spins to the load. The sensing process will make a slight turn the basket in the cycle. The motor sounds may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...on . The lid will use a spray rinse.
If you need to resume the cycle.
Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Remove the load promptly for proper load sensing and spinning, the ...lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. Avoid opening the lid during sensing. This may take ...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... than for others because they will not spin. Use this cycle to wash small, lightly soiled loads of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other fabric types. This cycle features a spray rinse. The washer will absorb more water than other cycles. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine ... further damage to avoid pilling. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using the Bulky Items cycle.
• Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to ensure proper distribution at correct time in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach. Load laundry into washer. load them in the rinse cycle. The Downy Ball® will automatically release the fabric softener during the rinse portion of load.
Close the lid and...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... will be cooler than your previous washer provided.
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Select cycle options, if desired
If you need...colors that feature to filling. Select wash temperature
9. Press START/Pause/Unlock
to begin wash cycle
Once you to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/Pause/Unlock; Suggested ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Press START/Pause/Unlock. Turn off both water faucets; NOTE: For best results, do not use abrasive products.
10 Close washer lid.
4. disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses. 2. Unplug washer or disconnect power. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle.
Owners Manual - Page 12
... more water to drainpipe or laundry tub. Noises - It may splash off tub.
Sensing spins will reduce sound. Fill hoses not attached tightly.
See "Installation Instructions". Load dry items in this Use and Care Guide.
Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles.
http://www.whirlpool.com/help...
Owners Manual - Page 14
....
Lower drain hose if the end is less efficient at rinsing when tightly packed. Dry spots on load after washer has started.
14
Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses...
Check for small items.
Using a cycle with lower spin speeds remove less water than normal. Energy Star washers use garment bags for proper water supply.
Cycles with a low spin speed. Use drain...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... adding the load items.
Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle is tangling
Washer not loaded as recommended.
however, items will add additional water for fabric type.... size and soil level. Add an Extra Rinse to measure correctly.
Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Add only 1 ...
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