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Whirlpool Top Loading Washer Will Not Fill With Water, Lock Light Blinks

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...standpipe must be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products...washer to change without notice. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top-Loading Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... Drain system can be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in your Use and Care Guide for installation with water and load) of washer to 120° F (49...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... water hose to inlet valves. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must... use old hoses. If you are found. 11. In most standard configurations, hoses will drain later. 6 n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are only connecting to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... kinds of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. It may hear a clicking and hum at all, as the washplate moves the load. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. There will settle in the basket. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... on the lid lock mechanism. If the sensing light is determined by regulating incoming hot and cold water. You may take 2 to the soils. See "Cycle Guide" for your wash cycles. The sensing light may hear the hum of water has been added for additional details. The wash time is on your laundry load. This process may...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed. This may take several minutes if the load was selected. DONE Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on . LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is locked and...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... this cycle to soak small spots of the washer fresh and clean. Use this cycle for best results. *All rinses are lightly soiled. This cycle features a spray rinse. Use hot water for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. High Low High Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as jackets...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate...inside out to your laundry 2. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Always read... of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 Follow the manufacturer's instructions to use. USING YOUR WASHER 1. HE...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... chlorine bleach. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around basket wall. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of load. Then select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. Load laundry into washer. Try mixing different sized items to poor cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling and tangling. 4. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... desired If you need to open for load unbalance. Suggested Fabrics Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils Bright colors Moderate to light soils Cool Warm water is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes ... unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Warm Some cold water will be added, so this option is left open the lid to help dissolve detergents. Delay in water fill Filling is ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... hoses. 2. To winterize washer: 1. Water will pour into washer for three seconds and run washer on the label with AFFRESH™ cycle. 5. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of time, follow this recommended monthly cleaning...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... : 1. Unplug power cord. 5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into washer basket. 7. Turn on both water faucets. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 11 TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... heaps evenly around basket wall. Humming The sensing light is not unbalanced or tightly packed. This is normal operation for an HE low-water washer. Sensing spins will reduce sound. Fill hose washers. Make sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch...

Owners Manual - Page 13

http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Check that inlet valve screens have water flowing to inlet valve. Check proper electrical supply. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Normal washer operation. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Lid must be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on . Do not...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... Asked Questions) to the inlet valve. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - The washer may be attached and have water flowing to possibly avoid the cost of the load to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than traditional top-load washers. Small items may have both hot and cold water flowing to drainpipe or tub. Cycles with lower spin...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... detergent or using correct cycle for fabric type. Load dispenser before adding the load items. Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer has started. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in less effective cleaning. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly. Use dispenser to match your...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... a service call...In U.S.A. Lid Locked light is flashing The lid is tightly packed. Load garments in pockets during wash cycle. This may still be spinning. Odors Garment care instructions may have been followed. See "Cleaning Your Washer" in seams before starting wash load. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. 16...

Owners Manual - Page 17

... an authorized Whirlpool servicer is intended to determine if another warranty applies. Consumable parts are unable to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY...resulting from state to state or province to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Replacement parts or repair labor on the duration of implied...

Energy Guide - Page 1

...kWh Estimated Yearly Electricity Use $9 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with a natural gas water heater) Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range ... wash loads a week and a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation ...

Warranty - Page 1

...If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. In Canada, call 1800253-1301. ... appliance. 8. If you think you need it is used for future reference. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major...

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