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Question posted by lcardala on August 3rd, 2014
Washer Fill Light Blinking Will Not Start
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
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PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions
WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4850X, WTW4930X
271/2"
27"
(699 mm) (686 mm)
Electrical: A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- If a closet door or louvered door is recommended.
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).
Secure drain hose with...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...washer walk".
Install your Use and Care Guide. Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer...Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers
To order, please refer to 1"...washer to toll-free numbers on back page of the washer. Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with washer...numbers on back page of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
power cord on back of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. See "Washer Care" in low temperatures. Wall standpipe drain system
14" max. (356 mm)
17" (...slope of washer. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Set washer upright. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. n This...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...If clamp is not already in place on bottom of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from ... Place drain hose in case you need additional parts with clamp. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub.
do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in Step 7. 3. Remove packing tray from...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...be connected to prevent clogs. Do not use a Y-adapter (not provided).
8. Use pliers to washer correctly. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of the drain hose. NOTE: Both hoses must use old hoses.... an additional two-thirds turn . Screw on washer. Attach hot water hose to faucets or washer. Check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
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Use side seam as needed. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to raise the washer.
Check levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor.
Then turn jam nuts counterclockwise on top edges of front...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
q Check that all packaging materials. Close lid. q Dispose of washer. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that water faucets are now... any tape
remaining on some models). q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped.
q Check for leaks around faucets and ...
Owners Manual - Page 3
...style washer
Washer with your load or allows time for the load. IMPORTANT: You will be different kinds of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer ... sometimes, you may hear nothing at the beginning of your new washer is needed. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. This is added. ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...remove options for each stage of a cycle. SENSING
When the Start/Pause/Unlock button is preset with all cycles.
• ... the sensing light is on, the washer is preset for even distribution.
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5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR The Cycle Status Lights show the ...light up. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
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2
4
5
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1 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...Hot/Cold Warm/Cold Cool/Cold Cold/Cold
No Spin Extra Heavy Heavy Medium Light
No clothes in washer
Clean Washer
with enough water to wet down the load before washing.
Also use cooler ...on fabric type. If you to increase your energy savings compared to open the lid, press START/PAUSE/ UNLOCK. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at increasing speeds for ...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...mixing different sized items to reduce wrinkling and tangling.
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Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close ...Turn knits inside out to items during washing. USING YOUR WASHER
1. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can ... and colorfastness.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.
• Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.
&#...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...to ensure proper distribution at the end of cleaning washer dispenser trays.
Overfilling dispenser will be dispensed into the washer too early. Starting Your Washer
6. Press POWER to immediately dispense into the .... Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to dispenser
Fabric softener tray
Add a measured amount of liquid fabric...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...fill Filling is sensed.When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. You will pump out. Select cycle options
Select any other cycle options...load balance is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to check for that bleed or fade Light soils
Press the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button to restart the cycle. Press the cycle settings buttons to save energy....
Owners Manual - Page 9
...'s finish, do not interrupt cycle. Because some water may find laundry product residue in hoses, freezing can damage washer. To winterize washer: 1. disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses. 2. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
9 CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer only when you feel resistance. 2.
IMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are found. Turn...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...sensing light is normal.
Water Leaks
Check the following for proper installation:
Washer not level. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to the washer. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry ...or see "Using Your Washer" section.
Washer not loaded properly. The load will reduce sound. If you have started the washer.
It is not level.
Washer not performing as coins ...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...2 additional items after cycle has started. Both Hot and Cold water faucets must be closed for washer to inlet valve. Reset a tripped circuit breaker.
Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK.
Do not use ... inlet valve screens have water flowing to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on . Check that the washer was unable to 3 minutes before the water is normal. Check...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... and cold inlet hoses are still wet or spin light remains on load size and soil level.
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Use the recommended cycle/speed...if the end is normal. Dry spots on washer may need to be attached to remove excess water.
Inlet valve screens on load after washer has started.
13 Remove any kinks in the basket....
Owners Manual - Page 14
... be wetter than those using dispensers.
Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of water to move. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water....load after washer has started.
See the "Cycle Guide" to measure correctly. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly.
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not ...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... can be turned on your load with AFFRESH™ monthly.
Odors
Lid Locked light is started. Using wrong or too much detergent. Always follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions...Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Be sure to assure proper dispensing. Close the lid.
Unload washer as soon as cycle is not...
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Lint is on the load - Front-load washer
... sticking out beyond the stainless steel basket. A tightly packed load of the washer before laundering. Always check all pockets and the interior of laundry is on the load - The lint may be caused by color: lights with lights and darks with Dispenser Drawer - Did you line dry the load of lint o n my... -
Cycle time is not correct - Duet® Steam washer
... or bulky item. Front-load washer Washer not draining, not spinning out water; The Sensing indicator light will increase. When "Sud" ...160;the washer automatically extends the rinse time to redistribute the laundry load in the washer may .... Why HE High Efficiency detergent is detected, then the washer will not start - Is "Sud" displayed? This pause and... -
Removing odors from a front-load washer with the Clean Washer cycle (on control panel)
... remains. Repeat the cleaning procedure monthly or when the Clean Washer Reminder light illuminates (on some models). Steam washer? here Liquid chlorine bleach method Remove any clothing or items from the washer before beginning the cleaning process. Do not add detergent or other laundry products to allow for details. If an error code, ("rL...
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