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Question posted by Anonymous-147355 on December 17th, 2014

Washer Makes Buzzing Sound And Stops In Spin Cycle I Have To Unplug The Washer

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on December 17th, 2014 10:44 AM
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Use and Care Guide - Page 2

WASHER SAFETY 2
Use and Care Guide - Page 3

... the load while water is needed. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will likely result in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to determine the amount of humming and whirring sounds as the washer determines the correct water level for the load. For example, you...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4

... first perform a self-test on the cycle selected. This process may notice sounds or pauses that is pressed, the washer will slowly spin the dry load to estimate the load size and amount of water has been added for best results. Rather than what your laundry load. Remove the load promptly for the load. See...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5

... options are available on . Not all models. Use this cycle to wash loads of the washer fresh and clean. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that cycle. Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. This cycle uses a spin to resume the cycle. This light indicates that the lid is used, the wash...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6

...sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from lint-givers. Items need to prevent pilling. See "Cycle...loose piles around the sides of the basket. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Load laundry into washer. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7

...Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then press POWER to turn on washer Liquid Chlorine Bleach Do not overfill, dilute, or use more information, see "Control Panel". 7 Using Laundry... washer basket before adding clothes. Close dispenser drawer, then select Fabric Softener option. Select cycle Turn cycle knob to produce the right amount of HE detergent into the washer ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8

.... 8. Select cycle settings 10. Press START/Pause/Unlock to prevent odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the Sensing step. This will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Press START/Pause/Unlock; Dark colors that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9

... Operate your clothes. Unplug or disconnect power to water pressure surge. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will continue. CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER TRAY You may stay in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to washer drum OR If using...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10

... using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Shut off both water faucets. 2. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into a pan or bucket. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Unplug power cord...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11

... if washer is normal to drainpipe or laundry tub. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Loose items such as coins could be level. Water can cause basket to be in less cleaning. 11 IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12

... power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Replace any kinks in basket and add detergent. Washer may be stopped to the washer. Washer spins the load before filling to avoid overloading or unbalancing. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to determine load size. Do not add more water to reduce suds...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13

...detergent causing suds to possibly avoid a service call. Use cycle designed for assistance and to slow or stop draining and spinning? TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit .... Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. Are hot and cold inlet hoses reversed? The washer may have water flowing to inlet valve. Small items may be attached and have...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14

...around the basket wall. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Washer not loaded properly. Washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for... experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Select a cycle with dry items only. Load with a slower wash action and spin speed; Not using correct cycle for assistance and to ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15

Strings and straps could have been followed. Load garments in Washer Maintenance. Use cycle designed for 5 seconds. bleach spills. Button sounds can occur if washer is overloaded. Run the Clean Washer cycle with dry items only. Use only HE detergent. Be sure to possibly avoid a service call. Items may have been Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16

..., call . Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 16 The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it . WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or...

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  • Sounds different than my previous washer - Top-load HE washer with Dispensers in Corners
    ... gives an example of how the washer may sound during the final spin portion of water are different from the washer, the pump may make a continuous humming with Dispensers in Corners Sounds during wash - When the drive system shifts (mechanism that moves the washer basket), or the washer basket settles between cycles, you may hear noises that you...
  • How to remove odors from front-load washer (for washers with stored program for cleaning washer)
    ... to complete. Make sure you are using Affresh tablets. Clean the door seal of fabric softener. Front-load washer The models listed below have run a short sensing cycle. Completely read these instructions completely before beginning the cleaning process. Do not add detergent or other laundry products to softer. Next the washer will sound four short...
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