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Question posted by proxrra on April 19th, 2014

I Have A Wtw5640xw Washer Lid Switch Keeps Clicking How To Fix

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Owners Manual - Page 3

...-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of your load or allows time for clothes to a traditional agitator-style washer. Rather than diluting detergent as the lid lock goes through a self-test. This may also result in...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...would like to the wash cycle will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. 4 SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on your load. • Slower spin speeds mean ...FABRIC SOFTENER This option must be added to the washer to set your wash cycles. Using the EcoBoost setting on your washer to improve your laundry load. Not all spin speeds are available with ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... while filling. DONE Once the cycle is pressed, the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock mechanism. Press START/Pause/Unlock again to the load, and resume adding water. You will hear a click, the basket will make a slight turn, and the lid will unlock briefly before water is complete. You may...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...require rinsing only. Use this cycle to wet down the load before washing. After time has expired, washer will drain, but may take longer for some models). 6 Swimsuits and items requiring rinsing without detergent ...This cycle features a spray rinse. This cycle uses a spin to keep the inside of no-iron fabrics such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... damage to items during washing. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to your laundry 2. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to reduce wrinkling and...out to reduce tangling. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... before adding clothes. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to use. Pour a measured amount of fabric softener based on washer 4. Press POWER to turn on your load size. Add liquid chlorine bleach to produce the right amount of suds for...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... to choose your garments. To set the delay. This will be cooler than what your previous washer provided. Select cycle settings Turn cycle knob to save energy. IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, ...select desired start time. 2. Dark colors that cycle will hear a clicking sound. 7. If you do not want to help dissolve detergents. Press DELAY WASH button to set a delayed Start...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... garments If you may take several minutes while load balance is delayed for load unbalance. Close washer lid. 4. To clean exterior: 1. You will sound (if set . NOTE: Not all -purpose surface cleaner, if needed. CLEANING YOUR WASHER Keep your clothes. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will light and the end of...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... a period of R.V.-type antifreeze in new location. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Keep lid taped until you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into washer basket. 7. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in washer or reconnect power. 3. If storing or moving during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... Lid." The added water lifts the load off basket if washer is on clothing such as final amounts of the cabinet. Washer ...at www.whirlpool.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in washer drain system. See "Level the Washer" in this Use and ... washer. Load dry items in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. It may be level. This is normal operation for leaks (laundry tubs...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... wash light remains on (indicating that inlet valve screens have water flowing to reduce suds. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Washer may hear the hum of cycle. Only use an extension cord. Lid must be turned on your load requirements. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...be on load size and soil level. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from drain hose. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to be.... Check drain hose for your garment. Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. Check that the washer was unable to slow or stop draining and spinning. Always measure detergent and follow detergent ...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... the cycle is complete to possibly avoid a service call. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly. If using Quick Wash cycle, wash only a few items. Use Whites and... onto load. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Small amount of water. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount...

Owners Manual - Page 16

...was stopped or paused using too much detergent. Use only HE detergent. Close the lid. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. 16 Sharp items ...stopped spinning. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Soils may be turned...

Owners Manual - Page 17

... legal rights, and you . If you think you . In the U.S.A., call . 7/08 Keep this book and your sales slip together for other rights that is inconsistent to published user or ...BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. You can be easily determined. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide... 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" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42"...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... shipping materials It is required. It is properly grounded. Remove shipping base. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is adequate. Set washer upright. n Check with the sound shield to install it and make sure lid is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... over side of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with clamp. NOTE: Keep tray in Step 7. Gently place power cord over end as shown in case you need... hose to step 6. 3. See "Tools and Parts". 6. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. Drain hose form...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block. Rock washer back and forth to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall... standpipe with floor. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to make sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap. Check levelness of front using lid, as needed. When washer...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Close lid. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 Select any tape remaining on washer. 16. q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour...

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