Owners Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING – WASHER (CONT.)
In the U.S.A. In Canada
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help –
In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won’t run or ll,
washer stops working,
or wash light remains
on (indicating that the
washer was unable to ll
appropriately) (cont.)
Check proper electrical supply. Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power.
Normal washer operation. Do not use an extension cord.
Ensure there is power to outlet.
Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Washer may be tightly packed. Lid must be closed for washer to run.
Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle. Do not interrupt
cycle.
Washer may be tightly packed. Remove several items and rearrange load evenly in basket. Close lid
and press the START/PAUSE button.
Remove several items and rearrange load evenly in basket. Close lid
and press the START/PAUSE button.
Do not add more water to the washer.
Washer not draining/
spinning, loads are
still wet, or spin light
remains on (indicating
that the washer was
unable to pump out
water within 10 minutes)
Small items may have been caught
in pump or between basket and
tub, which can slow draining.
Empty pockets and use garment bags for small items.
Used a cycle with a low spin
speed.
Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than cycles
with high spin speeds. Use the recommended cycle/spin speed
for your garment. To remove extra water in the load, select Drain &
Spin. Load may need to be rearranged to allow even distribution of
the load in the basket.
The washer may be tightly packed
or unbalanced.
Tightly packing or unbalanced loads will not allow the washer to
spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. Evenly arrange
the wet load for balanced spinning. Select the Drain & Spin cycle
to remove excess water. See “Using Your Washer” for loading
recommendations.
Check plumbing for correct drain
hose installation. Drain hose
extends into standpipe farther
than 4.5" (114 mm).
Check drain hose for proper installation. Use drain hose form and
securely attach to drainpipe or tub. Do not tape over drain opening.
Lower drain hose if the end is higher than 96" (2.4 m) above the
oor. Remove any clogs from drain hose.
Too much detergent causing
suds to slow or stop draining and
spinning.
Always measure and follow detergent directions for your load.
To remove extra suds, select the Quick Wash cycle. Do not add
detergent.
Water level seems too
low, or the washer
appears to not ll
completely
The top of the agitator is much
higher than the highest water level.
This is normal and necessary for clothes to move freely.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.