Whirlpool W10026592A Washer User Manual


 
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COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS (CONT.)
Solution...
Plug in power cord.
Turn timer knob to the right slightly
and pull to start.
Clean screens.
Turn on water.
Reverse hoses.
Straighten hose.
Plug in power cord.
Check electrical source or call
electrician.
Replace fuse or reset circuit
breaker. If problem continues,
call electrician.
Do not use extension cords.
Turn timer to the right slightly
and pull to start.
Set and pull out knob.
Wash smaller loads.
This is normal.
Push tub to center before
starting.
This is normal.
Ensure front feet are installed
and nuts tightened. Level
washer. Reset rear leveling legs.
See Installation Instructions.
Sort lint givers (towels, chenille)
from lint takers (corduroy,
synthetics). Also sort by color.
Lint can be trapped in load if
overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
Clean out pockets before washing.
Use enough detergent to hold
lint in water.
Use wash water warmer than 70°F
(21°C).
Use wash water warmer than 70°F
(21°C).
Cause...
Power cord not plugged in.
Timer (Cycle Control knob) dial
is not lined up.
Water inlet valve screens are plugged.
Water is turned off.
Hot and cold hoses are reversed.
Inlet hose is kinked.
Power cord not plugged in.
No power at plug.
Fuse blown or circuit breaker open.
Using an extension cord.
Timer dial is not lined up.
Timer knob not pulled out.
Machine is overloaded.
The top of the agitator is much higher
than the highest water level. This creates
a perception of the washer not being full.
Tub is pulled forward when unloading.
Tub moves.
Unit not level.
Improper sorting.
Overloading.
Paper or tissue in pockets.
Not enough detergent.
Detergent not dissolving.
Wash water colder than 70°F (21°C).
Problem...
Won’t fill/rinse/agitate
or wrong tempera-
ture
Washer stops
Water level seems
too low or washer
not completely filling
Washer tub is
crooked
Residue or lint
on load
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