Whirlpool WTW8200YW warranty Troubleshooting

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help

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 fill, washer stops working

Check for proper water supply.

Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to inlet valve.

Both hot and cold water faucets must be turned on.

Check that inlet valve screens have not become clogged.

Check for any kinks in inlet hoses, which can restrict water flow.

If you experience

Possible Causes

Solution

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Washer won’t run or fill, washer stops working (cont.)

Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet

Check proper electrical supply.

Plug power cord into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

 

 

 

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.

 

 

Normal washer operation.

Lid must be closed for washer to run.

 

 

 

Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle.

 

Do not interrupt cycle.

 

 

 

Washer may be stopped to reduce suds.

 

 

 

The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may take

 

2 to 3 minutes before water is added. You may hear the hum

 

of the spins. This is normal.

 

 

Washer may be tightly packed.

Remove several items, rearrange load evenly around the

 

washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center

 

of the washplate. Close lid and press START/PAUSE.

 

 

 

Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.

 

 

 

Do not add more water to the washer.

 

 

Not using HE detergent or using too

Only use HE detergent. Suds from regular detergents can slow

much HE detergent.

or stop the washer. Always measure detergent and following

 

detergent directions based on your load requirements.

 

 

 

To remove suds, cancel cycle. Select RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN.

 

Select your cycle. Press START/PAUSE. Do not add more detergent.

Empty pockets and use garment

Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket

bags for small items.

and tub, which can slow draining.

 

 

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Table of Contents Washer Safety Cleaning with Less Water Automatic Load Size Sensing WHAT’S NEW Under the LID?Control Panel and Features Power ButtonLiquid fabric softener dispenser High Efficiency HE detergent dispenserLiquid chlorine bleach dispenser Options Cycle GuideItems to wash Cycle Wash Spin Soil Available Cycle Details High speed. Spin speed is adjustable CoolHelpful Tips Using Your WasherLoad laundry into washer Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser Press Power to turn on washerAdd HE detergent to dispenser Add liquid fabric softener to dispenserSelect cycle options Select cycleSelect cycle modifiers, if desired Press START/PAUSE to begin wash cycle Washer Maintenance Cleaning Your Top Loading WasherTo winterize washer To use washer againVibration or Off-Balance TroubleshootingIf you experience Possible Causes Solution Water LeaksTroubleshooting If you experience Possible causes Troubleshooting Error Code Appears in Display Whirlpool Corporation Laundry Warranty Sécurité DE LA Laveuse Quoi DE Neuf Sous LE COUVERCLE? Choix du détergent appropriéCycle Signal Button Bouton de signal de programme Tableau DE Commande ET CaractéristiquesPower Button Bouton de mise sous tension ECO Monitor Éco-MoniteurDistributeur d’assouplissant de tissu liquide Spin Speed Vitesse d’essorageWash Temp Température de lavage De lavage Guide DE Programmes’essorage Disponibles Saleté Options disponiblesCouleurs Rinse/Drain Conseils utiles Utilisation DE LA LaveuseTrier et préparer le linge Verser le détergent HE Dans le distributeur Sélectionner les réglages de programme, si désiré Déverrouiller le couvercle pour ajouter les vêtements MARCHE/PAUSE pour démarrerLe programme de lavage Entretien DE LA Laveuse Nettoyage de la laveuse à chargement par le dessusHivérisation de la laveuse Remise en marche de la laveuseDépannage Vibrations ou déséquilibreFuites d’eau La laveuse ne fonctionne pas comme prévuLa laveuse ne fonctionne pas comme prévu suite EN MARCHE/PAUSESolution Si les phénomènesSaleté de la charge Utiliser plus que la quantité recommandée par le fabricant Un code d’erreur apparaît sur l’afficheur Garantie DES Appareils DE Buanderie DE Whirlpool Corporation U.S.A U.S.A. and Canada