Whirlpool W10026592A Problem Cause Solution Washer makes noise, Cont, Won’t fill/rinse/agitate

TROUBLESHOOTING

COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS (CONT.)

Problem...	Cause...	Solution...
Washer makes noise	• Gears engaging after drain and	• This is normal.
(cont.)	before spin.
	• Upper part of agitator clicks during wash.	• This is normal.
Won’t fill/rinse/agitate	• Power cord not plugged in.	• Plug in power cord.
or wrong	• Timer (Cycle Control knob) dial	• Turn timer knob to the right
temperature
	is not lined up.	slightly and pull to start.
	• Water inlet valve screens are plugged.	• Clean screens.
	• Water is turned off.	• Turn on water.
	• Hot and cold hoses are reversed.	• Reverse hoses.
	• Inlet hose is kinked.	• Straighten hoses.
Washer stops	• Power cord not plugged in.	• Plug in power cord.
	• No power at plug.	• Check electrical source or call
		electrician.

•Fuse blown or circuit breaker open.

•Using an extension cord.

•Timer dial is not lined up.

•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.

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Timer knob not pulled out.

Machine is overloaded.

•Set and pull out knob.

•Wash smaller loads.

Agitator operation	• The top of the agitator moves only in one	• This is normal.
	direction.
	• The top of the agitator is loose.	• This is normal.
Water level seems	• The top of the agitator is much higher	• This is normal.
too low or washer	than the highest water level. This creates
not completely filling	a perception of the washer not being full.
Washer tub is	• Tub is pulled forward when unloading.	• Push tub to center before
crooked		starting.
	• Tub moves.	• This is normal.
	• Unit not level.	• Ensure front feet are installed
		and nuts tightened. Level
		washer. Reset rear leveling legs.
		See Installation Instructions.

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