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REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,
or moving:
1. Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and
connect washer.
2. Before using again, run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
Turn on both water faucets.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run washer through Bulky Items/Sheets cycle to clean
washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use half the
manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent for a
medium-size load.
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,
re, or electrical shock.
WARNING
Troubleshooting
If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Vibration or Off-Balance
Check the following for
proper installation or
see “Using Your
Washer” section.
Feet may not be in contact with the
oor and locked.
Front and rear feet must be in rm contact with oor, and
washer must be level to operate properly.
Washer may not be level. Check oor for exing or sagging. If ooring is uneven, a 3/4"
(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
See “Level the Washer” in Installation Instructions.
Load could be unbalanced. Load dry items in loose heaps evenly around basket wall.
Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to basket
could unbalance washer.
Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance.
Do not tightly pack. Avoid washing single items.
Use Bulky Items/Sheets cycle for oversized, non-absorbent
items such as jackets and small comforters. See “Cycle Guide”.
See “Cycle Guide” and “Using Your Washer” in this Use and
Care Guide.
Noises
Clicking or metallic
noises
Objects caught in washer drain
system.
Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins
could fall between basket and tub or may block pump.
It may be necessary to call for service to remove items.
It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps,
buckles, or zippers touch against the basket.
Gurgling or humming Washer may be draining water. It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming
sound with periodic gurgling or surging as nal amounts of
water are removed during the Drain & Spin cycles.
Humming Load sensing may be occurring. You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have
started the washer. This is normal.
Whirring Basket deceleration may be
occurring.
You may hear the whirring sound of the basket decelerating.
This is normal.
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.