Whirlpool 7MWFW95HEDU0 Use & Care Manual - Page 19
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Troubleshooting
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First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help
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for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
Washer won't run or fill,
washer stops working
(cont.)
Washer not draining/
spinning, loads are
still wet
Door locked at end
of wash cycle
Door will not unlock
Incorrect or wrong
wash or rinse
temperatures
Not using HE detergent or using too
much HE detergent.
Door not opened between cycles.
Drain hose extends into standpipe
farther than 4.5" (114 mm).
Only use HE detergent. Suds from regular detergents can
slow or stop the washer. Always measure detergent, following
manufacturer's
directions based on your load requirements.
To remove suds, cancel cycle. Select DRAIN & SPIN with Extra
Rinse. Touch and hold START. Do not add more detergent.
The drain hose is clogged, or the
end of the drain hose more than
96" (2.4 m) above the floor.
The drain hose fits too tightly
The drain hose should be loose yet fit securely. Do not seal the
in the standpipe, or is it taped
drain hose with tape. The hose needs an air gap. See "Secure
to the standpipe,
the Drain Hose" in Installation Instructions.
Using cycles with a slower spin
Cycles with slower spin speeds remove less water than cycles
speed,
with fast spin speeds. Use the recommended
cycle/speed
spin
for your garment.
Washer not loaded as recommended.
The load may be out of balance.
Not using HE detergent or using too
much HE detergent.
Small items may have been caught
in the pump or stuck between the
washer drum and the outer tub.
There are too many clothes in the
Wash & Dry cycle.
Water remaining in washer after cycle.
Fan Freshen/Turn bleFresh '_option
is on.
Door locks when cycle has started.
Check for proper water supply.
After 3 wash cycles in a row are completed, the door must be
opened and then closed before a new cycle can begin.
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 floor. Remove any clogs from drain hose. See 'qnstallation
Requirements"
in Installation Instructions.
A tightly packed or unbalanced
load may not allow the washer
to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. See
"Cycle Guide" for load size recommendation
for each cycle.
Avoid washing single items. Balance a single item such as a rug
or jeans jacket with a few extra items.
Use only HE detergent. Suds from regular detergent or using too
much detergent can slow or stop draining or spinning. Always
measure and follow manufacturer's
directions for your load.
To remove extra suds, select DRAIN & SPIN with Extra Rinse.
Do not add detergent.
Check the drum for any items sticking through the drum holes.
Empty pockets and use garment bags when washing small
items.
Only use the Wash & Dry cycle for 2=4 lightly soiled synthetic
garments, athletic uniforms, or workout wear.
Select DRAIN & SPIN to remove any water remaining in the
washer. The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain.
While this option is on, the fan blows (FanFresh _'> option only)
and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours
(FanFresh _ option) or 6 hours (TumbleFresh _option). The door
remains locked during this time. To unlock the door, cancel
the option by touching POWER.
If the "Add Garment" light is lit, touch START once. The door
will unlock.
Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed.
Washing many loads.
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Both hoses must be attached to both washer and faucet, and
have both hot and cold water flowing to inlet valve.
Check that inlet valve screens are not clogged.
Remove any kinks in hoses.
Your hot water tank may not have enough hot water to keep up
with the number of hot or warm washes. This is normal.
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