Whirlpool ATW4475V User Instructions - Page 7
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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 the washer through a complete Normal cycle with
1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently
Noisy
Is the load balanced and the washer level?
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should be balanced and not overloaded. The washer must
be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the
jam nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed).
See the Installation Instructions.
Did you completely remove the yellow shipping strap with
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shipping pins? See the Installation Instructions.
Are the gears engaging after the drain and before spin, or
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is the upper part of agitator clicking during wash? These
are normal washer noises.
Leaking
Check the following:
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Are the fill hoses tight?
Are the fill hose washers properly seated?
Is the drain hose installed? See the Installation Instructions.
Is the sink or drain clogged?
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able to handle 17 gal. (64 L.) of water per minute.
Is water deflecting off the tub ring or the load?
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the tub before starting the washer. The wash load should
be balanced and not overloaded. The fill or spray rinses can
bounce off the load. The washer must be level. The front
feet should be properly installed and the jam nuts tightened.
Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation
Instructions.
Check household plumbing for leaks.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
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The wash load
Sink and standpipe must be
Center
Storage, non-use, or vacation care
Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be
on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of
time, you should:
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid
flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.
Water level seems too low
Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer
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appear to not fill completely? The top of the agitator is
much higher than the highest water level. This is normal and
necessary for clothes to move freely.
Dispensers clogged or bleach leaking
Did you follow the manufacturer's directions when adding
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fabric softener to the dispenser? Measure detergent and
fabric softener. Slowly pour into the dispensers. Wipe up all
spills. Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser.
Periodically clean the dispensers.
Did you put powdered color-safe bleach into the liquid
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chlorine bleach dispenser? Add powdered color-safe bleach
directly to the basket.
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