Troubleshooting - Whirlpool Cabrio Use & Care Manual

Troubleshooting

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If you experience
Vibration or Off-Balance
Vibration, rocking, or
"walking"
Vibration during spinning
or washer stopped with
all dial lights ashing
Noises – For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/product_help.
Clicking or metallic
noises
Gurgling or humming
Humming
Whirring
Water Leaks
Check the following for
proper installation:
Washer not performing as expected
Not enough water
in washer
Washer won't run or ll,
washer stops working
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Possible Causes
Feet may not be in contact with the
oor and locked.
Washer may not be level.
Load could be unbalanced.
Objects may be caught in washer
drain system.
Washer may be draining water.
Load sensing may be occurring.
Basket deceleration may be
occurring.
Washer not level.
Fill hoses not attached tightly.
Fill hose washers
Drain hose connection
Check household plumbing for leaks
or clogged sink or drain.
Washer not loaded as
recommended.
Load not completely covered
in water.
Check for proper water supply.
Front and rear feet must be in rm contact with oor, and washer
must be level to operate properly.
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 the Installation Instructions.
Load items in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Adding
wet items to washer or adding more water to basket could
unbalance washer.
Avoid washing single items. Balance a single item such as a
rug or jeans jacket with a few extra items. If the dial is ashing,
redistribute the load, close the lid, and press START/PAUSE.
Use Bulky/Sheets Deep Water Wash cycle for oversized, non-
absorbent items such as comforters or poly- lled jackets. Other
items are not appropriate for Bulky/Sheets Normal cycle. See
"Cycle Guide."
Item or load not suitable for selected cycle. See "Cycle Guide"
and "Using Your Washer."
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 stainless steel basket.
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 spin/drain cycles.
You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have
started the washer. This is normal.
You may hear the whirring sound of the basket decelerating.
This is normal.
Water may splash off basket if washer is not level.
Tighten ll-hose connection.
Make sure all four ll hose at washers are properly seated.
Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to
drainpipe or laundry tub.
Do not place tape over drain opening.
Water can back up out of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Check all
household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water
pipes, and faucets.)
An unbalanced load can cause basket to be out of alignment
and cause water to splash off tub. See "Using Your Washer" for
loading instructions.
This is normal operation for an HE low-water washer. The load
will not be completely underwater. The washer senses load
sizes and adds correct amount of water for optimal cleaning.
See "What's New under the Lid."
IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to washer. Adding water lifts
the items off the washplate, resulting in less effective cleaning.
Both hoses must be attached and have water owing 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 ow.
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