Whirlpool MVWC400XW Technical Education page 33

Washer not draining/
spinning, loads are
still wet
Not using HE detergent.
TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)
Empty pockets and use garment bags
for small items.
Use a cycle with a high spin speed.
The washer may be overloaded
Check plumbing for correct drain
hose installation. Drain hose extends
into standpipe farther than 4.5"
(114 mm).
Wrong or too much detergent
causing suds to slow or stop
draining and spinning?
started to avoid overloading or unbalancing.
Do not add more water to the washer.
Only use HE detergent. Suds from regular detergents can slow
or stop the washer. Always measure detergent and following
detergent directions based on your load requirements.
To remove suds, cancel cycle. Select DRAIN & SPIN. Select your
cycle. Press START. Do not add more detergent.
Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket
and tub, which can slow draining.
Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than cycles
with high spin speeds. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin
for your garment.
Overloading or unbalanced loads will not allow the washer to
spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. See "Using
Your Washer" for loading recommendations.
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
Use only HE detergent. Always measure and follow
detergent directions for your load.
To remove extra suds, Select DRAIN & SPIN and desired cycle.
Do not add detergent.
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