Whirlpool 4GWTW4800 Use And Care Manual page 13

TROUBLESHOOTING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded (earthed) 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,
fire, or electrical shock.
if you experience
Washer won't run or fill,
washer stops working
or wash light remains
on (indicating that the
washer was unable to
fill appropriately) cont.
Washer not draining/
spinning, loads are
still wet, or spinning
light remains on
(indicating that the
washer was unable
to pump out water
within 10 minutes)
First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
Possible Causes
Check proper electrical supply.
Normal washer operation.
Washer not Ioad"ed--- as
recommended.
Empty pockets and use garment
bags for small items.
Use a cycle with a low spin speed.
Washer not loaded as recommended.
Check plumbing for correct drain hose
installation. Drain hose extends into
standpipe farther than 114 mm (4,5").
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Solution
Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not use an extension cord.
Ensure there is power to outlet.
Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Lid must be closed for washer to run.
Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle. Do not
interrupt cycle.
Remove several items and rearrange load evenly in basket.
Close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock.
Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has
started to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing.
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. To remove extra water in the load, select Drain
& Spin. Load may need to be rearranged to allow even
distribution of the load in the basket.
Tightly packing or unbalanced loads will not allow the washer
to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. Evenly
arrange the wet load for balanced spinning. Select the Drain &
Spin cycle to remove excess water. 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 1,2 m (48")
above the floor. Remove any clogs from drain hose.
Too much detergent causing suds to Always measure and follow detergent directions for your load.
slow or stop draining and spinning. To remove extra suds, select Rinse & Spin. Do not add detergent.
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