Whirlpool WTW4810EW-WW Owner's Manual

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REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,  
or moving:
1.  Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and  
connect washer.
2.  Before using again, run washer through the following   
recommended procedure:
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 washer through Bulky Items/Sheets cycle to clean 
washer and remove antifreeze if used. Use half the 
manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent for a 
medium-size load.
Troubleshooting
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Vibration or Off-Balance
Check the following for 
proper installation or  
see “Using Your  
Washer” section.
Feet may not be in contact with the 
floor and locked.
Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and  
washer must be level to operate properly. 
Washer may not be level.
Check floor for flexing or sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4"  
(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
See “Level the Washer” in Installation Instructions.
Load could be unbalanced.
Load dry items in loose heaps evenly around basket wall.  
Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to basket 
could unbalance washer.
Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance.
Do not tightly pack. Avoid washing single items.
Use Bulky Items/Sheets cycle for oversized, non-absorbent 
items such as jackets and small comforters. See “Cycle Guide.”
See “Cycle Guide” and “Using Your Washer” in this Use and  
Care Guide.
Noises
Clicking or metallic 
noises.
Objects caught in washer drain 
system.
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 snaps, 
buckles, or zippers touch against the basket. 
Gurgling or humming.
Washer may be draining water.
It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming 
sound with periodic gurgling or surging as final amounts of  
water are removed during the Drain & Spin cycles.
Humming.
Load sensing may be occurring.
You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have 
started the washer. This is normal.
Whirring.
Basket deceleration may be 
occurring.
You may hear the whirring sound of the basket decelerating.  
This is normal. 
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help 
in Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.