Troubleshooting; Reinstalling/Using Washer Again - Whirlpool CAE2763BQ Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien

Troubleshooting

Before calling for service on your washer, please try the solutions suggested in this section.
If you experience
Vibration or Shaking
Check the following for
proper installation or
see "Using Your
Washer" section.
Noises
Clicking or metallic
noises
Gurgling or humming
Humming
Water Leaks
Check the following for
proper installation:
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Possible Causes
Feet may not be in contact with the
fl oor and locked to cabinet.
Washer may not be level.
Load could be unbalanced
or twisted.
Objects caught in washer drain
system.
Washer may be draining water.
Load sensing may be occurring.
Washer not level.
Fill hoses not attached tightly.

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 Normal cycle to clean washer and
remove antifreeze, if used. Use half the manufacturer's
recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size load.
Front and rear feet must be in fi rm contact with fl oor, and
washer must be level to operate properly.
Check fl oor for fl exing or sagging. If fl ooring is uneven, a 3/4"
(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
See "Level the Washer" in Installation Instructions.
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 Heavy Duty cycle for oversized, non-absorbent items such
as comforters or poly-fi lled jackets.
See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in this Use and
Care Guide.
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 basket.
It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming
sound with periodic gurgling or surging as fi nal amounts of
water are removed during the Drain & Spin cycles.
You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have
started the washer. This is normal.
Water may splash off basket if washer is not level. Check that
load is not unbalanced or tightly packed.
Tighten fi ll-hose connection.
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