WHIRLPOOL 2DLXR7244MQ3
Owner's Manual

Washer won�t drain or spin
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Washer basket is crooked
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Is the drain hose clogged, or the end of the drain hose more than 72 in. (183 cm) above the floor? See the Installation Instructions for proper installation of drain hose. Is the lid open? The lid must be closed during operation. Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open. Is there excessive sudsing? Always measure detergent. Follow manufacturer�s directions. If you have very soft water, you might need to use less detergent. Is your voltage low? Check your electrical source or call an electrician. Do not use an extension cord.

Was the washer basket pulled forward during loading? The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. Push the basket to the center before starting washer. Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

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The washer basket moves while washing. This is normal.

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Agitator operation
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Washer continues to fill or drain, or the cycle seems stuck
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The top of the agitator is loose, or moves in only one direction. This is normal.

Is the top of drain hose lower than the water level in washer? The top of the hose must be higher than the water level in the washer for proper operation. See the Installation Instructions. Does the drain hose fit too tightly in the standpipe, or is it taped to the standpipe? The drain hose should be loose yet fit securely. Do not seal the drain hose with tape. The hose needs an air gap. See the Installation Instructions.

Dispensers clogged or bleach leaking
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Did you follow the manufacturer�s directions when adding detergent and fabric softener to the dispensers? Measure detergent and fabric softener. Carefully pour into the dispensers. Wipe up all spills. Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. Did you put powdered or color-safe bleach in the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser? Add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach directly to the basket. Do not use the chlorine bleach dispenser for colorsafe bleach.

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Washer makes noise
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Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

Load too wet
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Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed? Select a cycle with a higher spin speed (if available). Did you use a cold rinse? Cold rinses leave loads wetter than do warm rinses. This is normal.

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Did you completely remove the yellow shipping strap with cotter pins? See the Installation Instructions. Are the gears engaging after the drain and before spin, or is the upper part of agitator clicking during wash? These are normal washer noises.

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Residue or lint on load
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Washer leaks
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Did you sort properly? Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics). Also sort by color. Did you overload the washer? The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded. Lint can be trapped in the load if overloaded. Wash smaller loads. Check the following: Was paper or tissue left in the pockets? Did you use enough detergent? Follow manufacturer�s directions. Use enough detergent to hold the lint in the water. Is your water colder than 70°F (21°C)? Wash water colder than 70°F (21°C) may not completely dissolve the detergent.

Check the following: Are the fill hoses tight? Are the fill hose washers properly seated? Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? See the Installation Instructions. Is the sink or drain clogged? Sink and standpipe must be able to handle 17 gal. (64 L) of water per minute. Is water deflecting off the tub ring or the load? Center the tub before starting the washer. The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. The fill or spray rinses can deflect off the load. The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

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Check household plumbing for leaks.

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