troubleshooting. Whirlpool 8LSR5233EZ0

Troubleshooting

Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for common laundry problems and the next page for common washer problems. If you need further assistance, see page 22.

Common laundry problems

PROBLEM CAUSE

Brown, yellow stains l

Chlorine staining

*Iron in water heater or pipes; iron and manganese in water

Dye transfer

Gray whites, dingy colors

Greasy looking spots

Lint

Load too wet after spin

Shrinking

Snags, rips, and holes

Stiff, rough fabrics l

Improper sorting

. Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle l l l l

Improper sorting

Water temperature too low

Not enough detergent

Using soap in very hard water (use detergent in hard water) l l

Fabric softener poured directly on clothes

Not enough detergent. l l l l

Improper sorting

Paper or tissue in pockets

Pilling being mistaken for lint

Not enough detergent l l

Cold rinses

Cycle stopped before spinning is complete l l

Fabric type (some knits stretch during manufacturing - laundering returns fabric to original size)

Care label directions not followed l l

Items damaged before washing

Misuse of chlorine bleach (do not pour directly on clothes); dispenser not used l

Sharp items not removed from pockets; fasteners not fastened l l l

Using soap in very hard water (use detergent in hard water)

Not enough detergent

Line drying

Twisting/

Tangling

Wrinkling

Yellow areas

(from body oils) l

Overloading l

Clothes wrapped around agitator l l

Overloading (leave more room for permanent press and knits)

Load not immediately removed from washer after cycle l

Cycle selection incorrect l

. Water temperature too low

Not enough detergent

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Common washer problems

Before calling for service, check these:

Is the lid closed? b2J

Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out?

Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage?

Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker?

Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on?

Are the water hoses kinked or clogged?

Is the drain hose higher than the water level in the washer? It must be higher for proper operation.

Is the washer making noises (see page 9), or vibrating?

Is the wash load properly distributed around the agitator?

NOTE: Washer stops briefly during a wash cycle. These pauses are normal.

If none of these items was causing your problem, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 22.

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