I have the top load but it has a lock when it starts. How can you get the lock to disengage to put fabric softener in the rinse cycle?
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Hold the lock button down for 3 seconds. You will hear a click and the lock will come off and the cycle it is in will pause.
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Carefully use a paper clip or similar instrument to pull the tiny little washer out. And ONLY the tiny little washer. It might take a little while, just be patient.
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I don't know but suggest a call to Whirlpool. We have not had that problem. Construction is a lightweight plastic so my initial thought is the amount of weight that might be on it. We only use the top shelf and it only has detergent, fabric softner and dryer sheets on it.
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It locks in. When you shut it off, it then returns to full stream. I had a problem with mine and contacted the company. They sent me a new one. Enjoy!
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I was having trouble getting mine to start also. I pulled once or twice and then it would get REALLY hard to pull. I didn't realize this was caused by pressure building in the pump. I have since began starting the washer by simultaneously aiming the nozzle in a safe direction, squeezing the trigger to relieve the pressure, and pulling the cord. This may not be the safest method, but now it starts on the first pull and that pull is VERY easy.
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You may have to replace it. My with just one push, locks it in or releases the reserved water.
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Hi. I put mine is the washer and then let it air dry and it still remained in tact and did the job. It was the best one that I found. I intend to buy another very soon. Hope this answer your question.
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What is the problem? Looking at the mechanism it is different than the normal cupping setup. There seems to be a a molded plastic piece glued or melted in place covering the sealing washer and red valve piece. Typically the red piece gets stuck. You move it manually up or down using little pressure to free it up. The assembly does not look like it can be removed.
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With mine to first start it, turn it to full choak, and to a lower speed and pull once. Keep on lower speed but switch to half choak and pull, and it should start. May need to repeat a couple times.
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I have a front loading machine and I put it in with the fabric softener. I'm not sure how well it works but it takes the stink away.
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Christina, I got out the book, and followed the directions. I would turn off the machine so it re-sets...then make sure that the tension knob on top has not been moved. There is a question and answer section in the product book that came with the machine.
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I would lock it back up and try the side handles first slowly then the top ones. I would also make sure the top hose switch is disconnected.
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You should be able to tighten the screw down and that'll make it more difficult to lock. There's 3 parts there, the screw, the locking piece and a small washer. Take the screw out entirely and check that it wasn't stripped then reinstall and tighten down. If it doesn't fix it I recommend you order a new screw/lock/washer set from felcostore.com. If you need any additional parts (like a blade or spring) order it too.
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Label: "1.Use only oversized commercial front-loading washing machine with a rotating drum action. Do not use top-loading agitator style machines.2. Wash warm. Rinse cold on gentle cycle using 1/4 cup mild detergent. Use fabric softener in wash. (Do not use detergents with bleach.)3. Tumble dry at low temperature in an oversized commercial dryer.4. Alternative method: Hand wash in bathtub. Follow instructions as in #2.5. Bag must be thoroughly dry before being rolled and stored." So, it's high maintenance to wash this. But I think it's worth it. Label: "1.Use only oversized commercial front-loading washing machine with a rotating drum action. Do not use top-loading agitator style machines.2. Wash warm. Rinse cold on gentle cycle using 1/4 cup mild detergent. Use fabric softener in wash. (Do not use detergents with bleach.)3. Tumble dry at low temperature in an oversized commercial dryer.4. Alternative method: Hand wash in bathtub. Follow instructions as in #2.5. Bag must be thoroughly dry before being rolled and stored." So, it's high maintenance to wash this. But I think it's worth it.
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I had that issue as well...I would recommend adding a washer to the clamp or switching it out. Which part of the rig are you having this issue?
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Once you set it on the base gently move it back and forth it will lock. One way to tell is to start it empty, if it sounds smoothly, it is in place, if not turn off, adjust and try again. Once you get the smooth sound turn off and add your ingredients and blend away. Hope this helps.
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I have not had this happen to ours but I have had to look for answers for other problems with this washer. :-( Maybe this link can help! http://fixitnow.com/wp/2013/03/28/amana-front-load-washer-with-no-power/