Whirlpool Duet washers are a great option for busy households. They’re ENERGY STAR certified, so they use less water and energy than older models. The two primary models of Whirlpool Duet machines are the pair with a touchscreen control or the pair with knobs. Both types of this model can be locked to prevent them from being used by children or other household members who don’t need access to it. Follow these steps to learn how to unlock your Whirlpool Duet Washer.
How To Unlock Your Whirlpool Duet Washer?
Change Your Cycle Options
Let’s start by changing the default cycle options to get a better clean. First, select the Normal cycle, which is the default. The Heavy cycle is designed for heavily soiled clothes and will take a little longer to finish the load. So if you have a lot of mud or grass stains on your clothes, the heavy cycle will be your best option. The Delicate cycle is best for items like sweaters, silk, and lingerie, as well as for children’s clothing. Next, change your water level. The default water level is a medium load, so if you have a few towels or lightweight items, this is the best option. But if you have a heavier load, like several pairs of jeans or sweatshirts, use the large load option. The large load option uses more water, which will help your clothes get cleaner and softer. If you want to make your washer even more efficient, select the cold water option. Once you select your water level, press the start/pause button to begin your cycle.
Fast Rinse And Deep Rinse Options
Ever wonder what the deep rinse option is on your washer? This is an important feature that can give your clothes a better cleaning. You can enable the deep rinse option by pressing the cycle button, scrolling to select the deep rinse option, and then pressing the select button. This will add a few minutes to your cycle, but it’s worth it for a cleaner load of clothes. The fast rinse option is also important to use for heavily soiled clothes. It’s designed to rinse out any extra soap. To enable this option, select the deep rinse option and press the select button. Remember, the deep rinse option will not work with the extra rinse option, so you’ll need to turn the extra rinse option off before enabling the deep rinse option. You can also use the extra rinse option to rinse items that may have been contaminated with bacteria, like baby clothes, bedding, and workout clothes. If you select the extra rinse option, make sure to select the right water level for your load.
Add More Soap During The Wash Cycle
You can always add more soap during the wash cycle. This is especially helpful if you have a child in diapers. The Whirlpool Duet washer allows you to add more soap at any time during the wash cycle by pressing the pause button and adding more detergent. Give the washer a few seconds to activate the soap before pressing the start/pause button to resume the cycle. Remember, if you add too much detergent, the washer will over-sudse, which could result in an unpleasant smell. To avoid over-sudsing, make sure to select the HE standard water level and use the sensor dispenser. The sensor dispenser will dispense the exact amount of detergent needed for your load.
Use Delay Start
The Whirlpool Duet washer lets you delay the start of your wash by up to 24 hours, which can come in handy if you have a busy schedule. This is a great way to get a head start on your laundry and take advantage of off-peak electricity rates. You can enable the delay start a feature by pressing the cycle button, scrolling to select the delay start option, and then pressing the select button.
Enable Showroom Mode In The Dryer
Ever notice that your clothes are softer after drying them in the Whirlpool Duet dryer? This is thanks to the showroom mode feature that the dryer has. The showroom mode feature uses less heat and reduces the amount of tumbling your clothes experience, which results in softer clothes. To enable the showroom mode feature, press the cycle button and select the showroom mode option. The dryer will make a beeping sound to let you know it has been enabled.
How To Reset A Whirlpool Duet Washer That Is Locked?
Check The Settings
The first thing to do when resetting a Whirlpool Duet washer is to check the settings. It may be that the cycle is paused or that the load has been canceled. If you are washing a large load, then the machine will stop after a period of time if there is not enough water. You will then see a message on the control panel indicating that there is not enough water. If the cycle is paused, then you can resume it or start a new cycle. If the settings are correct and the Whirlpool Duet washer is still stuck, then proceed to reset it.
Unplug And Re-Plug The Whirlpool Duet Washer
If the Whirlpool Duet washer is not responding to the settings, then you may need to reset it. The first step is to unplug the washer from the outlet and then re-plug it. While you are at it, make sure that the power cord is free of any knots or damage. Turn on the machine by pressing the start button. If the machine does not respond, then proceed to the next step. Hold the start button for 10 seconds and then release it. This will reset the machine, and you should now be able to start a new load or resume the previous one.
Hold The Start Button For 10 Seconds
If the Whirlpool Duet washer has been stuck for a long time, then it may be necessary to reset it using the control panel. Press the Start button and hold it for 10 seconds. While you have the Start button held, unplug the washer and leave it unplugged for a few seconds. Plug the washer back in and release the Start button. You should hear a beep from the machine and the control panel should be clear.
Hold Buttons 1 & 9 For 15 Seconds
If the above methods do not work, then you may need to reset the machine using the control panel. First, press button 1 and button 9 simultaneously, and hold them for 15 seconds. While you do this, unplug the washer and leave it unplugged for a few seconds. Plug the machine back in, and you should hear a beep and see a clean screen on the control panel.
Try Another Outlet
If the above steps did not work, then you may need to find a technician to reset the machine. However, before you do that, you should try resetting the washer using another outlet. The machine may be getting too much or too little power from the outlet. This can cause the machine to lock. If resetting the machine using another outlet does not work, then you should find a technician to reset the machine.
Reset Using The Control Panel
If the methods above did not work, then you may need to reset the machine using the control panel. This method may be necessary if the buttons on the machine do not work or you do not have access to the control panel. First, unplug the washer and leave it unplugged for a few seconds. Plug the machine back in, and you should see a reset screen on the control panel.
Why Is My Whirlpool Duet Washer Locked?
- There are a variety of different reasons that the washer may be in a lock-out mode.
- A sensor may be broken or damaged, the door of the washer may be open while it is running, or the washer may have entered the manual lock out mode because of a problem with the washer’s software.
- ]Depending on the type of lock-out mode the washer is in, you will need to correctly reset the washer or manually unlock it.
Conclusion
Washers are generally safe for children and pets to use, but they shouldn’t be left unattended. A Whirlpool Duet washer can be locked to prevent children from unloading a washer mid-cycle or from being injured by the machine. Depending on the model of the washer, you can unlock the washer by pressing a button or by pressing and holding a button for five seconds. If the washer is locked, you’ll need to reset it or manually unlock it to use it again.
