EdgeStar CW1200 installation instructions Vacation & Winter Storage

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Vacation & Winter Storage

Install and store your washer/dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses and other parts and components, freezing can damage your washer dryer. If storing or moving your washer dryer during freezing weather, winterize it.

Nonuse or Vacation care

If you are going away on vacation or not using your washer/dryer for an extended period of time, you should....

Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power

Turn off water supply. This helps avoid accidental flooding due to a water pressure surge while you are away.

To Winterize Washer Dryer

Shut off water tap.

Disconnect and drain water inlet hose.

Fill all four detergent drawer compartments with RV-type antifreeze. Run washer dryer on Program 4 for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze in water. Unplug washer dryer or disconnect power.

To Use Washer Dryer Again

Flush out Water pipe and hose.

Reconnect Water inlet hose.

Turn on water tap.

Plug in washer dryer or reconnect power

Run washer dryer through a complete automatic cycle. Choose program four position on the dial.

Load the detergent drawer compartment two with 4.41 ounces of low sudsing detergent to clean out anti freeze.

Note: Please make sure it is safe to discharge antifreeze into your drain pipe before doing so.

To Transport the Washer Dryer

Shut the water tap.

Disconnect and drain water inlet hose.

Disconnect drain hose from the drain system.

If your washer/dryer is moved during freezing weather, winterize it before moving.

Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power.

Wash lint filter.

Make sure leveling legs are secure.

Place inlet hose into the drum.

Drape power cord and drain hose over edge and secure it firmly with tape.

Insert shipping bolts and spacers.

Use masking tape to secure washer dryer door.

Reinstalling your Washer Dryer

Follow installation instructions as given. Run the washer dryer through an automatic cycle. Select program four. Use one scoop or cap full of detergent to remove the antifreeze if used. Load detergent in compartment two.

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Contents Use and Care Guide ContentsHelp us Help You To minimize the possibility of injury Read all instructions before using this applianceCabinet Dimensions Installation sheetTools needed for Installation Parts supplied for installationStep Prepare Washer Dryer Shipping bolts have been removed StepLeveling Plug and Wall Receptacle Plumbing Shipping BoltsNever use an extension cord Water and Electrical RequirementsMaking It Easy For You How To Operate Your Washer Dryer Wash Cycle Selection Drying Options Fabric Softener Recommendation How to choose and use the right detergentDetergent Guide Bleach RecommendationDetergent Drawer Care and CleaningCleaning the Interior Water Inlet HoseVacation & Winter Storage Safety Features We Care For You Care Label Guide Fabric CareIron Problem Questions? Use This Troubleshooting GuideTroubleshooting Guide To receive more information call toll-free Page Warranty Description of Warranty Service