WASHER CARE
Cleaning the exterior
Use a soft. damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as detergent or bleach. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking new.
Cleaning the interior
To clean your washer interior, add 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 1 scoop or capful of detergent into your dispenser, and run the washer through the Normal cycle using hot water. Repeat this process if necessary.
NOTE: Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe.
Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.
Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your
washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it.
Non-use or vacation care:
Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time, you should:
•Unplug washer or disconnect power.
•Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.
To winterize washer.
1.Shut off both water faucets.
2.Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3.Put 1 qt (1 L) of
4.Run washer on a cycle with extra spin time.
5.Unplug washer or disconnect power.
To use washer again:
1.Flush water pipes and hoses.
2.Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3.Turn on both water faucets.
4.Plug in washer or reconnect power.
5.Run the washer through any cycle with _/; the normal
recommended amount of detergent to clean out the antifreeze.
To transport the washer.
1.Shut off both water faucets.
2.Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3.If washer will be moved during freezing weather, put in 1 qt (1
L)of
4.Disconnect the drain from the drain system.
5.Unplug the power cord.
6.Place the inlet hoses into the basket.
7.Drape the power cord and drain hose over edge into the basket.
8.Place the expanded foam plug retained from the washer's shipping material into basket opening. Close the lid and put a piece of tape over the lid and down to the front of the washer.
Reinstalling the washer
1.Follow the "Installation Instructions" to locate, level and connect the washer.
2.Run the washer through any cycle with _/; the normal recommended amount of detergent to clean out the antifreeze, if used.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solulons suggested here and possibly avoid
the cost of a service call...
Washer won't fill, rinse or wash |
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• Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer | _ |
appear to not fill completely? |
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The top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water |
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level. This creates a perception that the washer is not filling |
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completely. This is normal. |
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•Checkthe following:
Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet?
Is there power at the plug? Check electrical source or call electrician.
Are the hot and cold water faucets turned on? Is the water inlet hose kinked?
Are the water inlet valve screens clogged?
Washer stops
•Checkthe following:
Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet? Are the hot and cold water faucets turned on?
Is the water inlet hose kinked?
Are the water inlet valve screens clogged?
•Is there power at the plug?
Check electrical source or call electrician.
Has a fuse blown or has the circuit breaker tripped? If problem continues, call electrician.
Are you using an extension cord? Do not use an extension cord.
•Isthe lid closed?
The washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open.
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