WASHER CARE
CleaningYour Washer
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 any cycle using hot water. Repeat this process if necessary.
NOTE: Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe.
Cleaning the dispensers
The dispensers are
IMPORTANT:
■Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe.
■Never use any cleaning fluids on dispenser parts. This can cause damage to the plastic.
WaterInletHoses
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.
Vacation,Storage,andMoving Care
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 Spin cycle.
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 ½ 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.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 ½ the normal recommended amount of detergent to clean out the antifreeze, if used.
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