OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Consoles shown above for reference only. Your model may differ.

Cycle Selection

Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired. The indicator for that cycle will be illuminated.

To change the cycle once it has begun, press the cancel button before selecting a new cycle. Just turning the cycle selector knob to another selection will not change the cycle.

For best results

Follow the fabric care label instructions on items

to be washed.

normal

Use this load for cotton, linen, towels, shirts, sheets, denims and mixed loads.

casual

Use this cycle for cottons and blends with a permanent press or no-iron finish.

quick wash

Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load.

speed appropriate to the load. Fresh rinse is also a selectable option.

sanitize

Use the sanitize cycle to clean and sanitize heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics including towels, bedding, and children’s clothing.

It is recommended that you set your water heater to 120° F (49° C) or higher to ensure proper performance during this cycle. If the setting is lower or the load

is extra large, the cycle time will be extended by 30 minutes or more.

The sanitize cycle will kill 99.9% of bacteria with no carryover of bacteria between loads. No bleach or harsh chemicals are needed, but higher temperatures are required. Please check fabric care labels to prevent damage.

NOTE

Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of NSF P172 protocol for sanitization efficacy.

delicates

Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which require gentle washing.

hand wash

Use this cycle to provide intermittent, gentle tumbling for items labeled “Hand Wash”.

bedding

This cycle is designed for bulky items such as comforters, blankets, mattress pads, sleeping bags and similar items.

heavy duty

Use this cycle for heavily soiled, durable garments - ex. towels, sports gear, or fabric tote bags. For best soil and stain removal, use the hottest water safe for the fabrics being washed.

whites

Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly colored clothing. Refer to fabric care label for use of liquid chlorine bleach.

spin only

Use the spin only cycle anytime you want to drain water from the washer and spin out the load or as

a follow-up to a no spin selection. Select the spin

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NSF Protocol P172

Sanitization Performance of Residential

and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes

Washers

The wash water is heated by an internal boost heater to a maximum of 152° F (67° C) as the load tumbles. Cold water is added to cool down the load prior to drain and spin.

As a precaution, the washer door is locked once the water temperature reaches 130° F (55° C). If the cycle is cancelled during the wash phase and the water temperature is greater than 150° F (66° C), an automatic cool down and drain will occur before the door can be opened.

NOTE

If the voltage at your outlet is under 110 v, the internal heater may not adequately heat the wash water. If the cycle is interrupted while the water is heating, the final temperature of the wash water may be lower and sanitation may be reduced.

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