CareandCleaning
Figure 1 |
(Lock tab is visible only after drawer has been pulled out)
Figure 2
Figure 3 |
Figure 4 |
OutsideWhen washingabrasivecompletcleansersd, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth. Turn water f ucets off to prevent pressure
Asgrittyorne ded, clean the binet.with mild soap and water. Neveruseharsh,
If door or console becomes stained, clean with
R move glue res due from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild Beforemovingthewasher,d te ent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.
diluted chlor Dispenserbleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 L) water]. Rinse several times wi clear water.
place a st ip of cardboard or thin fiberboard
Cleaningu der thethefront leveli g legsDrawerto preventAreafloor damage.
Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.
Remove the drawer by first sliding the safety latch to the right, then pulling the drawer out until it stops. (Figure 1)
Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab (left rear portion of the drawer). Pull out the drawer. (Figure 2)
Remove the inserts from the bleach and fabric softener compartments. (Figure 3)
Rinse the drawer and inserts with hot tap water to remove traces of accumulated powders and liquids. Large amounts of fabric softener residue may indicate improper dilution or more frequent cleaning is required.
To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess. Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess. (Figure 4)
Return the bleach and fabric softener inserts to their p oper c mpartments. Replace the dispenser drawer and run the Prewash ycle without any wash
Insideload in the drum.
Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. Excess wrinkling, color transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer.
Before cleaning the washer interior, unplugtheelectricalpowercordto avoid electrical shock hazards.
Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket, and door glass. These areas should always be clean to ensure a water tight seal.
When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty residue may remain on the drum. Remove this by wiping the drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser. Rinse thoroughly with water.
The plastic drum vanes may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts with a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.
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