This model has AUTOMATIC LOAD SENSING. This selection provides the correct amount of water suited t o the size and
type of load placed in the unit.
- The washer will not fill with water during automatic load sensing if the lid is open. When the lid is closed the machine
is able to begin filling with water in order to sense the load size.
Note: This is a high efficiency washing mahine with Infusor
wash action. This system requires less water while providing
effective cleaning action. You may notice that the water level is lower than on your previous washer. This is normal for an
Infusor
-equipped washer.
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Estimated Time Remaining and Scrolling Message Display
n Displays the approximatetime remaining until the end of the cycle.
n If the estimated time remaining is more than 60 minutes, “1H” will flash in the display followed by the additional
remaining minutes. When the time remaining is less than 60 minutes, the timer will count down.
n Cycle time is affected by how long it takes the washer to fill. This depends on the water pressure in your home.
The “smart” timer “learns” the amount of time it takes to fill your washer and adjusts the total time accordingly.
n ·Scrolling Messages and meanings
o Lid: Open lid detected. Close lid for cycle to proceed.
o Fill: Washer is filling basket.
o Pause: Unit has been paused, push Start button to resume.
o Balancing: Washer has detected an out of balance condition. Spin speed and time are being adjusted to
compensate. In extreme conditions it may be necessary to redistribute the load by hand.
o End: Cycle is complete.
Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob
The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the Cycle
Selector knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection. Press STARTto begin
the new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
COTTONS (REGULAR WASH/FAST SPIN) For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. This
cycle provides the best overall cleaning and should be used for most everyday items. Provides a high speed spin.
PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with a regular wash cycle.
CASUALS
(GENTLE WASH/SLOW SPIN)
For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits. Provides a low speed spin.
EASY CARE (GENTLE WASH/FAST SPIN) For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits. Provides a high speed spin.
DELICATES
(EXTRA GENTLE WASH/SLOW SPIN)
For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provides a
low speed spin.
HAND WASH
(HAND WASH/EXTRA SLOW SPIN)
For items labeled handwashable with light soils. Provides an extra low
speed spin.
SPEED
(REGULAR WASH/FAST SPIN)
For small loads of lightly-soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Provides a high
speed spin.
DRAIN & SPIN
(FAST SPIN)
For draining the tub and spinning water out of clothes. Provides a high speed spin.
TOWELS & SHEETS
(REGULAR WASH/FAST SPIN)
This cycle provides periods of agitation and soak tailored for washing
towels and sheets. Provides a high speed spin.
JEANS
(GENTLE WASH/FAST SPIN)
For washing medium to lightly soiled jeans. For heavily soiled work jeans, use
COTTONS HEAVY cycle. Provides a high speed spin.
QUICK RINSE
(FAST SPIN)
Rinses and spins non-soiled items where a rinse only is desired. Provides a high speed spin.
START
Press STARTto begin the cycle. NOTE: The lid must be closed for the washer to fill and the cycle to start. Pressing START
again will PAUSEthe cycle and the cycle indicator light will blink.
To continue the cycle, press STARTagain. If machine is paused more than 24 hours, the cycle will be cancelled. To stop
the cycle, hold the button for 3 seconds. If water remains in the machine, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to drain tub
and spin water out of the washer tub.
Raising the lid will stop the filling, agitation and spin action but does not pause the cycle.
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