WASHER CARE
Use a serf, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as detergent or bleach from the outside of your washer.
Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Pour this mixture into your washer and run it through a complete cycle using Hot water. Repeat this process if necessary.
Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe.
Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some models):
Style 1: With blue lock ring
1. Pullthebluelockringup, thenremovethedispenserfromthe agitator by pulling up. Flush the dispenser with warm water.
2.To reinstall, be sure the blue lock ring is pulled up. Starting at an angle, push the bottom of the dispenser down on the agitator top. When the dispenser is seated on the agitator, push the blue lock ring down until it snaps into place. It must fit tightly.
Style 2: Without blue lock ring
1.Hold the top agitator section with one hand. Using the other hand, rotate the dispenser clockwise until it stops (approximately 1 in. [2.54 cm]). To remove, lift the dispenser straight up. Using a rocking motion, separate the top and base of the dispenser. Wash three parts (the base, the cone- shaped cup, and the top) with a mild detergent and warm water.
2.Making sure the pointed end of the
came off while removing the dispenser from the agitator, install the seal as shown below.
1.Top
2.
3.Base
4.Seal
3.Reinstall the dispenser by aligning the two locking tabs on the base of the dispenser with the two small slots on the top of the agitator. Push the dispenser down until you hear it snap into place. If you cannot get the locking tabs to snap into place, check the seal. It must be positioned as shown in Step 2.
1. Locking tab on dispenser base
2. Small slots on agitator
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2
IMPORTANT: Some models are equipped with a liquid fabric softener dispenser. To avoid damage to the washer or clothing do not wash clothes with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed or add detergent or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener only.
Replace inlet hoses after 5 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.
Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it.
Winterizing your washer
1.Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. Pour 1 qt (1 L) of
2.Run washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.
3.Unplug washer or disconnect power.
To use washer again
1.Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets.
2.Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3.Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.
Storage, 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:
1.Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2.Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.
