Kenmore 134190400 (0209) Care and Cleaning, Outside, Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Area, Inside

Care and Cleaning

Figure 1

(Lock tab is visible only after drawer has been pulled out)

Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

Outside

When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses.

As needed, clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers. If door or console becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach [1/2 cup (120 m I) in 1 quart (.95 L) water].

Rinse several times with clear water.

Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.

Before moving the washer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent floor damage.

Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Area

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. (Figure2)

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 fabdc 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 proper compartments. Replace the dispenser drawer and run the Prewash cycle without any wash load in the drum.

Inside

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, unplug the electrical power cord to 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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