BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)
Door will not unlock when cycle is stop_d or paused
Check if,. Then.,,
Interiortemperature of washer is too high, The washer door has asafety feature to prevent burns
For example, if the washerispaused during the hot washportionof
a sanitary cycle, the interior temperature of the drum will be very hot,
so the door will notunlock. This is normal. Allow the washer to coo]
untilthe DOOR LOCKindicator turns off on the display.
Water level in washer istoo high, Allow the washer to complete the programmed cycle, or press the
CANCELJDRA]Nbutton to drain the water,
Wash cycle time is longer than usual
Check if,,. Then,,,
I The washer automati_]ly adjuststhe wash time forthe
amount of laundry,water pressure,water heating time, and
other operating conditions.
This is normal. The washeradjustscycle time automaticallyto
provide optimal resuBtsfor the selected cycle. Thetime remaining
shown in the display is only an estimate. Actual time may vary.
Musty or mildewy odor in washer
Check if,,. Then,,,
Incorrector too much detergent has been used, Use only HE (High-Efficiency)detergent in a_rdance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Insideoftub notcleaned pro_r]y. Runthe CLEAN WASHER cycle regularly. Be sure to wipe around
and under the door seal frequently. See Care and Cleaning ofthe
Interiorin Care and Cleaning on page 21.
Clean around door seal/glass to prevent odor or mildew:
1, Wipe drythe door seal/glass and the door opening area
2, Wipe around the inner drum/door seal and the lower door sea]
3. For di_cult-to-remove odors, use Affresh available at your local
Sears store or online at www.partsdirect.com.
Check if,,. Then,..
Washer not unloaded promptly, Always remove itemsfrom the washer as soon as the cycle is
_mplete.
Washer overloaded. The washer can be fully loadedbutthe drum should not be tightly
packed, and the door should close easily.
Hot and cold water inlet hoses are reversed, Hot water rinse can set wrinkies in garments, Che_ the inlet hose
_nnections,.
27