increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments).

7.(OPTIONAL STEP) Some models have an EXTRA RINSE selector. For an additional rinse and spin at the end of the Normal wash cycle, set the selector to ON.

8.(OPTIONAL STEP) Some models have an OPTIONS selector. This allows you to select an End of Cycle Signal at the end of any cycle and/or add an Extra Rinse to your Normal wash cycle only.

The End of Cycle Signal is helpful when you are washing items that should be removed from the washer as soon as the cycle ends.

An Extra Rinse removes additional detergent residue from heavily soiled or special care items.

Set the OPTIONS selector

Set the selector at OFF/OFF if you do not desire an End of Cycle Signal or an Extra Rinse.

Set the selector at OFF/ON for an Extra Rinse only.

Set the selector at ON/OFF for an End of Cycle Signal only.

Set the selector at ON/ON for an End of Cycle Signal and an Extra Rinse.

9.Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want. Reduce wash time when using a small load size setting. See “Selecting a Cycle and Time.”

Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer.

To stop or restart your washer

To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control knob.

To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out the Cycle Control knob.

Selecting a Cycle and Time

This section describes the available wash cycles and will help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.

The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal. Refer to “Normal Washer Sounds” to learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash cycle.

Refer to “Understanding Washer Cycles” to learn what happens during a wash cycle.

NOTE: This manual covers several different models. The Cycle Control knob for each model is shown below. Once you find your model number, use the cycle descriptions for that particular washer.

Model KAWS700J

Normal cycle

The Normal cycle features extended agitation time for cleaning cottons and linens, and longer spin times to shorten drying time. Select 6, 10, or 12 minutes of wash time, depending on whether your load is lightly, moderately or heavily soiled.

Extra Wash - Select the 16-minute Extra Wash feature to wash heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal. Use two times the amount of recommended detergent for this cycle.

Permanent Press cycle

The Permanent Press cycle starts with high agitation and then steps to low for cleaning permanent press blends and synthetic fabrics. To maximize water removal but minimize wrinkling, this cycle features a cool-down rinse and a final spin that steps through extra low, low and high spin. Select 6 or 10 minutes of wash time for lightly to moderately soiled loads.

Delicates cycle

The 6-minute Delicates cycle can be used to gently clean delicate items and washable knits. This cycle offers low agitation and spin speeds.

To use this cycle

1.Turn the Cycle Control knob to DELICATES/ HANDWASHABLES.

2.Set the HANDWASH selector to OFF.

Handwashables cycle

The 6-minute Handwashables cycle features brief periods of low speed agitation and soak time. Low spin speed reduces wrinkling. Use this cycle for cleaning lightly soiled hand washables.

To use this cycle

1.Turn the Cycle Control knob to DELICATES/ HANDWASHABLES.

2.Set the HANDWASH selector to ON.

Soak cycle

The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pre-treatment.

Use warm water when soaking laundry. Hot water can set some stains.

Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive recommended by the manufacturer.

The Soak cycle automatically advances into the Pre-Wash cycle.

Pre-Wash cycle

The Pre-Wash cycle features 4 minutes of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pre-treatment. When the Pre-Wash period ends, add detergent and start a new wash cycle.

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