WASHER CARE
Cleaning Your Washer
Washer Maintenance Procedure
This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination with liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of the washing machine.
NOTES:
■Read these instructions completely before beginning the cleaning process.
■It is recommended that you allow the cleanout cycle to complete without interruptions. If necessary, the cleanout cycle may be interrupted by pressing the Power button once or the Pause/Cancel button twice.
IMPORTANT: If the cleanout cycle is interrupted, run a Rinse & Spin cycle to ensure that all remaining bleach is rinsed from the washer.
Begin procedure
1.Open the washer lid and remove all items from the washer.
2.Add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach dispenser.
■Add 1 cup (250 mL) liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach dispenser.
NOTE: Do not add any detergent to this cleaning cycle. Use of more than 1 cup (250 mL) of bleach will cause product damage over time.
3.Close the lid.
4.Press POWER.
5.Turn cycle control knob to CLEAN WASHER cycle.
■The Estimated Time Remaining display will show approximately 60 minutes.
6.Press START.
■The cycle will begin and water will dispense in the washer for a moment and pause, then the lid will lock and the cycle will continue.
■Once the cleaning cycle has begun, allow the cycle to complete. An estimated cycle time will appear on the display.
■If the procedure does not sufficiently improve the machine freshness, evaluate your installation and usage conditions for other causes.
Always do the following to maintain washer freshness
■Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
Cleaning the exterior
Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking new. Use mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive products.
Water Inlet Hoses
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.
Vacation, Storage and Moving Care
Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it.
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:
■Unplug washer or disconnect power.
■Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.
To winterize washer:
1.Shut off both water faucets.
2.Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3.Put 1 qt (1 L) of
4.Run washer on the Rinse & Spin setting for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and remaining water.
5.Unplug washer or disconnect power.
To use washer again:
1.Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
2.Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3.Run the washer through the Bulky cycle to clean the washer and remove the antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use ¹⁄₂ the manufacturer's recommended amount for a
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