maintaining your washer
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day’s washing.
This will shut off the water supply to your Washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water. Leave the door open to allow the inside of your Washer to dry out.
Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, bleach or other spills as they occur. Clean the following as recommended:
Control Panel – Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel.
Cabinet – Clean with soap and water.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
Clean the interior of your Washer periodically to remove any dirt, soil, odor, mold, mildew, or bacterial residue that may remain in your Washer as a result of washing clothes.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in unsatisfactory conditions, including unpleasant odor and/or permanent stains on your Washer or laundry.
Hard water deposits may be removed, if needed. Use a cleaner labeled “Washer safe”.
CLEANING THE DISPENSERS
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1. | Pull out the detergent liquid from detergent compartment. |
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2. | Remove the siphon cap from the fabric softener and bleach |
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3. | Wash all of the parts under running water. | Siphon cap | |
4. | Clean the dispenser recess with a soft brush. | ||
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5. | Reinsert the siphon cap and push it firmly into place. |
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6. | Push the dispenser back into place. |
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7. | Run a Rinse+Spin cycle without any load in your washer. |
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CLEANING THE DOOR SEAL/BELLOW
1.Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer.
2.Inspect the gray colored seal/bellow between the door opening and the basket for stained areas. Pull back the seal/bellow to inspect all areas under the seal/bellow and to check for foreign objects.
seal/bellow 
3.If stained areas are found, wipe down these areas of the seal/bellow, using the procedure that follows.
a)Mix a dilute solution, using ¾ cup (177 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach, and 1 gal. (3.8 L) of warm tap water.
b)Wipe the seal/bellow area with the dilute solution, using a damp cloth.
c)Let stand 5 minutes.
d)Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let the washer interior air dry with door open.
IMPORTANT:
•Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for prolonged periods.
•Refer to the bleach manufacturer’s instructions for proper use.
STORING YOUR WASHER
Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from hoses and internal components before storage. Prepare your Washer for storage as follows:
•Select the Quick Wash cycle and add bleach to the automatic dispenser. Run your Washer through the cycle without a load.
•Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the inlet hoses.
•Unplug your Washer from the electrical outlet and leave your Washer door open to let air circulate inside the tumbler.
•If your Washer has been stored in
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