Caring for your washer

l wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.

lRemove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe.

l If the washer interior needs cleaning (for example, after tinting or dyeing), put 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups

(500 mL) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water. If staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process.

lSharp or metal objects can damage your washer. Check pockets for pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets.

NOTE: Operate your washer only when you are at home.

Care during periods of

Winter storage or moving care

Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer is stored or moved during freezing weather, winterize it.

1.Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect the drain water inlet hoses.

2.Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.

3.Run washer on a drain and spin setting (see page 9) for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.

4.Unplug power supply cord.

non-use

To use the washu agaln:

1.Flush water pipes and hoses.

2.Reconnect water inlet hoses.

3.Turn on both water faucets.

4.Reconnect power supply cord.

5.Run the washer through a complete cyde with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

Non-use/vacation care

1.Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power.

2.Turn off water supply leading to your washer. This will help avoid accidental flooding while you are away (for example, due to a water pressure surge).

Saving energy

lUse warm or cold wash water for most loads. Use hot water only when washing heavy, greasy soils or whites.

lUse cold rinses. l Wash full loads.

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Use lower water levels when washing small loads.

Use your washer during off-peak hours. (Ask your power company for details.)

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