Washing Procedures(continued)
Do not load items above
top row of holes in wash tub.
(some models)
(some models)
Removable Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
Safety Lid Lock
6.Add laundry load to washer.
Dry load level should not be higher than top row of holes in wash tub. Do not overload washer.
oDo not put items on top of agitator or wrap them around it. Load items evenly.
Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than half the total wash load.
When washing a single heavy item, add 1 or 2 towels to balance the load.
Zif desired, add liquid fabric softener to Fabric Softener Dispenser (some models).
For models with a
1.Add liquid softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener labeldirections.
2.Add water to bring liquid level to fill line on dispenser cap.
3.Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinseboth cap and cup with warm water. Replace dispenser in the agitator.
NOTE:To separatecap from cup, put thumbinto dispenser and push against side of cup (seepicture to the left). After cleaning, push cap and cup firmly together. Replacedispenser by lining up the ribs and grooves and snapping it into position. Fabric softener will be flushed from area under the
For models with a removable dispenser (see picture below to the left):
I.Attach fabric softener dispenser to top of agitator by pressing down gently.
2.Add softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener label directions.
3.Add water to bring liquid level to top of the peg in the center of the cup.
4.Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinseboth lid and bowl thoroughly with warm water. Reassemble and place dispenser on agitator or store it nearby.
Formodels withouta fabricsoftenerdispenser, follow fabric softener label directions. Add diluted fabric softener to the final rinse. Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash load.
8.Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to type, size, and soil level of each load, and detergent used.
See Operating instructions card for your specific model controls.
9.Start the washer.
Close the washer lid and pull out the cycle selector knob. The washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open.
•To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector knob.
Do not stop and restart washer during a spin when using the fabric softener dispenser.
To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector knob. Turn it clockwise to the desired setting. Pull out the knob to restart the washer.
10.Remove items when the cycle is completed.
For your safety, the lid locks when the tub is spinning. It will remain locked for about 1 minute after the tub stops spinning.
To open the lid during a spin, push in the cycle selector knob and wait about I minute for the lid lock to release. Do not force open the locked lid.
Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric care label. Excesswrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in the washer after the cycle has ended.
_Toavoid serious personal injury, do not operate washer if safety lid
lock is missing or damaged. 5
