Style 1: With liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some Style 2: Without liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some
models)models)
 Use only liquid chlorine bleach in this dispenser. Pour  In the final rinse ONLY, add fabric softener that has been
measured liquid chlorine bleach into the liquid chlorine diluted with 250 ml (1 cup) warm water.
bleach dispenser. Bleach is immediately fed into washer
and is diluted automatically during the wash part of the 4. Close the washer lid. Washer will not agitate or spin with the
lid open.
cycle.
5. Turn the LOAD SIZE or WATER LEVEL selector to the correct
setting for your wash load and the type of fabric being
washed. You may change the load size or water level selection
after the washer has started filling by turning the selector to a
different setting.
6. Set the TEMPERATURE selector to the correct setting for the
type of fabric and soils being washed. Use the warmest wash
water safe for fabric. Follow garment label instructions.
Style 2: Without liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some
models)NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 15.6oC (60oF),
detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult to
 Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.
remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have
 Add bleach 5 minutes into the wash cycle for best increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the
cleaning and so that bleach can be removed in the rinse surface of garments).
cycle. Pour bleach around the agitator, not directly onto
7. (OPTIONAL) EXTRA RINSE selector (on some models). For an
the load to avoid damaging clothing or other items in the additional rinse and spin at the end of a wash cycle, set the
load.
EXTRA RINSE selector to ON. On some models, the EXTRA
3. (OPTIONAL) Add liquid fabric softener.RINSE feature is part of the cycle.
NOTE: Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes. 8. (OPTIONAL) Some models have an END OF CYCLE SIGNAL
Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics. Always dilute fabric selector. Set this selector to ON if you want your washer to
softener with warm water. Too much fabric softener can make alert you when the wash cycle is complete.
some items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If this
9. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the
happens, do not use it every load, or use less of it in each wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a
load.small load size setting. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start
Style 1: With liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some the washer.
models)
 Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser. Pour
measured liquid fabric softener into the dispenser.
Softener is added automatically during the rinse portion of
the cycle. Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the
dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the To stop or restart your washer:
crossbar in the dispenser opening.
 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.
WASHER CARE
Cleaning Your WasherWater Inlet Hoses
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose
detergent or bleach from the outside of your washer.failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges,
kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found.
Clean your washer interior by mixing 250 ml (1 cup) of chlorine
bleach and 500 ml (2 cups) of detergent. Pour this mixture into When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on
your washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot water. the label with a permanent marker.
Repeat this process if necessary.
Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as
Moving & Storage
washer safe.
Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage
your washer.
models):
1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and
Storage, non-use or vacation care
squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.
2. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on
NOTE: Some models are equipped with a liquid fabric softener vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time,
dispenser. To avoid damage to the washer or clothing do not wash you should:
clothes with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed or add 1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
detergent or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener
only.2. Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid
flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.
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