3. (OPTIONAL) Add Liquid Fabric Softener.6. Set the TEMPERATURE selector to the correct setting for the
type of fabric and soils being washed. Use the warmest wash
NOTE: Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes.
water safe for fabric. Follow garment label instructions.
Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics. Always dilute fabric
softener with warm water. Too much fabric softener can make NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 70oF (21oC),
some items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If this detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult to
happens, do not use it every load, or use less of it in each remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have
load.increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the
Style 1: With Liquid Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some surface of garments).
models)7. (OPTIONAL) EXTRA RINSE selector (on some models). For an
additional rinse and spin at the end of a wash cycle, set the
Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser. Pour EXTRA RINSE selector to ON. On some models, the EXTRA
measured liquid fabric softener into the dispenser.
RINSE feature is part of the cycle.
Softener is added automatically during the rinse portion of
the cycle. Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the 8. (OPTIONAL) Some models have an END OF CYCLE SIGNAL
dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the selector. Set this selector to ON if you want your washer to
crossbar in the dispenser opening.alert you when the wash cycle is complete.
9. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the
wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a
small load size setting. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start
the washer.
Style 2: Without Liquid Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some
models)
In the final rinse ONLY, add fabric softener that has been To stop or restart your washer:
diluted with 1D? to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water.
To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle
4. Close the washer lid. Washer will not agitate or spin with the Control knob.
lid open.
To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out the
5. Turn the LOAD SIZE or WATER LEVEL selector to the correct Cycle Control knob.
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.
WASHER CARE
Cleaning Your WasherMoving & Storage
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage
detergent or bleach from the outside of your washer.your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing
weather, winterize it.
Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine
bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Pour this mixture into
your washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot water. Winterizing your washer
Repeat this process if necessary.
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet
Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as
washer safe.hoses. Pour 1 qt (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.
Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some 2. Run washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds
models):to mix the antifreeze and water.
1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and 3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.To use washer again
2. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
NOTE: If your model has a liquid fabric softener dispenser, do not Turn on both water faucets.
wash clothes with this dispenser removed. Do not add detergent 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener only.
3. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL)
of detergent to clean out antifreeze.
Water Inlet Hoses
Storage, non-use or vacation care
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose
failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on
kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found. vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time,
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on you should:
the label with a permanent marker.1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid
accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you
are away.
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