CARING FOR YOUR WASHER
Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer
properly and safely.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Cleaning the exteriorCleaning the interior
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up anyClean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL)
spills such as detergent or bleach.of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent.
Occasionally wipe the outside ofPour this into your washer and run it through a com-
your washer to keep it looking new.plete cycle using hot water. Repeat this process if
necessary.
NOTE: Remove any hard water deposits using
only cleaners labeled as washer safe.
Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser
Flush dispenser periodically with warm water, as
shown. Remove the dispenser by grasping the top
of the dispenser with both hands and squeezing
and pushing upwards with thumbs. Clean the
dispenser by rinsing it under a water faucet.
Replace it after cleaning.
NOTE: Do not wash clothes with this dispenser
removed. Do not add detergent or bleach to this
dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener use only.
WINTER STORAGE, MOVING, VACATION CARE
Install and store your washer where it will not freeze.To use washer again:
Because some water may stay in the hoses, freez-1.Flush water pipes and hoses.
ing can damage your washer. If storing or moving2.Reconnect water inlet hoses.
your washer during freezing weather, winterize it.
3.Turn on both water faucets.
To winterize washer:4.Plug in washer or reconnect power.
1.Shut off both water faucets.
5.Run the washer through a complete cycle with
2.Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.
3.Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the
basket.Non-use or vacation care:
Operate your washer only when you are at home. If
4.Run washer on a drain and spin setting (seeyou will be on vacation or not using your washer for
ODrain and spin feature� earlier in this section)an extended period of time, you should:
for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze
YUnplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical
and water.power to the washer.
5.Unplug washer or disconnect power.
YTurn off the water supply to the washer. This helps
avoid accidental flooding (due to a water pressure
surge) while you are away.
INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduceWhen replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of
the risk of hose failure. Inspect and replace inletreplacement on the label with a permanent marker.
hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
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