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CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING:
To reduce t
he risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and follow this
entire Use & Care Guide, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this washer.
• Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire electric shock, or death.
• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish.
REGULAR CLEANING
Cleaning the exterior
Proper care of your washer can extend its life. The
outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm
water and a mild, nonabrasive household detergent.
Immediately wipe off any spills with a soft, damp cloth.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use solvent, cleaning alcohols,
or similar products. Never use steel wool or abrasive
cleaners because they can damage the surface.
Care and Cleaning of the Interior
Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the washer
lid opening and lid glass.
Always remove items from the washer as soon as the
cycle is complete. Leaving damp items in the washer
can cause wrinkling, color transfer, and odor.
Storing the Washer
If the washer will not be used for an extended period
of time and is in an area that could be exposed to
freezing temperatures, perform the following steps to
protect the washer from damage.
1
Turn OFF the water supply.
2
Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water
from hoses.
3
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
4
Add 1 gallon of nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV
antifreeze to the empty tub and close the lid.
NEVER use automotive antifreeze.
5
Press the
POWER
button, then press the
SPIN SPEED
button. Press the
START/PAUSE
button to activate
the drain pump. Allow the drain pump to run for
one minute, then press the a
POWER
button to
shut off the washer. This will expel some of the
antifreeze, leaving enough to protect the washer
from damage.
6
Unplug the power cord, dry the tub interior with a
soft cloth, and close the lid.
7
Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Drain any
water in the compartments and let them dry.
8
Store the washer in an upright position.
9
To remove the antifreeze from the washer after
storage, run a complete EXPRESS WASH cycle using
detergent. Do not add laundry to this cycle.
Removing Mineral Buildup
If you live in an area with hard water, mineral scale
can from on internal components of the washer. Use
of a water softener is recommended in areas with
hard water.
Use a descaler, to remove visible mineral buildup.
After descaling, always run an Express Wash cycle
with detergent before washing clothing.
Mineral scale and other spots may be removed from
the stainless steel tub using a stainless steel cleaner.
Do NOT use steel wool or abrasive cleaners.
Leave the Lid Open
If the washer will not be used for several days, leave
the lid open overnight to allow the tub to dry.
Cleaning the Tub
Over time, residue may build up in the tub, leading
to mildew or a musty odor. Run the Clean Washer cycle
monthly to remove residue and prevent odor. Run
the cycle more often under heavy use conditions or if
odor is already present.
1
Remove any clothing from the tub.
2
Add cleaning agents.
Cleaner
Instructions
Tub cleaner
Follow manufacturer's
recommendations.
Lime scale remover
Liquid chlorine
bleach
Add to main wash liquid
detergent dispenser.
Powdered cleaner Follow manufacturer's
recommendations.
Cleaning tablets
Place directly into washer tub.
• For other tub cleaning products, follow the cleaner
manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.
• Do not exceed the maximum fill line when
adding bleach or powdered cleaners. Powdered
cleaners may remain in the tub after cleaning.
3
Close the lid (door) and press the
Power
button
to tum the washer on.
4
Turn the
Cycle
Selector dial to the
Clean Washer
setting. Press
Start/Pause
button to begin the cycle.
5
After the cycle ends, open the lid (door) and allow
the tub interior to dry completely.
NOTE
• Never load laundry while using
Clean Washer
. The
laundry may be damaged or contaminated with
cleaning products. Make sure to run the
Clean Washer
cycle only when the tub is empty.
• Leave the lid (door) open after finishing the laundry,
to keep the tub clean.
•
Clean Washer
should be repeated monthly.
• If mildew or musty smell already exists, run
Clean
Washer
once a week for three consecutive weeks.
• Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended
amount when adding bleach or powdered cleaners.
Powdered cleaner may remain in the tub after
cleaning.
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