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Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care
Install and store your washer/dryer where it will not freeze. Because
some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer/
dryer. If storing or moving your washer/dryer during freezing
weather, winterize it.
Non-use or vacation care
Operate your washer/dryer only when you are at home. If you will
be on vacation or not using your washer/dryer for an extended
period of time, you should:
■
Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power.
■
Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid flooding
(due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.
To winterize washer/dryer
1.
Shut off both water faucets.
2.
Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3.
Put 1 qt (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.
4.
Run washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds to
mix the antifreeze and water.
5.
Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power.
To use washer/dryer again
1.
Flush water pipes and hoses.
2.
Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3.
Turn on both water faucets.
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Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
■
Plug in washer/dryer or reconnect power.
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Plug in washer/dryer or reconnect power.
4.
Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL)
of detergent to clean out antifreeze.
To transport the washer/dryer
1.
Shut off both water faucets.
2.
Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3.
If washer/dryer will be moved during freezing weather, put in a
qt (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket. Run washer on a
spin setting for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.
4.
Disconnect the drain from the drain system.
5.
Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power. Disconnect wiring if
washer/dryer is direct wired.
6.
Disconnect the exhaust vent.
7.
Wash lint screen.
8.
Make sure leveling legs are secure.
9.
Place the inlet hoses into the basket.
10.
Drape the power cord and drain hose over edge and into the
basket.
11.
Use masking tape to secure the washer lid and dryer door.
Reinstalling your washer/dryer
1.
Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and
connect the washer/dryer.
2.
Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 scoop or capful
of detergent to clean the washer and remove the antifreeze, if
used.
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