Whirlpool CABRIO W10280475C, Use And Care Manual

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Operate your washer only when you are home.
If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time,
follow these steps:
1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.
2.
Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due
to water pressure surge.
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage, install and store washer
where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in
hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving
during freezing weather, winterize your washer.
To winterize washer:
1.
Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses.
2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run
washer on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds
to mix antifreeze and remaining water.
3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,
or moving:
1. Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and
connect washer.
2. Before using again, run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use washer again:
1.
Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet
hoses. Turn on both water faucets.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to clean
washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE
High Efficiency detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s
recommended amount for a medium-size load.
TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1.
Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses.
2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow
WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.
3.
Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any
remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain
hose from back of washer.
4. Unplug power cord.
5.
Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.
7.
Place packing tray from original shipping materials
back inside washer. If you do not have packing tray,
place heavy blankets or towels into basket opening.
Close lid and place tape over lid and down front of
washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in
new location.
CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER TRAY
IMPORTANT:
Dispenser trays are not dishwasher safe.
You may find laundry product residue leftover in your
dispenser trays. To remove residue, follow this
recommended cleaning procedure:
1. Pull tray out until you feel resistance.
2. Lift up slightly, and then continue pulling out.
3. Wash in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent.
4. Rinse with warm water.
5 . Air dry, or dry wtih a towel, then place back into slot.