Whirlpool Duet sport, Use & Care Manual

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WASHER CARE
Cleaning Your Washer
Cleaning the Door Seal/Bellow
1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from
the washer.
2. Inspect the colored seal/bellow between the door opening
and the basket for stained areas. Pull back the seal/bellow to
inspect all areas under the seal/bellow and to check for
foreign objects.
A
A. Seal/Bellow
3. If stained areas are found, wipe down these areas of the seal/
bellow, using the procedure that follows.
a) Mix a dilute solution, using ¾ cup (177 mL) of liquid
chlorine bleach, and 1 gal. (3.8 L) of warm tap water.
b ) Wipe the seal/bellow area with the dilute solution, using a
damp cloth.
c) Let stand 5 minutes.
d ) Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let the
washer interior air dry with door open.
IMPORTANT:
■ Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for prolonged periods.
■ Refer to the bleach manufacturer’s instructions for proper use.
Washer Maintenance Proce d ure
This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in
combination with AFFRESH
® washer cleaner or liquid chlorine
bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of the washer.
NOTES:
■ Read these instructions completely before beginning the
cleaning process.
■ If necessary, the cleaning cycle may be interrupted by
pressing the PAUSE/CANCEL button twice. However, this will
not immediately stop the cycle. The machine will continue
with several rinse and drain steps to ensure that all remaining
bleach is rinsed from the washer.
Begin proce d ure
1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from
the washer.
2. Using the AFFRESH ® washer cleaner (Recommen d e d ):
Add one AFFRESH ® washer cleaner tablet to the washer
drum.
If using liqui d chlorine b leach:
3. Open the dispenser drawer and immediately add 2 /
3
cup
(160 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment.
NOTE: Do not add any detergent to this cycle. Use of more
than 2 /
3
cup (160 mL) of bleach will cause product damage
over time.
4. Close the washer door and dispenser drawer.
5. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.
6. Press START.
NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock
again, and then the cycle will continue.
■
The machine will not fill, but the basket will rotate while the
washer runs a short sensing cycle. This will take
approximately 3 minutes.
7. The cycle will determine whether clothing or other items are in
the washer.
a)
b )
If no items are detected in the washer, it will proceed to
Step 8.
NOTE: Some models have available the option to display
failure codes.
If any items are detected in the washer, “rL” or “F-34” will
be displayed, or the Spin and Cycle Complete status
lights will remain lit. Then the door will unlock. Remove
clothing or items in the washer.
■ Press PAUSE/CANCEL to cancel the failure code.
Then repeat steps 1, 2, and 6 to start the cycle again.
8. Once the cycle has begun, allow the cycle to complete.
9. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly, to
allow for better ventilation and drying of washer interior.
Always d o the following to maintain washer freshness
■ Use only HE High Efficiency detergent.
■ Leave the door slightly open after each cycle to allow for
better ventilation and drying of washer interior.
■ Repeat the cleaning procedure monthly, using
2
/
3
cup
(160 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach.
■
If the procedure does not sufficiently improve the machine
freshness, please evaluate your installation and usage
conditions for other causes.
Cleaning the exterior
Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills.
Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking
new. Use mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive products.
Cleaning the d ispenser d rawer
The dispenser drawer is removable for easy cleaning.
1. Unlock the dispenser drawer by pressing the Release Lever.
See “Using the Dispenser.” Remove the drawer.
2. Remove the inserts (the siphon from the softener and bleach
compartments).
3. Wash the parts under running water.
NOTE: Do not wash components in the dishwasher.
4. Replace the inserts and return the dispenser to the drawer.