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WASHER CARE (cont.)
Cleaning the Dispensers
After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue
buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from
the dispensers, wipe them with an affresh
®
Machine Cleaning
Wipe or a damp cloth and towel dry. Do not attempt to remove
the dispensers or trim for cleaning. The dispensers and trim
are not removable. If your model has a dispenser drawer,
however, remove the drawer and clean it with an affresh
®
Machine Cleaning Wipe or a damp cloth and towel dry before
or after you run the Clean Washer with affresh
®
cycle. Use an
all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
Cleaning the Outside of the Washer
Use an affresh
®
Machine Cleaning Wipe, or a soft, damp cloth
or sponge to wipe away any spills. Use an affresh
®
Machine
Cleaning Wipe or only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning
external washer surfaces.
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, do not
use abrasive products.
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.
NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage, install and store your washer
where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in
hoses, freezing can damage the 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 the basket and run
washer on Rinse/Spin cycle for about 30 seconds to mix
antifreeze and remaining water.
3.
Unplug washer or disconnect power.
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 hose from drain system and drain any
remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain
hose from the back of the washer.
4.
Unplug power cord.
5.
Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside the washer basket.
6.
Drape power cord over edge and into the washer basket.
7.
Place packing tray from original shipping materials back
inside washer. If you do not have a 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. Transport
washer in upright position.
REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,
or moving:
1.
Refer to the 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 & Sheets cycle to clean
washer and remove antifreeze if used. Use only HE
High Efficiency detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s
recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size load.
