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6. Set the TEMPERATURE selector (on some models) to the
correct setting for the type of fabric and soils being washed.
Use the warmest water safe for fabric. Follow garment label
instructions.
NOTE: On models with temperature selections in the Cycle
Control knob, see “Cycle Time and Temperature Options” in
the “Selecting a Cycle and Time” section.
NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 70ºF
(21ºC), detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult
to remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have
increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the
surface of garments).
7. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the
wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a
small load size setting. See “Selecting a Cycle and Time.”
Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer.
To stop or restart your washer
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To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control
knob.
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To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out
the Cycle Control knob.
8. (OPTIONAL) If desired, add measured liquid fabric softener to
the final rinse water. See “Adding Liquid Fabric Softener.”
Selecting a Cycle and Time
This section describes the available wash cycles and will help
you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each
cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.
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The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal. Refer to “Normal Washer Sounds” to
learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash
cycle.
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Refer to “Understanding Washer Cycles” to learn what
happens during a wash cycle.
NOTE: This manual covers several different models. The washer
you purchased may vary from the model shown and will not have
all of the cycles described.
Cycle Control knob
Normal cycle
This cycle features high-speed agitation followed by a brief
period of low-speed agitations. High spin speed shorten drying
time. Use this cycle for cleaning cotton and linen fabrics. Select
up to 14 minutes of wash time, depending on whether your load
is heavily, moderately, or lightly soiled.
Super Wash - Select the 18-minute Super Wash cycle to wash
heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal. Use two
times the recommended amount of detergent for this cycle.
Permanent Press cycle
This cycle starts with high-speed agitation then steps down to
low-speed agitation for cleaning permanent press blends and
synthetic fabrics. To minimize wrinkling, this cycle features a
cool-down rinse and low spin speeds. Select up to 10 minutes of
wash time, depending on whether your load is heavily,
moderately, or lightly soiled.
Delicates
This cycle features low-speed agitation for gentle soil removal.
Low spin speeds help reduce wrinkling. Use this 6-minute cycle
for cleaning lightly to moderately soiled delicate items and
washable knits.
Knits & Delicate
This cycle features low-speed agitation for gentle soil removal.
Low spin speeds help reduce wrinkling. Use this 8-minute cycle
for cleaning lightly to moderately soiled delicate items and
washable knits.
Soak cycle
This cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time to
help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. Use
warm water when soaking laundry. Hot water can set stains. Use
the amount of detergent or presoak additive recommended by
the manufacturer. After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent and
set a new wash cycle.
Water Temp
Use For
Hot
111°F (44°C)
or above
Whites and pastels
Heavy and greasy soils
Warm
90°-110°F
(32°-43°C)
Bright colors
Moderate to light soils
Cold
70°-90°F
(21°-32°C)
Colors that bleed or fade
Light soils