8
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.
One-speed models
Normal cycle
This cycle features longer spins to shorten drying time. Select up
to 14 minutes of wash time, depending on whether your load is
heavily, moderately, or lightly soiled.
Extra Wash - Select the 18-minute Extra 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 features a cool-down rinse and shorter spins to reduce
wrinkling. Select up to 10 minutes of wash time for cleaning
permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are lightly to
moderately soiled.
Gentle cycle
This cycle features a brief series of agitations and soaks, followed
by a short spin. Select up to 6 minutes of wash time to gently
clean special-care items that are lightly to moderately soiled.
Two-speed models
Normal cycle
This cycle features high-speed agitation and longer spin speeds
to 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.
Extra Wash - Select the 18-minute Extra 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 features a cool-down rinse and low spin speeds to
help reduce wrinkling. Select up to 10 minutes of wash time for
cleaning permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are
lightly to moderately soiled.
Delicates
This cycle features low agitation speed 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.
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.
Pre-Wash cycle
This cycle features a brief period of agitation to help remove
heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. Use the amount of
detergent or presoak additive recommended by the
manufacturer. After the Pre-Wash cycle ends, add detergent and
set a new wash cycle.
Cycle Time and Temperature Options
Some models have the water temperature included in the cycle
selections of the Cycle Control knob.
To select different wash time and temperature combinations:
First select the water temperature (HOT, WARM or COLD) then
turn to the new wash time. For example, for 14 minutes of wash
time in the Normal cycle with Cold water:
1. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the
Cold setting.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control knob and allow washer to fill.
3. When the washer has filled, push in and turn the Cycle
Control knob to 14 minutes of wash time.
4. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start washer.
