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CLEANING AND MAINT
AINING
CLEANING THE DOOR SEAL/BELLOW
1.
Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer.
2.
Inspect the gray 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.
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.
PRESERVING THE TOP COVER AND THE FRONT FRAME
Do not place any heavy or sharp objects or a detergent box on the washing machine. Keep them on the
purchased pedestal or in a separate storage box. This may scratch or damage the top cover of the washing
machine.
Since the entire washing machine has a high-gloss fi nish, the surface can be scratched or damaged.
Therefore, avoid scratching or damaging the surface when using the washing machine.
CLEANING THE WATER HOSE MESH FILTER
You should clean the water hose mesh fi lter at least once a year, or when the error message of “4E” is
displayed:
1.
Turn off the water supply to the washing machine.
2.
Unscrew the hose from the back of the washing machine. To prevent water from gushing out
due to the air pressure in the hose, cover the hose with a cloth.
3.
Gently pull out the mesh fi lter from the end of the hose using a pair of pliers and rinse it under
water until clean. Also clean inside and outside the threaded connector.
4.
Push the fi lter back into place.
5.
Screw the hose back onto the washing machine.
6.
Make sure the connections are watertight and turn on the tap.
REPAIRING A FROZEN WASHING MACHINE
If the temperature drops below freezing and your washing machine is frozen:
1.
Unplug the washing machine.
2.
Pour warm water over the tap to loosen the water supply hose.
3.
Remove the water supply hose and soak it in warm water.
4.
Pour warm water into the washing machine drum and let it sit for 10 minutes.
5.
Reconnect the water supply hose to the water tap and check if the water supply and drain
are operating normal.
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