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Vacation, Storage and Moving Care

Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because 
some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your 
washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, 
winterize it.

Non-use or vacation care

Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on 
vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time, 
you should:

Unplug washer or disconnect power.

Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid 
accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you 
are away.

To winterize washer

1.

Shut off both water faucets.

2.

Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

3.

Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.

4.

Run washer on a drain and spin setting (see “Drain and Spin”) 
for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.

5.

Unplug washer or disconnect power.

To use washer again

1.

Flush water pipes and hoses.

2.

Reconnect water inlet hoses.

3.

Turn on both water faucets.

4.

Plug in washer or reconnect power.

5.

Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) 
of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid 
the cost of a service call...

Washer won’t fill, rinse or agitate

Check the following:

Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet?

Is the indicator on the Cycle Control knob properly lined up 
with a cycle? Turn the Cycle Control knob to the right slightly 
and pull to start.

Are the water inlet valve screens clogged?

Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on?

Is the water inlet hose kinked?

Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer 
appear to not fill completely?

The top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water 
level. This creates a perception that the washer is not filling 
completely. This is normal.

Washer stops

Check the following:

Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet?

Is the indicator on the Cycle Control knob properly lined up 
with a cycle? Turn the Cycle Control knob to the right slightly 
and

 

pull to start.

Are the water inlet valve screens clogged?

Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on?

Is the water inlet hose kinked?

Is there power at the plug?

Check your electrical source or call an electrician.

Has a fuse blown or is the circuit breaker open?

If problem continues, call an electrician.

Are you using an extension cord?

Do not use an extension cord.

Is the washer in a normal pause in the Synthetics/
Permanent Press (or Hand Washables) cycle?

The washer pauses for about

 

2 minutes in the Synthetics/

Permanent Press cycle

Allow the cycle to continue.

The Hand Washables cycle (on some models) features 
periods of agitation and soak. 

Is the washer overloaded?

Wash smaller loads.

Washer won’t drain or spin

Is the drain hose clogged, or the end of the drain hose 
more than 72 inches (183 cm) above the floor?

See the Installation Instructions for proper installation of drain 
hose.

Is the lid open?

The lid must be closed during operation. 

Is there excessive sudsing?

Always measure detergent. Follow manufacturer’s directions. 
If you have very soft water, you might need to use less 
detergent. 

Is your voltage low?

Check your electrical source or call an electrician. Do not use 
an extension cord. 

Washer continues to fill or drain, or the cycle seems stuck

Is the top of drain hose lower than the water level in 
washer?

The top of the hose must be higher than the water level in the 
washer for proper operation. See the Installation Instructions.

Does the drain hose fit too tightly in the standpipe, or is it 
taped to the standpipe?

The drain hose should be loose yet fit securely. Do not seal 
the drain hose with tape. The hose needs an air gap. See the 
Installation Instructions.

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Страница 1: ...TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS Use CareGuide Table of Contents 2 8315981 ...

Страница 2: ...arting Your Washer 6 Selecting a Cycle and Time 7 Rinse and Spin 8 Drain and Spin 8 Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach 8 Adding Liquid Fabric Softener 8 WASHER CARE 8 Cleaning Your Washer 8 Water Inlet Hoses 8 Vacation Storage and Moving Care 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 11 12 13 14 14 14 14 15 16 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 18 18 20 ...

Страница 3: ...ive substances to the wash water These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period before using the washing machine turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for ...

Страница 4: ...es listed below 1 Control panel 2 Model and serial number label 3 Liquid fabric softener dispenser 4 Agitator 5 Lid 6 Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser 7 Basket 8 Tub Other features your washer may have XTRA ROLL ACTION PLUS agitator DURASMOOTH white porcelain basket CLEANTOUCH control panel Extra rinse selector On some models Control panel ...

Страница 5: ...d from the upper part of the agitator During drain If water is drained quickly from your washer depending on your installation you may hear air being pulled through the pump during the end of draining After drain and before spin When the cycle changes from draining to spinning you may hear gears engaging WASH RINSE 1 Fill 1 Fill 2 Wash selected time 2 Rinse 3 Drain No agitation 3 Drain No agitatio...

Страница 6: ... softener into the liquid fabric softener dispenser on some models Softener is added automatically during the rinse portion of the cycle Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the crossbar in the opening Do not spill or drip any fabric softener on the clothes Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser NOTE On models without a fabric softe...

Страница 7: ... dilute fabric softener with to 1 cup 125 to 250 mL of warm water Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics See Adding Liquid Fabric Softener SelectingaCycleandTime 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 The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycl...

Страница 8: ...1 Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load 2 Add bleach to the wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle Pour bleach around the agitator not directly on the load Follow directions on the care labels Do not use chlorine bleach on wool silk spandex acetates or some flame retardant fabrics When soaking with chlorine bleach add detergent to soak water NOTE Undiluted bleach will damage...

Страница 9: ...tion that the washer is not filling completely This is normal Washer stops Check the following Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet Is the indicator on the Cycle Control knob properly lined up with a cycle Turn the Cycle Control knob to the right slightly and pull to start Are the water inlet valve screens clogged Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on Is the water i...

Страница 10: ... follow the manufacturer s directions when adding detergent and fabric softener to the dispensers Measure detergent and fabric softener Carefully pour into the dispensers Wipe up all spills Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser Did you put powdered or color safe bleach in the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser Add powdered or liquid color safe bleach directly to the basket Do not u...

Страница 11: ...allation Instructions Garment damage Check the following Were sharp items removed from pockets before washing Empty pockets zip zippers snap or hook fasteners before washing Were strings and sashes tied to prevent tangling Were items damaged before washing Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing Did you overload the washer The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded Loads should...

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