Use and Care Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Care
Care after wash
After the cycle is finished, wipe the door and the
inside of the door seal to remove any moisture.
Leave the door open to dry the washer tub interior.
Wipe the body of the washing machine with a dry
cloth to remove any moisture.
WARNING
y
Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid
the risk of electric shock.
Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric
shock or death.
y
Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or
solvents to clean the washer.
They will damage the
finish.
y
Do not use volatile substances (benzene, paint
thinner, alcohol, acetone, etc.) or detergents
with strong chemical components when cleaning
the washing machine.
Doing so may cause
discoloration or damage to the machine, or it
may cause a fire.
Care in cold climates
Storing the washing machine for an extended period of time
Follow these instructions to avoid damage when
storing the washing machine for an extended period
of time in cold climates where it may be exposed to
freezing temperatures.
1
Turn off the faucets connected with the water
lines.
2
Unscrew the water lines from back of the washer.
3
Empty any water out of the water lines.
4
Press the Power button.
5
Open the door and add 1 gallon (3.8 L) of nontoxic
recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to the empty
washer tub. Close the door.
6
Press the Spin Speed button draining and
spinning.
7
Press the Start/Pause button.
- Drain the water from the washing machine for
MAINTENANCE
1 minute. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be
expelled.
8
Press the Power button to turn off the washing
machine and pull out the power plug.
9
Dry the tub interior of the washer tub with a soft
cloth, and close the door.
10
Press down hard on the disengage button and
pull out the detergent dispenser drawer.
11
Drain the water from the detergent dispenser
drawer and dry out each compartment.
12
Store the washing machine in an upright
position.
NOTE
y
To remove the antifreeze after storing the
washing machine, add detergent to the
dispenser, and run one cycle. Do not load any
laundry at this time.
When the water line is frozen
1
Turn off the faucets connected with the water
lines.
2
Pour hot water on the frozen faucets to thaw the
water lines and pull them out.
3
Immerse the water lines in hot water to thaw
them.
4
Re-connect the water lines with the water inlets of
the washing machine and with the faucets.
- See page 14,
Connecting the water lines
for
details.
5
Turn on the faucets.
6
Press the Power button.
7
Press the Rinse+Spin button.
8
Press the Start/Pause button.
- Make sure the water fills properly.