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Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY INFORMATION TEMPERATURE MAGIC CLEAN@ LINT FILTER (not shown) CYCLE CLOTHES GUARD / LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER - LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER - MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) 1 AGITATOR \ BASKET Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label. It will be easier to remove before the washer is used. You should wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping.
Your responsibilities . Read this ‘*Us& and Care Guide” and your “Laundry Guide” carefully for important use and safety information. You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer.. . l is installed by a qualified installer. l is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight.’ l is connected to the right kind of outlet, electric supply, water supply and drain.’ l is properly grounded.* i is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers.
/ I I’ starting your washer Before starting your washer: I, Measure and add detergent. 2. Place sorted load in washer. 3. Start washer. Select a 1. LOAD SIZE 2. Select WATER TEMPERATURES Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed. l All rinses are cold. Cold rinses save energy and help prevent wrinkles from setting into fabrics.
3. Start the washer A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows 8 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle. C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temperature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes. D.
What happens in each cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time. When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns REGULAR HEAVl Cycle High agitation and spin speeds help remove heavy soils and spin water from heavy or sturdv cotton fabrics.
II clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. NOTE:You may hear the sound of water spraying some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed help with the rinsing. I c- during the spin parts of on the spinning load to Pre-wash setting (see page 8) begins Special care is needed when soaklng or pre-washing See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. here laundry.
I I I’ Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.] l Push Control Knob in. l Turn clockwise to any’on the dial. See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out. l The washer will fill to selected level with cold water, agitate 2 minutes, drain and spin. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. l Push Control Knob in.
Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 ml) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow directions on bottle for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. 1. Load the washer first. 2. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser. DO NOT let bleach splash, drip or run down into the washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 3. Start the washer.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off. This takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is dry. Wipe up spills right away. Spills can dull or damage the finish. REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers. SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: I. Before calling for assistance.. Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
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