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Cleaning the dispensers
After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue
buildup in the washer’s dispensers.
IMPORTANT: Dispensers are not dishwasher-safe.
For non-removable dispensers:
To remove residue from the dispensers, wipe them with an
affresh
®
Machine Cleaning Wipe or a damp cloth and towel dry.
Do not attempt to remove the dispensers or trim for cleaning. The
dispensers and trim are not removable.
For removable dispensers:
If your model has a dispenser drawer, press tab(s) to remove the
drawer and clean it with an affresh
®
Machine Cleaning Wipe or a
damp cloth and towel dry before or after you run the Clean
Washer cycle. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
Cleaning the outside of the washer
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, do not use
abrasive products.
Use an affresh
®
Machine Cleaning Wipe, a soft, damp cloth, or
sponge to wipe away any spills. Use an affresh
®
Machine
Cleaning Wipe or only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning
external washer surfaces.
Nonuse and Vacation Care
Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not
using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:
1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.
2. Turn off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due to water
pressure surge.
Winter Storage Care
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it
will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing
can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather,
winterize your washer.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water inlet
hoses.
2. Put 1 L (1 quart) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run
washer on Rinse & Spin cycle for about 30 seconds to mix
antifreeze and remaining water.
3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
Transporting Your Washer
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet
hoses.
2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow
“Winter Storage Care” directions before moving.
3. Disconnect drain hose from drain system and drain any
remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain hose
from back of washer.
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.
7. Place original shipping materials back inside washer. If you do
not have shipping materials, place heavy blankets or towels
into basket opening. Close lid and place tape over lid and
down front of washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in
new location. Transport washer in the upright position.
Reinstalling/Using Washer Again
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
To reinstall washer after nonuse, vacation, winter storage, or
moving:
1. Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect
washer.
2. Before using again, run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3. Turn on both water faucets.
4. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet or reconnect power.
5. See your online Cycle Guide for information about which
cycle(s) to run your washer through to clean washer and
remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency
detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount
for a medium-size load.
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