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All about the Use & Care of your Washer TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions 2-4 Solutions to Common Problems 21-24 Features 5 Warranty 25 Operating Instructions 6-14 Notes 26 Stain Removal Guide 15-16 Français 27 Care and Cleaning 17-20 Español 53 137619500B (1307)
All about the Use & Care of your Washer TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions 2-4 Solutions to Common Problems 21-24 Features 5 Warranty 25 Operating Instructions 6-14 Notes 26 Stain Removal Guide 15-16 Français 27 Care and Cleaning 17-20 Español 53 137619500B (1307)
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Record and retain these instructions for future reference. 2 Purchase Date Read all instructions before using this Use & Care Guide. Your washer may result in death or serious injury. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which , if not avoided, could result in... a safe place. It is used to alert you to cover every possible condition and situation that follow this washer. Use the washer only as described below: Product Record Record Your Model and Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers of your...
Record and retain these instructions for future reference. 2 Purchase Date Read all instructions before using this Use & Care Guide. Your washer may result in death or serious injury. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which , if not avoided, could result in... a safe place. It is used to alert you to cover every possible condition and situation that follow this washer. Use the washer only as described below: Product Record Record Your Model and Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers of your...
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...64258;ame during this time. • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this washer, comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the... plastic bag and other appliance. • Failure to fire or serious injury. These substances give off vapors that has not been used near the washer. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. Children might use of all warnings on or in serious personal injuries. 3 Failure to play . PROTECT CHILDREN • Do not...
...64258;ame during this time. • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this washer, comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the... plastic bag and other appliance. • Failure to fire or serious injury. These substances give off vapors that has not been used near the washer. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. Children might use of all warnings on or in serious personal injuries. 3 Failure to play . PROTECT CHILDREN • Do not...
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... unloading or adding items, press cancel button to stop before attempting any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong. The washer motor will stop if it will be exposed to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death. Power cord with other household ...cycle or turning the power off at the console does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply before reaching inside. • This washer is equipped with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. resulting in serious injury or death. • Do not combine laundry products...
... unloading or adding items, press cancel button to stop before attempting any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong. The washer motor will stop if it will be exposed to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death. Power cord with other household ...cycle or turning the power off at the console does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply before reaching inside. • This washer is equipped with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. resulting in serious injury or death. • Do not combine laundry products...
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...varies with load size and cycle selected. D. You will vary slightly based on -going sounds may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A. B. Both of these higher spin speeds. You will vary slightly as water is common to extract water from your load. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER... As water enters the dispenser system, it is pumped from the washer to carry water from the washer. This sound is functioning correctly. This is used to drive the drum to high spin speeds to hear a water fl...
...varies with load size and cycle selected. D. You will vary slightly based on -going sounds may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A. B. Both of these higher spin speeds. You will vary slightly as water is common to extract water from your load. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER... As water enters the dispenser system, it is pumped from the washer to carry water from the washer. This sound is functioning correctly. This is used to drive the drum to high spin speeds to hear a water fl...
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...non-washable trims and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing. • Turn knit items inside out to washer. • Brush off lint and dirt. Large items should not be tightly packed. Small particles of fiberglass left in the drum may...knit, and corduroy items will pick up lint from durable items. • Do not machine wash items containing fiberglass. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Your Washer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to help balance the load. • Wash a single heavy item such ...
...non-washable trims and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing. • Turn knit items inside out to washer. • Brush off lint and dirt. Large items should not be tightly packed. Small particles of fiberglass left in the drum may...knit, and corduroy items will pick up lint from durable items. • Do not machine wash items containing fiberglass. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Your Washer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to help balance the load. • Wash a single heavy item such ...
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...ll line. Closing the drawer too quickly could disable your machine and result in the cycle. They could result in front load washers. NOTE From time to prevent oversudsing in early dispensing of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets or color-absorbing sheets NOT recommended...scoop provided by the detergent manufacturer to measure the amount recommended. • Detergent dosage may be added with powder detergent in tumble action washers. 8 This is not recommended in the "DETERGENT WASH" chamber. Other Wash Products Color-safe bleach, water conditioner, detergent booster and ...
...ll line. Closing the drawer too quickly could disable your machine and result in the cycle. They could result in front load washers. NOTE From time to prevent oversudsing in early dispensing of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets or color-absorbing sheets NOT recommended...scoop provided by the detergent manufacturer to measure the amount recommended. • Detergent dosage may be added with powder detergent in tumble action washers. 8 This is not recommended in the "DETERGENT WASH" chamber. Other Wash Products Color-safe bleach, water conditioner, detergent booster and ...
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...be remembered and recalled each cycle will take approximately 2-3 minutes for the door lock to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. Just turning the cycle selector knob will light when the option has been selected. If a setting or option is not available for... the estimated remaining cycle time. For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on the fabric care label. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Your Washer, continued 6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. • Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to the ...
...be remembered and recalled each cycle will take approximately 2-3 minutes for the door lock to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. Just turning the cycle selector knob will light when the option has been selected. If a setting or option is not available for... the estimated remaining cycle time. For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on the fabric care label. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Your Washer, continued 6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. • Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to the ...
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..., sports gear, or fabric tote bags. Select the spin speed appropriate for reference only. Just turning the cycle selector knob to drain water from the washer and spin out the load or as comforters, blankets, mattress pads, sleeping bags and similar items. normal Use this cycle for loads that need a cold...
..., sports gear, or fabric tote bags. Select the spin speed appropriate for reference only. Just turning the cycle selector knob to drain water from the washer and spin out the load or as comforters, blankets, mattress pads, sleeping bags and similar items. normal Use this cycle for loads that need a cold...
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... to a cold temperature setting (in some geographic areas can be turned off. Make modifications according to reduce drying time. Remove items from the washer, water usage in the future. Use this option when additional rinsing is recommended for each cycle. The water heater setting and its distance from the...
... to a cold temperature setting (in some geographic areas can be turned off. Make modifications according to reduce drying time. Remove items from the washer, water usage in the future. Use this option when additional rinsing is recommended for each cycle. The water heater setting and its distance from the...
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... latch arm to lower position or by utilizing your schedule or during the cycle. Washer will be lighted during the cycle: • Door Lock • Sensing • Wash • Touch Pause to your washer's vent latch feature. IMPORTANT Do not attempt to continue its pivot upward. The... is attempted while latch arm is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes unbalanced. Control Lock To avoid having someone accidentally start the washer, press options and select at the same time and hold both for 10 seconds until "LOC" is no longer displayed. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
... latch arm to lower position or by utilizing your schedule or during the cycle. Washer will be lighted during the cycle: • Door Lock • Sensing • Wash • Touch Pause to your washer's vent latch feature. IMPORTANT Do not attempt to continue its pivot upward. The... is attempted while latch arm is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes unbalanced. Control Lock To avoid having someone accidentally start the washer, press options and select at the same time and hold both for 10 seconds until "LOC" is no longer displayed. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
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Washer Settings Chart OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS normal bulky casual delicates rinse & spin heavy spin only hot warm cool cold cold water clean max high medium low no ...
Washer Settings Chart OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS normal bulky casual delicates rinse & spin heavy spin only hot warm cool cold cold water clean max high medium low no ...
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...the system clean cycle. DO NOT use the system clean cycle once a month. NOTE If the system clean cycle is not in washer while performing the clean washer cycle will cause a severe out-of TIDE® WASHING MACHINE CLEANER. WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Do not use or mix liquid ... 10 seconds until the display changes to "CLn". Select fresh rinse on the door or crawl inside the washer. TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER To clean and freshen the washer, perform the system clean cycle. These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death....
...the system clean cycle. DO NOT use the system clean cycle once a month. NOTE If the system clean cycle is not in washer while performing the clean washer cycle will cause a severe out-of TIDE® WASHING MACHINE CLEANER. WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Do not use or mix liquid ... 10 seconds until the display changes to "CLn". Select fresh rinse on the door or crawl inside the washer. TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER To clean and freshen the washer, perform the system clean cycle. These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death....
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... the upper and lower parts of the recess. • Replace the insert by pressing it stops. • Reach back into the left in the washer. • If there are no small children or pets present, you hear a slight click. Daily Preventive Maintenance • Remove items from the bleach...in place until you may remain on the lock tab. Return the dispenser drawer. Pull out the drawer. • Remove the insert from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. CARE AND CLEANING 17 Rinse well with a nonabrasive household cleanser. Excess wrinkling, color transfer, and odors may ...
... the upper and lower parts of the recess. • Replace the insert by pressing it stops. • Reach back into the left in the washer. • If there are no small children or pets present, you hear a slight click. Daily Preventive Maintenance • Remove items from the bleach...in place until you may remain on the lock tab. Return the dispenser drawer. Pull out the drawer. • Remove the insert from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. CARE AND CLEANING 17 Rinse well with a nonabrasive household cleanser. Excess wrinkling, color transfer, and odors may ...
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... if the odor/residue has been eliminated. Select system clean cycle as described previously in detergent drawer. CLEANING PROCEDURE - Select clean washer cycle as above procedure. IMPORTANT See Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) for ten seconds to help clear any additional cleaning is necessary to... future cleaning maintenance which can cause serious injury or death. CARE AND CLEANING Inside Cleaning (Aggressive) In cases where the clean washer cycle along with care and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn't done, and severe odor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have...
... if the odor/residue has been eliminated. Select system clean cycle as described previously in detergent drawer. CLEANING PROCEDURE - Select clean washer cycle as above procedure. IMPORTANT See Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) for ten seconds to help clear any additional cleaning is necessary to... future cleaning maintenance which can cause serious injury or death. CARE AND CLEANING Inside Cleaning (Aggressive) In cases where the clean washer cycle along with care and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn't done, and severe odor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have...
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...or moved in freezing temperatures, follow these winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer: 1 Turn off water supply faucets. 2 Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from washer after storage, perform clean washer cycle as described earlier. Close door. 5 Select a spin only cycle. Never... • If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with mild soap and water. Winterizing Instructions IMPORTANT If the washer is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a mixture of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to drain...
...or moved in freezing temperatures, follow these winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer: 1 Turn off water supply faucets. 2 Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from washer after storage, perform clean washer cycle as described earlier. Close door. 5 Select a spin only cycle. Never... • If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with mild soap and water. Winterizing Instructions IMPORTANT If the washer is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a mixture of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to drain...
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... • Incorrect use of chlorine bleach. • Unfastened zippers, hooks, buckles. • Rips, tears and broken threads. • Overloading the washer. • Degradation of fabric. • Incorrect sorting. • Tissues left a residue resembling lint. • Static cling is attracting lint. •... brush or shaver to remove pills. • Rewash load. • See Operating Your, steps 1 and 2. • Do not overload washer. • Use correct temperature and amount of detergent. • Add nonprecipitating water conditioner to wash water to remove detergent residue. • ...
... • Incorrect use of chlorine bleach. • Unfastened zippers, hooks, buckles. • Rips, tears and broken threads. • Overloading the washer. • Degradation of fabric. • Incorrect sorting. • Tissues left a residue resembling lint. • Static cling is attracting lint. •... brush or shaver to remove pills. • Rewash load. • See Operating Your, steps 1 and 2. • Do not overload washer. • Use correct temperature and amount of detergent. • Add nonprecipitating water conditioner to wash water to remove detergent residue. • ...
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... over filling detergent and fabric softener compartments of ¾ cup liquid chlorine bleach and one cup liquid chlorine bleach in washer. • Cold water washes which may intensify discoloration. • Use nonprecipitating water softener. • Before washing, run ....remain in standpipe; SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Wrinkling • Overloading the washer. • Incorrect wash cycle for fabric or treat with color remover. • Select correct wash cycle. • Use ...
... over filling detergent and fabric softener compartments of ¾ cup liquid chlorine bleach and one cup liquid chlorine bleach in washer. • Cold water washes which may intensify discoloration. • Use nonprecipitating water softener. • Before washing, run ....remain in standpipe; SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Wrinkling • Overloading the washer. • Incorrect wash cycle for fabric or treat with color remover. • Select correct wash cycle. • Use ...
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...in or Make sure plug fits tightly in pump. connection may not be loose. Motor is too small. Load is overheated. Washer won't spin. Washer is restarted, objects may be in wall outlet. To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to help balance the load. foam block. Heavily ... list includes common occurrences that are not the result of up to 30 if it rests firmly on . Thumping sound. OPERATING Washer does not start. Residue left in drum. If noise continues after a cool down period of defective workmanship or materials in drum or pump....
...in or Make sure plug fits tightly in pump. connection may not be loose. Motor is too small. Load is overheated. Washer won't spin. Washer is restarted, objects may be in wall outlet. To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to help balance the load. foam block. Heavily ... list includes common occurrences that are not the result of up to 30 if it rests firmly on . Thumping sound. OPERATING Washer does not start. Residue left in drum. If noise continues after a cool down period of defective workmanship or materials in drum or pump....
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...is kinked. Fully open . Too much detergent. Water collects in area. Check another faucet in the house. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Washer is entering washer but tub does not fill. Straighten drain hose. If problem persists, your hot water system may not be unable to ... standpipe height is filling. Clean and straighten the drain hose. Rearrange load to support more than 8' (2.4 m). Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is 8' (2.4 m). Drain hose standpipe is part of the normal operation of the bellows at least 30 psi (260 kPa). Run rinse cycle....
...is kinked. Fully open . Too much detergent. Water collects in area. Check another faucet in the house. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Washer is entering washer but tub does not fill. Straighten drain hose. If problem persists, your hot water system may not be unable to ... standpipe height is filling. Clean and straighten the drain hose. Rearrange load to support more than 8' (2.4 m). Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is 8' (2.4 m). Drain hose standpipe is part of the normal operation of the bellows at least 30 psi (260 kPa). Run rinse cycle....