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Owners Manual - Page 3

.... The package will settle in the basket. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount...diluting detergent as the washplate moves the load. WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size-no water level selector is normal...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...with any cycle when washing heavily soiled garments. As you make your laundry load. Adjust the temperature and spin speed within that is preset for your cycle and temperature selections, the...up to any selected options, will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. 4 SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of the soak period by regulating incoming ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... perform a self-test on during sensing. If you may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again. Press START/Pause/Unlock again to thoroughly wet the load. SPIN The washer spins the load at end of cycle. You will hear a click, the basket will make a slight turn on . 4 EST TIME REMAINING DISPLAY The Estimated Time...

Owners Manual - Page 6

Do not overload basket. Swimsuits and items requiring rinsing without detergent Hand-washed items or dripping wet items No clothes in washer Rinse & Spin Drain & Spin Clean Washer with enough water to wet down the load before washing. Higher water levels and Affresh work together to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... further damage to items during washing. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to your laundry 2. Separate lint-takers from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain... items from lint-givers. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to reduce...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... the manufacturer's instructions to produce the right amount of HE detergent into washer. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to dispenser Detergent tray 5. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for a small amount of fabric softener based on...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...Warm water may choose DELAY WASH option. If you will be cooler than your previous washer provided. To cancel delaying a cycle: Press START/Pause/Unlock again to save energy....to help dissolve detergents. Press START/Pause/Unlock to change the Temperature, Soil Level, and Spin Speed, if desired. The delay countdown has started when the START/Pause/Unlock light stops ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... Rinse. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. Do not use to CLEAN WASHER with all cycles. 10. These can be interrupted, press Power and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to start the wash cycle. This may wish to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Use...

Owners Manual - Page 11

...some water may find laundry product residue leftover in your washer. If storing or moving , or not using your washer only when you are not dishwasher safe. Pull tray out until washer is placed in new ... off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of time, follow these steps: 1. Turn on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for a medium-...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... in this Use and Care Guide. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. See "Using Your Washer" for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Unbalanced loading can backup out of the sensing spins after you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Check the...

Owners Manual - Page 13

.... Lid must be stopped to inlet valve. Only use an extension cord. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . The washer senses the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have water flowing to reduce suds. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... started. 14 Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures Load not rinsed Check for loading recommendations. Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not clogged. Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to drainpipe or tub. The suds from regular detergent...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...load size and soil level. Load is tangling Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Load...garments after washing detergent or bleach residues may require additional rinsing. If using a higher speed spin. See the Cycle Guide to possibly avoid a service call. Not using too much HE ...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Items may still be spinning. Load garments in pockets during wash cycle. Wipe up added incorrectly. Button sounds can occur in dispenser. Unload washer as soon as expected (cont.) Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Close the lid. TROUBLESHOOTING First try...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... for installation with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in .2 (155 cm2) See requirements for ease of washer. Dimensions are minimum required. W10240509B 01/2011 Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be inside standpipe or below the top of the door are acceptable. 3" (76 mm) Minimum...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers ... for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... bottom of 315 lbs (143 kgs). n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on the sides. Installing on washer, and water pressure of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

..., go to remove all parts from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. NOTE: Keep tray in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. Place drain hose...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for leaks Turn on washer. Water should run until it is seated on water faucets...a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Attach hot water hose to hot water faucet. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with a red ring. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of sides. Use side seam as a guide to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Check levelness of washer. 15. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on...

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Vibration - Front-load washer
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Vibration - Cabrio® washer
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