Washer/Dryer
Maintenance
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WATER iNLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of
hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if
bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement
on the label with a permanent marker.
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WASHER
CARE
Recommendations
to Help Keep Your Washer
Clean
and Performing
at its Best
1o Always follow the detergent manufacturer's
instructions
regarding the amount of detergent to use. Never use more
than the recommended
amount because that may increase
the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate
inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable
odor.
2. Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not
exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better
job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent
accumulate.
3. Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help dry
out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing
residue.
Cleaning
Your Top Loading
Washer
Read these instructions
completely before beginning the
routine cleaning processes recommended
below. This Washer
Maintenance
Procedure should be performed, at a minimum,
once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs
sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent
may otherwise accumulate
in your washer. To keep washer
interior odor-free, follow this recommended
monthly cleaning
procedure:
affresh ® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended
for Best Performance):
ao Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.
bo Place an afresh ® Washer Cleaner tablet in the bottom
of the washer basket.
c. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the
washer when following this procedure.
do Close the washer lid.
e. Select Normal 14 (27" models) or Super Wash
(24" models) cycle, Hot Temperature, and Heavy
Soil Level.
fo Pull out the Cycle knob. Water will pour into washer
for a moment and then pause; the lid will lock and
the cycle will continue.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted,
push in the Cycle knob.
WASHER
CARE (cont.)
Chlorine
Bleach Procedure (Alternative):
ao Open the washer lid and remove any clothing
or items.
b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach
to the bleach compartment.
NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is
recommended
above could cause washer damage
over time.
c. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the
washer when following this procedure.
do Close the washer lid.
e. Select Normal 14 (27" models) or Super Wash
(24" models) cycle, Hot Temperature, and Heavy
Soil Level.
fo Pull out the Cycle knob. Water will pour into washer
for a moment and then pause; the lid will lock and
the cycle will continue.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted,
push in the Cycle knob.
Cleaning
the liquid fabric softener
dispenser
(on some models)
1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands
and squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.
2. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the washer or clothing,
do not wash clothes with the liquid fabric softener
dispenser removed.
Cleaning
the bleach dispenser
(on some models)
Wipe the inside of the bleach dispenser with a clean,
damp cloth.
Cleaning
the Outside
of the Washer
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills.
Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external
washer surfaces.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish,
do not use abrasive products.
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