Washer Maintenance; Cleaning Your Washer - Whirlpool W10449045A Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

WASHER MAINTENANCE

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.

CLEANING YOUR WASHER

Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your clothes. To keep
washer interior odor-free, follow this recommended cleaning
procedure after every 30 washes:
1. Make sure the washer is empty.
2. Use liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to liquid
chlorine bleach dispenser.
IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to CLEAN WASHER
cycle. Do not use more than recommended amount of
bleach to avoid damaging product over time.
3. Close washer lid.
4. Press POWER.
5. Select CLEAN WASHER cycle.
6. Press START/Pause/Unlock.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted, press POWER and run a RINSE & SPIN cycle
to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer.
Cleaning the bleach dispenser
Wipe the inside of the bleach dispenser with a clean, damp
cloth.
To clean exterior:
1. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills.
2. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not
use abrasive products.
CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER TRAY
You may find laundry product residue in your dispenser
trays. To remove residue, follow this recommended cleaning
procedure:
1. Pull tray out until you feel resistance.
2. Lift up slightly, and then continue pulling out.
3. Wash in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent.
4. Rinse with warm water.
5. Air dry, or dry with a towel, then place back into slot.
IMPORTANT:
Dispenser trays are not dishwasher safe.
NON-USE 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 qt. (1 L) 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.
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