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Status Indicator Lights
The Cycle Indicator Lights show what stage the washer is in. When the Selector knob is set to a new cycle, the Indicator
Lights will flash momentarily, showing what stages the cycle will go through. On models without an AUTO SOAK option,
the SOAK light will not light up.
Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob
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The wash cycle controls the length and intensity of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction.
Turning the Cycle Selector knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection.
Press STAR to begin the new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
COTTONS (Regular Wash/Fast Spin) For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. This
cycle provides the best overall cleaning and should be used for most everyday items. Provides a high speed spin.
PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with a
regular wash cycle.
CASUALS (Gentle Wash/Slow Spin) For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits. Provides a low speed spin.
EASY CARE (Gentle Wash/Fast Spin) For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits. Provides a high speed spin.
DELICATES (Extra Gentle Wash/Slow Spin) For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light soil. Provides a low speed spin.
DRAIN & SPIN OR SPIN ONLY (Fast Spin) For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. Provides a high
speed spin.
QUICK RINSE (Fast Spin) Rinses and spins non-soiled items where a rinse only is desired. Provides a high speed spin.
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START
Press START to begin the cycle. Pressing START again will PAUSE the cycle and the Cycle indicator light will blink.
To continue the cycle, press START again or close the lid. If machine is paused more than 24 hours, the cycle will be
cancelled. To stop the cycle, hold the button for 3 seconds. If water remains in the machine, select the DRAIN & SPIN
OR SPIN ONLY cycle to drain tub and spin water out of the washer tub.
Raising the lid will stop agitation or spin action but does not pause the cycle.
This model has AUTOMATIC LOAD SENSING. This selection provides the correct amount of water suited to the size and
type of load placed in the unit.
- The washer will not fill with water during automatic load sensing if the lid is open. When the lid is closed the machine
is able to begin filling with water in order to sense the load size.
Note: This is a high efficiency washing mahine with Infusor
providing effective cleaning action. You may notice that the water level is lower than on your previous washer. This is
normal for an Infusor -equipped washer.
Liquid Bleach Funnel
The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
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Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
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n never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
n do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel.
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Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into
the wash basket with your detergent.
n do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover.
mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
wash action. This system requires less water while
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