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Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob
The wash cycle controls the type of washing process. The cycle selector knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the knob after
starting a cycle will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to the new selection. Press Start to begin the new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the items to be washed with the best wash cycle settings. For optimal performance, select the
cycle that most closely matches the items being washed.
Selections and options shown in bold are the recommended settings for that cycle.
Some cycles and options may not be available on some models.
Items to Wash Cycle
Cycle for normal, Colors
regular, or typical
use for washing
up to a full load
of normally soiled
cotton clothing.
Dark colored Dark
items, linens, and Colors
mixed loads.
Casual clothes, Casuals
lightly soiled
office wear.
Lingerie and Delicates
special care
fabrics with light
soil.
Dark colored Cold
fabrics and mixed Wash
loads.
Medium to lightly Active
soiled athletic Wear
wear items of
technical or
synthetic fabrics.
Wash Temp Soil Level
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Spin Selection Options Available
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat Guide
Normal Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat Guide
Deep Fill
Normal Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat Guide
Deep Fill
Normal Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat Guide
Deep Fill
Normal Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra
Deep Fill
Normal Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat Guide
Deep Fill
Normal Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
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Cycle Details
Cycle for normal, regular, or typical
use for washing up to a full load
of normally soiled cotton clothing.
Choose the Heavy or Extra Heavy
soil level selection and Warm or
Hot water temperature selection as
appropriate for your clothes load
for a higher degree of cleaning.
Incorporates multi-stage fills and
wash periods to provide optimal
fabric care.
Lower wash temperatures, a shorter
wash period, and a deep fill rinse
(on some models) minimizes fading
and spotting of dark colored fabrics.
Incorporates multi-stage fills and
wash periods to provide optimal
fabric care.
Wash period tailored to care for
casual clothes and office wear items.
Utilizes a unique "tri-pulse" extra
gentle agitate profile to provide
special care to delicate fabrics. It is
recommended to place small or ultra
delicate items in mesh bags before
washing.
Cycle combines multiple extended
wash agitation periods with soak
periods to provide enhanced cleaning
performance and energy efficiency
with colder water temperatures.
Cycle designed for care of medium
to lightly soiled active wear, aththletic
wear, and technical fabrics.
Incorporates a multi stage wash
period with soak to effectively treat
body soils and odors. Use the Heavy
Duty cycle for heavily soiled sports
clothing constructed of sturdy fabric.
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