Wash Cycles
The wash cycles are designed for specific types of wash loads. Select the cycle that best matches the load
contents for maximum wash performance and fabric care. See Sorting Laundry section for best results,
and follow the fabric care labels on your garments. For a guide to fabric care symbols, see Sorting
Laundry section.
Cycle Guide
Turn the knob or press the button to select the desired cycle. When you select a wash cycle, the light for
the corresponding wash cycle will turn on.
NOTE
• Whenever load weights are mentioned, assume 1 lb (0.45 kg) = 1 thick bath towel (dry).
Cycle
Description
Use to wash all normal items such as cotton, linen, shirts, jeans or mixed loads, except
delicate fabrics such as wool or silk.
• Pressing the Start/Pause button without selecting a cycle will cause the Normal
cycle to begin immediately, using the default settings.
Wash Temp.
Default: Warm
Spin Speed
Default: High
Soil Level
Default: Normal
Cycle
Description
Suitable for washing heavily soiled laundry, such as cotton fabrics, using more powerful
wash motions.
• When washing large loads, there will be brief periods of 2 minutes or more
without agitation. These soak periods are part of the cycle's design, and are
normal.
Wash Temp.
Default: Warm
Spin Speed
Default: Extra High
Soil Level
Default: Heavy
Cycle
Description
Suitable for washing blankets or bulky items which have difficulty absorbing water, such
as pillows, blankets, comforters, sheets or pet bedding.
• Do not use this cycle to wash a mixed load of bedding and non-bedding items.
• Do not mix large/bulky items with smaller articles of clothing.
• Do not wash excessively large items. If large/bulky items do not fit easily into the
tub, there may not be enough room for them to move during washing.
Wash Temp.
Default: Warm
Spin Speed
Default: Medium
Soil Level
Default: Normal
Normal
Available: All
Available: Extra High, High, Medium, Low
Available: All
Heavy Duty
Available: All
Available: Extra High, High, Medium, Low
Available: All
Bedding
Available: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap Cold
Available: Medium, Low, No Spin
Available: All
OPERATION
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