Whirlpool 3363565 Use And Care Manual - Page 11

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Caring for Your Washer

Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your

washer properly and safely.

Cleaning

your washer

Exterior

Interior

Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills

with a soft, damp cloth or

sponge as they occur. Occa-

sionally wipe the outside of the

' s

washer to keep it looking like

new.

Clean interior with 1 cup (250 mL) of chlo-

rine bleach mixed with 2 cups (500 mL) of

detergent. Run washer through a complete

cycle using hot water. Repeat process if

necessary.

Do not put sharp or metal objects in your

washer. They can damage the

finish. Check all pockets for

pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts,

etc. Do not lay these objects

on your washer after emptying

pockets.

NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using

only cleaners labeled as washer safe.

Winter

storage

or moving

care

Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the

hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing

weather, winterize it.

To winterize

washer:

To use washer again:

1. Shut off both water faucets.

1. Flush water pipes and hoses.

2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.

3. Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in

3. Turn on both water faucets.

the basket.

4. Reconnect power supply cord.

4. Run washer on a drain and spin setting

5. Run the washer through a complete cycle

(see page 8) for about 30 seconds to mix

the antifreeze and water.

with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean

out antifreeze.

5. Unplug the power supply cord.

Non-use

or vacation

care

Operate your washer only when you are at

home. If you will be on vacation or not using

your washer for an extended period of time,

you should:

Unplug the power supply cord or turn off

Turn off the water supply to the washer.

This helps avoid accidental flooding (due

to a water pressure surge) while you are

away.

electrical power to the washer.