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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.

NOTE: This washer does not include inlet hoses. See the

Installation Instructions for more information.

WASHER CARE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean

and Performing at its Best

1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow

the detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the

amount of detergent to use. Never use more than the

recommended amount because that may increase the

rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside

your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.

2. Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not

exclusively cold-water washes) because they do a better

job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent

accumulate.

3. Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help

dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-

causing residue.

Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer

Read these instructions completely before beginning the

routine cleaning processes recommended below. This washer

maintenance procedure should be performed, at a minimum,

once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs

sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may

otherwise accumulate in your washer.

Cleaning the Inside of the Washer

To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions

provided above and use this recommended monthly cleaning

procedure:

Recommended Cycle for Cleaning the Washer

Refer to the "Cycle Guide" for the optimal cycle for cleaning

the inside of the washer. Use this cycle with affresh

Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach as described below.

Begin Procedure

1. Affresh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure

(Recommended for Best Performance):

a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.

b. Place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in the bottom

of the washer basket.

c. Do not place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in the

detergent dispenser.

d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the

washer when following this procedure.

e. Close the washer lid.

f. Select the the cycle recommended for cleaning the

inside of the washer.

g. Press the Inicio/Pausa (Start/Pause) button to begin the

cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle

must be interrupted, press Inicio/Pausa (Start/Pause)

once. After the cycle has stopped, run a Enjuagar y

Exprimir (Rinse & Spin) cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative):

a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.

b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the

bleach compartment.

NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is

recommended above could cause washer damage

over time.

c. Close the washer lid.

d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical

to the washer when following this procedure.

e. Select the cycle recommended for cleaning the inside

of the washer.

f. Press the Inicio/Pausa (Start/Pause) button to start the

cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle

must be interrupted, press Inicio/Pausa (Start/Pause)

once. After the cycle has stopped, run a Enjuagar y

Exprimir (Rinse & Spin) cycle to rinse bleach from washer.

Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:

1. This cycle will fill to a water level higher than in normal

wash cycles to provide rinsing at a level above the water

line for normal wash cycle.

2. During this cycle, there will be some agitation and

spinning to increase the removal of soils. After this cycle is

complete, leave the lid open to allow for better ventilation

and drying of the washer interior.

Cleaning the Dispensers

After a period of using your washer, you may find some

residue buildup in the washer's dispensers. To remove

residue from the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth

and towel dry. Do not attempt to remove the dispensers or

trim for cleaning. The dispensers and trim are not removable.

If your model has a dispenser drawer, however, remove the

drawer and clean it before or after you run the Clean Washer

cycle. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.

Cleaning the Outside of the Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills.

Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external

washer surfaces.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish,

Washer

do not use abrasive products.

WASHER CARE (cont.)