LG WT1701CV Owner’s Manual

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

OWNER’S MANUAL

WASHING MACHINE

Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully. This will simplify
installation and ensure that the washer is installed correctly and safely.
Leave these instructions near the washer after installation for future reference.

WT1701C*

P/No.: MFL67221379

www.lg.com

PRODUCT FEATURES

2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

3 Basic Safety Precautions

4 Grounding Requirements
5 Safety Instructions For Installation
6 Safety Instructions For Use, Care, Cleaning And

Disposal

7 FEATURES AND BENEFITS

7 Key Parts and Components

7 Included Accessories

8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

8 Choose the Proper Location

8 Power Outlet
8 Flooring
9 Unpacking and Removing Shipping Material
1 0 Connecting the Water Lines
1 1 Connecting the Drain Hose
12 Leveling the Washer
13 Connect to The Power Supply
1 4 Sorting Wash Loads
1 5 About the Dispensers
1 5 Detergent and Dispenser Use

17 HOW TO USE

1 7 Control Panel Features

1 8 Time and Status Display
19 Operating the Washer
20 Cycle G uide
22 Main Cycle
23 Cycle Modifier Buttons
24 Special Use Features
25 Option Buttons
25 Cold Wash™
25 Delay Wash
25 Custom Program(PGM)
25 Turbo Wash™
25 Fabric Softener
25 Extra Rinse
26 Water Plus
26 Signal ON/OFF
26 Child Lock
26 Add Garments

27 CARE AND CLEANING

27 Regular Cleaning

27 Cleaning the Exterior
27 Care and Cleaning of the Interior
27 Tub Clean Cycle
27 Removing Mineral Buildup
27 Leave the Lid Open
28 Maintenance
29 Cleaning the Washer

30 SPECIFICATIONS

30 SMART DIAGNOSIS™ SYSTEM

31 TROUBLESHOOTING

31 Normal Sounds You May Hear

31 Before Calling for Service
35 Error Codes

37 WARRANTY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion,
electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. Your safety and the safety of
others is very important. There are many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance.
Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in prop­erty damage and/or serious bodily harm or death.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER, WARNING
or CAUTION. These words mean:

DANGER
WARNING

CAUTION

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,

and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic pre­cautions, including the following.

y Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this owner’s Manual.

y Before use, the washer must be properly installed as described in this manual.
y Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gaso-

line, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that

could ignite or explode.

y Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash

wate r. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

y Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used

for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for
such a period, before using the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for
several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke

or use an open flame during this time.

y Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the

washer is used near children.

y Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the lid to prevent children from

climbing inside.
y Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather or freezing temperatures.
y Do not tamper with controls.

y Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags,

etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other flammable vapors and liquids.
y Service must be performed by a qualified service technician. Do not disassemble the washer.

y See Installation Instructions for grounding requirements.
y WARNING : This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
You may be slightly injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow

instructions.

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y ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment manufacturer.
y Do not place items exposed to cooking oil in your washer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may

contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

y Use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static only as recommended by the manufacturer.

y This washer is not designed for maritime use or for mobile installations such as in RVs, aircraft, etc.

y Turn off the water faucets and unplug the washer if the machine is to be left for an extended period of

time, such as during vacations.
y Do not use to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.

y Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging from

children.

y Always check the inside of the washer for foreign objects before loading laundry. Keep the lid closed

when not in use.
y Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

WARNING

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion,
electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with
a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check with
a qualified electrician or servicer if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with the
appliance. If it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Failure to fol­low these warnings can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

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WARNING

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion,
electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,
including the following:

y Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures. Installation instructions are

packed with the washer for installer’s reference. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked

and reinstalled by a qualified service technician. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,

electric shock, or death.
y Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Failure to

follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.
y For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause seri-

ous injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard

3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock from this appliance.
y This washer must be plugged into a 120 VAC, 60 Hz grounded outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause

serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have

it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious

injury, fire, electric shock, or death.
y Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak

damage.

y Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y The washer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that

matches the rating plate. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring

circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
y Never unplug your washer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the

outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y Repair or immediately replace all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use

a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. Failure to follow this warning

can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.
y When installing or moving the washer, be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to

follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y The washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local

codes to prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation.
y The washer is heavy. Two or more people may be needed to install and move the appliance. Failure to do so

can result in back or other injury.

y Store and install the washer where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to

outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage.
y Do not install the washer in humid spaces to reduce the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning

can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere to all industry recommended safety procedures including the

use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could

result in property damage, injury to persons or death.
y Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has miss-

ing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
y To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the

washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before

attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

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WARNING

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion,
electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, CARE, CLEANING AND DISPOSAL

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precau­tions, including the following:

y Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock.
y Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the

finish.
y Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the washer. These substances give off vapors that

could ignite the materials.
y Do not wash items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil. These items may contain some oil after

laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.

y Disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. Turning the

controls to the OFF position does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply. Failure to follow

this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y Do not combine laundry products for use in one load unless specified on the label.
y Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar. Follow package directions when us-

ing laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas, resulting in serious injury or death.
y Do not reach into the washer while parts are moving. Before loading, unloading, or adding items, press

the START/PAUSE button and allow the drum to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside. Failure

to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the

washer is used near children. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances. Fail-

ure to comply with these warnings could result in serious injury to persons or death.

y Destroy the carton, plastic bag, and other packing materials after the washer is unpacked. Children

might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become airtight

chambers. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious injury to persons or death.
y Keep laundry products out of children’s reach. To prevent injury to persons, observe all warnings on

product labels. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious injury to persons or death.
y Remove the lid to the washing compartment to avoid the danger of children or small animals getting

trapped inside before your washer is removed from service or discarded. Failure to do so can result in

serious injury to persons or death.

y Keep hands and foreign objects clear of the lid and latch area when closing the lid. Failure to keep hands

clear can result in personal injury.

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS

KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS

INVERTER DIRECT DRIVE MOTOR

A

The inverter motor, which is directly con­nected to the tub, produces little noise and
vibration and offers great durability and
long lifespan.

ULTRA CAPACITY & NEVERUST™

B

STAINLESS STEEL TUB

The efficient design provides you with ultra
large capacity but without making the cabi­net larger or the drum any deeper for easy
installation and use.

TURBO WASH™

C

Turbo Wash™ reduces wash time without
compromising performance. The precise
drum movements and powerful water jets
allow for faster soaking, while the Smart
Rinse™ Jet Spray allows for quicker rins­ing, saving you up to 20 minutes per load
without sacrificing washing performance.

OXI SANITIZE™

D

This cycle combines the cleaning perfor­mance of the LG washer with oxi-cleaning
products, which are released at just the right
time to deliver sanitary cycle performance
without the excess energy wasted on hot
water in typical sanitary cycles. It was certi­fied by the NSF, an independent, third-party
testing and certification organization.

Dispenser box

(See page 15)

Bleach

box

Tub

Drain

Hose

Hot Water
Inlet valve

Cold Water
Inlet valve

Lid

Control panel
(See page 17)

Leveling feet

Power
Cord

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FRONT CONTROL TOUCH PANEL

E

The front control touch panel is specially de­signed to be water resistant with LG’s Hy­droShield™ technology, while also deliver­ing ergonomic efficiency by eliminating the
need to have to reach for controls as with
traditional rear-control units. In addition, the
soft touch buttons also add a premium feel.

SLAM PROOF™LID

F

The Slam Proof™ lid is a safety device that
closes the lid slowly. The Slam Proof™
hinges allow the lid to close gently and qui­etly, helping prevent injuries.

SMART DIAGNOSIS™

G

If you ever experience an issue with your
LG washer, you don’t have to worry. The
SmartDiagnosis™ feature helps the ser­vice center diagnose problems over the
phone, or with a simple app on your smart
phone, helping you minimize costly, incon­venient service calls.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

y Tie Strap (for securing drain hose)

NOTE: Contact LG Customer Service at 1-800-243 ­0000 (1-888- 542-2623 in Canada) if any accessories
are missing or to purchase accessories.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION

WARNING

y The washer is heavy. Two or more people

are required when moving and unpacking the
washer. Failure to do so may result in damage

to property or serious bodily harm.

y Store and install the washer where it will not

be exposed to temperatures below freezing
or exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
Failure to follow this warning can cause seri­ous injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y Properly ground washer to conform with all

electric governing codes and ordinances. Fail-

ure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

y To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not

install the washer in humid spaces. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury,
fire, electric shock, or death.

y To ensure proper air flow, do not block the

large opening on the bottom of the washer
with carpeting or other materials.

y Do not remove ground prong. Do not use

an adapter or extension cord. Plug into a
grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this

warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric
shock, or death.

POWER OUTLET

y The power outlet must be within 60 in. (1.5 m) of

either side of the washer.
y The appliance and outlet must be positioned so

that the plug is easily accessible.
y Do not overload the outlet with more than one ap-

pliance.
y The outlet must be grounded in accordance with

current wiring electric codes and regulations.
y Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommend-

ed.

NOTE: It is the personal responsibility and obligation
of the product owner to have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified service technician.

FLOORING

y To minimize noise and vibration, the washer MUST

be installed on a solidly constructed floor.
y Allowable slope under the entire washer is a maxi-

mum 1 in. difference from side to side or from

front to back.
y Installing on carpeting and soft tile surfaces is not

recommended.
y Never install the washer on a platform or weakly sup-

ported structure.

NOTE: The washer must be installed on firm flooring
to minimize vibration during the spin cycle. Concrete
flooring is best, but a wood floor is sufficient, pro­vided it is built to FHA standards. The washer should
not be installed on rugs or exposed to weather.

40 1/8”

(102 cm)

1”

(2.5cm)

27”

(68.6 cm)

1”

(2.5cm)

To ensure sufficient clearance for water lines and
airflow, allow minimum clearances of at least 1 in.
(2.5 cm) at the sides and 4 in. (10 cm) behind the
unit. Be sure to allow for wall, door, or floor mold­ings that may increase the required clearances.

32 ”

(81.1 cm)

28 3/8”

(72.1 cm)

3 2/4”

(9 cm)

55 1/8”

(140 cm)

(with open lid)

26 3/4”

(68 cm)

Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead
shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 56 in.

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UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIP­PING MATERIAL

1. After removing the carton and shipping material,
lift the washer off the foam base. Make sure the
plastic tub support comes off with the base and is
not stuck to the bottom of the washer.

If you must lay th e washer down to remove the base
packaging materials, always protect the side of the
washer and lay it carefully on its side. DO NOT lay
the washer on its front or back.

Plastic Tub Support

Carton Base

2. Save the foam block (that contains the Own­er’s Manual, parts and laundry product sam­ples) for future use. If the washer must be
moved in the future, this will help prevent
damage to the washer during transportation.

NOTE: To prevent damage, do not remove the
foam block until the washer is at the final location.

3. Carefully remove the two foam pads which cov­er the top sides of the tub guide, making sure
not to leave behind any pieces of the foam.

Pad

4. Unfasten the power cord from the back of the
washer.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

y Adjustable Pliers

y Carpenter's Level

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CONNECTING THE WATER LINES

y LG recommends the use of LG hoses. Any leak-

ing, property damage, or damage to the washing
machine caused by an improper installation or by
the use of Non-LG hoses is not covered under the
terms of the LG warranty and is the sole responsi­bility of the customer and/or an installer.

y Water supply pressure must be between 14.5 psi

and 116 psi (100~80 0 kPa). If the water supply pressure
is more than 116 psi, a pressure reducing valve must
be installed.

y Periodically check the hose for cracks, leaks, and

wear, and replace the hose if necessary.

y Make sure that the water lines are not stretched,

pinched, crushed, or kinked.

y The washer should never be installed or stored in a

location subject to freezing temperatures. Damage to
the water lines and internal mechanisms of the washer
can result. If the washer was exposed to freezing tem­peratures prior to installation, allow it to stand at room
temperature for several hours before use and check for
leaks prior to operation.

Rubber Seal

Rubber Seal

2. Connect the water supply hoses to the HOT and
COLD water faucets tightly by hand and then tight­en another 2/3 turn with pliers.

WARNING

yDo not overtighten.

can result.

3. Always run a gallon or two of water through each
inlet hose to flush dirt, scale and other debris out
of the water lines. Doing so will help prevent future
problems with clogged filter screens, and will also
allow you to verify which hose is hot and which
is cold.

Hot water inlet

Damage to the coupling

Cold water inlet

Water Hose
(to water inlet
on washer)

1. Inspect the threaded fitting on each hose and
make sure there is a rubber seal in place in both
ends.

Wate r Faucet

Water Hose
(to tap)

WARNING

yDo not reuse old hoses.

when you install the washing machine. Old
hoses could leak or burst causing flooding and
property damage.

Only use new hoses

WARNING

yDo not overtighten the hoses.

can damage the valves resulting in leaking and
property damage.

4. Attach the hot water line to the hot water inlet on
the back of the washer. Attach the cold water line
to the cold water inlet on the back of the washer.
Tighten the fittings securely. Turn ON both fau­cets all the way and check for leaks at both ends
of the hoses.

NOTE: Be careful not to cross-thread the hose fit­tings. This will damage the valve and could result in
property damage from leaks.

Overtightening

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CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE

y The drain hose should always be properly secured.

Failure to properly secure the drain hose can result in
flooding and property damage.

y The drain must be installed in accordance with any

applicable local codes and regulations.

y Make sure that the drain hose is not stretched,

pinched, crushed, or kinked.

Drain Hose

OPTION 1: STANDPIPE

Bend the outlet end of the drain hose to form a U
shape. Insert the end of the drain hose into the drain.
If the drain is large enough for the flange on the hose
to fit inside, then do not insert the flange more than
1-2 inches into the drain. Use the tie strap included
with the installation materials in the foam block in
the tub to secure the drain hose to the drain.

If the water valves and drain are built into the wall,

OPTION 2: LAUNDRY TUB

Bend the end of the drain hose to the desired shape
and support it on the edge of the laundry tub. Use
the tie strap to secure the drain hose in place.

Drain Hose

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39”

(99 cm)

39”

(99 cm)

Tie Strap

Tie Strap

fasten the drain hose to one of the water hoses with
the tie strap (ribbed side on inside).

If your drain is a standpipe, fasten the drain hose to
the standpipe with the tie strap provided.

NOTE:

y Normal height of the end of the hose should be ap-

proximately 35”~47” (0.9~1.2 m) from the floor.

y Do not install the end of the drain hose higher

than 96 in. (243.8 cm) above the bottom of the
washer or more than 60 in. (152.4 cm) away from
the washer.

y Never seal the drain hose to the drain such as

with tape. If no air gap is present, water can be
siphoned out of the tub resulting in poor wash/
rinse performance or clothing damage.

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LEVELING THE WASHER

The tub of your new washer spins at very high
speeds. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted
movement, the floor must be a level, solid surface.

NOTE:

• Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary
to level the washer. Extending the leveling feet
more than necessary can cause the washer to
vibrate.

• Before installing the washer, make sure that the
floor is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water
and oils so the washer feet cannot slide easily.
Leveling feet that move or slide on the floor can
contribute to excessive vibration and noise due
to poor contact with the floor.

All four leveling feet must rest solidly on the floor.
Attempt to rock the washer from corner to corner
to make sure that all four leveling feet are in firm
contact with the floor.

1. Position the washer in its final location, taking spe-

cial care not to pinch, strain, or crush the water
and drain lines. Place a level across the top of the
washer.

the cabinet side meets the top cover. Do not place
the level on the top of the lid. Using these sur­faces will result in the washer being unlevel.

Side to Side

Front to Back

Raise

Lower

WARNING

yUsing the washing machine without leveling,

it may result in malfunction caused by the
production of excess vibration and noise.

yUse the leveling feet only when you level the

washing machine.

unnecessarily, it may cause abnormal vibration
of the washing machine.

If you raise the leveling feet

Raise

Lower

2. Adjust the leveling feet. Turn clockwise to raise

the washer or counterclockwise to lower it.

3. To make sure that the washer is properly level,

open the lid and look from above to see if the tub
is centered. If the tub is NOT centered (as shown
in the drawing with the X through it), readjust the
front feet. If you have a level, check your washer
with the level.

y To check if the washer is level from side to side,

place a level on the back edge of the lid.

y To check if the washer is level front to back, place

a level at the side of the washer on the edge where

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CONNECT TO THE POWER SUPPLY

Washer should be plugged into a 120-VAC, 60-Hz
grounded 3 -prong outlet. Plug in the washer.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service technician
if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug pro­vided with the appliance. If it does not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electri­cian. Failure to follow these warnings can cause
serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.

WARNING

yThe power outlet must be within 60 inches (1.5

m) of either side of the washer.

yThe appliance and outlet must be positioned so

that the plug is easily accessible.

yDo not overload the outlet with more than one

appliance.

yThe outlet must be grounded in accordance

with current wiring codes and regulations.

yTime-delay fuse or circuit breaker is

recommended.

yIt is the personal responsibility and obligation

of the product owner to have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

yDo not use a worn or damaged power cord or

power plug. Replace or repair it immediately.

Failure to do so may result in death, fire, electric
shock, or malfunction.

yDo not modify the power cord and take care

not to damage it when installing or moving the
washing machine.

death, fire, electric shock, or malfunction.

yMake sure that the washing machine is

grounded.

yConnect this washing machine to a grounded

outlet conforming to the rating prior to use.

Failure to do so may result in fire, electric
shock, or malfunction.

yDo not use adaptors or extension cords.

washing machine should always be plugged
into its own individual electrical outlet which has
a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
Failure to do so may result in fire, electric shock
or disorder.

yDo not damage or cut off the ground prong of

the power cord.

fire, electric shock, or product malfunction.

Failure to do so may result in

The

Doing so may cause death,

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SORTING WASH LOADS

CAUTION

y Do not load items higher than the top edge of

the tub. Failure to follow this caution can result

in leakage or damage to fabrics.

y Use the BULK Y cycle for buoyant or nonabsor-

bent items such as pillows or comforters. Fail-

ure to follow this caution can result in leakage.

y If possible, do not wash any water-resistant

items. If you must, please select the BULK Y
cycle.

GROUPING SIMILAR ITEMS

For the best washing results, and to reduce the pos­sibility of damage to clothing, care should be taken
to sort the clothing into loads that are made up of
similar items.

Mixing different fabric types and/or soil levels can
result in poor wash performance, color transfer, dis­coloration, fabric damage or linting. Fabrics should
be sorted into groups as described below.

COLORS

Sort articles by color. Wash dark clothes together
in a separate load from light colors or whites. Mix­ing dark clothes with light clothes can result in dye
transfer or discoloration of the lighter clothes.

SOIL LEVEL

Wash heavily soiled clothing together. Washing
lightly soiled clothing in the same load with heav­ily soiled clothing could result in poor wash perfor­mance for the lightly soiled clothing.

FAB RIC TYPE

Delicate articles should not be mixed with heavier
or sturdier fabric types. Washing heavier fabrics in
a delicate load can result in poor wash performance
for the heavier fabrics and possible damage to the
delicates.

LINT TYPE

Some fabrics attract and bind lint to them while oth­ers give off lint in the laundry process. Avoid mixing
these lint collectors and lint producers in the same
load. Mixing these fabrics will result in pilling and
linting on the lint collectors. (For example, lint collec­tor – knit sweater; lint producer – terry cloth towels.)

SORT LAUNDRY…

By Colors By Soil By Fabric By Lint

White Heavy Delicates Lint Producer
Lights Normal Easy Care Line Collector
Darks Light Sturdy

FABRIC CARE LABELS

Many articles of clothing include a fabric care label.
Using the chart below, adjust the cycle and option
selections to care for your clothing according to the
manufacturer’s recommendations.

Fabric Care Labels

LOADING THE WASHER

y Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty.

Items such as clips, matches, pens, coins, and keys
can damage both your washer and your clothes.

y Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to prevent

these items from snagging or tangling on other

clothes.
y Pretreat heavily stained areas for best results.
y Combine large and small items in a load. Load large

items first.
y Large items should not be more than half of the

total wash load.
y The washer can be fully loaded, but the tub should

not be tightly packed with items. The lid of the

washer should close easily.
y To prevent an out- of-balance load, do not wash sin-

gle items. Add one or two similar items to the load.

Large, bulky items, such as a blanket, comforter, or

bedspread, should be washed individually.
y Do not wash or spin waterproof items, such as rain

coats, sleeping bags, etc.
y The washer will not fill or operate with the lid open.

NOTE: Use the BULKY cycle for large or bulky items
such as poly-filled jackets, comforters, pillows, etc.
These items may not be as absorbent as other laundry
items and should be sorted into a separate wash load
for optimal results.

Bulky items should be placed as far down in the tub
as possible for optimal results. Always place buoy­ant items at the bottom of the tub. The washer will
automatically detect the load size. Because of the
high-efficiency wash system, the water level may not
completely cover the load.

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15

ABOUT THE DISPENSERS

The automatic dispenser consists of two compart­ments which hold:

y Liquid fabric softener.
y Liquid or powdered detergent for main wash.

Main Wash

Powder Detergent

Liquid Fabric

Softener

Compartment

Compartment

Dispenser Drawer

MAIN WASH DETERGENT COMPARTMENT

This compartment holds laundry detergent for the
main wash cycle. The detergent is added to the load
at the beginning of the cycle. Always use High-Effi­ciency (HE) detergent with your washing machine.
Either powdered or liquid detergent may be used.

Never exceed the manufacturer’s recommenda­tions when adding detergent. Using too much deter­gent can result in detergent buildup in clothing and
the washer.

When using liquid detergent, make sure the liquid
detergent cup and insert are in place. Do not exceed
the maximum fill line.

When using powdered detergent, remove the liquid
detergent cup from the compartment. Powdered
detergent will not dispense with the liquid detergent
cup in place.

FABRIC SOFTENER COMPARTMENT

This compartment holds liquid fabric softener,
which is automatically dispensed during the final
rinse cycle.

Never exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations
when adding softener. Using too much fabric soft­ener can result in buildup in clothing and the washer.
Either powdered or liquid fabric softener may be
used.

y Always follow the manufacturer’s recommenda-

tions when adding fabric softener. Do not exceed
the maximum fill line. Using too much fabric soft­ener may stain clothes.

y Dilute concentrated fabric softeners with warm

water. Do not exceed the maximum fill line.

y Never pour fabric softener directly onto the load

or into the tub.

Main Wash

Liquid Detergent

Compartment

Insert

Liquid Bleach
Compartment

LIQUID BLEACH COMPARTMENT

The bleach dispenser is a separate compartment
at the left front of the tub opening. This compart­ment holds liquid bleach, which is dispensed auto ­matically at the proper time during the wash cycle.
The dispenser is activated twice to ensure complete
dispensing of the bleach. Any liquid remaining in
the dispenser at the end of the cycle is water, not
bleach.

y Do not add powdered bleach to this compartment.

The bleach compartment is designed to dispense
liquid bleach only. Powdered or liquid color-safe
bleach will not dispense properly.

y Always follow the manufacturer’s recommenda-

tions when adding bleach. Never add more than
one cup and do not exceed the maximum fill line
since this can cause the bleach to be dispensed
immediately, resulting in damage to fabrics. Using
too much bleach can damage fabrics.

y Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach di-

rectly onto the load or into the tub. Fabric damage
can occur.

y Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in

the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

DANGER

Do NOT mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or ac­ids, such as vinegar or rust/scale remover. Mix-

ing chemicals like these can produce a lethal gas,
resulting in severe injury or death.

DETERGENT AND DISPENSER USE

A WORD ABOUT DETERGENTS

High-Ef ficiency (HE) detergents produce fewer suds,
dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and
rinsing performance, and help to keep the interior of
your washer cl ean. Using detergent t hat is not HE may
cause oversudsing and unsatisfactory performance
which could result in error codes, cycle failure, and
machine damage.

Maximum

Normal Load Amount

Liquid

Detergent

Detergent

Powder

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For proper wash performance, always measure the
detergent using the measurements provided by the
detergent manufacturer.

The normal amount of HE detergent needed, for
average loads, is less than ½ of the recommended
maximum. Use less detergent for soft water, light
soil or smaller loads. Never use more than the
maximum amount recommended by the detergent
manufacturer.

DESIGNED TO USE ONLY
HIGH-EFFICIENCY (HE)
DETERGENT

IM P O R TA NT: Your washing machine is designed for
use with only High- Efficiency (HE) detergents. HE
detergents are formulated specifically for High-Effi­ciency washers and contain suds-reducing agents.
Always look for the HE symbol when purchasing
detergent.

IM P O R TA NT: Not all detergents are the same. Pay
careful attention to the amount of detergent used
to avoid oversudsing, poor rinsing and detergent
buildup in clothing, and residue buildup that can
contribute to odors in the machine. NEVER use a
cup or scoop other than the one supplied by the
manufacturer of the detergent you are using. Never
use more than the maximum amount of detergent
recommended by the manufacturer. A full scoop or
measure of detergent should only be used for very
large and heavily soiled loads. Using too much de ­tergent can result in detergent buildup in the washer
and in your clothes.

Always measure the detergent amount. While HE
detergents are designed for this type of washing
machine, be careful when measuring the detergent.
For most normal loads, no more than 1/4 to 1/2 of
cap or scoop of HE detergent should be used.

NOTE:

• Extra care must be exercised when using 2X
and 3X concentrated detergents because even
a little bit extra can contribute to the problems
mentioned above.

• Detergents designated as HE compatible may
not provide optimal results.

USING THE SOFTENER AND DETERGENT
DISPENSER

To add detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to the
automatic dispenser:

1. Open the dispenser drawer.

2. Load the laundry products into the appropriate

compartments.

3. Close the drawer before starting the cycle.

4. If using fabric softener on NORMAL or HEAVY
DUTY cycles, press the FABRIC SOFTENER but­ton or select the EX TRA RINSE option.

NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of water to
remain in the bleach and softener compartments at
the end of the cycle.

IM P O R TA NT: Do not place or store laundry prod­ucts, such as detergent, bleach, or liquid fabric soft­ener, on top of your washer or dryer. Wipe up any
spills immediately. These products can damage the
finish and controls.

USING THE LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER

Bleach

The bleach dispenser automatically dilutes and dis­penses liquid bleach at the proper time in the wash
cycle.

1. Check clothing care labels for special instructions.

2. Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instruc­tions on the bottle. High-efficiency washers use
less water, so less bleach is needed. One half cup is
enough for most loads.

3. Carefully pour the pre-measured amount of bleach
directly into the bleach dispenser. If you are using
powdered bleach of any kind, pour it directly into the
tub before adding the laundry. Never add powdered
bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser.

y Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly

onto clothes or into the tub.

y Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser.
y Do not place laundry items on top of the bleach dis-

penser when loading and unloading the washer.

y Always measure and pour bleach carefully. Avoid

overfilling or splashing when adding bleach to the
dispenser. The maximum capacity of the bleach dis­penser is one cup of bleach per wash cycle. Overfill­ing could result in bleach being dispensed immedi­ately, which can result in damage to the clothes in the
washer.

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HOW TO USE

CONTROL PANEL FEATURES

E F A

POWER (ON/OFF) BUTTON

A

Press to turn the washer ON. Press
again to turn the washer OFF. Pressing
the POWER button during a cycle will
cancel that cycle and any load settings
will be lost. The lid will unlock after a
brief pause.

NOTE: If there is any water remaining
in the tub after the washer shuts off, it
will drain following a five minute delay.
The washer can be restarted any time
before the drain begins. However, once
the water begins to drain, all functions
will be suspended until the water has
been completely drained and the washer
shuts of f.

CYCLE SELECTOR BUTTON

B

Press the Cycle Button repeatedly until
the desired cycle is selected. Once the
desired cycle has been selected, the
standard presets will appear in the dis­play. These settings can be adjusted
using the cycle setting buttons anytime
before starting the cycle.

NOTE: To protect your clothing, not all
settings are available on all cycle selec­tions.

D

CB

START/PAUSE BUTTON

C

Press this button to start the selected
cycle. If the washer is running, use this
button to pause the cycle without losing
the current settings.

NOTE: If you do not press the START/
PAUSE button within five minutes of se­lecting a cycle, the washer automatically
turns OFF and all cycle settings are lost.
Any water remaining in the tub will drain
after a five minute delay.

CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS

D

Use these buttons to adjust the settings
for the selected cycle. The setting lights
above the buttons illuminate to show the
current selection.

SPECIAL CYCLE AND OPTION BUTTONS

E

These buttons allow you to select special
cycles or options.

TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY

F

The display shows the cycle status and
estimated time remaining.

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TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY

The time and status display shows the estimated time remaining and cycle progress.

D

A

CYC L E STATUS I N D I C ATOR

A

These LEDs will illuminate when a cycle
is selected to indicate which stages will
run. When a cycle is running, the LED for
the active stage will blink, and the LEDs
for the remaining stages will remain
steady. Once a stage is complete, the
LED will turn off. If a cycle is paused, the
active stage LED will stop blinking.

DELAY WASH INDICATOR

B

The Delay Wash Indicator will illuminate
when a delay wash is set. The indica­tor light will turn off once the cycle has
started.

B

C

D

C

ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING

When a cycle is selected, the default
time for that cycle is displayed. This time
will change as modifiers or options are
selected. Once the START/PAUSE but­ton is pressed, the washer will measure
the size of the load. The estimated time
may change once the load size has been
measured. If Delay Wash is set, the re­maining delay time counts down until the
cycle begins.

NOTE: The time shown is only an esti­mate. This time is based on normal oper­ating conditions. Several external factors
(load size, room temperature, incoming
water temperature, etc.) can affect the
actual time.

LID LOCK INDICATOR

The Lid lock indicator will illuminate once
a cycle has started. The indicator light
will stay on until the cycle is paused,
stopped or has finished.

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OPERATING THE WASHER

Softener

Detergent

Bleach

SORT LAUNDRY AND LOAD THE WASHER

1

Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color and
load size, as needed. Open the lid and load items
into the washer.

CLEANING PRODUCT

2

Add High-Efficiency (HE) detergent to the deter­gent dispenser. If bleach or fabric softener is to
be used, add these to the appropriate dispenser.

TURN ON THE WASHER

3

Press the POWER button to turn ON the washer.
The lights above the cycle buttons will illuminate
and a chime will sound.

CYCLE SELECTOR BUTTON

4

Press the Cycle Button repeatedly until the desired
cycle is selected. The preset Wash Temp., Spin
Speed, Soil Level, Special Use and option settings
for that cycle will be shown. Pressing the Start
Pause button without selecting a cycle will cause
the NORMAL cycle to begin immediately.

ADJUST SETTINGS

5

Default settings for the selected cycle can now
be changed, if desired, using the cycle modifier
and option buttons.

NOTE: Not all modifiers and options are available
on all cycles. A different chime will sound and the
LED will not come on if the selection is not allowed.

BEGIN CYCLE

6

Press the START/PAUSE button to begin the
cycle. The lid will lock, and the washer will agi­tate briefly without water to measure the weight
of the load. If the START/PAUSE button is not
pressed within 5 minutes, the washer will shut
off and all settings will be lost.

ADD GARMENTS LIGHT

7

The ADD GARMENTS light will illuminate near
the beginning of the wash cycle to indicate when
it is safe to add items to the load. Press the
START/PAUSE button to pause the cycle and add
garments to the load. Press the START/PAUSE
button to resume the cycle.

NOTE: It is not recommended to add items un­less the ADD GARMENTS light is illuminated, as
this could result in poor performance.

END OF CYCLE

8

When the cycle is finished, a melody will sound.
Immediately remove your clothing from the
washer to reduce wrinkling.

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WARNING

yTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,

INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

read the IMPORTANT SAFETY

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CYCLE GUIDE

The cycle guide below shows the default settings, available options
and recommended fabric types for each cycle. Allowable modifier ad­justments are shown below the default setting for each cycle.

Cycle

Normal

Heavy Duty

Bulky

Bright
Whites™

OXI
SANITIZE™

Tub Cle an

Fabric or

Load Type

Cotton, linen,
towels, shirts,
sheets, jeans,
mixed loads

Heavy soiled
cotton fabrics

Large items such
as blankets and
comforters

* Use the BULKY cycle for items such as pillows, comforters, pet bedding and other articles which have
difficultly absorbing water. 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. Keep like items
together; do not mix large bulky items with smaller clothing items. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in damage to the clothing or to the washer.

White fabrics

Cotton, under­wear, pillow cov­ers, bed sheets,
baby wear. (less
than 11 lbs.)

Refer to page

27.

Wash

Temp.

Warm High Normal
Hot
Eco Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Warm High Heavy

Hot
Eco Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Warm High Normal

Hot
Eco Warm
Cold
Tap Cold

Hot Medium Heavy
Warm

Eco Warm

Hot High Heavy

Hot High Light

Spin

Speed

Extra High
Medium
No Spin

Extra High
Medium
Low
No Spin

Extra High
Medium
Low
No Spin

Extra High
High
Low
No Spin

Extra High
Medium
Low
No Spin

Soil

Level

Heavy
Light

Normal
Light

Heavy
Light

Normal
Light

Normal
Light

Turbo
Wash™

Soak

Stain

Care™

= Default Setting

Cold

Wash™

=

AVAILABLE OPTION

Extra

Water

Rinse

Plus

Softener

Fabric

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CYCLE GUIDE

The cycle guide below shows the default settings, available options
and recommended fabric types for each cycle. Allowable modifier ad­justments are shown below the default setting for each cycle.

Cycle

Perm. Press

Towels

Power
Cleanse

Speed Wash

Wool

Delicates

NOTE:

To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available with
every cycle. A chime will sound and the LED will not light if the selection is not allowed.

*When a cycle is selected, the default time for that cycle is displayed. This time will change as modifiers or
options are selected. Once the START/PAUSE button is pressed, the washer will measure the size of the
load. The estimated time may change once the load size has been measured. The washer automatically
adjusts the wash time for the amount of laundry, water pressure, water and other operating conditions.

Fabric or

Load Type

Dress shirts/
pants, wrinkle­free clothing, poly/
cotton blend cloth­ing, table- cloths

Towels, shirts,
sheets, jeans,
mixed loads

Towels, shirts,
sheets, jeans,
mixed loads

Lightly soiled and
small loads

Item labeled
machine washable
wool (less than
8 lbs.)

Dress shirts/
blouses, nylons,
sheer or lacy gar­ments (less than
8 lbs.)

Wash
Temp.

Warm Medium Normal
Eco Warm

Cold
Tap Cold

Warm High Normal
Hot
Eco Warm

Cold
Tap Cold

Warm Medium Normal
Hot
Eco Warm

Cold
Tap Cold

Warm High Light

Eco Warm
Cold
Tap Cold

Warm Low Light
Eco Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Tap Cold Low Light

Warm
Eco Warm
Cold

Spin

Speed

High
Low
No Spin

Extra High
Medium
Low
No Spin

Extra High
High
Low
No Spin

Extra High
Medium
Low
No Spin

Medium
No Spin

High
Medium
No Spin

Soil

Level

Heavy
Light

Heavy
Light

Heavy
Light

Heavy
Normal

Heavy
Normal

Heavy
Normal

Turbo
Wash™

Soak

Stain

Care™

=

AVAILABLE OPTION

= Default Setting

Cold

Extra

Wash™

Rinse

Water

Plus

Fabric

Softener

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MAIN CYCLE

Wash cycles are designed for the best wash
performance for each type of load. Select the cycle
that best matches the load contents for maximum
wash performance and fabric care. Turn the knob to
desired cycle. When you select a wash cycle, the
light for the corresponding wash cycle will turn on.
See page 19,
details on operating methods.

OPERATING THE WASHER

NORMAL

Use this cycle to wash all normal items, except
delicate fabrics such as wool or silk.

Pressing the Start Pause button without

NOTE:

selecting a cycle will cause the NORMAL cycle to
begin immediately using the default settings.

HE AV Y DUT Y

This cycle is for washing heavily soiled laundry using
more powerful wash motions.

NOTE: Please Note

(20 lbs and greater), the soak option algorithm is
tweaked and optimized in order to deliver the best
performance. During the soaking process, there will
be brief periods of no agitation upwards of 2 minutes
in order to allow the detergent to fully dissolve and
be rinsed from the load. This is intended by design
and is no cause for concern.

that for maximum capacity loads

BULKY

This cycle is for washing blankets or bulky items.

NOTE: Using the BULKY Cycle with a low spin
speed is recommended when washing water-proof
or water-resistant items, to help protect the fabric’s
properties.

BRIGHT WHITES™

This cycle is for washing white items only.

OXI SANITIZE™

This wash cycle reduces 99.9% of bacteria on
laundry when used in conjunction with bleach
without high energy consumption.

NOTE:

yFollow the product manufacturer’s instructions

for using Oxi products with this cycle.

yNever load powdered products into the liquid

bleach dispenser. Doing so can result in the
product not being dispensed or being dispensed
incorrectly. Powders can clog the bleach
dispenser, resulting in leaks or damage to the
washer or your clothing.

, for more

Sanitization Performance of Residential and
Commercial, Family Sized Clothes Washers

TUB CLEAN

Use this cycle to clean the tub of your washing
machine.

PERM.PRESS

This cycle is for washing items such as wrinkle-free
clothes or tablecloths to minimize wrinkles.

Protocol P172

TOWELS

Use this cycle for washing towels, shirts, jeans and
mixed loads.

POWER CLEANSE

Use this cycle for high rinse efficiency through the
increased use of water.

SPEED WASH

Use the Speed Wash cycle to quickly wash lightly
soiled clothing and small load. For high wash and rinse
efficiency, it is recommended to wash small loads of
2-3 lightly soiled garments.

Use a little detergent in this cycle. If you

NOTE:

want more rinsing, you can add extra rinse by
using the Extra Rinse button.

WOOL

This cycle is for washing shrinkable woolen or hand­washable items requiring delicate care. Only wash
woolen items that are labeled machine washable or
hand-washable.

NOTE:

yLaundry weight should be less than 8 pound (3.6

kg) to prevent damage to the fabric.

yUse only natural or wool-safe detergent

harmless to fabrics and load 1/2 of the normal
amount of detergent.

yThe WOOL cycle uses a gentle wash action and

low speed spin for the ultimate fabric care.

DELICATES

This cycle is for washing lingerie or sheer and lacy
clothes which can easily be damaged.

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CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS

Each cycle has default settings that are selected
automatically. You may also customize these set­tings using the cycle modifier buttons. Press the
button for the desired modifier until the indicator
light for the desired setting is lit. The washer auto­matically adjusts the water level for the type and
size of wash load for best results and maximum
efficiency. Due to the high-efficiency nature of this

WAS H T E MP.

WASH TEMP. selects the wash and rinse tem­perature combination for the selected cycle. Press
the WASH TEMP. button until the indicator light
for the desired setting is lit. All rinses use tap cold
water.

y Select the water temperature suitable for the

type of load you are washing. Follow the gar­ment fabric care labels for best results.

y Warm rinses are regulated at approximately 74°F

(23°C).

y Warm rinses leave the clothes dryer than cold

rinses, but will result in increased energy con­sumption and greater wrinkling of clothes.

y Cold rinses use less energy. The actual cold

rinse temperature depends on the temperature
of the cold water at the faucet.

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product, water levels may be much lower than ex­pected. This is normal and cleaning/rinsing perfor­mance will not be compromised.

NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/
rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option
is available with every cycle. A chime will sound and
the LED will not light if a selection is not allowed.

SOIL LEVEL

Adjusting the soil level setting will modify the cycle
times and/or wash actions. Press the SOIL LEVEL
button until the desired soil level is selected.

NOTE: This feature needs more time for heavily
soiled loads or less time for lightly soiled loads.

SPECIAL USE

Pressing the SPECIAL USE button will allow you
to select additional features, such as Soak, Stain
Care™, Spin Only, and Rinse+Spin. Pressing the
SPECIAL USE button before selecting a cycle will
automatically default to the NORMAL cycle with
the Soak feature selected.

SPIN SPEED

Higher spin speeds extract more water from
clothes, reducing drying time and saving energy.

Press the SPIN SPEED button until the desired
speed is selected. Some fabrics, such as delicates,
require a slower spin speed. To protect your cloth­ing, not all spin speeds are available for all cycles.

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SPECIAL USE FEATURES

After selecting a cycle, press the SPECIAL USE but­ton to select additional features for your load.

NOTE:

y To protect your garments, not every feature is

available with every cycle.

y If the START/PAUSE button is not pressed within

five minutes to start the cycle, the control will
shut off and all settings will be lost.

SOAK

This option provides a 30 minute presoak prior to the
start of the selected cycle. Use the SOAK option to
presoak garments to help remove difficult spots or
stains on fabrics. At the end of the presoak time, the
selected cycle will begin with the same water used
for the soak.

NOTE: You cannot setect the SOAK option in the
TUB CLEAN cycle.

STAIN CARE™

Use this option for heavily soiled loads that need
improved stain treatment. When Stain Care™ is se­lected, the wash cycle will begin with warm water
to help prevent the setting of certain types of stains.
Then, as the cycle progresses, hot water will be add­ed to gradually increase the water temperature to
help remove stains that require treatment at higher
temperatures.

NOTE:

y Best results are obtained with smaller loads (less

than 6 lbs.)

y If you select STAIN CARE™, the COLDWASH™

option is not available.

RINSE + SPIN

Select this option to rinse and spin a load separately
from a regular cycle. This can be helpful in prevent­ing fresh stains from setting in fabrics. You can
change the spin speed by pressing the SPIN SPEED
button.

1. Press the POWER button to turn on the washer.

2. Press the SPE CIAL USE but ton until the RINSE+SP IN
indicator light is lit. (The cycle light will turn off.)

3. Press the START/PAUSE button to start the cycle.

SPECIAL DRAIN FEATURE

This washer is equipped with a special feature that
is designed to make your washer as safe as pos­sible. If the washer is paused or shut off while there
is still water in the tub, the water will drain automati­cally after several minutes of inactivity. This helps
keep children safe by reducing the possibility of wa­ter remaining in the tub.

Any water remaining in the tub will automatically
drain five minutes after the washer has shut off. If
the washer is paused and the START/PAUSE but­ton is not pressed within 5 minutes, the washer will
shut off and all cycle settings will be lost. Any water
remaining will drain five minutes later.

The washer can be turned on or restarted any time
before the drain begins. However, once the water
begins to drain, all functions will be suspended un­til the water has been completely drained and the
washer shuts off.

SPIN ONLY

Use this option to drain the water from the tub and
spin out the clothes. This can be used, for example,
if the wash cycle is interrupted by a power failure.
The spin speed can be adjusted by using the SPIN
ONLY button.

1. Press the POWER button to turn on the washer.

2. Press the SPECIAL USE button repeatedly until
Spin Only is selected.

3. Press the SPIN SPEED button to select the de­sired spin speed. Selecting NO SPIN is not al­lowed.

4. Press the START/PAUSE button.