Maytag MVWC465HW User Manual

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TOP-LOADING

GUIDE D’UTILISATION

HIGH EFFICIENCY

ET D’ENTRETIEN

WASHER

DE LA LAVEUSE

USE AND CARE GUIDE

HAUTE EFFICACITÉ

 

AVEC CHARGEMENT

 

PAR LE DESSUS

Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.maytag.com

Table of Contents

Table des matières

WASHER SAFETY...................................................................

2

WHAT’S UNDER THE LID......................................................

3

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES....................................

4

CYCLE GUIDE...........................................................................

6

USING YOUR WASHER........................................................

8

WASHER MAINTENANCE...................................................

11

TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................

13

WARRANTY.............................................................................

18

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE..........................

BACK COVER

SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE...............................................

19

CE QUI EST SOUS LE COUVERCLE................................

20

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE

 

ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES.....................................................

21

GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES................................................

23

UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE..........................................

25

ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE............................................

28

DÉPANNAGE...........................................................................

30

GARANTIE...............................................................................

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ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.....COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE

Designed to use only

HE (High Efficiency) detergents.

Conçue pour l’utilisation d’un détergent haute efficacité seulement.

W11159204A

W11159210A-SP

Maytag MVWC465HW User Manual

WASHER SAFETY

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WHAT’S UNDER THE LID

Lid Lock

To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is lit, the lid is locked and cannot be opened without pausing the cycle. When this light is blinking, the washer is paused. When this light is off, the lid can be opened. After the cycle has started, the washer will fill to the appropriate water level. On select cycles, agitation will occur while the basket is filling with water. This is normal. When the washer is done filling, it will begin the wash phase. If you need to open the lid to add a garment after this point, the lid will remain unlocked during the entire agitation portion of the wash phase. The cycle will automatically pause when the lid is opened, and the cycle

will resume once the lid is closed. The lid will lock before the spin phase begins. If you need to pause or stop after this point, you must press the START/PAUSE/CANCEL button and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will only unlock after washer movement has stopped. Depending on when in the cycle you try to pause, it may take from several seconds to several minutes for the lid to unlock. Press START/PAUSE/CANCEL to resume the cycle.

Spray Rinse

Select cycles default to a spray rinse. During these cycles, you

will hear water enter the washer as the tub spins, allowing the rinse water to penetrate clothes. Check the “Cycle Guide” for details.

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component malfunction and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. They should hold soil in suspension so it is not redeposited onto clean clothes. Not all detergents labeled as High Efficiency are identical in formulation and their ability to reduce suds. For example, natural, organic, or homemade HE detergents may generate a high level

of suds. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

Sensing

This washer automatically senses the load size for most cycles, and chooses an appropriate water level according to the load size detected. This washer also performs a series of spins to check for load balance. During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring noise signal that sensing technology is determining if there is an off-balance load.

Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.

Water Level Options

Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and

the washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size. Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer automatically adds more water to any cycle at any time during the wash process.

Normal Sounds You Can Expect

At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds

and noises that are different from those of your previous washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of the spin phase, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There

will be different kinds of humming sounds as the HE agitator tests for load balance or moves the load. And sometimes, you may hear nothing at all, as the washer determines the correct water level for your load or allows time for clothes to soak.

IMPORTANT:

■■ The lid must be closed before the washer basket fills with water and for the wash cycle to start. If the lid is opened, the cycle pauses and all filling/agitation motion halts. Once the lid is closed, the cycle automatically resumes. However, if the Start/Pause/Cancel button is pressed prior to opening the lid, the lid must be closed and the Start/Pause/Cancel button pressed again to resume the cycle.

■■ Rinse Option must be set to either 1 Rinse with Fabric Softener or 2 Rinses with Fabric Softener when using fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. This ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse phase and is evenly distributed.

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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

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Not all features and options are available on all models.

Appearance may vary.

1SOIL LEVEL

Select the setting most suitable for your load. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, select Heavy soil level for more wash time. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, select Light soil level

for less wash time. A lighter soil level setting will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.

2WASH TEMP

Wash Temp senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water.

5WATER LEVEL

Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer will automatically sense the appropriate water level for the load size and type.

Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer will automatically add more water to any cycle at any time during the wash process.

NOTE: Expect longer cycle times due to extended fi ll times when using the Deep Water Wash option.

Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric and soils being washed. For best results, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric, as specifi ed by the garment label instructions.

On some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be cooler than your previous washer.

Even in a coldand cool-water wash, some warm water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.

All rinses are cold.

3WASH CYCLE KNOB

Use the Wash Cycle knob to select cycles on your washer. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

4RINSE OPTION

The following options may be added to most cycles. See “Cycle Guide” for additional details.

1 RINSE

This option is used to limit a cycle to one rinse.

2 RINSES

This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to all wash cycles.

1 RINSE WITH FABRIC SOFTENER

This option must be selected if using fabric softener during a cycle. It ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.

2 RINSES WITH FABRIC SOFTENER

This option turns on both the Fabric Softener and the 2 Rinses option.

6START/PAUSE/CANCEL BUTTON

Press to start the selected cycle. Press again to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. Close the lid and press to restart the cycle. Press and hold to cancel a cycle and pump out the washer.

NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several minutes to unlock the lid.

7PROGRESS LIGHTS

The Progress Lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from your previous washer.

SENSING/FILL

When the Start/Pause/Cancel button is pressed and the Water Level knob is set to Auto Sensing, the washer will fi ll and begin sensing to determine load size and balance. A short but noticeable pause in the cycle action occurs during sensing. This is normal.

Once sensing is complete, the washer will fi ll to the appropriate level for the detected load size and, on select cycles, agitation will occur during fi lling. This, too, is normal. When the washer is done fi lling, it will begin the wash phase of the cycle. To ensure that the most accurate load size is detected, avoid opening the lid during the “Sensing” phase.

NOTE: Sensing and wash phases will be paused by opening the unlocked lid. Close the lid to resume the cycle. If the lid is left open for more than 10 minutes, the washer will cancel the cycle and pump out the water.

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WASH

The washer will fi ll to the correct water level based on the load size and the Water Level selection. Certain cycles may agitate during the fi ll process to boost cleaning. When the wash cycle begins, you will hear the HE agitator increase speed. The motor sounds may change at different stages in the wash cycle while the washer performs different wash actions.

NOTE: The lid will automatically lock after the wash phase completes and before the initial spinout occurs, and will remain locked for the rest of the cycle.

RINSE

Certain cycles use a spray rinse, which adds water to the tub while the basket spins. You may hear the motor turning on briefl y (short hum) to move the basket while fi lling. In some cases, you may also hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer fi lls, rinses, and moves the load.

SPIN

The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper water removal based on the selected cycle and spin speed.

DONE

Once the cycle is complete, the lid will unlock and this light will come on. For best results, promptly remove the load.

LID LOCKED

The Lock feature allows for higher spin speeds. When lit, the lid is locked and

cannot be opened without pausing the cycle. When the light is off, the lid can be opened.

To open the lid after it has been locked, press START/ PAUSE/CANCEL. The lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Press START/ PAUSE/CANCEL while the lid is closed to resume the cycle.

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CYCLE GUIDE

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Recommended settings for best performance are shown in Bold.

Not all cycles and options are available on all models. Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.

Items to wash:

Cycle:

Wash Temp:*

Spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cycle Details:

 

 

 

 

 

Speed:**

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sturdy fabrics,

PowerWash®

Hot

High

Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level

colorfast items,

 

Warm

 

sensing process may take longer for some items than for others

towels, jeans

 

Cool

 

because they will absorb more water than other fabric types.

 

 

Cold

 

Good

Best

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

 

 

Cleaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gentleness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Efficiency

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heavily soiled

Whites

Hot

High

This cycle, when used with chlorine bleach, improves whitening

white fabrics

 

Warm

 

of soiled white fabrics.

 

 

 

Whites

Cool

 

To enhance cleaning, select Whites with Soak, which

 

 

 

with Soak

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

automatically adds about 10 minutes of soak time after the

 

 

 

 

fill phase, and then automatically runs the Whites cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good

Best

 

 

 

 

Cleaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gentleness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Efficiency

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Large items such

Bulky Items

Hot

Low

Use this cycle to wash large items such as jackets and small

as sheets, sleeping

 

Warm

 

comforters. The washer will fill with enough water to wet down

bags, small

 

Cool

 

the load before the wash portion of the cycle begins and uses

comforters, jackets,

 

Cold

 

a higher water level than other cycles.

 

 

small, washable rugs

 

Tap Cold

 

 

 

 

Good

Best

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cleaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gentleness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Efficiency

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cottons, linens, and

Normal

Hot

High

Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed loads.

mixed loads

 

Warm

 

 

 

 

Good

Best

 

 

Cool

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cleaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gentleness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Efficiency

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bright and darkly

Colors

Hot

High

Use this cycle to wash darks and colors, including mixed loads

colored cottons

 

Warm

 

and activewear.

 

 

and mixed loads

Colors

Cool

 

§To enhance cleaning, select Colors with Soak, which

 

 

 

with Soak§

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

automatically adds about 10 minutes of soak time after the

 

 

 

 

fill phase, and then automatically runs the Colors cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good

Best

 

 

 

 

Cleaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gentleness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Efficiency

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Machine-wash silks,

Delicates

Hot

Low

Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled items indicating “Machine

handwash fabrics

 

Warm

 

Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care label. Place small

 

 

Cool

 

items in mesh garment bags before washing. This cycle uses a

 

 

Cold

 

higher, preset water level.

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

 

 

Good

Best

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cleaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gentleness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Efficiency

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: If you are using fabric softener, be sure to select either 1 Rinse with Fabric Softener or 2 Rinses with Fabric Softener. *All rinses are cold.

**Spin speed is integrated into the cycle and cannot be selected or modified.

Efficient use of resources, such as energy and water.

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Items to wash:

Cycle:

Wash Temp:*

Spin

 

Cycle Details:

 

 

 

 

 

Speed:**

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Small loads, cottons,

Quick Wash

Hot

High

Use this cycle to wash small, lightly soiled loads of two or three

polyester, permanent

 

Warm

 

items that are needed in a hurry.

 

 

press

 

Cool

 

 

Good

Best

 

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

Cleaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gentleness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Efficiency

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Swimsuits and items

Rinse &

Cold rinse only

High

Combines a rinse and high-speed spin for loads requiring an

requiring rinsing

Spin

 

 

additional rinse cycle. Use this cycle to complete a load after

without detergent

 

 

 

power interruption or for loads that require rinsing only.

Hand-washed items

Drain &

N/A

High

This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy fabrics

or dripping-wet items

Spin

 

 

or special-care items washed by hand. Use this cycle to drain

 

 

 

 

washer after canceling a cycle or completing a cycle after a

 

 

 

 

power failure.

 

 

No clothes in washer

Clean Washer

Hot

Low

Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of your

 

with affresh®

 

 

washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level.

 

 

 

 

Use with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine

 

 

 

 

bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. This cycle

 

 

 

 

should not be interrupted. See “Washer Care.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the

 

 

 

 

washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. Use this

 

 

 

 

cycle with an empty wash tub.

 

 

NOTE: If you are using fabric softener, be sure to select either 1 Rinse with Fabric Softener or 2 Rinses with Fabric Softener. **All rinses are cold.

**Spin speed is integrated into the cycle and cannot be selected or modified. *Efficient use of resources, such as energy and water.

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USING YOUR WASHER

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

2. Add laundry products

Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the HE agitator and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds.

Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness.

Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.

Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.

Do not dry items if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into fabric.

Treat stains promptly.

Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing.

Helpful Tips:

When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly.

Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.

Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your items.

Add a measured amount of HE

detergent or single-dose laundry packet

into the basket.

If using Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric-softener crystals, add

to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.

IMPORTANT: Use only High Effi ciency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Effi ciency.” Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance.

NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of laundry products to use.

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3. Load laundry into washer

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. For best results, do not pack the load tightly. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the HE agitator; load them in loose piles around the sides

of the basket. Try mixing different-sized items to reduce tangling.

IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer. Items need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.

4. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser

Liquid

Chlorine Bleach

Do not overfi ll, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (236 mL). Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

5. Add fabric softener

Fabric softener

Water

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into dispenser; always follow

manufacturer’s directions for correct amount MAX FILL of fabric softener based on your load size.

Dilute liquid fabric softener by fi lling the

dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See max fi ll line arrows.

IMPORTANT: The Rinse Option knob must be set to either 1 Rinse with Fabric Softener or 2 Rinses with Fabric Softener

when using fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. This ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse phase and is evenly distributed.

Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load

During the fi nal rinse, wait until the washer has completed fi lling and press the START/PAUSE/CANCEL button to pause the washer. Lift the lid and add the measured, recommended amount of liquid fabric softener. Do not use more than the recommended amount. Close the lid and press the START/PAUSE/CANCEL button again to start the washer.

6. Select cycle

Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. For more information, see “Cycle Guide.”

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7. Select soil level

9. Select rinse option and water level

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Once you select a cycle, select the soil level by turning the Soil Level knob to the desired setting.

8. Select wash temperature

Select the number of rinses by turning the Rinse Option knob to the desired setting.

IMPORTANT: The Rinse Option knob must be set to an option “with Fabric Softener” when using the fabric softener dispenser. This ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.

Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer will automatically sense the appropriate water level for the load size and type.

Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer will automatically add more water to any cycle at any time during the wash cycle.

NOTE: The cycle will be longer due to extended fi ll times when using the Deep Water Wash setting.

Once you select a cycle, select the wash temperature by turning the Wash Temp knob to the desired setting.

Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your items.

Wash Temp

Suggested Fabrics

Hot

Whites and pastels

Some cold water is added to save

Durable items

energy. This may be cooler than your

Heavy soils

hot water heater setting.

 

 

 

Warm

Bright colors

Some cold water will be added, so

Moderate to light soils

this may be cooler than what your

 

previous washer provided.

 

 

 

Cool

Colors that bleed

Warm water is added to assist in

or fade

soil removal and to help dissolve

Light soils

detergents.

 

Cool is slightly warmer than Cold.

 

 

 

Cold

Dark colors that

Warm water may be added to assist

bleed or fade

in soil removal and to help dissolve

Light soils

detergents.

 

 

 

Tap Cold

Dark colors that

This is the temperature

bleed or fade

from your faucet.

Light soils

 

 

10. Press START/PAUSE/CANCEL

to begin wash cycle

Press START/PAUSE/CANCEL to start the wash cycle. When the cycle has fi nished, the Done progress light will light. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and avoid rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.

Unlocking the lid to add garments

If you need to add one or two missed garments after the wash has started, simply open the lid and this will pause the cycle. After adding the garments, simply close the lid and the cycle will resume. The washer may add some additional water to offset the added garments.

If, instead, you press Start/Pause/Cancel to pause the cycle and then open the lid to add garments, you will need to press Start/Pause/Cancel after closing the lid to resume the cycle.

NOTE: Washer will not fi ll with the lid open.

IMPORTANT: If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes, the water will pump out automatically.

Manual soak

If you would like to manually soak your garments at any time during the wash portion of the cycle, press START/PAUSE/ CANCEL and leave the lid closed. Once your desired soak time has elapsed, press START/PAUSE/CANCEL again to continue the cycle. As long as the lid remains closed, your soak time can be longer than 10 minutes. However, if the lid is opened during the soak and remains open for more than 10 minutes, the water will pump out automatically.

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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 Effi ciency (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:

Clean Washer Cycle

This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination with affresh® Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach to clean the inside of the washer.

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 cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of the washer.

g.Press the START/PAUSE/CANCEL button to start the cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must be interrupted, press START/PAUSE/CANCEL once. After the cycle has stopped, run a Rinse & Spin cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

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 START/PAUSE/CANCEL button to start the cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must be interrupted, press START/PAUSE/CANCEL once. After the cycle has stopped, run a Rinse & Spin cycle to rinse bleach from washer.

Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:

1.This cycle will fi ll 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 fi nd some residue buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from the dispensers, wipe them with an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe or a damp cloth and towel dry either before or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. 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 an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe, a soft, damp cloth, or a sponge to wipe away any spills. Use an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe or only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer surfaces.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s fi nish, do not use abrasive products.

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NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1.Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2.Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid fl ooding due to water-pressure surge.

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Some water may stay in hoses, and freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1.Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer on Rinse & Spin cycle for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

1.Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow “Winter Storage Care” directions before moving.

3.Disconnect drain hose from drain system and drain any remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer.

4.Unplug power cord.

5.Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.

6.Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.

7.Place packing tray from original shipping materials back inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in new location. Transport washer

in upright position.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving:

1.Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect washer.

2.Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1.Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets.

2.Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3.Run washer through Bulky Items cycle to clean washer and remove any antifreeze. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size load.

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