Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely.
Cleaning
Exterior
your washer
Interior
Clean interior with 250 mL (1 cup) of chlorine bleach mixed with 500 mL (2 cups) of detergent. Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water. Repeat process if necessary. NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using cleaners labeled as washer safe only.
Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occasionally wipe the outside of I the washer to keep it looking lii!iil like new. Do not put sharp or metal objects in your washer. They can damage the finish. Check all pockets for pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets.
Winter
storage
or moving
care
Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it. To winterize washer: 1. Shut off both water faucets. 2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 3. Put 1L (1 quart) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket. 4. Run washer on a drain and spin setting (see page 8) for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. 5. Unplug the power supply cord.
To use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Reconnect water inlet hoses. 3. Turn on both water faucets. 4. Reconnect power supply cord. 5. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 250 mL (1 cup) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.
