Whirlpool WTW9500EW Use & Care Manual page 14

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 flooding
due to water pressure surge.
CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER
You may find laundry product residue left over in
your dispenser drawer. To remove residue, follow
this recommended cleaning procedure:
1. Gently pull the Load & Go™ drawer past the drawer stop
and out of the washer.
2. Wash in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent.
3. Rinse with warm water.
4. Air dry, or dry with a towel.
5. Place drawer back into slot. Make sure drawer is properly
seated.
IMPORTANT: Load & Go™ drawer is not dishwasher safe.
Cleaning Oxi, Fabric Softener, and Bleach Dispensers
After a period of using your washer, you may find some
residue buildup in the washer's dispensers. To remove
residue from the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth
and towel dry. Do not attempt to remove the dispensers
or trim for cleaning. The dispensers and trim are not
removable. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner if needed.
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage, install and store washer
where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in
hoses, 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.
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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 from drain system.
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord and drain hose over the console
and secure with masking tape.
7. Place foam packing ring from original shipping materials
back inside washer. If you do not have packing ring,
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 the 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/Sheets and Deep Water
Wash cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze,
if used. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use
half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a
medium-size load.