Washer Care; Washer Maintenance; Water Inlet Hoses - Whirlpool 6AWTW5550XW1 Use And Care Manual

9.
Select cycle options
Model 6AWTW5700XW1
Select any other cycle options you may wish to add, if not
previously set. Some cycles will automatically add certain
options such as Deep Clean or Extra Rinse. These can be
turned off, if desired.
NOTE: Not all options are available with all cycles.
10.
Press START/Pause/Unlock to
begin wash cycle
Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the wash cycle.
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will light and
the end of cycle signal will sound (if set). Promptly remove
garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce
wrinkling, and rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.
Unlocking the lid to add garments:
If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/Pause/Unlock; the lid will unlock
once the washer movement has stopped.
This may take several minutes if the load
was spinning at high speed. Then close
lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again
to restart the cycle.
If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes the water will
pump out automatically.

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.
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WASHER CARE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean
and Performing at its Best
1. Always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions
regarding the amount of detergent to use. Never use more
than the recommended amount because that may increase
the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate
inside your washer, which in turn may result
in undesirable odor.
2. Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not
exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better
job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent
accumulate.
3. Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help dry
out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing
residue.
Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer
Read these instructions completely before beginning the
routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer
Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum,
once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs
sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may
otherwise accumulate in your washer.
Cleaning the Inside of the Washer
To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions
provided above, and use this recommended monthly cleaning
procedure:
Recommended Cycle for Cleaning the Washer
Refer to the "Cycle Guide" for the optimal cycle for cleaning
the inside of the washer. Use this cycle with affresh
Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach as described below.
Begin procedure
1. Chlorine Bleach Procedure:
a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing
or items.
b. Add 236 mL (1 cup) 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/Unlock button to start the cycle.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock once or twice
(depending on model). After the cycle has stopped, run a
RINSE & SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.
Cleaning the Dispensers
After a period of using your washer, you may find some
residue buildup in the washer's dispensers. To remove residue
from the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth and towel
dry. Do not attempt to remove the dispensers or trim for
cleaning. The dispensers and trim are not removable. If your
model has a dispenser drawer, however, remove the drawer
and clean it before or after you run the Clean Washer cycle.
Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
Cleaning the Outside of the Washer
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills.
Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external
washer surfaces.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not
use abrasive products.
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