Washer Clean-Out Cycle Procedure - Whirlpool CHW9050 Service Manual

WASHER CLEAN-OUT CYCLE PROCEDURE

This washer has a special cycle that uses
higher water volumes in combination with
liquid chlorine bleach and hot water to
thoroughly clean the inside of the washer.
NOTES:
n Read these instructions completely before
beginning the cleaning process.
n If necessary, the cleaning cycle may be
interrupted, although after an interruption
of an incomplete washer clean-out cycle,
with the washer empty, run a rinse cycle or
a partial wash cycle to thoroughly rinse the
remaining bleach from the washer. Failure
to do so may cause damage to the washer
and to clothing added for the next cycle.
n To stop the cleaning cycle, enter the
diagnostic mode and press the Colors /
Delicates button.
Begin Procedure:
1. Open the washer door and remove any
clothing or items from the washer.
2. Make sure the door is closed.
3. Open the dispenser drawer and immediately
add 2/3 cup (160 mL) of liquid chlorine
bleach to the bleach compartment.
NOTE: Do not add any detergent to this
cycle. Use of more than 2/3 cup (160 mL)
of bleach will cause product damage over
time.
4. Make sure dispenser drawer is closed.
5. To start the cleaning cycle, refer to the
Special Cycle Mode (See page 6-7).
NOTE: The door will lock, the spin basket
will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock
again, and then the cycle will continue.
6. The cycle will determine if clothing or other
items are in the washer.
a) If no items are detected in the washer, it
will proceed to step 7.
b) If any items are detected in the washer,
4 dashes "----" will appear in the display. In
software versions newer than version E, the
4 dashes were replaced with a scrolling
OUT of ORDER message, otherwise they
are the same. When accessing the code
display mode, "F/34" will be displayed.
Cancel the cycle, then repeat steps 1, 2 and
5 to start the cycle again.
7. Once the cycle has begun, allow the cycle
to be completed.
8. After the cycle is complete, leave the door
open slightly to allow for better ventilation
and drying of washer interior.
Always do the following to maintain
washer freshness:
n Use only "HE" High Efficiency detergent
n Leave the door slightly open after each
cycle to allow for better ventilation and
drying of washer interior.
n Repeat the cleaning procedure monthly,
using 2/3 cup (160 mL) of liquid chlorine
bleach.
n If the procedure does not sufficiently
improve washer freshness, please evaluate
the installation and usage conditions for
other causes.
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