Kenmore 796.3146 Series Use & Care Manual page 23

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WARN IN G:
To reduce the risk of
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electric shock, or injury to persons,read and foltow this entire U_ &
Care Guide, includingthe Important Safety Instructions,before operating this washer.
• Unplug the washer _efore c|eaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to fellow this warning can cause seri-
ousinjury, fire, etedric shock,or death.
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Neve_ u_ harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or _lvents to clan the washer° They ill damage the finish.
REGU_R
CLEANING
Cleaning
the Exterior
Proper care of your washer can extend its life. The outside
of the machine can be dean_
with warm water and a
mild, n_nabrasive hou_hoJd detergent.
Immediately wipe off any spiffs with a soft, damp cloth.
IMPORTANT."Do _t u_ solven% cleaning a_cohoJs_ or
similar prodS.
Never u_ steel wool or abrasive cleaners
because they can damage the surface,
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and Cleaning of the Interior
Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the wa_er ffd
opening and ffd glass.
Always remove items from the wa_er as s_n as the cycle
is complete. Leaving damp itemsin the washer can cause
wrinkling, color transfe_ and odor. Runthe CLaN WASH-
ERcycle orate a month, or more often if needed, to remove
detergent buffdupand other residue.
Clean Washer Cycle
Remove any clothing
in the tub.
Add liquid chlorine bleach or another tub cleaner
designed specificaffy for cleanlng washers.
- If using liquid chlorine bleach
Add ffquid chlorine bleach to the bleach
compartment.
NOTE: Add one cup of liquid bleach. Do not exceed the
maximum tiff fine and do nat pour undiluted
liquid bleach
dlredty
into the _b
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- If using powdered deane_
Remove the liquid detergent _p and add powder
cleaner to the main wash compartment of the dis-
penser drawer.
- If using a tablet cleaner
Putthe tablet direly
intothe tub.
NOTE:
• Do not add tablet cleaner to the dispenser drawer.
• Do not add any laundry- detergent or fabric s_oftenerto
the dispenser drawer when using CLEAN WASHER.
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Close the lid and pressthe POWER button to turn the
wa_,er ON. Pressthe CLEAN WASHERbutton, then
press the START/PAUSE bJtton to begin the cycle,
Selecting any other cycle after CLEANWASHERhas
been selected ,,viiicause the CLEAN Vv{ASHER cycle to
be can_ffed.
After the cycle endst open the lidand allow
the tub
interior
to dry completely.
Storing the Washer
If the washer will not be used for an extended period of
time and is in an area that could be exposed to freezing
temperatures, perform the following steps to prated the
wa_er from damage.
Turn OFF the water supply.
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Disconn_ hosesfrom water supply and drain water
from hoses.
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Plug the
cord into a properly
grc.Jnded el_ical
power
outlet,
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Add I
of n_toxk r_r_ti_al
vehicle
gallon
(Rv)
a_
tiffeeze to the empty t_aband cl_
the lid. NEVERuse
auto.tire
antifreeze,
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Press the POWER _ffon,
then pros the DRAIN & SPIN
button.
Press the START/PAUSE
button
to activate
the drain pump, Allow
the drain pump to run
for one minute, then press the POWER button to
shut off the washer. This will expel
some of the
antifreeze,
leaving
enough to protect
the washer
from damage.
Unplug the power cord, dry the _b interior with a soft
cloth_and close the lid.
Remove_
inse_ from the dispenser.Drain any water
in the compa_ments and i_ themdry.
Store the washerin an uprig_ positi®.
To remove the antifreeze
from the washer after
storage,
run a complete
EXPRESS Vv'ASH cycle using
detergent.
Do not add laundry to this cycle.
Removing
Mineral
Buildup
if you live in an area with hard water, mineral scale
can form on internal components of the washer. Use of
a water softener is recommended in areas with hard
water.
Use a descale5 such as Vv'asher Magic: ®, to remove
visible mineral buffdup. After descaling, always run the
CLEAN WASHER cycle before washing clothing.
Mineral
scale and other spots may be removed
from
the stainless steel tub using a stainless steel cleaner.
Do
NOT use steel wool or abrasive
cleaners.
Leave the Lid Open
If the washer will not be used for several days_ leave
the lld open overnight to allow the tub to dry.
NOTE: Runthe CLEAN "WASHERcycle once a month, If a
mildewy or musty smell is present, run the dean wa_er
cyde once a week for thr_
consecutive weeks.
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