Care And Cleaning; Regular Cleaning - Kenmore 111.2914 User And Care Manual

WARNING:
entire Use & Care Guide, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this washer.
• Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire electric shock, or death.
• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish.

REGULAR CLEANING

Cleaning the exterior
Proper care of your washer can extend its life. The
outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm
water and a mild, nonabrasive household detergent.
Immediately wipe off any spills with a soft, damp cloth.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use solvent, cleaning alcohols,
or similar products. Never use steel wool or abrasive
cleaners because they can damage the surface.
Care and Cleaning of the Interior
Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the washer
lid opening and lid glass.
Always remove items from the washer as soon as the
cycle is complete. Leaving damp items in the washer
can cause wrinkling, color transfer, and odor.
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
protect the washer from damage.
Turn OFF the water supply.
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Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water
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from hoses.
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded
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electrical outlet.
Add 1 gallon of nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV
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antifreeze to the empty tub and close the lid.
NEVER use automotive antifreeze.
Press the POWER button, then press the SPIN SPEED
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button. Press the START/PAUSE button to activate
the drain pump. Allow the drain pump to run for
one minute, then press the a 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 tub interior with a
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soft cloth, and close the lid.
Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Drain any
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water in the compartments and let them dry.
Store the washer in an upright position.
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To remove the antifreeze from the washer after
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storage, run a complete EXPRESS WASH 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 from on internal components of the washer. Use
of a water softener is recommended in areas with
hard water.

CARE AND CLEANING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and follow this
Use a descaler, to remove visible mineral buildup.
After descaling, always run an Express Wash cycle
with detergent 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 lid open overnight to allow the tub to dry.
Cleaning the Tub
Over time, residue may build up in the tub, leading
to mildew or a musty odor. Run the Clean Washer cycle
monthly to remove residue and prevent odor. Run
the cycle more often under heavy use conditions or if
odor is already present.
Remove any clothing from the tub.
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Add cleaning agents.
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Cleaner
Tub cleaner
Lime scale remover
Liquid chlorine
bleach
Powdered cleaner
Cleaning tablets
• For other tub cleaning products, follow the cleaner
manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.
• Do not exceed the maximum fill line when
adding bleach or powdered cleaners. Powdered
cleaners may remain in the tub after cleaning.
Close the lid (door) and press the Power button
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to tum the washer on.
Turn the Cycle Selector dial to the Clean Washer
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setting. Press Start/Pause button to begin the cycle.
After the cycle ends, open the lid (door) and allow
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the tub interior to dry completely.
NOTE
• Never load laundry while using Clean Washer. The
laundry may be damaged or contaminated with
cleaning products. Make sure to run the Clean Washer
cycle only when the tub is empty.
• Leave the lid (door) open after finishing the laundry,
to keep the tub clean.
• Clean Washer should be repeated monthly.
• If mildew or musty smell already exists, run Clean
Washer once a week for three consecutive weeks.
• Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended
amount when adding bleach or powdered cleaners.
Powdered cleaner may remain in the tub after
cleaning.
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Instructions
Follow manufacturer's
recommendations.
Add to main wash liquid
detergent dispenser.
Follow manufacturer's
recommendations.
Place directly into washer tub.