Non-Use And Vacation Care; Cleaning Your Dispenser; Winter Storage Care; Transporting Your Washer - Whirlpool 7MWTW7120LC Use & Care Manual

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

(*Varies according to model)
You may find laundry product residue leftover in your
dispenser drawer or in bulk dispenser. To remove residue,
follow below recommended cleaning procedures:
Dispenser Drawer
1. Pull drawer out until you feel resistance.
2. Push 2 tabs downward, and then continue pulling out.
3. Wash in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent.
4. Rinse with warm water.
5. Air dry, or dry with a towel, then place back into slot.
IMPORTANT: Dispenser drawer and tray are not dishwasher
safe.
Bulk Dispenser
1. Pull drawer completely out.
2. Open dispenser lid.
3. Rinse with warm water.
4. Air dry or dry with a towel, then place back into slot.
IMPORTANT: Bulk dispenser and tray are not dishwasher
safe.
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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 quart (1 L) of R/V/-type antifreeze into empty
basket.
3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

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 hose from drain system and drain any
remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain
hose from back of washer.
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.
7. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back
inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, 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 upright position.