Care And Cleaning; Regular Cleaning - Kenmore 796.316221 Use & 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, fi re, electric shock, or death.
• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the fi nish.

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 solvents, 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. Run the CLEAN WASHER
cycle once a month, or more often if needed, to remove
detergent buildup and other residue.
Clean Washer Cycle
Remove any clothing in the tub.
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Add liquid chlorine bleach or another tub cleaner
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designed specifi cally for cleaning washers.
- If using liquid chlorine bleach
Add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach
compartment.
NOTE: Add one cup of liquid bleach. Do not exceed the
maximum fi ll line and do not pour undiluted liquid bleach
directly into the tub.
- If using powder cleaners
Remove the liquid detergent cup and add powder
cleaner to the main wash compartment of the dispenser
drawer.
- If using a tablet cleaner
Put the tablet directly into the tub.
NOTE:
• Do not add tablet cleaner to the dispenser drawer.
• Do not add any laundry detergent or fabric softener to
the dispenser drawer when using CLEAN WASHER.
Close the lid and press the POWER button to turn the
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washer ON. Press the CLEAN WASHER button, then press
the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle.
Selecting any other cycle after CLEAN WASHER has
been selected will cause the CLEAN WASHER cycle to be
cancelled.
After the cycle ends, open the lid and allow the tub
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interior to dry completely.
NOTE: Run the CLEAN WASHER cycle once a month. If
a mildewy or musty smell is present, run the clean washer
cycle once a week for three consecutive weeks.

CARE AND CLEANING

To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and follow this
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 tempera-
tures, 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 from
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hoses.
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical
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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.
5 Press the POWER button, then press 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 tub interior with a soft
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cloth, and close the lid.
Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Drain any water
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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 stor-
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age, 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 form on internal components of the washer. Use of
a water softener is recommended in areas with hard
water.
Use a descaler, such as Washer Magic ® , to remove
visible mineral buildup. 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
lid open overnight to allow the tub to dry.
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