Kenmore 110.2810 Series Use & Care Manual page 13

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.
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 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run
washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to
mix antifreeze and remaining water.
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 from drain system�
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord and drain hose over the console and
secure with masking tape.
7. Place foam packing ring from original shipping materials
back inside washer. If you do not have packing ring, 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.
REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage or
moving:
1. Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and
connect washer.
2. Before using again, run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
Turn on both water faucets.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run washer through Deep Wash cycle to clean washer and
remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency
detergent� Use half the manufacturer's recommended
amount for a medium-size load.
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