Regular Cleaning - Kenmore 796.31412310 Use & Care Manual

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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,read and follow this 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 solventsto clean the washer. They will damage the finish.
REGULAR CLEANING
Cleaning the Exterior
Proper care of your washer can extend its life. The out-
side 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 clamp items in the washer can cause
wrinkling, color transfer, and odor. Run the CLEAN WASH-
ER cycle once a month, or more often if needed, to remove
detergent buildup and other residue.
Clean Washer Cycle
O Remove any clothing in the tub.
O Add liquid chlorine bleach or another tub cleaner
designed specifically for cleaning washers.
- If using liquid chlorine bleach
Add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach
compartment.
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.
O Turn OFF the water supply.
O isconnect hoses from water supply and drain water
from hoses.
O lug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical
outlet.
O dd 1 gallon of nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) an-
tifreeze to the empty tub and close the lid. NEVER use
automotive antifreeze.
O
Pressthe 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.
O Unplug the cord, dry the tub interior with a soft
power
cloth, and close the lid.
NOTE: Add one cup of liquid bleach. Do not exceed the
maximum fill line and do not pour undiluted liquid bleach
directly into the tub.
- If using powdered cleaners
Remove the liquid detergent cup and add powder
cleaner to the main wash compartment of the dis-
penser 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.
O
Close the lid and press the POWER button to turn the
washer ON. Pressthe 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.
O Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Drain water in
any
the compartments and let them dry.
O Store an upright position.
the washer in
O o remove the antifreeze from the washer after stor-
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.
O After the cycle ends, open the lid and allow the tub
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.
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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