Whirlpool WTW4915EW Use And Care Manual page 10

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 and 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 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.
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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 Bulky Items/Sheets cycle to clean
washer and remove antifreeze if used. Use only HE
High Efficiency detergent. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's
recommended amount for a medium-size load.