Kenmore ELITE 796.292796 - Manual (Page 25)

CARE AND CLEANING
CLEANING THE WASHER
Proper Use of Detergent
Using too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Today’s detergents are formulated to be effective
without visible sudsing. Be sure to carefully read and follow manufacturer’s recommendations for how much detergent to
use in your wash.
You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load, or a lightly soiled load.
NOTE: Use only low-sudsing, highefficiency detergent such as Tide® HE.
Care and Cleaning of the Washer
Lid: Wash with a damp cloth on the outside and inside and dry with a soft cloth.
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Do not touch the
surface or the display with sharp objects.
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump
and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at the faucets. Follow the instruc­
tions on page 24 if the washer will be exposed to freezing temperatures.’
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Dispenser Drawer: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser
drawer. Remove the drawer and check for buildup once or twice a month.
^ Remove the drawer by pulling it straight out until it stops. Lift up on the front of
the drawer and pull it out.
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Remove the inserts from the 2 compartments; rinse the inserts and the drawer
with warm water to remove built up laundry products.
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To clean the drawer opening, use a small, non-metal brush to clean the recess.
Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.
Q Return the inserts to the proper compartments and replace the drawer.
Set the drawer into the opening at an angle as shown above, then lower it and
slide it into place.
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