Whirlpool 3366869 - Manual (Page 11)

Caring for Your Washer
Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your
washer properly and safely.
Cleaning your washer
Exterior
Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills
with a soft, damp cloth or
sponge as they occur. Occa­
sionally wipe the outside of
the washer to keep it looking
like new.
Do not put sharp or metal objects in your
washer. They can damage the
finish. Check all pockets for
pins, clips, money, bolts,
nuts, etc. Do not lay these
objects on your washer after
emptying pockets.
Interior
Clean interior with 250 mL (1 cup) of chlo­
rine bleach mixed with 500 ml (2 cups) of
detergent. Run washer through a complete
cycle using hot water. Repeat process if
necessary.
NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using
cleaners labeled as washer safe only.
Winter storage or moving care
Install and store your washer where it will
not freeze. Because some water may stay
in the hoses, freezing can damage your
washer. If storing or moving your washer
during freezing weather, winterize it.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3. Put 1L (1 quart) of R.V.-type antifreeze
in the basket.
4. Run washer on a drain and spin setting
(see page 8) for about 30 seconds to mix
the antifreeze and water.
5. Unplug the power supply cord.
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3. Turn on both water faucets.
4. Reconnect power supply cord.
5. Run the washer through a complete cycle
with 250 ml (1 cup) of detergent to clean
out antifreeze.
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