Whirlpool W10420497A Washer User Manual


 
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WASHER MAINTENANCE
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk
of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses
if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of
replacement on the label with a permanent marker.
WATER INLET HOSES
10. Press and hold START/PAUSE
to begin wash cycle
9. Select cycle options
Select any other cycle options you may wish to add, if not
previously set. Some cycles will automatically add certain
options such as Deep Clean or Extra Rinse. These may be
turned off, if desired.
NOTE: Not all options are available with all cycles.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your clothes.
To keep washer interior odor-free, follow this recommended
monthly cleaning procedure:
1. Make sure the washer is empty.
2. Using recommended AFFRESH
®
washer cleaner,
add one tablet to washer drum
OR
If using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to
liquid chlorine bleach dispenser.
IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to CLEAN
WASHER with AFFRESH
cycle. Do not use more than
recommended amount of bleach to avoid damaging
product over time.
3. Close washer lid.
4. Press POWER.
5. Select CLEAN WASHER with AFFRESH
cycle.
6. Press START/PAUSE. Water will pour into washer
for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle
will continue.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted, press START/PAUSE twice and run a RINSE
& SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed
from washer.
To clean exterior:
1. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills.
2. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s nish,
do not use abrasive products.
Press the START/PAUSE button to start the wash cycle. When
the cycle has nished, the DONE indicator will light and the end
of cycle signal will sound (if set). Promptly remove garments
when cycle is done to prevent odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting
of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.
Unlocking the lid to add garments
If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments,
you may do so while the Add a Garment indicator is lit.
Press START/PAUSE; the lid will unlock once the washer
movement has stopped. This may take several minutes
if the load was spinning at high speed. Then close lid and
press START/PAUSE again to restart the cycle.
If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes the water will
pump out.