TABLE OF CONTENTS WASHER SAFETY ... 3 PARTS AND FEATURES ... 4 WASHER USE ... 5 Understanding Washer Cycles ...5 Loading...5 Normal Washer Sounds ...5 Starting Your Washer ...6 Selecting a Cycle and Time ...7 SENSORSURE ™ Temperature Control...8 Rinse and Spin ...9 Drain and Spin...9...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the washer.
PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models. The washer you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed below. 1. Control panel 2. Model and serial number label 3. Liquid fabric softener dispenser 4.
These sounds are normal. During washing When you select a small load size setting, your washer has a 3. Drain lower water level. This can cause a clicking sound from the upper No agitation part of the agitator.
Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1. Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. If desired, add powdered or liquid color safe bleach. Add extra detergent for the Extra Wash cycle.
Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer. To stop or restart your washer To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control knob. To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out the Cycle Control knob.
Soak cycle The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pre-treatment. Use warm water when soaking laundry. Hot water can set some stains. Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive recommended by the manufacturer.
Wash and rinse water flow over the filter during agitation, separating the lint from the water. The lint spins out of the system during the spin part of the cycle. If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint collected in the tub or strainer. WASHER CARE...
If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it. Non-use or vacation care Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time, you should: Unplug washer or disconnect power.
Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? Is the water inlet hose kinked? Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer appear to not fill completely? The top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water level.
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Did you properly sort the load? Sort dark clothes from whites and lights. Did you unload the washer promptly? To avoid dye transfer, unload the washer as soon as it stops. Load is wrinkled Did you unload the washer promptly? Unload the washer as soon as it stops.
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Were strings and sashes tied to prevent tangling? Were items damaged before washing? Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing. Did you overload the washer? The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded. Loads should move freely during washing.
To locate the KitchenAid designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at: KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center c/o Correspondence Dept.
For the lifetime of the washer, when this washer is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for replacement parts for the white porcelain basket should it chip or rust due to defects in materials or workmanship.