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TROUBLESHOOTING 43 ENGLISH Problem Possible Cause Solutions Wash cycle time is longer than usual The washer automatically adjusts the wash time for the amount of laundry, water pressure and other operating conditions. ••This is normal. The washer adjusts cycle time automatically to provide optimal results for the selected cycle. The time remaining shown in the display is only an estimate. Actual time may vary. Bleach does not dispense Bleach dispenser cover is not properly installed. Bleach dispenser is dirty or clogged. ••Make sure that the bleach cover is properly installed and snapped into place before the beginning of the cycle. ••Lift out the bleach dispenser cover and clean out the reservoir. Lint and other foreign debris that collects inside the dispenser may prevent proper dispensing of the bleach. Premature dispensing of Bleach dispenser filled for future bleach load. ••You cannot store bleach in the dispenser for future use. The bleach will be dispensed every load. Detergent compartments clogged from incorrect filling. ••Make sure that detergent and additives are put into the correct dispenser compartments. For all detergent types, always make sure that the dispenser drawer is fully closed before the start of the cycle. Incomplete or no dispensing of detergent Too much detergent used. ••Make sure that the suggested amount of detergent is used per the manufacturer's recommendations. You may also dilute the detergent with water to the maximum fill line on the compartment to avoid clogging. Use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent. ••NOTE: Always use as little detergent as possible. High-Efficiency washers need very little detergent to achieve optimum results. Using too much detergent will cause poor wash and rinse performance and may contribute to odors in washer. Insufficient water supply. ••Make sure that both hot and cold water faucets are turned on all the way. Normal residue. ••It is normal for a small amount of detergent to remain in the dispenser. If this residue builds up it can interfere with normal dispensing of products. Refer to the cleaning instructions. Control panel has powered off due ••This is normal. Press the Power button to to inactivity. turn the washer on. Washer will not operate Washer is unplugged. Water supply is turned off. ••Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. ••Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set properly. ••Make sure the cycle was set correctly, close the lid and press the Start/Pause button.

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43
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGLISH
Problem
Possible Cause
Solutions
Wash cycle time is longer
than usual
The washer automatically adjusts
the wash time for the amount of
laundry, water pressure and other
operating conditions.
•
This is normal. The washer adjusts cycle time
automatically to provide optimal results for
the selected cycle. The time remaining shown
in the display is only an estimate. Actual time
may vary.
Bleach does not
dispense
Bleach dispenser cover is not
properly installed.
•
Make sure that the bleach cover is properly
installed and snapped into place before the
beginning of the cycle.
Bleach dispenser is dirty or
clogged.
•
Lift out the bleach dispenser cover and clean
out the reservoir. Lint and other foreign debris
that collects inside the dispenser may prevent
proper dispensing of the bleach.
Premature dispensing of
bleach
Bleach dispenser filled for future
load.
•
You cannot store bleach in the dispenser
for future use. The bleach will be dispensed
every load.
Incomplete or no
dispensing of detergent
Detergent compartments clogged
from incorrect filling.
•
Make sure that detergent and additives are
put into the correct dispenser compartments.
For all detergent types, always make sure
that the dispenser drawer is fully closed
before the start of the cycle.
Too much detergent used.
•
Make sure that the suggested amount of
detergent is used per the manufacturer’s
recommendations. You may also dilute the
detergent with water to the maximum fill line
on the compartment to avoid clogging. Use
only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent.
•
NOTE
: Always use as little detergent as
possible. High-Efficiency washers need
very little detergent to achieve optimum
results. Using too much detergent will cause
poor wash and rinse performance and may
contribute to odors in washer.
Insufficient water supply.
•
Make sure that both hot and cold water
faucets are turned on all the way.
Normal residue.
•
It is normal for a small amount of detergent to
remain in the dispenser. If this residue builds
up it can interfere with normal dispensing of
products. Refer to the cleaning instructions.
Washer will not operate
Control panel has powered off due
to inactivity.
•
This is normal. Press the
Power
button to
turn the washer on.
Washer is unplugged.
•
Make sure cord is plugged securely into a
working outlet.
Water supply is turned off.
•
Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
Controls are not set properly.
•
Make sure the cycle was set correctly, close
the lid and press the
Start/Pause
button.