Whirlpool WFC8090GX Installation Instructions - Page 15

All-In-One Washer/Dryer Maintenance CLEANING THE WASHER/DRYER LOCATION Keep washer/dryer area clear and free from items that would block the airflow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the washer/dryer. WASHER/DRYER CARE Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer/Dryer Clean and Performing at its Best 1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor. 2. U se warm or hot water washes sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate. 3. A lways leave the washer/dryer door slightly ajar between uses to help dry out the washer/dryer and avoid the buildup of odor-causing residue. 4. Periodically clean residue from all interior surfaces of the glass window. For better care, wipe the entire inside of the glass door with a damp cloth. Cleaning Your Front-Loading Washer/Dryer Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer/dryer. Cleaning the Door Seal 1. Open the washer/dryer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer/dryer. 2. Inspect the seal between the door opening and the drum for stained areas or soil buildup. Pull back the seal to inspect all areas under the seal and to check for foreign objects. 3. If stained areas or soil buildup are found, wipe down these areas of the seal using the following procedure: When the cycle is complete, gently pull back the rubber door seal and clean the entire surface with the textured side of an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe. WASHER/DRYER CARE (cont.) Cleaning the Inside of the Washer/Dryer This washer/dryer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination with affresh® Washer Cleaner to thoroughly clean the inside of the washer/dryer. NOTE: Read these instructions completely before beginning the cleaning process. Begin procedure Clean Washer with affresh® Cycle Procedure (Recommended for Best Performance): a. Open the washer/dryer door and remove any clothing or items. b. Use an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe or a soft, damp cloth or sponge to clean the inside door glass. c. Add an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet to the washer drum. d. Do not add the affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet to the bulk dispenser. e. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer/dryer when following this procedure. f. Close the washer/dryer door. g. Select the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. h. Select the Tumble Fresh™ option to help dry the washer/dryer interior after the cycle is complete. NOTE: The washer/dryer remembers your last option selection and will use it for future wash cycles until you deselect that option. i. Touch the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. The Clean Washer with affresh® cycle operation is described below. Description of Clean Washer with affresh® Cycle Operation: 1. Do not run this cycle with a load. Doing so could damage the items. 2. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly to allow for better ventilation and drying of the washer/ dryer interior. Cleaning the Load & Go™ Bulk Dispenser After a period of using your washer/dryer, you may find some residue buildup in the Load & Go™ bulk dispenser. To remove residue from the dispensers, lift the handle on the dispenser container housing to remove it from the washer/ dryer cabinet, then rinse the two dispensers thoroughly with running water. Wipe the outside dispenser container surfaces with an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe or a damp cloth and towel dry. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed. Replace the dispenser container in the washer/dryer cabinet and make sure that it is seated. IMPORTANT: Load & Go™ bulk dispenser container is not dishwasher-safe. Cleaning the Outside of the Washer/Dryer Use an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe or a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer/dryer to help keep it looking new. Use an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe or mild soap and water. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer/dryer finish, do not use abrasive products. 15