Kenmore 4031 Use and Care Guide - Page 21

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and follow this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this washer. • Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish. REGULAR CLEANING Cleaning the Exterior Proper care of your washer can extend its life. The outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm water and a mild, nonabrasive household detergent. Immediately wipe off any spills with a soft, damp cloth. IMPORTANT: Do not use methytated spirits, solvents, or similar products. Never use steel wool or abrasive cleaners because they can damage the surface. Care and Cleaning of the Interior Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the washer door opening, door seat, and door glass. These areas should be kept clean to ensure a watertight seat. Be sure to wipe under the inside rubber seat to remove any moisture or soil. Always remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle is completed. Leaving damp items in the washer can cause wrinkling, color transfer, and odor. Run the CLEAN WASHER cycle once a month, or more often if needed, to remove detergent buildup and other residue. NOTE: Wear rubber gloves and eye protection while performing the following procedure: O Ditute 3/4 cup (177 ml) liquid chlorine bleach with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of warm/hot water. Q Use this solution to wipe down all surfaces of the gasket and glass gasket to remove any deposits left there. (The gasket is stiff. Be sure to fold back the lip of the gasket to get under the edge where residue can build up.) O Wipe the gasket and glass with a dry cloth. O Leave the door open to allow the gasket to dry completely. NOTE: • Follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper use of bleach. • Do not use undiluted bleach as this wilt damage the gasket. Removing Mineral Buildup Read these instructions carefully before beginning the CLEAN WASHER cycle. O Open the door and remove any clothingin the wash drum. O Open the dispenser drawer. O Add liquidchlorine bleachor tub cleaner. Some powderor tablettub cleanerswhich are manufacturedfor this purposecan be used. (NOTE : Do not add any laundrydetergent or fabric softenerto the drawerwhen usingCLEAN WASHER.) - If using liquid chlorine bleach Add liquidchlorinebleachto the bleachcompartmentof the drawer. (NOTE : Do notexceed the maximum fill line and do notpour undilutedliquid bleachdirectlyintothe wash drum.) - If using powder cleaner Removethe liquiddetergentcup and add powdercleanerto the main wash compartmentof the drawer. - If using tablet cleaner Add tablet cleanerto the wash drum directly. (NOTE : Do not add tablet cleanerto the drawer.) O Ctosethe drawer and washer door. O SetectCLEAN WASHERand press START. NOTE: It is recommendedthat CLEANWASHER shouldbe repeatedmonthly. If mildew or mustysmell alreadyexists, run CLEAN WASHERfor 3 consecutiveweeks. After CLEAN WASHER is completeor whenthe washer is not used, leavethe washer door open for betterventilationand drying insideof the washer. Door Seal and Glass Cleaning Due to the location and nature of the door seat, some detergent and soil residue may build up on the door glass and seat. Periodic cleaning with a bleach solution can help remove buildup and stains and can help sanitize the seal to prevent odors. 21 If you live in an area with hard water, lime scale can form on internal components of the washer. Use of a water softener is recommended in areas with hard water. Use a descater, such as Washer Magic®,and run the CLEAN WASHER cycle before washing clothing. Do NOT use steel wool or abrasive cleaners; they can damage the surface. Storing the Washer If the washer wilt not be used for an extended period of time and is in an area that could be exposed to freezing temperatures: O Turn OFF water supplytap. _ Disconnecthoses from water supply and drain water from hoses. O Ptugthe powercord into a properlygroundedelectricaloutlet. O Add 1 gallon of nontoxicrecreationalvehicle (RV)antifreezeto the emptywash drum. Closedoor. O Setectthe spin cycle and let washer spinfor 1 minuteto drain out all the water. NOTE: Not all of the RV antifreezewill be expelled. O Unplugthe powercord, dry the drum interiorwith a soft cloth,and close thedoor. O Removethe insertsfrom the dispenser.Drainany water in compartmentsand dry the compartments. Q Storethe washer in an uprightposition. Q To remove the antifreezefrom the washer after storage,run washer through a completecycle usinga small amount of detergent.Do not add laundry!