Whirlpool WFW92HEFBD Use & Care Guide - Page 22
Winter Storage Care, Transporting Your Washer, Reinstalling/using Washer Again
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WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer. To winterize washer: 1. Shut off both water faucets, disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. HELPFUL TIP: Attach a reminder note to the washer to turn the water back on before washer's next use. 2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in washer drum and run washer on NORMAL cycle for about 2 minutes to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Unplug washer or disconnect power. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving: 1. Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving. 3. Disconnect drain hose from drain system and from back of washer. 4. Unplug power cord. 5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer drum. 6. Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to keep it from hanging onto the ground. IMPORTANT: Call for service to install new transport bolts. Do not reuse transport bolts. Washer must be transported in the upright position. To avoid structural damage to your washer, it must be properly set up for relocation by a certified technician. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Run washer through HEAVY DUTY cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE detergent. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 22