Whirlpool WFW9300VU Use and Care Guide - Page 17

■ Wash small items, such as infant socks, in a mesh garment bag. To create a balanced load it is recommended that more than one garment bag be used, and that each garment bag be filled with equal amounts of material. NOTE: If you are washing only small items, it is recommended that more than one mesh garment bag be used, and that each garment bag be filled with equal amounts of material. Sorting ■ Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if they would normally be washed together. Separate lint-givers (towels, chenille) from lint-takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent press). When possible, turn lint-givers inside out. ■ Separate dark colors from light colors, colorfast items from noncolorfast items. ■ Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items). Unloading ■ Remove clothes from washer after the cycle is completed. Metal objects such as zippers, snaps, and buckles may rust if left in the washer basket for a long time. ■ When unloading garments, occasionally check under the gray colored seal at the front of the tub for small items. Loading Loading suggestions Heavy Work Clothes 4 jeans 4 workpants 4 workshirts 2 sweatpants 2 sweatshirts Towels 10 bath towels 10 hand towels 14 washcloths Mixed Load 3 sheets (1 king, 2 twin) 4 pillowcases 3 shirts 3 blouses 9 T-shirts 9 shorts 10 handkerchiefs WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer The Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed on a monthly basis. Cleaning the door seal 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer. 2. Inspect the gray colored seal between the door opening and the basket for stained areas. Pull back the seal to inspect all areas under the seal and to check for foreign objects. A A. Seal 3. If stained areas are found, wipe down these areas of the seal, using the procedure that follows. a) Mix a dilute solution, using 3/4 cup (177 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach, and 1 gal. (3.8 L) of warm tap water. b) Wipe the seal area with the dilute solution, using a damp cloth. c) Let stand 5 minutes. d) Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let the washer interior air dry with door open. IMPORTANT: ■ Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for prolonged periods. ■ Refer to the bleach manufacturer's instructions for proper use. Washer Maintenance Procedure This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes and steam, in combination with AFFRESH™ washer cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach, to thoroughly clean the inside of the washer. NOTES: ■ Read these instructions completely before beginning the cleaning process. ■ If necessary, the cleaning cycle may be interrupted by pressing the Pause/Cancel button. However, this will not immediately stop the cycle. The machine will display "int" (interrupt) and continue with several rinse and drain steps to ensure that all remaining bleach is rinsed from the washer. Begin procedure 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer. 2. Using the AFFRESH™ washer cleaner (Recommended): Add one AFFRESH™ washer cleaner tablet to the washer drum. If using liquid chlorine bleach: Open the dispenser drawer and immediately add 2/3 cup (160 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. NOTE: Do not add any detergent to this cycle. Use of more than 2/3 cup (160 mL) of bleach will cause product damage over time. 3. Close the washer door and dispenser drawer. 4. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. 5. Press START. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock again, and then the cycle will continue. ■ The machine will bring in some inlet water, and the basket will rotate while the washer runs a short sensing cycle. This will take approximately 3 minutes. 17