Use and Care Manual

14 OPERATION-WASHER
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Gently close the detergent dispenser drawer
before starting the cycle.
the detergent overflowing into another
compartment or dispensing into the drum
earlier than programmed.
drawer while closing.
l amount of water to
remain in the dispenser compartments at
the end of the cycle.
CAUTION
detergent, bleach, or liquid fabric softener, on
top of your washer. These products can damage
Pre-wash Detergent Compartment
Add liquid or powdered detergent to this
compartment when using the Pre-wash option.
Always use HE (High-Efficiency) detergent with
your washer.
Pre-wash option, liquid
detergent for the main wash needs to be loaded
in the liquid detergent cup accessory in the main
wash dispenser (where applicable), to prevent it
from being dispensed with the pre-wash
detergent.
Pre-
wash option is 1/2 the amount recommended
for the main wash cycle. For example, if the main
wash cycle requires one measure of detergent,
add 1/2 measure for the Pre-wash option.
Main Wash Detergent Compartment
This compartment holds laundry detergent for the
main wash cycle. Either powdered or liquid
detergent may be used in this compartment.
beginning of the cycle. Always use HE (High-
Efficiency) detergent with your washer.
much detergent can result in detergent buildup
in clothing and the washer.
r-safe bleach may be
added to the main wash compartment with
detergent of the same type. Do not mix liquids
and powders
quid detergent cup and
insert:
- Make sure they are in place when using liquid
detergent.
- Make sure to remove them when using
powdered detergent. Powdered detergent will
not dispense with the liquid detergent cup and
insert in place.
that does not dissolve
easily or a detergent with high viscosity, it will
leave a residue and clog the dispenser.
Liquid Bleach Compartment
This compartment holds liquid bleach, which is
dispensed automatically at the proper time during
the wash cycle. The dispenser is activated twice to
ensure complete dispensing of the bleach. Any
liquid remaining in the dispenser at the end of the
cycle is water, not bleach.
WARNING
acids such as vinegar or rust/scale remover.
Mixing chemicals like these can produce a lethal
gas, resulting in severe injury or death.
NOTE
compartment. The bleach compartment is
designed to dispense liquid chlorine bleach only.
Powdered or liquid color-safe bleach will not
dispense properly.
when adding bleach. Never add more than one
cup, and do not exceed the maximum fill line or
the bleach may be dispensed immediately and
damage fabrics. Using too much bleach can also
damage fabrics.
directly onto the load or into the drum. Fabric
damage can occur.
the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.
Fabric Softener Compartment
This compartment holds fabric softener, which is
automatically dispensed during the final rinse
cycle. Either powdered or liquid fabric softener
may be used.
much fabric softener may stain clothes or cause
buildup on fabrics or in the washer.
softeners with warm
water.
or into the drum.