English22Warning: Always unplug your appliance before cleaning to avoid electric shock.Ignoring this warning may result in personal injury or death. Beforeusing cleaning products, always read and follow the cleaning productmanufacturer’s instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury andproduct damage.General Cleaning and MaintenanceUse only damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning the control panel.• To avoid any kind of damage to the cabinet finish, wipe the appliance cabinet asneeded. If liquid/powdered softener, bleach or detergent is spilled onto thecabinet, wipe the cabinet immediately because it may cause damage to the finish.• Do not use any abrasives, harsh chemicals, ammonia, chlorine bleach,concentrated detergent, solvents or metal scouring pads. Some of these chemicalsand materials may dissolve, damage and/or discolor your appliance.• Remove pins and other sharp objects from clothing to prevent scratches on interiorparts.• The lint filter must be cleaned before each use for optimal efficiency. DO NOTUSE YOUR WASHER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.• The filter screen of the water inlet valve is may become blocked by soil andresidue. Please clean it with a brush monthly.Long Absences / Moving• Turn off the water supply faucets and disconnect the hoses. Drain water from allhoses. This will prevent damage from water leakage if the hoses are accidentallyruptured or if they become loose.• Disconnect the electrical plug.• Dry the inner washtub. If moving washer, disconnect the drain hose.• To prevent mold and mildew, leave the door open so that the moisture inside themachine can evaporate.• Reinstall the foam base/Styrofoam at the bottom of the unit to prevent internalparts from becoming damaged due to vibrations and shock when the washer isbeing moved to another location.Proper Care and Cleaning