32MAINTENANCEProper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly andsafely.Cleaning your washerDo not put sharp or metal object in your washer, or they can damagethe finish.Check all pockets for pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc.Do not lay these objects in your washer after emptying pockets.Winter storage or moving careIInstall and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing candamage your washer.If you store or move your washer during freezing weather, winterize it.Non-use or vacation careOperate your washer only when you are at home.If you are on vacation or don‘t use your washer for an extended period of time, you should:• Unplug the power supply cord or turn off eletrical power to the washer.• Turn off the water supplier to the washer.This helps avoid accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.ExteriorWipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills witha soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.Occasionally wipe the outside of the washer tokeep its looking like new one.InteriorClean interior with 250ml of chlorine bleachmixed with 500ml of detergent.Run washer through a complete cycle.Repeat this process if necessary.To winterize washer• Turn off water faucet.• Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.• Run washer on a drain and spin settingfor 1 minute.• Unplug the power supply cord.To use washer again• Flush water pipes and hoses.• Reconnect water inlet hoses.• Turn on water faucet.• Reconnect power supply cord.