28_ maintaining your washermaintaining your washerCLEANING THE EXTERIORTurn off the water faucets after finishing the day’s washing.This will shut off the water supply to your washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage fromescaping water. Leave the door open to allow the inside of your washer to dry out.Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, bleach or other spills as they occur.Clean the following as recommended below:Control Panel – Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Do not spraycleaners directly on the panel.Cabinet – Clean with soap and water.CLEANING THE INTERIORClean the interior of your washer periodically to remove any dirt, soil, odor, mold, mildew, or bacterialresidue that may remain in your washer as a result of washing clothes.Failure to follow these instructions may result in unpleasant conditions, including odors and/or permanentstains on your w asher or laundry.Hard water deposits may be removed, if needed. Use a cleaner labeled “Washer safe”.WF511ABR-03010A-03_EN.indd Sec4:28WF511ABR-03010A-03_EN.indd Sec4:28 2012-05-04 7:21:062012-05-04 7:21:06
