[. . . ] Cleaning with Less Water Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for the load. You will hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to thoroughly wet the load. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to a traditional agitator-style washer. Washplate Washplate Choosing the Right Detergent Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in your new washer is the low-water washplate wash system. [. . . ] If your model has a dispenser drawer, however, remove the drawer and clean it before or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. Cleaning the Outside of the Washer Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills. Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer surfaces. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, do not use abrasive products. wASHER CARE Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at its Best 1.  Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.  se warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not U exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate.  lways leave the washer lid open between uses to A help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing residue. Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer. Cleaning the Inside of the Washer To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions provided above, and use this recommended monthly cleaning procedure: Clean Washer Cycle This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination with affresh® Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach to clean the inside of the washer.  lace an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in the bottom P of the washer basket.  not place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet Do in the detergent dispenser.  o not add any detergent or other chemical to the D washer when following this procedure. (For models with no Power/Cancel button, press and hold START/ PAUSE for three seconds). After the Clean Washer cycle has stopped, run a Rinse/Drain & Spin cycle to rinse cleaner from washer. 11 NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps: 1. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge. wINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage , install and store washer where it will not freeze. -type antifreeze in basket and run washer on RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water. [. . . ] Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY Whirlpool makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations contained in this Warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Whirlpool or your retailer about buying an extended warranty. [. . . ]