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3-10. CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS
SPIN
The washer spins at very high speeds.
This reduces drying time and saves energy.
Press the SPIN button until the indicator
light for the desired setting is lit.
Each cycle has preset settings that are selected automatically.
You may also customize the settings using the cycle setting
buttons.
Press the button for that setting until the indicator light for the
desired value is lit.
The washer automatically adjusts the water level for the type
The washer automatically adjusts the water level for the type
and size of wash load for best results and maximum efficiency.
It may seem there is no water inside the tub in some cycles,
but this is normal.
NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse
temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available with
every cycle. A beeper will sound and the LED will not light if a
selection is not allowed. See the Cycle Guide on page 20 for
details.
RINSE
Adjust to select the proper times for the rinse
cycle.
• If adjustments are needed during the rinse,
press the [start/pause] button before making
any changes.
• When you want to remove effective detergent,
you use Water Plus.
WASH
Adjust to select the proper time for the wash
cycle.
• Adjust to select the proper time for the wash
cycle.
• The bleach dispenser does not dispense during
the wash cycle when select 3 MIN.
WATER LEVEL
• This machine detects the quantity
of laundry automatically, then sets the
WATER LEVEL and proper amount of
Detergent.
• When you select a wash program, the
WATER LEVEL and amount of
Detergent (to be used) will be shown on
the control panel.
• The following table shows the amount of
water.
• When the WATER LEVEL is automatically detected, it
may differ depending
on the quantity of laundry even though the same WATER
LEVEL is indicated on the control panel.
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3-11. CYCLE OPTION BUTTONS
Your washing machine features several additional cycle options
to customize cycles to meet your individual needs. Certain
option buttons also feature a special function that can be
activated by pressing.
NOTE: : To protect your garments, not every wash, rinse, spin,
NOTE: : To protect your garments, not every wash, rinse, spin,
water, or option is available with every cycle. See the Cycle
Guide for details.
SOAK
Allows the consumer to remove stains more
thoroughly by specifying additional time for
the clothing to soak during washing. At the
end of SOAK, the wash cycle will be started
without drain.
• It is possible to select soaking time 40 minutes, 60
minutes, or 80 minutes by pressing the SOAK button
repeatedly.
• It is normal that washer do weak agitation during SOAK
cycle.
DELAY WASH
Once you have selected the cycle and other
settings, press this button to delay the start
of the wash cycle. Each press of the button
increase the delay time, From 3 to 18 hours.
STRONG & SOFT
• During washing, when you want to
adjust the water power, use these
buttons.
• Initially, since normal
water power, it will not be displayed.
• It is possible to select STRONG & SOFT. But, the
• It is possible to select STRONG & SOFT. But, the
choice is not simultaneous.Each time you press the
button, On/Off is repeated.
HOT & COLD
• When you select HOT & COLD, Use
these buttons.
• Basically, COLD is selected.
• If you wish to add HOT, you press the
• If you wish to add HOT, you press the
HOT button. At the same time, HOT &
COLD LED light.
• Just to select HOT, COLD is off by pressing COLD
button.
• While operating, you can change it.
• In the WOOL/DELICATE & TUB CLEAN course, Just
• In the WOOL/DELICATE & TUB CLEAN course, Just
COLD will be selected. (If HOT is used, Laundry may be
damaged.)
• In the STAIN CARE, SANITARY & SMART CLEANING
course, HOT & COLD will be selected at the same time.
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3-11. CYCLE OPTION BUTTONS (cont.)
TUB DRY
When you press the Wash and Rinse
button simultaneously, the Tub Dry course
will be set or canceled.
• When you select the Tub Dry, do not put
any laundry in the drum.
• When Tub Dry is selected, other buttons will be inactive.
NOTE: When you select Tub Dry
NOTE: When you select Tub Dry
1) Use this function to minimize the growth of mold from
the residual moisture within the laundry.
2) When you select the Tub Dry course, do not put any
laundry or detergent in the drum.
3) It is good to use this about once a week.
CHILD LOCK
• Use to lock or unlock the control
buttons to prevent settings from
being changed by a child. To lock,
push the RINSE and SPIN buttons
simultaneously and to unlock push
them one more time during the washing
process.
• During the wash program, all the buttons are locked until
washing is completed or the child-lockfunction is deactivated
manually.
• The child lock function cannot be activated in standby mode.
The child lock function can ONLY be activated once a wash
program has started.
AIR DRY
• Press & hold 3 seconds SPIN button for AIR
DRY function.
• When you want to reduce dry time of laundry,
Use it.
• Once AIR DRY is selected, the other button’s
function is not selected.
• When you want to AIR DRY turn off, please press POWER
button.
NOTE: When you select Air dry for more than 60 minutes
1) You can reduce the drying time by minimizing the
moisture in the laundry.
2) Always keep the laundry amount to 2kg or less and
make sure to spread it out evenly.
3) Select 60 minutes for cotton laundry and 120 minutes
for synthetic fiber laundry for effective Moisture
removal.
<CHILD LOCK LED
turn
Off
> <CHILD LOCK LED
turn
On
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3-12. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
When There Is The Possibility Of Freezing Temperatures
• Close the water taps and remove the water supply hoses.
• Remove the water which remains in the water supply.
• Lower the drain hose and drain the water in the sump and the drain hose by running a spin cycle.
Cleaning The Inside Of Your Washer
If you use fabric softener or do regular COLD water washing, it is very important that you
clean the inside of your washer occasionally as described below.
• Fill your washer with HOT water.
• Add 1 cup of bleach.
• Let it operate for several minutes.
• Stop the washer, open the lid, and leave it to soak overnight.
• After soaking, drain the washer and run it through a normal cycle.
Products That Might Damage Your Washing Machine
• Concentrated bleaches and diaper sanitizer will cause damage to the paintwork and components of
your washer.
• Hydrocarbon solvents, i.e. gasoline, kerosene, paint thinners, and lacquer thinners, etc. can dissolve plastic
and blister paint.
(Be careful when washing garments stained with these solvents as they are flammable; DO NOT put
them in washer or dryer.)
• Some pretreatment sprays or liquids can damage your washer’s control panel.
• Use of dyes in your washer may cause staining of the plastic components. The dye will not damage
the machine but we suggest you thoroughly clean your washer afterwards. We do not recommend
the use of dye strippers in your washer.
• Do not use your washer lid as a work surface.
If Frozen
• Remove the water supply hose and immerse it in HOT water. (40° C or 104° F).
• Pour approximately 2 liters (4½ gallon ) of HOT water (40° C or 104° F) into the sump and allow it to stand for
at least 10 minutes.
• Connect the water supply hose to the water tap. run an QUICK WASH cycle to confirm that the machine fills,
drains, and operates properly.
Wash Inner-Tub
Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. If you
want to clean the inner-tub use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid
detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)
Inlet Hoses
Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every 5 years.
Exterior
Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Avoid hitting surface with sharp
objects.
Long Vacations
Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be
below freezing.
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