CYCLE GUIDE
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle, options, and settings that best
fit the load being washed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together.
NOTES:
Not all cycles and options are available on all models
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All wash temperature selections feature a cold rinse.
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Not all temperatures or spin speeds are labeled on the control panel.
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Items to wash
using default
cycle settings:
Cycle:
Normally soiled
Normal
cottons, linens,
sheets, and mixed
garment loads
Bright or darkly
Cold
colored cottons,
Wash
linens, casual and
mixed loads.
Lightly soiled shirts,
Wrinkle
blouses, trousers,
Control
pants, and dresses
Sheer fabrics,
Delicates
lingerie, sweaters,
and lightly-soiled
shirts, blouses,
trousers, pants,
and skirts
Normally soiled
Bedding
sheets, pillowcases,
light blankets, or
throws
Small loads of
Rapid
2–4 lightly soiled
Wash
garments
No clothes in washer
Clean
Washer
with
affresh
* Steam for Stains option is only available when warm, hot, or extra hot water temperature is selected.
** On some models, the default is Extra High.
Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.
Small load: Fill the washer drum with 3–4 items, not more
than 1/4 full.
Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full.
Wash
Spin
Temperature:
Speed:
Extra Hot
Max Extract
Hot
Extra High
Warm
High
Cool
Med
Cold
None
Cold
Max Extract
Extra High
High
Med
None
Extra Hot
Max Extract
Extra High
Hot
High
Warm
Med
Cool
Low
Cold
None
Extra Hot
Max Extract
Extra High
Hot
High
Warm
Med
Cool
Low
Cold
None
Extra Hot
Max Extract
Extra High
Hot
High**
Warm
Med
Cool
Low
Cold
None
Extra Hot
Max Extract
Extra High
Hot
High
Warm
Med
Cool
Low
Cold
None
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Soil
Available
Level:
Options:
/
Extra Heavy
Steam for
™
Stains*
Heavy
Fresh Hold
Med
Fresh Spin
Light
Extra Rinse
Delay Start
/
Extra Heavy
Fresh Hold
™
Heavy
Fresh Spin
Med
Extra Rinse
Light
Delay Start
/
Extra Heavy
Steam for
™
Stains*
Heavy
Fresh Hold
Med
Fresh Spin
Light
Extra Rinse
Delay Start
/
Extra Heavy
Steam for
™
Stains*
Heavy
Fresh Hold
Med
Fresh Spin
Light
Extra Rinse
Delay Start
/
Extra Heavy
Steam for
™
Stains*
Heavy
Fresh Hold
Med
Fresh Spin
Light
Extra Rinse
Delay Start
/
Extra Heavy
Steam for
™
Stains*
Heavy
Fresh Hold
Med
Fresh Spin
Light
Extra Rinse
Delay Start
Fresh Hold
Fresh Spin
Delay Start
Large load: Fill the washer drum up to about 3/4 full.
Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes
can tumble freely. For best results, avoid packing tightly.
Cycle Details:
This cycle combines medium-
speed tumbling and an extra-high-
/
speed spin. This cycle is designed
®
to provide the most energy
™
efficiency.
/
This cycle uses a concentrated
®
detergent solution along with cold
™
water throughout the cycle to
gently lift out stains and care for
fabrics.
This cycle combines low-speed
tumbling and medium-speed spin
/
for gentle fabric care and reduced
®
wrinkling.
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This cycle combines low-speed
tumbling and low-speed spin for
/
gentle fabric care and reduced
®
wrinkling.
™
The wash action of this cycle is
designed to keep large items from
/
tangling and balling up.
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™
For small loads (2–4 items) needed
quickly. This cycle combines high-
/
speed tumbling, a shortened wash
®
time, and an extra-high-speed spin
™
for reduced drying times.
/
Use this cycle every 30 washes to
®
keep the inside of your washer fresh
™
and clean. This cycle uses a higher
water level. Use with affresh
cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach
to thoroughly clean the inside of your
washer. This cycle should not be
interrupted. See "Washer Care. "
IMPORTANT: Do not place garments
or other items in the washer during the
Clean Washer with affresh
this cycle with an empty wash tub. See
"Washer Care" in "Washer Maintenance. "
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