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Before you call for service…  
Problem Possible Cause What To Do
Water does not 
enter washer or 
enters slowly
Automatic self system checks
Water supply is turned off
Water valve screens are 
stopped up
• After Start is pressed, the washer does several system checks. Water 
will flow 60 seconds after Start is pressed.
• Turn on both hot and cold faucets fully.
• Turn off the water source and remove the water connection hoses 
from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or toothpick to clean 
the screens in the machine. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water 
back on.
Wrinkling Improper sorting
Overloading
Incorrect wash cycle
Repeated washing in water 
that is too hot
• Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with 
light items (like blouses).
• Load your washer so clothes have enough room 
to move freely.
• Match cycle selection to the type of fabric you are
washing (especially for easy care loads).
• Wash in warm or cold water.
Grayed or 
yellowed clothes
Not enough detergent
Not using HE (high efficiency) 
detergent
Hard water
Water is not hot enough
Detergent is not dissolving
Dye transfer
• Use correct amount of detergent.
• Use only HE detergent.
• Use hottest water safe for fabric.
• Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install 
a water softener.
• Make sure water heater is delivering water at 
120°–140°F (48°–60°C).
• Try a liquid HE detergent.
• Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately, unstable 
dyes may be indicated.
Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric softener
Dye transfer
• Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions 
for using dispenser.
• Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
• Promptly remove wash load from washer.
Water 
temperature is 
incorrect
Water supply is improperly 
connected
House water heater is not set 
properly
• Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets.
• Make sure house water heater is delivering water at 120°–140°F 
(48°–60°C).
Bad odor inside 
your Washer
Washer unused for a long time, 
not using recommended quality 
of HE detergent or used too 
much detergent
• Run a Basket Clean cycle.
• In case of strong odor, you may need to run the Basket Clean cycle 
more than once.
• Use only the amount of detergent recommended on the detergent 
container.
• Use only HE (high efficiency) detergent.
• Always remove wet items from the washer promptly after machine 
stops running.
• Leave the door slightly open for the water to air dry. Close supervision 
is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow 
children to play on or in this or any other appliance.