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Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob
The wash cycle controls the type of washing process. The cycle selector knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the
knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to the new selection. Press Start to begin the
new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the items to be washed with the best wash cycle settings. For optimal performance,
select the cycle that most closely matches the items being washed.
Selections and options shown in bold are the recommended settings for that cycle.
Some cycles and options may not be available on some models.
Items to Wash Cycle Wash Temp Soil
Level
Spin
Selection
Options Available Cycle Details
Cycle for normal,
regular, or typical
use for washing
up to a full load
of normally
soiled cotton
clothing.
Colors Hot
Warm
Colors
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Ex. Heavy
Heavy
Normal
Light
Ex. Light
Max/Extra
Normal
Stain PreTreat
Guide
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Cycle for normal, regular, or
typical use for washing up to
a full load of normally soiled
cotton clothing. Choose the
Heavy or Extra Heavy soil level
selection and Warm or Hot
water temperature selection as
appropriate for your clothes load
for a higher degree of cleaning.
Incorporates multi-stage fills and
wash periods to provide optimal
fabric care.
Dark colored
items, linens,
and mixed loads.
Dark
Colors
Hot
Warm
Colors
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Ex. Heavy
Heavy
Normal
Light
Ex. Light
Max/Extra
Normal
Stain PreTreat
Guide
Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Lower wash temperatures,
a shorter wash period, and
a deep fill rinse (on some
models) minimizes fading and
spotting of dark colored fabrics.
Incorporates multi-stage fills and
wash periods to provide optimal
fabric care.
Casual clothes,
lightly soiled
office wear.
Casuals Hot
Warm
Colors
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Ex. Heavy
Heavy
Normal
Light
Ex. Light
Max/Extra
Normal
Stain PreTreat
Guide
Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Wash period tailored to care for
casual clothes and office wear
items.
Lingerie and
special care
fabrics with light
soil.
Delicates Hot
Warm
Colors
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Ex. Heavy
Heavy
Normal
Light
Ex. Light
Max/Extra
Normal
Stain PreTreat
Guide
Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Utilizes a unique “tri-pulse” extra
gentle agitate profile to provide
special care to delicate fabrics. It
is recommended to place small or
ultra delicate items in mesh bags
before washing.
Dark colored
fabrics and
mixed loads.
Cold
Wash
Hot
Warm
Colors
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Ex. Heavy
Heavy
Normal
Light
Ex. Light
Max/Extra
Normal
Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Cycle combines multiple extended
wash agitation periods with soak
periods to provide enhanced
cleaning performance and energy
efficiency with colder water
temperatures.
Medium to lightly
soiled athletic
wear items of
technical or
synthetic fabrics.
Active
Wear
Hot
Warm
Colors
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Ex. Heavy
Heavy
Normal
Light
Ex. Light
Max/Extra
Normal
Stain PreTreat
Guide
Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Cycle designed for care of medium
to lightly soiled active wear,
aththletic
wear, and technical
fabrics. Incorporates a multi
stage wash period with soak to
effectively treat body soils and
odors. Use the Heavy Duty cycle
for heavily soiled sports clothing
constructed of sturdy fabric.
Getting started
USING THE WASHER