What's New Under The Lid; Choosing The Right Detergent - Kenmore 81442710 Manual De Uso

Your new washer will operate differently than your previous agitator-style washer.
Lid Lock
To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the
Lid Lock light will turn on. When this light is lit, the lid is
locked and cannot be opened. When this light is blinking,
the washer is paused. When this light is off, the lid can be
opened.
After a cycle is started, the washer will fill to the
appropriate water level. When the washer is done filling,
it will start to agitate. If you need to open the lid to add a
garment after this point, the lid will remain unlocked during
the entire agitation portion of the wash phase. The cycle will
automatically pause when the lid is opened, and the cycle
will resume once the lid is closed and you press the START/
PAUSE button.
The lid will lock before the spin phase begins. If you need
to pause or stop after this point, you must press the START/
PAUSE button and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will only
unlock after washer movement has stopped. Depending
on when in the cycle you try to pause, it may take several
seconds to several minutes for the lid to unlock (for example,
1 minute if the cycle is in the spin phase). Press the START/
PAUSE button to resume the cycle.
Sounds
At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds
and pauses that are different from those of your previous
washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at
the beginning of the spin phase as the lid lock goes through
a self-test.
There will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds
as the washplate tests for load balance or moves the load.
And sometimes, you may hear nothing at all as the washer
determines the correct water level for your load or allows
time for clothes to soak.
IMPORTANT: The lid must be closed before the washer basket fills with water and for the wash cycle to start. If the lid is open and filling
stops, close the lid and press the START/PAUSE button to complete the cycle.
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WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID?

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be
marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Using non-HE detergent
will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing
performance. It may also result in component malfunction
and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew.
HE detergents should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to
produce the right amount of suds for the best performance.
They should hold soil in suspension so it is not redeposited
onto clean clothes.
Not all detergents labeled as High Efficiency are identical
in formulation and their ability to reduce suds. For example,
natural, organic, or homemade HE detergents may
generate a high level of suds. Always follow the detergent
manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of
detergent to use.
Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.