The advantages of steam include gentle washes that save you trips to the dry cleaner, plus a reduction in allergens as well as wrinkles. Choose a section below to learn how to take advantage of all the benefits steam has to offer.
The Allergiene™ cycle uses the intense heat of steam to remove over 95% of common household allergens, like dust mites and pet dander.
Use the Allergiene™ cycle to wash things that accumulate dust such as pillow covers, and bed sheets–or with items that deserve special care–like baby clothes and undergarments.
Steam technology gently but powerfully penetrates fabrics to virtually eliminate dirt, odors and wrinkles.
Do not touch the door during the steam cycles, as it can become very hot.
Steam is not visible during steam cycles because the inside temperature of the drum is approximately the same temperature as the steam itself.
A visible vapor cannot be seen as it exits the steam nozzle.
Do not use steam with delicates such as wool, silk or easily discolored fabrics.
Steam technology provides powerful, yet gentle steam.
Advanced cleaning performance.
Brighter whites.
More vibrant colors.
Helps to lift out and remove stubborn stains even without pre-treating clothing.
Turn on the washer and turn the cycle selector knob to select a cycle with the STEAM option.
Press the STEAM button and the washer will automatically adjust the cycle settings.
Set any other option.
Press the START/PAUSE button.
NOTE: The steam feature is only available on the Tub Clean, Allergiene™, Sanitary, BrightWhites™, Bulky/Large, Cotton/Normal and Heavy Duty cycles.
