Top Load Washer - Auto Soak Cycle

The Auto Soak feature is an option that is convenient to use and improves cleaning capability. This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically. This is a feature available on most Top Load Washers made today.

Using the Auto Soak Option

On models with a Soak button, repeated pressing of the Soak button will scroll through 15 minute, 30 minute, 1 hour and 2 hour selections and then return back to 0 soak minutes. On models with an Auto Soak dial, turn the dial to select the length of the Auto Soak feature.

The Following Video Shows How to Select the Auto Soak Option

To verify if your Top Load Washer has the Auto Soak feature, and if so, how to select it, consult the Owner's Manual for the specific model you own.

Older Top Load Washers Manufactured Prior to 1995

Many older Top Load Washers had a Soak Cycle feature. It was selected differently than on newer Top Load Washer models.

• Offered a 15, 30 or 60 minute Soak cycle. The Soak cycles were tagged on to the beginning of either a Prewash cycle or Extra-Cleaning cycle to allow you to soak dirty clothes before the main wash action began.
• When the Soak cycle was selected, it agitated for four minutes after filling to the water level selected, then stopped and soaked. Every 15 minutes, the Washer agitated for four minutes to help circulate the clothes and detergent.
• At the end of the soak time, the timer automatically advanced to either the Prewash or Extra-Cleaning cycle. There was no need to make another trip to the Washer to advance or reset the controls. Note: Some models did not offer the automatic advance feature.

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