Top Load Washer - Bulk Detergent Tank Clean Out

On 2017 and newer Top Load Washers with the SmartDispense™ detergent dispenser technology, you can clear out the bulk detergent tank, if needed. For example, you may need to do this if bleach got into the bulk detergent tank or if you are storing the Washer for an extended period of time.
 
To learn more about the SmartDispense™ feature, you can take a look at our Top Load Washer - SmartDispense on 2017 and Newer Models article.
 

Detergent Tank Clean-Out Procedure

 
We recommend you clean out the detergent tank if you are moving the Washer or storing the Washer for a long period of time.
 
All clothes should be removed from the Washer prior to cleaning out the detergent tank. Hot water can be added to the tank (but is not required) to aid in flushing out the system of any residual detergent prior to starting or during the clean out routine.
 
  1. Press and hold both the Detergent Dispense button and Water Station select button for three seconds.
  2. The empty out routine will begin with the contents of the tank, mixed with water, being dispensed into the basket and consequently drained from the machine at the same time.
  3. The empty out routine will continue for approximately 15 minutes unless it is paused by the pressing of the Start button.
If the tank is initially full, this routine may need to be run a second time to completely empty the detergent tank.
 

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