Winterizing Washer in Seasonal Cottage

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Chuck B

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Have a new front loader Maytag washer at my seasonal (heat off in winter - temps down to 20 below zero at times) cottage in Northern Michigan.
I blow out the water lines (on well) and drain water supply lines and pour RV antifreeze into traps and toilet.
Have been told by appliance repair technician that "residual water" will be trapped in the PUMP and FILL VALVE.
Any suggestions on how to properly winterize the washer and avoid damaging it during freezing temperatures? Thanks.
 

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RV antifreeze is not a bad idea. A gallon or less and pump out if you can. When washers are sold new there is already water in it from factory testing. Guess what in the winter the pumps freeze during shipping. So the pump is not a big problem if it freezes. On the other hand the water valves may crack. Unhook the hoses and blow air in them to hopefully make them not crack over the winter.Make sure you check the valves in the springtime and dont leave the water on when you are not there.
 
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