Estate TAWMZOOB User manual

UseAndCare
A Note To You 2
Understandng
Washer Safety 3
Knowing Your
Washer’s Feahrres 4
t3ilsz kg Your 5
Lawdry Tips 10
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Warranty 24
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ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER
MODEL TAWMZOOB

A Note ToYou
Thank you for buying an Estate. appliance.
You have purchased a quality, war/d-c/ass home appliance. Years of engineering experience have
gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed
this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your
appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner-
ship Registration Card provided with your appliance. This will help us notify you about any new
information on your appliance.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to
these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is an example of the use of the symbol.
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This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and
electrical shock I
Our Consumer Assistance number, l-800-253-1301, is
toll-free 24 hours a day.
If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see ‘If
You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 20. If you need further help, call us. When calling, you
will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial number. You can find this
information on the model and serial number plate (see diagram on page 4). For your convenience,
we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from
the sales slip, and your dealer’s name and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip
together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Dete
Dealer Name
Dealer Phone
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical ahock or Injury to pereona
when uelng your washer, follow back precautiona, including the
l Read all instructions before using your
l Do not tamper with the controls.
washer.
l If your hot water has not been used
l Do not machine wash or machine dry recently (usually 2 weeks or longer),
items deaned, washed, soaked in, or hydrogen gases may build up in your
spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or water heater and your hot water pipes.
other flammable fluids. The fumes can
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To
create a fire hazard or explosion. Always prevent injury or damage, before using
hand wash and line dry items containing your washer, turn on all hot water faucets
these materials. and allow water to run for several min-
. Flammable fluids (dry-cleaning solvents, utes. This will allow gases to escape. Do
kerosene, gasoline, etc.) should not be not smoke or use any open flame near
used or stored in or near your washer. Do your faucet wr,ile it is open.
not add flammable fluids to your wash Please ...
water. These substances give off vapors
that can create a fire hazard or explosion.
l Have only a qualified repairman install,
repair, or replace parts on washer.
l Do not allow children to operate, play with,
or crawl on or inside your washer. Super-
vise children closely when your washer is
used near them.
l Before your washer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the lid to
prevent accidental entrapment.
l After starting a cycle, do not reach into the
basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is
pushed in and all motion stops.
l Maintain washer properly.
. Protect washer from the weather and
keep it where the temperature will not fall
below freezing.
l Install and level washer on a floor that
can support the weight.’
l Connect washer to the correct 3-prong
outlet, electrical supply, water supply, and
drain.*
l Ground washer properly.’
‘See the Installation Instructions.
Understanding your responsibilities
l Store detergent, laundry aids and other
l Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia
materials in a cool, dry place where or acids (such as vinegar or rust re-
children cannot reach them (in a locked mover) in the same wash. Hazardous
cabinet if possible). fumes can form.
l Read and follow instructions on pack- . Unplug power supply cord before
ages of detergent and laundry aids, attempting to service your washer.
especially warnings and precautions.
l Do not machine wash fiberglass materi-
l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled als. Small particles can stick to the
with vegetable or cooking oil. These fabrics washed in following loads and
items may contain some oil after launder- cause skin irritation.
ing. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric
may smoke or catch fire by itself.
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Knowing Your Washer3
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The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and
features before using your washer.
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Operating Your Washer
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Operating your washer properly assures maximum washing efficiency. This section gives you
important information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature for your wash load.
Before starting your washer
Add measured detergent. Then place a
sorted load in the washer before starting. See page 10 for additional “Before you wash”
information.
Starting or stopping your washer
Startlng your wahu:
1. Select a load size (see below).
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2. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it
cloclovise. Stop when the indicator on the knob’s -0 I
outer ring points to the number and wash water
temperature in the cycle you want. The numbers
are minutes of wash time. Wash water tempera-
ture is indicated by the letter near Fill (H=Hot,
W=Warm, C&old). (See pages 6-6.)
3. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
Stopping and restarting your washer:
- To atop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle
Control Knob.
- To restart the washer, close the lid (if necessary)
and pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
Wash iims
Selecting a load size
Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that corresponds
to the size load you want to wash. Select a setting based upon
the size of the load and the fabric you are washing. See
pages 10 and 11 for additional loading infomation.
To change the load size setting after the washer has started to
fill, move the Selector to the desired new setting.
Load size tips
- Items should move freely during the wash. Do not overload the
machine or select a load size that is too small for the wash
load.
- Use the Large load size setting for best results with permanent
press clothes.
- Reduce wash time when using the Small load size setting.
Loads with only a few small items need less wash time. 5

Selecting a wash temperature
Your washer selects a wash water temperature
and time when you select a wash cycle (see
“Selecting a cycle and time” on page 7).
Match the wash water temperature to the type
of fabric and soils being washed. All rinses are
cold.
For hot waeh water, turn the Cyde Control Knob
to Heavy, 14 minutes wash time.
For warm wash water, turn the Cycle Control
Knob to Regular, 10 minutes wash time: or Short,
6 minutes wash time.
For cold wash water, turn the Cycle Control
Knob to Normal, 6 minutes wash time; or Short, 2
minutes wash time.
You may select diierent wash times by first
selecting the water temperature and then turning
to the new wash time. For example, if you desire
14 minutes wash time with cold water:
1. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it
clockwise to Normal-6 (cold wash water).
2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob and allow your
washer to fill.
3. When your washer has filled, push in and turn
the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to Heavy-14.
(Your washer may add a small amount of
additional warm water, but this should not
affect the overall desired wash water tempera-
ture.)
4. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
Water temperature tips
- Use warm or hot wash water with permanent
press fabrics.
- For heavily soiled permanent press or knit
clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak in warm water
before washing.
See the ‘Water usage guide’ on page 14 for
more information.
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Selecting a cycle and time
Use the following information to guide you
when selecting a wash cycle and time.
When you select a wash cycle, your washer
selects the wash water temperature. If you
want a different temperature, see “Selecting a
wash temperature” on page 6.
Heavy cycle
The Heavy cycle features hot water for heavy
soils and longer spins to shorten drying time.
l Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily
constructed fabrics and heavily soiled loads.
Regular cycle
The Regular cycle features warm wash water
and longer spins to shorten drying time. This
cycle is suitable for most wash loads.
l Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean
cottons, permanent press, and some syn-
thetic fabrics that are moderately to heavily
soiled.
Normal cycle
The Normal cycle features cold wash water for
special fabrics and longer spins to shorten
drying time.
l Use 6 minutes of wash time for lightly to
moderately soiled delicate items and wash-
able knits.
Short cycle
The Short cycle features a brief wash cycle
with warm or cold wash water and shorter
spins.
l Use 6 minutes of wash time with warm wash
water to clean lightly to moderately soiled
delicate items.
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Short cycb

Using rinse and spin
When using extra detergent for heavily soiled
clothes, or washing special-care items, you
may want an extra rinse and spin.
1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clock-
wise to one of the dots on the dial, as
illustrated.
2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer
will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain,
and spin.
Using drain and spin
A drain and spin may shorten drying times for
some heavy fabrics or special-care items by
removing excess water.
1. Push Cyde Control Knob in and turn
clockwise until the indicator points to the bar
on the dial, as illustrated.
2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer
will drain and spin.

What happens in each
When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a
number and pulled out, the washer fills to the
selected water level with the selected water
temperature before agitation and timing start.
The washer will begin agitating immediately
after filling; agitation can occur with the washer
lid up or down. After agitation starts, the knob
turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the
cycle ends.
The washer pausea briefly throughout
each cycle. These pauses are normal for
washer operation.
NOTE: If your washer drains into a laundry
tub, remove lint collected in the tub or strainer.
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Using the chlorine bleach dispenser
Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not
guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for
a full load. Use less with lower water level
settings. Follow manufacturer’s directions for
safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to
avoid spilling.
1. Load the washer.
2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into
dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or
run down into washer basket. Undiluted
bleach will damage any fabric it touches.
3. Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted
automatically during the wash part of the
cycle.
NOTE: Do not use this dispenser to add
powdered chlorine or all-fabric bleach to your
wash load. The dispenser is for liquid chlorine
bleach use only.
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Laundry Tips
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Removing stalnm ............................................... 11 caring for your WNhu .................................. 19
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Wmhing l pociakuo itoma ............................ 16
This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and
discusses solutions to common laundering problems.
Before you wash
Preparing clothes for washing
l Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid
snagging other items. Remove
pins, buckles, and other hard
objects to avoid scratching
the washer interior. Remove
unwashable trim and
l Empty pockets and turn them inside out.
l Turn down cuffs and brush away lint and dirt.
l Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
l Ee strings and sashes so they will not tangle.
l Mend tears, loose hems and seams.
l Treat spots and stains. (See pages 1l-1 3 for
pretreatment and stain removal information.)
l Stained or wet garments should be washed
promptly for best results.
Sorting
l Separate heavily soiled items from lightly
soiled ones even if they would
normally be washed together.
Separate lint givers (towels,
chenille) from lint takers (cordu-
roy, synthetics, permanent
press). When possible, turn lint givers
inside out.
l Separate dark from light colors, colorfast from
noncolorfast.
l Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy
cottons, knits, delicate items).
Loading
l Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the top
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of the basket, but do not pack or
wrap items around the agitator.
Items should move easily
through wash water for best
cleaning and wrinkle-free
results. Watch for rollover. Items should sink
and reappear later.
l Load washer properly. Overloading or
packing can:
-cause poor cleaning.
-increase wrinkling.
-create excessive lint.
-wear out items faster (because of pilling).
l Load by the amount of space items take up,
not by their weight.
l Mix large and small items in each load. Load
li!iEl
evenly to maintain washer
balance. An off-balance load
--” ’ can make the machine vibrate
-- during spin. To reduce wrinkling,
permanent press and synthetic
knits should have more room to move in the
water than heavy items (towels, jeans).
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Loading suggestions
For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the Large setting.
FULL-SIZE LOADS
Heavy Work Clothes
1 pair pants
2 shirts
2 pair jeans
1 coverall
DOlkhS
2 camisoles
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties
Mlxed Load
1 double sheet
2 pillowcases
6 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs
Knits
1 pair slacks
2 shirts
3 tops
1 vest
2 sweaters
Tow&
7 bath towels
4 hand towels
7 wash cloths
Permanent Press
1 tablecloth
1 skirt
2 blouses
2 shirts
1 pair slacks
Removing stains
Stained, heavily soiled or greasy items may
need to be prewashed or soaked for best
results. Soaking helps remove protein-type
stains like blood, milk, or grass. Pre-washing
helps loosen soil before washing.
Pre-washing or soaking
Use warm water for soaking or pre-washing
stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.
Stain removal rules
l Most stains are easier to remove when they
are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out.
Follow package directions for pretreatment
products.
l Before treating any stain, find out ...
1. What kind of stain it is.
2. What kind of fabric it is and if it is
colorfast (check label).
3. How old the stain is. Washing and drying
can set some stains.
l Start with cold or warm water. Hot water can
set some stains.
l When bleach is recommended, use a bleach
that is safe for the fabric. Dilute chlorine
bleach.
l Test stain removers on an inside seam or
hidden comer of the item to see if the color is
removed.
l Put the stained area face down on a paper
towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover
to the back of the stain. This can force the
stain off the fabric instead of through it.
l Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help
break down some protein stains so they are
easier to remove.
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Stain removal auide
STAIN TO REMOVE
Alcoholic
bOVlW~ge
These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh
stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of
lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse. Wash.
Blood
Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or
longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse. If stain remains,
put a few drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide on stain for 3-5 minutes. Rinse
thoroughly. Wash.
Chewing
Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a nonflam-
gum mable fabric cleaner. Let dry. Wash.
Chocolate or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil
coma and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to
stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.
Crayon and
Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Place fabric between two blotters or facial
candle wax
tissue. Press with warm iron. Remove color stain with nonflammable fabric
cleaner. Hand wash until stain is gone. If full load is crayon stained, take to
cleaners or coin-operated dry cleaning machine.
Cream, milk
Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner, or a prewash soil and stain re-
or ke cream mover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if necessary. If stain remains, apply a few drops of
liquid detergent and a few drops of ammonia. Blot dry and rinse. If stain remains,
soak in an enzyme presoak. Wash.
Deodoranta Light stab: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wash
and anti-
in hottest water safe for fabric.
penpirants Heavy stain:
Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and
all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.
Fa, grease
Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil should not be washed or dried. See
or oil
vegetable/cooking oil Warning on page 3. For other types of greasy stains, use
one of the methods below:
l Use pretreatment stain remover. Follow label directions. Wash in hottest water
safe for fabric.
l Use talcum powder to absorb as much grease as possible. Sponge with a
nonflammable fabric cleaner. Rinse. Wash.
l Treat with liquid detergent or rub a detergent paste on the stain. Wash using
hottest water safe for fabric.
Fruit otaine Fresh stains: Soak immediately in cool water. Wash. If stain remains, cover
area with a paste made of all-fabric bleach, a few drops of hot water and a few
drops of ammonia. Wait 15 to 30 minutes. Wash.
Old stslns: Sponge with white vinegar. Rinse. Then follow procedure for fresh
stains.
Grass or
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vegetablee
Ink or
ballpolnt
pen Ink
Soak in warm or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least 30 minutes, or
sponge with denatured alcohol. Wash in water temperature and bleach safe for
the fabric. For colored fabrics, check colorfastness before applying alcohol. For
acetate, sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. If stain remains, bleach
with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse. Rewash.
Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continu-
ously until all bleeding stops. Let dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain
remains, bleach if safe for fabric. (India and other indelible inks are almost
impossible to remove completely.)
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STAN TO REMOVE
iron or ru8t
Colored or noncoiorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun
to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.
Whtte or coiorfast Items: Try a rust remover. Test first on inside seam or
hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions.
Ketchup or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash
tomato
product0
soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent
to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.
Lipatkk Apply nonflammable fabric cleaner or prewash soil and stain remover. Blot with
absorbent material. Repeat if necessary. Rinse. If stain still remains, rub with
liquid detergent. Wash.
Meat juice, Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme
WQ presoak
at least 30 minutes, or treat stains with a nonflammable fabric cleaner.
Wash.
Mildew Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. If stain remains, soak in warm water and
an all-fabric bleach for 15 to 30 minutes. Rewash. (Old mildew stains are
almost impossible to remove. Mildew fungus destroys or weakens fabrics.)
An alternative to bleach is to treat with satt and lemon juice and dry in direct
sunlight. Rinse and rewash. Mildew may form if wet or damp laundry remains in
your washer for extended periods of time. To prevent mildew, promptly dry
laundry after washing.
Mustard
Treat immediately. Scrape off excess mustard. Sponge with a nonflammable
fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Work liquid deter-
gent and a few drops of vinegar into stain. Rinse. If stain remains, apply 3%
hydrogen peroxide. Rinse and wash.
Paint
Hand wash paint-stained items.
Water base: Treat stains while still wet. (These paints cannot be removed after
they have dried.) Rinse in warm water to flush out paint. Sponge with a
nonflammable fabric cleaner. Rinse. Wash.
Oil base: Scrape off fresh paint. Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or
treat stain with recommended thinner. While stain is still wet with solvent, rub
liquid detergent into it. Wash with hottest water safe for fabric.
Pemphtion Remove stains before ironing. Perspiration stains may weaken fabric. Wash or
sponge stain thoroughly with detergent and warm water. If perspiration has
changed the color of the fabric, use one of the following treatments:
Fresh stains: Apply ammonia to stain. Rinse. Launder to remove ammonia
odor.
Old stains: Apply white vinegar to stain. Rinse. Launder to remove vinegar
odor.
Scorch
Severe scorch cannot be removed. Wet stain with 3% hydrogen peroxide.
Cover with a dry cloth and press with an iron as hot as is safe for fabric. Rinse
well. Wash.
OR
Wet with lemon juice and spread in the sun to dry. Wash.
Soft drinkr
Sponge immediately with cold water and alcohol. Heat and detergent may set
stain.
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Water usage guide
Water temperature
WASH
HOT
13O’F (54%)
or above
WARM
go”-11 O’F
(32”~44°C)
RINSE USE FOR
COLD
l Heavy soils
l Work clothes
l Sturdy whites and
colorfast pastels
l Diapers
COLD
l Light and moderate soils
l Dark or noncolorfast
colors
l Moderately soiled perma-
nent press
l Nylons, polyesters,
acrylics, silks, woolens
l Knits and delicate fabrics
l Prewash, soak
COMMENTS
l Gives best cleaning for heavy
soils.
l Removes oils, perspiration, greasy
soils and stains.
l Prevents graying and yellowing.
l Safe for most fabric finishes.
l Less fading and dye bleeding.
l Reduces wrinkling.
COLD
70’-90°F
(21’-32°C)
COLD
l Very lightly soiled items
l Saves hot water.
l Moderately soiled items if
l Less effective cleaning than hot or
extra detergent is added warm water.
l Extra sensitive colors l Use longest wash time in cycle
(noncoloffast) selected.
l Rinsing, for all fabrics
l Use liquid detergent, or dissolve
powdered detergent in warm water
before adding to cold wash water.
l Pretreat spots, stains and heavy or
greasy soils.
To check your hot water temperature with a
candy or cooking thermometer:
1. Fill a pan with the hottest water available
from the faucet that will fill your washer.
Water hardness
Many poor washing results can be traced to
wash-water hardness. To check your water
hardness:
2. Place a candy or cooking thermometer in
water to check the temperature.
l City water-ask your city water company.
l Well water+xll your local water authority.
If you do not have
collect water from
washer.
a faucet at your wash site,
the faucet closest to your
NOTE: In wash-water temperatures colder
than 70°F (21“C):
l Detergents do not dissolve well.
l Soils are difficult to remove.
l Some fabrics will retain wear wrinkles and
may have increased pilling.
Ask for the mineral content in grains-per-gallon
or parts-per-million. If your water is 9 or more
grains-per-gallon or more than 153 parts-per-
million:
l Consider installing a water softener.
l Use more detergent.
l Use a packaged water conditioner.
l Do not use soap.
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Using laundry aids
Follow package instructions when using
laundry aids. (See ‘Removing Stains” on
pages 1l-1 3 for more information.)
Fire or Ex~iosion Hazard
l Store flammable solvents or liquids away
from your washer.
l Dry-cleaning solvents or fluids should not be
put directly into your washer.
l items treated with solvents should be rinsed
and air dried before washing in your
washer.
The fumes from these substances can create
a firs hazard or explosion.
Pemonal injury Hazard
l Never use chlorine bleach with ammonia or
acids. Hazardous fumes can form.
l Keep stain removal products out of the
reach of children ... prefersbly in a locked
cabinet.
L
All-fabric bleach
l Powdered or liquid all-fabric bleach may be
used on all types of fabrics.
l Do not use all-fabric bleach in the bleach
dispenser because it may clog.
Chlorine bleach
l Use your bleach dispenser. (See page 9.)
l Follow directions on care labels. Do not use
chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex,
acetates, or some flame-retardant fabrics.
l When soaking with chlorine bleach, add
detergent to soak water.
NOTE: Undiluted bleach will damage any
fabric it touches. The damage appears as rips,
holes, tears, or color loss, and may not show
up until several washings later.
Detergent
l Using too little detergent is a common cause
of laundry problems. Follow manufacturer’s
directions. Measure accurately, especially
when using ultra detergents. Package direc-
tions are usually based on:
-moderate water hardness (4-6 grains)
-lightly soiled items
-normal wash loads.
l Use more detergent for:
-hard water
+ooler wash water
-full loads
-heavily soiled items.
l Do not judge the amount of detergent to use
by the amount of suds in the machine. Low
sudsing detergents do not create as many
suds as normal sudsing detergents.
l If the recommended amount of normal
sudsing detergent creates too many suds or
suds are present in the rinse water, try a low
sudsing detergent.
Fabric softeners
l Add diluted fabric softener only in the final
rinse.
l Always dilute fabric softeners with l/z to 1 cup
(125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric
softener can stain fabrics.
l Fabric softeners should not be mixed with
other laundry products because greasy stains
may form. If stains form, remove by wetting
the stain and rubbing with liquid detergent or a
bar of soap. Rewash the stained item.
l Too much fabric softener can make some
items (diapers and towels) non-absorbent. If
this happens, use less fabric softener or do
not use it every time.
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Washing special-care items
Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow
label directions when they are available. General washing instructions for some special washables
are included in this section.
Blanketa Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cyde, and time
according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be
necessary.
If manufacturer recommends machine washing:
1. Measure blanket before washing.
2. Add mild detergent to washer. Fill and agitate briefly to dissolve
detergent.
3. Stop washer. Load blanket evenly around agitator. Soak 10 to
15 minutes.
4. Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin. Start washer. Spin
1 to 2 minutes.
5. Fill washer for final rinse. Stop washer. Allow to soak.
6. Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin. Start washer. Allow
washer to finish cycle.
7. Lay blanket on flat surface and block by gently stretching to
original measurement. Woolens tend to shrink more the first time
they are washed. This is normal.
Curtain@, drapes,
8llpcoverr Wash small loads. Crowding will cause wrinkling.
1. Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt.
2. Wash following manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE:
l Sun-damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether hand or
machine washed.
l Replace slipcovers while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly
Dir8
When using chlorine bleach for soaking, add detergent to load.
Avoid overuse of fabric softeners. Absorbency will be reduced.
1. Rinse immediately. Soak in a solution of lukewarm water and
a small amount of detergent until you are ready to wash them.
You may wish to use bleach or a special soaking product
when soaking.
2. Spin excess water from diapers before washing.
3. Wash diapers as you would wash white cottons and linens.
Elaatk, spnndex
Elastic picks up oil from the body. Oil can damage elastic. Wash
often to help reduce the damage. Use warm water and sufficient
detergent to remove oils.
Flameretardant
Items will be clearly labeled as flame-retardant. Follow
clothing manufacturer’s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities.
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Flberglnaa
mmteriala
Knita
Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles
could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation.
Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However,
this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and
damaged when washed (especially bulky knits). Knits made of
synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to
keep their original shape more than a knit made of cotton or
ramie.
1. Close zippers, fasten hooks and eyes to prevent snagging.
2. Wash small loads to reduce pilling and lint.
PllloW8, l tuffed
toy8
Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they are
dryer dried.
1. Add detergent, then partially fill washer with water; agitate
until detergent is dissolved.
2. Place two pillows on opposite sides of the agitator to balance
the load.
3. Allow washer to fill completely and continue through the
cycle.
4. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being
washed.
Plastk, rubber
Itema
Qullts, bed8preada
Treat as delicate items. Wash in warm water. Wash small items
in a mesh bag.
Do not wash cotton-filled comforters unless they are quilted or
stitched; tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy.
Scatter ruga 1. Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt.
2. Wash more than one small rug at a time. If you wash only
one rug, add bath towels to balance the load. A larger rug
should be distributed around the agitator to balance the load.
Snowoulte, jecketa,
etc.
1. Wash only one or two items at a time. Load evenly around
the agitator.
2. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being
washed.
3. Two rinses may be necessary.
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Solving laundering problems
Most laundering problems are easily sofved if you understand the cause. Check the following list
for problems you may have and possible causes. If you need additional help, check the ‘If You
Need Assistance or Service” section of this book.
PROBLEM
Brown, yellow
ateina
Dye trenater
CAUSE
l Chlorine staining
l Iron in water heater or pipes
l Iron and manganese in water
l Improper sorting
l Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle
Gray whltea,
dingy colon
l Improper sorting
l Water temperature too low
l Not enough detergent
Gr-y looking
spots
l Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water)
l Undiluted fabric softener or fabric softener poured directly on load
l Fabric softener in wash water
l Not enough detergent
Lint
l Improper sorting
l Paper or tissue in pockets
l Pilling being mistaken for lint
l Overloading
l Not enough detergent
Loed too wet
after spin
Shrinking
l Cold rinses
l Lid is opened before spinning is completed
l Fabric type (some knits stretch during manufacturing-laundering return:
fabric to original size)
l Care label directions not followed
Snags. rlpa, holea
l Items damaged before washing
l Misuse of chlorine bleach
l Sharp articles not removed from pockets
l Overloading
l Fasteners not fastened
Stiff, rough fabrics
l Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water)
(usually cottons)
l Not enough detergent
l Line drying
Twlatlng. tangling
l Overloading
l Improper loading (do not wrap large items around agitator)
Wrinkling
l Overloading
l Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle
l Improper rinse temperature
l Cyde selection is incorrect (based on fabric type)
Yellow ereea
l Water temperature too low
(from body oila)
l Not enough detergent
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Caring for your washer
l Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with
a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.
l Remove hard water deposits using only
cleaners labeled as washer safe.
l If the washer interior needs cleaning (for
example, after tinting or dyeing), put 1 cup
(250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups
(500 mL) of detergent in the washer. Run
through a complete cycle using hot water.
If staining occurs on following loads, repeat
the process.
l Sharp or metal objects can damage your
washer. Check pockets for pins, clips,
money, bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these
objects on your washer after emptying
pockets.
NOTE: Operate your washer only when you
are at home.
Care during periods of non-use
Winter storage or moving care
Install and store your washer where it will not
freeze. Because some water stays in the
washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer
is stored or moved during freezing weather,
winterize it.
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect the
drain water inlet hoses.
2. Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in
the basket.
3. Run washer on a drain and spin setting (see
page 9) for about 30 seconds to mix the
antifreeze and water.
4. Unplug power supply cord.
To use the washer agaln:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3. Turn on both water faucets.
4. Reconnect power supply cord.
5. Run the washer through a complete cycle
with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean
out antifreeze.
Non-use/vacation care
1. Unplug power supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
2. Turn off water supply leading to your
washer. This will help avoid accidental
flooding while you are away (for example,
due to a water pressure surge).
Saving energy
l Use warm or cold wash water for most loads.
Use hot water only when washing heavy,
greasy soils or whites.
l Use cold rinses.
l Wash full loads.
l Use lower water levels when washing small
loads.
l Use your washer during off-peak hours. (Ask
your power company for details.)
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If You Need Assistance
Or Service
1. Before calling for assistance ...
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0-b
Is your water turned on?
.
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Is the power cord plugged in?
Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker’?
If you need more help, check the chart below.
PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Washer will not fill Are both hot and cold water faucets open?
Are the water supply hoses kinked?
Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out?
Washer does not spin Is the lid closed?
Washer stops during Washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle. These
a cyck pauses are normal.
Washer fiiis and drains Is the Cycle Control Knob pointing to a number in the cycle?
without running
Washer drains during Adjust the drain hose so that it is higher than the water level in the
wash and rinse cycies, washer.
or water siphons oul
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