GE WLW1500R Installation instructions

Contents
Agitator
22
Appliance Registration
2
Care and Cleaning
22
Consumer Services
23
Controls Setting Guide 6,7
Cycle Settings
5
Detergents, Other Additives 11–15
Energy-Saving Tips
8
Hard Water
14
Limestone Deposits
12
Loading the Washer
5, 10
Model and Serial Numbers
2
Operating the Washer 4-8
Pretreating 7,9, 15
Problem Solver 18-22
Stiety Instructions 3,4
Soak Cycle
5,8
Sorting Clothes
4,9
Stains
16
Stain Removal Guide
17
Storage and Vacation Tips 22
User Maintenance Instructions 22
Warranty
Back Cover
GE Answer
Center@
800.626.2000
Use and Care
of Model
~W1500R

~LP US mLP YOU...
Read this book carefully. Save time and money.
It is intended to help you
Before you request service . . .
operate and maintain your check the Problem Solver
new washer properly.
section. It lists causes of minor
Keep it handy for answers to operating problems that you can
your questions. correct yourself.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include If you received a
your phone number) damaged washer...
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on
the lower left side near the front.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your washer. Before sending in
this card, please write these
Consumer Affairs Immediately contact the dealer (or
numbers here:
Hotpoint builder) that sold you the washer.
Appliance Park
Model Number
Louisville, KY 40225
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your washer.
WA~ING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
—Do not store or use gasoline or other
● -ediately call your gas supplier from a
flammable vapors and liquids in the neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
vicinity of this or any other appliance. instructions,
—W~T TO DO E YOU S~LL GAS
● E you cannot reach your gas supplier,
● Do not try to light any apptiance.
call the fire department.
● Do not touch any elwtricd stitch;
—Insolation and service must be performed
do not use any phone in your building.
by a qualified instiler, service agency or
the gas supplier.
● Clear the room, building or area of dl
occupants.
All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
If You Need Service
To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page
in the back of this book.
We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for further help.
First, contact the people who
FINALLY, if your problem
serviced your appliance. Explain
is still not resolved, write:
why you are not pleased. In most Major Appliance Consumer
cases, this will solve the problem. Action
Panel
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, 20 North
Wacker Drive
write
all the details—including Chicago, IL 60606
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
Hotpoint
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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WORTANT SMEH ~STRUCTIONS
R~d W instmctions kfom using ttis appliance.
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WARNWG-TO reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons when
using your appliance,
follow basic
p~autions, including the following:
* Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Book.
s This washer must be properly
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installed and lmated in accordance
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with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive an
hstallat~on Instructions sheet with your washer,
you can obtain one by
c~ling, toll free, the
GE
~swer Center? 800.626.2000.
—Properly ground to conform with dl
governing codes and ordinances. Follow
details in Instillation Instructions.
—Install or store where it will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing or exposed
to the weather.
<onnect to a properly rated, protected and sized
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
<onnect to adequate plumbing and drain
facilities as described in the Installation
hstructions.
● Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in
use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves, and to
minimi2e leakage if a hose or valve should break
or rupture,
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● When disconnecting this appliance
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pull by the plug rather than the cord to
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avoid damage to the cord or junction of
cord and plug. Make sure that the cord
is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
● Do not repair or replace any part
of the appliance or attempt any
servicing unless specifica~y
recommended in this Use and Care Book or in
published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to mrry out.
To minimize the possibility of injury:
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\ . Do not mix chlorine bleach with
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ammonia or acids such as vinegar an~or
rust remover. Mixing can produce a
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toxic gas which may cause death.
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● Do not wash or dry articles that
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have been cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, or spotted with
combustible or explosive substances
(such as wax, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-
cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may
ignite or explode. Do not add these substances
to the wash water. Do not use these substances
around your washer antior dryer during
operation.
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WARNINGHYDROGEN GAS
is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater and the gas
~n accumulate in the water heater anMor water
pipes if hot water has not been used for a period
of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS CAN
BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE
C~CUMSTANCES. So to prevent the
possibility of damage or injury, if you have not
used hot water for two weeks or more, or move
into a residence in which the hot water system
may not have been used for some time, turn on
all hot water faucets and allow them to run for
several minutes before using any electrical
appliance which is conneeted to the hot water
system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to
escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame or apptiance
during this process.
● Never reach into washer while it is
moving, Before loading, unloading
or adding clothes, push in the Cycle
Selector knob to OFF position, then
wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the lid.
● Close supervision is necessary if
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this appliance is used by or near
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children. Do not allow children
to play inside, on, or with this
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appliance or any discarded
appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and
shipping or packing materials properly. Before
dismrding a washer, or removing from service,
remove the washer lid.
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WORTANT SmETY ~STRUCTIONS
(continued)
* Keep dl laundry aids (such as
detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners,
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etc.) out of the reach of children,
preferably in a locked cabinet.
Observe dl warnings on container
labels to avoid personal injury,
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. Keep the area around and underneath
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your appliances free from the
accumulation of combustible materials,
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such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
● Keep the floor around your appliances clean and
dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
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● To minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from the
power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning.
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NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob
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to an 0~ position does NOT disconnect
0- the appliance from the power supply.
● Do not timper with controls.
● Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning,
parti~ly disassembled, or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged
cord or plug,
● Never climb on or stand on the washer top.
● Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer.
Skin irritation could result from the remaining
particles that may be picked up by clothing
during subsequent washer use.
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● The laundry process can reduce the
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flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid
such a result, the garment
manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed
ve~ carefully.
For washer operation
* Do not leave washer lid up during cycIe.
This will stop the wash and spin action
and prevent completion of the cycle.
SAWmEmSmuCmoNS
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER
WARNING-TO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
Sorting and Loading
● Son clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color ● Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not to
and amount of soil, according to instructions in How overload. See the How to Load Your Washer section.
to Sort Clothes section.
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● For information on how to use bleaches and fabric
● Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents, softeners, see Other Laundry Products section.
Other Additives section for information on
detergents and other laundry additives.
● Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin
with the lid open.
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Setting the Controls
Use the Controls Setting Guide to help you make the
~ Push Cycle Selector knob inandturn clockwise to
proper selections.
your selected wash setting.
‘~-Select Water Level.
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/2 full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
@ Select WasMRinse Temperature.
@ Pull Cycle Selector knob _ ~~~~~
out to start the washer.
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If you wish to change
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setting after washer
has started, push Cycle STOP
+
Selector knob into stop ‘
the washer and reset to the new position.
Setting can be changed at any time.
Tips to Help You Select Settings
Regular Cycles—
Permanent Press Cycles—
Soak Cycle—
For most
cottons,
linens,
and work
and play
clothes.
Longer
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OFF
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CYC18 RINSE
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wash times plus an extra helps prevent set-in wrinkles in out. Washer turns off at end of
deep rinse, spray rinse and spin permanent press shirts, blouses, Soak Cycle—must be reset for
provide thorough washing and dresses and similar apparel with desired wash cycle.
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detergent remo;al. -
normal soil.
What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)
Regular Cycles
Permanent Press Cycles
Cycle
Selector Heavy
Medium Light Soak
Permanent
Knitd
Settings
Soil Cycle
Press Delicates
Wash
20 15
6
11
4
Spin
3% 3%
3%
22%
Rinse
3% 3% 3%
3X 3Z
3
NOTES:
● Total time includes pauses between each phase of the
cycle.
● Total time does not include water fill times. Fill times
vary depending on household water pressure and your
selected water level.
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77 7 7
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Total Time 37
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23 II 25
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CONTROLS SETTmG GUmE
Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads
Wash Water
Temperature
Load Cycle Setting
Cottons and Linens
White/Colorfast
BrighVNoncoIorfast
Work Clothes
Heavy soil
Hot or Warm
Warm or Cold
Normal Setting
Normal Setting
Hot
Normal for small loads;
Heavy for all other loads
Normal Setting
Average soil
Hot or Warm
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons
Heavy or oily soil
Hot
Warm
Normal Soil Setting
Knits/Delicates
Average or light soil
Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics
Sturdy
Delicate
warm
Warm
Normal Soil Setting
Knits/Delicates
Knits/Delicates
Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk
and Wool Warm
Rayon and Acetate
Warm
Knits~elicates
Down-filled garments, if machine
washing is recommended
Warm
Permanent Press Setting
Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets,
Coveralls
Baby Clothes—Delicate
Blankets—Woo],
Pafi-Wool, Cotton
Hot
Normal or Light Soil Setting,
depending on amount of soil.
Warm
Warm
Knits/Delicates
Light Soil Setting
Blankets—Synthetic, Electric
Warm
Light Soil Setting
Curtains—DO NOT MACHINE
WASH FIBERGLASS
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes*
Slipcovers, Draperies,
Bathmats
Knits~elicates
Hot or Warm
Hot or Warm
Hot or Warm
Knits~elicates
Normal Setting
and Rugs*
Denims (especially Indigo Blue
Cold or Warm
Normal Setting
Jeans) and other fabrics that
bleed
Rubber-coated Items. Laminated
Warm
Knits/Delicates
Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and
Articles with Plastic Trim
Pillows Warm
Permanent Press Setting
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*Check size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home-size washer.
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Bleach
Liquid chlorine type.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
No bleach.
Seldom needed. If needed, use only
non-chlorine bleach.
No bleach.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine
type.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.
No bleach.
No bleach.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
No bleach.
No bleach.
No bleach.
Special Instructions
If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in
the Detergent Guide.
Use maximum detergent recommended in the Detergent Guide.
Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in the Detergent
Guide.
If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in the Detergent
Guide.
Small loads reduce wrinkling.
Wash on/y if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.
Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.
Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment’s warmth. Wash separately. Wet
down gives off an odor which maybe absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when
garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and
granular detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance.
GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.
You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do baby clothes separately. Pretreat spots.
Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold
water and conditioning agent like
Borateem brand.
You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do hand-knit garments by hand.
Fill washer, add detergent, allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time.
Pretreat heavily soile~ spots with liquid detergent.
On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over
plug to protect blanket and washer from
damage. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detegent.
Vacuum out loose dirt before washing.
Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt.
For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water fill.
Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases. May discolor plastic washer
parts. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration, but will probably never eliminate it.
The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads.
Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat).
Pillows are made of different materialsdacron, fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and
down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but manufacturers care labels must be
,fol[owed carefully. If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes and
mend to prevent escape of feathers or filling. Fill washer, add detergent and agitate for several
minutes to dissolve detergent. Add two pillows at a time to balance load. Use
l-e water level.
Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Labels
For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS.”
For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
D.C. 20402.
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OPERATmG ~STRUCTIoNS
(continued)
How to Use the Soak Cycle
● Soak Cycle
temperature will Sm
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automatically
soak CYC19 RINSE
be cold.
● For a hot or warm
soak, set the
WasMRinse Temp.
control to HOT/COLD or WARM/COLD and
turn the Cycle Selector knob to NORMAL in the
Regular Cycles.
Start the washer. After washer fills and begins to
agitate, push in the Cycle Selector knob and turn
to SOAK CYCLE. Pull out the Cycle Selector knob
to complete the cycle.
● For an extended soak, allow the washer to fill and
agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking
agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop
the washer (keep lid closed) and allow to soak for as
long as desired. After desired soak period, pull out the
Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle.
If your clothes and household
items don’t look clean and fresh
after washing, you will probably
rewash them... and that means
you’ll waste energy. Remember
to sort your clothes carefully,
and load them properly, select
correct cycles, use enough
detergent and choose a
water
temperature warm enough to
release and
get rid of soil.
● Use Hot Wash—up to 150°F.
(65°C.)—on a regular basis
only when washing heavily
soiled articles-such as work
and play clothes.
ENERGY-sAv~G TWS
● Under normal soil conditions,
wash in water above
80°F.
(27°C.). This generally
means using the Warm Wash
temperature setting on your
washer—temperatures
approximately 90°F.–l
IO°F.
(32°C.-380C.) or hand
comfortable. If you notice
that soil has accumulated after
several consecutive washings,
use Hot Wash occasionally, if
safe for fabrics.
● Try to wash less often. Save
articles of the same type of
fabric until you have a full load.
● If you must wash smaller loads,
adjust the amount of water.
Small loads should have lower
water levels.
● Wash in off-peak utility hours.
Your local utility can tell you
which are the off-peak hours.
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HOW TO SORT CLOT~S
Sort by Surface Texture
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LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and
Separate .
chenille—give up lint.
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Lint u
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Lint aLINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers
%~Producers
from ‘=Coliectors
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and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—
attract lint. These must be washed separately.
For more information on lint control, see
The Problem Solver section.
Sort by Fabric
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Sort by Soil
In addition to sorting
to reduce lint collection,
it is recommended
that fabrics of similm
construction be
washed together
whenever possible.
Sort by Color
Separate
For instructions on
different fabrics and
loads, see the Controls
Setting Guide.
It pays to check and prepare
clothes for washing.
● Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks
and buttons.
Q Do any necessary mending—
rips, hems, tears.
● Check all items for areas of
heavy
soil or stain.
● Remove stains. See Stain
Removal Guide.
“ Turn poly knits inside-out to
minimize fabric surface damage.
Soaking and Pretreating—a
good way to loosen deep soils
and stains.
A thorough soaking with detergent
or special soaking agent is another
way to remove heavy soils,
embedded dirt and even some stains.
Soaking can be either a completely
separate washing step or a
preliminary step to a complete
wash cycle. For detailed
information on how to soak in
your washer, see How to Use the
Soak Cycle on opposite page.
FOR INFORMATION ON
SOAKING AGENTS, see Other
Laundry Products Guide.
● Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing
in a small amount of liquid
detergent or a paste made of
water and powdered detergent
or soap. For best results, wait
1/2 hour before washing.
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER
This illustration, with clothes just
reaching the Filter Ring, shows a
proper load. Clothes have ample
room to move because they are not
packed down, nor wrapped around
the agitator. Clothes are loaded dry
since wet items are likely to pack
down which encourages
overloading. This size load
requires a
full water fill.
What is the best size load of
clothes—large, medium, or
small? Save time, energy and
detergent by avoiding extra use of
the washer. Try to wash a full load
of clothes. If you can it is better to
save clothes until you have a full
load. If you must wash smaller
loads, save water, energy and
detergent by adjusting the water
level for the size of the load. See
Operating Instructions.
● Load clothes dry.
● Take a properly sorted group of
clothes and drop them loosely in
the wash basket in this order:
~ Large Items–like sheets. Do
not wrap around the agitator.
@ Small Items–like washcloths.
o Medium Size Items–like
towels.
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To Add Items After the Washer Has Started
● Turn off the washer. NOTE: When washing stockings, panty hose and
● Add any additional articles by submerging them other easily tangled items, always handle separately.
next to the agitator.
To minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net
laundry bag.
Special Recommendations for Washing Permanent Press If You Do Not Have a Dryer
If you are machine-washing Permanent Press clothes ● Use more water than you would for a regular load.
that you plan to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to Use a Medium Water Level for a Small Load; a
minimize wrinkling in the wash process: High Water Level for a Medium Load.
● Be careful not to overload washer. Permanent Press ● Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops
clothes must have ample room to move freely. A
and hang immediately.
Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that
should be washed.
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SELECT~G DETERGENTS AND SOAP
Products
Phosphate–
Powdered Detergents
Non-Phosphate–
Powdered Detergents
Liquid Detergents
Soaps
Advantages
Perform well in hard or soft water.
Wash all types of fabrics well.
Can be used in hot, warm, or
cold water.
Perform satisfactorily in soft
or moderately hard water.
In some areas only non-phosphate
products are available.
Perform well in soft water.
Offer better performance in
hard water than powdered
non-phosphate types.
Clean synthetics and fabric
blends well.
Are excellent as concentrates
for removing spots.
Completely dissolve even in
cold water.
Perform well in soft water.
Disadvantages
Are not available in some areas.
Generally do not clean well in
hard water.
May be difficult to dissolve,
especially in cold water.
Should not be used in cold water.
Those containing sodium
carbonate as an ingredient may
cause harmful limestone deposits
on clothes and washer when
combined with hard water.
(See Detergents section.)
May not perform as well as
powdered phosphate products
when diluted in wash water.
Generally do not clean well in
medium-hard or hard water.
May combine with water
hardness minerals to form
sticky soap curd.
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T~ RESULTS OF CONTmED
USE OF CAmONATE DETERGENTs
Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonate type non-phosphate detergent, you will most probably notice
limestone* deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces. The hardness of your water and your washing frequency
will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up. If your water is VERY HARD (11 or more grains) and if you
wash just a few loads a week, you may see limestone buildup in just a few months.
Effects on Clothes
Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on
cotton, it will eventually affect various fabrics in the
following ways:
● Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to fabrics such
as toweling.
● Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy.
● Causes graying of fabrics.
● Leaves a white, powdery residue on
dark-colored items.
● Causes spot-fading of bright colors as a result of
direct contact with detergent.
“ Reduces wrinkle-resistance of permanent
press fabrics.
● Destroys effectiveness of flame-retardant finishes on
cottons such as children’s
sleepwear.
● Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action
between limestone deposits on the fabrics during
washer agitation.
Effects on Washer
“ Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to
the wash solution.
● Mat-like, crusty formations caused by lint adhering
to the sticky limestone deposits.
● Increased service calls because of limestone deposits
in the pump, recirculation water hoses, filters and
other washer parts.
“ Reduced useful life of washer.
Recommended Methods to Reduce
Limestone Buildup
● Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid
detergent if these are available in your area.
● Install a home water softener. This will significantly
reduce limestone buildup.
● Use a packaged non-precipitating water softener,
such as
Calgon brand with phosphate.
Good Washing Practices May Delay Limestone Damage to Clothes
The following recommendations will temporarily delay
the effects of limestone on your clothes. These are
generally good washing practices and will give better
soil removal whether or not
you have hard water or use
carbonate detergent.
● Use hotter wash water, for example up to
150°F. (65°C.) for cottons. This also improves
oily-soil removal.
Q If you wash in cooler water to save energy, use more
detergent to promote better washing. Also be sure to
use bleach on
bleachable fabrics. Use hot water
whenever possible.
c Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate
for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before
adding clothes.
c Increase amount of detergent. See guide on opposite
page for recommended detergent amounts in relation
to water hardness.
● Increase use of bleaches, presoaks, packaged water
conditioners, prewash soil and stain removers to help
in removing stubborn soils and stains.
● Use greater care in sorting loads. Wash very dirty
loads separately and increase detergent to help keep
dirt from redepositing on less
soiled items. Wash
delicate items separately to prevent damage from
heavy, sturdy clothes.
● Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action
of washer.
● Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness
in clothes.
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*LIMESTONE–technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE–is caused by the
reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent.
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How to Partially Restore Clothes
Once clothes have developed limestone deposits,
they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution
of two cups (480 ml) of
vineg= in one gallon (3.8 liters)
of hot tap water for 15 minutes. USE A PLASTIC
CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in the washer
using detergent.
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CAUTIONS:
● Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer.
The acidic action of the vinegar may damage
the porcelain.
● Vinegar soak solution may reduce the
wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.
● Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics.
HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHO~D YOU USE?
The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most
important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean.
Amount required varies
according to:
1. Water hardness
2. Amount of soil
3. Size of load
4. Type of detergent
5. Wash temperature
Use more detergent if you have...
1. Hard water
2. Large loads
3. Greasy or oily soils
4. Lower wash temperature
5. Low phosphate detergent
If the recommended amount of
detergent produces too many suds,
switch to a low
sudsing detergent
brand, and follow instructions
on package.
Using too little
detergent is a
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common cause
=
of laundry
=
problems. Always ~
measure detergent —
in a standard measuring cup.
How to use detergent—
granular or powdered:
For best results, add detergent
to the wash basket before loading
clothes. If you load your clothes
first, add detergent next to
the agitator.
If your detergent doesn’t dissolve
well, predissolve the detergent in
hot water, then pour directly into
the wash basket.
Recommended Amount of Detergent for Average Soil Load
Water Level Setting
Water
Hardness
High Medium
I
Low
,
VERY HARD 2 cups
lfi cups
1 M cups
10-20 Grains (480 ml) (420 ml) (300 ml)
High-Sudsing
HARD
1 x cups
1 k cups
314 cup
Powder ~pe
4-10 Grains
(420 ml) (360 ml) (180 ml)
SOFT
1 cup 1 cup
112 cup
O-4 Grains (240 ml) (240 ml) (120 ml)
(
Low-Sudsing
Concentrated
0-10 Grains 1 cup
314 cup
1/2 cup
Powder Npe
(240 ml)
(180 ml) (120 ml)
LIQUID
O-10 Grains
FOLLOW PAC~GE DI~CTIONS
1. Use recommended amount
of detergent for your load
and water hardness as shown
in guide at left.
2. When using other detergent
types—low and normal suds,
powders, liquids! non-phosphate
powders—follow directions
on package.
3. For hard water t]:eatment, see
Hard Water Guide.
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~RD WATER—DO YOU mVE IT?
Before you can decide what to do about hard
water, you need to know if you have it and, if
so, how hard it is.
● If you live in a municipal area, contact your
water company.
● If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas,
contact your county agent.
The answer will be “you have ‘so many grains’ per
gallon (3.8 liters)” and means this:
O to 3 grains per gallon (3.8 liters)—SOFT
4 to 10 grains—HARD
11 to
19 grains—VERY HARD
20 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD
If your water is SOFT, you have no problem. You
can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget
all about hard water. If you have HARD water—less
than 10 grains—and you use phosphate detergent,
you also have no problem.
But, if you have more than 10 grains, you will need
to soften your water with either...
1. An installed water softener in your home, or
2. The use of a packaged water softener.
For information on water softeners, see the
guide below.
Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level
Grains of
hardness
I
o-1o
I
IO-15
I
15–20
I
20–25
I
25-30
I
over 30
When using
o 1/4 cup
1/2 cup 2/3
CUP
Icup 1
c~lp plus I tablespoon for every 5 grains above
with detergent (60 ml) (120
ml) (160 ml) (240 ml)
30 (240 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)
When using
1/3 cup
213 CUP
314 cup 1 cup lx cups
1 X cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains
with soap
(80 ml) (160 ml) (180 ml) (240 ml) (360 ml) above 30 (300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)
—
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OT~R LAU~RY PRODUCTS
Laundry
Product and
~pe
BLEACH
Chlorine liquid
such as
Clorox brand
Non-chlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand
FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy Brand
Wash additive such as
Rain Barrel brand
SANITIZER
Chlorine bleach
such as
Clorox brand
WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating
such as
Calgon brand
Precipitating such as
Borax brand
SOAK AGENT
Such as Biz brand
PRETREATING,
STAIN AND
SPOT REMOVERS
Such as Spray’n Wash
and
K2R brands
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as Rit
and Tintex brands
How to Use it
Dilute bleach with at least one quart
(0.96 liters) water and add after wash
action has started and detergent is
dissolved.
Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.
Mix recommended amount with one
cup (240 ml) water and add at start of
rinse cycle.
Follow package directions.
Add during wash
cycle.
Use in case of infection and
contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Follow package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.
Follow package directions.
Follow package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
care labels for instructions.
Follow package directions.
NOTE: Tinted garments may not be
colorfast. Wash separately.
Special Instructions
1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into
washer or on dry clothes.
2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine
bleached such as: 100% cotton flame-retardant children’s
sleepwear, silk, wool, mohair, spandex, leather, or non-fast
colors. Dilute bleach before using on any fabric.
3) Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels for special
instructions.
1) May be used on all kinds of fabrics.
2) Is most effective in hot water.
1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.
2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on
some clothes.
4) Do not pour directly on clothes.
5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle,
such as Rain Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s
instructions exactly.
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and
viruses.
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.
CAUTION: Washer control panels and finishes may be
damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain
remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the washer. Apply these pretreatment
products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment
uroducts is not covered bv your wamanty.
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,
1/2 cup (120 ml) detergent, 1 cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe
exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration
but may never eliminate it.
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HOW TO ~MOVE STAmS
1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The ● Test stain removal product on a hidden inside
fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. seam or on a sample of the material.
2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take ●
Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains. It
these steps: can set some stains.
● Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the 3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.
next page, and use only recommended methods. 4. Wash with recommended amount of
soa~ or
● Check the care label instructions that came with
.
detergent.
the garment.
Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and Bleachable Fabrics
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool
water—approximately 80°F. (27°C.)—in a sink or pan. Soak stained area
for 5 minutes and launder in washer.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain
Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments If these stains are not completely removed in the wash,
may cause stains which are virtually invisible and the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.
which you may not notice as you put your clothes Then they will become very visible and you may think
into the washer. they were caused by the wash cycle itself.
Once These Spoti Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?
● Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes.
● Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.
How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash” Stains?
● Increase the amount of detergent normally used.
● Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.
. Wash synthetic garments more often.
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STA~ ~MOVAL GUDE
Stain
Adhesives
(Chewing Gum, etc.)
Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
Blood
Chocolate, Cream,
Ice Cream and Milk
Coffee and Tea
Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid
or Pancake Makeup, Rouge,
Powder; Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil
Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,
Wine, Vegetables or Food
Coloring
Grass, Foliage, mowers,
Mildew, Scorch
Ink, Ballpoint
Paint and Varnish
Perspiration
Rust
White and Bleachable Fabrics
See Controls Setting Guide.
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull tool to
carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge
with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * then launder.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach
according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. If color
has changed, you may be able to restore it by sponging with
ammonia.** Rinse thoroughly.
Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,
bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;
Apply undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according
to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite
ua~e, launder and dry.
Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page. Launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for
cream.
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted liquid
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page.
Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to
the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots
while they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.)
If either type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and
sponge with dry cleaning fluid,* or use spray cleaner. Apply
undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains: Bleach according to the
Stain Removal Hint on opposite page.
Soften with oil,
lard or petroleum jelly, then sponge with
turpentine or banana oil. Launder in warm water.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water.
If color has changed you maybe able to restore it by treating with
ammonia or vinegm.** If any stain remains, treat with safe d~
cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page, launder and dry.
Apply rust remover,** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and
launder.
Other Washable Fabrics
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except use non-chlorine bleach.
Sponge or soak in cool water, then
launder.
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe
cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted
liquid
detergent. Launder in warm water.
Sponge with warm water. If stain remains,
apply warm glycerine, let stand 30
minutes and rinse
well, or sponge with a
safe dry cleaning fluid. * Launder.
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.*
Then launder in warm detergent water.
Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining
stain with non-chlorine bleach.
Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted
liquid detergent.
Bleach remaining stain
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom be
removed. Scorch can seldom
be removed.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except launder using non-chlorine bleach.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach
with non-chlorine bleach.
Same as white and
bleachable fabrics.
A
*Caution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you
**DO not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia Or acids such as vinegar
are in a well ventilated room when using them. No cleaning
and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause
fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitations death.
and required cautions (usually printed on label).
Use extreme caution
with flammable compounds. Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.
Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer.
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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GAWENTS
GRAYED CLOTHES
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers (such as terry towels and
chenille) from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, veIveteen, corduroy).
Q Washing too long, especially for smaller loads, For norrnd soil, wash one
minute per pound of dry clothes.
● Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to
form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or liquid
detergent; use warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical
softener or a packaged water softener.
● Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint. Predissolve
granular detergent in hot water before adding to washer; make sure detergent is
completely dissolved before adding clothes; switch to liquid or cold water
detergent or use warmer wash water. See Detergent Guide.
● Overloading wiIl cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer items
with correct water level.
● Too much bleach. Use correct amount of bleach according to package directions.
s Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle. Increase
amount of detergent. See Detergent Guide,
● Incorrect use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, softeners may react with
detergent to create a white deposit. Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless
package specifies adding to wash cycle. See
~tier Laundry Products section.
. Pilling usually on polyester-cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may
look like lint. Turning clothes inside-out may provide some help.
● Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener
in rinse cycle.
These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may not notice them
before washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in
wash cycle, the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots wdl
then be very visible. They are
not caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments
as soon as possible after wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest
water fabric can stand. If spots appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand
30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using hottest water fabric can stand.
● Insufficient detergent, You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load
is larger than normal, if
soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is
large or if water is Hard to Extremely Hard.
● Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to defiver hot
water to the washer at 140°F.-1500F. (60°C.+50C.). Do not wash when other
hot water needs—such as
dishwashing or family baths-are heavy.
● Poor or inferior detergent. Change to phosphate detergent, if possible.
Follow these steps:
1. Use water conditioner (such as
Cdgon brand).
2. Pretreat stains.
3. Use the hottest water possible.
4. Use bleach where possible.
5. Use presoak aids.
6. Install water softener.
—
● Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil,
causing gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of load.
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●
PROBLEM
GRAYED
CLOT~S
(continued)
YELLOWED
CLOTHES
BLUE OR GRAY
COLOR STAINS
SHRIN~GE,
GENERAL
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is
sufficient. However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments,
you may need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent.
Q Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps
at bottom of previous page.
● Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash
times for smaller loads.
● Detergent dissolves too slowly. Detergent must be present in the wash solution
at the start of agitation. See Detergent, Other Additives section.
* To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:
1. Put clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check Manufacturer’s Care
Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment.
● Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon brand with
phosphate—use
2M times as much as you need for normal water softening.
Q Do not use detergent or soap.
. Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.
● Repeat, if necessary.
2. If you prefer to use the Soak Cycle, see How to Use the Soak Cycle section.
Use water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow
clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.
● Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent.
Check hem of T-shirt or pillow case. If they are white and center is yellow, it
contains body oil. Restore whiteness following procedures in Grayed
Clothes, above.
● Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen
bleach (such as
Clorox 2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care
Instructions. Restore color using color remover (such as
Rit or Tlntex brands),
following package directions.
● Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.
1. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water
before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2. Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron
and manganese from water.
3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain
water heater occasionally.
4.
To remove spots: Spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and
squeeze lemon juice through stain. To remove overa~ yellow, use a
commercially available rust scale remover, following package instructions. If
porcelain damage can occur, do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.
Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes;
always dilute before adding to rinse water. See Other Laundry Products section.
To remove stiins: Dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid
detergent. Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.
Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others maybe
safely washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturer’s Care
Instructions exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.
(continued next page)
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●
PROBLEM
SHRINUGE,
~ITS
WRIN~ING IN
PERMANENT PRESS
AND “NO-IRON”
ITEMS
SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
9 Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly
stretched and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may
be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle.
● Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some
fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering. This may also be noticed in older
garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage. Treat
as for relaxation shrinkage above.
● Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have
been heat-shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the
temperatures used to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected,
but it can be prevented by washing in cool or warm water and drying on Low
or Delicate heat.
● Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.
● Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine
loads.
● Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work
clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses. Do not
wash Permanent Press items with regular laundry.
● Too many clothes in washer. Permanent Press loads should always be smrdler
than regular loads.. .no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.
● Incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides
a
cooldown rinse to minimize wrinUing. Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.
● Incorrect water level. Use High Water Level for Medium Load, Medium Level
for Small Load.
● Repeated washing in too hot water. Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of
detergent.
● Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents. If you must use
a non-phosphate detergent, avoid the use of high-carbonate-built detergent.
● Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use will minimize wrinkling.
To remove wrinkles:
● Retumble on Permanent Press setting.
● Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting.
● If unsuccessful, retumble on high heat for 10 to 12 minutes and hang immediately.
● Send to dry cleaners for pressing.
● Some wrinkles mav remain which cannot be removed.
● Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Check to make sure all such
objects are removed. Also check wash tub.
● Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers. Fasten hooks, zippers and
buttons. Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is especially important
in washing knits which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.
● Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by
improper use of chlorine bleach. Use only correct amount of bleach. See Other
Laundry Products section. Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow
clothes to come into contact with undiluted bleach. Do not wipe up bleach
s~ills with clothes.
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