GE WWA8800M User manual

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Contents
Agitator
26 ProblemSolver
ApplianceRegistration
2 SafetyInstructions 394
Bleach Dispenser 8 SoakSetting 598
CareandCleaning 26 Sorting 4.11
ConsumerServices
27 Stains 18
ControlsSetting Guide
47 StainRemovalGuide 19
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20-25
CycleSettings 5
Storage & VacationTips 26
Detergents,OtherAdditives 13-17 User MaintenanceInstructions 26
Energy-SavingTips 10 Warranty BackCover
Filter-Flo@Pan
4, S, 9.26
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HardWater 16
Limestone Deoosits 14.26
Loadingthe Washer 4,12
Mini-BasketmTub 9
Mini-QuickCycle
5.9
Model andSerialNumbers 2
Operating Instructions
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Help us help you. .
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to helpyou operate
and maintain your new washer
properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
If you don’t understand something
orneed more help, write (include
your phone number)
:
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville,
KY 40225
If you receiveda
damaged washer..
.
Immediately contact thedealer
(orbuilder) that soldyou the
washer.
Save time and money.
Before you requestservice.. .
check the Problem Solver on
pages 20-25. It lists causesof minor
operating problems thatyou can
correct yourself.
Write down the model
and
serial numbers.
You’ll find them on alabelonthe
lower left side nearthefront.
These numbersarealsoon the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your washer. Before sending in this
card,please write these numbers
here:
Model Number
SerialNumber
Usethese numbers in any
correspondence
or service calls
concerning your washer.
To obtaina Spanish language
versionof this book, call
GE AnswerCenteP
800.626.2000
consumer information service.
Para obtener la versi6n en
espaiiol de este
manual,
llamea
GE AnswerCentefl
servicio de informaci6n
paraelconsumidor,
teldfono
800.626.2000.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch
electrical switches:
3. Extinguish any
open flame.
4. Immediately call
your gas supplier.
‘Don’t turnelectricswitches
on
or off because sparks may
ignitethe
gas.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use
gasoline or other
flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity
of this
or any other
appliance.
All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling
Rule established
by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
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If you need service
q
To obtain service,seethe
Consumer Services page in the
back of this book.
We’re proud ofour serviceand
want youto be pleased.If for some
reasonyou arenot happy with the
serviceyou receive, herearethree
steps to follow forfurtherhelp.
FIRST, contactthepeople who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you arenot pleased.
In most
cases,
this will solvetheproblem.
NEXT, if youarestillnot pleased,
write
all the details-including
your phone number-to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky
40225
FINALLY, if your problemisstill
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago,Illinois
60606
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WARNINGTO reducetherisk of
fire,electric shock,or injuryto
persons when using your appliance,
follow basic precautions, including
thefollowing:
Use thisapplianceonlyforits
intendedpurposeas described in
this Use and Care Book.
Thiswasher must beproperly
installed and located in accordance
withtheInstallationInstructions
beforeitis used.
If you did not
receive an Installation Instructions
sheet with your washer,
you can
obtain oneby contacting the service
location nearest
you.
-Properly groundtoconform
with
all governing codesand
ordinances. Follow detailsin
InstallationInstructions.
-Install orstorewhereit will not
- ? exposedtotemperatures below
lreezing or exposed totheweather.
-Connect to a properly rated,
protected and sized power supply
circuitto avoidelectrical overload.
-Connect to adequate plumbing
and drain facilities
as described in
the Installation Instructions.
Turn off water faucets when
the washer is not in use to relieve
pressure on hoses and valves, and
to
minimize leakage if a hoseorvalve
should breakorrupture.
When disconnecting this
appliance pullby the plug rather
than the cord
to avoid damage to the
cordorjunctionof cord and plug.
Make
sure that the cord is located so
that it will not be step$ en, tripped
overorotherwise subjected to
damageor stress.
*Donotrepairorreplaceanypart
oftheappliance
or attemptany
Ticingunlessspecifically
llCOmmendedinthisUseandCare
Bookorinpublisheduser-repair
instructions that you understand
andhavethe
skills to carry out.
To minimize the possibility
of injury:
Do not mix chlorine bleach with
ammoniaor acids such
as vinegar
and/or rust remover. Mixing can
produce a toxic gas which may
cause death.
Do not washor dryarticles
thathave been cleanedin,washed
in,soaked
in, orspotted with
combustible
or explosive substances
(such
as wax, paint,gasoline,
degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents,
kerosene, etc.) which may ignite
or explode.
Do not addthese substances tothe
wash water,anddonot use these
substancesaroundyour washer
and/or dryer duringoperation.
WARNIN/*G-HYDROGEIVGASis
producedby thechemical action
within your waterheaterand the
gas can accumulateinthewater
heaterand/orwater pipes if hot
waterhasnot been
used fora
period of two weeks or longer.
HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE
CIR~~CES.~toprevent
the
possibility of damageor injury,
if you havenot used hot waterfor
two weeksormore,
or moveinto a
residence in whichthehot water
system
may not have been usedfor
some time,turnon
aU hot water
faucetsandallow themto
run for
several minutes before using any
electricalappliancewhich
is
connected to thehot water system.
This will allow any hydrogen gas
to escape. Sincethe gas is
flammable, donot smokeoruse
an open flame or appliance
duringthispmess.
Never reach into washer while
it
is moving. Before loading,
unloadingoraddingclothes, push
intheCycle Selector
knob to
“SMIPn position, thenwait until
themachinehascompletely
stopped
before openingthelid.
*EXPLOSIVEUNDERTHESE -
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Close supervision is necessary
if thisapplianceis usedby ornear
children. Do not allowchildren
toplay inside,on orwith this
applianceorany discarded
appliance. Disposeof discarded
appliancesandshippingor
packing materialsproperly.
Before discardingawasher, or
removing fromservice, remove
thewasher lid.
Keep all laundry aids (such as
detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners,
etc.) outof the reach ofchildren,
preferablyinalockedcabinet. Observe
all warnings on container labels
to
avoid personal injury.
Keep the area around and
underneath your appliances free
fmm the accumulation of combustible
materials, such
as lint,paper, rags,
chemicals, etc.
Keep the floor around your
appliances clean and dry
to reduce
the possibility of slipping.
To minimize the possibility
of electric shock, unplug this
.appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning (except the removal and
cleaning of the lint filter).
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
knob to an
OFF position does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
Do not tamperwith controls.
Do not operate this appliance
if it is damaged, malfunctioning,
partially disassembled, or has
missingorbroken parts, including
a damaged cordorplug.
Never climb onorstand on the
washer top.
Do not wash fiberglass articles in
your washer. Skin irritation could
result from the remaining particles
thatmay
be picked upby clothing
during subsequent washer use.

Important Safety Instructions (continued)
Thelaundryprocesscan For washer operation
reducetheflameretardancy of SAVETHESE
fabrics. To avoid sucha result,
the garment manufacturer's care wash andspin actionandprevent
instructionsshouldbe followed
very carefully.
Do not leave washer lid up
duringcycle.
This will stopthe INSTRUCTIONS
completionof the cycle.
How to operate your clothes washer
WARNING-To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,
read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operatingthis appliance.
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Eight Cycle Two Speed Washer
wrrh Mmr Wash
Sorting and Loading
* Sort clothes carefullyby fabric
type, weight, color and amountof
soil according to instructionson
page
11.
0 Remove Filter-Flo@pan and
Mini-Basket". The underside of
the lid is a good place to put the pan
while loadingorunloading clothes.
Do not use Mini-Basket tub when
washing regular loads. You'll
find
complete details onhow and when
to use the Mini-Basket tub on
page
9.
Add measured amountof
detergent. See pages
13 through 17
for informationon detergents and
other additives.
* Load clothes into thewash basket
being careful not to overload.
Clothes shouldbe below
the
retaining ring. See page 12 for
more loading information.
Position the Filter-Flo pan on the
agitator. Lint will collect
in the pan
for easy removal when the wash is
finished.
NOTE:
Do not use the Filter-Flo
pan as awash basket. Do not put
any items to
be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan.
Seepage 8 for informationon
how
to use Bleach Dispenser. For
information onhow
to use bleaches
and fabric softeners, see page17.
Close thelid. Washer will fill but
not agitate
or spin with the lidopen.
Setting the Controls
Use the Controls Setting Guideon
pages
6 and 7 to helpyou make the
proper selections.
0 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's full.
MINI-BASKET: See instructions
on page
9.
0 Select Wash and Rinse
Temperature.
0 Push Cycle Selector Knob in
and turn clockwise to your selected
wash setting.
Regular Cycies-
automatically provides Normal
Wash Speed and Normal Spin
Speed.
Prrmanent Press and Knits
Cycle-
Automatically provides Gentle
Wash Speed and Gentle SpinSpeed.
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STOP
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0 Pull Cycle Selector Knob out
to start the washer. If you wish to
changesettingafterwasherhas
-
started, push Cycle Selector Knob
;- v,, r+,,n tho 1. -. ' F', <. " t *,.
tne new POSIIIOII. XLLAU~ can IX
changed at any time.
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Tips to Help You Select Settings
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Cigular cycles-
For mostcottons,linens and work
and playclothes. Three
soil level
setthe selectorin-between,if
desired.Selectionof these settings
automatically provides for Normal
Speed Wash, Fast Spin.
I settings are provided,but you can
Regular Cycles
Soak Cyde-
Use with most soaking aids to
loosen embeddedsoilsand stains.
See page 9.
Mini-Quick Cycle-
For small,lightly soiled loadsyou
need ina hurry. Use with MINI-
BASKET''' tub only.
Extra Clean Cycle-
For modem fabrics withheavy or
oily soil. A second rinseis
provided
to help remove the
additional detergentthat is required
for these soils.
,
ana Inla &yer.r
0 Mini-PuickCycle
Permanent Press and
Knits cycles-
For polyester knits, delicates and
permanent press.
An extended
cooldown spray rinse is provided to
minimizethesetting
of wrinkles.
Selection of these settings
automatically provides for Gentle
Speed Wash, Slow Spin.
What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)
water pressure and your selected water level.
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Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads
Wash Water
Temperature
Load Cycle Setting
Cycle
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Extra CleanCycle
Regular Cycles
Extra CleanCycle
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knii
Cycles
Permanent
hess and Knits
Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
Regular Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
Permanent
Press and Knits
Cycles
cottons andLinens
WhitelColorfast
BrighVNon-colorfast Hot
or Warm
Warm
or Cold Normal
or LightSoil Setting
Normal
or Light Soil Setting
Work Clothes
Heavy soil
Average soil
Permanent
Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons
Heavy oroily soil
Averageor light soil
Hot
Hot
or Warm Set at
Start
Normal Setting
Hot
Warm Setat
Start
P. Press or Knits Setting
Synthetics-Polyester, Nylon,
AcrylicKnits and Woven Fabrics
sturdy
Delicates
P. Press Setting
Knits Setting
Warm
Warm
Warm
Knits setting
Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk
and Wool
Rayon and Acetate KnitsSetting
Dawn-filled garments, ifmachine
washing is recommended Warm
P. Press Setting
:"ns\
-3: -.
Normal or Light SoilWingBaby Clothes-Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets,
Coveralls
Hot
Baby Clothes-Delicate Warm KnitsSetting
Blankets-Mol, Part-Wool, Cotton Warm
5 min. soak then Light Soil Setting
WarmBlankets-Synthetic, Electric
Curtains-DO NOT MACHINE
WASH FIBERGLASS
5 min. soak then Light Soil Setting
Normal Soil Setting
Hot
or Warm
Chenille Bedspreads,Robes** Hot
or Warm
P. Press Setting
Normal
or Heavy Setting,
dependingon amountof soil
Normal
or Light Soil Setting
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Slipcovers, Draperies, Bathmats
and Rugs**
Denims (especially IndigoBlue
Jeans) and other fabrics thatbleed
Hot
or Warm
Cold
or Warm
A
Warm
P. Press orKnitsSetting
Rubber-coatedItems, Laminated
Fabrics,Vinyl, Plastics and
Articles with Plastic Trim
Pillows
P. Press orKnitsSetting
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Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels
- . 1 Bleach
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Special Instructions
Liquid chlorinetype. page
15. Use Extra Clean Cycle, Large or Small Setting, depending on load size. See page 5.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed. If colorfast isunusually soiled, usehot water. Use maximumdetergent recommended on
White
or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Use maximum detergent recommended inguide onpage
15.
Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
White
or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide onpage
15.
Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach Use Extra CleanCycle-see page
5.
when needed.
White
or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. page
15. For heavy or oily soil on sturdy garments, use Extra Clean Cycle, Large or Small
Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on
Settingdependingonload size-see page
5. Smallloads reducewrinkling.
when needed.
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No bleach Wash
only if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.
Seldomneeded. If needed, use only
non-chlorine bleach.
No bleach
White
or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.
Wash frequently to fluff up thedown and retain the garment’s warmth. Wash separately. Wet
down givesoff an
odor that may be absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when
garment isdry. Treat heavily soiled areaswith liquid detergent
or paste madeof water and
granular detergent. Close zippers.Wash
2 or 3 at a time or add towelstobalance.
GARMENT MUST
BE TUMBLEDRIED.
You may prefer to use a mild-type detergent. Dobaby clothes separately. Pretreat
spots.
Rinsediapers, nightgowns,pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers ina coveredpail of cold
water and conditioning agent, like Borateem brand.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.
Fill washer, add detergent, allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do oneblanket at a time.
No bleach
You may prefer touse a mild-type detergent. Dohand-knit garments by hand.
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Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
No bleach
Vacuum out loosedirtbefore washing.
White
or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
On electric blanket, sew a strong pieceof cloth overplug to protect blanket and washer from
-
damage. Do oneblanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Wash only
2 or 3 rugs or mats at onetime. Shakebefore washingto remove excessdirt.
White
or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
If unusually soiled, use Regular Cycle (Normal Speed) Wash and Spin.
No bleach
For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash atleast 3 times invery small loadswith full water fill.
Jeans need ample mom tomove to avoidwhite linesatcreases. May discolor plastic washer
parts. Subsequent washingswill reduce discoloration,but will probably never eliminateit.
Thestainedparts will not discolor subsequentwashingloads.
No bleach Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat).
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No bleach down. Many pillowscan
be machine washed, but manufacturers’care labels must befollowed
Pillowsare madeof different materials-dacron, fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathersand
curefilly If washing is recommended, checkpillows for weak seams orholes and mend to
todissolve detergent. Add two pillowsat a time tobalance load,use high water level.
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preventescape of feathers or filling. Fill washer, add detergentand agitate for severalminutes
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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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How to use
theBleachDispenser
Use this dispenser with liquid
bleach only. If you prefer to use
powdered bleach,pour it into the
wash basket along with your
detergent.
Do not put powdered
bleach intothebleach dispenser.
Measure bleach carefully. Here
aresome recommended amounts:
LARGE WASH-1
% cup (310ml)
liquid
SMALLWASH-2/3 cup
(170 ml)
liquid
(60 ml) liquid
Pour measured amount ofliquid
bleach directly into bleach dispenser.
Do not overfill or allow dispenser
to overflow.
Avoid splashing.
Undiluted bleach can cause fabric
damage.
Never pour undiluted liquid
bleach directly onto clothesor
into the wash basket
or Mini-
Basket tub.
MINI-BASKET tub- ‘A CUP
How to use the
Soak Cycle
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Regular Cycles
LIGHT SOIL
NORMAL e
“SOAK CYCLE” temperature
will automatically becold.
If a hot or warm soak is
desired, setthe WASHRINSE
TEMPERATURE switch to
“HOT/COLD’ or “WARM/COLD”
and turnthe Cycle Selector Knob to
“Normal” in the Regular Cycles.
Start thewasher. After washerfills
and begins to agitate, push in the
Cycle Selector Knob and turn to
“SOAK CYCLE? Pull out the
Cycle Selector Knob to complete
thecycle.
For an extended soak allow the
washer tofilland agitate fora 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 completethecycle.
Do not use the Mini-Basket tub
with the Soak cycle.
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How to use the
Filter-Flo@ Pan
The Filter-Flopan has two
functions:
LINT FILTER-Position the
Filter-Flo panon the agitator after
loading clothesinto the washer.
Lint iseasily seen and removed
afterthewash is finished.
LID FOR THE MINI-BASKET-
After loading theclothesin the
Mini-Basket tub, besureto replace
the Filter-Flo pan. Thepan serves
asa lid to keep theclothes
in the
Mini-Basket tub.
NOTE: Do not use theFilter-Flop
.
as a wash basket. Do not putany
items to be washed in theFilter-Flo
pan. Do not place detergent packets
in the Filter-Flo pan.
2.

How to use the Mini-Basket" tub
rheMini-Basket'" tub, designed
for small loads of regular fabrics
or delicate hand-washables, can
be used with any cycle except the
SOAK cycle.
Typical Mini-Basket" tub
wash loads
Small loads of regular fabrics
(up to 2 95 pounds).
Delicate loads such aslingerie,
panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters,
socks, shirts,baby clothes and other
small,delicate hand-washables.
Stuffed toys.
Tennis shoes.
How to wash a small
load of regular fabrics or
delicate hand-washables
1. Remove Filter-Flo@ pan.
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2. Place Mini-Basket tub on agitator.
Pull the agitator towardthefront of
the machinefor easier installation
and removal of Mini-Basket tub.
3. Put 1/4 to 1/3 cup (60 to 80 ml)
detergent in the bottom of the Mini-
Basket tub.
4. Load clothes in Mini-Basket
tub. See page
11 for sorting help.
5. After loading clothes in the
Mini-Basket tub, besureto replace
the Filter-Flopan. The pan serves
as a lid to keeptheclothes in the
Mini-Basket tub.
6. Add bleach, if desired.Measure
carefully and pour recommended
amount ofliquidbleach-114 cup
(60 m1)-directly into thebleach
dispenser. See page
8 for dispenser
instructions.
1 Specialinstructionsforuse of theMini-Basket"tub ~ I
The Mini-Basket tubcanbe Basket tub. Therewill not be
used with any cycle except the enough water in the regular basket
SOAK cycle. When using the and clothes damage couldresult.
I MINI-QUICKcycle, theMini-
. Baskettubshouldbeused.
'4u hoseand othereasilvtangled
When washing stockings, panty
Do not wash clothes inthe regular items, always handldsepirately. To
wash basket when usingthe Mini- minimize tangling, the use ofa net
laundry bag is recommended.
7. Close lid and set controlsas
follows:
MEDIUM
SMALL . 6s. MINI-
BASKET
-Set Water Level to "MINI-
BASKET" position.
-Select desired Wash/Rinse
Temperature. See page
4.
8. Pull Cycle Selector knob out to
start washer.
How touse the
"I-QUICK cycle
The MINI-QUICK cycleisa
short cycle intended to wash
small loads of lightly soiled
clothesyou need in ahurry.
Because this cycleisa short one
for smallloads,the Mini-Basket
tub shouldbe used for satisfactory
results.
1. Follow allthe stepsabove andat
aleft except for cycle selection.
and Knits Cycles
Extra Clean Cycle
2. Push theCycle Selector knob in
and turn it clockwise to the MINI-
QUICK cycle.
3. Pull the Cycle Selector knob to
start the washer.
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Energy-Saving Tips
If your clothes and household items
don't look cleanand fresh after
washing, you will probably re-wash
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
choosea
water temperature warm enoughto
release and get rid
of soil.
Use Hot Wash-up to 150°F.-on
a regularbasis only when washing
heavily soiled articles-such as
work and playclothes.
Under normal soil conditions,
wash in water above
80°F. (27°C.).
This generally means using the
Warm Washtemperature setting
on your washer-temperatures
approximately
90" to 110°F. or
hand comfortable.If you notice
that soil has accumulated after
several consecutivewashings, use
Hot Washoccasionally, if safe
for fabrics.
Try to washless often.Save
articlesof the same typeof fabric
until you havea full load.
If you must washsmaller loads,
adjust the amountof water. Small
loads shouldhave lower water levels.
Wash in off-peak utility hours.
Your local utility can tellyou which
are the off-peak hours.
Use Normal Spin Speed to remove
more water and helplessen drying
time. The dryer will removeany
wrinkles causedby the Normal Spin.
Use your Mini-Basket'" tub for
very small loads. It uses less water
than the small water level in the big
tub on this washer.
You will also
save on detergent and energy.
10

How to sort the clothes
Qort by surface texture
’ Separat
w
Producers
from
w
Collectors
LINT PRODUCERS- Such as
terry toweling and chenille-give
up lint.
LINT COLLECTORS- such as
man-made fibersand napped
fabrics like velveteen and corduroy
-attract lint. These must be
washed separately.
For moreinformationonlint
control, see page
20.
from
Poly Knits
from
L!
Delicates
f+~ addition to sorting to reduce lint
collection, itis recommended that
fabricsof similarconstruction be
washed together whenever possible.
Sort by soil
Separat
Lightly
Soiled
from
Medium
from
Sort by color
-
Separa
I
Whites
from
u
Lights
from
L!
Darks
from
FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON
DIFFERENT
FABRICS AND
LOADS, SEEPAGES 6 and 7.
It pays to checkand prepare
clothes for washing.
Empty pockets,brushout cuffs,
zip zippers, snapsnaps,hooks
and buttons.
Do any necessary mending-rips,
hems, tears.
Checkallitems forareasof heavy
soil orstain.
Remove stains. For STAIN
REMOVAL GUIDE, SEEPAGE 19.
Turn Poly Knits inside-out to
minimize fabricsurfacedamage.
Soaking and Pre-treating-
a goodway toloosen deep soils
and
stains.
A thorough soaking with detergent
orspecial soaking agentisanother
way to remove heavysoils,
embedded dirt and even some
stains.
Soakingcanbe eithera completely
separate washingstepor a prelim-
inary step to a complete wash cycle.
For detailed information onhow
to
soak in your washer,seepage 8.
FOR INFORMATION ON
SOAKING AGENTS,SEE
PAGE
17.
Pre-treat heavysoilby rubbing in
a small amountof liquid detergent
or a paste made of water and powdered
detergent orsoap. For best results,
wait
1/2 hour before washing.
11

How to load your washer
Load clothes dry.
Take a properly sorted group of
clothes anddropthem loosely in
the wash basket inthis order:
Large Items-like sheets.
Do not
wrap around the agitator.
Small Items-like washcloths.
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Medium Size Items-like towels.
Here isa typicalfull load:
3 Double Sheets
4 Long Sleeve Shirts
3 Boxer Shorts
6 Standard PillowCases
5 T-shirts
2 Pair Trousers
3 Handkerchiefs
This illustration,with clothesjust
reaching theClothes Retaining
Ring, shows
a proper load.Clothes
have ample room to move because
they arenot packed down, nor
wrapped aroundthe agitator.
Clothes areloaded drysincewet
items areapt to pack down which
encourages overloading. Thissize
load requires a full waterfill.
What isthebest 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
ofclothes.If you canit isbetterto
save clothes until you have afull
load.
If you must wash smaller
loads, save water, energy and
detergent by adjusting the water
level forthe sizeof the load. See
page
4.
Special recommendations
for
washing permanent press
if you do not have a dryer.
If youaremachine-washing
PermanentPressclothesthatyou
plan to linedry ordrip-dry, use
extra careto minimize wrinkling
in thewash process:
Be careful not to overload
washer. PermanentPressclothes
must have ample room to move
freely.
A Medium sizePermanent
Press loadisthe largest that should
be washed.
Use more water than you would
for a regularload. Use a Medium
Water Levelfor a SmallLoad;a
Large Water Levelfora Medium
Load.
Remove clothes promptlyas
soonaswasher stops and hang
immediately.
To minimize wrinkling, use the
Perm. Press
& Knits (GentleSpeed
Cycle).
To add items after the washer has
started.
Turn off the washer.
Carefully removethe Filter-Flo
pan.
Add anyadditional articlesby
submerging next tothe agitator.
Replace theFilter-Flopan and
restartthewasher.
NOTE: Do not usetheFilter-Flo
pan asa wash basket. Do not put
any items to be washed in the
Filter-Flopan. Do not place
detergent packets inthe Filter-Flo
pan.
NOTE: When washing stockings,
panty hose andothereasily tangled
items, always handle separately.
To
minimize tangling,we recommend
theuseofanet laundrybag.
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Factors to consider in selecting detergents and soap
C,'
Products
Phosphate-
Powdered Detergents
Non-Phosphate-
Powdered Detergents
Liquid Detergents
-
Soaps
Advantages
Perform well in hardor soft water
Wash alltypesof fabrics well.
Can be used inhot, warm,or
cold water.
Disadvantages
Are not available in some areas.
Perform satisfactorilyin
soft
or moderately hard water.
In someareasonly non-phosphate
productsareavailable.
Perform well in
soft water.
Offer better performancein
hard waterthanpowdered
non-phosphate types.
Cleans synthetics and fabric
blends well.
Are excellentasconcentrates
for removing spots.
Completely dissolve even in
cold water.
Perform we11 in
soft water.
Generally do not clean well in
hard water.
May bedifficulttodissolve,
especially
in cold water.
Should
not be used in cold water.
Those containing sodium
carbonateasan ingredientmay
cause harmful limestone deposits
on clothes and washer when
combined with hard water.
(See page
14.)
May notperform as well as
powdered phosphate products
when diluted in wash water.
Generally
do not clean well in
medium-hardorhard water.
May combine with water
hardness minerals to form
sticky soapcurd.
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The results of continued use of carbonate deteqents
Is your water hard? If itis, and washersurfaces. Thehardness (11 or moregrains)andif youwash
if you use a carbonate
type non- ofyourwaterandyourwashing just a few loadsaweek, youmay
phosphate detergent,you will frequencywilldeterminehow seelimestonebuildupsin just a few
most probably notice limestone* rapidly thelimestonewillbuildmonths.
deposits on your clothes and up.
If your wateris VERY HARD
($)
Effects on clothes
Although limestone buildupoccurs
more rapidly
on cotton, itwill
eventually affect various fabrics in
thefollowing ways:
Gives astiff, harsh, rough feel to
fabrics suchastoweling.
Causescolorsto 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 asa result
of directcontact
with detergent.
Reduces wrinkle-resistanceof
permanent press fabrics.
Destroys effectivenessof flame-
retardant finishes on cottons such
aschildren’s sleepwear.
Increases fabric wear because
of thescrubbing action between
limestone deposits on the fabrics
during washer agitation.
Effects on washer
Unsightly buildup onallwasher
surfaces exposed tothewash
solution.
Mat-like, crusty formations caused
by lint adhering tothe sticky
limestone deposits.
Increased service calls because
of limestone deposits in the pump,
recirculation water hoses, filters
and otherwasher parts.
Reduced useful life of washer.
Recommended methods to
reduce limestone buildups
Use a powdered phosphate
detergentora liquid detergent
if
these areavailable in your area.
Install a home water softener.
This will significantly reduce
limestone buildup.
Use a packaged non-precipitating
water softener, suchas Calgon
brand with phosphate.
Goodwashingpractices
may delay limestone damage
to ClOtJles
The following recommendations
will temporarily delaytheeffects
of limestone on your clothes.
These aregenerally good washing
practices and will give better soil
removal whetherornot you have
hard wateror use carbonate
detergent.
Use hotterwash water, for
example up to
150°F. for cottons.
Thisalsoimproves oily-soil
removal.
If you wash incoolerwater to
save energy, use more detergent to
promote better washing. Also be
sureto use bleach on bleachable
fabrics. Use hotwater whenever
possible.
Add detergent and allow washer
to filland agitate forthreeorfour
minutes to dissolve detergent
before adding clothes.
Increase amountof detergent.
See guide on opposite page for
recommended detergent amounts
in relation to water hardness.
Increase use of bleaches, presoaks,
paclqedwater conditioners, prewash
soil and stain removerstohelpin
removing stubbornsoilsand stains.
Usegreatercarein sorting loads.
Was’$
very dirtyloads separately
anti Increase detergent to help keep
dirt trom redepositing
on less
soiled items.Wash delicateitems
separately to prevent damage from
heavy, sturdy clothes.
Wash smaller loads to increase
Leaning action of washer.
0 Use fabric softener to counteract
stiffnessor harshness in clothes.
How to partially restore clothes
Once clothes have developed
deposits,they may bepartially
restoredby soaking in a solution
of twocups of vinegar in one gallon
of hot tap water for
15 minutes.
USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER.
Then wash clothes inthewasher
using detergent.
:a;:
CAUTIONS:
Donot use vinegar soak
solution in washer.Theacidic
action of thevinegar may
damagetheporcelain.
Vinegar soak solution may
reduce the wrinkle-resistance
of permanent press fabrics.
Vinegar soak may damage
thedyes in somefabrics.
*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 much detergent should you use?
.'he use of asufficient amount
of detergent is one of the most
important things you cando to
make sure your wash comes out
clean.
Amount required varies
according
to:
1. Water hardness
2. Amount of soil
3. Sizeof load
4. Type of detergent
5. Wash temperature
Use
more detergentif
you have. . .
1. Hardwater
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 toolittle detergentis
a common cause of laundry
problems. Always measure
detergent in a standard
measuring cup.
How to use detergent-granular
orpowdered:
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 pourdirectly into
the wash basket.
ommended amount of detergent for average soil load
Water Level Setting
Water
10-20 Gr.
VERY
HARD
Basket
Small
Medium
Large
Hardness
Mini
1% 'UPS
%cup
1% cups
l%cups
High Sudsing
Powder Type
t;\;,
% cup
x cup
1% cups
I% cups
SOFT
0-4 Gr. XI cup
% cup
x cup
1 cup
Low Sudsing
Concentrated
0-10
LIQUID
Powder Type
% cup
% cup
Grains 0-10
% cup
% cup
Grams
FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS
1. Use recommended amount of
detergent for your load and water
hardness as shown in guide.
2. Other detergent types-Low
and normal suds, powders, liquids,
non-phosphate powders, follow
recommendations on package.
3. For hard water treatment,see
page
16.
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Hard water-do you have it?
Before you candecide what todo
about hard water,you need
to know
if you have it and, if so, how hard
it is.
If you livein a municipal area,
contact your water company.
If youlive in a rural area, or in
some suburban areas, contact your
county agent.
The answer will be “you have
‘so
many grains’ per gallon” and
means
this:
0 to 3 grains per gallon-SOFT
4 to 10 grains-HARD
11 to 19 grains-VERY HARD
20 grainsand over-
EXTREMELY HARD
If your wateris SOFT, you have
no problem. You can use soapor
detergent as you prefer and forget
allabout hard water. If you have
HARD water-less than 10 grains-
and youuse phosphate detergent,
you
also have noproblem.
But, if
you have more than 10
grains, you will need to soften your
water witheither. . .
1. An installed water softener in
your home,or
2. Theuse of a packaged water
softener.
For information onwater
softeners, see guide below.
Add this much water softener with a full water level
Grains of
hardness
0-10.
over 30 25-30 20-25
15-20
1045
When using
with detergent
30 (300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)
(360
ml)
(240 ml) (180 ml)
(160 ml) (80 ml)
with soap
1% cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above
1% cups 1 cup fk cup
35 cup !4 cup
When using 30 (240
ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)
(240
ml) (160 ml)
(EO ml) (60 ml)
0
‘A cup
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above 1 cup 35 cup
‘/4 cup
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Other laundry products
Laundry
product and type
BLEACH
Chlorine Liquid
such as Clorox brand
Non-chlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand
FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy Brand
Wash Additivesuch as
Rain Barrel brand
SANITIZER
Chlorine Bleach,
such as Clorox brand
‘,WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating
such as Calgon brand
Precipitating such as
Borax brand
I
SOAK AGENT
Suchas Biz brand
PRETREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT REMOVERS
Such as Spray ’n Wash
and K2R brands
TINTSANDDYES
Powdered such asRit
and Tintex brands
How to use it
Use your Bleach Dispenser according to
instructions on page
8.
Follow packagedirections.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.
Mix recommended amount with one
cup (240ml) water andadd at start
of
rinse cycle.
Followpackagedirections.
Add during wash cycle.
Use incase of infectionand
contagiousdisease.
Seeunder Bleach above.
Follow packagedirections.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Followpackagedirections.
Use withdetergent or soap in wash cycle
Follow packagedirections.
Follow package directions. Treat only
hc-
~ly soiled areas. Check garments’
c - .\ :sbelsfor instructions.
Follow packagedirections.
NOTE: Tintedgarments 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 oftoday’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.
I) May be used on all kinds of fabrics.
2) Is most effectivein 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, followmanufacturer’s
instructions exactly.
Guards against infectionby killing most bacteria and
viruses.
Suspends hardness minerals
in solution, keeping
water clear.
Combines with water hardness minerals to formprecipitate
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 sprayedon 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
products is not covered by your warranty.
Clean washer to avoiddiscoloration
of next load. Go
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,
1/2cup (120ml) detergent.
1 cup (240ml) 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 remove stains
1. Try to remove stainsas soon as
possible. Thefresherthestain,the
easierit is to remove.
2. Before attempting to remove
any stain,
take these steps:
Find the fabric andthefinishin
thecharton the next page, and use
only recommended methods.
Checkthe carelabelinstructions
that came with thegarment.
Test stainremoval product on a
hidden insideseam or on a sample
of the material.
Avoid use of hot water on
unknown stain. It can set some
stains.
3. Follow stain removal with a
thorough rinsing.
4. Wash with recommended
amount of soapordetergent.
StainRemoval Hint-
UsingChlorineBleachfor
See nextpage for
WhiteandBleachableFabrics.StainRemovalGuide.
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine
bleach withonegallon
(3.8 liter)of
cool water-approximately 80°F.
(27’C.)-in a sinkorpan.
Soak
stained areafor 5 minutes and
launderin washer.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain.
Food orcookingoilson your
synthetic garmentsmay cause stains
which arevirtually invisible and
which you may notnotice as you
put your clothes intothe washer.
If these stainsare not completely
removed inthe wash, theoily
spots
may pick updirt from thewash
water. Then they will become very
visible andyou may think they were
caused by thewash cycle
itself.
Once these spots become visible,
how canyou remove them?
Rub in undiluted liquid detergent
and letstand
30 minutes.
Re-wash usinghottestwater the
fabriccan stand.
How canyou preventthese
“After-You-Wash”
stains?
Increasethe amount of detergent
normally used.
Increase water temperature where
fabric willpermit.
Wash synthetic garments more
often.
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Stain removal guide
White and Bleachable Fabrics
See Control Setting Guide, Bleach on Page 7
@- ‘.ah
L‘.-
Adhesives
(ChewingGum, etc.)
Other Washable Fabrics
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Rub with ice orimmerse in very cold water. Use dull tool to
carefully scrape
offas much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge
with a safedry cleaning fluid? then launder.
Same
as white and bleachable fabrics
exceptuse non-chlorine bleach.
Anti-perspirants,
Deodorants Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach
according to Stain RemovalHint onopposite page. If colorhas
changed, you maybe able
to restore it by spongingwith
ammonia?* Rinse thoroughly.
Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,
bleach according toStainRemovalHint onopposite page, launder.
~~ ~ ~~
Sponge or soak in cool water, then launder.
Blood
Chocolate, Cream,
Ice Cream and Milk
Soak in coldwater. Sponge with a safedry
cleaning
fluid? Apply undiluted liquid
detergent. Launder in
warm water.
Spongewith
warm water. If stain remains,
apply
warm glycerine, let stand 30 minutes
and rinse well, or sponge with a safedry
cleaning fluid.* Launder.
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;
Apply undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according
to StainRemovalHint onoppositepage, launder anddry.
Withoutcream: Bleach according toStainRemovalHint on
opposite page. Launder. Withcream; Follow guide directionsfor
cream.
Coffeeand Tea
Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid
or PancakeMakeup, Rouge,
Powder;Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil.
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid? Apply undiluted liquid
detergent;launder anddry. Bleach according to
Stain Removal
Hinton opposite page.
Spongewith a safe dry cleaning fluid.*
Then launderin
warm detergent water.
Soakstain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according
to Stain
Removal Hint onopposite page, launder. Spongewith warm water. Bleach remaining stainwith non-chlorine bleach.
Fresh Fruit, FruitJuices,
Wine, Vegetables,
or Food
Coloring
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew
spots
while theyare fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.) If
:ither
type stain remains, bleach according to StainRemovalHint
m opposite page, launder. (Severescorch cannot
be removed.)
Spongewith warm water. Apply
undiluted
Liquid detergent.
Bleach remaining stain
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldombe removed.
Scorchcan seldom
be removed.
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch
Ink, Ballpoint Sameaswhite and bleachable fabrics
:xcept launder using non-chlorine bleach.
Fresh stains: Place stain facedown on anabsorbent towel and
pngewith dry cleaning fluid?
or use spraycleaner. Apply
Indiluted liquid detergent. Old stains; bleach according
to Stain
Removal Hint on opposite page.
Softenwith
oil, lard or Vaseline,then spongewith turpentine or
maria oil. Launder inwarm water.
Paintand Varnish Same
as white and bleachable fabrics.
Perspiration 4pply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water.
If
:olor has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with
lmmonia
or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with safedry
:leaningfluid*
or bleach according to StainRemovalHint on
Jppositepage, launder anddry.
Launderin warm water.
Rinse well. Bleach
with non-chlorine bleach.
Rust 4pply rust remover?;* using manufacturer’sdirections. Rinse and
aunder.
same as white andbleachable fabrics.
L
’ ’aution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you are in a well ventilated room when using them. No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is
Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer.
Save and refer
to garment manufacturers’ care labels.
niliar with
the limitations and required cautions (usually printedonlabel). Use extreme caution with flammable compounds.
**Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammoniaoracids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
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Questions?
?EEsE=F v Use This Problem Solver
PROBLEM
LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
GREASY
OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
POSSIBLECAUSE AND REMEDY
Incorrect sortingof clothes. Separate lint-producers (such as terry towels andchenille)
from lint-receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen,corduroy).
Washing too long, especially for smallerloads.For normalsoil,wash one minute per
pound ofdryclothes.
Useof non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to forma
precipitate whichcanbemistaken forlint.Useaphosphateorliquid detergent; use
warmer wash waterorsoften water with an installed mechanical softenerorapackaged
water softener.
Powdery residue fromgranulardetergent mayappearto : . lint.Predissolvegranular
detergent in hot water before adding to washer; makesurecetergent is completely
dissolved before addingclothes;switch toliquidorcold water detergentoruse warmer
wash water. See page
15.
Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint.Wash fewer items with
correctwater level.
Too much bleach. Usecorrectamount of bleach ai. ording to packagedirections.
Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle. Increase amount of,
detergent. Seepage 15.
Incorrectuse offabric softener. If used inwash cycle, softeners may react with
detergent to createawhite deposit.Use softeners
in rinsecycle only unless package
specifies addingto wash cycle.Seepage
17 for fabric softener instructions.
Pilling usually on polyester-cotton blendsiscausedby normal wear and may looklike
lint.Turning clothes inside-outmay help.
Staticelectricitycaused by overdrying will causeattraction.Use fabric softenerin
rinsecycle.
Thesearesometimes called “Invisible Stains” because
you may notnotice them before
washingclothes.However, ifoily soilsarenot completely removed in wash cycle, the
oily spots may pick up dirtfromthewash water. The spots will then be veryvisible.They
are
not caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garmentsassoon as possibleafterwearing.
Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand.If spots appear, rub
in
undiluted liquid detergent,letstand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using
hottest water fabric canstand.
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