Whirlpool LLC7244BQ0 User manual

A Note To You 2
Understandng
Washer Safety 3
bowing Your
Washer% Features 4
ia=- kg Your
asher 5
(Selecting speeds page 7)
OtherFeatures 12
Laundry Tips 14
If You Need
fiz-fE-or 24
Warranty 28
1400-253-1301
Cdl us with qestions or comments.
SPEED SELECT AUTONIATIC WASHERS

A Note ToYou
Thank you for buying a WhirlpooP appliance.
You have purchased a quality, world-class home appli; mce. Years of engineering experience have
gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of irouble-free operation, we have developed
this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your
appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner-
ship Registration Card provided with your appliance. TIris will help us notify you about any new
information on your appliance.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements. PI 3ase pay special attention to these symbols
and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explar ation of the use of each symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as personal injury, bums, fire and
electrical shock. vrhich could cause product damage
(scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to
Our Consumer Assistance number, l’-800-253-1301, is
toll-free 24 hours a day.
If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see ‘If
You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 24. If you ncled further help, call us. When calling, you
will need to know your appliance’s complete model nun tber and serial number. You can find this
information on the model and serial number plate (see diagram on page 4). For your convenience,
we have included a handy place below for you to recon I these numbers, the purchase date from
the sales slip and your dealer’s name and telephone ni mber. Keep this book and the sales slip
together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Derkr Name
Deeller Phone
2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSrRUCTiONS
To reduce the risk of fire, 4blectrical shock or injury to persons
when using your washer, 1allow basic precautions, including the
l Read all instructions before using your l DD not tamper with the controls.
washer. l If your hot water has not been used
l Do not machine wash or machine dry rccently (usually 2 weeks or longer),
items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or b rdrogen gases may build up in your
spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or water heater and your hot water pipes.
other flammable fluids. The fumes can HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To
create a fire hazard or explosion. Always PIevent injury or damage, before using
hand wash and line dry items containing yc)ur washer, turn on all hot water faucets
these materials. alId allow water to run for several min-
l Flammable fluids (dry-cleaning solvents,
ul es. This will allow gases to escape. Do
kerosene, gasoline, etc.) should not be nl It smoke or use any open flame near
used or stored in or near your washer. Do ycburfaucet while it is open.
not add flammable fluids to your wash Please ...
water. These substances give off vapors
that can create a fire hazard or explosion. l Have only a qualified person install,
rEpair, or replace parts on washer.
l Do not allow children to operate, play with,
or crawl on or inside your washer. Super- l Maintain washer properly.
vise children closely when your washer is . P ,otect washer from the weather and
used near them. kclep it where the temperature will not fall
brglowfreezing.
l Before your washer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the lid to
prevent accidental entrapment.
l After starting a cycle, do not reach into the
basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is
pushed in and all motion stops.
l Install and level washer on a floor that
CLIn support the weight.’
l C lnnect washer to the correct 3-prong
o~~tlet,electrical supply, water supply, and
drsin.*
l G -ound washer properly.*
*SCe the Installation Instructions.
Understanding your responsibiliticzs
l Store detergent, laundry aids and other l DD not use chlorine bleach and ammonia
materials in a cool, dry place where
children cannot reach them (in a locked
cabinet if possible).
01acids (such as vinegar or rust re-
mover) in the same wash. Hazardous
fumes can form.
l Read and follow instructions on pack-
ages of detergent and laundry aids,
especially warnings and precautions.
l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled
with vegetable or cooking oil. These
items may contain some oil after launder-
. U?plug power supply cord before
al tempting to service your washer.
l D I not machine wash fiberglass materi-
als. Small particles can stick to the
fabrics washed in following loads and
CNSB skin irritation.
ing. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric
may smoke or catch fire by itself.
- SAVE THESE INS1 RUCTIONS -

Knowing Your Washer3
Features
The parts and features of your washer are illustrated itI this section. Become familiar with all parts
and features before using your washer.
NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your ‘washer model. They are designed to show
the different features of all models covered by this bock. Your model may not include all features.
Temperature l elactor gpd wlector
Load size selector I I I I Cycle control knob
Fabric softener
dispensef
Agitator
\
Other features not shown:
MAGIC CLEW lint filter’
Extra rinse option’
(under lid)
- Bleach dispenser’
Basket
Tub
*Available on some models
4

Operating Your Washer
1
In This Section
Paas Pas30
Before starting your w8shsr -5............................. . Sel Wing a cyck md time ............................ .18
Starting or stopping your washsr .................... .5 Usi ng rinse md spin ...................................... 10
Sslscling a load size ........““.........“................... 8 Using drain md spin ..................................... 10
Selecting wash-rinse tsmperatura ..................8 Wh st happens in sach cycle ......................... 11
Salscting agitation-spin sm ........................7
Operating your washer properly ensures maximum wa thing efficiency. This section gives you
important information to help you to select a cycle, timlr, and temperature for your wash load.
Before starting your washer
Add measured detergent. Then place a sorted NOTE: If your washer has a Consumer
load in the washer before starting. See page 14 Fetlture Guide, remove it and place it in your
for additional “Before you wash” information. USCI and Care Guide.
Starting or stopping your washer
Starting your washer
1. Select a load size and water temperature.
2. Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob
clockwise. Stop when the indicator on the
knob’s outer ring points to the number in the
wash cycle you want. The numbers are
minutes of wash time.
3. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
Refer to pages 6-10 for additional information
to help you make selections.
Stopping and restarting your
washer
l To stop the washer at any time, push in the
Cycle Control Knob.
l To restart the washer, close the lid (if neces-
sary) and pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
5

Selecting a load size
Your washer has a knob or slide Load Size
Selector. Position the Load Size Selector at the
setting that corresponds to the size load you
want to wash.
Select a load size based upon the size of the
load and the fabric you are washing. See page
14 for additional loading information.
l If your washer has a knob Load Size Selec
tor, turn selector to the desired load size.
l If your machine has a slide Load Size Selec-
tor, you may set the load size anywhere on or
between the small and ex large settings.
To change the load size setting after the washer
has started to fill, move the Selector to the
desired new setting.
NOTE: If your washer has RESET on the Load
Size Selector, change the load size selection by
first moving the Selector to RESET, then to the
new load size.
Load size tips
l Items should move freely in the washer. Do
not overload the machine or select a load size
that is too small for the wash load.
l Use a large load size setting for best results
with permanent press clothes.
Sattinm may vary with modd
Sikh doctor with ‘Raset”
l lleduce wash time when using a small load
zize setting. Loads with only a few small
i ems need less wash time.
Selecting wash-rinse temperatures
Your washer has a knob, CLEAN TOUCH”’ or
push button Water Temperature Selector. Match
the water temperature to the type of fabric and
soils being washed. The top temperature is the
wash water and the bottom temperature is the
rinse water.
NOTE: The Regular cycle features all cold
rinses.
See the “Water usage guide” on page 18 for
more information.
Knob Aodor CLEAN TOUCH wlector-
an indicator appears
above the water bmpera-
tures wlectd

Selecting agitation-spin Ispeeds
CLEAN TOUCH odactor-
an inclkdor appear0
Your washer has either a knob, CLEAN
TOUCH- or push button Speed Selector.
Match the agitation and spin speeds to the
type of fabric and soil being washed. The top
speed is the agitation speed and the bottom
speed is the spin speed.
NOTE: If you have selected high-speed
agitation, the Gentle Wash system helps
protect your fabrics by reducing wash agitation
speed during the last few minutes of wash
agitation in the Heavy, Regular, and Perma-
nent Press cycles.
PI Ioh button doctor
Agitation and spin speeds usage guide
The following speed selections are recommended for t etter fabric care. See pages 8 and 9 for
suggested cycles.
SPEEDS
AGITATION SPIN USE FOR COMMENTS
LOW LOW
LOW HIGH
HIGH HIGH
HIGH LOW
Delicate fabrics, bulky
knits that wrinkle easily
Delicate fabrics
Sturdy cottons, blends
Permanent press,
synthetic fabrics
l Gentle cleaning for light soils
7

Selecting a cycle and time
You will find information you need to help you
make correct cycle selections in this section.
l Pages 8-10: Use the information on these
pages to guide you when selecting a wash
cycle and time.
l Page 11: Use this page to help you under-
stand what happens during a wash cycle.
Heavy cycle
The Heavy cycle features the Gentle Wash
System (if high-speed agitation is selected)
and a longer final spin to shorten drying time.
l Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean large
loads of sturdily constructed fabrics that are
heavily soiled.
l Use 6-9 minutes of wash time to clean
sturdily constructed fabrics that are lightly to
moderately soiled.
l Quick cycle (on some models)-Use this
cycle to wash sturdily constructed fabrics that
are lightly soiled.
Regular cycle
The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash
system (if high-speed agitation is selected) and
a longer final spin to shorten drying time. All
rinses are cold.
l Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean cotton
and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled.
l Use 9 minutes of wash time to clean cotton
and linen fabrics that are moderately soiled.
l Sofhvash cycle (on some models)-Use this
cycle for cotton and linen fabrics that are
lightly soiled.
NOTE: The Regular cycle features all cold
rinses.
Cycles may vary with model
8

Permanent Press cycle
The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle
Wash system, a cool-down rinse, and a short-
ened spin to reduce wrinkling.
l Use 9 minutes of wash time to clean perma-
nent press and some synthetic fabrics that are
moderately soiled.
l Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean perma-
nent press and some synthetics that are lightly
soiled.
NOTE: The washer pauses briefly during the
wash cycle. This is nomal for washer operation.
Delicate cycle
The Delicate cycle features reduced agitation
time for gentle soil removal. A shortened spin
reduces wrinkling.
l Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly
soiled delicate items and washable knits.
Super Wash cycle
(on some models)
Super Wash automatically prewashes the
laundry and advances into the Heavy cycle.
(The washer does not need to be reset after
the Super Wash cycle.) Use this cycle when
washing heavily soiled loads that need maxi-
mum soil removal.
l For proper cleaning use double the amount
of detergent recommended for a wash cycle.
NOTE: The machine pauses during Super
Wash. This is normal for washer operation.
Permanent praes cycle
Super wash cycle
9

Using rinse and spin
NOTE: If your washer has the Extra Rinse
option, see page 12.
When using extra detergent for heavily soiled
clothes, or washing special-care items, you
may want an extra rinse and spin.
1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn
clockwise to RINSE, as illustrated.
2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer
will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain,
and spin.
Using drain and spin
A drain and spin may help shorten drying times
for some heavy fabrics or special-care items
by removing excess water.
1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn
clockwise to SPIN, as illustrated.
2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer
will drain and spin.
10

What happens in each cycle
When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a
number and pulled out, the washer fills (to the
selected load size) before agitation and timing
start. The washer will begin agitating immedi-
ately after filling; agitation can occur with the
washer lid up or down. After agitation starts,
the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it
points to OFF and the cycle ends.
TheIwasher pauses brlefly throughout each
cyc le. These pauses are normal for washer
opt ration.
NOTE: A Gentle Wash system helps protect
YOLr fabrics (if high-speed agitation is selected)
by Ieducing wash agitation speed during the
lasi few minutes of wash agitation in the Heavy,
Reitular and Permanent Press cycles.
WASH RINSE
F-l
4
Fill
F”]
4
e
Li!ikl
Wash selected time’
l H hlgtyxed agltalbn Is seleded. agilatlon speed Is
reduced In Ihe last few minutes of most cycles. This
provides belier fabric care.
I24
-+- Drain (or partial drain*)
No agitation
l The Permansnl Press cycle partlally drains. Iills.
agllates briefly. and drains.
l&J
Spin
Fill
Rinse
Drain-No agitation
lw
Spin-Spray rinse
Spin
11

Other Features
In This Section Paw
Understanding your lint filter .......................... 12
Using the extra rinse option ............................ 12
Paw
Usi rg the fabric soltener dispenser ............ 13
Usi rg the chlorine bleach dispenser ........... 18
Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on
your machine will help you efficiently use your washer.
Understanding your lint IFilter
Your washer has a self-cleaning lint filter
(requires no cleaning by you).
MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter
This lint filter requires no cleaning. (The lint
filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans
itself.) During agitation, wash and rinse water
pass over the filter, separating the lint from the
water. The lint is then spun away from the filter
and out of the system during the spin part of
the cycle.
If your washer drains into a tub, remove any
lint collected in the tub or strainer.
Using the extra rinse option
You can select an extra rinse in all cycles
except the Regular cycle.
Indicator on
CLEAN TOUCH
models Y
Extra rinse
12

Using the fabric softenev dispenser
(on some models) Dilute fabric softener
with warm water to
1.
2.
3.
4.
Add detergent and load the basket.
Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser
using the amount recommended on the
package. Avoid dripping or spilling any
fabric softener on the load.
Dilute fabric softener with warm water. Fill
dispenser with warm water until liquid
reaches the cross-bar in the pouring well.
Start the washer. Diluted fabric softener will
be added to the load during the final rinse.
NOTE: Do not stop the washer before the
final rinse begins. Staining can occur.
Flush dispenser periodically with warm water.
l To remove the dispenser, grasp the top of
the dispenser with both hands. Squeeze and
push upward with thumbs to remove.
l Clean dispenser by holding under water
faucet. Replace after cleaning.
NOTE: Do not wash clothes with dispenser
removed. Do not add detergent or bleach to
dispenser. The dispenser can clog.
the cross-bar
Add fabric softener and water
Flu! ;h to clean
Clean the dispenser
Using the chlorine bleach dispenser
(on some models)
Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not
guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for
a full load. Use less with lower water level
settings. Follow manufacturer’s directions for
safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to
avoid spilling.
1. Load the washer.
2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into
dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or
run down into washer basket. Undiluted
bleach will damage any fabric it touches.
3. Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted
automatically during wash part of cycle.
NOTE: Do not add powdered chlorine or all-
fabric bleach to the dispenser. The dispenser
can clog.

Laundry Tips
I
In This Section Page
Page
Before you wash ............................................... 14 Sob ,ing laundering problems .......................22 I
Removing stains ............................................... 15
Water usage guide ............................................ 19
Using laundry aids ........................................... 19
Washing special-care items ........................... .20
Caring for your washer.. ............................... .23
Carl) during periods of non-use .................. .23
Sav ng energy ................................................ 23
This section reviews proper laundering techniques, givljs you additional washing information, and
discusses solutions to common laundering problems.
Before you wash
Preparing clothes for washing
l Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid
snagging other items. Remove
pins, buckles, and other hard
objects to avoid scratching
the washer interior. Remove
unwashable trim and
ornaments.
l Empty pockets and turn them inside out.
l Turn down cuffs and brush away lint and dirt.
l Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
l Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle.
l Mend tears, loose hems and seams.
l Treat spots and stains. (See pages 15-l 7 for
pretreatment and stain removal information.)
l Stained or wet garments should be washed
promptly for best results.
Sorting
l Separate heavily soiled items from lightly
liTi
soiled ones even if they would
-+ normally be washed together.
Separate lint givers (towels,
chenille) from lint takers (cordu-
roy, synthetics, permanent
press). When possible, turn lint givers
inside out.
l Separate dark from light colors, colorfast from
noncolorfast.
l Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy
cottons, knits, delicate items).
Loading
l D ‘op items into washer loosely. Fill to the top
E2
of the basket, but do not pack or
wrap items around the agitator.
Items should move easily
. through wash water for best
cleaning and wrinkle-free
results. Watch for rollover. Items should sink
arId reappear later.
l Lclad washer properly. Overloading or
preking can:
+:ause poor cleaning.
-i icrease wrinkling.
+:reate excessive lint.
--\Vear out items faster (because of pilling).
l Load by the amount of space items take up,
not by their weight.
l M’x large and small items in each load. Load
El
evenly to maintain washer
balance. An off-balance load
: can make the machine vibrate
--I’*- during spin. To reduce wrinkling,
permanent press and synthetic
kr its should have more room to move in the
w ster than heavy items (towels, jeans).
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Loading suggestions
For these suggested full-sized loads, use the h
h
I LARGE CAPACITY WA
Heavy Work Clothes
2 pair pants
3 shirts
3 pair jeans
1 coverall
Knits
2 slacks
2 blouses
4 shirts
4 tops
2 dresses
Towels
6 bath towels
8 hand towels
10 wash cloths
1 bathmat
Delicates
2 camisoles
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties
iERS
Permanent Press
1 double sheet
1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases
Mixed Load
2 double or 1 king
size sheet
4 pillowcases
6 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs
iigchestI(lad size setting.
r
E (TRA LARGE CAPAC
H8?avy Work Clothes
3 >air pants
3 shirts
4 >airjeans
1 :overall
1 Iverall
K rits
3 slacks
3 Jlouses
6 shirts
4 ops
4 jresses
Tcbwels
l(mbath towels
l( hand towels
1L wash cloths
1 bathmat
E !licates
3 :amisoles
1 quilted robe
4 ;lipS
4 Ianties
2 xas
2 lighties
1 laby’s dress
r WASHERS
Permanent Press
2 double or 1 king
size sheet
1tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases
Mixed Load
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shit-Is
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs
Removing stains
Stained, heavily soiled or greasy items may
need to be prewashed or soaked for best
results. Soaking helps remove protein-type
stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing
helps loosen soil before washing.
Pre-washing or soaking
Use warm water for soaking or prewashing
stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.
Stain removal rules
l Most stains are easier to remove when they
are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out.
Follow package directions for pretreatment
products.
l Before treating any stain, find out ...
1. What kind of stain it is.
2. What kind of fabric it is and if it is
colorfast. (Check label.)
3 How old the stain is. (Washing and drying
can set some stains.)
l S:art with cold or warm water. Hot water can
slat some stains.
l V\‘hen bleach is recommended, use a bleach
tt at is safe for the fabric. Dilute chlorine
b each.
l T ,st stain removers on an inside seam or
hidden corner of the item to see if the color is
rcmoved.
l P It the stained area face down on a paper
tcwel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover
tc the back of the stain. This can force the
stain off the fabric instead of through it.
l Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help
bleak down some protein stains so they are
eilsier to remove.
l U;e nonflammable dry cleaning solvents in a
w #ventilated room. 15

Stain removal guide
STAlN TO REMOVE
Alcoholic These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh
beverage stains with cold water. Wash. If stain .emains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of
lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse. Wash.
Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold wa:er with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or
longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse. If stain remains,
put a few drops of 3% hydrogen pero.tide on stain for 3-5 minutes. Rinse thor-
oughly. Wash.
Chewing Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a nonflam-
gum mable dry cleaning solvent. Let dry. V/ash.
Chocolate Sponge immediately with a nonflamrrable dry cleaning solvent or apply a
or coffee prewash soil and stain remover. Rins 3.Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid
detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.
Crayon and Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Place fabric between two blotters or facial
candle wax tissue. Press with warm iron. Remove’ color stain with nonflammable dry cleaning
solvent. Hand wash until stain is gone . If full load is crayon stained, take to
cleaners or coin-operated dry cleanin J machine.
Cream, milk Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent, or a prewash soil and stain
or ice cream remover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if necessary. If stain remains, apply a few drops
of liquid detergent and a few drops of ammonia. Blot dry and rinse. If stain
remains, soak in an enzyme presoak. Wash.
Deodorants Llght staln: Treat with liquid detergeltt or your regular laundry detergent. Wash
and anti- in hottest water safe for fabric.
perspirants Heavy staln: Place face down on tow el and treat with a paste of ammonia and
all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 min ltes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.
Fat, grease Items soiled with vegetable or cookin! oil should not be washed or dried. See
or oil vegetable/cooking oil Warning on pace 3. For other types of greasy stains, use
one of the methods below:
l Use pretreatment stain remover. Fo low label directions. Wash in hottest water
safe for fabric.
l Use talcum powder to absorb as ml ch grease as possible. Sponge with a
nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash.
l Treat with liquid detergent or rub a tletergent paste on the stain. Wash using
hottest water safe for fabric.
Fruit stains Fresh stalns: Soak immediately in cc01water. Wash. If stain remains, cover area
with a paste made of all-fabric bleach a few drops of hot water and a few drops
of ammonia. Wait 15 to 30 minutes. Vlash.
Old stalns: Sponge with white vinegc r. Rinse. Repeat procedure for fresh stains.
Grass or Soak in warm or cold water with an etzyme presoak for at least 30 minutes, or
g-n
vegetables sponge with denatured alcohol. Wash in water temperature and bleach safe for
the fabric. For colored fabrics, check l:olorfastness before applying alcohol. For
acetate, sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. If stain remains,
bleach with 3% hydrogen peroxide. R nse. Rewash.
Ink or
ballpoint Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continu-
pen ink ously until all bleeding stops. Let dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain re-
mains, bleach if safe for fabric. (India and other indelible inks are almost impos-
sible to remove completely.)
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STAIN TO REMOVE
Iron or rust Colored or noncolorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun
to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if ne :essary.
White or colorfast Items: Try a rust ‘emover. Test first on inside seam or
hem. Some rust removers are not wa:;her safe. Follow package directions.
Ketchup or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a
tomato prewash soil and stain remover. Rins!. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid
products detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.
Lipstick Apply nonflammable dry cleaning sol\ ent or prewash soil and stain remover.
Blot with absorbent material. Repeat if necessary. Rinse. If stain still remains,
rub with liquid detergent. Wash.
Meat juice, Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Sclak in cold or warm water with enzyme
egg presoak at least 30 minutes, or treat f tains with a nonflammable dry cleaning
solvent. Wash.
Mildew Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. f stain remains, soak in warm water and
an all-fabric bleach for 15 to 30 minutl?s. Rewash. (Old mildew stains are
almost impossible to remove. Mildew fungus destroys or weakens fabrics.)
An alternative to bleach is to treat with salt and lemon juice and dry in direct
sunlight. Rinse and rewash. Mildew r~ay form if wet or damp laundry remains in
your washer for extended periods of t me. To prevent mildew, promptly dry
laundry after washing.
Mustard Treat immediately. Scrape off excess mustard. Sponge with a nonflammable
dry cleaning solvent or a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Work liquid
detergent and a few drops of vinegar nto stain. Rinse. If stain remains, apply
3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse and wa ;h.
Paint Hand wash paint-stained items.
Water base: Treat stains while still wltt. (These paints cannot be removed after
they have dried.) Rinse in warm water to flush out paint. Sponge with a
nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash.
011base: Scrape off fresh paint. Spor Ige with a nonflammable dry cleaning
solvent or treat stain with recommended thinner. While stain is still wet with
solvent, rub liquid detergent into it. W;~shwith hottest water safe for fabric.
Perspiration Remove stains before ironing. Perspit ation stains may weaken fabric. Wash or
sponge stain thoroughly with deterger It and warm water. If perspiration has
changed the color of the fabric, use 011eof the following treatments:
Fresh stalns: Apply ammonia to stair . Rinse. Launder to remove ammonia
odor.
Old stalns: Apply white vinegar to st: in. Rinse. Launder to remove vinegar
odor.
Scorch Severe scorch cannot be removed. Wet stain with 3% hydrogen peroxide.
Cover with a dry cloth and press with sn iron as hot as is safe for fabric. Rinse
well. Wash.
OR
Wet with lemon juice and spread in th 3 sun to dry. Wash.
Soft drinks Sponge immediately with cold water and alcohol. Heat and detergent may set
stain.

Water usage guide
Water tern erature
WASH
HOT
130°F (54°C)
or above
WARM
90”-110°F
(32”-44°C)
COLD COLD
7o”-90°F
(21”-32°C)
RINSE
COLD
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USE FOR
l Heavy soils
l Work clothes
l Sturdy whites and
colorfast pastels
l Diapers
l Light and moderate soil:’ l Safe for most fabric finishes.
l Dark or noncolorfast l Less fading and dye bleeding.
colors l Reduces wrinkling.
9 Moderately soiled perm;~-
nent press
l Nylons, polyesters,
acrylics, silks, woolens
l Knits and delicate fabrics
l Prewash, soak -
l Very lightly soiled items
l Moderately soiled items if
extra detergent is adder
9 Extra sensitive colors
(noncolorfast)
l Rinsing, for all fabrics
l Saves hot water.
l Less effective cleaning than hot or
warm water.
l Use longest wash time in cycle
selected.
l Use liquid detergent, or dissolve
powdered detergent in warm water
before adding to cold wash water.
l Pretreat spots, stains and heavy or
greasy soils.
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COMMENTS
l Gives best cleaning for heavy
soils.
l Removes oils, perspiration, greasy
soils and stains.
l Prevents graying and yellowing.
To check your hot water temperature wlth a
candy or cooklng thermometer:
1. Fill a pan with the hottest water available
from the faucet that will fill your washer.
Water hardness
Many poor washing results can be traced to
wish-water hardness. To check your water
hardness:
2. Place a candy or cooking thermometer in
water to check the temperature.
If you do not have a faucet at your wash site,
l (;ity water-ask your city water company.
l \Vell water-call your Cooperative Extension
!;ervice.
collect water from the faucet closest to your
washer.
NOTE: In wash-water temperatures colder
than 70°F (21“C):
l Detergents do not dissolve well.
l Soils are difficult to remove.
l Some fabrics will retain wear wrinkles and
may have increased pilling.
Ask for the mineral content in grains-per-gallon
or parts-per-million. If your water is 9 or more
gnrins-per-gallon or more than 153 parts-per-
mi lion:
l (Consider installing a water softener.
l IJse more detergent.
l IJse a packaged water conditioner.
l I)0 not use soap.
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Using laundry aids
Follow package instructions when using laundry
aids. (See “Removing Stains” on pages 15-l 7
for more information.)
Chlorine bleach
l Use bleach dispenser if your machine has
one. (See page 13.)
l If your washer does not have a bleach
dispenser:
1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the
load.
2. Measure bleach. Never use more than
1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Dilute
measured bleach in 1 quart (1L) of water.
3. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be
removed in the rinse cycle. Pour bleach
around agitator, not directly on load.
l Follow directions on care labels. Do not use
chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex,
acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics.
l When soaking with chlorine bleach, add
detergent to soak water.
NOTE: Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric
it touches. The damage appears as rips, holes,
tears or color loss and may not show up until
several washings later.
All-fabric bleach
l Powdered or liquid all-fabric bleach may be
used on all types of fabrics.
l Do not use all-fabric bleach in the bleach
dispenser because it may clog.
Detergent
l Using too little detergent is a common cause
of laundry problems. Follow manufacturer’s
directions. Measure accurately, especially
when using ultra detergents. Package
directions are usually based on:
-moderate water hardness (4-6 grains)
-lightly soiled items
-normal mix loads.
l Use more detergent for:
-hard water
-cooler wash water
-full loads
-heavily soiled items.
l Do not judge the amount of detergent to use
by the amount of suds in the machine. Low
sudsing detergents do not create as many
suds as normal sudsing detergents.
l If the recommended amount of normal
:udsing detergent creates too many suds or
:;uds are present in the rinse water, try a low
:udsing detergent.
F; lbric softeners
l lise fabric softener dispenser if your machine
has one.
l Ii your washer does not have a fabric
softener dispenser, add diluted fabric
softener only in the final rinse.
l Plways dilute fabric softeners with ‘h to 1 cup
( 25 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric
s lftener can stain fabrics.
l Fabric softeners should not be mixed with
other laundry products because greasy
s :ains may form. If stains form, remove by
Hetting the stain and rubbing with liquid
d 3tergent or a bar of soap. Rewash the
s ained item.
l 130 much fabric softener can make some
it ?ms (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If
tt is happens, use less fabric softener or do
n It use it every time.
Fire or Exploslon Hazard
l Store flammable solvents or liquids away
from your washer.
l Iry cleaning solvents or fluids should not
Se put directly into your washer.
l terns treated with solvents should be
*insed and air dried before washing in
(our washer.
Tile fumes from these substances can
create a fire hazard or explosion.
Personal Injury Hazard
l Idever use chlorine bleach with ammonia
)r acids. Hazardous fumes can form.
. ICeepstain removal products out of the
,each of children .. preferably in a locked
1:abinet.
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Washing special-care items
Most garments and household textiles have care label!; with laundering instructions. Always follow
label directions when they are available. General wasring instructions for some special washables
are included in this section.
Blankets, electric Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time
and woolen according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be
necessary. If manufacturer reco nmends machine washing:
1. Measure blanket before wasfling.
2. Add mild detergent to washel . Fill and agitate briefly to dissolve
detergent.
3. Stop washer. Load blanket e’renly around agitator. Soak 10 to
15 minutes.
4. Set Cycle Control Knob to Dnlin and Spin. Start washer. Spin 1 to
2 minutes.
5. Fill washer for final rinse. Sto owasher. Allow to soak.
6. Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin. Start washer. Allow washer
to finish cycle.
7. Lay blanket on flat surface ar d block by gently stretching to original
measurement. Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are
washed. This is normal.
Curtains, drapes,
slipcovers Wash small loads. Crowding wil cause wrinkling.
1. Shake or vacuum to remove oose dirt.
2. Wash following manufacturers instructions.
NOTE:
l Sun-damaged curtains and dn peries will tear whether hand or machine
washed.
l Replace slipcovers while still s ightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly.
Diapers When using chlorine bleach for !;oaking, add detergent to load. Avoid
overuse of fabric softeners. Abs jrbency will be reduced.
1. Rinse immediately. Soak in a solution of lukewarm water and a small
amount of detergent until you are ready to wash them. You may wish to
use bleach or a special soaki tg product when soaking.
2. Spin excess water from diaps rs before washing.
3. Wash diapers as you would vash white cottons and linens.
Elastic, spandex Elastic picks up oil from the hod!‘. Oil can damage elastic. Wash often to
help reduce the damage. Use wium water and sufficient detergent to
remove oils.
Flame-retardant Items will be clearly labeled as flame-retardant. Follow manufacturer’s
clothing instructions to retain flame retarclant qualities.
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