WASHING
PROBLEMS
POSSIBLE
CAUSES SOLUTION
STIFF,
SPIN TOO SLOW OR TOO SHORT
HARSH
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Use cycle setting with longer spin, higher speed.
FABRICS
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Load carefully so an off-balance does not slow the
(USUALLY
spin.
COTTONS)
HARD WATER WITH SOAP OR TOO LITTLE DETERGENT
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Soap will only work well in soft or softened water.
See the “Laundry Guide” for the amount of detergent
to use.
LINE DRYING
Dry cottons in a dryer,
BUILD-UP OF BODY OILS
Usually noticed on the middle of pillowcases and
sheets, or underarms of cottons, this condition can
usually be corrected by
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Making sure the water is hot enough (at least 130°F
[WC] ;
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Using I he right amount of detergent [see your
“Laundry Guide”).
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AREAS
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CHLORINE STAINING
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Washing with chlorine bleach can permanently
DKVWd
OR
stain some fabrics. Read the manufacturers label to
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avoid the problem. The stain can sometimes be
STAINS
removed with a color remover. Follow the package
directions.
LOAD TOO
WET AFTER
SPIN
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IRON IN WATER HEATER OR PIPES
Run the hot water a few minutes before washina to
clear the lines. Drain the water heater now and tt%en
IRON AND MANGANESE IN THE WATER
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Do not use chlorine bleach.
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Use a non-precipitating water conditioner in the
wash and rinse water.
0 Install an iron filter.
SLOW SPIN
Use
high
spin cycles for heavy cottons (towels, jeans,
etc.). Short slow spins do not remove enough water from
heavy cottons. Balance load.
COLD RINSES
Cold rinses save energy and money and leave fewer
wrinkles, but do leave loads a little colder and wetter.
LID OPEN
Washer will not spin if lid is left open. Load will be drip-
ping wet.
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