Electrolux 137023500 A (0801)) manual Common Washing Problems, con’t, Casual or delicate cycle

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28Solutions to Common Problems

Common Washing Problems, con’t

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	SOLUTIONS	PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Pilling	• Pilling is normal with syn-	• Use a lint brush or shaver to	• Use fabric softener in the
(Fibers ball up	thetic and permanent press	remove pills.	washer to lubricate fibers.
and cling to	fabrics. This is due to abra-		• When ironing, use spray
fabric.)	sion from normal wear.		starch or fabric finish on
			collars and cuffs.
			• Turn items inside out to
			reduce abrasion.

Residue or	• Undissolved detergent.	• Rewash load.	• Increase water temperature
powder on dark	• Some granular detergents		using hottest water safe for
items;	can combine with hard		fabric.
Stiff, harsh	water minerals to form a		• Do not overload washer.
fabrics.	residue.		• Use liquid detergent or
	• Overloading the washer.		use nonprecipitating water
			conditioner with powder
			detergent.

Wrinkling	• Overloading the washer.	• Reduce load size.	• Do not overload washer.
	• Incorrect wash cycle for	• Rinse in cold water with liq-	• Remove items from washer
	wash load.	uid fabric softener using the	as soon as cycle is com-
		casual or delicate cycle.	pleted.
			• Use liquid fabric softener.

Yellow buildup	• Agitation time too short.	• Soak in detergent booster	• Select correct wash cycle.
of body soil on	• Wash water temperature	or product containing	• Use correct amount of
synthetic fabrics	too low.	enzymes.	detergent.
	• Not enough detergent.	• Wash in hottest water safe	• Wash synthetics frequently
		for fabric using casual	using hot or warm water.
		cycle.
		• Increase detergent.
		• Add bleach safe for fabric
		or treat with color remover.

Yellow or brown	• Iron or manganese in water	• To restore discolored load	• Use nonprecipitating water
rust stains	supply, water pipes, or	of whites, use rust remover	softener.
	water heater.	safe for fabric.	• Before washing, run hot
		• Do not use chlorine bleach	water for a few minutes to
		to remove rust stains. It	clear lines.
		may intensify discoloration.	• Drain water heater occa-
			sionally.
			• For an ongoing problem,
			install an iron filter in your
			water supply system.

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Contents Use & Care Guide Table of contents Finding InformationPlease read and save this guide Keep a record for quick referenceImportant Safety Instructions SafetyRecognize safety symbols, words Labels Prevent Fire Protect ChildrenPrevent Injury Prevent Injury and Damage to the WasherFeatures Operating Instructions Getting StartedNormal Operating Sounds To run your washer, follow these basic stepsBefore Using Your Washer Operating Your WasherOperating Your Washer Sort laundry into loads that can be washed togetherAdd laundry load to washer For best results Operating Your WASHER, con’t Other Wash ProductsOperating Instructions Operating Your WASHER, con’t 7. Start the washer Entrapment and TIP-OVER HazardCycle Selection NormalColors WhitesDeep Clean Sanitize Cycle Selection, con’tCasual Fast WashDelicate Hand WashWashing/Rinsing Temperature MY FavoriteSpin Speed Temperature, con’tSoil Level Options Washer Features Cycle Chart Washer Settings ChartStain Removal Procedures Safe Stain Removal ProceduresStain Removal Guide For Successful Stain RemovalStain Removal Suggestions Stain TreatmentOther Inside Cleaning Care & CleaningTo Refresh Wash Drum Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area Outside Winterizing InstructionsSolutions to Common Problems Common Washing ProblemsCommon Washing Problems, con’t Casual or delicate cycleService Prevention Checklist Occurrence Possible Cause SolutionAvoid Service Checklist, con’t WaterWarranty Information Exclusions