Roper AL3132W, AL2121W installation instructions What to do

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PROBLEM

CHECK IF

WHAT TO DO

Overall yellow; brown or yellow stains

Shrinking

Snags, rips,

holes

Chlorine bleach is used

Iron is in water heater or pipes

Iron or manganese is in water

Fabric is poor quality

Fabric-care label directions were followed

Chlorine bleach is properly used

Sharp articles are removed; fasteners are fastened

Rips, broken threads and tears not mended before washing

Chlorine bleach can permanently yellow some fabrics. Readfabric washing label and chlorine bleach package label carefully.

Run hot water a few minutes before washing to clear lines. Drain water heater occasionally.

DO NOT use chlorine bleach in water containing iron. Use a water conditioner in wash and rinse water.

Install an iron filter.

Check fabric quality before purchasing.

Follow fabric care label directions.

Follow chlorine bleach directions.

Remove sharp objects; fasten hooks and eyes, zippers and snaps; turn synthetic fabrics inside out before washing.

Mend fabric before washing.

Stiff, harsh fabrics [usually cottons)

Twisting or tangling

Wrinkling

Water is too hard for soap or detergent used

Cottons are line-dried

Load too big for washer capacity or water level

Items are improperly loaded

Load is too big for washer capacity or water level

Setting allows for cool-down time

Load has been left in washer or laundry basket for extended time

Use proper amount of detergent for water hardness. Do not use soap if you have hard water.

Dry cottons in dryer.

Use proper load and water level.

DO NOT wrap items around the agitator. DO NOT slip straps over agitator.

Drop items in loosely; DO NOT pack clothes tightly into basket. Wash smaller loads of synthetic and permanent press items.

Use Permanent Press Cycle (AL3132W).This cycle includes a cool-down of the wash water before the spin.

Unload washer or laundry basket immediately.

NOTE: Since permanent press finishes may vary, items labeled “PermanentPress” may require touch up ironing.

Yellow areas

Body oils may have stained

Make sure water is hot (at least 130”F/54”C).

fabric-usually found on the middle

 

of pillowcases and sheets;

Increase the amount of detergent.

underarms of cotton clothing

 

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