Laundry aids
Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 11. for more information.)
Chlorine bleach
l Use bleach dispenser.
l Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some
l Measure bleach. Do not guess. For this washer, never use more than Vz cup (125 mL) for a full load. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle.
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
lDo not use
Detergent
l Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Package directions are usualfy based on:
l Use more detergent for:
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 sudsing detergent creates too many suds, try a low sudsing detergent. Do not reduce the amount of normal sudsing detergent.
Fabric softeners
l Always dilute fabric softeners with
l/z to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics.
l Use fabric softener dispenser.
l Fabric softeners should not be mixed with other laundry products because greasy stains may form. lf stains form, remove by wetting the stain and rubbing with liquid detergent or a bar of soap. Rewash the stained item.
l Too much fabric softener can make some items
Flre or Explosion Hazard
l Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer.
l Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer.
l Items treated with solvents should be rinsed and air dried before washing in your washer.
The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.
Personal Injury Hazard
l Never use chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids. Hazardous fumes can form.
l Keep stain removal products out of the reach of children .. . preferably in a locked cabinet.
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