Whirlpool 3360464 warranty Removing Stains, Stain removal rules, Stain Removal

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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.

Stain removal rules

lUse warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.

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 what kind of stain it is, how old the stain is, what kind of fabric it is, and if the fabric is colorfast. (Check the care label.)

l Washing and drying can set some stains.

lStart with cold or warm water. Hot water can set some stains.

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When bleach is recommended, use a bleach that is safe for the fabric.

Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden corner of the item to see if the color is removed.

Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain. This forces the stain off the fabric instead of through it.

Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help break down some protein stains so they are easier to remove.

Stain

removal

guide

 

STAIN

TO REMOVE

 

 

Alcoholic

These

stains

turn brown with age, so treat

immediately. Sponge or soak

beverage

fresh stains

with cold water. Wash. If stain

remains, soak 15 minutes in a

 

solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent, and a few drops of white

 

vinegar.

Rinse. Wash.

 

Blood

Chewing gum

Chocolate or coffee

Crayon ant I candle wax

Cream, milk, or ice cream

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Rinse immediately or soak in cold water 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 peroxide on stain for 3-5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Wash.

Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. Let dry. Wash.

Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid deter- gent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.

Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Place fabric between two blotters or facial tissue. Press with warm iron. Remove color stain with nonflammable fabric cleaner. Hand wash until stain is gone. If full load is crayon stained, take to cleaners or coin-operated dry cleaning machine.

Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner, or a prewash soil and stain 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.

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Contents UseAndCare Please record your model’s information Understanding your responsibilities Washer SafetyYour safety is important to us Parts and Features Starting Your Washer Operating Your WasherStopping/restarting your washer Selecting a cycle and timePermanent Press cycle Regular cycleKnits Gentle cycle Woollens cycleSuper Wash Cycle Soak cyclePre-Wash cycle Using Drain and Spin Using Rinse and SpinWhat happens in each Magic CLEAN* lint filterCycle Wash RinseAdding liquid chlorine bleach Using the fabric softener dispenserCaring for Your Washer Cleaning your washerWinter storage or moving care Non-use or vacation carePreparing clothes for Laundry TipsWashing SortingLoading suggestions Saving energyChecking hot water temperature Selecting Water TemperaturesWater Guidelines Water hardnessCare Instructions Washing special-care itemsStain removal rules Removing StainsStain Removal StainTo Remove Stain Problems TroubleshootingProblem Common laundryCommon washer problems If you need FSP’ Replacement parts Reauestim Assistance or ServiceWarranty By K.I.C. Limited