Starting the Wash (cont'd)
4. Select WASH/SPIN speed
Select wash/spin speed most appropriate to type of fabric in wash load.
See chart below.
WASH/SPIN | LOAD TYPE |
SPEED |
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Regular/Fast | Sturdy fabrics needing maximum water extraction |
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Regular/Slow | Sturdy fabrics needing slower spin speed to reduce |
| wrinkling |
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Gentle/Fast | Heavy loads of delicate fabrics needing fast spin for |
| better water extraction |
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Gentle/Slow | Delicate fabrics needing slower spin to protect fabric and |
| clothing |
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5. Select wash cycle and time
Push timer knob in and turn to desired cycle and wash time. Timer knob can be turned in either direction. Wash cycle and time selection depends upon type of fabric and amount of soil. For best results when cleaning heavily soiled items, use longer wash time, up to 15 minute maximum. Lightly soiled items require less wash time. See "Cycles" section for more information.
6. Select EXTRA RINSE, if desired
EXTRA RINSE is useful for people with detergent sensitive skin. It provides a second rinse to more completely remove laundry additives, suds, and perfumes in REGULAR, PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS, and DELICATE cycles. To select, set switch to ON. Set switch to OFF if not desired. EXTRA RINSE adds
EXTRA SPIN (some models) should be used when washing heavier items, like towels, that retain water. The extra spin extracts additional water from the clothing and shortens drying times. To select, set switch to ON. Set switch to OFF if not desired. EXTRA SPIN adds approximately 3 minutes to your total wash time.
7. Pull OUT timer knob to start
Water fill begins. Stop washer by pushing knob in.
Measure and add detergent to washtub Use only detergent recommended for top- loading washers.
Add clothing to water in washtub
• Clothes should fill wash tub but should not be packed. Loosely fill tub with clothes no higher than top row of holes. Items must move freely through wash/rinse water.
•Bulky fabrics may need more water
added after agitation begins. Turn Load Size knob to RESET and back to desired setting.
Close washer lid
Washer will not operate when lid is open.
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