Estate Clothes Dryer Solving laundering problems

Solving laundering problems

Most laundering problems are easily solved. Check tl-e following list for problems you may have

and possible causes. If you need additional help, chel:k the “Assistance or Service” section of this

book.

Dryer fabric softeners Follow manufacturer’s product directions

were used carefully.

Undiluted washer fabric Dilute fabric softener before adding to

softener was used the final rinse.

Enough detergent was used Use enough detergent to hold soil in the

wash water until it drains away. Undrained

soil can stick to outer tub of the washer and

cause greasy spots with next load.

Items were clean before they Soiled items can stain other items in the

were dried load. They can also leave stains on the

dryer drum that can be picked up by items

in later loads. Dryer heat may permanently

set these stains.

Lint screen is clogged

Load is properly sorted

Clean lint screen. (See page 8.)

Sort lint-givers (bath towels, etc.) from lint-

takers (synthetics, permanent press).

Static electricity is

attracting lint Use fabric softener in the washer’s final

rinse. Use correct dryer settings for fabric.

Overdrying synthetics can cause lint-

attracting static electricity.

Load is too big or heavy Dry smaller loads. When items can’t tumble

freely, air is unable to carry lint to lint

screen.

Paper or tissue was in pocket Empty pockets carefully. A small scrap of

caper can cause a lot of lint.

Enough detergent was used Use enough detergent to hold the lint in the

Nater until it drains away. Base detergent

amount on water hardness and soil in wash

oad.

Pilling is being mistaken for lint Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by normal

Near and laundering. Pills do not break

away easily from the fabric and can often

:ollect lint. Synthetic fabrics are more likely

:o pill than others, especially at neckbands,

4bows and knees.