Sorting & Loading
To get the best wash results it pays to sort your clothes before washing.
Care Labels
Care labels will tell you about the fabric of the garment and how it should be washed.
Soil
Sort clothes according to the type and amount of soil. Some soils suit warmer washes (e.g. oily soils), while others are best washed in cold water (e.g. mud, blood, grass). (See Lifecycles pages 25 – 29).
Color
Sort white fabrics from colored fabrics (this avoids the possibility of dye transfer).
Lint
Wash lint givers and lint collectors separately. Where possible, turn lint collectors inside out.
Lint givers | Lint collectors |
Towels | Corduroy |
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Chenille | Synthetics |
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Terry cloth | Permanent Press |
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Before Washing
Check Pockets
Loose items can damage both your washer and your clothes.
Close Zippers, Hooks and Eyes
To make sure that these items do not snag on other clothes.
Mend any Torn Garments
Tears or holes may become larger during washing. Remove any loose bra wires as they can damage your washing machine and/or dryer.
Pre-treat any Stains
Avoid spraying stain removers onto any washing machine surfaces.
For a Balanced Load place unfolded clothes evenly around the agitator. Do not wrap large items, such as sheets, around the agitator. A mixture of small and large items will wash the best.
Make sure the Water Level Suits the Load Size
Using too much water can cause splashing and out of balance loads. To reduce this risk, use AUTO SENSING. Loads that extend above the dispenser may also cause splashing.
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