Wash/Rinse
Fabric Type Temperature
Heavily soiled white/colorfast Hot/Cold
cotton, perm press
Lightly soiled white/colorfast Warm/Cold
cotton, perm press
Noncolorfast fabrics, knits, Cold/Cold
delicates, washable woolens
LOAD SIZE sets the amount of wash and
rinse water for the wash load. Select a water
level appropriate for the load size. There
should be enough water for items to move
freely.
•To increase water level after the wash cycle
begins, turn the Load Size control to Reset
and hold. When water begins to enter the
tub, turn the control to the desired setting.
Energy Saving Tips
•Wash full loads. Oversize loads use extra
energy. Undersize loads waste energy.
•When small wash loads cannot be avoided,
use lower water levels.
•Select the appropriate cycle and time for each
load. Shorten wash times for lightly soiled
loads.
•To reduce drying time, select a fast spin speed
to remove more water from heavy items such
as towels and jeans.
•Use warm water to wash most loads. Limit hot
water washes to heavily soiled and white
loads. Use cold water for lightly soiled items
and rinsing.
•Operate the washer in early morning and late
evening when utility demands are low.
•Follow proper laundry procedures to avoid
rewashing.
Controls
Always follow instructions on fabric care
labels.
WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE sets the
water temperatures for washing and rinsing.
Select wash water temperature according to
fiber content and soil level of the load, and
type of detergent used. A cold water rinse
saves energy and reduces wrinkling.
The following chart suggests wash/rinse
temperatures for basic fabric types.
P/N 131736300 (9807)