Using laundry aids
Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 13, for more information.)
Chlorine bleach
lUse bleach dispenser if your machine has one. (See page 11.)
lIf your washer does not have a bleach dispenser:
1.Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.
2.Measure bleach. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart (1L) of water.
3.Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle. Pour bleach around agitator, not directly on load.
lFollow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some
l When soaking with chlorine bleach, add detergent to soak water.
NOTE: Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. The damage appears as rips, holes, tears or color loss and may not show up until several washings later.
All-fabric bleach
lPowdered or liquid
used on all types of fabrics.
lDo not use
Detergent
lUsing too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Follow manufacturer’s directions. Measure accurately, especially when using ultra detergents. Package directions are usually based on:
lUse more detergent for:
lDo not judge the amount of detergent to use by the amount of suds in the machine. Low sudsing detergents do not create as many suds as normal sudsing detergents.
lIf the recommended amount of normal sudsing detergent creates too many suds or suds are present in the rinse water, try a low sudsing detergent.
Fabric softeners
lIf your washer does not have a fabric softener dispenser, add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse.
lAlways dilute fabric softeners with l/z to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics.
lFabric softeners should not be mixed with other laundry products because greasy stains may form. If stains form, remove by wetting the stain and rubbing with liquid detergent or a bar of soap. Rewash the stained item.
lToo much fabric softener can make some items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If this happens, use less fabric softener or do not use it every time.
Fire or Explosion Hazard
l Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer.
l Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer.
l Items treated with solvents should be rinsed and air dried before washing in your washer.
The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.
Personal Injury Hazard
l Never use chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids. Hazardous fumes can form.
l Keep stain removal products out of the reach of children preferably in a locked cabinet.
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