GE VLXR1020AWO Le manuel du propriétaire

3

Important Safety Information

6

Operating Instructions

The Controls on Your Washer

Other Washer Features

Preparing to Wash

Care of Product

12

Helpful Information

Specialized Fabric Guide

Stain Removal Guide

Removing Specific Stains

16

If Something Goes Wrong

Before You Call For Service

Camco Service Numbers

Warranty

Washer

Owner’s Manual

Model: VLXR1020T

175D1807P176

39-9353

8-96 CG

Welcome to the Hotpoint family.

We’re proud of our quality

products and we believe in

dependable service. You’ll see it in

this easy-to-use manual and you’ll

hear it in the friendly voices of our

customer service department.

Best of all, you’ll experience

these values each time you do

the laundry. That’s important,

because your new washer will be

part of your family for a long time.

Welcome

Staple your receipt to the inside back

cover of this manual.

Write down the model and serial

numbers here.

They are behind

the top edge of the control panel.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

Before

using

your

washer

Need Help?

Before you call for service,

there are a few things you can

do to help us serve you better.

Read this manual.

It contains

instructions to help you use and

maintain your washer properly.

Save time and money.

Check the

section titled “If Something Goes

Wrong” before calling. This

section was designed to solve

common problems you might

encounter.

If you do need service, you can

relax knowing help is only a phone

call away. A list of toll-free customer

service numbers is included on the

inside back cover. Or call in the

United States the

GE Answer

Center

®

at 800.626.2000,

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

In Canada call 800-361-3400.

Help us

help you

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Start Here!

In the United States

800.626.2000

WARNING:

For your safety the information in this manual must be

followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property

damage, personal injury or loss of life.

Do not store or use gasoline

or other flammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of

this or any other appliance.

Installation and service must

be performed by a qualified

installer, service agency or

the gas supplier.

IF YOU SMELL GAS

1

Do not try to light any appliance.

2

Do not touch any electrical

switch; do not use any phone

in your building.

3

Clear the room, building or

area of all occupants.

4

Immediately call your gas

supplier from a neighbor’s

phone. Follow the gas

supplier’s instructions.

5

If you cannot reach your gas

supplier, call the fire department.

Important Safety Information

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Water Heater Safety

Under certain conditions

hydrogen gas may be produced

in a water heater that has not

been used for two weeks or more.

HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE

EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE

CIRCUMSTANCES.

If the hot water has not been used

for two weeks or more, prevent the

possibility of damage or injury by

turning on all hot water faucets

and allow them to run for several

minutes before using any electrical

appliance which is connected to

the hot water system. This will

allow any hydrogen gas to escape.

Since the gas is flammable, do

not smoke or use an open flame

or appliance during this process.

Read all safety information before using

Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home.

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Important Safety Information

Warning

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons

when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including

the following sections.

Safety Precautions

• Use this appliance only for its

intended purpose as described

in this Owner’s Manual.

• This washer must be properly

installed and located in

accordance with the Installation

Instructions before it is used. If

you did not receive an Installation

Instructions sheet, you can

obtain

one by calling, toll-free, in

the

United States the

GE Answer

Center

®, 800.626.2000.

In Canada

write to:

Manager, Consumer Relations

Camco Inc.

1 Factory Lane, Suite 310

Moncton, N.B.

E1C 9M3

—Properly ground to conform

with all governing codes and

ordinances. Follow details in

Installation Instructions.

— Install or store where it will not be

exposed to temperatures below

freezing or exposed to the weather.

—

Connect to a properly rated,

protected and sized power supply

circuit to avoid electrical overload.

— Connect to adequate plumbing

and drain facilities as described

in the Installation Instructions.

• Turn off water faucets when the

washer is not in use to relieve

pressure on hoses and valves and

to minimize leakage if a hose or

valve should break or rupture.

• Do not repair or replace any

part of the appliance or attempt

any servicing unless specifically

recommended in this Owner’s

Manual or in published user-

repair instructions that you

understand and have the skills

to carry out.

• When disconnecting this

appliance pull by the plug rather

than the cord to avoid damage to

the cord or junction of cord and

plug. Make sure that the cord

is located so that it will not be

stepped on, tripped over or

otherwise subjected to damage

or stress.

• Keep all laundry aids (such

as detergents, bleaches, fabric

softeners, etc.) out of the reach

of children, preferably in a

locked cabinet. Observe all

warnings on container labels

to avoid personal injury.

• Do not tamper with the controls.

• Keep the area around and

underneath your appliances

free from the accumulation of

combustible materials, such as

lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

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• Keep the floor around your

appliances clean and dry to

reduce the possibility of slipping.

• Never reach into washer while

it is moving. Before loading,

unloading or adding clothes,

push in the Cycle Selector knob

and wait until the machine has

completely stopped before

opening the lid.

• Close supervision is necessary

if this appliance is used by or

near children. Do not allow

children to play inside, on or

with this appliance or any

discarded appliance. Dispose

of discarded appliances and

shipping/packing materials

properly. Before discarding

a washer, or removing from

service, remove the washer lid.

• Do not leave washer lid up

during cycle. This will stop

the wash and spin action and

prevent completion of the cycle.

• Do not wash or dry articles that

have been cleaned in, washed

in, soaked in, or spotted with

combustible or explosive

substances (such as wax, oil,

paint, gasoline, degreasers,

dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene,

etc.) which may ignite or

explode. Do not add these

substances to the wash water.

Do not use these substances

around your washer and/or

dryer during operation.

• The laundry process can reduce

the flame retardancy of fabrics.

To avoid such a result, the

garment manufacturer’s care

instructions should be followed

very carefully.

• Do not mix chlorine bleach with

ammonia or acids such as vinegar

and/or rust remover. Mixing can

produce a toxic gas which may

cause death.

• Never climb on or stand on the

washer top.

• Do not wash fiberglass articles

in your washer. Skin irritation

could result from the remaining

particles that may be picked up

by clothing during subsequent

washer use.

• To minimize the possibility

of electric shock, unplug this

appliance from the power supply

or disconnect the washer at the

household distribution panel by

removing the fuse or switching

off the circuit breaker before

attempting any maintenance

or cleaning.

• NOTE: Turning the Cycle

Selector knob to an off position

does NOT disconnect the

appliance from the power supply.

• Do not operate this appliance

if it is damaged, malfunctioning,

partially disassembled, or has

missing or broken parts, including

a damaged cord or plug.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

wash

temperature

hot

warm*

cold

warm*

rinse

temperature

cold

Fabric Care Guide

Operating Instructions

The

controls

on your

washer

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Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label

or instructions when laundering. Use this chart

as a general guide.

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1

Load Size Wash/Rinse Temperature

By selecting load size, you are setting the

water level. For the best results, select a size

appropriate for the load you are washing.

load size

SMALL

SUPER

LARGE

temperature

COLD

COLD

HOT

COLD

WARM

COLD

WASH

RINSE

1 2

*Warm water is approximately 90°F to 110°F. (hand comfortable)

COTTON WHITE

COTTONS COLORS

PERM PRESS

DELICATES

WASHABLE WOOLENS

REGULAR

For heavily to lightly

soiled cottons, linens,

work and play clothes.

PERM PRESS

For synthetics and

blends with normal soil.

KNITS

Specially designed for

normally soiled knits.

DELICATES

For lingerie and special-

care

fabrics with light to normal

soil.

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Cycle Descriptions

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3

See next page for other washer features

Selecting Cycle Starting Washer

• Add detergent.

• Add clothes and close lid.

• Pull out the Cycle knob to start washer.

Push in the Cycle knob to select the desired

cycle. See the above Cycle Descriptions.

OFF

knits

delicates

light soil

extra rinse

perm. press

OFF

heavy

normal

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4

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Operating Instructions

Other washer features your model may have

This dispenser automatically

releases liquid fabric softener at

the proper time during the cycle.

To use, follow these steps:

1

Make sure dispenser is securely

attached to agitator.

2

Pour liquid fabric softener

into dispenser, using amount

recommended on package.

3

Add water to dispenser until it

reaches the maximum fill line.

NOTE:

•

Do not stop the washer during

the first spin. This will cause

the dispenser to empty too soon.

•

Never pour fabric softener directly

on clothes. It will leave spots on

clothes.

•

Only use dispenser for liquid fabric

softeners. If dispenser gets clogged,

see Cleaning Fabric Softener

Dispenser section.

Fabric Softener

Dispenser

Pour

liquid

fabric softener

and water into fabric softener

dispenser

Do not pour anything into the

agitator if the top is removed

This cap fits into the top of the

agitator. If it accidentally comes

off, simply put it back on.

Agitator Cap

Do not pour anything into the

agitator if the top is removed

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Cleaning Fabric

Softener Dispenser

1

Remove the dispenser from the

top of the agitator.

2

Separate the dispenser cup from

the cover by grasping the top and

pushing down on the inside of the

cup with your fingers. Dispenser

cup will pop free from the cover.

3

To clean dispenser, soak both the

dispenser cup and the dispenser

cover in the following solution:

1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water

1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy duty liquid

detergent

1 cup (240 ml) bleach

4

If necessary, loosen build-up

with a clean, soft cloth after

soaking. Do not use a stiff brush;

you may roughen the surface of

the dispenser.

5

Rinse and reassemble dispenser.

Place dispenser back on the

agitator.

Separate for cleaning

Always add detergent and start

the washer before adding clothes

so that the detergent can work

effectively.

Using the correct amount of

detergent is one of the most

important things you can do to

make sure your wash comes out

clean. Always follow the detergent

package directions.

Using too little detergent is

a common cause of laundry

problems. Use more detergent if

you have hard water, large loads,

greasy or oily soils or lower water

temperature.

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Empty pockets, unroll cuffs, shake

out loose dirt, zip zippers, fasten

snaps, hooks and buttons.

Treat/remove stains. See Stain

Removal Guide.

Turn poly knits inside-out to

reduce pilling.

Do any necessary mending.

Use a net laundry bag for

delicate items.

Prepare

Operating Instructions

Preparing to Wash

Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s

Care Label when laundering.

Sort by color

(Separate colorfast from

non-colorfast fabrics*)

• Whites

• Lights

• Darks

Separate by fabric type

• Cottons and linens

•

Permanent press cottons and

blends

• Synthetic and poly knits

• Delicates

Separate lint producers from

lint collectors

• Lint producers: terry cloth and

chenille

• Lint collectors: velveteen and

corduroy

Sort by soil

• Light

• Medium

• Heavy

* Non-colorfast fabrics may bleed or fade. Sort by

individual color.

Sort

Detergent

Load dry items loosely, spacing even-

ly around agitator, and close the lid.

A typical wash load: two twin sheets,

two pillow cases, three small bath

towels, three wash cloths and two

t-shirts

.

Place large items in bottom, small

items in the middle and medium

items on top.

When loading wet items make sure

you set the load/water level high

enough to allow the items to move

freely.

Wash bulky items like blankets

separately.

To add items after washer has

started, push in Cycle knob and

submerge additional items next to

the agitator. Close the lid and pull

Cycle knob out to restart.

To reduce wrinkling, give

permanent press items, synthetics

and poly knits room to move freely

in the washer.

NOTE:

•

Do not wrap large items like sheets

around the agitator.

•

Do not wash fabrics containing

flammable materials (waxes, clean-

ing fluids, etc.) in your washer.

Load

Leave the lid open after washing

to allow moisture to evaporate. The

wash basket is practically care free.

If you want to clean the basket use

a clean soft cloth dampened with

liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do

not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)

To rinse:

1

Turn the Cycle knob to any

wash setting.

2

Start washer.

Fill Hoses—

Hoses connecting

washer to faucet should be replaced

every five years.

Lint Filter—

The lint filter is located

under the agitator. It is self cleaning

and requires no maintenance.

Exterior—

Immediately wipe off any

spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Try

not to hit surface with sharp objects.

Moving and Storage—

Ask the service

technician to remove water from

drain pump and hoses. Do not store

the washer where it will be exposed

to the weather. In the

United States

call the GE Answer Center®

800.626.2000 for information on

how to keep the tub stationary when

moving the washer. In

Canada

write

to:

Manager, Consumer Relations,

Camco Inc.

1 Factory Lane, Suite 310

Moncton, N.B.

E1C 9M3.

Long Vacations—

Be sure water

supply is shut off at faucets. Drain

all water from hoses if weather will

be below freezing.

The Washer

Care & Cleaning

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Down-Filled Garments Always wash down-filled garments separately from other types

of garments. Wet down gives off an odor that will disappear when

the down is dried. Wash down items frequently to fluff up the

down and to retain down’s warmth. When washing make sure

the load is balanced. Add towels if necessary. Always tumble-dry

down garments.

Pillows Pillows are made from a variety of materials. Wash only if

recommended on the Pillow Manufacturer’s Care Label. Before

washing check pillows for weak seams or holes, and mend. Let

the washer fill with water and add detergent. Let the washer

agitate for several minutes and then add pillows in pairs. This

will keep the load balanced.

Blankets Let the washer fill with water, add detergent, allow detergent to

dissolve, then add blanket. Wash only one blanket at a time.

Electric Blankets Sew a strong piece of cloth over the plug to protect the

blanket and washer from damage. Wash according to pillow

instructions above.

Permanent Press Clothes Select a larger load/water level than normal. This will provide

that are Line Dried more water to help reduce wrinkling and to allow clothes enough

room to move around. Remove clothes as soon as the wash cycle is

complete and hang them up immediately.

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Helpful Information

Specialty Care Guide

Item Suggested Care

Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label or instructions when laundering.

Otherwise use the information below as a general guide.

Stain Removal Guide

• Check Fabric Care Label.

• Remove stains as soon as

possible. The fresher the stain,

the easier it is to remove.

• To make sure a stain removal

product is safe for your fabric

test it on a hidden inside seam.

• Avoid use of hot water on

unknown stains. It can set

some stains.

General Hints

A thorough soaking with detergent

or a special soaking agent is an

effective way to remove heavy

soils or stains.

Try one of these methods.

• Use the soak cycle. If your model

does not have a soak cycle you can

still soak by allowing the washer to

fill and agitate for a few minutes to

help loosen soils. Then push in

the Cycle knob to stop the washer

(keep lid closed) and allow to

soak. Don’t leave your laundry

soaking in the washer longer than

a few hours. After the soak period,

pull out the Cycle knob to

complete the cycle.

• Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing

in a small amount of liquid

detergent or a paste made of

water and powdered detergent

or soap. For best results, wait

1/2 hour before washing.

• To remove stains on white or

bleachable fabrics, try soaking the

stained area in a container for five

minutes in the following solution

and then launder in the washer:

1 US gallon (3.8 liters) cool water

1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach

Soaking and

Pretreating

To remove stains on white or bleachable fabrics, try soaking the stained

area in a container for five minutes in the following solution and then

launder in the washer:

1 US gallon (3.8 liters) cool water

1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach

Turn page for specific stain removal

Bleach Solution

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Helpful Information

Removing Specific Stains

Foods on synthetic clothes may

cause stains which are virtually

invisible when you put the clothes

in the washer. If these stains are not

completely removed in the wash,

they may pick up dirt from other

clothes in the washer and appear

after the clothes are dried.

When They Become Visible:

• Rub the stain with undiluted

liquid detergent.

• Let stand 30 minutes.

• Rewash using the hottest water

that is safe for the fabric.

Preventing These Stains:

• Increase the amount of

detergent used.

• Increase water temperature.

• Wash synthetics often.

The Invisible Stain

Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics

Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Same as white and bleachable

Use dull tool to carefully scrape off as much fabrics.

adhesive or gum as possible. Rub the stain with

undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse well,

then wash as usual.

Adhesives

(Chewing Gum, etc.)

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. Same as white and bleachable

If stain remains, use the Bleach Solution; fabrics except use non-chlorine

launder. bleach.

Antiperspirants,

Deodorants

Soak in cold water. Use the Bleach Same as white and bleachable

Solution; launder.

fabrics except use non-chlorine

bleach.

Chocolate, Cream,

Ice Cream and Milk

Soak in cold water, then launder in warm Sponge or soak in cool water,

water. If stain remains, use the Bleach then launder.

Solution; launder.

Blood

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Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics

Use the Bleach Solution; launder. Rub the stain with undiluted

liquid detergent. Rinse well,

then wash as usual.

Cosmetics, Crayon

Apply undiluted liquid detergent; launder. Sponge with warm water. Apply

(Treat mildew spots while they are fresh, undiluted liquid detergent;

before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.) launder. Bleach with

If either type stain remains, use the Bleach non-chlorine bleach; launder.

Solution; launder. (Severe scorch stains can Old mildew cannot be removed.

seldom be removed.) Scorch can seldom be removed.

Grass, Mildew,

Scorch

Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, Sponge with warm water.

use the Bleach Solution; launder. Bleach remaining stain with

non-chlorine bleach.

Juices, Wine,

Food Coloring

Without cream: Use the Bleach Solution;

Sponge with warm water. If

launder. stain remains, apply warm

glycerine (available at drug

With cream: Soak in cold water, then use stores), let stand 30 minutes

the Bleach Solution; launder. and rinse well. Wash as usual.

Coffee and Tea

Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an Same as white and bleachable

absorbent towel and use a spray cleaner. fabrics except launder using

Rinse well, then wash as usual. Old stains: non-chlorine bleach.

Use the Bleach Solution; launder.

Ink, Ballpoint

Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder Launder in warm water. Rinse

in warm water. If color has changed you may well. Bleach with non-chlorine

be able to restore it by treating with ammonia bleach.

or vinegar.

Perspiration

Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as

vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas

which may cause death.

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If Something Goes Wrong

Before you call for service

Problem Possible Causes What to Do

Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a

working outlet.

Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold taps fully on.

Controls are not set properly • Check controls and make sure Cycle knob

is pulled out to an on position.

Lid is open • Close lid and pull Cycle knob out to an on

position.

Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace

tripped/blown fuses or reset breaker. Washer should have

separate outlet.

Washer Won’t Operate

Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure

improperly connected washer is not sitting on it.

• Top of drain outlet should be less than

1m (3 ft.) above floor.

Water Won’t Drain

Control is not set properly • Check water temperature control and adjust.

Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold taps fully on and

or improperly connected make sure hoses are connected to correct

taps.

Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the

stopped up

water connection hoses from the upper back

of the washer. Use a brush or toothpick to

clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect

the hoses and turn the water source back on.

House water heater is not set • Make sure house water heater is delivering

properly water at 48°C.–65°C. (120°F.–150°F.).

Water Temperature

is Incorrect

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Problem Possible Causes What to Do

Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at taps

improperly connected and make sure end of drain hose is correctly

inserted in and secured to drain facility.

Household drain may

•

Check household plumbing. You may need

be clogged to call a plumber.

Constant water pressure to the • Tighten hoses at the taps and turn the water

fill hoses at the water source off after each use.

•

Check condition of the fill hoses; they may

need replacement after 5 years.

Water Leaks

Washer is uneven • Make sure washer is level and firm

to the floor.

Washer load is unbalanced • Push the Cycle knob in to stop the

washer, open the lid and redistribute

the load evenly. Close the lid and restart.

Shipping rod has not been • Remove the shipping rod on the bottom

removed right side of the washer just before sliding

the washer in place. Do not use the washer

with the shipping rod in place.

Water is draining • There will be a gurgling, “sucking” sound

prior to the spin cycle. This is normal and

will stop as soon as the machine goes into

the spin cycle.

Washer is Noisy

The washer normally pauses

between washing steps

Washer Pauses

in Cycle

Incorrect cycle • Make sure the cycle selected matches the

selected load you are washing.

This is normal for some fabrics

Clothes too Wet

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If Something Goes Wrong

Problem Possible Causes What to Do

Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers from

lint collectors.

Washing too long • Wash small loads for a shorter time than

larger loads.

Detergent not dissolving •

For best performance always add detergent

before adding clothes. If you use powdered

detergent, pre-dissolve

detergent in hot water

before adding to washer.

• Try a liquid detergent.

• Use warmer water temperature.

Overloading • Make sure load/water level setting matches

load size.

Too much bleach • Check bleach package for correct amount.

Not enough detergent • Try using more detergent.

Incorrect use of fabric softener • Check fabric softener package for

instructions (see Fabric Softener

Dispenser section).

Lint or Residue

on Clothes

Improper loads • Avoid mixing heavy items (like work

clothes) with light items (like blouses).

• Separate permanent press from

other laundry.

• Try a fabric softener.

Overloading or incorrect • Load your washer so clothes have enough

water level room to move freely.

Incorrect wash and dry cycles • Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric

you are washing (especially for permanent

press loads).

Repeated washing in water • Wash in warm or cold water with plenty

that is too hot of detergent.

Wrinkling

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Problem Possible Causes What to Do

Some fabrics will naturally • Hot water is more likely to cause shrinkage

shrink in the wash than cold water.

• Follow directions on fabric care label.

Shrinkage

Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons, and zippers.

buttons, belt buckles,

• Remove loose items like pins, objects in

zippers, and sharp objects

pockets and sharp buttons.

left in pockets

• Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out.

Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check bleach package instructions for

proper amount.

• Never add undiluted bleach to wash or

allow clothes to come in contact with

undiluted bleach.

Small tears or holes • Repair tears and holes before washing.

present before wash

Chemicals like hair bleach, • Rinse items that may have chemicals

hair dye, permanent wave on them before washing.

solution and toilet bowl cleaners

Permanent press items • While this is not caused by the washer,

naturally fray (especially you can slow the fraying process by

collars and cuffs) washing small permanent press loads

with a higher load/water level setting.

• Avoid washing heavy items (like towels)

with permanent press items.

Snags, Holes, Tears,

Rips, or Excessive

Wear

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If Something Goes Wrong

Problem Possible Causes What to Do

Not enough detergent • Try using more detergent (especially with

(larger loads, heavy soil, larger loads).

and hard water might

• If you live in a hard water area try using

require more detergent)

a water conditioner or install a water

softener.

Water is not hot enough • Make sure water heater is delivering water

at 48°C.–65°C. (120°F.–150°F.).

• Do not use the washer when hot water is

used for other needs (dishes, baths, etc.).

Washer is overloaded • Make sure load/water level setting matches

load size.

Soak time is too short • Soak at least 30 minutes.

Soaking with too little detergent • Use more detergent (especially with

heavy soil).

Detergent is not dissolving • Add detergent as wash basket fills with

water before you load clothes.

To restore grayed clothes, • Put clothes through a wash cycle using hot

try one of the following water. (Check the garment’s manufacturing

care label to see if hot water can be used.)

Add a non-precipitating water softener. Use

2 1⁄2 times more than is recommended

for normal water softening. Do not use

detergent or soap. Allow clothes to go

through a complete cycle. Repeat if

necessary.

• Soak your clothes using a water softener

instead of a soaking agent. Allow clothes

to soak for about 20 minutes.

Grayed Clothes

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