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Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing. The chart is ranked from longest to
shortest cycle time and wash intensity.
Your washer may not have all these cycles. (Cycles vary by model.)
PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with a regular wash cycle.
COTTONS or WHITES (REGULAR WASH/FAST SPIN) For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play
clothes.
EASY CARE (GENTLE WASH/FAST SPIN) For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
DELICATES (GENTLE WASH/SLOW SPIN) For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil.
DRAIN & SPIN (FAST SPIN) For quickly rinsing chlorine, perspiration, stains, etc., out of clothes.
15 MIN/30 MIN AUTO SOAK For very soiled clothes. Begins with agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then
moves through the rest of the cycle automatically.
2nd RINSE Provides an automatic, second rinse to thoroughly remove detergent or bleach from your clothes.
FABRIC SOFTENER Activates the FABRIC SOFTENER dispenser cycle.
FaQ
Q: What is the difference between Heavy and Light settings?
A: For Cottons, the wash agitation time is increased by 10 minutes and for Easy Care, by 6 1/2 minutes. (Times are
approximate)
Q: What is the difference between Regular and Gentle?
A: Regular means the washer will agitate with normal intensity during the wash cycle. Gentle provides a more gentle
wash and slower speeds.
Q: Which cycle is best for heavily soiled items?
A: Cottons has the greatest wash intensity. This cycle provides the best overall cleaning . Easy Care should be used for
wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
Q: How can I reduce linting?
A: Sort wash loads by fabric type and whether they collect lint (velveteen, corduroy) or produce lint (terry cloth, chenille).
Wash small loads for a shorter amount of time.
Q: How much detergent do I use?
A: For best performance, always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions on usage. Many detergents are
concentrated, so consult the product label and follow the clearly marked lines on the detergent measuring cups.
Excessive detergent can negatively impact the wash performance.
Liquid Bleach Funnel
The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
1
Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
2
n never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
n do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel.
3
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into
the wash basket with your detergent.
n 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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