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If you experience
Washer dryer not performing as expected (cont.)
Not cleaning or
removing stains
(cont.)
Odors
Fabric damage
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Possible Causes
Not using correct cycle for fabric type.
Not using dispensers.
Dispense cartridge is empty.
Detergent dispenser is not securely in
place.
Not washing like colors together.
Hard water or not enough
detergent used.
Monthly maintenance not done as
recommended.
Not using HE detergent or using too
much HE detergent.
Door not left open after use.
Sharp items were in pockets during
wash cycle.
Strings and straps could have tangled.
Items may have been damaged
before washing.
Fabric damage can occur if washer
dryer is tightly packed.
Fabric damage can occur if washer
dryer door is closed on an item, trap-
ping it between the door glass and the
rubber seal.
Liquid chlorine bleach may have been
added incorrectly.
Solution
Use a higher soil level setting and warmer wash temperature
to improve cleaning.
If using Quick Wash cycle, wash only a few items.
Use Whites and Heavy Duty cycles for tough cleaning.
Add an extra rinse for heavily soiled loads.
Use dispensers to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener
staining.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
On some models: Make sure that the Load & Go bulk dis-
pense
liquid detergent dispenser is not empty.
Avoid overfilling.
Do not add products other than those specified directly to
load.
Fill dispense cartridge to the "MAX" line with HE liquid deter-
gent.
Pull out the dispenser, fill with detergent, and slide it back in
place.
Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle
is complete to avoid dye transfer.
Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or
hard water.
Touch WATER HARDNESS (on some models) to change water
hardness to "hard."
Run the Clean Washer with affresh cycle monthly or every 30
wash cycles. See "Washer Dryer Care" in "Washer Dryer
Maintenance."
Unload washer dryer as soon as cycle is complete. Use the
Fresh Hold/Fresh Spin option if load cannot be removed
immediately after the wash is complete.
Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always
follow the manufacturer's directions.
See "Washer Dryer Care" section.
This washer dryer has a tight seal to avoid water leaks. To
avoid odors, leave the door open to allow the washer to dry
between uses.
Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners be-
fore washing to avoid snags and tears.
Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.
Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
Avoid tightly packing the washer dryer. Load with dry items
only.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
Add only one or two garments after washer dryer has started.
Do not overfill the washer dryer.
Push wash load fully into the washer dryer.
Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up
bleach spills.
Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than
recommended by manufacturer.
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