Amana NTC3500FW0 Use And Care Manual page 14

Dispensers
B
Liquid fabric softener dispenser
A
Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric
softener dispenser if desired. It will dispense automatically
at the optimum time.
Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.
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NOTE: The fabric softener dispenser rotates around the
wash basket and may not be in the same spot each time.
B
High Efficiency "HE" powdered detergent dispenser
Add only powdered HE detergent product to this dispenser
for your main wash cycle.
Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
NOTES:
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine
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the amount of detergent to use.
Add liquid HE detergent or single-dose packets
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to the basket prior to adding laundry.
C Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser
This dispenser holds up to ¾ cup (180 mL) liquid chlorine
bleach. The bleach will be automatically diluted and
dispensed at the optimum time during the wash cycle.
This dispenser cannot dilute powdered bleach.
NOTE: Fill dispenser with only liquid bleach.
Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be
marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Low-water washing creates
excessive sudsing with a non-HE detergent. Using non-HE
detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced
rinsing performance. It may also result in component failure and,
over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents should be
low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount
of suds for the best performance. They should hold soil in
suspension so it is not re-deposited onto clean clothes. Not all
detergents labeled as High Efficiency are identical in formulation
and their ability to reduce suds. For example, natural, organic,
or homemade HE detergents may generate a high level of suds.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount
of detergent to use.
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Cycle Guide
This section describes the available wash cycles and will help
you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each
cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.
Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid
damage to your items.
Normal
Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and linens. Wash
combines medium-speed agitation and high-speed spin to
shorten drying time.
Delicate
Use this cycle for lingerie and loosely knit items. Wash combines
low-speed agitation for gentle soil removal, and high-speed spin
to shorten drying time.
Heavy
Use this cycle for sturdy or heavily soiled loads. Wash combines
high-speed agitation and high-speed spin for maximum soil
removal.
Rinse
Use this cycle for additional rinsing of the washer load
or hand-washed items.
Spin
Use this cycle to remove excess water from the washer load
or hand-washed items.
Clean Washer
Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of your
washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level.
Use with affresh Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach
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to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. This cycle should
not be interrupted.
IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the
washer during the Clean Washer cycle. Use this cycle with
an empty washtub.
End-of-Cycle Signal
The End-of-Cycle signal may be turned on and off by pressing
and holding the Cycle "+" button for 3 seconds.