Using Your Washer - Maytag W10560155B Use And Care Manual

USING YOUR WASHER

1.
Sort and prepare your laundry
• Emptypockets.Loosechange,buttons,oranysmall
object can pass under the washplate and become trapped,
causing unexpected sounds.
• Sortgarmentsbyrecommendedcycle,watertemperature,
and colorfastness.
• Separateheavilysoiledgarmentsfromlightlysoiled.
• Separatedelicategarmentsfromsturdyfabrics.
• Donotdrygarmentsifstainsremainafterwashing,because
heat can set stains into fabric.
• Treatstainspromptly.
• Closezippers,fastenhooks,tiestringsandsashes,and
remove non-washable trim and ornaments.
• Mendripsandtearstoavoidfurtherdamagetogarments
during washing.
Helpful Tips:
• Whenwashingwater-prooforwater-resistantitems,load
evenly. See "Cycle Guide" for tips and more information on
using the Bulky cycle.
• Usemeshgarmentbagstohelpavoidtanglingwhen
washing delicate or small items.
• Turnknitsinsideouttoavoidpilling.Separatelint-takers
from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will
pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.
Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid
damage to your garments.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
2.
Add laundry products
Single-dose laundry packet, color-safe bleach, Oxi-type
booster, or fabric softener crystals can be added to the basket
prior to adding laundry.
NOTE: Do not add clothes to washer basket prior to adding
laundry products. Always follow manufacturer's instructions.
3.
Load laundry into washer
For best performance, load garments
in loose heaps evenly around the
washplate. Try mixing different sized
garments to reduce tangling.
IMPORTANT: Garments need to move
freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.
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