Using Your Washer - Whirlpool WTW4715EW Use And Care Manual

Using Your Washer

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Sort and prepare your laundry
Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object
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can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing
unexpected sounds.
Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature,
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and colorfastness.
Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.
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Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.
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Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing because
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heat can set stains into fabric.
Treat stains promptly.
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Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and
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remove non-washable trim and ornaments.
Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items
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during washing.
Helpful Tips:
When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load
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evenly.
Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when
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washing delicate or small items.
Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers
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from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will
pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.
NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to
avoid damage to your garments.
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2.
Add laundry products
Add a measured of amount of HE
detergent or single-dose laundry
packet into the basket.
If using Oxi-type boosters, color-safe
bleach, or fabric-softener crystals, add
to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.
IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. The
package will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Low-
water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular
non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result
in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It
may also result in component failures and noticeable mold
or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right
amount of suds for the best performance.
NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine
the amount of laundry products to use.