Hotpoint WLW5700B Use And Care Manual page 24

The Problem Solver
PROBLEM
SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS, WPS
OR EXCESSIVE
WEAR
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HEAVILY SOILED
AREAS such as
collars and cuffs
WASHER WON'T
OPERATE
WATER
IS INCORRE~
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
As Permanent Press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This is
normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process. It is not caused by
washer. You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a Full
Water Level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press. Remove
collar stays, when possible.
Roughness or burrs on agitator "may cause rips or tears. Check agitator and file rough
spots if necessary.
. May be caused by use of Cottons Fabric Care Programs for delicate articles. Use
Knits or Delicates or Silks or Woolens Programs. Refer to Garment Manufacturers'
Care Labels.
Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere. This is inevitable and is not caused
by washer. Slow process by washing on Fabric Care Program which has a Gentle Spin.
See page 4.
move freely. Select correct water level.
Make sure cord is plu~ed into oudet.
Make sure both hot md cold faucets are turned on.
circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical
and m-ted co~tly.
faucets.. hot to hot, cold to coId.
Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove idet hoses from
water valve. Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.
Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140° to 150°F.
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