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PROBLEM
SNAGS, HOLES
TEARS, MPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
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HEAVILY SOEED
AREAS such as
WASHER WON'T
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Small, unnoticd tears may etiarge during washing process. Check garmeuts before
washing and mend all rips and tears.
Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids md
toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels md other articles that
came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not
contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals.
As Permanent Press garments age, they may show fraying at collars ad cuffs. This is
by washer. You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with
a High 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.
Use fiits~elicates Fabric Care program, Refer to Garment Mmufacturer's Care
Labels.
Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere, This is inevitable and is not caused
by washer.
Too large loads, or too little water. Load washer only with number of items that will
move freely. Select correct water level.
Pretreat with liquid detergent. Use SUPERCYCLE, see Tips to Help You Select
Settings section.
Make sure cord is plugged into outlet,
* Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.
Make sure lid is closed. Washer will fdl but will not spin or agitaw with Bd open.
outlet, remove it. Washer should have separate outlet.
Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and
hot to hot, cold to cold.
hoses from water valve. C1ean the screens aad rei~stil hoses,
* Make sure drain hose is not kinked.
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