Kenmore 796.3146 Series Use & Care Manual page 18

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DETERGENT AND DISPENSER USE
A Word About Detergents
High-Efficiency (HE} detergents produce fewer suds,
dissolve more emciently to improve washing and
rinsing performance, and help to keep the interior of
your washer clean. Using dete_ent that _snot HE may
cause oversudslng and unsatisfactory performance
which could result in error codes, cycle failure, and
machine damage,
Liquid Powdered
Detergent
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detergent using me measurements provided by me
detergent manufacturer,
The normal amount of HE detergent needed, for
average loads, is less than _/2 of the recommended
maximum. Use less detergent for soft water, light soil
or smaller loads. Never use more than the maximum
amount recommended by the detergent
manufacturer.
Designed to use only
High-Emciency (HE) detergent
IMPORTANT:Your washing macNne is designed for use
wlth only High-Efficiency (HE}detergents, HEdetergents
are formulated specifically for High- y washers
and contain suds-reducing agents. Ahvays look for the
HEsymboi when purchasing detergent.
IMPORTANT: Not all detergents are the same. Pay
careful attention to the amount of detergent used to avoid
overusing,
poor rinsing and detergent buildup in clothing,
and residue buildup that can contribute to odors in the
machine. NEVER use a cup or scoop other than the one
supplied by the manufacturer of the detergent "you
are using, Never use more than the maximum amount of
de'rergent recommended by the manufacturer.
Always measure the detergent amount. While HE
detergents are designed for this type of washing
machine, be careful when measuring the detergent. For
most normal loads, no more than _/_ to 1/2 of cap or
scoop of HE detergent should be used.
NOTE: Extra care must be exercised when using 2X and
3X concentrated detergents because even a little bit extra
can contribute to the problems mentioned above.
NOTE: Detergents designated as HE compatible may not
provide optimal results.
Using the Softener and Detergent Dispenser
To add detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to the
automatic dispenser:
Open the dispenser drawer,
Load the laundry products into the
appropriate compartments.
Close the drawer before starting the cycle.
NOTE: it is normal for a small amount of water to
remain in the bleach and softener compartments at the
end of the cycle.
IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry products,
such as detergent, bleach, or liquid fabric softener, on
top of your washer or dryer. Wipe up any spills immedi-
ately, These produ_s can damage the finish and controls.
Using the Liquid Bleach Dispenser
The bleach: dispenser automatically dilutes and dispenses
liquid bleach at the proper time in the wash cycle.
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Check clothing core labels for special instructions.
Measure liquid bleach carefully, following
instructions on the bo_[e. HighLemciency washers
use less water, so less bleach is needed. One half
cup is enough for most loads.
Carefully pour the pre-measured amount of bleach
directly into the bleach dispenser, if you are using
powdered bleach of any kind, pour it dlrect_y into
the tub before adding the laundry. Never add
powdered bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser.
• Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly
onto clothes or into the tub.
• Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach
• Do not place laundry items on top of the bleach
dispenser when loading and unloading the washer.
' Always measure and pour bleach carefully./kxoid overfilling
or splashing w hen,adding b_eoch to the dispenser. The
maximum capacity, of the bteach dispenser is one cup of
bleach per wash cycle, Ove_lHng could result in b_eoch
being dispensed immedlate_y.
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