Selecting A Cycle And Time; Rinse And Spin; Drain And Spin; Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach - Whirlpool LTE5243DQ Use & Care Manual

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This section d escribes theavailable wash cycles a ndwillhelp
youmake thebest c ycle selections foryour w ash loads. Each
cycle isdesigned fordifferent types offabric andsoil l evels.
• The washer pauses b riefly t hroughout each cycle. These
pauses arenormal. Refer to"Normal Washer Sounds" to
learn more about t hesounds y oumay hear d uring awash
cycle.
• Refer to"Understanding Washer Cycles" tolearn what
happens during a wash cycle.
Permanent
Press
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Cycle Control knob
Normal cycle
The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system and high spin
speeds to shorten drying time.
• Use Heavy, 12 minutes of wash time, to clean sturdily-
constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled.
• Use Regular, 8 minutes of wash time, to clean cotton and
linen fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled.
Super Wash cycle
The Super Wash cycle automatically pre-washes the laundry and
advances into the Normal wash cycle. The washer does not have
to be reset after the Super Wash cycle• Use this 14-minute cycle
when washing heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil
removal.
• For proper cleaning, use double the amount of detergent
recommended for the wash cycle.
Permanent Press cycle
The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system, a
cool-down rinse and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.
• Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and
some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled.
• Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and
some synthetics that are lightly soiled.
Delicate cycle
The Delicate cycle features a reduced agitation speed for gentle
soil removal. Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling.
• Use 8 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and
washable knits that are lightly soiled.
Soak cycle
The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time
to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment.
• Use warm water when soaking. Hot water may set some
stains.
• Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive
recommended by manufacturer•
• The 2-minute Pre-Wash time features high-speed agitation
to help remove heavy soils and stains. Once the Pre-Wash
period ends, add detergent and start a new cycle.
When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing
special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is
needed.
1. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of
the Rinse settings.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer fills to the
selected load size, agitates, drains, and spins•
A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy
fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water.
1. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of
the Spin settings.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer drains, then
spins.
Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use
more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load• Follow manufacturer's
directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid
spilling•
1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.
2. Add bleach to the wash cycle so it can be removed in the
rinse cycle. Pour bleach around the agitator, not directly on
the load.
• Follow directions on the care labels. Do not use chlorine
bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates, or some flame-
retardant fabrics.
• When soaking with chlorine bleach, add detergent to
soak water.
NOTE: Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches• The
damage appears as rips, holes, tears, or color loss and may not
show up until several washings later.
Always dilute fabric softener with V2to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL)
warm water• Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics.
• Add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse.
Fabric softener should not be mixed with other laundry
products. Greasy stains can form. To remove greasy stains,
wet the stain and rub with liquid detergent or a bar of soap.
Rewash.
• Too much fabric softener can make some items (diapers and
towels) nonabsorbent• If this happens, use less fabric
softener, or do not use it every time.