Whirlpool TAWM400A Washer User Manual


 
Fiberglass
materials
Knits
Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles could
stick to the next load and cause skin irritation.
Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However, this
means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when
washed (especially bulky knits). Knits made of synthetic fabrics such
as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to keep their original shape more
than a knit made of cotton or ramie.
1.
Close zippers, fasten hooks and eyes to prevent snagging.
2. Wash small loads to reduce pilling and lint.
Pillows, stuffed
toys
Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they are dryer
dried.
1.
Add detergent; partially fill washer with water; agitate until detergent
is dissolved.
2. Place two pillows on opposite sides of the agitator to balance the
load.
3. Allow washer to fill completely and continue through the cycle.
4. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being
washed.
Plastic, rubber
Treat as delicate items. Wash in warm water. Wash small items in a
Items
mesh bag.
Quitts, bedspreads
Do not wash cotton-filled comforters unless they are quilted or
stitched; tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy.
Scatter rugs
1.
Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt.
2. Wash more than one small rug at a time. If you wash only one rug,
add bath towels to balance the load. A larger rug should be distrib-
uted around the agitator to balance the load.
Snowsuits, jackets,
1.
Wash only one or two items at a time. Load evenly around the
etc.
agitator.
2. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being
washed.
3. Two rinses may be necessary.
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