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Using laundry aids
Follow package instructions when using laundry
l Do not judge the amount of detergent to use
aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 12, for
by the amount of suds in the machine. Low
more information.)
sudsing detergents do not create as many
suds as normal sudsing detergents.
l If the recommended amount of normal
Chlorine bleach
l Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one.
sudsing detergent creates too many suds or
l If your washer does not have a bleach
suds are present in the rinse water, try a low
dispenser:
sudsing detergent.
1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating
the load.
Fabric softeners
2. Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart (1 L)
of water.
3. Pour bleach around agitator, not
directly on load.
l If your washer does not have a fabric softener
dispenser, add diluted fabric softener only in
the final rinse.
l Follow directions on care labels. Do not use
chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex,
ac-
etates or some flame-retardant fabrics.
l Measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use
more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Add
bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in
the rinse cycle.
l 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.
All-fabric bleach
l Powdered or liquid all-fabric bleach may be
used on all types of fabrics.
l Do not use all-fabric bleach in the bleach
dispenser because it may clog.
Detergent
l Using too little detergent is a common cause
of laundry problems. Follow manufacturer’s
directions. Measure accurately, especially
when using ultra detergents. Package
directions are usually based on:
-moderate water hardness (4-6 grains)
-lightly soiled items
-normal mix loads.
l Use more detergent for:
-hard water
l Always dilute fabric softeners with l/z to 1 cup
(125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric
softener can stain fabrics.
l Fabric softeners should not be mixed with
other laundry products because greasy stains
may form. If stains form, remove by wetting
the stain and rubbing with liquid detergent or
a bar of soap. Rewash the stained item.
l Too much fabric softener can make some
items (diapers and towels) non-absorbent. If
this happens, use less fabric softener or do
not use it every time.
Flre or Explosion Hazard
l Store flammable solvents or liquids away
from your washer.
l Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should not
be put directly into your washer.
l Items treated with solvents should be
rinsed and air dried before washing in you
washer.
The fumes from these substances can
create a fire hazard or explosion.
-cooler wash water
-full loads
-heavily soiled items.
Personal Injury Hazard
l Never use chlorine bleach with ammonia
or acids. Hazardous fumes can form.
l Keep stain removal products out of the
reach of children . . .
preferably in a locked
cabinet.
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