User's Manual

Problem Solving Guide (Cont.)

Problem Remedy Prevention

Improper use of chlorine bleach. There is no solutiononce this type of damage Always measure bleach. Dilute measured

has occurred. _leachin at least one quart of water before

adding to washer. Do not pour bleach directly

onto clothes.

Too little water in washer or too large a load. Load washer so items will movefreely during

agitation, and select correct water level for

load.

Are pins or sharp objects left on garments or Remove all pins; check pockets of all gar-

in pockets? ments before you put them in the washer.

Also, check wash tub for any objects.

Are snap,hooks,zippers,sharp buttons,buck- Fastenhooks, snaps andbuttons;zip zippers.

ies closed? Remove sharp objects and buckles. This pro-

cedure isvery importantwhen you wash knits,

which can snag easily. Place sheer garments

in a mesh bag before placing in washer.

Is the damage from chemicals such as hair Immediately andthoroughly rinse towels and

_reparations (bleach, dye, home permanent other articles which havecome in contactwith

solution)or battery acid, and sometoilet bowl these chemicals before you put them in the

cleaners? washer. Avoid contaminating items of cloth-

mg with such chemicals.

Isdamage caused by treatment by manufac- This deterioration can be slowed by washing

turer? Collars and cuffs of permanent press small permanent press loads with a SUPER

items fray. (Because the permanent press water level. Do not wash heavy items, such

process weakens the fibers). This problem is as towels, with permanent press. When pos-

not caused by the washer, sible remove collar stays.

Were there undetected holes or defects? Check garments carefully before loading

Small,unnoticedholes,tears,or rippedseams washer. Mend all rips and tears.

may enlarge during washing. Manufacturing

defects unnoticed at purchase may appear

after washing.

Was REGULAR agitation speed used for Refertogarmentmanufacturer'scareinstruc-

delicate fabrics? tions. If in doubt, use GENTLE agitation.

Are garments weakened by aging, sun or Thisisaninevitableprocessandisnotcaused

atmosphere? by the washer. You may slow down the pro-

cess by use of GENTLE agitation.

Isthere roughness or burrs on agitator due to Examine agitator for roughness or burrs, and

damage incurred by heavy belt buckles,etc.? smooth by filing, if necessary.