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If Something Goes Wrong
Problem
Possible Causes
What to Do
Improper loads
•
Avoid mixing heavy items (like work
clothes) with light items (like blouses).
•
Separate permanent press from
other laundry.
•
Try a fabric softener (like Downy brand).
Overloading or incorrect
•
Load your washer so clothes have enough
water level
room to move freely.
Incorrect wash and dry cycles
•
Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric
you are washing (especially for permanent
press loads).
Repeated washing in water
•
Wash in warm or cold water with plenty
that is too hot
of detergent.
Wrinkling
Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp
•
Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons, and zippers.
buttons, belt buckles,
•
Remove loose items like pins, objects in
zippers, and sharp objects
pockets and sharp buttons.
left in pockets
•
Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out.
Undiluted chlorine bleach
•
Check bleach package instructions for
proper amount.
•
Never add undiluted bleach to wash or
allow clothes to come in contact with
undiluted bleach.
Small tears or holes
•
Repair tears and holes before washing.
present before wash
Chemicals like hair bleach,
•
Rinse items that may have chemicals
hair dye, permanent wave
on them before washing.
solution and toilet bowl cleaners
Permanent press items
•
While this is not caused by the washer,
naturally fray (especially
you can slow the fraying process by
collars and cuffs)
washing small permanent press loads with
higher water setting.
•
Avoid washing heavy items (like towels)
with permanent press items.
Snags, holes, tears,
rips, or excessive
wear
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