Kenmore 2002 Series, Use & Care Manual

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USING YOUR WASHER
• Emptypockets.Loosechange,buttons,oranysmallobject
can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing
unexpected sounds.
• Sortitemsbyrecommendedcycle,watertemperature,
and colorfastness.
• Separateheavilysoileditemsfromlightlysoiled.
• Separatedelicateitemsfromsturdyfabrics.
• Donotdrygarmentsifstainsremainafterwashing,because
heat can set stains into fabric.
• Treatstainspromptly.
• Closezippers,fastenhooks,tiestringsandsashes,andremove
non-washabletrimandornaments.
• Mendripsandtearstoavoidfurtherdamagetoitems
during washing.
Helpful Tips:
• Whenwashingwater-prooforwater-resistantitems,load
evenly.
• Usemeshgarmentbagstohelpavoidtanglingwhenwashing
delicate or small items.
• Turnknitsinsideouttoavoidpilling.Separatelint-takersfrom
lint-givers.Synthetics,knits,andcorduroyfabricswillpickup
lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.
NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to
avoid damage to your garments.
1.
Sort and prepare your laundry
Add a measured amount of detergent into the bottom of the
washer basket before adding clothes. If using an Oxi or
color-safebleachlaundryboostproduct,addtothebottom
of the washer basket, as well.
IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to
determine the amount of detergent to use.
2.
Add detergent