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Wash Cycle³Cycle Selector .nob
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your items. The chart is ranked from greatest to least
wash intensity.
Your washer may not have all these cycles. (Cycles vary by model.)
:+,7(6 For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play items.
5(*8/$5:$6+)$6763,1
&2/256 For non-colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash.
5(*8/$5:$6+)$6763,1
3(50$1(1735(66 For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
38/6(':$6+)$6763,1
5,16(62$. For rinsing chlorine, perspiration, stains, etc., out of items. (Followed by '5$,1)$6763,1.
'5$,163,1 For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. )$6763,1
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Liquid Bleach Funnel
The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
1
Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
2
Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash
basket.
Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
3
Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel.
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into
the wash basket with your detergent.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust
remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between Heavy and Light settings?
$ For Whites and Colors, the wash agitation time is increased by 6 minutes and for Permanent Press, by 12 minutes.
(Times are approximate)
Q: What is the difference between Regular and Pulsed?
$ Regular means the washer will continuously agitate during the wash cycle. Pulsed provides a more gentle wash
cycle by including pause periods during the wash cycle.
4 Which cycle is best for heavily soiled items?
$ Whites or Colors cycles have the greatest wash intensity. This cycle provides the best overall cleaning . Permanent
Press should be used for wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
Q: How can I reduce linting?
$ Sort wash loads by fabric type and whether they collect lint (velveteen, corduroy) or produce lint (terry cloth, chenille).
Wash small loads for a shorter amount of time.
Q: How much detergent do I use?
$For best performance, always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions on usage. Many detergents are
concentrated, so consult the product label and follow the clearly marked lines on the detergent measuring cups.
Excessive detergent can negatively impact the wash performance.
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