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Troubleshooting -- Washer (cont.)
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help -
In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Not cleaning or Using too much detergent. The suds from too much detergent can keep washer from
removing stains (cont.) operating correctly. Always measure detergent and follow
Not using correct cycle for fabric type.
Not using dispensers (on some
models).
Not washing like colors together.
Incorrect dispenser Clogged dispenser.
operation (on some
models)
Fabric damage Sharp items were in pockets during
wash cycle.
Strings and straps could have tangled.
Items may have been damaged before
washing.
Fabric damage can occur if load is
tightly packed.
Liquid chlorine bleach may have been
added incorrectly.
Garment care instructions may not
have been followed.
Odors
Monthly maintenance not done as
recommended.
Using too much detergent.
Adding laundry packet incorrectly.Single-dose laundry
packet not dissolving
manufacturer's directions based on load size and soil level.
Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash
temperature to improve cleaning.
Use Heavy cycle for tough cleaning.
Use dispensers to avoid chlorine I_leach and fabric softener
staining.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
Do not add products directly to load.
Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle
is complete to avoid dye transfer.
Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser. Use only
fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser.
Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before
washing to avoid snags and tears.
Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.
Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
Load with dry items only.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Select Deep
Water Wash option for bulky items such as sheets or bedding.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is started.
Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up
bleach spills.
Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than
recommended by manufacturer.
Do not place load items on top of bleach dispenser (on some
models) when loading and unloading washer.
Always read and follow garment manufacturer's care label
instructions.
See "Washer Care" in "Washer/Dryer Maintenance."
Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete.
Be sure to measure correctly. Always follow the manufacturer's
directions.
See "Washer Care" section.
Be sure laundry packet is added to washer basket before
adding clothes. Do not add packet to dispenser. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to your garments.j
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