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Problem Possible Causes What to Do
Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers from
lint collectors.
Washing too long • Wash small loads for a shorter time than
larger loads.
Detergent not dissolving •
For best performance always add detergent
before adding clothes. If you use powdered
detergent, pre-dissolve
detergent in hot water
before adding to washer.
• Try a liquid detergent.
• Use warmer water temperature.
Overloading • Make sure load/water level setting matches
load size.
Too much bleach • Check bleach package for correct amount.
Not enough detergent • Try using more detergent.
Incorrect use of fabric softener • Check fabric softener package for
instructions (see Fabric Softener
Dispenser section).
Lint or Residue
on Clothes
Improper loads • Avoid mixing heavy items (like work
clothes) with light items (like blouses).
• Separate permanent press from
other laundry.
• Try a fabric softener.
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
