Maytag MAV5257 - Manual (Page 5)

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Chlorine bleach dispenser
The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid
chlorine bleach before it reaches your wash
load. To use, follow these steps:
1. Measure liquid chlorine bleach carefully,
following the instructions on the bottle.
2. Add the bleach to the dispenser before
adding the load. Avoid splashing or over-
filling the dispenser. Wipe up spills.
• Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine
bleach directly onto the load or into the
wash tub. It is a powerful chemical and
can cause fabric damage, such as
tearing or color loss, if not used prop-
erly.
• If you prefer to use color-safe, non-
chlorine bleach, pour it into the wash
tub with your detergent. Do not pour
non-chlorine bleaches into the bleach
dispenser.
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PERATING TIPS
Fabric softener dispenser
This dispenser automatically releases liquid
fabric softener at the proper time during the
cycle. To use, follow these steps:
1. Pour liquid fabric softener into the dis-
penser using the amount recommended
on the package.
2. Add warm water to the dispenser until it
reaches the MAX line. Wipe up spills.
• Do not stop the washer during the first
spin. This will cause the dispenser to
empty too soon.
• Never pour fabric softener directly on
the load. It will leave spots and stains.
• Use the dispenser for liquid fabric sof-
teners only. Clean the area in and
around the dispenser frequently with
hot water, detergent and a soft brush.
Pour liquid fabric softener into cup and dilute
with warm water. Pour liquid chlorine bleach into bleach dis-
penser.
For detailed information on sorting, pretreating stains, etc., see the enclosed Laundry Tips booklet.
Detergent
• Use either liquid or granular laundry
detergent. For best results, be sure
detergent is added to the washer
BEFORE the load and be sure wash
water is above 65˚ F.
• Use the correct amount of detergent for
the load size, soil level and water condi-
tions. Use more detergent if you have
hard water and/or very soiled loads.
If you have soft water or a lightly soiled
load, use less detergent. (See manufac-
turer’s instructions.)
• Wipe up any detergent spills on the
washer.
Add detergent before the load.