Removing stains, Prewashing or soaking, Stain removal rules – Whirlpool LSE9355BQ0 User Manual

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L A U N D R Y T I P S

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For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest water level setting.

SUPER CAPACITY WASHERS

Heavy Work Clothes
3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
1 coverall
1 overall

Permanent Press
2 double or 1 king size sheet(s)
1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases

Mixed Load
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs

Knits
3 slacks
3 blouses
6 shirts
4 tops
4 dresses

Delicates
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties
1 baby’s dress

Towels
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bathmat

Removing stains

Stained, heavily soiled or greasy items may
need to be prewashed or soaked for best
results. Soaking helps remove protein-type
stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing
helps loosen soil before washing.

Prewashing or soaking

Use warm water for soaking or prewashing
stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.

Stain removal rules

Most stains are easier to remove when they
are fresh. Old or set stains may not come
out. Follow package directions for pretreat-
ment products.

Before treating any stain, find out …

1.

What kind of stain it is.

2.

What kind of fabric it is and if it is colorfast.
(Check label.)

3.

How old the stain is. (Washing and
drying can set some stains.)

Start with cold or warm water. Hot water can
set some stains.

When bleach is recommended, use a bleach
that is safe for the fabric. Dilute chlorine
bleach.

Test stain removers on an inside seam or
hidden corner of the item to see if the color is
removed.

Put the stained area face down on a paper
towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover
to the back of the stain. This can force the
stain off the fabric instead of through it.

Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help
break down some protein stains so they are
easier to remove.

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