Whirlpool 3363834 - Manual (Page 20)

Troubleshooting
Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following
list for common laundry problems and the next page for common washer problems. If you
need further assistance, see page 22.
Common problems
PROBLEM CAUSE
Brown, yellow
stains
Dye transfer
Chlorine staining
Iron in water heater or pipes; iron and manganese in water
Improper sorting
Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle
Gray whites,
dingy colours Improper sorting
Water temperature too low
Not enough detergent
Using soap in very hard water (use detergent in hard water)
Greasy looking
spots Fabric softener poured directly on clothes
Not enough detergent, or dispenser not used
Lint Improper sorting
Paper or tissue in pockets
Pilling being mistaken for lint
Not enough detergent
Load too wet
after spin Cold rinses
Cycle stopped before spinning is complete
Shrinking Fabric type (some knits stretch during manufacturing
laundering returns fabric to original size)
Care label directions not followed
Snags, rips,
and holes Items damaged before washing
Misuse of chlorine bleach (do not pour directly on clothes);
dispenser not used
Sharp items not removed from pockets; fasteners not fastened
Stiff, rough
fabrics Using soap in very hard water (use detergent in hard water)
Not enough detergent
Line drying
Twisting/
Tangling Overloading
Clothes wrapped around agitator
Wrinkling Overloading (leave more room for permanent press and knits)
Load not immediately removed from washer after cycle
Warm rinse water
Cycle selection incorrect
Yellow areas
(from body oils) Water temperature too low
Not enough detergent
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