Wash loads should be a mixture of small and large items (don't overload - clothes must move freely) that are made of similar fabrics and colors. Make separate loads for whites, bright colors and dark colors. One red sock that isn't colorfast (doesn't retain dye) in the white load could result in a load full of pinks. Fabrics that produce lint (such as terry robes and towels) should be washed separately if the rest of laundry needs to be lint free.
SET Controls
First, adjust the washing machine's water level to match the load size. Second, make the cycle selection. This is the actual washing motion (called agitation) that helps wash clothes better. The normal selection can be used for most clothes, but be sure to adjust the setting for permanent press, delicate or sheer items. Always check the care instructions on clothing before selecting a cycle and water temperature.
SELECT the Right Water Temperature
Hot water is best for whites, items that retain their dyes (colorfast), heavily soiled clothes or greasy stains.
Warm water should be used for permanent press and other 100% man-made fibers, blends of natural and man-made fibers and moderately soiled items. It can also prevent dye loss and reduce wrinkling.
Cold water will help keep most dyes in dark or bright colored clothing from running (provided they are colorfast) and minimize the shrinking of washable woolens.
Cold water is also good for lightly soiled clothing and clothes stained with blood, wine or coffee. (These stains may set if washed in hot or warm water.)
WASH the Clothes
Follow the directions on the back label of 'all'® detergent. Fill the measuring scoop or cap to the fill line using slightly more for really dirty clothes, larger loads, hard water or cold water washes, and slightly less for lightly soiled or small loads. For best results, first turn on the washer, add 'all'® detergent once the water level is rising, then add the laundry before the water fills completely. To give clothes softness and long-lasting freshness, add 'all'® liquid fabric softener to the rinse water during the washer's final cycle. Pour it directly onto the laundry. If there is an automatic fabric softener dispenser, fill with a cap full of fabric softener at the beginning of the wash, then add some fresh water to keep the dispenser clean and to avoid spotting. Or, for soft clothes without static cling, place one 'all'® fabric softener sheet on top of the wet clothes in the dryer. Each sheet is good for one use and should be discarded afterward.
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