GE WSM2420DWW Use and Care Manual - Page 9

Washer-Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings HOW TO SORT CLOTHES Sort by Surface Texture Separate LINT PRODUCERS-such as terry toweling and chenille-give up lint. LINT COLLECTORS-such as manmade fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy-attract lint. These must be washed separately. For more information on lint control, see the Problem Solver section. Sort by Fabric Separate In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection, it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible. Sort by Soil Separate Sorting Sort by Color Separate For instructions on different fabrics and loads, see the Fabric and Cycle Settings guide. It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing. • Empty pockets, brush out cuffs, zip zippers, and fasten snaps, hooks and buttons. • Do any necessary mending-rips, hems, tears. • Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain. • Remove stains. See Stain Removal Guide. • Turn poly knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage. EXTRA CLEANING (See Tips to Help You Select Washer Settings section for instructions.) See Stain Removal Guide. See Fabric and Cycle Settings guide. See the Problem Solver section. Soaking and Pretreating-a good way to loosen deep soils and stains. A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another way to remove heavy soils, embedded dirt and even some stains. Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or a preliminary step to a complete wash cycle. For detailed information on how to soak in your washer, see How to Soak in Your Washer. FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS, see Other Laundry Products guide. • Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap. For best results, wait 1/2 hour before washing. 9