Haier HLP21N User Manual - Page 21

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1 - PREPARE AND SORT LAUNDRY PREPARE LAUNDRY • Check garment labels for manufacturer's washing instructions. • Empty pockets and turn them inside out. • Remove loose items (pins, bobby pins, coins, rings, earrings, napkins, etc.) from clothes to prevent scratching of the wash basket or clogging the drain pump. • Turn down cuffs and remove any lint or dirt. • Tie strings and sashes so they don't tangle. • Close zippers, snaps and hooks to avoid snagging. • Pretreat all stains and heavily soiled areas. • Turn synthetic and wool knits inside out to avoid pilling. SORT LAUNDRY • Sort laundry by the type of wash cycle required. • Separate light colors from dark colors and colorfast items from non-colorfast items. • Separate heavy duty fabrics from light weight fabrics. • Separate fabrics that attract lint from fabrics that give off lint. • Separate bulky items such as blankets or pillows. STEP 2 - ADD FABRIC CARE PRODUCTS ADD DETERGENT • You may use either liquid or powder detergent in the washer. Follow the detergent use instructions on the container to determine the amount of detergent. It is recommended that you use liquid detergents developed for cold water. NOTE: The proper amount of detergent depends on the size of the load, the soil level of the clothes, and the softness of the water being supplied to the washer. • If you select the Quick Wash cycle, it is recommended that you use a liquid laundry detergent to achieve optimum results. Powdered detergent may not dissolve fast enough to clean well in this cycle. Liquid Detergent NOTE: For best results allow the liquid detergent to mix with the water before adding laundry. 1. Start wash cycle and allow the wash basket to fill with a small amount of water before dispensing liquid detergent. 2. Pour measured liquid detergent directly into the wash basket. 19