Kenmore 4811 Use and Care Guide - Page 6

( Washing Procedures Con't . Select the cycle, tempera ture, spin speed, options and features according to type, size, and soil level of each load. Start the washer. (SeeOperating Instructions for your specific model.) . Remove items when the cycle is completed. Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric care label. Excesswrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in the washer after the cycle has ended. . General Precautions • If the dispenser drawer is opened during operation, the washer will shut off. Slowly close the dispenser drawer, and press START to continue • Do notslam the washerdoorclosedortry to force the dooropen when DOOR LOCK light is on. This could result in damage to the washer. • DO NOTleave the washer door open. An open door could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. Note: If there are no small children present, leavethe door ajar to prevent odor build up and to improve venting of the unit. • To avoid damaging the washer and personal injury, DO NOT hang on or lean against the washer door. • Do not place detergent, bleach or fabric softener containers on top of the washer. They can damage the finish or controls. Do not store or place laundry products on top of washer at any time. They can damage the finish or controls. chlorine Do not use or mix liquid bleach with other household chemicals removers, ammonia. such as toilet cleaners, rust acid or products containing These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which serious injury or death. can cause \ \ / Follow fabric care label instructions. Stain Removal Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injuryto persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below: • Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products. • Keep stain removal products in their original labeled containers and out of children's reach. • Thoroughly wash any utensil used. • Do not combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous fumes may result. • Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. • Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, inside the home. Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks. For successful stain removal: • Remove stains promptly. • Determine the kind of stain, then followthe recommended treatment in the stain removal chart below. • Topretreatstains, useaprewashproduct, liquiddetergent, orapastemade from granular detergent and water. • Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains. • Check care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics. • Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam. • Rinse and wash items after stain removal.