LG WM2240CW Owner's Manual - Page 17

H O W TO U S E SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include instructions for proper care. Fabric Care Labels • Large items should not be more than half of the total wash load. • The drum should not be tightly packed with items. The door of the washer should close easily. • To prevent an out-of-balance load, do not wash single items. Add one or two similar items to the load. Large, bulky items, such as a blanket, comforter, or bedspread should be washed individually. • Do not wash or spin waterproof clothes. • When unloading the washer, check under the door seal for small items. NOTE: The front loading washer rotates the wet laundry to wash it with less water. If you do not see the water during washing, it is not a problem because the laundry is sufficiently wet. Grouping Similar Items For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle. Different fabrics have different care requirements. Always wash dark colors separately from light colors and whites to prevent discoloration. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled ones. The chart below shows recommended groupings. Sort Laundry...by Colors Whites Lights Darks by Soil Heavy Normal Light by Fabric Delicates Easy Care Sturdy by Lint Lint Producer Lint Collector Loading the Washer • Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Items such as clips, matches, pens, coins, and keys can damage both your washer and your clothes. • Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to prevent these items from snagging or tangling on other clothes. • Pre-treat heavily stained areas for best results. • Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. 18