Whirlpool WFW5090JW Owners Manual - Page 8
Using the Dispenser Drawer, Choosing the Right Detergent
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Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a non-HE detergent. Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component malfunction and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. They should hold soil in suspension so it is not redeposited onto clean clothes. Not all detergents labeled as High Efficiency are identical in formulation and their ability to reduce suds. For example, natural, organic, or homemade HE detergents may generate a high level of suds. Always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use. Using the Dispenser Drawer 1. Open the dispenser drawer. 2. Add laundry products as described in steps 4-6 in the "Using Your Washer" section. 3. Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Make sure it is completely closed. NOTE: A small amount of water may remain in the dispensers from the previous wash cycle. This is normal. IMPORTANT: Do not use chlorine bleach in this washer. Adding HE detergent to dispenser Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. About Detergent Concentration Today's liquid HE detergents are concentrated. Most brands of concentrated HE detergent will show the level of concentration on the bottle. However, if the detergent bottle does not give the concentration, it can be easily calculated. Just divide the package size in fluid ounces by the number of loads. Then refer to the chart below to find the concentration. If you do not get your desired cleaning results, try using a lower concentration number. If you have excess suds, try using a higher concentration number. Concentration 2X 3X 4X 5X 6X Number of ounces ÷ number of loads 1.5-2.49 (44.4 ml-73.6 ml) 0.9-1.49 (26.6 ml-44.1 ml) 0.7-0.89 (20.7 ml-26.3 ml) 0.5-0.69 (14.8 ml-20.4 ml) 0.3-0.49 (8.9 ml-14.5 ml) HE detergent compartment Pour a measured amount of HE detergent into detergent compartment. Do not overfill; adding too much detergent may cause detergent to be dispensed into the washer too early. IMPORTANT: n Do not add single-dose laundry packet to dispenser drawer. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. n Use powdered detergent when using the Delay Wash option. Liquid detergent may seep out before the wash begins. Adding the proper amount of detergent n Only use detergent manufacturer's recommended quantity of detergent (HE liquid or HE powder). n If the PreWash option is selected, split the detergent dose between the Prewash and Main Wash compartments. 8