Whirlpool WGT4027EW Use & Care Guide - Page 21

Troubleshooting - Washer (cont.) First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Not cleaning or Using too much detergent. removing stains (cont.) Not using correct cycle for fabric type. The suds from too much detergent can keep washer from operating correctly. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer's directions based on load size and soil level. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to improve cleaning. Use Heavy cycle for tough cleaning. Not using dispensers (on some models). Use dispensers to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. Do not add products directly to load. Not washing like colors together. Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle is complete to avoid dye transfer. Incorrect dispenser operation (on some models) Clogged dispenser. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser. Use only fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. Fabric damage Sharp items were in pockets during wash cycle. Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before washing to avoid snags and tears. Odors Single-dose laundry packet not dissolving Strings and straps could have tangled. Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load. Items may have been damaged before Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing. washing. Fabric damage can occur if load is tightly packed. Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Load with dry items only. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Select Deep Water Wash option for bulky items such as sheets or bedding. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is started. Liquid chlorine bleach may have been Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up added incorrectly. bleach spills. Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than recommended by manufacturer. Do not place load items on top of bleach dispenser (on some models) when loading and unloading washer. Garment care instructions may not have been followed. Monthly maintenance not done as recommended. Always read and follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions. See "Washer Care" in "Washer/Dryer Maintenance." Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete. Using too much detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always follow the manufacturer's directions. See "Washer Care" section. Adding laundry packet incorrectly. Be sure laundry packet is added to washer basket before adding clothes. Do not add packet to dispenser. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to your garments. 21