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Not enough detergent • Always use the recommended amount of
on a consistent basis detergent.
Chlorine bleach may yellow • Use non-chlorine bleach.
some fabrics
Iron or manganese in water may •
Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating
cause yellowing or yellow spots water softener dissolved in water and
non-chlorine bleach.
• Run hot water for 2 minutes to help the
pipes clean out iron buildup.
• Drain your house water heater occasionally.
• To remove spots spread stain area over a pan
of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice
through the stain.
Yellowed Clothes
Incorrect use of fabric softener • Check fabric softener package
for instructions (see Fabric Softener
Dispenser section).
• To remove spots dampen the spots
and rub with undiluted liquid detergent.
Rewash, using chlorine bleach if it is safe
for the fabric.
Blue or Gray Spots
Type of detergent • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand
and follow instructions on package.
Very soft water • Try less detergent.
Too Many Suds
Result of normal wear on • While this is not caused by the washer,
poly-cotton blends you can slow the pilling process by washing
poly-cotton blends inside out.
Pilling
If Something Goes Wrong
Problem Possible Causes What to Do
