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WASH/RINSE TEMP CONTROL
Select a wash and rinse water tempera-
ture setting based on the type of load
you are washing.
• The WASH/RINSE TEMP Control
adjusts the temperature of the wash
and rinse water.
HOT _ COLD
WARM Iol WARM
WARM /I o I COLD
COLD_j) COLD
• Warm rinse water will leave loads
dryer after the spin cycle than if you
use cold rinse wateE However, warm
rinses may increase wrinkling when
line drying.
• In cold climates, warm rinse water
also provides a more comfortable
temperature for handling the wash load.
SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURES
Wash Water
Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments
HOT • Work clothes • Best cleaning for heavily soiIed items
111 °F (44°C) • Sturdy whites/ • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils
or above colorfast pasteis and stains
• Diapers • Prevents graying or yellowing
WARM • Dark/non-colorfast colors • Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items
90°-110°F • Permanent press items • Safe for most fabric finishes
(32°-43°C) • Nylon, polyester, acrylics, • Less fading and dye bleeding
silks, woolens • Reduces wrinkling
• Knits/delicate fabrics
COLD* • Extra-sensitive colors • Best for very lightly soiled items
70°-90°F • Non-coIorfast items • Saves hot water
(21°-32°C) • Hand washables
in wash water temperatures coIder than 70°F (21°C), detergents do not dissolve well. Also,
soils may be difficult to remove and some fabdcs may retain wear wrinkles and have increased
pilling - the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments. Pilling is the natural
result of wearing and washing of garments.
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