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Question posted by dkiemeyer on July 28th, 2012

Use 1 Tsp. Of Tide He Soap For Large Load; Have Water Soft. Cant Get Soap Out

I've taken laundry to the laundromat and it's taken 4 washings (with no soap) to get all the soap out of one load of clothes.

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Answer #1: Posted by Anonymous-70867 on August 16th, 2012 3:17 AM

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It's concentrated and I've been having the same problem since Tide was changed. I also have soft water and even when the clothes are rinsed they feel like they have a film on them, unlike before the formula was changed.If I used the recommended anount on the box I would never get the clothes rinsed properly in my front load:(

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... clearances for installation with spacing of wash tub. For complete details, see ...28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer to reduce noise transfer. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal.... except for planning purposes only. Top-Loading Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Select method you will need a sump pump system. See "Washer Care" in your Use and Care Guide for installation with water and load... n A level floor with beaded tie strap. 3 Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in low temperatures. If a closet ...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... snug. Screw coupling by hand until it is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to a cold water faucet, you must use old hoses. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are only connecting to washer correctly. 7. See "Tools and Parts". NOTE: Both hoses must be attached...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... Instructions. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. q Check that all parts are on. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that you have all packaging materials. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Check that water faucets are...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... "High Efficiency." Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of your load or allows time for clothes to determine the correct water level for the best performance. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to use. The package will find...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... your laundry load. This is not covered with certain cycles. 3 EXTRA RINSE This option can be used with ...loads, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric. • Warm and hot water may be cooler than diluting detergent as the washer rinses and moves the load. Turn the knob to work with water. See "Cycle Guide" for your load more wash time, if needed . Select a wash...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... -iron fabrics such as jackets and small comforters. Use this cycle to wash loads of the washer fresh and clean. Use this cycle to wash large items such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends. Use this cycle for best results. default is high. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. Use once a month to resume the cycle.

Owners Manual - Page 6

... washing. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around basket wall. load them in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to your laundry 2. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Load laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...Use only High Efficiency detergents. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. It may cause detergent to be selected to determine the amount of suds for correct amount of the washer basket before adding clothes... based on the washer. 7. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to use. Pour a measured...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...may wish to filling. 8. Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics Hot Some cold water is delayed for more than 10 minutes, water will be turned off, if desired. Warm Some cold water will be added, so ...START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button to check for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. These can be cooler than your previous washer provided. This will be lit. Unlocking the lid to ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... pulling out. 3. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will not freeze. To keep washer interior odor-free, follow these steps: 1. Wash in your clothes. Select CLEAN WASHER with warm water. 5. If cycle must be interrupted, press...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... towels into basket opening. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 10 TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Unplug...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... sink or drainpipe. See "Level the Washer" in less cleaning. 11 Load could fall between basket and tub or may block pump. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/help for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Unbalanced loading can back up out of alignment...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...has started. Do not use HE detergent. Washer will pause during certain phases of the spins. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that the washer was unable to fill ...water flow. To remove suds, cancel cycle. Check that inlet valve screens have water flowing to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that may be turned on your load...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Inlet valve screens on . Check drain hose for loading recommendations. Remove any kinks in the basket. Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. Energy Star washers use garment bags for your load. Both hot and cold water faucets must be attached and have been caught in the inlet hose. The suds from...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... assistance and to the selected cycle. Use only HE detergent. Load garments in less effective cleaning. Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer has started. Not using dispensers. Avoid overfilling. however, items will be wetter than those using too much HE detergent. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... Locked light is started. Use only HE detergent. Be sure to assure proper dispensing. Close the lid. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. 15 This...washer is flashing. Using wrong or too much detergent. The lid is complete. Run the Clean Washer cycle with low water pressure may not have been Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load....

Owners Manual - Page 16

... it is used for other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. Write down the following information about your home. 7. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED ... your authorized Whirlpool dealer to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air lters or water lters. Proof of your major appliance is required to obtain service under this limitation may...

Energy Guide - Page 1

... gas water heater) Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash loads a week and a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062920) Clothes Washer...

Warranty - Page 1

...not apply to you ever need it was purchased. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase...Whirlpool") will need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the Use & Care Guide. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking...water filters. You can be provided by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not ...

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