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Question posted by leeharrison1972 on August 6th, 2023

There's No Setting To Wash Whites When Using Bleach

what setting do I use when needing to wash whites with bleach. There's an area to add bleach but no settings please help.

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Answer #1: Posted by INIMITABLE on August 6th, 2023 2:03 PM
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Specification Sheet - Page 1

...help break down loose soils with Soak 3 Auto Sensor Deep Water Wash-Extra Rinse Extra Rinse 43-3/4" x 27" x 26-1/2" 52" NOTE: Dimensions are for the cycle you need for planning purposes only. Capacity Soaking Cycles Late Lid Lock Quick Wash Cycle Whites...Water Wash option to change without notice. ®/™ © 2020. ft. All rights reserved. Top Load Washer WTW4955H White ...
Owners Manual - Page 3

...wash phase. If you need to open the lid to add a garment after this light is blinking, the washer is done filling, it will remain unlocked during the wash process. During this light is off -balance load. Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer automatically adds... a self-test. Using non-HE detergent will hear water enter the washer as High Efficiency are...
Owners Manual - Page 4

A lighter soil level setting will automatically add more wash time. Select a wash temperature based on some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be cooler than your load. Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. 4 RINSE OPTION Select the option most suitable for your previous washer. ■...
Owners Manual - Page 5

.... RINSE Certain cycles use a spray rinse, which adds water to move the...washer performs different wash actions. When the washer is normal. WASH The washer will fill to the appropriate level for the detected load size and, on select cycles, agitation will remain locked for more than 10 minutes, the washer will come on the load size and the Water Level selection. Once sensing is set...
Owners Manual - Page 6

... that best fits the load being washed. Good Cleaning Gentleness Efficiency† Best Heavily soiled white fabrics Whites Whites with Soak‡ Hot Warm Cool Cold Tap Cold High This cycle, when used with chlorine bleach, improves whitening of soiled white fabrics. ‡To enhance cleaning, select Whites with Soak, which automatically adds about 10 minutes of soak time...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle. NOTE: If you are using fabric softener, be sure to thoroughly clean the inside of the following Rinse Option settings: Auto with Extra Rinse, Deep Water Rinse, or Deep Water with Extra Rinse. **All rinses are needed in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub.
Owners Manual - Page 8

... bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. ■ Turn knits inside out to use. 8 Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. HE detergents are made to the bottom of laundry products to avoid pilling. If using Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric-softener crystals, add to...
Owners Manual - Page 9

... the fabric softener dispenser. Items need to move freely for correct amount of the rim. MAX FILL Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with liquid chlorine bleach. Close the lid and press the START/ PAUSE/CANCEL button again to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 4. 3. Add fabric softener to pause the washer. Load laundry into washer.
Owners Manual - Page 10

...using the fabric softener dispenser. Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer will be longer due to your previous washer provided. Cool is added to help dissolve detergents. IMPORTANT: The Rinse Option knob must be cooler than what your items. Wash...Fabrics Whites and pastels Durable items Heavy soils Bright colors Moderate to the desired setting. ...
Owners Manual - Page 11

... lid open between uses to the washer when following this will need to add one or two missed garments after closing the lid to start the cycle. d. Close the washer lid. IMPORTANT: If lid is opened during the wash portion of the washer. NOTE: This washer does not include inlet hoses. Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively...
Owners Manual - Page 12

... inlet hoses. 2. Disconnect drain hose from original shipping materials back inside washer. Unplug power cord. 5. If moving, or not using your washer for normal wash cycle. 2. Do not attempt to start the cycle. Shut off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due to rinse bleach from drain system and drain any clothing or items. b. Drape...
Owners Manual - Page 14

...adds correct amount of water for loading instructions. Adding water results in washer basket. Both hoses must be turned on. Washer won 't run or fill, washer stops working , or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to be out of a clogged sink or drain pipe. Do not use...: Washer not level. Check that load is set Water Level knob to Deep Water Wash setting. ...
Owners Manual - Page 15

.... Check drain hose for balanced spinning. This washer uses cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than 4.5" (114 mm). Using a cycle with dry items only. 15 Add only one or two additional items after washer has started to inlet valve. Empty pockets and use garment bags for higher water fill, or set Water Level knob to match your garment...
Owners Manual - Page 16

...Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispenser. Set Rinse Option knob to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining. however, items will be not completely covered in water. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of garments being washed. (cont.). Washer not loaded as recommended Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Add only one or two additional...
Owners Manual - Page 17

... if load is complete. Wipe up bleach spills. See the "Cycle Guide" to washer basket before wash cycle. Close the lid. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to Deep Water Wash setting. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Items may have been followed. Use Bulky/Sheets cycle for the fabrics being...
Dimension Guide - Page 1

...walls, doors, and floor moldings. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of 0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides. Top-Loading Automatic Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WTW4900X, WTW5500X, ... WTW4910X, WTW5610X, WTW4800B, WTW4810B, WTW4850B, WTW4850X, WTW4900B, WTW4616F, WTW4816F Washer dimensions 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 14" max...
Dimension Guide - Page 2

... wash tub. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; To order, please see Installation Instructions packed with cable tie. Top of washer. If you will need . Dimensions are for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Top of standpipe must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of laundry...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

..., no more space for ease of wash tub. n A level floor with cable tie. 3 Floor standpipe drain system 4.5" (114 mm) 39" (990 mm) IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need : n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is your Use and Care Guide. Proper installation...
Owners Manual - Page 3

... Guide for more liquid chlorine bleach than is recommended above could cause washer damage over time. Washer Care Recommendations to rinse cleaner from washer. 2. Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of odor-causing residue. Always leave the washer lid open to the washer when following this cycle with...
Owners Manual - Page 6

... code mentioned herein will need . Do not use an extension cord. A...need a sump pump system. Secure drain hose with spacing of 0″ (0 mm) clearance on all sides of wash...washer is recommended. Drain System Drain system can result in the "Floor standpipe drain system" section. Electrical Requirements WARNING Minimum diameter for online ordering information. Add spacing of laundry...

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  • How to get the best performance from my washer - Cabrio® HE washer with Dispensers in Corners
    ... Use this cycle is not cleaning laundry - Use the Bulky Items cycle for the best cleaning and shortened dry times. This short cycle combines high-speed wash action and high-speed spin for comforters, sleeping bags and blankets. Delicate/Handwash Use this cycle.  Lower soil level settings help reduce tangling and wrinkling. Higher soil level settings help...
  • How often should I use Affresh washer cleaner?
    ... do one load of odor-causing residue. here Affresh washer cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach - Yes. The less you use Affresh™ tablets once a month? HE washers Using Affresh washer cleaner? washer cleaner packaging says to use your washer, the higher the potential for the buildup of laundry a week, do I still need to use once a month.  The Affresh™
  • Damaged Clothing - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer
    Were you properly add the liquid chlorine bleach? Were sharp items removed from pockets before washing. Garments tend to tangle and twist when you are washing loads of one or two items when the Sensing light is followed by medium wash action and low spin speeds to use in my washer? Cycles such as rips...

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