Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL washers are easy to
use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of
trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your washer properly and safely. Please read it
carefully. Also, please complete and mail in the Ownership Registration Card provided with
your appliance. The card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service on
your appliance, you need to know your
complete model number and serial number.
You can find this information on the model
and serial number plate (see diagram on
page 4 for location of plate).
Please also record the purchase date of
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
address, and telephone number.
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number _________________________
Serial Number _________________________
Purchase Date _________________________
Dealer Name __________________________
Dealer Address ________________________
Dealer Phone __________________________
In the U.S.A., call our Consumer
Assistance Center toll-free.
1-800-253-1301
In Canada, contact your dealer, or nearest Inglis Limited
Appliance Service Branch.
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Washer Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety statements
under warning symbols. Please pay special
attention to these symbols and follow any
instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the symbol.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This symbol alerts you to
hazards such as fire,
electrical shock, or
other injuries.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
•Read all instructions before using
the washer.
•Do not wash articles that have
been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted
with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, other flammable, or
explosive substances as they
give off vapors that could ignite
or explode.
•Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable, or
explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give
off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
•Under certain conditions, hydro-
gen gas may be produced in a
hot water system that has not
been used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has
not been used for such a period,
before using a washing machine,
turn on all hot water faucets and
let the water flow from each for
several minutes. This will release
any accumulated hydrogen gas.
As the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame
during this time.
•Do not allow children to play on
or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary
when the washer is used near
children.
•Before the washer is removed
from service or discarded, remove the door.
•Do not reach into the washer if
the tub or agitator is moving.
•Do not install or store the washer
where it will be exposed to the
weather.
•Do not tamper with controls.
•Do not repair or replace any part
of the washer or attempt any
servicing unless specifically
recommended in this Use and
Care Guide or in published
user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to
carry out.
•See Installation Instructions for
grounding requirements.
– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
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Parts and Features
The parts and features of your washer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all
parts and features before using your washer. Page references are included next to some
features. Refer to those pages for more information about the features.
Water temperature
selector
(p. 6)
Cycle control knob
Load size
selector
(p. 6)
Heavy Duty • Large Capacity Heavy Duty • Large Capacity
Medium
Medium
Small
Small
Load SizeLoad Size
Permanent
Normal
Normal
Press
Spin
Spin
Light
Light
Off
Rinse
Normal
Normal
8
4
PausePause
Cool
6
6
Down
Warm
On
Off
Cold
Cold
Hot
Cold
Cold
Large
Large
WashWash
Extra RinseExtra Rinse
RinseRinse
Except Hand WashablesExcept Hand Washables
Temperature
7 Cycle - 1 Speed
Regular
12
12
Heavy
Rinse
f
f
f
f
O
O
Spin
Pull StartPull Start
4
4
Push StopPush Stop
f
f
f
f
O
O
Pre - Wash
8
Soak
20
20
Short
f
f
f
f
O
O
Spin
Spin
Rinse
Soak
Liquid chlorine
bleach dispenser
Model and serial
(pp. 6-8)
(p. 10)
number plate
(under lid)
Basket
Tub
MAGIC CLEAN*
lint filter
(bottom of washer basket)
(p. 9)
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Operating Your Washer
To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section
gives you this important information. Page references are included for more information.
wWARNING
Explosion Hazard
Never place items in the washer that
are dampened with gasoline or
other flammable fluids.
Do not wash or dry items soiled with
vegetable or cooking oils because
they may contain some oil after
laundering.
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Starting your washer
1. Add measured detergent to the
washer. Then place a sorted load of
clothes in the washer.
• Sort and load clothes as described on
pages 12 and 13.
• If desired, you may also add color safe
bleach or extra detergent for the Super
Wash cycle.
2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, pour
measured liquid chlorine bleach into
the bleach dispenser. (See page 10.)
• Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the
bleach dispenser.
3. Close the washer lid.
wWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death or electrical
shock.
Liquid chlorine
bleach dispenser
continued on next page
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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
4. Turn the Load Size selector to the
setting that corresponds with the size
of your wash load and the type of
fabric being washed.
• The Load Size Selector has three load
size settings: small, medium, and large.
• To change the load size setting after the
washer has started to fill, turn the
Selector to the desired new setting.
5. Select a wash-rinse temperature with
the Water Temperature selector. Match
the water temperatures with the type
of fabric and soils being washed.
• See page 14 for water temperature
guidelines.
• Three wash-rinse temperatures are
available: hot-cold, warm-cold, and
cold-cold.
6. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and
turn it clockwise to the wash cycle
you want.
Medium
SmallLarge
Load Size
Warm
Cold
Cold
Temperature
Cold
Wash
Rinse
Hot
Cold
7. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to
start the washer.
8. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add
measured liquid fabric softener to the
rinse water. See page 10.
Stopping/restarting your washer
• To stop the washer at any time, push in
the Cycle Control Knob.
• To restart the washer, close the lid (if open)
and pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Selecting a cycle and time
This section illustrates and describes the
wash cycles you can select with the Cycle
Control Knob. Use this information to help
you make the best cycle selections for your
wash loads. Each cycle is designed for
different types of fabrics and soil levels.
• The washer pauses briefly throughout
each cycle. These pauses are normal for
washer operation.
• Refer to page 8 to learn more about the
sounds you may hear during a wash cycle.
• Refer to page 9 to help you understand
what happens during a wash cycle.
Super Wash cycle
The Super Wash cycle (18 minutes) features
an extended wash time
for washing heavily
soiled loads that need
Super Wash
18
maximum soil removal.
For improved cleaning,
use two times the
amount of detergent
recommended for a wash cycle.
Normal cycle
The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash
system, and high
Spin
Normal
Regular
Heavy
Rinse
Off
agitation and spin
10
14
speeds to shorten
drying time. Use this
cycle for cleaning
cotton and linen
fabrics. Select 10
(Regular) or 14 (Heavy) minutes of wash
time, depending on whether your load is
moderately or heavily soiled.
Permanent Press cycle
The Permanent Press cycle features the
Permanent
Regular
Press
Light
10
6
Pause
Cool
Down
Rinse
Spin
Off
Select 6 (Light) or 10 (Regular) minutes of
wash time, depending on whether your wash
load is lightly or moderately soiled.
Gentle Wash system, a
cool-down rinse, and
low spin speeds to
reduce wrinkling. Use
this cycle for cleaning
permanent press and
some synthetic fabrics.
Delicates cycle
The Delicates cycle features a reduced
agitation speed for
gentle soil removal.
Low spin speeds
reduce wrinkling. Use
6
Rinse
Spin
Off
Delicates
6 minutes of wash time
for cleaning lightly to
moderately soiled
delicate items and washable knits.
Soak cycle
The Soak cycle features brief periods of
agitation and soak time
to help remove heavy
soils and stains that
need pretreatment.
• Use warm water
when soaking laundry.
Hot water can set
Pre-Wash
Off
Spin
4
20
Soak
stains. See pages 16 to 18 for stain removal
information.
• Use the amount of detergent or pre-
soak additive recommended by the
manufacturer.
• After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent
and set a new wash cycle.
Pre-Wash cycle
The 4-minute Pre-Wash cycle features high-
speed agitation to help
remove heavy soils
and stains that need
pretreatment. Once the
Pre-Wash period ends,
add detergent and start
a new wash cycle.
Pre-Wash
Off
Soak
4
20
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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Using rinse and spin
When using extra detergent for heavily
soiled clothes, or washing special-care
items, you may find an extra rinse and spin
is needed.
1. For an additional rinse, push in the Cycle
Control Knob and turn clockwise to Rinse,
as illustrated.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The
washer fills to selected load size,
agitates, drains, and spins.
Using drain and spin
A drain and spin may help shorten drying
times for some heavy fabrics or special-care
items by removing excess water.
1. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn
clockwise to Spin, as illustrated.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The
washer drains, then spins.
Regular
Heavy
Super Wash
Pre-Wash
Regular
Heavy
Super Wash
Pre-Wash
Normal
Normal
Off
10
14
18
Off
Spin
4
Rinse
20
Spin
Soak
10
14
18
Off
Spin
4
Soak
Off
Spin
Rinse
Off
Rinse
20
Spin
Off
10
10
6
Pause
Off
6
Regular
Light
6
Pause
Cool
Off
6
Light
Cool
Down
Rinse
Spin
Delicates
Down
Rinse
Spin
Delicates
Press
Pull Start
Push Stop
Permanent
Press
Pull Start
Push Stop
Permanent
Regular
Spin
Rinse
Understanding normal washer sounds
Your new washer may make sounds that
your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are
unfamiliar, you may be concerned about
them. Don’t be; most of them are normal.
The following describes some of the
sounds you may hear and what causes
them.
During washing
When you select a small load size setting for
a small wash load, the water level in your
washer is lower. With this lower water level,
you may hear a clicking sound from the
upper portion of the agitator.
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During drain
The rate that water is drained from your
washer depends on your installation. If water
is drained quickly from the washer, you may
hear air being pulled through the pump. This
happens during the end of draining.
After drain and before spin
When the cycle changes from draining to
spinning, you may hear gears engaging.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Understanding what happens in each cycle
When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a
number and pulled out, the washer fills (to
the selected load size) before agitation and
timing start. The washer begins agitating
immediately after filling; agitation occurs
with the washer lid up or down.
During agitation, the XTRA ROLL ACTION*
agitator creates a
continuous
rollover action
that provides
a thorough
cleaning of the
wash load.
After agitation starts, the Cycle Control Knob
turns clockwise until it points to an OFF area
and the cycle ends.
NOTES:
• The washer pauses briefly throughout
each cycle. These pauses are normal for
washer operation.
• A Gentle Wash system helps protect your
fabrics by reducing wash agitation speed
during the last few minutes of wash
agitation in the Normal and Permanent
Press cycles.
WASH
Fill
▼
Wash selected time
▼
†
Drain
no agitation
†
The Permanent Press cycle partially
drains, fills, agitates briefly, and drains.
▼
Spin
▼
MAGIC CLEAN* lint filter
The lint filter at the bottom of the washer
basket cleans itself. During agitation, wash
and rinse water passes over the filter,
separating the lint from the water. The lint is
then spun away from the filter and out of the
system during the spin part of the cycle.
If your washer drains into a tub, remove
any lint collected in the tub or strainer.
MAGIC CLEAN
lint filter
RINSE
Fill
▼
Rinse
▼
Drain
no agitation
▼
Spin-spray rinse
▼
Spin
▼
Off
Basket
interior
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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Adding liquid chlorine bleach
Use your washer’s liquid chlorine bleach
dispenser to add bleach to the wash load.
Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do
not guess. Never use more than 1 cup
(250 mL) for a full load. Use less with lower
water level settings. Follow manufacturer’s
directions for safe use. Use a cup with a
pouring spout to avoid spilling.
1. Load the washer.
2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully
into the dispenser. Do not let bleach
splash, drip, or run down into washer
basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any
fabric it touches.
3. Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted
automatically during wash part of cycle.
NOTE: Do not use this dispenser to add
powdered chlorine or color safe bleach to
your wash load. The dispenser is for liquid
chlorine bleach use only.
Adding liquid fabric softener
• Always dilute fabric softener with 1⁄2 to
1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water.
Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics.
• Add diluted fabric softener only in the final
rinse.
• Fabric softener should not be mixed with
other laundry products because greasy
stains may form. If stains form, remove by
wetting the stain and rubbing with liquid
detergent or a bar of soap. Rewash the
stained item.
• Too much fabric softener can make some
items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent.
If this happens, use less fabric softener or
do not use it every time.
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Caring for Your Washer
Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your
washer properly and safely.
Cleaning your washer
Exterior
Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills
with a soft, damp cloth or
sponge as they occur. Occasionally wipe the outside of
the washer to keep it looking
like new.
Do not put sharp or metal objects in your
washer. They can damage the
finish. Check all pockets for
pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts,
etc. Do not lay these objects
on your washer after emptying
pockets.
Winter storage or moving care
Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the
hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing
weather, winterize it.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3. Put 1 quart (1L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in
the basket.
4. Run washer on a drain and spin setting
(see page 8) for about 30 seconds to mix
the antifreeze and water.
5. Unplug the power supply cord.
Interior
Clean interior with 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups (500 mL) of
detergent. Run washer through a complete
cycle using hot water. Repeat process if
necessary.
NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using
only cleaners labeled as washer safe.
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3. Turn on both water faucets.
4. Reconnect power supply cord.
5. Run the washer through a complete cycle
with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean
out antifreeze.
Non-use or vacation care
Operate your washer only when you are at
home. If you will be on vacation or not using
your washer for an extended period of time,
you should:
• Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
electrical power to the washer.
• Turn off the water supply to the washer.
This helps avoid accidental flooding (due
to a water pressure surge) while you are
away.
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Laundry Tips
This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing
information.
Preparing clothes for washing
• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid
snagging other items. Remove
pins, buckles, and other hard
objects to avoid scratching the
washer interior. Remove nonwashable trim and ornaments.
• Empty pockets and turn them inside out.
• Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt.
• Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
Sorting
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly
soiled ones, even if they would
normally be washed together.
Separate lint givers (towels,
chenille) from lint takers
wash water for best cleaning
and wrinkle-free results. Items should sink
and reappear later.
• Load washer properly and select correct
load size setting. Overloading or packing
the machine, and selecting a setting too
small for the wash load can:
– cause poor cleaning.
– increase wrinkling.
– create excessive lint.
– wear out items faster (because of pilling).
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• Load by the amount of space items take
up, not by their weight.
• Mix large and small items in each load.
Load evenly to maintain
washer balance. An offbalance load can make the
washer vibrate during spin.
• Use a large load size setting to reduce
wrinkling with permanent press clothes and
some synthetic knits. These items should
have more room to move in the water than
heavy items (towels, jeans).
• Reduce wash time when using a small
load size setting. Loads with only a few
small items need less wash time.
LAUNDRY TIPS
Loading suggestions
For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the highest load
size setting.
8 bath towels
8 hand towels
10 wash cloths
1 bath mat
Delicates
2 camisoles
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties
Saving energy
• Use warm or cold wash water for most
loads. Use hot water only when washing
heavy, greasy soils or whites.
• Wash full loads.
• Use lower water levels when washing
small loads.
• Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent
and pretreat stains or heavy soils. Use the
cycles and wash times recommended for
the fabric and soil.
• Use your washer during off-peak hours –
usually early morning and late evening.
(Ask your power company.)
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LAUNDRY TIPS
Water guidelines
Selecting water temperatures
WASH WATER
TEMPERATURE
HOT
130°F (54°C)
or above
WARM
90-110°F
(32-44°C)
COLD
70-90°F
(21-32°C)
†
The washer features cold rinses for all wash temperatures.
Checking hot water
temperature
Your hot water should be 130°F (54°C) or
above. If you do not know your hot water
temperature, you can check it easily. You
may need to raise the temperature of your
water heater. To check your hot water:
1. Fill a pan with the hottest water available
from the faucet that fills your washer.
NOTE:If you do not have a faucet at your
washer site, collect the water from the
faucet closest to your washer.
2. Place a candy thermometer or cooking
thermometer in the water to check the
temperature.
†
SUGGESTED FABRICS
• Work clothes
• Sturdy whites/colorfast
pastels
• Diapers
• Dark/noncolorfast colors
• Permanent press items
• Nylon, polyester, acrylics,
silks, woolens
• Knits/delicate fabrics
• Extra-sensitive colors
• Noncolorfast items
• Hand washables
COMMENTS
• Best cleaning for heavily soiled items
• Removes oils, perspiration, greasy
soils, and stains
• Prevents graying or yellowing
• Best for moderately soiled to lightly
soiled items
• Safe for most fabric finishes
• Less fading and dye bleeding
• Reduces wrinkling
• Best for very lightly soiled items
• Saves hot water
• Best rinse water temperature
Water hardness
Many poor washing results can be traced to
the hardness of the wash water. To check
your water hardness:
• City water – ask the city water company.
• Well water – ask the local water authority.
Ask for the mineral content in grains/gallon
or parts/million. If your water is more than
8 grains/gallon or more than 137 parts/
million, you should consider:
• Installing a water softener.
• Using more detergent.
• Using a packaged water conditioner.
• Not using soap.
NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder
than 70°F (21°C), detergents do not dissolve
well. Also, soils may be difficult to remove,
and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles
and may have increased pilling.
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LAUNDRY TIPS
Washing special-care items
Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always
follow care label directions when they are available. Below are general washing instruc-
tions for some special washables.
ITEM
Blankets
(electric or woolen)
Curtains, drapes,
slipcovers
Diapers
Elastic, spandex
Flame-retardant
clothing
Knits, washable
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and
time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses
may be necessary. Check care label to see if manufacturer
recommends machine washing.
Wash small loads. Crowding may cause wrinkling. Replace
slipcovers while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly.
NOTE: Sun-damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether
hand or machine washed.
When using chlorine bleach for soaking, add extra detergent to
the load. Avoid overuse of fabric softeners – absorbency will be
reduced.
Elastic picks up oil from the body. Oil can damage elastic. Wash
often to reduce the damage. Use warm water and sufficient
detergent to remove oils. Do not use chlorine bleach.
Items will be clearly labeled as flame-retardant. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions to retain flame-retardant qualities.
Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However,
this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when washed (especially bulky knits). Knits made of
synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to
keep their original shape more than knits made of cotton
or ramie.
Pillows, stuffed
toys
Plastic, rubber
items
Quilts, bedspreads
Scatter rugs
Snowsuits, jackets
Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they will be
dried in a dryer.
Treat as delicate items. Wash in warm water. Wash small items
in a mesh bag.
Do not wash cotton-filled comforters unless they are quilted or
stitched. Tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy.
An extra rinse may be necessary.
Shake or vacuum rugs to remove loose dirt. Wash more than one
rug at a time. If washing only one rug, add bath towels to balance
the load.
Wash only one or two items at a time. You may need to stop the
washer occasionally to press air from the items being washed. An
extra rinse may be necessary.
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Removing Stains
Stained, heavily soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best
results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing helps
loosen soil before washing.
Stain removal rules
• Use warm water for soaking or prewashing
stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.
• Most stains are easier to remove when
they are fresh. Old or set stains may not
come out. Follow package directions for
pretreatment products.
• Before treating any stain, find out what
kind of stain it is, how old the stain is, what
kind of fabric it is, and if the fabric is
colorfast. (Check the care label.)
• Washing and drying can set some stains.
• Start with cold or warm water. Hot water
can set some stains.
Stain removal guide
• When bleach is recommended, use a
bleach that is safe for the fabric.
• Test stain removers on an inside seam or
hidden corner of the item to see if the color
is removed.
• Put the stained area face down on a paper
towel or white cloth. Apply the stain
remover to the back of the stain. This
forces the stain off the fabric instead of
through it.
• Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help
break down some protein stains so they
are easier to remove.
STAIN
Alcoholic
beverage
Blood
Chewing
gum
Chocolate
or coffee
Crayon and
candle wax
Cream,
milk, or
ice cream
TO REMOVE
These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak
fresh stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a
solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent, and a few drops of white
vinegar. Rinse. Wash.
Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30
minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
If stain remains, put a few drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide on stain for 3-5
minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Wash.
Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a
nonflammable fabric cleaner. Let dry. Wash.
Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash
soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.
Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Place fabric between two blotters or
facial tissue. Press with warm iron. Remove color stain with nonflammable
fabric cleaner. Hand wash until stain is gone. If full load is crayon stained,
take to cleaners or coin-operated dry cleaning machine.
Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner, or a prewash soil and stain
remover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if necessary. If stain remains, apply a few
drops of liquid detergent and a few drops of ammonia. Blot dry and rinse.
If stain remains, soak in an enzyme presoak. Wash.
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