Whirlpool W10420378A User Manual

•  Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small  

object can pass under the washplate and become  

trapped, causing unexpected sounds.

•  Sort garments by recommended cycle, water  

temperature, and colorfastness. 

•  Separate heavily soiled garments from lightly soiled. 
•  Separate delicate garments from sturdy fabrics. 
•  Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing,  

because heat can set stains into fabric.

•  Treat stains promptly. 
•  Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes,  

and remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

•  Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage  

to garments during washing.

 

•  When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load 

evenly. See “Cycle Guide” for tips and more information  

on using the Bulky Items cycle. 

•  Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when  

washing delicate or small items.

•  Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers  

from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will 

pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid 

damage to your garments.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly 

around the washplate. Do not load  

garments directly over the center  

of the washplate; when loaded, the  

center of the washplate should be  

visible. Try mixing different sized  

garments to reduce tangling.

IMPORTANT: Garments need to move freely for best cleaning 

and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.