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  • Question
    Is light grey considered dark?
    Community Answer
    No, but be careful which colors you was it with. Don't mix it with whites, bright yellows, or beiges.
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    How do I drain the water?
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    You don't. The water will automatically drain.
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    Which compartment do I put the fabric softener in
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    With newer washing machines, there is a labeled dispenser for it. In others, you can just drop it into the bin.
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    How long does one wash take?
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    It depends on what setting you're using, but generally anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour.
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    With which colors can I mix grays?
    Community Answer
    Mix grays with dark colors, such as black.
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    I only have a dryer. How should I wash my clothes before drying them?
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    Just use a sink, basin, or bathtub. Fill it with water and detergent and put your clothes in. Swish them around for awhile. Empty the water, rinse each item, and ring out the excess water. Then dry.
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    Does the washing machine need to fill with water first before you start?
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    No, you don't need to wait for it to fill with water before putting in the clothes and detergent. Just put the clothes in, then the laundry detergent, press start and the water will fill up and drain out like it should.
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    When does the drain cycle get used?
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    After wash, rinse and spin. The machine will drain several times in a wash cycle.
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    Do washing machines use the cold water supply to fill the drum?
    Community Answer
    Depends on what setting you select on the washing machine. If you're washing on cold, it will use the cold water supply. If you're washing on hot, it will use the hot water.
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    Can I open a washing machine if it is full of water but the electricity has been turned off?
    Adrian
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    Yes. Most modern washing machines allow you to open the cover after pressing the pause button and will unlock the door. With older washers, make sure the drum has stopped spinning before opening. You do not need to disconnect power.
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    Approximately how much time does it take for a cycle to complete?
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    It depends on a lot of factors, including what cycle you are using, how much detergent you put in, how many clothes you put in, how efficient your washer is, etc.
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    When do I dispense the softener in a top loading machine?
    Jensen Lin
    Community Answer
    You pour the fabric softener in the washing machine during the final rinse cycle.
  • Question
    How long do l need to wash clothes in the washing machine?
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    The machine should know how long to run, depending on which cycle you select. You shouldn't need to stop the cycle for anything unless you want to add more clothes. Cycles usually run for about 45 minutes to an hour.
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    Can my machine rotate without loading my dirty clothes?
    Community Answer
    Yes, there is a drain and spin cycle that can be used empty.
  • Question
    My Whirlpool washer is on, but the water is not coming in it. What should I do?
    Community Answer
    Turn the taps on or turn the water on. It may be indicating that you have turned off the taps.
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    Who determines when the washing is over?
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    The washing machine generally does. When the process is over, the machine will stop. Some machines will alert you that they are done by beeping, or the door/lid may unlock at that point. Most machines have different settings you can choose from when starting your laundry, which can determine how long the wash takes.
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    How do I use the Samsung front loading washing machine?
    Community Answer
    Just like any other new washing machine. Follow the steps above or watch the video.
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    Is it advisable to switch off the power after using a washing machine?
    Community Answer
    You don't need to fully unplug the machine after every use, but you should press the on/off button on the machine to save energy and money.
  • Question
    Without a hot water hose, can the machine still make the cold water hot if needed?
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    It depends on the washing machine. Modern ones will heat it, but some older ones used to connect to the hot tap as well as the cold.
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    How are the front and top washers different from each other?
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    Front loaders tumble the clothes around rubbing them against each other removing dirt and stains almost all front loaders work on this principle. Top loaders with agitators pull clothing down where it is scrubbed with the "fins" at the bottom of the agitator, removing light stains and dirt.
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    Should I remove the clothes from the machine before draining the water?
    Community Answer
    No! It is not safe to open the washing machine when the water is draining because the input voltage is connected.
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    How much washing powder per gram of clothes can be washed?
    Community Answer
    It depends, if you have an LG or Samsung, or any newer model, they recommend using an HE detergent, and only using half of the recommended amount. Read the packaging for the right amounts required.
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    Should I keep the tap on or off?
    Community Answer
    Keep it on, your washer adjusts the water, temperature, and spin speed automatically.
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    What do I do if all the lights are dim on my washing machine when it's washing?
    Community Answer
    Refer to the washing machine user guide.This will tell you if the lights will remain on or if this is a fault.
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    What does auto do on a washing machine?
    Community Answer
    It automatically cleans the clothes with an array of sensors determining the level of dirt on the clothes. This automatically adjusts the required temperature for the water and the overall water level.
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    After washing and spinning any black garment, I see some whiteish dirtiness on it. What is the cause?
    Community Answer
    Normally it is just simple lint that got washed off other items of clothing and stuck to that item instead of going into the lint collector.
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