ASKO 12004 - Manual (Page 13)

Problems? (Continued)
Try the following remedies. Poor results may not always be caused by the
machine. Read through the chart below before contacting your servicer.
Problem Possible Cause Suggested Remedy
Lint, residue left
on clothes Improper sorting
of clothes
Separate clothes that shed lint (chenile and
terrycloth) from clothes that attract lint (synthetics,
corduroy, velveteen).
Nonphosphate
detergent
Non-phosphate detergents can combine with
minerals in hard water and form a precipitate
which can appear to be lint. Use a low phosphate
detergent, if possible. Install a water softener.
Fabric softener
used improperly Read labels. Most softeners should only be used in
the final rinse. Add softener to the softener
compartment. If added to the wash cycle,
softeners can have a reaction with detergents
producing a white residue.
Pilling Pilling, which can look like lint, is produced by
normal wear on cotton/polyester blend fabrics. To
reduce, wash synthetics and cotton/polyester
blends inside out. For the best results, wash
cotton/polyester knits using the delicate cycle.
Yellowing of
clothes Not enough detergent,
water not hot enough Caused by body oils not completely removed.
Use hottest recommended temperature for each
type of load and add slightly more detergent.
Iron or manganese
in water Install a filter to remove iron or manganese from
water. A small amount of Calgon or other'
non-precipitating water conditioner added once a
week is advisable in hard water areas.
Shrinkage Improper washing
or drying
Follow garment care label instructions carefully.
Some fabrics will shrink no matter how they are
washed. Some may be machine washed but not
machine dried.
Knit shrinkage Overheating Knits tend to shrink more than woven fabrics. If a
knit has been heat shaped, wash in cool or warm
water. Dry with the low setting.
Delayed or gradual
shrinkage
Can occur when special stabilizing finishes are
reduced from wear or repeated washings. Garment
may sometimes be reshaped by pressing after
washing and drying.
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Poor construction Shrinkage can occur if the knit fabric was not
stretched properly by the manufacturer. Press back
into shape each time garment is washed and dried.
Rips, snags,
excess wear
Sharp objects
in pockets Empty all pockets and turn inside out before
laundering.
Hooks, snaps,
zippers, buckles
Fasten all hooks, snaps and zippers before
laundering to avoid snags. Remove sharp buckles.
Turn knits inside out.
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