Laundry

1. My clothing does not smell fresh - Washed clothes that do not smell fresh can be caused by a number of factors, to reduce these:

• Perform a regular maintenance wash (once a month).
  
• Make sure the detergent drawer is clean.
• Make sure you are not using too much fabric conditioner.
  

For more information, see the Performing maintenance washes topic.

2. My clothing is being damaged or torn -

• Check you are using a suitable detergent for the garments being washed.
• You may be overloading the appliance.
  

For more information, see the Loading to capacity topic.

3. Bleached or faded mark being left on clothing - This may be due to bleach or cosmetic/ skin treatments products containing bleach transferring from hand to towel whilst washing and drying your hands.

• Ensure you wash hands thoroughly to remove any cleaning products before drying your hands.
  

4. Rusty brown marks being left on clothing - Most likely cause for this is water contamination, possible sources are plumbing or building works being carried out on your house or in the local area.

• Run water through your taps before using the appliance to help clear the water supply.
• Sometimes rust stains can be removed by rubbing the affected areas with salt and lemon juice.
• Rinse thoroughly afterwards.
  

5. Dark stains being left on clothing - Potential causes are hand wash or other toiletry products.

• Your may need to rewash these garments to remove.
  
• Check you are using the correct programme for washing.
• Make sure you are not using a quick wash programme.
  

6. Rubber marks being left on clothing - Rubber marks on your clothing can be caused by a number of factors, to reduce these:

• Do not overload the appliance.
• Ensure all garments are fully in the drum and not getting trapped in the door.
  

For more information, see the Loading to capacity topic.

7. Washed clothes are too creased - Creased clothes can be caused by a number of factors:

• The machine may be overloaded.
• The spin speed may be incorrect for the type of garment.
• The water temperature may be too high.
• The wash cycle may be incorrect for the type of garment.
• Unless you are drying the clothing as well. Remove your clothing as soon as the spin cycle has finished.