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 TM 55-1905-219-14-2
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WASHER OPERATION.
a. The Washing Action. Because of the design of the washer, the washing action is unique. The
currents of water are created by the movement of the tub and agitator, and the action ribs on the side of the
tub. The currents of water move through the clothes to wash out the dirt and soil. The action provides
thorough washing but is gentle and safe for all clothes. See Table 18a for types of loads and wash settings.
b. Using the Laundry Center Washer. Since the Laundry Center is new and there have been many
changes in laundry aids and fabrics, let's review a few facts and tips that will help you to better understand use
of the Laundry Center.
(1) What size load can be washed? The following are typical loads that can be washed and dried in the
Laundry Center. This should be used only as a guide.
(a) LOAD A. Four permanent press sheets, two pillow cases, two bath towels, two hand
towels and two wash cloths.
(b) LOAD B. Three twin cotton sheets, three pillow cases, two bath towels, two hand towels,
and four wash cloths.
(c)
LOAD C. Five bath towels, three T-shirts, three knit undershorts, four or five wash cloths.
(d)
LOAD D. Six men's shirts, four pairs slacks, one woman's skirt, two coveralls.
(2)
There are a few items which should not be washed in this washer because of the size of the tub.
(a)
Pillows
(b)
Large bulky blankets
(3)
How should the washer be loaded? The clothes should be loaded loosely in the tub and only to the
top of the agitator. Do not wind clothes around the agitator.
(4)
How should the laundry aids be added?
(a) Detergent should be put in the bottom of the tub before the clothes are loaded or poured
down the side of the agitator so it will go to the bottom of the tub. If the detergent is in the bottom of the tub, it
will dissolve as the washer is filling with water and start to soak and loosen the soil in the clothes. If the
detergent is poured on top of the clothes, it may not dissolve easily and quickly at the beginning of the wash
cycle. This could result in part of the detergent being caught in folds of clothes.
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