Where do you put fabric softener in a whirlpool washer

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Whirlpool Washing Machine Fabric Softener Dispenser

Item # 805

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Washing machine fabric softener dispenser for top of agitator. If the fabric softener does not dispense properly then the dispenser may clogged. You can try rinsing it out with warm water or replace it if the problem persists.

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5.

Add fabric softener, if desired

To dispense fabric softener in the rinse cycle,  

this washer has been designed to allow the use of the Downy 

Ball

®†

dispenser. Pour a measured amount of Downy

®

liquid 

fabric softener into the Downy Ball

® 

dispenser, pull the ring 

tightly to seal it, and place on top of load. Always follow 

manufacturer’s directions for correct amount of fabric softener 

based on your load size. Then select 1 Rinse with Softener 

option. The Downy Ball

®

dispenser will automatically release 

the fabric softener during the rinse cycle. For questions on 

using the Downy Ball

®

dispenser call 1-800-688-7638 or visit 

www.downy.com.
IMPORTANT: Rinse option must be selected to 1 Rinse 

with Softener or 2 Rinses with Softener to ensure proper 

distribution at correct time in cycle. Do not overfill or dilute. 
Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed  

filling, press the START/Pause button to pause the washer. 

Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of 

liquid fabric softener. Do not use more than the recommended 

amount. Close the lid and press the START/Pause button again 

to start the washer.

4.

Add liquid chlorine bleach  

     to dispenser, if desired

Liquid 

Chlorine Bleach

Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (250 mL). Do 

not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same cycle 

with liquid chlorine bleach.

Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. 

6.

Select cycle

For best performance, load items 

in loose heaps evenly around the 

washplate. Try mixing different sized 

items to reduce tangling.
IMPORTANT: Items need to move  

freely for best cleaning and to reduce  

wrinkling and tangling.

3.

Load laundry into washer

†®Downy and Downy Ball are registered trademark of The Proctor & Gamble Company.

Many of us love fabric softener for the softness and fresh scent it can bring to our clothes while eliminating static cling. But different washer setups and concern over the right amount to use can lead to time-consuming speculation. We’ll discuss how to use fabric softener in top load washer both with and without a dispenser, as well as the correct amounts.

Using Fabric Softener in Top Load Washer: A How-To Guide

The simple act of adding fabric softener to laundry can have several variables to consider. How do you properly use your machine’s fabric softener dispenser? How do you use fabric softener if your top loader doesn’t have a dispenser? Lastly, how much should you actually use?

Our guide takes the guesswork out of using fabric softener in top load washer so you get the results you want.

Top Load Washer with Dispenser

When you have a dispenser, where to put fabric softener in a top load washer is fairly straightforward. We suggest these simple steps:

1. Locate the washer’s dispenser. This is typically inside the washer at the top of its central column.
2. Measure the correct amount for your laundry load using the fabric softener cap and pour it into the dispenser.
3. Allow the wash cycle to continue. The fabric softener will automatically dispense during the spin cycle.

Top Load Washer without Dispenser

It can be difficult to know when to add fabric softener in washing machine without dispenser. If you add the fabric softener at the beginning of the wash cycle, it will likely be washed away before doing its job.

When adding fabric softener in top load washer without a dispenser, simply pour it in during the rinse cycle. We suggest pouring it into the washer tub’s water instead of directly on clothing to avoid staining. Use the amount that best corresponds to the size of your laundry load by measuring with your fabric softener cap.

How Much Fabric Softener Should I Use?

Did you know that too much fabric softener could lead to a buildup of harmful residue in your top load washer? Without regular cleaning, this residue could lead to an overgrowth of smelly mold and mildew. Yet, using too little fabric softener in top load washer won’t produce the desired effects on clothes.

Knowing how much fabric softener to use in top load washing machine starts with the cap. The fabric softener cap has lines that measure out the correct amount of softener for medium, large, and extra large loads. Simply pour out the amount that best corresponds to your size load.

We hope this guide makes using fabric softener in top load washer simple and straightforward. From how to use fabric softener to the best laundry stain removers and washer repair, Lake Appliance Repair can help. Give us a call for any of your washer needs!

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