If my HE detergent is 2x or 3x strength, how much do I use?
July 11, 2016 4:05 pmJust as with a regular washer, you should use the recommended amount based on the size of your load. Because... View Article
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Can I use non-HE fabric softeners in my HE washer?
July 11, 2016 4:05 pmYes, you can add liquid fabric softener to the fabric softener dispenser. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for proper use of... View Article
Where does the fabric softener go and when do I add it?
July 11, 2016 4:06 pmIn a Front-Load washer, there is a special compartment for the addition of fabric softener. The fabric softener is released... View Article
On Top-Load washers, where do I add the detergent? Is there a compartment?
July 11, 2016 4:06 pmNo, there are no compartments to add detergent when using a Top-Load washer. Users of such machines simply add detergent... View Article
Do I add soap, bleach and fabric softener all at the same time or at separate points in the wash?
July 11, 2016 4:06 pmThis varies by type of washer. For a Top-Load washer, you must add the soap, bleach and fabric softener at... View Article
What’s the difference in temperatures between whites, brights and permanent press wash cycles?
July 11, 2016 4:07 pmWhites are washed in hot water, brights are washed in cold water, and permanent press clothing is washed in warm... View Article
How hot is the “hot” water temperature?
July 11, 2016 4:07 pmThe building’s boiler controls water temperature. Hercules does not control the temperature of the water. When a washer cycle is... View Article
How long is each washer cycle?
July 11, 2016 4:07 pmWasher cycle times vary by machine and by the amount of water that is filled in to the basin (e.g.,... View Article
How many minutes is the quick cycle? How long until it hits cold water? And at what temperature is the water?
July 11, 2016 4:08 pmThe “Quick Cycle” runs for approximately 26 minutes. Approximately 10 minutes into the cycle the wash is warm water.
What is a “Super Cycle”?
July 11, 2016 4:08 pmResidents may select this wash option to add another three minutes to a wash and an extra rinse cycle.