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Old 09-21-2020, 07:38 AM
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GE was the only washer (top load) I could find that I could select a water level. I always select 1 level higher than the load. Use minimum amount of detergent. Repairman I had for the dryer also showed me that you have to select the rinse for fabric softener (even if you don't use it) or whatever "extra rinse" the washer has, otherwise you don't get a full rinse--you get a spray rinse. If you don't use the washer often (I do a load almost every-other day), then allowing the washer to dry out helps. Water-saving government regulations plus a younger generation who throws a load in and leaves are the culprit. I like to shorten the spin if I can.