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Washers
Please choose a question below for either step-by-step troubleshooting or expert advice.
Cleaning Questions
	How do I clean my washer?
	How do I remove odors in the washer?
Clothing Performance Questions
	Can I use my washer to dye clothing or other items?
	Can I wash a king-size or queen-size comforter, mattress pad or quilt?
	My washer leaves holes in my clothes.
	How can I sort clothes for the best cleaning results?
	What causes different types of clothing damage?
	I have an excessive amount of lint on my clothes from the washer.
	My clothes are too wet after spinning in the delicate cycle.
	My dark clothing items have white streaks and/or lint on them.
Feature Questions
	What is Automatic Temperature Control?
	What is the Extra Rinse cycle?
	What is the difference between Handwash I and Handwash II?
Ownership Questions
	Amana, Caloric, ModernMaid, Glenwood, Sunray brand products.
	Appliance specifications and dimensions.
	Can I register my product online?
	Does Amana offer any product rebates?
	Does Amana offer extended warranties?
	How can I get another Energy Guide for my appliance?
	How can I get another Installation Guide for my appliance?
	How can I obtain an owner's manual?
	How do I order replacement parts?
	Who should I call for service?
	What is the warranty?
	Where can I buy a new Amana appliance?
	Where is the model number and serial number on my washer?
Performance Questions
	Do Amana washers have lint filters?
	How can I help reduce my washerÂ?s normal operating sound levels?
	How can I remove the agitator in the washer?
	Why is there a dirty residue left in the tub after the wash cycle is done?
	My new washer has a burning smell.
	My timer won't advance.
	My washer does not agitate or spin.
	My washer inlet hoses are not long enough.
	My washer is vibrating and/or moving.
	My washer leaks water.
	My washer overflowed out the top of the tub.
	My washer seems noisy.
	There is an "error" code showing in my electronic display.
	There is dirt/sand in the bottom of the tub after a wash cycle.
	There is fabric softener coming out from under the agitator after the wash cycle is done.
	There is rust on my appliance.
	The washer stopped in the middle of the cycle.
	How high can the drain water be pumped?
	How much water does my washer use?
	I don't get hot and cold water in the appropriate temperature settings.
	My drain hose is not long enough.
Usage Questions
	Can I plug in my appliance using an extension cord?
	Can I use a ground fault outlet?
	How do I install my washer?
	What do I need to do to store my washer?