Is the wash-water temperature colder than 60°F (15.5°C)?
Laundry detergents are formulated to clean well at temperatures above 60°F (15.5°C). Water temperatures below 60°F (15.5°C) do not dissolve detergents well, especially powdered detergents. Use liquid detergent for colder water temperatures. Was a low-speed wash cycle used? Powdered detergent may not dissolve well in low-speed wash cycles, such as Delicate or Handwash. Use liquid detergent for best results. Always use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Were you washing a large load? Consider reducing your load size. Leave enough space in the washer to allow the load to tumble freely. Clothing that is tightly packed in the washer may trap the detergent and not allow it to completely dissolve. Always use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Did you use too much detergent? Always measure the detergent before putting it in the washer, following the detergent manufacturer’s directions. If you have very soft water or a very lightly soiled load, you may need to use less detergent. If too much de
