Rust Staining
From Consumer Science and Information Center ¤ Maytag Appliances 403 W. 4th Street N. ¥ Newton, IA˚50208 ¥ 641-787-8402
RUST STAINING
Q: Items in my laundry as well as the inside of IN THE LAUNDRY my dishwasher are developing rust stains. What is causing this and how can I remove the White Fabrics (avoid using chlorine bleach as it stains? can make rust stains darker)
A: POSSIBLE CAUSES Follow these steps to restore whiteness:
Rust stains are usually caused by iron or 1. Fill the washer with water, selecting a manganese in the water supply. It can also come temperature suitable for the fabric. from a rusty water heater or rusty water lines. The water should be tested for iron or manganese 2. Do NOT add products such as detergent or content. This can be done by a local water utility or chlorine bleach when using RoVer. water quality company, such as Culligan or 3. Add one-third cup of RoVer to the water and let Kinetico. it dissolve by agitation. There are two types of iron in the water supply. 4. Add clothes and allow washer to complete the 1. Dissolved iron in water is not visible as it comes cycle. from a faucet. It must be oxidized to be seen. 5. Follow up with an additional rinse cycle or wash This oxidation process is initiated by air, heat items with detergent. and bleaching agents. For example, you may see it after time on your dishwasher tub or on Colored Fabrics clothes. The rust staining occurs because detergents and heat are oxidizing the iron. A Before washing any items in RoVer, test a water softener may be needed if staining concealed area (seam allowance or shirt tail) for becomes a problem. colorfastness using this procedure:
2. Suspended iron in water can be seen and 1. Dissolve one teaspoon of RoVer in one cup of settles out. This type of iron is difficult to water. remove without a filtering system. For additional information contact a water quality 2. Place one drop of RoVer solution on a hidden company, such as Culligan or Kinetico. area, making sure it penetrates the fabric.
TO REMOVE RUST STAINS 3. Let the fabric dry.
Use a rust remover, such as RoVer Rust Remover*. 4. If there is no change in color, RoVer should not RoVer is available from Maytag Appliance dealers damage the color of the item. (Part No. 057961) and should be used according to the following directions. 5. Follow the same procedures as for white fabrics. WARNING - READ ALL CAUTIONS ON THE BOTTLE BEFORE USING ROVER RUST REMOVER. Injurious to skin and eyes. Harmful if swallowed. Vapors can be harmful. Keep out of the reach of children. Follow all instructions carefully. more . . .
FORM NO. 788CG-0602 Printed in U.S.A. Stubborn Stains Dishes and Glassware
Stubborn rust stains may be removed by soaking RoVer can be used on most dishes and glassware. articles in a solution of one-third cup RoVer in five It should NOT be used on metal items or items with gallons of water. Do not use a galvanized tub for metal trim. Follow these steps: soaking as RoVer will damage galvanized iron. 1. Load the dishwasher properly. Washer Tub 2. Follow the same procedure as for Dishwasher Use RoVer to remove discoloration from the washer Interior (Steps 1-2 above). tub following this procedure: 3. Follow with a wash cycle using the 1. Fill the washer with warm/cold water selecting recommended amount of dishwasher the largest water level. detergent.
2. Add one-third cup of RoVer and set the control NOTE: If after using RoVer there is a change to complete normal wash and rinse cycles. in drying results, use a rinse aid such as Jet- Dry or Cascade Rinse Aid* to restore good 3. Do not use RoVer with detergents or bleaches. drying performance.
4. Do not let RoVer sit in a stainless steel wash tub If only a few items are stained, the discoloration overnight. It may pit the tub. may be removed by soaking these items in a solu- tion of two tablespoons of RoVer in one gallon of IN THE DISHWASHER cold water. Do not use a galvanized container for soaking as RoVer will damage galvanized iron. Dishwasher Interior Soak 10 minutes, then wash and rinse thoroughly Do NOT use RoVer with dishwashing detergent. to ensure none of the dissolved rust remains, as it RoVer is not recommended for stainless steel will reoxidize and turn brown again. interior dishwashers. To remove rust staining from the inside of dishwashers, follow these steps: * Brand names are trademarks of the 1. Fill the main detergent cup with RoVer Rust respective manufacturers. Remover.
2. Set the controls to complete a normal wash cycle.
3. Follow with a light wash cycle using detergent.