To effectively use this washing machine, you must complete four steps carefully: loading the clothes, pouring in the detergent, adjusting the water temperature, and putting in the coins. First, throw clothes of similar color into the machine, for example, whites, colored, clothes, and towels should be washed separately. While completing this step, you must be careful not to overload the machine. Second, you should read the directions on your detergent box to find out the correct amount for your particular load. Next, select one of three possible water temperatures: hot, warm, or cold. Generally, hot temperature is used for white clothes, warm temperature for light colored clothes, and cold temperature for dark or brightly colored clothes. Finally, after closing the door of the washing machine, put in the proper amount of money. In summary, by following these simple directions, the washer will give you a clean load of wet clothes. Why should you follow the directions carefully when using the machine To use the washing machine ______.