GE WWA8355G User's Manual
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1. e Insufficient detergent You may need to increase amount of detergent used sau ad is larger than normal if soils are oily or heavier than average if water level is lar i water is Hard to Extremely Hard Water not hot annuch for tuna of loa aA Ra cnra water heater 1 is set to deliver hot water KIIL LAU Wi AVUE 1 u EFY AWG EJW JML YYW AE LIWE WL TYROL at the washer at 140 150 F Do not wash when other hot water needs such as dishwashing or family baths are heavy e Poor or inferior detergent Change to phosphate detergent if possible Follow these steps 1 Tice water conditinner such ac Caloon hrand we aJ TT aSr a ee TENS 3 i ere ed Pee eS LAES Re F 03 eg zia 2 Pre treat stains 2 Tlea hattact watarn oihla aJe WOW LIULL L YY aw pos OLY 4 Use bleach where possible KR TPTan maen nanle maria J USEC pi CrSUAK dius 6 Install water softener Washer overioaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soii causing gray appearance Follow correct loading procedures for size of load e Improper soaking with insufficient detergent Usually a 30 minute soak is sufficient However when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments you may need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent e Use of soap in hard water Switch toa phosphate detergent or follow six steps e Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition Use shorter wash times for DLIIAL2. and stains A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another way to remove heavy souls embedded dirt and even some stains ml Se mml on For more informatio CONITON See PAZE at Soaking can be either a completely a Sort by fabric separate washing step or a prelim inary step to a complete wash cycle Separate For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see page 8 GAD TANCADA ATTON ON EIN RINE UPSRIVACR E LTI 7L SOAKING AGENTS SEE PAGE 17 o Pre treat heavy soil by rubbing in JOLA L an Jog a small amount of liquid detergent Perm Press ia or a paste made of water and powdered rom eee eo Cottons amp oF ps detergent or soap For best results ea Blends 29 IENA wait 1 2 hour before washing from o 2320 Tuo 0o no Colorfast 92 mo Jom nout wOG FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON DIFFERENT FABRICS AND F ANAP QUE DAMME asad 7 gt In addition to sortine to reduce lint 111A VAS DL EA 0 ana To ee a a wa An wa a ax eur a w e e lt collection it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible i E E 7 z e Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in tha wrarach hackat in thie ardar LEAD VYD VGORME ALL LULILO VEUUL Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the agitator ze itemsS like towels Here is a typical full l
3. Down filled garments if machine rm Per res Jormal Soil Setting washing is recommended Baby Clothes Sturdy such as rmal i Hot Regular Cycle Normal or Light Soil Setting Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads depending on amount of soil Sheets Receiving Blankets i Coveralis wana Baby Clothes Delicate Gentle Perm Press Light Setting Blankets Wool Part Wool 5 min soak Warm Regular Cycle Light Soil Setting Cotton then Normal Blankets Synthetic Electric 5 min soak Regular Cycle Light Soil Setting then Normal Curtains DO NOT MACHINE Gentle Hot or Warm Perm Press Normal Soil Setting WASH FIBERGLASS Chenille Bedspreads Robes Gentle Hot or Warm Perm Press Normal Soil Setting Slipcovers Draperies Bath Mats Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Setting and Rugs Denims especially Indigo Blue Normal Cold or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Setting Jeans and other fabrics that bleed Rubber coated Items Laminated i G entle Fabrics Vinyl Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim Perm Press Normal Soil or Light Setting depending on amount of soil Pillows Gentle Warm Use Cold Rinse to save energy Check size Some slipcovers draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home size washer Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels when needed i White or colorfast liqui
4. Contents A witatar FAS UAL 2 Appliance Registration Bleach Dispenser 8 Care and Cleaning 26 Controls Setting Guide Cycle Settings Detergents and Other Additives Energy Saving Tips 9 Fabric Softener Dispenser 8 Filter Flo Pan 4 Hard Water Limestone Deposits Loading Mini Basket Tub 10 Model and Serial Numbers See eet SSSR RS LETA d Moving amp Vacation Tips Operating the Washer Pre Treating 7 Lt O TN P 1 FrOoviciil SOLVE Repair Service Safety Instructions 3 4 Sorting li Stains 18 Stain Removal Guide 19 Suds Saver 4 9 User Maintenance Instructions 26 Warranty Back Cover WWA8355G Your Direct Line to General Electric mu ANT A Mant ONAN 3 The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 4 dived ae ag a IE nB 7 e us a 8 RED YOU o Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new washer properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Consumer Affairs General Electric Company Appliance Park awe we a Se D Louisville KY 40225 if you received a damaged washer Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the washer Save time and ne a Before you request service check the Problem Solver on pages 20 25 It lists causes
5. UM Oii Water faucets wien the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and vaives and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture e When disconnecting this appliance pull by the plug rather than the cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of cord and plug Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to Mien a e Sut neo damage Of Sizv ess not repair or replace any part th ne ee or attempt any rv a ey aca Sri 2 c td adedi Pee this F Ten amc nra DU RHE PERRI Udi GARRA WATB Ww ublished user repair na k at y E ttit tang na he HAE 23 Fe r ia pu a structions st gA rien barg fE g ciafaad HECA Ve HE ie a3 a ey TA iy ait vin puas pya mg QY i you understand ills to carr y out ee Se aie oe of injury e Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may Ato Aanth Cds UCALII e Do not wash or dry articles that have peen cleaned in wash in soaked in or spotted with combpnetihieor evnincive cunetances WUE RADY EDITIERT Ae UK ae T Ww LIU isa Dis such as gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water and do not use these substances around your washer and or dryer
6. Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics e Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics LIMESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent fab peep ERREA EEE ET era Pes Sanity PROPEL ny SLES ee Tey Spar ey CRA es PEC oe ale SITET Aes ETI aia art EOP GST How much detergent should you use The use of a sufficient amount If the recommended amount of of detergent is one of the most detergent produces too many suds important things you can do fo switch to a low sudsing detergent make sure your wash comes out brand and follow instructions on clean package Amount required varies according to 1 Water hardness 2 Amount of soil 3 Size of load 4 Type of detergent 5 Wash temperature Flea mnra dotargent if AAJ BEEWE WS Waw ewa favis iZ you have 1 Hard Walt 2 Large loads 3 Greasy or oily soils Using too little detergent is 4 Lower wash temperature a common cause of laundry 5 Low phosphate detergent problems Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load neds ieee Water Hardness VERY Extra Large HARD 2 cups 1 cup
7. FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER the Bees bee ee eV w Ww w ww CARE SERVICE am a l aa am am amm am on do d Lem s Replacement of nouse fuses OF resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not aliow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General _ Warrantor General Electric Company if further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 aaran NRA ta S goa utabor arty Ae WWA8355G ATETEA arr yr n irae m ae aaa
8. OF wash UdoSKEL when uSINg Lic Mini Basket tub There will not be enough water in the regular basket and clothes damage could result The Mini Basket tub can be e When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handie separately To minimize tangling the use of a net laundry bag is recommended j 8 Close lid and set controls as follows Veriable Water Level EXTRA LAAGE Ge OO Set Water Level to MINI BASKET position Select desired Wash Spin Speed Wash Rinse Temperature and Cycle See page 4 9 Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer How to sort the clothes Sort by soil Separate It pays to check and prepare Sort by surface texture j clothes for washing Separate e Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers snap snaps hooks and buttons DL l a aa Lint B nt Producers 5a J Do any necessary mending rips hems tears Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain e Remove stains For STAIN mer REMOVAL GUIDE SEE PAGE 19 a Turn Poly Knits inside out to LINT PRODUCERS Such as minimize fabric surface damage terry toweling and chenille give up lint LINT COLLECTORS such as man made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy attract lint These must be washed separately Soaking and Pre treatina a good way to loosen deep soils
9. and when to use the Mini Basket tub on page 9 e Load clothes into the wash basket being careful not to overload Clothes should be below the retaining ring See page 12 for more loading information AN7A ALAS AUAA EXTRA LARGE TARN LARGE TIN sae Five Cycle Suds Saver Washer WASH eve nace PomMperature S Ba COLD CY HOT COLD WARM Position Filter Flo pan on agitator and add measured amount of detergent See pages 13 through 17 for information on detergents and other laundry additives NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan hr re Ln ae aan Er teana ba e See page 8 for information on how to use Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispensers For information on bleaches and fabric softeners see page 17 e Close lid washer will fill but not agitate or spin with lid open Setting the Controls Use the Controls Setting Guide on pages 6 and 7 to help you make the proper selections AER ot 1 a YY k i itt amp fm k GP Select Wash Spin Speed GD Select Water Level E erswasn Pro Troat o Reguler LIGHT cou DEEE Cycle NORMAL ISUOS RETURN QAAAYT Tachas 1 AVIALL Washer Is full of clothes MEDIU M Between 1 LARGE Between 1 2 and 2 3 full Teer EXTRA LARGE Over 2 3 fuil MINI BASKET See instructions on page 10 If you wish to increase level after F anm m
10. during operation e HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas can accumulate in the water heater Irs wurt nue mason ne a axrm nns had Fha and Uh WAI PIPES I not Water nas not been used for a period of two weeks or lonser HYDROGEN GAS MOWER EA AF ar nee Whe 2 oh Oe BOT ON ee RTA PT CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES So to prevent the possibility of damage or injury if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more or move into a r sidence in which the hot water system may not have been used for some time turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or PON EPN giung mR or Roan TRB SB ABES ap Panic REGGE BES ERIS pa Ocess e Never reach into washer while He 15 MOY mg Befor loading unloading or adding clothes push aye tha amp uplna Solactar imal ta ASG uA biaa wht AF S A w iw VF MALAY By STOP position then wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid ee ee mot ver ow childre WwHAZRGSH WRAAS EF U HAVU BEZEW YE GERRASSER WEE to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing materials properly Before discardi
11. e Improper loads Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work clothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses Do not wash Permanent Press with regular laundry e Too many clothes in washer Permanent Press loads should always be smaller T regular loads no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely e Incorrect wash and dry cycles Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides a cooldown rinse to minimize wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle G Incorrect water level Use Extra Large Water Level for Medium Load Medium 7 Level for Small Load C 4 OO ee 7 Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in cold or warm n water with plenty of detergent Pr eae AOS gee Sj e Accuirmlation of lime stale due tov use of Sibanaie dorae ity you must use a noti phosphate detergent avoid the use of high carbonate built mages Failure to use fabric softener Proper u use e will i minimize je wrinkling Ta wry Pave Vay test Wrinkles AU RUAMLUTE VY a ELEEAEU Ge 4 1 Retuinble 0 on Permanent P Press setting bh a INCL inse and dry on P ermanent E ress setting FS DAs 3 if unsuccessful retumble on n high h heat for DPn minutes and hang immediately 4 iron carefully eee ee l s Send to dry cleaners for pressing os ee Some y wrinkles may remain which c cannot be removed oN Ea SNAGS HO
12. irritation sould result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use continued next page gt ca eames 0 s The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer s care instructions should be followed very carefully important Safety Instructions continued For washer operation e Do not leave washer lid up during cycle This will stop the wash and spin action and prevent completion of the cycle How to operate your clothes washer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock o injury to persons STASIS SE EE Be NT 8 RTS RL TS SHEE SAV TA LTT NE tN I SS e T TESE hel ay AL4 24 ABBAS INST l UCTIONS read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS es re oper rating this app pliance Sate CARY ELYTA CAZVABD BL BL y BM aJi BR bt RP Bid TR ee eR i o o a o M S a E O NORMAL Varisbis Wash Spin Speed NTLE 3 SMALL Of chee a PR E ne SOrtng a nd Loading e Sort clothes carefully by fabric type weight color and amount of soil according to instructions on nage 1 PoSeeEY Lie e Remove Filter Flo pan and Mini Basket tub The underside VRAAAA a 41 AL Be FAW 52446 4 SHOW of the lid is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes Do not use Mini Basket tub when washing regular loads You ll find complete details on how
13. HICI IVAMO Detergent dissolves too slowly Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the wm be mm aade Stait of agitation See page 15 To restore grayed clothes follow one e of these procedures 1 Put clothes in washer Fill with HOT water Check Manufacturers Care Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment e Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate use 21 2 times as much as you need for normal water softening e Do not use detergent or soap e Allow clothes to go through complete cycle e Repeat if necessary 2 If you prefer to use the Pre Wash or Soak Setting see page 8 Use the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes 3 Use the Mini Basket tub See page 10 Increase detergent LS SS ES SS a eS PP Aaa SASS SSE EE a ee a AE E Sissies e SEEE EE PsP e Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent Check hem of T shirt or nillow case If thev are white and center is yellow it contains body BAWARAA WR IARAA WO WA AAAS VT WEW DA CALW TAL Ww VR AEAU SEAARS GOEYAALWA L oil Restore whiteness following procedures on Grayed Clothes page 21 La continued next page gt m ad ki The Problem Solver continued BENE Naaa PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AN D REMEDY YELLOWED o Chlorine bl
14. LES TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIV E WEAR e Pins on garments or sharp objects l left in n pockets Cheek to p makes sure all such h objets are removed Also check wash tub a e a eka 8 Snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles zippers Fasten hGoks zippers sand buttons Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles This i is especially jihpotant in in washing knits which snag easily Turn knits inside out improper use of chlorine bleach Use only correct amount of bleach using Bleach Dispenser Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come into water mb ween Alti a 3 pean Ine a nee oe ae ele oe eB ss F pane ee ct contact with undiluted bleach Do Ot wipe up bleach Spills with clothes e Chemicals such as hair bleach dye permanent wave solutions battery acids and toilet bowi cleaners may cause fabric holes Rinse ali toweis and other articies that came in contact with these chemicals before putting them i in Wash Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals gt l ete E DI a Holes with random Square shapes with yellow dliscol ration may ybe based o e Small unnoticed tears may enlarge ou washing process Check garments before wahine and mend all rine and tears ot l b e EA LD SA AWREDS ae Be ales wilted SUAB DS wes Ee 23 Pte The Problem Solver continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SNAGS HOLES 4 As Per
15. UUYYiE AYAAIIY PAU VAII UC TGV WADHUCU UUL MaNMACLUTETS CUTE LUVELD FKY be followed carefully If washing is recommended check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend to as prevent escape of feathers or filling Fill washer add detergent and agitate for several minutes to dissolve detergent Add two pillows at a time to balance load use extra large water level For more information on care labeling send for What s New About CARE LABELS For sale by the Superintendent of Documents U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 a ree pes PoE trl ENE TA ela ee tae ete YS ete a e m a Fn i How to use the Bleach Dispenser e Use this dispenser with liquid bieach only If you prefer to use powdered bleach pour it into the Filter Flo pan or wash basket along with your detergent Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser e Measure bleach carefully Here are some recommended amounts LARGE WATER LEVEL 1 cup 310 ml liquid SMALL WATER LEVEL 2 3 cup 170 ml liquid MINI BASKET tub 1 4 cup 60 mi liquid e Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser e Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage Never pour undiluted liquid bieach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket or Mini Basket tub Fabric Softener Dispenser e Position the Fabric Softener Dispen
16. WED with undiluted liquid detergent Re wash using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric S KAUZ Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer Or by nand others may be safely l CENERAL washed Dut Wat all shrink in a dryer Follow Garment t Manufacturers Care Instru uctions ex xactly Tfi in doubt do not machine wash or d dry E e r wr er not e m we w a eatin shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have m improperly stretched sap obit by the manufacturer When this SCS enue may be pressed back into ra aftar aarh wach a na dry cycle a ols Aitwi caciz VYQLOEE ang Gr oen or delayed shrinkage is dad heh siafch or sizing in some fabrics is _ gradually removed by laundering May be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without t previous shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage a aboye hrinkage c caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat sr When washing drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used to shape set shrinkage may occur This cannot be corrected but it can be prevented by washing in cool or warm water drying on Low or Delicate heat WRINKLING IN e Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang clothes immediately PERMANENT PRESS AND NO IRON ITEMS e Too many clothes in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads
17. ain Barrei brand E SANITIZER Chlarine Rleach NLE E BAW av awttwibs such as Clorox brand Use in case of infection and Nef er ARR EET ASR ZAZA UALZ AS VRADTO contagious disease See under Bleach above WATER SOFTENER Non precipitating such as Calgon brand Follow package directions eee ele Add at Stait of wasil cycle Precipitating such as Follow package directions Borax brand SOAK AGENT Such as Biz brand PRETREATING STAIN AND SPOT REMOVERS Such as Spray n Wash and K2R brands Follow package directions Treat only heavily soiled areas Check garments Fat a lakhalan Fars LAA nAban CAIC I4AUCIS LUI LLISOLIULLIVIIDS Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle Do not pour undiluted liqui idc Cli washer or on dry clothes 2 Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special instructions ay tw om 4 1 May be used on ali kinds of fabrics 2 Is most effective in hot water 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2 Reduces static electricity 3 Use carefully Too much may cause staining on some clothes 4 Do not pour directly on clothes 5 For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle such as Rain Barrel brand follow man
18. carbonate detergent Use hotter wash water for example up to 150 F for cottons This also improves oily soil removal o If you wash in cooler water to save energy use more detergent to promote better washing Also be sure to use bleach on bleachable fabrics Use hot water whenever nossithle esa a e Add detergent and allow washer Fill and anitata far thraa nr fnarnr EEE ae agato LOL UMCG OF 1OUL minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes o Increase amount of detergent See guide on opposite page for recommended detergent amounts in relation to water hardness e Increase use of bleaches presoaks packaged water conditioners prewash soil and stain removers to help in otukha mila and a remoy ing s SLUOUULL sous ana stains Use greater care in sorting loads ih ees AS De ed oe es Wdoli VOLY ULLLY JUGUS SCPdldlely and increase detergent to help keep dirt from redepositing on less soiled items Wash delicate items separately to prevent damage from heavy sturdy clothes Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action of washer e Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness in clothes How to partiaiiy restore ciothes Once clothes have developed deposiis they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of two cups of vinegar in one gallon of hot tap water for 15 minutes USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER Then wash ciothes in the washer using detergent CAUTIONS
19. d chlorine type Small loads reduce wrinkling Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 Non coiorfast only non chiorine bleach when needed i o I i A ncaa hot watar T Tea MNAI doatoraant rearammoanda mm anida on Tr hite Or colorfast ou id chlorine type If unusually soiled Ow LEVEL YYW Wow INAAMIN UUtvi Bust k wUVWULLLLLAIWIINISVNL LL11 eB Vsuw wis WUouUucdiLy 9 Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach page 15 Small loads reduce wrinkling when needed No bleach Wash only if recommended by the garment manufacturer Follow instructions carefully Seldom needed If needed use only Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer non chlorine bleach No bleach Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment s warmth Wash separately Wet ee down gives off an oder which may be absorbed by other garments Odor disappears when gi garment is dry Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and granular detergent Close zippers Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance iad GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED i White or colorfast liquid chlorine type You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spots Rinse diapers nightgowns pads and sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand l Only non ch
20. dery residue on dark colored items e Causes spot fading of bright colors as a result of direct contact with detergent Reduces wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics e Destroys effectiveness of flame retardant finishes on cottons such as children s sleepwear e Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation Rrante mrau TORS RABY UES VASICE Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash enlutian SOVEULIVIE a Mat like crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits Increased service calis because of limestone deposits in the pump recirculation water hoses filters ee ee S Tera ee ee ee aaavuwa and other washer parts s Redured ncefni li pS A 3k Ate M ewes ULF LS Recommended methods to reduce limestone buildups e Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area e Install a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone buildup e Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate Good washing practices may delay limestone damage to clothes The olowin ing L recommendations will temporarily delay the effects of limestone on your clothes These are generally good washing practices and will give better soil removai whether or not you have hard water or use
21. e z Light Normal A Pre Selector Heavy Normal Light Soak Settings Soil Soil Wash rena wan o a sok o wan we 2 s 2 o s m m Spin 31 2 Rio 3i 3 i o 212 4ifo ih Mham Rinse Starts Here Spin 41 Ais AV Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle N SA eTotal times do not include water fill times Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level TURN THE PAGE for Controls Setting Guide 7 Controls Setting Guide for di Wash Water Temnerature nar ui Wwe wee wa Wash Spin Load Speed Cottons and Linens White Colorfast Bright Non colorfast Regular Cycle Normal or Light Soil Setting Sa Ve Storer ew Normal or Light Soil Setting Hot or Warm Warm or Cold Synthetics Poiyester Nylon Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics da u rdw o Work Clothes Heavy soil Normal Hot Regular Cycle Normal for small loads Heavy for all other loads Average soil Normal Hot or Warm Reguiar Cycie Normai Setting Permanent Press Treated Cottons Blends with Cottons Heavy or oily soil Normal Hot Perm Press Normal Soil Setting Average or light soil Normal Warm Perm Press Normal Soil or t Light Setting Normai Soii Setting Normal Soil or Light Setting SUKS Woois Light Setting a yJ EL Q
22. e Cycle Selector Knob to complete the cycle e Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser or the Mini Basket tub with the Pre Treat Cycles wees The SUDS RETURN feature permits you to save the wash water for reuse with a second load of wat heh Only WASH water from the DE MYTT A ANII PENERE POP REGULAR CYCLE can be saved A set tub with a minimum capacity of Zi gallons is required for storing the saved wash water TO SAVE WASH WATER Add sorted laundry and detergent FA trad haw ww waolivl e Close lid and set speed temperatures and water ievei following instructions on page 4 e Set SUDS RETURN switch to SAVE position Suds Sever e Set Cycle Selector as desired in the REGULAR CYCLE e Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start washer e The cycle will then be completed automatically storing the wash water in the set tub TO RETURN WASH WATER FOR RE USE e Set speed temperatures and water level following instructions Uil pase cp e Set SUDS RETURN switch to TArITY T a r RETURN position Suda Sever OFF SAVE ZEN RETUAN d Set Cycle Selector to SUDS RETURN in the REGULAR e CYCLE nce epi egg fl ipsilateral cei bh nit ita sa Bas Regular LIGHT SOL 7 eat Cycle NORMAL at wa i Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start washer Stored wash water will automatically be returned from th
23. e set tub to the washer After wash water has returned push Cycle Selector Knob in to stop washer e Add sorted laundry Do not add laundry to washer until i Stored wash water has returned from set tub to washer and 2 You turn machine off by pushing Cycle Selector Knob in Replace Filter Flo pan and add detergent about 1 2 of the normal amount SEL ALL USUALLY e Close lid and set SUDS RETURN naevretal tn HACE Owitei tw Wil PT Suds Sever OFF T AN Set Cycle Selector as desired in the REGULAR CYCLE e Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to Start washer e If required fresh water will enter washer until selected water level is reached The cycle will then be completed automatically rgy Saving Tips If your clothes and household items don t look clean and fresh after washing you will probably re wash them and that means you ll waste energy Remember to sort your clothes carefully and load them properly select correct cycles use enough detergent and choose a water temperature warm enough to release and get rid of soil e Use Hot Wash up to 150 F on a regular basis only when washing haavily aenilad artirlac__ench ae AsAWesy aay OWLAYAL CLI LIVIO DUVI QD work and play clothes s Under normai soil conditions wash in water above 80 F 27 C This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approxi
24. each may yellow some fabrics with re resin n finishes Use oxygen bleach such CLOTHES as Clorox 2 brand Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions Restore color continued using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands follow package directions e Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots 1 Use extra detergent plus a non precipitating water softener dissolved in water before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach _ 2 Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and manganese from water 3 Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup 3 in lines drain water heater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through s stain To remove overall TA use a a commercially available mena ml re za za m lt aa n one en ee an E re ee ee ee e Improper use of fabric softener Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes COLOR STAINS always dilute before adding to rinse water Dilute softener before filling your Fabric aN PA MVTY sO Onfranae Tlonancae Gan nace 1 Th SOLCNCI Dispenser See page 8 Also do not lift ld aur ing spin Lis inay Cause improper dispensing resultino in stains To remove stains damnen stained area and rub ae naan eee wh SSAA vw 2 Bt A A Ws LVAD ARAE AFIRE OA hn BA WASLAY Ww WWD AMEN E 4444425 WA LJ PCCALAW EO 844
25. emains treat with safe dry cleaning fluid or bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and drv aoe r a ows gt Apply rust remover using manufacturer s directions Rinse and Same as white and bleachable fabrics Caution Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic be sure you are in a well ventilated room when using them No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is fn miliar with the limitatinane and required rantione frcually nrintad an label Ise extreme cantion with flammahle camnainde anna V ALJAS LEEW AZLARIELGALANFLRA J 442508 baa baa aia we kL ALLE Mou wag r BRAUN VEL ALE hea WALA WEEEALAWEAL VY ith Tomma ne Compounds Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials waxes cleaning fluids etc be washed in washer Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death Save and refer to garment manufacturers care labels O uestions pound of UL dry clothes e Use of non phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to forma precipitate which can be mistaken for lint Use a phosphate or liquid detergent use warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged 4 i ba 2 J e 2 Cu Eg f aur jand o on Law gt jon Ru Cb kat Ou w3 G GQ CD ja
26. en Check house fuses or circuit breakers If another appliance i is s sharing the electrical outlet remove it Washer should have separate outlet WATER e Make sure temperature selector controls are i TEMPERATURE properly set IS INCORRECT Make sure hot and old faucets are inedi on and regulated correctly e Make sure hoses are pomnecied to ei faucets hot to hot cold to cold e Water valve screens may be stopped up Remove inlet hoses from os water valve Clean the screens and reinstall hoses e Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140 to 150 F 24 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DRAIN e Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft above floor WATER WON T Make sure drain hose is not kinked WATER LEAKS e Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets na amp Make sure end of drain hose is c e Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and front jam nuts tight See your Installation Instructions WASHER IS NOISY A sharp distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission locks in This sound is normal and may cause it to move from its original position In extreme cases usually occurs when washing a single heavy item or a small load when water le
27. ible and you may think they were caused by the wash cycle itself Once these spots become visible how can you remove them e Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes e Re wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these After You Wash stains Increase the amount of detergent normally used e Increase water temperature where fabric will permit e Wash synthetic garments more often 18 See next page for Stain Removal Guide For more complete information on stain removai request government hatllatin Damauine Ctainea Cr Arrn UULULIIL AINWVILIVUY ilg JLOAIILLO LLVil Fabrics 054D To obtain a copy write to Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 Available at low cost tain removal guide White and Bleachable Fabrics See Control Setting Guide Bleach on Page 7 Other Washable Fabrics Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Use dull tool to Same as white and bleachable fabrics carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder Adhesives Chewing Gum etc Anti_narcnirantc A nny nndilntad mnd dotarnant Rines Tf ctain ramaine hlear Came ac white and hleachahle fahricc ERELLAT PUL OP Li AILO Apply Uist quia MAUL EWIL ANEREONs RA OHI EVLA LAWL ICLEI CLO VY REEL CREAR WAVE AK wD Deodorants according to Stain Removal Hint on
28. iorine bleach when needed You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do hand knit garments by hand or in 7 l Mini Basket tub See page 10 Dai l No bleach Fill washer add detergent allow to dissolve before adding blanket Do one blanket at a time z Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent et No bleach On electric blanket sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from i damage Do one bianket at a time Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent ae l White or colorfast liquid chlorine type l Vacuum out loose dirt before washing ee White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Ifunusually soiled use Normal Wash Spin Speed i l White or colorfast liquid chlorine type l Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time Shake before washing to remove excess dirt No bleach For new indige blue jeans wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water fill o Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases May discolor plastic washer parts Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations but will probably never eliminate it l i The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads Se ee eer No bleach Tumble on FLUFF No Heat e Ee No bleach l Pillows are made of different materials dacron fiber foam polyester natural feathers and daum RAany millann nan ha manhina wmohad baat ma mersEn ntrunan Anes Lehinln sasin ha Ln Ae
29. manent Press garments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This TEARS RIPS OR is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused EXCESSIVE WEAR by washer You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with continued a Large Water Level Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press Daw 1 t h Remove collar stays when possible Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause enpe or tears Check agitator and file rough Spots if necessary May t be caused by use of Normal Wash Spin speed i for delicate articles Use Gentle xr A EPS A EP Minen T ahala Wash Spin speed Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labeis Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and j is not caused by washer Siow process by washing on Gentle Wash Spin speed e Too large loads or too little water Load yee only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level m e Pretreat with liquid detergent a so ae OO AA nn ee O aa wf M i M HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as collars and cuffs e Make sure cord i is plugaed into outlet OPERATE e Make sure both hot and cold faucets are e turiied on e Make sure controls are set and cycle selector knob i is pulled out io ON position WASHER WON T e Make sure lid is closed Washer wili fili but wiii not spin or agitate y with lid op
30. mately 90 to 1i0 F or hand comfortable If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot WhO WAALS Ww Ww OLE BSLV A BALSA Maw LAVU Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics Alwar wiman in nt When TL ALWay gt Lise 111 OIU VYAWI LIC temperature of the rinse does not affect cleaning e Try to wash less often Save articles of the same type of fabric SSS SSO eS eee J re A until you have a full load ah amallar landa e If you must wash smaller loads adjust the amount of water Small loads should have lower water levels e Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can tell vou which are the off peak hours e Use Normal Spin speed to remove more water and help lessen drying time The dryer will remove any wrinkles caused by Normal Spin o Use your Mini Basket tub for very small loads It uses less water than the small water level in the big tub on this washer You will also Clik rw ei a E ae ee EEA Save Off aciergent and energy How to use the The Mini Basket tub designed for small loads of regular fabrics or delicate hand washables can he used with any cycle aveant tha VT ZZZ 455 zy varre Pe Taw Pre treat Cycles Typical Mini Basket tub wash loads e Small loads of regular fabrics fnn ta OIA nninde VP LNF few f Ln pYyeino Delicate loads such as lingerie panty hance girdles blo
31. ne Vegetables or Food Removal Hint on opposite page launder stain with non chlorine bleach Coloring Grass Foliage Flowers Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted Mildew Scorch while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If liquid detergent Bleach remaining stain either type stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint with non chlorine bleach then launder on opposite nage launder Severe score h cannot he removed Old mildew stains can seldom he removed wal MEP PVs re AGALEAALAWAs Aww TULU DIAZ A WAR WEEAZAAWE UW L WELL TWO LP Scorch can seldom be removed ae La meade ent dmeernd nent rreshi stains Piace stain face down ON an absoroent towe ana sponge with dry cleaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply undiluted liquid detergent Old stains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page C Kn A LhLlasahahta fale alll ad white and DiICAaACHaADIC lani ics except launder using non chlorine bleach Paint and Varnish Soften with oil lard or Vaseline then sponge with turpentine or Same as white and bleachable fabrics banana oil Launder in warm water Perspiration Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If Launder in warm water Rinse well Bleach color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with with non chlorine bleach ammonia or vinegar If any stain r
32. ne or Q rmt w 7a g 7 pg one before adding clothes ik wash water See page 15 lt d m a ru ra an Clan em a am oe detergent See page 15 e Incorrect use of fabric softener If used in wash cycle softeners may react with detergent to create a white deposit Use softeners in rinse cycie only unless package nani tAn anAdine tn wack muna T Tarna Canh ein O ALftanar Titanmanane MA Park ires Q Sspeciries AUU LU Wai vyviv Wow LAULI VUI LOLU LFISPULIOUL WL ier O Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends i is caused oi normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may help Static electricity caused by overdrying will cause attraction Use fabric softener in rinse cycie Pe E GREASY OR OILY These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before STAINS ON washing clothes However if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle the LAUNDERED oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water The spots will then be very visible They GARMENTS are not caused by the washer Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible aiter wearing g sc morc detergent than normal and hottest water fabri ic Cail stand I if Spots appear i ub in g undiluted liquid detergent let stand 30 minutes and TOAN with extra detergent using hottest water fabric can stand i 20 GRAYED CLOTHES
33. ng a washer or removing from service remove the washer lid e Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bleaches fabric softeners ata yant nf tha raanh af rhildvran CU oj VUE UL UI VALI UL CniiGi Vil preferably in alocked cabinet Observe all warnings on container labels to aes a gt BS BARS SSS shi avoid personal i injury Keen the area around and A i PAA CEA WE SEA U VEAAWE PAARE underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping e To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning except the removal and nanine nfthan lint filtar nl cicaning Ui the HIR IUWI NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector Innh ta an OCG mnctian Anaa AIOT REPU al Vii PVSIUJII Goes iNJ i disconnect the appliance from the power supply Din mat tamnar with Wah BU BRUE eae di VV BVHE VWAUFRRLE QY e Do not operate this appliance e PETER Heer nt a ona e ote on if it is Uda eeu malf UUCUULIYS partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts includin ee ee gel awh AT AK ABWAA on un A A a damaged cord or plug Nevercrl mb an ar ctand an the A EWY WE WEERGAL WAL VE J te VT wa washer top a Da nat mna Z EJU ssl Was as your washer Skin
34. nn nal mmber en bE ot a Le you ve made a Selection turn knob to RESET and select new level Fry N 4x7 Select Wash Rinse Temperature T 2 3 EL t H D Suds Saver See pages 8 and 9 for use of the Suds Saver feature When Suds Saver feature is not being used leave the switch in the OFF w Vea ty TT aww AR aaa va position be Pic arare teh hp Sen Traa retest creer net En r a E ee er ca EET UROTE a A sects celine te Tips to Help You Select Settings gt Push Cycle Selector Knob in Regular Cycle Knits Cycle and turn clockwise to your selected Provides longer wash time for A combination of agitation and wash setting most cottons linens work and soak for more effective polyester play clothes knits laundering GA bp nli Oxrnla Galacrtar Knnh a ou ut Q D Uii Ve yreie WELT LBL U to start the washer If you wish to Reguler change setting after washer has yee started push Cycle Selector Knob in to stop the washer and reset to nectar grr Perm Press Cycie Prewash and Soak Cycles the new position Setting Call be z a changed at any time An extended cool down spray rinse Use with most soaking aids to is provided to minimize the setting loosen embedded soils and stains of wrinkles What Happens in Each Setting Approximate Minutes Regular__ Knits Perm Press Protea Cycl
35. oad 3 Double Sheets 6 Long Sleeve Shirts 3 Boxer Shorts 6 Standard Pillow Cases 5 T shirts 4 Pair Trousers 1 TF 6 Handkerchiefs da ve Ring shows a proper Joad Clothes have ample room to move because they are not packed down nor wrapped around the agitator Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are apt to pack down which encourages overloading This size load requires a full water fill What is the best size load of clothes large medium or small Save time energy and detergent by avoiding extra use of the washer Try to wash a fuil load of clothes If you can it is better to save clothes until you have a full load If you must wash smaller loads save water energy and detergent by adjusting the water level for the size of the load See om rva page 4 12 Emaninl rnnnmmmandiatinne OPELA CCORA UIS far wachine nermanent nracc AWK VV SOLIE BRERA Sh res AAAVIAAW SHAW gra Tr hF F e if you do not have a dryer Tf van are machine wachinag AL J VAY AAAGVIWAAALILWY VY CSIR RASS os Permanent Press clothes that you plan to line dry or drip dry use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash process Be careful not to overload washer Permanent Press cioihes baat g Ea t hava amal Aa rTAAmMN tA mAava must nave aipe room to move freely A Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that should be washed Use more water than you would for a regular load Use a Medium Wate
36. of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Write down the model ameh Carnal ma mopers AnG SCPE PUMOECIS You ll find them on a label on the lower left side near the front These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your washer Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your washer To obtain Hispanic version of this book call The GE Answer Center 800 626 eae Pa at Tabb oa ot a consumer infor mation service Toll free Para obtener la version en espa ol de ste manual llame gratis a The GE Answer Center servicio de informaci n para el consumidor telefono 800 626 2000 E E T E E S EA All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission January 1984 s B m ns a2 aoe es rs IR u r ta A az fp rahe a Fy ra FOR YOUR SAFETY f f p A Immediately call if you smell gas 1 Open windows 2 Don t toucn electrical switches 3 Extinguish any Anan tama ES eee Pe eer your gas supplier ear Bu casa ee ee Ma MUAF E TEE SPREE E EME Ba ViVi ity switci Liri on or off because sparks may ignite the je gas ae 3 line or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
37. opposite page If color has except use non chlorine bleach changed you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia Rinse thoroughly Blood Soak in cold water then launder in warm water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Soak in cold water Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder in warm water Soak in cold water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry Chocolate Cream Tce Cream and Milk Coffee and Tea Without cream Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on Sponge with warm water If stain remains opposite page Launder With cream Follow guide directions for apply warm glycerine let stand 30 minutes and rinse well UE SPULIEY with a a safe d ary cleaning fluid Launder cicaiii Cosmetics Eye Shadow Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fiuid Appiy undiluted iiquid Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fiuid Lipstick Mascara Liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Then launder in warm detergent water or Pancake Makeup Rouge Hint on opposite page Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Sponge with warm water Bieach remaining Wi
38. py with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most nanaon thin wrnll nalen th m ananth VOUS UUS Wil DUIVE WEC PIODICII NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations General Electric Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 27 ron ee ee 9 Aa EE ERY PS SET TER SEER RI SETS ES EE Eat AES EFT aS RTT SLs SOAS SP OE WP PRAT MMT TK AE CETTE Re i Pa Part No 113D5497P019 Pub No 49 9546 pens 6 37 FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY Enr rone voar from data of oriainal i on i v yw FWEEI VEAL we Li purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or repiace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of originai purchase we will provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the transmission that fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay far tha carina trin ta unir jhama IU WIG OSGi VIOO UIW tU yuu GVID and service labor charges Or if you desire
39. r Level for a Small Load a am m m EE TEA ne me F PER aes Large Water Level lIOI d Medium T nad AANT LANL e o Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang we Nem we Fy eevee me aiid ad eea awyr ewe immediately To minimize wrinkling use Gentle Wash Spin Speed d ANINI may GEUSULELEWV LILLI submerging next to the agitator Replace the Filter Flo p Eere vam amp wer b A restart the washer NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend the use of a net laundry bag Factors to consider in selecting detergents and soap _ ee as eee Products Advantages Disadvantages Phosphate Perform well in hard or soft water Are not available in some areas Powdered Detergents EL Wash all types of fabrics well Can be used in hot warm or B AS cold water T Non Phosphate Perform satisfactorily in soft Powdered Detergents or moderately hard water Generally do not clean well in hard water May be difficult to dissolve especially in cold water In some areas only non phosphate products are available Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with ha
40. rd water Should not be used in cold water See page 14 Liquid Detergents Perform weii in soft water _ May not perform as weil as powdered phosphate products Offer better performance in when diluted in wash water hard water than powdered non phosphate types blends well Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Cleans synthetics and fabric Completely dissolve even in cold water Soaps Perform well in soft water Generally do not clean well in medium hard or hard water May combine with water hardness minerals to form sticky soap curd The results of continued use of carbonate deterg Is your water hard If it is and if you use a Carbonate type non phosphate detergent you will most probably notice limestone deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up If your water is VERY HARD il or more grains and if you wash just a few loads a week you may see limestone buildups in just a few months ammar mn wmn anr S Effects on clothes Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on cotton it will eventually affect various fabrics in the following ways e Gives a stiff harsh rough feel to fabrics such as toweling Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy e Causes graying of fabrics e Leaves a white pow
41. reas contact your But if you have more than 10 Z county agent grains you wili need to soften your water with either The answer will be you have so many grains per gallon and means this a a re er a 1 Atl installed Walter soiten ner in your home or 4 TL a u nA aF es LIIC USG UL softener a packi O to 3 grains per gailon SOFT 4 to 10 grains HARD ll to 19 grains VERY HARD 20 grains and over EXTREMELY HARD For information on water softeners see guide below Add this much water softener with a full water level Grains of l over 30 hardness O t 4 84 je Seas daa When using 4 cup 2 Cup cup i cup i cup plus i tablespoon for every 5 grains above with detergent 120 ml 160 ml 30 240 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains When using cur CUD p 1 cup 1 cups 1 cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above with soap 160 ml 240 ml 360 ml 30 300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains 16 Other laundry products BLEACH Chiorine Liquid such as Clorox brand Tilaa A a eee al See WISPECHSCI according iO instructions o ge 8 Foilow package directions Put bleach into washer with detergent Non chiorine such as Clorox 2 brand FABRIC SUOURLENERS Rinse additive such as Use your Fabric Softener Dispenser Downy Brand according to instructions on page 8 Follow package directions Wash Additive such as Add during wash cycle R
42. s 1 2 cups 1 cups acu 10 20 Gr E P j p HARD 4 10 Gr High Sudsing Powder Type 1 cups 1 2 cups 1 cups cup Low Sudsing Concentrated MAFRA WHAELL COLW Powder Type Grains 0 10 Mini Large Medium Small Basket LIQUID PiU FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS How to use detergent granular or powdered Place detergent in the filter pan for normal conditions but for best results put it next to the agitator after the clothes have been loaded If your detergent doesn t dissolve well predissolve the detergent in hot water then pour directly into the wash basket 1 Use recommended amount of detergent for your load and water hardness as shown in guide 2 Other detergent types Low and normal suds powders liquids non phosphate powders follow recommendations on package 3 For hard water treatment see page 16 Hard water do you have it z Before you can decide what to do If your water is SOFT you have about hard water you need to know no problem You can use soap or if you have it and if so how hard detergent as you prefer and forget it is all about hard water If you have HARD water less than 10 grains P and you use phosphate detergent alan has ma NN TART s If you live in a municipal area contact your water company fe you ais llave liv proo cin e If you live in a rural area or in some suburban a
43. ser on the Fiiter Fio pan e Pour manufacturer s recommended amount of fabric softener into a standard measuring cup e Add enough water to fill the cup 1 2 full e Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser e The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed at the proper time e Do not stop the washer during the first spin This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon e When using Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Mini Basket tub use one 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or one 1 tehlacnann 14 mh af dAdlutad WUIV PVVII iv Sit Wi WUWILULVU softener e Do not use etne Fabric Softener ith Dicnangar t a7 ROpP UV a Cycles all How to Use the Pre reat Cycles Z AN a Tn em ra t as PaEWASH Pr S 1 Ssc Zi Cycles e Load clothes into the washer e Put soaking agent in the Filter Flo pan Select desired speed water temperatures and water level Set Cycle Selector to SOAK or PREWASH as desired Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start washer The cycle will be completed automatically The Pre Treat Cycles will NOT progress automatically into the REGULAR wash cycle e For an extended soak allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent Then push in the Cycle Selector Knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period pull out th
44. ssible The fresher the stain the easier it is to remove 2 Before attempting to remove any stain take these steps 6 Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the next page and use t MANN an Nnn mathadao 1 dad 1Y reccommenatca HHU LUIVUS e care label instructions ith tha aarmant Uli UI EL iiti 2 oe D n et stain removal aaa ona neida caam nr nn a camnla WELW We AR UE WEL UL wiy iw f 3 Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing 4 Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent How to remove stains Porm a ne fem rer Pes rN I lh A we a PY ere art rial a TR A ALR NA el Ne hema Set re ede fen Arm em ts Ae RR ARR UA mA amaeana Stain Removal Hint Using Chlorine Bleach for White and Bleachable Fabrics Mix 1 4 cup 60 ml chlorine bieach with one galion 3 8 liter of al erntan nwenenwiematal QA COO01 WaiCi appriOaliiiattiy OU 1 27 C in a sink or pan Soak stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer The Case of the Invisible Stain LEW Wr eE Y Wh WAAW AE y AA AT i Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments may cause stains which are virtually invisible and which you may not notice as you eart ernie Alathan rtan tha wianha put your Ci0me Es into tae Wasner If these stains are not completely amarar in tha wach tha nily annta icinovea IUL LLL WaOli tli vily spur may pick up dirt from the wash water Then they will become very vis
45. t that monius ana LOmIoVve any ELL Lae may have accumulated No tools are needed simply grasp agitator with both hands and pull straight up sharply The slotted section at the top of the metal shaft has a light reating of lnhrinant ta nravant narte COALS UL LUULIUGLIL WY PLUVI par sticking together If this area appears to be dry apply a light coat of grease or petroleum jelly around the slotted section of the shaft before replacing the agitator Do m When Ea the anoe carefully lower straight down onto the shaft so that it fits into the slots Then apply downward pressure until agitator snaps into its normal position ho oN How to remove lamectonoe RV Ww BEBARQWIIUTR Homnectea fram elaadaad ae TEW WJA LO EA WERL UEU Say Gon We 2 Filter Flo pan Soak filter pan in a preheated 160 F 71 C solution of halif A winaar and half watar far 14 ViLIN Ba CAL EAL ALGAE V CALWR AVL Inz minutes Then brush each side of pan with a stiff bristle brush while flushing with running water ee CAUTIONS Do not soak in porcelain container Vinegar can damage porcelain e Do not exceed 180 F 82 C or filter pan may warp If You Need Service I To obtain service see your warranty mie tha Lante sen Ae AP et 4 At Vib UIC UCK page OL UMS DOOK We re proud of our service and 1 a Tf Laa MM M aA re want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not hap
46. ufacturer s instructions exactly wee eaw ani ws nve m Guards ag erea wear ga anis a T ea aa de ee TD viruses Suspends hardness minerals in solution keeping n ENEE eee water ciear Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water CAUTION Washer control panels and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain maris wf onah nendiunta nra onrauad n r hava TCIUUVEeL proaucts li such proaucis alv dpiayvu on or Miavy direct contact with the washer Apply these pretreatment products away from washer The fabric may then be washed normaliy Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty TINTS AND DYES Powdered such as Rit and Tintex brands Follow package directions NOTE Tinted garments may not be colorfast Wash separately Clean washer to avoid discoloration through complete cycle 2 5 A E using hot water 1 2 cup 120 m detergent 1 cup 240 ml aN Wipe PN mwen exterior paiis Caution T linting may discoloi plastic in washer Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration but may never eliminate it For more information on sanitizers send for Government Bulletin 57B Sanitation in Home Laundering available from the Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 17 i Try to remove stains as soon as po
47. uses sweaters we RANZ U Ww AL DHA LTA EWL g WALLA lag socks shirts baby clothes and other small delicate hand washables e Stuffed toys e Tennis shoes How to wash a small load of regular fabrics or delicate hand washables 1 Remove Filter Flo pan 2 Place Mini Basket tub on agitator Pull the agitator toward the front of the machine for easier installation and removal of Mini Basket tub 3 Load clothes in Mini Basket tub See page 11 for sorting help A A ftar landing clathan in tha Ve AILL IVAGHIZ VLVULLIVO A151 LIIV Mini Basket tub be sure to replace the Filter Flo pan The pan serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Mini Basket tub 5 Put 1 4 to 1 3 cup 60 to 80 ml detergent into Filter Flo pan 6 Add bleach if desired Measure carefully and pour recommended Arri t af lanniid hleac __A cup amount Wi Huyuru leach AULT w 60 ml directly into the bleach dispenser See page 8 for dispenser instructions a fo SSS po e iia 7 Add fabric so BS ee BAe oe aw sis Pour 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or 1 tablespoon 15 ml of diluted softener into Fabric Softener Dispenser on Filter Flo pan See page 8 for dispenser instructions aoe S tener if desired wan ss am a Special instructions for use of the Mini Basket tub used with any cycle except the Pre treat Cycles Do not wash clothes in the regular Len ntene Pop ey
48. vel is set higher than necessary the spin basket may strike the outer tub creating a loud but harmiess noise To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart aw AAP SEE we 8 eee Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin WASHER PAUSES Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash and spin or TAT AANT O IN CICLE between spin and rinse f vou need more help ca all toll free eS e aan am e R m n The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Kho Si Care and Cleaning The tub The porcelain is elaanina T aova lid nanan aftar VIVAL AuWVavw 18 vpwil IF En ern evaporate Do not use gt harsh or gritty cleansers The exterior Wipe off any spills of washing compounds Wipe or dust with damp cloth Try not to hit surface with sharp objects Lo store washer Ask service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather For long vacations Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing _ Lubricate with grease J or wa Petroleum N kiy The Activator agitator Remove at regular intervais about 4 to 6 antha a lin
49. vicinity ofthis or any other anmnlianra CAREC IUG ET N amp To reduce the risk of lire electric shock or injury to FEAR TE whan FINT eTe Wansey annianr yA Petes FRSA FY ARV SALIRA E ga J TIOUNE BERF pPRITEREN Ug follow basic precautions including the following e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in S452 44 24555 gt ee ee ee ee SS this Use and Care Book s This washer must he pronerlv ABER TIBIAE DAAD ASO a M TS installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your washer you can obtain one by contacting the service m m an amn m m anm mdk location nearest you Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Trmetrunti inne ZESSLGREERERUSHE KEROLA CHR LUEURS o Install or store where it will not Sa SXST HERI AD news marwrntumeonn hal nezr h Atn UE CAPUSCY LU AICI GLEE RS UTCIU YY gt freezing or exposed to the a s am ome a nite Ae anal Connect toa properly r ited protected and sized power s om circuit to avoid electrical overload ww hh RAEL TV BLT WEE Ck Connect to adequate plumbi ne and drain facilities ac dec riha dir CARIAS LZA CLRI AAW RLILEW O CLO aescr 106 Ti the Installation Instructions 2 rP aee AFL ex ie tray fr inata err than
50. we will provide a compietely reconditioned transmission You pay for the shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and service labor charges ed 2 a umm a d a Service trips tO Our nome to teach you how to use the product Read vour Use and Care material aww uu ws r wun wes u we If you then have any questions _about operating the product piease contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service e Improper installation If you have an installation problem coniaci your deaier or instaiier You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities ama RS RRND ATE EI AE SENAY PEA OE SPEAR E aan ctf LANE This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel cosis to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC
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