GE WWA8326L User's Manual
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1. Contents Agitator 26 Repair Service 27 Appliance Registration 2 Safety Instructions 3 4 Bleach Dispenser 8 Soak Setting 5 9 Care and Cleaning 26 Sorting 4 11 Controls Setting Guide 6 7 Stains 18 Cycle Settings 5 Stain Removal Guide 19 Detergents Other Additives 13 17 Storage amp Vacation Tips 26 Energy Saving Tips 8 User Maintenance Instructions 26 Fabric Softner Dispenser 9 Warranty Back Cover Filter Flo Pan 4 9 10 26 Hard Water 16 Limestone Deposits 14 26 Loading the Washer 4 12 Mini Basket Tub 10 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructions 4 5 Pre treating 7 11 17 GE Answer Center 20 25 800 626 2000 Problem Solver Cees Model WWA8326L EE Annhanras ey cy Af E RH aw Fe pea a esi ae Se eee rp ALITTI E E pra OG f 7 nay ae Fj Mee os f WP d 4h t L nnise nanio n BE ARC GU LUS VUUR Cal tity It is intended to help you operate and maintain ae Hy Nay washar CSILIANL ERACAAARLCLALZE J is Ww VV CEILEWL properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include wanr nhanoa nimbkar JVuUL priviie HULLIUWI J Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY2. Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin ae e an an a am LL L A X a m E PET i a EEEE ee See Be 1_ o O BP E ee i m 1 L_ LO COTTCCL Opel Me HU dnu ICUIStUioUule tic lOda CVCILLy aADUUL LIC Wasil Od the lid and restart WASHER PAUSES e Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash and spin or between spin and rinse INCYCLE EEE a ae A ee SO fe UOT OE ve eR et E ae ee oe ee y If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center LE 00 626 2000 consumer information service bo A a ee oe EM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WATRR WON a MaLa enra drain haca ic nat binlad a eee ywin GAWwY OEY LIL CEALL AWW AD LV NALA ae YY lt AS EES Y USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The tub The porcelain is self cleaning Leave lid open after aaa rm don re aas Pet ate Fes washing to allow moisture to evaporate Do not use 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 To 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 ail water from hoses if weather will
3. Normai Soil or Light Setting Pillows Perm Press amp Knits Cycie Gentle Speed SS ET A LIETA EEN AAE AATE CT SST TN eaea metr oarra arrap siana aieh jer e Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels Liquid chlorine type If colorfast is unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended on Only non chlorine bleach when needed page 15 White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 Ria Ae hee Tee ees EE A E INULTCULIUI Ladt willy AVLIPUCIUVL EIS OITA when needed Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Small loads reduce wrinkling Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 when needed White or colorfast liquid chlorine type If unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended in guideon 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 White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Seldom needed If needed use only Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer _hon chlorine bleach oe Nobleach o Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment s warmth Wash separately Wet down gives off a odor which may be absorbed b
4. How to use the Bleach Dispenser e Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only If you preter to use powdered bleach pour it into the wash basket along with your detergent Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser 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 i MINI BASKET tub 1 4 cup ETT 60 ml 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 o Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or LILLO LIIT VADU VSR UE IVEERRAS Basket tub Howtousethe Ba Fabric Softener a V Dispenser 2 _ _ ab _ e Position the Fabric Softener Dispenser on the Filter Flo 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 Pour the diluted softener into the proper time Do not stop the washer during he first spin This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon When using Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Mini Basket tub use one 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or one 1 tablespoon 15 ml of dijuted softener e Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Soak Setting Cycle
5. TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIVE washer You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a WEAR Large Water Level Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press continued Remove collar stays when possible s on agitator may cause rips or tears Check agitator and file rough aa Dawrhen h kd Kouguness Or DULIS ON agitas spots if necessary e May be caused by use of Regular Cyc Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Gentle Speed Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels e Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Slow process by washing on Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Gentle Speed Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will rmal Gnaed for delicate articles Use m WA BESS vwpee BNL WWAAWEEEW BEA vaaran collars and cuffs move freely Select correct water level HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as o Pretreat with liquid detergent e Make sure cord is plugged into outlet e Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on e Make sure controls are set and cycle selector knob is pulled out to ON position A OPERATE nate rt reret x714 Bit W Willis a Os Ge E ir EE EEA UCI Wilk Lilt VUL Wik Make sure lid is closed Was Check house fuses or circuit breakers If another appliance is sharing the electrical outiet remove it Washer shouid have sep
6. stains e Increase the amount of detergent normally used s Increase water temperature where fabric will permit See next page for Stain Removal Guide For more complete information on stain removal request government bulletin Removing Stains From Fabrics 054D To obtain a copy write to Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 Available at low cost White and Bleachable Fabrics See Control Setting Guide Bleach on Page 7 Other Washable Fabrics Same as white and bleachable fabrics Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Use dull tool to carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder i Chewing Gum etc Same as white and bleachable fabrics except use non chlorine bleach Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page If color has changed you may be abie to restore it by sponging with ammonia Rinse thoroughly Anti perspirants Deodorants Soak in ccid water then launder in warm water If stain remains Sponge or soak in cool water then launder bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Biood Soak in cold water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid Soak in cold water Sponge with a safe dry Apply undiluted liquid d
7. Treat mildew spots while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If either type stain remains bleach According to Stain Removal Hint m rm an a am amp o opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Grass Foliage Flowers Mildew Scorch Fresh stains Piace stain face down on an absorbent towei and Same as white and bieachabie fabrics sponge with dry cleaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply except launder using non chlorine bleach undiluted liquid detergent Old stains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page ink Balipoint Same as white and bleachable fabrics Paint and Varnish Soften with oil lard or Vaseline then sponge with turpentine or banana oil Launder in warm water Launder in warm water Rinse well Bleach with non chlorine bleach Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar If any stain remains treat with safe dry cleaning fluid or bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on AmmaAnest mo AN rym ar nnd A lagna Vp PUE pay iat Ger ana ary Perspiration Same as white and bleachable fabrics Apply rust remover using manufacturer s directions Rinse and Rust launder Caution Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic be sure you are in a well ventilated room when using them No cleaning fluid s
8. Blends of Silk IT Light Setting and Wool Rayon and Acetate Light Setting Normal Soil Setting Gentle Speed Down filied garments if machine Warm washing is recommended Neel Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Hot Regular Cycle Normal Speed Normal or Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveraiis Baby Clothes Delicate Warm Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Light Setting Gentle Speed Regular Cycle Normal Speed 5 min soak then Light Soil Setting Blankets Wool Part Wool Cotton 5 min soak then Light S Light Soil Setting Blankets Synthetic Electric Warm g i Regular Cycle Normal Speed Curtains DO NOT MACHINE Hot or Warm Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Normal Soil Setting teat Gentle Speed WASH FIBERGLASS Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Normal Soil Setting Chenille Bedspreads Robes Gentle Speed Slipcovers Draperies Bathmats Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Speed Normal or Heavy Setting E g and Rugs depending on amount of soil Denims especially Indigo Blue Cold or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Speed Normal or Light Soil Setting Jeans and other fabrics that bleed Hot or Warm Normal Soil or Light Setting Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Rubber coated Items Laminated Gentle Speed Fabrics Vinyl Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim
9. minimize tangling we recommend i tha raa nafn ant launder bae Uiw UDU Ul a LIVE IAU Y Udg 9 9 Factors to consider in selectino detercents a GB SUS iF pi Products Advantages Disadvantages Phosphate t Perform well in hard or soft water Are not available in some areas Powdered Detergents Wash all types of fabrics well ug Can be used in hot warm or e cold water il Non Phosphate Perform satisfactorily in soft Generaily do not clean weil in j Powdered Detergents or moderately hard water hard water na g In some areas oniy non phosphaite May be difficult Ae ATIO nila t wks products are available necially i monid water espec ALLY ALAL WAJANE VV CALA Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may nnanna haem fil limmactanae Aanncita CauS narimiuis simMmestOne Geposis aed on clothes and washer when ae combined with hard water See page 14 Shouid not be used in coid water a aces May not perform as well as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wasn water Perform well in soft water Offer better performance in hard water than powdered non phosphate types blends well Are excellent as concentrates wWwaawWaatw wow wri anaa w for removing spots Completely dissolve even in cold water Cleans synthetics and fabric er er eee eT er So
10. 40225 if you received a damaged washer Immediately contact the dealer or buudery that cold vow tie washer Save time and money Before you request service check the Problem Solver on pages 20 25 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you Cali correct yourself EAL D ae er O i Fa a oS VV RES UUW HU tne modei and serial numbers Yov 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 Seriai Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your washer To obtain Spanish language waraan afthiahanl nall VWeLolyli VI ULLD UVUULR VAIL GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service r Dara nhtanar la varcainn an i dLa VU IU VeELoIuUuii vl espanol de ste manual llame a GE Answer Center servicio de informaci n para el consumidor telefono 800 626 2000 All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling d hu tha Hoadaral Trada n nrnrNrAary TORA Ta uy UIW i VUVICGI ALLOA Commission JULU y IZIT w Chai YOUR SAFETY you smell gas ra nen windows 2 Don t touch a E electrical SWIT nes cA 3 Extinguish any lt open flame A t nthoate PORTE S
11. 6 Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets Check to make sure ail are removed Also check wash tub e Snaps hooks sharp buttons beit buckles zippers Fasten hooks zippers and buttons Remove sharp buttons and beit t buckles This is especially important in washing knits which snag easily Turn knits inside out Vow VHIY VVLAEE QILIUULIL UL UIVaGLIL UDI Dispenser Never add undilut ad bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come into i contact with undiluted bleach Do no t wipe up bleach spills with clothes Toa nnl AArPrANt arnnint at hlan nh usin ware Diaanh 15 eivavil such objects e Chemicals such as hair bleach dye permanent wave solutions battery acids and toilet bow cleaners mav cause fabric holes Rinse all towels and aher articles that m TR are ae ee ee oe ae ee Se Oe Oe ee SO eee Se came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals e Small unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process Check garments before washing and mend all rips and tears N continued next oe bh Loe POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY e As Permanent Press garments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused by PROBLEM SNAGS HOLES
12. be below freezing wr wet ae Oo Be Lubricate with grease mi d f or Petroleum Jelly The Activator agitator Remove at regular intervals about 4 to 6 months and remove any lint that 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 coating of lubricant to prevent parts sticking together If this area appears to be dry apply a light coat iwa the slotted section of the shaft before replacing the agitator Do not overgrease Excess grease may get into clothes load When replacing the agitator 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 of grease or petroleum jelly around How to remove limestone deposits from clogged Filter Fio pan e Soak filter pan in a preheated 160 F 71 C solution of half vinegar and half water for 15 minutes Then brush each side of pan with a stiff bristle brush while flushing with running water CAUTIONS Do not soak in porcelain container Vinegar can damage porcelain e Do not exceed 180 F 82 C or filter pan may warp E ce deh Milal fee eaten a PEE ae cc ce ce leet If You Need Service To obtain service see v
13. e Leaves a white powdery residue on dark colored items o Causes spot fading of bright colors as a result of direct contact with detergent e Reduces wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics Destroys effectiveness of flame retardant finishes on cottons such al aan an In al AACMITIAaNe as childi en sS Sic pweai e Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation Effects on washer e Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution Mat like crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits e Increased service calls because of limestone deposits in the pump recirculation water hoses filters and other washer parts Reduced useful life of washer 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 a A nt m ah be an fCalanan water SOLIGHET SUCH as agon brand with phosphate Good washing practices may delay limestone damage to clothes The following recommendations will temporarily delay the effects of limestone on your clothes Thaca These are generally good washing practices and will give better soil removal whether or not you have hard wat
14. to a properly rated protected and sized nower supply AF Lur Wl bE ES 64442489 1 24 Ww OS wh Je circuit to avoid electrical overload Conn ect to adequate nhuimhin wes WEEE ROCLL wiu v p umoing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions e Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves 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 1s located so that it will not be stepped on tripped Over OF otherwise subjected iO damage or stress e Jo not repair or replace any part oi ofthe appliance or attempt any Se Sei yicing uniess Specilically recommended in this Use and Care BR EER miuhiiohari LIQOP_POreasr UFR RAR pF SSAe ade Re is Ba Fa BR ee ate ructions that you understand ave were skills to carry out Wo corre i WARNING To reduce the risk of stopped befe To minimize the possibility of injury e Do not miy chlorine bleach with AFF AINIYE LRAARLI WAREWA AREY UF Deha FT AGAS ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death e Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustibleor explosivesubstances such ac s gasoli
15. Aw result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing ae amy m a en ee ae g during subsequent washer use waesnnemmaen onal continued next page Trmmnrtawnt RRR DOr BES FAG satety i e The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of Tanlama ran TR ax yeuert ninni A werent RAUL ALD AU VURIL Suen a ivosult the garment manufacturer s care instructions should be followed very carefully Automatic Two Speed Washer with Mini Wasah Sorting and Loading e Sort clothes carefully by fabric type weight color and amount of soil according to instructions on page 1l e Remove Filter Flo pan and Mini Basket The underside of the lid isa good place t tn o 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 and when to use the Mini Basket tub on page 10 e Add measured amount of detergent See pages 13 through 17 for information on detergents and other additives e Load clothes into the wash basket being careful not to overload Clothes should be below the retaining ring Sce page i2 for more loading information HOLE CALE BIR BS continued J For washer operation Do not leave washer lid up during cycle This will stop the wash and spin action and prevent we en te PE SASE A S Pe
16. D Dicnacse of diceardoad Ba YB ai iani a Wwe appliances and shipping or packing materials properly Before discarding a washer or removing from service remove the washer lid e Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bieaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children nrafarahiv in a lankad nahanat Ohearva PIVIVLAUEY Mi AIVD LOU LL WUSW YU all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury Keep the area around and 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 ihe possibility of slipping To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance ar nlaanina favnant tha ramaual and Wi VIVAL wAeeyvt LAL AWLLIVV a aiiu cleaning of the lint filter RICWP Rs Thirnina tha Cucla Selector ANU E As ULUNG Ut O yO GC knob to an OFF position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply e Do not tamper with controls me o EE P OASI TE hen AAs A S IU LUL UpUL AW LIS appar if itis damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has RSE Se A eS A AAWHEh missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug e Never climb on or stand on the washer ton wT r a e Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer Clin irritation could YADL JILA AE SUG
17. EMS id laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work py EES Ee mh ee 2 4 a regular laundry WwW BOS ATOPE J E EARE EOE Pe a aae T iaai _ a i Teo many clothes in washer Yy rermanent P ress loads SHOuLG always regular loads no more than medium loads to give clothes room to Incorrect wash and dry cycies Use Permanent Press Wash cyc cooldown rince tn minimize wrinkling Also use Permanent Pra WiJWADEW YY 26 A LAA W UW AZSASAAALS LACS SASMEARZ Is BLW4 MNW A WA AAAELALWAAL A LW rr 4 eee ere TE E ress items such aS SHITtS OF DIOUSES DO not wasn PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY clothes immediately were Incorrect water level Use Lar ge Water Level for Medium I Load Medium Levei for Small Load Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in coid or warm water with pienty nf detercent Wi Ube ews e Accumuiation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents if you must use a non phosphate detergent avoid the use of high carbonate built detergent e Failure to use fabric softener Proper use will minimize wrinkling To remove wrinkles e Retumble on Permanent Press setting Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting e Jf unsuccessful retumble on high heat for 10 12 minutes and hang immediately e Jron carefully Send to dry cleaners for pressing e Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed
18. PNP GEE Gea We Oe wr Wren pe ese amp 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 io shin the product to the service shop a 8 Lid pall ed FWA Aes 8 FOES wwr VYY w or for the service technician s travel costs 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 telepnone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers a Cailura af tha nrnaiict if it ice nead 1 CATUIW WI LIG PEVU EJ ER Ga UNA A 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 ua RES WWAS8S26L
19. a immediately GAB your gas supplier Don t turn electric switches on or off because sparks may ignite the disse an FOR r SAF AFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and icanssole son Shae aseergenidas arial oe 1 vi ot Hi ia d uf i if i 1 1 1 rr ee pa HUSH VU Mi UG Vivir y of this or any other appliance ERA PORTA RTT Q A CETV FAIS DT lg TIONS HIVE AJR REALNE SAD BUG E HUSS E RUVU EES i s Read all instructions before using this appliance fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following e Use this appliance oniy for its intended purpose as described in thio Tlea and Cara Rani LILLO VW CALLE WOU ATV e This washer must be properly inctallod and lacatod i bd a anrcardannra COUR SEA COVUCUE ULECAAALE 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 location nearest you Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and axndimnannas Eb ass An eatla tm E Ui dinances EUHIUYW UCAS Lil Installation Instructions istali or Stor wher it Witt NOL be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exnosed to the weather Aa ar r m wenye ware ee Wie vane Connect
20. al Spin Speed Tips to Help You Select Settings Regular Cycle For most cottons linens work and play clothes Three soil level settings are provided but you can set the selector in between if a A dA Ca la desired Selection or these settings automatically provides for Normal Wash Speed Fast Spin Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Automatically provides Gentle Wash Speed and Gentle Spin Speed ee mt i a STOP EE Puli Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer If you wish to change setting after washer has a started push Cycle Selector Knob es in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time eI th ee oe Perm Press amp Knits Cycle For Polyester Knits delicates and permanent press An extended cooldown spray rinse is provided to minimize the setting of wrinkles Selection of these settings automatically provides f for Gentle NJLAALE LAW Ot Speed Wash Slow Spin Regular Cycle Normal Speed Wash Fast Spin Cycle 7 selector Heavy Normal r Soak Ra al Settings ji A NOT ES e Total time includes pauses between cach phase of cycle Total time does not include water fill time Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level Soak Setting NORMAL SPEED Use with most soa
21. aps Perform well in soft water Generally do not clean well in medium hard or hard water RA ner Annelies wera wa m mo ivlay combine with water hardness eas to form sticky soap curd an i i a Ne Pa A tee tring iin A E E AR ert YAN Ae Md ATA AMMEN FHS ET YMA TET EITM SEI ES a Pe Te iat Ree an pee ee ae ee Sees ee ee Pe ee eS eT ae eee r P z RATAR ARNE res cp ES ME ie Se eee ee EE mares eee TE nie Lape a TE aee bite era Te E SSR E ee ee pe ae ee oe ETT Se TR EN Pasa ee Pl e i 4 Ce hae a geet rac ee eens mene pene neta an SR Sy ot ARIAS SET 3 as ka Kc oe The results of continued use of carbonate detergents 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 pre rach TTF rapidly the limestone will build up If your water is VERY HARD 11 or more grains and if you wash just a few loads a week you may see limestone buildups in just a few f moanthe ALAVTIAAVESLISO Effects on clothes Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on cotton it will eventually affect various fabrics in the following ways Gives a stiff harsh rough feel to fabrics such as toweling e Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy Causes graying of fabrics
22. araie outiet WASHER WON T e Make sure temperature selector controls are properly set e Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and regulated correctly e Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets hot to hot cold to cold e Water valve screens may be stopped up Remove inlet hoses from water valve Clean the screens and reinstall hoses Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140 to ISO F WATER TEMPERATURE IS INCORRECT 24 DRAIN e Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft above floor WATER LEAKS Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility e Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and WASHER IS NOISY front jam nuts tight See your Installation Instructions e 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 level is set higher than necessary the spin basket may strike the outer tub creating a loud but harmless noise t a M I SKCL U1OSC
23. 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 K on a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles such as work and piay clothes TE r ET Ee SSL e Under normal soil conditions wash in water above 80 F Z7 C This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approximately 90 to 110 F or hand comfort iabie It you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics Always rinse in Cold Water The temperature of the rinse does not affect cleaning o Try to wash less often Save articies of the same type of fabric until you have a full load e If you must wash smaller loads adjust the amount of water Small loads should have lower water levels TF SOUP LS LIA SYS WEAWO 44097 7 Ww BV TT wa meva AW we e Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can tell you which are the off peak hours Clainn Clam m md brm anann ne e Use Normai Spin Speed to remove more water and help lessen drying time The dryer will remove any wrinkles caused by the Normal Spin e Use vour 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 save on detergent and energy Oo
24. ch OQ png O Cf O R lt O O O paus Ep oO P two g a continued next page gt Tuvan __ AYCA continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY YELLOWED s Chiorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such LEELA OL 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 Tron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots E 1 Use extra detergent plus a non nrecinitatine water softener dissolved in water 7 P ir wwe SVPST SSA 7 before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach 2 Havea special filter or chemical feeder inga edi in your home to remove iron nand po manganese from water R 3 Run hot water for a few minutes to dean iron n residue s buildup in in fines drain water heater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze 7 lemon j juice through s staifi Tor remove Over all yellow use a commercially available _ Tust scale remover following package instructions If porcelain damage can occur i do not use in the washer use a plastic container BLUE OR GRAY e Improper use of fabric softener Never pour fabric softener ecdirectly on Te COLOR STAINS always dilute before adding t
25. cp mar perenne fii SY ina EME Bb 2 ES CET IPSS REO Ee ETS CE ES BE TET ET ae ee te ee a aa Mr A Tr SOAK setting temperature will automatically be cold if a hot or warm soak is desired set the WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to HOT COLD or WARM COLD and turn the Cycle Selector Knob to Normal in the Regular Cycle Start the washer After washer fills and begins to agitate push in the Cycle Selector Knob and turn to SOAK Pull out the Cycle Selector Knob to complete the cycle o Kor an extended soak allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking anaont Than ninch 1 ha Cycle Apwilt inon prow in uiw wJ Selector Knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period pull out the Cycle Cala ndima Iaa mnia bm in nel ne thn merania YOICLLOL DUOL W COLIPICUE UIG CYyYGIC 9 SASL EE a a ETRE TT Speer ial i at 7 gt STS aT ETSY 7 rmi FMA o mr on E ine Futer rlo pan nas two ste tl nie ae functions LINT ILTER Position the Filter Flo pan on the agitator after loading clothes into the washer en Lint is easily seen and removed 2r after the wash is finished ae e LID FOR THE MINI BASKET mw After loading clothes in the 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 NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo
26. e VBR THUN UL ine ae How to operate your clothes washer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY ahd TRUCHONS before eoperating this wi acai Regular OFF j uar Perm E AN EB se Press A AA Knire Bia T EAN R VY T T Lovo RINSE at WED LARGE a CAD HoT COLD COD DP K Oe ft SMALL BASKET agitator Lint will collect in the p pan for easy removal when the wash is finished NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Fio pan See pages 8 and 9 for information on how to use Bleach and Fabric Softner Dispensers For information on how to use bleaches and fabric softeners see page 17 ween aa sS Close the lid Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open PULL KNOB TO STAAT PUSH TO STOP GENTLE Cycle SPEED Setting the Controls Use the Controls Setting Guide on pages 6 and 7 to help you make the Pee anbi Amo proper SCiccuoLis D Select Water Level SMALL Washer is less than 1 2 full of clothes MEDIUM Between 1 2 and 2 3 full LARGE Over 2 3 s full MINI BASKET See instructions on page 10 Select Wash and Rinse Temperature Push Cycle Selector Knob in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting Regular Cycle automatically provides Normal Wash Speed and Norm
27. emove excess s dirt For new y indigo blue jeans wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water fill 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 The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads No bleach qd Mahtaa non OY TTO SATA Tant LULLIVIC UN DLULE UNO cdl Pillows are made of different materials dacron fiber foam polyester natural feathers and No bleach down Many pillows can be machine washed but manufacturers care labels must be followed hL nanlir ens anle nanamn ma La mian maani aam m an Pe ne i awe eee Sn en nnmn nn n on ri LE E3 LEET efuliy if Wasning iS recommended cCnecCK pillows for WC A SCA UI holes and mend tO 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 high 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 En ergy Saving Tips If your clothes and household items don t iook ciean and fresh after washing you will probably re wash them and that means you ll waste energy Remember to sort your clothes
28. er S01 tener Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint Predissolve granular am am m m oe a aa anum m es detergent in hot water before adding to washer make sure detergent is completely dissolved before adding clothes switch to liquid or cold water detergent or use warmer wash water See page 15 Overloadins awille ansa abrasion which correct water level oe A tr ananlonewn Aimaatin ng tO patCnage Girecuvdi ch an annnn VAVI ALLUL Ne ot at oe to hoid lint in suspension during wash cycle Increase amount of Incorrect use of fabric softener If used in wash cycle softeners may react with 8 detergent to create a white deposit Use softeners in rinse cycle only uniess package enerifiec aridine to wach ovela UseR Fabri ric Softener Dispenser See page Q wR eww RIET aaa ety VFhivsd J Wet Ae e Piliing usually on polyester cotton biends is caused by 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 These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before washing clothes However if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle the r th a rr p en Tanh cre readin Hin PE MEAR MAREN AN ARAM AN ERA OF ts ew erm TEAR 2447 4 AALWRA BES Foree undiluted liquid detergent let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent
29. er or use carbonate detergent Use hotter wash water for example up to 150 F for cottons This also improves Oily soil removal e 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 possible e Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes Increase amount of detergent See guide on opposite page for m m n ee ne bmearnant nen nmntnta recommended deter geni aimoui ne in relation to water hardness LIMESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE Is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent o Increase use of bleaches presoaks packaged water conditioners prewashi soil and stain removers to help in removing stubborn soils and stains Use greater care in sorting loads Wash very dirty loads separately and increase detergent to help keep dirt from redepositing on less soiled items Wash delicate items separately to prevent damage from heavy sturdy clothes e Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action of washer Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness in clothes How to partially restore clothes Once clothes have developed deposits they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of two cups of vinegar in one gallon of ho
30. ergy and detergent by adjusting the water level for the size of the load See page 4 12 Special recommendations for washing permanent press if you do not have a dryer if you are machine washing 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 clothes micet hava amnila rnam tn mnaua SALMO LIGY WY OLLILA Ww AWWA UY LLEW Y Ww freely A Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that should be washed o Use more water than you would for a regular ioad Use a Medium Water Level for a Small Load a Large Water Level for a Medium Load Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately o To minimize wrinkling use the Perm Press amp Knits Gentle Speed Cvcle el eit ie Eee To add items after the washer has m m vat ned DILLECU Turn off the washer Carefully remove the Fiiter Fio pan S Aad any additional articles DY submerging next to the agitator Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer te ee ee a n NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo nan ac a wach hackat Ma nnt ant pan as a wasil Uaonts A70 DOL PUL any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan Do not place detergent packets in the Filter Flo pan NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To
31. et tub See page 11 for sorting help 5 After loading ciothes in the Mini Basket tub be sure to replace the Filter Flo nan The pan serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Mini Basket tub 6 Add bleach if desired Measure carefully and pour recommended amount of liquid bleach 1 4 cup 60 ml directly into the bleach dienencer See nace R for disnenser BSS a Ee wae re mo w awa vsi p wesw instructions fy AAA fahren caftanar if desired gi Jo LAMU LAUA AD SUALT SIVA I UUS UU 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 9 for dispenser instructions e When wachinge ctoackinos nantv TF ivi TY GALA I y uw LU WIRA GU g aiaa hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling the use of a net laundry bag is recommended and clothes damage could result rane E A AN A AEE S EE LELE OAL EE 10 T PL AS CRED Pa ANS EDT NTE E n e ee aa e y eea aee r hebt atia eee are ae ee r i T Teea ek ae hee Se We eee Q Maca li ome Te Wits follows Water Levai R l O hg g i SMALL BASKET Set Water Level to MINI BASKET position Select desired Wash Rinse Temperature See page 4 9 Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer ULES EET ST TEE ATW Rite on or eran nie parem prey mm So
32. etergent launder dry Bleach according cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry detergent Launder in warm water Chocolate Cream Ice Cream and Milk Sponge with warm water If stain remains apply warm glycerine let stand 30 minutes and rinse well or sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Launder Without cream Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page Launder With cream Follow guide directions for cream Coffee and Tea Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Then launder in warm detergent water Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal an annncte na re or Pancake Makeun Rouge Hint Mp swrupyy BSA VLL UV PVII pune Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil Cosmetics Eye Shadow Lipstick Mascara Liquid Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Wine Vegetables or Food Removal Hint on opposite page launder Coloring Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted liquid detergent Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach then launder ON A oc nek hola 2h S Ae heen ee D Jiu LEERIUOW DLII Cau SCIU UU ICINUOUYCU Scorch can seldom be removed Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder
33. g Concentrated Powder Type LIQUID Grains FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS Grains How to use detergent granular Po Sa wa renred i e aN nelo or powGcrea For best results add detergent to the wash basket before loading clothes If you load your clothes first add detergent next to the agitator If your detergent doesn t dissolve well predissolve the detergent in hot water then pour directly into the wash basket L Use recommended amount of rrratar fn eland and detergent 107 your 1064G ana waver 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 Before you can decide what to do about hard waier you need to know if you have it and if so how hard it is e If you live in a municipal area contact your water company If you live in a rural area or in some suburban areas contact your county agent The answer will be you have so many grains per gallon and means this to 3 grains per galion SOFT 4 to 10 grains HARD ll to 19 grains VERY HARD 20 grains and over EXTREMELY HARD Hard water do you have it If your water is SOFT you have no probiem You can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget all about hard water If vou have HARD water les
34. hould be used unless user is familiar with the limitations and required cautions usually printed on label Use extreme caution with flammable compounds ay Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials waxes cleaning fluids etc be washed in washer T 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 19 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Incorrect sorting of clothes Separate lint producers such as terry towels and chenille ON CLOTHES GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON AT TRIES Ve LAUNDERED rA DRAGNITS WAL RERAF ELI Y AND LINTOR RESIDUE 4 2 bh Faj A Tar P are zot causea OY Wi Wasir Wasi syninetic garments as soon as possible altei WCi ax is Problem Solver 1 A from lint receivers such as man made fabrics velveteen corduroy o Washing too long especially for smaller loads For normal soil washo one minute per pound of dry clothes _ Use of non phosphate detergents which combine with E minerals to era a 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 ae vu re ban an Etman raan Wat
35. king aids to loosen embedded soils and stains See page 9 ar Reguier Cycle TE THOR THRE A URIN E HE PAGE for prone s Setting Guide bas t Ng ee et aa aaar LE RTE lt A EY Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads Ea Wash Water D Temperature Cycle M Cycle Setting Load Cottons and Linens White Colorfast Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Speed Normal or Light Soil Setting Brignt Non colorfast Warm or Coid Regular Cycie Normai Speed I Normai or Light Soli Setting Work Clothes Heavy soil Hot Regular Cycle Normal Speed Normal for small loads Heavy for all other loads Average soil Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Speed Normal Setting Permanent Press Treated Cottons I _ On Blends with Cottons Heavy or oily soil Hot Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Normal Soil Setting Geniie Speed Average or light soil Warm Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Normal Soil or Light Setting Gentle Speed Synthetics Polyester Nylon Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics Sturdy Warm Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Normal Soil Setting Gentle Speed Delicates Warm Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Light Setting Gentle Sneed A wasta w kad a A Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Gentle Speed Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Gentle Speed Perm Press amp Knits Cycle Silks Wools
36. ndex leather or non fast eram colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric a 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special instructions os Non chlorine such as Follow package directions 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics Clorox 2 brand Put bleach into washer with detergent 2 Is most effective in hot water m FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Use your Fabric Softener Dispenser 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft Downy Brand according to instructions on page 9 2 Reduces static electricity Follow package directions tes erties Too much may cause staining on TELET Wash Additive such as Add during wash cycle 4 Do not at te deak ee Anis TR wh 37 3 T3 Do aav t pvu VSL wd uy Wak Cities SAUT BOTTON DTANG 5 For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle such as Rain Barrel brand follow manufacturer s instr ctions exactly SANITIZER Chlorine Bleach WSRE WE AED DF be waaay such as Clorox brand of infec contagious disease See under Bleach above lt WATER SOFTENER i Non precipitating Follow package directions Suspends hardness minerals in solution keeping such as Calgon brand Add at start of wash cycle water ciear Precipitating such as Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate Borax brand Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water SOAK AGENT Such as Biz b
37. ne 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 during operation e HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas can PEE PE E nnm han werd one hantaw j ALCCUINHUILALT LI tne Watch RHUECALCI and or water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeksor longer HYDROGENGAS 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 residence 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 OF USE ail OPC iame UL appliance curing this process o Never reach into washer while it is moving Before loading h umoading Or adding clothes PUSH in the Cycle Selector knob to STOP position dham wart un gil RUE aig PGRAWRAR VIERSAY Ga the madhi ena primm Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children Do not allow children to piay inside on or with this appliance or any discarded a appliance
38. o rinse water Dilnte softner before filling vour Fabric Softner Dispenser See page 17 To remove stains dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent Re wash using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric e Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand others may be safely washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions exactly If in doubt do not machine wash or dry e Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched pba an aem TTD PASEO OE SHRINKAGE and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garment may be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle o Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics is gradually removed by laundering May be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above e Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat shaped 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 dry ying on Low or Delicate heat 22 WRINKLINGIN PERMANENT PRESS AND NO IRON IT
39. our warranty on the back page ofthis book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the scr vice you receive here aic three steps to follow for further help FIR ST contact the people y who WASLLEtWE AAW serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased WT ite all the detaiis inciuding your phone number to GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action P anei 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 WHAT I I WHAT te NOT WHAT iS NOT Part NO Pub No 49 9627 Aud PREM PY APR ER AA PIS D49 i _ YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER E purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace amis mae mf diam armen ba me that farle qari parr Gi UEG Waor UIOLIGHO because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of originai purcnase we will provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the transmission that fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trin to vour home and se
40. ove any stain take these steps e Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the next page and use only recommended methods e Check the care label instructions that came with the garment e Test stain removal product on a hiddan inorda ca mGaGen insiGe seam or ona sample of the material e Avoid use of hot water on unknown stain It can set some stains 3 Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing 4 Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent Stain Removal Hint Using Chlorine Bleach for White and Bleachable Fabrics Mix 1 4 cup 60 ml chlorine bleach with one gallon 3 8 liter of cool water approximately 80 F 27 C in a sink or pan Soak otaainaa ArTANn frase amp minntan ana DOUALA ALUA LULI aJ LLU ALIU launder in washer Nia n Pinnan AL 4h bbfnauet ni ETI Oe fii AGW Cart UI UIC invisinie DUAIN Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments may cause stains which are virtually invisible and which you may not notice as you put your clothes into the washer If these stains are not completely removed in the wash the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water Then they will become very visible and you may think they were caused by the wash cycle itself Once these spots become visible how can you remove them Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes Re wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these After You Wash
41. pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan Do not place detergent packets in the Filter Flo pan ec nT ems ae recente a aa A SPY TEE FE o 2 Behan ae hor aa aE ee ae Sg LS Ree RE OE ee aes gee Fel ae ea Ae enough water in the regular basket L KAP Thanin ATM a POEN ce T ne Mini pasket tub designed for small loads of regular fabrics or delicate hand washables can be used with any cycle except the SOAK setting Typical Mini Basket tub wash loads e Small loads of regular fabrics up to 2 pounds e Delicate loads such as lingerie panty hose girdles blouses sweaters socks shirts baby clothes and other small delicate hand washables o Stuffed toys Tennis shoes How to wash a smali load of regular fabrics or delicate hand washabies 1 Remove Filter Flo pan 2 Place Mini Basket tub on agitator Puli the agitator toward the front of the machine for easier installation and removal of Mini Basket tub 3 Put 1 4 to 1 3 cup 60 to 80 mi detergent in the bottom of the Mini Basket tub Special instructions for use of the Mini Basket tub 1 Raal at hi aus co a DA ant nea tha AAin LAY Ue use Lake LVAAL lil RICCI with SOAK Setting e Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket when using the Mini Basket tub There will not be e the Mini F Basket tub aA 21 4 46L Rhian BDaatl at 4 Load VIVID in Mini Bask
42. rand Follow package directions PRETREATING STAIN AND SPOT REMOVERS Such as Spray n Wash Follow package directions Treat only CAUTION Washer control panels and finishes may be and K2R brands heavily soiled areas Check garments damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain care labels for instructions remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the washer Apply these pretreatment products away from washer The fabric may then be washed normally Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty O 4 TINTS AND DYES Powdered such as Rit Follow package directions Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load Go and Tintex brands NOTE Tinted garments may not be through complete cycle 5 minute wash using hot water colorfast Wash separately 1 2 cup 120 ml detergent 1 cup 240 ml bl a Wipe canara fe enn mes aAinanl an an aon Ta mat A Soa exterior parts Caution Tinting may discolor 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 How to remove stains i Try to remove stains as soon as possible The fresher the stain the easier it is to remove 2 Before attempting to rem
43. ras ened Cy VI Modi w wyp v amp powssaas inary step to a complete wash cycle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see page 9 FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS SEE PAGE 17 e Pre treat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap For best results wait 1 2 hour before washing e Load clothes dry e Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in the wash basket in this order Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the agitator Medium Size Items like ioweis Here is a typical full load 3 Double Sheets 4 Long Sleeve Shirts 3 Boxer Shorts 6 Standard Pillow Cases 5 T shirts 2 Fair Trousers 3 Handkerchiefs This illustration with clothes just mtn 4 or re reaching the Clothes Retaining Ring shows a proper load Clothes have ample room to move because they are not packed down nor wrapped around the agitator Ciothes 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 full load of clothes If you can it is better to save ePlinthed nntil van have a full 429 W WAWELEIS YL 1424020 QJU LAMY OF LULI load If you must wash smaller loads save water en
44. rt by fabric How to sort the clothes Sort by surface texture nie Lint Producers e Lint g z Coiiectors j LINT PRODUCERS Such as terry toweling and chenille give up lint LINT COLLECTORS such as man made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy ttract t lint These must b ve washed separately m manman im Pamemnt Ean ma EUI RRRVL SD HUUILIOLIU control see page 20 ir fe 3 pu lt Separate erges 7 A Sort by soil Separate Lighti Ssiled Pee pa a WY idh EEA PA Medium Soil Sort by color Separate Whites 4 E g from It pays to check and prepare oe clothes for washing ane e Empty pockets brush out cuffs zin 7inners anan snans hooks and buttons e Do anv necessary mendin g rins e hems tears o Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain Remove stains For STAIN a eo ae Sew ae ee REMOVAL GUIDE SEE PAGE 19 o Turn Poly Knits inside out to m m Se mam y ee e e o a minimize fabric surface damage Soaking and Pre treating a good way to loosen deep soils and stains A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another o way to remove heavy soils l embedded dirt and even some 6 etaine ee ee eae WUALLAW es Soaking can be either a completely senarata wachina ctan ora nrealim
45. rvice labor charges Or if you desire we will provide a completely reconditioned transmission You pay for the shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and a a akan an _ ee ot Lak SC VICO avi UIIAIYCo e Carvira trine tA voir homa tA WFA V INY LI pw eW P aada BEAST TT b teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating tne product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service UVUIIOULIHO HNUITTE e Improper installation If you have an installation problem a ee eee were Pee a aa am u Z am md am BY me ns CUMldaCt YOur UCAC UE IHSLAHGI You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities Some states do not aiiow the exciusion or limitation of incidentai or consequential damages 50 the above limitation or exciusion 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 if further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 Warrantar Ganaral Flactriec Camnan Gr amp Bie a Qt EG
46. s than 10 grains and you use phosphate detergent you aiso have no probiem But if you have more than 10 grains you will need to soften your rintaan isl aw Waltcl with e Ciwuicr 1 An installed water softener in your home or Th maa nf n nanleanadA eintan de Lili UDU UL Ga par Bu Walvul softener Add this much water softener with a full water level Grains of hardness YA cup When using 0 cup with detergent o 60 ml 120 ml 160 ml By ml 30 240 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains 4 i p cup 1 cup 1 cups 1 cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above i 180 ml 240 ml 360 ml 30 300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains 160 ml 24 cu When using with soap cup 80 ml over 30 Ih 4 cup 2A cup 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for every grains above EATI EAS PE PAA aran a me her aaa x ET ET ET TOOT RO oe m Other laundry products F annadarw AALALA J product and type How to use it Special instructions BEE ACH l Chlorine Liquid Use your Bleach Dispenser according to 1 Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into such as Clorox brand instructions on page 8 washer or on dry clothes ie Z Some of today s washabie fabrics shouid not be chiorine mae 7 bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s wame sleepwear silk wool mohair spa
47. t tap water for 15 minutes USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent ANAT TEWI AATA TAU BAIN e Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain e Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics e Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics How much detergent should you use If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds switch to a low sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package The use of a sufficient amount of detergent iS one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean Amount required varies according to 1 Water hardness 2 Amount of soil 3 Size of load 4 Type of detergent 5 Wash temperature Use more detergent if you have 1 Hard water 2 Large loads 3 Greasy or oily soils A 5 Using too little detergent is RCAMMMNnAN ruy a commnon causso of laundry problems Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup Lower wash temperature Low phosphate detergent Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load Water Level Setting Water Mini Hardness Large Medium Small Basket VERY HARD 1 cups 11 2 cups 1 cups s cup 10 20 Gr i4 cups 14 cups Low Sudsin
48. ufficient However when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments you anny need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent Use of soap in hard water Switch to a puospaate detergent or follow six steps described above 4 e Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition Use shorter wash times for smaller loads e Detergent dissolves too slowly Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the start of agitation See nage 15 ar Tr r a To restore grayed clothes follow one 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 Caigon with phosphate use 214 times as much as you need for normal water softening e Do not use detergent or soap e Allow clothes to go through complete cycie e Repeat if necessary 2 If you prefer to use the Soak Setting see page 9 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 Ehan ai Anat i t datar LR g i nails sci aue to Constant use oi insufficient Gergen tiv ase If peat are white and center is mar it contains body sot pat Ao D Ft e cir TEE se ae oe en E eg 8 co re SD permed a JE 5S ae a va Y T
49. using hottest water fabric can stand oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water The spots will then be very visible T D a Fe E k E ris se cycie Ld hd a 39 kd ed PROBLEM GRAYED CLOTHES WoT ANC XA YY LLLA CLOTHES POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Insufficient detergent You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load i is l p s j larger than normal if soils are oily or heavier than average if water level is a lange or if water 1s Hard to Extremely Hard vos i me oe Water not hot enough for type of load Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at 140 150 F Do not wash when other hot water needs such as ae E dishwac hing or family haths are heavy weyran e Poor or inferior detergent Change to Popa detergent if ame Follow a sep i l USE water conditioner 3 such as Caigon brand Pre treat stains T Tees Le A ARE wenn es ee nel A USC HULLCSL Waltl PUSSIUIC Use bleach where possible s a e a eS Po USC ple sudk aids Install water softener asher overloaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and rer ove soil causing gray appearance Follow correct loading procedures for size of load ae et gop S a Py eee peer ye ne ee Sa Improper soaking with insufficient detergent Usually a 30 minute soak is s
50. y other garments Odor disappears when t heavily anilar arane anth land dataenant a ota na nf watar and garm mont is dry Treat siWGaY DUILIU GAWD YY ibid siQUiG GSES or pasw maoo Wh YARI GAII granular detergent Close acer Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spots Rinse diapers nightgowus pads and sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand nly non chlorine bleach when needed You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do hand knit garments by hand Ea 0 ret ies No bleach Fi ill washer add detergent allow to dissolve before adding blanket Do one blanket at a time Pre etreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent Nobleach On electric blanket sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage Do one blanket at a time Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent oo White or colorfast liquid chlorine ty type E Vacuum out loose dirt before washing White or colorfast liquid chlorine type If unusually soiled use se Regular Cycle Normal Speed Wash and Spin Rees ASN er Ren Ee eke a a eee SER ORE CONOR Ree ee A a White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time Shake before washing to r
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