GE WWA7826M User's Manual
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1. Contents Agitator 26 Problem Solver 20 25 Appliance Registration 2 Safety Instructions 3 4 Bleach Dispenser 8 Soak Setting 5 8 Care and Cleaning 26 Sorting 4 11 Consumer Services 27 Stains 18 Controls Setting Guide 6 7 Stain Removal Guide 19 Cycle Settings 5 Storage amp Vacation Tips 26 User Maintenance Instructions 26 Detergents Other Additives 13 17 ee Energy Saving Tips Warranty Back Cover r Filter Flo Pan 4 8 9 2 a a a a T D Hard Water 16 Limestone Deposits 14 26 Loading the Washer 4 12 Mini Basket Tub 9 Mini Quick Cycle 59 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Ld a SoA otha Boe Be a AD Operating Instructions 4 GE Answer Cenier PreTreating 7 11 17 GOD 620 260 Aodels WWA7800M TY VYLE VULVA WWA7826M AV or A Sat Gite SEE tebe Cad desiree a cs CTE rete ray rrna ovary ain aon Ma ae UY EET RAR NOTE Ki SMH eek ceeds Taree SSE TETEME Na I RAVE Tia e Bot eects ey de popeeenrer nm erry ete pepe E T ae FIEIS R Lanter pean Armo Areeiras emam arer e laoai T ARLES R TE T R A STTEL SAT A ea RE AE aay FS aia a S E T AA MILES LS oa a nar gene TER TINETA IE ayem aah imida aana Fels o B Yes Pri ie f H 4 A EF 4 2 Een Es a ea if E EA TERE i fl RES a Pd PER 2 sey a amp amp g ia A N N D ERA a A pata maa Le gpa Et gt apn miT ai Af ge 4 x E Pd H F 3 od CH0 ooo boo2. INSTRUCTIONS The tub The porcelain is self cleaning Leave lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers The exterior Wipe off any spills of washing compounds Wine o 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 all water from hoses if weather will be below Leaadina LLU LLL Lubricate ur with grease 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 of grease or petroleum jelly around the slotted section of the shaft hefore replacing tl the agitator D Do not overgrease 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 nncitinn rw WRAL EAS Ind cc assed G Ho
3. MINI QUICK cycle The MINI QUICK cycle is a short cycle intended to wash small loads of lightly s soiled AO FF DE Wh clothes you need in a hurry Because this cycle is short and intended for small loads the Mini Basket tub should be used for satisfactory results 1 Follow all the steps above and at left except for cycle selection see NORMAL SOIL cles ucnt Permanent Press Cycles Soak ycie a uchTson D 1 Cone Norma gt san CUICK HEAVY h D Special Cycles PULL KNOB TO START PUSH TO STOP 2 Push the Cycle Selector Knob in and turn it clockwise to the MINI QUICK cycle 3 Pull the Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer 5 Eales aawer FRSO e ERICE S VERIS ES 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 roont and rh 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 heavily soiled articles such as work and play clothes e Under normal soil conditions wash in water above 80 F 27 C This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approximately 90 to 110 F or hand comfor
4. Se Anm Soak Cycle Regular Cycles fier ers a i n EAE Gt Re HRITS PULL CROG TO START FUSI TG STGP Permanent Press Cycles An extended cool down spray rinse FOr smali lightiy soiled ioads you is provided to minimize the setting need ina hurry Use with MINI of wrinkles BASKET tub only ROAMAL SOH GSORRSAL SOL ycles a uct Permanent Press les g us Permanent Press amp Furtae 8 cye tas wy vewe Soek Cycle amp Cycle Selector a TERN FHE DAC T ESIN K BHRI BACH gt for Controls Setting Guide Pi i 29 23 i s NOTES ji e Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle e Total time does not include water fill times Fill times vary depending on household 3 3 mes arri unete calantad unmtac level water pressure BUU YOUL SSse Cea Water i vea a7 mee e eg ree ape E A T E gee MAIN MEAE RA ee ia ER rt aem al lt oer carr e ep nc a ge ie ry a a ans WEZ A 11 e yvast Sp Speed White Colorfast Normal Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting Bright Non colorfast Normal Normal Warm or Cold Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting Normal for small loads Heavy for ali other loads Normal Setting Work Clothes Heavy soil Regular Cycles Normal Normal Hot Regular Cycles Hot or Warm Normal Normal Average
5. The following recommendations will temporarily delay the effects of limestone on your clothes These are generally good washing practices and will give better soil removal whether or not you have hard water or use carbonate detercent WEE pW Use hotter wash water for T F tne n example up to 150 F for cottons This also improves oily soil removal 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 mracehla PpYooluiL e Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes Se ee ee TET ee ee Increase amount of detergent Gea nido an anmmnaita mada Ens Wehr EV RSALEEY WFAA VPA pPCRY IOA recommended detergent amounts in relation to water hardness Increase use of bleaches presoaks packaged water conditioners prewash soil and stain removers to help in removing stubborn soils and stains e 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 Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action of washer e Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness in clothes How to partially restore clothes Once clothes have developed dep
6. Using Chlorine Bleach for White and Bieachable 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 stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer The Case of the Invisible Stain 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 e 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 stains e Increase the amount of detergent normally used e Increase water temperature where fabric will permit e Wash synthetic garments more often See next page for Stain Removal Guide ATTN a he 5 tl Whita and Riaarhahlo Enhrineg VV BRAL CANALE HPAL CEL BERARNS BORE BLD Other Washable Fabrics See Control Setting Guide Bleach on Page 7 Rub with ice or immerse in very coid water Use duii tooi to a4 Same as white and bieachabie fabrics carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible Spon a with
7. Is most effective in hot water FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Mix recommended amount with one 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft Downy Brand cup 240 ml water and add at start of 2 Reduces static electricity P e e rinse cycle 3 Use carefully Too much may cause staining on anma alathan Wash Additive such as Follow package directions area oc ot pour tly on clothes Rain Barrel brand Add during wash cycle 4 Do not pour directly on clothes 5 For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle such as Rain Barrei brand foliow manufacturer s instructions exactly SANITIZER a Chlorine Bieach Use in case of infection and Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and S such as Clorox brand contagious disease viruses See under Bleach above WATER SOFTENER ZA Non precipitating Follow package directions Suspends hardness minerais in solution keeping oe such as Calgon brand Add at start of wash cycle water clear Precipitating such as Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals te form precipitate 3 Borax brand Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water SOAK AGENT Such as Biz brand Follow package directions PRETREATING STAIN ld AND SPOT REMOVERS a Such as Spray n Wash Follow package directions Treat only CAUTION Washer control panels and finishes may be and K2R brands heavily soiled a
8. Never climb on or stand on the washer top Do not wash fiber gla S ir 5 fea IA your washer r Skin it ritation could Ww T ESIA og ka kal t may be picked dupi by cloihing during subse equent washer amp n ee ED Se a a ee a AA a a emde BA Paa ws IStFUCTIONS Important ALCL e The saint process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer s care instructions should ha followed vere carefully EY J continued For washer operation Do not leave washer lid up during cycle This will stop the _ Wash and spin action and prevent completion of the cycle EE neur Am mea nme Eee rm T na PEN PE D P Aae re mila mna 10W tO Operate your ciotnes wasner ENING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons INST STRUCTION NS read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this ppanc ae ae TM encase CS sett come GENTLE 5 a Sorting and Loading e Sort clothes carefully by fabric type weight color and amount of soil according to instructions on page il o Remove Filter Flo pan and RAin DaobasTH tub Tha undanenida Mini Basket tuo anid ungersiae 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
9. S 3 IN e uestson 1 i a aaa SLA hi aan vars QER E Special ag PRU ENGE TP ITAR FRAN TO STOP LARGE Over 2 3 full MINI BASKET See instructions on page 9 If you want to increase level after you ve made a selection turn knob to RESET and select new level lt 2 Select Wash Rinse Temperature Push Cycle Selector Knob in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer If you wish to change setting after washer had started push Cycie Selector Knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be a ie fe oe ee ney Mo WS te a chang ged at any time His k ar SEE R S Heem ae n een i H BEAS e ai PA EAE e res sanee i 8 ot sty aj EL S terrea ep Lease iad Pe desea telat en beat ald Rae oa Da ae ome Sut Py eee Sere ar p o gt E e j diia fou Se 7 a re pe out em eeveemtnenp enon fe ire eee ee s t Lips tO ici HOU S ad Regular Cycles Kni Soak Cycle Provides longer wash time for most A combination of agitation and Use with most soaking aids to oo cottons linens and work and play soak for more effective polyester loosen embedded soils and stains R clothes knits laundering Bien Regular Cycles les B ag erei Permanent Press o bf Cycles o ucuTson Ey ty a See Na eh AA i na ke i eee h ah R K
10. Use This Problem Solver SS POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY e Incorrect sorting of clothes Separate lint producers such as terry towels and chenille from lint receivers such as man made fabrics velveteen corduroy e Washing too long especially for smaller loads For normal soil wash one minute per pound of dry clothes e Use of non phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form 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 packaged water softener e Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint Predissolve granular 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 Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint Wash fewer items with correct water level e Too much bleach Use correct amount of bleach according to package directions ant arn L Anetra mm bnl d 122 4 2 menmam m an maman siaa ee m zamah e Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash detergent See page 15 ycie increase amount of incorrect use of fabric softener If used in wash cycle softeners may react with detergent to create a white deposit Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless package specifies adding to wash cycle See pag
11. a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder AA Adh cs i vos Chewing Gum etc Same as white and bleachable fabrics Anti perspirants Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains bleach excent use non chlorine bleach Base es Deodorants according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page If color has exce changed you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia Rinse thoroughly Sponge or soak in cool water then launder 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 Sonne 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 Ice Cream and Milk 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 eream wa urnas aso Coffee and Tea and rinca wall nr ennnaa with a cafa Aru CLLANE ERK VYWEAS wae opnve inw WY ILIL CA OGAILW Meany cleaning fluid Launder Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Then launder in warm detergent water Cos
12. any questions about operating the 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 e Improper installation lf you have an installation problem contact your deaier or installer You are responsible for providina adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities tation OF i COi Warrantor General Electric Company T vianager Consumer Anairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 arame tee a S mr ra ea m eva Ss ty lt p drt osi umaani oiram a aaa A A a ET aT O EENE rE _ a am As ee ee eee al O Ssequ niial damages so ine above limitation or exciusion his 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 needed concerning this warranty write Reece 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 ame LA fm miim bma MM im Alaalsn bba m AU VV ii Se i Wl WI AIOoRG UG 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
13. liquid MINI BASKET tub cup 60 ml liquid Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser aw ee wae a aarti Lae J BEAT WA 4 WAA DEALT e Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage e Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket or Mini Basket tub How to use the soak Cycle Regular Cycles Soak Cycle a i e Y N NORMAL a MINI naw o OFF PULL KNOG TO START PUSH TO STOP s SOAK CYCLE temperature will automatically be cold e jf 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 Reguiar Cycies Start the washer After washer fills and begins to agitate push in the Cycle Selector Knob and turn to SOAK CYCLE Pull out the Cycie Selector Knob to complete the 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 al ala aal pull out the Cycle S sSeiector Kno to complete the cycle s Do noi use the Mini Basket tub with the Soak cycle The Fiiter Fio pan has two functions e LINT FILTER Position
14. or a Paint and Varnish l nd banana oil Launder in warm water Perspiration 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 vinegars F ie any stain remains treat with safe dry naaa ST St a ch according tO Stain Removal MAH ON vindicate add asad hie Same as white and bleachable fabrics ne EOE b ot me io on ahmi Ellin esamiticstaihsie bast edede dEi HC tution 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 familiar with the limitations and required cautions usually printed on label Use extreme caution with flammable 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 vinega and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death Save and refer to garment manufacturers care labels va inaa pe he mimo a an dm met ra E a am tte menemene e Tepe ma s g tao a as ea Seat EEEE p PROBLEM LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED GARMENTS
15. soil Permanent Press Treated Cottons aa eweeawsit A awe Blends with Cottons Permanent Press Cycles Normal Soil Setting Heavy or oily soil Normal Gentle Hot Average or light soil i Normal Gentle W Permanent Press Cycles Normal Soil or Light Setting j Synthetics Polyester Nylon l Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics Sturdy Normal Gentle Warm Special Cycles Knits Setting Delicates Gentle Gentle Warm Special Cycles Knits Setting Knits Setting Gentle Gentle Special Cycles Silks Wools Blends of Silk and Wool Rayon and Acetate Special Cycles Knits Setting Gentle Gentle Down filied garments if machine Gentle Gentle Warm Permanent Press Cycles Normal Soil Setting washing is recommended Normal or Light Soil Seiting depending on amount of soil Baby Ciothes Sturdy such as Normai Normal Hot Regular Cycles Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveralls Knits Setting Gentle Gentle Special Cycles Baby Clothes Delicate Warm Regular Cycles Light Soil Setting 5 min soak then Normal Normal Blankets Wool Part Wool Cotton Blankets Synthetic Electric Light Soil Setting Regular Cycles 5 min soak then Normal Normal Gentle Gentle Normal Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Knits Setting Hot or Warm Special Cyc
16. the Filter Flo pan on the agitator after loading clothes into the washer Lint is easily seen and removed after the wash is finished e LID FOR THE MINI BASKET After loading the clothes in the Mini Basket tub be sure to replace the Filter Flo pan The pan serves asa lid to keep the clothes i in the Mini Basket tub 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 Do not place detergent packets in the Filter Flo pan lt 7 The Mini Basket tub designed for small loads of regular fabrics or delicate hand washables can be used with any cycle except the SOAK cycle Typical Mini Basket tub wash loads e Smali loads of reon ular up to2 pounds he ahring LEIRIA ETO Delicate loads such as lingerie panty hose girdles blouses sweaters socks shirts baby clothes and other small delicate hand washabies e 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 p t eA tha fun Pull the agitator toward the front of the machine for easier installation and removal of Mini Basket tub How to use the Mini Basket tub 3 Put 1 4 to 1 3 cup 60 to 80 ml detergent in the bottom of the Mini Basket tub 4 Load clothes in Mini Basket tub See page 11 for sorting help if
17. use the 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 Use the Mini Basket tub See page 9 Increase detergent e Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent Check hem of T shirt or ee case If they are white and center is yellow it contains body T 66 to 9 Rag Alilimying mennarhiivac an fleauad Matha elanta oil Restore whiteness followi iy MEULAARUICO OL AJIA WAOU aOOVe LDL CO iO frensa a a aa a AA pardons te aA in a Eo a a a a a a et eR a A I E f f cities anaes Cee ge re eee a aa a TATA FOR FOE ATL ET LT LOE FECT Te eaa TT ee me neem mernem er ARR eh ee Re zi p wr g aoe ie meer i a Bree Go ee aa o a sr 4 cee ae 1 ah 4 i a how wee ory we 7 ie ara ait ay ieee bye SP a os 6 oe s LA a TES 5 ea By j i ia i N 7 K ey w We W S eal t ta te da oct eae TE F PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Chiorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such as Clorox 2 brand Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions Restore color using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands follow package directions E VEY F AARUN I CLL UOIUY OGLU CLOTHES continued Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots BW SH AAFAA 1 Use extra d
18. 0 ml 160 ml If your water is SOFT you have no problem You can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget all about hard water If you have HARD water less than 10 grains and you use phosphate detergent you also have no problem But if you have more than 10 grains you will need to soften your water with either 1 An installed water softener in your home or 2 The use of a packaged water softener For information on water softeners see guide below 1 cups 4 cup i cup 360 ml 180 ml 240 ml Z IS eam A A EN AEE EY Br m FI vty SN ener per Ee GREE gE ron dpe anaa Memes maaana a eee 1 cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above 30 300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains product and type How to use it Special instructions BLEACH 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 2 Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s an sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast aa colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric BEA as 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special instructions Non chlorine such as Follow package directions D May be used on all kinds of fabrics Clorox 2 brand Put bleach into washer with detergent 2
19. 7 HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as Pretreat with liquid detergent ee Sane eee Te COLAS auau CULIS Team nn 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 saam mur Make sure lid is closed Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open d e Check house fuses or circuit breakers If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet remove it Washer should have separate outlet _ TEE G Teei aos Sere N by KT WATER TEMPERATURE IS INCORRECT T a a We e Make sure temperature selector controls are properly set e Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and regulated correctly faucets hot to hot cold to cold Water valve screens may be stopped up Remove inlet hoses from water valve Clean the screens and reinstall hoses ee vey paeen yet te pep PE Teen TT merrier pete names pers Seen corre mea ea A te A HT nn ee pree neparna eee e epea eT TT AH E Maeno ce eT Te e T abd near y E r eral en 2 E E ae ee EH way oF wA Sa E A E SATEN ME r nas Poa Me de gr T a I SA FEI ana o Make sure hoses are connected to correct e Check household water heater fo make sure it is delivering water at 140 to 150 F A saap aeaa tuea mia prae rea Ee EO I CENT a O OPCS IEE Pe CEA NTA 5 pte Sp a SP FS wey
20. A V dS Le WARNING To reduce the risk of tire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following a Plea thic annHoamna anil fae fa SOR LES aa CORRY Risk 123 intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book e This washer must be properly 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 location nearest you Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions Reis Sern Wm he i T PN install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions 6 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 ihan the cord to avoid damage to the cord or Junction of cord and plug at obs a eee Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over Or otherwise subjected fo R
21. F DR Ae KR AAS te LISS Si iraa E Pro QF HS Eg Fae E paR EF PEREIGO E a Read all instructions before using this SPE of injury 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 e Do not wash or dry articles that have been clen ned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may 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 ww ane we eS rT SS em oiana o RNING HYDROGEN GAS is prod ced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas can accumulate in the water heater and or water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE XPT OSIVA TIRPER THERESE 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 TUA for several minutes before using any ch electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape Simce the gas is flammable do not smoke or use a
22. Il __ My Tiny LKT heg 5 After loading cloth 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 6 Add bleach if desired Measure carefully and pour recommended amount of liquid bleach 1 4 cup 60 ml directly into the bleach dispenser See page 8 for dispenser instructions Special instructions for use of the Mini Basket tub The Mini Basket tub can be used with any cycle except the SOAK HI DIOLA rY rh RATA cycle When using the MINI QUICK cycle the Mini Basket tub should be used Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket when using the Mini Basket tub There will not be cnough water in the regular basket and damage to clothes could result TT SETAE PA yed A etree ent Al A a RET RE P O a N AANA PRL et es tren gor ee a erst cece enero a Sr Mee IHS RP e When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling the use of a Aad net laundry bag is recommended Vd o 7 Close lid and set controls as follows i Mmppare MINI sat ats BASKET oe eee Set Water Level to MINI BASKET position Select d desired Sasso n in Speed and Wash Rinse aerie See page 4 Select desired cycle REGULAR PERM PRESS or KNITS See page 4 8 Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to ota tart washer How to Ouse th tha
23. Shouid not be used in cold water a Those containing sodium si carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water See page 14 Liquid Detergents Perform well in soft water May not perform as well as powdered phosphate products Offer better performance in when diluted in wash water hard water than powdered non phosphate types Cleans synthetics and fabric blends well Are excellent for removing Oamnleataly Ar VW VUIIPIeliely U cold water Leena ee A TT a a aa aoma aa Soaps Perform well in soft water Generally do not clean well in ra ar hard water ARS VE medinm h hard water AAAWREALAELA AL May combine with water hai dness minerals tO ior in sticky soap curd is your water hard If it is and if you use a carbonate type non phosphate detergent vou will most probably notice limestone deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces The hardness of your water and your washing frequency y will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up If your water is VERY HARD perrcnate Timba ed use of Car Oona GEE SCS li or more grains and if you wash just a few loads a week you may alirsan 4 E a ys Was sco limestone OULGUpPS ili just a few months Effects on clothes Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on cotton it will eventually affect va
24. aano aera aana senarna eee OLOO ei GE AL Mewar Congor Carmina SPN POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY La 7 PROBLEM WATER WON T DRAIN mause ae n e s re drain nose is not kinked Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft above e floor WATER LEAKS Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserte WASHER IS NOISY Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and te F alla Fo 42 mann 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 thes spin brake EE e thet ui ansmission TOCKS in T nis sound is normal e Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin and may cause if to move from its ori iginal 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 To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart WASHER PAUSES e Washer normally pauses a Dowen washing steps such as between wash and spin or between spin and rinse If you need more help call toll free YYA GW WHEE oye VALS
25. at should be washed e Use more water than you would for a regular load Use a Medium Water Level for a Small Load a Large Water Level for a Medium Load e Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately To minimize wrinkling use the Gentle Wash Spin Speed To add items after the washer has started o Turn off the washer o Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan e Add any additional articles by submerging next to the agitator Replace the Filter Fio pan and ractart tha rachar AWOLELE UI VWa NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any tama tn ha wadhadl in tha airy AWWELIOD UW UW V GOLAUU ALE CEL 1 Filter Flo nan Do not K E d prene i rr ace detergent packets in the pan NOTE When washin stockin WAR VaR aka ng ms EO CD T Fr pami can panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend the use of a net laundry bag Woy Disadvantages z Phosphate Are not available in some areas POA a ruwGerea Deerergenis w INOM i 10S pnate Periorin satisfactorily in soft Generally do not ciean weii in Powdered Detersent ar moderately hard water hard water lt a haind WI ARERR CHEWY MALU varvi LICEM VVU in some areas oniy non phosphate May be difficuit to dissoive products are available especially in cold water bog
26. brics Net ee Se F a 1S 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 drying on Low or Delicate heat SHRINKAGE KNITS ON EE ET A A Ry wR AE Eire A A fee ee E Pte pT Fee RE Ce TRIER EINE ERE I Leryn MEMES ERT LA EL Se ay PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WRINKLING IN e Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang clothes immediately PERMANENT PRESS m fe e Too many clothes in dryer Dry only one washer ioad at a time Do not combine loads AND NO IRON e Improper I loads Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work clothes with lighter Ferm manent Fress items s ch as shirt iS OF DIOUSES DO not wash Permanent Press with regular laundry ot os Ee Da ee Ee ee Ek e Too m many clothes in washer Permanent Press loads should aiways De smauner man regular loads no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move ied work a OVi a e Incorrect wash and dry CyGies USE rer manent Press Wash cycle which provi cooldown rinse to minimize wrinkling Al
27. e 17 for fabric softener instructions e Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends 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 rinse cycle 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 oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water The spots will then be very visible They are not caused by the washer Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand If spots appear rub in undiluted liquid detergent let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using hottest water fabric can stand aay esate oh cole ot abil Po ee ee a ee ee eee PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY 7 GRAYED e Insufficient detergent You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is S o CLOTHES n a a a a wi i larger than normal if soils are oily or heavier than average if water level is large or if water is Hard to Extremely Hard 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 dishwashing Or family baths are heav
28. e 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 buttons Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles This is especially important in iLL ascents dee aie MAL naaa rn hte ag continued ne next pa gej SS ETT oo ee i s ahead m badh he pias ee re ee eT A ep ri ry i RA DT RERUN eee prae SNAGS HOLES e As Permanent Press garments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This is TEARS RIPS normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused by 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 a g 2 ae _ Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears Check agitator and file rough m o May be caused by use of Normal Wash Spin speed for delicate articles Use Gentle oa Wash Spin speed Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels a5 e Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused es by washer Slow process by washing on Gentle Wash Spin speed Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will ue move freely Select correct water level
29. eep soils amal otaima man made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy attract lint These must be A thorough soaking with detergent oan ee ee Pee ee A ae er Soe Sd De BS Of speciai soaxing agent is anotner hed oeaiei Sort by color way to remove heavy soils oe ae E ee embedded dirt and even some For more information on lint RERA stains control see page 20 Sort by fabric Separate DAENNA Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or a prelim inary step to a complete wash cycle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see page 8 FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS SEE PAGE 17 ee Wwe d E e Pre treat heavy soil by rubbing in s 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 Perm Press Blends J FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON nn ee aos aaas L araaaaaa sata Lacs a mr S 3 7 pee a ghey jae pe ki mas gt ra tice wig an DIFFERENT FABRICS AND G oo i LOADS SEE FAGES 6 and 7 fab A RPEN i camer in addition to sorting to reduce lint PA collection it is recommended that tot fabrics of similar construction be are a 3 3 ek E DOLNE E af Eaeogt Yr ERAAI PAO aea Wasned ta tate Ye LEW RES YE pr d A iZ yer Es H Fic alg o e Load clothes dry e Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop th
30. em loosely in the wash basket in this order Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the acitator aah Spare Medium Size Items like towels Here is a typical full load 3 Double Sheets 4 Long Sleeve Shirts 3 Boxer Shorts 6 Standard Pillow Cases oh T slung This illustration with clothes just reaching the Ciothes Retaining Ring shows a proper load 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 Laer down which eintha APEGO RONIE TRULEG CIE io REAL LEM EEAER o OF 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 ciothes until youl have a fuii eeete atte st een na m FD oe toad if yuu musi wash SMauer Inade saye wajer eNATrOIT and VEU iw WAS OY Sins detergent by adjusting the water level for the size of the load See page 4 Special recommendations for washing permanent press if vou do not have a dryer Tf van are machinewwaching AL Juv CARY ZAAGEWALAALYY VV SALIERASE fay Permanent Press clothes that you plan to line dry or drip dry use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash Process Be carefui not to overioad wachar Darmanant Praca nlathac VVGALILEWA E WRELIUARAWAIL L LVII WILD must have ample room to move freely A Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest th
31. etergent plus a non precipitating water softener dissolved in wat 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 in lines drain water heater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through stain To remove overall yeliow use a commercially available rust scale remover following package instructions If porcelain damage can occur do not use in the washer use a plastic container before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach BLUE OR GRAY e Improper use of fabric softener Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes COLOR STAINS always dilute before adding to rinse water To remove stains dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent Re wash using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric SHRINKAGE e Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand others m indy be GENERAL 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 and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garment may be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle Progressive or delaved shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fa
32. fono 800 626 2000 ityousmell gas Basen 8 4 Anan windows io ApS ih WEEE FO i 2 Don t touch electrical switches ay 2 Ewing uis h am ewe ES ae ee Cauta Big ay open flame 4 immediately call your gas supplier Don t turn electric switches on or off because sparks may a Ee es Ye ee i7 ignite the gas o not siore or use gasoline or other fe flammable vapors and Erra e D Eee liquids in the vicinity orth ppl ES BS E AES I S H is or any other ianee 2 dad To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the hack of this book UJE ES WA LEAR UVUVI We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three wrer La L al steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who 1 twannliannra Heynilain serviced your appiialCe OApiain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action I Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 pe Aia fs Ne IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC EL
33. g when needed Wash oniy if recommended by the garment manufacturer Follow instructions carefully ot down gives off an odor which may be absorbed by other garments Odor disappears when garment is dry Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and O nare Wach 9 nr 2 nt a tima nr add tawale ta halanna granular detergent Close Zipper DO Wao amp UL S aLa Ube UL GG towels WO OaIalice GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spots Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment s warmth Wash separately Wet water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do hand knit garments by hand or in Mini Basket tub See page 9 Fill washer add Hereni allow to dissolve before adding blanket Do one blanket at a time Pratrant haavi Tar oe t ath wA da a Pure neaviry soiled SpOt Wit liquid Gctergent No bieach Or electric bianket sew a strong piece of cioth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage Do one blanket at a time Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time Shake before washing to remove excess dirt it m rarer A wee a n ESN a sma 1tnwA 8 ca ow am mw na ii blue sh at least 3 ti Hi loads with full water fi
34. h temperature a Use more detergent if oe you have 1 Hard water paN pr 2 Large loads gt n Cn 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 a T 1 Use recommended amount of detergent for your load and water Water haedanana an Abe ew edn aan ee ke HALUHESS ad OUUWIL HI UIUC Hardnecc ABUSE AaWwOET 2 Other detergent types Low and normai suds powders liquids non phosphate powders follow recommendations on package High Sudsing Powder Type 3 For hard water treatment see nace 14 l kar had AU Low Sudsing Concentrated Powder Type FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS LIQUID oe aom mee tee te pe teen moan A Hard water do vou hay er aye eee eee oa GAS Before you can decide what to do about hard water 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 0to3 araus per gallon SOFT Ato 1 10 gra ins HARN ll to 19 grains VERY HARD 20 grains and over EXTREMELY HARD When using with detergent When using 3 cup cup with soap 8
35. how and when io use the Mini Basket tub on Ae page 9 Add measured amount of detergent See pages 13 through 17 ior information on detergents and nthar lannadeu aArlitruac A7ERARYE AGALAABREE Y CALZASARL VR e Load clothes into the wash pasket being careful not to overload Clothes should be below the retaininoe ring See page 1 for TA AW A W SSE MAAK MA HA oO weet Se ter more loading information etre er meet eg et rental eet Ne te fat A A din ptt ee reef pr enn e Variable Water Level Weash Riase Temp e Position the Filter Flo pan on the agitator Lint will collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is finished NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo ATAS B Bade pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan See page 8 for information on how to use Bleach Dispenser For information on how to use bleaches and fabric softeners see page 17 Close the lid Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open Setting the Controls Use the Controls Setting Guide on pages 6 and 7 to help you make the proper selections UTM Y ra 5 Washer is iess than I full of elothies E Ya A i MEDIUM Between 1 3 and 1 2 savy f pmd bori 4 Zi fers b ret emma mem meeen e emaan e a eemi meam er i a a ane ma ee I e ts NAN p een pe e etre een EF E a e e Aaa Aeqular Cycles f u Pirana Prass Sosh Cycle n s pyeien zv r
36. k 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 nnil nm Aan GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 If you received a damaged washer Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the washer Save time and money BP afnen wns mamsnaot onara r pCiOre yOu request Service check the Problem Solver on pages 20 25 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Write down the model and Ser ial number S 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 cor respondence or service calls I cone erning your washer All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care L Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission January 1984 To obtain a Spanish language version of this book call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Para obtener la versi n en espanol de este manual llame a a tax GE Answer Center p servicio de informaci n para el consumidor tel
37. les Curtains DO NOT MACHINE WASH FIBERGLASS Chenille Bedspreads Robes Knits Setting Normal Setting Slipcovers Draperies Bathmats and Rugs Normal Setting Denims especially indigo Biue Normal Normal Cold or Warm Regular Cycles Jeans and other fabrics that bleed Knits Setting Rubber coated Items Laminated Gentle Gentle Warm Special Cycles Fabrics Vinyl Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim i watt i a P p 5 g 4 PHlows Gentle Genile Warm Permanent Press Cycles Normal Soil or Light Setting depending on amount of soil i ees 1r i N i _ i Se OR E ERIRE Get See ee any ae teeta Sate OTS SEI SEER TER EAL aCe Se ry ge for automatic home size washer Check size Some slipcovers draperies and bedspreads may be too large for Saal etter mene nee en reenact e a eee ee enced EE Ma TA ma y ee mr m r n S alar if colorfast is unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 i e chlorine ty pe eiergent recommended in guide on page 15 RE ERa chlorine bleach when needed White or colorfast liquid chlorine type AY a oo Wa Ae S Non color fast only NOR CHOTINE OICAaACN when needed White or colorfast liquid chlorine type If unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach l page 15 Small loads reduce wrinklin
38. ll pac For new indigo Viu jeans WaSn al icasi O umes in very sma 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 Tumble on FLUFF No Heat No bleach down Many pillows can be machine washed but manufacturers care labels must be followed carefully If washing i is recommended check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend to prevent escape of feathers or filling Fill washer add detergent and agitate for several minutes to dissolve e rgent Add two piliows at a time to balance load Use extra large water level i For more informetion on care labeling send for What s New About CARE LABELS ior sale by the Supe rintendent of Documents US Government Printing Office Washington DC 20402 Pillows are made of different materials dacron fiber foam polyester n natural feathers and How to use e Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only If you prefer to use powdered bleach pour it into the wash basket along with your detergent Do not put powdered TNPAAMAA MM Ae hlaaah A bleach into the bleach agispenser e Measure bleach carefully Here are some recommended amounts LARGE WASH 1 cup 310 ml liquid ALVA LEALE SMALL WASH 2 3 cup 170 ml
39. metics Eye Shadow Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid Lipstick Mascara Liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal or Pancake Makeup Rouge Hint on opposite page Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Ol Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach Wine Vegetables or Food Removal Hint on opposite page launder Coloring Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots i liquid detergent Bleach remaining stain Grass Foliage Flowers while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If Miidew Scorch a Q al LIint anth nan nhlarina hlananAL th ne Laras Aane VV ALER HUHTCIHIUI LEI vivavll ULICI LALIT Old mildew stains can seldom be removed Scorch can seldom be removed tuna cotain ramai hlaanh anannnerdine tain Da eithert type suai PeMmiains vean GUUUAUAINE to Sin ANCIILOVGL TALL on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed 0 O oO gri C ana ad p_i w jm mm O me oS yQ jam zi 3 zJ g g gt p gt ap mig undiluted liquid detergent Old stains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page Soften with oil lard or Vaseline then sponge with turpentine
40. n open aflame or appliance during this e e Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance Dispose of discarded l a aaa Coi it AP hF Oe AP A WAE te 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 bleaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children nreferahlv ina locked cahinet Ake pa WATS ataata J BAER ALS WALWES WEEE SAAS NF USUE FY all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury e Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicais etc e 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 cleaning of the lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OFF position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply Do not tamper with controls Do not operate this appliance if itis damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug e
41. osits they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution all of two cups sof vinegar i in One gai uon of hot tap water for 15 minutes USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent CAUTIONS e Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain o Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkie resistance of permanent press fabrics e Vinegar soak mav damao grea k n aae J Gamage the dyes i in some fabrics LIVESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent 5 28 How much detergent should The use of a sufficient amount If the recommended amount of How to use detergent granular of detergent is one of the most detergent produces too many suds or powdered important things you can do to switch to a low sudsing detergent make sure your wash comes out brand and follow instructions on For best results add detergent o dean package the wash basket before loading clothes If you load your clothes Amount required varies eee j first add detergent next to the according to al agitator 1 Water hardness Epe If your detergent doesn t dissolve 2 Amount of soil well predissolve the detergent in 3 Size of load i hot water then pour directly into 4 Type of detergent the wash basket 5 Was
42. pewriter may i i N S pee TISS call 860 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 7 a a Er o ek EDS L Ta cor Fad By ee 3 P LO request miormauon or service s mir mr mit CACIUSION OF HAH Tositrees TEEPA m DERUD Z ARU ermee ees sepp pers AARET eume R seem reponer p agape r ane Tou abed i weent iaa AIO a E I E E e SEES in a ma A ar a rA s ek EL L EAE T TA E TTS qer eee eee e 5 3 PTE ETT ae ee EE E ra at i m en EE PES EA So alae e ia F 7 En SUMTER B AT NESES idana iene Canariaa a arint mes i es MR aara EN n a eaaa AN Aay a ha FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we wili provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOURYEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of original purchase we wili provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the transmission that fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charaes Or if you desire we will provide a completely reconditioned Sramerniaeins Wmr nau fanr the BE Ud sare U ETJ OE Ws Ee ETAT may Mt LEISA shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have
43. 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 GEA DAI Fi EATA PAAADMAAIV MA Enl YET IARE Co bakat E tity VAJIT ein i GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER e Replacement of house fuses or T resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially o Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES et ie O lie I AS ee EER LA ALA POPE A WANA TCOOM VAWVA7SE 26M eden mre pesare eer a en nn pe S ears ts PARTE O I EO restart TE NE Ep p ee ear e aT eect eremm nates ay aeiae perata e aer AA EEA Ani EVENTS PPIE og e arge aerer renq peee apeere erntemerstseeryy lt T EEIN coal ean Te as hae AE TITEN erator i 7 z 7 ae Bais Oas ee teak o eed i JOEN EE AE a a aga ig B i gt miea F ee Gt a g he Da a aie Janr e e ssai a hapa abs
44. r you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weckaare O O anra oO p m Satur days Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out SO most repairs can be handled in just one visit areas me aE Markka si ade zen opn a i ACCESSOIRES 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their db natn HR daau M uNa ofl ut Ran CONN A BM aaan ALSO DA urmAceATaD Reeve ward own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to Craminl Mills their home free of shipping charge BIS GIG HIG The GE parts system provides access G00 G26 2009 to over 47 000 narts and all GE ot ata viet rer reer PO fed et a ai morman eme Genuine Renewal Parts are fully Upon request GE will provide Braille warranted VISA MasterCard and controls for a variety of GE appliances Discover cards are accepted and a brochure to assist in planning a User maintenance instructions barrier free kitchen for persons with ollet cover prote limited mobility To obtain these items anari T km ae a periormed by free of charge call 800 626 2000 H d Tas F int Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD meyer ners mima e eene Ans Nit Am et RY Oar ore IT rte TEENS He 4 or a conventional telety
45. reas 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 t to your washer caused ay nenten vy pretreatment products i 1s not covered by your warranty 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 i Z cup i20 mi detergent i cup 240 mi bileach Wipe exterior parts Caution Tinting may discolor plastic in washer Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration jris J 1 Try to remove stains as soon as possible The fresher the stain the easier it is to remove 2 Before attempting to remove 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 hidden inside seam or on a sample of the material 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
46. rious 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 A adarna e Leaves a white powdery residue on dark colored items e Causes spot fading of Oi 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 as children s sleepwear e Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation Rares Bon Effects oi Chik Wasmer e Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution e Mat like crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits e Increased service calls because of ante tone deposits in the pump Be Lltaen sepa water hoses filters ido er washer parts pes A mt r 3 is ced useful Lt M 4 uCced USCI UIS OF Washer 3 Recommended methods to reduce limestone buildups Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if thece are available i in your area e Install a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone buildup Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate ood washing practices may delay limestone damage to clothes
47. so use Permanent Press ses ee des a A in oe ra nens Lawra incorrect Waici ivve Small Load anant tard rrr a D a e AL pealeu wa of detergent non phosphate detergent avoi Piz Pash nn Aa Ser Antic Pee We B ilul USL IaUiit 5 LONCI p a To remove wrinkles e Retumbie on Permanent Press setting e Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting e If unsuccessful retumble on high heat for 10 12 minutes and hang immediately e Iron carefully Send to dry cleaners for pressing Some wrinkles may remain which cannct be removed Samassa naro agan oana amann Maama a lee amannan n a SNAGS HOLES Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets Check to make sure all such objects TEARS RIPS OR are removed Also check wash tub PSY EIN EAR Snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles zippers Fasten hooks zippers and washing knits which snag easily Turn knits inside out e Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by 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 contact with undiluted bleach Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes Chemicals such as hair bleach dye permanent wave solutions battery acids and toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes Rinse all towels and other articles that came in contact with these chemicais befor
48. table If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics Try to wash less often Save articles of the same type of fabric until you have a full load 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 NZa a aa TAantl axu elo er rer nll errs ot eee P UU IUCAI ULLTILY Vall Oil YUU WHC are the off peak hours 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 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 save on detergent and energy en en er ee eng arenas rset n Poet epee MY APD aE AMT ETN A SOI TRC ETRE ES rece IRE Mp ete ee amen ee a m It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers snap snaps hooks and buttons Lint Producers e Do any necessary mending rips hems tears Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain e Remove stains For STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE SEE PAGE 19 a Turn Poly Knits inside out to LINT PRODUCERS Such as minimize fabric surface damage ill terry toweling and che up lint Soaking and Pre treating a good way to loosen d
49. w to remove limestone deposits from clogged Filter Flo 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 ath m Ne wintas flushing with running water C AF TTIONS e Lats E AXPLY container y SEAL can damage porcelain Do not exceed 180 F 82 C or filter pan may warp e Do not soak in porcelain linarnr aLe With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE well be there All you have to do is call toll free 800 626 2000 Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Service a00 GE LA RES You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be 7 200 432 2434 there after your warranty expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices A GE Consumer Service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient fo
50. y Poor or inferior detergent Change to phosphate detergent if possible Follow these steps 1 Use water conditioner such as Calgon brand 2 Pre treat stains 3 Use hottest water possible 4 Use bleach where possible 5 Use pre soak aids 6 Install water softener Washer overloaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil 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 naan amnunt nf datarcant twi Ico the recommences amount or geter Vise e Use of soap in hard water Switch to a phosphate detergent or follow six steps described above e Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition Use shorter wash times for smaller loads Detergent dissolves too slowly Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the Start of agitation See page i5 e 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 Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate use 2 4 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 If you prefer to
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