GE WWA7678M User's Manual
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1. Ece Date fay D D GaBe FESR Contents Acitator 22 Safety Instructions 3 4 Appliance Registration 2 Sorting Clothes 4 9 Bleach Dispenser 8 Stains 16 Care and Cleaning 22 Stain Removal Guide 17 Consumer Services 23 Storage amp Vacation Tips 22 Controls Setting Guide 6 7 User Maintenance Instructions 22 Cycle Settings 5 Warranty Back Cover Detergents Other Additives 11 15 Energy Saving Tips 8 Filter Flo Pan 4 8 22 7 Hard Water 13 14 Limestone Deposits 12 22 Loading 4 10 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Pre Treating 7 9 15 GE Answer Center Problem Solver 18 22 800 626 2000 Models WWA7646M WWA 7678M CE Arpnliaenrae R Ewu Ma Be fo GHEE BR te eer DS 16 TG remotes arene ites meni EEA psa ypa edema beeen a Fo nir rnoawrofaslie eh Vedi VA Cn Yo It is inten and maint oa gs ER I anm 3 at haser LAA 2 merra en bm were INGU od it MIGhIUy U1 GISWULSD tU yuu questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Canine Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 If you received a Harmoanknel ux7oa cba UECEAERCUET UR VVGESEECTH oe Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the washer Save time and money Before you request service check the Problem2. Work Clothes b A E ETE E nmcavy eu Average soil Li nt AZUL Hot or Warm Permanent Press Treated Cottons Blends with Cottons Heavy or oily soil Normal Hot Extra Clean Cycle Set at Start soil Normal Warm Permanent Pressand Permanent Press or Knits Setting Average or lignt Sol _ Knits Cycles Synthetics Polyester Nylon Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics Sturdy Normal Warm Permanent Press and Normal Soil Setting Knits Cycles Delicates Gentle Warm Permanent Press and Knits Setting Knits Cycles i SRN g Silks Wools Blends of Silk Gentle Warm Permanent Press and Knits Setting D and Wool _ Knits Cycles Rayon and Acetate Goats Warm Permanent Press and Kais setne l Knits Cycles Down filled garments if machine washing Gentle Warm Permanent Press and Permanent Press Setting is recommended Knits Cycles Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Normal Hot Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting a Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets depending on amount of soil ee Receiving Blankets Coveralls Raby Clothes Delicate Gentle Warm Permanent Press a and Set at Knits Knits Cycles Blankets Wool Part Wool 5 min soak then Warm T Regular Cycles Light Soil Setting Cotton Normal IE Blankets Synthetic
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4. recommended detergent amounts in relation to water hardness Increase use of bleaches presoaks packaged water conditioners prewash m tr haln Soiland Stars Pomovers 0 non removing stubborn soils and stains Use oreater 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 FVSeELWwAA WAS etrhsA cleaning acon of y 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 i in a solution of twoc Cups of vinegar in One gai Hon of hot tap water for 15 minutes USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent CAUTIONS 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 Vinegar s soak may damage e senwe y some fabrics the dyes in LIMESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent w PERE bc Sa P T ne use Ot a SUITICICHLt amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do
5. Electric 5 min soak then Warm IE Regular Cycles o Light Soi Setting Narmal i i WA72 Lai i _ MORPET ome ces as i i ee eee Curtains DO NOT MACHINE WASH Hot or Warm Permanent Press and Permanent Press Setting F IBERGLASS Knits Cycles Chenille Bedspreads Robi Robes Gentle Hot or Warm Permanent Pressand Permanent Press or Knits Setting Knits Cycles depending on amount of soil Regular Cycles Hot or Warm Cold or Warm Slipcovers Draperies Bathmats and Rugs Normal Normal Setting Denims especially Indigo Blue Jeans a and Normal Regular Cycles N ormal Setting other fabrics that bleed Rubber coated Items Laminated Fabrics Gentle Warm Permanent Press and Set at Knits Vinyl Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim Knits Cycles Gentle Permanent Press and Permanent Press or Knits Setting Knits Cycles depending on amount of soil Ne ee Check size Some slipcovers draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home size washer Pillows SE SEa erent sheet mnn nere TO eT p ics Dead i a Sha E EE ao era Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels f i anes chlorine type If colorfast is unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended
6. F CAm WAMNAAN Y For one year from date of original purchase we will 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 FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charae replacement parts for any part of the transmission that fails because Af a maniifactiiringa dafart Vari nav AJI CA PL ERAT TRS PUA AUJIE I5 nw A A aw U4 puy for the service trip to your home and service labor charges Or if you desire we wiii provide a completely reconditioned transmission You pay for the shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and service labor charges This warranty is extenaed to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel 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 Yeiiow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY
7. Follow package directions Treat only heavily soiled areas Check garments uch as Spray n Wash care labels for instructions and K2R brands TR TT aS Sys SSPE ESSN CAUTION Washer control panels and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products if such products are spi ayed on Of have direct contact with the washer Apply these pretreatment ad products away from washer The fabric may then be washed n ormally Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment erante an asm sinuan m an am covered br E77 oS BE EAN ucts is not covered oy your Warranty TINTS AND DYES Powdered such as Rit Follow package directions and Tintex brands NOTE Tinted garments may not be colorfast Wash separately e h ot water omplete cycle 5 mim aiar bitten d x Suaa SN 1c 5 120 ml detergent 1 cup 240 ml Biel Wipe exterior parts Caution Tinting may discolor plastic i in 4 ma laste Alna aaa a a requce discolorat ion washer see a oe will anave ziw y wa WR AREER RRO aws How to tin PaT staing E VREER YYY 96088 1 Try to remove stains as soon as possible The fresher the stain the easier it is tn remove AWE 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
8. Instructions A sharp distinctive sound will he heard at the end of each spin period ag the m stops and the spin brake inside the transmission locks in This sound is onal Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively y during spin 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 and may cause it to move from its original position In extreme cases usually occurs the lid and restart WASHER PAUSES e Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash and spin or IN CYCLE between s spin and rinse If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service DOR e IU UiCcami are oO USER MAINTENANCE When replacing the agitator INSTRUCTIONS Eo PS carefully lower straight down onto the shaft so that it fits into the slots The tub The porcelain is Then apply downward pressure inti agitatar anana inta ite narmal until agita tUL vap AUR iLO ILIWI LLIA self cleaning Leave lid open after washing to allow moisture to position evaporate Do not use harsh ar eerittey ALAA Raa KR UL B itt y LICALISCIL DS The exterior Wipe off a spills of A Lubicie deposit
9. MEDIUM coro NORMAL a bi i HEAVY 5 ETTI Quick N AUTO EXTRA RINSE rr 8 eae Extra Clean Cycle D i TQ 7 7O 1 Select Wash and Rinse Sorting and Loading NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo _ f ture e Sort clothes carefully by fabric a ee a on Faa type weight color and amount of Filter Flo pan amp Push Cycle Selector knob in soil according to instructions on gt a F and turn clockwise to your selected page 9 ror information on Lica cne s ana wash setting Remove Filter Flo pan The A a age SES Rte Dement KOE es Re eng EE Seen Close the lid Washer w1 ill fill UIIUCIESIUC OL LIC Hu isd BUCU piace mys See ae ts FES to put the pan while loading or but not agitate or spin wit the lid unloading clothes open Setting the Controls Use the Controls Setting Guide on pages 6 and 7 to help you make the pope selections Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start the washer if you wish to change setting after washer has started push Cycle Selector knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time A N my ae Ada man ir AMN liva eg a Inoui nt detergent pages ll through 15 for information on detergents and other laundry additives e Load clothes into wash basket being careful not to overload Clothes should be below retaining ring See page 10 for more loading information Position the Filter Flo pan on the Fs agitator Lint wi
10. a time to balance load using an extra large water ee ee BE SS PSS ES ee Se a ee iieii e i E E icii cw tai level et ren ACP RE ern are A tn re rt NA ROY For more information on care labeling send for What s New About CARE LABELS Kor sale by the Superintendent of Documents U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 id lu bleach only If yo ou pric to use powdered bleach pour it into the Filter Flo pan or wash basket along with your detergent Do not put nowder art hla ach into tha hlaanh pvr Liwl ea Dicacil ILILU tne UILACII dispenser MIERA DEEN OELSE ra e A satin Measure bileach CdaICIULly TICI are some recommended amounts T ARGE WATED T EVET iodi LEINNIJIL VITAE RAN Lusius Y Lala cups 310 ml liquid SMALL WATER LEVEL 3 cup 170 ml liquid e Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser re Fara s DO not OVE OFT allow UISPCIisei to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage o Never nour undiluted lianid Sea wee 2 eS YS we yz wae bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket 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 nroverly select correct cycles use a pice Z wwewwt wivsi
11. additional detergent that is required for these soiis lt r P PRESS Regular Cycles i knits Permanent Pres Soak Cycle y and Knits Cycle LIGHT SOL a o HORMAL gy e Off HEAVY E we E START orr_ amp Auick Cyct AUTO EXTRA RINSE PN START Extra Clean Cycle PULL ANODE TOSIANT PUSHIO STOP ma Omek C vele ona Qf SEAGER Wy Vee cae For small lightly soiled loads you ramen need in a hurry a ye weer e aaneen berf p pass U OOOO ma tar Cycles Bla 1s Permanent Press nme Soak Cycle y and Knits Cycles i LIGHT SOIL o rate NORMAL ef M ne A EE peme HEAW BL SH START ed yc a Fae aac ll g Quick Cycle ee lt a REDA AUTO EXTRA RINSE ey XN uT START ma Extra Clean Cycle PULL KNOB TO START PUSH TO STOP Cyclo Uran Selector Settings 5 NOTES Total time includes paus Arta VERB ae anawa nm wr me each phase of cycle e Total time does not include water fill times Fili times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level es between TURN THE PAGE for Controls Setting Guide Wash Spin Wash Water Speed Temperature Cycle Cottons and Linens White Colorfast Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting 5 Bright Non colorfast Normal Warm or Cold Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting
12. nightgowns pads and sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold Pee a a BR Dl EF ae ee wate E rE water and conditioning LiKe Borateem Didilu a vw u awna time Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent No bleach 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 White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Vacuum out loose dirt before washing l Irri White or coior fast liquid chlorine type White or colorfast liquid chlorine ty ype Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time Shake before washing to remove excess dirt No bleach For new 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 discoloration but will probably never eliminate it The stained r will not discolor subsequent washing loads asawa wa a waa anu wa ax waasna mS wewe down Many pillows can be fiaehine waed but TAn care labels must be followed carefully If washing 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 detergent Add two pillows at
13. 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 sampie of the material a Avoid nea af hat water an YULI Wow Wl SAVE VWa Waa 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 Chiorine Bleach for White and Rleachable Fabrics Mix 1 4 cup 60 ml chlorine bleach with one gallon 3 8 liter of cool water approximately 80 F 27 a in a sink or pan Soak stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer e mR A a Oe T ne Case of the lt invisipie Sta Laii 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 i in the wack i the oily y 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 e Ke wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these A fter You Wash stains o Increase the amount of detergent normally used Increase water temperature where sone ies ale See next page for Stain
14. the use of a net laundry bag Factors to consider in selecting detergents and soap eS SE r FEN Ss a 8 Products Advantages Disadvantages Phosphate Perform weil in hard or soft water Are not available in some areas Fowdered Detergents Wash all types of fabrics well aw ha waad in hat warm ar mea Call UC USOU LHA IUL WL UE 5 Non Pnospnate Perform satisfactorily in soft Generally do not clean well in Powdered Detergents or moderately hard water hard water In some areas only non phosphate May be difficult to dissolve products are available especially in cold water Should not be used in cold water a Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits onclothes and washer when a combined with hard water a See page 12 eee Liquid Detergents Perform well in soft water May not perform as weli as emanrraeadn nhacnhata nradu ote PO YWUvivu PHVI PHAT pPiVuuv v Offer better performance in when diluted in wash water hard water than powdered non phosphate types Cleans synthetics and fabric blends well i Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissolve even in cold water Perform well in soft water Generally do not clean well in Soaps medium hard or hard water hardness minerals to form sticky soap curd Ma
15. 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 chemicals before putting them in wash Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals PROBLEM TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR continued SNAGS HOLES HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as COUaIs and cutis washing and mend all rips and tears 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 f process It is not caused by washer You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a Large Water Level Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press items Remove collar stays when possible o Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears Check agiti spots if necessary e Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer e Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level WASHER WON T OPERATE 1d t turned Make sure both not and cold faucets are turned on e Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector Knob
16. Aw et 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 Pre OS Ce SN OE a eee yay ae Regular Cycles ig P PASS ig Permane Soak Cycle p O and Knits LIGHT SOL amp gt NORMAL gp or HEAVY M a START l eR PULL ANOS TO START PUSH 16 STOP rey Saving Tips How to use the Soak Cycle m Y Ou ENO N AUTO EXTRA RINSE KA Vyr START Extra Clean Cycle a COA IZ YUM 9 bj tamna ature Aia W UE Cini per LuLu wall aatamancaliy be cold am n n n a s if a hot Or Warin 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 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 Cycle Selector Knob to compiete the cycle e For an extended soak allow the washer to fili and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period pull out the Cucle Selector knoh tn cnamniete Piet atc ee Wr Bw Awe we AUIS LZ beet alata sutbeatralh tal the cycle Under normal soil conditions wash in water ab
17. Removal Guide SS A oe ee rete Steere OE TT Stain removal guide tain White and Bleachable Fabrics See Control Setting Guide Bleach on Page 7 Adhesives Chewing Gum etc Antiperspirants Deodorants according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page If color has changed you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia Rinse thoroughly Blood Soak in cold water then launder in warm water If stain remains Chocolate Cream Ice Cream and Milk Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry Coffee and Tea Without cream Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on cream Cosmetics Eye Shadow Lipstick Mascara Liquid or Pancake Make up Rouge Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil Hint on opposite page Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Wine Vegetables or Food Coloring Removal Hint on opposite page launder Grass Foliage Flowers Mildew Scorch Ink Ballpoint Removal Hint on opposite page eames Paint and Varnish banana oil Launder in warm water Perspiration opposite page launder and dry Rust Apply rust remover using manufacturer s directions Rinse and launder Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Use dull tool to carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible Sponge w
18. S ES E Beh 2 detergent by adjusting the water level for the size of the load See page 4 Snecial recommendations BPH tk Ut QW AAR RRA a t_Y T we Pr em for washing permanent press if you do not have a dryer If you are machine washing Permanent Press clothes that you pian to iine dry or drip dry use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash process Be careful not to overload washer Permanent Press clothes must have ample room to move freely A Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that 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 k A e Remove clothes nromotly as AAWAAAL wAS UE LD FrN aap tS YS soon as washer stops and hang immediately e To minimize wrinkling use the ore Gentle Wash Spin Speed sun To add items after the washer has started Turn off the washer Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan e Add any additional articles by submerging next to the agitator e Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Biltear_Blan nan Dah nat niara amp LELWI A AVS pessre aww LEIL aww detergent packets in the Filter Flo pan NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend
19. SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS NOT COVERED e Service trips to your home to e Replacement of house fuses or teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers peep does het and pled eae e Failure of the product if it is used yOu MIEN eve any qJUESTSN for other than its intended purpose about operating the product or used commerciaii please contact your dealer or our y Consumer Affairs office at the e Damage to product caused address below or cali toil free by accident fire floods or acts GE Answer Center of God ERARA WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE consumer information service FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES e Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsibie for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities i Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company if further help is needed concerning this warranty write Vanager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 f E Eh E ED k
20. Solver on pages 18 through 22 It lists causes af minar aneratinga nrahlame that WL LILILLIIVJL Vpwi aii prtVyiviltyo LEACLEL you can correct yourself Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label on the lower left side near the front ee 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 Nurnber Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your washer AH washi ing i ins D via motn KUC CSia DON caesar ate To obtain a Spanish language version of this book call LT A wn rev rn AN eee m aa UWE AUSWCI WOCHLCI 800 626 2000 consumer information service See espanol de este manual llame a GE Answer Center servicio de informacion para el consumidor telefono 800 626 2000 F FOR YOUR SAFETY fyou smell gas 1 Open andows 2 Don ttouch Para obtener la version en elecirical switches i 3 Extinguishany open flame alt wk Ps 2r gm am Se 4 immediately Call your gas supplier Don t turn electric switches on or off because sparks may FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other KA a ii a a E E Hammapie vapors ana liquids in the vicinity spplance applia ance eae p enue If You Need Service To ob
21. a p clothac far washing E Separate Z P Separate Se PERG LUA 7y Ser anaesay pee S Ze SS SEL lt Exh pty pockets brush out cuffs lt a lt pe zin 7inners snap snaps hooks aai Lint Bip Gappwass Der Secs oo Producers J died J R el J g e Do any necessary mending rips omi an hems tears i lt lt 7 Check all items for areas of heavy meh soil or stain Remove stains For STAIN a a a REMOVAL GUIDE SEE PAGE 17 J Turn Poly Knits inside out to mam am o pe LINT PRODUCERS Such as from minimize fabric surface damage terry toweling and chenille give ana a er ee lint soaking and fre treaims ki a good way to loosen deep soils LINT COLLECTORS such as Haaw g and stains i man made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy attract lint These must be washed separately A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another way to remove heavy soils embedded dirt and even some For more information on lint stains control see page 18 TAN Soaking can be either a completely me _ separate washing step or a prelim e inary step to a complete wash cycle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see page 8 y see page 8 Sort by fabric Separate AANA p FOR INFORMATION ON from PAGE 15 e Pre treat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent ora
22. and normal suds powders liquids non phosphate powders follow recommendations on package 3 For hard water treatment see page 14 Rafara unan ran danida what ta An ARENI E WS jJvu Wwttkk Geciae yvV AIGAL to UU 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 o If you live in a rural area or in some suburban areas contact your county agent wots cece h Wen Chetan Bnew C23 The answer Will oc ko haye SO many grains per gallon and means this 0 to 3 grains per gallon SOFT 4 to 10 grains HARD ll to 19 grains VERY HARD 20 orainec and ower ae fia Gass Vw EXTREMELY HARD Hard water do you have it 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 nhosnhate detergent pst Astle Wy wE mwa at you also have no problem Raut if von have ma than 19 SFU a yuu nave moric BH IJ 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 Add this much water softener with a full water level Grains of hardness When using with detergent When using with soap 120 ml 180 ml 74 cup
23. at start of rinse cycle Wash Additive such as Follow Package directions Rain Barrel brand Add during wash cycle i i E esac i WATER SOFTENER Non precipitating Follow package directions eee A A ny PN Be A lA nt etn Af seen oh sucn as aigon Drang Add at Start of wasn cycle Precipitating such as Follow package directions Borax brand Jse with detergent or soap in wash cycle Special instructions 1 Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bieach directly into washer or on drv clothes SS eee et Se emer is 2 S Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special instructions May be used on ail kinds c i 2 Is most effective in ho ny eeatw me S 6 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2 Reduces static electricity 3 Use carefully Too much may cause staining on came rlinthac SUALIDW VAVLIVS 4 Do not pour directly on clothes 5 For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle pues eth EET ern m a n car en such as Rain Barrel brand follow mantiracwrer s z am acl a n nm saa 2 aa n n T mn ta F men ip which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water T hardness minerais tO iorm prec pitate AND SPOT REMOVERS
24. baths are heavy Pooror inferior detergent Change to phosphate detergent 1 Use water conditioner such as Calgon brand 8 rennen eere ETE eT ETT ET eT T Spanii rEnp u eT TN PET hae ee eat arene Tip tee o ean SPs ge i R e les sient ENE ME Data MAA EAEE cal TEEN A A E REEERE A ane pes ad ada de cae ee he eee el oa eee n paene peee meme ee U an eee aS e ieee So A ee et a gt ao cw 1 p r a aoe meepraat mmsvnermsseera erae capa oa anamanna Amar meere eer pA e a ALAAN Aanname papas 1 Ate eater aeaea ht Eg peate sm aaaeeeaa ee a e peeraa amry minanang uea at panray aa aE AAE Tet A BAU EPS RULVS GRAYED Washer overloaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil Ee oy CLOTHES gray appearance Follow correct loading procedures for size of load continued p e Improper soaking with insufficient detergent Usually a 30 minute soak is sufficient E However when i using extended soaks for heavily soiled g garments you may need to use z twice the recommended amount of detergent Use of soap in hard water Switch to a phosphate detergent or follow six steps at the a bottom of page 18 Zi Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition Use shorter wash times for smaller loads Deiergent dissolves too siowly Detergent must be present in the wash solution at tne start of agitation See page 13 to l e To resto
25. clothes push in the Cyele Selector knob to STOP position then wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid 3 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 nel shinning or pm Dood annlancas appt AER ces anli Sarsy packing materials properly Before discarding a washer oro removing from service remove the washer lid Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bleaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children preferably inalockedcabinet Observe a nll rr all warnings on container labelsto _ avoid personal injury lt Keep the aica around and underneath your appliances free fromthe accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping e To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning except the removal and mane es at Lehna n cleaning of the lint filter NOTE Turning the oe Selector Tanh tn nA knob to an OFF position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply a Din nnt n e Do not tamper wit e Donot operate this appliance Ee nathani
26. es access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fuily warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover proce dures intended to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified ser vice personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation A ee o ehh GE Answer Center 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 etl ha ancurread nramntly an WL UC ALLOWELEU piVviuipuy Gears courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week t le Top TEV TE eon wen T gt a 5 t Miar t auas CLT BINS HHT BEAR CONN Bum AAD amp BO OO LOR ELAATEO Beare ves wa Se SO e Upon request GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge cali 800 626 2000 Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request information or service AER ra mara n Vn td
27. i cup 160 ml 240 ml I cup 14 cups 240ml 360ml 2 cup cup 14 i cup plus i tabiespoon for every 5 grains above 30 246 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains 124 cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above 30 300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains hoe Dauta pm po CAE E tanai Rains uvuuesenscqarpgt een ponepeeaeantcoge ages tanepangeggercareaqpeg ere et LUE Ee BE PEED ERE popii ne tipini c fa ares rE y ea i a uneged optaeqeaunnegn omen sed ries epa aiaga qapeysee dean geceger gar agers cc yaranan eet Pa recibir Debs a Ueto die BE ae sS VERS PRN E ee a wap wate 4 ees Rre pp egen m Ep Ep A EENE Da aati th oia ajA Enright popi Shay SESE bat hn aa ETS ihin ad Paola Tipit H PEER i i Teepe nergy merry rs meega aap eerren TT e T e rah eee aTa d plee E ga PLA yO Me oe og Eaa mT hied Tp yen Teh al Lei May ce cttec A geet Re TP LS Fine fae h ARO aT ae E PE ma ak product and type How to use it BLEACH Chlorine Liquid Dilute bleach with at least one quart such as Clorox brand 0 96 liter water and add after wash action has started and detergent is dissolved Non chlorine such as Follow package directions Clorox 2 brand Put ped oe into washer with detergent NEVA amp UL CIE au ix recommended amount with one Rinse additive such as Mix recomme noun owny Brand cup 240 ml water and add
28. in Only non chlorine bleach when needed guide on page 13 White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 13 Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach when needed White or colorfast liqu 1id chlorine tyne Small loads reduce wrinklin Non colorfast only n non chlorine bleach i f g Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 13 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 13 Small loads reduce wrinkling when needed o Fae en ee eee eee eee No bleach Wash only if recommended by the garment manufacturer Follow instructions carefully Seldom needed If needed use only non chlorine bleach Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer No bleach Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment s warmth Wash separately Wet 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 granular detergent Close zippers Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED E White or colorfast liquid chlorine type You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spets Rinse diapers
29. is pulled out to ON position Make sure lid is closed Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open e Check house fuses or circuit breakers If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet remove it Washer should have separate outlet WATER o Make sure temperature selector switches are correctly set emmu TEMPERATURE Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and IS INCORRECT neeaaea annann eee aana nO Marrao mona a WATER WON T DRAIN WATER LEAKS regulated correctly Make sure noses are donno ea 10 CCl ocr tance sees hot to hot cold to cold O hoses from water valve Clean th e Check househoid water Make sure drain hose is not kinked e Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft above floor in and secured to drain facility continued next page gt rg e Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets e Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted 1 sat edna ar m eo laannan Water valve screens may be st Ve a POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY O a ee Small unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process Check garments before f i ah BS DB BYR RRR APO Y GA evViIliliueu PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WASHER IS NOISY e Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and front jam nuts tight See the Installation
30. ith a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains bleach bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Soak in cold water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid opposite page Launder With cream Follow chart directions for Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder 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 on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Fresh stains Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and sponge with dry cleaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply undiluted liquid detergent Old stains bleach according to Stain Soften with oil lard or Vaseline then sponge with turpentine or 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 Other Washable Fabrics Same as white and bleachable fabrics Same as white and bleachable fabrics except use non chlorine bleach Sponge or soa
31. k in cool water then launder Soak in cold water Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder in warm water 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 Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Then launder in warm detergent water Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted liquid detergent Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach then launder Old mildew stains can seldom be removed Scorch can seldom be removed Same as white and bleachable fabrics except launder using non chlorine bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics Launder in warm water Rinse well Bleach with non chlorine bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics Caution Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic be sure you are in a well ventilated room when using them No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is 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 vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death Save and refer to garment manufac
32. ll collect in the pan i for easy removal when the wash is finished i e Tins to Help You Select Settings E g Wr D A Nor T Paar Ee r3 Regular Cycies Permanent Press and Knits Provides longer wash time for most cottons linens and work and play clothes FF P D T Regular Cycles ps Permanen Soak Cycle o and Knits UGHT SOIL amp NORMAL ot HEAVY ore ee ee Sees aes AUTO EXTRA RINSE ey Extra Clean Cycle PULL MINDS TO START PUSH TO STOP Soak Cycle Use with most soaking aids to loosen embedded soils and stains FFE P PRESS Regular Cycles E Kaas Permanen Saak Cycle o amp and Knits i LIGHT SOIL gp wy NORMAL SE HEAVY EB or S Q AUTO EXTRA ASSE Sa Extra Clean Cycle PULL ENGD TO Stag PUIN TO STOF Cycles A combination of agitation and soak for more effective polyester knits laundering Plus an extended cool down spray rinse is provided to minimize the setting of wrinkles P PRESS gular Cycles dii a knits Permanent Press Soak Cycle o and Knits Cycles d UGHTSOIL y NORMAL mp E oF HEAVY 8 E START Quick Cycie eas START e AUTO EXTRARINSE OFF j j Extra Ciean Cycie PULL KWOS TO START PUSH TO STOP Extra Clean Cycle For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil An Auto Extra rinse is provided to help remove the
33. minia ench ag vinegar oO QARIMIAVALIG VE HWA Da HF seem pte and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustibie or expiosive 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 WARNING HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water neater and the gas can accumulate in the water haatar and ar water nines if hot BEWCEUGYER GARANE WA TI Wwe wa rer om art water has not been used fora period of two weeks or longer HYDROGEN GAS 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 io escape Since the gas iS flammable do not smoke or use Aara MALLOED fi g an open flame or appliance during this process PAT avr Ee 3 e Never reach oe washer while it is moving Before loading unloadine ar adding
34. minimize wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle Incorrect water level Use Large Water Level for Medium Load Medium Level for Small Load Repeated washing in water which is too hot Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of detergent e Accumulation 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 Re tumble on Permanent Press setting e Re rinse and dry on Permanent Press setting e If unsuccessful re tumble on high heat for 10 to 12 minutes and hang immediately Iron carefully e Send to dry cleaners for pressing e Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed i YYSNY we SNAGS HOLES 8 Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets Check to make sure all such objects are removed Also check wash tub e Snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles zippers Fasten hooks zippers and buttons Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles This is especially important in washing knits which snag easily Turn knits inside out e Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR improper use of chlorine bleach Use only correct amount of bleach See page 15 Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come in contact
35. ne if itis damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missini o or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug m ATA Tre wl tan baz Never Climo On OFS washer top e Do not wash fiberg lass articles in your washer Skin irritation could sle fener tha TEsuit iLO ine remaining pai rticles that may be picked up by clothing during cnheeanent washer nse DELIE ALEK se inaaieacindinating BOG AAY YU ehrama ene BR wos OS Be ig gen ne gt Impoi rtant t Safety Instructions continued e The Pe process can ndue n Br vashe operation _ the flame retardancy of fabrics To Do not leave washer lid up avoid ct aresult the se a ae 20 diring cycle This will stop the manufacturer s care instructions Oe should be followed very Carefully E s wash and spin action and proren Ba Og Sie a a let be folloyed very carefully completion ofthe eyalet 3 o a HE mewer F a s Lo T a ADA Ao U FA ae Bea ral ae te Pn 4 VEU Tres He Lm LL HOW tO aie your ciothes washer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance Wesh Spin Speeds Water Level Wash Rinse Temperature Regular Cycles i g een Permanent Pross Permanent Press Soak Cycle y and Knits een Permanent Pross WARM UGHYSOL o
36. one deposits e Increased service calls because of limestone deposits in the gt pump recirculation Wa tCi hoses filters and other washer parts e Reduced useful life of washer Recommended methods to reduce limestone buildups Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area e Install a home water softener Then exes ntnnsfennetle waren AML Wiil OLB IULICALILLY LCUULL limestone buildup m Plan na an rln en a sii es al et a eS tt vw USC aAa pau sagcu non precipita tatin 8 water softener such as Calgon 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 These are generally good washing practices and will give better soil removal whether or not you have hard water or use carbonate data ant Geer pent e Use hotter wash water for nuyrnemanla sen ten IKAO Cana 2H CAaMIPIC up tU IJU amp IUI CUOULUU This also improves oily soil removal 15 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 EET PA possible o Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes yh wwe A e Increase amount of detergent See guide on opposite page for
37. ove 80 F 27 C This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approximately 90 to 110 F or hand comfortable If you notice that coil has accumulated after SBAWEAWAY LAZEEE WAVY AZAR SALSA E42 G BY CEAAALEALEALWHSE 244 FOS 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 39 meses et How to use tne Filter Flo Pa Tha T Ita e Cla atha lint filtar i140 i itch k iO pan i is CiLlW LILIL LIEWIL Position the Filter Flo pan on the agitator after loading clothes into the washer Lint is easily seen and removed after 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 Flo pan Do not place detergent packets in the Filter Flo pan e Jf you must wash smaller loads adjust the amount of water Small loads should have lower water levels Wash in off neak utility hours YPN SAA aaa WAR Tvennt Your local utility can tell you which are the off peak hours Use Normal Spin speed to remove more water and help lessen 4 drying time The dryer will remove any wrinkles caused by Normal Spin Ll men te cart tha Pin hes A Sort by surface texture Sort by soil It pays to check and prepare
38. package specifies adding to wash cycle See page 15 e Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may provide some help e Static electricity caused by overdrying will cause attraction Use fabric softener in rinse cycle GREASY OR OILY These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before STAINS ON washing clothes However if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle the LAUNDERED oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water The spots will then be very visible They GARMENTS are not caused by the washer Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible 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 DOT PEN aa FAAA APAAMAA TAATA me AAtauwAnnua ccna AL eTa T SENS DA od Ae Nhs ARABI S STIQUILICLOLIL GOL LEVL AUU iay HCCU tU TIL Se amount OL UUCLOLECIIL uSEG it 10a iS larger than normal if soils are oily or heane an average if water level is large or if water is Hard to Extremely Hard e 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
39. paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap For best results wait 1 2 hour before washing n i In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever cossible B Cottons g 9 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 towels Here is a typical full load 3 Double Sheets Long Sleeve Shirts 3 Boxer Shorts 6 Standard Pillow Cases 5 T shirts 2 Pair Trousers 3 Handkerchiefs This illustration with clothes just reaching the Clothes Retaining Ring shows a proper load Clothes hav amr nia ranm ta MAVA haranca nave aapaw RBWWSAR LUJ ZARB UWVOAUMOW they are not packed down nor wrapped around the agitator Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are apt to pack down which encourages overloading This size load requires a full water fill ee ue lias eters wir ba AWEAA Free LeErA ASAASA What is the best size load of CidincS i1al 5s medium 6 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 clothes until you have a full load If you must wash smaller loads Save water enerov and BMJ CALALT SR JEA F FY EEUU AS RS
40. r 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 buiidup in lines drain water neater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze Tawa Sere DILANA th rat 1cimo0n juice through Stain 19 remove overall yellow usea commercially available AVF rust scale remover following package instructions If norc BBW wera w A WARANS FT wag Cna E e TT sarg e 447 YS e TR Se dil IIVI WAAL YY S do not use in the washer use a plastic container BLUE OR GRAY Improper use of fabric softener Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes always Ts OTA TATE L nEn aa nriran tr marna tunban See mada 18 Rh mamanun otmeno damnan oftainad aran COLOR ANN dilute DEIO LC AUUUS tO ISC Wadith cc page 1S RO RCHRAUFYE SERKHEESe UCUIPUIL OUALLICAL GEOG and rub with undiluted liquid deert Re wash using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric GENERAL washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions E i A If in doubt do not machine wash or dry continued next page 19 SHRINKAGE Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand others may be safely Be 7 Pigs nw ued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SHRINKAGE Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics tha
41. re grayed cioihes foiiow one of these procedures o L Put clothes in washer Fill with HOT water Check Manufacturers Care Labels to spe determine if hot water is suitabie for garment o Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate use 21 2 times as much as you need for normal water softening m TN amb eer Amdam Aw Anne UU HOL USC UCLOLECUL Ul SUaY m AWN EEP PEEN OEE E dhe Rew S T E P AUOW CIONES tO gO tnrougn Compete Cycie e Repeat if necessary 2 If you prefer to use the Soak Setting see page 8 Use the water softener in place of soak agent Or prewash detergent and aliow ciothes to soak for about 20 minutes YELLOWED e Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent Check CLOTHES hem of T shirt or pillow case If they are white and center is yellow it contains body oil Restore whiteness following procedures on Grayed Ciothes above e Chlorine 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 Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots 1 Use extra detergent plus a non precipitating water softener dissolved in water before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach 2 Have a special filter o
42. s from closgesed wasning Compounds Wipe or dust ad with grease with damp cloth Try not to hit i ioen Filter Flo pan ielly surface with sharp objects Soak filter pan in a preheated ee de eee 160 F 71 C solution of half To store washer vinegar and half water for 15 How to remove limestone hed OF R Ask service technician to remove The Activator agitator Remove water from drain pump and hoses at regular intervals about 4 to 6 minutes Then brush each side of months and remove any lint that Pushing 3 a bristle a while i ith running water to prevent freezing l may have accumulated No tools WA not atren tha sher W th awn it VO fot Store tne Wasner wnere it are needed simply grasp agitator will be exposed to the weather with both hands and pull straight CAUTIONS o For i tions up sharply The slotted section at l l Dies uae the top of the metal shaft has a light e Do not soak in porcelain Be sure water supply is shut off at coating of lubricant to prevent parts container Vinegar can damage laucets and drain all water from from sticking together If this area porcelain hoses if weather will be below appears to be dry apply a light coat e Do not exceed 180 F 82 C freezing oe ie ot grease or petroleum jelly around or filter pan may warp the slotted section of the shaft hefnare ranlarina tha anitatar Da VEL LY Le Piauiig UI QKIALJI L U not overgrea
43. se oh Po EE ae ot imen Gok daine alai ai aiii Cen are anes nper eee mr enpe AL ST P eet ai a T ec ec E E E R in ea a sp ks Wi an Ayi ari mi Cf So a eE De EAR In Home Repair DEVICE 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 A GE Consumer Service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for 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 weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Satur FUN e a i Ww ee od days Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handied in just one visit iamnan bii eee Lop ne an ee HE ETA R SOLE EL TT n the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance Service Contracts On 808 626 2224 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will stili be 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 Parts and 4 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home free of shipping charge The GE parts system provid
44. t ha improperly stretched may be pressed back KNITS and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garment into shape after each wash and dry cycle e Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics is gradually removed by laundering This may also be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for relaxation shrinkage above s 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 RINKL Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang clothes immediately P ERMANEN TP RESS o Too many clothes in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads z AND NO IRON aL ITEMS Improper loads Avoid launder ing heav y Permanent Press items such as work clothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses Do not wash Permanent Press items with regular laundry e Too many clothes in washer Permanent Press loads should always be smaller than regular loads no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely Incorrect wash and dry cycles Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides a cooldown rinse to
45. tain service see the WIE VAAL WF WE y avwa Wate LAA Consumer Services page in the back of this book 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 steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain 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 p nhone number to SAAJ SAW AACA AAL YS Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel AN North Winalran Ne 4U INOrU VaCner Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 E p peame PATEE eati E E ETT T i erai aeren e gt ga fai oud ee amar ae foren PTT OT PE ee aa Hy rte na cudgel st ohn fire electric SHOCK or injury te persons when using your appliance E follow basic precautions including E the following o Use this appliance only for its 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 foods sume ene T all receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your
46. to make sure your wash comes out clean Amount required varies according to i Water hardness 2 Amount of soil 3 Size of load 4 Type of detergent 5 Wash temperature Use more detergent if you have Hard water Large loads Greasy or oily soils Lower wash temperature Low phosphate detergent A A Ww N m How much detergent should you use fe Tf the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds switch to a low sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package U Ising too little detergent i 1S a common cause of laundry problems Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup How to use detergent granular or powdered 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 Water Hardness VERY HARD High Sudsing 10 20 Gr Powder Type HARD Low Sudsing Concentrated Powder Type LIQUID ae Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load Water Levei Setting Large Medium Small 2 cups 1 cups 1 cups I cup Ye cup FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS 1 Use recommended amount of detergent for your load and water hardness as shown in guide 2 When using other detergent types low
47. turers care labels RE e Incorrect sorting of clothes Separate HAP produces such as terry towels and chenille H nnh a ania fahe aly erle ucu 45 man made ta0rics Ver veteen corduroy lt fram l nt racatyvars fa aF REWWAAL HHE Aww Y WE G a o Washing too long especially for smaller loads For normal soil wash one minute per pound o ofdry clothes e Use of non phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a mar linn id da 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 13 o 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 e Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle Increase amount of detergent See page 13 e Incorrect use of fabric softener If used in wash cycle softeners may react with detergent to create a white deposit Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless
48. washer you can obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you Pronerly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions 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 overioad Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pr essure on NOSES and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve ee ies or daca t ananannant Pa Se appliance cenl by the be ia than the rard tn avoid damage to the tii au CLAW WUE LE LU ULF ANS BERRA Ste OY Bee cord or junction of cord and plug Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Book or in published user repair instructions that you undersiand and have the skills to carry out WARNIN G Io reduce the risk of S 2 Read all ir instructions before u eung this s appliance Ton minimize the possibility ott SWReE RRO U 9 i Wa ER zpena ye e Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammnania ar Ar
49. y combine with water amp The Festis Qi C Is your water hard If it is and if you use a carbonate type non t 11 phosphate detergent you will most probably notice limestone deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces The hardness of your water and your washing Toia s aAa fr equency Will aeter IHC now 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 buiidups in just a few months Effects on ciothes Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidiy on cotton it wili eventually affect various fabrics in the following ways e 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 Leaves a white powdery residue on dark colored items e 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 as children s sleepwear 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 limest
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