GE WWA6600M User's Manual
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1. seyret coastal PROBLEM SHRINKAGE KNITS eter earn tenance A a te ay WRINKLING IN PERMANENT PRESS AND NO IRON ITEMS A AAT SNAGS HOLES TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR eee teene ene amaeana rea Ae tees nt eR A i Nt ene e y ye Re POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY 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 o 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 wacha d man times without Drevious chr nkase Treat a for relaxation WasneG many LILIW O VV ALLAALI UL pr wees Sal inkage 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 and drying on Low or Delicate heat Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang clothes immediately a e Too many clothes in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads E e Improper loads Avoid laundering2. Contents Agitator 22 Pre Ireating 7 9 15 Appliance Registration 2 Problem Solver 18 22 Care and Cleaning 22 Safety Instructions 3 4 Consumer Services 23 Soak Setting 5 8 Controls Setting Guide 6 7 Sorting 4 9 Cycle Settings 5 Stains 16 Detergents Other Additives 11 15 Stain Removal Guide 17 Energy Saving Tips 8 Storage amp Vacation Tips 23 Filter Flo Pan 4 8 10 22 User Maintenance Instructions 22 Hard Water 14 Warranty Back Cover Limestone Deposits 12 22 Loading the Washer 4 10 Model and Serial Numbers 2 GE Answer Center Operating Instructions 4 000 626 2000 Model WWA6600M rp ETENEE LG M a ne pE rE E E dz Bau ie ago erat oe eee ee TT Tee z z iO MAUS GR rri TA EELS Ea aia otf icu die pde n cc C ite a 3243 iUe NE a eae ee MM a y Fete SAA OAT EL SANE SORES Memmi Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new washer properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Consumer Affairs WJ he 1xXppiidilevo 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 Carving Before you request service check the Problem Solver on pages 18 through 22 It lists causes of minor operating prob
3. ettent Snel Rust eee te eR HE SN EEE AEE RMS Rt ae A RR RR x 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 c UU 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 neo rnaath Rew kaw Lads vhich mav e a Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas w ay ca Cc Save and refer to zarment manufacturers care Labels M PROBLEM LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES C M 4 VASGROMAC War WS h Chet heA e AQUA AAA A ye 8 zh LH Gt Q a S 1 e gu S t Un D z m ot cu it S i E C un lt amp C C 3 Ce S GC z Q lt e Washing too long especially for smaller loads pound of dry clothes e Use of non phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a osphate d precipitate which can be mistaken for lint Usea hate 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 i
4. When replacing the agitator carefully lower straight down onto the shaft so that it fits into the slots Then apply downward pressure until agitator snaps into its normal position How to remove limestone deposits from clogged Filter Flo pan Soak filter pan in a preheated 160 F 71 C solution of half vinegar and half water for 15 minutes Then brush each side of pan with a stiff bristle brush while flushing with running water A XATTHHEZWOTCE CAU E BRINGS Do not soak in porcelain container Vinegar can damage porcelain A oT T A Do not exceed 180 F 82 C or filter pan may warp ua d iin Service amp 00 GE CARES 000 432 2737 A GE Consumer Service professional J will provide expert repair service 3 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 days Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out sO most repairs can be handled in just one visit RL Sire t ntiemtier a ab Te aita aes o t A EN w Sa a 3 ara aer m t vy las Aa isat With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the a assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE well be there All you have to do is call toll free ervice Contra
5. p rie mor mA UIVIVvuUIAGUul viiaruco WHAT IS NOT e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have 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 600 620 2000 consumer information service e Improper installation If you have an installation probiem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities ny cm 3 Liver re ats u QA A 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 i ln Al 1 bia aa 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 Pause Arcee ble mien al a FEE ee ew PRD Vy VU autiulrizecu wuotLUulricr vare servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE e Replacement of h
6. 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 complete the cycle If your clothes and household items ft don t look clean and fresh after washing you will probably re wash them and that means you ll waste energy Remember to sort your clothes carefully and load them properly select correct cycles use enough detergent and choose a Water temperature warm enough to release and get rid of soil e Use Hot Wash up to 150 E on a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles such as work and play clothes 9 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 10 F or hand comfortable If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics rgy Saving Tips e For an extended soak allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent Then push in the Cycle Selector Knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period pull out the Cycle Selector Knob to complete the cycle e Try to wash less often Save articles of the same type of fabric until you have a full load ric If you must wash smalle
7. ee Mi H i o A pabiro op Ly p yoana ji Ayin irem a Migne E zi A E areata 9 Load clothes dry e Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in Large Items like sheets Do not MED around the agitator Here is a typical full load Ct 3 Double Sheets 6 Long Sleeve Shirts 3 6 3 Boxer Shor s Standard Pillow Cases pane t Gr pem del Mni a mt mm Chi This illustration with clothes just reaching the Clothes Retaining Ring shows a proper load Clothes have ample room to move because they are not packed down nor wrapped around the agitator Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are apt to pack down which encourages overloading This size load requires a full water fill What ts the best size load of clothes large medium or small Save time energy and detergent by avoiding extra use of the washer Try to wash a full load of clothes If you can it is better to save clothes until you have a full load If you must wash smaller loads save water energy and detergent by adjusting the water level for the size of the load See Special recommendations for washing permanent press if H you do not have a dry yer If you are machine washing Permanent Press clothes that you Tae GA UA Hi A dA M dA Ge A Wil BW VEAL PI id plan to line dry or drip dry use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash proce
8. heavy 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 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 e Incorrect wash and dry cycles Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides a cooldown rinse to minimize wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle Incorrect water level Use Large Water Level for Medium Load Medium Level for Small Load a Arrimmil 4 AWA ULL 5 non P hate de eEIPerlts avoid the use of high carbonate bui A 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 e Jron carefully e Send to dry cleaners for pressing e Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed e 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 Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by improper use of chlorine bleach Use only corre
9. may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such as Clorox 2 brand Refer to Garment Manufacturer s Care Instructions Restore color using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands following package directions e Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots 1 Use extra detergent plus a non precipitating water softener dissolved in water before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach 2 Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and manganese from water 3 Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines drain water heater occasionally 4 To remove Spots hu stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze masher EU 1 nnfainer AA NA 9 VELA 44 Bio Stir 4 6WAPRACKAAARTRe BLUE EOR GRAY improper use of fabric softener Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes always OLOR STAINS dilute before adding to rinse water See page 15 To remove stains dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent Re wash using chiorine bleach if safe for B abric SHRINK AGE some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand others may be safely GUNERAL washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow Garment Manufacturer s Care Instructions exact dy If in doubt do not machine wash or dry ena MMC ite
10. sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand White or colorfast liquid chiorine type Oniy non chlorine bleach when needed You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do hand knit garments by hand d No bleach Fill washer add detereen nt M v to dissolve before ee eS il alco e toad T 04 BRM A T KA XU ALS RA adding o blanket Do onc bl 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 I white or colorfast liqu id chlorine type Whitc or colorfast liquid chlorine type Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time Shake before washing to remove excess dirt 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 discolorations but will probably never eliminate it The stained parts will not discolof subsequent washing loads Tumble on FLUFF No Heat So S EL ii eii NEN AN n E 4 o No Bleach u No bleach Pa qe Mee ALI oat tba i eal l
11. your load and water hardness as shown in guide 2 When using other detergent types low and normal suds powders liquids non phosphate powders follow recommendations on package 3 For hard water treatment see page i4 Before you can decide what to do about hard water you need to know if you have it t and ifs SO how hard it 1s e If you live in a municipal area contact your water company e 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 0 to 3 grains per gallon SOFT 4 to 10 grains CHARD ll to 19 grains VERY HARD 20 grains and over EXTREMELY HARD 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 sofien your a tat n ewre4h Lad le naw Wai WILL ULLIIVL i An installed water softener in 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 eee 0 10 10 15 hardness When using l4 cup with detergent 60 ml 7 cup When using with soap 15 20 20 25 25 30 V cup 7 cup i cup 120 ml 160 mi
12. 0 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using hottest water fabric can stand GRAYED CLOTHES e Insufficient detergent You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is 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 the washer at 4 10 150 F Do not wash when other hot water needs such as dishwashing or family baths are heavy Pooror inferior detergent Change to phosphate detergent if possible Follow these steps I Use water conditioner such as Calgon brand t r3 2 PrC treat stains 1 II vi FON e if SR 3 Use hOUCSt water possible atu eee e etra rt T e a rtr tere RA M At IP Po airs tener ates marerena eee meae tas dtr P d T 479 an ao 7 2 gt ye a ee PO oa 4 Use bleach where possible od fs z722 ura 2 E P Tx t Use DYC sOak aids 6 in Isid Ji wate p soft Ger uu ee ee 1 ub M A PRL tN Reet PRPRRRPRETPPRRRUPRREPRRRRRRRRRE r e Washer overloaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil causing gray appearance Follow correct loading procedures for size of ioad 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
13. Heavy for all other loads Down filled garments if machine washing is recommended ett ee CN rix 5 z E Normal Soil or Light Setting depending on Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Regular Cycles Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads I amount of soil Sheets Receiving Biankets Coveralls Baby Clothes Delicate wm Permanent Press Cycles Light Setting E l Warm Regular Cycles Light Setting Biankets Wool Part Wool Cotton Light Setting AEN E WASH FIBERGLASS Crurtaine DO NOT MACUINE CER VAR ALB AME 1Y ANY ARAL Y Ls Liv NGA D ERE Aer Jeans and other fabrics that bleed i E E eh TIR i Tc 7 a a a d i i i i i i i N MNDO 36 1 a i Nine Qaidl Cart Denims especially Indigo Blue Cold or Warm Regular Cycles Normal Soil Setting rye Permanent Press Cycles Light Setting Permanent Press Cycles Normal Soil or Light Setting depending on amount of soil Rubber coated Items Laminated Y 13 5 XJ d OAiccatou od EUdUiiC5 Y HIyl Il 1do5ltliC titi a Warm Articles with Plastic Trim ate ta aaah ll ce aL Bee Sr RENE Pillows t a CEELI STIINTEI TOE IRAAN LS 5 mr IDE ANRE TL Pea tee ese STS EF HA SETS Tes Ete et Check size Some slipeovers draperies and bedspreads nay be too large for automatic home size washer A Bleach Special Instruct
14. Services page in the 106 h 1 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 A 11 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 phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentuc ky 40225 BN LOLI Y A Aw JA CA AK FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write L 4A awra a Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 H WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book 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 ZA install or store where it
15. The laundry process can reduce For washer operation the flame retardancy of fabrics To Do not leave washer lid up avoid such a r esult the garment during cycle This will stop the manufacturer s care instructions wash and spin action and prevent should be followed very carefully completion of the cycle How to operate your clothes washer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance erar mit de men Pm LP ap RES ot UNE C ed Heavy Duiy Extra Large Capacity i n Wash Rinse Temp Regular Cycles E Permanant uch Press Cycles wai i Soak Cycle LD a Six Cycle Washer MEM Speen EF G UGHT T Ne 439 D ANE ABE o 0 00 00 um x am boc SMALL TET NORMAL HEAVY Sorting and Loading Position the Filter Flo pan on the i agitator Lint will collect in the pan Sort clothes carefully by fabric for easy removal when the wash is type weight color and amount of finished soil according to instructions on l page 9 NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo L Lenl Ae TR aand ai pan as a Wash basket Do not put j Remove Filter T lo pan Ihe any items to be washed in the underside of the lid is a good place Filter Flo pan erar A mon urhila 1 P pu to put the pan while iOading or unloading clothes e For information on bleaches and fabric soft
16. a Hf d mona HEAVY le 8 Pe CN SOIL Norma HEAVY cii e e SOIL PULL MHOS TO START PUSH TO STOP g OFF HEAVY OFF NORMAL Regular Cycles a le UG LIGHT PULL KROB TO START PUSH 30 STOP NORMAL mi Regular Permanent Press m Cycle iu Selector Heavy i Settings S Total Time 31 22 11 225 16V NOTES Total time includes pauses between each phase of cycle a e Total time does not include water fill time Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level e XXL WXEL I4 l YYVAaSIA YYALCI Load Temperature Cottons and Linens White Colorfast Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Bright Noncolorfast Warm or Cold Regular Cycles Normal Soil Setting Normal Soil or Light Setting Workclothes dungarees etc Regular Cycles Heavy soil Average soil Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Normal Soil Setting Permanent Press Treated Cottons Blends with Cottons Heavy or oily soil Hot Permanent Press Cycles Normal Setting Average or light soil Warm Permanent Press Cycles Light Setting Synthetics Polyester Nylon i Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics l Sturdy Warm Permanent Press Cycies Normai Setting Permanent Press Cycles Light Setting Delicates f Silk Warm Permanent Press Cycies Light Setting Normal Soil for small loads
17. amaae fram Ye wp VA EN AA VARIA AU VRULRAA heavy sturdy clothes e amp Wash smaller loads to in MOranca WEA DALAGIUL avau Awlwoaow cleaning action of washer e VW Tea fabric s aftenar tan o0niimtaerant ow VUULLLULBeL Ei SCrener us stiffness or harshness in clothes E How to partially restore clothes a Once clothes have developed deposits they may be partially restored by soaking i in a solution of two Cups of vinegar in One gallon 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 damara the narralain MALLU EN VE by prViwwtGili e Vinegar soak solution may rednce the wrinlle reeictanoce A amp CW ASVERUE ANA CAAW VR E ARRAAMVEW B SZLPRATJCUALAR RAW of permanent press fabrics wet e Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics LIMESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE is CR Sed pd the roanty An of i 4 nalni Im in tha hard walor arith than cci n PEAS PIC VHC Vti aie cUuluili E aawle UCUL 5 ic Me serene ern tpe Tenere Aaeeea UTE yii tt TH Darren ea pet fT temm temm nr ats tog ost y eo C ES EE ES E uad 477 E E ne duit Sy v 1 Doe 2 byte ar i ee mm aa eta mtd nennt mmn s The use of a sufficient amount If the recommended amount of of deterge
18. ct amount of bleach See page 15 Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes ener Er a a a B a tta at tat e MESI gigs Hrs Brumana loin xil eim seg t 2 arate qnem irabusgeg amete non tiq gape dee uer prier cg gt mm Tn Tf i pea mmi p rpn put d coquat s or De Ma D boum ralio m i tec ads tay bal ng i vised bin tes mi c IPTE E un Rn Meter roe n fr E PHI mrt PL PAGARE C CIR cal maa na maa E M me ns p Pet qm m e a ae rg n Te ii mmm yr i a c s T0 rti Dem me Pom Temm mien E E ETY DUAE EPEE Sa POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY 9 Chemicals such as hair bleach dye permanent wave e solutions battery ds 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 Smail unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process Check garments before washing and mend all rips and tears SNAGS HOLES TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR continued e As Permanent Press garments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused by 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 Per
19. ction it is recommended that fabrics orca construction be CELL R deed XR Gab gag ada ux ye ether whenever possible Sort by soil Separate ee yer M eres are rr sy m CE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON DIR oe FABRICS AND LOADS SEE PAGES 6 and 7 It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing e Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers snap snaps hooks and buttons 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 17 Turn Poly Knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage Soaking and Pre treating a good way to loosen deep soils ama ofmima AI SECRREESe A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another way to remove heavy soils embedded dirt and even some Stains Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or a prelim inary step toa complete wash cycle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see page 8 Dt an on Dm ee e a S FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS SEE PAGE 15 MHL BASF GA AD 9 Pre treat heavy soil by rubbing in wad dat t 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 RR E ERR RD ER EN MEME EE AMORC UM REEL D Cr MAN CZ a NEC x D i Com Muy g TEC in
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21. ded for adding to the wash cycle such as Rain Barrel brand follow manufacturer S instructions exactly E SANITIZER Chlorine Bleach Use in case of infection and Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and such as Clorox brand contagious disease viruses See under Bleach above WATER SOFTENER Non precipitating Follow package directions Suspends hardness minerals in solution keeping E such as Calgon brand Add at start of wash cycle water clear E Precipitating such as Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate a Borax brand Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water 478 A WF A ANWAR SOAK AGENT Such as Biz brand Follow package directions VATS Pow wT A VIDT cvma WRY PRERREAI ING D EARN 7 AND SPOT REMOVERS 5 Such as Spray n Wash Follow package directions Treat only CAUTION Washer control panels and finishes may be us and K2R brands heavily soiled arcas 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 4 products away from washer The fabric may then be washed i normally Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty Powdered such as Rit Follow package directions Clean washer to avoid discoloration of ne
22. eners see page 15 Close the lid Washer will fill but Pull Cycle Selector Knob out not agitate or spin with the lid open eee acp sd to Start the washer If you wish to change setting after washer has Setting the Controls started push Cycle Selector Knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time Use the Controls Setting Guide on pages 6 and 7 to help you make the proper selections rear trim manm Phan ra nnn e Add measured amount of detergent See pages 11 through 15 for information on detergents and QD Select Water Level other laundry additives SMALL Washer is less than 4 Load clothes into the wash full of clothes d being careful not to overload MEDIUM Between 4 and full Clothes should be below the retaining ring See page 10 for more loading LARGE Between 2 and full EXTRA LARGE Over full information e Regular Cycles Permanent Press Cycles soak Cycle Provides longer wash time for For permanent press and delicates Use with most soaking aids to most cottons linens work and An extended cool down spray rinse loosen embedded soils and stains play clothes is provided to minimize the setting of wrinkles Regular Cycles b MARNAS me om Soak Cycle 4 Soak Cyel v r BUE Permanent cc n MALE ucur Press Cycles Eme ul om o E e Bn z A LIGHT
23. ens may be stopped up Remove inlet hoses from water valvc Clean the screens and reinstall hoses f M e Check house write heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140 to 150 F E n d GUI a DM E ECOSSE SC inre uma er ee ED a uii WATER WON T e Make sure drain hose is not kinked DRAIN a top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft above floor EN ut Ser continued next page gt ee ee Pd i2 peek nad CEN M CM CD MEM C M EE RT PTA TB La RR EE PR wt Lie Problem Solver continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WATER LEAKS o WASHER IS NOISY e Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility th rubber foot pads in place and Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor wi front jam nuts tight See the Installation Instructions e A sharp distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission locks in This sound is normal eee nix wean en Washer normall y paus between spin and rinse i 1 1 Y Yn m marn m ween nl L nta EUN oo To correct open the lid and redistribute the load even y about the wash basket Close the lid and restart Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin and may cause it to move from
24. grains and if you wash lt just a few loads a week you may see limestone buildups in just a few months Effects on clothes Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on cotton it will eventually affect various fabrics in the following ways e Gives a stiff harsh rough feel to fabrics such as toweling Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy e Causes graying of fabrics 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 nermanent nrece fahriec e Destroys effectiveness of flame vatardaant finicha aAttanoao annh 1ciarGaiit 11015008 on couons OUI as children s sleepwear ave h wet ears Tal 4A fare 9 o9 o0 m S inci Cases fabri iC wear because of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation Effects on washer Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution Mat like crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits e Increased service calls because of limestone deposits in the pump recirculation water hoses filters and other washer parts 2 Reduced useful life of washer Recommended methods to reduce limestone buildups e Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area e Install a home water softener T
25. his will significantly reduce limestone buildup s Use a packaged non precipitating 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 detergent 9 Use hotter wash water for example up to 150 F for cottons This also improves oily soil removal e If you wash in cooler water to save energy use more detergent to promote better washing Also be sure to use bleach on bleachable fabrics Use hot water whenever possible e Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent 4 awe nwt sh betor c adding cio nes Increase amount of detergent See guide on opposite page for recommended detergent amounts in alatinn t water hardness RELEACZAL QW FVR LWE SAREE LEAD e Increase use of bleaches presoaks packaged water conditioners prewash soil and otain removers to haln in 1JVAAR ana Stai LW LLAI yY whoo LV awry aaa removing stubborn soils and stains e Use oreater para in enrting loads VALY IH OVALE LUG Wash very dirty loads separately and increase detergent to help keep dirt from redepositing on less soiled items Wash delicate items separately to nrevenf d
26. i xt No bleach len iatniks i thene litas ey satu cag Pillows are made of different materials dacron fiber foam polyester natural feathers and down Many pillows can be machine washed but manufacturers care labels must be followed BILE boet AINE Sing 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 io dissolve dete gent Add two pillows at a time to balance load Use a high water level E NOU Parti am RET A d area 9 a ey T E y T fM iP gnia riir AA HE PRG pA SN CEU EAM B Bi ETH fs G n ET gerd BUCUE LAG we RA tif Ee Me TEAC RR For more nena on care labeling send for What s New About CARE LABELS For sale by the Superintendent of Documents U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 Anf s shad aes Patol Teri a dy RN E EM RTH RY SEO TREE B A RT EIL RU Ep a 4 a y Es M iine n z aep ME Mm n Mea rM a ananas OFF Regular Cycles NORMAL UG o e Soak Cycl oak Cyclo NonMAL HEAVY SOIL PULL KNOS TO START PUSH TO STOP e SOAK CYCLE temperature will automatically be cold e If a hot or warm soak is desired set the WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to HOT COLD or WARM COLD and turn the Cycle Selector Knob to NORMAL in the Regular Cycles
27. ions Liquid chlorine type If colorfast is unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended on Only non chlorine bleach when needed page 13 W hite or colorfast liquid chlorine type Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach when needed AAWURR AENA YU Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 13 White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Small loads reduce wrinkling Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 13 Non colorfast onlv non chlorine bleach when needed a 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 page 13 Small loads reduce wrinkling when needed No bleach Seldom needed If needed use only non chlorine bleach No bleach Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer 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 You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spots Rinse diapers nightgowns pads and
28. its original position In extreme cases usually occurs when washing a single heavy item or a small load when water level is set higher than necessary the spin basket may strike the outer tub creating a loud but harmless noise Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE 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 Wipe or dust with damp cloth Try not to hit surface with sharp objects Te 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 or long vacations faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather wiil be below freezing TA a meee im Lubricate with grease or Petroleum C ieiy 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 from sticking together If this area appears to be dry apply a light coat of grease or petroleum jelly around the slotted section of the shaft before replacing the agitator Do noi over y 1 6 040 BICAaSC
29. l 240 ml l cup 11 2 cups 240 ml 360 ml i60 ml 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above 30 240 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains 14 cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above 30 300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains product and type BLEACH Chlorine Liquid Dilute bleach with at least one quart 1 pouru d liquid chlorine bleach directly into such as Clorox brand 0 96 liter water and add after wash washer or on dry clothes action has started and detergent is 2 Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine dissolved 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 dee 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special Ea instructions Non chlorine such as Follow package directions 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics Ciorox 2 brand Put bleach into washer with detergent 2 Is most effective in hot water FABRIC SOFTENERS cH Rinse additive such as Mix recommended amount with one 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft ae Downy Brand cup 240 ml water and add at start of 2 Reduces static electricity rinse cycle 3 Use carefully Too much may cause staining on E Wash Additive such as Follow Package directions 4 De poids db loth eS Rain Barrel brand Add during wash cycle Bora db n Doi ee 5 For those recommen
30. lems that you can correct yourself Write down the model Pre rtt n WE u WR es and SUE ial numbers You ll find them on a label on the lower left side near the front These numbers arc 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 correspondenc e or service calls concerning your washer Mar To obtain a Spanish language version of this book call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Para obtener la version en espanol de este manual llame a nee ee te GE Answer Center servicio de informacion para el consumidor telefono 800 626 2000 If you smell gas 1 Open windows 2 Don t teuch electrical switches eye ee Pan REA lS Apa 3 Extinguish any open flame 4 immediately call vour aas supplie yeu aad od el Don t turn electric switches MP PIS mg b 6m m et are am ne Lor es may ff in on or oii Decause sparks May ignite the gas a CLITA OETA STOR DUCES SRI TETTE A CAE ANN HUMUM CONCURRERE FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission Janu ary 1984 To obtain service see the Consumer
31. manent Press items Remove collar stays when possible e Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears Check agitator and file rough spots if necessary e May be caused by use of Normal Wash Spin Speed for delicate articles Use Gentle Wash Spin Speed Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels e Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Slow process by washing on Gentle Wash Spin speed e Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level HEAVILY SOILED Pretreat with liquid detergent AREAS such as OPERATE Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on ets e NEN Ed AA aALA rab ee 4 7 7 79 sare Lin men AAs and a zi ma B7 rua is Se SS occa au TY IWIAKRD MUIC CULLLUIS dit SCL dllu Cycie Selectoi NOD iS pu CU out LO ON position is closed Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open e Make sure li e Check house fuses or circuit breakers If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet remove it Washer should have separate outlet WASHER WON T Make sure cord is plugged into outlet WATER TEMPERATURE E Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and Is INCORRECT reanlatad rnrractly EO Wu RE LET ENE wee VIL Bee EE 9 Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets hot to hot Cold to coid 9 Water valve scre
32. n hot water before adding to washer make sure detergent is completely D Q Un 3 dissolved before adding clothes switch to liquid or cold water detergent or use warmer wash water See page 13 e 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 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 page 15 ually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like e Pilling us 1 ida aha lint EN clothes inside out may provide some help d 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 PIEI NS GARMENTS are not caused by ine washer Wash Sy nthetic g garments as soon as possible a aitcr weai ing Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand If spots appear rub in undiluted liquid detergent let stand 3
33. ng with ammonia Rinse thoroughly Soak in cold water then iaunder in warm water If stain remains Sponge or soak in cool water then launder bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Chocolate Cream Soak in coid water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid Soak in cold water Sponge with a safe dry Ice Cream and Milk Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder dry Bleach according cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry detergent Launder in warm water Coffee and Tea Without cream Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on Sponge with warm water If stain remains opposite page Launder With cream Follow guide directions for apply warm glycerine let stand 30 minutes cream and rinse well or sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Launder Cosmetics Eye Shadow Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Lipstick Mascara Liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Then launder in warm detergent water or Pancake Makeup Rouge Hint on opposite page Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining Wine Vegetables or Food Removal Hint on opposite page launder stain with non chlorine bleach Coloring G
34. nt is one of the most detergent produces too many suds important things you can do to switch to a low sudsing detergent make sure your wash comes out brand and follow instructions on clean package Amount required varies according to I Water hardness pec 2 Amount of soil 3 Size of load 4 Type of detergent 5 Wash temperature TEL Use more detergent if you have 1 Hard water 2 Large loads 3 Greasy or oily soiis 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 j Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load Water Level Setting Water Extra Hardness Large Small Medium Large 1 4 cups 1 cups 174 cups Hign Sudsing Powder Type 14 cups 1 cups 1 2 cups sanns ae 4 ff 1 2 ee Low Sudsing Concentrated Powder Type 0 10 Grains 0 10 re pom Wallin FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS LIQUID apd ety flares een 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 1 Use recommended amount of detergent for
35. old water Generaiiy do not clean weli in hard water Perform satisfactorily in soft Alana BB m maa Ba a m iNUII E HUSDIIdGLE or moderately hard water Powdered Detergents May be difficult to dissolve In some areas only non phosphate especially in cold water products are available Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water See page 12 Should not be used in coid water May not perform as well as powdered phosphate products 1 2 when diluted in wash water Perform well in soft water Offer better performance in hard water than powdered non phosphate types blends well for removing spots Completely dissolve even in Cleans synthetics and fabric cold water Are excellent as concentrates Soaps Perform well in soft water Generally do not clean well in medium ha rd or hard water RA av ramhina with water ab CELUM ay zeny WAZJSLELLYJ ALE YY hardness minerals to form sticky soap curd gn Is your water hard If it is and if you u use a carbonate type non Erm arrr an t phosphate detergent you Will most probably notice limestone deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up If your water is VERY HARD il or more
36. othes into the washer See next page for Stain Removal Guide 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 e Re wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these 4A fter You Wash stains o Increase the amount of detergent normally used e Increase water temperature where fabric will permit e Wash synthetic garments more often IRE LIMITED VR Vehementer enint omne egentem fitr earn ette 1 pe on RC pean gr enn TA PIE DEBES MOREM LM LI Rr cs em pO CC erc d T r m OEC HB DETTO Ett Gg n Stain removal on KS he EEL OY GEL ge White and Bleachable Fabrics See Control Setting Guide Bleach on Page 7 Other Washable Fabrics Adhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Use dull tool to Chewing Gum etc carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder Anti perspirants Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics Deodorants according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page If color has except use non chlorine bleach changed you may be abie to restore it by spongi
37. ouse fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to nrodiuct caused wT Ss Ag Wee eS et ew BY by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES d RE i Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitati Xciusion i 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 i To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General 8g af 2eaariarl arses Heh 8 EGS p amp hi Warrantor General Electric Company
38. r loads adjust the amount of water Small loads should have lower water SS Sw we ur SSS we Re A n ww Aw levels e Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can tell you which are the off peak hours o IH ow fo vs Fe Sh OY V V WN Sida Filter Flo The Filter Flo pan is the lint filter 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 ee ee a 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 PH ener ttn annen pepee eop CTETUR ELEM TTE RE Ee TT ae TERS eet rte er Htc HD UA Ng ARGUE CER ab E dunt t dab iba CRT TT trm ameter t vrare rares ttis an ea rae eun nee e t en T eree eeter eem emen trie ner TE T How f A A AE Y V bdo d ort t e _ Sort by surface texture Separate EA i 3 or Lint EZ LINT PRODUCERS Such as d ll zi terry toweling and chenille give up lint LINT COLLECTORS such as man made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy attract lint These must be washed separately For more information on lint control see page 18 thw Bir from Or m d V amp synthetics amp 5 e Poly Knits ja mod 2 do M In addition to sorting to reduce lint volle
39. rass Foliage Flowers Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted Mildew Scorch while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If liquid detergent Bleach remaining stain either type stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint with non chlorine bleach then launder scorch cannot be removed Oid miidew stains can seldom be removed Scorch can seldom be removed nn iat at ater tJe amn m n 4 LO Ui opposite Page launder ocv ink Ballpoint Fresh stains Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and same as white and bleachable fabrics sponge with dry cleaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply except launder using non chlorine bleach undiluted liquid detergent Old stains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page Same as white and bleachable fabrics Soften with oil lard or Vaselinc then sponge with turpentine or banana oil Launder in warm water aint and Varnish Launder in warm water Rinse well Bleach with non chlorine bleach Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If Perspiration color has EET you may dus abie to restore by aranne with 47S Y 09 I3 gt opposite page auri MATT IC Lu IR R reed eR A Fat mines mete Apply rust remover using manufacturer s directions Rinse and same as white and bleachable fabrics launder R
40. ss 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 an WO Jd FL RA PaF J A HC A AN MSS Ten or Extra Large Water Level for a Medium Load e Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately To add items after the washer has tah started e Turn off the washer Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan e Add any addit ns articles by submerging next to the agitator Replace the aa r Flo pan and restart the washer NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo panasa wash basket Do not nut YY CAIDRA ULAZCSIDANWM L e NL AA pee any items tc be washed in the Filter Flo pan Do not place detergent packets in the Filter Flo pan NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend the use of a net laundry bag F ES t i To eperera enm tnmen mem m i i es WE Qs Se Lor rb Im pm etree nA a Li ceca meena ett aaa e m a mm I emm rene rt Mme my ri Advantages Disadvantages Phosphate Perform well in hard or soft water Are not available in some areas Fowdered Detergents Wash all types of fabrics well Can be used in hot warm or c
41. substances around your washer and or dryer during operation WARNING HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas can accumulate in the water heater and or water pipes if hot oa 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 tima turn nn all hat water WARE LARAARWS LOLE ARR RE SCE BANIE YT CALA faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is tlammable do not smoke or use an open fame or appliance during this process z l EM g e Bey 7 pno fino he i Mou BI BGR pA gs Ts Ee aE Wo s ea a AS d scc t UTI Balius i Rd o IA 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 appliances and shipping or packing materials properly Before discarding a washer or PANERA A removing from service remove the washer lid Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bleaches fabric softeners etc out of
42. t CHAP Mru THAAD ALEO BE UNTRALOATED Alera ies Cae ae EY ett lt en 009 625 2000 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 call 800 626 2000 Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD ry or a conventional teletypewriter may call 860 TDD GEAC 800 222 ALI CEL QUU EF A NA UUU TUPATE SJ io request information or service tee Ite mier t t ttt etr m T i e rie S Herr mrt eter mr entem E Dok P Ta I2 YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOT id E r5 FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY 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 ihe washer that faiis 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 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 charges Or if you desire we will provide a completely reconditioned transmission You pay for the shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and CANTAA laha
43. the reach of children preferably ina locked cabinet Observe 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 chemicals etc TIT m amm u n amn Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping Pee ew sete Wh Wear pre Ai 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 e Do not tamper with controls e Do not operate this appliance if itis damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug Never climb on or stand on the washer top Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use Pe Dent m enne mentir menm eme TE MES ncm emi x pnmn E Es DEAS LA i m ulti Wr Le A ip RTT continued next page Poom assas esurienti aie wh tan ideo an 4 SA 9 ante n Important Safety Ins IONS continued
44. use tioa PUR rerammandad amniunt nf datarnant tWIACO uio PeCOUM CUCU amount OL Gergen gt gt Use of soap in hard water Switch to a phosphate detergent or follow six steps at the e hattam nf nnna 19 WUE iii VR pes AQ e Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition Use shorter wash times for mano Tt la mauer 1 0aGs un e De ee dissolves too slowly Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the wt E P P Onn annn z E E start or agitation 5ee page 13 f MPa UEM PAX SAP 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 1f hot water is suitable for garment e Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate use 2 times as much as you need for normal water softening e Do not use detergent or soap e Ajiow ciothes to go through compiete 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 allow clothes 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 Clothes above Chlorine bleach
45. will not 7 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 T xul eee rium Tantana the instaliation Instructions e Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture ANS S AIR S A Wirin NAR When disconnecting this the appliance pull by the plug rathe than the cord to avoid damage im cord or junction of cord and ae Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress a Ej LU ED aust HEA SECHS Fz s in Ej 4 E gt E RRERE reay EE FREF ATERSRESE AE Beda EWE VIR ZE BAGH 47 To minimize the possibil 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 Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene ete which mav ionita Kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water and do not use these
46. xt load Go and Tintex brands NOTE Tinted garments may not be through complete cycle 5 minute wash using hot water colorfast Wash separately 1 2 cup 120 ml detergent 1 cup 240 ml bleach Wipe exterior parts Caution Tinting may discolor plastic in wachar Qiikeanivant runabimnao sxrsdl wading Alannlnaensiannk YALU UUUOLUULIIL vvaolinipzs WHI ICUUCC UISCUILOTALIOIN but may never eliminate it How to remove stains i Try to remove stains as soon as possible The fresher the stain the easier it is to remove 2 Before attempting to remove any stain take these steps 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 e Avoid use of hot water on unknown stain It can set some cto inc DLAI D 4 Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent Stain Removal Hint Using Chlorine Bleach for White and Bleachable Fabrics Mix 1 4 cup 60 ml chlorine bleach with one galion 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 cl
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