GE WW.M887M User's Manual
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1. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other _ appliance g a harsot All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission January 1984 If you need service To obtain service see the 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 phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 Bie WARNING Sma canreur l ka Pay eee an He am ray came fa rire CICCI iC SHUT ag UR SEB 5 Win y ov 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 o This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation In2. Contents Agitator 26 Safety Instructions 3 4 Appliance Registration 2 Sorting 4 11 Bleach Dispenser 8 Stains 18 Care and Cleaning 26 Stain Removal Guide 19 Consumer Services 27 Storage amp Vacation Tips 26 Controls Setting Guide 6 7 User Maintenance Instructions 26 Cycle Settings 5 Warranty Back Cover Detergents Other Additives 13 17 Energy Saving Tips 8 Fabric Softener Dispenser 9 Filter Flo Pan 4 9 26 Hard Water 16 Oe eee ere e I GATS A Limestone Deposits 14 26 Loading 4 12 Mini Basket Tub 10 Mini Quick Cycle 10 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating the Washer 4 5 Pre Ireating 7 11 17 Problem Solver 20 25 Model WWA8887M WWA8868M make BEENA SSS ae tz D T BP eR ER AD 69 Ee GE Appliances Fe ey sen i if vow B eee ctu pce ome SB AT EEN AT RNR A A GE Answer Center GG9 626 2000 a petra PTET EE TET yt aa aE LE EI EET IN YS Name RBA EAA 2 rtd LiIG_Q 0 Eman R A Py f d 2 Re aa re a we ge ote ae ge Fae ee h AE LAMAZE ETE POET CANTOR SAN ET NTE CAPD UNAIDS ADNET tetea Fori cer WEIN VERSES PLOTTED LS S D Z hdl P Soe aloe ad yee ele Mon beh UE cake ek ee ee a EEI A a op n aah a EES Cpe PE ER n ta Seat pm genet tay dag RS ated fart ie A R te oars ieee Wie ese peipt seeds AEE aA a a e A T sre ee eee Help us help you Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain yo
3. FIRE PTrOy t TEE EU A a ar n POPP saab arena merrier aeea ERECT CANE CET e Pretreat with liquid detergent Use Extra Cleaning cycles see page 5 nd cycle sel 2 a3 baat d Wher fe e Make sure lid is closed Washer will fill but will not spin or e Check house fuses or circuit breakers If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet remove it Washer should have separate outlet e Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at l 140 to 50 F EE raaa TETEE E EE oa a of Ta pe D 2 N N J AEA TR en te eT POR TTS eH a LS eas iw era eee AN al E WATER LEAKS e Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility HE the spin basket may strike the outer tub creating a loud but harmless noise To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart WASHER PAUSES e Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash and spin or IN CYCLE between spin and rinse ASHER IS NOISY Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and front jam nuts tight See your Installation Instructions A sharp distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor stops and nd the spin brake inside the tran
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5. WESE continued next page a ae y en A eea e e I mee ae meN e nS S EE en a wA a herraren reee e eeg eaa cay Ae ey ney a Eee A Er a An est ee Ce ATR AS he en ep tee A e a twain crag Went oes een The Problem Solver continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY E E YELLOWED Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such CLOTHES as Clorox 2 brand Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions Restore color continued using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands follow package directions e Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots 1 Use extra detergent plus a non precipitating water softener dissolved in water before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach 2 Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and manganese from water aw oer N 3 Run hot water for a few minu heater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through stain To remove overall yellow use a commercially available rust scale remover following package instructions If porcelain damage can occur do not use in the washer use a plastic container e Improper use of fabric softener Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes always dilute before adding to rinse water Dilute softener before filling your Fabric Softe
6. fa sa ny Cad T fy penig pand b Rel ee ii i ee Pr LA r ETE POPES O EAT OS E A APENN To reduce the risk of Lyman aeaee RN eT aaa e is appliance E n HE N PIATE Arai ON see SAEED preteen eae EL pyar rE ea reeni To minimize the possibility aut GEREERE W Qh Hong ses a a Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death e Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water and do not use these substances around your washer and or dryer during operation 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 water has not been used fora period of two weeks or longer HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES So to preveni 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 wate
7. tet eT ag nts eai Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkle resistance nf nermanent press fabrics Wk pen sete pew ss e Vinegar soak may damage oa yee im eame fabrics ine ayes iii some s IMESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calciuin in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent How much detergent should you use If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds switch to a low sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on _ The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out Amount required varies according to 1 Water hardness 2 Amount of soil 3 Size of load 4 Type of detergent 5 Wash temperature Use more detergent if you have 1 Hard water 2 Large loads 3 Greasy or oily soils 4 Lower wash temperature 5 Low phosphate detergent Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup 2 Recommended amount of detergent for average soii oag Water Level Setting D 410 Ge 1 cups SOFT 0 4 Gr 1c FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS Concentrated LIQUID 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 det
8. Remember to sort your clothes carefully and load them properly select correct cycles use enough detergent and choose a water zemperaiure YVI FAR FIL CHOKE G He release and oe rid of soil work and he clothes e Under normal soil conditions wash in water above 80 F 27 C 2 a a m oaa aa a Ta re ee saa oe coma are THis gener ally micans Using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approximately 90 to 110 F or hand comfortable If you notice Pe oa a 1 accumulated PE that soil has accumulated after ceveral consecutive washings use SSC OWEstS Ta VT iaricatecerceiates Lad Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics e Always rinse in Cold Water The temperature of the rinse does not affect cleaning e Try to wash less often Save articles of the same type of fabric until you have a full load e If you must wash smaller loads adjust the amount of water Small loads should have lower water levels Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can tell you which are the off peak hours e Use Normal Spin Speed to remove more water and help lessen drying time The dryer will remove any wrinkies caused by the Normai Spin e Use your Mini Basket tub for very small loads It uses less water than the small water level in the big tub on this washer You will aiso save on detergent and energy POOE E T a ach Misg Dreach L e Use
9. Use Extra Cleaning cycles see page 5 Use Extra Rinse if desired 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 chiorine bleach page 15 For heavy or oily soil on sturdy garments use Extra Cleaning Large or Small Setting xtra Rinse if desired Small loads reduce wrinkling ga when needed depending on load size see page 5 Use E zo Seldom needed If needed use e only Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer non chlorine bleach E Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment s warmth Wash separately Wet l Page iv For HCAvVYy Vi uly SUU U i ERANING EN OETA ON a STN E REET Aannemen nn an anmhann matila eee ee oe ee down gives off an odor which may be absorbed by omer garments Odor disappears wnen 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 E GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED r col You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spots 21 aL annl White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Rinse diapers oe ns pads and sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of coid acent like Borateem brand ent BRA OF WS UW Eee wT Bb wes ates White or colorfast liquid chlorine typ
10. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand If spots appear rubin undiluted liquid detergent iet stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using FTan Suten la ey mnia as hottest water fabr ic can stand Use LAUA Cleaning cyciesS sce page Je eS a NEATH SRNR SANS STRAIN EE nn te Oe ey o an Ny en SOE cy Cee ae aa aa TEN PP app eens PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY GRAYED CLOTHES YELLOWE CLOTHES a eR a a ome a ES ETT mime ett eh nt een ee ee eae 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 7 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 baths are heavy e Poor or inferior detergent Change to phosphate detergent if possible Follow these steps 1 Use water conditioner such as Calgon brand 2 Pre treat stains 3 Use hottest water possible 4 Use bleach where possible 5 Use pre soak aids 6 Install water softener e Washer overloaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil causing gray appearance Follow correct loading procedures for size of load e Improper soaking with insufficient detergent Usually a 30 minute
11. z Extra Larse Water Level for a oml SOUS OO amran ad Medium Load e Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately e To minimize wrinkling use Normai Gentie or Geniie Gentie Waah Canin Q vvasii Spin Speed To add items after the washer has started e Turn off the washer e Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan e Add any additional articles by submerging next to the agitator This illustration with clothes just reaching the Clothes Retaining Ring shows a proper load Ciothes have ampie 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 e Load clothes dry lt a Large Items like sheets Do not weap around the agitator encourages overloading This size load requires a full water fill What is the best size load of clothes large medium or smali Save time energy and Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer NOTE Do not use the Filter Fio pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the detergent by avoiding extra use of 7 gt l l Filter Flo pan Do not place M wels the washer Try to wash a full load detergent packets in Filter Flo pan of clothes If you can it is better to eee NOTE When washing stockings 7 save clothes until you have a full j Joad If you must wash smaller panty hose and other easily tan
12. 0 FEMIOVE Stasis Stain Removal Hint Using Chlorine Bleach for See next page for White and Bleachable Fabrics Stain Removal Guide Mix 1 4 cup 60 ml chlorine bleach with one gallon 3 8 liter of cool water approximately 80 F 27 C in a sink or pan Soak stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer res Nt nL n nunan 9 M4 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 ppn semaaae ninth 1 put your clothes into the washer If these stains are not completely removed in the wash the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water Then they will become very visible and you may think they were caused by the wash cycle itself Once these spots become visible how can you remove them e Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes Re wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these A fter You Wash stains Increase the amount of det normally used a EXT bE nerve thatin Wash syntnetic garments more often 8 ores mempamer wets nab o tn mp eee ee en nen r E epean Nee TET EEE Pa A E ney SSS enna oe F f i Adhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Use dull tool to Same as white and bleachable fabrics Chewing Gum etc carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possibl
13. ANTY costs to your nome For the second through fifth year Aii warranty service will be provided beam amt AS agiminal nernhacsa hw Miir Factory Service Centers or HO Gale OF UlIYiiial VuIluilasce ay Nees FARES Y we will provide free of charge by our authorized Customer Care replacement parts for any part of servicers during normal working the transmission that fails because Nours nia manm inndrinn rAafant Vai Nave ry 3 8 et _ PARS fl P sm Ul A HHIGAHUIAULUTT TIY UOTE TVU poy Look in tne vvnite or yYeunow rages for the service trip to your home of your telephone directory for and service labor charges Or if GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY you desire we will provide a GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY completely reconditioned SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC transmission You pay for the HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or shop reconditioning labor the GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER service trip to your home and CARE SERVICE ere ee ay AAAFrAAR nla SCI VICE IAUUTI Gi Iadiyg o e Replacement of house fuses or IAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your nome to lacement o teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material Failure of the product if it is used If you then have any questions for other than its intended purpose about operating the product or used commercially He please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the e Damage to product caused address bel
14. SEAT An sss few Sete tS soak period pull out the Cycle Selector Knob to complete the cycle o Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser or the Mini Basket tub with the Soak Cycle e aaee ree e A a EET The Filter Flo pan has two functions e 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 e LID FOR THE MINI BASKET After loading clothes in the Mini Basket tub be sure to replace the Filter Flo pan The pan serves as a ALt lid to keep the clothes in the Mini Basket tub NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo ea Do not place detergent packets in the Filter Flo pan sivcieted a 5 i J a t i E Ela pe i TH fi rf ai parte i In Mend i Hts Aa EE e reae S tise RRS E aoe ENE The Mini Basket tub designed softener into a See measuring for small loads of regular fabrics cup Add enough water to fill the or delicate hand washables can cup 1 2 full Pour He diluted be used with any cycle except the softener into the dispenser See SOAK cycle page 9 for dispenser instructions 8 Close lid and set controls as acna RAS Danl n 4 tusia Typical Mimi PAdSKECi LUU follows wash loads e Small loads of regular fabrics up to 21 2 pounds e Delicate loa
15. T RR BE OE EES al at de a na mer ee mo SF AL BAL YA NFLS LAUNDERED GARMENTS a USE Of HON Pnospnate GCicrTpenis waicn ae uoin hardness minerals to fos ma warmer wash water or soften water with a h installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener o Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint Predissoive granular detergent in hot water before adding to washer make sure detergent is completely dissolved before adding clothes switch to liquid or cold water detergent or use warmer wash water See page 15 o Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint Wash fewer items with correct water evei 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 15 e Incorrect use of fabric softener If used in wash cycle softeners may react with detergent to create a white deposit Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless package specifies adding to wash cycle Use Fabric Softener Dispenser See page 9 e Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may help e Static electricity caused by overdrying will cause attraction Use fabric e e in rinse cycle a ie may notn notice ethem b before are not caused 3 the washer Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing
16. al Setting Denims especially Indigo Blue Jeans and Normal Normal Co Cold or Warm Regular Cycles Normal Setting other fabrics that bleed TENIR ORINK NTETE AR SCTE EERTE NEIRE Be pen Rubber coated Items Laminated Fabrics Gentile Gentle Warm Special Cycles Set at Knits E Vinyl Plastics an yer cles with Plastic Trim ee J Bs t riria iigiin DT aesttal esd sanrptterniatroarinsetoer listaren te ttdatoriu Pentel TT jinodiieirereinini kt triat i ret Pillows Gentle Gentle t i ae as special Cycles Set at Knits es depending on amount aed of soil l ii i i beau ti ahs Use Cold Rinse to save energy HCOheck size Some slipcovers draperies and bedsorcads may be too large for automatic home size washer NE CoN pe Oe te AE Ep EP SSE TN OT AeA TE HES enap Fe TATA nme mie Paes sai NTS npepe tame sede EN emer pene A anit ks 2 Special Instructions 2 if colorfast is unusually soiled use ae water Use maximum detergent recommended on age 15 Use Extra Cleaning Large or Small Setting dependin a on load size See Page 5 page Use Extra Rinse if desired chlorine type Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 i olorfast t only non chlorin e bleach Khen needed White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Small loads reduce wrinkling Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach
17. at the top of the metal shaft has a light coating of lubricant to prevent parts sticking together If this area appears to be dry apply a light coat of grease or petroleum jelly around the slotted section of the shaft before replacing the agitator Do not overgrease When replacing the agitator carefully lower straight down onto the shaft so that it fits into the siots ML noe nesler Aarre nracanra UCU a pry u LWal preooule until agitator snaps into its normal rR TO OA AS IF SEA AC How to remo AE EY BY Sw aw VE i ee ee er OS UF h a deposits from Filter Flo pan Ala AM ee vinegar and half water for 15 minutes Then brush each side of pan with a stiff bristle brush while oe eee eee a ee ee om flushing with running water CAUTIONS e Do not soak in porcelain container Vinegar can damage N f gt teepee e mma Aa iae per a i t Ink Eg BGS B EGAARD Fae gga 800 GE CARES Onn AR DFA EITI e AA ET de expert repair service tn thate ranusan nt La ame HIAL 3d COnVeniey Tic for you Many GE Consumer Service 7s company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m m to 2NN om Ganir U PaL CCL warnal days O AN VECU uay JU Celis UWS hash days Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit
18. d by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits o Increased service calls because of limestone deposits in the pump recirculation water hoses filters and other washer parts o Reduced useful life of washer eee rn ce Hips UL TAN FO T aa a 1 Leeda Pa Tare washer surfaces The haraness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up If your water is VERY HARD HORA EEEN ECE E Ge E A T a re reduce limestone buildups o Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area e Install a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone buildup e Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate e may delay limestone damage to clothes wh fall acess s 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 o 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 nose possible Wire n aw SF o Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or fou
19. ds such as lingerie panty hose girdles blouses sweaters nh 5 After loading clothes in the SOKE SiS Doty CIONES ane OLSE Mini Basket tub be sure to replace N small delicate hand washables DAS p Skin the Filter Flo pan The pan serves e Stuffed tovs PPIE CI E EEG PEE PEPS eh i eee E SERET T as a iid tO KCep tne ciotnes in wie R e Tennis shoes Mini Basket tub Set Water Level to MINI 2 oF L AnA hiaanh if decirad Meacnire BASKET position Ue AUU PFET LAN 11 UUOMUU Ivivajuiv How to wash a small load carefully and pour recommended Select desired Wash Spin Speed of regular fabrics or amount of liquid bleach 1 4 cup and oe Temperature See delicate hand washables 60 ml directly into the bleach page 4 ie Sa ie ile dispenser See page 8 for dispenser Select desired cycle z 1 Remove Fuller E10 pan instructions REGULAR PERM PRESS or WaITTO N Oaa mnra A 115 see page 9 Pull Cycle Selector knob to start washer Winey tr mea tha a EBWY GU USYS CER 3 RATRIG GRE TEL EK pula E IVHBIN BS PU ECE CYR The MINI QUICK cycle is a short cycle intended to wash small loads of lightly soiled h 2 Place Mini Basket tub on agitator 7 Add fabric softener if desired clothes you need in a hurry Pull the agitator toward the front of A a Pi rg itp a aa Because this cycle is a short one for the machine for easier installation described at rig o She nall ioads the Min
20. e gt L sh at least 3 3 times in very small loads with fu No bleach For new indigo blue jeans was Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases May discolor plastic washed l parts Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations but will probably never eliminate it l The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads No bleach Tumble on FLUFF No Heat o PRENESE OE PEENE EE S E No bleach Pillows are made of different materials dacron fiber foam polyester natural feathers and AOI down Many pillows can be machine washed but manufacturers care labels must be followed ee curefully If washing is secon mended check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend to PRI prevent escape of feathers or filling Fill washer add detergent and agitate for several minutes to dissolve detergent Add two pillows at a time to balance load use extra large water level seta Mieco Be namaa ms rer remeron For more information on care ei send for What s New About CARE LABELS For sale by the Superintendent of Documients s U S Government Printing Office Weshington D C 20492 i r ease A ee ee rer i E ee a manny ne ryan EEE ENS peee anan aE ET pree eA EA A PO Wu o AN IEEE rt er ir a in LE If your clothes and household items don t look clean and fresh after washing you wili probably re wasn tham and that means your H waste energy
21. e Sponge with a cafe dry cleaning finid then launder VV AGES G4 1744440 way Wewttssakapy od BEAR ASOT SAES IE Anti perspirants Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics Deodorants BCCORIRE to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page If color has except use non chiorine bleach ged vou may be ahle tn restore it by sponging with changed gv ai ay Ue uray bv LUA At ammonia Rinse thoroughly Blood Soak in cold water then launder in warm water If stain remains Sponge or soak in cool water then launder bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Oral in anid watar Gnnnae with a cafe edry Chocolate Cream Soak in cold water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid Soak in cold water Sponge with a safe dry Ice Cream and Milk Apply undiluted a sie nt launder dry Bleach according cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid to Stain Removal n opposite page e 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 ie and rinse well OF sponge with a safe dry we flte Cosmetics Eye Shadow Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid Sponge with a safe dry cleaning flu
22. e the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Soak Cycle or the Mini Quick Cycle e If the rinse dispenser gets Pen a om clogged soak it ina solution of cup water and 1 cup alcohol ae ee eee meeps a e rem me erm tte rome pqrremeneemmererere deiam PTT IE thease det paver cece enn arena tan ef A T ea Regular Cycles EEY deg a Permanent Press Cycle Soak Cycle Honi son a iia Speci ial ORMAL M HEAVY es EF AUTO ars E oy S EA Extra Clean ycie FAL EMSETOSTAAL tuse 1D KTOP e SOAK CYCLE temperature is controlled by the Rinse temperature Ww SJAAGCA WAS Wee w Bhat ALIES 28744 switch If a warm soak is desired set the WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to HOT WARM e Be sure Extra Rinse control is turned OFF If a hot soak is desired set the WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE late ta 6LISYT 2 switch to HOT WARM and turn the Cycle Selector Knob to NORMAL in the Regular Cycle Start the washer After washer fiils and begins to agitate push in the patra kh andl tren tr Cycle Selector Knob anG turn to SOAK CYCLE Pull out the Cycle Selector Knob to complete the cycle e Enr an extended so k all OW the WFR GEER exfenced DUSI amp washer to fill and ti te for a few minutes to dissolve he 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 ANJA
23. ergent 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 your load and water hardness as shown in guide 2 Other detergent types Low and normal suds powders liquids non phosphate powders follow recommendations on package 3 For Extra Cleaning cycle double the amount of detergent recommended in guide 4 For hard water treatment see page 16 OO ep 9 rnd aA Ce oa eeaeehidaate Laia cea a kc selma aa arn E a S son H Re i grt stereo es tary ata a orks wie HES itt a eT ENE n EEE erer ant pan een z z RA yY s gt 3 t 5 OA mere ne ty pi TE pe fp A eA e 5 ELE emper zera aage Pa PN TeaM mara Waler cao Vo Before you can decide what to do about hard water you need to know if you have it and if so how hard some suburban areas con ct your county agent J aA Onah F ASR Wr so many grains per gallon and means this 0 to 3 grains per gallon SOFT 4 to 10 grains HARD H to 19 grains VERY HARD The answer will be you have A SE44AES SV TF EXTREMELY HARD 20 grains a and over When using eeee h A P with aetergent He on U ay When using cup 74 cup with soap 80 ml 160 ml E m a a eree sae aa T Er TA 4 Bo herd If your water is SOFT you have no proble
24. et ak ate a A Shee de wa he own oe as beat RIL gt A ae ere ma ir A ETE ee Ee a pean ia TR m a a eR r a a a 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 call 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 memes tar sates pede range ioe emer Seer a eee HET Hi PSSST ESL ATT a a ss SS Bie tet tel tern Da Sia a i maser Mink hibes SURG artu iit permen nr muna itt ge cet meaner eae mire ever ry r o EN a 49 OFDIRA Part No 113D5497P184 LARAIAR UY UES This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for producis e of Aanurnhacari fnar nrdinarvy home use rf Gat wi De A ed in the 48 mainland states Hawaii For one year from date of original purchase we will provide fre charge parts and service labor tan emai la mumn m bm emam me mmia mea in your NOME tO repai CF repiace athe any part of the washer that falls E itis aS ora manuacturing LIMITED because you must pay to defect ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel LIMITED ADDITIONAL ort ji FOURYEAR WARR
25. etting Work Clothes Dungarees etc Heavy soil Normal Normal Hot Extra Cleaning Heavy or Normal Sett ies ae Cycles eerie on load si een Average soil Normal Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Normal Setting Soe ar Permanent Press Treated Cottons l Blends with Cottons Heavy or oily soil Normal Gentle Hot Extra Cleaning Heavy or Normal Setting Cycle depending on load size Average or light soil Normal Gentle Warni l Permanent Press Cycle i Set at Start ASEZA away ester Acrylic Kn its and Woven Fabrics Synthetics Polyester Nylon See Sturdy Normal Gentle Warm Permanent Press Cycle Set at Start Delicates Gentie Gentle Warm Special Cycles Set at Knits Silks Wools Blends of Silk Gentle Gentle Sturdy nmeenkk nn Tisane nen oi Ree Blankets Coveralls Baby Clothes Delicate Gentle Gentle Warm Special Cycles Set at Knits Blankets Wool Part Wool E 5 min soak then l Warm Regular Cycles Light Soil Setting Normal Normal Cotton Blankets Synthetic Electric 5 min soak then Warm Normal Normal Gentle Gentle Regular Cycles Light Soil Setting Curtains DO NOT MACHINE WASH Hot or Warm FIBERGLASS i Permanent Press Cycle Set at Start Chenille Bedspreads Robes Gentle Gentle Hot or Warm i Permanent Press Cycle Slipcovers Draperics Bathmats and Rugs Normal Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Norm
26. g rann tn ee ae a 2 anaana a ET YEE i AE PCE Arr rd wo E AZ ZEB YW YUSY weeded baat Wey start the washer aert re meee AA TEL een e an pens a E EE RE e RR A ane w onrera a aeh TY IRETE s y Le ee paenan cr ATEL NN eaa AT po ei Y i E How to Sort by surface texture Separate 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 lin control see page 20 Sort by fabric Separate SPEER Perm Press Cottons amp 4 B Biends from ponen Synthetics amp Poly Knits p jo Delicates W Eo g an ta cartine to redu e lint wer reau wm AXED LUY WATER VERA Hey olle Son it 1S ae that gus ics is similar eonsiucnon De as spar emp eee nm reana a e anean n E ante A n E ort the clothes Sort by soil Sort by color Separate warara WIR TOWAVERBE T EIPRE INSIRU C DE REN LOADS SEE PAGES 6 and 7 fa 3 p gt Z Ta A It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing Baas o Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers snap snaps Hooks and buttons e Do any necessary mending rips hems tears e Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain Remove stains For STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE SEE PAGE 19 e Turn Poly Knits inside out to Special Modern Fabric Cycles for removable heavy and oil
27. gled 6 Long Sleeve Shirts loads save water energy and items always handle separately To 3 Boxer Shoris detergent oy adji isting the water minimize tangling we recommend ae 6 Siandard Pillow Cases level for the size of the load See the use of a net laundry bag e T 5 Tshirts page 4 Si 4 Pair Trousers amp Handkerchieis cr peenes ea seee avare mee eye meee enta me T manm m eaman EN pae aa TIT mm iF LT gt ermene T OE MEE ht ad Products Phosnhate Sar Ee IDW ww Powdered Detergents Advantages Disadvantages Perform well in hard or soft water Wash all types of fabrics well Can be used in hot warm or cold water Are not available in some areas CS SOSS S Non Phosphate Powdered Detergents Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water In some areas only non phosphate products are availabje hard water than powde non phosphate types ry amar met nathan arnar VU1Caiis SY ntinetics and fabric blends well Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissoive even in 0 DS Lk c id Walter ees eee ay Eee Generally do not clean well in nara Wati May be difficult to dissoive especially ini coid water Should not be used in cold water Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water See page 14 s
28. i Basket tub ak RAVAN LARW AVALLEA BRA tut and removal of Mini Basket tub Fabric Sonener SP T Ants should be used for satisfactory results Filter Flo pan Pour teaspoon 5 should be us 3 Put 1 4 to 1 3 cup 60 o 80 ml ml of concentrated softener or 1 Follow all the steps lt pve and at detergent in the bottom of the Mini tablespoon 15 ml of diluted left except for cycle selection Basket tub i pi s i o o o Extra Rinse Cycle OFF SVART P nP Special instructions for use of the Mini Basket tub eee Q oA cie van OF EREM Ge a Pi a at arca tha Tahin Softener tees rae 6 T e The Mini ies ub can be used e Do not use the raoric sortene mmea meh Post with any cycle except the SOAK Dispenser with the MINI QUICK noni S Q Cycles cvcle When usine the MINI cle The cycle is too sh cae SA ea AUTO EXTRA RINSE RORMAL Y HEAVY Extra Clean Cycles uU 2 QUICK cycle the Mini Baske f pens tub should be used e When wa ashing ATN panty NT crises s Do not wash clothes in the regular hose and other easily tangled re Ae i E iS wash basket when using the Mini items always handle separately 2 Push the Cycle ser a y o nw hd aie Beas Basket tub There will not be o minimize tanpiimg te ee Ora and turn it clockwise to the MINI enough water in the regular baske net laundry bag is recommended E evcle and clothes damage could result ere ies i 2 Danh tha nola Gaelarine
29. id Lipstick Mascara Liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Then iaunder in warm detergent water or Pancake Makeup Rouge ee Hint on opposite page Powder Crayon Grease A Wee aewse 9 ee i wanj wra rr Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil it Fruit Juices Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining 1H laund with non chlorine bleach stain with no PT ed Grass Foliage Flowers Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat eae spots Sponge with warm water Apply undilut vile Scorch while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If liquid detergent Bleach remaining stai with non chlorine bleach then launder either type stain remains bleach according to Stain ue Hint on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Old nulcew stains can seldom be removed ard Score fats to mar m ber moye OCU h can seldom oe removed 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 Cor WE cn VAS undiluted liquid detergent Old stains bieach according to Stain Remova Hint on opposite page Same as white and bleachabie fabrics Paint and Varnish Soften with ae la a or Va seline then sponge with turpen
30. m You can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget ali ahant hard watar Tf van have Gis GUUULE HOIN Wawa 2 Yuu ave HARD water less than 10 grains and you use phosphate detergent you also have no problem But if you have more than 10 grains you will need to soften your water with either 1 An installed water softener in your home or 2 The use of a packaged water softener For information on water softeners see guide below ee re ars lus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above te 14 mi foar aach eytra 4 grai ins D Ae SALE AWE WWE WALLY v Oana 3y k 3 R I Be L How to use it Special instructions 5 product and type oN a c hlorine STERT Use your Bleach Dispenser according to 1 Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directiy into such as Clorox brand instructions on page 8 washer or on dry clothes 2 Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s 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 rP such as Ez Follow package directions 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics orox 2 brand Put bleach into washer with detergent 2 Is most effective in hot water 3 Use carefully Teo much ma
31. ner Dispenser See page 9 Also do not lift lid during spin This may cause improper dispensing resulting in stains To remove stains dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent Re wash using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric BLUE OR GRAY COLOR STAINS e Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand others may be safely SHRINKAGE 7 GENERAL washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions 7 exactly If in doubt do not machine wash or dry 2 SHRINKAGE o Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched KNITS and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garment may be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle o Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics is gradually removed by laundering May be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above e Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat shaped When washing drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used to shape set shrinkage may occur This cannot be corrected but it can be prevented by washing in cool or warm water drying on Low or Delicate heat im No beeen E eg ante NN na ECE Ae a LE ETRE Nt A RT OO EEA ET NL YA FT LACE EBT EE ACO ORIOLE IA FE A TS Ra
32. ner labels to a 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 e Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping e To minimize the possibility of electric shock unpiug 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 o Do not tamper with controls MF Baw iaeia We _ e Do not operate this appliance ifit is damaged malfunctioning AN AU AD UCLA tty karaa ease nnn partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including BP Bie OE ak me ee a damaged cord or plug oe Never climb on or stand on the LIWY Whe eea Wan Wwe WET washer top am TA an As Pers 33 Qa 4 6 Do not WaSn noergi E your washer Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles Rr LVUKER DE WAEA Ga ee a Ser te diana e e TARLI that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use EEEE pa continued next page gt Pa asamara eE A A EA MRTE P i ai g perpen integer mpe t OF re ET a nnn rman edb EE e The laundry process can reduce For washer operation SAVE i TH T ESE the flame retardancy of fabric
33. nstructions ag roducts away from washer The fabric may then be washed P normally Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty TINTS AND DYES Powdered such as Rit Follow package directions Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load Go and Tintex brands NOTE Tinted garments may not be through complete cycle 5 minute wash using hot water colorfast Wash separately 1 2 cup 120 ay detergent 1 cup 240 ml bleach Wipe e E may discolor plastic i in 17 aaa oa per erence en FN ae ent a maama AE e a aeee o eaey ee AEE ETATE ppan SEE TT ener meari ab a l ea eanna AAT NT EE emee eaaa EAU Aa Perae eaaa aea beens EN m amet E E S 2 5 a n 2 e gt pi j F au 1 Try to remove stains as soon as possible The fresher the stain the easier it is to remove 2 Before attempting to remove any stain take these steps e Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the next page and use only recommended methods 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 Avoid use of hot water on unknown stain It can set some 3 Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing 4 Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent a tne yoann t a er en tins EE annuun rune offen BERS aW Am HOW 1
34. onia phosphate products when diluted in wash water Soaps N E a ETT emer a a aaa a FO pete ve maer aer aaa mae e Perform well in soft water Sr meaa nme sete d F May combine with water hardness minerals to form a atin ran sticky soap curd ai ta ae ee ea rat Is your water hard If it is and if you use a carbonate type non atarcant Wot will oe be mem phosphate detergent JUM yE most probably notice limestone deposits on your clothes and 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 e Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy e Causes graying of fabrics e Leaves a white powdery residue on dark colored items e Causes spot fading of bright colors as a result of direct contact with detergent AA SOW Om e Reduces wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics pwr KAIERA DEU wt e Destroys effectiveness of flame retardant finishes on cottons such TWUASLEGEARY LAER haw wen Stes Q as children s sleepwear te e fahric wear hecause Fa a pcreases LGW hy Few VSS of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation bua 3 Effects on washer e Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution e Mat like crusty formations cause
35. ontinued next page D gt f l we wr a line A na EEE Ae He ARETE E R a aa ar Fh eee TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR continued PROBLEM ar ER ee OS A a Sa dm i a POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY s NAGS HOLES z 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 EE E F traxvalta anth Barmanant Drece Large Water Level Do not wash heavy EMS SUCH as toweis wita rer manent r IresSsS P NA Remove collar stays when possible e Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears Check agit emua raben a 9 aes i Spots ii necessary e May be caused by use of Normal Normal Wash Spin speed for d Gentle Gentle Wash Spin speed Refer to Garmen r s e Garments weakened by i age sun or atmosphere This is in V by washer Slow process by washing on Gentle Gentle Wash Spi o Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items th that will move freely Select correct water level 4 HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as c collars and cuffs ul WASHER WON T VA Make sure temperature selector controls are OPERATE zi zE Q f
36. oval when the wash is e See pages 8 and 9 for information on how to use Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispensers For information on bleaches and fabric softeners see page 17 e Close the lid Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open SMALL Washer is less than 1 3 full of clothes MEDIUM Between 1 3 and 1 2 full LARGE Between 1 2 and 2 3 full EXTRA LARGE Over 2 3 full MINI BASKET See instructions on page 10 If you want to increase evel after pay tx turn Len AL you ve made a select turi KGO 10 an sb 39 to RESET and selec ane p ja p j a ress E lt bo 3 A QE a T 2 3 a water deep are provided to mre setting of ne Turning control to ON will provide a second deep rinse in the Regular Cycle If no Extra Rinse is teal tn ORF oor TOi iv desired turn contr 3 Push Cycle Selector Knob in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer If you wish to change setting after washer has started push Cycle Selector Knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be o ae Se Au a gay ED mawrnnien pe Ear moin Hi wt peop Cleaning Cveles Mini Quick Cycle ARC SHE w ye VAY HALA Ch ELESEN WS Yea For most cottons linens and work For modern fabrics with heavy or For smali lightly soiled loads you and
37. ow or call toll free by accident fire floods or acts Hho GE Answer Center of God 800 626 2000 WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE consumer information service FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES e Improper installation i if you have an installation problem I F contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing i adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities ee ee Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion 3 Se neg naaf tee nan uan mau nlan hauna nathar rinhte which vary fram etato tn stata may not apply to you nis warranty gives you SDeCHIC leQal gA dl lU yvu tHcy Gido R R EE YERS PETIT ied II OLLO We OLA To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Iw wuyi i errereen a Cepet goera ereere re E TEE EE N Fr areas rr lt a aa aot aars annia f anamer Senne ee Warrantor General Electric Company if further hels is needed concerning this warranty write oi ilanager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville AY 40243 ad er t PTER e E T eae mamen an ten Ana uee cette ak rae AT TAR a E e an Eas eter EEEE AE LARAIA BQ OTK GA YU Ura FV ORANA RARI AYE ra jig eerste lo 40 96 5
38. play clothes with normal oily soil A second rinse is need in a hurry Use with MINI soiling Extra Rinse can be provided to help remove the BASKET tub only selected if desired as an additional detergent that s required aa automatic extension of the regular for these soils See page 15 If Reguler Cyclos SNCS paa Penpanemt Press o aa Pew Pe ee a Sesk Cycle g ZIN 6 ns Tr 1 A a Leilene et been Se uaz s Use with most soaking aids t l uent sont Pou Special Knits Cycle f T ia y loosen embedded soils and stains craven by anh A combination of agitation and ont Extra Clean Cyeles soak for more effective polyester C hannes akeen S Permanene Press Da ee TTS knits laundering Plus an extended ue cool down spray rinse 1S provided RN YTE ow a ee Pe PES D ene tem S Benes E e Special Permanent Press Cycle tO minimize the SOLLIE OL WTinkics SAS For Permanent press loads such as Reguter Cycles SRS CG ET Pammanont Press ii r di shirts blouses dresses and similar l seat Cycle 2 3 wearing apparel with normal wna lt a soiling An extended cool down ALAN spray rinse is provided to minimize wee on wW ri n kh in g Extra Clean Cycles Soak Cycle j LS cycles turn Extra Rinse knob to ON Extra Rinse can also be set adia Special uT son amp Extra Riass Cyclo OFF STANT Regular Cycles Permanent Press A ole Cycle Soat Cycia Pu on ee
39. r LU KALM GiG Cigjatcaew shee Bate m minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes Increase amount of detergent See guide on opposite page for recommended detergent amounts in relation to water hardness 11 or more grains and if you wash YAR Wa ssawar 2QGALSI 7 GhSAM just a few loads a week you may E see limestone buildups in just a few months Increase use of bleaches presoaks packaged water conditioners prewash soil and stain removers to help in removing stubborn soils and stains o Use greater care in sorting loads WEN Le evens AG 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 L merer am heavy sturdy clothes e Wash smaller loads to increase al m am a a mre 4 oa 4 cleaning action of washer e Use fabric softener to counteract Lin har sd stiFMESS OF narsnnes 2 How to partially restore clothes aa v Once clothes have developed deposits they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of two cups of vinegar in one gallon a eer ne MAAS of hot tap water for 15 minutes USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER Then wash clothes in the washer am m a w ee using detergent ra TSR CAUTIONS e Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain l mpura te neame epe a ree a are
40. r system This will allow any hydrogen gas 8 n m m COARIN BE to escape Since tke gas is flammable do not smoke or use am nman flame ar appliance e388 od ieee BREERERG BFR GE IEA aa ww ae bs a E luring tmis process amp to washer while us A WT nMan weg c ho 1 Sed rae tema tant pma efore loading clothes push gt Erea mia f elector mop to AAS enenidiaarn tihoar waht uarn OP position then walt until F ps sear BAAR H EE 5 oe Apea ae 1 gr it Hote but o E A lt i oa parle band paN Ga cy Soeeresstt tee a ae 3 iz G Bs m e g nri v ag ua J jtn u3 qnm t a 2 BYR CR SVT PEER LRA SIARSTH TR Rate i ij ROS Raes G PEREEG SECO CA PRER EARS y 4 a ete CREA OR TE TE tase FRR FATEH SB ANEGRE OGY pec nen Ge Wess STATE WES RPE ae Re eee ee BYU DS BEB AR Ea i heed oo eit ea g tine Ha ted RUCTIONS o Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children Do not allow children to play inside on or with this ey GS Va ey Se APPA Gi canny appliance Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing materials properly Before discarding a washer or removing from service remove the washer lid e Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bleaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children aa preferably ina locked cabinet Observe mi all warnings on contai
41. retumbie on high heat for 10 12 minutes and hang immediately ron carefully nd to dry cleaners for pressing I Se So me wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed SNAGS HOLES o Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets Check to make sure all such objects A Y Font Binek u Y GS TEARS RIPS OR are removed Also check wash tub EX XCESSIVE WEAR e nance hn oks sharn biittons belt buckl cles pers Fasten hooks zippers and re Wass BESS ELT RARES Fr SY Se OL ASIST G ie hd DUC bE 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 improper use of chlorine bleach Use only correct amount of bleach using Bleach Dispenser Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come into contact with undiluted bleach Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes e 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 o Small unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process Check garments before washing and mend all rips and iears eee a foe c
42. s as an independent cycle for wa Te g Cycles A example to rinse and spin clothes UGHT son A ye Beck oe fe ane op wath that have been in the wash basket aA Ne Extra Clean Cycles longer than normal Extra Riese Cycle OFF START Regular Cyclas Va Permanent Press I amp Extra Clean Cycles l Reguler Cycles cree aa Paandar Pisis X Cyes Soak Cycle K ucurson ff i g y a Sax Special grieve a 5 f a Cycles oe oF AUTO EXTRA AEE Qe woman Extra Cloan Cycles Permanent B Regul Extra Cleaning Special Press Cycle Light Soak Mini ede Selector Heavy Normal seg Curls Heavy Normal Knits Onick e Total time includes pauses between each Settings ge Sian phase of cycle Total time does not include water fill time Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level races TURN THE PAGE ON 8 4 24 17 tor Controls Setting Guide f EV by 5 tira RTI i D E When Extra Rinse controi is turned to ON v Gay oe err rene wanena SA merger Meter LE i RE I AE I NEED TT P ee Sy peo 7 T Wate Load Temperature Cycle Cycle Setting Cottons and Linens White Colorfast Normal Normal Hot or Warm l Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting Bright Non colorfast Normal Normal Warm or Cold Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil S
43. s To e Do not leave washer lid up T avoid such a result the garment during cycle This wili stop the manufacturer s care instructions vema and arin Anting ann mraveArnt A VAM QUU SURI GAUL GUU Pru vws should be followed very carefully completion of the cycle Ww WASA BERLT AFA WHA w J of B ae amp EF t PA How to operate your clothes washer ARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance Wash Spin Speeds Variabie Water Level Wash Rinse Temp EXENA RIN Ertra Ringe Cycle OFF SVAT P Regular Cycles Ao fa P amaneni TESS NT Ji amp uyci p Q vd WORMAL Soak Cycle KELL D noA be ee EXTRA LARGE i e NE p uoaa P P g MSE Wana i CoG 6 Special CA come e Cycles rE Gmi aN g MINI WS G E2 uom e SD ae we con j SMALL e oiD eaii i fallu by fahric Ci iiy ALAU IE aw e Remove Filter Flo pan and Mini Basket tub The underside of the lid is a good place to put the Lit laading ne nnlandine pan while loading OF UINOaUing Do not use Mini Basket tub se st1 fin washing regular loads You fin n how and when tA ae fasit Cy CD gett amp qa Gq eam aa Cf E g O oS 3 Os oe EPE Sener Geary epee meee te aR Position the Filter Flo pan on the agitator Lint will collect in the pan es tc ala m N aan for easy rem
44. s AES CRS pa wrt gm Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang clothes immediately FAI BF A ATENA Tr Tara ree PERMANENT PRESS AND NO IRON EA LUT RAC SL FY ITEMS e Too many clothes in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads e Improper loads Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work clothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses Do not wash Permanent Press with regular laundry e Too many clothes in washer Permanent Press loads should always be smaller 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 minimize wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle Incorrect water level Use Extra Large Water Level for Medium Load Medium Level for Small Load e Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of detergent i e Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents If you must use a non phosphate no avoid the use of high carbonate built detergent e Failure to use fabric softener Proper use will minimize wrinkling a we E ae Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting If unsuccessful
45. smission locks in This sound is normal i Sd dl t 2 af 3 ede Si eee i ET svn PES PEPOT caer enn PEF He At AARNet pleweccmee Neem ricav vily unbalanced loads Can Cause WaSner tO Vibrate CXCCSSIVELY GUNNE Spill and n me cause it to move from its original position In extreme cases usually occurs when washing a single heavy item or a small load when water level is set higher than If you need more help cail toil free ote te TR mt pM N EE allow moisture t to aa 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 cnefare unth chaen nhiante Surrace With Snarp OojCcs To store washer Ask service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses n prevent fan rarr ty ry to prevent ireezing s4 Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather For long vacations Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets and drain all water from nmam ah eee athae uxyell ao hal ace hoses if WCOdliti Will be UCLU Y freezing a a ae meee ena e A eae ra e Lubricate inf with grease or i irak watnr agitator Remove ERGVeE BSUGSGwWers AtWssay Y anea ee remove any lint that may have accumulated No tools are needed simply grasp o Lat 1 DOtN nanas ana pull A sth iti t up sharply The slotted secon
46. soak is sufficient However when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments you may need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent e Use of soap in hard water Switch to a phosphate detergent or follow six steps described above e Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition Use shorter wash times for smaller loads Detergent dissolves too slowly Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the start of agitation See page 15 e To restore grayed clothes follow one of these procedures 1 Put clothes in washer Fill with HOT water Check Manufacturers Care Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment e Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate use 24 times as much as you need for normal water softening o Do not use detergent or soap e Allow clothes to go through complete cycle e Repeat if necessary 2 If you prefer to use the Soak Setting see page 9 Use the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes 3 Use Extra Cleaning cycles see page 5 4 Use the Mini Basket tub See page 10 Increase detergent Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent Check aS 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
47. structions 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 ie _ nstall or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below gt 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 e Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and vaives and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture e When disconnecting this appliance pull by the plug rather than the cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of cord and plug Aaka anre that the cord is located so LVACER AY ESE PRALER Vane w e ee me oe that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to Ar iad damage or stress gape D i i Hn ne CN ot pemut a Cb tH ma 4 6 g baud a me i amp gt ka f juand foamed cor e ev be Saka EH Tr oe ea gt Eio ny A a cH D Z mi Irri 5 pa ee gm Ta yond a J pma ki a dep Rest bopa x oo A fr Sau und ge bred tn fab fe eG 9 ey ua pnag pM az pres fanas te
48. this dispenser with liquid uvuivcavull only lf you preter to use powdered bleach pour it into the wash basket along with your detergent Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser e Measure bleach carefully Here are some recommended amounts LARGE WATER LEVEL 1 cup 310 mi liquid SMALL WATER LEVEL 2 3 cup 170 ml liquid MINI BASKET tub 1 4 cup 60 ml liquid e Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser o Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage e Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket or Mini Basket tub og et ht ATE EY eaa AEP EI EN How to use tine gt Fabric Softener e Position the Fabric Softener ta rman Dispenser on wine Filter Flo pai AF aL lene Pour manufacturer s recommended amount of fabric softener into a standard measuring cup e Add enough water to fill the cup 1 2 full e Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser The fabric softener will 7 automatically be dispensed at the s an m proper time e Do not stop the washer during the first spin This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon When using Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Mini Basket tub use one 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or one 1 tablespoon 15 ml of diluted softener e Do not us
49. tine or Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If color has changed you may be able to Spas it by treating with with non chlorine bleach Perspiration Launder in warm water Rinse well Bleach a ammonia or vinegar If any stain remains treat with safe dry eaning fluid or blea ea according to Stain Removal Hint on ee er a eS r le WHR AAA AASB SGE ene page launder a nd dry Rust patie be sure you are in a well ventilated room when using them No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is ly printed on label Use extreme caution with flammable compounds ution Because cleaning fluids tend t oh ui REE EF D AnT reaguired c nart s sual qu pes es SS i ay Rt LULL Wak aU Ld Ae SSSR RA WER WEB ic imitations and requirea CaulloNns o flammable materials waxes cleaning fluids etc be washed in washer ds such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death am ilar wit h Inder no circumstances should fabrics containing Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or a Save and refer to garment manufacturers care en vet emt r Sse ae r ne eem eg gene teen inner Ne e ett RA eee ee OTe Ta TT FET s ion poia M R eas a l g oa rae a i n 1 wi aed nea a T a f e a a 3 Pe eon fico a en a E I e get penn ee SER GS Ee TOMO TD AW e TEE TTT ee nner a rererere muaren fara ae m emee tea team ia tin a oN ree gents EP at Attend EER ERT E
50. ur 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 GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 If you received a damaged washer Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the washer Save time and money Before you request service check the Problem Solver on pages 20 25 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label on the lower left side near the front These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your washer Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Mode Number Seria Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your washer To obtain a Spanish language version of this book call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Para obtener la versi n en espa ol de este manual llame a GE Answer Center servicio de informacion para el consumidor tel fono 800 626 2000 if you smell gas 1 Open windows 2 Don t touch electrical switches 3 Extinguish any open fiame 4 Immediately calil your gas supplier Don t turn electric switches onoroff because sparksmay ignite the gas
51. y cause staining on Yatapi SULLC clothes 4 De not pour directly on clothes 5 For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle ASEF ee eee Lon nbes eee such as Rain Barrel brand follow manufacturer s FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Use your Fabric Softener Dispenser 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft Downy Brand according to instructions on page 9 2 Reduces static electricity Follow package directions Wash Additive such as Add during wash cycle Rain Barrel brand eT a ar REPO NTA RA TENE Astana hlorine Bleach such as Clorox brand ba Non precipitating Follow package directions such as Calgon brand Add at start of wash cycle water Clear Precipitating such as Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate Borax brand with detergent or soap in wash cycle which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water PRETREATIN G STAIN QE YT AND SPOT REMOVERS Such as Spray n Wash Follow package directions Treat only CAUTION Washer control panels and finishes may be and K2R brands heavily soiled areas Check garments amaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain ee zaban Panag a A oe ss mbm m arm neasnt rar An mae hay Fo mover products if such products are sprayed On OF nave irect contact with the washer Apply these pretreatment Ou care labels for i
52. y soils See page 5 for instructions See page 19 Stain Removal Guide See page 6 Controls Setting Guide See page 20 The Problem Solver Soaking and Pre treating a good way to loosen deep soils and stains A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another way to remove heavy soils embedded dirt and even some stains Soaking c can be either a completely separate washing step or a prelim inary step to a complete wash cycle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see page 9 FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS SHE PAGE 17 e Pre treat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap For best results wait 1 2 hour before washing peste Eb ET RCTS TE ett EEFE pia A ee d HE Se is kn SS ee ees er rir ip ee A a SIEL E a eu Bid So See asta Special recommendations for washing permanent press if you do not have a dryer If you are machine washing nD tD Permanent Press clothes that you plan to line dry or drip dry use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash process s Be careful not to overload _ 28 _ _ washer Permanent Press clothes musi thavea ample room to moys ae 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
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