GE Spacemaker WSM2000H User's Manual
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1. 1 Regular Cycle 10 15 minutes for Heavy soil 5 10 for Normal soil up to 5 for Light soil 2 Perm Press Cycle 12 minutes for Heavy soil 4 8 for Normal soil up to 4 for Light soil Delicate cycle alternates between pauses and agitation during wash Man made fibers synthetics such as polyester nylon and acrylics 1 must be dried using the Delicate low heat Cycle If you mix various types of ye Ee eens Pa og S alkene san me nnaman rmi han ries hae ran at m pmmten Ema hn one nlite fabrics in your drying load set the controls for the lightest weight fabrics and remove when di y Then reset the control for me remaining fabrics tNever dry foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials in the dryer except on AIR FLUFF no heat Fire hazard may result 8 45 60 Rinse at once soak in diaper pail with soiution of cold water and borax 1 teaspoons to gallon Soak before washing with a presoak product Use warm water nannan uz coke Al nb ee ee Ket wa 2 iy Q amp AS mira Mart Aawnhann Arint D a m n Ta Pa 4 f oa 1 a A as Fh ah h ERARE mat beur Or 77 VWLIGAG UUL CALUSS UUSL ACIHUOYC Sldllis d aicCds WILI UCLCI EC WadSil ONC idIve OF TW 65 95 small blankets at a time Full loads 65 75 Small loads 35 45 4 CL Al FORSE EES EE EE EE PELSER PATEE ESEE D ET ES o E rA PEIE E AA f i REP S SE E I Dc aly N WCaKONCd Cven Nand Wasting WLI cause tearing be sure c2. Middle KA Epa cool When drum air is warm Position ER enough heat turns off When the air cools heat turns back on This on and off cycling may happen a number of times depending on the Set toward e For loads that include heavy weight fabrics fabric load size and Cycle Selector MORE DRY tol e If you desire to remove more moisture setting The Cycle Selector advances KS gm when the heat is off until it automatically turns dryer off Timed drying You select the in ou wish the Set toward e For lightweight fabric loads rae apeg tee off at LESS DRY TQ aN e For very small loads Add two or more similar g t H mS articles even if dry to assist m the end of this time period e If vou desire to remove less isture 4a Iu Ww i742 BW a WERENT Y m istur we ro o do ayse oo Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads Washer Wash Water Wash Wash Cycle Dry Type of Load Temperature Cycle Setting Cycle Baby Clothes Plastic lined items Delicate Set at START Air Fluff No Heat Diapers at Rear See 1 below Timed Dry High Heat Man made fabrics E int nena Set at START Delicate Low Heat Mixed cottons Warm Perm Press See 2 below Automatic Dry Medium Heat Bedspreads Follow Label Directions Blankets a Electric Delicate Set at START Delicate Low Heat Man made Delicate Set at START Delicate Low Heat bF A Woolen MENEE Set
3. Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics See Washing Guide Bieach on page 15 Other Washable Fabrics 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 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 changed you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia Rinse thoroughly except use non chiorine bieach Sponge or soak in cool water then launder lanndear Chocolate Cream Ice Cream and Milk Soak in cold water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry Soak in cold water Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid 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 Ap
4. 1 cup 1 cups aw tn nce 1 E EUY WF LUEI J Chlorine liquid such as Ciorox brand quart 0 96 liter water and add after wash action has started and detergent is dissolved AAJA into washer or on dry clothes 2 Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such acs 100 cotton flame retardant children s LF WES WEAWHS AFUE WER TEL e BWI SY WIZE AA ABVEEAL AW A WUE RSEEAAL WAAALLSA WEA J BLEACH Dilute one cup bleach with at least one 1 Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric 3 Check manufacturer s hang tags for special instructions Non chlorine such as Follow package directions 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics Clorox 2 brand Put bleach into washer with detergent 2 Is most effective in hot water FABRIC SOFTENERS Mix recommended amount with one cup 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft Rinse additive such 240 ml water and add at start of rinse 2 Reduces static electricity as Downy brand cycle 3 Use carefully Too much may cause staining on some clothes 4 Do not use with other la meat y additives Wash additive Follow wp ackage directions Use carefully Too much may cause staining on some such as Rain Barrel Add during wash cycle clothes brand SANITIZER Use in case of infection and
5. Appliance Registration 2 Repair Service 26 use 7 nd Ca of Care and Cleaning 25 Safety Instructions 3 4 o E es model Cautions l6 User Maintenance Instructions 25 a Controls Setting Guide 8 9 Vacation Tips 25 WSM 0000H Dryer Warranty Back Cover Automatic Drying 7 Washer Controls 7 Agitator 25 Dryness Selections 7 Controls 6 Detergents Other Additives 11 15 Energy Saving Tips Energy Saving Tips 7 End of Cycle Signal Sorting Timed Drying 7 Sorting a nm OV Energy Saving Ti Front Access s Pan By Ww wi Model and Serial Numbers Drnah l em So 10 9 LiVvuIilvill iS lv 10 24 Your Direct Line to General Electric The GE Answer Centef 800 626 2000 PERONA A Quality Product of GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY UQ ASaS Help us help you mm y ss Before using your Spacemaker Laundry pp thease envi war whales read tnis DOOK Carerully It is intended to help you operate maintain wane naw neakene na and mainin yVUL Lew applallte 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 Elart Cn General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 If you received a damaged appliance Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the appliance Save time and money Before you request service check the Problem Sol
6. gt gt 5 try z a S 4888 DaS TT were e aa n ar a se S 4 SHRINKAGE Some Bone will shrink whether washed ina ees or by hand other s ma ay be a 3 GENERAL safely washed but will shrink in a Follow manufacturers care SUE ET SHRINKAGE Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit parE iint han been improperly stretched KNITS and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garment may be pressed back _ into shape after each wach and dry cucle AiL SUAPV GIUI VAVI WaoOll ALU ULY LyLil i e Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics ic oradnally ramnaved hy lanndering LAay ha natirad in alder aarmentec that have haan 4o AR aay AVL IVY VAS uy fQULIUNL res iviay UY AVIVA 111 VU BGLII parent MAYU Voli washed many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above f Qhetmiaaa namscaaA Ihe nwawh and iwma Je pee In AAStAInN Last fahewian that hava Lasa 25 7 DLL MINAT Vauowu UY UYU MUAL VUULULS LIL CUILL AAI IQ ULICS UIdAL IIAV UCCII ilat shaped When washing drying or ironing temperatures exceed the pay SLE used to to shape set shrinkage may occur This cannot be corrected but it can be prevented by washing in cool or warm water anig on low or delicate heat CLOTHES TAKE e Controls improperly set Check all controls to make sure they are correctly set for TOO LONG TO DR
7. Make st sure all hooks snaps and when washing knits which snag easily Turn knits inside out i a Use only correct measured amount of bleach b Never add undiluted bleach to washer tub nor allow clothes to come in contact twith _ undiluted bleach Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes eeewees vu we arana saw BWA Aaa et WARE bh So DARA aP POCE O an objects remained in oes RT Be wht buttons are fastened Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles This is very pogani e Improper use of chlorine bleach Holes may have random square aare yellow discoloration fabric will be weak at edges of hole c Damage from chemicals such as hair preparations bleach dye honie ecnienent solution battery acid some toilet bowl cleaners Immediately rinse e thoroughly towels aera nth nae maha m imn warin s pee mere ae we amb mb aes thane nh menn s rnn tlan fore EERS any QUI OUICI di UCICS WILICH Mave me in ULAclt Wil h UICC CMMs is be Or PULLITIE them in washer Avoid ee items of clothing with such chemicals Small u agarmante r ALLUV VALVILULY UE e As permanent press garments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This is due to the weakening of the fibers i the permanent press process It is not caused by the washer You can slow this process by washing small permanent press loads with a large water level Do not wash heavy items such as towels with permanent press When possible remove colla
8. Guards against infection by killing most bacteria Chlorine bleach such contagious disease and viruses 9 gt a a AWE WB LLIW ADF W aa Wiswi See nder Bleach above as Clorox bran WATER SOFTENER Follow package directions Suspends hardness minerals in solution keeping Non Precipitating Add at start of wash cycle water clear such as Calgon brand Precipitating such as Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals to form Rorax brand Tee with detergent or coan in precipitate which gives clo udy or milky annearance ALFIE SR Je O44 545 w w VY ADEE Mw tw swiss We aeadh ofl aaa twp eee YY BAAWAS amp was Saeeanuy Ser Sst sss w w wash cycle to water SOAK AGENT Follow package directions for grass Do not use with chlorine bleach as chlorine stops the stain Such ac Riz AIMI UO AP Lis EWEBE VERE SW LAEL Ua WE Eds J SAE JAR fwa hrand narecriratinn aga hahu farmnuila removal actinn of enzyme coak agente Via PVelopuauvui LEE YVauvy iVi inuia blood mud and other stains PRETREATING Follow package directions Treat CAUTION Control panel and finishes may be damaged by STAIN AND SPOT only heavily soiled areas Check some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products REMOVERS garment s hang tag for instructions if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with Such as the washer and or dryer Apply these pretreatment products Spray n Wash
9. Hard water c N 2 Large loads jea 3 Greasy or oily soils A 4 Lower wash temperature ee 5 Low phosphate detergent EES Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load Water Hardness LARGE MEDIUM SMALL VERY HARD 1 2 cups 1 4 cups 10 20 Gr POWDERED DETERGENTS 12 19 How to use granular or powdered detergent For best results put the detergent in the washer before the clothes have been loaded If your detergent doesn t dissolve well pre dissolve the detergent in hot water and put it in the washer before clothes are added 1 Use recommended amount of a ey os ee ee 8 ee See ES Ne teen heres detergent for yuur load ana 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 trea A WA LILI WS wa page 14 ment wit ALALLE abs see a Re w MMES 7s a ree oe I z Dhed raar a ikea a a r a an ara ae a aaen a a E ee ee eee eara a a Ten wanes ea A ss ae TERS oat eet et EELA maeman eae a a a oe S al 2 ee a Hard water Before you can decide what to do about hard water you need to know if you have it and if so how hard 1t i10 Al iD _ Tf you live in a municipal area contact your water Company If you live in a
10. a special filter or chemical feeder ate in your home to remove iron and manganese from water ee 4 Si 3 Run hot water for a few minutes to glean iron residue b ild pi in lines dia water heater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained g ro over pan of boiling water and squeeze lemonj juice through stain To remove overall yellow use a Commerc aly available i rust scale remover following package instructions a continued next page gt ee 2a BLUEORGRAY eapon use sof fabric softener Never pour fabric softener directly on n clothes COT OR STA INS o always dilute hafnara addin 2 if A z p E NA A hn A BL AER SME ongie da ways ule oeiore aading to rinse water To remove DUHR Gampen stained area and Sor ai i rub with t undiluted liquid detergent Re wash using c chlorine bleach if safe for fabric ni d wrm Er OT R P GRAYED Ta Insufficient detergent You may feed to increase gt the amount of dooreen eed if the CLOT HES a oad j is larger than normal if soil is heavier than average especially ee if water levels is high or if water hardness is above average oo pat _ Water is not hot enough for type of load Make sure water eari is set to deliver hot water at the washer 140 150 F 60 66 C Do not wash when other hot water _needs such as dishwashing or family baths are heavy Poor or inferior detergen or u use of soap in hard water Change to phosph
11. at START Delicate Low Heat Cobras White OoOo w Colorfast White Non Colorfast Regular See 1 below Timed Dry High Heat Curtains Cotton Hot or Warm Regular See 1 below Timed Dry High Heat Man made Sheers Set at START Delicate Low Heat Permanent Press See 2 below Automatic Dry Medium Heat Delicates Lingerie Knits Warm Delicate Set at START Delicate Low Heat Foundation Garments t Set at START Delicate Low Heat Glass Fiber Do not wash glass fiber in the washer Permanent Press Curtains Warm Perm Press See 2 below Automatic Dry Medium Heat Draperies Automatic Dry Medium Heat Dresses sportswear Automatic Dry Medium Heat Heavy slacks Automatic Dry Medium Heat Knits man made Delicate Low Heat Lingerie Delicate Low Heat Chanto las Caa 9 halm Itnarnntan MAn im Lian T Jats Taya n Den Fo Fal 4 WIIVLCLS amp pil 1OWC4SCS WF rss vee rz DOCIOW Automatic Dry UviCaium Ilca Hot White shirts blouses DE PRE S See 2 below Automatic Dry Medium er Work clothes Hot PermPress See 2 below Automatic Dry Medium Heat Plastic Set at START Air Fluff No Heat Quilted Items Follow Label Directions Swimsuits Follow Label Directions Sweaters man made fabrics Set at START Delicate Low Heat a Sheets m p Di S Set at Saas Delicate Low Heat yvasn YYVUUITCIDS Deli icate AR Work Clothes Hot See 1 below Timed Dry High Heat
12. away from the appliance The fabric may then be washed and K2R brands normally Damage to your appliance caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty TINTS AND DYES Follow package directions Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load Go Powdered such as NOTE Tinted garments may not be through complete cycle 5 min wash using hot water Rit and Tintex brands colorfast Wash separately 1 2 cup 120 ml detergent 1 cup 240 ml bleach Wipe exterior parts Caution Tinting may discolor plastic in wacher Cuhceqanent washines will reduce dicscalaratian V Lash serie DIS owija X we sess FY SSR SWS TOW CSSA Wi 2 6 EET AYW ES but may never eliminate it For more info on on sanitizers send for Government Bulletin 57B Sanitation in Home Laundering Write to Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 spnpoag Apung aao fee How to remove stains 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 Find the fabric and the finish in the guide on the next page and use only recommended methods e Check the care label instructions that came with the garment e Test stain removal product on a hidden inside seam or on a sample of the material Avoid use of hot water on unknown stain It can set some stains 3 Follow stain removal with a thorough
13. gai ments Use 1 4 to 1 2 cup liquid laundry detergent in SOAK 1 2 to 1 cup in Wash amp a pmt Oo re al gt pama poms ff b la cleus anaLata ma onal mansn A PE ERTER F Diea h nwan rri rane ean le INW 1I HUIC UI y JALACH UI pHi gt VLULTILALLIIE Da A VUC NaZalU iay I1C3ULIL OTE The Cycle Selector settings indicated here are to be used as a guide You may find that best results are obtained for some of your fabrics by OoN setting the Cycle Selector to either side of the recommended settings O E Energy saving tips Washer Drver If your clothes and household items don t look clean and fresh after washing you will probably re wash them and that means you ll waste energy Remember to sort your clothes carefully and load them properly select correct cycles use enough detergent and choose a water temperature warm enough to release and get rid of soil Use HOT wash 140 F 60 C on a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles such as work and play clothes e Under normal soil conditions wash in water above 80 F 27 C This generally means using the WARM wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approximately 95 F 35 C If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use HOT wash occasionally if safe for fabrics e Always rinse in COLD water The temperature of the rinse does not aff
14. ARNINGS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE EXPLOSION OR SERIOUS BODILY INJURY All items with volatile substances on them should be HAND washed thoroughly with a detergent so that no trace of volatile substance remains The articles can then be machine washed Only after thorough hand washing and machine washing should the article be placed in the dryer Do not use these substances around your washer and or dryer during PRE ed operauon Because cleaning fluids tend to ha tavin ha On rA UAN Aare n Aa wall UY WAIL UC DUIU YUU div ill a well ventilated room when using them No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitations and required cautions usually printed on label Use eytreme caution with flammable wL WALZ WEES LAWAD FY AGE BAUSLASASSAGGW SE compounds Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials waxes cleaning fluids etc be washed in washer Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death 16 See next page for m wee Stain Removal Guide For more complete information on Stain removal request government bulletin Removing Stains From Fabrics 054D To obtain a copy write to Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 Available at low cost Stain removal guide Save and refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions
15. Sg ae Producers Ja oo JI nO 00 Sess Sort by weight from N n Separate AEN INR i oL ja DU a ahi oa a Heavy Items a BR A such as 3 mo Jog eg towels 72 from LINT PRODUCERS such as terry toweling and chenille give up lint DIES ce LINT COLLECTORS such as ae man made fibers and napped fabrics eG Darks 5a 2 Light Items 22 like velveteen and corduroy attract cp ia ee suchas 35 lint and must be dried separately Bo aay yee Curtains oo For more information about lint om control see page 21 pS Mr 0 Sort by fabric are Bes a A It pays to check and pre treat Separate Be og SIOE WaStang a e Empty pockets brush out cuffs y gt Zip Zippers snap snaps hooks and Sort by soil buttons Or Ja Cottons amp oa an LINENS GG ee oa ad Owe woo from ESE Separate e Do any necessary mending rips hems tears Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain and remove stains Or JG e Lightly gg ao Soiled 99 20 Jaw no 00 For Stain Removal Guide see page 17 Turn Poly Knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage E Permanent aq SO Press amp So ret m i Yea Slends s5a Cra ww A IE wos suonnagsuy ayes weoduy Soaking a good way to UI 6 o D amp Me o es o 2 loosen deen soils and stains oa oly Knits ig BPE cn A thorough soaking with detergent eo ee 2 N or special soaking agent is
16. Y the load you want to dry e Improper ducting Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with Installation Instructions e Obstruction in exhaust ducting Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily If metal flexible ducting is used a s ee em m j ey ral DA Inntal safata N a m ppro rn Ta ctnlla 3 Instructions be sure it is not kinked and is installed according tO 1nStauation Blo own fuses or tripped circuit breakers Check household fuses or circuit breakers KAE dryers use two It is possible for one to be blown or tripped and the dryer A Ta i e a ay anes aol n rl aww z Improper sorting Do not mix heavy hard e Too many items in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads e Too few items in dryer If drying only one article add two more similar articles even if dry to insure proper tumbling e If your dryer is operating on a 208 volt circuit longer drying times can be expected SS PPP TSS E iS Susi SYS PAP SA SS Clothes wer ww AN EARW I YY they were put into the drver Ps OQ g gt Lf 2 n ively wet when aye YER MAKES e Temporary start up sound Dryer drum is mounted on four specially compounded THUMPING rubber wheels After extended storage and exposure to extreme temperatures a NOISE thumping noise may occur when dryer is fi
17. al in the delicate wash cycle Agitation will resume in l 2 minutes These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before washing clothes However if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water The spots will then be very visible They are not caused by the washer Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand If spots appear rub in undiluted liquid detergent let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using hottest water fabric can stand e Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent Check eae eS es an wew we constar BABALU A A A w AWE bAa peirris te 2A hem of T shirt or pillow case If they are white and center is yellow it contains bod oil Restore whiteness following procedures on Grayed Clothes page 20 e Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such as Clorox 2 brand Refer to garment manufacturers care instructions Restore color using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands follow package directions e Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots 1 Use extra detergent plus a non precipitating water softener dissolved in water before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach Tey ae ois ek wre Te 2 Have
18. another from Heavy go way to remove heavy soils embedded BG Vy oa PN iw a SO Soil 23 dirt and even some stains For detailed ze ea og information on how to soak in your Zoo sa washer see page 6 Delicates 2 i For information on soaking agents see page 15 i _ How to operate your clothes washer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons K read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance Load the washer properly e Add accurately measured detergent to empty tub See pages 11 theanniah 12 il UHYVUSH AJ Load clothes loosely Dry clothes level should be no higher than the top row of circular holes in the wash tub Do not put clothes on top of the agitator or wind them around it For best results mix large items with smali ones When washing a single heavy item such as a shag rug or bedspread add one or two other pieces to balance the load Large items should be no more than one half of the total load Here is a typical full load 2 double sheets 2 long sleeve 3 boxer shorts shirts 2 T chieta A stanAneA J ITSU t SLALIIGLU 2 pair trousers pillowcases To bieach the load measure liquid bleach according to directions on container After washer has filled and agitated for several minutes add diluted bleach to the wash water How to use powdered bleach fabric softeners and other laundry products is explained on page 15 e C
19. at rear of washer push panel back in place and replace screws and magnet assembly ae ee a e a5 on ai E vaa Ry If You Need Service To obtain service see s your warranty on the back page 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 ma m a m m Lia gt r m am Tm e a at a am ae am Cascs tnis will solve uie problem NEXT if you are still not pleased eeeam e nil ehan Adna WIIW ali uit details including your phone number to Manager Cana Ima s4VIGMIARws 9 we VLIOULL I General Electric aie Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chica on Tilin c ANKOR niCago tuINOlS OVOVD 26 If You Need Service Notes WHAT IS COVERED may not apply t To know wh Part No 141 558 Pub No 49 9525 8 87 mee oe ee eae ee ee Peet S Some states do not aliow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or c WADD AAITYV VALM LAINI T FULL ONEYEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of iginal purchase we wili provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part o
20. ate detergent if possible at Ps a Follow these steps e Use water conditioner such as Calgon brand k Use hottest water possible Pretreat stains e Use bleach where possible Use presoak aids Oray annearanra Balla pay appearance avil e Improper soaking with insufficient detergent Usually a 30 minute soak is onffinsant Ll anwawae whan naina artanda analo far a al OULLIVILLIIL TLUWLEVUL WII USL xtenaca SUGADS LU LIVaV il need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent Washing too long may result in increased soil redeposition Use shorter wash time for smaller loads Detergent dissolves too slowly It is important that detergent be present in the wash solution at the start of wash agitation To restore grayed clothes Most grayed clothes can be at least partially restored by the following procedure b Fill with HOT water Check manufacturers hang tags to determine if hot water is suitable for garment c Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate Use 21 2 times as much as you need for normal water softening d Do not add soap or detergent e Allow clothes to go through complete cycle f Repeat if necessary E La a Put clothes in washer g If you prefer to soak clothes use water softener in place of soak agent or pre wash oOo detergent and all
21. ave been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible ar exnlacive anaa VDWASSBAFEBIEREASAY UL WA prAvertvye substances such as gasoline degreasers drycleaning solvents kerosene etc which may give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water and do not use these substances around your appliance during operation ry Cova waan e Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or whic We 86 WAWELAAALSL VNR VW hil WA VV SLZEWIE contains flammable materials such as cleaning cloths mops towels used in beauty salons restaurants or barber shops etc must not be placed in or near the dryer until all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed There are many highly flammable awa w ws w Saa f ae a f BAAWBALALAAV items used in homes such as acetone denatured alcohol gasoline kerosene some household cleaners some spot removers turpentines waxes wax removers and products containing natrala otillatac A pru OCCUM GiStuiates Clean the dryer lint filter before each ioad to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room DO NOT OPERATE A CRD m VF ATAO r F F RM BAA GH SBS THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE e The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned periodically by a qualified individual e Kee
22. b we ree nm L a aA Aleve r Tan AMS AMAME BMA MM UMA h rI h L e Use oi incorrect wasn ana ary cyci cles Use permanent press wasn cycle wnicn provides a cool down rinse to minimize wrinkling Also use automatic dry cycle 2 tnt ETEA dium load medium level for s m Incorrect water level Use large level fo 1 la r me Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of detergent e Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents If a non phosphate detergent must be used avoid the use of a carbonate built detergent Failure to use fabric softener Proper use of fabric softener will minimize wrinkling To remove stubborn wrinkles 1 Retumble on automatic dry setting with small load 2 Rerinse and dry on automatic dry setting 3 If unsuccessful retumble on high heat for 10 12 minutes and hang immediately 5 Send to cleaners for pressing 6 Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed NOTE If you follow good laundry procedures and permanent press clothes still come out wrinkled the _ finish may not be good quality Also in permanent press synthetic cotton blends the cotton portion of the fabric can eventually wear away leaving only the synthetic Since the cotton has resin finish that imparts the memory a loss or decrease of permanent press performance will result 23 E MOSM ML OOOO ms 3 sd 2 lt Q AN es
23. ce which is connected to the hot water system This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or e Never reach into washer while it is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes push the cycie selector Knob in then wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid Pa ee oe Se Never reach into dry r while the drum is moving B efore loading unloadine or adding ee ree eae ee o WA aadal clothes wait until the drum has completely stopped f pr a7 193 A 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 s e h O Before discarding a washer or dryer or removing them from service remove the lid or door Keep all laundry aids such as hl h fah ft detergents bleaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children preferably in a locked cabinet Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to roug z PEA AIEAIN T SAFETY IN EA AT ENTA e Ton minimize the possibilty At slantenn chAAb sine Of GieciriC SHOCK unpiug this appliance from the power supply before attemptins anv maintenance wl
24. dered Detergents CL t A Should not be used in cool water g mt j Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water See page 12 Liquid Detergents Perform well in soft water May not perform as well as Ofer bese periommance in powdered phosphate products kard water than pow dered when diluted in wash water non phosphate types Cleans synthetics and fabric blends well Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissolve even in cold water Soaps Perform well in soft water Generally do not clean well in medium hard or hard water May combine with water hardness minerals to form sticky soap curd deog puesia shy Bunaeg Mog ee en me a os a EE n e Tae e a a TER ME h The re acrrltce nf a ail sui 1 Is your water hard If it is and if you use a carbonate type non phosphate detergent you will most probably notice limestone deposits on vour clothes and Uvr PV WUJIL JOM wiVLilw Onn washer surfaces The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up If your water is VERV HA RD V BwAN BD LIZA AAEN 6 j Ts 11 or more grains and if you wash just a few loads a week you may see limestone buildups in just a few months Effects on clothes Although limestone hinldn 11 aALiLiIwo
25. ect 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 e Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can tell you which are the off peak hours Sort clothes by weight so you won t have to run an extra cycle for one or two heavier slower drying items Do not overload dryer The drum should be no more than half full of wet articles For efficient drying clothes need to tumble freely Overloading prolongs drying time and produces uneven drying e Use Automatic Drying Cycle whenever possible to help prevent overdrying and save energy e To help prevent ironing remove garments immediately at end of drying cycle and place on hangers e Dry your clothes in consecutive loads Using a warm dryer will save energy e Clean lint filter each time you dry e Clean dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen drying time 10 Factors to consider in selecting detergents and soap Products Advantages Disadvantages o Perform well in hard or soft water Are not available in some areas Powdered Detergents Se wea Was A rgen amy Wash all types of fabrics well Can ha nead in hat warm nar Wail UU USTU 111 11 t WaLliil UL cold water Non Phocnhate L UEAn A aa on Pow
26. en tm oe saru a am sa ande Minutes tO iet all wadatcr drain OUL Some but not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled 5 Push in the timer knob dry the tub interior disconnect the electrical plug close the lid 6 Store the appliance in an upright position 7 Before reusing washer after storage run washer through a cycle to rinse out the antifreeze Washer e Lint filter The self cleaning lint filter needs no attention from you e Washbasket After each use leave the lid open to allow moisture to evaporate Clean thoroughly with nonabrasive household cleanser to remove deposit left by heavily soiled clothes Do not use harsh cleansers e Agitator Remove the agitator at regular intervals about 4 to 6 months and remove any lint that may have accumulated After removing the front access panel as shown at right unscrew the agitator aL L aady rwa w Y TILIV U ALULLLLI tO cap grasp the agitator with both hands and pull it up and out of the washbasket 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 pediatric oo vur Ow ye Whe BAA VTHASIY TEA WEE va to be dry apply a light coat of grease or petroleum jelly around the shaft before replacing the agitator Do not overgrease Excess crease mav coet into the clothes Inad amp wt we asauey amp AAAUNY FAW WAVE AWE When replacing the agitato
27. er by pulling WCE LEED VCULIUA UL A ULIYO AAAMILS pa straight out Wipe all accumulated See Controls Setting Guide on Perm Press Drying Tips lint from screen Occasionally wash filter using soap and warm caer ee e Do not overioad Garments water Rub lightly rinse and dry Turn Cycle Selector clockwise salar ie i dewrinkled should thoroughly This will help remove to desired cycle and select correct pe eee all fabric softener buildup drying time for load type e Remove clothes immediately Do not use dryer applied fabric Press Push to Start button To help prevent wrinkling remove softeners unless you follow these Opening door during operation Tom the dryer immediately at the lint cleaning instructions E Wages eck O AG end of the drying cycles SslUPs ULyel 10 Lermolalt UIUS aocor Do not operate dryer without lint and press Push to Start button again Place on hangers Permanent filter in place Press and Polyester Knit garments look best if placed on hangers after Close door Door must be closed End of cycle signal E drying before dryer will operate Pe ai Buzzer sounds Ori liy alert you when cycle is comple ad How Timed and Automatic Drvinge Differ J a 4744405 Automatic drying The Automatic OO Nn C SN PR pL eee Cee Pea ea DI y IESS CCICCLIUMS GUIUC TUF UIC AULUTIALIL UYU Dry Control system continually senses air temperature in dryer Set to a e For most normal loads drum Wet laundry keeps this air
28. f the Spacemaker laundry that fails because of aaa a aa P PEE E PERAR a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of Original nirchaca DEWIS YI PUIV aW we will provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the washer transmission that fails heraiica nf a mani ifactiringa Ew RTE WRAL WI GA TE IGAD PU ICAL FI ty defect You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges Or if you desire we will provide a completely pre we raw a WWE FETE hwet i reconditioned transmission You pay for the shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and service labor charges J ii lt Read y your ir Use and Care materiai If you then have any questions about operating the product piease contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toli free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 E aE E NO E ERE PEES EE ee A peel CONSUME IMO MaAUON Service e Improper installation If you have an installation problem ee E E R contact your dealer or instaiier You are responsible for providing cw WMI re Tw Fo Oe F we adequate electrical plumbing exhausting and other connecting facilities le YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC SPACEMAKER LAUNDRY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period This
29. g in a solution AF t VO Feat S bo Ta Af pama A re aa an on f wall OI LWO Lups Ul vinegar in O ne ganuon of hot tap water for 15 minutes USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent LN A tic ab me Ore CAU LIUOND e Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkle resistance mene ne mam am am m m CaL AA of per ManU piss fabr is e Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics LIMESTONE technically calied CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds imnortant thinos von can da to ewitch ta a law endeing dataraan sirip ai GAL t ULAS YUU Vaii uy wu O YY ILV LU a LU YY RES aetergent make sure your wash comes out brand and follow instructions on clean package Excess suds are not necessary to get clothes clean e e e Amount required varies and can hamper wash action according to Water hardness Amount of soil Size of load Type of detergent Wash temperature wha vara ws 864 USA W Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems Always meac ira datargant in a ctanndarda 1iINQOULY MEL BUit ill a Slalivida a measuring cup rn _ A Mh WN Use more detergent if L 7a amp hawa yvu HAYU o A SESS 1
30. gt ee ee bie BASWASSL YW SSUES Ww gt gt orcleaning except the removal and cleaning of the dryer lint filter _NOTE Pushing the washer cycle selector knob in or turning the dryer cycle selector to OFF does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply Do not tamper with controls Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged CULU Ul pilig Never climb on or stand on the haw m an anu ym aa dom amn washer or dryer top e Do not wash or dry fiberglass articles in your appliance Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that mav be i WAAAGMAAAALA Ma Liwi LADEAL aray Y picked up by clothing during subsequent use of the appliance To minimize the possibility of a fire hazard e Da nat nce heat ta dry art icles B W ALUL Ww MULU GEL LU way aan U containing rubber plastic or similar materials such as padded bras tennis shoes galoshes bath mats rugs bibs baby pants plastic bags etc as these materials may melt or burn Also some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances ALEVE wA CESBAAR WEA UY CASA EIEEZESY U1 produce fire by spontaneous combustion e Garments labeled Dry Away From Heat such as life jackets containing Kapok must not be put in your dryer fire hazard could result Do not wash or dn aride that h
31. hich vary from state to state at your legal rights are in your state consult your locale or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company ic needed concerning this warranty write jw FIGCeUSY VWwiivw rn SEC Ew Susan Ew eee E Euwe Manager Consumer Affairs General Electric Company Appliance Pa ark Louisville KY 40225 WSM2000H
32. lose lid Washer will fill and agitate but will not spin with lid open This washer has a Safety Lid Lock As a safety measure the lid haf we Bh o Aw 4 tata i h200HH IA LIY ALLA will be automatically locked during the spin portion of each cycle The lid will automatically unlock about 30 seconds after the end of the spin eucta Ta nnan lid during onin crpucle CYU IU UPMI HU UUl Als opi SION push Cycle Selector IN and wait for lid lock to release about 30 seconds before opening For your personal safety never reach into washer while parts are moving Always stop washer to load unload add forgotten items or additional laundry aids Set the controls See the Controls Setting Guide on pages 8 and 9 4 Select Washing Temperature Cala rince will he antnamati ilil U ally We WINS 1 AAD YY 1 M v GAULVLILIGALUVaL provided with all cycles lt es J z z ee etween 1 3 and 2 3 full m orar a e 11 LARGE Over 2 3 full of clothes Self cleaning lint filter The lint filter neede no attention from vou ZAALUWA LER LIV MALEK EA Aawaab J Lint collected during washing and rinsing of clothes is automatically flushed down the drain How to soak in the washer Set Washing Temperature control Add detergent or soak agent Turn Cycle Selector to desired cycle Start the washer After washer fills and begins to agitate push in the Cycle Selector to stop washer Allow to soak for as l
33. nd and have the skills to carry out To minimize the possibility of injury Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death e Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may give off vapors that could ignite or explode TELTET Gi ERB 4S cao o ea ta a e ws Do not add these substances to the wach water and da nat nce thece V GQJIAR VY GSGwWAG GSRAWUS UEU LEIV UJU CALI substances around your washer and dryer during operation e HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within WW WEAWEAEACCUSESL Ow vaU aa BS W44444 your water heater and the gas can accumulate in the water heater and or water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES So to prevent the possibility of damage _ or injury if you have not used hot n water for two weeks or more or _ move into a residence in which the appliance during this process the possibility of slipping NS continued next page gt hot water system may not have been used for some time turn on all hot water faucets and allow e them to run for several minutes before using any electrical applian
34. nt on opposite page Paint and Varnish Soften with oil lard or Vaseline then sponge with turpentine or Same as white and bleachable fabrics banana oil Launder in warm water Perspiration Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If color has changed you may be abie to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar If any stain remains treat with safe dry cleaning fluid or bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry Launder in warm water Rinse well Bleach L am A a akl with HVAC launder 17 sates ens MA A e R OR A A AS Questions Use This Problem Solve 2 ERO WAAR WA ene OR DRYER e Wie a ak anlag LUAN UN UNL LA iviang SULC COILL ull WON T START START button is p e Appliance unplugged Make sure e cord is is firmly plugged i into electrical outlet Eoo No power to appliance Check fuses and ae breakers to make sure appliances is 2 7 z lid and restart CLOTHES ARE Load may have been excessively out of balance Redistribute clothes and rerun through ABNORMALLY final spin WETAFTERSPIN APPLIANCE IS e Metallic clicks heard as timer advances during operation are normal ae e Uneven floor Make sure appliance is level and firm to floor e Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin and may cause i
35. o iors are Tast and fabric s washable 20 30 30 40 Frequent v washing lengthens life helps retain shape Remove non washable trim Close zippers fasten hooks Do not dry glass fiber in the dryer rirt If badly sun weakened even hand washing wiil cause tearing Be sure colors are fast and fabric is washable Remove hooks and non washable trim Use Warm Soak if heavily soiled Midpoint Use Warm Soak for pillowcases stained with hair oil Midpoint Pretreat collars and cuffs with liquid laundry detergent More Dry See Work Clothes instructions below 15 20 Some plastics will tear if machine washed Place small items in mesh bag for washing If shower curtains are _soap streaked add Calgon brand to wash water don t use detergent ORON Label Directions amp mnm rme a mn i f AnI am ha hand trumochka a it Ane ha Sbaemmahkar lay rh AS a Bearna e LUIC 11 WUU1 Cail VC lidillu wasnea it Call UU aol a detergent is preferred because it dissolves faster in a soak than a granulated detergent Pretreat woolens with liquid detergent Never use chlorine bleach 65 85 Pretreat heavily soiled areas by rubbing in liquid laundry detergent Let stand 30 to 60 minutes If clothes are Lane rele nmal mA WEL a aoe Canal E fenan nm el A malar nmal Mnl CS anbL Faw flawe Anat N p attend A Leea Sa Aa ltdvuy soiled USC vyvarin SO4K IOI Bivtasy alu VLLy SUH CUIU QUGA ivi 1VUL GUST Di000 Siainea
36. ong as desired After desired soak turn to the last Spin Pull out the Cycle Selector to complete the cycle water level PULL STAR of PUSH STOP Push Cycle Selector in and turn clockwise to your selected wash cycle Pull Cycle Selector out to start the cycle Note If you have selected the Perm _ Press or Regular cycle and wish to change cycle setting after washer has started push Cycle Selector in and wait for washer to stop Then reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time during the Perm Press or Regular cycle Delicate cycle PULL START USH STOP VA To get the full benefit of the Delicate Cycle always set it at the beginning of the cycle During wash the Delicate Cycle alternates between agitation and pauses to nrntnannt mntoa nin Adalin tLathac PIV UllILAale CIULICS A How to operate your dryer amp WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance Load the dryer properly i Load sorted clothes into dryer oa See page 5 ne ot fura N timed dry HIGH Con Cy tlk CRN ES TY we ee e Clean lint filter before each load f S S N automatic MEDIUM ff ee eee ae G Oe G ee ree LUV S A air fluff NO HEAT Grying temperature push to start dryer 2 re ee eee PEE Cat t Pa Dalwactar K nite amp Remove the lint filt
37. our clothes These are generally good washing practices and will give better soil removal whether or not you have hard water or use carbonate detergent e Use hotter wash water for example up to oi for cottons m al amt mA mene Tey art me This also improves Oily Sou removal Fi _ ete be sas anrnmlase wstear tn If you wash in cooler water t cava anaraqyu nea mare deteraeant ta oavyy Villvi gt USOV Liviw wilt UV y promote better washin sure to use bleach on bleachable fabrics Use hot water whenever possible e Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes e Increase amount of detergent See guide on opposite page for recommended detergent amounts in relation to water hardness m p an l aem e Increase use of bleaches presoaks packaged water conditioners prewash soil and stain removers to help in removing stubborn soils and stains e Use greater care in sorting loads Wash very dirty loads separately and increase detergent to help keep Airt fram redepositing on lace VIIA L ZEW IL VUV PU DILLEY i iWvoo separately to prevent damage e from heavy sturdy clothes e Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action of washer e Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness in clothes How to partially restore clothes amp Once clothes have developed i deposits they may be partially restored by soakin
38. ow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes P N PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY HEAVILY SOILED Pretreat with liquid detergent AREAS such as collars and cuffs LINT OR RESIDUE Incorrect sorting of clothes Separate lint producers such as terry towels and chenille ON CLOTHES with lint receivers such as man made fabrics velveteen corduroy Washing too long especially for smaller loads For normal soil use 1 minute per pound of dry clothes e Use of non phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals in water to form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint e Use phosphate detergent or liquid detergent use warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener e Undissolved granular detergent may leave powdery residue on fabrics which can be mistaken for lint a See page 13 for recommendations on how to add detergent to speed up complete dissolving b Usealiquidor special cold water detergent Lv J A J as Wa vewws 44 WIA Festi Www oa c Predissolve granular detergent in hot water or make sure detergent is dissolved completely in wash water before adding clothes d Make certain clothes have ample room to move in washer e Use a warmer wash water items in each load Make sure water level is correct for size of load e Too much bleach Over bleached items such as towels will shed excessive lint Use correct amoun
39. p area around and underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer s care instructions should be followed very carefully 4 Neoon POTI E Fo wee operation Do not leave washer lid up during cycle This will stop the spin action am anmu s a a ee a Vi ycr appiea fabric softeners or oh mts ctatin nnn al GLEN SUA conditioners Fd aeRO HR i You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them We recommend you use either a __ fabric softener in the wash cycle according to the manufacturer s instructions for those products or try a dryer added product for which the manufacturer gives written assurance on the package that their product can be safely used in your dryer Service or performance problems caused by the use of th se products are the responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered by the warranty of this appliance af a Lhe completion of the gele F B Washer Sort by surface texture Normally if you sort clothes correctly for washing you will have properly sorted drying loads Here s an additional suggestion for good dryer load make up Sort by color Separate Separate Lint ag a Lint
40. ply undiluted liquid Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Lipstick Mascara Liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal or Pancake Makeup Rouge Hint on opposite page Then launder in warm detergent water Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil sete OSOS O SE 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 Grass Foliage Flowers Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted liquid detergent Bleach remaining stain aam ey ee anra amm m aam s leanank a nm ow on Conmeen D nee me rn man _vshine na hlaanAhk either type Stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint with non chiorine Vital then launder Old mildew stains can seldom be removed Scorch can seldom be removed on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Mildew Scorch while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If 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 t to Stain Removal Hi
41. r carefully lower it straight down onto the agitator support block and replace the cap securely Dryer If your dryer is exhausted to the outside inspect and clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year How to reduce the possibility of a fire hazard if your dryer is not exhausted to the outside A clothes dryer produces combustible lint When the dryer is not exhausted to the outside this lint is more apt to accumulate in and near the dryer which could create a fire hazard 25 l accumulated Wipe or vacuum being e Clean the lint filter before every load See page 7 e Inspect the area behind the front access panel at least once a year and clean out any lint that may have t yrr careful not to disturb any electrical or mechanical connections How to remove the front access panel between the washer and dryer Magnet assembly A YI tl See mets ey Tayo a Take out 2 screws holding the magnet assembly and remove the magnet assembly Than tol a a Wat tat m an i nen take out 2 SCTCWS at tOp corners of access panel and lift access panel up until tabs at bottom of panel slip out of slots at rear of washer L lt ar JEN The washer lid can now be opened enough to allow you to remove the agitator and the dryer exhaust ducting is accessible for inspection ae a a ee aai 110 a and cleaning To replace the front access panel fit tabs on panel into slots
42. r stays e Roughness or burrs on agitator due Examine agitator for roughness or burr ERES incurred by heavy belt buckles and smooth by if necessary e May be usine wrong c cycle for delicate ST al biia j w aap Waw AW manufactur er s care instructions e Garments we eakenead hy amino or hvy cunoratmoacnhere Thig ican inevitahle nroncecc S CEL BARS SLD wi the Livu VJ ka ia 416 Wa VJ Wess WA Seuss op awi w A ARAJ Ai E444 ALE YILU ies UT Tr ee Te a 4 washing Check to tr PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WRINKLING IN Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Immediately after dryer stops PERMANENT PRESS tumbling remove clothes and place them on hangers oo e Too many items in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads e Too few items in dryer If drying only one article add two or more similar articles even if dry to insure proper tumbling e Improper loads Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items such as work clothes with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or blouses Also do not was or dry permanent press items with regular laundry ame miet hava ranm tn mava frealy Da a Willy m AMO LGAVY LUWVI UY LIOV Ly 1 VLU loads should always be smaller than loads no more than medium loads a TRA mamy ittama in wacha Tt UU ALidaily AWALLD il wasner i ry Tlew nf oon m ra aman ra ra
43. rinsing uty 4 Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent Stain removal hint Using chlorine bleach for white and bleachable fabric Heit te Mix 1 4 cup 60 ml aia bleach with one gallon 3 8 liter of Siew T awas Wasa Gomes q a savws j ws cool water approximately 80 F 27 C in a sink or pan Soak stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer The Case of the Invisible Stain Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments may cause stains which are virtually invisible and which you may not notice as you put your clothes into the washer 7e w menawi S440 C48 VT SOV Sew 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 tonn we os oo Re wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these A fter You Wash n Important Cautions e NEVER PUT HIGHLY VOLATILE SUBSTANCES LIKE GASOLINE KEROSENE OR NAPTHA INTO A ree Ole WASHER OR DRYER NEVER PUT WASHABLE ARTICLES THAT HAVE GASOLINE KEROSENE NAPTHA OR OTHER HICHI Y VOI ATT FE BR SABA KA WAL NVA AAAVEN AABWISZAAS AL VASE AI LE SUBSTANCES ON THEM IN A WASHER OR DRYER FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE W
44. rst started This will soon disappear If you need more help call toll free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS e Wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth Occasionally wash it with mild soap and water and then apply d light coat of appliance polish to help preserve the finish nA e Keep the area around and underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc e Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce tha FALAANCH shail F aliene EFA uit possibility Oi SUPPHIS e For long vacations be sure water supply 1 iS shut off at faucets Drain all water from hoses if the appliance will be exposed to freezing weather e Winterizing instructions The washer cannot be operated in freezing temperatures Before you store the appliance remove water from all parts of the washer l Turn off water supply faucets The front access panel between washer and dryer may have to be removed See procedure at right Disconnect hoses from faucets and drain aS SA LEA 2 Add 1 gallon of non toxic RV antifreeze available from the hardware or recreational vehicle store to the washer tub 3 Push the timer knob in turn the knob to the right to SPIN and pull the knob out 4 Let the washer spin for 1 or 2 wus Een stan n Tans al ee r
45. 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 449 COesty Ceeeanr 0 to 3 grains per gallon SOFT 4 to 10 grains HARD 11 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 ahant hard umter Tf unn hava Gil GUVUL NGI WAWI L1 YUU Mave 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 amtar sth ath ar water Wit Ciuci 1 An installed water softener in your home or 2 The use of a packaged water softener For information on water softeners see chart below Add this much water softener with a full water level Grains of 0 10 10 15 hardness When using 0 cup as PN pe rae cece ae eee Wil CICI EEn When using with soap 0m 60m A80m 240m G60m 15 20 20 25 25 30 over 30 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains 4 rw em i we ore 1 2 cu WMP Pees 2 MUO yV LU 1 gt n up cup A P above 30 240 ml plus 15 ml for each LLU Mi Oou mi lt u mi extra 5 grains 1 cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains nla mern 2 2D onl bhan 1E mal fre nnn avuve JV JVV INI pis iJ ILI IUI Catuli extra 5 grains
46. t of bleach according to package directions e Not enough detergent Enough detergent must be used to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle Increase amount of detergent used Amount is determined by water hardness size of load degree of soil and amount of water See page 13 e Incorrect use of fabric softener If used in wash cycle many softeners may react with detergent to create a white deposit Use fabric softeners only in rinse cycle unless package specifies adding to wash cycle 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 softener in rinse cycle To correct All of the above causes of residue except pilling can usually be removed from garments through use gt of correct laundry procedures i mc a a ps i R n SPSS m A a a e R anna AAA entre epee aea apa ie EI e Overloading of washer will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint Wash fewer continued next page Se secre T T T T T a D pava The Problem Solver continued this type g anar has occurred Pins inse on garments o or r sharp objects lefti in in pockets Remove all all pins check Ss kets of all garments before putting in i washers Alsoc check washer to see eif o gt There is is no O oligiono once i Sa hooks n a belt Itbuckles z zippers
47. t to move from its oan nal position In extreme cases usually occurs when washing a single heavy item small load when water level is set higher than necessary the spin basket aa erik 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 WATER DOES NOT e Faucets turned off Make sure faucets are on and adjusted correctly ENTER OR ENTERS SLOWLY e Hoses kinked Check and correct e Clogged screen in water valve Unscrew fill hose from washer and clean screen if necessary When reassembling make hand tight plus 1 3 turn with pliers 18 e Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets hot to hot cold to cold WATER TEMPERATURE INCORRECT WASHER PAUSES IN CYCLE GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON ww ALESIS VL Y LAUNDERED GARMENTS YELLOWED CLOTHES POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY e Faucets not adjusted to give desired temperature Readjust them e Household water heater not set to deliver correct temperature 140 to 150 F 60 to 66 C Reset it e Water valve screens may be stopped up Remove inlet hoses from water valve Clean the screens and reinstall the hoses e Make sure selector controls are properly set e Washer normally pauses about 1 2 minute in progressing from one portion of its cycle to the next Alternate pauses in the agitation are norm
48. tU Liv U ANL 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 reo of fabrics WTA SUSU A Sw vs e Causes g rayin wee SS ee oe ee a7 SEPA pe eee I 6 Reduces WTINKIe resistan ceo permanent press fabrics o Destroys effectiveness of flame ratardant finichac an ICLALUAILIL IILIISKIICOS OII as children s sleepwe tow wasan ura wes w iva a vy e Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between 211ga act AVII U wL FY wwii limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation Effects on washer Unsightly buildup o dt Mnieteteieatiens vd surfaces exposed to the wa sh solution e Mat like crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits e Increased service calls because of limestone deposits in the pump recirculation water hoses filters and other washer parts Reduced useful life of washer Recommended methods to reduce limestone buildups e Inctall a hama watar enftaner SOCK GA VILLI WALL SULWIIVI This will significantly reduce limestone buildup e 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 y
49. ver on pages 18 through 24 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 inside of the door or the rating plate on top of the dryer These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your appliance Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your appliance All washing and drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission January 1984 t FOR YOUR SAFETY Don t turn electric switches onorofi because Paparo may Ignite the gas Ao ee A jes FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of thie nr anv athar ws elsi Wt wy e appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance WARNIN G To reduce the risk of fir Ciecrr ic shock Or inji ury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions a a4 ws wen ae r ee ae ee AG you did not re ceive an n Installation Instructions sheet with your appliance you can obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you Properly ground to conform
50. warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any pon succeeding owner for products pu irchased for ordinary home use Sure BE BES sae Fy FUE E in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the Sa et ot a t h Af _ 6 warranty is the same excepi tnat it iS LIMITED because you must pay to ship T e F ee er es Se ee aos r ew wre the product to the Service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home Aii warranty service wiii be provided by our Factory Service Centers or wast VAV LUI ww VI SZ WI II WI by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of voir talanhnne diractnry far yuu twiw ji ENFI EWV Wail Whi J INI GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY re pa Sh mm B SE Snes e SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or Siw EF VHTIWE EFJ ST ET Abed IV IZ VW GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE m m ae oe m m eek ae Le l a r E ee coe ecnent au house fuses or resetting of circ e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially e Mama WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES amannac an tha mbam sm fimm idadi a a as w A consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion o you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights w
51. with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Inctructinne BLADUGEIGUIUAL BEAOUL ULC LAUD Locate where the temperature is ahova SAW 10 C far auuye ov K UU ej IUL satisfactory operation of the control system Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload _ Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED _ to prevent large amounts of _ moisture and lint from being blown into the room Carefully follow the details in the Installation Instructions If your appliance is not vented to the outside see gt special instructions on page 25 oe th e Turn off water faucets when the _ washer i is not in use to relieve pressure c on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture _ When disconnecting this appli ance pull by the plug rather than ihe cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of cord and plug Make sure that the cord is located SO that it will UOL be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress tU AEMILIA w UIE WEL wJ Do not repair or replace any a a a oe Aa I tne appliance or attempt ny servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care 2 amp 4 LEB WAE Book or in published user repair instructions that you understa
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