GE MA5800G User's Manual
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1. White or colorfast liquid chlorine type You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spots Rinse diapers nightgowns pads and sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold ma water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand a You may prefer to ise a mild type and knit garments by hand o Mini Basket tub See page 8 Oniy non chiorine bieach when needed Fill washer add detergent allow to dissolve before a YY Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent On electric blanket sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage Do one blanket at a time Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent Vacuum out loose dirt before washing Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time Shake before washing to remove excess dirt No bleach For new indigo blue jeans wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water fill Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases May discolor plastic washer parts Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations but will probably never eliminate it The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads aes No bleach Tumble on FLUFF No Heat No bleach Pillows are made of different materials dacron fiber foam polyester natural feathers and down Many piliows can be machine washed but ma2. fe BER E E E EE EE Dd moye Licecly Select correct water iever Pretreat with liquid detergent R Make sure cord is plugged into outlet Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on Make sure controls are set and cycle selector Tena wer eee S og e Make sure lid is closed Washer will fill but will no t spin r agitate with lid open e Check house fuses or circuit breakers If another es 1S suang the electrical outlet remove it Washer should have separate outlet Mihana Pra LIREI lem Solver continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WATER Make sure temperature selector switches are correctly set J Sonar e Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets j hot to hot cold to cold Water valve screens may be stopped up Remove ice E hoses from water valve Clean the screens and reinstall hoses a regulated correctly e Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140 to 150 F WATER WONT q Make sure drain hose is not kinked DR ATN A F AZUL LELA far Top of drain outlet should be jess than 8 ft above floor 6 Make sure e hose connections are tight at faucets Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted i in and secured to drain facility WASHER IS NOISY e Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foo
3. E secuewarsetTen awnuecla Stain removal guid Stain White and Bieachable Fabrics 7 See Control Setting Guide Bleach on Page 7 Other Washable Fabrics Adhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Use dull tool to Same as white and bleachabie fabrics pares gt Chewing Gum etc carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible Sponge a with a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder Se ee Antiperspirants Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics Deodorants according io Stain Removai Hint on opposite page if color has except use non chlorine bleach seen ee changed you may be able to restore it by sponging with En ak aie oh ammonia Rinse thoroughly 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 Soak in cold water Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder in warm water Soak in cold water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry Chocolate Cream Ice Cream and Miik Sponge with warm water If stain remains Coffee and Tea Without cream Rleach a according to Stain Removal H Hint on opposite page Launder With cream
4. Selector knob to complete the cycle o Do not use the Mini Basket tub with the Soak setting Types OF iads which can be washed in the a Are Mini Basket tub e Smali loads of regular ZTE BWOAL BW STH YS hea ic aca awn up to 2 pounds a Dali ants lanando manh na hnanawna nant oad woiiCatc IWaUS SULIT das sUIReL i patty hose girdles blouses sweaters saw w g DIONSES merw a g socks shirts baby clothes and other small delicate hand washables Stuffed toys we e Tennis shoes Some special instructions to remember when you use the Mini Basket tub e Do not wash clothes in the regular basket when using the Mini Basket tub e Do not use the Mini Basket tub with the Soak setting When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling the use of a net jaundry bag is recommended Here s how to use the Mini Basket 1 tub e Remove Filter Flo pan Place Mini Basket tub on agitator Pull the agitator toward the front of the machine for easier installation and ramaval af Mini SAROUCREACAUCAVJAL CARINE PDULZDUVGL UR LVARALD Basket tub Load clothes in Mini Basket tub See page 9 for sorting help After loading clothes in the Mini Basket tub be sure to replace the Filter Flo pan The pan serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Mini poy pene ey k Basket tub e Put 1 4 to 1 3
5. a sufficient amount of If the recommended amount of How to use detergent granular detergent is one of the most important detergent produces too many suds or powdered things you can do to make sure your switch to a low sudsing detergent wash comes out clean brand and follow instructions on Place deter gent in the filter pan for Dackao normal conditions but for best o Amount required varies aie _ results put it next to the agitator a after the clothes have been loaded mee If your detergent doesn t dissoive well predissolve the detergent in hot water then pour directly into according to 1 Water hardness 2 Amount of soil 3 Size of load 4 Type of detergent the wash basket a 5 Wash temperature s Use more detergent if y you have Za 1 Hard water 2 Large loads 3 Greasy or oily soils 4 Lower wash temperature Always measure detergent i ina 5 Low phosphate detergent standard measuring cup Using too little detergent is a ecammon cause of laundrv nroblems WWTWAASAAAWAL W Ua ue wW ieta See a awe J ee ee Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load Water Level Setting 1 Use recommended amount of Water i detergent for your load and water Hardness Large Medium Small Mini Basket hardness as shown in chart VERY Ree 5 HARD 2 cups 1 cups 1 cups cup 2 When using other detergent a me ee eee phosphat suds ens 3 Et 3 iquids non pl Os ae owders Apo
6. and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture e When disconnectine this awh SPR Oe Ws AeA og ae Tran am appliance pull by the plug rather than the cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of cord and plug Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress 2 Do not repair or replace any part of the e appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Book or in published user repair instructions that you understand and nave the skills to carry out Bh Ya Bee WY Read ali instructions before using this appliance eee EASES A EN QPL SEM Erg HSE SA STEUER Sen SIE Sta SER RAT Oe ER AE Eee ew ea nee amen RE eR To minimize the possibility of Injury a Tran wrt aa ak nll hi h i h p70 noi Mix CmiOrime dibaca With mmonia or acids such as vinegar 3 k ae gt z tA ne 2 produce a a toxic cga s which may cause death a TH aad u pe PA ee pan er Sey A EO VOL WdSil UI UL LLICIOS that have been cleaned in washed t b 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 Do not add these substances to the wash water Do not use these substances around your washer and or dryer during operation e HYDRO
7. service trip to your home and service labor charges Or if GALEN Wh YTA www w 3 you desire we will provide a completely reconditioned transmission You pay for ine shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and service labor charges T e Service trips to your home to A am am am L kan m mm al e teach you now to use tne proauct Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at in ie address below or call toll free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service e Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsibie for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company if further help is needed concerning this warranty write Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion Manager Consumer Affairs General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER Thi
8. soaking with insufficient deter gent Usuaily a 30 minute soak is sufficient Adda non precipitating type of water softener siich j as Capai with phosphate 2 If you prefer to use the Soak Setting see page 8 Use thie Pa isolani in place of BLUE OR GRAY Improper use of fabric softener N ever pour fabric a directly on clothes always COLOR STAINS dilute before adding to rinse water See page 15 To remove stains dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent Re wash using chiorine bleach if safe for fabric SHRINKAGE Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand others may be safely GENERAL washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions exactly If in doubt do not machine wash or dry X ROBLEM 8 o Relaxation shrinkage c can occur in 1 knit fabrics that have been See stretched and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garment may be pressed back SHRINKAGE KNITS aa PRENET ne m d o a aur rank a mA A aur minta into Suape Aller each wash and Gi J GYV pany h am aa pa eer rme cee m a eem thant Lh narra han is graduaily removed by laundering May be noticed in older garments inat nave ocen washed many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above fei ke MS a poe Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat
9. the back page of this book WET n9 nn wee ces as we re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reascn 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 wwe ee OA NEAT if you are Still not pieased write all the detaiis including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations General Electric Company 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 E a WHAT IS NOT COVERED t No 113D5497P013 No 49 9540 ee 5S n i aumaga gy Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period YOUR GENERAL ee RIC lage CLOTHES WASHER ULL ONE or one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any pari of the washer that faiis because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the transmission that fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the
10. the wash solution at the Start of agitation See page 13 i determine i if hot water is suitable for garment use 214 times as much as yout need for normal water ee Do not use detergent Or soap E e Allow clothes to go through complet le o Repeat if necessary at soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes 3 Use the Mini Basket tub see page 8 Increase detergent 9 Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of iifiicient nt detergent Check a In AET nhie sllaxs nada TH has andere tered iA RAA aia 4a A u at AANtaA aha r ncm WIE i Snirt or pillow vads a gt iw GLY WUW ana Corner AS yellow it CONS body oil Restor whiteness aa procedures o on mory Clothes above eee ge aia Lawns ah oe mtas Po x AL pees Fy Pe ee a r ater before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach 2 Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed i in your r home tor remove iron and manganese from water n ee 3 Run hot water for a fi minutes to clean i iron nrresidue buildup i in lines drain water heater occasionally o T 4 To remove spots spread stained portion o over Fpan of f boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through stain To remove overall yellow use a commercially available rust scale remover following package instructions If ee damage can occur do not use in the washer use a Plastic container o Impr oper
11. wrapped around the agitator Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are apt to pack down which encourages overloading This size 1 A load requires a full water fill What is the best size load of clothes iarge medium Or small Save time energy and detergent by avoiding extra use of the washer Try to wash a full load of clothes If you can it is better to save clothes until you have a full load If you must wash smaller tana t a loads save water energy and detergent by adjusting the water level for the size of the load See page 4 10 Special recommendations for washing permanent press if you do not have a aryer If you are machine washing Permanent Press clothes that you plan to line d dry or drip dry use extra care to mne wrinkling in the wash process e Be careful not to overload washer Permanent Press clothes must have ample room to move freely A Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that should ular load Use a Medium Water veel for a Smali Load a Large Water Level for a Medium Load Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately more water than you would To add items after the washer has started Turn off the washer Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan e Add any additional articles by submerging next to the agitator Replace the Filter Flo pan and ae ee ber ah ae wnnha CSlaIt the Wasnecr NOTE Do n
12. 3 For hard water treatment see Low Sudsin jage 14 Cenentrses Grains lep cup cup cup va owder Type 7 LIQUID 0 10 FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS Grains Hard water do you have Before you can decide what to do about hard water you need to know if you have it and if so how hard t t If your water is SOFT you have no problem You can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget it is all about hard water If you have HARD water less than 10 grains and you use phosphate detergent you also have no problem If you live in a municipal area contact your water company e If you live in a rural area or in some suburban areas contact your But if you have more than 10 orains you will need to soften y county agent grains you v water with either ur The answer will be you have so many grains per galion and 1 An installed water softener in ean hice your home or 0 to 3 grains per gallon SOPT 2 The use of a packaged water 5 i softener 4 to 10 grains HARD li to 19 grains VERY HARD 20 grains and over EXTREMELY HARD Kd e For information on water LUE LERLIOU softeners see chart below Add this much water softener with a full water level Sr a a ee fs ee Ci re en ee ee all Grains of hardness When using 4 cnp 1 cup 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above with detergent 120 ml 240 ml 30 240 mi plus 15 m
13. Follow chart directions for apply warm glycerine let stand 30 minutes cream and rinse well or sponge with a safe dry cleaning fiuid Launder Cosmetics Eye Shadow Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Lipstick Mascara Liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Then launder in warm detergent water or Pancake Make up Rouge Hint on opposite page Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining aa Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Wine Vegetables or Food Removal Hint on opposite page launder stain with non chiorime bleach coxa T T t s Coloring w ok conc eel Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If liquid detergent Bleach remaining stain either type stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint with non chlorine bleach then launder on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Old mildew stains can seldom be removed Gearch ran caldam he removed RIF WWAWAA WALI OW EUAVAEA UPD AWAAAL TWh Grass Foliage Flowers Mildew Scorch Same as white and bleachable fabrics Pe l except launder using non ch
14. GEN GAS is produced huy the chemiral action within your water heater and the gas can accumulate in the water heater and or water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer HY DROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES So to prevent t the possibility of damage or ow tan L naera sa mA snar hat inj ury i it you Have Ot USCU HOL watar fae tun waaka n WALL IUL LWU Wee nos U fay move into arecdenc WV SLED CE BUSES ARW AAA hot water system may not have been used for some time turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system ana at This will ailow any hydrogen gas to SCape Of Course since the gas iS flammable do not smoke or use an ratata n filar a dy UPCI name OF appliance Gur ing ihis e Never reach into washer while it is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes push in the Cycle COVEY NED wm mnada m a E eh wok CREEN Selector knob to STOF positon UCTIONS ESS Sah AEG E A e ME RES ee SEE ie Bt ES ad ta ate SE roa La then wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid e Close supervision is necessarv L hee veer Daa ry if this appliance i 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 applian
15. LMDOriamt salety ins ach rn ED OE INST AA ENIA ALN LIA AANA pa ROES continued e The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer s care instructions ree ee should DE followed very caretully e Never climb on or stand on the washer top For washer operation a Tin ant tana wins cha 4 A ett FI noe LVGAY YY YV OQOLEWL AEU Mi during cycle This will stop the wash and spin action and prevent completion of the cycle ARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this en Automatic Washer with Mini Wash Sorting a nd Loading a Oaret AlLAth Fall e Sort clothes carefully by fabric type weight color and amount of soil according to instructions on page 9 e Remove Filter Flo pan and Mini Basket tub The underside of the lid is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes Do not use Mini Basket tub when washing regular loads You ll find comps details on how and when to ni Racket tub on nage amp SEAMS Mi ALL AFLAAI e Vasiy WAS rror nee tha aJ h o ad clothes into the wash pay tegen a e ate oe am mh bm mw versal enn ani L being careful not to overload Clothes should be below the retaining ring See page 10 for more loading informe ation os i pane mag nia ra
16. NT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES STAINS ON GREASY OR OILY LAUNDERED GARMENTS o eer 2 MEE S E E Ar Questions n hon BD Ball Use This Problem Solver POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY e Incorrect sorting of clothes Separate lint producers such as terry toweis a id C from lint receivers such as man made fabrics velveteen corduroy e Washing too long especially for smaller loads For normai soii wash one minute per pound of dry clothes e Use of non phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to forma precipitate which can be mistaken for lint Use a phosphate or liquid detergent use warmer wash water or soften water with an in stalled mechanical softener or a nacka ged Y water softener Powdery residue irom gr anular deter gent may appear to obe lint Predissolve granu lar detergent in hot water before adding to washer make sure detergent is completely dissolved before adding clothes switch to liquid or cold water eecreene or use warmer wash water See page 13 Overloading will cause abrasion which creates s excessive lint Wash fewer a with ect amount f blea h E Ta in ng to package directions a BA Tranny w m am e Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during w wash cycle Increase amount of deter geni Seep page 3 os A F e Incorrect use of fabric softener Ifused in Cr cycle aiee may react with detergent t tO create a white de
17. Reduces static electricity 3 Use carefully Too much may cause staining o some clothes 4 Do not pour directly c on clothes 5 For those recommended for adding to the wash icyc such as Rain Barrel brand follow manufacturer s instructions exactly la iv Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses WATER SOFTENER Non precipitating Follow package directions such as Calgon brand Add at start of wash cycle Precipitating such as Foliow package directions Borax brand SB Se a ee SOAK AGENT Follow package directions Such as Biz brand PRETREATING Foliow package directions Treat only STAIN AND SPOT heavily soiled areas Check garments REMOVERS care labels for instructions Such as Spray n Wash and K2R brands TINTS AND DYES Powdered such as Rit and Tintex brands Follow package directions NOTE Tinted garments may not be color fast Wash separaieiy but may never eliminate it Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle CAU LIVIN YYADLIICI LULILLUE paulo AUU LEOMUYS Lay UN Suspends hardness minerals in solution keeping water clear F menn ba t aa sth tar hard 3 rm Combines with water hardness minerals to form preci which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water MATITION Wanhan nantenl nanalo and Finichaa may ha damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have dir
18. Si y J A TIL 7 a bik W nen washing drying OF ironing temper atures exceed the temperatures used 8 Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics n shane cet chrinkase mav occur This cannot be corrected but it can be prevented y i ae a a 7 Loe BP ger Fg eats 7 o ae it MATOT REREEAATL OO SOA VEEE DEVE EEEE SDN PS ERI E DPA eas af y a k z Tey to RAGS w e TAAS SARE v RARU AW BARI wasanane ee a Ge ae eee gt x J nas a washing i in cool or warm water drying on Low or Pecat heat WRINKLING IN so Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang c othes immediately ca mn fe P ERMANE EN T F RE D se AND NO IRON 8 Too many clothes i in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads ITEMS i ase i Si 8 Improper loads Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work a h clothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or r blouses Do Hot wash ep Permanent Press with regular laundry ae ee ar Tai a oe Too many clothes i in washer Permanent Press loads should always be smaller that n Tegular loads ano more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely ee 3 zo Incorrect wash and dry cycles Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides a ees cooldown t rinse to minimize a Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle DAWIE ENE wae eS e e a ee 2 i
19. T STS NL a TT It pays to check and prepare alathac far wa clothes for washing e Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers snap snaps hooks and buttons hems tears Check ali items for areas of heavy soil or stain e Remove stains For STAIN REMOVAL CHART SEE PAGE 17 Turn Poly Knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage 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 AWW NF A D stains Qaaling nan ha ni Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or a prelim inary step to a complete wash cycle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see page 8 FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS SEE PAGE I5 o Pre treat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered Adata ant n ra Bar h detergent or soap For best results wait 1 2 hour before washing e Load clothes dry AGA clothes and drop them loosely i in the wash basket in this order e Take a a properly s sorted group of Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the agitator ee Handkerchiefs This illustration with clothes just reaching the Clothes Retaining Ring shows a proper ioad Ciothes have ample room to move because they are not packed down nor
20. Using Chlorine Bleach for See next page for WHR 8a eas W Qing mee marak Kinain BUU Yy nite ang pleachaple ranr rics OLAR Removal NFEE Am AO ae oS AS ee For more compiete 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 Mix 1 4 cup 60 mi chiorine bleach with one gallon 3 8 liter of coal water approximately 8 8O F RALAAWM 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 T mnlatal impie Wwiy he oilv spots A WERA Y Wit JLA VALS vesian g vaa wanj may pick up dirt from the wash water Then they will become very visible and you may think they were caused by the wash cycie itself Once these spots become visible how can you remove them e Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes e Re wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these A fter You Wash stains e Increase the amount of detergent normally used e Increase water temperature where fabric will permit e Wash synthetic garments more often 16 iN 4
21. WASIO A PN PSY oan ae Setting the controls p4 Use and Care of aoe model Enerev saving tips p5 ee a Oe 2 5 WWA5800G Stain removal po 4 Questions oe ae C on BSST EA mients Safety instructions 3 4 How to onerafe vour AAN YF kr pees g et ee me r J Me WASHED eoori ah Hossam ees 4 5 Energy saving tips 5 Controls setting guide for different fabrics and ioads 0 How to use soak SEUNG earn E ae ae 8 How to use the o Mini Basket tub T8 How to sort the clothes 9 It pays to check and Aro _trant 9 l y1 wr Lawl gt o o a sas a 8 ee ee ce ee rw How to load your washer 10 What is the best size load oe Of clothes ssh dee dawes 10 Factors to consider in selection of detergents and soap IE ee il The results of continued use of carbonate detergents TEE TE 12 How much detergent or soap should you use 13 How to use detergent Ol SOap oe ara a EREE B Hard water do you have b sce beeen eea 14 Other laundry products 15 How to remove stains 16 17 The Problem Solver 18 22 User maintenance WPSITUCHORS o cian aoe 23 If you need service 23 Warranty 4 Back Cover Help us lhalm usag BEGER Ai TF UA o 6 o Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new washer properly Keep it handy for answers to your ques
22. als to form sticky soap curd ee May combine with water The results of continued use of carbonate detergen 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 your clothes and washer surfaces The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build FAIKYACT FFA up if your water is VERY HARD 11 or more grains and if you wash just a few loads a week you may see limestone buildups in just a few months Effects on clothes Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on cotton it will eventually affect various fabrics in the following ways a ols ts e Gives a stiff harsh rough feel to fabrics such as toweling m fnna narn nnlanan tn fada an CaAuUDTS CULUILS LU Idu al dull and dingy L CL inn 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 Reduces wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics s Destroys effectiveness of flame retardant finishes on cottons such as children s sicepwear e Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation Effects on washer e Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution
23. ces and shipping or packing materials properly Before discarding a washer or r removing m anea ama n ian am omn aeaa Daie a aa wwe wal saan from Service TCLLOVe the Wadsliti lid e Keep ali laundry aids such as detergents bleaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children preferably inalocked cabinet Observe ali warnings on container labeis to avoid personal injury Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals eic Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping e To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning except the removaland cleaning of the lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector kneb to an OFF position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the s power supply ae e Do not tamper with controls a Ma anarnta thin anni as vu Ypa TILLOD ayia 48 mm N AU if iti pease malfunctioning 5 partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug lae Vi jah o Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use O ARTE AY Es i waste en vat A catentear LET
24. cup 60 to 80 ml detergent in Filter Flo pan e Close lid and set controls as follows Set Water Level to MINI BASKET position Po a a Water Level LARGE on ae Ne BASKET Select desired Wash Rin Temperature and Cycle See page 4 Pull out Cycle Selector knob to start washer Good sorting means better washing Sort by soil oO i int IEE Fl LINT PRODUCERS Such as terry toweling and chenille give up lint LINT COLLECTORS such as man made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy attract lint These must be washed separately For more information on lint control see page 18 Sort by fabric __ Senarate gt ba padi ate SCDOT OD 1 E j l rom Perm Press B Cottons amp E Blends from daan Synthetics amp g po Knits J In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection it is recommended that as fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever sa possible Lightly Soiled B Medium Soil i eae g Heavy Soil J Sort by color Separate from Noen Colorfast g FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON DIFFERENT FABRICS AND A BARBARA i A RAP BDA YMA 4 TS LOADS SEE PAGES 6 and 7 E iar RH Po i vS nm be Fa sees a seer nc aN mer pS RP RSs puma eshaGwrsmmscel espn ibiagi OS A EEEE AAA a A TT TS S
25. 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 builduns e Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area e instaii a home water softener 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 your clothes Tha i nese are generall y good practices and will give better soil removal whether or not you have hard water or use carbonate detergent achin wWasming e Use hotter wash water for example up to 150 F for cottons This also improves oily soil removal e If you wash in cooler water to save energy use more detergent to promote better washing Also be sure to use bleach on bleachable fabrics Use hot water whenever possible e Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes Increase amount of detergent See chart on opposite page for eee nae atarnant ate nto dad A TECOMMENGEG ULL Vill aino RLS in r
26. ect contact with the washer Apply these pretreatment products away from washer The fabric may then be washed normally Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load Go through complete cycle 5 minute wash using hot water 1 2 cup 120 mi detergent 1 cup 240 mi bleach Wipe exterior parts Caution Tinting may discolor plastic in washer Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration For more information on sanitizers send for Government Bulletin 57B Sanitation in Home Laundering available from the Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 EE oun Em rarr cay OW 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 e Find the fabric and the finish in aem amma m a the chart on the next page and use an re ry only recommended methods e Check the care label instructions that nama with the garment UAL WwGSLLIW TY AE24 blr Far botetan arawat SO m Mand 24 mene A al manrliant an a ieS Stalii rCimOvdi pruuULl Vila hidden inside seam or on a sample of the material e Avoid use of hot water on unknown stain It can set some stains 3 Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing 4 Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent Stain Removal Hint
27. elation to water hardness aL LIMESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent 12 Increase use of bleaches presoaks packaged water conditioners prewash soil and stain removers to help in removing stubborn soils and stains e Use greater care in sorting loads Wash very dirty loads separately and increase detergent to help keep dirt from redepositing on less soiled items Wash delicate items Wwts LLUVIA separately to prevent damage from heavy sturdy clothes Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action of washer Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness in clothes How to partially restore clothes Once clothes have developed deposits they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of two cups of vinegar in one gallon of hot tap y water for 15 minutes USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent CAUTIONS Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain a a a Pare es mee a eV inegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics e Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics EEDA A MPP B AA A Th areewy aaa ware we PA PEN ah 4 P re H airh OW mucan actergent shouid You use 3 The use of
28. es with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by improper use of chlorine bleach Use onlv correct amount of bleach See nage 15 N ever add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come into contact t with undiluted bleach Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes e Chemicals such as hair bleach dye permanent wave solutions battery acids ai toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes Rinse all towels and other articles that came in contact with these chemicals before patuag them i in wash Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals Small unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process Check garments before i washing and mend all rips and tears o As Permanent Press garments age ioa may ow fraying at collar and cuffs This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused by washer You can siow this process by washing smali Permanent Press loads with a Large Water Level Do not wash heavy items such as towels wath permanent Press Remove collar stays when possible Tar n a ww Awe peace er an e Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears Check agitator and file rough aa IW spots af necessary hry twanhar e Garments wesiened by age sun or or atmosphere This i is s inevitable and is not caused J Wadkivl e Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number ofi items that will
29. id chlorine type If colorfast is unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended on open naa an non chlorine bleach when needed page 13 ieee White c or colorfast liquid chlorine type Non colorfast only non chiorine bleach when needed pS Bleach Special Instructions Use maximum detergent recommended in chart on page 13 ms Sba m o i a a Aa White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Non colortast only non chlorine bleach when needed Smali joads reduce wr inkling Use maximum detergent recommended in chart on page 13 l White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach when needed No bleach Wash only if recommended by the garment manufacturer Follow instructions carefully ae Seldom needed If needed use only Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer _ non chlorine bleach No bleach If unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended in chart on page 13 Small loads reduce wrinkling Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment s warmth Wash separately Wet down gives off an odor which may be absorbed by other garments Odor disappears when garment is dry Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and ER granular detergent Close zippers Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED
30. ior ine Dica Wil Fresh stains Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and sponge with dry cieaning fiuid or use spray cieaner Apply undiluted liquid detergent Old stains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page Ink Bailpoint Cw Ltn ww 2 VOL Wi banana oil Perspiration Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If Launder in warm water Rinse well Bieacn color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with with non chlorine bleach 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 Same as white and bleachable fabrics Wa E Apply rust remover using manufacturer s directions Rinse and launder Caution Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic be sure you are in a weli ventilated room when using them No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is mo familiar with the limitations and required cautions usually printed on label Use extreme caution with flammable compounds Flax Sabine Mane occ Bewaa in was CEH A ret ee ak ahanta fka B Under no circumstances snouid tabi ics containing flammae masr ials waxes Cc Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death Save and refer to garment manufacturers care labels PROBLEM LI
31. l for each extra 5 grains When using cup 4 cup cup 1 cup 1 cups with soap 80 mil 160 ml 180 ml 240 ml 360 ml 30 300 mi pius 15 mi for each extra 5 grains 14 BLEACH Chlorine Liquid such as Clorox brand Dilute bleach with at least one quart 0 96 liter water and add after wash action has started and detergent is dieenlvad WHA SATIS FT eRe ch a Follow package directions al et toed Sa SES Non chlorine a RAVER WAABLSA ALAW LITO Clorox 2 brand FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Mix recommended amount with one Downy Brand cup Leake aca and add at start of nla Wash Additive such as Follow Package directions Rain Barrel brand Add during wash cycle Use in case of infection and contagious disease See under Bleach above SANITIZER Chlorine Bleach such as Clorox brand Put bleach into washer with detergent 1 Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into 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 2 Ohant Mannfartirarad f a f 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special instructions 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics 2 Is most effective in hot water 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2
32. ng Use with most soaking aids to Tana mhaddad anila nnd stains 10080n ecmocaaca OVELS ana DLALLLD Perm Press Cycie For permanent press and delicates An extended cooldown spray rinse is provided to minimize the setting of wrinkles P i STUADY OELICATE Parm P Press A Cycle AN A WU p 4 ed gt OFF a ER See ere eee What happens in each setting approximate minutes pT Reguiar Permament Press Cycie Selector Settings Heavy Normal NOTES Total time includes pauses between each phase of cycle Total time does not include water fill time Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and te nalantad tratae Laval yo oul OVILALLUAL wawi iVVUVl Light Soil Soak Sturdy Delicate If your clothes an household items vill Bees blv rewash ou W aia A T heivaana d that means yowli waste energy Remember to sort your ciothes carefully load them properly select correct cycies use enough detergent and choose a water temperature warm enough to release and get rid of soil mt UST not YYADH UP W bly bur a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles such as work and play clothes e Under normal soil conditions WBA HS wash in water above 80 F 27 C This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approximately 90 F to 10 F or hand comfortable If you n
33. nufacturers care labeis must be followed carefully If washing is recommended check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend to prevent escape of feathers or filling Fill washer add detergent and agitate for several minutes a l to dissolve detergent Add two pillows at a time to balance load use high water level Save and refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels WwW IAB Se BTS Rem war hel ES ie Fo D ERE m Ue OE ee ee e a e S For more information on care labeling send for What s New About CARE LABELS For sale by the Superintendent of Documents U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 7 aac Pate Reguler Cycle g 3 2 SOAK setting temperature will automatically 7 be cold a Tfn hat ar warm enak ic dacired cat 7 AE qd IIU UE WALL OVGK 10 UWL DWL the WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to Hot Cold or Warm Cold and turn the Cycle Selector knob to NORMAL in the Regular Cycle Stari the washer After washer filis na hamino tn agitata mich in tha ana begins ws agar purr LAL CREW Cycle Selector knob and turn to SOAK Pull out the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle o For an extended soak allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent Then push in the Cycle Seiecior knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period pull out the Cycle
34. o Incorrect water er r lev ve el Use L arge Water Level for Medium Load Medium Level for Small Load Tea Dencnted wiac noi n too rt water Wach i or le f a ge Repeated washing in too hot i a p 0 of detergent one z sea eee SASS ae D A A PA nan ka IINA ase e A ad Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbo nate detergents If you nist us a oe 5 non phosphate detergent avoid the use of seal carbonate built e Pi aa sam sa cs niet at ne A owvanaan tT i Pm aa oR Failure to use fabric softener Pro per Tt use will 1 minimize wrinkling lt z gt To remove wrinkles 1 Retumble on Permanent Press setting S o Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press s tting ee saa 3 Tf unsuccessful retumble on high heat for 10 to 2 minutes and hang immediately E ea 4 Iron carefully i E 5 Send to dry cleaners for pressing f 6 Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed 20 Enryrarcrte EAAT Ta OINALIO MULES TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as collars and cuffs Tarara arri WASHER WON T OPERATE POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY peed wash ao Snaps sols pon buttons belt buckles zippers Fasten hooks zippers and buttons Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles This is especially important in washing knits which snag easily Turn knits inside out e Hol
35. ot use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo nan LA vwe A tee NOTE When washing stockings nter ha na antha panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend the use of a net laundry bag Phosphate Powdered Detergents l nie meres Wash all types of fabrics well anal Can be used in hot warm or cold water Generally do not clean well in hard water Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water Non Phosphate Powdered Detergents HSS a May be difficult to dissolve especially in cold water In some areas only non phosphate products are available 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 12 May not perform as well z as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wash water w Liquid Detergents Perform well in soft water Offer better performance in hard water than powdered non phosphate types Cleans synthetics and fabric blends weil gt Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissolve even in l ser cold water Soaps Perform well in soft water Generally do not clean well in medium hard or hard water hardness miner
36. otice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics 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 amount of water Small loads should have lower water levels Use your Mini Basket tub for very small loads It uses less water than the small water level in the big kk PORERNE PAF F eee tuo Oi this washer You Will aiso ave an dataroant and enarav TYY WHA NEW EWE FoW See ang wwa m un e Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can tell you which ara tha anff_naabl haiure GLY UY ULITVUGN IUUD N TURN THE PAGE N for Controls Setting Guide n y p a a fi UI AS _ B gare an baie Bn eB En AG 0205S 3 ___ gN__e B_ PF E E eee ing Guide for diiierent IanrIics S B L a Controis Set Wash Water Load temperature Cycie Cycle setting Cottons and Linens y o White Colorfast Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Setting ae Bright Noncolorfast Warm or Coid Regular Cycie Normai or Light Soji Setting Workclothes l E Hot J Regular Normal for small loads Heavy for all other loads FIUL Reg ular Cycle WW a SF reavy SO Normal Setting Average soil Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Permanent Press Treated Cottons Blends with Cottons Heavy or oily soil l Hot l Perm Press Cycle Sturd
37. posit Use softeners in ilii rinse cycle o only unless s package specifies adding to wash cycle See page 15 bane eaten ee aa Sri al wy Pilling usually on polyester cotton biends is caused BY nor ma lint Turning clothes inside out may provide some help e Static electricity caused by Veye wiii cause attractio on Use fabri rinse cycle T 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 hae raro ui isible Thay oily spots may pick up dirt rom the wash water T he spots Wie then UU VULY VALUER 2 awy are not caused by the washer Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing i Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand If spots appear rubin undiluted liquid detergent let stand 30 minutes and rewash withe extra i een using hottest water fabric can stand Oe oe or hie Insufficient detergent You may need t increase amount of detergent used if loadis larger than normai if soils are oily or heavier than averige if water level i is large orif water is Hard to Extremely Hard n l e Water not hot enough for type of load Be sure water eai is setto 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 Chan ge to phosphate detergent if
38. possible Follow these steps 1 Use water conditioner om as Calgon brand es 2 Pre treat stains 3 Use hottest water possible Tse bleach where possible f LIW EAER F Ae Oe Nr ar ge a r a Use pre soak aids rey ins tall wate Pa r coftene ar DAJ A a ROD 18 mame PROBLEM GRAYED CLOTHES continued wwwe J a 7 i i A i g 2 of 3 5 S r e Washing too long may result in 1 increased soil deposition Use shorter wash times for Ea o To restore grayed clothes follow one of these procedures 1 Put clothes i in washer Fill with HOT water Check Manufacturers Care Labels to l color using color remover r such as Rit or Tintex brands follow a directions o Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots 4 Ta n An 7 i Use extra detergent pis a non precipitating water s Sortener GiSSG1VCG All W POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Washer overioaded Ciothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil causi gray appearance Follow correct loading procedures for size of load 8 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 i PROPUNA ala al or follow six steps at the hatta arra 12 VOLO of page aur a smaller loads a Detergent dissolves too o slowly Detergent must tbe present in
39. s Don t touch electrica FOR YOUR SAFE f 7 2 3 Extinguish any open 4 immediately call your pee uP R re E AJER E IOUR SA Do not store or use o wan en te am An m ae sm PA aSscuinice Gi otn ee flammabie vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTR JAA SAA N Dr fire pret shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book amp TY g a uE raa m ba nro marane hn rasenrenrelduy BARES WASITI HIUS UT FPS URE ER AY installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your washer you can obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions Install or store where it will not ee be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather Connect to a properly rated lt protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload 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
40. s warranty i is extended to biw VGA I UALS puy WITLI Fee Ae a the erate purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary nome use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to s nip tha produ ict to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or 2 ha l tlia A f by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for if aT a S GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or CARE SERVICE EE n mercially e Damage to produci caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
41. t ads in place and front jam nuts tight See your Installation Instructions oA sharp distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission Jocks in This sound i is normal e Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin and may 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 necessary the spin basket may strike the outer tub creating a loud but harmless noise To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart e Washer normi between spin an If you need more help call toll free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service D D Care and Cleaning gt USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS self cleaning Leave lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers The exterior Wipe off any spills of washing compounds Wipe or dust with damp cloth Try not to hit surface with sharp objects To store washer Ask service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather For long vacations Be sure water supply is shut off at fauce
42. t e Water Level wise TEMperature ws WARM LARGE COLD COLD HOT uS ae energy afa GQVOFS Vay e Position Filter Flo pan on agitator and add measured amount of detergent See pages ii through 17 for information on detergents and other laundry additives BPA AWA alt tear eae NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo nan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan e For information on bleaches and fabric softeners see page 15 a laca LA Wiachar ull fall hot A MH VUL 7 WAUOW IU YVYQOLIWA VV LAE LIL not agitate or spin with lid open Setting the Controls Jse the Controis Setting Guide on ages 6 and 7 to help you make the er selections SMALL Washer is less than 1 2 full of clothes wen eer wr PT MEDIUM Between i 2 and 2 3 fuil LARGE Over 2 3 full MINI BASKET See page 8 A a Temperature Push Cycle Selector knob in nablrwiaa ath bw ntad mdt nla ana turn CiOCnWiSC to your selected wash setting Pull Cycle Selector knob out tn atart tha wachar TF uan wich ta LU OCGA thi VWVYGAORAWI AL JVvu WV AOL LY change setting after washer has started push Cycle Selector knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time _ Regular Cycie Provides longer wash time for Jmost cottons linens work and play clothes Regular rt Cycle Jf A i Soak Setti
43. tions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Consumer Affairs General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 He wre ARR cn Ak YOU PCCCiVeU a damaged washer T BMntnle Aneta nt tha Analax JITHTICULALCLY COLLAGE UC Ucal or builder that sold you the washer Save time and money Before you request service check the Problem Solver on pages 18 22 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourseii Write down the mode 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 wOAk Vo here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concernin 1g VOUF Y washer To obtain Hispanic version of this book call The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Toll free Para obtener la a version en AWAA WA espanol de ste manual llame gratis a The GE Answer Center servicio de informacion para ei consumidor telefono 800 626 2000 All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established i the Federal Trade Commission January 1984 TELENN lf you smell gas Open window
44. ts and drain all water from hoses if weather will be below ireezing Lubricate with grease or Petroleum Jelly ie The Activator agitator Remove at regular intervals about 4 to 6 months and remove any lint that tad Aiat Ta may haye accumulated ed No tools are needed simply grasp agitator with both hands and pull straight up sharply The slotted section at the top of the metal shaft has a light coating of lubr icant 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 Excess grease may get into clothes load ssa U a r weewhs AN o When replacing the agitator carefully lower straight down onto the shaft so that it fits into the slots Then apply downward pressure until agitator snaps into its normal position How to remove limestone deposits from clogged Filter Flo pan e Soak filter pan in a preheated i60 F 71 C solution of half vinegar and half water for 15 minutes Then hrich each cide of SRA SOT Se AAR LR AJEL UES ER WES LSE pan with a stiff bristle brush while flushing with running water CAUTIONS Do not soak in porcelain container Vinegar can damage e Do not exceed 180 F 82 C or filter pan may warp porcelain If you need service To obtain service see your warranty on
45. y Setting Average or light soil Synthetics Polyester Nylon Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics Oa TI Za ern Darm Draca fiinta Otnerdiir Cattina OLUILU yyYdi illi FULLY 1Uoo GY yole WLULULLY OULU Nelicates Warm Perm Press Cvcle Delicate Setting wi EW Sd T 4 BAL a warner ee _ wera Fan Silks Wools Blends of Silk and Wool Down filled garments if machine arm washing is recommended l l Rahv Clothec Stirdy ench ac Coveraiis Baby Clothes Delicate Tr Biankets Wooi Part Wooi Cotton Warm Regular Cycie Light Soil Setting Blankets Synthetic Electric Curtains DO NOT MACHING A tw A WASH FIBERGLASS i D Dion Chenille Bedspreads Robes Hotor Warm Perm Press Cycle Delicate Setting Ghinrnnuvarce TDieanartiac Rathmata Eilat ar Warm Namnlar Cucla Tarmal Cattinda WL PLOVELS AIGPULIUS DALOL KIUL Ul Va Lill aU puidi w yad sNODIMas GUUS and Rugs Denims especially Indigo Blue Normal Setting Jeans and other fabrics that bleed Rubber coated Items Laminated Warm Perm Press Cycle Delicate Setting Fabrics Vinyl Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim Pillows Warm l Perm Press Cycle Sturdy or Delicate Setting depending c on amoni of soil Check size Some slipcovers draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home size washer nrc e emer nett CR A LT CC A CC COLELLO CLC IA E iqu
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