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1. General Hins Hints Check Fabric Care label To make sure a stain removal product is safe for your fabric test it on a hidden inside seam Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains It can set some stains Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap For best results wait 1 2 hour before washing To remove stains on white or bleachable fabrics try soaking the stained area in a container for five minutes in the following solution and then launder in the washer 1 gallon 3 8 liters cool water 1 4 cup 60 ml chlorine bleach Bleach Solution Solution f To remove stains on white or bleachable fabrics try soaking the stained area in a container for five minutes in the following solution and then launder in the washer 1 gallon 3 8 liters cool water 1 4 cup 60 ml chlorine bleach Turn page for specific stain removal 13 al Helpful Information Removing Specific Stains The Invisible Stain Invisible Stain a Foods on synthetic clothes may When They Become Visible cause stains which are virtually e Rub the stain with undiluted invisible when you put the clothes liquid detergent in the washer If these stains are not Let stand 30 minutes completely removed in the wash they may pick up dirt from other clothes in the washer and appear after the clothes are dried Rewash using the hottest water t2. That s important because your new washer will be part of your family for a long time Write down the model and serial numbers here They are behind the top edge of the control panel me LS Model number Serial number Date of purchase If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included on the inside back cover Or call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week Para obtener la version en espa ol de este manual llame a GE Answer Center servicio de informacion para el consumidor tel fono 800 626 2000 Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier A Water Heater Safety Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES IF YOU SMELL GAS 1 Do not try to light any app
3. This cap fits into the top of the agita tor Ifit accidentally comes off sim ply put it back on Do not pour anything into the agitator if the top is removed Fabric Softener Dispenser This dispenser automatically releas es liquid fabric softener at the prop er time during the cycle To use follow these steps 1 Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator 2 Pour liquid fabric softener into dispenser using amount rec ommended on package 3 Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line Pour liquid fabric softener and water into fabric softener dispenser Cleaning Fabric Softener Dispenser 7 Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator 2 Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover 3 To clean dispenser soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution Jepatate for cleaning 1 gallon 3 8 liters warm water 1 4 cup 60m heavy duty liquid detergent 1 cup 240 mi bleach NOTE Do not stop the washer during the first spin This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon e Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Auto Soak e Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes It will leave spots on clothes e Only use dispenser for liquid fabric softeners If dispenser gets clogged
4. see Cleaning section below Do not pour anything into the agitator if the top is removed 4 If necessary loosen build up with a clean soft cloth after soaking Do not use a stiff brush you may roughen the surface of the dis penser 5 Rinse and reassemble dispenser Place dispenser back on the agitator 5 Operating Instructions Preparing to Wash Prepare ere ta Empty pockets unroll cuffs shake Turn poly knits inside out to out loose dirt zip zippers fasten reduce pilling snaps hooks and buttons Do any necessary mending Treat remove stains See Stain Use a net laundry bag for Removal Guide delicate items Sot Always follow Fabric Manufacturer s Care Label when laundering Sort by color Separate lint producers from Separate colorfast from lint collectors non colorfast fabrics Lint producers terry cloth and Whites chenille Lights Lint collectors velveteen and iis corduroy Sort by soil Separate by fabric type sr d Light Cottons and linens Medium Permanent press cottons and blends Heavy 7 Non colorfast fabrics may bleed or fade Sort by Synthetic and poly knits individual color Delicates Detergent Always add detergent arr start Using too little detergent is thewasher before adding clothes a common cause of laundry so that the detergent can work problems Use more detergent if effectively you have hard water large loads Using th
5. Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What to Do Washer won t operate won t operate Washer is unplugged Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet Water supply is turned off Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on Controls are not set properly Check controls and make sure Cycle knob is pulled out to ON position Lid is open e Close lid and pull Cycle knob to ON position Circuit breaker fuse is Check house circuit breakers fuses Replace tripped blown fuses or reset breaker Washer should have separate outlet Water temperature g 7 i Bis ae e is incorrect ontrol s not set properly eck water temperature control and aadjust Water supply is turned off Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and or improperly connected make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets Water valve screens are e Turn off the water source and remove the stopped up water connection hoses from the upper back of the washer Use a brush or toothpick to clean the screens in the machine Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on House water heater is not set e Make sure house water heater is delivering properly water at 120 F 150 F 45 C 65 C Water won t drain Drain hose is kinked or e Straighten drain hose and make sure improperly connected washer is not sitting on it e Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft above floor Waterleaks Fill hoses or drain hose is e
6. accepted Further Service Service l re We re proud of our service and Finally if your problem is still want you to be pleased If for some not resolved write reason you are not happy with the Major Appliance Consumer service you receive here are three Action Panel steps to follow for further help 20 North Wacker Drive First contact the people who ser Chicago IL 60606 viced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 23 WASHER What is covered What is not covered Ae ee A Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original pur chase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL WARRANTIES Nineteen year warranty For the second through the twentieth year from the date of original purchase we will provide free of charge a replacement basket for any basket that fails due to a manufacturing defect Nine year warranty For the second through the tenth year from the date of original purchase we will provid
7. e Make sure Load Size selector matches load size Too much bleach e Check bleach package for correct amount Not enough detergent e Try using more detergent Incorrect use of fabric softener e Check fabric softener package for instructions see Fabric Softener Dispenser Section Ce 17 2 lf Something Goes Wrong Problem Possible Causes What to Do Wrinkting Improper loads e Avoid mixing heavy items like work Snags holes tears rips or excessive wear 18 Overloading or incorrect water level Incorrect wash and dry cycles Repeated washing in water that is too hot Pins snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles zippers and sharp objects left in pockets Undiluted chlorine bleach Small tears or holes present before wash Chemicals like hair bleach hair dye permanent wave solution and toilet bowl cleaners Permanent press items naturally fray especially collars and cuffs clothes with light items like blouses e Separate permanent press from other laundry e Try a fabric softener like Downy brand e Load your washer so clothes have enough room to move freely e Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric you are washing especially for permanent press loads e Wash in warm or cold water with plenty of detergent e Fasten snaps hooks buttons and zippers e Remove loose items like pins objects in pockets and sharp buttons e Turn knits which snag easily i
8. for cottons denims and play clothes With the Gentle wash speed the agitator moves slower Use for delicate and knit items The Fast spin speed is for durable items The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie Clothes will be less dry than when using a fast spin speed Cycle Descriptions T COTTONS REGULAR PERMANENT PRESS KNITS DELICATES For heavily to lightly For synthetics blends Specially designed for For lingerie and special soiled cottons linens and or delicate fabrics normally soiled knits care fabrics with light to work and play clothes with normal soil normal soil _ AUTO SOAK _ For heavily soiled clothes Model WWSR3090 Begins with a brief agita tion soaks for a specified LCAL SUE wasgen TEMPERATURE EXTRA RINSE P eriod of time then moves _ COTTONS pana REGULAR PERMANENT through the rest of the ON NORMAL Wan Tat wo cycle automatically SY m ainis SOAK en WARN A For heavily soiled clothes AUTO SOAK that need to be soaked _ before washing Model WWXR4100 PERMANENT PRESS LOAD SIZE WASH SPIN TEMPERATURE EXTRA RINSE COTTONS REGULAR PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL MEDIUM EXTRA EXTRA apis AORN soa ciiam SMALL A Wash Rinse Temp A Selecting Cycle Starting Washer Use this chart as a general guide e Push in the Cycle knob to select the desired Wash Rinse Temperature Guide cycle See the above Cycle Descriptions ur wash rinse e Add detergent pOM
9. Make sure hose connections are tight at fauce improperly connected and make sure end of drain hose is correct inserted in and secured to drain facility Household drain may e Check household plumbing You may need 16 be clogged to call a plumber gt Problem Possible Causes What to Do Water leaks Constant water pressure tothe Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water fill hoses at the water source off after each use continued e Check condition of the fill hoses they may need replacement after 5 years Washers noisy is noisy Washer is uneven e Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor Washer load is unbalanced Push the Cycle knob in to stop the washer open the lid and redistribute the load evenly Close the lid and restart Washer pauses in cycle The washer normally pauses UE CY between washing steps Clothes too wet too wet y Incorrect cycle e Make sure the cycle selected matches the selected load you are washing This is normal for some fabrics Lint or residue f on clothes Incorrect sorting sal at ee ea from Washing too long e Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads Detergent not dissolving e For best performance always add detergent and start washer before adding clothes If you use powdered detergent pre dissolve detergent in hot water before adding to washer e Try a liquid detergent e Use warmer water temperature Overloading
10. Models WJSR2080T WWSR3090T WJXR2080T WWXR4100T Washer Owner s Manual Important Safety Information Operating Instructions The Controls on Your Washer Other Washer Features Care of Product Helpful Information Specialized Fabric Guide Preparing to Wash Stain Removal Guide If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service GE Service Numbers Warranty Back Cover GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 GE Appliances Before USING your washer Need Help Help us help you Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Staple your receipt to the inside back cover of this manual Find your model Put a check mark in the box identifying your model in the section titled Operating Instructions This will provide easy access for your operating instructions Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your washer properly 800 626 2000 Save time and money Check the section titled If Something Goes Wrong before calling This sec tion was designed to solve common problems you might encounter Best of all you ll experience these values each time you do the laundry
11. any a clean soft cloth dampened with spills Wipe with damp cloth Try liquid detergent then rinse Do not to hit surface with sharp objects not use harsh or gritty cleaners Moving and Storage Ask the service To rinse technician to remove water from 1 Choose the largest load size drain pump and hoses Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Call the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 for informa tion on how to keep the tub station Fill Hoses Hoses connecting wash ary when moving the washer er to faucet should be replaced every five years 2 Turn the Cycle knob to any rinse setting 3 Start washer Long Vacations Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing 11 Helpful Information Specialty Care Guide Item Suggested Care Down Filled Garments Always wash down filled garments separately from other types of garments Wet down gives off an odor that will disappear when the down is dried Wash down items frequently to fluff up the down and to retain down s warmth When washing make sure the load is balanced Add towels if necessary Always tumble dry down garments Pillows Pillows are made from a variety of materials Wash only if recommended on the pillow Manufacturer s Care Label Before washing check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend Let the washer fill with water and add detergent Let the washer agitate f
12. ash basket fills with water before you load clothes To restore Grayed Clothes e Put clothes through a wash cycle using hot try one of the following water Check the garment s manufacturing care label to see if hot water can be used Add a non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand Use 2 1 2 times more than is recommended for normal water softening Do not use detergent or soap Allow clothes to go through a complete cycle Repeat if necessary Soak your clothes using a water softener instead of a soaking agent Allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes er PSS 19 2 If Something Goes Wrong Problem Possible Causes What to Do Yellowed Clothes Clothes Not enough detergent e Always use measured detergent on a consistent basis Chlorine bleach may yellow e Use non chlorine bleach some fabrics Iron or manganese in water may e Use extra detergent plus a cause yellowing or yellow spots non precipitating water softener dissolved in water and non chlorine bleach e Run hot water for 2 minutes to help the pipes clean out iron buildup e Drain your house water heater occasionally e To remove spots spread stain area over a pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through the stain Blue or Gray Spots or Gray Spots Incorrect use of fabric softener e Check fabric softener package for instructions see Fabric Softener Dispenser section e To remove spots dampen the spots and rub wi
13. below freezing or exposed to the weather Connect to a properly rated pro tected and sized power supply cir cuit to avoid electrical overload Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture Safety Precautions Precautions e Use this appliance only for its e Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Owner s Manual or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out When disconnecting this 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 Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bleaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children preferably ina locked cabinet Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury Do not tamper with the controls Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc e Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the poss
14. e free of charge a replacement tub for any tub that fails due to a manufacturing defect Four year warranty For the second through the fifth year from the date of original purchase we will provide free of charge replacement transmission for any transmission that fails due to a manu facturing defect replacement parts for any part of the suspension rod and e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Owner s Manual If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service e Improper installation spring assembly that fails due to a manu facturing defect replacement parts for any lid or cover that rusts due to a manu facturing defect For limited additional warranties you pay for the service trip to your home and all service labor charges This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service tech nician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers durin
15. e correct amount of greasy or oily soils or lower water detergent is one of the most temperature important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean Always follow the detergent package directions 10 load OOO O Load dry items loosely spacing even To add items after washer has ly around agitator and close the lid started push in Cycle knob and submerge additional items next to the agitator Close the lid and pull cycle knob out to restart A typical wash load two twin sheets two pillow cases three small bath towels three wash cloths two t shirts and two long sleeve shirts To reduce wrinkling give Place large items in bottom small permanent press items synthetics items in the middle and medium items on top and poly knits room to move freely in the washer NOTE Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agitator When loading wet items make sure you set the load water level high enough to allow the items to move freely Do not wash fabrics containing Wash bulky items like blankets flammable materials waxes clean separately ing fluids etc in your washer Care amp Cleaning Leave the lid open after washing Lint Filter The lint filter is located to allow moisture to evaporate The under the agitator It is self cleaning wash basket is practically care free and requires no maintenance If you want to clean the basket use Exterior Immediately wipe off
16. g normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate elec trical exhausting and other connecting facilities e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY Part No 175D1807P068 ue Pub No 49 9835 eis Printed in Louisville KY WJSR2080T WWSR3090T WJXR2080T WWXR4100T
17. hat is safe for the fabric Preventing These Stains Increase the amount of detergent used e Increase water temperature Wash synthetics often Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics Adhesives Rub with i i i ld S hi d bleachabl uD WI ice or Immerse in very co water ame as white an eacnable Chewing Gum etc Use dull tool to carefully scrape off as much fabrics adhesive or gum as possible Rub the stain with undiluted liquid detergent Rinse well then wash as usual Antiperspirants ae Deodorants Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse Same as white and bleachable If stain remains use the Bleach Solution fabrics except use non chlorine launder bleach Blood o Soak in cold water then launder in warm Sponge or soak in cool water water If stain remains use the Bleach then launder Solution launder Chocolate Cream Soak in cold water Use the Bleach Same as white and bleachable Ice Cream and Milk Solution launder fabrics except use non chlorine bleach ieee eee 14 TE Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics Coffee and Tea and Tea Without cream Use the Bleach Solution Sponge with warm water If launder stain remains apply warm glycerine available at drug With cream Soak in cold water then use stores let stand 30 minutes the Bleach Solution launder and rinse well Wash as usual Cosmetics Crayon Crayon Use the Bleach Sol
18. iberglass articles in your washer Skin irritation could result from the remaining parti cles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Do not operate this appliance if itis damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug Operating Instructions find your model Model WJSR2080 The LOAD SIZE WASH SPIN GENTLE controls D on your washer Model WJXR2080 LOAD SIZE WASH SPIN SD NORMAL FAST EXTRA MEDIUM EXTRA GENTLE LARGE SMALL 7 OW next to your model number To locate your model number look behind the top edge of the control panel Put a check mark in the box RY e PERMANENT PRESS TEMPERATURE a ws rom cow CD nor CoB eeu HEAVY 4 POWER WASH DELICATES PERMANENT PRESS KNITS COTTONS PERMANENT PRESS DELICATES A Load Size A Wash Spin Speed By selecting load size you are setting the water level For the best results select a size appropriate for the load you are washing This refers to the speed of the agitator during the wash and the basket during spin With the Normal wash speed the agitator moves faster Use
19. ibility of slipping Never reach into washer while it is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes push in the Cycle Selector knob and wait until the machine has completely stopped before open ing the lid 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 packing materials properly Before discarding a washer or removing from service remove the washer lid Do not leave washer lid up during cycle This will stop the wash and spin action and prevent completion of the cycle Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax oil paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ras 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 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 Never climb on or stand on the washer top Do not wash f
20. liance 2 Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building 3 Clear the room building or area of all occupants 4 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process H Important Safety Information A Warning To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following sections intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your washer you can obtain one by calling toll free the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures
21. nside out e Check bleach package instructions for proper amount e Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach e Repair tears and holes before washing e Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before washing e While this is not caused by the washer you can slow the fraying process by washing small permanent press loads with higher water setting e Avoid washing heavy items like towels with permanent press items ee Problem Possible Causes What to Do Shrinkage Some fabrics will naturally e Hot water is more likely to cause shrinkage shrink in the wash than cold water e Follow directions on care label Grayed Clothes yed Clothes i Not enough detergent e Try using more detergent especially with larger loads heavy soil larger loads and hard water might a ae require more detergent If you live in a hard water area try using a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install a water softener Water is not hot enough e Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120 F 150 F 45 C 65 C e Do not use the washer when hot water is used for other needs dishes baths etc Washer is overloaded e Make sure Load Size Selector matches load size Soak time is too short Soak at least 30 minutes Soaking with too little detergent Use more detergent especially with heavy soil Detergent is not dissolving e Add detergent as w
22. of charge call 800 626 2000 Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be han dled in just one visit Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletype writer may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request informa tion or service Para los clientes Para obtener la versi n en espa ol de este manual lame a de habla espafiol GE Answer Center servicio de informaci n para el consumidor 800 626 2000 tel fono 800 626 2000 Service Contracts Contracts ey ae You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still 800 626 2224 be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories x POO Individuals qualified to service their Instructions contained in this man 800 626 2002 own appliances can have needed ual cover procedures to be per parts or accessories sent directly to formed by any user Other servicing their home The GE parts system generally should be referred to provides access to over 47 000 qualified service personnel parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Caution must be exercised since Parts are fully warranted VISA improper servicing may cause MasterCard and Discover cards unsafe operation are
23. or several minutes and then add pillows in pairs This will keep the load balanced Use the largest load water level available annem aaa Blankets Let the washer fill with water add detergent allow detergent to dissolve then add blanket Wash only one blanket at a time Electric Blankets Sew a strong piece of cloth over the plug to protect the blanket and washer from damage Wash according to pillow instructions above Permanent Press Clothes Select a larger load water level than normal This will provide that are Line Dried more water to help reduce wrinkling and to allow clothes enough room to move around Remove clothes as soon as the wash cycle is complete and hang them up immediately Always follow Fabric Manufacturer s Care Label when laundering Otherwise use the information above as a general guide 12 Soaking and e Remove stains as soon as possible The fresher the stain the easier it is to remove A thorough soaking with detergent or a special soaking agent is an effective way to remove heavy soils or stains Try one of these methods Use the soak cycle If your model does not have a soak cycle you can still soak by allowing the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to help loosen soils Then push in the Cycle 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 knob to complete the cycle Stain Removal Guide H
24. paratnte Semparaiats e Pull out the Cycle knob to start washer e Add clothes and close lid COTTONS COLORS PERMANENT PRESS warm cold DELICATES cold cold WASHABLE WOOLENS warm cold warm Warm water is approximately 90 F to 110 F hand comfortable See next page for other washer features 7 5 Operating Instructions Other washer features your model may have When you use extra detergent The washer will pause for a few or bleach to clean heavily soiled minutes before the Extra Rinse as clothes you may want to use the option begins Extra Rinse option This option provides a second deep cold rinse in the Cottons Regular cycle Turn the Extra Rinse knob to SET Liquid Bleach Dispenser This dispenser dilutes liquid If you prefer to use powdered chlorine bleach before it reaches bleach pour it into the wash your wash load To use follow basket with your detergent these steps NOTE 1 Check clothing care labels for e Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine special instructions bleach directly onto clothes or into 2 Measure liquid bleach carefully the wash basket following instructions on bottle e Do not pour powdered bleach or a nnn _3 Before starting the washer non chlorine bleach into bleach Te eee d pour measured amount of dispenser bleach directly into bleach Pour liquid bleach into bleach dispenser Avoid splashing dispenser or over filling dispenser Agitator Cap
25. th undiluted liquid detergent Rewash using chlorine bleach if it is safe for the fabric Too Many Suds Many Suds Type of detergent e Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package Very soft water e Try less detergent Pilling o Result of normal wear on e While this is not caused by the washer poly cotton blends you can slow the pilling process by washing poly cotton blends inside out 20 Notes 21 GE Service Numbers e GE Answer Center Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and 800 626 2000 your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Home Repair Service A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s conve nient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated loca 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 tions offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays For Customers With Upon request GE will provide Special Needs Braille controls for a variety of i h 800 626 2000 GE apphancess ang a pid ure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free
26. ution launder Rub the stain with undiluted liquid detergent Rinse well then wash as usual Grass Mildew Scorch Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder Sponge with warm water Apply Treat mildew spots while they are fresh undiluted liquid detergent before mold has a chance to weaken fabric launder Bleach with If either type stain remains use the Bleach non chlorine bleach launder Solution launder Severe scorch stains can Old mildew cannot be removed seldom be removed Scorch can seldom be removed Ink Ballpoint Ballpoint Fresh stains Place stain face down on an Same as white and bleachable absorbent towel and use a spray cleaner or fabrics except launder using sponge with dry cleaning fluid rinse well non chlorine bleach then wash as usual Old stains use the Bleach Solution launder Juices Wine Soak stain in cool water If stain remains Sponge with warm water use the Bleach Solution launder Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach Perspiration San i Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder Launder in warm water Rinse Food Coloring in warm water If color has changed you may well Bleach with non chlorine be able to restore it by treating with ammonia bleach or vinegar 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 15 If Something Goes Wrong
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