GE MA5800G User Manual

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Using the
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Stain removal
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Contents

Safety instructions
How to operate your

washer..........................................4, 5

Energy-saving tips
Controis setting guide for

different fabrics and loads .... 6,7

How to use soak

setting............................................

How to use the

Mini-Basket™ tub........................ 8

How to sort the clothes
It pays to check and

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How to load your washer
What is the best size load

of clothes
Factors to consider in

selection of detergents
and soap

The results of
continued use of

carbonate detergents.....

How much detergent or soap

should you use
How to use detergent

or soap ..........................................13

Hard water—do you
have it

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help you...

Read this book carefiillyo

It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new washer
properly.

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9

Keep it handy for answers to your

questions.
If you don’t understand something

or need more help, write (include
your phone number):

Consumer Affairs
General Electric Company
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY40225

Ifyoti received a

damaged washer...

Immediately contact the dealer

(or builder) that sold you the
washer.

Save time and money.

Before you request service...
check the Problem Solver on
pages 18-22. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.

Write down the model
and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label on the
lower left side near the front.

These numbers are also on the

Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with

your washer. Before sending in this

card, please write these num.bers
here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your washer.

To obtain Hispanic version of
this book, call
The GE Answer Center®

800.626.2000
consumer information service.

Toll-free.

Para obtener la versión en
español de éste manual,
llame gratis a
The GE Answer Center,®

servicio de información
para el consumidor,
teléfono 800.626.2000.

Other laundry products........ 15

How to remove stains

The Problem Solver

User rnairitenanee
instructions

if you need service

Warranty .......................Back Cover

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All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling
Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you snneiigas:

1. Open wiiid©¥^s

2. Don’t t©y©h electrical

Switclies

3. Extingyish any ©pen

fiaine

FOR YOUR SAFETY

0© not store ©r use
gasoiirie ©roiner
fiamnnabie vapors and
liquids in th© vieinity ©f
thisoranyotiier
appliance.

4. imiiiecllately call your

gas supplier

IMPORTA^NT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all iiistriictioiis before esleg this appllaeceo

^ \%AMNING—To reduce the risk of

Ifire, electric shock, or injury to

persons when using your appliance,
follow basic precautions, including
the following:

® Use tilts аррМаисе only for its
Ifitencted purpose as described in
this Use and Care Book.

® This wastier luust be properly
instaied and located In accordance
with the Installation Instractions
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

~ be exposed to temperatures below

_ freezing or exposed to the weather.

—Connect to a properly rated,
protected and sized power supply
circuit to avoid electrical overload.

—Connect to adequate plumbing
and drain facilities as described in
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.

® 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.

® Do not repair or replace any part

Г- of the appliance or attempt any

-. -У servicing unless specifically

"R,,, recommended in this Use and Care

^ -jook or in published user-repair

i nstractions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.

T© mmlmke the possibility
©flîijery;

® Do not mix chlorine bleach with
ammonia or acids such as vinegar
and/or rust remover. Mixing can
produce a toxic gas which may
cause death.

® Do not wash or dry articles
that have been cleaned in, washed
in, soaked in, or spotted with
combustible or explosive substances
(such as 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.

® HYDROGEN GAS is produced
by the chemical action within your
water heater and the gas can
accumulate in the water heater
and/or water pipes if hot water has
not been used for a period of two
weeks or longer^ HYDROGEN GAS
CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER
THESE CIRCUMSTANCES. So to
prevent the possibility of damage or
injury, if you have not used hot
water for two weeks or more, or
move into a residence in w^hich the
hot water system may not have been

used for some time, turn on all hot

water faucets and allow them to run
for several minutes before using any
electrical appliance which is
connected to the hot water system.
This will allow any hydrogen gas to
escape. Of course, since the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an
open flame or appliance during this
process.

© Never reach mto washer while ft
is moving. Before loading, unloading
or adding cloioes, push in the Cycle
Selector knob to “STOP” position,

then v/ait until the machine has
completely stopped before opening
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 or
packing materials properly. Before
discarding a washer, or removing
from service, remove the washer lid.

® Keep all laundry aids (such as
detergents, bleaches, febric softeners,

etc.) out of the reach of children,
preferably inaiockedcabinet. Observe

ail warnings on container labels to

avoid personal injury.

® Keep the area around and

underneath your appliances free

fromtiie accumulation of combustible

materials, such as lint, paper, rags,

chemicals, etc.

® Keep the floor around your
appliances clean and dry to reduce
the possibility of slipping.

© To minimize the possibility
of electric shock, unplug this

appliance from the power supply

before attempting any maintenance

or cleaning (except the removal and

cleaning of the lint filter).

NOTE,* Ifrming the Cycle Selector

knob to an OFF position does NOT

disconnect the appliance from the

power supply.

® Do not tamper with controls.

© Bo not operate this appliance

if it is damaged, malfunctioning,

partially disassembled, or has

missing or broken parts, including a

damaged cord or plug.

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tiporiant Safety Instrnctieiis (coiìtinued)

Do not wash fiberglass articles in
your washer. Skin irritation could
result from the remaining particles
tiiai may be picked up by clothing
during subsequent washer use.

® 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.

® Never climb on or stand on the
washer top.

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For washer operattoe

® Do not leave washer lid up
during cycle. This wiO stop the
wash and spin action and prevent
completion of the cycle.

How to operate your clothes washer

WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

Sorting and Loading

® Sort clothes carefully by fabric
type, weight, color and amount of
soil, according to instructions on

page 9.
® 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. Ybu’ii find

complete details on how and when to
use the Mini-Basket tub on page 8.

® Load clothes into the wash

basket, being careful not to overload.
Clothes should be below the retaining
ring. See page 10 for more loading

information.

® Position Filter-Flo pan on
agitator and add measured amount

of detergent. See pages 11 through

17 for information on detergents
and other laundry additives.

NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo

pan as a wash basket. Do not put

any items to be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan.

® For information on bleaches and
fabric softeners, see page 15.

® Close lid. Washer will fill, but
not agitate or spin with lid open.

Setting the Controls

Use the Controls Setting Guide on
pages 6 and 7 to help you make the

proper selections.

® Select Water Level.

SMALL: Washer is less than 1/2
full of clothes.

MEDIUM: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
MINI-BASKET: See page 8.

@ Select Wash and Rinse

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@ Push Cycle Selector knob in

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wash setting.

@ Pull Cycle Selector knob out

start the
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.

r. If you wish

Tips to help you select settings

Energy-sayiiig tips i

^ Regiîlar Cyck'

rovides longer wash time for

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ost cottons, linens, work and

play clothes.

Soak Setting—

Use with most soaking aids to

Ferm Press Cycle—

For permanent press and délicates.
An extended cooldown spray rinse
is provided to minimize the setting

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them.. .and that means you’ll waste
energy. Remember to sort your
clothes carefully, load them
properly, select correct cycles, use
enough detergent and ciwoss a

water temperature warm enough to
release and get rid of soil.

® Use Hot Wash—up to 150°F.—on
a regular basis only when washing

heavily soiled articles—such as
work and play clothes.

® Under normal soil conditions
wash in water above 80°F. (27°C.).
This generally means using the
Warm Wash temperature setting
on your washer—temperatures

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hand comfortable. If you notice
that soil has accumulated after
several consecutive washings, use
Hot Wash occasionally, if safe for
fabrics.

What happens In each setting (approximate minutes)

Regular

Cycle
Selector
Settings

Wash 19
Spin 31/2
Rinse 3V2
Spin
Total Time 35

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

Heavy Normal Light Soil Soak Sturdy Delicate

15 6 10

31/2 31/2

3V2 3V2

7

7 7 7

31 22 11

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Permament Press

2V2 2V2

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41/2

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41/g

® Try to wash less often. Save
articles of the same type of fabric
until you have a full load.

® 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

detergent and energy.

® Wash in off-peak utility hours.
Your local utility can tell you which
uPC the off=peak hours.

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Wash Water

Load

Temperature

Cyde

Cyde Setting

Cottons and Linens

White/Colorfast
Bright/Noncoiorfast

Workclothes

Keavy soil
Average soil

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Blends with Cottons

Heavy or oily soil
Average or light soil

Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics

Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk
and Wool

Down-filled garments; if machine
washing is recommended

Rahy Clothes—Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets,
Coveralls

Baby Clothes—Delicate

Hot or Warm
Warm or Coid

Hot or Warm

Hot
Warm

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Warm

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Warm

Regular Cycle
Regular Cycle

Regular Cycle

Normal Setting

Normal or Light Soil Setting

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Perm Press Cycle Sturdy Setting
Perm Press Cycle Delicate Setting

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öiarusets—wool, jrart-wooi, L;otton

Blankets—Synthetic, Electric

Curtains—DO NOT MACHINE

Warm

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Regular Cycle

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Light Soil Setting

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WASH FIBERGLASS
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**

Hot or Warm

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Perm Press Cycle

Delicate Setting

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and Rugs**
Denims (especially Indigo Blue

Cold or Warm

Regular Cycle

Normal Setting

Jeans) and other fabrics that bleed

Rubber-coated Items, Laminated

Warm Ferm Press Cycle

Delicate Setting

Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and

Articles witli Plastic Trim

**Check size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home-size washer.

Bleach

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Liquid chlorine type.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

Special Instructions

If colorfast is unusually soiled, úse hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended on
page 13.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.

While or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.

No bleach

Seldom needed. If needed, use only
non-chlorine bleach.

No bleach

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Use maximum detergent recommended in chart on page 13.

Smaii loads reduce wrinkiing. Use maximum detergent recommended in chart on page 13.

If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in chart on
page 13. Small loads reduce wrinkling.

Wash only if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.

Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.

Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment’s warmth. Wash separately. Wet
down gives off an odor which may be absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when
garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and
granular detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance.
GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.

You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do baby clothes separately. Pretreat spots.
Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold
water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand.

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Only non-chiorine bleach when needed.

No bleach

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

You may prefer ÍO Use ñ iiiild Íyp6 detergent. Do halid-knit ganiieníS by hand OF in
Mini-Basket tub. See page 8.

Fill washer, add detergent, allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanke-t at a time.
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.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
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White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

No bleach

No bleach

No bleach

Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt.

For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water fill.
Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases. May discolor plastic washer
parts. Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations, but will probably never eliminate it.
The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads.

Túmble on FLUFF (No Heat).

Pillows are made of different materials—dacron, fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and
down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but manufacturers’ care labels must he foilov^ed
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

I to dissolve detergent. Add two pillows at a time to balance load, use high water level.

Sa¥€ and refer to Garment Mamifaeiurers'' Care Labels

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.

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How to use the

How to use the

Soak setting

® “SOAK” setting temperature

will automatically be cold.

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fce WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE
switch to Hot/Cold or Warm/Cold
and turn the Cycle Selector knob to

“NORMAL” in the Regular Cycle.

Start the washer. After washer nils

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Cycle Selector kjiob and turn to

“SOAK!’ Pull out the Cycle

Selector knob to complete the cycle.
® For an extended soak- allow the

washer to fill and agitate for a few
minutes to dissolve the soaking
agent. Then push in the Cycle
Selector knob to stop the washer

for as long as desired. After desired
soak period, pull out the Cycle
Selector knob to complete the cycle.

® Do not use the Mini-Basket tub
with the Soak setting.

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Mini-Basket™ tub

Types of loads wMcli
can be washed in the
Mini-Basket tub:

® Small loads of regular fabrics...

up to 2 pounds.

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hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters,
socks, shirts, baby clothes and other
small, delicate hand washables.

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® Tennis shoes.

Some special instructions
to remember when you
use the Mini-Basket tub:

® Do not wash clothes in the
regular basket when using the
Mini-Basket tub.

® 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
laundry bag is recommended.

Here’s how to use the Mini-Basket
tub:

® Remove Filter-Flo pan.

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® 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
Basket tub.

• Put 1/4 to 1/3 cup (60 to 80 ml)
detergent in Filter-Flo pan.

® Close lid and set controls as

follows:
—Set Water Level to “MINI

BASKET” position.

Water Level

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Temperature and Cycle.

See page 4.
Pull out Cycle Selector knob to

start washer.

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® Place Mini-Basket tub on
agitator. Pull the agitator toward
the front of the machine for easier
installation and removal of Mini
Basket tub.

® Load clothes in Mini-Basket tub.
See page 9 for sorting help.

Good sorting means better washing

Sort by surface texture Sort by soil

Separate

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 ilnt

control, see page 18.

Sort by color

Sort by fabric

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It pays to check and prepare
clothes for washing.

® Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,

Ziip &uap 2>iiapo,

and buttons.

® Do any necessary mending—ops,
hems, tears.

Check ail items for areas of heavy
soil or stain.

• 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,

stains. '

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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.

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^ In addition to sorting to reduce lint

collection, it is recommended that
fabrics of similar construction be

^^vashed together whenever

'^^ossible.

FOR INFORMATION ON
SOAKING AGENTS, SEE
PAGE 15.

• Pre-treat heavy soil by rubbing in
a small amount of liquid detergent
or a paste made of water and powdered
detergent or soap. For best results,

wait 1/2 hour before washing.

FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON
DIFFERENT E4BRICS AND
LOADS, SEE PAGEsTand 7.

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Special recommendations
for washing permanent press
if you do not have a dryer.

If you are machine-washing
Permanent Press clothes that you

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extra care to minimize wrinkling
in the wash process:

• Be careful not to overload

washer. Permanent Press clothes

must have ample room to move
freely. A Medium size Permanent
Press load is the largest that should
be washed.

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for a regular load. Use a Medium
Water Level for a Small Load; a
Large Water Level for a Medium
Load.

• Remove clothes promptly as
soon as washer stops and hang

immediately.

» Load clothes dry.

^ Take a properly sorted group of
clothes and drop them loosely in
the wash basket in this order:

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Large Items—like sheets. Do not
wrap around the agitator.

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Small Items—like washcloths.

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Medium Size Items—like towels.
Here is a typical full load:

3 Double Sheets
4 Long Sleeve Shirts

3 Boxer Shorts
6 Standard Pillow Cases
5 T-shirts

2 Pair Trousers

3 Handkerchiefs

This illustration, with clothes just
reaching the Clothes Retaining
Ring, shows a proper load. Clothes
have ample room to move because
they are not packed down, nor
wrapped around the agitator.
Clothes are loaded dry since wet
items are apt to pack down which
encourages overloading. This size

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What is the best size load of
clothes—iarge, mediiiiii, or
small? Save time, energy and

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the washer. Try to wash a full load
of clothes, if you can it is better to

save clothes until you have a fiill
load. If you must wash smaller

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detergent by adjusting the water
level for the size of the load. See
page 4.

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To add items after the washer has
started.

® Turn off the washer.

• Carefully remove the Filter-Flo
pan.

® Add any additional articles by
submerging next to the agitator.

» Replace the Filter-Flo pan and

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icsuui Ulc wasiici.

NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo
pan as a wash basket. Do not put

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any items to be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan.

NOTE: When washing stockings,
panty hose and other easily tangled
items, always handle separately. To
minimize tangling, we recommend
the use of a net laundry bag.

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Factors to consider in selecting detergents and soap

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Producís

Phosphate­Powdered Detergents

Non-Phosphate—
Powdered Detergents or moderately hard water.

Advantages

Perform well in hard or soft water

Wash all types of fabrics well.
Can be used in hot, warm, or
cold water.

Perform satisfactorily in soft

In some areas only non-phosphate May be difficult to dissolve.
products are available. especially in cold water.

Disadvantages

Are not available in some areas.

Generally do not clean well in
hard water.

Should not be used in cold water.
Those containing sodium

carbonate as an ingredient may
cause harmful limestone deposits
on clothes and washer when
combined with hard water.
(Seepage 12.)

Liquid Detergents Perform well in soft water. May not perform as well as

powdered phosphate products
when diluted in wash water.

Generally do not clean well in
medium-hard or hard water.

May combine with water

hardness minerals to form
sticky soap curd.

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Soaps

Offer better performance in
hard water than powdered
non-phosphate types.

Cleans synthetics and fabric
blends well.

Are excellent as concentrates
for removing spots.

Completely dissolve even in
cold water.

Perform well in soft water.

il

The results of continued use of carbonate detei^eiits

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

Effects on clothes
Although limestone buildup occurs

more rapidly on cotton, it will
eventually affect various fabrics in
the following ways:

® Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to
fabrics such as toweling.

® Causes colors to fade and become
dull and dingy.

® Causes graying of fabrics.
® Leaves a white, powdery residue

on dark-colored items.
® Causes spot-fading of bright

colors as a result of direct contact
with detergent.

® Reduces wrinkle-resistance of
permanent press fabrics.

® Destroys effectiveness of flame­retardant finishes on cottons such
as children’s sleepwear.

® Increases fabric wear because
of the scrubbing action between
limestone deposits on the fabrics
during washer agitation.

Effects OÎÎ washer

® Unsightly buildup on all washer
surfaces exposed to the wash
solution.

® Mat-like, crusty formations caused

by lint adhering to the sticky

limestone deposits.

® Increasexi service calls because
of limestone deposits in the pump,
recirculation water hoses, filters
and other washer parts.

® Reduced useful life of washer.

washer surfaces. The hardness
of your water and your washing
frequency will determine how
rapidly the limestone will build
up. if your water is VERY HARD

Recommended methods to
reduce limestone bnildui^

® Use a powdered phosphate
detergent or a liquid detergent if
these are available in your area.

• Install a home water softener.

This will signiflcantly reduce

limestone buildup.

® Use a packaged non-precipitating

'water softener, such as Calgon

brand with phosphate.

Good washing practices

may delay limestone damage

to clothes

The following recommendations

will temporarily delay the effects

of limestone on your clothes.

These are generally good washing

practices and will give better soil

removal whether or not you have

hard water or use carbonate

detergent.

® Use hotter wash water, for
example up to 150°F. for cottons.
This also improves oily-soil
removal.

® 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.

® 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

recommended detergent amounts

in relation to water hardness.

(11 or more grains) and if you wash

just a few loads a week, you may

see limestone buildups in just a few

months.

® Increase use of bleaches, presoaks,

packaged water conditioners, prewash

soil and stain removers to help in

removing stubborn soils and stains.

i

® 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 item.s
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 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.

* Vinegar soak solution may
reduce the wrinkle-resistance
of permanent press fabrics.

® Vinegar soak may damage

the dyes in some fabrics.

^LiMESTONE—iechnicaily called CALCIUM CARBONATE—is caused by the

reaction of the calcium in the hard water v/ith the sodium carbonate in the detergent.

12

How Miucìi detcìgeni shonìd you

lASCè

The use of a sufficient amount of
detergent is one of the most important
things you can do to make sure your
wash comes out clean.

If the recommended amount of
detergent produces too many suds,
switch to a low-sudsing detergent
brand, and follow instructions on

narViiCTf»

Amount required varies
according to:

1. Water hardness

2. Amount of soil

3. Size of load

4. T>'pe of detergent

5. Wash temperature
Use more detergent if

you have...

1. Hard water

2. Large loads

3. Greasy or oily soils

4. Lower wash temperature

5. Low phosphate detergent

Using too little detergent is a

pnmmon rniisft nf Iniindrv nrnhle.ms.

Always measure detergent in a
standard measuring cup.

Rcicommendec! amoimt of detergent for averi^e soil load

HovK to use detergent—granular
or powdered:

Place detergent in the filter pan for
normal conditions, but, for best
results, put it next to the agitator

after the clothes have been loaded.

If your detergent doesn’t dissolve

well, predissolve the detergent in
hot water, then pour directly into
the wash basket.

-——j t——-—“—

High-Sudsing
Powder lype

Low-Sudsing
Concentrated
Powder Type

LIQUID

Water

Hardness

VERY

HARD

10-20 Gr.

HARD

4-10 Gr.

SOFT

0-4 Gr.

0-10

Grains

0-10

Grains

Water Level Setting

Large

2 cups

1% cups IV2 cups

1 cup

1 cup

Medium

IM cups

1 cup

M cup Vi cup

FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS

Small

1 ‘4 cups

% cup

’/2 cup

Mini-Basket

'/2 cup

V* cup

/8 cup

‘4 cup

1. Use recommended amount of
detergent for your load and water
hardness as shown in chart.

2. When using other detergent
types—low and normal suds, powders,
liquids, non-phosphate powders—
follow recommendations on package ,

3. For hard water treatment, see
page 14.

13

Hard water—do you have it?

Before you can decide what to do
about hard water, you need to know
if you have it and, if so, how hard
it is.

® If you live in a municipal area,
contact your water company.

If your water is SOFT, you have
no problem. You can use soap or
detergent as you prefer and forget
all about hard water. If you have
HARD wter—less than 10 grains—
and you use phosphate detergent,
you also have no problem.

® If you live in a rural area, or in
some suburban areas, contact your
county agent.

But, if you have more than 10

itriiinc \/r»ii will ni»#»/! tn snftp.n vmir

water with either...

The answer will be “you have ‘so
many grains’ per gallon" and
means this:

0 to 3 grains per gallon—SOFT

li An installed water softener in
your home, or

2, The use of a packaged water
softener.

4 to 10 grains—HARD

11 to 19 grains—VERY HARD

For information on water
softeners, see chart below.

20 grains and over—
EXTREMELY HARD

Add this much water softener with a fiiil water level

-

-----

---------

Grains of
hardness

ncina

» f W.J***^

with detergent
WTien using

with soap

0-10

0

‘/3 cup

(80 ml)

10-15

\k rijn

(60 ml)

% cup

(160 ml)

15-20

Vi cun

(120 mi)

% cup

(180 ml)

20-25

% cup

(160 nil)

1 cup

(240 ml)

25-30

1 cup

(240 ml)
IV2 cups

(360 ml)

over 30

1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above

30 (240 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)

114 cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above

30 (300 mi plus 15 mi for each extra 5 grains)

14

Other laiindry products

laundry
product and type

BLEACH
Chlorine Liouid

such as Clorox brand

Non*chIorine such as
Clorox 2 brand

FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy Brand

Wash Additive such as

Rain Barrel brand

SANITIZER
Chlorine Bleach,
such as Clorox brand

WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating
such as Calgon brand

Precipitating such as
Borax brand

How to use it

Dilute bleach with at least one quart
(0.96 liter) water and add after wash
action has started and detergent is
dissolved.

Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.

Mix recommended amount with one
cup (240 mi)water and add at start of
riiiSc

Follow Package directions.
Add during wash cycle.

Use in case of infection and
contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.

Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.

Follow package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.

Special instructions

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.

'X\ T oK/alc

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) Reduces static electricity.

3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on
some clothes.

4) Do not pour directly on clothes.

5) For those гсСОШШеПиви for Hudliig tO thc WaSh C^'Clc,
such as Rain Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s
instructions exactly.

Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and
viruses?

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.

v^uiiiuilica Witii waiw iiaiviiiv^oo iiimwaio ixj xx/t ада

which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.

iyjiauuiavvuiwo X^U-L/wo awi.

SOAK AGENT

Follow package directions.

Such as Biz brand
FRETREÁTÍNG,

STAIN AND SPOT
REMOVERS

Follow package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’

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 separately.

*For more information on sanitizers, send for Government Bulletin, ^57B,

Consumer Information Center, Pueblo, Colorado 81009.

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damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain

remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
direct 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 /«n

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exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration
but may never eliminate it.

‘Sanitation in Home Laundering!’ available from the

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How to remove stains

1. Try to remove stains as soon as
possible. The fresher the stain, the
easier it is to remove.

2. Before attempting to remove
any stain, take these steps;

® Find the fabric and the finish in
the chart on the next page, and use
only recommended methods.

® Check the care label instructions
that came with the garment.

® Test stain removal product on a
hidden inside seam or on a sample
of the material.

® Avoid use of hot water on
unknown stain. It can set some
stains.

3. Follow stain removal with a
thorough rinsing.

4. Wash with recommended
amount of soap or detergent.

Stain Removal Hint
Using Chlorine Bleach for
White and Bleachable Fabrics.

Mix i/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine
bleach with one gallon (3.8 liter) of
cool water—approximately 80°F.

(27°C.)—in a sink or pan. Soak
stained area for 5 minutes and

launder in washer.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain.

Food or cooking oils on your
synthetic garments may càuse stains
which are virtually invisible and
which you may not notice as you

put your clothes into the washer.

If these stains are not completely
removed in the wash, the oily spots
may pick up dirt from the wash
water. Then they will become very
visible and you may think they were
caused by the wash cycle itself.

Once these spots become visible,
how can you remove them?

® Rub in undiluted liquid detergent
and let stand 30 minutes.

® Re-wash using hottest water the
fabric can stand.

See next page for
Stain Removal Guide.

For more complete information on
stain removal, request government
bulletin, “Removing Stains From

Fabrics,” 054D. To obtain a copy
write to: Consumer Information
Center, Pueblo, Colorado 81009.

Available at low cost.

How can you prevent these
“After-¥)u-Wash” stains?

® Increase the amount of detergent
normally used.

® Increase water temperature where
fabric will permit.

® Wash synthetic garments more
often.

Stain removal guide

Stain

lAdhesives

^ (Chewing Gum, etc)

Antiperspirants,
Deodorants

Blood

Chocolate, Cream,

ice Cream and Milk

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Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid
or Pancake Make-up, Rouge,
Powder; Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil.

Wiiite and Bieachable Fabrics
See Control Setting Guide, Bleach on Page 7

Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull tool to
carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge
with a safe dry cleaning fluid,* then launder.

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach
according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. If color has
changed, you may be able to restore it by sponging with
ammonia.** Rinse thoroughly.

Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,
bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.

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.

TVAblA^^UI, vaa
opposite page. Launder. With cream; Follow chart directions for
cream.

Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page.

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Other Washable Fabrics

Same as white and bieachable fabrics.

Same as white and bieachable fabrics

___________

except use iiun-ciuumie uiciiGii.

Sponge or soak in cool water, then launder.

Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe dry
cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid
detergent. Launder in warm water.

Sponge with warm water. If stain remains,
apply warm glycerine, let stand 30 minutes
and rinse well, or sponge with a safe dry
cleaning fluid.* Launder.

Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.*

Then launder in warm detergent water.

Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,
Wine, Vegetables, or Food
Coloring

Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch

Ink, Ballpoint

_j ____

rmiii diiu v¿ii I115U

Perspiration

Rust

*Caution; Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you are in a v/ell ventilated room when using them. No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is

familiar with the limitations and required cautions (usually printed on label). Use extreme caution with flammable compounds.

**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.

Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to Stain
Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots
while they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.) If
either type stain remains, bleach according to Stain Removal Hint
on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)

Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and
sponge with dry cleaning fluid,* or use spray cleaner. Apply
undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains; bleach according to Stain
Removal Hint on opposite page.

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banana oil. Launder in warm water.

Apply undiluted liquid detergent and jaunder in warm water. j.i
color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with
ammonia or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with safe dry
cleaning fluid* or bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page, launder and dry.

Apply nist remover,** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and
launder.

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of/-* Ko in ti;acKi»r

Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining

stain with non-cmorine DieaCii.

Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted

liquid detergent. Bleach remaining stain

with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.

Old mildew stains can seldom be removed.

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Same as white and bieachable fabrics

except launder using non-chiorme bleach.

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kJCAXAlW CXO WAIXVV' fcXliU

Launder in Warni Water. RiliSc well, BleaCh
with non-chlorine bleach.

Same as white and bieachable fabrics.

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Questions?
Use This Problem Solver

PROBLEM

LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
® Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate iint-producers (such as terry toweis and chenille)

from lint-receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).
® Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute per

pound of dry clothes.
® Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a

precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or liquid detergent; use
__________

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water softener.

* Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint. Predissolve granular
detergent in hot water before adding to washer; make sure detergent is completely
dissolved before adding clothes; switch to liquid or cold water detergent or use warmer
washwater. Seepage 13.

» Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer items with
correct water level. ^ ^

a Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle. Incrèase amount of

ucicigc^iit. Aw/.

e Incorrect use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, softeners may react with

detergent to create a white deposit. Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless package

specifiesaddingto wash cycle. Seepage 15. ^ ^ ^

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TTcf» r'r*rrp>r'tiimniintnfhlf‘flehflccf)rdin&to naCkaeè directions.

GREASY OR OILY

STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS

GRAYED CLOTHES

a Pilling usually on polyester-cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like _

lint. Tumingclothesinside-outmay provide some help.

® Static electricity caused by overdrying will cause attfaction. Use fabric soft;ener m

rinsecycle. ■ ' : ' ' ■ ■ - , . ■ ^ ■-

These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may notnotice them before

washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle, the

oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots Will then be ver>' visible. They

are not caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing.
Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can staaid. If spots appear^ rub in
undiluted liquiddetergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using
hottest water fabric can stand.

® Insufficient detergent. You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is
larger than normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is large or if

water is Hard to Extremely Hard.

® Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver 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.

® Poor or inferior detergent. Changetophosphatedetergent, if possible. Follow these steps:

1. Use water conditioner, (such as Calgon brand)

2= Pre-treat stains

3. Use hottest water possible

4. Use bleach where possible ^ ^

5. Use pre-soak aids ' ; ■ ■, , '

6. Install water softener ■ ; ■ '

e

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

GRAYED

CLOTHES

rrontinni^H'4

® Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing

gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of load.

® Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient.
However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments you may need to use
twice the reconunendeii amount of detergent.

® Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at the

IQ

® Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for

smauci iuaus.

» Detergent dissolves tod slowly. Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the
start of agitation. See page 13. ^

® To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:

1. Put clothes in waSfher. Fill with HOT water. Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels to
determine if ta water is suitable for garment.

® Add a ndn-precipi^tating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate—

use 2 V2 times as much as you need for normal water softening.
® Donotusedetergentdrsoap. ^ ^
® Allow clothes to gd through complete cycle.
» Repeat, if necessary.

2. If you prefer to use the Soak Setting, see page 8. Use the water softener in place of
soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.

#

YELLOWED
CLOTHES

BLUE OR GRAY
COLOR STAINS

3. Use the Mini-Basket tub-seepage 8. Increase detergent.

»Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent. Check

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oil. Restore whiteness following procedures on “Grayed Clothes^ above.
® Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics With resin finishes: Use oxygen bleach _

(such as Clordx 2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Instructions. Restore
color using color remover (such as Rit or Tintex brands), follow package directions.

® Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.

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before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.

2. Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and
manganese from water.

3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water
heater occasionally.

4. To remove spots: spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze
lemon juice through stain. To remove overaU yellow, use a commercially available
rust scale remover, following package instructidns. If porcelain damage can occur,
do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.

improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes; always
dilute before adding to rinse water. See page 15. To remove stains: dampen stained area
and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Re-wash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.

SHRINKAGE,
GENERAL

Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be safely
washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturers’ Care Instructions
exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.

(continued next page)

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The Problem Solver (continued)

PROBLEM
SHRINKAGE,

KNITS

WRINKLING IN
PERMANENT PRESS

AND “NO^IRON”
ITEMS

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

® shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched
and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may be pressed back
into shape after each wash and dry crycle.

® Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics)
is gradually removed by laundering. May be noticed ш older garments that have been
washed many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above.

® Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat­snapeu. W ncn wasiling, Uiymg U1 liuniug UJXiipciaiui^sa uiv iviiipw-ion.wiW£> now«
to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be prevented by
washing in cool or warm iyater; drying on Low or Delicate heat.

® Leavmg clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.

® Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one waisher load at a time. Do not combine loads.

» Improper loads; Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work
clothes, with lighter Perinanent Press items such as shirts or blouses. X)o not wash

Permanent Press with regülar laundry. ^

® Too many clothes in washer. Permanent Press loads should always be smaller than
regular loads.. .no rnore than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.

® Incorrect Wash and dry cycles. Use PermanentPress Wash cycle which provides a
cooldown rinse to mininuze wrinkling. Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.

® incorrect water level. Use Large Water Level for Medium Load, Mediuni Level for

SmallLoad. ^

s Repeated washing in too hot water. Wash in cold or warm water with plenty

■ofdetergent. :■■ ■■"■ .. :■ ■/■/', ■ ? -:,■;■'-■■■ ■ :

- ». a:.-.,.;

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»»»1» .4..» i-...Tf muoflicii o

non-phosphate detergent, avoid the use of high-carbonate-built detergent.

® Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use will minimize wnnkimg,
To remove wrinkles: ; . ’ . V ’ ;-'■■■;;■ '■'■■■;'■ . . ■■

1. Retumble on‘Permanent Press” setting. ^ ^ ^ ^ ^^ ^

2. Rerinse and dry on “PermanentPress” settinig.

3. If unsuccessful, retumble on high heat for 10 to 12 minutes and hang immediately.

A-'ironcafefully.; : : - " ■■ -, ' :■.■■■■■

5. Send to dry cleaners for pressing.

6. Some wrinkles mav remain which cannot be removed.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR

® Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Cheek to make sure all such objects

are removed. Also check wash tub.

® a»naps, nooKS, snarp ouiions, oeii oucKies, zippers, rasien nooKS, zippers ana

buttons. Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is especially important in

washing knits which snag easilv. Thrn knits inside out.

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® Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by
improper use of chlorine bleach. Use- only correct amount of bleach. See page 15=
Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come into contact with
undiluted bleach. Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes.

® Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and
toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels and other articles that
came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not contaminate
clothing articles with these chemicals.

® Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments before
washing and mend all rips and tears. ^

® As Permanent Press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This is
normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process. It is not caused by
washer. You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a
Large Water Level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press.
Remove collar stays, when possible. ;

® Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears. Check agitator and file rough

or»r>l-o if rif>r‘i»0C0r\7

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® Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere. This is inevitable and is not caused

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HEAVILY SOILED
AREAS such as
collars and cuffs

WASHER WON’T
OPERATE

® Too large loads, or too little water. Load washer only with number of items that will

move freely. Select correct water level.

Pretreat with liquid detergent.

® 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 knob is pulled out to ON position.
® Make sure lid is closed. Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open.
® Check house fuses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical

outlet, remove it. Washer should have separate outlet.

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The Problem Solver

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PROBLEM

water

TEMPERATURE
IS INCORRECT

WATER WONT
DRMN

WATER LEAKS

WASHER IS NOISY

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
® Make sure temperature selector switches are correctly set.
® Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and \

regulated correctly. i \

® Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets... ^ 1®J J

hot to hot, cold to cold.

® Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet

hoses from water valve. Clean the screens and reinstaii hoses.

® Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140° to 150°F.
» Make sure drain hose is not kinked.

® Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. above fioor.
® Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.

® Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
® Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and

frontjam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.
® A sharp distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor

stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in!’ This sound is normal.
® 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
wJien wasiiing a single, neavy iieiii ur a »man luau wucii

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.

WASHER PAUSES
IN CYCLE

® Washer normally pauses between washing steps. .. such as between wash and spin or

between spin and rinse. ^

if you need more help.. .call, toll free:
The GE Answer Center®

800.626.2000

consumer information service

79.

Care and Cleaning

If you need service

USER maintenance

INSTRUCTIONS

The tub. The porcelain is
self-cleaning. Leave lid open after
washing to allow moisture to
evaporate. Do not use harsh
or gritty cleansers.

The exterior. Wipe off any spills of
washing compounds. Wipe or dust
with damp cloth. Try not to hit
surface with sharp objects.

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

faucets and drain all water from
hoses if weather will be below
freezing.

Lubricate
with grease
or
Petroleum
Jelly.

The Activator® agitator. Remove
at regular intervals—about 4 to 6
months—and remove any lint that
may have accumulated. No tools
are needed, simply grasp agitator

with both hands and pull straight
up sharply. The slotted section at
the top of the metal shaft has a light
coating of lubricant to prevent parts
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.

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.

To obtain service, see your warranty
on the back page of this book.

WcTe proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details—including
your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations
General Electric Company

Appliance Park

Louisville, Kentucky 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:

Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North V/acker Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60606

How to remove limestone deposits from closed Filter Flo® pan

® Soak filter pan in a preheated
160 °F. (71 “C.) solution of half

vinegar and half water for 15
minutes. Then brush each side of

pan with a stiff bristle brush while

flushing with running water.

CAUTIONS:

® Do not soak in porcelain
container. Vinegar can damage
porcelain.

® Do not exceed 180 °F. (82 °C.)
or filter pan may warp.

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YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER

WARRANTY

fiavfi nroof nf oriainal Durchase date such as vour sales slid or cancelled check to establish warranty period

WnAi i^UU¥Cli£LI

FULL 0^4E-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor

in your home to repair or replace

any part of thB washer that fails

because of a manufacturing

defect.

LIMITED ADDITIONAL
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY

For the second through fifth year

from date of original purchase,
we will provide, free of charge,

replacement parts for any part of
the transmission that fails because

of a manufacturing defect. You pay
for the service trip to your home

onH C0fujo0 igbor charges. Or, if

you desire, we will provide a

compieteiy reconditioned

transmission. You pay for the

shop reconditioning labor, the
service trip to your home and
service labor charges.

Thjg ywgrranty jc 0xt0nded 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 technician’s travel
costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer Cars®
servicers during normal working
hours.

Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY,
GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY
SERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRIC-

HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or
GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER
CARE® SERV!GE=

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

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.

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager-Consumer Affairs, Genera! Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225

• Service trips to your home to

teach you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:

The QE Answer Center®

800.626.2000
consumer information service

® Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing and
other connecting facilities.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

• Replacement of house fuses or
IC^OOlUliy L/IIUUU 1^1 ^Cirv^l O.

• Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its iniGnded purpose
or used commercially.

® Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.

WARRANTOR IS A/OT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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