GE Spacemaker WSM2000H Use And Care Manual

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Contents

Appliance Registration

Repair Service

Care and Cleaning 25 Safety Instructions

3,4

Cautions 16 User Maintenance Instructions 25 Controls Setting Guide 8,9

VacationTips

Dryer

Warranty

Back Cover

Automatic Drying

7 Washer

Controls 7 Agitator 25 Dryness Selections

7 Controls

End-of-Cycle Signal 7

Detergents,Other Additives 11-15

Energy-Saving Tips 7 Energy-Saving Tips 7

Knits Drying Tips

Hard Water 14

Lint Filter

7 Limestone Deposits

Operating Instructions 7 Lint Filter

6,25

Perm. Press Drying Tips

7,23 Loading Clothes

Sorting 5 Operating Instructions

TlmedDrying

7 Sorting

Energy-Saving Tips

10 Stains

FrontAccessPanel

25 StainRemovalGuide

ModelandSerial Numbers

Problem Solver

18-24

UseandCareof

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Helpus helpyou...

Before using your Spacemaker~ Laundry, read this book carefully.

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

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number):

Consumer Affairs General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville, KY40225

If you received a

damaged

appliance ...

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the appliance.

Save time and money.

Before you request service ...

check the Problem Solver on pages 18through 24. It lists causes ofminor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’llfind them on alabel on the inside of the door or the rating plate on top ofthe dryer.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your appliance. Beforesending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

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

FORYOURSAFETY

Do notstoreoruse

gasolineorother flammablevaporsand

liquidsinthevicinity ofthisoranyother appliance.

FORYOURSAFETY

electricalswitches:

“Don’ttum electric switches on w off because sparks may ignitethegaei” -

All washing and drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established bythe Federal TradeCommission. January 1984.

IIMPORIANTSAFETY

Read all instructions

before

using

INSTRUCTIONS

this appliance.

W~G-To reduce the risk of fire, electricshock, or injury to pmons whenusing yourappliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

. Use this appliance only for ik intended purpose as described in

this Use and Care Book.

● This appliance 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 appliance, you can obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you.

–Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details inInstallation Instructions.

–Locate where the temperature is above 50”F.(10”C.)for satisfactory operation of the control system. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

–Comect to a properly rated,

protected and sized power-supply

circuit to avoidelectrical overload. —Exhausting to the outside is

STRONGLY RECOMMENDED

toprevent large amounts of

moisture and lint from being blown into the room. Carefhlly follow the details in the Installation Instructions. If your appliance is

notvented to the outside, see

special instructions on page 25.

. Turn off wa~r fauce~ when the washer is not in use to relieve

,’; .pressure on hoses and valves, and

‘yw’;’s*t&’&i~i~zeleakage if a hose or

valve should break or rupture.

● When disconnecting this appli-

. .

ante pull by the plug rather than

Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped overor otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

● Do not repair or replace any

part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommendedinthis Use and Care Book or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

To minimize the possibility of injury:

● Do not mix chlorine bleach with

ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

● Do not wash or dry articles

that havebeen cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustibleorexplosivesubstances

(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,and do not use these

substances around your washer

and dryer during operation.

. ~DROGEN GAS is produced

by the chemical action within

your waterheater and the gas can

accumulate in the water heater

ador water pipes if hot waterhas

not been used for a period of two

weeksorlonger.HYDROGENGAS

CANBE EXPLOSIVE UNDER

THESE CIRCUMSE4NCES.So to

preventthe possibility of damage or injury, if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more, or

moveinto a residence in which the

hot water system may not have been used for some time, turn on

allhot water faucets and allow

them to run forseveral 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.

● Never reach into washer while

it is moving. Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, push the cycleselector knob in, then wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

● Never reach into the dryer

while the drum is moving. Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, wait until the drum has completely stopped.

● 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

dryer or removing them from service, remove the lid or door.

c Keep all laundry aids (such as

detergents,bleaches, fhbnc softeners, etc.) out of the reach of children, prefemblyinalockedcabinet.Observe all warnings on container labels to avoidpersonal injury.

● Keep the floor around your

appliances clean and dry to redu,ce

the possibility of slipping. -“’”

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the cord to avoidd~age to the cord or junction of cord and plug.

IMPORTANT SAFEI’Y INSTRUCTIONS (...tied)d)

● 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 dryer lint filter).

NOTE: Pushing the washer cycle

selector knob in or turning the dryer cycle selector to OFF does NOI’disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

DO not tamper with controls.

● Do not operate this appliance

if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has

missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

● Never climb on or stand on the

washer or dryer top.

● Do not wash or dry fiberglass

articles in your appliance. Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during

subsequent use of the appliance.

To minimize the possibility of a fire hazard:

● Do not use heat to dry articles

containing rubber, plastic, or similar materials (such as padded bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, etc.) as these materials may melt or burn. Also, some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain circumstances

produce fire by spontaneous combustion.

● Garments labeled “Dry Away

From Heat” (such as lifejackets

containing Kapok) must not be put

in your dryer—fire hazard could

result.

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● Do not wash or dry articles

For‘%is~erOp&&iOn“’ @

that have been cleaned in,

s Do not leavewasher lid up during:

washed in, soaked in, or spotted

cycle. This will stop the spin action

with combustible or explosive

and preventcompletion of-tie qcle..

substances(such as gasoline, ~ ~ ~~~: A,- ~~~. . ~. ;+;,~.,... ~ .-

degreasers, drycleaning solvents,

Dryer-applied

kerosene, etc.) which may give

fabric softeners or

off vapors that could ignite or explode. Do not add these ‘

anti-static conditioners

substances to the wash water,and do not use these substances around your appliance during operation.

● Any article on which you have

used a cleaning solvent, or which contains flammable materials (such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.) must not be placed in or near the dryer until all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed. There are many highly flammable items used in homes such as: acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates.

● Clean the dryer lint filter

before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.

s The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned periodically by a qualified individual.

● Keep area around and

underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

Youmaywish to soften your laundered fabrics or reducethe staticelectricity in them. We

recommendyou use eithera fabricsoftener in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer’s instructions for those products, or try a dryer-added product for whichthe manufacturer gives writtenassurance on the package thattheir product can be safely used in your dryer.

Service or performance problems caused bythe use ofthese products arethe responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered bythe warranty

ofthis appliance.

SAW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

● 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.

How to sort the clothes

Sort by surface texture

Separate

from

LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry

towelingand chenille—give up lin~

LINT COLLECl_ORS-such as man-made fibers and napped fabrics likevelveteen and corduroy—attract lint, and must be dried separately.

For more information about lint control, see page21.

Sort by fabric

Separate

from

Sort by color

Separate

from

Sort by soil

Separate

from

Normally, if you sort clothes correctly for washing, you will haveproperly sorted drying loads.

Here’san additional suggestion for good dryer load make up:

Sort by weight

Separate

from

Itpaystocheckandpre-treat before washing.

● Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,

zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks and buttons.

c Do any necessary mending—

rips, hems, tears.

● Check all items for areas of heavy

soil or stain and remove stains.

For Stain Removal Guide, see page 17.

● Turn Poly Knits inside-out to

minimize fabric surface damage.

Soaking-a good way to loosen deep soils and stains.

A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another wayto removeheavysoils, embedded dirtand evensome stains.Fordetailed information on how to soak in your washer, see page 6.

Forinformation on soaking agents, see page 15.

How tooperateyour clothes washer

W~G—To reduce the risk of fwe, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

Load the washer properly

● Add accurately-measured

detergent to empty tub. Seepages

11through 13.

● Load clothes loosely. Dry clothes

level should be no higher than the top row of circular holes in the wash tub. Do not put clothes on top of the

agitator or wind them around it. For best results, mix large items with small ones. When washing a single heavy item, such as a shag rug or bedspread, add one or two other pieces to balance the load. Large items should be no more than one-half ofthe total load.

Here is a typical full load: 2 double sheets 2 long-sleeve

3 boxer shorts

shirts

3 T-shirts

4 standard

2 pair trousers

pillowcases

● Tobleach the load, measure

liquid bleach accordingto directions on container. Afl.erwasherhas fdled and agitatedfor severalminutes, add diluted bleach to the wash water.

How to use powdered bleach, fabric softenemand other laundry products is explained on page 15.

● Close lid. Washerwill fill and

agitate but will not spin with lid open. This washer has a Safety Lid

Lock. As a safety measure the lid will be automatically locked during

the spin portion of each cycle. The

lid will automatically unlock about 30 seconds after the end of the spin cycle. Toopen lid during spin cycle, push Cycle Selector IN and wait for lid lock to release, about 30 seconds, before opening.

Foryour personal safety, never reach into washer while parts are moving. Alwaysstop washer to

load, unload, add forgotten items

or additional laundry aids.

washing temperature

water level

PULL STAR

Set the controls

See the Controls Setting Guide on

@ Push Cycle Selector in and

pages 8 and 9. turn clockwise to your selected

~ Select WmhingTempemture.

Cold rinse will be automatically

provided with all cycles. ~ Select WaterLevel.

SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 fill of clothes.

MEDIUM: Between 1/3and 2/3 full. LARGE: Over 2/3 full of clothes.

wash cycle. ~ Pull Cycle Selector out to start

the cycle. Note: If you have selected the Perrn

Press or Regular cycleand wish to “’ change cycle setting after washer has s-wed, push Cycle Selector in and wait for washer to stop. Then reset to the new position. Setting can be changed at any time during the Perm Press or Regular cycle.

Self-cleaning lint filter. The lint filter needs no attention from you. Lint collected during washing and rinsing of clothes is automatically flushed down the drain.

How to soak in the washer

Set Washing Temperature control.

Add detergent or soak agent. Turn

Cycle Selector to desired cycle.

)elicate cycle

S~artthe washer. After washer fills

Toget the full benefit of the

and begins to agitate, push inthe

Delicate Cycle, always set it at

Cycle Selector to stop washer.Allow

the beginning of the cycle. During

to soak for as lorw as desired. After

wash, the Delicate Cycle alternates

desired soak, tur; tothe last Spin.

between agitation and pauses to

Pull out the Cycle Selector to

protect delicate clothes.

complete the cycle.

How to operateyour dryer

W&ING-To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,

read the IMPORTANT SAF’ETYINSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

Load the dryer properly

● Load sorted clothes into dryer.

See page 5.

● Clean lint filter before each load.

Remove the lint filter by pulling straight out. Wipe all accumulated lint from screen. Occasionally wash filter using soap and warm water. Rub lightly, rinse and dry thoroughly. This will help remove all fabric softener buildup.

Do not use dryer-applied fabric softeners unless you follow these lint cleaning instructions.

Do not operate dryer without lint filter in place.

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f+ ,

timed dry . . . . . . . . .. HlGH

automatic . . . . . . rvIEc)wM

delicate . . . . . . . . . ..LOw

air fkIff. . . . . . . . . NOHEAT

4 :“ 3ati\l

drying temperature push to start dryer

Set the controls

See Controls Setting Guide on pages 8 and 9.

OTur@cle Selector clo&wise to desired cycleand select correct

drying time for load type. ~Press Push to !hrtbutton.

(Opening door during operation stops dryer. Tore-start, close door andpress Push to Start button again.)

● Close door. Door must be closed

before dryer will operate.

when cycleis compl&ed. “

End-of-cycle signal

Buzzer sounds brieflv to alert you

Dryness Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycle

setto

● For most normal loads.

Middle Pbsition

#umat*/0

Set

toward

● kr loads thatinclude heavyweight fabrics.

MORE DRY

,$33 ‘g /

If you desiretoremovemoremoisture.

\&+

Settoward

For lightweight fhbric loads.

LESS DRY

-* k?

For very small loads. (Add two or more similar

“%~~>e articles, even if dry, to assist tumbling.)

● If p desire to remove less moisture.

Fblyester Knits& ~rm

h3SS Drying T@

● Do not overload—Garments

beingdriedordewrinldedshould tumblefreely.

● Removeclothes immediately—

Tohelp prevent wrinkling, remove from the dryer immediately at the end ofthe drying cycles.

● Place on hangers-Permanent

Press and Polyester Knit garments look best if placed on hangers after drying.

How Timed and Automatic.

Drying

Dfler

Automatic drying-’e Automatic

Dry Control system continually senses air temperature in dryer drum. Wetlaundry keeps this air cool. When drum air is warm enough, heat turns off. When the air cools, heat turns back on. This on and off cycling may happen a number oftimes (depending on the fabric, load size and Cycle Selector

*).

TheCycle Seleetoradvances

(when the heat is off’)until it automatically turns dryer off.

Timed drying-You sekxt the

number of minutes you wish the dryer to run and it turns off at the end of this time period.

ControlsSetting Guide for different fabrics and loads

W=her

Wash Water

W-h

WashCycle

Dry

~pe of Load

Temperature

Cycle

Setting

Cycle

Baby Clothes

Plastic-lined items

Warm

Delicate*

Set at START.

Air Fluff (No Heat)

Diapers

Hot Regular See #1 below. Timed Dry (High Heat)

Man-made fabrics~ Warm Delicate*

Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Mixed cottons Warm Perm Press

See #2 below.

Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)

Bedspreads

Follow Label Directions.

Blankets

Electric Warm

Delicat&

Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Man-made** Warm Delicate*

Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Woolen Warm Delicate*

Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Cottons /k Linens

Colorfast/White

Hot

Regular

See #1 below.

Timed Dry (High Heat)

Non-Colorfast

Warm

Curtains

Cotton Hot or Warm

Regular See #1 below.

Timed Dry (High Heat)

Man-made?* Sheers Warm Delicate*

Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Permanent Press

Warm

Perm Press see#2 below.

Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)

Delicates

Lingerie, Knits Warm Delicate*

Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Foundation Garmentst

Warm

! Delicate*

I Set at START.

! Delicate

(LOW Heat)

Glass Fiber

Do not wash glass fiber in the washer.

%-rnanent Press

I I I

Curtains

Warm

Perm Press See #2 below. Automatic

Drv [Medium Heat)

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Draperies

Warm

Delicate*

[

Set at START.

Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)

Dresses, sportswear

Warm

Perrn Press See #2 below.

Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)

Heavy slacks

Hot

Perrn Press

See #2 below.

Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)

Knits, man-made** Warm Delicate* Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Lingerie Warm Delicate* Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Sheets & pillowcases

Hot

Perm Press See #2 below.

Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)

White shirts, blouses

Hot

Perrn Press See #2 below.

Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)

Work clothes

Hot

Perm Press See #2 below.

Automatic Drv (Medium Heat)

Plastic

Warm

Delicate*

Set at START.

Air Fluff (No Heat)

ouilted Items

Follow Label Directions.

Swimsuits

Follow Label Directions.

Sweaters. man-made fabrics**

Warm

I Delicate*

] Set at START. I Delicate (Low Heat)

Synthetic Sheets

Warm

Delicate*

Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Washable Woolens Warm

Delicate*

Set at START.

Delicate (Low Heat)

Work Clothes Hot

Regular

See #1 below.

Timed Dry (High Heat)

#l Regular Cycle: 10-15minutes for Heavy soil, 5-10 for Normal soil, up to 5 for Light soil.

#2 Perm Press Cycle: 12 minutes for Heavy soil, 4-8 for Normal soil, up to

4 for Light soil.

*Delicate cycle alternates between pauses and agitation during wash.

**Man-made fibers (synthetics) such as polyester, nylon and ac~lics must be dried using the Delicate (low heat) Cycle. If you mix various types of

fabrics in your drying load, set the controls for the lightest weight fabrics and remove when dry. Then reset the control for the remaining fabrics.

fNever dry foam rubber or similarly textured, rubber-like materials in the dryer except on AIR FLUFF (no heat). Fire hazard may result.

Save and refer to Garment Manufacturers’ 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.

Dryer

Dry Cycle

Setting

25-40

Midpoint

85-95

65-95

Full loads 65-75 Small loads 35-45

25-35

5-1o

Less Drv

20-30

30-40

Special Instructions

Plastic-lined pants, bibs, pads, crib sheets may be washed with regular load but should be dried separately. Rinse at once, soak in diaper pail with solution of cold water and borax (1% teaspoons to gallon). Soak before

washing with a presoak product. Use warm water.

Pretreat heavily soiled areas; brush on a little liquid detergent, or wet area and rub in detergent. Use Warm Soak for oil and juice stains; cold for egg, milk and cereal stains.

Follow Label Directions.

Shake out excess dust. Remove stains. Pretreat heavily soiled areas with detergent. Washone large or two small blankets at a time.

See “Washable Woolens” instructions below.

If badly sun-weakened, even hand washing will cause tearing. Be sure colors are fast and fabric is washable.

Remove hooks and non-washable trim. Use Warm Soak if heavily soiled.

Frequent washing lengthens life, helps retain shape. Remove non-washable trim. Close zir.mers;fasten hooks.

. .

Do not dry glass fiber in the dryer.

Less Dry

If badly sun-weakened, even hand washing will cause tearing. Be sure colors are fast and fabric is washable.

Midooint

Remove hooks and non-washable trim. Use Warm Soak if heavily soiled.

Midpoint

More Dry

Turn slacks and dark items inside out to prevent whitening of seams and creases.

25-35

20-30

Midpoint

Use Warm Soak for pillowcases stained with hair oil.

Midpoint

Pretreat collars and cuffs with liquid laundry detergent.

More DrY

I See “Work Clothes” instructions below.

15-20

Some plastics will tear if machine washed. Place small items in mesh bag for washing. If shower curtains are soap-streaked, add Calgon brand to wash water; don’t use detergent.

Follow Label Directions. Follow Label Directions.

40-55

Pretreat around neckline. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.

15-20 I

5-15 As a general rule, if wool can be hand washed, it can be “washed” by soaking in the washer. A liquid

detergent is preferred because it dissolves faster in a soak than a granulated detergent. Pretreat woolens with liquid detergent. Never use chlorine bleach.

65-85

Pretreat heavily soiled areas by rubbing in liquid laundry detergent. Let stand 30 to 60 minutes. If clothes are heavily soiled, use Warm Soak for greasy and oily soil. Cold Soak for flour, dust, blood-stained garments. Use 1/4to 1/2cup liquid laundry detergent in SOAK; 1/2to 1cup in Wash.

DO N(YI’tumble dry jackets or pillows containing Kapok. Fire hazard may result. N~E: The Cycle Selector settings indicated here are to be used as a guide. Youmay find that best results are obtained for some of your fabrics by

setting the Cycle Selector to either side of the recommended settings.

Energy=sa* tips

If your clothes and household items don’tlook clean and fish after washing, you will probably re-wash them... and that means you’ll waste energy. Remember to sort your clothes carefblly, and load them properly, select correct cycles, use enough detergent and choose a

water temperature warm enough to

release and get n“d

ofsoil.

● Use H~ wash—140°F.(60°C.)—

on a regularbasis ordywhen 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 WARMwash temperature setting on your washer—temperatures approximately 95°F. (35°C.). If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings, use H(YI’wash occasionally, if safe for fabrics.

● Alwaysrinse in COLD water.

The temperature of the rinse does not affect cleaning.

● 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 the amount of water. Small loads should have lower water levels.

● Washin off-peak utility hours.

Yourlocal utility can tell you which are the off-Deskhours.

● Sortclothesbyweightso youwon’t

haveto run an extra cyclefor one or twoheavier, slower-drying items.

● Do not overload dryer. The drum

should be no more than half full of wetarticles. For efficient drying, clothes need to tumble freely. Overloading prolongs drying time andproduces unevendrying.

● Use Automatic Drying Cycle

whenever possible to help prevent overdrying and saveenergy.

● Tohelp prevent ironing, remove

garments immediately at end of drying cycleand place on hangers.

● Dry your clothes in consecutive

loads. Using a “warm” dryer will saveenergy.

. Cl-lint filtereachtimeyoudry.

● Clean dryer exhaust ducting

atleast once ayear. A partially clogged exhaust canlengthen drying time.

Factorsto consider

in selecting detergentsand soap

Products

PhosphatePowdered

Detergents

Non-PhosphatePowdered Detergents

Liquid Detergents

Soaps

Advantages

Perform well inhard or softwater

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

Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water.

In some areas only non-phosphate products are available.

Perform wellin soft water.

Offer better performance in

hard waterthan powdered non-phosphate types.

Cleans synthetics and fabric blends well.

Are excellent asconcentrates forremoving spots.

Completely dissolve evenin cold water.

Perform well insoft water.

Disadvantages

Are not available in some areas.

Generally do not clean well in

hard water.

Maybe difficult todissolve, especially in cold water.

Should not be used in cool water. Those containing sodium

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

Maynot perform as well as powdered phosphate products when diluted inwash water.

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

May combine with water hardness minerals to form

sticlg soap curd.

The resultsof continued use of carbonate

Is your water hard? If it is, and

washer surfaces. The hardness

if you use a carbonate type non-

ofyour water and your washing

phosphate detergent, you will

frequency will determine how

most probably notice limestone*

rapidly the limestone will build

depo;its on your clothes and

up. Ifyour water is VERY HARD

detergents

}

(11or more grains) and if you wash ‘

just a few lo~ds a week, you may

see limestone buildups in just a few months.

Ef’kctson clothes

Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on cotton, it will eventually affwt various fabrics in the following ways:

● Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to

fabrics such as toweling.

c 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 flame-

retardant 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.

llffects

onwasher

● Unsightly buildup on all washer

surfaces exposed to the wash solution.

● Mat-like, crusty formations caused

by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits.

● Increased service calls because

of limestone deposits in the pump, recirculation water hoses, filters and other washer parts.

c Reduced useful life of washer.

Recommended methods to

reduce limestone buildups

● Use a powdered phosphate

detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area.

● Install a home water softener.

This will significantly 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 youhave 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 saveenergy, 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.

● Increaseamount of detergent.

Seeguide on opposite page for recommended detergent amounts

in relation to water hardness.

● Increaseuse of bleaches, preso~,

packagedwaterconditioned, prewash soil and stain removers to help in removing stubborn soils and stains.

● Use greater care in sorting loads.

Washvery dirty loads separately

and increase detergent to help keep dirt from redepositing on less soiled items. Washdelicate items 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-15minute;. USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent.

CAUTIONS:

● Vinegar soak solution may

reduce the wrinkle-resistance ofpermanent press fabrics.

● Vinegar soak may damage

the dyes in some fabrics.

*LIMESfONE-technically calledCALCIUMCARBONATE—is caused bythe reactionof the calciumin the hard

waterwiththesodiumcarbonatein the detergent.

How much detergentshould you use?

The use of a sufficient amount

If the recommended amount of

of detergent is one of the most

detergent produces too many suds,

important things you can do to

switch to a low sudsing detergent

make sure your wash comes out

brand, and follow instructions on

clean.

package. Excess suds are not

Amount required varies accordhw to:

necessary to get clothes clean and can hamper wash action.

1. Waterhardness

Usingtoolittledetergentis acommon

2. Amount of soil

‘cause of laundry problems. Always

3. Size of load

measure detergent in a standard

4. Type of detergent

measuring cup.

5. Washtemperature

Use more detergentif

you have. . .

Hard water

Large loads

[[la

Greasy or oily soils Lower wash temperature Low phosphate detergent.

k—

How to use granular or powdered detergent.

For best results, put the detergent in the washer before the clothes

have been loaded.

If your detergent doesn’t dissolve well, pre-dissolve the detergent in hot water and put it in the washer before clothes are added.

Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load

I I

Water Level Setting

Water

Hardness

LARGE MEDIUM SMALL

VERY

HARD

1Y2 cups

1%cups

% cup

10-20Gr.

POWDERED

HARD

DETERGENTS 4-10 Gr.

1%cups

cup

%cup

SOFT

O-4Gr.

?4cup

V2 cup

‘Acup

CONCENTRATES

AND

0-20

Grains

FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS

LIOUIDS

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

2. When using other detergent types-low andnormal suds,powde~, liquids, non-phosphate powders— followrecommendations onpackage.

3. For hard water treatment, see page 14.

Hard water

Before you can decide what to do

about hard water, you need to know if you be it and, if so, hcw hard it is.

● If you live in a municipidarea,

contactyourwatercompany. ~

● Ifyoulive inaruralarea, or in

some suburbanareas,contactyour countyagent.

Theanswerwill be “you have ‘so

many grains’ per gallon” and means this:

Oto 3 grainspergallon-SOFT

4 to 10grains-HARD

11to 19grains-VERY HARD 20 grainsandover—

EXTREMELY HARD

If yourwateris SOFT,you have

no problem. Youcanuse soapor

detergent as you prefer and forget all about hard water. If you have HARD water-less than 10 grains-and you use phosphate detergent, you also have no problem.

But, if you have more than 10

grains, you will need to soften your water with either...

1. An installed water softener in

your home, or

2. The use of a packaged water

softener. For information on water

softeners, see chart below.

Addthis much watersoftenerwith a fullwaterlevel

Grains of I hardness

o–lo lo–15

15-20

20–25

25–30

over 30

When using

‘Acup

%cup

% cup 1cup

1cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains

with detergent

(60 ml)

(120 ml)

(160 ml)

(240 ml)

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

1%cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains

When using 1%cup

% cup

% cup 1cup

1%cups

above 30 (300 ml plus 15ml for each

with soap

(80 ml)

(160ml)

(180ml) (240 ml)

(360 ml)

extm 5 grains)

Other

laundry

Laundry Product & Type

BLEACH

Chlorine liquid

such as Clorox~ brand

Non-chlorine 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 Cloroxm brand

WATERSOFTENER

Non-Precipitating such as Calgorf” brand

Precipitating such as Borax~ brand

SOAKAGENT

Such as Biz’”brand

PRETREATING ST~ AND SMX REMOVERS

Such as Spray ‘n Wash” and K2R” brands

TINTS AND DYES

Wwdered such as Rit” and Tintex” brands

products—

How touse it

Dilute one cup 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 ml)

water and add at start of rinse

cycle.

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.

Follow package directions for grass, perspiration, egg, baby formula, blood, mud and other stains.

Follow package directions. Treat only heavily soiled areas. Check garment’s hang tag for instructions.

Follow package directions. N~E: Tinted garments may not be colorfast. Wash separately.

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.

3) Check manufacturer’s hang tags for special instructions.

1) Maybe used on all kinds of fabrics.

2) Is most effective in hot water.

1) Helps make clothes fluf~ and soft.

2) Reduces static electricity.

3) Use carefully. Tbo much may cause staining on some

clothes.

4) Do not use with other laundry additives.

5) Do not pour directly on the clothes.

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

Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses?

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping water clear.

Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.

Do not use with chlorine bleach as chlorine stops the stain removal action of enzyme soak agents.

CAUTION: Control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the washer and/or dryer. Apply these pretreatment products away from the appliance. The fabric may then be washed normally. Damage to your appliance caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your

warranty.

Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go through complete cycle (5-rein. wash) using hot water,

l/2 cup (120ml) detergent, 1cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe

exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in

washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration but may never eliminate it.

*Formoreinformationonsanitizers,sendforGovernmentBulletin#57B, “SanitationinHomeLaundering?

Writeto:

ConsumerInformationCenter,Pueblo,Colorado81009.

Howto removestains

1. Try to remove stains as soon as

possible. The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.

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

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

. 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.

. Avoiduse of hot water on unknown stain. It can set some stains.

3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.

4. Washwith recommended amount of soap or detergent.

Stain removal hint—

Using chlorine bleach for white and bleachable fabrics.

Mix 1/4cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8liter) of cool water—approximately 80”F.

(Z7°C.)-in a sink or pan. Soak

stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer.

TheCaseof the “~~ible” Stain.

Food or cooking OiIS on your

synthetic g~en~

my cause stainS

which are virtu~ly 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 horn the wash water. Then they will become very visible and you

may think they were

caused by the wash cycleitself.

Once these spots become visible, how can you removethem?

. Rub in undiluted liquid detergent

and let stand 30 minutes.

● Re-washusing hottest waterthe

fabric can stand.

How can you prevent these “After-.ou-Wmh}>smim?

● Increase the amount of detergent

normally used.

● Increase water temperature where

fabric will permit.

● Wash synthetic garments more

often.

Important Cautions

● NEVER PUT HIGHLY VOLATILE

SUBSTANCES LIKE GASOLINE, KEROSENE, OR NAPTHA INK) A WASHER OR DRYER.

NEVER PUT WASHABLE ARTICLES THAT HAVE GASOLINE, KEROSENE, NAPTHAOR (YT’HERHIGHLYWLATILE SUBSTANCES ON THEM INA WASHER OR DRYER. FAILURE ~ COMPLY WITH THESE WARNINGSCOULD RESULT IN A FIRE, EXPLOSION OR SERIOUS BODILY INJURY.

All items

with volatile substances on them

shouldbe HAND washedthoroughly

with a detergent sothat no trace of volatile substance remains. The articlescanthen be machine washed. Only after thorough hand washing and machine washing should the article be placed in the dryer.

Do not use these substances around your washer and/or dryer during operation.

*Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you are in a well ventilated room when using them. No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitations and required cautions (usually printed on label). Use extreme caution with flammable compounds. Under no circumstances should fhbricscontainingflammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer.

**Donot mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can

produce atoxic gas which may

cause death.

See next page for Stain Removal Guide.

For more complete information on stain removal, request government

bulletin, “Removing Stains From

Fabrics;’ 054D. Toobtain a copy

write to: Consumer Information

Center, Pueblo, Colorado 81009.

Availableat low cost.

—

Swn remOValguide Savea.drefertoG.rmentManufacturers’ Car. Instructions.

stain

White and Bleachable Fabrics

See

Wmhing Guide,Bleachon page15

Other Wxhable Fabrics

Sameas white and bleachable fabrics.

Adhesives

(Chewing Gum, etc.)

Rubwith ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull tool to carefilly scmpe ofas much adhesive or gum as possible.

Sponge

with a safe dry cleaning fluid,* then launder.

Anti-perspirants, Deodorants

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 ammonia7* Rinse thoroughly.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics exceptuse non-chlorine bleach.

Spongeor soak in cool water, then launder.

Blood

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

Chocolate, Cream, Ice Cream and Milk

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

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

Coffee and Tea Wkhout cream: Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on

opposite page. Launder. Wh.hcream; Follow guide directions for cream.

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

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

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

Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.* Then launder in warm detergent water.

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

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

Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining stain with non-chlorine bleach.

Sponge with warm water. Apply

undiluted

liquid dete~ent.

Bleach remaining stain with non-chlorine bleach, then launder. Old mildew stains can seldom be removed.

Scorch can seldom be removed.

Same as white and bleachable fhbrics except launder using non-chlorine bleach.

Grass, Foliage, Flowers, Mildew, Scorch

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots while they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fhbric.) 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.

Ink, Ballpoint

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

Paint and Varnish Soften with oil, lard or Vaseline, then sponge with turpentine or

banana oil. Launder in warm water.

Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach with non-chlorine bleach.

Perspiration Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If

color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with

ammonia or vinegars If any stain remains, treat with safe dry cleaning fluid* or bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.

Apply rust remover,= using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and launder.

Same as white and bleachable ihbrics.

Rust

Questions?

Use This Problem Solver

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY

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WASHEROR DRYER

● Make sure controls are p~prly ‘Set‘~d ~&er cycleselectoris pulled out or dryer ~~.

WON’TSTART

STARTbutton is pushed. . . ,,, ,.$&,, => ~~~~,

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● Applimce unplugged. Make sure Cordis firmly plugged into electrical outlet.

● NOpower toappliance. Check f&es ndiircuit breakers to make sure appliance is

getting current.

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----. Dryer door is open. Dryer will not ~ wi~’’d~’~~pen. Make sure washer lid k+C]O&d. Washerwill fillbut will not spin with lid o~n::. -, ~

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WON’TDRAIN

. Kinked or pinched hose. Check and correct.

● Topofdrain outlet should be less than 8 feetabovethe floor.

WATERLEAKS

● Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.

● Make sure end ofdrain hose is correc~y insefied into and secured to drain facility.

WASHERWON’T

● Lid not closed. Washerwill not progress through spin cyclewith lid up. Make sure lid

SPIN AND isclosed. Lid will be automatically locked during spin portion for safety. COMPLETE CYCLE

CL~HES ARE

● Load mayhavebeen excessive y out of balance. Redistribute clothes and rerun through

ABNORMALLY

final spin.

WET AFTER SPIN

APPLIANCE IS

● Me~llic “clicks” heard astimer advances during operation are normal.

NOISY

● Unevenfloor. Make sure appliance is level ad fkm to floor.

● Heavi]y unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin, and

maycause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases, (usually occurs when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water level is set higher than

necessary) the spin basket may strike tie outer tub, creating aloud but harmless noise. Tocorrect, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.

WATERDOES NOT

. Faucets turned off. Make sure faucetsare on and adjusted coITectly.

ENTER OR ENTERS SLOWLY

● Hoses kinked. Check and correct.

● clogged screen in water valve. Unscrew fill hose from washer and clean screen if

necessary. When reassembling, make hand tight PIUS1/3turn with pliers.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY

WATER

● Faucets not adjusted to give desired temperature. Readjust them.

TEMPERATURE INCORRECI’

● Household waterheater not set to deliver correct temperature—140°to 150°F.

(60° to 66°C.). Reset it.

● Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet hoses from water valve. Clean

the screens and reinstall the hoses.

QMake sure selector controls are properly set.

● Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets-hot to hot, cold to cold.

WASHER PAUSES

● Washer normally pauses about 1/2minute in progressing from one portion of its cycle

IN CYCLE

to the next.

● Alternate pauses in the agitation are normal in the delicate wash cycle. Agitation will

resume in 1-2 minutes.

GREASY OR OILY These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may not notice them before STAINSON washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle, the LAUNDERED

oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible.

GARMENTS They are not caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after

wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using hottest water fabric can stand.

YELLOWED

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

CL~HES

hem of T-shirt or pillow case. If they are white and center is yellow, it contains body oil. Restore whiteness following procedures on “Grayed Clothes;’ page 20.

● Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach

(such as Clorox 2 brand). Refer to garment manufacturers’ care instructions. Restore

color using color remover (such as Rit or Tlntex brands), follow package directions.

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

L Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.

2. Havea speciaI filter or chemic~ feeder installed in your home to remove iron and manganese horn water.

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

4. Toremove spots: spread stained portion over pan ofboiling water and squeeze lemon juice through stain. To remove overall yellow, use a commercially available

rustscale remover,followingpackageinstructions.

The Problem Solver(continued)

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

BLUE 0~ GRAY

● Improper use of iiibric softener. Never pour fhbric softener directly cm clothes;

COLOR STAINS ...

alwaysdilute before adding to rinse water.,’lonmxmmes@@ dampen-stained area and

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rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safk for fabric.

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GRAYE~

● Insufficient detergent. Youmay need to increase the amount of detergent used, if the

CL(YI’HES

load is larger than normal, if soil is hemier than average(especially oily soil), if water level is high, or if water hardness is above average.

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

water at the washer 140°-150°F.(60°- 66°C.). Do not wash when other hot water needs-such as dishwashing or family baths-are heavy.

● Poor or inferior detergent (or use of soap in hard water). Change to phosphate

‘r

detergent if possible. Follow these steps:

● Use water conditioner (such as Calgon brand).

. Use hottest water possible.

● Pretreat stains.

● Use bleach where possible.

● Use presoak aids.

● Install water softener.

. Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of load.

c 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 recommended amount of detergent.

s Washing too long may result in increased soil redeposition. Use shorter wash time for

smaller loads.

● De&rgent dissolves too slowly. It is important that detergent be present in the wash

solution at the start of wash agitation.

Torestore grayedclothes—

Most grayed clothes can beat least partially restored by the following procedure:

(a) Put clothes in washer. (b) Fill with H~ water. Check manufacturers’ hang tags to determine if hot water is

suitable for garment. (c) Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon brand with

phosphate. Use 2% times as much as you need for normal water softening. (d) Do not add soap or detergent.

(e) Allow clothes to go through complete cycle. (f) Repeat, if necessary. (g) If you prefer to soak clothes, use water so~ner in place of soak agent or pre-wash

detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.

————

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY

HEAVILYSOILED . Pretreat with liquid detergent. AREAS such as collars and cuffs

LINT OR RESIDUE

● Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint-producers (such as terry towelsand chenille)

ON CLOTHES

with lint-receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy). . Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, use 1minute per

pound of dry clothes.

● Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals in water to

form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint.

● Use phosphate detergent or liquid detergent; use warmer wash water or soften water

with an installed mechanical softener or apackaged water softener.

● Undissolved granular detergent mayleavepowdery residue on fabrics which can be

mistaken for lint. (a) Seepage 13forrecommendations on how to add detergent to speed up complete

dissolving. (b) Use a liquid or special cold water detergent. (c) Predissolve granular detergent in hot water, or make sure detergent is dissolved

completely in wash water before adding clothes. (d) Make certain clothes haveample room to move in washer. (e) Use a warmer wash water.

● overloading ofwasher will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Washfewer

items in each load. Make sure water levelis correct for size of load.

. Too much bleach. Over-bleached items, such as towels, will shed excessive lint. Use

correct amount ofbleach according to package directions.

● Not enough detergent. Enough detergent must be used to hold lint in suspension during

washcycle. Increase amount ofdetergent used. Amount is determined bywater

hardness, size of load, degree of soil and amount of water. Seepage 13.

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

detergent to create a white deposit. Use fabric softeners only in rinse cycle, unless package specifies adding to washcycle.

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

lint. Turning clothes inside out may help.

● Stitic electricity caused by Overdying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener h

rinse cycle.

Tocorrect—

All of the abovecauses of residue except pilling can usually be removed from garments

through use of correct laundry procedures.

The Problem Solver(continu~)

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY

SNAGS,HOLES, :: ~“’

‘*Pinsong&n&ntsorsharpobjectsleftinpockets.Removeallpins, checkpock&sofall .

‘w;msoR@&~~,L

;? “

_befbmputtingin washer. Also checkwaskrto seeifany objects remairiedin; ~~

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17u7eis rwsokion once

● Snaps, hook, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers.Make sure all hooks, S-repsand” ‘

this tjpe ofdbnwgehas “ buttonsarefhstened.Removesharpbuttonsandbeltbuckles. ‘IMsisvery important occurred.

whenwashingknits,which snageasily.‘Ihrnknitsinsideout.

● Improperuseof chlorinebleach. Holes mayhaverandomsquareshape;yellow

discoloration,fabricwill be weakatedges of hole. (a) Use only correct,measuxedamountofbleach, (b) Neveraddundilutedbleachto washertubnorallowclothes tocome in contactwith

undiluted bleach. Do not wipe upbleach spills with clothes. (c) Damage from chemicals such as hair preparations (bleach, dye, home permanent

solution), battery acid, some toilet bowl cleaners. Immediately rinse thoroughly towels and other articles which havecome in contact with these chemicals before putting them in washer.Avoidcontaminating items ofclothing with such chemicals.

● Small, umotic~ holes, km or fiP@ S-S may enlarge during washing. Check

garments carefully before loading washer and mend all rips and tears.

● ~ ~mment press gmen~ age, they may show fraying at COllarSad cuffs. This is

dueto the weakening of the fibers bythe permanent press process. It is not caused by the washer.Youcan slowthis process by washing small permanent press loads with a large waterlevel. Do not washheavy items such as towels with permanent press. When possible, removecollar stays.

● Roughness or bums on agi~tor due to d~age incurred by heavy belt buckles, etc.

Examine agitator for roughness or burrs and smooth by filing if necessary.

● Maybe using wrong cycle for delicate fabfics. Use delicate cycle. Referto garment

manufacturer’s care instructions.

● G~ents we~ened by aging, or by sun or atmosphere. This is an inevitable process

and isnot caused by the washer. Youmay slowdown process byuse of delicate cycle.

● Toolittle water in washer or too large a load. Load washer only with the number of

itemsthat will move freely. Select correct water level.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY

WRINKLING IN

● Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Immediately after dryer stops

PERMANENT PRESS

tumbling, remove clothes and place them on hangers.

AND “NO-IRC)N” ITEMS

● Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.

● Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles,

even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.

● Improper loads. Avoidlaundering heavy permanent press items, such as work

clothes, with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or blouses. Also do not wash or dry permanent press items with regular laundry.

● Too many items in washer. Items must haveroom to move freely. Permanent press

loads should alwaysbe smaller than regular loads.. .no more than medium loads.

● Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use permanent press wash cyclewhich

provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also, use automatic dry cycle.

● Incorrect water level. Use large level for medium load; medium level for small load.

● Repeated washing in too hot water. Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of ‘

detergent.

● Accumulation of lime scaledue to use of carbonate detergents. If a non-phosphate

detergent must be used, avoidthe use of a carbonate-built detergent. QFailure to use fabric sofhmer. Proper use of fabric softener will minimize wrinkling.

Toremove stubborn wrinkles—

1. Retumble on automatic dry setting with small load.

2. Rerinse and dry on automatic dry setting.

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

4. Iron carefully.

5. Send to cleaners for pressing. 6 Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed?

*N- ~ you~11~goodwry

proca~ @ pe&nent pressclothesstillcomeoutWfiIlkkd,the

finishmay notbe good quality.Also,inpermanent

press synthetidcottonblends,thecottonportionof

thefabric can eventually wear awayleaving only the synthetic. Since the mtton has resin ftish that

imparts the memory, a loss or decrease of permanent press performance will result.

The Problem solver (continued)

PROBLEM

SHRINKAGE, GENERAL ~

SHRINKAGE, KNITS

CL~HES TAKE

TDO LONG TO DRY

DRYER MAKES “THUMPING” NOISE

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

● Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a ~her orby h~d; oth~~ IIMYk%l,.: .

safely washed but will shrink in”adryer. Follti garment manufacturers* care instructions exactly.If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.

● Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fiibricsthathavebeen improperlystretched

andelongatedby the manufacturer.Whenthis occurs, garmentmaybe pressedback intoshape aftereach wash anddrycycle.

● Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starchor sizing (in some fhbrics)

is graduallyremovedby laundering.Maybe noticed in older garmentsthathavebeen washedmanytimes withoutpreviousshriribge. Treat as for RelaxationShrinkageabove.

● Shriige caused by overheating occursin certainknit fabricsthathavebeenheat-

shaped.When washing, dryingor ironingtemperaturesexceed the temperaturesused to shapeset, shrinkagemayoccur. This cannotbe corrected,butit can be preventedby washingin cool or warmwater;dryingon low ordelicate heat.

● Controls improperly set. Check all controls to make sure they are correctly set for

the load you want to dry.

c Improper ducting. Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with Installation

Instructions.

● Obstruction in exhaust ducting. Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction,

make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily. If metal flexible ducting is used, be sure it is not kinked and is installed according to Installation Instructions.

● Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. Check household fuses or circuit breakers.

Most electric dryers use two. It is possible for one to be blown or tripped, and the dryer to still tumble without heat.

● Improper sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-to-dry items with lightweight articles.

● Toomany items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.

● Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two more similar articles, even

if dry, to insure proper tumbling.

● If your dryer is operating on a 208-volt circuit, longer drying times can be expected.

● Clothes were excessively wet when they were put into the dryer.

s Temporary start-up sound. Dryer drum is mountd on four specially compounded rubber wheels. After extended storage and exposure to extreme temperatures, a

thumping noise may occur when dryer is first startd. This will soon disappear.

If you need more help... call, toll free:

The GE Answer Center@

800.626.2000 consumer information service

Careand Cleaning

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

. Wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth. Occasionally wash it with mild soap and water and then apply a light coat of appliance polish to help preserve the finish.

● Keep the area around and

underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

c Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

● For long vacations, be sure

water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if the appliance will be exposed to freezing weather.

● Winterizing instructions:

The washer cannot be operated in freezing temperatures. Before you

store the appliance, remove water from all parts of the washer.

1. Turn off water supply faucets.

(The front access panel between washer and dryer may have to be removed. See procedure at right.) Disconnect hoses from faucets and drain.

2. Add 1gallon of non-toxic RV antifreeze (available from the hardware or recreational vehicle store) to the washer tub.

3. Push the timer knob in, turn the knob to the right to SPIN and pull the knob out.

4. Let the washer spin for 1or 2 minutes to let all water drain out. Some but not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.

5. Push in the timer knob, dry the tub interior, disconnect the electrical plug, close the lid.

6. Store the appliance in an upright position.

7. Before reusing washer, after

storage, run was~er through a cycle to rinse out the antifreeze.

. Lint filter. The self-cleaning lint filter needs no attention from you.

c Washbasket. After each use,

leavethe lid open to allow moisture to evaporate. Clean thoroughly with nonabrasive household cleanser to

removedeposit leftby heavily soiled clothes. Do not use harsh cleansers.

● Agitator.Removethe agitator at

regular intervals—about4 to 6 months—and removeany lint that mayhaveaccumulated. After removing the front access panel, as shownat right, unscrew the agitator

cap, grasp the agitator with both

hands, and pull it up and out of the

washbasket.

The slotted section at the top of the

metal shaft has a light coating of lubricant to prevent parts from stickingtogether.If this area appears

to be dry, apply a light coat of grease or petroleum jelly around the shaft before replacing the agitator. Do not overgrease. Excess grease may get into the clothes load.

When replacing the agitator, carefully lower it straight down onto the agitator support block and

replace the cap securely.

Dryer

If your dryer is exhausted to the outside, inspect and clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year.

How to reduce the possibility of

a fire hazard, if your dryer is not exhausted to the outside:

Aclothesdryerproducescombustible lint. When the dryer is not exhausted

to the outside, this lint is more apt

to accumulatein and near the dryer, which could create a fire hazard.

● Clean the lint filter before every

load. See page 7.

● Inspect the area behind the front

access panel at least once a year and clean out any lint that may have accumulated. Wipe or vacuum, being careful not to di~turb any electrica[ or mechanical connections.

How to remove the front access panel between the washer and dryer

Magnet assembly

Take out 2 screws holding the magnet assembly and remove the magnet assembly.

Then take out 2 screws at top corners of access panel and lift access panel up until tabs at bottom of panel slip out of slots at rear of washer.

I!!I!J

The washer lid can now be opened enough to allow you to remove the agitator, and the dryer exhaust ducting is accessible for inspection and cleaning.

To replace the front access panel,

fit tabs on panel into slots at rear of washer, push panel back in place and replace screws and magnet assembly.

If YouNeed Service

Toobtain service, see your

on the back page of this book. We’reproud of our service and

A f ,--.,

, ,.- $+?>,.

want

youto,@ pleased. !f for some reasonyou arenothappywiththe serviceyou receive,herearethree stepsto follow forfhrtherhelp.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. Inmost 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, Kentuclg 40225

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

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Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606

YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC SpAmMAKERm LAUNDRY

WARRANTy

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales sliporcancelledchecktoestablish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRA~TY ~,

This warranty is extended to

Fo~one year from date of ori9inal - the original purchaser and any

purchase, we will provide, free of

succeeding owner for products

charge, parts and service labor

purchased for ordinary home use

in your home to repair or replace

inthe 48 mainland states, Hawaii

any pati of the Spacemakerm

and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the

/auncfry that fails because of

warranty is the same except that it is

a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED because you must pay to ship

the product to the service shop or for

LIMITED ADDITIONAL the sewice technician’s travel costs to FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY

your home.

For the second through fifth year

All warranty service will be provided

from date of original purchase, by our Factory Sewice Centers or

we will provide, free of charge,

by our authorized Customer Care@ replacement parts for any part servicers during normal working of the washer transmission that

hours. fails because of a manufacturing

Look in the White or Yellow Pages defect. You pay for the service trip

to your home and service labor

of your telephone directoy for

GENERAL ELE~RIC COMPANY, charges. Or, ifyou desire, we

GENERAL ELECTRIC FAClORY will provide a completdy

SERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRIC-

reconditioned tmnsmission.

You pay for the shop reconditioning

H~POINT FAClORY SERVICE or labor,the service trip to your home

GENERAL ELE~RIC CUSlOMER and service labor charges.

CARE@SERVICE.

WHAT IS NUT COVERED youhowtousethe~rodud

● Setvice trips to your home to teach

. Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

Read your Use and Care material. If you then have any questions

● Failure of the product if it is used

for other than its intended purpose

about operating the product, please contact your dealer or

or used commercially.

our Consumer Affairs office at the

● Damage to product caused

address below, or call, toll free:

by accident, fire, floods or acts

The GE Answer CenteF

of God.

800.626.2000 consumer information service

WARRANK)R IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

● Improper installation.

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

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

mayalsohaveotherfights which vary from state to state.

To know what your

legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs ofice or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning

this warmnty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, General

Electric COmPanY, Appliance park, Louisville, KY 40225

Part No. 141558 Pub. No. 49-9525

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