GE WA8610S, WWA3650S, WWA5600S, WWA5710S User Manual

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Washer
Safe~
Operating Instructions, Tips
Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Settings .............................................7
Cycle Descriptions .........................................5
Cycle Times
Energy-Saving Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Filter
Operating the Washer ...........................6- 10
Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings .......9
Care and Cleaning
Agitator
Storage and Vacation Tips ........................21
User Maintenance Instructions ...............21
instructions ....................3, 4
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Pan
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Preparation
Detergents and Additives ..................13, 14
Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........13
Loading the Washer ...............................8, 12
Sorting
Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stain Removal Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Consumer Services ..................23
Appliance Registration .................................2
Important Phone Numbers .......................23
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service
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Solver.......................l7-2l
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Clothes........................................8,
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WA5710S
WA5600S WA3650S
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new washer 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 GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225
To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer
800.626.2000 consumer information service.
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WA~ING: For your safety the information in this
the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, person@
Save time and money.
Before you request service . . . check the Problem Solver section. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
If you received a
damaged washer...
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the washer.
Para obtener la espafiol
GE Answer Center”, information
te16fono
de
800.626.2000.
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manual, name a
para el consumidor,
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must be
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 numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your washer.
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injury
or loss of life.
to
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—Do not store or
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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TO DO ~ YOU
Do not try to
Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not me any phone in your
use
gasoline or other
S~LL
tight
any
apptiance.
btiding.
GAS
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Mediately cd your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. instructions.
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cannot
the fire department.
—htilation
by a qualified instier, service agency or the gas supplier.
Clear the room, building or area of
all
occupants,
All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
If You Need Service
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.
First, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, 20 North write all the details—including Chicago, IL 60606 your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225
FOMOW
the gas
supptier’s
reach your gas supplier,
and service must be performed
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
Wacker
Drive
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WARNING—TO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
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fo~ow
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Book.
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before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer
—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.
<onnect
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.
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is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress,
recommended in this Use and Care Book or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
persons when using your appliance,
basic precautions, including the following:
This washer must be properly
installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
Center!
to adequate plumbing and drain
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
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Do not repair or replace any part
of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
800.626.2000.
To minimize the possibility of injury:
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Do not mix chlorine bleach with
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ammonia or acids such as vinegar rust remover. Mixing toxic
gas
which may cause
can
produce a
deati.
andor
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fl
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(such as wax, paint, gasoline, cleaning ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use these substances around your washer operation.
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can accumulate in the water heater 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 which the hot water system may not have been used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets and
several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.
Do not wash or dry articles that
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have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances
degreasers, dry-
solven~,
WARN~G—HYDROGEN
is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater and the gas
Never reach into washer while it is
kerosene, etc.) which may
andor
dryer during
aBow
them to run for
GAS
andor
water
moving. Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, push in the Cycle
Selector knob to OFF position, then wait 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.
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WORTANT
Keep all laundry aids (such as
detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners,
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Keep the floor around your appliances clean and
dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
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‘ etc.) out of
preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.
Keep the area around and underneath
your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
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: Turning the Cycle Selector
~
knob to an 0~ position does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the power supply,
the
reach of children,
SAFEH WSTRUCmONS
(continued)
Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing cord or
Never climb on or stand on the washer top.
Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer.
Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use.
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For
Do
This will stop the wash and spin action and prevent completion of the cycle.
or
broken parts, including a damaged
plug.
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wmher
not leave washer lid up during cycle.
The laundry process can reduce
~eflmeretmdmcy of
manufacturer’s care instructions should be followed very carefully.
fab~cs.
operation
Do not
timper tith
controls.
SAVE
T~SE
mSTRUCTIONS
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Regular
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For most cottons, linens, work and play clothes. Longer wash times plus deep rinse, spray rinse A cold water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles and spin provide thorough washing and detergent in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar removal.
Cycles—
Permanent Press
For loads of synthetics, blends and/or delicate fabrics.
apparel with normal soil.
Cycles—
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Handwash System—
Saves time and energy when washing small loads The Spotscrubber cycle uses a special wash cycle and
of lightly soiled clothes. A special agitator concealed a highly concentrated detergent solution in a small
under the
loads gently-but uses up to 2470 less water than the regular level selection.
Optional Extra Rinse
The option of an extra rinse helps assure complete bleach and detergent removal when extra detergent was used or where unusual skin sensitivity to detergent is a concern.
Knits
A shorter An early and long spray rinse cools down fabrics before the washer reaches maximum spin speed to help prevent wrinkle setting.
regular agitator
ef&ctively.
washes small and delicate amount of water in the Mini-Basket tub.
The Handwash System
Cycl+
Cycle—
cycle
specially-designed for today’s knits.
low
water
Spotscrubber System—
Rinse water carries away soils and detergent suds and automatic extra rinse assures complete removal of detergent.
PreWash
For use when clothes are excessively soiled. Provides an agitated soak, and a soak without agitation, followed by agitation and spin. Washer must be reset for desired wash cycle.
Extra Cleaning
For modern fabrics with heavy or oily for a
long
Cycl+
Cycle—
time, loosens stubborn soils.
soil.
Agitation
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Soak
Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time, then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle.
Delicate
For lingerie and fabrics requiring special care, this cycle has a gentle wash and a slow spin.
Washable Silks
For fine washable silks. Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions
Cycle—
CyclH
Cycle—
Auto Soak
This will add additional wash time on cycles to allow the detergent to break down excessive soils. After the Auto Soak is complete, it will automatically move through the selected cycle.
Washable Woolens
This cycle helps to reduce the need to wash these fabrics by hand.
Mini-Basket
Uses the Mini-Basket feature. Provides a complete wash, rinse and spin cycle.
Cycl%
Cycle—
System—
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR
CLOTmS
WASHER
Features and appearances may vary slightly
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.
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WWA3650S
Setting the Controls —
Controls and features will vary from model to model
Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide to help you make the proper selections.
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Select Wash Spin Speed.
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Select Water Level.
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3
full
of clothes. MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2 full. LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full. EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
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Select
@ fish
Was~inse
Temperature.
Cycle Selector knob in
and turn clockwisetc
your selected wash setting.
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out to
Selector knob
stirt
the washer.
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START
If
you wish to change setting after washer has started, push Cycle Selector knob into stop
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the washer and reset to the new position. Setting can be changed at any time.
STOP
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OPEMT~G
~STRUCTIONS
(continued)
Sorting and Loading
Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color
and amount of soil, according to instructions in How to Sort Clothes section.
. *Remove the
The underside of the
is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes.
Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents
section for information on detergents and other
laundry additives.
Filter-Flo@
(*on models so equipped)
pan.
lid
Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not
to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.
. *Position the
collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is finished. See How to Use the
Do not use the basket. Do not put any items to be washed in
the
See Bleach section for instructions in their uses
(on models so equipped).
s
For information on how to
softeners, see Other Laundry Products section.
Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin
with the lid open.
Cycle Times —
Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)
NOTES:
Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle.
Total time does
not
include water fill times. Fill times vary
depending on household water pressure and your selected water level.
Filter-Flo
Filter-Flo
Filter-F1o
pan.
pan on the agitator. Lint
Filter-Flo
Pan section.
pan as a wash
use
bleaches and fabric
will
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WWA571O
WWA5600
WWA36S0
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Cycle Suggested
For Clothes
Loa~abrics
such as:
WasMSpin
Speed
Permanent Press & Knits
Delicates
Regul~
Extra Cleaning & Auto Soak
Special Instructions
*DOWn-filled
garments
Synthetics
Permanent press, treated cottons,
Normal/Slow
blends with cottons
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Down-filled garments, if machine
Gentle/Slow
washing is recommended*
Pillows**
Baby clothes (delicate)
Lingerie
Cottons and linens
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Denims
Blankets***
Baby clothes (sturdy)
Work clothes with heavy soil
Gentle/Slow
Normal/Fast
Normal/Fast
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 a paste made of water and powdered detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 garments at a time or add towels to balance. GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.
**Pillows
***Blankets
Pillows are made of different
materials–dacron,
foam, polyester, natural feather, and down. MANUFACTURER. S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend, to prevent escape of the filling.
Fill
washer, add detergent and agitate for several minutes. Add two pillows at a time to balance load. Use largest water level.
Fill washer with water; add detergent and allow to dissolve. Add blanket. WASH ONLY ONE BLANKET AT A TIME. On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage. Pre-treat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
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H
OPERAT~G ~STRUCTIONS
OW
to Use the Bleach Dispenser
(continued)
(on models so equipped)
Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, pour it
into the wash basket along with your detergent. Do not pour powdered bleach
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Measure bleach carefully.
Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly
into bleach dispenser.
Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow.
Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage.
Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly
onto clothes or into the wash basket.
into the bleach dispenser.
H
OW
to Use the Filter-Flo Pan
The Filter-Flo pan is the lint filter. Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator after loading clothes into the washer. Lint is easily seen and removed after the wash is finished.
H
OW
to
Use the Soak
Soak: Turn the Cycle Selector knob to soak. Start
Cycle
(on models so equipped)
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NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash basket. Do not put items to be washed in the Filter-Flo pan. Do not place detergent packets
in the Filter-Flo pan.
NOTE: For an extended soak,
allow
the washer the washer. Add pre-measured detergent or soak to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the product; add clothes.
soaking agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the washer (keep lid closed) and allow to soak for as long as desired. After desired soak period, pull out the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle.
ENERGY-SAV~G
If your clothes and household items don’t look and fresh after washing, you will probably rewash them.. and that means you’ll waste energy.
Remember to sort your clothes carefully, and load them properly, select correct cycles, use enough detergent and
enough
Try to wash less often. Save articles of the same
type of fabric until you have a
If you must wash smaller loads, adjust the amount
of water.
choose u water
to re[ea.se
Small
loads should have lower water levels.
and get rid
temperature warm
c?f
~oil.
full
load.
clean
10
TPS
Always
of the rinse does not affect cleaning.
Wash in off-peak utility hours. Your local utility
can tell you which are the off-peak hours.
Use your washer’s Normal Spin. This will remove
more water during spin, which will shorten drying cycle to save more energy.
rinse in cold water. The temperature
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Sort by Surface Texture
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 lint control, see The Problem Solver section.
Sort by Fabric
Separate
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Sort by Soil
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Sort by Color
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In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection,
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it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible.
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and loads, see the Fabric and Cycle Settings guide.
It pays to check and prepare
clothes for washing.
Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, and fasten snaps, hooks and buttons.
Do any necessary mending—rips,
hems, tears.
Check all items for areas of heavy
soil or stain.
Remove stains. See Stain
Removal Guide.
Turn
poly
knits inside-out to
minimize fabric surface damage.
EXTRA CLEANING (See
Tips to Help You Select
Settings section for instructions.) See Stain Removal Guide. See Fabric and Cycle
Settings guide. See The Problem Solver section.
Soaking and Pretreating—a good way to loosen deep soils and stains.
A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another way to remove heavy soils, embedded dirt and even some stains.
Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or a preliminary step to a complete wash cycle. For detailed information on how to soak in your washer, see How to Use the Soak
Cycle.
FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS, see Other Laundry Products Guide.
Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing
in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap. For best results, wait 1/2 hour before washing.
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER
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 likely to pack down which encourages overloading. This size load requires a full water fill.
What is the best size load of clothes—large, medium, or small? Save time, energy and
detergent by avoiding extra use of
the washer. Try to wash a full load
of clothes. If you can it is better to
save clothes until you have a full
load. If you must wash smaller loads, save water, energy and detergent by adjusting the water
level for the size of the load. See Operating Instructions.
Load clothes dry.
Take a properly sorted group of
clothes and drop them loosely in the wash basket in this order:
~
Large items–like sheets. Do
not wrap around the agitator.
~ Small
items–like
washcloths.
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Medium size items–like
towels.
DO NOT OVERLOAD YOUR WASHER.
Try to mix large and small items
in each machine load for better washing action.
Wash large items (blankets, bed
spreads, mattress pads, etc. ) separately.
If machine is overloaded, you
may experience
oversudsing
or
out of balance conditions.
TO Add Items After the Washer Has Started
s
Turn off the washer by pushing in the Cycle NOTE: When washing stockings, panty hose and
Selector knob.
*Cwefully
remove the
Filter-Flo
pan.
(*on models so equipped)
other easily tangled items, always handle separately. To minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net laundry bag.
Add any additional articles by submerging them next
to the agitator.
. *Replace the
Filter-Flo
pan and restart the washer.
Special Recommendations for Washing Permanent Press If You Do Not Have a Dryer
If you are machine-washing permanent press clothes that you
plan
to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to
minimize wrinkling in the wash process:
Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops
and hang
immediately:
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
should
that
Use more water than you would for a regular load.
Use a medium water level for a
extra large water
be washed.
level
small
load. Use an
for a medium load.
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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. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount.
Amount required varies according to:
1. Water hardness
2. Amount of soil
3. Size of load
4. Type 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
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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
s
If you 1 ive in a rural area, or in some suburban areas,
The answer will be “you have ‘so many grains’ per
gallon
O to 3.5 grains per gallon (3.8
3.6 to 7 grains—HARD
7.1 to
10.6 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD
1
ive in a municipal area, contact your
water company.
contact your county agent.
(3.8 liters).” This means:
10.5
grains—VERY HARD
liters)—SOFT
If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds, switch to a lower brand, and follow instructions on package.
Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup.
WATER—DO YOU
How to use detergent; granular, powdered or liquid:
sudsing
detergent
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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 water—less than
10 grains—and you use phosphate detergent, you
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 the manufacturer’s recommendations.
For best results, add detergent to the wash basket before loading clothes. If you load your clothes first, add detergent next to the agitator.
IT?
also
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Laundry Product and
BLEACH Chlorine liquid such as
Clorox
Non-chlorine such as
Clorox
2 brand
FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Downy brand
SANITIZER Chlorine bleach
such as
Clorox
WATER SOFTENER Non-precipitating such as
Calgon
Precipitating such as
Borax brand SOAK AGENT
Such as PRE-TREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT REMOVERS Such as and
TINTS AND DYES Powdered such as and
Biz
Spray’n
K2R
Tintex
brands
~pe
brand
brand
brand
brand
Wash
Rit
brands
OT~R
LAU~RY
How to Use It
Use your bleach dispenser. See How to Use Your Bleach Dispenser section.
If you do not have a bleach dispenser, pour diluted bleach next to the agitator
Follow package directions. Put bleach into washer with detergent.
Follow package directions for diluting softeners.
Use in case of infection
and contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.
Follow
package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Follow
package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Follow package directions.
Follow package directions. Treat only heavily soiled areas. Check garments’ care labels for instructions.
Follow package directions. NOTE: Tinted garments may not be colorfast. Wash separately.
PRODUCTS
Suecial
1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour
2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine
3) Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions.
1) May be used on most fabrics. Test fabric first.
1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.
2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use the following manufacturer’s directions. Too
4) Do not pour directly on clothes.
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses.
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping water
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.
For best results, soak garments a minimum of 30 minutes.
CAUTION: Washer and dryer control panels and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the washer. Apply these pre-treatment products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed normally. Damage to your washer caused by pre-treatment products is not covered by your warranty.
Clean
complete cycle using hot water,
I cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe exterior parts. may discolor plastic in washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration but may never eliminate it.
Instructions
undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes.
bleached such as: silk, wool,
much may cause a hard, rough feeling on some clothes.
clear.
washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go through
spandex,
1/2
or non-fast colors.
cup ( 120 ml) detergent,
Caution:
Tinting
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1.
Try to remove stains as soon as possible.
Test stain removal product on a hidden
The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. inside seam or on a sample of the material.
2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take these steps:
Find the fabric in the chart on the next page,
and use
Check the care label instructions that came with
only
recommended methods.
Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains.
It can set some stains.
3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.
4. Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent.
the garment.
Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and
Mix
1/4
cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool
water—approximately
80°F. (27°C. )—in
a sink or pan. Soak stained area
Bleachable
for 5 minutes and launder in washer.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain
Food or cooking
oils
on your synthetic garments may cause stains which are virtually invisible and which you may not notice as you put your clothes into the washer.
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
Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.
let
stand 30 minutes.
How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash” Stains?
Increase the amount of detergent normally used.
Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.
Wash synthetic garments more often.
Fabrics
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STAIN
~MOVAL GU~E
Stain
Adhesives (Chewing Gum, etc.)
Antiperspirants, Deodorants
Blood
Chocolate, Cream, Ice Cream and Milk
Coffee and Tea
Cosmetics: Eye Shadow, Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid or Pancake Makeup, Rouge, Powder; Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil
White and Bleachable Fabrics
See Controls Setting Guide.
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water.
cargfull}
with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * rinse well, then wash as usual. Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach
according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder. 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 the Stain Removal Hint; launder.
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid,* rinse well, then wash as usual. Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint.
Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for cream.
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid,* rinse well, then wash as usual. Bleach according to the Stain Removal
scrape ofla.s much
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Sponge
Other Washable Fabrics
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics except use non-chlorine bleach.
Sponge or soak in cool water, then launder.
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe cleaning fluid,* rinse well, then wash as usual.
Sponge with warm water. If apply warm glycerine, let stand minutes and rinse well, or sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid, then wash as usual.
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning rinse well, then wash as usual.
stain
remains,
30
+
rinse well,
tluid,*
Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices, Wine, Vegetables or Food Coloring
Grass, Foliage, Flowers, Mildew, Scorch
Ink, Ballpoint
Perspiration
Rust
A
*Caution: Because
are in a well ventilated mom when using them. Nn cleaning
A
and required cautions (usually printed with flammable compounds.
Under nu
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in
tluid should be used unless user is familiar with
circumstances should fabrics containing flammable Imatcrials
Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to
the Stain Removal Hint; launder.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots while they are fresh, before mold has a chance If either type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and use a spray cleaner or sponge with dry cleaning then wash as usual. Old Removal Hint; launder.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water.
[f
color has changed you maybe able to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar. dry cleaning fluid,* rinse well, then wash as usual.
Apply rust remover, and launder.
cleaning
fluids
on label).
wasber.
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Use
cxtrcmc caution
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to
weaken fabric. )
stfiins:
Bleach according to the Stain
** [f any
stain remains, treat with sate
Usjng
manufacturer’s directions. Rinse
be sure
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Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining stain with non-chlorine bleach.
Sponge with warm water. Apply
/iquid derergerrr.
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old
mildew stains can seldom be
removed. Scorch can seldom be removed.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
tluid,
* rinse well,
not [mix
vinegar and/or rust which
Chlorine
may cause death.
and refer to garment manufticturcr ’s c:tre labels.
except launder using non-chlorine bleach
Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach with non-chlorine bleach.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
b[eacfr
remover. Mixing can prnduce a toxic gas
with ~mmonia or acids
such
undiluted
as
Bleach remaining stain
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PROBLEM
LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES
QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
[
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers
(such as terry towels and
chenille) from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).
9
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 forma precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or liquid detergent; use warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged 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 wash water. See Detergent section.
Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer items with correct water level.
Too much bleach. Use correct amount of bleach according to package directions.
Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle. Increase amount of detergent. See Detergent section.
Incorrect use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, softeners may react with detergent to create a white deposit. Use
speci~es
Pilling usually on polyester-cotton blends is caused by norm~ wear md may look
adding to wash cycle. See Otier Laundry Products section.
softenersin
rinse cycle only unless package
- -
like lint. Turning clothes inside-out may provide some help.
c
Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener in
rinse
cycle.
GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED GARMENTS
GRAYED
CLOTHES
These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may not notice them before washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle, the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible.
not
They are wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand.
caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after
K
spots appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, 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 to
the washer at such as
Poor or inferior detergent. Change to phosphate detergent, if possible. Follow these steps:
1. Use water conditioner (such as
120°F.–1500F. (45°C.+50C.).
dishwashing
or family baths-are heavy.
Calgon
Do not wash when other hot water
brand).
needs—
2. Pretreat stains.
3. Use the hottest water possible.
4. Use bleach where possible.
5. Use presoak aids.
6. 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.
(continued next page)
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM
GRAYEDCLOTHES (continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
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.
Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at
bottom of opposite page.
Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for
smaller loads.
Detergent dissolves too slowly. Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the
start of agitation. See Detergent and Additives section.
To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:
1. Put clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check garment manufacturer’s care labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment.
Add a non-precipitating type of water softener
such as
Cdgon
brand.
Use 2% times as much as you need for normal water softening.
Do not use detergent or soap.
Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.
Repeat, if necessary.
2. If you prefer to use the Soak cycle, see How to Use the Soak Cycle section. Use the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.
3. Use an extra cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select Settings section.
YELLOWD
CLOTHES
BLUEORGRAY
COLOR STAINS
SHRINUGE, GENERW
Incomplete removal of soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent. Check hem
of T-shirt or pillow case. If they are white and center is yellow, it contains body oil. Restore whiteness following procedures in Grayed Clothes, above.
Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach (such
Clorox
as using color remover (such as
Iron
1.
2 brand). Refer to garment manufacturer’s care instructions. Restore color
Rit
or
Tintex
brands), following package directions. or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water before
adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2.
Have a special filter installed in your home to remove iron and manganese from water,
Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water
3.
heater occasionally.
4.
To remove spofi:
lemon juice through stain.
Spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze
To remove overall yellow,
use a commercially available rust scale remover, following package instructions. 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 Other Laundry Products section. Also, do not lift lid during spin. This may cause improper dispensing, resulting in stains.
shins:
Dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using
To remove
chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others maybe safely
washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow garment manufacturer’s care labels exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SHRINKAGE,
KNITS
WRINKLING IN PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS
Relaxation 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 cycle.
Progressive or delayed shrinkage is
caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering. This may also be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for relaxation shrinkage above.
Shrinkage caused by overheating
shaped. When
washi~g,
drying or
occurs
ironing
in
certain
knit
fabrics
that have been heat-
temperatures exceed the temperatures used to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be prevented by washing in cool or warm water and drying on low or delicate heat.
Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.
Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.
Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items, such as work clothes,
with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or blouses. Do not wash permanent
press items with regular laundry.
Too many clothes in washer. Permanent press loads should always be smaller than
.no
regular loads..
Incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides
cooldown
a
Incorrect water
more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.
rinse to minimize
level.
Use larger water level for medium load, medium level for
wrinMing.
Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.
small load.
Repeated washing in too hot water. Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of
detergent.
Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use will minimize wrinkling.
To remove wrinkles:
Retumble
Rerinse
If unsuccessful,
Send to dry cleaners for pressing.
Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.
on Permanent Press setting in your dryer.
and dry on Permanent Press setting.
retumble
on high heat for 10 to 12 minutes and hang immediately.
SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
Q
Pins on garments or
shq
objects left in pockets. Check to make sure dl such objects
are removed. Also check wash tub.
Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers. Fasten hooks, zippers and buttons.
Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is especially important in washing knits
which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.
Holes with random square shapes with
yellow
discoloration may be caused by improper use of chlorine bleach. Use only correct amount of bleach. See Other Laundry Products section. 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.
Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments before
washing and mend all rips and tears.
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T~
PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM
SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR (continued)
HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as collars and cuffs
WASHER WON’T OPERATE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Chemicals
toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals.
As permanent
is normal due to weakening of fibers by the permanent press process. It is not by washer. You can slow this process by washing small permanent press loads with a medium water level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with permanent press. Remove collar stays, when possible,
May be caused by the use of Regular Cycles for delicate articles. Use Permanent
Press cycle. Refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.
Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere. This is inevitable and is not caused
by washer.
Overloading or
number of items that will move freely. Select correct water level.
Pretreat with liquid detergent. See Other Laundry Products section.
such
as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and
holes.
Rinse all towels and other articles that
press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This
caused
underloading
washer for selected water level. Load washer only with
WATER TEMPERATURE IS INCORRECT
WATER WON’T
DRNN
WATER LEAKS
@@@@
Make sure cord is plugged into outlet.
Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.
Make sure controls are set and
Make sure lid is closed. Washer will
Check house fuses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical
outlet. remove it. Washer should have
Make sure temperature selector controls are correctly set.
Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and
regulated correctly.
Q
Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets...
hot to hot, cold to cold.
Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet
hoses from water valve, Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.
Check house water heater to make sure it is delivering water at
120°F,-1500F. (45°C.–650C.).
D
Make sure drain hose is not kinked.
TOD
of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft.
Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.
Make sure end of drain hose is
Cycle
Selector knob is pulled out to ON position.
fill
but will not spin or agitate with lid open.
separate
outlet.
+
5{
o
(2.4 m)
above floor.
correctlv
inserted in and secured to drain
facility.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WASHER IS NOISY
Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and
front jam nuts tight. See your
A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor
stops
a’nd
the spin brake inside the transmission “locks
.
Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin, and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases (usually occurs when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water necessary), the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating a loud but harmless noise. To correct, stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Selector knob, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.
WASHER PAUSES IN CYCLE between spin and rinse.
If you need more
help...call,
Washer normally pauses between washing steps... such as between wash and spin or
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CAW Am CLEAN~G
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The Tub.
open after washing to
Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.
The Exterior.
compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.
The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid
allow
moisture to evaporate. water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.
Wipe off any
spills
of washing to the weather.
Instdlatiort
To Store Washer.
Do not store the washer where it will be exposed
For Long Vacations.
at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing.
Instructions.
Ask service technician to remove
in.’’-Th~s
Be sure water supply is shut off
sound is normal.
level
is set higher than
How to remove the agitator To remove limestone from
To remove the agitator,
snap the cap off and remove the screw. Then remove the agitator extender (on models so equipped) and the agitator.
To replace the
agitator,
lower it straight down
onto the shaft so that it
fits snugly into place. Replace the agitator
extender (on models
so
screw and the cap.
carefully
equipped), the
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Extender (on some models)
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.
.
Shafi
(on models so equipped)
Soak filter pan in a preheated
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.
c
Do not exceed
may warp.
180°F. (82°C.
160°F.
Filter-Flo
(71 ‘C.)
) or filter pan
pan
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC
CLOTHES WASHER
WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
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Staple sales slip or cancelled check
here. Proof of original purchase date
is
FULL ONE-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
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
the
transmission
of a manufacturing defect. You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges. you desire, we will provide a
completely reconditioned transmission. You pay
shop reconditioning labor, the service trip to your home and
service labor charges.
the
washer that fails
any
that fails because
for the
pati
Or, if
of
needed to-obtain service
under warranty.
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, 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 provided by our Factory Service Centers
Customer normal working hours.
Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).
or by our authorized
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sewice will be
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To
know what
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
your legal rights are
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, 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:
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800.626.2000
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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.
in
your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs
Warrantor: General Electric Company
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Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
. Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.
Damage to product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
office or your state’s Attorney General.
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