GE WA8616R, WA8600R User Manual

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Safe~Instructions

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Washer

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Problem Solver

More questions

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Care and Cleaning

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Operating Instructions, Tips

Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Controls Setting Guide .............................8, 9

Cycle Settings .............................................6, 7

Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Filter-Flo@

Operating the

Agitator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Limestone Buildup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15,25

Storage and Vacation Tips ........................25

User Maintenance instructions ................25

Pan ............................5, 10, 13,25

Washer............................5- 11

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Preparation

Detergents, Other Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-18

Hard Water . . . . . . 17

Loading the

Pretreating .........................................9, 12, 18

Sorting Clothes ........................................5, 12

Stains . . . . . . . ..........19

Stain Removal

Consumer Services ...................27

Appliance Registration ..................................2

Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2

Repair Service Warranty

Models:

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Washer................................5,

Guide...................................2O

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WA8616R

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HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this book carefully.

It is intended to help you operate new washer properly.

Keep it handy your questions.

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

and

maintain your

for

answers to

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Louisville, KY 40225

obtain

a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer Center(”

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

)

Save time and money.

Before you request service . . .

check

the Problem Solver section. operating problems that you correct yourself.

lists causes of minor

can

If you received a damaged washer...

Immediately contact the builder) that sold you the washer.

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Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’

find thcm

the lower

These

numbers are

Consumer Product Ownership

Registration Card that came with your washer.

this card, please write these numbers

Model Number

Serial Number

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

here:

on a label on

left

side near the front.

also

on the

Before

sending in

WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

●

—Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

—W~T

●

TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch;

do not use any phone in your building.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

●

If you cannot reach your gas

call the fire department.

—Installation and service must be performed

by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

●

Clear the room, building or area of all

All washing instruction terms in this book conform (o the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission. January I

occupan~.

If You Need Service

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page

in the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service

want you to be pleased. If for reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are steps to follow

for

further help.

and

some

three

F:irst, con[act

serviced your why you

cases,

this will solve the problem.

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Explain

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WARN~G-To

of fire, electric shock, or

fo~ow

●

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose

as described in this Use and Care Book.

<:b .

before it is used.

hstallation

washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll

free, the GE Answer

—Properly ground to conform with all

governing codes and ordinances. details in Installation Instructions.

—Install or store where it will not be exposed

to temperatures to the weather.

<onnect

power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

<onnect

facilities as described in the Installation Instructions.

Q Turn

use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves, and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture.

/“

is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

persons when using

basic precautions, including the following:

This washer must be properly

installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

If you did not receive an

Instructions sheet with your

below

to a properly rated, protected and sized to adequate plumbing and drain

off water faucets when the washer is not in

●

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

reduce the risk

injury

your appliance,

Center~800.626,2000.

freezing or exposed

4’4

(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.

can accumulate in the water heater pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer. 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 allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

. Do not wash or dry articles that

have been cleaned in, washed in,

soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances

degreasers, dry-

solvenfi,

WARNING-HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas

●

Never reach into washer while it is

kerosene, etc.) which may

antior

dryer during

anflor

water

WDROGEN

will

allow any hydrogen gas to

moving. Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, push in the Cycle Selector knob to OFF position, then

GAS CAN

●

Do not repair or replace any part

of the appliance or attempt any

recommended in this Use and Care Book or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the

minimize the possibility of injury:

servicing unless specifically

skills

to carry out.

●

Do not mix chlorine bleach with

monia

rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

or acids such as vinegar

andor

●

appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing materials properly. Before discarding a washer, or removing from service, remove the washer 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

(continued next page)

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WORTANT S~EH

(continued)

●

Keep dl laundry aids (such as

detergents, bleaches, fabric etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.

●

Keep the area around and underneath

... .,

●

Keep the floor around your appliances clean and

dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

your appliances free from the

‘ *

accumulation

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:

to an 0~ position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

of combustible

Turning the Cycle Selector knob

sofieners,

materials,

~STRUCTIONS

●

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 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.

●

4’\

The laundry process can reduce the

flame

retardancy

such a result, the garment manufacturer’s care instructions should be followed very carefully,

of fabrics. To avoid

For washer operation

●

Do not leave washer lid up during cycle.

This will stop the wash and spin action and prevent completion of the cycle.

Do not

hmper tith

controls.

SAVE

TmSE

~STRUCTIONS

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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.

w,le,

SMALL .

MEDIUM

Le”e/

LARGf

Wash/Rinse

COLD

COLD .

y:;:

TemD

HO1

COLO

s.v..c”c/~7~oSPe.dWa$he,

Sorting and Loading

● Sort clothes carefully by

and amount

of soil, according to instructions in

to Sort Clothes section.

● Remove the

The underside

good

place to put the

Fi lter-Flo(’)

of the lid is

pan

pan.

while

loading or unloading clothes.

● Add measured

amount

of detergent. See Detergents,

Othe; Additives

detergents

secfion for

and other

laundry additives.

Setting the Controls

–

fabric

type, weight, color ●

How

information

,“,,””,, ,0,,”,, ,“,”,O

Heavv

D.ti Extra

c’(l!l/t-()/

/)(lll1,/ [1/1/)(,[lf-(111((

Load clc~thes

overload, Clothes

See How to Load Your Washer section

into wash basket, being careful not to

sh(~uld

be below retaining

more information.

● Position the

to Use the

● See

Hc>w to

information on

● For information

F’i lter-Flo

Filter-Flo Pun

pan on

section.

the

Use Bleach Dispenser section

the

Bleach Dispenser.

bleaches

and fabric

Other Laundry Products section,

●

Close the 1

id.

Washer wi I I fi I I but not agitate or

with the lid open

s,,,

Laroe Ca~acdv

ll![l\ l[l};\ .\/l,q/tl/)

agitator.

softeners, see

E,t,ac/eanlng

—

ring.

for

Sce

for

- -

How

spin

Use the

Controls”

Setting Guide to help you make

the proper selections.

Select Water Level. SMALL: Washer is less than 1/2 MEDIUM: Between l/2 LARGE: over

Select

2/3

full.

Wush/Rinse

and 2/3 full.

Temperature.

full

of clothes.

Push

Cycle

Selector knob in

and

turn clockwise

to your selected wash setting.

Re~lllar cycles automatictilly

Wash Speed

and

Normal Spin Speed.

provide

Normal

Permanent Press Cycle automatically provides

Gentle Wash Speed

Pull Cycle Selector knob

out to start the washer.

If yOLI

wish to change

setting

after

washer has started, push Cycle Selector knob in to stop

the washer

and

and Gentle

reset to the

Spin Speed.

START ,

/ ‘‘“\

STOP

new position. Setting can be changed at any time.

‘

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T~S

TO HELP YOU SELECT SETTINGS

Regular

For most cottons, linens, and work and play clothes. Longer wash times, plus an extra deep rinse, spray

rinse and spin provide thorough washing and detergent removal.

Permanent Press

For loads

water permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar apparel with normal soil.

Cycles—

Cycle—

of synthetic and/or delicate fabrics. A cold

cooldown

helps prevent set-in wrinkles in

OFF

s,,,,

Extra Cleaning

For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation

with extra detergent loosens stubborn soils, and an automatic extra detergent left after the first rinse and spin.

Cycle—

tinse and spin help remove any

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PreWash

Cycle—

For use when clothes

agitated soak and a soak

followed

agitati(>n and

for desired wash

Soak

Clothes

Cycle—

activate in d soaking

are

cycle.

then the water spins out. Soak

Cyc]e—nlus(

be reset

excessively

without

spin.

agitation.

Washer nlust he reset

agent t’or

Washer

turns

for

desired wash

soiled.

short tinle,

oft

end CJ1’

Provides

cycle.

Pe,ma”en(P,e*,

—

OFF

Erf,aciean,”g

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CONTROLS SETTING

Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads

Wash Water

Load

Cottons

and

Linens

soil

Acetate

Whi(e/Colortas( Bright/Noncolorfast

Work Clothes

Heavy soil

Average

Permanent Press. Treated Cottons. Blends with Cottons

Heavy or oily soil Average or light soil

Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon, Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics

stLlrdy

Delicate

Silks. Wools; Blends of Silk and Wool

Rayon

Temperature Cycle

HOI or

Warm

Warm or Cold

Hot

or Warm

Hot Warm

Warm Warm

Warm

Regular Cycles Regular Cycles

Extra Cleaning Cycle Regular Cycles

Extra

Permanent Press Cycle

Permanent Press Cycle Permanent Press Cycle

Permanent Press Cycle

Cleaning Cycle

GUDE

Cycle Setting

Normal Setting Normal Setting

Set at Start Normal Setting

Set at Start Set at Start

Set at Start

Down-filled garments, washing is recommended

Baby Clothes-Sturdy, such as Diapers, Nightgowns. Shirts, Pads, Sheets, Receiving Blankets,

Coveralls

Baby

Clothes-Delicate

Blankets-Wool, Part-Wool, Cotton

Blankets—Synthetic, Electric

Curtains-DO NOT MACHINE WASH FIBERGLASS

Chenille Slipcovers, Draperies,

and Denims (especially

Jeans) and other

Rubber-coated Items, Laminated

F~brics,

Articles with Plastic Trim Pillows

Bedspreads.

Rugs+:

Vinyl, Plastics

if’

machine

Robes*

Bfithrnats

Indigo

Blue

fabrics that bleed

ond

Warm

Hot

Warm Warm

Warm

Hot or Warm

Warm

Cold or

Warm

Permanent Press Cycle

Regular Cycles

Permanent Press Cycle Set at Start Regular Cycles

Regular Cycles

Permanent Press Cycle

Permanent Press Cycle Regular Cycles

Regular Cycles

Permanent Press Cycle

Set at Start

Normal or Light Soil Setting,

depending on amount

5 min. soak, then Light Soil Setting

Set at Start

Normal

Setting

Normal Setting

Set at Start

of soil

*Chtck

size.

Some SI

ipcovers.

draperies

and

bedspreads may be too

large

for automatic home-size washer.

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Bleach

Special Instructions

Liquid chlorine type. Only non-chlorine”

White or colorfast.” liquid chlorine

Nonco]orfast,”

when needed. White or colorfast. liquid chlorine type,

Noncoiorfast. only non-chlorine bleach

when needed.

White or colorfast,”

Noncolorf’ast,”

when needed.

N() bleach.

bletich

when needed,

only non-chlorine bleach

liquid

only non-chlorine

chlorine type.

[

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

bleach.

White or colorfast,

I Only

non-chlorine bleach when needed,

No bleach

liquid

chlorine type.

N() bleach.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

type.

bleach

If colorfast is unusually soiled. use hot water, Use maximum detergent recommended in the Detergent Guide.

Usc maximum detergent recommended in the Detergent Guide

Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in Guide. Usc

If unusually soiled, use hot

Guide. Small

Wash only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.

Wash in your washer

Wash frequently to down gives off an odor which may be absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when garment is dry, Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste granular detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED,

You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like

You Fill washer, add detergent,

Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent. On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from

damage. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.

Vacuum

Extra Cle~ning

Iotids

may ~refer

to use a mild

out loose dirt before washing.

Cycle. see Operating Instructions.

water.

reduce wrinkling.

onl,v

if recommended by the garment manufacturer,

tluff

up the down and retain the garment’s warmth. Wash separately. Wet

ty~e deter~ent,

allow~o

Use maximum detergent recommended in the Detergent

instructions carefully.

at a time or add towels to balance.

D()

baby clothes separately. Pretreat spots.

Borateem

dissolve-before ad~ng

brand

Do hand-knit

garments

blanket~Do

th~ Detcr~~

made

of water and

by hand.

one b~nket at

~“~me.

]

White rrrcolorfast, liquid chlorine type.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Wash only 2 or

rugs or mats at one time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt,

N() bleach.

No bleach.

Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s 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,

For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases. parts. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration, but will probably never eliminate it.

The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads. Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat).

Pillows are made of different materials+acron, fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but

followed carefilly. If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes and

mend to prevent escape of feathers or filling. Fill washer, add detergent and agitate for several minutes to dissolve detergent. Add two pillows at a time to balance load. Use large water level.

times in very small loads with full water fill.

manufacturer. v’ cure

D.C.

20402.

May

discolor plastic washer

label.v mu.~t

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OPEMT~G ~STRUCTIONS

How 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.

How to Use the Bleach Dispenser

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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 packek

in the Filter-Flo pan.

● 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 into the bleach dispenser.

How to Use the Soak Cycle

● SOAK CYCLE

temperature will

automatically be

cold.

● For a hot or

warm soak, set the

Wash/Rinse Temp.

control to HOT/COLD or WARM/COLD and

turn the Cycle Selector knob to NORMAL in the

Regular Cycles.

● Measure bleach carefully.

Here are some recommended amounts:

LARGE WATER LEVEL—1

cup

(310

ml)

liquid

SMALL WATER LEVEL—2/3 cup (170 ml) liquid

● 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.

Start the washer. After washer fills and begins to agitate, push in the Cycle Selector knob and turn to SOAK CYCLE. Pull out the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle.

● For an extended soak,

allow

the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the washer (keep lid closed) and long as desired. After desired soak period, Cycle Selector knob to complete the

allow

to soak for as

cycle.

pull

out the

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If your clothes and household items don’t look clean 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

choose a water temperature warm enough to release and get rid

of soil.

● Use Hot Wash—up to

(65°C.)+n

a regular basis only

150°F.

when washing heavily soiled articles-such as work and play clothes.

● Under normal soil conditions,

wash in water above

(27°C.).

This generally means

80°F.

using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer—temperatures approximately

90°F.–l

10°F. (32°C.-380C.) or hand

comfortable. If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings, use Hot

Wash occasionally, if safe for fabrics.

● 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.

● Wash in off-peak utility hours.

Your local utility can tell you which are the off-peak hours.

Page 12

Sort by Surface Texture

Lint

from ‘~c~llectors

Separate

%=Producers

HOW TO SORT

Lint

CLOT~S

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.

For more information on lint control, see The Problem Solver section.

These must be washed separately.

Sort by Fabric .

Separate

Cottons &

~ Linens

me’n

Sort by Soil

Separate .

Lightly

‘~

Soiled

LA LA

DCn

Sort by Color

‘eparate

from ~~cottons &

m ~

from ~~

Perm

Press

Blendj

Medium

Soil

from

Synthetics &

%~Poly

m from ~ Heavy m

’n

Knits

Soil

In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection,

% Dellcates m

from

‘~

’n

it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible.

For instructions on different fabrics and loads, see the Controls Setting Guide.

It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing.

“

Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,

zip zippers, snap 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 Special Modern Fabric Cycle for

removable heavy and (See

Tips to Help You Select

oily

soils.

Settings section for instructions.) See Stain Removal Guide. See Controls Setting Guide. See The Problem Solver section.

Soaking and Pretreating—a good way to loosen deep soils and

shins.

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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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.

To Add Items After the Washer Has Started

● Turn off the washer.

“

Carefully remove the

Filter-Flo pan.

● Add any additional articles by

submerging them next to the agitator.

● Replace the

Filter-Flo

pan

and restart the washer.

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

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:

● Be careful not to overload washer. Permanent Press

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

● Use more water than you would for a regular load.

Use a Medium Water Level for a

Large Water

● Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops

Level

for a Medium Load.

Small

Load; a

and hang immediately.

Page 14

SELECT~G DETERGENTS AND SOAP

Products

PhosphatePowdered Detergents

Non-PhosphatePowdered Detergents

Advantages

Perform well in hard or soft water.

Wash all types of fabrics 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.

well.

Disadvantages

Are not available in some areas.

Generally do not clean well in hard water.

May be difficult to dissolve, especially in cold water.

Should Those containing sodium

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

not be used in cold water.

Liquid Detergents

Soaps

Perform Offer better performance in

hard water than powdered non-phosphate types.

Clean synthetics and fabric blends well.

Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots.

Completely dissolve even in cold water.

Perform well in soft water.

well

in soft water.

May not perform as well as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wash water.

Generally do not medium-hard or hard water.

May combine with water

hardness minerals to form

sticky soap curd.

clean

well in

Page 15

Is your water

hard’?

If it is,

and

if you use a carbonate type non-phosphate detergent, you will most probably notice limestone* deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces. The hardness of your water and your washing frequency

will

determine how rapidly the limestone

will

build up. If your water is VERY HARD (11 or more grains) and if

you wash just a few loads a week, you may see limestone buildups in just a few months.

Effecti on Clothes

Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on

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

● Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to fabrics such as

toweling.

“

Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy.

● Causes graying of fabrics.

“

Leaves a white, powdery residue on dark-colored

items.

Effecti

● Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to

on Washer

the wash solution.

● Mat-1ike, 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.

● Reduced useful life of washer.

● Causes spot-fading of bright colors as a

result

direct contact with detergent.

● Reduces wrinkle-resistance of permanent press

fabrics.

● Destroys effectiveness of flame-retardant finishes on

cottons such as children’s

● Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action

sleepwear.

between limestone deposits on the fabrics during

washer agitation.

Recommended Methods to Reduce Limestone Buildup

● 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 temportily

delay the effects of limestone on your clothes. These are generally good washing practices and will give better soil removal whether or not you have hard water or use carbonate detergent.

● Use hotter wash water, for example up to

(65°C.)

for cottons. This also improves oily-soil

150°F.

removal.

● If you wash in cooler water to save energy, use

more detergent to promote better washing. Also be sure to use bleach on

bleachable

fabrics. Use

hot water whenever possible.

● Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate

for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes.

*LIMESTONE–technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE–is caused by the

reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent.

● Increase amount of detergent. See guide on opposite

page for recommended detergent amounts in relation to water hardness.

● Increase use of bleaches, presoaks, packaged water

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

“

Use greater care in sorting loads. Wash very dirty

loads separately and increase detergent to help keep dirt from redepositing on less soiled items. Wash delicate items 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.

([onfinueci

next page)

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How to Partially Restore Clothes

Once clothes have developed limestone deposits, they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of two cups (480 ml) of of hot tap water for 15 minutes. USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent.

vinegm

in one

gallon

(3.8

liters)

CAUTIONS:

●

Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer. The

acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain.

●

Vinegar soak solution may reduce the

wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.

●

Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics.

HOW MUCH DETERGENT

SHO~D

The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure

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

your wash comes out clean.

If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds, switch to a low

sudsing

detergent brand, and follow instructions on package.

Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Always measure detergent

= =

—

in a standard measuring cup.

4. Lower wash temperature

5. Low phosphate detergent

Recommended Amount of Detergent for Average Soil Load

Water Level Setting

Water

High-Sudsing

Powder

Low-Sudsing

Concentrated

Powder LIQUID

~pe

ppe

Hardness

VERY HARD

10-20

Grains

HARD

4-10 Grains

Som

O-4

Grains

O-10

Grains

0-10 Grains FOLLOW

Large Medium Small

2 cups

(480

ml)

cups

(420 ml) (360

1 cup

(240 ml) (240 ml) (120 ml)

I I

cup

(240 ml) (180

1 E

cups

(420 ml)

x cups

ml)

1 cup

314

cup

ml)

PAC~GE DI-CTIONS

I x cups

(300

ml)

314

cup

(180

ml)

112

cup

1/2

cup

(120 ml)

YOU USE?

How to use detergent— granular or powdered:

For best results, add detergent to the wash basket before loading clothes. If you load your clothes first, add detergent next to the agitator.

If your detergent doesn’t dissolve well,

predissolve

hot water, then pour directly into the wash basket.

1. Use recommended amount

of detergent for your load and water hardness as shown in guide at left.

2. When using other detergent

types—low and normal suds, powders, liquids, non-phosphate powders—follow directions

on package.

For Extra Cleaning cycle, double the amount of detergent recommended in guide at left.

For hard water treatment,

see Hard Water Guide.

the detergent in

Page 17

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 1 ive in a municipal area, contact your

water company.

●

you 1 ive in a rural area, or in some suburban areas,

contact your county agent.

The answer will be “you have ‘so many grains’ per gallon (3.8 liters)” and means this:

O to 3 grains per gallon (3.8 4 to

grains—HARD

to 19 grains—VERY HARD

20 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD

liters)—SOFT

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 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,

2. The use of a packaged water softener.

For information on water softeners, see the guide below.

Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level

Grains of hardness

When using with detergent

When using with soap

o-1o

()

1/3

cup

(80 ml)

IO–15

15-20 20-25

I I

l/4 cup

(60 ml) ( I 20 ml) (

213

cup

( ]

nil)

I I

1/2

cup

314

cup

(

180

ml)

(240 ml)

?/3

160

cup

ml)

25–30

I I

cup

(240 ml)

1 H cups

(360 ml)

I I

over 30

cup plus I tablespoon for every 5 grains above

(240 ml plus 15 ml for

I X cups plus I tablespoon

above 30 (300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)

each

extra 5 grains)

for

every 5 grains

Page 18

Laundry Product and

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 Clorox brand

WATER SOFTENER Non-precipitating such as

Calgon

Precipitating such as Borax brand

SOAK AGENT Such

as Biz brand

PRETREATING, STAIN AND SPOT REMOVERS

Such as

Spray’n

and

K2R

brands

TINTS AND DYES

Powdered such as and

Tintex

npe

brand

Wash

Rit

brands

OT~R LA~RY

How to Use It

Use your bleach dispenser. See How to Use Your Bleach Dispenser section.

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.

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

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,

colors. Dilute bleach before using on any fabric.

3) Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels for special instructions.

1) May be used on

2) Is most effective in hot water.

1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.

2) Reduces static electricity.

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

4) Do not pour directly on clothes.

5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle, such as Rain instructions exactly.

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.

CAUTION: Washer control panels 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. Apply these pretreatment products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed normally. Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty.

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

1/2

cup ( 120 ml) detergent, I cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe

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

all

kinds of fabrics.

Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s

spandex,

leather, or non-fast

Page 19

1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The

fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.

2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take

these steps:

● Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the

next page, and use only recommended methods.

● Check the care label instructions that came with

Test stain removal product on a hidden inside

seam or on a sample of the material.

● 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.

Shin

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

for 5 minutes and launder in washer.

The Case of the “Invisible” Stain

Bleachable

Fabrics

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.

Once These

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

● Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.

Spoh

Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?

How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash”

● Increase the amount of detergent normally used.

● Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.

● Wash synthetic garments more often.

((ontinued nexl page)

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.

S@ins?

Page 20

Stain

White and Bleachable Fabrics

See Controls Setting Guide.

Other Washable Fabrics

Adhesives (Chewing Gum, etc. )

Antiperspirants. Deodorants

Blood

Chocolate. Cream,

Ice

C’ream

and

Milk

Coffee

and

Tea Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on

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

Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices, Wine, Vegetables or Food

Coloring

Eye

Shadow,

Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use

(tlr<ttillv .v(rape lIflu.s rnu(.h udhe,!i~,e

with

a sfife

dry cleaning fluid, * then launder.

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse, according to the Stain Removal Hint on previous page. If color

has

changed. you may be able to restore it by sponging

ammoni~. ** Rinse thoroughly,

Soak in cold water. according to the

Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*; Apply undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry, to the

Stain

Removal Hint on previous page, launder and dry.

previous page. Launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for cream.

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

Soak stain in cool water. Stain Removal Hint on previous page, launder.

then

launder. If

Sttiin

Removal Hint on previous page, launder,

[f stain remains, bleach according to the

or gum us

stain

remains, bleach

dul/

too/”

po,~,sible.

stain remains, bleach

Bleach

Sponge

with

according

white and bleachable fabrics

Same

Stime

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. * Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder.

Sponge with warm water. If

aPPly

warm glycerine, let stand

minutes and rinse well, or sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid. * Launder.

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

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

stain

remains,

tluid.

Grass, Foliage. Flowers, Mildew. Scorch

Ink, Ballpoint

Paint and Varnish

Perspiration Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder. If color has

Rust

*Caution:

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

Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer.

are

fluid should k used unless user is familiar with the limitations

Because cleaning fluids tend to b toxic, be sure you

in a well ventilated room when using them. No cleaning arrdor

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots while they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric. ) If either type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on previous 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 the

Stain Removal Hint on previous page. Soften with oil, lard or petroleum jelly, then sponge with

turpentine or banana oil. Launder.

changed you may be able to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with safe dry cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on previous page, launder and dry.

using

Apply rust remover, launder.

manufacturer’s directions.

**DO not mix ~h]orine bleach

Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.

Rinse and

rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause

death.

Sponge with warm water.

liquili

detergent. 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 fabrics

except launder using non-chlorine bleach.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

Launder. Rinse well. Bleach with non-chlorine bleach.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

with ammonia or acids such as vlncg~

Apply

undiluted

Page 21

QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

LINT OR RESIDUE

ON CLOTHES

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).

● Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one

minute per pound of dry clothes.

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

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

● 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 Guide.

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

detergent to create a white deposit. Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless package specifies adding to wash cycle. See Other Laundry Products section.

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

look like lint. Turning clothes inside-out may provide some help.

● 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. 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.

●

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

●

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

water to the washer at hot water needs—such as

Poor or inferior detergent. Change to phosphate detergent, if possible. Follow

140°F.–1500F. (60°C.+50C.

dishwashing

Hard,

). Do not wash when other

or family baths—are heavy.

these steps:

1. Use water conditioner (such as

Calgon

brand).

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.

(c(~ntinued nexl pu~e)

Page 22

THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

GRAYED CLOTHES (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 previous 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, Other Additives section.

To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:

Put clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check Manufacturer’s Care

Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment.

● Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as

phosphate—use

● Do not use detergent or soap.

● Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.

● Repeat, if necessary.

2fi times as much as you need for normal water softening.

Calgon

brand with

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

3. Use Extra Cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select Settings section.

YELLOWED CLOTHES

BLUE OR GRAY COLOR STAINS

“

Incomplete removal of body 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 as Instructions. Restore color using color remover (such as

Clorox

2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care

Rit

Tlntex

brands),

following package directions.

● Iron 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

Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron

non-chlotine bleach.

and manganese from water. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain

water heater occasionally.

To remove spots:

squeeze

lem;n

Spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and

juice-through

stain:

To remove overall

yello-w,

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.

To remove

stiins:

Dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent.

Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.

SHRINKAGE, GENERAL

Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be safely washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturer’s Care Instructions exactly.

in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.

Page 23

PROBLEM

SHRIN~GE,

~ITS

WRW~ING

PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●

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

been

hea~-shaped. When

overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have

washing,~rying or ironing 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.

●

having

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

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

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 regular loads.

..no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move

freely.

● Incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides

cooldown

● Incorrect water level. Use Large Water Level for Medium Load, Medium Level

rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.

for Small Load.

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

of detergent.

● Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents. If you must use

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

● Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use will minimize wrinkling.

To remove wrinkles:

●

Retumble

●

Rerinse

●

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

● Send to dry cleaners for pressing.

● Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.

on Permanent Press setting.

and dry on Permanent Press setting.

SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR

Pins on garments or

sha~

objects left in pockets. Check to make sure all 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.

Page 24

THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SNAGS, HOLES TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR (continued)

HEAVILY SOILED

AREASsuch as collars

and cuffs

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids

and toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels and other articles that came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals.

● Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments

before washing and mend all rips and tears.

● As Permanent Press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs.

This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process. It is not caused by washer. You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a Large Water Level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press. Remove collar stays, when possible.

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

rough spots if necessary.

● 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.

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

will move freely. Select correct water level.

Pretreat with liquid detergent. Use Extra Cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select Settings section.

WASHER WON’T OPERATE

WATER TEMPERATURE IS INCORRECT

WATER WON’T DRAIN

@@@@

● Make sure cord is plugged into outlet.

● Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.

● Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector knob is pulled out to ON position.

●

Make sure lid is closed. Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open.

● Check house fuses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the

electrical outlet, remove it. Washer should have separate outlet.

● Make sure temperature selector controls are correctly set.

● Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and

regulated correctly.

●

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.

● Check house water heater to make sure it is delivering water at

140°F.–1500F.

● Make sure drain hose is not kinked.

● Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. (2.4 m) above

(60°C.+50C.).

Clean

the screens and reinstall hoses.

floor.

WATER LEAKS

● Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.

“

Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

WASHER IS NOISY

WASHER PAUSES IN CYCLE

you need more help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center@/ 800.626.2000/ consumer information service

● Make sure washer is level and

and front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.

● A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the

motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in.” This sound is normal.

● Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during

spin, and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases (usually occurs when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water level is set higher than necessary), the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating a loud but harmless noise. To correct, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.

● Washer normally pauses between washing steps... such as between wash and

s~in

or between

s~in

and rinse.

firm

to the floor with rubber foot pads in place

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Tub.

open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate.

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

Wipe off any spills of washing

To Store Washer.

water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing. Do not store the washer where it

to the weather.

For Long Vacations.

at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather

will be

below

Ask service technician to remove

will

be exposed

Be sure water supply is shut off

freezing.

How to remove the agitator

To remove the agitator,

snap the cap off and remove ~ — the screw. Then remove the

agitator mod~ls

and the agitator.

To replace the agitator,

carefully lower it straight down onto the shaft so that it fits snugly into place. Replace the agitator extender (on equipped), the screw

and

the cap. (Appearance may vary)

extender (on

so equipped)

models

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{

“i

— Cap

—

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—

— Agitator

Screw

Agitator

Extender

(on some models)

Shati

To remove limestone from

● 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.

Filter-Flo

160°F.

(71 ‘C.)

CAUTIONS:

● Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar

can damage porcelain.

● Do not exceed

may warp.

180°F. (82°C.

) or filter pan

pan

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NOTES

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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER

WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or

cancelled

check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

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

pati

the

washer that fails

because of a manufacturing defect. LIMITED ADDITIONAL

FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY

For the second through fifth year

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

replacement parts for

the

transmission

any part of

that fails because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges. Or, if you desire, we will provide a

completely reconditioned

transmission.

You pay for the

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

●

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:

GE Answer Center’

800.626.2000 consumer information service

● Improper installation.

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

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 service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer normal working hours.

Should your appliance

D.C. In Alaska the

Care($

servicers during

need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).

. 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

NOT

RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances,

Th;s

book is pr;nted on recycled paper.

Part No. 113 D5497P286

Pub

No.

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8-92

49-9766

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Louisville, KY 40225

WWA8600f

WWA8616f