GE WA8879R, WA8887R Use And Care Manual

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Washer

Safe~

Instructions

....................3, 4

Operating Instructions, Tips

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

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

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

Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Fabric Softener Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Filter-Flo@

Pan......................5, 10, 11, 14,26

Mini-Basket

Tub ....................................5, 11

Operating the

Washer............................5-l

Care and Cleaning

Agitator...........................................................26

Limestone Buildup ...............................16, 26

Storage and Vacation Tips ........................26

User Maintenance instructions ................26

Problem

Solver.......................22-26

More questions ?...call

GE Answer Centera 80~626.2000

Preparation

Detergents, Other Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-19

Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loading the Washer................................5, 14

Pretreating .........................................9, 13, 19

Sorting Clothes ........................................5, 13

Stains

..............................................................2O

Stain Removal Guide ...................................2 1

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

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

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

Repair Service

.................................................2

Warranty

........................................Back Cover

Models:

WA8879R WA8887R

GE Appliances

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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

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.

To obtain a Spanish language

Para

obtener

versi6n

version of this book, call

espafiol

este

manual, name a

GE Answer

Center@

GE Answer

Center@, servicio

800.626.2000 inforrnaci6n para el consumidor, consumer information service.

te16fono

800.626.2000.

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.

WA-G:

For your safety the information in

thh

manual must be

fo~owed

to minimize

the risk of fire or

ex@mion

or to prevent property damage,

persoti

injury or

loss

hfe.

—Do not store or use

gasotie

or other

Q -ediately

@your gas supplier from a

flammable vapors and liquids in the

neighbor’s phone.

FOHOW

the

gas

supplier’s

vicinity of this or any other appliance. instructions.

—W~T

TO DO W YOU

S~LL

GAS

. M you

mot

reach your gas

supplier?

●

Do not try to

tight any

appliance.

the fire department.

●

Do not touch any

el~trid

switch;

—WW1ation

and service must be performed

do not use any phone in your balding.

by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas

supptier.

●

Clear the room,

buildtig

or area of dl

Wcupank.

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

FINALLY, if your problem

serviced your appliance. Explain

is still not resolved, write:

why you are not pleased. In most

Major Appliance Consumer

cases, this will solve the problem.

Action Panel

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, 20 North

Wacker

Drive

write all the details—including

Chicago, IL 60606

your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Page 3

WARN~&To

reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using

your appliance,

follow basic precautions, including the following:

●

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose

as described in this Use and Care Book.

This washer must be properly

‘Q.,.> b

instilled and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

before it is used.

If you did not receive an

hstallation

Instructions sheet with your washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer

Center~800.626.2000.

—Properly ground to conform with all

governing codes and ordinances.

details in Installation Instructions,

—Instill or store where it will not be exposed

to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

<onnect

to a properly rated, protected and sized

power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

<onnect

to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions.

●

Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in

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

●

When disconnecting this appliance

‘.1

pull by the plug rather than the cord to

avoid damage to the cord or junction of

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

●

Do not repair or replace any part

of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically

recommended in this Use and Care Book or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

To minimize the possibility of injury:

●

Do not mix chlorine bleach with

ammonia or acids such as vinegar an~or

rust remover. Mixing can produce a

~ti

toxic gas which may cause death.

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ha~~e:~::;:~~:;::hedin

●

Do not wash or dry articles that

soa

. ,

combustible or explosive substances

(such as wax, paint, gasoline,

degreasers, dry-

cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use these substances around your washer

antior

dryer during

operation.

WARNINGHYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas

can accumulate in the water heater

antior

water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES. So to prevent the possibility of damage or injury, if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more, or move into a residence in 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 will allow any hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

●

Never reach into washer while it is

~ ~

moving. Before loading, unloading

“<

or adding clothes, push 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.

(continued next page)

Page 4

WORTANT

SAFETY

~STRUCTIONS

(continued)

Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, 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 your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

●

Keep the floor around your appliances clean and

dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

/“

●

To minimize the possibility of electric

shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter).

NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an

position does NOT disconnect

the appliance from the power supply.

●

Do not tamper with controls.

●

Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,

malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

●

Never climb on or stand on the washer 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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●

The laundry process can reduce the

)

flame

retardancy

of fabrics. To avoid such a result, the garment manufacturer’s care instructions should be followed very carefully.

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.

SAVE

T~SE

~STRUCTIONS

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER

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

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w&/spns@

Variabh Wamr Lewl

Eztra R;n-Cyde

wad/Rinse

ramp.

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NORMAL NORMAL

NORMAL GENTLE

GEWLE

NORMAL

‘-”--””-””””

Regula,

Cydss

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OFF

LIGHT SOIL

NOMMkL

HEAW

OFF9*

KNITS

MINI. OUICK

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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

Filter-Flo

pan

and Mini-

Basket tub. The underside of the

lid

is a

good place to put the

pan

while

loading or unloading clothes.

Do not use the Mini-Basket

tub

when washing regular loads. You’ 11 find complete details on how and when to use it in How to Use the Mini-Basket Tub section.

●

Add measured amount of

detergent. See Detergents, Other Additives section for information on detergents and other laundry additives.

●

Load clothes into wash basket,

being careful not to overload. Clothes should be below retaining ring. See How to Load Your Washer section for more

information.

●

Position the Filter-Flo pan on

the agitator. Lint

will

collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is finished.

Do not use the

Filter-Flo pan

as a wash basket.

Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter-Flo pan.

● See How to Use Bleach

Dispenser section

for information

on the Bleach Dispenser.

● See How to Use Fabric Softener

Dispenser section for more information on the Fabric Softener Dispenser.

●

F’or

information on bleaches

and fabric softeners, see Other

Laundry Products section.

● Close the lid. Washer will

fill

but not agitate or spin with the lid open.

Setting the Controls

Use the Controls Setting Guide to help you make

the proper selections.

Select

WashfSpin

Speed.

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.

o EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full. MINI-BASKET: Not used for regular loads. See How

to Use the Mini-Basket Tub section. If you want to increase water level after you’ve

made a selection, turn knob to RESET and select new level.

Select Extra Rinse, if desired. Turning control to ON will provide a second deep rinse in the Regular Cycle. If no Extra Rinse is desired, turn control to OFF.

Select Wash/Rinse Temperature. Cold rinse will be automatically provided with use of Permanent Press and Knits Cycles.

Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting.

Pull Cycle Selector knob

START ,

out to start the washer. If you wish to change setting after washer has started,

push Cycle

“ ‘

STOP

Selector

kn(;b

in to-stop the washer and reset to the

new position. Setting

can

be changed at any time.

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T~S

TO HELP YOU SELECT

SETTmGS

Regular

Cycles—

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

Cycle—

For loads of synthetic and/or delicate fabrics. A

cold water

coo]down

helps prevent set-in wrinkles

in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses

and

similar

apparel with normal soil.

“Vr

Extra Cleaning

Knits

Cycle—

A combination of agitation and soak provides effective polyester knits laundering. An early and long spray rinse cools down fabrics before the washer reaches maximum spin speed to help prevent wrinkle setting.

Psmanent

Press

Extra Cleaning

Cycles—

For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation with extra detergent loosens stubborn soils, and

an automtitic

extra rinse

and

spin help remove any

detergent left after the first rinse and spin.

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Mini-Quick

Cycle

Provides a complete wash cycle in a very short time. Washes, rinses and spin dries clothes in approximately

14 minutes (plus fill time).

Soak

Cycle—

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.

What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)

Extra Cleaning Permanent

Cycle

Regular Cycles Cycles Press Special Cycles

Selector

Heavy Normal Light

Soak

Heavy Normal P. Press Knits

Settings

Mini-Quick

Soil Cycle

Wash

Soak

Wash

Spin

3)3

Rinse

3 3

Spin

7 7

4E 4Z

2nd Rinse

*2y>

*2y, *2y,

Spin

Total

Time

*49 *46

*39

445

39Y

‘When Extra Rinse control is turned to ON.

NOTES:

●

Total

time includes pauses between

each phase

of the

cycle,

●

Total time does f~of

include

water

fill times. Fill times vary depending

household water pressure and your selected water level.

Page 8

CONTROLS

SETTmG GU~E

Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads

WasWSpin

Speed

Wash Water Temperature

Load

Cycle

Cycle Setting

Cottons and Linens

White/Colorfast

BrightiNoncolorf’ast

Normal~ormal Normal~ormal

Hot or Warm Warm or Cold

Regular Cycles Regular Cycles

Normal or Light Soil Setting Normal or Light Soil Setting

Work Clothes, etc.

Heavy soil

Average soil

Normal/Normal Normal/Normal

Hot Hot or Warm

Extra Cleaning Cycles Regular Cycles

Heavy

or Normal Setting

Normal Setting

Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,

Blends with Cottons

Heavy or oily

soil

Normal/Gentle

Hot

Warm

Extra Cleaning Cycles

Perm. Press Cycle

Heavy or

Normal Setting, depending on load size Set at Start

Average or light soil

Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon, Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics

Sturdy Delicate

Normal/Gentle Gentle/Gentle

Warm

Perm. Press Cycle Special Cycles

Set at Start Knits Setting

Silks,

W(}ols;

Blends

Silk

and Wool

Gentle~ormal

Warm

Special Cycles

Knits Setting

Rayon and Acetate

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

Special Cycles

Knits Setting

Down-filled garments, if machine

washing is recommended

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

Perm. Press Cycle Set at Start

Normal or Light Soil Setting, depending on amount of soil.

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

Normal~ormal

Hot

Regular Cycles

Baby Clothes—Delicate

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

Special Cycles

Knits Setting

Blankets—Wool. Part-Wool,

5 min. soak then Normal/Normal

Regular Cycles

Light Soil SettingWarm

Cotton

Blankets—Synthetic, Electric

Warm

Regular Cycles

Light Soil Setting

Curtains—DO NOT MACHINE WASH FIBERGLASS

Gentle/Gentle Hot or Warm

Perm. Press Cycle

Set at Start

Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**

Gentle/Gentle

Hot or Warm

Perm. Press Cycle

Set at Start

Slipcovers, Draperies,

Bathmats

Rugs**

Normal/Normal Hot or Warm

Regular Cycles Normal Setting

Denims (especially Indigo Blue Jeans) and other fabrics that bleed

Normal/Normal

Cold or Warm

Regular Cycles

Normal Setting

Knits Setting

Rubber-coated Items, Laminated Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

Special Cycles

Pillows Gentle/Gentle

Warm

Perm. Press Cycle or Special Cycles, depending on amount of soil

Set at Start Knits Setting

*Use Cold Rinse to save energy

**Che~k size. Some slipcovers~-draperies and bedspreads may be too

large

for automatic home-size washer.

Page 9

Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels

Bleach

Liquid chlorine type.

Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach

when needed.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach

when needed.

No bleach.

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

No bleach,

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

No bleach.

No bleach,

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. No bleach.

‘No bleach.

No bleach.

Special

Instmctions

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

cycle. See How to Operate Your Clothes Washer section.

Use Extra Rinse if desired.

Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide,

Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide. Use Extra Cleaning cycle. See Tips to Help You Select Settings section. Use Extra Rinse if desired.

If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide. For heavy or oily soil on sturdy garments, use Extra Cleaning cycle. See How to Operate Your

Clothes Washer section.

Small

loads reduce wrinkling

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

Wash in your washer

only

if recommended by the garment manufacturer.

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

You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do baby clothes separately. Pretreat spots.

Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and

conditioning

agent like

Borateem

brand.

You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do hand-knit garments by hand or in MiniBasket tub. See How to Use Mini-Basket Tub section.

Fill washer, add detergent and allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat

heavilv

soiled spots with liquid detergent.

=electric~lanket,

sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from

damage.

Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat

heavilv

soiled spots with liquid dete~ent.

Vacuum out loose dirt before washing.

If unusually soiled, use Normal/Gentle

WasMSpin

Speed. Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt. For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least 3 times in very small

loads

with full water

fill.

Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases. May discolor plastic washer parts. Subsequent washings will reduce 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

manufacturers’ care labels must be 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 extra large water level.

For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS.” For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,

D.C.

20402

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OPEMT~G

mSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan

●

The Filter-FIO

pan is the

lint

filter. Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator after loading clothes into the washer. Lint is easily seen

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and removed after the wash is finished.

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

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basket. Do not put items to be washed in the

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Filter-Flo pan. Do not place detergent packets

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the Filter-Flo pan.

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The Filter-Flo pan also serves as a

lid

for the

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. . . ......... .

. .

. ... . .

Mini-Basket tub. See How to Use the Mini-Basket Tub section.

How to Use the Bleach Dispenser

●

Use

this dispenser with liquid bleach only.

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.

● Measure bleach carefully.

Here are some recommended amounts:

LARGE WATER LEVEL—I

cup(310 ml) liquid

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

MINI-BASKET

tu&l/4

cup (60 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 or Mini-Basket tub.

How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser

●

Position the Fabric

Softener Dispenser

la]

● Do not stop the washer during the first spin.

This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.

on the Filter-Flo pan.

When using Fabric Softener Dispenser with the

● Pour manufacturer’s

Mini-Basket tub, use one (1) teaspoon (5 ml) of

recommended amount

concentrated softener or one (1) tablespoon (15 ml)

of fabric softener into

of diluted softener.

a standard measuring cup.

●

Add enough water to fill

the cup 1/2 full.

● Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.

Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Soak Cycle.

If the dispenser gets

clogged, soak it in a solution of

1 cup (240 ml) water and 1 cup (240 ml) alcohol.

● The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed

at the proper time.

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HOW TO USE THE

~NI-BASmT

TUB

~pical

Mini-Basket ~b Wash Loads

●

Small

loads

regular fabrics

(up to

21/2

pounds)

●

Stuffed toys.

(1.125 kg).

●

Tennis shoes.

●

Delicate loads

such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate

hand-washables.

How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabrics or Delicate

Hand-washables

Remove the Filter-Flo

2. Place Mini-Basket tub on agitator. Pull the agitator

toward the front of the machine for easier installation and

pan.

removal of Mini-Basket tub.

Add

blwch, if

desired. Measure carefully and pour recommended

amount of liquid

bleach—1/4 cup

(60

ml)—directly

into

the bleach dispenser.

<QL

‘v

See

How to

U;e

the

Bleach Dispenser section.

3. Put detergent in the bottom of the Mini-Basket

Add fabric softener,

if desired. Place the fabric

tub before loading clothes

(about the same amount

softener dispenser on the

Filter-Flo

pan. Pour 1

you would use for a small load

the regular wash

teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or 1

basket). See How Much Detergent Should You

tablespoon (15 ml) of diluted softener into a

Use section.

standard measuring

cup.

Add enough water to fill

4. Load clothes

the Mini-Basket tub.

the cup

1/2 full. Pour the diluted softener

into the dispenser. See How to Use the Fabric

5. Replace the

Filter-no pan.

It serves as a lid to keep the — clothes in the Mini-Basket.

Softener

D;spenser.

8. Close washer

lid

and

set controls as follows:

—Set Water Level to

M~l-

BAS~T

position.

—Select desired

WasMSpin

Speed and

Was~inse

Temp. S& Operating Instructions.

—Select desired cycle (Regular, Extra Cleaning,

Perm.

Press or Knits).

See

Operating Instructions.

9. Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer.

Special Instruction for Use of the Mini-Basket

“

The Mini-Basket tub can be used with any cycle

● When washing stockings, panty hose and other

except the SOAK cycle.

easily tangled items, always handle separately. To

● Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket

minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net

when using the Mini-Basket tub. There will not

laundry bag.

be enough water in the regular basket and damage to clothes could result.

Page 12

OPERAT~G ~STRUCTIONS

(continued)

How to Use the Mini-Quick Cycle

The MINI-QUICK cycle is a

Push the Cycle Selector knob in

short cycle, intended to wash

and turn it clockwise to the

small

loads of lightly soiled

MINI-QUICK cycle.

clothes you need

a hurry.

Pull the Cycle Selector knob out

The Mini-Basket tub should be

to start the washer.

used for satisfactory results.

Follow steps 1 through 9

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Bo:,m

MINlaulcK

Splal

@hs

$:w

NORMAL

E~a Uean;ng

on previous page except

Cks

for cycle selection.

How to Use the Soak Cycle

● Soak Cycle temperature

is controlled by the

WasMRinse

Temp.

selection.

●

For a warm soak,

set

the

WasMRinse

Temp.

control to

HOT~ARM.

●

For a hot soak,

set the WasMRinse Temp. control

HOT~ARM

and turn the Cycle Selector knob to

NORMAL in the Regular Cycles.

● Be sure the Extra Rinse control is set at OFF.

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

●

Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser or the

Mini-Basket tub with the Soak Cycle.

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

150°F.

(65°C.)+n

a regular basis

only

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

ENERGY-SA~G

T~S

● Under normal soil conditions,

wash in water above

80°F.

(27°C.).

This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer—temperatures 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.

● Always rinse in cold water.

The

temperature of the rinse does not affect cleaning.

● Try to wash less often. Save

articles of the same type of fabric

until you have a full load.

● If you must wash smaller loads,

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

● Wash in off-peak utility hours.

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

● Use Normal Spin Speed to

remove more water and help lessen drying time. The dryer will remove any wrinkles caused by the Normal Spin.

● Use your Mini-Basket tub for

very small loads. It uses less water than the small water level in the big tub on this washer. You will also save on detergent

and energy.

Page 13

Sort by Sutiace Texture

LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and

Separate

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

‘eparate

In addition

to sorting to

reduce lint collection,

it is recommended that fabrics of similar

construction be

washed together

whenever possible.

Sort by Color

‘eparate

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

oily

soils.

(See

Tips to Help You Select

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 soik and stains.

A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another way to remove heavy soils,

embedded dirt and even some stains.

For instructions on different

fabrim

and loads, see the

Controls Setting Guide.

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

Produc~ 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.

Page 14

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–1ike

washcloths.

To Add Items After the Washer Has Started

● Turn off the washer.

NOTE: When washing stockings,

● Carefully remove the

panty hose and other easily tangled

Filter-Flo

pan.

items, always

handle

separately. To

minimize tangling, we recommend

● Add any additional articles by

the use of a net laundry bag.

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

● Use more water than you would for a regular

load.

that you plan to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to

Use a Medium Water

Level

for a Small Load; an

minimize wrinkling in the wash process:

Extra Large Water Level for a Medium Load.

● Be careful not to overload washer. Permanent Press

● Remove clothes

DromDtlv

as soon as washer

stoDs

clothes must have

ample

room to move

freelv.

, .

and

hang

immediately.

Medium size

Perman~nt

Press load is the

lar~est

that

● To minimize wrinkling, use the Normal/Gentle or

should be washed.

Gentle/Gentle Wash/Spin Speed. See Operating Instructions.

Page 15

Products

Phosphate–

Powdered Detergents

Non-Phosphate–

Powdered Detergents

Liquid Detergents

Soaps

Advantages

Perform

well

in hard or soft water.

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

Perform satisfactorily in soft

or moderately hard water. In some areas

only

non-phosphate

products are available.

Perform

well

in soft water.

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.

Disadvantages

Are not available in some areas.

Generally do not clean

well

hard water.

May be difficult to dissolve, especially in cold water.

Should

not

be used in cold water.

Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water.

(See Detergents section.)

May not perform as

well

as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wash water.

Generally do not clean

well

medium-hard or hard water. May combine with water

hardness minerals to form sticky soap curd.

m .

Page 16

RES~TS

CONT-D

USE OF

CAmONATE

DETERGENTS

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.

● Causes spot-fading of bright colors as a result of

direct contact with detergent.

● Reduces wrinkle-resistance of permanent press

fabrics.

●

Deswoys

effectiveness of flame-retardant finishes on

cottons such as children’s

sleepwear.

● Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action

between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation.

Effecti

on Washer

● Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to

the wash solution.

● Mat-like, crusty formations caused by lint adhering to

the sticky limestone deposits.

● Increased service calls because of limestone deposits

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

● Reduced useful life of washer.

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

150°F.

(65°C.)

for cottons. This also improves oily-soil

removal.

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

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

bleachable fabrics. Use

hot water whenever possible.

● Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate

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

● Increase amount of detergent. See 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.

●

LIMESTONE–technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE–is caused by the

reaction of

tne

calcium in the hard water with the sodium

cabonate

in the detergent

Page 17

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 vinegar in one gallon (3.8 liters) of hot tap water for 15 minutes. USE A

PLAS~C CO~-R.

Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent.

CAUTIONS:

● Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer.

The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain.

● Vinegar soak solution may reduce the

wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.

Vinegar soak maydamage the dyes insome fabrics.

HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHOULD YOU USE?

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.

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

tem~erature

5. Low phosphate detergent

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.

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

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

To use granular or powdered detergent in the Mini-Basket tub,

put

de~ergent

in the bottom of Mini-

Basket tub before loading clothes.

To use liquid detergent,

regul~

clothes basket or Mini-Basket tub, follow package directions.

Recommended Amount of Detergent for Average Soil Load

Water Level Setting

Water

Extra

Mini-

Hardness

Large

Large Medium

Small

Basket

VERY HARD

cups

1 x

cups

1/3

cup

10-20 Grains

High-Sudsing

(480

ml)

(420 ml) (360 ml)

(300 ml)

(85 ml)

Powder

~pe

HARD

cups

1 %

cups

I M cups

314

cup

1/4

cup

4-10 Grains

(420 ml)

(360 ml) (300 ml)

(180

ml)

(60 ml)

Som

cup

1 cup

314

cup

1/2

cup

1/8

CUP

O-4 Grains

(240

ml)

(240 ml)

(180

ml)

(120 ml)

(30 ml)

Low-Sudsing

Concentrated

0-10

Grains

cup

314

cup

1/2

cup

1/2

cup

1/4

cup

Powder

~pe

(240

ml)

(180 ml) (120

ml)

(120 ml)

(60 ml)

LIQUID

0-10

Grains

PAC~GE

DIRECTIONS

1. Use recommended amount

of detergent for your load and water hardness.

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

powders—

follow directions on package.

3. For Extra Cleaning cycle

double the amount of detergent recommended in guide at left.

4. For hard water treatment,

see Hard Water Guide.

Page 18

~RD

WATER—DO YOU

IT?

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

how hard it is.

●

If you live in a municipal area, contact your

water company.

● If you live 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:

If your water is

SO~,

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, or

2. The use of a packaged water softener.

to 3 grains per gallon (3.8

liters)—SO~

For information on water softeners, see the

4 to 10 grains—HARD

guide below.

11 to 19 grains—VERY HARD

20 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD

Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level

Grains

o-1o

IO–15

15–20

20-25

25–30

hardness

over 30

When using

1/4 cup

1/2

cup

213

CUP

cup 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for

eve~

5 grains above

with detergent (60

ml) (120 ml) (160 ml) (240 ml)

30 (240 ml

plus

15 ml for each extra 5 grains)

When using

1/3 cup

cup

314

cup

1 cup

cups

cups plus 1 tablespoon for

eve~

5 grains

with soap

(80 ml)

(160 ml)

(180 ml) (240 ml) (360 ml)

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

Page 19

Laundry Product and

~pe

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

brand

Precipitating such as

Borax brand

SOAK AGENT

Such as

Biz

brand

PRETREATING, STAIN AND SPOT REMOVERS

Such as

Spray’n

Wash

and

K2R

brands

TINTS AND DYES

Powdered such as

Rit

and

Tintex

brands

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.

Special Instructions

1) Do not pour undiluted liquid

cblorine

bleach directly into

washer or on dry clothes.

2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as: 100% cotton flame-retardant children’s

sleepwear, silk, wool, mohair,

spandex,

leather, or non-fast

colors.

Dilute bleach before using on any fabric.

3) Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels for special

instructions.

May be used on all kinds of fabrics.

2) Is most effective in hot water.

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 Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s 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.

Page 20

HOW TO

mMOm

STA~S

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

● Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains.

these steps: It can set some stains.

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

3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.

next page, and use only recommended methods.

4. Wash with recommended amount of soap or

● Check the care label instructions that came with

detergent.

the garment.

Stiin

Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and

Bleachable

Fabrics

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”

Shin

Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments If these stains are not completely removed in the wash, may cause stains which are virtually invisible and the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. which you may not notice as you put your clothes Then they will become very visible and you may think into the washer. they were caused by the wash cycle itself.

Once These Spots Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?

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

● Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.

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.

Page 21

Stain

White and Bleachable Fabrics

See Controls Setting

Guide.

Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull

tool to

carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible.

Sponge

with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * then launder.

Other Washable Fabrics

Adhesives (Chewing Gum, etc.)

Same as white and bleachable fabrics,

Antiperspirants, Deodorants

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. If color has

changed, you may be able to restore it by sponging with

ammonia.** Rinse thoroughly.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics except use non-chlorine bleach.

Blood

Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains, bleach according to

tie

Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.

Sponge or soak in cool water, then launder.

Chocolate.

Cream,

Ice Cream and Milk

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

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

Coffee and Tea

Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. Launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for cream.

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

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

Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted liquid detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the

Stain

Removal

Hint on opposite page.

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

Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices, Wine, Vegetables or

Food

Coloring

Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains,

bleach

according to

the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.

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

Grass, Foliage, Flowers, Mildew, Scorch

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots while they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.) If either type stain remains,

bleach

according to the Stain Removal Hint

on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)

Sponge with warm water. Apply

undi/ured

liquid

detergent.

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

Ink, Ballpoint

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 opposite page.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics except launder using

non-chlotine

bleach

Paint and Varnish

Soften with oil, lard or petroleum jelly, then sponge with turpentine or banana oil. Launder in warm water.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics

Perspiration

Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If

color

has changed you may be

able

to restore it by treating with

ammonia or

vinegar,** If

any stain

remains, treat with safe

cleaning

tluid*

or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on

opposite

page, launder and

d~.

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

Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach

with non-chlorine bleach.

Rust

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

*Caution: Because cleaning

fluids [end to

be toxic, be sure

you

**DO n“t

~]x

~hl~rine bleach

with

ammonia or acids

such

Vlnegdr

are

in a well ventilated morn when using them. No cleaning

and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a

toxic

gas which may cause

fluid should be

used unless user is familiar with the limitations

death.

and

required cautions (usually printed on label). Use extreme caution

with flammable

cmnpounds.

Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s

care labels

Under no

cilcums[anccs

should

fabl-ics

containing flammable materials

(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc. ) be washed in washer.

Page 22

QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES

GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED

GA~ENTS

GRAYED 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.

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

norrnd, 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

140°F.–1500F.

(60°C.450C.). Do not wash when other hot water

needs—

such as

dishwashing

or family baths-are heavy.

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

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.

Page 23

PROBLEM

GRAYEDCLOTHES (continued)

~LLOWED

CLOTHES

BL~

OR GRAY

COLOR STAINS

SHWN=GE,

GENERAL

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, Other

Additjves

section.

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

1. 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

Calgon

brand with phosphate—

use

2Y2

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. 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.

Use Extra Cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select Settings section. Use the Mini-Basket tub. Increase detergent.

● 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

Clorox

2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Instructions. Restore color

using color remover (such as

Rit

Tintex

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 non-chlorine bleach. Have a special filter or chemical feeder 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

heater occasionally.

To remove

spo~:

Spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze

lemon juice through stain.

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. Dilute Softener before adding it to your Fabric Softener dispenser. See Other Laundry Products section. Also, do not lift lid during spin. This may cause improper dispensing, resulting in stains.

To remove

shins:

Dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.

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

Instructions

exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.

(c{,rltinued

next page)

Page 24

THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SHRINUGE,

mms

WRIN~ING

IN PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRON”

I~MS

SNAGS, HOLES,

TEARS,

~PS

OR EXCESSIVE WEAR

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 by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been

heat-

shaped. When washing, drying 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.

● 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

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

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

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

Level for Small Load.

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

detergent.

● Accumulation of lime 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.

remove wrinkles:

●

Retumble

on Permanent Press setting.

●

Rerinse

and dry on Permanent Press setting.

‘

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

● Send to dry cleaners for pressing.

● Some wrinkles

mav

remain which cannot be removed.

● Pins on garments or sharp 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.

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

washing and mend all rips and tears.

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PROBLEM

SNAGS, HOLES TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR

(continued)

HEAVILY SOILED AREAS

such as

collars

and CUffS

WASHER WON’T OPERATE

WATER TEMPERATURE IS INCORRECT

WATER WON’T DRAIN

WATER LEAKS

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.

● 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

Perm.

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

freelv.

Select correct water level.

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

Settings section.

@@@@

● 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. Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.

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

140°F.-1500F.

(60°C.-650C.).

● Make sure drain hose is not kinked.

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

● Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.

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

(continued next page)

Page 26

THE PROBLEM

SOL~R

(continued)

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 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 PAUSES

● Washer normally pauses between washing steps.

..such

as between wash and spin or

IN CYCLE

between spin and rinse.

If you need more

help...call,

toll free: GE Answer Center@/ 800.626.2000/consumer information service

CARE

Am CLEAN~G

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

The

~b.

The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid

To Store Washer.

Ask service technician to remove

open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate.

water from drain

putnp

and hoses to prevent freezing.

Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.

Do not store the washer where it will be exposed

The Exterior. Wipe off any

spills

of washing

to the weather.

compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try

For Long Vacations.

Be sure water supply is shut off

not to hit surface with sharp objects.

at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather

will

be below freezing.

Ho~v

to remove the agitator

To remove the agitator,

— Cap

snap the cap off and remove ~ — the screw. Then remove the agitator extender (on

Screw

—

Agitator

Extender

models so equipped) and the agitator.

To replace the agitator,

carefully lower it straight down onto the shaft

so ,.. ‘

that it fits snugly into

(on some models)

— Agitator

place. Replace the agitator extender (on models so equipped), the screw

— Shafi

and the cap.

(Appearance may vary)

To remove limestone from

Filter-Flo

pan

● Soak filter pan in a preheated

160°F.

(71 ‘C. ) solution of half vinegar and half water for 15 minutes. Then brush each side of pan with a stiff

bristle brush while flushing with running water.

CAUTIONS:

● Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar

can damage porcelain.

● Do not exceed

180°F. (82°C.)

or filter pan

may warp.

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Be There

With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive

tie

assurance that if you ever need information or assistance

from GE, we’ll be there.

you have to do is cdl—toll-free!

GEAnswer

Center

800.626.2000

In-Home

Repak

Servjce

800-GE-CARES

A GE

Consumer Service professional

will provide expert repair service,

scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you

service today

or tomorrow, or at your

convenience

(7:00

a.m. to

7:00

p.m.

weekda~

9:00

a.m. to

2:00

p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and

out—

most repairs can be

handed

in just

one visit.

Servjce

Contracts

800-626-Z24

Whatever your question about any GI

major appliance, GE Answer

Cente@

information service is available to help. Your cdl—and your question—

will be answered

prompdy and

courteously And you can

cdl

any

time. GE Answer

Cente@

service is

open 24 hours a

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7 days a week.

You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract

whfle your war-

ranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a

multiple-

year contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.

Telecommunication

Dtice

for the Deaf

Pam andAcce=orjes

800-626-2002

hdividu~ qdfied

to service

their

appliances

can

have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home. The GE

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User maintenance instructions

contied

in this

boouet

cover proce-

dures intended to be Performed

any user. Other servi;ing

generdj

shodd

be referred to

qutified

service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

=+’

For Customers

W8h

SpecjalNeeds...

800.626.2000

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and a brochure to assist in planning: barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited

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800.626.2000.

Consumers with impaired hearing

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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

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

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

any part of

the

transmission

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.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products

purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii

and Washington,

D.C.

In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the

sewice

shop or for the sewice technician’s travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer

Care@

servicers during

normal working hours. Should your appliance need

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

WHAT

NOT COVERED

● Service trips to your home to teach

● Replacement of house fuses or

you how to use the product.

resetting of circuit breakers.

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.

● 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.

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

vay

from state to state,

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

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

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