GE WA9895S User Manual

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Washer

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Safe*

Instructions

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Problem

More questions

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Operating Instructions, Tips

Bleach

Control Settings ..............................................6

Cycle Descriptions .........................................5

Cycle Times

Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . 10

Fabric Softener Filter

Mini-Basket ...........................................6, 7, 11

Mini-Quick, Operating the

Soak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spotscrubber

Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings .......8

Care and Cleaning

Agitator...........................................................24

Storage and Vacation Tips ........................24

User Maintenance instructions,...............24

Dispenser............................................9

......................................................9

Dispenser............................9

Flo

Pan ..........................7, 9, 11, 12,24

Delicates

Washer............................6-lO

.....12, 13, 14, 18, 19,20,21

. 10

Detergents and Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17

Hard Water . ....16

Loading the Washer ................................7, 15

Sorting Clothes .........................................7, 14

Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stain Removal Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Consumer

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

Important Phone Numbers .......................27

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

Repair Service

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

Preparation

Solver.......................2O-24

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Services ...................27

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Model

WA9895S

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HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this book carefully.

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

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

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

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

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

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

Save time and money.

Before you request service . . . check the Problem Solver section. It lists causes operating problems that you can correct yourself.

If you received a damaged washer...

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

Para

obtener espafiol

GE Answer Center”,

informaci6n te16fono

este

800.626.2000.

WA~ING: For your safety the information

tie

risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

of minor

la version en

manual, name a

para el

servicio

consumidor,

in this manual must be followed to minimize

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

Ser;al Number

Use

these

numbers in any correspondence or service

calls

concerning your washer

—Do not store or use gasoline or other

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

—-T

●

TO DO IF YOU

not try to

not

touch any electrical switch;

tight

any

appfiance.

SWLL

GAS

apptiance.

do not use any phone in your balding.

Immediately

neighbor’s phone. instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

caM

the

—Instillation and service must be performed

by a qualified the gas supplier.

Clear the

room,

building or area of all

occupants.

All

washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care

Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.

If You Need Service

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book.

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

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

NEXT, if write your phone number—to:

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

you

are still not pleased,

all

the details—including

ca~

your gas supplier from a

FOUOW

the gas

fire department.

instiler,

FINALLY, if your problem is

service agency or

still

not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

suppfier’s

Drive

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WARNINGTO reduce of fire, electric shock, or injury to

follow basic precautions, including the following:

●

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose

as described in this Use and Care Book.

‘h.,’; ~

~=q :+.

before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer

—Properly ground to conform with all

governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

—Install or store where it will not be exposed

to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

<onnect

facilities as described in the Installation Instructions.

●

Turn

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.

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

persons when using your appliance,

●

If,

off water faucets when the washer is not in

This washer must be properly

installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

Center?

to adequate plumbing and drain

●

When disconnecting this appliance

pull by the plug rather than the cord to

avoid damage to the cord or junction of cord and plug. Make sure that the cord

“

Do not repair or replace any part

of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically

800.626.2000.

the

risk

To minimize the possibility of injury:

●

Do not mix chlorine bleach with

&@c*

ammonia or acids such as vinegar rust remover. toxic gm which may cause death,

Mxing

can produce a

andor

●

&’\

)

(such as wax, 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 operation.

can

accumulate in the water heater

pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES. So to prevent the possibility of damage or injury, if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more, or move into a residence in which the hot water system may not have been used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets and several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This will 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.

appliance. shipping or packing materials properly. Before discarding a washer, or removing from service, remove the washer lid.

not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances

paint,

gasoline,

an~or

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

aglow

allow

any hydrogen gas to

●

Never reach into washer while it is

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

●

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

Di;pose

any

of discarded appliances and

degreasers, dry-

dryer during

antior

them to run for

discarded

(continued next page)

water

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WORTANT SAFEW ~STRUCTIONS

(continued)

●

Keep all laundry aids (such as

detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners,

●

Keep the floor around your appliances clean and

dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

[ 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.

●

To minimize the possibility of electric

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

NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector

knob to an 0~ position does NOT

disconnect the appliance from power supply.

the

●

Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,

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

Never climb on or stand on the washer top,

●

Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer.

Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use.

For

“

Do not leave washer lid up during cycle.

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

plug.

●

~ ‘~

)

wmher

The laundry process can reduce

the

flmeretmdancy

Toavoid sucharesult,

manufacturer’s care instructions should be followed very carefully.

operation

of fabrics.

thega~ent

●

Do not tamper with controls.

SAW TWSE

~STRUCTIONS

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Regular

Cycles—

Permanent Press

Cycles—

For most cottons, linens, work and play clothes. Longer wash times plus deep rinse, spray rinse A cold water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles and spin provide thorough washing and detergent removal. apparel with normal soil.

For loads of synthetics, blends in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar

andor

delicate fabrics.

Handwash System— Spotscrubber System—

The

Saves time and energy when washing small loads of lightly soiled clothes. A special agitator concealed under the regular agitator washes small and delicate loads gently but effectively. The uses up to 2470 less water than the regular

level

selection.

Optional Extra Rinse

The option of an extra rinse helps assure complete bleach and detergent removal when extra detergent was used or where unusual skin sensitivity to detergent is a concern.

Handwash

Cycle—

System

low

water

Spotscrubber

a highly concentrated detergent solution in a small amount of water in the Mini-Basket tub.

Rinse water carries away soils and detergent suds automatic extra rinse assures complete removal of detergent.

PreWash

For use when clothes are excessively soiled. Provides an agitated soak, and a soak without agitation, followed by agitation and spin. Washer must be reset for desired wash cycle.

cycle uses a special wash cycle and

and

Cycle—

Knits

A shorter cycle specially-designed for today’s knits. An early and long spray rinse cools down fabrics before the washer reaches maximum spin speed to help prevent wrinkle setting.

Soak

Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time, then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle.

Delicate

For lingerie and fabrics requiring special care, this cycle has a gentle wash and a slow spin.

Washable Silks

For fine washable silks. Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions.

Cycle—

Extra Cleaning

For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation

for a longer time loosens stubborn soils.

Auto Soak

This will add additional wash time on cycles to allow the detergent to break down excessive soils. After the

Auto Soak is complete, it will automatically move

through the selected cycle.

Washable Woolens

This cycle helps to reduce the need to wash these

fabrics by hand.

Mini-Basket

Uses the Mini-Basket feature. Provides a complete wash, rinse and spin cycle.

Cycle—

System—

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER

Features and appearances may vary slightly

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

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SIZE

Setting the Controls

Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide to help you make the proper selections.

Select an automatic Fabric Care Program

OR customize a Fabric Care Program

● To use the automatic Fabric Care Programs, select

one of the following:

Choose desired For these Fabric Care Selection Temperatures

Cottons Colorfast Cottons Non-Colorfast Permanent Press-Knits

Delicates-Wash. Wasbable Woolens

*’,

wci,,n” W(,tpr

● To customize a Fabric Care Program.

Silks

;,\

(ir)pro.rit?lc{({,l)

Was~inse

Hot/Cold Cold/Cold Cottons, Regular

*WartiCold

Cold/cold

*War

fiarm

YOoE

Set Matching Cycle Selection WasWSpin

(On

Dial)

Cottons, Regular

Permanent Press & Knits

Delicates Gentle/Slow Dclicates Gentle/Slow

/() llOOE

(hand

c’omf<)rtclhll,).

For these

Speeds

NormalFast

Normal~ast

Normal/Slow

The automatic Fabric Care Program is programmed for the majority of laundry you will wash. Customizing your washer to your specific needs is easy.

For example:

You want to wash a load of clothes at warm wash, cold rinse, normal wash speed and fast spin speed. To do that, simply press the Permanent PressKnits pad (for the warm wash and cold rinse) and set the

Cycle Selector knob at Normal on the Cottons, Regular cycle (for Normal Wash Speed and Fast Spin Speed).

COTTONS,

REGUWR

SPOTSCRUBBER

,M.1.mmToNl”l

Select Water Level.

SPOTSCRUBBER O

LIGHT SOIL

NORMAL

HEAW>\+

OPTIMAL

,Km”l,,t

)[

‘.

OFF

cY&kA’O’”K

-~KNITS

● #

WRMPNESS

COOLOOW

~e8N$*

● OFF

PERMANENT PRESS

.?,,.,,,

‘L

OFF

KNITS

‘REWASH

SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes. MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2 LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3

full.

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

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

made a selection, turn knob to RESET and select new

level.

Select Cold Wash if desired, this option will cancel the wash temp. in the Fabric Care Selections.

Select Extra Rinse, if desired. Pressing pad will provide a second deep rinse with Spotscrubber, Cottons and Regular, or Permanent Press and Knits cycles. Press the Reset pad to cancel selection.

End Cycle Signal. Select this signal to remind you to remove clothes from the washer when the cycle ends. Signal will sound and then stop. See the End Cycle Signal section.

The Reset Options pad will allow you to cancel a selected Option.

Select SPOTSCRUBBER, if desired. See How to Use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle for Removing Stains section.

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

Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start the washer.

If you wish to change setting after washer has started, push Cycle Selector

knob into

s;op

the-washer and reset to the

‘TART

STOP

new position. Setting can be changed at any time.

—

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Sorting and Loading

Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color

and

amount of

to Sort Clothes section.

Remove the

and Mini-Basket tub. underside of the lid is a

good

place to put the

pan

w-hile

unloading clothes.

Do not use the Mini-Basket tub when washing regular loads.

and when to use it in How to Use the Mini-Basket

Tub section.

● Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents

section for information on detergents and other laundry additives.

soil,

according to instructions in How

Filter-Flo(”’

pan

The

,..

loading or

You’ll find complete details on how

. .

● Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not

to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.

● Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator. Lint will

collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is finished. See How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan section.

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

not put any items to

●

See Bleach section for instructions in their uses.

●

For information on how to use bleaches and fabric

washed in the Filter-Flo pan.

softeners, see Other Laundry Products section.

●

the lid. Washer

will

fill but not agitate or spin

with the lid open.

Cycle

Times —

Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)

NOTES:

● Total time includes pauses between each phase of the

● Total time does

not

include water fill times. Fill times vary

cycle.

depending on household water pressure and your selected water level.

Perm

WWA9895S

Press & Knits Mini-Quick and

Delicates PreWash*

* Total Cycle Minutes do not include the auto soak cycle you have chosen. Optional Extra Rinse cycles are approximately 15 minutes.

Spotscrubber and Cottons Regular

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SUGGESTED

FABWC Am

CYCLE

SETT~GS

Cycle Suggested

Permanent Press & Knits

Delicates

Regular

Spotscrubber

& Auto Soak

Special Instructions *D

_ filled garments

own

For Clothes

● Synthetics

● Permanent press, treated cottons,

LoaWabrics

such as:

WasMSpin

Speed

Normal/Slow

blends with cottons

● Down-filled garments, if machine

Gentle/Slow

washing is recommended*

● Pillows**

● Baby clothes (delicate)

● Lingerie

● Cottons and linens

● Denims

Gentle/Slow

Normal/Fast

. Blankets***

● Baby clothes (sturdy)

● Work clothes with heavy soil

Normal/Fast

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

**Pillows

***Blankets

Pillows are made of different

materials–dacron,

foam, polyester, natural feather, and down. MANUFACTURER’S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend, to prevent escape of the filling. Fill washer, add detergent and agitate for several minutes. Add two pillows at a time to balance load. Use largest water level.

Fill washer with water; add detergent and allow to dissolve. Add blanket.

WASH ONLY ONE BLANKET AT A TIME. On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage. Pre-treat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.

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How to Use the Bleach Dispenser

Use this dispenser with ● Measure bleach carefully. See manufacturer’s 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.

instructions.

● 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.

How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser

● Position the Fabric

Softener Dispenser on the Filter-Flo pan.

Pour manufacturer’s

recommended amount of fabric softener into a one cup (240 ml) measuring cup.

● Add enough water to fill

the cup 1/2 full.

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.

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● Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.

● The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed

at the proper time.

● Do not stop the washer during the first spin.

This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.

Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with

the Soak or Prewash cycle.

●

If the dispenser gets clogged, soak it in a solution of

one cup

NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo

(240

ml) water and one cup

(240

pan as

ml) alcohol.

a wash

basket. Do not put items to be washed in the Filter-Flo pan. Do not place detergent packets

in the Filter-Flo pan.

The Filter-Flo pan also serves as a lid for the Mini-

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

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OPERAT~G

How to Use the Soak Cycle

~STRUCTIONS

(continued)

● Soak: Turn the Cycle Selector knob to soak. Start

the washer. Add pre-measured detergent or soak product; add clothes.

How to Use the Auto Soak Cycle

In the Auto Soak cycle the washer fills, agitates and it soaks for the time you selected. It automatically advances into the next cycle.

How to Use the Mini-Quick,

The MINI-QUICK, cycle, intended to wash small loads of lightly soiled clothes you need in a hurry.

The Mini-Basket tub should be used for satisfactory results.

DELICATES cycle

Delicates

is a short

Cycle

● NOTE: For an extended soak, allow the washer

fill

and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent. Add clothes. 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.

● PreWash with Auto Soak: Set the Cycle Selector

knob for soak time desired in the PreWash cycle. Start the washer. The washer

will

agitate, soak and

automatically advance into PreWash.

● Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser or the

Mini-Basket tub with the Soak cycle.

1. Follow steps 1 through 8 in the section How to Use the Mini-Basket Tub.

2. Push the Cycle Selector knob in and turn it clockwise to the MINI-QUICK,

DELICATES

cycle.

3. Pull the Cycle Selector knob out to start the washer.

ENERGY-SAVING

If your clothes and household items don’t and fresh after washing, you will probably rewash them.. and that means

you’ll

waste energy. Remember to sort your clothes carefully, and load them properly, select correct cycles, use enough detergent and

enough

● Try to wash less often. Save articles of the same

choo.ye

release

a water temperature warm

and get rid of

roil.

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.

look

clean

TWS

● Always rinse in cold water. The temperature

of the rinse does not affect cleaning.

● Wash in off-peak utility hours. Your

can tell you which are the off-peak hours.

Use your washer’s Normal Spin. This

more water during spin, which will shorten drying cycle to save more energy.

● 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.

local

will

utility

remove

Page 11

—

~pical

● Small loads of regular fabrics (up to

(1.

● Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles,

Mini-Basket ~b Wash Loads

125

kg).

2’A

pounds)

● Stuffed toys.

● Tennis shoes.

blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate

How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabrics or

Remove the

2. Place Mini-Basket tub on agitator.

Pu1l

the agitator toward the front of the machine for easier installation and removal of Mini-Basket tub.

3. Put detergent in the bottom of

tub

b<f{]re

you would use for a small load in the regular wash basket). See How Much Detergent Should You Use section.

4. Load clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.

5. Replace the It serves as a lid to keep

::;:;t;::intheMini-

Filter-Flo

hand-washables.

pan.

the Mini-Ba.~ket

clothe.y

(about the same amount

pan.

-?=

\ ‘--

‘1

Delicate

Add bleach, if desired. J

6. Measure carefully and pour recommended amount of liquid bleach— (60 into the bleach dispenser. ‘ ‘ See How to Use the Bleach Dispenser section.

Add fabric softener,

softener dispenser on the

1 teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or

1 tablespoon (15 ml) of diluted softener into a standard measuring cup. Add enough water to fill the cup 1/2 full. Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser. See How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser.

Close washer lid and

set controls as follows:

—Set Water Level to

BASKET position.

—Select desired

Speed

See Operating Instructions.

—Select desired cycle (Regular,

Press or Knits). See Operating Instructions.

9. Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer.

Hand-washables

1/4

cup

ml)—directly

WasMS~in

and

Was~ins~

‘

if desired. Place the fabric

Filter-Flo pan. Pour

.Zm-.

URGE 0~

MEO*,

‘a~

SMALL

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MINI-

Temp.

Spotscrubber, Perm.

EXTRA

‘RGE RESET

SIZE

‘MINI.

BASKET

Special Instructions for Use of the Mini-Basket

● The Mini-Basket tub can be used with any cycle

except the SOAK and PREWASH cycle.

● Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket

when using the Mini-Basket tub. There will not be enough water in the regular basket and damage

to clothes could result.

● 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.

Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the

MINI-QUICK,

● Shake sand

loading; otherwise some may remain in the tub and on the clothes after the cycle is completed.

DELICATES

andor

loose dirt out of clothes before

cycle.

Page 12

HOW TO USE

SPOTSCRUBBER CYCLE

SPOTSCRUBBER

The

SPOTSCRUBBER

Cycle

FOR

Cycle

Removes Stains and Heavy Soil Automatically

uses a high concentration

mMOV~G

of detergent in about two gallons (7.6 liters) of water and is designed to remove stains automatically.

SPOTSCRUBBER Stain Removal Shortcut

Many stains that have not set into the fabric can be automatically removed in your washer’s

SPOTSCRUBBER

Cycle.

Step 1. Launder any stained washable fabric with the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle, using the hottest water the fabric can stand and the recommended amount of detergent.

Step

If the stain remains—and if the stained article is white or

bleachable—wash

it again with the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle, using

warm

water and

bleach (see

Bleach column in Controls Setting Guide) plus the recommended amount of detergent.

Chances are Step 1 will remove the following stains:

Fresh Blood

● Perspiration

● Cosmetics, Grease, Oil

●

Chocolate, Cream, Ice Cream,

● Most Common Food Stains

Odds are good that Step 2 will

remove these stains:

● Grass, Foliage,

● Aged Blood

● Antiperspirants, Deodorants

● Coffee and Tea

● Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices, Wine,

Food Coloring, Vegetables

STAINS

Selecting Optional Extra Rinse will give you two rinses that solution.

FIowers

will

remove the concentrated detergent

If the stain remains after you have tried both steps...

if the stain is caused by rust, adhesives (chewing gum, etc.),

Milk

tar...

if the item is too big to be laundered in the Mini-Basket tub...

follow the recommendations in the Stain Removal Guide.

How to Use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle

~pical

● 1 average size tablecloth, or

● 3 shirts or blouses, or

● 1 shirt and 1 pair of slacks, or

1. Remove the

2. Place Mini-Basket tub on

SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle Wash Load

“

1 full size

“

3-5 baby garments, or

● 5-6 undergarments

Filter-Flo

pan.

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

Put detergent in the bottom of the Mini-Basket tub

before loading clothes

(about the same amount you

would use for a small load in the regular wash

basket). See the How Much Detergent Should

You Use section.

bedsheet,

4. Load clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.

5. Replace the

Filter-Flo

pan. It serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Basket tub.

Mini-

.s+

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6. Add bleach, if desired.

Measure carefully pour recommended amount of liquid bleach—about 1/4 (60

ml)—directly

the bleach dispenser.

and

cup

into

See the How to Use the Bleach Dispenser section.

7. Add fabric softener, if desired. Place the Fabric

Softener Dispenser on the teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or

Filter-Flo

pan. Pour 1

tablespoon (15 ml) of diluted softener into a standard measuring cup. Add enough water to fill the cup 1/2 full. Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.

8. Close the washer lid and set the controls. —Select desired Fabric Care Program and cycle.

Proper wash water temperature is important.

Refer to the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide and Stain Removal Guide.

—Set SPOTSCRUBBER

control to SET position.

s.iu

LOAOSUE

..-.s,,

This fills the Mini-Basket tub half full of water, which is normal. *

What Happens During the

When agitation begins, the SPOTSCRUBBER control moves counterclockwise for about half a minute. A sharp distinctive

SPOTSCRUBBCR

,“,”.,,. m,,

SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle

When agitation stops, the

SPOTSCRUBBER control

moves the remaining distance

to the left and rinsing begins. sound will be heard soon after agitation begins. This is the sound of the water recirculation system cutting off to keep the concentrated detergent solution

in the Mini-Basket tub.

—Select

Optionl

Extra Rinse.

—Push Cycle Selector

knob in and turn it to the

SPOTSCRUBBER cycle.

—Pull Cycle Selector knob to start washer.

*Think you need more water when adding a

item such as a tablecloth? Wait about a minute after agitation begins, then check. To add stop

washe<

ON and restart

reset SPOTSCRUBBER control to

washer

Leave Water Level

large

watec

control

at MINI-BASKET

—For best results, don’t overload the Mini-Basket

tub. It’s better to do two loads, so laundry can move

freely in the water.

Cycle sequence:

Wash . . . . . . . . . .......19 minutes

Spin . .. . . . . . . . ....,...4 minutes

Rinse . . . . . . . . . ........4 minutes

Spin . . . . . . . . . . ........7 minutes

2nd Rinse . . . . . ........5 minutes

Spin . . . . . . . . . . ........7 minutes

Total Time . . . . .......46 minutes

*Includes

pauses cycle. Does not

vary depending

include water

between each

(m huuschold

water pressure.

phase of I’ill

times

the

which

● Do not wash clothes in the

regular wash basket when using the Mini-Basket tub.

● You must use the

Mini-Basket tub with the

SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle.

Special Instructions for Use of the Mini-Basket

● Shake sand

andor loose

dirt out of clothes before loading; otherwise some may remain in the tub and on the clothes after the cycle is completed.

● When washing stockings, panty

hose and other easily tangled items, always handle separately. To minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net laundry bag.

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Sort by Surface Texture

Separate

HOW TO SORT

CLOT~S

LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and

chenille—gjve 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 Soil

Sort by Color

Separate

In addition to sorting reduce lint collection,

it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together

whenever possible.

For instructions on different fabrics and loads, see the Fabric and Cycle Settings guide.

It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing.

● Empty pockets, brush out cuffs, zip zippers, snap

snaps, hooks and buttons.

Do any necessary mending—rips, hems. tears.

Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain.

Remove stains. Use the SPOTSCRUBBER

that is designed to remove stains and stubborn soil automatically, and refer to the Stain Removal Guide when you elect to pretreat and scrub stains by hand.

“

Turn

poly

knits inside-out to minimize fabric surface

damage.

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

Cycle

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

and

embedded dirt

Soaking can be either a completely separate washing

step or a preliminary step to

For detailed information on how to soak in your

washer, see the

FOR INFORMATION on SOAKING AGENTS, see the Other Laundry Products Guide.

Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing in a

of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap. For best results, wait

1/2 hour before washing. Or wash small, extremely

soiled

loads in the Mini-Basket tub using the

SPOTSCRUBBER

even some stains.

complete wash cycle.

How

to Use the Soak Cycle section.

small

cycle.

amount

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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER

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

full

water fill.

What is the best size load of clothes—large, medium, or small? Save time, energy and detergent by avoiding extra use of

the washer. Try to wash a full load of clothes. If you can it is better to save clothes until you have a full load. If you must wash smaller loads, save water, energy and detergent by adjusting the water level for the size of the load. See Operating Instructions.

● Load clothes dry.

● Take a properly sorted group of

clothes and drop them loosely in the wash basket in this order:

Large items–like sheets. Do

not wrap around the agitator.

Small items–like

washcloths.

Medium size items–like

towels.

DO NOT OVERLOAD YOUR

WASHER.

● Try to mix

large

and small items in each machine load for better washing action.

● Wash large items (blankets, bed

spreads, mattress pads, etc.) separately.

If machine is overloaded, you

may experience

oversudsing

out of balance conditions.

To Add Items After the Washer Has Started

● Turn off the washer.

● Carefully remove the

● Add any additional articles by submerging them next

Filter-Flo

pan.

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

you are machine-washing permanent press clothes

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

minimize wrinkling in the wash process:

● Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops

and hang immediately.

● Be careful not to overload washer. Permanent press

clothes must have ample room to move freely. A medium size permanent press load is the largest that should be washed.

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

Use a medium water

extra large water level for a medium load.

To minimize wrinkling, use a Fabric Care Program

level

for a small load. Use an

with a Gentle Spin. See Fabric Care Programs in Operating Instructions.

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HOW MUCH DETERGENT

The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most

important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean.

Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount.

SHO~D

YOU USE?

Amount required varies according to:

1. Water hardness

2. Amount of soil

3. Size of load

4. Type of detergent

5. Wash temperature

Use more detergent if you have...

1. Hard water

2. Large loads

3. Greasy or oily soils

4. Lower wash temperature

5. Low phosphate detergent

If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds, switch to a lower brand, and follow instructions on package.

Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup.

HARD WATER—DO YOU

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).” This means:

O to 3.5 grains per gallon (3.8

3.6 to 7 grains—HARD

7.1 to 10.5 grains—VERY HARD

10.6 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD

liters)—SOFT

How to use detergent; granular, powdered or liquid:

sudsing

detergent

—

If your water is can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget about hard water. If you have HARD water—less than

10 grains—and you use phosphate detergent, you also

have no problem. But, if you have more than 10 grains, you will need

to soften your water with either . . .

1. An installed water softener in your home, or

2. The use of a packaged water softener.

For information on water softeners, see the manufacturer’s recommendations.

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

~VE

SO~,

IT?

you have no problem. You

load

your clothes

all

Page 17

Laundry Product and

BLEACH

Chlorine liquid

such as

Clorox

Non-chlorine such as

Clorox

2 brand

FABRIC SOFTENERS

Rinse additive

Downy brand

SANITIZER

Chlorine bleach

such as

Clorox brund

WATER SOFTENER

Non-precipitating

such as

Calgon

Precipitatin& such as

Borax brand

SOAK AGENT Such as

PRE-TREATING, STAIN AND SPOT REMOVERS Such as Spray ’n Wash and

TINTS AND DYES Powdered

and

Biz

K2R

brands

Tintex

~pe

brand

such

brand

such as brands

Rit

How to Use It

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

If you do

pour diluted bleach next to the agitator. Follow

Put

Follow package directions for diluting softeners.

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

Follow package directions. Add at start of wash cycle.

Follow package directions.

Foliow

heavily soiled areas. Check garments’ care labels for instructions.

NOTE: Tinted garments may not be colorfast. Wash separately.

not

have a bleach dispenser,

package directions.

bleach into washer with detergent.

above,

package directions. Treat only

package directions

Special Instructions

1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour

undiluted liquid chlorine

or on dry clothes.

2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as: silk, wool,

3) Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions.

1) May be used on

1) Helps make clothes

2) Reduces static electricity.

3) Use the following manufacturer’s direction. Too much may cause a hard, rough feeling on some clothes.

4) Do not pour directly on clothes.

Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping water clear.

Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate which

gives

For best results, soak garments a minimum of

CAUTION: Washer and dryer control panels and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products if have direct contact with the washer. Apply these pre-treatment products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed normally. Damage to your washer caused by pre-treatment products is not covered by your warranty.

Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next

complete cycle using hot water,

I cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe exterior parts. may discolor plastic in washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration but may never eliminate it.

most

cloudy or

bleach

directly into washer

spandex,

fabrics. Test fabric first.

tluffy

and soft.

milky

appearance to water.

sucb

products are sprayed on or

1/2

or non-fast colors.

cup (120 ml) detergent,

minutes.

load.

Go through

Caution: Tinting

Page 18

HOW TO

SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle Shortcut

mMOVE

STAINS

Many stains that have not set into the fabric can be automatically removed in your washer’s

SPOTSCRUBBER

Cycle.

Getting stains out of items that are too big to be laundered in the Mini-Basket tub is more difficult. The Stain Removal Guide on the next page suggests ways of treating stains by hand.

Whether you use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle

● Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The

fresher the stain, the easier it is to

● Before attempting to remove any stain, check the

care

label

instructions that came with the garment.

● Some detergents are more effective in removing

certain stains than others. If the stain remains after you have tried the SPOTSCRUBBER try another brand.

shortcut or apply stain removal products by hand:

To Apply Stain Removal Products by Hand

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

next page, and use only recommended methods.

● Test stain removal product on a hidden inside seam

or on a sample of the material.

“ Follow

● Wash with recommended amount of soap or

stain removal with a thorough rinsing.

detergent.

Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and

Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool water—approximately

for 5 minutes and launder in washer.

80°F. (27°C.)—in

a sink or pan. Soak stained area

Bleachable

remove.

Fabrics

Cycle

shortcut,

The Case of the “Invisible” Stain

Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments may cause stains which are virtually invisible and which you may not notice as you put your clothes into the washer.

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

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

● Wash spotted fabrics in the Mini-Basket tub using

the SPOTSCRUBBER

Cy(.le

and hottest water the

fabric can stand.

● Another way to remove these spots is to rub in

undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes, then 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.

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Many Stains That Have Not Set Into the Fabric Can Be Automatically Removed in Your Washer’s

SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle

Stain

● Fresh Blood

● Perspiration

● Cosmetics,

Grease, Oil

● Chocolate,

Cream, Ice Cream, Milk

● Most Common

Food Stains

● Grass, Foliage,

Flowers

● Aged Blood

● Antiperspirants,

Deodorants

● Coffee and Tea

● Fresh Fruit, Fruit

Juices, Wine,

Food Coloring,

Vegetables

~eatment

Launder with the

amount of detergent. If the stain remains—and if the stained article is white or

Cycle, using warm water and bleach amount of detergent.

If the stained article is white or bleachable, use warm water and chlorine bleach (see Bleach column in Controls Setting Guide) plus the recommended amount of detergent.

SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle,

Stains That Need Pretreatment

Stain

Rust

White and Bleachable Fabrics

Wash with hot water and 1/2 cup (120 ml) of citric or oxalic acidt; or apply commercial rust remover ** using manufacturer’s directions,

rinse

and launder.

using the hottest water the fabric can stand and the recommended

bleachable—wash it again with the SPOTSCRUBBER

(see Bleach column in

For other washable fabrics, use oxygen bleach.

C(mtrols

Setting Guide) plus the recommended

Other Washable Fabrics

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

Adhesives (chewing gum, etc.)

Ink, Ballpoint

Tar

*Caution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure

you are in a well-ventilated room when using them. No

cleaning fluid should be used unless user is familiar with

the [imitations 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.

Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull too/to carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge

with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * rinse Fresh stains:

use spray cleaner then wash as usual. Old stains: on previous page.

Treat stain with commercial spot remover such as texize following manufacturers directions. Repeat if necessary. Launder and dry.

Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and

or sponge with dry cleaning fluid, * rinse well,

Bleach

well,

then wash as usual.

per the Stain Removal Hint

K2R

brand,

**Do

not

mix

andor

vinegar

which may cause death.

tOxalic acid is toxic. Take care not to ingest it accidentally.

Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics except launder using oxygen bleach.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

chlorine

bleach

with ammonia or acids such as

rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas

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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 section.

● Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer items

with correct water level.

● Too much bleach. Use correct amount of bleach according to package directions.

Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle. Increase amount

of detergent. See Detergent section.

●

Incorrect use of fabric softener. If

used in wash cycle, softeners may react with

detergent to create a white deposit. Use 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.

are

not

They

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. Or launder with

Insufficient detergent. You may

norrnd,

larger than

if soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is large or if

nmd

to increase amount of detergent used if load is

SPOTSCRUBBER

cycle.

water is Hard to Extremely Hard.

●

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

the washer at such as

●

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

1. Use water conditioner (such as

120°F.–1500F. (45°C.-650C.).

dishwashing

or family

baths-~

Calgon

Do not wash when other hot water

heavy.

brand).

needs—

2. Pretreat stains.

3. Use the hottest water possible.

4. Use bleach where possible.

5. Use presoak aids.

6. Install water softener.

●

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

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

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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 opposite page.

●

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

smaller loads.

. Detergent dissolves too slowly. Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the

start of agitation. See Detergent and Additives section.

●

To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:

1. Put clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check garment manufacturer’s care labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment.

●

Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as

2fi

Use

Do not use detergent or soap.

●

Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.

●

Repeat, if necessary.

times as much as you need for normal water softening.

Cdgon

brand.

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

3. Use an extra cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select Settings section.

YELLOWED CLOTHES

BLUE OR GRAY

COLOR

ST~S

4. Use the Mini-Basket tub. Increase detergent.

●

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

of T-shirt or pillow case. If they are white and center is yellow, it contains body oil. Restore whiteness following procedures in Grayed Clothes, above.

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

Clorox

as using color remover (such as

●

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

2 brand). Refer to garment manufacturer’s care instructions. Restore color

Rit

Tintex

brands), following package directions.

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

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

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

3. heater occasionally.

To remove spok:

stained

remove overall yellow:

porti~n

Wash in Mini-Basket tub using

over pan of boiling water and

sq~eeze

Wash in Mini-Basket tub using

SPOTSCRUBBER

cycle or

spread

lemon juice through stain.

SPOTSCRUBBER

cycle or

use a commercially available rust scale remover, following package instructions. If

porcelain damage can occur, do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.

Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes; always dilute before adding to rinse water. See Other Laundry Products section. Also, do not lift lid during spin. This may cause improper dispensing, resulting in stains.

s~ins:

Wash in Mini-Basket tub using

SPOTSCRUBBER

cycle or dampen stained

To remove

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

(continued next puge)

Page 22

THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SHRINKAGE, GENERAL

SHRINKAGE, KNITS

WRINKLING IN PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in

washed but

will

shrink in a dryer. Follow garment manufacturer’s care

washer or by hand; others maybe safely

labels

exactly.

If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.

●

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

biouses.

Do not wash permanent

press items with regular laundry.

●

Too many clothes in washer. Permanent press loads should always be smaller than

.no

regular loads..

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

cooldown

●

Incorrect water level. Use larger water level for medium load, medium level for

more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.

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

small load.

●

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

detergent.

●

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

To remove wrinkles:

●

Retumble

●

Rerinse

●

If unsuccessful,

Send to dry

●

Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.

on Permanent Press setting in your dryer.

and dry on Permanent Press setting.

retumble

cIeaners

on high heat for 10 to 12 minutes and hang immediately.

for pressing.

SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR

●

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

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 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.

●

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. See Other Laundry Products section.

witi these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not

WATER TEMPERATURE

IS INCORRECT

WATER WON’T DRAIN

WATER LEAKS

@@@@

●

Make

sure cord is plugged into outlet.

●

Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.

Make sure controls are set and 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

●

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

hoses

from water valve. Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.

●

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

120°F.–l 50°F. (45°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.

may

be stopped up. Remove inlet

seuarate

outlet.

(continued next page)

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

●

WASHER IS NOISY

Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and

front jam nuts tight.

. 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

●

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, stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Selector knob, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.

See

your hstallation Instructions.

normal.

WASHER PAUSES

●

Washer normally pauses between washing

IN CYCLE between spin and rinse.

If you need more

help...call,

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

CAm Am CLEAN~G

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

The

~b.

The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid 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.

How to remove the agitator

To remove the agitator,

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

models

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 models so equipped), the screw and the cap.

so equipped)

Wipe off any spills of washing

— Cap

—

.)/ J

(Appearance may vary)

— Agitator

—Shafi

Screw

Agitator

Extender (on some models)

steps...such

To Store Washer.

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

to the weather.

For Long Vacations.

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

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.

as between wash and spin or

Ask service technician to remove

Be sure water supply is shut off

Filter-Flo

160°F.

(71°C. )

pan

CAUTIONS:

● Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar

can damage porcelain.

●

Do not exceed

may warp.

180°F.

(82°C.

) or filter pan

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Page 26

NOTES

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We’ll Be There

With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive

information or assistance from GE,

In-Home Repair Service

80WEXARES(80M32-273~

A GE

consumer

scheduled at

co]n~)~ir]y,-opel:~ted” c(~rrvenience (7:()() our f’;i(:tory-tr~iined

repair’s

can be handled in just one visit.

service professional will provide expert repair service,

time that’s convenient

locations

a.m.

technicians know your appliance inside and

offer

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7:00 p.m. weekdays,

for

you service today or tomorrow, ur at your

wdll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!

you. Many GE Consumer Service

9:()()

a.m. to

2:()()

p.m. Saturdays).

out-so u1OSI

the

assurance that

if’you

ever need

GEAnswer

Center

8086262000

Wba(ever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer (;enter@ inti)rmation service is available to help. Your call—and your question-will be answcl-ed (;en(er”

promptly and courteously. And you can call any time.

sc[-vice is

open 24

hours a day, 7 days a week.

Customers With Special Needs...

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Answer

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appliances, and a assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons mobility. To free of charge, call 800.626.2000.

cuntrols

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will provide

for

brochure

oh[.ain

a variety of

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limited

these

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access call

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information or service.

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who

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call

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the secure Ikcling that GE Gorrsumer Service will still be there

after

your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract. while your warranty is still

e[lkc.

t and you’ll receive a substantial discuunt. With a multiple-year contract,

you’1-c

assured

Parts

offu[ure

service at today’s prices.

andAccessories

80@626-2002

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet

can have

their home.

47,()()()

full}

are “accepted.

needed

par[s.. and

warrante[l.

parls or accessories sent directly

The GE parts system provides access

all (“;E; (;enuinc

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Renewal Parts arc

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over Other servicing

cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.

service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since

improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

generdy shodd

be referred to qualified

Page 28

YOUR GE AUTOMATIC

CLOTHES WASHER

WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or

cancelled

check

here. Proof of original purchase date

is needed to obtain service

under warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year

purchase, we will provide,

from date of original

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

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

Cente@

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,

D.C.

In Alaska the

warranty is the same except that it

is LIMITED because you must pay

to ship the product to the service

shop or for the service technician’s

travel costs to your home. All warranty

sewice will be

provided by our Factory Service

Centers or by our authorized

Car@

Customer

servicers during

normal working hours.

Should your appliance 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 IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you spec;fic legal

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

know what your legal rights are in your state, consult

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

This book is printed on recycled paper.

Part No. 175 Pub

5-94

No.

49-9817

D1807P048

r;ghts,

and you may also have other rights which

your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

va~

from state to state.

Printed in

WWA98!

Louisvill[