GE WISR309CT, WISR309DT Owner’s Manual

Models: WISR309CT WISR309DT

Washer

		Owner’s Manual
		English Version
		Important Safety Information		2

			Operating Instructions	4
			The Controls on Your Washer
			Other Washer Features
			Preparing to Wash
			Care of Product
			Helpful Information	10
			Specialized Fabric Guide

	If Something Goes Wrong	11

Versión en español	19
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GE Appliances

General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225 USA

175D1807P287 49-90020

7-99 JR

Printed in the United States

Important Safety Information

Read all safety information before using

Water Heater Safety

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water taps 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.

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Warning

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following sections.

Safety Precautions

•Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

—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.

•Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

•Do not tamper with the controls.

•Never reach into the washer while it is moving.

•Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children or infirm persons. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance

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

•Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, drycleaning 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 and/or dryer during operation.

•To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this

appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance

or cleaning.

•NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

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Operating Instructions

The
controls	LOAD SIZE		SPEED	TEMPERATURE
			WASH/SPIN
on your			NORMAL
	SUPER	GENTLE	SLOW	WARM	HOT
			NORMAL
washer	LARGE	RESET SLOW	FAST	COLD	COLD

MEDIUM		COLD	WARM
	SMALL	COLD	WARM

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1 Load Size

By selecting load size, you are setting the water level. For the best results, select a size appropriate for the load you are washing.

Country	Maximum Load Capacity
Australia	7.5 kg

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2Wash/Spin Speed

This refers to the speed of the agitator during the wash and the basket during spin.

With the Normal wash speed the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With the Gentle wash speed the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.

The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. Clothes will be less dry than when using a fast spin speed.

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Cycle Descriptions

COTTONS REGULAR	PERMANENT PRESS	KNITS
For normal to lightly	For synthetics and blends	Specially designed for
soiled cottons, linens,	with normal soil.	normally soiled knits.
work and play clothes
with SHORT WASH being
the shortest and
REGULAR/HEAVY being
the longest regular warm
wash program.

EXTRA RINSE		PERMANENT PRESS
	COTTONS	KNITS
		PERMANENT
	REGULAR
OFF	SET	PRESS

DELICATES

SHORT WASH
LIGHT SOIL
MEDIUM SOIL
REGULAR/HEAVY	30 MIN
	AUTO SOAK

DELICATES

For lingerie and specialcare fabrics with light to normal soil.

AUTO SOAK

For heavily soiled clothes with the HOT-COLD wash setting. Begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, agitates again, then movesthroughtherestof thecycleautomatically.

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3 Wash/Rinse Temp

Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label or instructions when laundering. Use this chart as a general guide.

Wash/Rinse Temperature Guide

		wash	rinse
		temperature	temperature
COTTONS WHITE		hot	cold
COTTONS COLORS		warm*	cold
PERMANENT PRESS		warm*	cold
DELICATES		cold	cold
WASHABLE WOOLENS		warm*	warm*

4Selecting Cycle/Starting Washer

•Push in the Cycle knob to select the desired cycle. See the above Cycle Descriptions.

•Add detergent.

•Add clothes and close lid.

•Pull out the Cycle knob to start washer.

See next page for other washer features

*Warm water is approximately 32°C. to 43°C. (90°F. to 110°F.) (hand comfortable)

For information on fabric care for specialty

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items see the Specialty Care Guide.

Operating Instructions

Other washer features your model may have

Extra Rinse			When you use extra detergent	The washer will pause for a few
			or bleach to clean heavily soiled	minutes before the Extra Rinse
OFF	SET
				option begins.
			clothes, you may want to use the
			Extra Rinse option. This option
			provides a second deep cold rinse
			in the Cottons Regular cycle. Turn
			the Extra Rinse knob to SET.

Lint Filter

The lint filter is located under the agitator. It is self-cleaning and requires no maintenance.

Liquid Bleach

Dispenser

Pour liquid bleach into bleach dispenser

This dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load. To use, follow these steps:

1Check clothing care labels for special instructions.

2Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on bottle.

3Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach dispenser. Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser.

NOTE:

•Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.

•Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, pour it into the wash basket with your detergent.

Agitator Cap

This cap fits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on.

6	Do not pour anything into the
	agitator if the top is removed

Fabric Softener

Dispenser

Pour liquid fabric softener and water into fabric softener dispenser

This dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. To use, follow these steps:

1Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator.

2Pour liquid fabric softener into dispenser, using amount recommended on package.

3Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line.

NOTE:

•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 Auto Soak.

•Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It will leave spots on clothes.

•Only use dispenser for liquid fabric softeners. If dispenser gets clogged, see Cleaning section below.

Do not pour anything into the agitator if the top is removed

Cleaning Fabric

Softener Dispenser

Separate for cleaning

1Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.

2Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover.

3To clean dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in a solution of warm water and liquid detergent.

4If necessary, loosen build-up with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiff brush; you may roughen the surface of the dispenser.

5Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.

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Operating Instructions

Preparing to Wash

Sort

Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label when laundering.

Sort by color

(Separate colorfast from non-colorfast fabrics*)

•Whites

•Lights

•Darks

Separate by fabric type

•Cottons and linens

•Permanent press cottons and blends

•Synthetic and poly knits

•Delicates

Separate lint producers from lint collectors

•Lint producers: terry cloth and chenille

•Lint collectors: velveteen and corduroy

Sort by soil

•Light

•Medium

•Heavy

*Non-colorfast fabrics may bleed or fade. Sort by individual color.

Detergent

Always add detergent before adding clothes so that the detergent can work effectively.

Using the correct 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 package directions.

Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry

problems. Use more detergent if you have hard water, large loads, greasy or oily soils or lower water temperature.

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Load

Loaddryitemsloosely,spacing evenlyaroundagitator,andclose thelid.

A typical wash load: two twin sheets, two tablecloths, four collared shirts, three pillow cases, three small bath towels, three t-shirts, and three pairs of shorts.

Place large items in bottom, small items in the middle and medium items on top.

When loading wet items make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely.

Wash bulky items like blankets separately.

To add items after washer has started, push in Cycle knob and submerge additional items next to the agitator. Close the lid and pull Cycle knob out to restart.

To reduce wrinkling, give permanent press items, synthetics and poly knits room to move freely in the washer.

NOTE:

•Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agitator.

•Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) in your washer.

Care & Cleaning

The Washer

Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. The wash basket is practically care free.

If you want to clean the washer use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)

Fill Hoses—Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every five years.

Moving and Storage—Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. Contact your local distributor for information on how to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer.

Long Vacations—Be sure water supply is shut off at taps. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing.

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Helpful Information

Specialty Care Guide

Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label or instructions when laundering.

Otherwise use the information below as a general guide.

Item	Suggested Care
Down-Filled Garments	Always wash down-filled garments separately from other types
	of garments. Wet down gives off an odor that will disappear when
	the down is dried. Wash down items frequently to fluff up the
	down and to retain down’s warmth. When washing make sure
	the load is balanced. Add towels if necessary. Always tumble-dry
	down garments.
Pillows	Pillows are made from a variety of materials. Wash only if
	recommended on the Pillow Manufacturer’s Care Label. Before
	washing check pillows for weak seams or holes, and mend. Let
	the washer fill with water and add detergent. Let the washer
	agitate for several minutes and then add pillows in pairs. This
	will keep the load balanced. Use the largest load/water level
	available.
Blankets	Let the washer fill with water, add detergent, allow detergent to
	dissolve, then add blanket. Wash only one blanket at a time.
Permanent Press Clothes	Select a larger load/water level than normal. This will provide
that are Line Dried	more water to help reduce wrinkling and to allow clothes enough
	room to move around. Remove clothes as soon as the wash cycle is
	complete and hang them up immediately.

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