GE WSM2480TCAWW, WSM2480D3WW, WSM2420D3WW, WSM2420D2WW, WSM2420D2CC Owner’s Manual

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_ Safety Instructions ....................3=5

Operating Instructions, Tips

Operating the Washer ...........................6-13

Agitator ..........................................................7

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

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

Cycle Times ..................................................7

Energy-Saving Tips .....................................7

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

Lint Filter ................................................7, 18

Soak ................................................................6

Washer Lid Latch ........................................6

Operating the Dryer ............................. 14-17

Air Fluff Drying .......................................... 15

Automatic and Timed Drying ................ 15

Control Settings ........................................14

Energy-Saving Tips ..................................17

Fabric and Cycle Settings .......................16

Lint Filter .............................................. 14, 18

Loading ....................................................... 14

Sorting .................................................14, 17

Problem Solver .......................20-24

More questions ?...call

GEAnswer Center® 800,626,2002

Preparation

Detergents and Additives ...................10, 1 1

Hard Water ....................................................10

Loading the Washer ..................................6, 8

Sorting Clothes ...........................................6, 9

Stains ..............................................................12

Stain Removal Guide ...................................13

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

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

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

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

Repair Service ..................................................2

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

Care and Cleaning ...............18, 19

iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiStorage andVacation Tips ........................ 18

iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_UserMaintenancelnstructions ................18

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I Models: WSM2420, WSM2480

HELP US HELP YOU...

Before using your
Spacemaker TM Laundry,

read this book carefully.

It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your

new appliance 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

WARNING:For your SafetYtheh_formationin thismanual must befollowedto minimize

the risk of fire or explosionor topreventpropertydamage,pers0nal iujuryor loss oflife,

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 appliance...

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

Write down the model
and serial nmnbers.

You'll find them on a label on the
inside of the door or the rating

plate on top of the dryer.
These numbers are also on the

Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with

your appliance. 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 appliance.

reDo not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call

• Do not try to light any appliance, the fire department.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; mInstallation and service must be performed
do not use any phone in your building, by a qualified installer, service agency or

the gas supplier.

• Clear the room, building or area

All washing and drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.

If You Need Service

To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page

in the back of this book.
We're proud of our service and

want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the

service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for further help.

First, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most

cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,

write all the details--including
your phone number_to:

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using your appliance.

A arning--To reduce the risk of fire,

basic precautions, including the following:

• Use this appliance only for its intended

_ installed and located in accordance with To Minimize the Possibility

used. If you did not receive an Installation • Exhaust Duct--See Installation Instructions.

electric shock, or injury to persons when

using your appliance, follo,_

purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.

• This appliance must be properly

"_ the Installation Instructions before it is of a Fire Hazard

Instructions sheet with your
appliance, you can obtain one by calling, toll

tree. the GE Answer Center { 800.626.i002.

--Properly ground to conform with all governing

codes and ordinances. Follow details in
Installation Instructions.

--Locate where the temperature is above 50°F.
¢10°C.} for satisfactory operation of the

appliance control system. Do not install or store
the appliance where it will be exposed to the

weather.

--Connect to a properly rated, protected

and sized power supply circuit to avoid

electrical overload.

V_"_ "When disconnecting this appliance

_]] pull by the plug rather than the cord

,F_._ to avoid damage to the cord orjunction

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.

Use only metal duct inside for exhausting dryer
to the outside. USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER

COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A

FIRE. FOIL OR OTHER EASILY PUNCTURED
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT

COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE
RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING

INS TALLATION.

• Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber,
plastic, or similar materials (such as padded bras,

tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby
pants, plastic bags. etc._as these materials may

melt or burn. Also. some rubber materials, when
heated, can under certain circumstances produce

fire by spontaneous combustion.

--Do not install against drapes or curtains.
Follow details in Installation Instructions.

--Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY
RECOMMENDED to prevent large amounts

of moisture and lint from being blown into the

room. Carefully follow the details in the
Installation Instructions. If your appliance is not
vented to the outside, see special instructions in must not be put in your dryer.

Care and Cleaning section. If this appliance has a • Any article on which you have used a cleaning
gas dryer, it must be exhausted outside, solvent, or which contains flammable materials

Do not store items that may burn or melt
Isuch as clothing, paper material, plastics

or plastic containers, etc. _on top of the appliance
during the operation

• Garments labeled "Dry Away from Heat"
(such as life jackets containing Kapok_

{_ part of the appliance or attempt beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)
recommended in this Use and Care Book or traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their

in published user-repair instructions that you fumes have been removed. There are many highly

understand and have the skills to carry out. flammable items used in homes such as: acetone.

. Do not repair or replace an) _such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in

any servicing unless specifically must not be placed in or near the dryer until all

denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some

• Turn off water faucets when the washer is not
in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves.

household cleaners, some spot removers.
turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products

containing petroleum distillates.

and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should

break or rupture.

rcontinued next pageJ

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(continued

• Clean the dryer lint filter before each load to
prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or

in the room. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER

WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.

• Keep the area around and underneath

your appliances free from the accumulation
of combustible materials, such as lint. paper,

rags, chemicals, etc.

• The interior of the machine and the exhaust

ducl connection inside the dryer should be

cleaned periodically by a qualified individual.

•To Minimize the Possibility of Injury

• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can

produce a toxic gas which may cause death

WARNING--Fire and
Spontaneous Combustion Hazard

Do not wash or dry items that are

soiled with vegetable or cooking oil. These
1terns may contain some oil after laundering.

Due to the remaining oil. the fabric may smoke
or catch fire by itself causing fire or a

spontaneous combustion hazard.

WARNING--HYDROGEN GAS

_sproduced by the chemical action

within your water heater and the
gas can accumulate in the water heater and/or
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 the Cycle Selector knob in, then wait until
the machine has completely stopped before
opening the lid.

• Never reach into the dryer while the
drum is moving. Before loading, unloading

or adding clothes, wait until the drum has
completely stopped.

• Do not wash or dry articles that have been • Do not wash or dry fiberglass articles in your
deaned in. washed in, soaked in. or spotted with

combustible or explosive substances Isuch as.
paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry ldeaning

solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or
explode.

appliance. Skin irritation could result from the

remaining glass particles that may be picked up by
clothing during subsequent appliance uses.

• The laundry process can reduce

the flame retardancy of fabrics.

Do not add these substances to the wash water

and do not use (Jr store these substances on/or
around your washer and dryer during

operation.

To avoid such a result, the garment

manufacturer's care instructions
should be followed very carefully.

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• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance • Do not tamper with the controls.

is used by or near children. Do nol allow • Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,
children to play inside, on. or with this

appliance or any discarded appliance. Dispose missing or broken parts, including a damaged
of discarded appliances and shipping or

packing materials properly. Before discarding cord or plug.
an appliance, or removing from service. • Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.

remove the lid and door.

malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has

For washer operation

. eep all laundry aids (such as

__.7_ softeners, etc.) out of the reach of

children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Always
read and follow instructions on packages of

detergent and laundr3 aids. Observe all warnings
on container labels to avoid personal injury.

• Keep the floor around your appliance clean

and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

14 power supply before attempting an 3 product for which the manufacturer gives written

maintenance or cleaning {except the removal

and cleaning of the lint filter p.

detergents, bleaches, fabric

shock, unplug this appliance from the instructions for those products, or try a dryer-added

. To minimize the possibility of electric in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer's

NOTE: Pushing the washer cycle
selector knob in or turning the dryer

cycle selector to OFF does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the

power supply.

• Do not leave washer lid up during cycle. This
will stop the spin action and prevent completion

of the cycle.

Dryer-applied Fabric Softeners or
Anti-static Conditioners

You may wish to soften your laundered
fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them.

We recommend you use either a fabric softener

assurance on the package that their product can be
safely used in your dryer.

Service or performance problems caused by
the use of these products are the responsibility

of the manufacturers of those products and are
not covered under the warranty of this appliance,

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

TIPS TO HELP YOU SELECT WASHER SETTINGS

Regular Cycle--

For most cottons, linens, 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 cool down

spray helps prevent set-in wrinkles
in permanent press shirts, blouses,

dresses and similar apparel.

Delicates Cycle--

For lingerie and gently used
fabrics, this cycle has a gentle

wash and a slow spin.

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR 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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Regular

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Auto-

WASH
RINSETemp Load Size Start

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Setting the Controls

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

_[) Select Water Level.
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes.

MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 2/3 full.
LARGE: Over 2/3 full.

For best cleaning results, the load must be able to move
freely in the water. Too big a load or too little water can

cause wear or tear of load items.

Washer Lid Latch

Spacemaker Laundrv

See How to Operate Your Dryer section for the above Dryer controls

O

Select Wash!Rinse Temperature.
Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise to

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your selected wash setting.

Pull Cycle Selector knob _., START

O

out to start the washer. If

you wish to change setting
after washer has started, push

Cycle Selector knob in to stop
the washer and reset to the new position. Setting

can be changed at any time.

To Add Items After Washer Has Started

0

Timed

For easier loading convenience,
use the washer lid latch.

To hold the washer lid
up, lift the lid until it

snaps past the latch
under the control panel.

To release the lid, push
the lid latch up.

LID LATCH

• Turn off the washer.

• Latch the washer lid.

• Add any additional articles by submm_ing them next

to the agitator.

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.

How to Soak in Your Washer

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 Cycle Selector knob to complete cycle.

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Cycle Times m Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)

NOTES:

• Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle.

• Total time does not include water fill times. Fill times vary
depending on household water pressure and your selected water level.

t Permanent Press Delicates t Regular

16 12 16

Sorting and Loading

• Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color

and amount of soil, according to instructions in How

to Sort Clothes section.

• Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents

section for information on detergents and other
laundry additives.

Manual Clean Lint Filter

Clean the filter at the bottom of the agitator after
every load for the best filtering results.

NOTE: The load type will vary
the amount of lint build-up.

To clean:

1. Lift off the agitator barrel.

AGITATOR BARREL

• Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not
to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.

• For information on how to use bleaches and fabric
softeners, see Other Laundry Products section.

• Close the lid. Washer will fill but not spin with the
lid open.

2. Wash or wipe the filter

clean in the bottom of the
agitator barrel. The filter

is not removable.

3. Replace the agitator barrel

and snap it in to place.

MANUAL CLEAN
LINT FILTER

ENERGY-SAVING TIPS FOR YOUR WASHER

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
detm_ent and choose a water temperature warm

enough to release and get rid of soil.

• 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.

• Always rinse in cold water. The temperature
of the rinse does not affect cleaning.

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

• Use your washer's Normal Spin. This will remove
more water during spin, which will shorten drying

cycle to save more enmgy.

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SUGGESTED FABRIC AND CYCLE SETTINGS

FOR YOUR WASHER

Cycle Suggested

Permanent Press & Knits

Delicates

Regular

Special Instructions

*Down-filled garments Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment's warmth. WASH

For Clothes Load/Fabrics such as:

• Synthetics

• Permanent press, treated cottons,
blends with cottons

• Down-filled garments, if machine

washing is recommended*

• Baby clothes (delicate)

• Lingerie

• Cottons and linens

• Denims

• Baby clothes (sturdy)

SEPARATELY. Wet down gives off ml odor which may be absorbed by other gannents.
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 gannents
at a time or add towels to balance. GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.

HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER

This illustration, with clothes just
reachin_g 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:

L_wge 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 or

out of balance conditions.

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HOW TO SORT CLOTHES

Sort by Surface Texture

Separate ,_, ,_

\_ Lint g/ \_ Lint _/

_,.,.<\_Produo_rs.,__jg/from_Coli_ctors__/,_&,-_-,_/

LINT PRODUCERS--such as terry toweling and
chenilleigive up lint.

LINT COLLECTORS--such as man-made fibers and
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroyiattract

lint. These must be washed separately.
For more information on lint control, see The

Problem Solver section.

Sort by Fabric

Separate

Sort by Soil

Separate ,_ ,_ ,_

7gilhtldY2/ from _ M_;diTm 2/ from & H_a_y 2/

Sort by Color

In addition to sorting to
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, and fasten snaps,

hooks and buttons.

• Do any necessary mending--rips,
hems, tears.

• Check all items for areas of heavy
soil or stain.

• Remove stains. See Stain
Removal Guide.

• Turn poly knits inside-out to
minimize fabric surface damage.

EXTRA CLEANING

(See Tips to Help You Select
Settings section for instructions.)

See Stain Removal Guide.
See Fabric and Cycle Settings guide.

See The Problem Solver section.

Soaking and Pretreatingia good

way to loosen deep soils and stains.
A thorough soaking with detergent

or special soaking agent is another

way to remove heavy soils,

embedded dirt and even some stains.

Soaking can be either a completely
separate washing step or a

preliminary step to a complete wash
cycle. For detailed information on
how to soak in your washer, see

How to Use the Soak Cycle.
FOR INFORMATION ON

SOAKING AGENTS, see Other
Laundry Products Guide.

• Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing
in a small amount of liquid

detergent or a paste made of water
and powdered detergent or soap.
For best results, wait 1/2 hour

before washing.

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HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHOULD YOU USE?

The use of a sufficient amount of detmgent 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 temperature

5. Low phosphate detmgent

If the recommended amount of
detergent produces too many suds,

switch to a lower 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.

HARD WATERmDO YOU HAVE 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)." This means:

0 to 3.5 grains per gallon (3.8 liters)--SOFT

3.6 to 7 grains--HARD

7.1 to 10.5 grains--VERY HARD

10.6 grains and ovm_EXTREMELY HARD

How to use detergent;
granular, powdered or liquid:

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 water is SOFT, you have no problem. You
can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget all
about hard water. If you have HARD water--less than

10 grains--and you use phosphate detergent, you also

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

to soften your water with either...

1. An installed water softener in your home, or

2. The use of a packaged water softener.

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

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OTHER LAUNDRY PRODUCTS

Laundry
Product and Type How to Use It Special Instructions

BLEACH
Chlorine liquid

such as Clorox brand

Non-chlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand

FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as

Downy Brand

SAN1TIZER
Chlorine bleach Use in case of infection Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses.

such as Clorox brand and contagious disease.

WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating Follow' package directions. Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping

such as Calgon brand Add at start of wash cycle, water clear.
Precipitating such as Follow package directions. Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate

Borax brand Add at start of wash cycle, which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.
SOAK AGENT

Such as Biz brand Follow package directions. For best results, soak garments a minimum of 30 minutes.
PRE-TREATING, STAIN

AND SPOT REMOVERS
Such as Spray'n Wash

and K2R brands

TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as Rit

and Tintex brands

Pour diluted bleach next to the agitator.

Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.

Follow package directions
for diluting softeners.

See under Bleach above.

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.

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

undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer
or on dry clothes.

2) Some of today's washable fabrics should not be chlorine
bleached such as: silk, wool, spandex, or non-fast colors.

3) Check manufacturers' care labels for special instructions.

1) May be used on most fabrics. Test fabric first.

1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.

2) Reduces static electricity.

3) Use the following manufacturer's direction. Too

much may cause a hard, rough feeling on some clothes.

4)

Do not pour directly on clothes.

CAUTION: Washer control panels and finishes may
be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain

remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the washer. Apply these pre-treatment

products away from washer. The fabric may then he washed
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pre-treatment

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, 1 cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe

exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration

but may never eliminate it.

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HOW TO REMOVE STAINS

1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible.
The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.

2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take
these steps:

• Find the fabric in the chart on the next page,

and use only recommended methods.

• Check the care label instructions that came with

the garment.

• Test stain removal product on a hidden
inside seam or on a sample of the material.

• Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains.
It can set some stains.

3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.

4. Wash with recommended amount of soap
or detmgent.

Stain Removal HintmUsing 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" Stain

Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments
may cause stains which are virtually invisible and

which you may not notice as you put your clothes
into the washer.

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

they were caused by the wash cycle itself.

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

• Rub in undiluted liquid detmgent 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 detm_ent normally used.

• Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.

• Wash synthetic garments more often.

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STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE

Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics

See Controls Setting Guide.

Adhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull tool to Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
(Chewing (3urn, etc.) carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge

Antiperspirants, Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics
Deodorants according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder. If color has changed, except use non-chlorine bleach.

Blood Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains, Sponge or soak in cool water, then

Chocolate, Cream, Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid':_; Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe
Ice Cream and Milk Apply undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid

with a safe dry cleaning fluid, _I_then launder.

you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia.**
Rinse thoroughly.

bleach according m the Stain Removal Hint; launder, launder.

to the Stain Removal Hint; launder, detergent. Launder in warm water.

Coffee and Tea Without cream: Bleach according m the Stain Removal Hint; Sponge with warm water. If stain remains,

Cosmetics: Eye Shadow, Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid Sponge with a safe dry cleaning flui&*
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal Then launder in warm detergent water.

or Pancake Makeup, Rouge, Hint; launder.
Powder; Crayon; Grease,

Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil

Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices, Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to Sponge with wann water. Bleach remaining
Wine, Vegetables or Food the Stain Removal Hint; launder, stain with non-chlorine bleach.

Coloring

Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch

Ink, Ballpoint Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and Same as white and bleachable fabrics

Paint and Varnish Soften with oil or petroleum jelly, then sponge with Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

Perspiration Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If Latmder in wmln water. Rinse well. Bleach

launder. With cream: Follow' guide directions for cream, apply warm glycerine, let stand 30

minutes and rinse well, or sponge with a

safe dry cleaning fluid.* Launder.

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; launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)

sponge with dry cleaning fluid,* or use spray cleaner. Apply except launder using non-chlorine bleach.
undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains: Bleach according to the

Stain Removal Hint; launder.

banana oil. Launder in warm water.

color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with with non-chlorine bleach.
ammonia or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with safe dry

cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint;
launder.

Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted
liquid detergent. Bleach remaining stain

with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom be

removed. Scorch can seldom
be removed.

Rust Apply rust remover,** using manufacturer's directions. Rinse and Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

are in a well veutilated room when using them. No cleaning

A :'Caution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you

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

fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitatious

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

laundei:

**Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as

vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas
which may cause death.

Sm,e and refer to garment manufacturer's care labels.

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DRYER

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.

_ _ENER6YPREFE_D

Regu/ar

W_RM MED PUSHTO

COLD HOT SM ;GE START,_DRyER

Spacemaker Laundry

WASH

mNSETemp Load Size Start

_TOMATIC_m_

Fluff

_[qORMAL Auto-

Perm Press

Timed

See How to Operate Your Washer section for the above Washer controls.

Check the Lint Filter

Clean the lint filter each time the dryer is used.
Always be sure the lint filter is in place.

Do not run the dryer with the lint screen
loose, damaged, blocked or missing. Doing

so can cause overheating, damage fabrics

and be a fire hazard.
The lint screen is located inside

the dryer drum, on the back wall.
To clean:

1. Use the finger holes to pull

the lint screen straight out.

2. Lightly squeeze the body, PULLSTRAIGHTOUT

as shown while pulling the cover off.

Sort and Load the Clothes

Good sorting for the dryer begins at the washer.
Generally, if clothes are sorted right for washing,

they're sorted right for drying. See the How to Sort
the Clothes section.

O

0

3. ROLL lint off the screen with
your fingers. Do not rinse or

wash the screen.

4. Replace the cover on the body
of the lint screen.

5. Before replacing the lint
screen, remove any lint from

the wire mesh on the back
wall (behind the lint screen).

6. Push the lint screen straight

SQUEEZE BODY;

PULL COVER OFF

back until it snaps into place.

If you do mix various types of fabrics in your load,
set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics and

remove when dry. Reset controls for the remaining
heavier fabrics.

Set the Controls

See the Suggested Fabric and Drying Selections guide.

0 Cycle Selector.

Turn the Cycle Selector to the desired cycle setting.
The selector may be turned in either direction.

l_ Start Button.

Press the Start button to start the dryer. (Opening
the door during operation stops the dryer. To
restart close the door and press the Start button.)

NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (electric,
natural gas or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and

condition of exhaust ducts.

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Polyester Knits & Permanent Press Drying Tips

• DO NOT OVERLOAD--

Garments being dried or
dewrinkled should tumble freely.

• REMOVE CLOTHES
PROMPTLY--To help prevent

wrinkling, remove clothes from

the dryer promptly at the end of
the drying cycles.

The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying

• PLACE ON HANGERS--

Permanent press and polyester
knit garments look best if placed
on hangers after drying.

Automatic Drying

When using the Automatic cycles, the

Automatic Dry Control system continually senses

the temperature of the air in the dryer drum. Wet
laundry keeps the air cool. When laundry is dry

enough (and the drum air warm enough) the heat
turns off. When the air cools, the heat turns back on.

This oft" and on cycling may happen a number of
times (depending on the fabric, load size and Cycle

Selector setting). The Cycle Selector advances (when
the heat is oft') until it automatically turns off dryer.

Auto Regular. Use this cycle to dry heavy and
medium weight cotton items. The load tumbles

without heat during the last 5 minutes. This helps
make the load easier to handle.

Auto Permanent Press. Use this cycle to dry
permanent press, knits and other synthetic items. The

load tumbles without heat during the last 10 minutes.
This helps keep wrinkles from setting in and makes

the load easier to handle.

Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles

Timed Drying. When using the Timed Cycles, you
select the number of minutes you wish the dryer to
run and it turns off at the end of this time period. The

last 5 minutes of this cycle are without heat. This
helps make the load easier to handle.

Air Fluff cycle. The dryer does not heat when the
Cycle Control knob is set in AIR FLUFF. This cycle

can be used to fluff or air dry bedding, plastic
tablecloths, foam rubber pillows, stuffed toys,

sneakers, etc.

Do not dry plastic or rubber items with heat.
Use AIR FLUFF setting, or line dry. Failure

to do so could result in fire or damaged items.

Set to NORMAL Position Set toward More Dry Set toward Less Dry

• Energy preferred automatic setting.

• For most normal loads.

• For loads that include heavy-
weight fabrics.

• If you desire to remove
more moisture.

• For light weight fabric loads.

• If you desire to remove
less moisture.

• For very small loads.

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SUGGESTED FABRIC

AND DRYING SELECTIONS

Cycle Suggested For Clothes Load/Fabrics such as:
Automatic Regular • Cottons and linens

• Down-filled garments, if machine
washing and drying is recommended

Automatic Permanent • Permanent press fabrics with cotton
Press & Knits

Delicates • Silks and wools

Timed • Pillows'*"

The terms High, Medium and Low Heat are those usually found on
fabric care labels. For best results, follow your specific fabric care label.

Special Instructions
Refer to garment manufacturer's care labels for more information.

*Pillows

• Synthetics

• Rayon and acetate

Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape.
DRY ONLY ONE PILLOW AT A TIME. Set dryer for maximum time. Stop

dryer occasionally and shake pillow to redistribute filling for more even drying.
Check pillow at end of drying time--if not completely dry, return pillow to dryer

and reset for more drying time. Feather pillows dry very slowly and must be dried
completely to prevent mildew. DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing kapok.

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Sort by Surface Texture

HOW TO SORT CLOTHES

Separate ,_ ,-¢__

_ ProLiuntcersi7 from _Col_intto rs i

Sort by Fabric

Separate

Linens

In

Sort by Color

Separate

Whites Lights Darks

LINT PRODUCERS--such as terry toweling and
chenilleigive up lint.

LINT COLLECTORSisuch as man-made fibers and
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroyiattract

lint. These must be dried separately.

addition to
sorting to reduce

Permanent

Press

Delicates

Non-

Colorfast

lint collection, we
i'ecommend that you

wash fabrics of similar
construction together

whenever possible.

Sort by Weight

Separate , -__._ ,_

_H_avYhlte?si/ from _Li(ghutc_ems i/
\_ towels) _i \_ curtains)_y

ENERGY-SAVING TIPS FOR YOUR DRYER

• Sort clothes by weight so you won't have to
run an extra cycle for one or two heavier, slower-

drying items.

• Do not overload dryer. The drum should be no more
than half full of wet articles. For efficient drying,

clothes need to tumble freely. Overloading prolongs
drying time and produces uneven drying.

• Use Automatic Drying Cycle whenever possible
to help prevent overdrying and save energy.

For information on tumble drying extra large
items and different fabrics and loads, see the

Suggested Fabrics and Drying Selections guide.

• To help prevent ironing, remove garments
immediately at end of drying cycle and place

on hangers.

• Dry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a

"warm" dryer will save eneigy.

• Clean lint filter each time you dry.

• Clean dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year. A

partially clogged exhaust can lengthen drying time.

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CARE AND CLEANING

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

• Wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth. Occasionally

wash it with mild soap and water and then apply
a light coat of appliance polish to help preserve

the finish.

For long vacations

Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all
water from hoses if the appliance will be exposed to

freezing weather.

Winterizing instructions for your washer:

The washer cannot be operated in freezing
temperatures. Before you store the appliance,

remove water from all parts of the washer.

1. Turn off water supply faucets. Disconnect hoses
from faucets and drain.

2. Add 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of non-toxic RV antifreeze
(available from a hardware or recreational vehicle
store) to the washer tub.

3. Push the timer knob in, turn the knob to the right to
a spin cycle and pull the knob out.

• Keep the area around and underneath your appliance
free of combustible materials such as lint, paper,
rags, chemical, etc.

• Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry
to reduce the possibility of slipping.

Always shut off the gas valve before leaving
on vacation.

4. Let the washer spin for 1 or 2 minutes to let all the

water drain out. Some but not all of the RV
antifreeze will be expelled.

8. Push in the timer knob, disconnect the electrical

plug, dry the tub interior, close the lid.

6. Store the appliance in an upright position.

7. Before reusing washer, after storage, run washer

through a cycle to rinse out the antifreeze.

Washer

• Wash basket. After each use, leave the lid open to

allow moisture to evaporate. Clean thoroughly with
nonabrasive household cleanser to remove deposit
left by heavily soiled clothes. Do not use harsh,

gritty or abrasive cleaners.

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• Lint Filter. Clean the filter at the bottom of the

agitator after every load for the best filtering results.
See section, How to Operate Your Washer.

Dryer

If your dryer is exhausted to the outside, inspect and
clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year.

A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. When the
dryer is not exhausted to the outside, this lint is more

apt to accumulate in and near the dryer, which could
create a fire hazard.

How to reduce the possibility of a fire hazard, if
your dryer (Gas dryers must be exhausted outside)

is not exhausted to the outside:

• Clean the lint filter before every load. See How to
Operate Your Dryer section.

Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE
HAZARD. This lint should be removed at least

every 2 or 3 years, or more often, depending on
dryer usage.

Electrical Shock and Personal Injury
Hazard

• Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the

electrical power.

• Do not put hands inside the cabinet.

• Make sure the dryer is cool.

• More than one person is required to lift, tilt

or move the washer/dryer because of its weight
and size.

Failure to do so could result in electrical shock,
injury or damage.

Cleaning should be done only by a qualified
person.

1. Unplug unit from electrical supply or turn off
electrical power.

2. Remove back panel from dryer. (See Installation
Instructions.)

3. Avoid touching wires and thermostats.

4. Remove lint from boxed-in area with a soft brush
or vacuum cleaner.

5. Replace back panel, reconnect and level the
appliance.

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QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

WASHER OR DRYER
WON'T START

WON'T DRAIN

WATER LEAKS

WASHER WON'T

SPIN AND
COMPLETE CYCLE

CLOTHES ARE
ABNORMALLY

WET AFTER SPIN

APPLIANCE IS

NOISY

WATER DOES NOT
ENTER OR ENTERS

SLOWLY

WATER

TEMPERATURE

INCORRECT

WASHER PAUSES
IN CYCLE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Make sure controls are properly set and washer cycle selector is pulled out or dryer
START button is pushed.

• Appliance unplugged. Make sure co rd is firmly plugged into electrical outlet.

• No power to appliance. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure appliance is
getting current.

• Dryer door is open. Dryer will not run with door open. Make sure washer lid is closed.

Washer will fill but will not spin with lid open.

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

• Kinked or pinched hose. Check and correct.

• Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 feet above the floor.

• Make sure hose connecnons are tight at faucets.

• Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted into and secured to drain facilitv.

• Lid not closed. Washer will not progress through spin cycle with lid up. Make sure
lid is closed.

• Load may have been excessively out of balance. Redistribute clothes and rerun through
final spin.

• Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin. and
may cause it to move from its originM position. To correct, open the lid and redistribute

the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.

• Metallic "clicks" heard as timer advances during operation are normal.

• Uneven floo_: Make sure appliance is level and firm to floo_:

• Faucets turned off. Make sure faucets are on and adjusted correctly.

• Hoses kinked. Check and correct.

• Clogged screen m water valve. Unscrew fill hose from washer and clean screen if
necessary. When reassembling, make hand tight plus 1/3 turn with pliers.

• Faucets not adjustedto give desired temperature. Readjust them.

• Household water heater not set to deliver correct temperature-- 140 ° to 150°F.

(60 ° to 66c_C._Reset it.

• Water valve screens may be clogged. Remove inlet hoses fi'om water valve. Clem_
the screens and reinstall the hoses.

• Make sure selector controls axe properly set.

• Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets--hot to hot. cold to cold.

• Washer normally pauses about 1/2 minute in progressing from one portion of its cycle
to the next.

• Alternate pauses in the agitanon are normal in the delicate wash cycle. Agitation will
resume in 1-2 minutes.

• The brief pause in the final spin of each cycle is normal operation for this washe_:

2O

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON

LAUNDERED

GARMENTS

YELLOWED

CLOTHES

BLUE OR GRAY

COLOR STAINS

GRAYED
CLOTHES

These are somenmes 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 fi_om the wash water. The spots will then be very visible.

They ate 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 using hottest
water fabric can stand.

• 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 tbllowing procedures on "'Grayed Clothes." in this section.

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

qsuch as Clorox 2" brand_. Refer to garment manufacturers' care instructions. Restore
color using color remover _such as Rit TM or Tintex TM brands 1.follow package directions.

• Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellow ing or yellow spots.

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

2. Have a special filter or chemicM feeder instMled in your home to remove iron and
manganese from water.

3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines: drain water
heater occasionallv.

4. To remove spots: 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.

• Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes;
always dilute before adding to rinse water. To remove stains: dampen stained area and

rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Re-wash. using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.

• Water is not hot enough for type of load. Make sure water heater is set to deliver hot
water at the washer 140 ° -150°E (60 ° -66°C. t. Do not wash when other hot water

needs such as dishwashing or family baths--are heavy.

• Poor or inferior detergent Ior use of soap in hard water_. Change to phosphate
detergent if possible.

Follow these steps:
oUse water conditioner (such as Calgon TM brand 1.

• Use hottest water possible.

• Pretreat stains.

o Use presoak aids.

• Install water softener.

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

gray appearance. Follow correc_ loading procedures for size of loads.

• 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.

• Washing too long may result in increased soil redeposition. Use shorter wash time

for smaller loads.

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THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM
GRAYED

CLOTHES

icontinued)

HEAVILY SOILED

AREAS such as
collars and cuffs

LINT OR RESIDUE

ON CLOTHES

IN CYCLE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Detergent dissolves too slowly. It is important that detergem be present in die wash
solution at the start of wash agitation.

To restore grayed clothes--

Most grayed clodles can be at least partiMly restored by the following procedure:

1. Put clodaes in washei:

2. Fill with HOT water. Check manufacturers hang tags to determine if hot water

is suitable for garment.

3. Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as CMgon TM brand with
phosphate. Use 2_ times as much as you need for normM water softening.

4. Do not add soap or detergent.

5. Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.

6. Repeat. if necessary.

7. If you prefer to soak clothes, use water softener in place of soak agent or pre-wash
detergent and Mlow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.

• Pretreat with liquid detergent ......

• Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint-producers (such as terry towels and chenille J
with lint-receivers _such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).

• Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil. use 1 minute per

pound of dry clodles.

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

form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint.

• Use phosphate detergent or liquid detergent: use warmer wash water or soften water
with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener.

• Undissolved granular detergent may leave powdery residue on fabrics which can be

mistaken for lint.

(a) See Detergent Guide for recommendations on how to add detergent to speed up

complete dissolving.

(b) Use a liquid or special cold water detergent.

c IPredissolve granular detergent in hot water, or make sure detergent is dissolved

completely in wash water before adding clothes.

td) Make certain clothes have ample room to move in washer.

e }Use a warmer wash water.

• Overloading of washer will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer

items in each load. Make sure water level is correct for size of load.

• Too much bleach. Over-bleached items, such as towels, will shed excessive lint. Use
correct amount of bleach according to package directions.

• Not enough detergent. Enough detergent must be used to hold lint in suspension
during wash cycle. Increase amount of detergent used. Amount is determined b 3

water hardness, size of load. degree of soil and amount of water. See Detergent Guide.

• Incorrect use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, many softeners may react with
detergent to create a white deposit. Use fabric softeners only in rinse cycle.

• Pilling, usually on polyester-cotton blends, is caused by normal wear and may look
like lint. Turning clothes inside out may help.

• Static electricity caused by overdrying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener in

rinse cycle.

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PROBLEM

LINT ORRESIDUE

ONCLOTHES

IN CYCLE

continued)

SNAGS. HOLES.
TEARS. RIPS OR

EXCESSIVE WEAR

POSSIBLE CAUSE

To correct--

All residue except pilling can usually beremovedfi'omgarmentsthrough use ofcorrect
laundry procedures.

• Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Remove all pins. check pockets

of all garments before putting in washer. Also check washer to see if an}, objects
remained in wash tub.

There is no solution
once this type of

damage has occurred.

• Snaps. hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers. Make sure all hooks, snaps and
buttons are fastened. Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is very, important

when washing knits, which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.

° Improper use of chlorine bleach. Holes may have random square shape; yellow

discoloration, fabric will be weak at edges of hole.
ta) Use only correct, measured amount of bleach.

(b) Never add undiluted bleach to washer tub nor Mlow clothes to come in

contact with undiluted bleach. Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes.

(c) Damage from chemicals such as hair preparations (bleach. dye, home permanent

solution), battery acid. some toilet bowl cleaners. Immediately rinse towels and
other articles thoroughly which have come in contact with these chemicals before

putting them in washer. Avoid contaminating items of clothing with such chemicals.

• Small. unnoticed holes, tears or ripped seams may enlarge during washing.
Check garments carefully before loading washer and mend all rips and tears.

• As permanent press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This
is due to the weakening of the fibers by the permanent press process. It is not caused

by the 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 When possible, remove collar stavs.

- Roughness or burrs on agitator due to damage incurred by heavy belt buckles, etc.

Examine agitator for roughness or braTS and smooth by filing if necessary.

• May be using wrong cycle for delicate fabrics. Use delicate cycle. Refer to garment

manufacturer's care instructions.

WRINKLING IN
PERM PRESS AND

"NO-IRON" ITEMS

• Garments weakened by aging, sun or atmosphere. This is an inevitable process
and is not caused by the washer. You may slow down process by use of delicate cycle.

• Too little water in washer or too large a load. Load washer onl.v withthe number of
items that will move freely. Select correct water level.

• Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Immediately after dryer stops
tumbling, remove clothes and place them on hangers.

• Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.

• Too few items in dryei: If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles.
even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.

• Improper loads. A_ oid laundering heavy permanent press items, such as work
clothes, with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or blouses. Also do not

wash or dry, permanent press items with regular laundry.

• Too many items in washei: Items must have room to move freely. Permanent press

loads should always be smaller than regular loads...no more than medium loads.

• Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use permanent press wash cycle which
provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also. use automatic dry cycle.

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THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

WRINKLING IN
PERM PRESS AND

"NO-IRON" ITEMS
!continued I

SH_NKAGE.
GENERAL

SH_NKAGE.

KNITS

CLOTHESTAKE
TOO LONGTO DRY

WASHER OR DRYER
WON'T START

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Incorrect water level. Use large 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 a non-phosphate
detergent must be used. avoid the use of a carbonate-built detergent.

To remove stubborn wrinkles-
, Retumble small loads on automatic dry setting.

• Rerinse and dry on automatic dry setting.

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

• Iron carefully.

• Send to cleaners for pressing.

i o Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed_:

• NOTE: it' you follow good laundry procedures and pernlanenr press clothes still come out wrinkled, the finish

may not be good quality-. Also, in permanent press synthetic!cotton blends, the cotton portion of the fabric can eventually
wear away leaving only the synthetic. Since the cotton has resin finish that imparts the menmry, a loss or decrease of

permanen_ press pertormance will result.

• Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand: others may be
safely washed but will shrink in a dryen Follow garment manufacturers' care

instructions 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 J
is gradually removed by laundering. May 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 set tile shapes, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be
prevented by washing in cool or warm water: drying on low or delicate heat.

• Controls improperly set. Check all controls to make sure they are correctly set for

the load you want to dry.

• Improper ducting. Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with Installation Instructions.

• Obstruction in exhaust ducting. Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction.

make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily. If metal flexible ducting is used.
be sure it is not kinked and it is installed according to InstMlation Instructions.

• Blown fuses or trtpped circuit breakers. Check household fuses or circuit breakers.

Most electric dryers use two. It is possible for one to be blown or tripped, and the
dryer to still tumble without heat.

• Improper sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-to-dry items with lightweight articles.

• Too many items in dryer. Dr), only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.

• Too few items in dryen If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles
even if dry. to insure proper tumbling.

• If your dryer is operating on a 208-volt circuit, longer drying times can be expected.

• Clothes were excessively wet when they were put into the dryer.

• Dryer door is open. Dryer will not run witll door open. Make sure lint filter is in proper

position. Make sure washer lid is dosed. Washer will fill but will not spin with lid open.

If you need more help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center ®800.626.2002 consumer information service

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We'll Be There

With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever

need infbrmafion or assistance fiom GE, we'll be there. All you have to do is call--toll-fiee!

In-HomeRepairService

800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)

AGE consumer service proii_ssional will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that's convenient fin" win. Many GE Consumer Service

COlUl)any-ol)erated locations ofIi_r w)u service today or toluolTO_ o1"_lt }'()Ill"
coi_vei_ience (7:00 a.iu. to 7:00 i).m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 i).m. Saturda}:s).
Our factory-trained teclmicians know votu" ai)pliance inside and Otlt--so illOSt
repairs can be handled in just one visit.

GEAnswer Center

800.628.2002

Whatever yore" question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center C':
infl_rmation service is available to hell). Yore" call--and yore" question--will
be answered i)romi)tly and courteously. And w)u can call anv tilue. GE
Answer (_enter": selMce is open 24 hours a day; 7 days a week.

ForCustomersWithSpecialNeeds...

800.626.2002

Upon request, GE will provide
Braille controls fin" a wH'iety of
GE appliances, and a brochure to
assist in planning a barriei_h'ee
kitchen fi_r persons with limited
mobility. To obtain these items,
fl'ee of charge, call 800.626.2002.

Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who haxe
access to a TDD or a comentional teletypewriter ma)
call 800.TDD.GEA(: (800.833.4322) to request

information or serxice.

ServiceContracts

800.626.2224

You can have the secm'e feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there

alter yore" warranty expires. Pro'chase a GE contract while wmr warranty is still
in effect and you'll receive a substantial (liscount. _]th a nmltii)le-year contract,
you're asstu'ed of fllttu'e selMce at today's prices.

PartsandAccessories

800.626.2002

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances
can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to

their home. The GE parts system provides access to over
47,000 parts...and all GE Gelmine Renewal Parts are
fldly warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards
are accepted.

User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.

Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified
service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

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GE Spacemakef Laundry

Aft warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, vis# us at ge.corn, or carl 800.GECARES

(800.432.2737).Please have serial number and model number
available when calling for service.

For The Period Of."

OneYear

Fromthe dateofthe

onginalpurchase

We Will Replace:

Anypartof the GE Spacemaker TM Iaundrv which fifils due to a defect in materials or workananship.

During this limitedone-yearwarranty,we will also provide, freeof charge,all labor and related service

to replace the defective part.

What Is Not Covered'.

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.

• Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.

• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or
used for other thmi the intended purpose or used commerciaJly.

• Replacement of house fttses or resetting of circuit breakers.

• Products which are not defective or broken, or which axe
working as described hi the Owner's Manual.

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed toobtain service

under the warran_

• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of

God.

• hicidentaJ or consequentiaJ damage caused by possible defects

with this applimice.

• Defects or dmnage due to operation hi freezing temperatures.

• Dmnage caused after delivery.

• Product not accessible to provide required service.

warranties, hwloding theimplied warranties of merchantability or fitness fora particular purpose, are limited to oue yearor the shortest

I XCLUSION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy isproduct repair asprovided in thisLimited Warrauty. Anyimplied

period allowed by law.

ThiswarrantyisextendedtotheoriginalpurchaserandanysucceedingownerforproductspurchasedforhomeusewithintheUSA.Iftheproductislocated

inanareawhereservicebyaGEAuthon2edServicerisnotavailable,youmayberesponsiblefora tripchargeoryoumayberequkedtobringtheproduct

toanAuthorizedGEServicelocation.InA/ask&thewarrantyexcludesthecostofs&ppingorservicecallstoyourhome.

Somestatesdonotallowtheexclusionorhmitationof incidentalorconsequentbldamages.Thiswarrantygivesyouspedficlegalwhts, andyoumayalsohave
otherWhtswhichvaryfromstatetostate.ToknowwhatyourlegalWhtsare,consultyourlocalorstateconsumeraffairsofficeoryourstate#AttorneyGeneral.

Warrantor:GeneralElectricCompany.Louisville,KY40225

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