GE WWA7690S, WWA8600S, WWA7680S, WWA66005, WWA7600 User Manual

Washer

Safe~

Instructions

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

Problem Solver

More questions

GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000

Operating Instructions, Tips

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

Control Settings ..............................................7

Cycle Descriptions Cycle Times

Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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

Operating the Washer............................6- 10

Suggested Fabric and

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CVcle

Settings .......9

Care and Cleaning

Agitator...........................................................2

Storage and Vacation

User Maintenance instructions ................2l

Tips.........................2

1 1

Preparation

Detergents and Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14

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

Loading the Washer................................8, 12

Sorting Clothes ........................................8, 11

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

Stain Removal Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Consumer Services ...................23

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

Important Phone Numbers .......................23

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

Repair Service Warranty

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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 informaci6n para e] consumidor, consumer information service.

WANNG: For your safety the information in this

Save time and money.

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

If you received a damaged washer...

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

Para

obtener espafiol

GE Answer Center”,

teldfono

versi6n

este

manual, name a

800.626.2000.

servicio

mand

must be

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

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label on the lower left side near the front.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your washer. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

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

fo~owed

to minimize

lfie.

●

—Do not store or

flammable vicinity of this or any other

—W~T

●

TO DO E YOU Do not try to Do not touch any electrical switch;

do not use any phone in your

use

gasoline or other

vapom

and liquids in the

S~LL

tight

any

app~ance.

apptiance.

GAS

btiding.

Immediately

neighbor’s phone. instructions.

●

If you cannot reach your gm

the fire department.

—Wtallation

by a qualified instier, service agency or 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 serviced your appliance. Explain in the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some NEXT, if you are still not pleased, reason you are not happy with the write all the details—including service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

First, contact the people who why you are not pleased. In most

cases, this will solve the problem.

your phone number—to:

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

ca~

your gas supplier from a

FOUOW

the gas

supptier’s

supplier?

and service must be performed

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Drive

WARNING-To of fire, electric shock, or injury to

fo~ow

. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose

as described in this Use and Care Book.

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before it is used.

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. 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 off water faucets when the washer is not in

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

break or rupture.

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

persons when using

basic precautions, including the following:

●

This washer must be properly

instilled and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

If you did not receive an

Center! 800.626.2000,

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

reduce

skilh

the risk

your appliance,

FO11OW

to carry out.

—

To minimize the possibility of injury:

●

Do not mix chlorine bleach with

vinegw an~or

death,

4U’U

ammonia or acids such as rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic

gas

which may cause

●

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(such as wax, paint, gasoline, 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.

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 allow any hydrogen gas to 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. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or 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

degreasers, dry-

an~or

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

●

Never reach into washer while it is

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

●

supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, on, or with this appliance or any discarded

dryer during

allow

them to run for

(c[)ntinued

andor

water

page)

WORTANT

●

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.

●

Keeptheareaaround and underneath your apptiancesfree fromthe accumulation such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

●

To minimize the possibility of electric

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

NOTE:

knob to an

disconnect the appliance from the power supply,

Turning the Cycle Selector

ofcombustible

position does NOT

SAFE~

materials,

(continued)

~STRUCTIONS

●

Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,

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

●

Never climb on or stand on the washer top.

●

Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer.

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

●

‘\ the

) Toavoid such aresult, the garment

The laundry process can reduce

flame retardancy

manufacturer’s care instructions

should be followed very carefully.

offabrics.

For washer operation

Do not leave washer lid up during cycle.

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

●

Do not

timper tith

controls.

SAVE

T~SE

mSTRUCTIONS

Regular

Cycles—

Permanent Press

Cycles—

For most cottons, linens, work and play clothes.

Longer

spin provide thorough washing and detergent removal. apparel with normal soil.

wash times plus deep rinse, spray rinse and

Handwash System—

Saves time and energy when washing small

of lightly soiled clothes. A special agitator concealed

under the regular agitator washes small and delicate loads gently but effectively. The uses up to level selection.

247c

less water than the regular low water

Optional Extra Rinse

The option of an extra rinse in the Regular Cycle helps assure complete bleach and detergent removal when extra detergent was used or where unusual skin sensitivity to detergent is

Handwash

Cycle—

concern.

loads

System

For loads of synthetics, blends and/or delicate fabrics. A cold water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar

Spotscrubber System—

The

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 and 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

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

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 labels for special instructions.

Cycle—

prevent wrinkle setting.

Cycle—

fine

washable silks. Check manufacturers’ care

Extra Cleaning

For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation for a long 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

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. . . . . . .

Features and appearance may vary

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.

WWA8600S

GENTLF NORMAL

S1OW4

FAST

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WWA7690S

NORMAL

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FAST

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Speed

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WWA7680S

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NORMAL

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KNITS

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OFF

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Permanent Press

& Knits

OFF

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Extra Cleaning

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WWA7600S

WWA6600S

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Speed

Fix

SixCyc,eWasher

Cycle

Washer

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Load Size

M;o

Load Size

WARM

COLD

COLD wARM

COLD

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WARM

HOT

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Regular

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Setting the Controls —

Controls and features will vary from

Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide

to help you make the proper selections.

Select Wash Spin Speed.

~ Select

Water

Level.

SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes.

MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2

full.

LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full. EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full. If you wish to increase the water level (on models so

equipped) after you’ve made a selection, turn knob to RESET and select new level.

model

to model

Select

~ fish

Was~inse

Temperature.

Cycle Selector knob

in and turn clockwise to

your selected wash setting.

~ ~11

Cycle Selector knob

out to start the washer.

START

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

the washer and reset to the new position. Setting can be changed at any time.

STOP

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Sorting and Loading

● Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color

and

amount of soil, according to instructions in How

to Sort Clothes section.

● Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents

section for information on detergents and othe; laundry additives.

● Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not

to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.

mSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

See Bleach ~d

Fabric Softener

for instructions in their uses (on models so

●

For information on how to use bleaches and fabric

softeners, see Other

● Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin

with the

lid open.

Laund~

Dispenser

Products section.

sections

eauiu~ed).

. . .

Cycle Times — Total

Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)

NOTES:

●

Total

time includes pauses

●

Total

time does

nc)t

include water

between each phase of the cycle.

fill

times. Fill times vary

depending on household water pressure and your selected water level.

I WWA8600S I

WWA7690S

WWA7680S

WWA7600S

WWA6600S

Perm Press& Knits I Extra Cleaning \

Perm Press & Knits

Perm Press, Knits &

Delicates Extra Cleaning

47*

Extra Cleaning

47*

Perm Press & Knits

Regular

Soak

Regular \

Regular

47*

Regular

* Total Cycle

Minutes do not include the auto soak

cycle You have chosen.

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