GE YLXR1020T Use and Care Manual

Model: YLXR1020T

Washer

Owner’s Manual

Important Safety Information

Operating Instructions

The Controls on Your Washer Other Washer Features Preparing to Wash Care of Product

Helpful Information

Specialized Fabric Guide Stain Removal Guide Removing Specific Stains

If Something Goes Wrong

Before You Call For Service RCA Service Numbers Warranty, Back Cover

Welcome

Welcome to the RCA family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.

Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you do the laundry. That’s important, because your new washer will be part of your family for a long time.

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Before using your washer

Staple your receipt to the inside back cover of this manual.

Write down the model and serial numbers here.

the top edge of the control panel.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

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Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better.

Read this manual.

instructions to help you use and maintain your washer properly.

It contains

Save time and money.

section titled “If Something Goes Wrong” before calling. This section was designed to solve common problems you might encounter.

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included on the inside back cover.

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Important Safety Information

Read all safety information before using

Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home.

WARNING:

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

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

For your safety the information in this manual must be

IF YOU SMELL GAS 1

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

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 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.

Important Safety Information

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.

• This washer must be properly

installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can one by contacting tion nearest you.

— Properly ground to conform

with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

— Install or store where it will not be

exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

—

Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

— Connect to adequate plumbing

and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions.

• Turn off water faucets when the

washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture.

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• 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.

• 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 is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

• Keep all laundry aids (such

as detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.

• Do not tamper with the controls.

• Keep the area around and

underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

• Keep the floor around your

appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

• Never reach into washer while

it is moving. Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, push in the Cycle Selector knob and wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

• Close supervision is necessary

if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping/packing materials properly. Before discarding a washer, or removing from service, remove the washer lid.

• Do not leave washer lid up

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

• 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, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use these substances around your washer and/or dryer during operation.

• The laundry process can reduce

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Do not operate this appliance

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The controls on your washer

Operating Instructions

Wash Temperature

Push in the Cycle knob and select the wash temperature. Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label or instructions when laundering.

Use this chart as a general guide.

Wash Temperature Guide

wash

temperature

COTTONS WHITE

COTTONS COLORS

PERM PRESS WHITE

PERM PRESS

DELICATES

warm

cold

warm

cold

OFF

WARM WASH

COLD WASH

• Add detergent.

• Add clothes and close lid.

• Pull out the Cycle knob to start washer.

Starting Washer

See next page for other washer features

Operating Instructions

Other washer features your model may have

Agitator Cap

Fabric Softener Dispenser

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

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

Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator.

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

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

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

NOTE:

•

Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.

•

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 the Fabric Softener Dispenser section.

Pour

liquid

fabric softener and water into fabric softener dispenser

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

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