GE WWM657M Maintenance Instruction

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Contents

Agitator

Appliance Registration

Care and Cleaning

Consumer Services

22

2

22

23

Controls Setting Guide

Cycle Settings

6,7

5

Detergents, Other Additives 11-15

Energy-Saving Tips 8

Filter-Flo” Pan

Hard Water

4,& 10

14

Limestone Deposits

Loading the Washer

12,22

4,10

Model and Serial Numbers

Operating Instructions

Pre-treating

Problem Solver

4,5

2

7,9,15

18-22

Safety Instructions

Soak Setting

Sorting

Stains

3,4

8

4,9

16

Stain Removal Guide

Storage &Vacation Tips

17

22

User Maintenance Instructions 22

Warranty Back Cover

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Model WWM657M

WWM689M

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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, KY40225

To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call

GE Answer Center@

800.626.2000

consumer information service.

Para obtener la versibn en espafiol de este manual, name a

GE Answer Center$ servicio de informacibn para el consumidor, teh$fono800.626.2000.

If you received a damaged washer...

Immediately contact the dealer

(or builder) that sold you the washer.

Save time and money.

Before you request service . . .

check the Problem Solver on pages 18through 22. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1.Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrical switches:

3. Extinguish any open flame.

4. Immediately call your gas supplier.

*Don’t turn electric switches on or off because sparks may ignite the gas.

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 Ovnership

Registration Card that came with your washer. Before sending in this card. please write these numbers here:

Model Number

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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

Serial Number

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

All washing instruction terms in this hook ~nfq-rn to the Care I+eling

Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, ~anuary 19&l.

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If YouNeed Service

To obtain service, see the

Consumer Services page in the back of this book.

We’reproud 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, Consumer Relations

GE Appliances

Appliance Park

Louisville, Kentuclq 40225

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

Major Appliance

Consumer Action Panel

20 North Wacker Drive

Chicago, Illinois 60606

WARNING-TO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to

personswhen using your appliance, foilow basic precautions, inchding the following:

*Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.

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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 with your washer, you can ob[ain one by contacting the service location 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.

–Comect 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.

. Turnoff water faucefi 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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When

&c~~ne~~ing ~~is 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 notbe stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specitlcally recommended in this Use and Care

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

IMPORT.Ai!iTSAFETY LVSTRIKHOXS

Read all

ins~r~c~iot-iS

before using this appliance.

To minimize the possibility of injury:

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Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. lMixingcan produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

. Do not wash or dry artic]es that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosivesubstances

(such as wax, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode.

Do not add these substances to the wash water, and do not use these substances around your washer and/or dryer during operation.

W-G-HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas can accumulate in the water heater andlor 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 th.ispMIWJ!L

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Never ~ch ~to -her w~e it is moving. Before loading, unloading of adding clothes, p&h in the Cycle Selector knob to

“STOP” position, then wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

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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 or packing materials properly.

Before discarding a washer, or removing from service, remove the washer lid.

c Keep all laundry aids (such a; detergents, bleaches, fhbric softeners, etc.) out of the reach of children, preferablyinalockedcabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.

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Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free fiomthe accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

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Keepthe

floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

c 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).

NOITl: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OFF position does N~ discomect the appliance from the power supply.

*Do not tamper with controis.

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Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfimctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

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Never c~b on or s~d on he

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wash fiberglass articles in your washer. Skin irritation co~d , resuh fi=omthe remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use.

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IlllpOrtantSafety Instructions

(continued)

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The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of hbrics. To avoid such a result, the garment manufacturer’s care’instructions should be followed very carefully.

For washer operation

o Do not leave washer lid up during cycle. This wilI stop the wash and spin action and prevent completion of the cycle.

How to operate your clothes washer

WARNING-TO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

SAW THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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Water Levd Wash/Rinse Temp.

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Clean Cycle

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Sorting and Loading

* Sort clothes carefully by fabric type. weight, color and amount of soil, according to instructions on page 9.

@Remove Filter-Flo@ pan. The underside of the lid is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes.

* Add measured amount of detergent. See pages H through 15 for information on detergents and other laundry additives.

* Load clothes into wash basket.

being card%] not to overload. Clothes shouki be below retaining ring. See p~e 10 for mom load~g information.

~ Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator. Lint will collect in the pan for eq’ removal when the wash is finished,

NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash basket. Do not put any items to be washed in the

Filter-Flo pan.

See page 15 for information on how to use bleach and fabric softener.

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Close ti’e l;d. Washer wi~~fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open.

Setting the Controls

Use the Controls Setting Guide on pages 6 and 7 to help you make the proper selections.

~ Select Water Level.

SI’VLALL:Washer is less than

~(~ fu~~

Of clothes.

MEDIUM: Between 1/2 and

2/3 fuH .

LARGE : @er %“:.full.

@ Select Wash and Rinse

Temperature.

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

Regular Cycle— automatically provides N orxmd

Wash Speed and Normal Spin

Speed.

Perm Press& I&its Cyckautomatically pro~’ides Gentle

Wash Speed and Gentle Spin

Speed.

@ s*wNthe v2sher. If you wish to c’hange setting after v’asher has started. push

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

Setting can be changed at anjr time.

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Tips to Help You

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Regular Cycles—

For most cottons, linens and work and play clothes. Three soil level settings are provided, but you can set the selector in-between, if desired. Selection of these settings automatically provides for Normal

Speed Wash, Fast Spin.

Regular Cycles

Soak Cycle .0

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OFF PPMESS

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KN’TS

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Settings

Permanent Press &

Knits Cycles—

For polyester knits, delicates and permanent press. An extended cool-down spray rinse is provided to minimize the setting of wrinkles.

Selection of these sett;ngs automatically provides for Gentle

Speed Wash, Slow Spin.

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AUTOESIW RINSE

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Extra Clean Cycle

Soak Cycle–

Use with most soaking aids to loosen embedded soils and stains.

See page 8.

Regular Cycles

Soak Crc\a .0

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LIGHT SOIL ~

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Extra Clean Cycle—

For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. A second rinse is provided to help remove the additional detergent that is required for these soils.

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Permanent Press and Knits Cycles

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What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)

Regular Cycles Permanent Press & Knits Cycles

Cycle

Selector

Settings

Wash

Spin

Rhwe

Spin

Rinse

Spin

Total Time

Heavy

19

31/~

3%

7

35

Normal

15

3%

31~

7

31

Light

Soil

6

31/2

31/2

7

22

Soak

31/2

7

11

P. Prsss

11

21/2

31/2

41/2

24

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ToM time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle.

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

Knits

6

2v2

31/2

41/2

21

Special Cycle

Extra Clean

15

31/2

3

7

42

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TURN THE PAGE for Controls Setting Guide

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Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads

Wash Water

Temwrature

Cycle

Cycle Setting

Load

Cottons and Linens

White/Colorfast

Bright/Non-colorfiwt

Wbrk Clothes, Dungarees, etc.

Heavy soil

Average soil

Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,

Blends with Cottons

Heavy or oily soil

Average or light soil

Hot or Warm

Warm or Cold

Hot

Hot or Warm

Hot

Warm

Regular Cycles

Regular Cycles

Extra Cleaning Cycle

Regular Cycles

Extra Cleaning Cycle

Permanent Press & Knits

Cycles

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Normal or Light Soil Setting

Normal or Light Soil Setting

Set at Start

Normal Setting

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Set at Start

P. Press or Knits Setting

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Synthetics-Polyester, Nylon,

Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics sturdy

Delicates

Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk and Wml

Rayon and Acetate

Down-filled garments, if machine washing is recommended

Warm

Warm

Warm

Warm

Warm


Cycles


Cycles


Cycles


Cycles


Cycles

P. Press& Knits Setting

Knits Setting

Knits Setting

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Knits Setting

P.

Press Setting

Normal or Light Soil Setting Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as

Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,

Sheets, Receiving Blankets,

Coveralls

Baby Clothes—Delicate

Hot Regular Cycles

Blankets-Wool, Part-Wool, Cotton

Blankets-Synthetic, Electric

Cuxtains-DO N~ MACHINE

WASH FIBERGLASS

Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**

Slipcovers, Draperies, Bathmats and Rugs**

Denims (especially Indigo Blue

Jeans) and other fabrics that bleed

Warm

Warm

Warm

Hot or Warm

Hot or Warm

Hot or Warm

Cold or Warm


Cycles

Regular Cycles

Regular Cycles


Cycles


Cycles

Regular Cycles

Regular Cycles

Knits Setting

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5 min. soak then Light Soil Setting

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5 min. soak then Light Soil Setting

P. Press Setting

P. Press or Knits Setting

Normal Setting

Normal Setting

Rubber-coated Items, Laminated

Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and

Articles with Plastic Trim

Pillows

Warm

Warm


Cycles


Cycles

I Knits Setting

P. Press or Knits Setting depending on amount of soil

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**Check size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home-sim washer.

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Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels

Bleach

Liquid chlorine type.

Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed.



Special Instructions

If colorfast is unusuall y soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended on page 13.

Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 13.

Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 13.

Use Extra Cleaning Cycle—see page 5.



If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 13. Small loads reduce wrinkling.

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No bleach

Seldom needed. If needed, use only non-chlorine bleach.

No bleach


Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

No bleach

No bleach




No bleach

Wash only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.

Follow instructions carefully.

Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.

Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment’s warmth. Wash separately. Wet down gives off an odor which maybe absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas w ith liquid detergent or paste made of water and granular detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance.

GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.

You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do baby clothes separately. Pretreat spots.

Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand.

You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do hand-knit garments by hand.

Fill washer, add detergent, allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time.

Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.

On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.

Vacuum out loose dirt before washing.

Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt.

For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water fill.

Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases. May discolor plastic washer parts. Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations, but will probably never eliminate it.

The stained parts will not discoior subsequent washing loads.

Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat).

No bleach

No bleach Pillows are made of different materials—dacron, fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but manujbcturers’ care labels must bejbhwed carejhlfy If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend to prevent escape of fkathers or filling. Fill washer, add detergent and agitate fir several minutes to dissolve detergent. Add two pillows at a time to balance load, use high water level.

For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS:’

For sale by the Superintendent of Do~uments,

U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

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How to use the

Soak Cycle

Regular Cycles sMk

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How to use the

Filter-FW Pan

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. uSOAK CYCLE’> temperature will automatically be cold.

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If a hot or warm soak is desired, set the WWH/RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to “HOT/COLD” or

“WARM/COLD” and turn the

Cycle Selector Knob to “Normal” in the Regular Cycles. Start the washer. After washer fills and begins to agitate, push in the Cycle

Selector Knob and turn to “SOAK

CYCLE:’ Pull out the Cycle

Selector Knob to complete the cycle.

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For an extended soak, 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. Afler desired soak period, pull out the Cycle

Selector Knob to complete the cycle.

The Filter-Flo pan is the lint filter.

Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator after loading clothes into the washer. Lint is easily seen and removed after the wash is finished.

NOI’E: Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash basket. Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter-Flo pan. Do not place detergent packets in the Filter-Flo pan.

Eneqgy-SavingTips

If your clothes and household items don’t look clean and fresh after washing, you will probably re-wash them.. and that means you’ll waste energy. Remember to sort your clothes carefully, and load them properly, select correct cycles, use enough detergent and choose a water tempemture warm enough to release and get rid of soil.

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Use Hot Wash—up to 150°F.-on a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles-such as work and play clothes.

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Under normal soil conditions, wash in water above 80”F. (Z7”C.).

This generally means using the

W-Wash temperature setting on your washer-temperatures approximate y 90° to llO°F.or hand comfortable. If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutivewashings,use Hot Wxh occasional y, if safe for fabrics.

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Try to wash less often. Save articles of the same type of fabric until you have a full load.

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If you must wash smaller loads, adjust the amount of water. Small loads should have lower water levels.

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Wash in off-peak utility hours.

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

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How to sort the clothes

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Sort by surface texture

Separate w from

sort by

SOil

Separate

LINT PRODUCERS— Such as terry toweling and chenille-give up lint.

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

—attract lint. These must be washed separately.

For more information on lint control, see page l&

~Sortbyfabric

Separate w from

Sort by color

w

Separate

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Whites

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Synthetics &

Poly Knits from

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Darks from from

\Delicates~ -.

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In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection, it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible.

FORINSTRUCTIONSON

DIFFERENTFMRICS AND

LOADS,SEEPAGES6

and 7.

It

paysto

check and prepare clothes for washing.

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Empty pockets, brush out cuflk, zip zippers, snap snaps, hoob and buttons.

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Do any necessary mending—rips, hems, tears.

Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain.

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Remove stains. For ST~

REMOVALGUIDE, SEE PAGE 17.

Turn Poly Knits inside-out to minimize fabric surface damage.

Soaking and Pre_treating— a 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 page 8.

FOR INFORMATION ON

SOAKING AGEN’E3, SEE

PAGE K

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Pre-treat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of waterand powdered detergent or soap. For best results, wait 1/2 hour before washing.

How

to

load

your w-ad-m

Special recommendations for washing permanent press if’ you do not have a dryer.

If you are machine-washing

I%mnent Press clothes that you pkm m line dry or drip-dry. use extra care to minimize wrinkling in rhe wash process:

* Be careful not to overload washer. i%rnx.ment Press clothes must have ample room to move freely. A Medium size Permanent

Press load is the largest that should be washed.

* ‘Use more water than you would for a regular load. L;se a Medium

Water Level for a Small Load: a

Large JVwer Level for a Medium

Load.

* Remove ciothes promptly w soon as washer stops and hang immediately.

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To minimize wrinkling, use the

Permanent Press & Knits Cycles.

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Load clothes dry.

s Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in the wash basket in this order:

Large Items—like sheets. Do not wrap around the agitator.

Small Items—like washcloths.

Medium Size Items—like towels.

Here is a typical full load:

3 Double Sheets

4 Long Sleeve Shirts

3 Boxer Shorts

6 Standard Pillow Cases

5 T-shirts

2 Pair Trousers

3 Handkerchiefs

This illustration, with clothes just reaching the Clothes Retaining

Ring, shows a proper load. Clothes have ample room to move because they are not packed down. nor wrapped around the agitator.

Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are apt 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 page 4.

To add items after the washer has started.

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Turn off the washer.

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Carefully remove the Filter-Flo pan.

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Add any additional articles by submerging next to the agitator.

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Replace the Filter-Flo pan and restart the washer.

NOI’E: Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash basket. Do not put any items to be washed in the

Filter-Flo pan. Do not place detergent packets in the Filter-Flo pan.

N(YI’E: When washing stockings, panty hose and other easily tangled items, always handle separately. To minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net laundry bag.

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Factorsto consider in selecting detergentsand soap

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Products Advantages Disadvantages

Phosphate–

Powdered Detergents

Perform well in hard or soft water

Wash all types of fabrics well.

Can be used in hot, warm, or cold water.

Are not available in some areas.

Non-Phosphate—

PbwderedDetergents

Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water.

In some areas only non-phosphate products are available.

Liquid Detergents

Generally do not clean well in hard water.

May be difficult to dissolve, especially in cold water.

Should not be used in cold water.

Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water.

(See page 12.)

May not petiorrn as well as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wash water.

Perform well in soft water.

Offer better performance in hard water than powdered non-phosphate types.

Cleans synthetics and fabric blends well.

Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots.

Completely dissolve even in cold water.

Perform well in soft water.

Soaps

Generally do not clean well in medium-hard or hard water.

May combine with water hardness minerals to form sticky soap curd.

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The results of continued use of carbonate detergents

Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonate type nonphosphate detergent, you will most probably notice limestone* deposits on your clothes and washer surihces. The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up. If your water is VERY HARD

(11 or more grains) and if you wash just a few loads a week, you may see limestone buildups in just a few months.

lMects on clothes

Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on cotton, it will eventually affect various fabrics in the following ways:

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Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to fabrics such as toweling.

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Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy.

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Causes graying of fabrics.

s Leaves a white, powdery residue on dark-colored items.

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Causes spot-fading of bright colors as a result of direct contact with detergent.

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Reduces wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.

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Destroys eff=tiveness of flarneretardant finishes on cottons such as children’s sleepwear.

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Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation.

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Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution.

. Mat-1ike, crusty formations

Caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits.

. Increas~ semice calls because of limestone deposits in the pump, recirculation water hoses, filters and other washer parts.

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Reduced useful life of washer.

Recommendedmethodsto reducelimestonebuildups

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Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area.

. Ins~ a home ~ter sofiner.

This will significantly reduce limestone buildup.

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Use a packaged non-precipitating water softener, such as Calgon brand with phosphate.

Good washing

pmay delaylimestonedamage to clothes

The following recommendations will temporarily delay the effects of limestone on your clothes.

These are generally good washing practices and will give better soil removal whether or not you have hard water or use carbonate detergent.

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Use hotter wash water, for example up to 150°F.for cottons.

This also improves oily-soil removal.

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If you wash in cooler water to save energy, use more detergent to promote better washing. Also be sure to use bleach on bleachable fabrics. Use hot water whenever possible.

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Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes.

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Increase amount of detergent.

See guide on opposite page for recommended detergent amounts in relation to water hardness.

● hcrease use of bleaches, pXFMX3@ packagedwater conditioners, prewash soil and stain removers to help in removing stubborn soils and stains.

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Use greater care in sorting loads.

Wash very dirty loads separately and increase detergent to help keep dirt IYomredepositing on less soiled items. Wmh delicate items separately to prevent damage fkom heavy, sturdy clothes.

. Wash sm~ler loads to increase cleaning action of washer.

. Use fabric so~ner to coun~ract stiffness or harshness in clothes.

How

to

partially restore clothes

Once clothes have developed deposits, they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of two cups of vinegar in one gallon of hot tap water for 15minutes.

USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER.

Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent.

CAUTIONS:

●

Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer. The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain.

●

Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.

●

Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics.

*LIMESTONE-technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE-is caueed by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent.

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How much detergent should you use?

The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean.

Amount required varies according to:

1. Water hardness

2. Amount of soil

3. Size of load

4. Type of detergent

5. Wash temperature

Use more detergent if you have. . .

1. Hard water

2. Large loads

3. Greasy or oily soils

4. Lower wash temperature

5. Low phosphate detergent

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

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Using too little detergent i: a common cause of laundry problems

Aiways measure detergent in a standard measuring cup.

How to use detergent—granular or powdered:

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 detergent doesn’t dissolve well, predissolve the detergent in hot water, then pour directly into the wash basket.

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I

Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load

High-Sudsing

Po;der Type-

Low-Sudsing

Concentrated

Powder Type

LIQUID

I

Water

Hardness

VERY

HARD

10-20 Gr.

HARD

4-10 Gr.

SOFT

O-4 Gr.

o-1o

Grains o-1o

Grains

Large

I 2 cups

1x Cups

1 cup

Water Level Setting

Medium

1?4 cups

I I

1% cups

1 cup

1 cup ?4 cup

Smail

1% cups

% cup

‘/2cup

% cup

L Use recommended amount of detergent for your load and water hardness as shown in guide.

2.

When using other detergent types-low and normal suds, powders, liquids, non-phosphate powders— follow recommendations on package.

3. For hard water treatment, see page 14.

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Hard water-do 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.

s 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” and means this:

Oto 3 grains per gallon-SOFT

4 to 10grains-HARD

11to 19 grains-VERY HARD

20 grains and over—

EXTREMELY HARD

If your water is SOFT, you have no problem. Youcan use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget all about hard water. If you have

HARD water-less than 10grains– 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 guide below.

Add this much water softener with a Ml water level

Grains of hardness

When using with detergent

When using with soap o–lo o

% cup

(80 ml) lo–15

‘xicup

(60 ml)

% cup

(160 ml)

15-20

% cup

(120 ml)

% cup

(180 ml)

20–25

% cup

(160 ml)

1 cup

(240 ml)

25–30

1 cup

(240 ml)

1% cups

(360 ml) over 30

1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above

30 (240 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)

1% cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above

30 (300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)

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Other laundry products

Laundry product and type

BLEACH

~hlorine Liquid

]uch as Clorox brand

TIN’l13ANDDYEf3

Powdered such as Rit and T~ntex brands

How to use it

Dilute bleach with at least one quact

(0.96 liter) water and add after wash action has started and detergent is dissoived.

Follow package directions.

N(XE: llnted garments may not be colorfast. Wash separately.

Special instructions

1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bieach directly into washer or on dry clothes.

2) Some of today’s washable fabrics shouid not be chlorine bieached such as: 100% cotton flame-retardant children’s sleepwear, silk, wool, mohair, spandex, leather, or non-fast colors. Dilute bleach before using on any fabric.

3) Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels for special instructions.

1) Maybe used on all kinds of fabrics.

~) Is most effective in hot water-

Non-chlorine such as

Clorox 2 brand

FxmlcSOFI’ENERS

Rinse additive such as

Downy Brand

Wash Additive such as

Rain Barrel brand


Put bleach into washer with detergent.

Mix recommended amount with one cup (240 ml)water and add at start of rinse cycle.

Follow Package directions.

Add during wash cycle.

SANXTIZER

ChlorineBleach, such as Clorox brand

Use in case of infection and contagious disease.

See under Bleach above.

WATER SOIWENER

Non-precipitating such as Calgon brand

Precipitating such as

Borax brand

SOAK AGENT

Such as Biz brand


Add at start of wash cycle.


Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.


PRETREATING, STAIN

AND

REMOVERS

Such as Spray ‘n Wash Follow package directions. Treat only and K2R brands heavily soiled areas. Check garments’ care labels for instructions.

1) Heips make clothes fluf~ and soft.

2) Reduces static electricity.

3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on some clothes.

4) Do not pour directly on clothes.

5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle, such as Rain Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s instructions exactly.

Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses.

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping water clear.

Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.

CAUTION: Washer control panels and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the washer. Apply these pretreatment products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed normally. Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment 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 and the finish 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 stain. It can set some stains.

3.

Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.

4.

Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent.

Stain Removal Hint—

Using Chlorine Bleach for

White and Bleachable Fabrics.

Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8

liter) 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 detergent and let stand 30 minutes.

●

Re-wash using hottest water the fabric can stand.

How can you prevent these

“After-You-Wash”stains?

●

Increase the amount of detergent normally used.

●

Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.

QWash synthetic garments more often.

See next page for

Stain Removal Guide.

16

Stain removal guide

Adhesives

(Chewing Gum, etc.)

White

and

Bleachable Fabrics

%e

ControlSettingGuide, Bleachon I%ge 7

Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water.

Use dull too! to carefiily scmpe o~as much adhesive or gum as possible.

Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid,* then launder.

Anti-perspirants,

Deodorants

Blood

Chocolate, Cream,

Ice Cream and Milk

Coffee and Tea

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on

Opposite page. If color has changed, you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia.= Rinse thoroughly.

Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water, If stain remains, bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.

Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;

Apply undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.

Without cream: Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. Launder. With cream; Follow guide directions for cream.

Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,

Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid or Pancake Makeup, Rouge,

Powder; Crayon; Grease,

Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil.

Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to Stain Removal

Hint on opposite page.

Other

Wuhable Fabrics

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

Same as white and bleachable fhbrics except use non-chlorine bleach.

Sponge or soak in cool water, then launder.

Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder in warm water.

Sponge with warm water. If stain remains, apply warm glycerine, let stand 30 minutes and rinse well, or sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.* Launder.

Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid?

Then launder in warm detergent water.

Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,

Wine, Vegetables, or Food

Coloring

Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to Stain

Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.

Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining stain with non-chlorine bleach.

Grass, Foliage, Flowers,

Mildew, Scorch

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots while they are ffesh, before mold has a chance to weaken fhbric.) If either type stain remains, bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)

Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted

liquid dete~ent. Bleach remaining stain with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.

Old mildew stains can seldom be removed.

Scorch can seldom be removed.

Ink,Ballpoint

Paint and %rnish

Fresh stains: Place stain thee down on an absorbent towel and sponge with dry cleaning fluid? or use spray cleaner. Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains; bleach according to Stain

Removal Hint on opposite page.

Soften with oil, lard or Vaseline, then sponge with turpentine or banana oil. Launder in warm water.

Same as white and bleachable i%bncs except launder using non-chlorine bleach.

Same as white and bleachable ihbrics.

Perspiration Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar.- If any stain remains, treat with safk dry cleaning fluid* or bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.

Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach with non-chlorine bleach.

Rust Same as white and bleachable fibrics.

Apply rust remover,- using manui%cturer’sdirections. Rinse and launder.

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Waution: Becausecleaningfluidstendto be toxic,be sum you arc in a well ventilated room when using them. No cleaning fluid thiliar withthe limitationsandrequiredcautions(usuallyprintedon label).

Use extreme caution with flammable compounds.

shouldbe usedunlessuser is undernoCircummlce$ containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer.

#~ not* Chlofi bl~h with ~fi or aci~ such ~ v~~ @/or mst ~m~r.

M~g~

p~~ amxic~ which ~ -USC d@l.

We and retkr to garment manuthctumrs’care labels.

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~~-= Use This Problem Solver

GREASY OR OILY

STAINS ON

LAUNDERED

GARMENTS

GRAYED CL~HES

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

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Inco&tao&g of clothes: Separab lint-producem (such as terry tuwels &l chenille) ~: i%rn kt-re&ivers (such as mti-made fabrics, velveteen, corduruy).

~ Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute per pound of dry clothes.

. U= of~on-phospha~ &@rgen@ which combine with hardness minerals to form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or liquid detergen~ use warmer wash water or sofkm water with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener.

. Wdery residue from granular detergent may appear tObe ht.

-solve~=tdw detergent in hot water before adding to washer; make sure detergent is completely dissolved before adding clothes; switch to liquid or cold water detergent or use warmer wash water. See page 13.

. Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer items with correct water level.

. Too much bl~ch. Use correct amount of bleach according to package directions.

●

Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle. Increase amount of detergent. See page El.

●

Incorrect use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, softeners may react with detergent to create a white deposit. Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless package specifies adding to wash cycle. Seepage 15.

● pilling USUallyon polyester-cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint. Thming clothes inside-out may provide some help.

●

Static electricityy caused by overdying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener in rinse cycle.

These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may not notice them before washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle, the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible. They are no~ caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing.

Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using hottest water fabric can stand.

●

Insu fficient de~rgent.

Yi.-xJmay need to increase amount of detergent

USd if load is larger than normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is large or if water is Hard to Extremely Hard.

● wa~r not hot enough for type of load, Be sure Water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at 140°-1500F. DOnot wash when other hot water needs-such as dishwashing or family baths-are heavy.

●

Pmr or inferior detergent. Chmgeto phosphate detergent, if possible.

FO11OW these steps:

1. Use water conditioner, (such as Calgon brand)

2. Pre-treat stains

3. Use hottest water possible

4. Use bleach where possible

5. Use pre-soak aids

6. Install water softener

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I?IU)BLEM

GRAYED CLOTHES

(continued)

YELLOWED

CLOTHES

BLUE OR GRAY

COLOR STAINS

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SHRINKAGE,

GENERAL

,

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

QWasher overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of load.

●

Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient.

However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent.

●

Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at the bottom of page 18.

●

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

●

Detergent dissolves too slowly. Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the start of agitation. See page 13.

●

To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:

1. Put clothes in washer. Fill with H(YTwater. Check Manufacturer’s Care Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment.

●

Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate— use 21/2times as much as you need for normal water softening.

●

Do not use detergent or soap.

c Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.

. Repeat, if necessary.

2. If you prefer to use the Soak Cycle, see page 8. Use the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.

●

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 following procedures on “Grayed Clothes~’ above.

●

Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin ftishes.

Use oxygen bleach

(such as Clorox 2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Instructions. Restore color using color remover (such as Rit or Tlntex brands), following package instructions.

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

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

2. Have a special falteror chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and

manganesefrom water.

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

4.

To remove spots: spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through stain.

To remove overall yeliow, use a commercially av~lable rust scale remover, following package instructions. If porcelain damage can occur, do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.

1

Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour,fabric soi&&~ #irectly o~ qlothes; always ~~ diluk before adding to rinse water. &e ~e~H..~~@&,*?tZ,._:$&%~$ area and rub with undiluted liquid detergen~ R&&ih,ytxrrqg &Iorin&bleacli ‘&*j-:$~:<, for fabric., “ +

.

Some fhbrics will shrink whe@er wash6d in a washer U~@”tid;6&~@&”@~y’;&?

washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufiicturer’s Care Instructions exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.

.

The Problem solver

(continued)

PROBLEM

,.

WRINKLING IN

PERMANENT PRESS

AND “N~~ON’$

ITEMS

WRINKLING IN

PERMANENT PRESS

AND “NO-IRON”

ITEMS

(continued)

SNAGS, HOLES,

TEARS, RIPS OR

EXCESSIVE WEAR

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

●

Relaxation shrhkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs, garment maybe pressed back

- ~~ shape a& each wash and &y”qcle .

●

Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering. Maybe 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 heatshaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be prevented by washing in cool or warm water; drying on Low or Delicate heat.

●

Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.

●

Tbo many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.

●

Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses. Do not wash

Permanent Press with regular laundry.

●

Too many clothes in washer. Permanent Press loads should always be smaller than regular loads. . .no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.

●

Incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides a cooldown rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.

●

Incorrect water level. U-seLarge Water 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 you must use a nonphosphate detergent, avoid the use of high-carbonate-buil~ detergent.

●

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

To remove wrinkles:

G Retumble on “Permanent Press” setting.

●

Rerinse and dry on “Permanent Press” setting.

●

If unsuccessful.

retumble on high heat for 10 to Q minutes and hang immediately.

●

Iron carefull~’.

●

Send to dry cleaners for pressing.

●

Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.

* Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Check to make sure all such objects are removed. Also check wash tub.

●

Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles. zippers. Fasten hooks, zippers and buttons. Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is especially important in washing knits which snag easiljr. Turn knits inside out.

●

Holes with random square shapes v7ith yellow discoloration may be caused by improper use of chlorine bleach. Use only correct amount of bleach. See page 15.

Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come into contact with undiluted bleach. Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes.

1

PROBLE31

SNAGS, HOLES,

TEARS, RIPS OR

EXCESSIVE WEAR

(continued)

POSSIBLE C.4CSE

i\M)

RE>UZDY

●

Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all toweis and other articles that came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals.

●

Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments before washing and mend all rips and tears.

●

As Permanent Press garments age, thev may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This is normal due to weakening of fibers by th; Permanent Press process. It is not caused by washer. You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a

Large Water Level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press.

Remove collar stays, when possible.

●

Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears. Check agitator and file rough spots if necessary.

●

May be caused by the use of Regular Cycles for delicate articles. Use Permanent

Press & Knits Cycles. Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Labels.

●

Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere.

This is inevitable and is not caused by washer. Slow process by washing on Permanent Press& Knits Cycles.

●

Too large loads, or too littie water. Load washer only with number of items that will move freely. Select correct water level.

Pretreat with liquid detergent.

HEAVILY SOILED

AREAS such as collars and cuffs

WASHER WON’T

OPERATE

WATER

TEMPERATURE

Is INcoRRECr

@@@@ c Make sure cord is plugged into outlet.

●

Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.

●

Make sure controls are set and cycle selector knob is pulled out to ON position.

●

Make sure lid is closed. Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open.

●

Check house fhses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet, remove it. Wiisher should have separate outlet.

●

Make sure temperature selector switches are correctly set.

●

Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and regulated correctly.

s Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets . . .

hot to hot, cold to cold.

,

●

Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet hoses from water valve. Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.

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Check house water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140=to HOW.

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The Problem Solver

(continued)

PROBLEM

POSSIBLECAUSEAND

REMEDY

WASHERIS NOISY

WASHER PAUSES

IN CYCLE

,.

‘e M& ~tie

I&e *&M&&S ‘~~g&~ &t ~u~ji~

.

.

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●

Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inser&l ~ and secured to drain facility.

●

Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber fbot pads in place and front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.

●

A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in? This sound is normal.

●

Heavily unbalanc@ loads can cause the washer ~ vibrate ex~sively during spin, and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases (usually occurs when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water level is set higher than necessary), the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating aloud but harmless noise.

To correct, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.

●

Washer normally pauses between washing steps . . .such as between wash and spin or between spin and rinse.

If you need more help . . . call, toll free: GE Answer Center@ /800.626.2000/consumer information service

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Care and Cleaning

USER MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

The tub.

The porcelain is selfcleaning. Leave lid open after washing to allow moisutre to evaporate.

Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.

The exterior.

Wipe off any spills of washing compounds.

Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.

To store washer:

Ask service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.

Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.

For long vacations:

Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing.

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The Acti~7ator@agitator.

Remove at regular intervals—about 4 to 6 months—and remove any lint that may have accumulated.

No tools are needed, simply grasp agitator with both hands and pull straight up sharply. The slotted section at the top of the metal shaft has a light coating of lubricant to prevent parts sticking together. If this area appears to be dry, apply a light coat of grease or petroleum jelly around the slotted section of the shaft before replacing the agitator. Do not overgrease.

When replacing the agitator, carefully lower straight down onto the shaft so that it fits into the slots.

Then apply downward pressure until agitator snaps into its normal position.

How to remove limestone deposits from clogged

Filter FkP pan

●

Seal filter pan in a preheated

160”F.(71“C.) solution of half

~~inegarand half water for 15 minutes. Then brush each side of pan with a stiff bristle brush while flushing with running water.

CAUTIONS:

GDo not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar can damage porcelain.

c Do not exceed 180”F. (82°C. ) or filter pan may warp.

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You can have the secure feeling that

GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires.

Purchase a GE contmct while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount.

With a multipleyear contract, you’re assured of iiture service at today’s prices.

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IndividuA qualifiedto servicetheir

own appliancescanhave needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home, fi-ee of shipping charge!

The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts.. and all GE

Genuine Renewal Parts are fidly warmnted. ~ MasterCard and

Discover cards are accepted.

User maintenanceinstructions containedin thisbooldetcoverproce duresintendedto be performed by anyuser.Other seMcing generally shouldbe refereedto qualifid service personnel.Cautionmust be exercised,since improperservitig may causeunsafeoperation.

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Upon reques~ GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and a brochure to assistin planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items fi-ee of charge, call 800.626.2000.

Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may

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800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request information or service.

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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC C~HES WASHER

WARRANTY

Save proofof originalpurchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establishwarranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE%EAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED ADDITIONAL

FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY

For the second through fifth year from date of original purchase,

we will provide, free of charge, replacement parts for any part of

the transmission that fails because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges. Or, if you desire, we will provide a completely reconditioned transmission.

You pay for the shop reconditioning labor, the service trip to your home and service labor charges.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinarY home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is

LIMITED because you must pay to

ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care@ servicers during normal working hours.

Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for

GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY,

GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY

SERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRIC-

HOTPOINT FACl_ORY SERVICE or

GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER

CARE@ SERVICE.

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WHAT IS NOT COVERED

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SHViCetrips tOYourhometO teach you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our

Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer CenteF

800.626.2000

consumer information service

. Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer.

You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities.

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Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

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Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

. Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANK)R IS NOT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specif Ic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary f rOrnStateto state.

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s AttorneyGeneral.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

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