How to _etthe best from

YourWasher

Contents

Agitator

Appliance Registration

Care of Washer

Controls Setting Guide

Detergents and

Other Additives

Energy-Saving

Hard Water

Tips

22

2

22

6,7

9-13

12

12

Limestone Deposits

Loading

Model and Serial Numbers

Moving & Vacation Tips

Operating the Washer

Pre-Treating

Problem Solver

Repair Service

Safety Instructions

Sorting

Stains

Stain Removal Guide

User Maintenance Instructions 22

Warranty Back Cover

5,7

4

16-21

23

3,4

5

14

15

10

8

2

22

Use and Care of model

WLW3000B

The GE Answer Center"

800.626.2000

Help us help you...

Before using your washer,

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

Hotpoint

Appliance Park

Louisville.

KY40225

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.

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 16-21. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling

Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows

2; _n't

touch electrical switches

3. Extinguish any open

4. Immediately call your gas supplier

FOR YOUR SAFETY not store or use gasoline or other f_mmable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

the following"

• Uset_

appliance only for i$ intended purpose asdescri_ in

this Useand Casebook.

• This washer must beproperly

installedand located in accordance with the Instigation Instructions

before it is used. ifyou did not receive an Installation _structions sheet with your washer, you can obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you.

--_perly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in

Installation Instructions•

_--_!or

store where it wiBnot

e exposed to temperature below

_gor exposed to the weather.

-Connect to a properly rated, protected andsized power supply circuit to avoid el_tfical overload•

-Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the hsNlation Instructions.

•Tum offwamr faucets when

the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves, and to minimize leakage _ahose or valve should break or rupture.

• When disconnecting this appliance pull by the plug rather than Me cord_ 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.

.l_not

repair or replace any

.... art of the appliance or attempt

_ay servicing

unless s_cifically recommendedin this Use and Ca_

Book or in pub_hed user-repair instruction that you understand

and have the skills to carry out.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

-Read

all instructions before

using

this appliance.

WA_RNING--To_uce the risk

off'we,electric shock, or injury to

_

mi_e

of injury: the possibility

• Do not _x chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and!or rust remover. Mixing can produce atoxic gas which may cause death.

•Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed

in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances

(such as gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

Do not addthese substances to the

wash water.

Do not use these substances

around your washer and/or dryer during operation.

• HYDROGEN GAS is produced

bythe 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

allhot water faucets andallow

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.

Of course, since the gas is

flammable, do not smoke or use

an open flame or appliance

during this process.

. Never reach into washer while it

or adding clothes, push in the

Cycle Selector knob to "STOP"

position, then wait until the

machine has completely stopped

before opening the lid.

• Close supervision

is necessary

ffthis appliance is used byor near

children• Do not allowchildren to play inside, onor with this appliance orany discardedappliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and

shipping or packing materials

properly. Before discarding a

washer, or removing from service, remove the washer lid.

• 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.

• 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.

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

,Do not tamper with controls•

• Do notoperate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

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important Safety Instructio

(continued)

• 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 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•

• Never climb on or stand on the washer top•

SAY THESE STRUCTIONS

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•

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.

I

_

Heov v Duty

J

Sorting and

Loading

• Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color and amount of soil according to instructions on page 5.

• Load clothes into the wash basket, being careful not to overload•

Clothes should be below the retaining ring• See page 8 for more loading information•

• Add measured amount of detergent• See pages 9 through

13 for information on detergents and other laundry additives•

For information on bleaches and fabric softeners, see page 13.

• Close lid, washer will fill but not agitate or spin with lid open•

Wash Water Temperature

Selection

• For hot water wash, set cycle selector to "HOT WASH"

(11 min•) or "10:'

• For warm water wash, set cycle selector to "WARM WASH"

(8 min.), "67 "4;' or "2"

• For cold water wash, set cycle selector for warm wash as explained above and TURN OFF THE HOT

WATER FAUCET.

RINSE WATER TEMPERATURE

WILL ALWAYS

BE COLD.

• Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start the cycle•

If you wish to change cycle setting after washer has started, push Cycle

Selector Knob into stop washer and reset to the new position.

Setting can be changed at any time during the cycle.

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 the

Cycle Selector Knob to complete the cycle.

How to sort the clothes

Sort by surface

Separate

texture

Sort by soil

Separate

"w

fro m fro m

W

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 16.

Sort by fabric

Separate

Linens fro m

Medium

Soil from

W

Sort by color

Separate from

Light_

fro m

Blends from

Darks fro m fro m

Colorfast

!n 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 PAGES 6 and 7.

It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing.

• Empty pockets, brush out cuffs, zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks and buttons.

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

Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain.

• Remove stains. For STAIN

REMOVAL GUIDE, SEE PAGE 15.

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 AGENTS,

SEE

PAGE 13.

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

Controls

Setting Guide for

different fabrics and loads

Load

Cottons aud Linens

White/Colorfast

Bright/Noncolorfast

Workclothes

Heavy soil

Average soil

Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,

Blends with Cottons

Heavy or oily soil

Average or light soil

Synthetics Polyester, Nylon, Acrylic

Knits and Woven Fabrics

Sturdy

Delicates

Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk and Wool

Rayon and Acetate

Down-filled garments, if machine washing is recommended

Wash Water Temperature

Hot or Warm

Warm or Cold

Hot

Hot or Warm

Hot

Warm

Warm

Warm

Warm

Warm

Warm

Bleach

Liquid chlorine type.

Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

No bleach

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

No bleach

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

Baby Clothes Sturdy, such as Diapers,

Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads, Sheets,

Receiving Blankets, Coveralls

Baby Clothes

Blankets-Wool,

Delicate

Part-Wool, Cotton

Hot

Warm

Warm

Warm

Blankets Synthetic, Electric

Curtains-DO NOT MACHINE

WASH FIBERGLASS

Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**

Slipcovers, Draperies, Bathmats and Rugs**

Denims (especially indigo blue jeans) and other fabrics that bleed

Rubber-coated items, laminated fabrics, vinyl, plastics and articles with plastic trim

Pillows

Warm

Warm

Hot or Warm

Hot or Warm

Hot or Warm

Cold or Warm

Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.

No bleach

No bleach

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.

No bleach

No bleach

No bleach

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

,ecial Instructions

It" colorti_st is unusually soiled, use hot water.

Use maxilnum detergent recommended on page 1l

Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 1l.

Small loads reduce wrinkling.

Use maxilnum detergent recommended in guide on page 11.

If unusually soiled, use hot water.

Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 11. Small loads reduce wrinkling.

Wash o,/3' if recommended by the garment manufilcturer.

Follow instructions carefully.

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

Agitate 2 to 4 minutes.

Wash frequently to fluff up the down aud retain the garment's warmth.

Wash separately.

Wet down gives off au odor which maybe absorbed by other garments.

Odor disappears when garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and grauular detergent.

Close zippers.

Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balauce.

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.

washer, add detergent, allow to dissolve before adding blanket.

Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid

,_tergent.Use

5-minute soak then agitate 2 minutes.

On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage.

Do one blauket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.

Use 5-minute soak, then agitate 2 minutes.

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.

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 discolor subsequent washing loads.

Agitate 2 to 4 minutes.

Tumble dry on FLUFF (No Heat).

Pillows are made of different materials--dacron, washed, but mamtfacn¢rers'

fiber, foam, polyester,

care labels m,lst be followed

carefully.

natural

If washing feathers and down. Many is recommend, check pillows pillows can be machine for weak seams or holes and mend to prevent escape of feathers or filling. Fill washer, add detergent and agitate for several minutes to dissolve detergent.

Add two pillows at a time to balance load. Agitate 4 to 10 minutes, depending on amount of soil.

Refer to Garment Manufacturers' Care Labels

For more information on care labeling, send for "What's New About CARE LABELS7

For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

How to load your washer

Special recommendations for washing permanent press

if you do not have

a dryer.

If you are machine-washing

Permanent Press clothes that you plan to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash process:

• Be careful not to overload washer• Permanent Press clothes must have ample room to move freely• A Medium size Permanent

Press load is the largest that should be washed• e Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately• eLoad clothes dry.

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

O

Large Items--like sheets• Do not wrap around the agitator•

O

Small Items--like washcloths•

O

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 Filter 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.

To add items after the washer has started.

,Turn off the washer.

,Add

any additional articles by

submerging next to the agitator

• Restart the washer

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•

Factors to consider in selecting detergents and soap

Products

Phosphate--

Powdered Detergents

Advantages

Performwell in hard or soft water

Wash all types of fabrics well.

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

Disadvantages

Are not available in some areas.

Non-Phosphate--

Powdered Detergents

Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water.

In some areas only non-phosphate products are available.

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 10.)

Liquid Detergents

Performwell 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.

Performwell in soft water.

Soaps

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

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

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

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 mostj_robab!v

notice limestone* deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces• 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•

Effects on clothes

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

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

• Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy.

• Causes graying of fabrics•

• Leaves a white, powdery residue on dark-colored items•

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

• Reduces wrin-e-resistance permanent press fabrics• of

• Destroys effectiveness of flame- retardant finishes on cottons such as children's sleepwear.

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

Effects on washer

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

• Mat-like, crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits•

• Increased service calls because of limestone deposits in the pump, recirculation water hoses, filters and other washer parts•

• Reduced useful life of washer•

Recommended

methods to reduce limestone buildups

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

• Install a home water softener•

This will significantly reduce limestone buildup•

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

Good washing practices may delay limestone damage

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•

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

This also improves oily-soil removal•

• 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•

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

• Increase amount of detergent•

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

• Increase use of bleaches, presoaks, packaged water conditioners, prewash soil and stain removers to help in removing stubborn soils and stains.

• Use greater care in sorting loads•

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

• Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action of washer•

• Use fabric softener to counteract 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-15 minutes.

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 caused by the

reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent

l0

How much detergentshould you use?

7he 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.

Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems.

Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup.

How to use detergent--granular or powdered:

Place detergent in the filter pan for normal conditions, but, for best results, put it next to the agitator after the clothes have been loaded.

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

Recommended amount of detergent for average

soil load

High Sudsing Powder Type

Low SudsingConcentrated Powder Type

LIQUID

Water Hardness

VERY HARD

10-20 Grains

HARD

4-10 Grains

SOFT

0-4

Grains

o-1o

Grains

o-1o

Grains cups

2 cups

1% cups

1 cup

1 cup

FOLLOW PACKAGE

DIRECTIONS

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

2. Other detergent types--low and normal suds, powders, liquids, non-phosphate powders--follow recommendations on package.

3. For hard water treatment, see page 14.

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" and means this:

O to 3 grains per gallon-SOFT

4 to 10 grains-HARD

11 to 19 grains-VERY HARD

20 grains and over--

EXTREMELY HARD

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 guide below.

Add this

much water

softener with

a

full

water level o-lo l0 15 15 20 20 25 25 30 over30 Grainsof hardness

Whenusing cupI cupI cupI 1cup

with detergent o (60 ml) (120 ml) (160 ml) (240 ml)

1_Acupsplus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above

When using 1/3cup 2,,_cup ¾ cup 1 cup IlA cups with soap (80ml) i (160ml) I (180nal) I (240 ml) i (360ml) 30 (300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)

Energy-Saving Tips

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 temperature warm enough to release and get rid of soil.

• Use Hot Wash--up to 150°E--on

a/_ular

basis' only-when washing heavily soiled articles-such as work and play clothes.

• Under normal soil conditions, wash in water above 80°E (27°C.). This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer-temperatures approximately 90 ° to

II0°E or hand comfortable.

If you notice that soil has accumulate after several consecutive washings, use Hot

Wash occasionally, if safe for fabrics.

• 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.

• Wash in off-peak utility hours.

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

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Other laundry products

Laundry

product and type

BLEACH

Chlorine Liquid such as Clorox brand

How to use it Special

instructions

Dilute bleach with at least one quart

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

l) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes.

2) Some of today's washable 111brics should not be chlorine bleached such as: 100% cotton flame-retardant children's sleepwear, silk, wool, mohair, spandex, leather, or non-fast colors.

Dilute bleach before using on any 111bric.

3) Check Manufacturers' instructions.

Care Labels for special

1) Maybe used on all kinds of filbrics.

2) Is most effective in hot water.

Non-chlorine such as

Clorox 2 brand

FABRIC SOFTENERS

Rinse additive such as

Downy Braud

Wash Additive such as

Rain Barrel brand

Follow package directions.

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.

1)

Helps make clothes fluffy 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 mauufilcturer's instructions exactly.

SANITIZER

Chlorine Bleach, such as Clorox brand

Use in case of infection and contagious disease.

See under Bleach above.

Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses.*

WATERSOFTENER

Non-precipitating such as Calgon brand

Precipitating such as

Borax brand

SOAKAGENT

Such as Biz brand

PRETREATING, STAIN

AND SPOT REMOVERS

Such as Spray 'n Wash

and K2R brands

Follow package directions.

Add at start of wash cycle.

Follow package directions.

Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.

Follow package directions.

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping water clear.

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

Follow package directions.

Treat only heavily soiled areas.

Check garments' care labels for instructions.

CAUTION: Washer control pauets 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 fiom washer.

The 111bricmay then be washed normally.

Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warrauty.

TINTS AND DYES

Powdered such as Rit and Tintex brands

Follow package directions.

NOTE: Tinted garments may not be colorfilst. Wash separately.

Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,

1/2 cup (120 rot) 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.

*For more information on sanitizers, send for Government Bulletin, #57B, "Sanitation in Home Laundering',' available from the

Consumer Information Center, Pueblo, Colorado 81009.

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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°E

(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.

• Wash synthetic garments more often.

See next page for

Stain Removal Guide.

For more complete information on stain removal, request government bulletin, "Removing Stains From

Fabrics," 054D. To obtain a copy write to: Consumer Information

Center, Pueblo, Colorado 81009.

Available at low cost.

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Stain removal guide

' Stain

White and Bleachable Fabrics

See Control Setting Guide, Bleach on Page6

Adhesives

(Chewing Gum, etc.)

Rub with ice or ilmnerse in very cold water.

Use drill tool to carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible.

Sponge with a sate 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 sate 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 Washable Fabrics

Same as white and bleachable fabrics.

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

Sponge or soak in cool water, then launder.

Soak in cold water.

Sponge with a sate 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 sate 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

Ink, Ballpoint

Paint and Varnish

Perspiration

Rust

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 Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)

Fresh stains: Place stain face 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.

Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted

/iqHid dete12gent. Bleach remaining stain with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.

Old mildew stains can seldom be removal.

Scorch can seldom be removed.

Same as white and bleachable fabrics except launder using non-chlorine bleach.

Same as white and bleachable thbrics.

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

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 sate dry cleaning fluid* or bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.

Apply rust remover,** using manufacturer's directions. Rinse and launder.

Same as white and bleachable thbrics.

*Caution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you are in a well ventilated room when using them. No cleaning fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitations and required cautions (usually printed on label). Use extreme caution with flammable compounds.

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

**Donotmixchlorinebleachwithammoniaoracids such as vinegar andor rest remover, Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

Save and refer to garment manufacturers' care labels.

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PROBLEM

LAUNDERED

GARMENTS

Questions?

Use This Problem Solver

POSSIBLE

CAUSE AND REMEDY

. Lnco_t sorting ofclothes. Sep arat e Iint-p_ucers (such as terry towels and chenille)

fromtint.receivers (such _ man-made fabrics, velveteen, eordu_)_

, Washing too!ong, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute per

_ofdry clothes.

,, Useofnon-phosphate detergents which combine with hardneSsminerals to form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or liquid detergent; use warmer wash _ter or soften water with an installed mechanical softener orapac_

water softener.

, Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be _t_ Predissoqvegranul_ 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 11.

• Overloading w_ cause abrasion which creates excessive lint_Washfeweti_ with correct water level.

,, Too much bleach: Use _rrect amount of bleach according m paekagedire_ions

• Not enough detergent to ho!d Iint in suspension during wash cycle i I_re_se _oum

Of

detergent. Seepage 11.

,, Incorrectuse of fabric softener: Ifusedin wash cycle, softene_ may react With detergent to create a white deposit. Use softeners in nnse cycle on!y unless package specifies adding to wash cycle. Seepage _.

• P_i_ USury on polyesterzcotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint. Turning clothes inside-out may provide some help.

,Static dectrici U caused _ ove_ing rinse cycle; w_l cause attraction.

Use fabric softener in

These are sometimes called "Invisible Stains" becauseyou may not notice _em before washing clothes.

However, ifoily soils are not completely removal in wash cycle, the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible. They are notcausM_ the washer.

Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing.

Use more detergent than normaland hottest water fabric can stand. If spots appear, rub in

_diluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash wi_extra detergent using hottest water fabriccan stand.

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PROBLEM

GRAYED CLOTHES

POSSIBLE

CAUSE AND REMEDY eInsufficient detergent.

You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is larger thin normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average, or if water is Hard to

Extremely Hard.

* Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at 140°-!50°F.

Do not wash when other hot water needs-such as dishwashing or family baths-are heavy;

, Poor or inferior detergent.

Change to phosphate detergent, ff_ssible.

Follow these steps:

1• Use water Conditioner, (such as Calgonbrand)

2. Pre-treat stains

3• Use hottest water possible

4• Use bl_eh where possible

5. Use pre-soak aids

6. Install water softener

• Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soft, causing gray appearance.

Follow correct loading procedures for s_e of load.

• _proper so_ng with insufficient detergent• Usually a 3_num mak is sufficient•

However, when using extended son for heavily sofl_ 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 described above.

• 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 11.

• To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:

1. _t clothes in washer• FN with HOT water• Check Manufacturers' Care Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment•

* Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as _gon wi_ phosphate-use 2½ times as much as you need for normal water softening•

', Do not use detergent or soap.

.N!ow

clothes to go through complete cycle.

•Repeat; if necessary•

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The Problem Solver

(continued)

PROBLEM

_LLOWED

CL_HES

BLUE OR GRAY

COLOR STAINS

GENERAL

KNITS

POSSIBLE

CAUSE AND REMEDY

,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;" page 17•

• Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use non-chlorine bleach

(such as Clorox 2 brand).

Refer to Garment Manufacturers' Care Instructions.

Restore color using color remover (such as Rit or Tintex brands), follow package directions.

.Iron

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 filter or chemical feeder installed 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 occasionally.

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.

If porcelain damage can occur, do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.

Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes; always dilute before adding to rinse water.

Seepage 13. To remove stains: dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent.

Re-wash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.

Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others maybe safely washed but will shrink in a dryer. 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 maybe pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle•

.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•

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PROBLEM

WRINKLING IN

PERMANENT PRESS

AND "NO-IRON"

ITEMS

SNAGS, HOLES,

TEARS, RIPS OR

EXCESSIVE WEAR

POSSIBLE

CAUSE AND REMEDY

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

• Too 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 = 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.

• 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 we a non-phosphate detergent, avoid the use of high-carbonate-built detergent.

• Failure to use fabric softener.

Proper use will minimize wrinkling.

To remove

wrinkles:

1. Retumble on "Permanent Press" setting.

2. Rerinse and dry on "Permanent Press" setting.

3. If unsuccessful,

retumble on high heat for 10to 12 minutes and hang immediately.

4. Iron carefully.

5. Send to dry cleaners fortressing.

6. Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.

, Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Check to make sureall such obj_N are removed. Also check wash tub.

" Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers.

Fasten hooks, zipNrs and buttons.

Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is especially impo_t in washing knits which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.

, Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration maybe caused@ improper use of chlorine bleach• Use only correct amount of bleach. See page !3.

Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come into COl_Ctwith undiluted bleach• Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes,

• Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels 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•

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The Problem Solver

(continued)

PROBLEM

SNAGS,

HOLES,

TEARS, RIPS OR

EXCESSIVE

WEAR

(continued)

HEAVILY

SOILED

AREAS such as

colt.s

and cuffs

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

• As Permanent Press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused by washer 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,

.Garments

weakened by age, sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer,

• Too large loads. Load washer only with number of items that will move freely.

Pretreat with liquid detergent

<

:WASHER WON'T

OPERATE

WATER

TEMPERATURE

IS

_CORRECr

• 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 fuses or circuit breakers If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet, remove it Washer should have separate outlet

• Make sure temperature selector switches are correctly set,

• Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and

• Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets regulated correctly Q,_/

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

• Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140 ° to 150°E

2O

PROBLEM

WATER WON'T

DRAIN

WATER LEAKS

WASHER IS NOISY

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

• Make sure drain hose is not kinked.

• Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft• above floor.

• Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.

• Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain Ncility. _

• Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with mbber f_t pads i_ p!_

and front jam nuts tight• See your Installation Instructions•

• A sharp distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin p¢fi_ _ motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission 1_ in'_ _s sound is normal:

• Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively _pin;

and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases, (usually occu_ when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water levd is set

than

necessary) the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating a lo_ but h _ noi_

To correct, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about Se wash b_ket; Glo_ the lid and restart.

WASHER PAUSES

IN CYCLE

• Washer normally pauses between washing steps..

-such as between ",,vaSR spin or between spin and rinse.

,f you need more help., call, toll free:

The 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 moisture to evapolzae.

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.

Lubricate or

Petroleum

} with grease

The 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 repla_cing the agitator.

Do not overgrease.

Excess grease may get into clothes load.

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.

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If You Need Service

") obtain service, see your warranty

_,n the back page 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, Consumer Relations

Hotpoint

Appliance Park

Louisville, Kentucky 40225

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

Major Appliance

Consumer Action Panel

20 North Wacker Drive

Chicago, Illinois 60606

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YOUR HOTPOINT AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER

WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelledcheck to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR 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

HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE,

GENERAL ELECTRIC-HOTPOINT

FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT

CUSTOMER CARE _ SERVICE•

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

• Service trips to your home to 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:

The GE Answer Center e

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•

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

• 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.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.

Warrantor:

General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

ManagermConsumer Affairs, General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225

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Part No. 113D5497P022

Pub. No. 39-9253

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