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Washer
Contents
Agitator
Appliance Registration
Bleach Dispenser
Care and Cleaning
Consumer Services
Controls Setting Guide
Cycle Settings
Detergents & Other Additives
Energy-Saving Tips
Fabric Softener Dispenser
Filter-Flo e Pan
Hard Water
4, 9, 26
16
8
9
26
2
26
8
27
6, 7
13-17
5
Limestone Deposits
Loading
Mini-Basket
TM
Tub
Mini-Quick Cycle
Model and Serial Numbers
Operating the Washer
14, 26
4, 12
10
5, 10
2
4, 5
Pre-Treating
Problem Solver
Safety Instructions
Sorting Clothes
Stains
Stain Removal Guide
Storage & Vacation Tips
User Maintenance Instructions
7, 11, 17
20-25
3, 4
4, 11
18
19
26
26
Warranty Back Cover
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Models WWA8827M
WWA8819M
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 versi6n en espafiol de este manual, llame a
GE Answer Center, _ servicio de informaci6n para el consumidor, tel6fono 800.626.2000.
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 20-25. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If yousmellgas:
1. Openwindows.
2. Don't touch electrical switches*
3, Extinguishany openflame,
4. Immediatelycall 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 Ownership
Registration Card that came with your washer. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:
Model Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do notstoreoruse gasolineor other flammablevaporsand liquidsin the vicinity of thisor anyother appliance.
Serial Number
Use these numbers in an3, correspondence or service calls concerning your washer.
All washing instruction terms in this book contbrm to the Care Lab_ing
Rule established by the Federal Tradc Commission, January 1984.
If you need service
To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page in the back of this book.
We're proud of our service and want you to be pleased.
If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance.
Explain why you are not pleased.
In most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details--including your phone number--to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
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
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
WARNING--To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: s Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.
• 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 obtain 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.
--Connect to a properly rated,
protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
--Connect to adequate plumbing and
facnities
the Installation Instructions.
• Turn off water faucets when the washer is not inuse to relieve pressure on hoses and valves, and tc
To minimize the possibility of injury:
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
• Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed
in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances
(such as wax, 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.
WARNING--HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the
gas can accumulate in the water
heater and/or water pipes if hot water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer.
HYDROGEN GAS CANBE
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 a//hot water
faucets andallow them torun for
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_ns _t you understand and have the skills to carry out.
connected to the hot water system,
This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape. Sincethe gas is flammable, do not smoke or use
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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.
• 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.
• Tominimize 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 withcontrols.
• Do not opera_ this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including
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Imoortant Safety Instructions (conti.u )
during cycle. This will stop the wash ancl spin a_ztionand 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.
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Sorting and Loading
• Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color and amount of soil according to instructions on page 11.
• Remove Filter-Flo ® pan and
Mini-Basket
TM tub. The underside of the lid is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes.
Do not use Mini-Basket tub when washing regular loads. You'll find complete details on how and when to use the Mini-Basket tub on page 10.
• Add measured amount of detergent.
See pages 13 through 17 for information on detergents and other laundry additives.
• Load clothes into the wash basket, being careful not to overload it.
Clothes should be below the retaining ring. See page 12 for more loading information.
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• Position the Filter-Flo pan on the
agitator. Lint will collect in the pan for easy 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 pages 8 and 9 for information on how to use Bleach and Fabric
Softener Dispensers.
For information on bleaches and fabric softeners, see page 17.
• Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open.
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If you wish to increase level after you've made a selection, turn knob to "RESET" and select new level.
Select Wash/Rinse Temperature
Cold rinse will be automatically provided with use of Permanent
Press and Special Cycles.
(An extended cool-down spray rinse and cold water deep rinse are provided to minimize setting of wrinkles.)
Push Cycle Selector Knob in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting.
Setting the Controls
Use the Controls Setting Guide on
pages 6 and 7 to help you make the
proper selections.
O Select Wash/Spin Speed.
Select Water Level.
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3
full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2 full.
LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
MINI-BASKET: See instructions on page 10.
_[_ Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer.
If you wish to change setting after washer has started, push Cycle Selector Knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position.
Setting can be changed at any time.
Tips to Help You Select Settings
R_r Cycles--
For most cottons, linens, work and
play clothes with normal soiling.
Permanent Press Cycles--
For Permanent Press loads such as shirts, blouses, dresses and similar wearing apparel with normal soiling.
An extended cool-down spray rinse is provided to minimize wrinkling.
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Knits Cycle--
A combination of agitation and
soak for more effective polyester knits laundering.
Plus an extended noel-down spray rinse is provided to minimize the setting of wrinkles.
Extra Clean Cycle with
Auto Extra Rinse--
For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. A second rinse is provided to help remove the additional detergent that's required for these soils.
See page 15.
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What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)
Cycle
Selector
Settings
Wash
Spin
Rinse
Spin
2nd Rinse
Spin
Total
Time
Light Soak
Heavy Normal Soil
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Extra Clean
Cycle with Auto
Extra Rinse
Special Cycles
Knits
Mini-
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*Total time includes pauses between each phase of cycle,
-Total time does not include water fill time. Fill times vary depending on household water pressu re and your selected water level.
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Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads
Load '
Cottonsand Linens
White/Colorfast
Bright/Non-colorfast "
Work Clothes
Heavy soil
Average soil
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons
Heavy or oily soil
Average or light soft
Synth_ics--Potyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics
Sturdy
Delicates
Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk and Wool
RayonandAcetate
Down-filled garments, if machine washing is recommended
Wash/Spin
Speed
Normal
Normal
Normal
Normal
Normal
Normal
Normal
Gentle
Gende
Gentle
Gentle
Wash Water
Temperature*
Hot OrWarm
Warm or Cold
Cycle
RegularCycles
Regular Cycles
Hot
Hot or Warm
Hot
Warm
Warm
Warm
Warm
Warm
Warm
Extra Clean Cycle
Regular Cycles
Cycle Setting •
Normal or Light Soil Setting
Normal or Light Soil Setting
Set at Start
Normal Setting
Extra Clean Cycle
Permanent Press Cycles
Set at Start
Normal Setting
Permanent Press Cycles
Permanent Press Cycles
Special Cycles
Normal Setting
Light Setting
Knits Setting
Special Cycles Knits Setting
Permanent Press Cycles Normal Setting
Baby Clothes--Sturdy, such as Diapers,
Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads, Sheets,
Receiving Blankets, Coveralls
Baby Clothes--Delicate
Normal
Gentle
Hot
Warm
Blankets--Wool,
Cotton
Blankets--Synthetic,
Part-Wool,
Electric
5 min. soak then
Normal
5 min. soak then
Normal
Gentle
Warm
Warm
Hot or Warm Curtains--DO
FIBERGLASS
NOT MACHINE WASH
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**
Slipcovers, Draperies, Bathmats and Rugs**
Denims (especially Indigo Blue Jeans) and other fabrics that bleed
Gentle
Normal
Normal
Hot or Warm
Hot or Warm
Cold or Warm
Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting, depending on amount of soil
Permanent Press Cycles Normal Setting
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Light Soil Setting
Light Soil Setting
Permanent Press Cycles Normal Setting
Permanent Press Cycles
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Normal Setting
Normal Setting
Normal Setting
Rubber-coated Items, Laminated Fabrics,
Vinyl, Plastics and Articles with Plastic
Trim
Pillows
Gentle
Gentle
Warm
Warm
Special Cycles Knits Setting
Permanent Press Cycles Normal or Light Setting,
depending on amount of soil
*Use Cold Rinse to save energy.
**Check size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home-size washer.
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.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed.
No bleach
Seldom needed. If needed, use only non-chlorine bleach.
No bleach
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
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
Special Instructions
If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended on page 15. Use Extra Clean Cycle with Auto Extra Rinse, Normal or Light Soil Setting.
See page 5.
Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15.
Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15.
Use Extra Clean Cycle with Auto Extra Rinse. See page 5.
If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15. For heavy or oily soil on sturdy garments, use Extra Clean Cycle with Auto Extra
Rinse. See page 5. Small loads reduce wrinkling.
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 may be absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with 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 or in Mini-
Basket tub. See page 10.
Fill washer, add detergent and 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.
If Unusually soiled, use Normal Wash/Spin Speed.
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 discoloration, but will probably never eliminate it.
The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads.
Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat).
No bleach Pillows are made of different materials--dacron, fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but manufacturers" care labels must be followed
carefully. If washing is recommended, check pillows 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, using extra large water level.
For more information on care labeling, send for "What's New About CARE LABELS_'
For sale by the Superintendent of Documents,
U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
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°F.--on
a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles--such work and play clothes.
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• Under normal soil condition_, wash in water above 80°F. (27°(2.).
This generally means using the
Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer--temperatures approximately 90 ° to ll0°F, or hand comfortable.
If you notice that soil has accumulated 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.
• Use Normal Spin Speed to remove more water and help lessen drying time. The dryer will remove any wrinkles caused by the Normal Spin.
* Use your Mini-Basket
TM tub for very small loads. It uses less water than the small water level in the big tub on this washer.
You will also save on detergent and energy.
How to use the
Bleach Dispenser
• Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, pour it into the wash basket along with your detergent.
Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser.
• Measure bleach carefully.
Here are some recommended amounts:
LARGE WATER LEVEL--1 'A cup
(310 ml) liquid
SMALL WATER LEVEL--2/3 cup
(170 ml) liquid
MINI-BASKET tub--l/4 cup
(60 ml) liquid
• Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser.
• Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow.
Avoid splashing.
Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage.
• Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket or Mini-
Basket tub.
How to use the
Fabric Softener
Dispenser
How to use the
Soak cycle
How to use the
Filter-Flo ®Pan
• Position the Fabric Softener
Dispenser on the Filter-Flo pan.
• Pour manufacturer's recommended
amount of fabric softener into a standard measuring cup.
• Add enough water to fill the cup
1/2 full.
• Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.
• The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed at the proper time.
• Do not stop the washer during
the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.
When using Fabric Softener
Dispenser with the Mini-Basket tub, use one (1) teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or one (1) tablespoon (15 ml) of diluted softener.
• Do not use the Fabric Softener
Dispenser with the Soak Cycle or the Mini-Quick Cycle.
• If the rinse dispenser gets clogged, soak it in a solution of
1 cup water and 1 cup alcohol.
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• "SOAK CYCLE" temperature is controlled by the WASH/RINSE
TEMPERATURE switch.
(If a warm soak is desired, set the
WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to "HOT/WARM 7)
• If a hot soak is desired, set the
WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to "HOT/WARM" and turn the Cycle Selector Knob to
"NORMAL" in the Regular Cycles.
Start the washer. After washer fills and begins to agitate, push the
Cycle Selector Knob in _ind turn to
"SOAK CYCLEY Pull the Cycle
Selector Knob out to complete the cycle.
• For an extended soak, allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few
minutes to dissolve the soaking
agent. Then push the Cycle Selector
Knob in to stop the washer (keep lid
closed) and allow to soak for as long
as desired. After desired soak period, pull the Cycle Selector
Knob out to complete the cycle.
* Do not use the Fabric Softener
Dispenser or the Mini-Basket tub
with the Soak cycle.
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The Filter-Flo pan has two functions:
• 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.
• LID FOR THE MINI-BASKET--
After loading clothes in the Mini-
Basket tub, be sure to replace the
Filter-Flo pan. The pan serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Mini-
Basket tub.
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. Do not place detergent packets in the Filter-Flo pan.
How to use the Mini-Basket
TM
tub
The Mini-Basket
TM tub, designed
for small loads of regular fabrics or delicate hand-washables, can be used with any cycle except the
SOAK cycle.
Typical Mini-Basket
TM
tub wash loads
• Small loads of regular fabrics
(up to 21A pounds).
• Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate hand washables.
• Stuffed toys.
• Tennis shoes.
How to wash a small load of regular fabrics or delicate hand washables
1. Remove Filter-Flo ® pan.
4. Load clothes into the Mini-Basket tub. See page 11 for sorting help.
5. After loading clothes into the
Mini-Basket tub, be sure to replace the Filter-Flo pan. The pan serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the
Mini-Basket tub.
6. Add bleach, if desired.
Measure carefully and pour recommended amount of liquid bleach--l/4 cup
(60 ml)--directly into the bleach dispenser.
See page 8 for dispenser instructions.
2. Place Mini-Basket tub on agitator.
Pull the agitator toward the front of the machine for easier installation and removal of Mini-Basket tub.
3. Put 1/4 to 1/3 cup (60 to 80 ml) detergent in the bottom of the Mini-
Basket tub.
7. Add fabric softener, if desired.
Place the Fabric Softener Dispenser
on the Filter-Flo pan. Pour 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of
diluted softener into a standard measuring cup. Add enough water to fill the cup 1/2 full. Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.
See page 9 for dispenser instructions.
Special instructions for use of the Mini-Basket
TM
tub
• The Mini-Basket tub can be used with any cycle except the SOAK cycle. When using the MINI-
QUICK cycle, the Mini-Basket tub should be used.
• Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket when using the Mini-
Basket tub. There will not be enough water in the regular basket and damage to clothes could result.
• Do not use the Fabric Softener
Dispenser with the MINI-QUICK cycle. The cycle is too short for proper dispensing of the softener.
• When washing stockings, panty hose and other easily tangled items, always handle separately.
To minimize tangling, the use of a net laundry bag is recommended.
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8. Close lid and set controls as follows: f
EXTRA LARGE
• 0 RESET
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MINI.
MEDIUM __
SMALL ,4_
BASKET
--Set Water Level to "MINI-
BASKET" position.
--Select desired Wash/Spin Speed and Wash/Rinse Temperature.
See page 4.
--Select desired cycle (REGULAR or PERMANENT PRESS).
See page 4.
9. Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start washer.
How to use the MINI-
QUICK cycle
The MINI-QUICK cycle is a short cycle intended to wash small loads of lightly soiled
clothes you need in a hurry.
Because this cycle is a short one for
small loads, the Mini-Basket tub
should be used for satisfactory results.
1. Follow all the steps above and at left except for cycle selection.
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2. Push the Cycle Selector Knob in and turn it clockwise to the MINI-
QUICK cycle.
3. Pull the Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer.
How to sort the clothes
Sort by surface texture
Separate
Sort by soil
Separate
Lint
Producers from from
Lint
Medium
Soil from 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 20.
Sort by fabric
Separate
Linens from
Sort by color
Separate
Whites from
Lights from
Cottons &
Blends from
Poly Knits from from
Non-
In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection, it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible.
FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON
DIFFERENT FABRICS AND
LOADS, SEE PAGES 6 and 7.
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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 19.
Turn Poly Knits inside-out to minimize fabric surface damage.
Regular Cycle with Extra Rinse--
Special Modern Fabric Cycles for removable heavy and oily soils.
(See page 5 for instructions.)
See page 6 "Controls Setting
Guide7
See page 20 "The Problem Solver'.'
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 9.
FOR INFORMATION ON
SOAKING AGENTS, SEE
PAGE 17.
* Pre-treat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap. For best results, wait 1/2 hour before washing.
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.
* Use more water than you would for a regular load. Use a Medium
Water Level for a Small Load; an
Extra Large Water Level for a
Medium Load.
* Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately.
• To minimize wrinkling, use
Gentle Wash/Spin Speed.
• Load clothes dry.
* Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in the wash bast:e' i_ thi_ order:
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Large Items--like sheets. Do not wrap around the agitator.
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Small Items--like washcloths.
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Medium Size Items--like towels.
Here is a typical full load:
3 Double Sheets
6 Long Sleeve Shins
3 Boxer Shorts
6 Standard Pillo_ Cases
5 T-shirts
4 Pair Trousers
6 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 d D' 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 _, 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.
• Turn off the washer.
• Carefully remove the Fiher-Flo pan.
• Add any, additional articles by submerging next to the agitator.
* Replace the Filter-Flo pan and restav the washer.
NOTE: Do not use the Filter-FIo pan as a wash basket.
Do no'_ put any items to be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan. Do not place detergent packets in the Fiher-Fio pan.
NOTE: When washing stockings, panty, hose and other easily tangled items, always handle separate!y,. 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
Perform well 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-Phosphatem
Powdered Detergents
Liquid 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 14.)
May not perform 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 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
(U 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 wrinkle-resistance permanent press fabrics.
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• Destroys effectiveness of flameretardant 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°E 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.
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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. Whsh 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 tbllow 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:
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.
Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load
High Sudsing
Powder Type
Low Sudsing
Concentrated
Powder Type
LIQUID
Whter
Hardness
VERY
HARD
10-20 Gr.
HARD
4-10 Gr.
SOFT
0-4 Gr.
0-10
Grains
0-10
Grains
Extra
Large
2 cups
1¾ cups t cup
1 cup
Large
PA cups
Water Level Setting
Medium
Iq2 cups
Small
1% cups
11/2cups
1 cup
¾ cup
1% cups
3Acup
_k cup
¾ cup
½ cup
'/2 cup
FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS
Mini
Basket
½ cup
_Acup cup
'A cup
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 Extra Clean Cycles with
Auto Extra Rinse, double the amount of detergent recommended in guide.
4. For hard water treatment, see page 16.
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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.
• 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:
0 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
Grains of hardness
When using with detergent
When using with soap
0--10
0
1/3cup
(80 ml)
10--15
_,_cup
(60 ml)
2/3cup
(160 ml)
15--20
v., cup
(120 ml)
3_ cup
(180 ml)
20--25
2_ cup
(160 ml)
1 cup
(240 ml)
25--30 l cup
(240 ml)
I ii._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_Acups plus 1 tablespoon for ever), 5 grains above
30 (300 ml plus 15 ml tbr each extra 5 grains)
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Other laundry products
Laundry product and type
BLEACH
Chlorine Liquid such as Clorox brand
Non-chlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand
FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy Brand
Wash Additive such as
Rain Barrel brand
SANITIZER
Chlorine Bleach, such as Clorox brand
WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating such as Calgon brand
Precipitating such as
Borax brand
SOAK AGENT
Such as Biz brand
PRETREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT REMOVERS
Such as Spray 'n Wash and K2R brands
How to use it
Use your Bleach Dispenser according to instructions on page 8.
Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.
Use your Fabric Softener Dispenser
according to instructions on page 9.
Follow package directions.
Add during wash cycle.
Use in case of infection and contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Follow package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.
Follow package directions.
Special instructions
1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes.
2) Some of today's washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as: 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) May be used on all kinds of fabrics.
2) Is most effective in hot water.
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 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.
Follow package directions. Treat only heavily soiled areas. Check garments' care labels for instructions.
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as Rit and Tintex brands
Follow package directions.
NOTE: Tinted garments may not be colorfast. Wash separately.
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, I 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 booking 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.
Stain removal guide
Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics
See Control Setting Guide, Bleach on Page 7
Adhesives
(Chewing Gum, etc.)
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water.
Use dull toot to carefully scrape off 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 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 fabrics except use non-chlorine bleach.
Sponge or soak in coot 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
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.)
Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted
liquid detergent. Bleach remaining stain with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom be removed.
Scorch can seldom be removed.
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.
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 safe dry cleaning fluid* or bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except launder using non-chlorine bleach.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach
with non-chlorine bleach.
Apply rust remover** using manufacturer's directions. Rinse and launder.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
*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.
Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer.
**Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
Save and refer to garment manufacturers' care labels.
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Questions?
Use This Problem Solver
PROBLEM
LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
* Incorrect sorting of clothes.
Separate lint-producers (such as terry towels and chenille) from lint-receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).
o Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute per pound of dry clothes.
• Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or liquid detergent; use warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener.
• Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint. Predissolve granular 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 15.
• Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer items with correct water level.
• Too much bleach.
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 15.
• 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. Use Fabric Softener Dispenser.
See page 9.
• Pilling usually on polyester-cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint. Turning clothes inside-out may help.
• Static electricity caused by overdrying will cause attraction.
Use fabric softener in rinse cycle.
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 oi!y spots max' pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible.
They are not caused by the washer.
Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing.
Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra detergent using hottest water fabric can stand. Use Regular Cycle with Extra Rinse. See page 5.
PROBLEM
GRAYED
CLOTHES
YELLOWED
CLOTHES
POSSIBLECAUSEANDREMEDY
• Insufficient detergent.
You may need to increase amount of detergent used 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.
• Water not hot enough tbr type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at t40 °- 150°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, if possible. Follow these steps: t. Use water conditioner, (such as Calgon brand)
2. Pro-treat stains
3. Use hottest water possible
4. Use bleach where possible
5. Use pro-soak aids
6. Install water softener
• Washer overloaded.
Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing gray appearance.
Follow correct !oading 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 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 15.
• To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:
.
Put clothes in washer.
Fil! 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 Calgon with phosphate-use 21/2 times as much as you need for normal water softening.
• Do not use detergent or soap.
• Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.
• Repeat, if necessary.
.
If you prefer to use the Soak Setting, see page 9. Use the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.
3. Use Regular Cycle with Extra Rinse.
See page 5.
4. Use the Mini-Basket tub. See page 10. Increase detergent.
• 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.
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The Problem Solver (continued)
PROBLEM
YELLOWED
CLOTHES
(continued)
BLUE OR GRAY
COLOR STAINS
SHRINKAGE,
GENERAL
SHRINKAGE,
KNITS
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
• Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes.
Use oxygen bleach (such
as Clorox 2 brand).
Refer to Garment Manufacturers _Care Instructions. Restore color
using color remover (such as Rit or Tintex brands), fbllow 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. Dilute softener betbre filling your Fabric
Softener Dispenser.
(See page 9.) Also, do not lift lid during spin. This may cause improper dispensing, resulting in stains. To remove stains: dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent.
Re-wash, using chlorine bleach it safe for fabric.
• Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand: others may be 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 may be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle.
• Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fhbrics) is gradually removed by laundering.
May be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage.
Treat as for ReLaxation Shrinkage above.
• Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit l:abrics 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 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. Use Extra Large 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 non-phosphate detergent, avoid the use of high-carbonate-built detergent.
• Failure to use fabric softener.
Proper use will minimize wrinkling.
To remove wrinkles:
• Retumble on "Permanent Press" setting.
• Rerinse and dry on "Permanent Press" setting.
• If unsuccessful, retumble on high heat for 10-12 minutes and hang immediately.
• Iron carefully.
• 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 easily. Turn knits inside out.
• Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by improper use of chlorine bleach.
Use only correct amount of bleach, using Bleach
Dispenser.
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.
• 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
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND _MEDY
WEAR
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HEAVILY SOILED
AREAS such as collars and cuffs 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 use of Normal Wash/Spin speed for delicate articles.
Use Gentle
Wash/Spin speed.
Refer to Garment Manufacturers' Care Labels.
• Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere.
This is inevitable and is not caused by washer.
Slow process by
• Too large loads, or too little water. Load washer only with number of items that will move freely. Select correct water level.
• Pretreat with liquid detergent.
Use Regular Cycle with Extra Rinse.
See page 5.
WASHER WON'T
OPERATE
WATER
TEMPERATURE
IS INCORREC_
• 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 controls are
• Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and regulated correctly.
• 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.
• Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140 ° to 150°F.
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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 facility.
• Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot 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 in7 This sound is normal.
• Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively 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 a loud 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.
WASHER PAUSES
IN CYCLE
If you need more help.., call, toll free:
GE Answer Center _9
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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Care and Cleaning
USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
The tub. The porcelain is self-cleaning.
Leave lid open after washing to allow moisture 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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with grease or
Petroleum ubricate
Jelly.
The Activator _ 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 Fio ®pan
• Soak filter pan in a preheated
160°F. (71°C.) solution of half vinegar and half water for 15 minutes.
Then brush each side of pan with a stiff bristle brush while flushing with running water.
CAUTIONS:
• Do not soak in porcelain container.
Vinegar can damage porcelain.
• Do not exceed 180°F. (82 °C.) or filter pan may warp.
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Wdti Be There
With the purchase assurance that if you of );our ever new need
GE appliance, iniormation receive or assistance the from GE, we'll be there.
M1 you have to do is call--toll-free!
In-HomeRepair
Service
800-GE.CARES
(800.4324737)
AGE Consumer Service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that's convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out-so most repairs can be handled in just one visit.
ServiceContracts
800-626-2224
You can have the secure feeling that
GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires.
Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you'll receive a substantial discount.
With a multipleyear contract, you're assured of future service at today's prices.
GEAnswer Center®
800.626.2000
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center '_ infbrmation service is available m help. Your call--and your question-will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center _ service is open 24 hours a da}; 7 days a week.
Telecommunication
\
Device for the Deaf
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PartsandAccessories
800-626-2002
Individuals qualified to service their
own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home, free of shipping charge!
The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts...and
all GE
Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted.
VISA, MasterCard and
Discover cards are accepted.
User maintenance instructions
contained in this booklet cover proce-
dures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel.
Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
SpecialNeeds...
800.626.2000
Upon request, GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility.
To obtain these items, free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) may to request information or service.
YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check 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
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY,
GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY
SERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRIC-
HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or
GENERAL ELECTRIC 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:
GE Answer Center •
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 stateconsumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager--Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
WWA8827M
WWA8819M
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