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GE WWA8354V User's Manual

1. s pam n a T o T e g i pI ee D O E a pons wn Sp o minimize tangling the use of a net laundry bag is recommended BUDET tienen tT ee SUNOS Factors to consider in selecting detergents and soap Products Advantages Powdered Detergents Wash all types of fabrics well Can be used in hot warm or cold water Disadvantages a Non Phosphate Perform satisfactorily in soft Powdered Detergents or moderately hard water In some areas only non phosphate products are available hard water May be difficult to dissolve especially in cold water Should not be used in cold water a fe eR A E IMC I TOSC COMMUNE SOUIUIII carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water Generally do not clean well in See page 17 Liquid Detergents Offer better performance in hard water than powdered Perform well in soft water non phosphate types Cleans synthetics and fabric blends well Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissolve even in cold water Detergents with Built In f Help make clothes fluffy and soft Fabric Softeners Reduce static electricity Soaps Perform well in soft water May not perform as well as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wash water Generally do not clean well L
2. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance oe AE ie eR LE WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance 11 de le a HARA TOLLOW basic precautions including tha fall tic following e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book e This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance AAL ab Yi 4 1 a _ a oa ae IM tne Installation I nstructions hafawn t4 n zanari Tf anu At A an mh UCIUIT IL IS USTU Li YOUU UIU TOL receive an Installation Instructions sheet with vonr wacher von can Wwe beret FF SELLE gore VV G4Usiwig H eats wttia obtain one b pan ing the service P gt LJ F re b gt gt m 5 4 ms d Q pa 4 B gt C N a n w i A CD lA pnt fo 3 S cD tA gt m gt D Q O p mt p jam a O g ra lt lt l f N l Q i e When di YF LEWE VL A applian ce ap seh ro plug ra Ga Q 3 3 D cordo or RE a see 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 e Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Us
3. 7a z 7a s5 Q we aW aW wwuewesesie Ves awe Seer removed in the wash the oily pots may pick up dirt from the ae water Then they will become very visible and you may think they were Anta E nla itan caused by the wash cycle itself If these stains are not comple ely Once these spots become visible how can you remove them e Wash spotted fabrics in the Mini Basket tub using the spots is to rub them i in a undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes then re wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these A fter You Wash stains e Increase the amount of detergent normally used e Increase water temperature where fabric will permit e Wash synthetic garments more often 21 NS See next page for NS Stain Removal Guide A Ww WA sp aww 2S 4 X 4 BAKU AW SESE aS stain oval request government bulletin Removing Stains From Fabrics 054D To obtain a copy write to Consumer Information Center erate Colorado 81009 Available at low cost suis n EEn TTT Stain removal guide Many stains that have not set into the fabric can be automatically oe removed in your washer s SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle Stain Treatment e Fresh Blood Launder with the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle using the hottest water the fabric can stand and o Perspiration the recommended amount of detergent j e If the stain remains and if the stained article is white or bleachable wa
4. _ instructions 29 If You Need Service 31 Warranty Back Cover 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 General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 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 23 28 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 Don t touch electrical switches Extinguish any open flame Immediately call your gas supplier FOR YOUR SAFETY
5. WATER LEVEL 1 cup 310 ml liquid SMALL WATER LEVEL 2 3 cup 170 ml liquid MINI BASKET TUB 1 4 cup 60 ml liquid amp Wi Wwe pry bleach directly o Se into the wash basket How to use the Fabric Softener Dispenser yf A U a N A I Q_g SSS E eee ee ae Position the Fabric Softener Dispenser on the Filter Flo pan cup e Add enough water to fill the c 1 2 full a Dawe tha A z FUU UI U ai vaania ihe fabric soitener wili OCT RT ete ee SRR ree ane Serer ENE Auty lidlitally UC Ulspeiseu Al UIC nroner time r bz viaa DALAL W o e yo 4Lan more neces a 2A ezrall amaun rma el m ULIIC LITSt Spi Ik LILS Lil Case LIC dicnencer tn emnty tan coon UsoPpwsiluws vs wariy EVV JV VII e How to use the Soak Setting xa o EGULAR F l Trasa yA Tj e S S the WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to H C or W C and turn the Cycle Selector knob to NORMAL in the Regular Cycle Start the washer After washer fills and begins to agitate push in the Cycle Selector knob and turn to SOAK Pull out the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle e For an extended soak allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the washer ra E pA Al RAGIN Re AS 4 1 keep lid closed and allow to soak for as lone as desire
6. always handle separately To minimize tangling the use of a net laundry bag is recommended SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle See pages 10 amy satin eal gen Ser 5 me 7 Add fabric softener if desired but not in the Mini Quick Cycle described on page 9 Pour 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or 1 tablespoon 15 ml of diluted softener into the Fabric Softener Dispenser on the Filter Flo pan LE AO ee ee am ne 8 Close lid Set controls as follows VARIABLE WATER LEVEL EXTRA LARGE m SS y RESET LARGE S MINI 7 CE t i MEDUN 4 BASKET S7 SMALL Set Water Level to the MINI BASKET position Select desired Wash Spin speed and Wash Rinse temperature See page 4 i Select desired cycle Regular Normal Regular Light Soil Perm Press or Knits See page 4 amm START Pull Cycle Selector knob to start washer SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle See pages i E A SAMA CY wy gone R al of lightiy soiled ciothes that you need in a hurry 1 Follow all the steps given on page 8 except for cycle selection we START Bw I N oN MIN evet Faan ne a aaeee 2 Push the Cycle Selector knob in and turn it clockwise to the MINI QUICK Cycle ES PEPEE D EN e Do not wash clothes in the regular basket when using the e Do not use the Fabric Softener penset with the MINI QUICK a iw 2 iS cl CLal a a WildK ut
7. apt to pack down which encourages overloading This size load requires a full water fill What is the best size load of soe oa agp or extra use of the washer Try to oe a full load of clothes If you can it is better to save clothes until you have a full land Tf eran manot wach mallar Mau Ll yvu ALLUSL Wadi iS maiii loads save water enerev and loads save water energy and detergent by adjusting the water level for the size of the load See page 4 wn D Permanent Press clothes that you plan to hang or drip dry use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash process e Be careful not to overload washer Permanent Press clothes PETT a La fae re mane 27 owe Cn ow Fm must nave ampie room to Move freelv A Medium size Permanent pcan Ai 4B 47S WA64 445 h WS 444484 4WS4h0 Press load is the largest that should be washed e Use more water than you would for a regular load Use a Medium Water Level for a Small Load an uur Extra Large Water Level for a To minimize wrinkling use Normal or Gentle Wash Spin ro W Speed depending on fabric or amount of soil gt tems after the washer gt as 2 s r LD a E R gt r z 2 jae y a as Ba 3 S e E er gt D w E oy oD ad ped 53 2 3 D 1 gt e e sp s we T ix HIVA a 42 cs 5 4 1 7 O J rl tri w
8. 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 General Electric 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 31 T a a Spy Ls MEO lh le ee aE n brn WHAT IS COVERED To L m mas WHAT IS NOT COVE WARRANTY VVZ us GE EF UES E E FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will I provide free of charge p parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing E Sey Y defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL tsun A nh 824254 OD ED FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fi fifth year fra ma Aat taAa wf rot ra mal ras mrhann irom UAT UI UI igina PUIGIIAaADG we will provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the transmission that fails because ofa manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home ow wwe ow ww SI and service labor charges Or if you desire we will provide a compieteiy reconditioned franemiceian Vain nav far tha GF GAS FaPETITIaPIWE Fe WU pay IVI UIV shop reco
9. at ragnilar intarval ga ahant A taf container Vinegar can damage UL AWRUMIGL LiL o QU LU U water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing Do not store the washer where it mate him me ol O G will be exposed to the weather are needed simply grasp agitator with both hands and pull straight For long vacations up sharply T he slotted section at the top of the metal shaft has a light Be sure water supply is shut off at coating of lubricant to prevent parts faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing sticking together If this area appears to be dry apply a light coat of grease or petroleum jelly around the slotted section of mie shaft carefully lower straight down onto the shaft so that it fits into the slots Then apply downward pressure until agitator snaps into its normal Pra tore position tL O o ee USER MAINTENANCE p Howto remove limestone INSTRUCTIONS deposits from clogged The tub The porcelain is Filter Flo pan self cleaning Leave lid open after e Soak ilero 1 porcelain e Do not exceed 180 F 82 C or filter pan may warp sunray pare IOS goa oy cae eT RY A ANAS lintel PO Ra a A SS a e If You Need Service To obtain service see your warranty on 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
10. gt Tips to help you select settings for regular wash loads Regular Cycles Synthetics Cycles Soak Setting For most cottons linens wash and For permanent press and knits Use with most soaking aids to play clothes with normal soiling loads such as shirts blouses loosen embedded soils and stains dresses and similar wearing apparel with normal soiling An extended cool down spray rinse is provided to minimize wrinkling REGULAR CYCLES REGULAR CYCLES C 77 CO man nC 3 Pa PERM PRESS KNITS N am OFF SYNTHETICS CYCLES See pages 12 and 13 for Controls Setting Guide What happens in each setting approximate minutes NOTES e Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle Cycle Selector e Total time does not include water fill times Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level m Er pp S z tje a m QO z ci z O Te A z Spec How to use the Bleach Dispenser AN ee _ UNAL RANN d lt dy NN MaI D NS CEW Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only f you prefer to use powdered bleach pour it into the wash basket along with your detergent Do not put powdered hlaach intan tha hlaanh dionancae VAVGALII LILY UIC VIVGLIil Wiopenloel e Measure bleach carefully Here are some recommended amounts EXTRA LARGE
11. may enlarge during washing process Check garments before washing and mend all rips and tears PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SNAGS HOLES As Permanent Press garments age they may show fraying at TEARS RIPS collars and cuffs This is normal due to weakening of fibers by OR EXCESSIVE the Permanent Press process It is not caused by washer You can WEAR slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a continued 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 0 or tears Check agitator and file rough spots if necessary e May be caused by use of Normal Wash Spin speed for delicate articles Use Gentle Wash Spin speed Refer to Garment aonr Fa Ant tee yat al AA 4VIALIUIALLUIUL S Car Labels e Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Slow process by washing on Gentle Wash Spin speed e Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as collars and cuffs Use SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle See page 10 Or pretreat with liquid detergent and wash in Regular Cycle ie en paea AQ a Gan WASHER 7 Make sure cord is plugged into outlet WON T OPERATE e Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on E Make sure c
12. you use phosphate contact your water company detergent you also have no e If you live in a rural area or in problem aa n areas contact your Bat ifvou havemercithani0 county agent as grains you will need to soften your Tha AMAR oOLAr areal ha Efarm hawa San water with either ILIU GALISVWUlL Willi UU VU llave gt U many grains per gallon and 1 An installed ft CE n aie i water softener in 0 to 3 grains per gallon SOFT y 4 to 10 grains HARD 2 The use of a packaged water 11 to 19 grains VERY HARD se ce 20 grains and over For information on water EXTREMELY HARD softeners see chart below Add this much water softener with a full water level Grainsof gio iws is 20 20 25 25 30 over30 i 2 cup plus i tbs Or eve Whenusins cup j cup j cup lcup above 30 240 ml plus 15 mil for each Whenusing Heup cup Xcup Leu eeu 80 300 mi plus 15 mi fr each with soap 0m 60m 80m 240m G60m Em a Pa ru S oraine ry 5 grain extra 5 grains ETL ems seater U Other laundry products a TE Y z I t Peri i Laundry Product amp Type How to use it Special Instructions BLEACH Use your Bleach Dispenser accord 1 Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly Chlorine Liquid ing to instructions on page 6 into washer or on dry clothes such as Clorox brand 2 Some of today s washable f
13. 10 and refer to the Stain Removal chart on page 22 when you elect to pre treat and scrub Stains by hand Turn Poly Knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage Soaking loosens 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 prelim inary step to a complete wash cycle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see page 6 e 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 2 hour before washing Or wash small extremely soiled loads in the Mini Basket tub using the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle See page 10 amp wo e Load clothes dry e Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in the wash basket in this order Small Items like washcloths Medium Size Items like towels Here is a typical full load 3 Double Sheets 6 Long Sleeve Shirts 3 Boxer nong 5 T shirts 4 Tshirts 6 Handkerchiefs a pont p a R pm JT J o ja O et 5 0 r2 _ 7e t ner load Clothes a nr u r oper WEAR o er RN Chew have ample room to move because they are not packed down nor wrapped around the agitator Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are
14. How to wash a small load of regular fabrics or delicate hand washables 1 Remove Filter Flo pan 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 detergent in the bottom of the Mini Basket tub before loading clothes See page 18 4 Load clothes in Mini Basket tub See page 14 for sorting help Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket when using the Mini Basket tub Shake sand and or loose dirt out of clothes before loading otherwise some may remain in the tub and on the clothes after the cycle is completed Special instructions for use of the Mini Basket tub 5 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 6 Add Bleach if desired Measure carefully and pour recommended amount of liquid bleach 1 4 cup 60 ml directly into the 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 Mini Basket tub If you prefer to use powdered bleach pour it into the Mini Basket tub along with your detergent Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser e When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items
15. Knits and Wooi Rayon and Acetate Gentle Warm Synthetics Cycle Set at Knits Down filied garments if machine washing Gentle Warm l Synthetics Cycle Perm Press Setting is recommended Jee i Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Normal l Hot l Regular Cycle Normal or Light Soil Setting anal Shirts Pads Sheets epending on amount of soil Receiving Blankets Coveralls Spotscrubber Cycle Set at Start ndigo Blue Jeans and Normal Cold or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Setting Rubber coated Items Laminated Fabrics Gentle Wa Synthetics Cycle Set at Knits Vinyl Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trs irim Warm Synthetics Cycle erm Press or Knits Setting aei Warm water is approximately 90 F to 110 F hand comfortable For small loads tCheck size Some slipcovers draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home size washer 12 Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels Na Bleach Special Instructions Liquid chlorine type If colorfast is unusually soiled use hot water Use detergent recommended on page 18 Only non chlorine bleach when needed White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Use detergent recommended in guide on page 18 Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach For heavily soiled loads use extra detergent and longer wash time when needed White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Use detergent recommended in guid
16. R Cyclo noino Di VEIUNY wv ylid AJ SJ ESA D4 MoE warm water and bleach see page 13 plus the recommended amount of detergent Chances are Step 1 will remove the following stains e Fresh Blood e Perspiration e Cosmetics Grease Oil e Chocolate Cream Ice Cream Milk e Most Common Food Stains Odds are good that Step 2 will remove these stains e Grass Foliage Flowers e Aged Blood e Antiperspirants Deodorants Coffee and Tea Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Wir Baad Col mno Va if the stain is caused by rust adhesives chewing gum etc paint varnish or tar OT af tha itam tc tan hia ta hoa lawndaxwsA AR LEIC ILGILI ES LUU Sd 9 LU UT AAULIUTI TU in the Mini Basket tub Stain Removal Guide on page 22 How to use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle 3 1 shirt and 1 pair of slacks or 1 full size bedsheet or 3 5 r tH the front of the machine for easier installation and removal of Mini Basket tub 3 Put detergent in the bottom of the Mini Basket tub before loading the E p eae ge EES E A PEE EER unt cioines adout the same amou gt O gQ D g g N om f fo n O ai n O 3 built in fabric softener If you do some soil may be redeposited on the wash load 4 Load clothes in Mini Basket tub See page 14 for sorting help 7 jjj ANIN fiil 5 Replace the Filter Flo pan The pan serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Mini Basket
17. a PT m ESET minute A sharp distinctive sound LARGE will be heard soon after agitation l m Pull Cycle Selector knob to start begins This is the sound of the MEDIUM G Washer water recirculation system cutting l off to keep the concentrated 3 SMALL Think you need more water when detergent solution in the Mini adding a large item such as a Basket tub When agitation stops Set Water Level control to MINI tablecloth Wait about a minute the SPOTSCRUBBER control Beer se renee g after agitation begins then check moves the remaining distance to the i pee To add water stop washer reset left and rinsing begins 5 SPOTSCRUBBER control to ON SPOTSCRUBBER and Festal Washer Leave Waet Cycle sequence da Spe ia ONLY Level control at MINI BASKET Wash 00 000 15 minutes J NY For best results don t overload the SPIN sees cree eae 3 ee E ON Mini Basket tub It s better to do BS UNSC isansa e 3 minutes gt two loads so laundry can move SO ad oe eee 3 minutes a freely in the water 2nd Rinse 3 minutes SPs ruran TA pa 7 minutes Q Total Time 43 minutes Includes pauses between each phase of Viet Set SPOTSCRUBBER control to the cycle Does not include water fill times ON position This fills the Mini which vary depending on household water Basket tub half full of water which cota is normal Nn Special instructions for use of the Mini Basket tub e Do not wash clothes in the otherwise some may re
18. abrics should not be chlorine hilaanhad such ac DINO Anttan flan natnednmt childean sc oicacned Such as IVU COON TlamMme fetaraant Chig ren s sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric 3 Check manufacturer s hang tags for special instructions Oxygen Powdered Follow package directions 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics such as Clorox 2 Put bleach into washer with detergent 2 Is most effective in hot water brand FABRIC SOFTENERS Use your Fabric Softener Dispenser 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft Rinse additive such according to instructions on page 6 2 Reduces static electricity as Downy brand 3 Use carefully Too much may cause staining on some clothes Wash Additive such Follow Package directions Use carefully Too much may cause staining on some as Rain Barrel brand Add during wash cycle clothes SANITIZER Use in case of infection and Guards agains st infection by killing most bacteria Chlorine Bleach contagious disease and viruses such as Clorox brand See under Bleach above WATER SOFTENER Follow package directions Suspends hardness minerals in solution keeping pi Nan Precinitating Add at start of wash cycle water clear a i TVA 2 sobada siaaa i BLEUS GER SEES Va yr such as Calgon brand Precipitating such as Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals to for
19. achable fabrics turpentine or banana oil Launder in warm water Tar Treat stain with commercial spot remover such as texize K2r Same as white and bleachable fabrics brand following manufacturer s directions Repeat if necessary Launder and dry 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 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 Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials waxes cleaning fluids etc be washed in washer Oxalic acid is toxic Take care not to ingest it accidentally 29 PROBLEM LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES Ty Sot AM eoe O o em Me a GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED GARMENTS am an sa ee e Incorrect sorting of clothes Separate lint producers such as terry towels and chenille from lint receivers such as man made fabrics velveteen corduroy e 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 det
20. are not completely removed in wash cycle the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water The spots will then be very visible They are not caused by the washer Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing Use more detergent than normal and 23 a PATOS wajgoad use The Problem Solver continued ist PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY i GRAYED CLOTHES 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 for type of load Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at 1402150 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 1 Use water conditioner such as Calgon brand lt 2 Pre treat stains 3 Use hottest water possible 4 Use bleach where possible 5 Use pre soak aids 6 Install water softener Ps Washer overloaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil Causing gray appearance Follow correct loading procedures for size of load _ Improper soaking with insufficient detergent Usually a 30 minute soak is sufficient However when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments you may need to use twice the recommended amount of d
21. b before loading clothes Use more detergent if To use liquid detergent in regular you have clothes basket or Mini Basket tub 1 Hard water follow package directions 2 Large loads 3 Greasy or oily soils Using too little detergent is 4 Lower wash temperature a common cause of laundry 5 Low phosphate detergent problems Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load Water Level Setting Water Regular Wash Basket Mini Basket Tub Hardness Extra Hand 2 cups 1 cups 1 cups 1 cups 4 cup 1 cups High Sudsing __ 10 20Gr tem mem tem Men Powder mm wee mon wow x to a e e Low Sudsing a ye Pow der Ty uow FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS 1 Use recommended amount of 2 For other detergent types low 3 For hard water treatment see detergent for your load and water and normal suds powders liquids page 19 hardness as shown in chart non phosphate powders follow recommendations on package 18 a amen Re A RIE E e Net ow Psi oe ard water o von have i A ECEE USA VV CEES TEU J Vu LECE V U EUo Before you can decide what to do If your water is SOFT you have about hard water you need to know no problem You can use soap or if you have it and if so how hard detergent as you prefer and forget it is all about hard water If you have HARD water less than 10 e If you live in a municipal area grains and
22. cessary 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 E h E P N T R TE A abinet O on ontainer label avoid personal injury Keep the area around and 1 your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc 8 g Eg Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping e 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 e Do not operate this appliance if itis damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug Never climb on or stand on the washer top e 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 continued next RE w o SUONNAJSUT AJES jueyoduT Pr taser TT Important Safety Instructions continuea e The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer
23. d After desired amp 49 Vou ALIWI ULOLILU soak period pull out the Cycle Poe 4 A i gt we fi ao on J ae rN b ger gt Tf wanr clatheac and hancahald itame AL yOur CiOui s aG mUUSemU1G 1S don t look clean and fresh after a water temperature w release and get rid of soil 3 e Use Hot Wash up to 1SOQ F oa n Wey AAEE FY GALES r aw Aww A fet a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles such as work and play clothes e Under normal soil conditions wash in water above 80 F 27 C This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures anrnravimoatalyu ANS ta Brat ar APPIVAIMately JUJ Ww liv 1i Vi hand comfortable If vou notice hand comfortable If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics 11y t U WaAaADSil IVoeod VLIW vavu articles of the same type of fabric tub on this washer You will also save on detergent and energy sdi Sunavg lt diaug Bung yeo sasuadsigg souayog oggy sasuadsig yovarg How to use the Mini Basket tub for hand washables Typical Mini Basket tub wash loads e Small loads of regular fabrics up to 22 pounds e Delicate loads such as lingerie panty hose girdles blouses sweaters socks shirts baby clothes and other small delicate hand washables e Stuffed toys e Tennis shoes
24. d am of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC Pees mM Ir pi Armm HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER Ne ked Vhol I7 Vie ke kimie AF F l A A AF ee ET CARE SERVICE 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 uhat uanr laani rigqhte ara in vour ctate concult vanr local or state consumer affairs office ar your state s Attornev General iO KNOW What your IGY IQS aie ni YUU SALG COSUN YUU 1UGG UI ola VVS H aP we ws w ure W ounou Se lt 7 SY Warrantor General Electric Company if further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 of sf ae 3 l hsr w P i OY Y f ran a a TE Part No 113D5497P050 Pub No 49 9564 3 87 G9 rr BA o T p re p ret 2 i aw ep gt E O A lt
25. e and Care Book or in published user repair instructions that you understand and hava tha abilla ta nares mnt lav UIC SAILS WULU 1y vur To minimize the possibility of injury e Ronda orine bleach witt ammonia or vine and or rust re remover r 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 gasoline degreasers _ dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water and do not use these substances around your washer Por acs se an PEET PO and or dryer during operation e HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the ne gasc can CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES Soto 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 ar iS onnected to the hot wa sa m This will allow any hydrog escape Since the gas is E do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process e Never reach into washer while it is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes push in the Cycle Selector knob to STOP position then wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid Q3 underneath vour Close supervision is ne
26. e on page 18 Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach For heavily soiled loads use extra detergent and longer wash time when needed White or colorfast liquid chlorine type If unusually soiled use hot water Use detergent recommended in guide on page 18 Non colorfast only non chlorine bleach For heavy or oily soil use Spotscrubber Cycle See page 10 when needed Synthetics and blends usually require slightly more detergent than cottons for cleaning and to help prevent loosened soil from collecting on the fabric No bleach Wash only if recommended by the garment manufacturer Follow instructions carefully Seldom needed If needed use only Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer non chlorine bleach No bleach Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment s warmth Wash separately Wet at down gives off an odor which may be absorbed by other garments Odor disappears when ae 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 White or colorfast liquid chlorine type 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 Only non chlorine bleach when needed You may p
27. en using the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle a sharp distinctive sound will be heard soon after agitation begins This is the sound of the water recirculation system cutting off to keep the concentrated detergent solution in the Mini Basket tub e 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 e Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash PAUSES and spin or between spin and rinse IN CYCLE If you need more help call toll free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service 28 ee em on va eae INT OR Care and Cleani S peee eee Demented washing to allow moisture to evaporate Do not use harsh PE E EEE or gritty cleansers The exterior Wipe off any spills of _ Lubricate pan with a stiff bristle brush while washing compounds Wipe or dust in ae A flushing with running water with damp cloth Try not to hit Wh Petroleum surface with Snarp objects Jelly CAUTI ONS To store washer The Activator agitator Remove e Do not soak in porcelain Ask service technician to remove
28. ergent use warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener l Powdery residue from aae detergent may appear to be lint ae clathee ewiteh ta Land ca 546 vYLIVYVLULIY S JY Abwhd tV LiM Mu YY CLU Iw LUi RWEEL UL LOL warmer wash water See page 18 OVwaelanAing zreli an a Pe weshantk aradalar Aranana a e MA VWVULIVGULLIY WILI Caust dUIIdASIOLI WIU creates excessive lint Wasch fewer itame with carrert water leval LAS AW VY Aer EAES FV EWS WV Aww FYE Ew ws le P Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle Increase amount of detergent See page 18 Incorrect use of fabric softener If used in wash cycle softeners may react with detergent to create a white deposit Use softeners SA ema mena Awle samlan t M e EI E PAE E in rinse cycle only unless package specifies adding to wash cycle fa 1 Q A GUE IWY WEVE OWAL a aetna ing usually on polyester co otton biends is caused by normal sm m ao al amm mes 1 1 121 om 1 and PTX a sii Sa nis mlr in Aim seamen a e Pili wear and may ioox like iint Lurning clothes inside out may help Sta tatic electricity caused by overdrying will cause attraction Use fabric softener in rinse cycle These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because vou mav n ot awww maw SeS 54SWi WEEE BOLT AWS EW 1 7 4466448 Siwy av AALE aay notice them before washing clothes However if oily soils
29. etergent Use of soap in hard water Switch to a phosphate detergent or follow six steps described above s Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition Use shorter wash lt times for smaller loads e Detergent dissolves too slowly Detergent must be present in the wash solution atthe start of agitation See page 18 a 3 A restore grayed clothes follow one of these procedures g Put clothes in washer Fill with HOT water Check Manufacturers Care cee fee Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment o ee an e Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with moe ee aaa phosphate use 2 4 times as much as you need for normal water sz softening Do not use detergent or soap Allow clothes to go through complets cycle e Repeat if necessary 2 If you prefer to use the Soak Setting see page 6 Use the water softener in _ place of soak Tapai or pa dga and allow clothes to soak for about an a Use the Mini Basket tub See page 8 a detergent YELLOWED na x 2 i Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent CLOTHES aie S ARE lt Check hem of T shirt or pillow case If they are white and center is yellow it contains body oil Restore whiteness oe procedures on Grayed _ Clothes AA AONE 85 a ee ee PROBLEM E POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Chlorine b
30. etergent if t ese are available n pamat O go bet st aww ww wa e Usea a non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate Good washing practices el OP Ee yY m r ee ae ee ee mav delav Peer eeees ARAN y badai i BES SSAQHIT VF E Ew TL a 11 Ane amr 274 7h 74 TUS OU APS Ti cm ane 1tOu0Wing recom 1endations 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 water Or use carbonate removal If you wash in cooler water to save energy use more detergent to promote better washing Also be ret ete a a oo a oes aes Beene im sure to use bleach on bleachable fabrics Use hot water whenever e Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes e Increase amount of detergent See chart on page 7 for recom LIMESTONE technicaity cailed CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent 17 removers to help in removin g stubborn soils and stains Use greater care in sorting loads Wash very dirty loads separately and increase detergent to he Ip keep soiled items Wash delicate items separately to prevent damage from heavy sturdy clothes e Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action of washer Use
31. fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness in clothes How to partially restore clathac WAV ELSZALA inna pl Once clothes have dev deposits they m T ar wWiwawsg Saw restored by soaking i in a solution of two cups of vinegar in one gallon of hot tap water for 15 minutes 3 a USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER Then wash clothes in the washer ncing detergent baini we Gs te es Or Tart CAUTIONS e Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain e Vinegar soak solution m may a C c G a a ld a ja Ca W D 5 oO a ee a n an How much detergent should you use The use of a sufficient amount If the recommended amount of To use granular or powdered zo of detergent is one of the most detergent produces too many suds detergent in regular wash loads important things you can do to switch to a low sudsing detergent put detergent next to agitator after make sure your wash comes out brand and follow instructions on clothes have been loaded clean package If your detergent doesn t dissolve Amount required varies i well pre dissolve the detergent in according to hot water then pour directly into 1 Water hardness the wash basket 2 Amount of soil To use granular or powdered 3 Size of load detergent in the Mini Basket tub 4 Type of detergent put detergent in the bottom of Mini 5 Wash temperature Basket tu
32. i ER wa T ee S teei Your Washer How to get the best from Setting the controls for Use and Care of regular wash loads p4 model Bleach and Fabric WWA8354V Softener Dispensers p Using the Mini Basket tub p8 SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle for automatic stain removal p10 Sorting and loading pl4 Choosing Detergents p16 Questions Use the Problem Solver p23 Your Direct Line to General Electric The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Y9 I5 Yoenenar escric Contents Safety Instructions 3 4 How to wash regular loads 4 5 How to use bleach and fabric softener dispensers 6 Energy saving tips 7 How to use Mini Basket tub 8 SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle 10 Controls setting guide for different fabrics and loads 12 13 Good sorting means better Washing 26 50 fo oinera aa 14 It pays to check and pre treat outed way suesigad 14 Soaking wees dd How to load your washer 15 What is the best size load OF clothes srsasriseriensriss 15 Factors to consider in selection of detergents and soap 6 cee eee eee 16 The results of continued use of carbonate detergents 17 How much detergent or soap should you use 18 How to use detergent or soap 18 Hard water do you have it 19 Other laundry products 1 20 How to remove stains 21 22 The Problem Solver 23 28 User maintenance M n
33. leach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes frm a AA nn Pat ab annn Oana Fu nt tenants rare Dact tara anil wWarment Manufacturers Care color remover such as Rit or _ LE ETTAN 7 wa u ey p 5 Pe ha kaagi pamm lus a non precipitating water s softener dissolved in water before adding clothes Use non chlorine bleach E Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and manganese from water __ Use extra detergent to 3 Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines drain water heater occasionally 4 To remove spots wash in Mini Basket tub using SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle See page 10 Or spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through stain To remove overall yellow wash in Mini Racket hih noine SPOTSCRUBBER Furlo Gasp nage Wy Or i UYyCie WOO page 10 Vi mmercially available rust scale remover following t 5 L e g a gi m re Q ba C fa eQ Q e a d Teen ne w cr ES a i sl badada e in structions If porcelain damage can occur do not se in the washer use a plastic container Tar f an m ro BLUE OR GRAY Improper use of fabric softener Never pour fabric softener COT nR OTA InTC Aawanel am nlashan al EEEN Ail ET g m hafnanrna adAiagw trm menna PTET Fe Ae WEIN IN LLALL VLLEULLY UL VIULLIICS airway
34. m Borax brand Use with detergent or soap in precipitate which gives cloudy or milky appearance wash cycle to water SOAK AGENT Follow package directions PRE TREATING Follow package directions Treat CAUTION Washer control panels and finishes may be STAIN AND SPOT only heavily soiled areas Check damaged by some laundry pre treatment soil and stain REMOVERS garment s hang tag for instructions remover products if such products are sprayed on or have Such as direct contact with the washer Apply these pre treatment Spray n Wash products away from washer The fabric may then be washed and K2R brands normally Damage to your washer caused by pre treatment nroducts is not covered bv vour warranty a BW 2876 Ww ws wes J J gt s TINTS AND DYES Follow package directions Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load Go Powdered such as NOTE Tinted garments may not be through complete cycle 5 min wash using hot water Rit and Tintex brands color fast Wash separately 2 cup 120 ml detergent 1 cup 240 ml bleach Wipe exterior parts Caution Tinting may discolor plastic in washer Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration but may never eliminate it For more information on sanitizers send for Government Bulletin 57B Sanitation in Home Laundering Write to Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 Available at low cost ren to id See page 10 Getting
35. main in regular wash basket when using the tub and on the clothes after the Mini Basket tub the cycle 1s completed e You must use the Mini Basket tub When washing stockings panty with the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle hose and other easily tangled ae e Shake sand and or loose dirt items always handle separately To minimize tangling the use of a net laundry bag is recommended out of clothes before loading l1 Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads p Wash Spin Wash Water wer mee ar EP n 7 VEeSsnvvweaea FY VESEY A Load Speed Co nd Linens White Colorfast Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Normal or Light Soil Setting Bright Non colorfast Normal Warm or Cold Regular Cycle Normal or Light Soil Setting Work Clothes Heavy soil Normal Hot Regular Cycle Normal Soil Setting Spotscrubber Cycle Set at Start Average soil Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Normal Setting Permanent Press Treated Cottons Biends with Cottons wm TA aa aaa an Heavy or oily soil Normal ot ynthetics Cycle Perm Press Setting Spotscrubber Cycle Set at Start Average or light soil Normal Warm Synthetics Cycle Perm Press Setting Synthetics Polyester Nylon Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics Sturdy Normal Warm Synthetics Cycle Perm Press Setting Delicates Gentle Warm Synthetics Cycle Perm Press Setting Silks Wools Blends of Silk Gentle l Warm Synthetics Cycle Set at
36. nditioning labor the service trip to your home and service labor charges ED a m al F FF B fm m pn a Pawn te Read your Use and Care ma If you then have any questions about operating the product 7 please contact your dealer or our Jh ah ee eee te is an a a dh Consumer Affairs office at the Th e GE An nswe ar wi N 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation r If you have an installation problem zn wee sha SS Se SSS we Suerte contact your dealer or installer You are dee lla for providing om oo a Hela and cilities TERE wre YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER Save proof of originai purchase date such as your sales slip or canceilied check to establish warranty period This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainiand states Hawaii and Washington D C in Alaska the imeem wnt ha namana AYVAARN S that it ia Wal ranty iS ti IS Sdi liO CAGOPLU Ula Ilo LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s NANG cosis to your nome D p ided Ali warranty service wili be provid Ay nnr Fartnry Carvira ae ntare or wy VUI t OWwtivil y UFA Y EA Len wers wi by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages bain um La am 2 mam m
37. ontrols are set and cycle selector knob is pulled out to an ON position Make sure lid is closed Washer will not fill 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 WATER TEM WWEAE LJIN A LVS PE IS IN CORRECT e Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and regulated correctly e Make sure hoses are connected to correct ION faucets hot to hot cold to cold 7 ope e Water valve screens may be stopped up Remove inlet hoses from water valve Clean the screens and reinstall hoses e Check household water heater to make sure it is delivering water at 140 to 150 F continued next page r 27 The Problem Solver continued ke PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WATER WON T e Make sure drain hose is not kinked DRAIN e Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft above floor WATER LEAKS Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets e Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility WASHER e Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in IS NOISY place and front jam nuts tight See your Installation Instructions e A sharp distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission locks in This sound is normal Wh
38. oosened soil is likely to be redeposited on clothes Generally do not clean well in medium hard or hard water May combine with water hardness minerals to form eticky cnan curd i SULAHYy OVaGp vuiu a As a i wae Ca SA ad i e phosphate detergent you will most probably notice limestone deposits on your clothes and frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up If your water is VERY HARD w loads a week you may Ld see S meone build ups i in just a few months fabrics such as owen e Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy e 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 of permanent press fabrics Destroys effectivenes f flame A L aa rbh nomen i I COLUUILIS SUCII 5 as children s slecpweak al fah e Increases fabric wear because of e Mat like crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits Increased service calls because of limestone deposits in the e pump and other washer parts ih a Ee nn A eennf l 1 La at aire gi a coe gt NCUULCCYU USCLUI TLIC UL Wddillel PaF Ul Iaa Ma PEP Bare dee ee ES al _ ndia I 4 Recommended TICWIUUS WW reauce limestone Dulid t ps e Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid d
39. or AJLI Y Vw AUVs stheriice some may remain in the ub and on the clothes after the cycle is completed Se o E t SEE E E S ee E E EA y yY 3 Pull Cycle Sector knob to start washer Cycle will be completed automatically YVYIIAL il a on eee yee UUN UIC Mini Quick Cycle Wash 64 3 minutes SDM ies doe eos 1 minutes Rinse 1 minutes SDI aanak eea 2 minutes Total Time 13 minutes e Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle o Total time does not include water fill times Fill times vary depending on household water pressure enn aLa BAS t N 1 4 h Special instructions for use of the Mini Basket tub You must use the Mini Basket tub vyr a Y with the MINI QUICK cycie e When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately lo minimize tangling the use of a net SBSSSS444 444454 W VELLA ALASA ease Wirw Ws laundry bag is recommended WO pkg pins gn SET ok a te an de es Stains and heavy The SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle uses a high concentration of detergent in Step 1 Launder any stained washable fabric with the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle using the hottest water the fabric can stand and the recommended amount of detergent Step 2 If the stain remains and if the stained article is white or Li nbn tela Sepals te naana were als DICACNdDIO Wash I agall With Wie CPOTSCRITRRE
40. or filling Fill washer add detergent and agitate for several minutes to dissolve detergent Add two pillows at a time to balance load use 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 J te me a MN gt Fe 13 Good sorting means better washing Sort by surface texture Sort by soil Separate A Lightly ca So Soiled 99 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 Cu washed separately Sort by color Separate For more information on lint control see page 23 Separate For instructions on different fabrics and loads see pages 12 and 13 In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible 14 It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing e Empty pockets brush out cuffs Zip Zippers snap snaps hooks and buttons e Do any necessary mending rips hems tears Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain Remove stains Use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle that s designed to remove stains and stubborn soil automatically see page
41. refer to use a mild type detergent Do hand knit garments by hand or in Mini Basket tub see page 8 No bleach Fill washer add detergent allow to dissolve before adding blanket Do one blanket at a time Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent No bleach 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 White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Vacuum out loose dirt before washing White or colorfast liquid chlorine type If unusually soiled use Normal Gentle Wash Spin Speed White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time Shake before washing to remove excess dirt No bleach For new indigo blue jeans wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water fill Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases May discolor plastic washer parts Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations but will probably never eliminate it The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads No bleach Tumble on FLUFF No Heat e No bleach Pillows are made of different materials dacron fiber foam polyester natural feathers and ince 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
42. s Guute oeiore EUU LOU LILU WAWI Dilute softener before T your oie aie wer Dispenser _ ng improper dispensing reacting in stains Te remove stains wash in Mini Basket tub using SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle See page 10 Or dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid m se co oO S a out Sa gt fA b C 3 pa Q p E ae AR Ca co e 5 ja a S z qn E ie S oc n O iy m a BERANE O a as Sak ee Aa acrergent Ke wasn USUS chlori ine bleach if safe for fabri ic SHRINKAGE Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by GENERAL hand others may be safely washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions exactly If in q TN G Dalawatinn heini a nran nprnr in knit fahri that hava haan JARENA NIDAN i i ts 1 w l aa AL U ara mr Cad aA ed t me a EAVCIGAGALAUAE SAME unag Ga UYU ALI PALE LULA WIG vw ww KNITS improperly stretched and elongated by the manufacturer When wash and dry cycle Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics is gradually removed by laundering May be noticed in older garments washed many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat shaped When washing drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used to sha 1ape set
43. s care instructions should be followed very carefully For washer operation e Do not leave washer lid up during cycle This will stop the water fill 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 when using your appliance read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance Sorting and Loading Sort clothes carefully by fabric type weight color and amount of soil according to instructions on page 14 e Remove Filter Flo pan and Mini Basket tub The underside of the lid is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes 7 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 pages 8 through 11 Load clothes into the wash basket being careful not to overload Clothes should be below retaining ring See page 15 for more loading information o 0 Add detergent next to the agitator after clothes have been loaded See pages 16 through 19 for information on detergents and other laundry additives e Position Filter Flo pan on agitator 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 e See page 6 for information on how to use Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispensers For informa
44. sh it again with the Grease Oi SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle using warm water and bleach see page 13 plus the recommended e Chocolate amount of detergent Cream Ice Cream Milk e Most Common Food Stains e Grass Foliage If the stained article is white or bleachable use warm water and chlorine bleach Flowers see page 13 plus the recommended amount of detergent For other washable e Aged Blood fabrics use an oxygen bleach e Antiperspirants Deodorants e Coffee and Tea e Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Wine Food Coloring Vegetables Stains that need pretreatment Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics Rust Wash with hot water and 1 2 cup of citric or oxalic acid or apply Same as white and bleachable fabrics commercial rust remover using manufacturer s directions rinse and launder Adhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Use dull tool to Same as white and bleachable fabrics chewing gum carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible Sponge etc with a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder Ink Ballpoint Fresh stains Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and Same as white and bleachable fabrics sponge with dry cleaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply except launder using oxygen bleach undiluted liquid detergent Old stains bleach per Stain Removal Hint on page 21 Paint and Varnish Soften with oil lard or petroleum jelly then sponge with Same as white and ble
45. shrinkage eo Le a ee PER POR POR Hae O E Sea meee te ae oe Se pos Le eu amp a aa a 4 may occur inis Cannot ve corrected out it Can De prevented by waching in onnl ar warm water rvino an T aw ar Delicate at VWGOLEALIE I UVUVI UI WQII VYAWI UJ MIB VI AVY VI Bd itiwy siwar continued next page 25 ag UODO ITa T RS Tw ra The Problem Solver continued RINKLING IN Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang clothes PERMANENT immediately PRESS AND NO IRON Too many clothes in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine ITEMS 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 E detergent Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents If
46. stains out of items that are too big to be laundered in the Mini Basket tub is more difficult The Stain Removal Guide on the next ta trata of treating page suggests ways OF ireaung stains by hand Whether you use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle shortcut or apply stain he stain the g 7 DR So 0 pe a pai a O n jan zg Q P z easier it is to remove e Before attempting to remove any stain check the care label instructions that came with the garment e Some detergents are more effective in removing certain stains Ei A Tf tha nan others Li ti stain remains after y ou have tried the aww SPOTSCRUBBER stain removal shortcut try another brand If you elect to apply stain removal products pyi hand O og E o 5 t gt 5 T a t O do Ta tas a Nn o t only ical methods e Test stain removal product ona hidden inside seam or on a sample of the material Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing e 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 ea P Food or coo ing synthetic garmen hinh s which are virtually which you may ne ae as FV ZAASBWAA you aaa A a put your clothes i A 2 z wt O pat Cc 7 2 2 Oo
47. tion on bleaches and fabric softeners see page 20 e Close lid Washer will not fill agitate or spin with lid open Setting the Controls Use the Controls Setting Guide on pages 12 and 13 to help you make the proper selections Select Wash Spin Speed SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Regular yclea EXTRA RINSE Spotecrubber Cycle 2 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 Not used for regular loads See pages 8 through ll for instructions If you want to increase the water level after you ve made a selection turn knob to RESET and select new level Select Wash and Rinse Temperature Cold rinse will be automatically provided with use of Synthetics Cycles An extended cool down spray rinse and cold water deep rinse are provided to minimize setting of wrinkles Leave SPOTSCRUBBER control at left position gootscrubber SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle See pages 10 11 MINI BASKET ONLY ON 1 s x wy SP P oy ae Push Cycle Selector knob in and Pull Cycle Selector knob out turn clockwise to your selected to start the washer If you wish to wash setting change setting after washer has started push Cycle Selector knob am start in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time STOP
48. tub SS SS L lt DPN I _g WSs 6 Add fabric softener if desired Position the Fabric Softener Dispenser on the Filter Flo pan a m mn aat eas O amp 3 rg f ow jun T pat SH ge Cc N WG 3 ar O wm centrated coftener or 1 Wr WEECAZESZELWES WWE LEA Kd Wi aA tablespoon 15 ml of diluted softener into the dispenser 7 Add Bleach if desired Measure carefully and pour recommended amount of liquid cause fabric damage Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the Mini Basket tub AM Cy VEE t MERATE EINE ETN NRMP TIO My HEI ERE Aa a Sere ser Mwani i o If you prefer to use powdered bleach pour it into the Mini Basket tub along with your detergent Do not put powdered What happens during the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle bleach into the bleach dispenser N SPOTSCRUBBER EXTRA RINSE MINI BASKET ONLY 8 Close the washer lid and set SPOTSCRUBBER fo amp the controls as follows N l ON Select desired Wash Spin Speed Push Cycle Selector knob in and 4 Select desired Wash Rinse turn it to START setting in the Temperatures Proper wash water SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle temperature is important Refer to the Controls Setting Guide page 12 and Stain Removal Guide page 22 em start When agitation begins the VARIABLE WATER LEVEL SPOTSCRUBBER control moves EIRA TARGE counterclockwise for about half
49. you must use a non phosphate detergent avoid the use of high carbonate built detergent Bai ure to use fabric enftaner Droaner nce ull minimiges wrinblng a ali ure W UDU IQULIV OVINE SAUL UDU WHEL LHII WHILIKEILI To remove wrinkles 1 Retumble on Permanent Press setting g _ 2 Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting 3 If unsuccessful retumble on high heat for 10 12 minutes and hang ze immediately ae 4 Iron carefully 5 Send to Drycleaners for pressing lt 6 Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed byects left in pockets Check to make sure all such b in nap o gt Snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles Zippers Fasten hooks e Lia and WEAR i sa fy ne Holes with rando m LS 2024 28 22 eet a a a 1 na fa UUpPIYpEI Use of cniorine Rleach Dispenser Never add undilute f 5 nt icine Awe wa amp SSAA ASSL cd un b come into contact with undiluted bleach Do not wipe up bleach spills wi clothes D z n n Chemicals cuch as hair bleach dye permanent wave solutions bat WERWEASL WAL BFUE WES WEAF SSE84S SS Sw eww ee5 Oo ee ee w hw eo utions oe Wd 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 aora a Small unnoticed tears

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