GE WWA8344V User's Manual
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1. Agitator 26 Appliance Registration 2 Bleach Dispenser 8 Care of Washer 26 Controls Setting Guide 6 7 Cycle Settings 5 nnd Detergents and Other Additives 13 17 Filter Flo Pan 4 Hard Water 16 BULA VS naAning Mini Basket Tub 9 9 Mini Quick Cycle User Maintenance Instructions 26 y Back Cover Irmana Yai ranty CK Use and Care of model WWA84344V SS Help us heln vo Before e using your washer m na m A ieee read this DOOK careruny 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 SEPA AQ Bent Aw A Ffan trn onsiune FALIAIUS General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 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 ioe mae fae ore anlala operating problems that you can t Write down the model P A le FE nnn mm t he ee am and ser ial HUIMDErsS You ll find them on a labe on the lower left side near the front These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Danintentinn fined that nama unth2. en pce a eh SE ETE TT AE RN TA ERTS TEMES a i nak Oa a RC ca ee arema ar FARA TNO pert pa A A PROBLEM a eee etl E p GE Ngee te oe STE i aeaaea te oO e aE A E Se a ee prop amengan emgan aem eaen e n e ae e eA Y D nana erat a AAS E E em A appre me ai samamanis Hint gab A E aaee m een td ree DELATE ainaani D AA Areaan ental inai a a POSSIBLE CAUSE AND DRE MEDY m Yaar fF airar Tatar vant Wan may nsari na ine raaes arfi oft SS 725 eT d sfl pa ig W AUOULRICICI UCHR ERTL IOU LEERY OCCO O PPIs ARLALIZIE APE SINEN Be EAE UGUA i IASA be larger than nor ee if soils a T oh or heavier than average if water level 1s large or if water is Hard to Water not hot en o at the washer at 140 150 F Do not wash when other hot water needs such as dishwashing or family baths are heavy ugh for type of load Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water eae 5 ee oe a Poor or inferior detergent Change to phosphate detergent if possible Follow these steps 1 Use water conditioner such as Calgon brand 2 Pre treat stains 4 Use bleach where possible 5 Use pre soak aids 6 Install water softener e Washer averlnaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil car sing ASL U wk RUA RWHAU UALWLD WAAR ERASE AZALI TW IL wwa y BAF KAINIS SAAR DELIN E AWARENESS Arang WES ES tja gray appearance Follow correct loading procedures for size of load PS Fenn ea termen
3. cs B Tan many clothes in wacher Permanent Pres SMU BRAGHARY WiU gt REA YRCRIERW Es R WE ABAGELAWSARY A Ah ss Wash cycle whic was 6 VGA I 4 he Aw BB t t WAS rinse to minimize wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle 7 e 5 5 E o To remove wrinkles 1 Retumble on Permanent Press setting 2 Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting 3 If unsuccessful retumble on high heat for 10 12 minutes and hang immediately 4 Iron carefully 5 Send to dry cleaners for pressing 6 Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed PR AASAR I ARS e Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets Check to make sure ail such objects my ge he Ge tran be 603 be are removed Also check wash tub e Snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles zippers Fasten hooks zippers and buttons Remove e sharp buttons and belt buckles T his is especially important in were Tn pipe Pen stan ur Irea Least to side Path ta ska py Be Moarre Fafrx hit ity m Wasining KIL wihicn slid easily i in Knits ir nsice Out e on with random square rae with yellow discoloration m may be caused by on ae ae ae ae ot emt 1 12 4 2 t MER So EEEE hea CE Y Aas an ed NS gn ee oe Chemicais such as hair oleacn aye permanent wave SOULIONS Dallery aCias ang gmc tne Tk wrt nrlannarsa SWE MIF ODN Ea P Lalan Dinon all travala and nthar artinlaoc thot OLGI VOW CICAHCIS Hay Caut IGULIL LUIS INU G
4. Stain removal guide Gy Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Pee See Control Setting Guide Bleach on Page 6 Other Washable Fabrics EES e NN dhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Use dull tool to Same as white and bleachable fabrics aS Chewing Gum etc carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder aa OE eA RAED tema lal NOE RAE EEE FRAT El TTD TE NEE OTT LCS SAIL Ral NTS Anti perspirants Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics Deodorants according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page If color has except use non chlorine bleach changed you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia Rinsethoroughly vrare Blood Soak in cold water then launder in warm water If stain remains Sponge or soak in cool water then launder bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Chocolate Cream Soak in cold water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid Soak in cold water Sponge with a safe dry e Ice Cream and Milk Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder dry Bleach according cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry detergent Launder in warm water Sponge with warm water If stain remains _ Coffee and Tea Without cream Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite
5. washer Subseguent washings will reduce discoloration but may never eliminate it es EAE NET ne a Ee EA pet en nergy pm are Ae nnn narrate nnn ena anatase nse pe PTT ARETE ON A AS ECO RE IT SC TCC Eee more Mmormeaton op sunitizers cond for er rove rhine nt Rutto n 57B Q anifation in Home L a aundering available from the Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 Lims SdeeegSEERSD Dace ete STAT ct Se TEE eas gee re tere A be eg ae te EHT oe ee Eee Se eae powers prtsaanah wa oe ty anata A OS SS ES TTS How to remove stains Try t to remove stain iia 1 S possible The fresher the stain he easier it is to remove 2 Before attempting to remove any stain take these steps e Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the next page and use only recommended methods m Wi nd ntn wm mnsa mrn i mri nt ean o s Test stain removai product on a hidden inside seam or on a sample of the material e 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 r STRSTR ANE a A er daanin one Dens ean Et EE OE eb ree PETE TT end matt SMR A RENE TT AE TS ea m t Per A ch A Dae ari ae A a 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 Wwater appr oximatel y 80
6. Average soil Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycle Cycle 14 mim 14 minutes Permanent Press Treated Cottons Blends with Cottons Normal Hot Perm Press Cycle 8 minutes Heavy or oily soil Average or light sail Perm Press Cycle 5 to 8 minutes Normal Warm S y mnthetics Pol lyester D N ylon Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics l l Sturdy Normal Polyester Knits Cycle Set at Start Wash Polyester Knits Cycle Set at Start Wash Delicates Gentle Silks Wools Blends of Silk Gentle k EF Rayon and Acetate washin S ecomnended ue enza mremen DANENA 10 to 17 minittec danending WU 47 GUI USpPoag e o on amount of soil Baby Ciotnes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveralls Baby Clothes Delicate l Gentle prr myn Line INUIILK l ILUL wm eee bm we gt E ES Yat 1 2 Fo al at pk Dn Diankei5S oy nineuc BICCIIC C 3 f m wr an D r pa p an j gt r pan Pare mL ahi Slipcovers Draper is and Rugs Denims especially Indigo Blue Jeans and other fabrics that bleed 14 minutes Regular Cycle Polyester Knits Cycle Set at Start Wash Gentle Warm Rubber coated Items Laminated Fabrics Vinyl Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim i aa le lg aa an x ts Tt oh Jat Ld a ne MERE ete a aaa Bl Be T
7. INESIOU Avil Card CLI Vad Wit your washer Before sending i in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your washer bese a ee el To obtain Hispanic version of this book call IEN The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Toll free espanol de ste manual llame gi atis a The GE Answer Center M amp AS WFAA A BBS ew WALSH gt J servicio de informacion para el consumidor telefono 800 626 2000 Para obtener la version en All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission January 1984 2 SSS anaes to v aoa te I AIP EEA SEXES irene arom Teer ees eee ose Be a Reps jeepers tees ain eee ee as z Ser SE e EE ENE Seeds X b Tquids ih inthe vicinity of n 4 this ela meas othe accel 3 a Erari tsa SS at visia FAE RTA EID EEUALO EELS MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Pag alin shack F lire cy e1eciri ic SaOCe GE i persons when using vour apoliance I IURI VI BAYER GAT ore SE E follow hasic precautions including the following ath amp e Use this anpliance only for it iis intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book e This washer must be opah installed and located in accordance wi
8. 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 9 Non chlorine type 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 i esa ANO ee eee On electric blanket sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage Do onc blanket at a time Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent No bleach White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Vacuum out loose dirt before washing White or colorfast liquid chlorine type If unusually soiled use Normal 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 smaii loads wi
9. ee you will probably re wash nal that maaneo wai ingota ana TLIGQL LAAN EEG Jyvu AL VWaolwv thaw LIIGIL energy Remember to sort your clothes carefully and load them properly select correct cycles use enough detergent and choose a LAFAR PORAD OAF UON PN annuah t FYVLET i ECTP CEULI YVEES FEE CIEELIIA XIL io release and get rid of soil on ana tn IEN Aa e Use Hot Wash ip to 150 ori 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 an wee nenn an rn an e bia aTe on your washer temperatures approximately 90 to 110 F or r wr AADA DY rwa hand comfortable If you notice that soil has accumulated after several COPSErUlVE wasinpa use eit bebe must wash smaiier foads the amount of water Small should have lower water levels A An YO awer w aw P a yery QT 2 7 JRLALALA ANF RARE ab than the small water level tub on this washer You will a save on detergent and energy POSETI ena ifene hin ea s Ee Semperi ipe sa theta 19 En mgee peen aa REET ETE pema PT AAAI EE r ee a eee low to sort the clothes Sort by surface texture a Lint Producers le E Collectors J LINT PRODUCERS Such as terry toweling and chenille give up lint LINT COLLECTORS such as man m
10. spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon jnice through stain To remove overall yellow use a commercially available aS we a er A 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 nour fabric softener directly on clothes O R STAINS always dilute before adding to rinse water Dilute softener before filling your Fabric Softener Dispenser See page 8 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 if safe for fabric SHRINKAGE Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand others may be safely GENERAL washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions ao exactly If in doubt do not machine wash or dry SHRINKAGE Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched 4 KNITS and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garment may be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle e Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics is gradually removed by laundering May be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without prev
11. watar for two weeks or more or FEGEWE AWA WT WW Se ey move into a residence in which the hot water system may not have been used for some time turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water r system This Will allow any hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas 5 s flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process e s Close supervision i necessary if this appliance s used by or near children Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded _ appliance Dispose of discarded msln Pa appliances anu shipping or mankind matariale nraneriv ees PAE Ree ee lt Before discarding a washer or removing from service remove py the washer lid ee Keepall laundry did i asooo y detergents bleaches fabric softeners oe etc Jout of the reach of children sma one preferably inalockedc cabinet Observe E ee ali warnings on container labels too aa m amn a ma an T hodie 2 avoid personal inj i X ne Keept the ar a around anid lhadbanmnnc arnunda UART washar fe 4 pei aaa Pre re ea a a ao w underneath your appli nc s free ofcombustible P lt Hom tne eaccumulationo UL VUMIVUDLUU lt matariale euch ac lint naner TAGS LIAL AG Duwa U AAAEE SG far aaa TRS Da chemicals etc al th fi e Keep t
12. Ene BES Sh eet ae 3 yon ngerctang ina aa F Set RA Sites sk a EEEN aes sr SQA OR amp RSELER dinean fiamat a gi Bay a et aa aa A TERN SITE aaa aaa TS PPE TSA WARNING To reduce the risk of i or intury to 7 En aja YY structions before usine this appliance Wart w an Se m Se ey Tor minimize ethe possibility ofinjury Pre Do not mix chiorinei bieach with ammonia or acids s ch as vinegar a and or rust remover Mixing can G produce a toxic g gas ce may ja a zc cause death a ey 3 7 i De not washa or vdry articles that have been cleaned i in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustibleor explosive substances a suchas gasoline degreasers a dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may give off vapors mrn ne that could ignite un r explode Z o ai ET Do not add these substances to the i wash water and do not use these DULLED CRANFEREEUE F UTAR Vresvanwe and for drver during operation a IIND sHY DROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas can eS SSS e accumulate i 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 wee ee Ee 2 To CAN BE EXPLOSIV E UNDER THESE CIRCUMST LAN CES So to 2 eo ae E h ER we nes AE ET nf Anmann prevent tie PUSMIVUILY UA Uda RY or injury if you have not used hot
13. F 27 C in a sink or pan Soak LAA CH WEEE BTS P Te tied area for 5 minutes and launder in washer The Case of the Invisible Stain Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments may cause stains which are e virtually invisible and anh x mart nat natina ac uA nay LIULL HULI aa yvu pa J 6 fo whi put your pte into the washer Tf thaca ctaine are not completely AL LLEW S Stains ELL w aae w anag Ar ern J 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 A he th caused by the wash cycle itself Once these spots become visible how can you remove them Rub in undiluted liquid detergent Tas n ne ri 2 marnntan and ICL SUALIU OV LELLLILULe D e Re wash using hottest water the fahrin nan otan ilapi iw WAGE stand How can you prevent these cc Pa X7 89 4 2 A fier You Wash stains e Increase the amount of detergent m mm o sarn normally used s Increase water temperature where Calisia rv sa narenn a t 1aDric W ill pHi e Wash synthetic garments more BEL aei See next page for pang Stain Removal Guide For more complete information on aam amm m u ir stain removal request Government bulletin Removing Stains From Fabrics 054D To obtain a copy write to Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 Availabie at low cost
14. clothes to soak for about 20 minutes 3 Use the Mini Bask t tub See page 9 Increase detergent hem of T shirt or pillow sates If they are white and center 1s yellow it Co oil Restore et i eee mI Beal i cravwsraen sce eae rao A errrrauct c6 finnar M1rAthac o Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent Check ntai Kestore whiteness following proceaures On Urayed Ciotnes page 1 continued next page gt A Qo AA Sere Perg a The Problem Solver continued ptr Heatran La ALB TERA nanan Ne m ere 8 eee ne Ne a re ee eee ne IC bed fh ene Yo tee aout PROBLEM __ POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REME DY YELLOWED e Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such CLOTHES as Clorox 2 brand Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions Restore color continued using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands follow package directions e Tron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots 1 Use extra detergent plus a non precipitating water softener dissolved in water betore 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 A Tm 4 4 To remove spots
15. page Launder With cream Follow guide directions for apply warm glycerine let stand 30 minutes cream and rinse well or sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Launder Cosmetics Eye Shadow Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Oo Lipstick Mascara Liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Then launder in warm detergent water ney eam cara or Pancake Makeup Rouge Hint on opposite page Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to Stain Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Removal Hint on opposite page launder ine Vegetables or Food Coloring 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 Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If cither type stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Grass Foliage Flowers Mildew Scorch Same as white and bleachable fabrics except launder using non chlorine bleach Fresh stains Place stain face down on an absorbent t
16. A PAA RE START SOAK eq SPIN Seana ecumcan ae en REGULAR CYCLES eee c 9 s e SOAK setting temperatur automatically be cold e If a hot soak is desired set the WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE switch to HOT WARM and turn the Cycle Selector Knob to 17 min in the Regular Cycle Start the washer After washer filis and b gins to agitate push in the Cycle Selector Knob and turn to START 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 ta nt tha wnohar Os Wank Selector AMO tO stop tie Wasner keen lid closed a and allow to soak AWW eee ee for as long as desired After desired soak period pull out the Cycle Selector Knob to complete the cycle e Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser or the Mini Basket tub with the Soak Setting ee aS NE nn LL MT I A TEM TERE TEER Gf RMIT ESL RITETE The Mini Basket tub designed _ for small loads of regular fabrics or delicate hand washables can be used with any cycle except the SOAK setting Typical Mini Basket tub srania Ena sic WADE RUGU e Small loads of regular fabrics up to 242 pounds Delicate loads such as lingerie panty H hose girdles blouses sweaters socks shirts baby clothes and other small delicate hand wa
17. ARIABLE WATER LEVEL AUTOMATIC EXTRA RINSE START WASH SPIN WASH amp SPIN Hi i EXTRA LARGE ENEE Daa Der eu ee ue eo HNO ym YES EXTRA RINSE START WASH WASH TT START SOAK EMPERATURE oan RINSE i TEMPERA meow amp aaa S AM Say de NS j SIN ae 5 ee NXS 7 WW F nw cue F SMALL 3 10 Fl MINI QUICK REGULAR CYCLES WASH mouer LE PULL KNOB TO STARY PUSH TO STOP T i HEAVY DUTY LARGE CAPACITY 2 SPEED 4 ENERGY SAVING SELECTIONS Sorting and Loading Position Filter Flo pan on 9 Select Water Levei l agitator and add measured amount e Sort clothes carefully by fabric i detergent See pages 13 through SMALL Washer is less than 1 3 type weight color and amount of 17 for information ond detergents ae ae soil ee to instructions on and other laundry additives MEDIUM Between 1 3 and 1 2 full pope NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo LARGE Between i 2 and 2 3 fuli T ae eee pan as a wash basket Do not put EXTRA LARGE Over 2 3 full a D LH UNUC SIUC had i i ae any items to be washed in the of the lid is a good place to put the aa AA pan MINI BASKET See instructions pan while loading or unloading i SN on page 9 x mee page z Da TA i If you wish to increase level after OS D CACT ANE T PRI you ve made a selection turn knob Softener Dispensers For T amp D BART and oala laval 3 RAG ol to RESLi anG seiect new ievei information on bleaches and fabric PEN softeners see page 17
18. ING AGEN iD SEE PAGE 17 Pre treat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent orapas ste made of water and powdered detergent or soap For best results wait 1 2 hour before washing J Jaunan bin nen clothes ana Grup ien loosely in the wash basket in this order Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the agitator Medium Size Items like towels Jere is a typical full load ea as Sheets Long Sleeve Shirts 3 Boxer oe ts 6 Standard Pillow Cases 5 T shirts 4 Pair Trousers 6 Handkerchiefs eee ste ESET ees ea ern ete PEE ET This illustration with clothes just reaching the Clothes Retaining Ring shows a proper load Clothes have ample room to move because they are not packed down nor wrapped around the agitator Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are apt to pack down which encourages overloading This size load requires a full water fill What is the best size load of clothes large medium or small Save time energy and 4 nme Oe 4h arts detergent by avoiding extra use of the washer Try to wash a full load of clothes If you can it is better to save clothes until you have a full load If you must wash smaller loads save water energy and detergent by adjusting the water leyo far the oyo of the load See Wek ENFE LIIW ada WE Sew RN he Special recommendations for washing permanent press if you do not have a dryer it yo
19. PPA IAD ED Wh i IW be GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if itis used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially Damage to product caused weer GAEDE aw i 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 ts which vary from state to state aes VETTE VAAI Warrantor Generali Electric Company
20. ST TO STITT SS Re oR Oaa aanerer eeaeee Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Labels Vor more information on care labeling send for What s New About CARE LABELS ream aur For sale by the Superintendent of Documents U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 MANY Special i sa ATRL ERE T AN NE EE te oA pen eee bi TAS i a AE TE ST Bieach nstructions eee erent cemented bratia DA a oraes AAE EA O PAAA raent recommended on Liquid chlorine type Non chlorine type If colorfast is unusually soiled use hot waier page 15 raana n a tt LER ACC TCC CC White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 Non colorfast non chlorine type Small loads reduce wrinkling Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Non colorfast non chlorine type a LE ON ECT A CITC AAC LR CTD If unusually soiled use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15 Small loads reduce wrinkling White or colorfast liquid chlorine type Non colorfast non chlorine type Wash oniy if recommended by the garment manuiacturer ollow instructions carefully No bleach Seldom needed If needed use only non chlorine type No bleach Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment s warmth Wash separately
21. a ge annl unth inouffiniant datarcant TTonalis a RN minnsta Ma 1c auitticrent ee ditipiropel HUCGIAIIRE UA JUD UL EIRCHL UCLU BUIL USUALLY A JUTE GUAD 10 tbat inawail A when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments you may need to use e Use of soap in hard water Switch to a phosphate detergent or follow six steps F ASA AILLE NA VV ULULI WF YY REWER EV U aui aa MEWEWE jawain g WE AJARAN pa a tad described above a Ulanhinea tanan lane max root in ineprancad omil dannectian TTea enarter wae times Or YY ASIillig WIU LULL ili TUSULE LLE HICICADSCU DULU UCUUSDILILIULIL UO OLIVI ivi YYOL LLLILIWO LUA smaller loads om E 4 a ra paN anne eee a eee AE TON wk we eh ene eh bere aman nmnet em than suImOh onletan at tha Derergzent GissOives tOO SIOWLY DGL gent must be present in tne WaS8it SOLUTION at wie etart nf agitatinn Gee nace 14 SIGILL UL GeitauUil GOON page if e To restore grayed clothes follow one of these procedures 1 Put clothes in washer Fill with HOT water Check Manufacturers Care Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment e Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate use 2 4 times as much as you need for normal water softening e Do not use detergent or soap Allow clothes to go through complete cycle Repeat if necessary 2 If you prefer to use the Soak Setting see page 8 Use the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow
22. acturers care labels u 19 OO E CE E T E E e aae a E a A G E PE a o e E a Ane T a aaa aa a E D A E E nea Tt eae 2 PRE AE SSE Tannen Beng Dt ised Zor SE tle Eaa wa EE oa Eea to Meee ia EE a e a A ace OP Taare vert ie te ee ee a Gt fe a FER keg TB ah TA ig pan eng nape ues Str eeen gh Pihikan prar TA lt mx wh LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED GARMENTS me soe gt eT a A m s Uest n Use This Problem Solver POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY et f amp ee emtia mh pamaraan mA A Y EAEE raa n ae A A PAER ramme emr e 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 e 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 onftanar E ONJA UKAWA e Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint Predissolve granular etergent in hot water before adding to washer make sure detergent is completely Aa mn We teed pL AMR LENIG YY water dissolved before adding clothes switch to liqu
23. ade fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and ue aitract linit These must b ue washed separately Sort by color For more information on Separate control see page 20 Separate 24AN a Cottons amp B Linens Perm A Cottons amp T Dilan rin WICI HAIS J ee ee amp 25 Poly Knits P pr Z 2 SA a Delicates F in addition to sorting to reduce lint ELAR E fre FATE RD R T E FARIA FLN EO DIFFE TRENT FABRICS AND LOADS SEE PAGES 6 and 7 collection itis recommended that fabrics of f similar construction be washed together whenever possible Sort by fabric 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 w Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain Remove stains For STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE SEE PAGE Turn Poly Knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage 19 Soaking and Pre treating a good way to loosen deep s and stains iis A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is another way t to remove heavy sails 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 3 in your washer see page 8 FOR INFORMATION ON Ora ERATA CATT SOAR
24. ae geeen meri net fe hint RL NMRA OE TAP 2m OO SNES HERE TS a eT et ee SRE TEE memesan Whe TEE I IN te On le Mh TE x oa Dy EEN a e pe ucsk De le ai a e a a a a Se bg TE ee Oy a BE aE Pe ai vs ot 2 r Sg n ATU a i O LE de a Pe ee E Eae DA ACFE fe EEE agree eed Care and Cleaning wwe Vewuwen Y E t Y Oe USER MAINTENANCE PRICTHIESE Tf YUNA TE IRNS 4 EUR 8 AUAN The tub The porcelain is self cleaning Leave lid Opel a after washing J tn allow moi Sture 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 eee eee Lae ircezing Lubricate D T Ai grease PUN Petroleum Daner A wel ay i The Activator agitator Remove at ramilar intervals ahonut Ato 6 CiL Ivi LALLE VELLE as months and remove any lint that may have accumulated No tools are needed simply grasp agitator with both hands and puii straight nn ohornli T i up sharply The slotted section at the ton of the metal shaft has a light coating of lubricant to prevent parts sticking together I
25. al conditions but for best fh a the sett ce aan Sh CHAS natni results put it next to the agitato Amount required varies after the clothes have been akd anrnrris paer ra y ry accoraing to If your detergent doesn t dissolve 1 Water hardness well predissolve the detergent in 2 Amount of soil hot water then pour directly into the wash basket 4 Type of detergent 5 Wash temperature Use more detergent if you have 1 Hard water 2 Large loads eres 2 fleaaney nr aily entie ee J UWivasy UI VILY JVoo 4 Lower wash temperature a common cause of laundry 5 Low phosphate detergent problems Always measure ee detergent in a standard o E ooo Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load Water Extra f Mini detergent for your load and water Hardness Large Large Medium Small Basket hardness as shown in guide VED Y ERY D m Nit H T Are HARD 2 cups 1 cups 14 cups 114 cups y cup 2 Other detergent types Low High Sudsing 10 20 Gr and normal suds powders liquids eae non pbhosphate powders ollow Powder Type Mei Gr 13 cups A cups 114 cups 34 cup 14 cup ROD PROSVMA PUWULES IULI w l recommendations on package 3 For hard water treatment see page 16 Low Sudsing Concentrated Grains zu A cuj Powder Type oe Grins oe met a nd den ETNIES Po I Te tir ELL TERT ET OT ae a tan ag eee te E eer a kar a eee S Before yo
26. ash Snin speed for delicate articles Use Gentle Wash Spin speed Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care 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 a Tan larga lnade ar tan little water T nad washer only with nn mber f items that will AW REAL fog SWANS Wh BUA KALULE VV EEL Sa eST VV AIR ATAA wana CY AAA BM mm ae oe Danm Wem V Wee move freely Select correct water level HEAVILY SOILED ADGA CS such nea amp Deatean FAEDO DUVE ap F IWLEV GEL IUI OPERATE Make sure controls are set and a selector knob is pulled out to ON position e Make sure lid is closed Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open e Check house fuses or circuit breakers If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet remove it Washer should have separate outlet WASHER WON T AFT sy he m a a WAILEI IWIdMKS SULC U THRADERATIIRE nranerly eet A RHAVAR BARRE RR KA RDS prvi kF amp e IS INCORRECI i E ee ae IEAS TEA Make sure hot and coid TauUcets are turmca On and regulated correctly e Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets hot to hot cold to coid 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 w
27. ater at 140 to 150 F ee ee ee RARE TE RO Re nee ae ree PEE at ect ATR TT me sisi RS Snes ESS ASAT ae ect tet eer eee Te WATER WON T DRAIN resi secured to drain facility rubber Pica n nlace anc rad 1 RELIEF ANJIR pe RAD AL pa 7 4 St at ate Stel so MIN Bee LK we Lan anal Af a nemana wand na tha mntar eA sharp distinctive SOURG Will D heard at the end of each Spin PCTIOG a5 Wie MOOL stops and the spin brake inside the transmission locks in This sound is normal L we La Pag i Aa asia a ea Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the Was and mau cause it ta mava fram ite oriamal nos ases isually occurs CHARNE 1K Ww ENF BRASS T BAWASAR RULI origma abana erated RE On ee I ae A mewn nee oer usuia when washing a single heavy item or a small load when water level is a higher than o necessary i 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 PAUSES e Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash and spin or IN CYCLE between spin and rinse l OOO heip cail toli free e lA CUUU AU 2UUY consumer information service 25 a tee aetna ete ane cate Re TARA ALLE ARIAT WOT ARR an pa aa BEASTIE TEETH Pe een ast AM ap e m
28. ce Explain why you are not pieased 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 stili not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive i Chicago Illinois 60606 Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period earner eter een areata meen eeer rte ernment ea Aa in your home to repair or any part of the washer that fail a 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 faiis because erm Aafant Vert mms of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home wr es and service labor charges Or if you desire we will provide a Bim Baw nam om en oh IAs nen me od completely reconditioned transmission You pay for the eae Ss Sew eos ee aoe M shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and Le m 2s m La m oe am service labor charges Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the pr
29. e Selector Knob in and turn clockwise to your selected Provide longer wash time for most E Pull Cycle Selector Knob out in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be Age Er nee MINI QUICK CYCLE changed at any time AN Cx eee COCE Owa Spray eae For small lightly soiled loads you is provided to minimize the setting need i na hur U se with MINI of wrinkies TY g WASH PERM PRESS S coo pown CYCLES A Pa RINSE ANE SOAK SETTING What Hannens in Each Setting Approximate Minutes Use with most soaking aids tc to Selector Settings REGULAR CYCLES __ TURN THE PAGE Total 221036 35t049 elioas 25 1 for Controls Setting a When Extra Rinse control is turned to YES NOTES e Total time includes pauses between cach phase of cycle Total time does not include water fill time Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your se lected water level Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads A PN SE EIS Wash Spin Wash Water Speed _Temperature Cycle Cycie Setting Cottons and Linens White Colorfast l Normal Hot or Warm R Regular Cycle 10 minutes a Bright Non colorfast Normai Warm or Coid Regular Cycie Cycie iO minutes es Work Clothes Heavy soil Normal Hot Regular Cycle 10 minutes for small loads 17 minutes for all other loads E
30. e in the detergent e 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 a a Oe a zrzap e Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness in clothes a wa 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 e Do not use vinegar soak action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain e Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics a ee e e e Vinegar soak may damage solution in washer The acidic The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to weir nm eee ae ee make sure your wash comes out If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds switch to a low ee detergent How to use detergent granular or powdered Place detergent in the filter pan for norm
31. f this area appears to be dry apply a light coat wee ee on ewe Fen inlis NPr Of BICaAse UL PCLLULCULL JULLY abuUuLU the clotted section of the shaft LERA JEV ELW LUE Wer Wehr aA WAR WKS ewe before replacing the agitator Do not overgrease Excess grease may get into clothes load When replacing the agitator carefully lower straight down onto the shaft so that it fits into the slots Then apply downward pressure until agitator snaps into its normal position er ee TES Sea ate Carretera ora a G TS as te iter EM A NS em da G i A O 4 re Bat q Heer Ca eset wl awe ret 4 E deposits from clogged Filter Flo pan Soak filter pan in a preheated as i on 73 160 F 71 C solution oi naii wineaar and half water for 15 Y ASE hakka FRARWUS samar Terre e ane minutes Then brush each side of pan with a stiff bristle brush while Parere ere e flushing with running water mmm CAUTIONS Do not soak in porcelain container Vinegar can damage porcelain e Do not exceed 180 F 82 C or filter pan may warp Se et TTT ER eh IE wre aires ee ee PR o ELY un Pel Ail To obtain service see your warranty on the back page of this book lt 7 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 applian
32. he floor around your appliances c clean and dry to reduce ce the possibility of slipping o 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 e Do not tamper with controls Do not operate this appliance if itis damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug e Never climb on or stand on the washer top Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use continued next T i anit Sa fety Instructions Jana e The laundry process can reduce For ss aporailon the flame retardancy of fabrics To Do not leave washer lid up avoid such a result the garment during cycle This will stop the manufacturer s care instructions gt wash and spin action and prevent should b be followed very car actully Se completion of the cycle wachan How ate Jon clothes y WaASLHEK WASHER WITH MINI WASH GENTLE POLYESTER POLVESTERKNITS SPiN sFin Ee je Pan PERM PRESS PRESS AN CYCLE ge weal ed cooroown CYCLES 7 f Mop RINSE ma V
33. id or cold water detergent or use warmer oF 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 ttohold li ension during wash cycle Increase amount of a ALT ere Aa favre SEN ot CHUUXH acter geint tU IIU detergent See page 15 P ESE ESE o Eels ak i e Incorrect use of fabric softener Ifused 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 8 e Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may help e 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 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 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
34. il WUU WVS QM VEIN ALENT Lae came in contact with these chemicals before putting the in wash Do not contaminate ELEL F SE LA hil tuf ASBAARLZA WHEAT M WAALS w i ah or waa AAD BA wei a clothing articles with these chemicals ey EN EE oo Se pea den ee ee ere ee E men feror Alesse ermahene a tb oe Tay TATA Ph anle cnarmanta ha fs San URPOLUCCU WEAS May VIHA EE QUILTS WdaolIis PIOLCSS UCHOUR BGI INO UY waehing ane mene all rine and teare ikiiki FHKE ait Rees ELARRE LULI Io 23 UES STE epp sae eee at siida R A TAE ea pantan a ta a3 E f The Probiem Solver continued i Sth SL TET FT aes Wy SYA Se ARTs Ha EnA ATID D T o PROBLEI POSSIDLE CAUSE AND RAUIVEILY SNAGS HOLES e As Permanent Press garments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This is TEARS RIPS normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused by har achima omall Dasmanantr Brace Inada with a A PVR GOSE f eemrntan Wa nne nimus thrin mar nnac LAEN EUAN LODE V ia washer 10u Can StOW is PRUE Uy VYADRARAIRS CO EACAEE E A IIEGKAR IAL K WOA ULG VY KLEA WEAR Large Water Level Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press Remove collar stays when possible continued l e Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears Check agitator and file rough spots if necessary e May be caused by use of Normal W
35. ious shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above e 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 shape set shrinkage may occur This cannot be corrected but it can be prevented by nT aw or Delica te haat wt REWEELYY LAL OEL woachin Ar warm atar druing WasSinng in Coc Wk VVCALILE Waic 9 ML Y LUE on LuV YY ee Were pr stipe nes eer f o i ene aang TET TRE re ene inline IE SESE peert a EER Ri SET nen Crees ore paee eguie ea SER EET FETT co is i a phi Woes eee See E S WS We ee ee r paee rerai in Pa N E ETET ae mee TET ar Tae ae aama Dlg eat AE ets Ca ee PROBLEM 1s SNEDE CAUSE AND REMEDY WRINKLING IN Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang clothes immediately PE lA NENT PRESS Too many clothes in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads AND NO IRON 7 A y ai EETA rset m Temmanmnne anria Awcmerl PETEA anaes haner E amn a aar E Pranon tarri cnnh QL aunari 23 Da 9 bt MYA UPA Watts AVUIL GUIR LLE 4 Meg Jy E SR ALEGGUGAIL E boo RAW EAD OMS CA FV ASE BS clothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses Do not wash arene ne see er sae peerage neg RACE PPR tne Acer EET a TAE aeee paeta ahi IAT SETI ere nace REITER aeee ea a fasta T Oona ee on e i mS R aie
36. iquid a If you prefer t to use EEr bleach pour it into the Filter Flo pan or wash basket along with your detergent Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser Measure bleach carefully Here are some T On Aee amounts saa EE YA b a LARGE WATER L 310 ml liquid SMALL WATER LEVEL 2 3 cup WTA ml lhanid a iw Alaa iyus MINI BASKET tub 1 4 cup N D S Ta r 2 A cr Do not overfill or allow dispenser 00 verflow Avoid splashing o Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wach hasket ar Mini ARATUF HOAs A a r Basket tub Tne Seay C UN aek bi Fabric Softener ee T a ah PR E AD NR O A a eT a Dispenser e Pour manufacturer s recommended amount of T fabric softener into a standard measuring cup e Add enough water to fill the cup 1 2 full e Pour the diluted softener into the A UO PeioUl e The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed at the proper time e Do not stop the washer during the first spin This will cause the Aic rtnamntu tan aqgispenser ty Viliply WV 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 e Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Soak Setting or the Mini Quick Cycle GO How to Use the Soak setting o cl ore EXTRA RINSE
37. luted softener into Fabric Softener Dispenser c on Filter Flo pan See en AA imotrnctio page 8 for dispense instructions ic Softener Dispenser with the MINI QUICK cycle The cycle is too short for proper dispensing of the softener Ws are al Tl mo er RA mS e Do not use the Fabri e 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 Lu SVR EYEE rT a enm LARGE 8 Close lid and set controls as follows VARIABLE WATER LEVEL EXTRA LARGE p mb tay RESET y MEDIUM i fa p BASKET NL A 9 SMALL Set Water Level to MINI BASKET position Select desired Wash Spin Speed and Wash Rinse Temperature See page 4 Pull Cycie Selector knob out to start nd el How to use the MINI QUICK cycle The MINI QUICK cycle is a short cycle intended t 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 ieft except for cycle selection MINI QUICK CYCLE ush the Cycle Selector knob in ockwise to the MINI ad a ector knob out paar oie ee i renee ae eS OCENE A RET t If your clothes and household items don t look clean and fresh after
38. mended for adding to the wash cycie such as Rain Barrel brand follow manufacturer s instructions exactly Use in case of infection and Guards S infection by killing most bacteria and contagious disease TT SPOTS NESSES See under Bleach above Foliow package directions Suspends hardness minerais in solution Keeping fe at start of wash cycle water clear Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water Follow package directions Follow package directions Treat only heavily soiled areas Check garments care labels for instructions direct contact with the washer Apply these pretreatment 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 Mac away from washer The fabric may then be washed nor mally Damage to ta your washerc caused bv y pretreatment eal products is not ce by your warranty Follow p ack age directions NCTE Tinted garments may not be colorfast Wash separately Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load Go through complete cycle 5 minute wash using hot water 1 2 cup 120 ml detergent 1 cup 240 ml bleach Wipe Te Foe of Pet oe os t Ts tt f Vat t i i exterior parts Caution Tinting may discolor plastic in
39. oduct please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the wr oe ai a address below or call toll free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service e Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer AMA SAAR ARmiALA fnr Arcnriclinct Asawa TOU ai PCopUrio mic iV VEUVE IY adequate electrical plumbing and a ST other connecting facilities mmanifin larni rimnhte a re ee Td This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products ba fa i purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other righ To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General warranty is the same except that itis LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home Ali 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 FIVE F VEE
40. ons i Do noi pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach direct washer or on dry clothes se your Bieach Dispenser according to 2 Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine structions on page 8 a Follow package directions Put bleach into washer with detergent 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 tmateniaAtinna ALIOELUVELIVAID D May be used on all kinds of fabrics 2 Is most effective in hot water EDA TERE SWE YEATES ot FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Downy Brand Wash Additive such as AGI GALIGI Vidi CARATE YII LRINE A As KUEN Chlorine Bleach such as Clorox brand WATER SOFTENER o precipitating uch as Calgon bran nd whe RO Mee such as Borax brand COA ACCNT SURED AU KLN A Such as Biz brand PRETREATING STAIN AND SPOT REMOVERS Such as Spray n Wash and K2R brands TINTS AND DYES Powdered such as Rit and Tintex brands Use your Fabric Softener Dispenser 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft according to instructions on page 8 2 Reduces static electricity PERE carefully Too much may cause staining on Follow package directions ee ae y 8 ECSU ANE WASEYCI 4 Do not pour directly on clothes 5 For those recom
41. owel 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 Ink Ballpoint Soften with oil lard or Vaseline then sponge with turpentine or Same as white and bleachable fabrics banana oil Launder in warm water zunt and Varnish a erties Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If Launder in warm water Rinse well Bleach color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with with non chlorine bleach 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 Perspiration a te suunan Apply rust remover using manufacturer s directions Rinse and Same as white and bleachable fabrics Rust launder T Caution Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxie 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 stent i os save and refer to garment manuf
42. s filters and other washer parts Reduced useful life of washer STRENIAT OLS q enpiri eiT ox desir sertese h Recommended methods to reduce limestone buildups e Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area e Install a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone buildup e Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Caigon brand with phosphate Good washing practices may delay limestone damage to clothes The following recommendations will temporarily delay the effects of limestone on your clothes These are generally good washing practices and will give better soil removal whether or not you have hard water or use carbonate detergent Use hotter wash water for example up to 150 F for cottons This also improves oily soil removal e If you wash in cooler water to save energy use more detergent to promote better washing Also be sure to use bleach on bleachable waa W wa we e r o o r a ee fabrics Use hot water whenever possible 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 guide on opposite page for recommended detergent amounts in relation to water hardness LIMESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonat
43. shablies e Stuffed toys Tennis shoes How to wash a small load of regular fabrics or delicate hand washables 1 Remove Filter Flo pan Place Mini Basket tub on agitator mul the agitator toward the front of the machine for easier installation and removal of Mini Baskct tub 3 Load clothes in Mini Basket tub f 1 rut t Sce page l for sorting help Special instruction with any cycle except the SOAK setting When using the MINI 77 I Daalbeat QUICK cycle the Mini Basxct j tub should be used m la ca e Po not wash clothes i in Une TORUL wash basket when using the Mini Basket tub There will not be enough water in the and clothes damage could result The Mini Basket tub can be used tha romilor vegu ar basket sranane oa EAER A After loading ciothes in the P5 corne Mini Basket tub be sure to replace the Filter Flo pan The pan serves as a lid to keep the clothes inthe _ Mini Basket tub 5 LLEN h 5 Put 1 4 to 1 3 cup 60 to 80 detergent into Filter Flo mi Nap 6 Aad a bleach if desired Measure carefully and pour recommended amount of liquid bleach 1 4 cup 60 ml directly into the bleach dispenser See page 8 for dispenser instructions h Pat f 7 Add fabric softener if desired but not in the MIN 41 QUICK cycle described at right Pour 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or l tablespoon 15 ml of di
44. tay Select Extra Rinse if desired Turni ning control to YES will Close lid hea be fill but not provide a second deep rinse in the agitate or spin with iid open Regular Cycle If no Extra Rinse is E i desired turn control to NO Setting the Controls Do not use Mini Basket tub when Use the Controls Setting Guide on washing regular loads You ll find pages 6 and 7 to help you make the complete ace on AOW g when proper selections anD eo eae GP Select Wash Spin Speed e Load clothes into the wash 2 Select Wash and Rinse basket being careful not to overload Temperature Y Clothes shot al ring Sce pag snformation c d be below the retaining e 12 for more loading fn seer eA wet ep naptime PITTS MTT pa eer erp pe en ern EAS TE ESTED TA te ee Be FREEBIE riven pee pelea anie o wash setting cottons linens work and play REGULA RCVCL BS POLYESTER KNITS CYCLE A combination of agitation and soak for more effective polyester clothes Extra Rinse can be knits laundering Plus an extended selected if desired cool down spray rinse is provided to minimize the setting of wrinkles Sn POLYESTER KNITS SPIN f i p E ma START SOAK iania sa SPIN Se ie to start the washer If you wish to nace SSS fter washer has REGULAR CYCLES ae change setting GQLicL Waoiaws 1 started push Cycle Selector Knob eS 6 Push Cycl
45. ter 3 N Non Phosphate mo L a arn a mata e Powdered Detergents Mr AW OLA ILF vy niner tics and fabric Perform satisfactorily in soft A talx h or moderately hard water In some areas only non phosphate pi roducts are availabi Perform well in soft water Har hattar n Offer better performance in hard water than powdered non phosphate types leans cvnthet A Ilo Are exceuent a I blends well for removing spots ee do not clean well in RAW Le ALLE alt tr Aacanler May DC UII UIL U dissolve especially in cold water Should not be used in cold water an Those containing sodium EAS carbonate as an ingredient may harmfal li cause lara Gmestone depositi 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 Soaps Perform weil in soit water Generally do not clean well in medium hard or hard water May combine with water hardness minerals to form sticky soap curd zs Erge Tu Pori a TAE T z n Ee 3 Tada a E ay O E A i ee ee ee E ae ee EY a cern et ys Et CTT te ey mien te TE AUT ES ag em aa LA eat Sg ie mae enoe 2 The results of continued use of carbonate detergents Is your water hard If it is and if you use a carbonate type non phosphate detergent you will most probabl
46. th fuli water fill Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases May discolor plastic washer narts Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations but will probably never eliminate it y The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads Tumble on FLUFF No Heat No bleach No bleach down Many pillows can be machine washed but manufacturers care labels must be followed carefully ashing is recommended check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend to LE TIDLERTE E pa u 4 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 use extra large water level hate eA EL TT NA LC SE EE aaa he AS sec ecm even nEn n nEaN aa pea EAE AC RH OR 1I ki a Ay a amp SAA AETA TESLA PELNI EATS EA R ED rarman amena ALN e aaeeea aE a SF ES maea orme maeman aT E i TA perang ter pena Hatha KT SDE Oe parempaa f j x a naar as tt Pillows are made of different materials dacron fiber foam polyester naturai feathers and Be re erin pramen a SF NEE PETE OP AON SG I ea e t o 7 PETE eer sree tis es s 5 pa re ar i i narea rergerernsnenren reer eer ret TIM TPR ETE e T ae f ai ci ote tiat u Uaa i Si E Say p M a ai D A m me How to use the Bleach Disnenser DA EP GS He BO E TONTE s dispenser with l
47. th the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an nstailation instructions gt sheet with your washer you can ahta v pantactine the e service Span one by wk IUIL 1ga Ma Inration nearest you n ENS WULAWAS BAWESS wiar y Properly ground to conform o with all cavernine cades and 77 BUA Sin aY T Wa ADEAS py war Sew See ordinances Follow detailsin Installation Instructions Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather lt a Connect to a properly rated e apn w w o protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions a Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture e When disconnecting this appliance pull by the plug rather than the cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of cord and plug Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be siepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress Do not repair or replace any part ofthe appliance or attempi any servicing unless specifically an 2B 7d fon thet E Jon ama A eann ga SEERA WES FoC GCU H LES F Ja a3 mrs seanse g a ee gy eh ee esar Em ay mor APPUI GPA 222 EL
48. u 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 e Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately e To minimize wrinkiing use Gentle Wash Spin Speed To add items after the washer has started e Turn off the washer e Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan e Add any additional articles by submerging next to the agitator e Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Slane Filter Fio pail NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangied items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend BESZLEASARALL sw LEB SAKA w oa a ee AAE the use of a net laundry bag TS A ra wah henner rei acer eirmod dL AA E Products Advantages Phosphate Perform well in hard or soft water Are not available in some areas oe Powdered Detergents Wash all types of fabrics well Can be used in hot warm or sell coid wa
49. u 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 rural area or in cama enhurhan araac contact your I A UMAA WE wits erWAAEOAWY TE haw rey T he answer will be you nave so many grains per gallon and means this 0 to 3 grains per gallon SOFT 4 to 10 srains HARD o ee ee Il to 2 E TESA HARD hardness When using 4 cup 2a waar a meeen e a ate AG AIE Oy ST ee ttn oa Hard water do you have it If your water is SOFT you have no problem You can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget aa do m a all about hard walter if you nave 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 2 cup cup 1 cup eae nee nites EE UT Tee vets 1 in Ta DTE na PR maeta SRI t Aes Bii i a plus 1 abIespoon for ey 2 grany auoe i mm to WJ SETI SET NE LN me TEES TE RTT ET Tae neta mes apa men Taare Oa eth Be say ee ee i Du ca o lt Chiorine Liquid such as Clorox brand Suci pp ep ee Non chlorine such as Clorox 2 brand BLEACH 7 How to use it Special instructi
50. y notice limestone deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how 1 rapidly the umestone will build up If your water is VERY HARD 11 or more grains and if you wash just a few loads a week you may see limestone buildups in just a few monthe RAASSRALR SLID 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 o Causes graying of fabrics Leaves a white powdery residue on dark colored items e Causes spot fading of bright colors as a result of direct contact with detergent e Reduces wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics Destroys effectiveness of flame retardant finishes on cottons such as children s sleepwear Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics duri Ing washer acitation FFEA Ia aaa eae AVBMUAW AKT Effects on washer e Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution e Mat like crusty formations caused by lint adherine to the sticky SASAY BHOBARA we 4 2am limestone deposits a Peano wlearwvina ralle har d e creased service Cais oecause of limestone deposits in the pump recirculation water hose
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