GE WWA8344B User's Manual
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1. Do not use Mini Basket tub when washing regular loads You l find comnilete details an how and when Ww RAR BS De ow ELELALY AALS RALA to use the Mini Basket tub on page 7 9 Load clothes into the wash basket being careful not to over load Clothes should be below the retaining ring See page 10 for ERE EE more ioading infor 111 1 1 11 Position Filter Flo pan on agita tor and add measured amount of detergent See pages 11 through 14 nt 58165 Instructions e The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer s care instructions should be followed very carefully Ae mnir Aan th Wl Vi OLLI ULL U ine 5 Never clim washer top For Washer Operation 9 Do not leave washer lid up during cycle This will stop the Extra Rinse Cycle EYTRA LARGE RESET LARGE MINI MEDIUM WL BASKET A Variable Water Level for information on detergents and other laundry additives NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Fio pa 9 See page 6 for information on how to use Bieach and Fabric Softener Dispensers For informa tion on bleaches and fabric soft eners see page 15 9 Close lid washer will fill but not EA hE agitate or spin with lid open Setting the2. vy 5 5 3 WERACAAL BR WK Wis ee anh THA Water Level Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press Remove collar stays when possible e Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears Check agitator and file rough spots if necessary May be caused by use of Normal Wash Speed for delicate articles Use Gentle Wash Speed Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care Instructions e Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Slow process by washing on Gentle Wash Speed e Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level e Make sure cord is plugged into outlet Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on is pulled 1 pan 15 pulied out 10 2 Make sure controls are set and cycle selector knol ON position Make sure lid is closed Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open 9 Check house fuses or circuit breakers If ea Se ee 15 sharing the electrical outlet remove it Washer should have separate outlet Make sure temperature selector switches are correctly set 9 Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on lt and regulated correctly ee e Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets hot to h
3. Using too little detergent is a com mon cause of laundry problems Always measure detergent in a eta 1 1 standard measuring cup tn i Recommended amount of detergent for average 501 cm load high sudsing powder nary Waiter Level Setting 1 Use recommended amount of Water vy detergent for your load and water 2 Hardness txira Medium Mini hardness as shown in chart VERY Basket HARD 2 cups 1 cups 1 cups 11 4 cups 3 Cup 23 Other detergent types Low j i 10 20 Gr Seb ied Then and normal suds powders liquids 4 10Gr 1 cups 1 cups 1 cups 55 cup cup non phosphate powders follow SOFT recommendations on package 0 4 Gr 1 cup 1 cup 3 4 cup Va cup CUD E REPON Low Sudsing 3 For hard water treatment see Concentrated g 54 cu Ye cu Ye cu V4 cu Grains p p P page 14 Powder Type see 0 10 LIQUID Grains e If you live in a municipal area contact your water company o 7 yan hn ye ina rur al area narin Adi Jvu ALY ALi LAL OL JI LIL some suburban areas contact your county agent The answer will be you have so many grains per gallon and means this C to 3 grains per gallon SOFT 4 to 10 grains HARD 11 to 19 grains VERY HARD 20 grains and over EXTREMELY HARD If your water is SOFT you have no
4. pti Caftonar Ticnencere JUE 8 8 a Matos oam a os rata piir see a ans ey iia ahah Safety Instructions 3 4 Setting the controls 4 5 Ho r Tr ff e Ble anh and amp awk W aw is apit Ciwk CLARA Ww Fa ibric Softener Di ispensers How To Use Mini Basket Tub Pes Good Sorting Better 9 Washing it Pays to Check and oe ae Pre treat E n OA Soaking 0 0 ios AN Oe How To Load Your Washer 40 What is the Best Size Load E of Clothes F actors To Consider i in Selection of Detergents and Soap The Dainaging 58 6 of Carbonate Detergenits on Your Clothes and Washer How Much Detergent or Soap 2 x Should You Use oc How To Use Detergent n Soap ee i i arc Hard Water Do You 1k Have It 3 o Se Other Laundry Products er 5 Le How To Remove Stains 16 37 Washing Guide for 8 Different Fabrics and Loads eae gt The Problem Solver 20 25 Eer How To Care for 2 Your Washer i Consumer Services a Warranty Back Cover Help us 7 Ea MSID YOU coo Read this Use and Care Book carefully It wil
5. TINTS AND DYES Powdered such as Rit and Tintex brands How to use it Use your Bleach Dispenser accord ing to instructions on page 6 Follow package directions Put bleach into washer with detergent Use your Fabric Softener Dispenser according to instructions on page 6 Follow Package directions Add during wash cycle c Jw WER VR LLLI LALL contagious disease See under Bleach above Follow package directions Add at start of wash cycle ea oon Fouow package directions Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle Follow package directions Follow package directions Treat only heavily soiled areas Check garment s hang tag for instructions Follow package directions NOTE Tinted garments may not be color fast Wash separately Special Instructions 1 Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into Wastes or on dry clothes hou 14 2 Some of today 5 washable Tate 5 2415211153 not be chlorine bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s sleep wear 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 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics 2 Is most effective in hot water 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2 Reduces static electricity 3 Use carefully Too much may cause staining 0 on s
6. e Test stain removal product on an in side seam or 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 Stain Removal Hint Using Chior ine Bleach for White and Bleachable Fabrics Affie IA cup mD chlarine hlaar iVLLA Lup ilor mil VILLI 114 UINGANII with one gallon 3 8 liter of cool water approximately 80 F 27 C in a sink or pan Soak stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer The Case of the Invisible Stain Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments may cause stains rthich ara virtually invisible and Wien AIN 11 1 11 4115 1 1 ana which you may not notice as you put your clothes into the washer If these stains are not completely removed in the wash the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water Then they will become very visible and you may think they were caused by the wash cycle itself wt waw AWW wa Once these spots become visible how can you remove them e Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes e Re wash using hottest water the fabric can stand How can you prevent these After You Wash stains 9 Increase the amount of detergent normally used e Increase water temperature where fabric will permit 9 W
7. limestone deposits 1 in the hanna NANM 5 1 iv and thier washer parts Reduced useful life of washer your washing frequency wil determine how rapidly the lime stone will build up If your water is VERY HARD il or more grains even if you wash just a few loads a How to reduce limestone build ups Recommended Methods m 1 n nwauAlananlA ahannhata USC a PUWUCICU PLIUDSPILALe detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area 9 Install a home water softener This wiil significantiy reduce limestone build up 9 Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Calgon with phosphate rence the formation of the limestone deposits nF hotter wash watar far Ui HULLULI WALL WaLL LUL sacle 125 F to 135 F 52 C to 57 C for cottons This also improves oily soil removal a Ice NE a 9 Adding detergent and aliowing washer to fill and agitate for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before adding clothes CA How to partially restore clothes 9 Soak clothes in a solution of 2 cups of vinegar in one gailon of hot tap water for 15 minutes USE Then PLASTIC CONTAINER 2 3 A BEY AN AL BAL INVADE wash clothes in the Washer using detergent e Do not use vinegar s
8. tate a PA Dc ae PIOVICITL You can USE Soa p Or deteroent as vou pre efer and faraet wi pwli as Jv 5 4 5 owt all about hard water If you have HARD water less than 10 grains and you use phosphate detergent you also have no problem But if you have more than 10 grains you will need to soften your water with either i An instalied water softener ir your home or 2 The use of a packaged water softener For information on water are COQ chart halny BAUR 8468 5 ULIU VYo 1 cup plus 1 tbs for every 5 gr grains above 30 240 mi plus 1 far aanh avir ra 5 oraine 15 mi Wi aci 1 VALG w yi 1 cup plus 1 tbs for every 5 grains above 30 300 ml plus pane ra Rue be Launar 5 Product amp Type BLEACH Chlorine Liquid such as Ciorox brand Oxygen Powdered such as Clorox 2 brand FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Downy brand Wash Additive such as Rain Barrel brand CANITTIZTED 1 2 LLUIEIAN Chlorine Bleach such as Clorox brand WATER SOFTENER Non Precipitating such as Calgon brand Le a Precipitating Su Borax brand SOAK AGENT Such as Biz brand in A PRE TREATING STAIN AND SPOT REMOVERS Such as Spray Wash and K2R brands
9. A the set ung PANSE 3 A Mini Gulik Cre a or sma Knits Cycle lightly A com soited A bination Cycle loads you __ K need in a OFF of agitation i and soak for m re hurry Use with MINI Quick Cycle effective polyester knits aia a laundering Plus an ex tie poe i eam tended cool down spray rinse 15 provided to minimize the setting of wrinkles What Happens in Each Setting Approximate Minutes Cycie Selector Regular Knits Mini Quick Settings Light Heavy Normal Soil Soak VAI as Soak 2S Se SR Maes a Wash En EEE a EE 1818181312 Spin 7 47 472 N b Rinse Starts Here Qnin 7 5 Total 37 34 25 NOTES e Tota time includes pauses between each phase of cycle When Extra Rinse control is turned to ON e Total time does not include waiter fill time Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level 5 Spin Starts Here Hiow to Use the Bieach Dispenser e Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only If you prefer to use powdered bleach pour it into the Filter Flo pan or wash basket along with your detergent Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser e Measure bleach carefully Here are some recommended amounts LARGE WASH 11 cup 310 ml liquid SMALL
10. Casiry 4 9111 KINLS moaseanananmtler VoVPerIally 111117 1 4 5 se A ia Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by 1 improper use of chlorine bleach Use only correct amount of bleach using Bleach Dispenser Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to come into contact with undiluted bleach Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes Chemicals such as hair bleach dye permanent wave solutions battery acids and toilet bow 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 articies with these chemicais Small unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process Check garments before washing and mend ail rips and tears Continued on next page TATAE pe The Problem Solver continued PROBLEM SNAGS HOLES TEARS RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR fnnntinnarn UU LLU HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as collars and cuffs WASHER WON T OPERATE WATER TEMPERATURE IS INCORRECT POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY e As Permanent Press garments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused by washer You can slow thio nrnrece hy washing emall Permanent Press loads with al aArge CLis 4
11. Controls Use the Controls Setting Guide on page 5 to help you make the proper selections Select Wash Spin Speed 3 Select Water Level SMAI L Washer is less than 7 Baal 6 WD AL Teil VA Dee y full of clothes MEDIUM Between 14 and Y full LARGE Between 2 and full Pe anergy aal AaBVers F aY E H 7 6 P wash and spin action and prevent completion of the cycie e Do not change SPEED SELEC TION while washer is operating If a change in speed is desired push c 10 y Selector knobt to STOP position and wait for washer to stop Then select the new speed and pull out Cycle Selector knob to restart RINSE EXTRA AA Mini Reguiar ar Cycles SOAK ERTS ns Quick Hp Cycle LIGHT SOIL HEAVY EXTRA LARGE Over full MINI BASKET See instructions on page 7 If you want to increase level after you ve made a selection turn knob to RESET and select new level 2 Select Extra Rinse if desired Turning control to ON will pro vide a second deep rinse in the Danilo Tf nn Ri ACE WAL Cycles AL no LAU FALLS is desired turn control to OFF Vw AL 5 E ush Cycle Selector AUOU in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting to start the washer If you wish to change setting after washer has tartad mnaoh Cirle
12. Fabrics Polyester Nylon Acrylic Press Blends Rayon and Acetate Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Chiste Dado Chante 1111 F AUS 11 Receiving Blankets Coveralls Baby Clothes Delicate Biankets Wool Part Wool Cotton AWA ww Synthetic Electric Curtains Slipcovers Draperies DO NOT MACHINE WASH FIBERGLASS Chenille Bedspreads Robes Bathmats and Rugs Denims especially indigo blue jeans and other fabrics that bieed Gentile Normal Normal Gentle Light Soil Setting Normal Gentle 5 min soak then Normal speed Light soil setting 5 min soak then Normal speed Light soil setting Gentle Gentle Normal Normal Gentle Light aa Soil Setting Gentle Tioht or New ws stay aay wa Normal Soil Setting depending on amount Ui SUII aless otherwise recommended under Special Instructions use Normal Spin salu g at LE Copter tare eid Leer E 55 caer 5 1 1 15 bas taene CEJA SIZE SOTIE CH AOU UCUSP CHAUS Tay UL LOO Jarrera ere 11 MEE 1 11 hame e washer 1 14 ee on TV 8 1 5 Hot or Warm 7 warm Warm Warm Warm Hot Warm Hot or Warm Hot o
13. PAGE 15 9 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 hafnra ofp chin 1 71 WALID How to load your washer Load clothes dry 9 Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in the wash basket in this order Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the agitator Small Items like washcloths 5 227 Medium Size Items like towels LT 1 inal F Here is a typical full load 3 Double Sheets 6 Long Sleeve Shirts 3 Boxer Shorts 6 Standard Pillow Cases 5 T shirts 4 Pair Trousers 6 Handkerchiefs m m eee Oe ee L This illustration with clothes just reaching the Clothes Retaining Ring shows a proper load Clothes ha nave ampie room to move D because they are not packed down nor wrapped around the agitator Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are apt to pack down which encourages overloading This size load requires a full water fill What is the best size load of clothes large medium or small Save time energy and detergent by avoiding extra use of the washer Try to wash a full load of clothes If you can it is better to save clothes until you have a full load If you must wash smaller loads save water energy and detergent by adjusting the water level for the
14. wR wei See page b warin 2 ading Wi fewer items with correc package directions wT AR ro gt neo A n 144 1 e Not enough detergent to hold lint in susp Increase amount of detergent See page 1 OF pe ph oe e Incorrect use of fabric softener If used in wash cycle softeners may s in rinse se Fabric ag react with detergent to create a white deposit Use softene cycle only unless package specifies adding to wash cycle Softener Dispenser See page 6 Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may provide some help Static electricity caused by overdrying will cause attraction Use fabric softener in rinse cycle These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before washing clothes However if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle the 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 ter fabri water fabric can stand If spots appear rub in undiluted liquid detergent let stand 30 minutes and rewash using hottest water fabric can stand with extra detergent GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON D
15. AL TAS LAUNDERED GARMENTS e Too much bieach Use correc 20 PROBLEM GRAYED CLOTHES POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY e Insufficient detergent You may need to increase amount of detergent used if 1080 15 larger than normai if 50115 are oily or heavier than average if water level is large or if water is Hard to Extremely Hard e Water not hot enough for type of load Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at 140 150 E Do not wash when other hot water needs such as dishwashing or family baths are heavy e Poor or inferior detergent Change to phosphate detergent if nossible Follow these stens vps Use water conditioner such as Calgon brand TOU BW he z 9 Washer overloaded Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil causing gray appearance Foliow correct loading procedures for size of load 9 Improper soaking with insufficient detergent Usually a 30 minute soak is sufficient However when using extended soaks for heavily eoiled garments you may need to use twice the recommended amount AAW 0 detergent china 11 Washing too lo ig may wash times for smaller loads F AET OET S a EE E ee ae 5 Detergent dissolves 100 SIOWLY Detergent must De present in the wash solutio
16. Q started usa VO Se eC Ornon in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time Controls Setting Guide Some adjustment to these recommendations may be desirable depending on your particular washing conditions Polyester Knits Cottons amp Linens Permanent Press Synthetics amp Blends Work clothes Work clothes White or Heavy or Normal or Heavy or Normal or Fabric 1 See pee ip 90062 Oily Soil Light Soil Oily Soil Light Soil Wash amp Spin Normal Normal Normal Normal Gentle Gentle Gentile Gentle Speed Washi Rinse a Hot Coild or Hot Cold or Sera Temperature Hot Cold Warm Cold Warm Cold Warm Cold Hot Cold Warm Cold Warm Cold Warm Cold Regular Regular Regular Regular Perm Press Perm Press Knits Knits Cycle Selector Normal for Normalor Normal or Setting small loads Light Soil Light Soil sia pian os Heavy for all other loads Tips to Help You Select Settings Regular Cycles Perm Press Cycle Soak Setting Provide longer wash time for most An extended arm Use with most soaking aids cottons linens work and play cool down 60408 a 10 loosen embedded soils clothes Extra Rinse can be spray rinse and stains See peN 6 oe if ee is pro AN vided to OT WIINKICS WY minimize WA iP EXTRA
17. RM COLD and turn the Cycle Selector Knob to Normal in the Resular Cvcle Start the AL wh a a ea VEW YER WS washer After washer fills and begins to agitate push in the Cycle Selector Knob and turn to SOAK Pull out the Cycle Qalantar 1 ramnlata tha BALI LU LILIU cycle 9 For an extended soak allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissoive the soaking agent Then push in the Cycle Selector Knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period puli 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 How to Use the RA sean BPeacdr ats fuu ia 8 we CHEAP Types of loads which can be The Mini Basket tub is designed to Put 4 to cup 60 to 80 ml Barg washed in the Mini Basket tub be used two ways detergent in Filter Flo pan eee e Small loads of regular fabrics The Mini Basket tub can be e To use Bleach and Fabric up to 24 pounds pepe PO Softener Dispenser see page 6 up sea 10 handie smali loads of z e Delicate loads such as lingerie regular fabrics up to 2 2 pounds 5 Close lid and set controls as panty hose girdl
18. THESE CIRCUM STANCES So to prevent the possibility of damage or injury if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more or move into a residence in which the hot water electrical appliance which is con nected to the hot water system This will allow any hydr ogei gas to escape Of course since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process e Never reach into the 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 SRS OM pO e Clo ose supervision 15 necessary f this appliance is used by or near children Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appli ance or any discarded appliance Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing materials m am 8 y properly Before discarding a washer removino from ser TF JAL L WADED Y aiai LANL remove the washer lid ire bd 9 Keep all laundry aids such as Aata ante hlaanhaa fahrin onf 15 5 4 1 1 OWL teners etc out of the reach of children preferably i in a locked cabinet Observe all warnings on container labels to
19. WASH cup 170 ml liquid MINI BASKET tub 4 cup 60 ml 5 e Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser e Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage 9 Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket or Mini Basket tub How to Use tne Fabric Softener Dispenser e Position the Fabric Softener Dispenser on the Filter Flo pan Pour manufacturer s recom mended amount of fabric softener into a standard measuring cup 9 Add enough water to fill the cup 2 full Pour the diluted softener into the disp encer e The fabric softener will auto matically be dispensed at the proper time o Do not stop the washer during the first spin This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon When using Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Mini Basket tub use one 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or one 1 tablespoon 15 ml of diluted softener 9 Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Soak Setting or the Mini Quick Cycle How to Use the Soak Setting Regular Cycles SOAK NORMAL LIGHT SOIL HEAVY 9 SOAK setting temperature will automatically be cold e Extra Rinse Cycle should be VTT e If a hot or warm soak is desired set the WASH RINSE TEMPER ATURE switch to HOT COLD or WA
20. aby clothes separately Pre treat spots Rinse diapers nightgowns pads sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borateem detergent Do hand knit garments by hand or w mw a es gt Ponce ae use d type in the Mini Basket tub See page 7 You may prefer to use a mil dd deter Tini Wwiwi ime Pre tre t heavily soiled spots a 3 ua t F e Ko D On electric blanket sew a strong piece of cloth over plug Do one blanket at a time Pre treat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent Vacuum out loose dirt before washing If unusually soiled use Normal Wash Speed Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time Shake before washing to remove excess dirt For new indigo blue jeans wash at least 3 times in very smali 108015 with fuli water fill Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases May discolor plastic washer parts Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration but will probably never eliminate it Will not discolor subsequent loads Use Gentle Spin DO NOT MACHINE DRY Today s pillows are made of many different materials dacron fiber foam polyester natural feathers and down for examples Many pillows can be machine washed but manufacturer s care instructions must be followed carefully if there are no instructions on the pillow do not machine wash If machine washing is recommended check pil
21. ash synthetic garments more often Stain removal guide Stain Adhesives Chewing Gum etc Antiperspirants Deodorants Chocolate Cream Ice Cream and Milk Cosmetics Eye Shadow Lipstick Mascara Liquid or Pancake Make up Rouge Powder Crayon Grease Oil Tar Cod Liver Oil Grass Foliage Flowers Mildew Scorch Ink Ballpoint Paint and Varnish Perspiration Rust 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 ga Under no circumstances should fabrics containing cleaning fluids ete be washed in washer SAVE AND REFER TO GARMENT MANUFACTURER S CAR 8 Past Scere remov oroc eda PES tile SEAIN 1 11 pi occa and B Gao VA o shin f ax Weyur White rai 5 88555 5 ah AY prum Xr off as MiutCri Stilt dry cleaning fluid then launder Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page If color has changed you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia Rinse thoroughly SGak div COC svatcn tied iauncer i Wa
22. avoid personal injury Keep the area around and under neath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible mater ials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc Waa lt aes wean wewe e Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the nocahihty af slinning 5 PVs 7 wl psa 45 9 To minimize the possibility of electric shock this app ance from the p po attempting any B 1 or eee wana fe toana w naven A cleaning except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OFF position does NOT dis 52 3 Do not tamper with controls e Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug 9 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 Wash Spin Speed GENTLE RINSE Tem p Sorting and Loading e Sort clothes carefully by fabric type weight color and amount of soil according to instructions on page 9 e Remove Filter Flo pan and Mini Basket tub The underside of the lid is a good piace to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes wat
23. cause overall vellowing or y llow nese in water m lise Overall 12 OT lt Q pe jes Q ot Nn p 1 Use extra detergent plus a non precipitating water softener dis solved in water before adding clothes Do not use a 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 build up in lines drain water heater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained portion over pan of boili i and squeeze jemon juice through stain To remove over 1100 11 7 availahlea rict scale ramnaver fallawin Lad a COMmmguecr cay AYALIGQUILY IE UOL OVS IVILI Vly IODO VYA instructions If porcelain damage can occur do not use in the washer use a plastic container improper use of fabric softener Never pour fabric softener directiy on clothes always dilute before adding to rinse water Dilute softener pefore filling your Fabric Softener Dispenser See page 6 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 C L e LADIIC Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand others may be safely washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow Garment Manufacturers Care Instructi
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25. es blouses or for easy and economical follows washing of delicate hand SS sweaters socks shirts baby Sann Set Water Level to MINI as clothes and other small delicate BASKET position hand washables Here s how to use the Mini Basket e Stuffed toys tub Variable Water Level e Tennis shoes e Remove Filter Fio pan EXTRA LARGE PASERI REER PEENE Lance Ga RESET Some special instructions to remember when you use the Mini are eee Raclat tnh AJELIN SE CUERVO e Do not wash clothes in the ramilar hackat urhan noino tha ICHUIdIL VGOKUL UO LILY Mini Basket tub ss SMALL Select desired Wash Spin Speed ATATT IVELINE e Do not use the Fabric Softener Wash Rinse Temperature and a Dispenser with the MINI QUICK Cycle See page 4 5S cycle Pull out Cycle Selector Knob to e Do not use the Mini Basket tub start washer a with the Soak Setting e Place Mini Basket tub on The Mini Quick cycle allows e You must use the Mini Basket agitator Pull the agitator toward you to use the Mini Basket tub to tub with the MINI QUICK cycle the front of the machine for easier wash small lightly soiled loads of installation and removal of Mini clothes that you need in a hurry When washing stockings panty Basket tub Follow all the steps given abo
26. gents Non Phosphate Powdered Detergents Liquid Detergents Soaps Advantages Perform well in hard or soft water Wash all types of fabrics well Can be used in hot warm or cold water Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water In some areas only non phosphate products are available Perform well in soft wa Offer better performance in hard water than powdered mneh mnta non 05 pnate types Clean synthetics and fabric blends well Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissolve even in cold water Perform well in soft water Disadvantages Are not available in some areas Generally do not clean well in hard water May be difficult to dissolve especially in cold water Should not be used in cold water Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer VY 1 CUILL VY EUAL KIGA water See Page 14 May yno tpe rform as well as po E phosphate products when diluted in wash water Generally do not clean well in medium hard or hard water May combine with water hardness minerals to form sticky soap curd Continued on next page The damaging effects of Carbonate D on your clothes and your washer transits ratar hardo Tf it io nand if is meee WALL AChE AL 11 1 33 AIIM 11 you use a carbonate
27. gular 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 Aiso use Permanent Pre css Dr y cycle Incorrect water level Use Extra Large Water Level for Medium Load Medium Level for Small Load Repeated washing 1 in too hot water Wash in cool or warm water with plenty of detergent Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents If you must use a non phosphate detergent avoid the use of high carbonate built detergent Failure to use fabric softener Proper use will minimize wrinkling To remove wrinkles 1 Retumble on Permanent Press setting Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting If unsuccessful retumble on high heat for 10 12 minutes and hang immediately Iron carefully Send to Drycleaners for pressing Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed 42 DA A Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets Check to make sure ali such objects are removed Also check wash tub Snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles zippers Fasten hooks zippers and buttons Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles This i 1S an re knj anna annile Thien brito hinh tin WASILI ALL 115 Which Snag
28. l 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 _ Call toll free ilw AAA w Awe 5 hh LI wh The GE Answer Center 860 626 2000 consumer information service or write include your phone number Consumer Affairs General Electric Company es ee Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Write down the model and serial __ numbers You ll find them on a label on the P lt 7 La nwt 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 No Serial No Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calis concerning your washer if you received a damaged washer immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the washer Gawna tima anal minrmau IATU CASREY ARARE HY 9996 before you call for service Check the Problem Solver pages 20 25 It lists minor causes of operating problems that you can correct yourself It could save you an unnecessary service call FOR YOUR SAFETY you smell gas r 1 2 Don t touch ee ee electrical switches r a A 8 sina bs cc aie Pee 8 ee mrem 3 Extinguisn any open flame A F
29. lows for holes or weak seams and mend to prevent escape of feathers or filling Fill washer add detergent and allow washer to agitate for several minutes to dissolve detergent Wash two pillows at a time to balance load use Extra Large water level Check manufacturer s tag for special instructions Save and refer to Garment Manutacturer s Care Instructions 19 To Save Time and Money before you call for service check the Problem Solver If you have a problem it may be minor You may be able to correct it yourself Just use this Problem Solver to locate your problem and than tha onor actar tnen follow tne DNUBRCOLOU recommendations The Probiem Solver 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 water softener 9 Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint Predissolve granular detergent in hot water before adding to washer make sure detergent is completely dissolved before adding clothes switch to Hquid or cold water detergent or use warmer wash water FY AeA EXSY Aang WR WALA TTR REL WS Pen WR RR TT eR RA
30. n at the start of agitation See page 13 mer To restore grayed clothes follow one of these procedures 1 Put clothes in washer Fill with HOT water Check Manufacturers Hang Tags to determine if hot water is suitable for garment 9 Add a non precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate use 25 2 times as much as you need for normal water softening e Do not use dete er wwie F 9 Allow clothes to go through complete cycle e Repeat 11 necessary ent enan VLI JU 2 If you prefer to use the Soak Setting see page 6 Use the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes We YW WAY AWA WEE GW ZBLALALULEL Wi e 3 Use the Mini Basket tub see page 7 Increase detergent Continued on next page 21 The Problem Solver continued PROBLEM YELLOWED CLOTHES SHRINKAGE GENERAL SHRINKAGE KNITS POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent Check hem of T shirt or pillow case if they are white and center is yellow it contains body oil Restore whiteness following ocedures on Graved Clothes page 21 wa ee ee 2 Care Instructions Re store color using colo remover such as Rit or Tintex brands follow ied directions ay
31. oak solution in washer The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain o Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkie resistance of permanent press fabrics e Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics LIMESTONE technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE is caused by the reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent 12 detergent should you use The use of a sufficient amount of If the recommended amount of How to use detergent detergent is one of the most impor detergent produces too many suds Granular or Powdered Place in tant things you can do to make switch to a low sudsing detergent the filter pan for normal condi sure your wash comes out clean brand and follow instructions on tions but for best results put the package detergent next to the agitator after Amount required varies the clothes have been loaded eT ananrdina tn warrii TUF e Water hardness If your detergent doesn t dissolve s_ iy Amount of soil weil pre dissolve the detergent in hot water then pour directiy into Size of load Type of detergent the wash basket UU Team mewn en maarr wasn temperature Gn U N ee Use more detergent if you have Hard water Large loads Greasy or oily soils Lower wash temperature Low phosphate detergent
32. ome clothes WEAALAAAA Use carefully Too much may cause staining on some clothes Guards against in aa er most bacteria and pena Suspends hardness minerals in solution keeping water clear fal mine Combines with water naranc form precipitate which gives appearance to water wm et 2 BE tt QO lt CAUTION Washer control panels and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pre treat ment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the washer Apply these pre treatment products away from washer The fabric may then be washed normally Damage to your washer caused by pre treatment products is not covered by your warranty Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load awe gt Go through complete cycle 5 min wash using hot water 4 cup 1 20 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 See page 17 for address Stain take these steps e Find the fabric and the finish in the chart at right and use only recommended methods e Check the hang tag instructions that came with the garment
33. ons exactly If in doubt do not Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improp erly stretched and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garment may be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle Progressive or delayed Shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics is gradually removed by laundering May be noticed in Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that h 5 a heat chanend When wachina dromo ar iranina LAW Y w Wwe WHALLEY Wits YY AWAL YY WAL AL Widlifn temperatures exceed the temperatures used to shape set shrinkage may occur This cannot be corrected but it can be prevented by washing in cool or warm water drying on Low or Delicate heat PROBLEM WRINKLING IN PERMANENT PRESS AND NO IRON ITEMS ee SNAGS HOLES TEARS RIFS OR RYCECCIVE WEAR VY Bs VV BAAN Re cere POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove and hang clothes immediately Too many clothes in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads Improper loads Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work clothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses Do not wash Permanent Press with re
34. or Petroleum Jelly around the slotted section of the shaft before replacing the agitator Do not ee oe ae ee eee Overgrease EXCESS grease May ger into clothes load Ake AVS When replacing the agitator carefully lower straight down onto the shaft SO that it fits into the osition 115 norma fener ene GEL RUSSEL Gian WB Filter 10 pan 1 me Soak filter pan in a pre heated 160 F 71 C solution of half vinegar and half water for 15 minutes Then brush each side of pan with a stiff bristle brush while flushing with running water container Vinegar an damage porcelain Do not exceed 180 F 82 C or filter pan may warp Oe Sethian At Generai Eiectric we re committed to providing you with the best appiiances we know now 10 build and we know that you want your appliances to give you many years of dependable service Our Consumer Services are designed with your needs and wants in mind Warranty Protection Your new appliance is a weii designed and engineered product Before it left the factory it went through rigorous tests to detect manufacturing defects And you have a written warranty to proiect you Prompt Service at your Convenience Whether your applian
35. orized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone direciory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY MPA TPS 5 Fee ree Tre FAP POPs GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER e Repiacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commerciaily 9 Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPON SIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may 01 appiy 10 you THiS warranty gives you Specific 5081 rignis and you may aiso nave otner rights which vai y from Slale LIO slale To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company WWA8344E
36. ot cold to cold 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 24 WATER LEAKS WASHER IS NOISY WASHER PAUSES IN CYCLE Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and front jam nuts tight See your Installation Instructions 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 3 92 Lal Ree AMAA 7 an ta 73 e Heavily UND alanced loads Cali CAUT the Wdoliti LU 1171 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 harmiess noise To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart e Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash and spin or between spin and rinse How to Care for Your User maintenance insirucHons The Tub The porcelain is seif cieaning Leave lid open after washing to allo
37. r Warm Hot or Warm Cold or Warm Warm Warm For white or colorfast use liquid chiorine type for non colorfast use gentle oxygen type For white or colorfast use liquid chlorine type for non colorfast use gentle oxygen type For white or colorfast use liquid chlorine type for non colorfast use gentle oxygen type For white or colorfast use liquid chlorine type for non colorfast use gentle oxygen type Seldom needed if needed use Oxygen type For white or colorfast use liquid chlorine type None For white or colorfast use liquid chiorine type For white or colorfast use liquid chiorine type For white or colorfast use liquid chlorine type unless care tag states otherwise None None None nonrtal Imatructinne IPE BOAR HERJA LED UB ARLS Ifu nusually so ed use hot water Use maximum detergent recommended in Use Gentie Spin if fine drying if unusuaily soiled use Normal Was maximum detergent recommended in chart on page 13 cin all loads wrinkling 11 o7 USE reduc Use Gentle Spin if line drying If unusually soiled use Hot Water Use maximum detergent recommended in chart on page 13 Small loads reduce wrinkling Use Gentle Spin if line drying If unusually soiled use Hot Water Small loads reduce wrinkling Use maximum detergent recommended in chart on page 13 You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do b
38. r and dry Apply rust remover using manufacturer s directions Rinse and launder 7 Same as white and bleachable fabrics Same as white and bleachable fabrics except use oxygen bleach Soak in cool water Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder in warm water D a j a be go et _ 55 glycerine let sand 30 mnie and rinse well or sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid Launder Sponge with safe dry cleaning fluid Then launder in warm detergent water Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining stain with oxygen bleach Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted liquid detergent Bleach remaining stain with oxygen bleach then launder Old mildew stains can seldom be removed Scorch can seldom be removed Same as white and bleachable fabrics except launder using oxygen bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics Launder in warm water Rinse well Bleach with oxygen bleach Same as white and bieachabie fabrics Tore complete information on stain removal is given in government bulletin Removing Stains From Fabrics 5413 To obtain a copy write to Consumer Information Center Pueblo Colorado 81009 Available at low cost Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover tixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death Woven
39. reanmrmearlaianteals H ts HEEE 1121 811 11 4 your gas su g3 5 ests ie meas E 3822222027 3 feet cast aes tenon get 222222 ai Open windows 2 us FOR YOUR SAFETY 00 not store or use gasoline or other meee coll Oh E flammabie vapors eared liquids in the vicinity o WARNING When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including Lic following e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in ibia Tisina Aana DAAL Lills USC dlit Cale DUOK e This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the installation Instructions before it 15 used If ycu did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your washer you can obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions e Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a ho
40. ri Water nu Stal Toman bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Soak in cool water Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder and dry Withaar 1 annanerdina Ctain Bamnawval Uint an 1LEIUULL CICA PICA AULUILUIIE LU DLAI INGA 1 11 WiL opposite page Launder With cream P chart directions for cream Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid Apply undiluted liquid detergent launder and dry Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page er Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If either type stain remains bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Fresh stains Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and sponge with dry cleaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply undiluted liquid detergent Oid stains bieach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page Soften with oil lard or Vaseline then sponge with turpentine or banana oil Launder in warm water Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar If any stain remains treat with safe a o fluid ande
41. se or vaive shouid break or rupture 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 stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress e We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual e The wiring diagram for this machine is located inside the control panel To minimize the possibility of injury e Do not mix chlorine bleach with 5 WA he we ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death e Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with nr LULU 11171 UI 31 substances such as gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may give off vapors that could ignite or expiode Do not add these substances to the wash water Do not use these substarices around your washer and or dryer during operation e HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas can accuintilate in the water heater and or water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER
42. size of the load See wra AWS VA gt page 4 Special recommendations for washing permanent press if you do not have a dryer If you are machine washing Permanent Press clothes that you plan to hang or drip dry use extra ae E care to minimize wrinkling in the wash process e Be careful not to overload washer Permanent Press clothes must have ampie room to move freely A Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that should be washed e Use more water than you would for a regular load Use a Medium Water F evel for a Small L oad an Extra Large Water Level for a Medium Load 9 Remove clothes as soon as washer stops and hang immediately To add items after the washer has started 9 Turn off the washer Carefully remove the pan Add any additional articles by submerging next to the agitator e Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer 41 1311 1 1 17 NOTE Do not use the Filter Flo ei wy varw Ws pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and other easilv tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling the use of a net laundry bag is recommended Factors to consider in selection of detergents and soap Phosphate Powdered Deter
43. ts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a Manufacturing 9 2 LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year trom date of original purchase we wili provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the transmission that fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home an id service 1 56 cnarges Or if you desire we will provide a com pletely reconditioned transmission You pay for the shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and service labor charges Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the e procuet Read your Use a 5 f vou than hay you Iwiil I about operating the please contact your t consumer in nformation service e Improper installation if you have an installation problem contact your deaier or instaler You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities defect for ordinary home use n nt mainland states Hawai 8 2 aa Washington D C in Al warranty is the same ex 5 that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s be travei COSTS 10 your nome All warranty service will 56 provided by our auth
44. type non Loan detergent the unavoidable result will be lime stone deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces Domage to clothes Although limestone build up occurs more rapidly on cotton it wili eventually affect various fabrics in the following ways o Gives a stiff harsh rough feel to fabrics such as toweling 9 Causes colors to fade and become du li aid dingy e Causes graying of fabrics e Leaves a white powdery residue on dark colored items e Causes spot fading of bright colors as a result of direct contact with detergent Reduces wrinkle resistance of permanent press fabrics e Destroys effectiveness of flame retardant finishes on cottons such as children s sleepwear om Maam r oe ern v 11 1 7 111 the scru hinc action between Jwi VIO WWE TF 3 limestone during washer agitation Damage to washer e Unsightly build up on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash OVULULIVILT e Mat like crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits inn anila a In ad 5 Vice WALLS
45. u have a full load 4 If you must wash smaller loads adjust the amount of water Small loads should have lower water lay rala INVULD 5 Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can tell you which are the off peak hours 6 Use your washer s Normal Speed Spin This will remove more water during spin which will shorten drying cycle to save more energy The drying will remove any wrinkles which may result from the Normal Spin aAA 7 Use your Mini Basket tub for very small loads It uses less water than the small water level in the big trh an thic cha LUU Oii tnis Wasuel save on detergent and energy nI 74 ala vV LOU Wiu aiso QO IMPORTANT NOTE if your clothes and household items don t look clean and fresh after washing what are you apt to do You will probably then re wash them and that means you ll waste energy Remember to sort your and In o narafills comes CAII uuy aia load them properly select correct cycles use enough detergent and choose a water temperature warm enough to release and get rid of soil Separate 2 In addition to sorting to reduce lint Good sorting means better washing Sort by surface texture 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
46. ve hose and other easily tangled 7 scent rar Coce Gclection ahs items always handle separately To Load clothes in Mini Basket tub 191 MEIC gt s i minimize tangling the use ofa net See page 9 sorting help 9 Push the Cycle Selector Knob in and turn clockwise to QUICK Cycle laundry bag is recommended _ Pull Cycle Selector Knob to start e After loading clothes in the Mini washer Cycle will be completed Basket tub be sure to replace the _ _aytomatically Filter Flo pan The pan serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Mini Basket tub Energy Saving Tips We are all conscious of the need to save energy to protect our country s energy reserves and to help us save money There are several things you can do to reduce the amount of energy needed to wash your clothes 1 Use Hot Wash 140 60 C on a regular basis only when washing heavily eniled AR articles such as work and play clothes 2 Under normal soil conditions 1 ahawa 7 wasa in water avoOve ou r N je This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approximately 95 F 35 C If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics 3 Try to wash less often Save articles of the same type of fabric until yo
47. w moisture to evaporate Do vetru ry ow env woe vry w y not use harsh or gritty cleansers Tha Fvrvtaorinr A 5 EURO 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 ta mrawvant fraaginag tO prevent 1reezing Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather For long vacations Be sure water supply is f nato and drain faucets and drain all ie frou hoses if weather will be below freezing To move washer Contact authorized factory service outlet and have washer crated to protect the suspension system and cabinet To reinstalli washer Cail your authorized factory service outlet for installation Or install it eia using t the instaliation instructions yoi raraivad whan un WII YUU u washer Lubricate with grease or Petroleum Jelly VUU o The Activator agitator Remove at regular intervals about 4 to 6 months and remove any lint that may have accumu lated No tools are needed simply grasp agitator with both hands and pull straight up sharply The slotted section at the top of the metal shaft has a light coating of lubricant to prevent parts sticking together If this area appears to be dry apply a light coat of grease
48. washed separately OR MORE INFORMATION LINT CONTROL SEE AGE 20 a d Oz 2 Cottons Linens q collection it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible Sort by soil Separate pa B Lightly g E Soiled from A a j Coiorfast J FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON DECC CBERT CDCA 52 2 ARTS APAA N BEUERBEMIN 8 8 CALNE LOADS SEE PAGES 18 and 19 It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing e Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers snap snaps hook L hartenn hasttana HOOKS ali VULLOLL VULLUIILD 9 Do any necessary mending rips hems tears e Check all items for areas of h heavy soil or stain 9 Remove stains FOR STAIN 9 Turn Poly Knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage Gnalvinag 8 Soaking amp Pre treating a good way to loosen deep soils and stains AF Wr oer oe A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is an ex cellent way to remove heavy soils embedded dirt and even some stains Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or 8 prelimi nary step to a complete wash cycle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer please see page 6 FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS SEE 4 BABEL WSF BOP RHA i
49. y a TOLL FREE call away FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why vou are not 516356 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 Generai Eiectric Company Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Maior Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 keep your appliance in good operating condition during the contract period at no additional charge Service contracts let you pay today s prices for service a month a year or several years from now And you ll receive service from GE trained service technicians using only Genuine GE parts A program for do it yourself appliance repair the system includes step by step repair mantale far ratrinara PIGHIUGIO TUE IOWI ators most non Microw avo electric ranges dishwashers and standard and large capacity washers and dryers plus specially packaged repiacemeni parts and technical help with a toll free 800 number ss ait pe cn piste i a its i A eas an a oli es ial 8 6 a A a ae CONSUME information service iS open 24 NOUS a day seven days a week Our 818 of experts siands ready to assist you anytime rao 5 charge par
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