usa’and~retiuide Washer Safe~ Instructions ....................3, 4 Problem Solver.......................l9-23 More questions ?...call GE Answer Centera 800.626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Control Settings ..............................................7 Cycle Descriptions .........................................5 Cycle Times ......................................................8 End Cycle Signal.
HELP US HELP YOU... Read this book carefully. Save time and money. [t is intended to help you operate and maintain your new washer properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number) Consumer Affairs GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Before you request service . . . check the Problem Solver section. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
A WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: . Use this appliance only for iti intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book. This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center: 800.626.
WORTANT SAFEm ~STRUCTIONS (continued) Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury. Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials, ‘. a . a such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
TWS TO HELP YOU SELECT SETT~GS Cycle names and features may vary from model to model. (on models so equipped) Regular Cycles— Permanent Press Cycles— For most cottons, linens, work and play clothes. Longer wash times plus deep rinse, spray rinse and spin provide thorough washing and detergent removal. For loads of synthetics, blends an~or delicate fabrics. A cold water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar apparel with normal soil.
M HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER Features and appearances may vary slightly WARNING—TO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. WWA8990S pfRMANENT PR6SS. KNIIS EnR4 ‘nGE RESET ■ WASHABLE WOOLENS~ ‘\ ●con””’”””” COLORFAS1 ., ‘. () ,E,,c,,,, UASfiABLESILKS uconoM, ‘\ ? i\ MED* Fabr;c Care Selections Load Size pf09ram*edTWa,VeCYC,~ “\ SE’ ● \.
MWA8630S WWA8620S :ss Pemanent Press & Kniti ,,”.” WTracl.a.i.g -.-”, -.”s! Setting the Controls — Controls and features will vary from model to model Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide to help you make the proper selections. ~ Select a Fabric Care program or Wash Spin Speed. Automatically Programmed I I I I Wash Spin Wash Speed Speed Temp.
OPEMT~G(continued) ~STRUCTIONS Sorting and Loading ● ● ● Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color and amount of soil, according to instructions in How to Sort Clothes section. Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents section for information on detergents and other laundry additives. Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.
Cycle Suggested For Clothes LoaWabrics such as: Permanent Press & Knits ● ● Baby clothes (delicate) Lingerie Gentle/Slow Normal/Fast ● Cottons and linens Denims Blankets*** Baby clothes (sturdy) ● Work clothes with heavy soil Normal/Fast ● ● ● ● ● Extra Cleaning & Auto Soak Special Instructions *Down-filled garments e t Permanent press, treated cottons, blends with cottons Gentle/Slow ● Regular Normal/Slow Down-filled garments, if machine washing is recommended* Pillows** ● Delicat
OPEMTmG(continued) ~STRUCTIONS End Cycle Signal (on models so equipped) (Operates with any cycle.) The signal control can be set at OFF, MED or LOUD, depending on the desired sound level. The signal will sound just before the end of the cycle to remind you to remove the clothes to avoid excess wrinkling before drying. To stop the signal while sounding, turn the signal control to OFF or advance the Cycle Selecto~to OFF.
HOW to ● Use the Soak Cycle (on models so equipped) Soak: Turn the Cycle Selector knob to soak. Start the washer. Add pre-measured detergent or soak product; add clothes. HOW to Use the Auto Soak Cycle ● NOTE: For an extended soak, allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the washer (keep lid closed) and allow to soak for as long as desired.
HOW TO USE (onTHE HA~WASH SYSTEM models so equipped) ~pical HANDWASH System Wash Loads ● Small loads of regular fabrics (up to 2 pounds) (.9 kg). ● Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate hand-washables. How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabrics or Delicate Hand-Washables Remove HEAVY DUTY agitator as follows: —Push switches to UNLOCK. —Lift out HEAVY DUTY agitator leaving smaller HANDWASH agitator in place.
Sort by Surface Texture Separate LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and chenille—give up lint. LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract lint. These must be washed separately. For more information on lint control, see The Problem Solver section. m m 1# #B m 1 In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection, it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be washed together whenever possible.
HOW TO LOAD YOUR WAS~R 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 likely 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.
The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount. Amount required varies according to: 1. Water hardness 2. Amount of soil 3. Size of load 4. Type of detergent 5. Wash temperature Use more detergent if you have... 1. Hard water 2. Large loads 3. Greasy or oily soils 4.
OT~R LAU~RY PRODUCTS Laundry Product and ~pe How to Use It Special Instructions Use your bleach dispenser. See How to Use Your Bleach Dispenser section. 1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour BLEACH Chlorine liquid such as Clorox brand Non-chlorine such as Clorox 2 brand FABRIC If you do not have a bleach dispenser, pour diluted bleach next to the agitator. Follow package directions. Put bleach into washer with detergent.
1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. 2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take these steps: Find the fabric in the chart on the next page, and use only recommended methods. “ Check the care label instructions that came with the garment. ● Test stain removal product on a hidden inside seam or on a sample of the material. Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains. It can set some stains. 3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing. 4.
White and Bleachable Fabrics Stain Other Washable Fabrics See Controls Setting Guide. Adhesives (Chewing Gum, etc.) Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. U.Se dull too/ t(j (arefully .~crupe ofla,! much adhe,sive or gum U.Y po.~.~ible. Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * rinse well, then wash as usual. Same as white and bleachable fabrics. Antiperspirants, Deodorants Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse.
PROBLEM LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES POSSIBLE CAUSE ● Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers (such as terry towels and chenille) from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy). Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute per pound of dry clothes. Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint.
THE PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE GRAYED CLOTHES (continued) Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient. However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent. Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at bottom of opposite page. Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for smaller loads.
PROBLEM SHRINKAGE, KNITS POSSIBLE CAUSE ● Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle. Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering. This may dso be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage.
THE PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR (continued) Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels and other articles that came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals. As permanent press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WATER LEAKS ● ● WASHER IS NOISY I ● Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets. Make sure end of drain hose is correctlv inserted in and secured to dain facility. Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber footpads in place and front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions. A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in.” This sound is normal.
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER WARRANTY II WHAT IS COVERED Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, pafls and service labor in your home to repair or replace any pati of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
