SpacemakerTMbundry Contents Appliance Registration Care and Cleaning 2 25 Cautions Controls Setting Guide 16 8,9 Repair Service Safety Instructions 26 3,4 User Maintenance Instructions 25 Vacation Tips 25 Dryer Automatic Drying 7 Controls Dryness Selections 7 Agitator Controls End-of-Cycle Signal Ener~-Saving Tips 7 7 Detergen@ Other Additives 11.15 Energy-Saving Tips 7 Knits Drying Tips Lint Filter 7 7 Hard Water Limestone Deposits Operating Instructions Perm.
Help us help you... Before usi~ your SpacemakerTM Laundry, read this book carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new appliance properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY40225 If you received a dam~ed appliance . . . Write down the model and serial numbers.
I IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. W~IN&To reduce the risk of fire, eleetric shock, or injury to persons when using your apptiance, foilow basic precautions, including the following: Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in ● this Use and Care Book. ● This appliance must be properly installed and located in accordance with the InstaBation Instructions before it is used.
WORTANT S~ETY~STRUCTIONS (c.ntinu.d) To minimtie 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 dryer lint filter). NOTE: Pushing the washer cycle selector knob in or turning the dryer cycle selector to OFF does N~ disconnect the appliance from the power supply, ● ~ not tamper with controls.
How to sort the clothes Sort by surface tetiure Sort by color from from from LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and chenille—give up lint. LINT COLLE~RS—such as man-made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract lint, and must be dried separately. For more information about lint control, see page 21. Normally, if you sort clothes correctly for washing, you will have properly sorted drying loads.
How to operate your clothes washer WWmG—TO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SA~TY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. bad the washer properly ● Add accurately-measured detergent to empty tub. See pages 11 through 13. ● Load clothes loosely. Dry clothes level should be no higher than the top row of circular holes in the wash tub. Do not put clothes on top of the agitator or wind them around it. For best results, mix large items with small ones.
How to opemte your dryer W~NING—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the ~PORTANT SA~TY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. bad the dryer properly ● Load sorted clothes into dryer. See page 5. ● Clean lint filter before each load. timed dry. HIGH automati(; MEDIUM delicate air t.[uf-f’, dry;rlg LOW ... NO HEAT temperature o push to start dryer Q Remove the lint filter by pulling straight out. Wipe all accumulated lint from screen.
Controk Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads Washer Type of had Baby Clothes Plastic-1ined items Diapers Man-made fabrics** Mixed cottons Wash Water Wash Wash Cycle Temperature Cycle Setting Warm Hot Delicate* Regular Set at START. See #l below. Air Fluff (No Heat) Timed Dry (High Heat) Warm Warm Delicate* Perm Press Set at START. See #2 below.
Save and refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care bbels For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS:’ For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Dryer Dry Cycle Setting Special Instructions up I to 20 45-60 Plastic-lined pants, bibs, pads, crib sheets may be washed with regular load but should be dried separately. I Rinse at once, soak indiaperpail with solution of cold water and borax (Iti teaspoons to gallon).
Ene~y-savi~ tips If your clothes and household items don’t look clean and fresh after washing, you will probably re-wash them... and that means you’ll waste energy. Remember to sort your clothes carefully, and load them properly, select correct cycles, use enough detergent and choose a water temperature warm enough to release and get rid of soil. Use H~ wash—140°F. (60°C. )— on a ~~ar basis only when washing heavily soiled articles-such as work and play clothes.
Factors to consider in selecting detergenk and soap Produck Advantages Phosphate— Powdered Detergents Perform well in hard or soft water — Disadvantages Are not available in some areas. . Wash all types of fabrics well. Can be used in hot, warm, or cold water. Non-Phosphate— Powdered Detergents I Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water. Generally do not clean well in hard water. In some areas only non-phosphate products are available.
The resulk of continued use of carbonate Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonate type nonphosphate detergent, you will most probably notice limestone* depo;its on your clothes and washer surfaces. The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up. If ~our 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 months.
How much dete~ent should you use? The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean. hount 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. Lower wash temperature 5. Low uhos~hate detergent.
Hard wakr Before you can decide what to do about hard water, you need to how if you have it and, if so, how hard it is. ● If you live in a municipal area, contact your water company. ● If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas, contact your county agent. The answer will be “you have ‘so many grains’ per gallon” and means this: O to 3 grains per gallon–SOFT 4 to 10 grains–HARD 11 to 19 grains–VERY HARD 20 grains and over— EXTREMELY HARD If your water is SOFT, you have no problem.
Other laundry produck— Laundry hduct & How to use it Spcial Instruction BLEACH Chlorine liquid such as Clorox’” brand Dilute one cup bleach with at least one quart (0.96 liter) water and add after wash action has started and detergent is dissolved. 1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes.
How to remove stiim 1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. 2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take these steps: . Find the fabric and the finish in the guide on the next page, and use only recommended methods. ● Check the care label instructions that came with the garment. ● Test stain removal product on a hidden inside seam or on a sample of the material. ● Avoid use of hot water on unknown stain. It can set some stains. 3.
Shin removal guide SaveandrefertoGarmentMan"facturem'CareInstr"ctions. Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics See Washing Guide, Bleach on page G Other Washable Fabrics Adhesives (Chewing Gum, etc.) Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull tool to carefilly scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid,* then launder. Same as white and bleachable fabrics. Anti-perspirants, Deodorants Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse.
m ~“ Questions? Use This Problem Solver PROBLEM WASHER OR DRYER WON’T START POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Make sure controls are properly set and washer cycle selector is pulled out or dryer START button is pushed. ● G Appliance unplugged. Make sure cord is firmly plugged into electrical outlet. ● No power to appliance. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure appliance is getting current. ● Dryer door is open. Dryer will not run with door open. Make sure washer lid is closed.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WATER ● TEMPERATURE INCORRE~ Faucets not adjusted to give desired temperature. Readjust them. Q Household water heater not set to deliver correct temperature—140° to HO°F. (60° to 66°C.). Reset it. . Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet hoses from water valve. Clean the screens and reinstall the hoses. Q Make sure selector controls are properly set. Q Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets-hot to hot, cold to cold.
The Woblem Solver (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY BLUE OR GWY COLOR STA~S . kproper use of fabric sofiner. Never pour fabric sokner directly on clothes; rdways dilute before adding to rinse water. To remove stiins: dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Re-wash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. GRA~D CL~HES ● Insufficient detergent.
. I E PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as collars and cuffs ● LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES Pretreat with liquid detergent, ● Incorrect so~ing ofc~othes. Separate lint-producers (such as terry towels and chenille) with lint-receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy). ● Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. Fof normal soil, use 1 minute per pound of dry clothes.
The fioblem Solver (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND WMEDY SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, HPSOR EXCESSNE WEAR . pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets, Remove ~ Pins, ~h~kwke~ ofdl garments before putting in washer. Mso check washer to see ifany objects remained in wmhtub. . Snaps, hook, sharp buttons, belt bucMes, zippers. Make SUN Al hook, snaPs~d buttons are fastened, Rernov@ sharp buttons and belt buc~es. This is very impo~t when washing knits, which snag easfiy. ~mknita inside out.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY WWNKLINGIN PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS . Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. tiediately after dryer stops tumbling, remove clbthes and place them on hangers. * Tw many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads. . Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more simflar articles, even if dry, to insure proper tumbling. * Improper loads.
The fioblem Solver (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SHWNKAGE, GENERAL ● Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be safely washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow garment manufacturers’ care instructions exactly, If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry. SH~NKAGE, mm c Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched and elongated by the manufacturer.
Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth. Occasionally wash it with mild soap and water and then apply a light coat of appliance polish to help preserve the finish. ● Keep the area around and underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. c Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
If You Need Service To ob~in service, see your warranty on the back page of this book. We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.
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YOUR GENERAL ELE~RIC SPACEMAKERTM LAUNDRY WARRAN~ Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period. WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONEWEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the Spacemaker” laundry that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
