Washer ● Safe~ instructions ....................3, 4 Problem Solver.......................l7-2l m More questions ?...call GE Answer Centera 80~626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ControlSettings.............................................7 Cycle Descriptions .........................................5 Cycle Times .....................................................8 Energy-Saving Tips. . . . . . . .
HELP US HELP YOU... Read this book carefully. Save time and money. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new washer properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number) Consumer Affairs 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, fo~ow basic precautions, including the following: Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book. ● o 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.
WORTANT SAFEH WSTRUCmONS (continued) m Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, ‘ etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. m 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 such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. Q Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
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 and/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. Handwash System— Spotscrubber System— Saves time and energy when washing small loads of lightly soiled clothes.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTmS 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. WWA8610s ~ Regular =RMPRESS KNITS Permanent Press Kn;ts & 0 COo, o.m “,.s, 0 @ LIGHT SOIL @ HEAW NORMAL F;v.C,c,eW,sher WWA5600S f ~ERMpRE~~ \ F Regular Permanent Press M;o COLD WARM ‘“’’’mmm:m:’’:m:. Load S;ze fl~~~ Temp ( ‘“”-” .
WWA3650S 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 Wash Spin Speed. ~ Select Water Level. SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes. MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2 full. LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full. EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full. ~ Select Was~inse Temperature. @ fish Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwisetc your selected wash setting.
OPEMT~G ~STRUCTIONS (continued) Sorting and Loading (*on models so equipped) Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color and amount of soil, according to instructions in How to Sort Clothes section. . *Remove the Filter-Flo@ pan. The underside of the lid is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes. ● Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents section for information on detergents and other laundry additives.
Cycle Suggested For Clothes Loa~abrics such as: Permanent Press & Knits ● Synthetics WasMSpin Speed Normal/Slow “ Permanent press, treated cottons, blends with cottons Delicates Regul~ Extra Cleaning & Auto Soak c Down-filled garments, if machine washing is recommended* ● Pillows** Gentle/Slow Baby clothes (delicate) ● Lingerie Gentle/Slow Cottons and linens c Denims ● Blankets*** ● Baby clothes (sturdy) Normal/Fast ● ● ● Work clothes with heavy soil Normal/Fast Special Instructions *DO
OPERAT~G ~STRUCTIONS (continued) HOW to Use the Bleach Dispenser (on models so equipped) Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only. / If you prefer to use powdered d.. bleach, pour it into the wash basket along with %% your detergent. Do not pour powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser. HOW to Use the Filter-Flo Pan The Filter-Flo pan is the lint filter. Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator after loading clothes into the washer. Lint is easily seen and removed after the wash is finished.
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 washed separately. Separate For more information on lint control, see The Problem Solver section.
HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER 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. Lower wash temperature 5.
OT~R LAU~RY PRODUCTS Laundry Product and ~pe BLEACH Chlorine liquid such as Clorox brand How to Use It Suecial Instructions Use your bleach dispenser. See How to Use Your Bleach Dispenser section. 1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes. 2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as: silk, wool, spandex, or non-fast colors. 3) Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions.
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.
STAIN ~MOVAL GU~E Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics See Controls Setting Guide. Adhesives (Chewing Gum, etc.) Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. U.\e dull rc)[)l t[) cargfull} scrape ofla.s much adhe,sive or gum U.Y po,v.~ib[e. 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.
● QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED GARMENTS GRAYED 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). 9 Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute per pound of dry clothes.
THE PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE GRAYEDCLOTHES (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 WRINKLING IN PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS 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.
T~ 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 WASHER IS NOISY Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and front jam nuts tight. See your Instdlatiort Instructions. ● A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor stops a’nd the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in.’’-Th~s sound is normal. . Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin, and may cause it to move from its original position.
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER WARRANTY I Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to-obtain service under warranty. I I WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR 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 washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
