Iuseand tire Guide Washer Safe~ instructions ....................3, 4 Problem Solver .......................l 8-22 More questions ?...call GE Answer Centerm 800.626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Controls Setting Guide .............................6, 7 Cycle Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..............5 Energy-Saving Tips.........................................8 Filter-Flo@ Pan ..........................4, 5,8, 10,22 Operating the Washer ...........
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.
Rwd W btmctions before ushg Ms appfiance. A WARNING-To reduce the risk of fire, el~tric sh~k, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Use this appliance only for is intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book. ● a This washer must be properly ‘Q<:b , installed and l~ated in accordance . with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
a m ‘! WORTANT S~ETY ~STRUCTIONS (continued) Keep dl laundv aids (such as detergents, ble;ches, 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 1. . . , : accumulation of combustible materials, * such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
● ● Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents, Other Additives 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. ● ● ● Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator. See How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan section. For information on how to use bleaches and fabric softeners, see Other Laundry Products section. Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open.
CONTROLS SETTmG GUDE Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads Load Wash Water Temperature Cycle Cycle Setting Cottons and Linens White/Colorfast Bri~htiNoncolorfast Work Clothes Heavy soil Average soil Hot or Warm Warm or Cold Regular Cycles Regular Cycles Normal Setting Normal Setting Hot Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Regular Cycles Normal Setting Normal Setting Permanent Press, Treated Cottons.
Bleach Special Instructions Liquid chlorine type. Only non-chlorine bleach when needed, If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in the Detergent Guide. White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Use maximum detergent recommended in the Detergent Guide. White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Small loads reduce wrinkling.
OPERAT~G ~STRUCTIONS (continued) How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan The Filter-Flo pan is the lint . .:,<<>::::$c~::!,;:z:... filter. Position the Filter-Flo , ::j.::.. ~fii:~z::::.. ;;<,;;? <;:..:;:::{::::+: pan on the agitator after . ,x, . . . . ~:..,.: .: .:>, ~ ( ., .!.: :: : Y!.l: !:,:;.,:: loading clothes into the ,:l:;~: j: ,: ;.,:,.:.:.: , :. : washer. Lint is easily seen Q and removed after the wash is finished. NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash basket.
Sort by Surface Texture Separate Lint Producers fro LA m 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. Sort by Fabric 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 WASmR 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.
Products Advantages Disadvantages PhosphatePowdered Detergents Perform well in hard or soft water. 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 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. May be difficult to dissolve, especially in cold water. Should not be used in cold water.
THE RESULTS OF CONTmED USE OF CAmONATE DETERGENTS Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonate type non-phosphate detergent, you will most probably notice limestone* deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces. The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up. [f your water is VERY HARD (11 or more grains) and if you wash just a few loads a week, you may see limestone buildup in just a few months.
How to Partially Restore Clothes Once clothes have developed limestone deposits, they may & @ally restored by soaking in a solution of two cups (480 ml) of vineg~ in one gallon (3.8 liters) of hot tap water for 15 minutes. USE A PLAS~C CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in tie washer using detergent. CAUTIONS: ● ● ● Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer. The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain. Vinegar soak solution may reduce the wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.
~~ WATER—DO YOU ~VE IT? Before you can decide what to do about hard water, you need to know if you have it and, if so, how hard it is. If you live in a municipal area, contact your water company. c 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 (3.8 liters)” and means this: O to 3 grains per gallon (3.
Laundry Product and ~pe BLEACH Chlorine liquid such as Clorox brand Non-chlorine such as Clorox 2 brand FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Downy Brand Wash additive such as Rain Barrel brand SANITIZER Chlorine bleach such as Clorox brand How to Use it Special Instructions Dilute bleach with at least one quart (().96 liters) 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 ~MOVE STAmS 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 chart on the next page, and use only recommended methods. Check the care label instructions that came with the garment. ● ● c 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.
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. Use dull tool to carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * then launder. Same as white and bleachable fabrics Antiperspirants, Deodorants Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page.
QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED GARMENTS GRAYED CLOTHES POSSIBLE CAUSE ● 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.
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 previous page. Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for smaller loads. “ Detergent dissolves too slowly.
THE PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) PROBLEM SHRINKAGE, KNITS POSSIBLE CAUSE ● 9 ● WRINKLING IN PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS 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.
w ● ● PROBLEM SNAGS, HOLES TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR (continued) POSSIBLE CAUSE 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. Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments before washing and mend all rips and tears.
rA ● THE PROBLEM SOLVER ● PROBLEM WASHER IS NOISY (continued) I POSSIBLE CAUSE ● 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. 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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II YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER I WARRANTY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period. WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, patis and service labor in your home to repair or replace any pafi of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
