Useand Care Guide Washer ❑ ● Safe~lnstructions ..,.................3,4 Problem Solver...20..................2o-24 More questions ?.,.call GE Answer Centerm 800.626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Bleach Dispenser............................................8 \ Controls Setting Guide .............,...............6,7 r Cycle Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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, follow 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.
~ORTANT SAFETY ~STRUCTIONS m (continued) Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. Never climb on or stand on the washer top. 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. The laundry process can reduce the I’t flame retardancy of fabrics.
Sorting and Loading (continued) “ ● Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator. Lint will collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is finsihed. See How to Use the Bleach Dispenser section for information about the bleach dispenser. ● ● For information on bleaches and fabric softeners, see Other Laundry Products section. Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open. Setting the Controls Use the Controls Setting Guide to help you make the proper selections.
CONTROLS SETTING GUDE Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads Load Wash Water Temperature Cycle Cycle Setting Cottons” and Linens White/Colorl’as(” Bright/Noncolorl’ast” Hot or Warm W2rm or Cold Regular Cycles Regular Cycles Normal Se(ting Normal or l,i~ht Soil Setting Work Clothes Heuvy soil H()[ Regular Cycles Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Normal for small loads; Heavy for all other loads Normal Setting Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,” Blends with Cottons” Hefivy or oily soil A
I Bleach Special Instructions I 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. I White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Small loads reduce wrinkling.
OPEMT~G ~STRUCTIONS (continued) How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan ● The Filter-Flo pan is the lint filter. Position the Filter-Flo .:,:,,::::::::’::c:::>::;::,:... pan on the agitator after ....:.,,. the washer. Lint is . ... ... . .. .... ... .. .. . . g . : . ; . . . : .. : , . , . . , : : , : . , . ,:.,:,:. ~ easily seen and removed . . . . . . . . . .. . . . after the wash is finished.
~pical Mini-Basket ~b Wash Loads ● ● Small loads of regular fabrics (up to 2fi pounds) (1 .125 kg). Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate hand-washables. ● Stuffed toys. ● Tennis shoes. How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabrics or Delicate Hand-Washables 1. Remove the Filter-Flo pan. 2. Place Mini-Basket tub on agitator.
E~RGY-SA~G TmS If your clothes and household items don’t look clean and fresh after washing, you will probably rewash 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 Hot Wash—up to 150°F. (65°C.~n a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles-such as work and play clothes.
Sort by Sufiace 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 i Lint Producers from \ Lint Collectors LJ J L me For more information on lint control, see The Problem Solver section. Sort by Fabric [ Separate %= Cottons & # Perm Press % Synthetlw & %= Dellcates from from ~ co~ons & from % OIY Knits Linens Blendj LJ LJ L .
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 clothe+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-PhosphatePowdered 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.
T~ RES~TS OF CONT~D USE OF CA~ONATE 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. If your 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 to Partially Restore Clothes Once clothes have developed limestone deposits, they may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of two cups (480 ml) of vinegar in one gallon (3.8 liters) of hot tap water for 15 minutes. USE A PLAS~C CO~~R. Then wash clothes in the 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.
~RD 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. 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 C1orox brand How to Use It Special Instructions Use your bleach dispenser. See How to Use Your Bleach Dispenser section. 1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes.
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. Test stain removal product on a hidden inside seam or on a sample of the materiai. Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains. It can set some stains. 3.
Stain Other Washable Fabrics White and Bleachable Fabrics See Controls Setting Guide. 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. Antiperspirants, Wodorants Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page.
QUESTIONS? USE TmS PROBLEM SOL~R PROBLEM LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES POSSIBLE CAUSE ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED GARMENTS GRAYED CLOTHES 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.
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 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 also be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage.
PROBLEM SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR (continued) POSSIBLE CAUSE ● ● ● ● ● ● HEAVILY SOILED AREAS such as collars and cuffs WASHER WON’T OPERATE 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.
T~ PROBLEM SOL~R (continued) 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 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.
CAm Am CLEAN~G USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The ~b. The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers. The Exterior. 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 to prevent freezing. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. For Long Vacations.
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER WARRANTY Save proof of orlglnal purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establlsh warranty period. 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 pafi of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
