Washer Problem Solver.......................l5-l9 Safe~ instructions....................3, 4 More questions ?...call GE Answer Center@ 80~626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Bleach Dispenser ..............................,............7 Control Settings..............................................6 Cycle Descriptions .........................................5 Cycle Times .....................................................6 Energy-Saving Tips ........................................
~LP US mLP 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 WARN~&To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or ~ury to persons when using your appiiance, follow basic precautions, including the foiiowing: *Use this appliance oniy for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book. This washer must be properly \ + i’i 9 instaiied and located in accordance w.
m h fiot operate tis appliance if it is damagd Keep dl laundry aids (such as m-ctioning, partiWy disassembled, or has detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, missing or broken parts, including a damaged etc.) out of the reach of chilbn, prefembly in a locked cabinet. cord or plug. m Observe W warnings on container Q Never c~mb on or stand on the washer top. labels to avoid. mrsonti iniw.
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 andor 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 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. WWA7600S I NO flMAL Fmr . ● ~ Regular ?,RMPRESS Peman9nt Press MED G:;;E \ @ y:~H ~ ‘MALLm@m”n’E’:mwM COLD wARM Speed @ T 0 ‘ ” WASU Load S;ze o ‘N”:~ o @ ‘Knits LIG”TSO,L RINSE HEAW N08MAL \ ,“,, s,0,,0,,,,,,“s,,0s,,, s;xc”.,~~..
How to Use the Bleach Dispenser 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 p~wdered bleach into the bleach dispenser. Measure bleach carefully. See manufacturer’s instructions. ● Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser. ● Do not overfill or allow dispenser to oveflow. Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage.
SUGGESTED FABWC AND CYCLE SETTINGS Cycle Suggested For Clothes LoaWabrics such as: Permanent Press & Knits ● ● ● Regular Synthetics WasMSpin Speed Normal/Fast Permanent press, treated cottons, blends with cottons Down-filled garments, if machine washing is recommended* ● Pillows** ● Cottons and linens ● Denims ● Blankets*** ● Baby clothes (sturdy) Gentle/Slow Normal/Fast Special Instructions *Down-filled garments Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment’s warmth.
Sort by Surface Texture Separate ro 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. ro 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 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.
HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHO~D YOU USE? u 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.
OTHER 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 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. Use dull tool to curefill~ scrape ofas much adhesive or gum us possible, 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. If stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder.
QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE m OR RESDUE ● ON CLO~S hcorreet sorting of clothes. Sepwate ht 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.
T~ PROBLEM SOL~R (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE GRA~ CLOmS (continued) * Irnpro~r 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 srndler loads.
— PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SH~~GE, ● mms Wmmmam PERM~NT PRESS AND “NO-~ON” ~MS Relmtiun shfl~age can owur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched md elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment maybe pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle. ● -ive or delayed s~nkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering, This may dso be noticed in older garments that have Wen washed many times without previous shrinkage.
Tm PROBLEM SOLmR (continued) PROBLEM SNAGS, HOLES, ~ARS, ~S OR EXCESSI~ WAR (continued) POSSIBLE CAUSE ● Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and toflet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse ~1 towels and otier articles that came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals. c As permanent press garments age, they may show fraying at co~ars and cuffs.
PROBLEM I WA~R LEAKS Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets. ● Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facfiity. ● Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in Place and - front jam nuts tight. See your Insttiation Ins~ctions, ● 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 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, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
