Contents Agitator Appliance Registration Bleach Dispenser Care and Cleaning Consumer Services Controls Setting Guicle Cycle Settings Detergents & Other Additives 26 2 Problem Solver Safety Instructions 8 ~~ Sorting Clothes Stains 27 6, 7 .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. .rNAWARNING–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 iti intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book. To minimize the possibility of injury: c Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
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P‘d Regular Cycles— Pre Wash Cycle+ For most cottons, linens and work and play clothes with normal soiling. For soaking clothes pri r to the wash cycle. r Cycles 7F Sak CYC/# ● U6HT ~=~+ =% SW m ■ ● OFF For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. A second rinse is provided to help remove the additional detergent that’s required for these soils. See page 15. 0 _ lmw J + ● SON WnmAl Extra Clean Cycle with Auto Extra Rinse- O* ● AumEx~RWsE o~ ●* STMI Rewd * /.
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Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels -4!!! Bleach Spe.cial Instructions Liquid chlorine type. If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended on page 15. Use Extra Clean Cycle with Auto Extra Rinse, Heavy or Normal Soil Setting. See page 5. Only non-chlorine bleach when needed. White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Non-colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 15.
Howto use the Bleach Dispenser Energy-Saving 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 Hot Wash—up to 150°F.—on a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles-such as work and play clothes.
Howto use the Fabric Softener Dispenser Howto use the Soak cycle How to use the Filter-Flo” Pan r F Regular ■. Cycles Soak Cycle . P PRESS . KNITS - I ● “0 LIGHT SOIL NORMAL 8 , 9 HEAvY —w < “&l\ Q, ● ● HEA: NORMAL r==” ● Position the Fabric Softener Dispenser on the Filter-Flo pan. c Pour manufacturer’s recommended amount of fabric softener into a standard measuring cup. Add enough water to fill the cup 1/2 full. ● Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.
... . . . --- . .. .. . . .. . .. . . ____ How to use the Mini-Baske~Mtub The Mini-Basket~ tub, designed for small loads of regular fabrics or delicate hand-washabks, can be used with any cycle except the SOAKcycle. 4. Load clothes into the Mini-Basket tub. See page 11 for sorting help. & Close lid and set controls as follows: EXTRAIARGE ~RGE /‘ Typical Mini-BaskeVMtub wash loads ● ( MEDIUM 9 ● RESET , MINtBASKET \ e Small loads of regular fabrics SMALL”* (up to 2% pounds).
How to sort the clothes f!?Sort by surface texture I Separate Sort by soil It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing. Separate . w w Lint Producers m from I from w LINT PRODUCERS— Such as terry toweling and chenille—give up lint. from e Separate See page 20 “The Problem Solver:’ Soaking and Pre-treating— a good way to loosen deep soils and stains.
Howto load your washer Special recommendations for washing permanent press if you do not have a dryer. ‘ If you are machine-washing Permanent Press clothes that you plan to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash process: ● Be carefhl not to overload washer. Permanent Press clothes must have ample room to move freely. A Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that should be washed. . Use more water than you would for a regular load.
Factors to consider in selecting detergents and soap 4!!9 Products Advantages Disadvantages Phosphate— Powdered 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.
.- -- ‘“-7 The results of continued use of carbonate dete~ents Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonate type nonphosphate 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.
Howmuch detergent shouldyouuse? 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. If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds, switch to a low sudsing detergent brand, and follow instructions on package. Amount required varies according to: 1. Water hardness 2. Amount of soil 3. Size of load 4. Type of detergent 5.
Hard water-do you have 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. If your water is SOFT, you have no problem. You can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget all about hard water. If you have HARD water-less than 10 grains– and you use phosphate detergent, you also have no problem.
Otherlaundrvtxoducts o WA Laundry productandtype How to use it Special instructions BLEACH Chlorine Liquid suchasClorox brand Use your Bleach Dispenser according to instructionson page8. 1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washeror ondry clothes. 2) Some oftoday’s washable fabrics should not bechlorine bleached such as: 100% cotton flame-retardant children’s sleepwear, silk, wool, mohair, spandex, leather, or non-fast colors. Dilute bleach before using on any fabric.
How to remove stains 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 material. ● Avoid use of hot water on unknown stain. It can set some stains. 3.
Stain removal guide White and Bleachable Fabrics See Control Setting Guide, Bleach on Page 7 Other Wwhable 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 A white and bleachable fabrics. Anti-perspirants, Deodorants Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page.
Questions? Use This Problem Solver PROBLEM POSSH3LE CAUSEAND REMED17 LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES ● Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint-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 w ith hardness minerals to form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE .AXD RENIEDY GRAYED CLOTHES ● Insufficient detergent. You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is larger than normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is large or if water is Hard to Extremely Hard. ● Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at 140°-1500F. Do not wash when other hot water needs—such as dishwashing or family baths—are heavy. ● Poor or inferior detergent.
The Problem Solver ~.t,.t,..~~~ PROBLE>I POSSIBLE YELLOWED CLOTHES (continued) ● Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. LTseoxygen bleach (such us Clorox 2 brmd). Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ C~re instructions. Restore color using color remover [such as Rit or Tintex brands), follow package directions. ● C,ICSE AND RE3HH3Y Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots. 1.
POSSIBLECAUSEANDREMEDY PROBLEM WRINKLINGIN - PERMANENT’ PRESS AND “NO-IRON’ [TEMS Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling ● stops. Removeand hang clothes immediately. . T~ m~y clothes in &yer. Dry only one washer load at a time. DO not combine 10ds. ● Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses. Do not wash Permanent Press with regular laundry. s Tm many clothes in washer.
The Problem Solver (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SNAGS,HOLES, ‘l%&S,m “OR EXCESSIVE ● As Permanent Press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process. It is not caused by WEAR washer.Youcan slowthis processby washingsmallPermanentPress loads with a Large Water Level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press. (continued) Remove collar stays, when possible.
! PROBLIGY1 \ WATER WON’T ~ DRAIN t ~ WATER LEAKS ● Make sure drain hose is not kinked. ● Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. above tloor. ● iMake sure hose connections are tight at faucets. @Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility. ~ WASHER IS NOISY I i ● Make sure washer is level and firm to the ~loor with rubber foot pads in place and front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.
Care and CIeaning USER MAINTENANCE How to remove limestone deposits from clogged Filter Flo* pan INSTRUCTIONS The tub. 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. \*/ .
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER 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, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
