GE Washer Dryer WSM2420S User Manual

Problem Solver ......................2 O-24  
More questions  
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GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000  
Operating Instructions, Tips  
Operating the  
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Preparation  
Agitator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .....................7  
Control  
Detergents and Additives  
O, 11  
Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Cycle Descriptions .....................................5  
Cycle  
Loading the Washer .................................6, 8  
SortingClothes..........................................6,9  
Energy-SavingTips....................................7  
Fabric and Cycle Settings .........................8  
Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Stain Removal Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Lint  
18  
Soak  
Washer Lid Latch ........................................6  
Operating the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17  
Air Fluff Drying .........................................1 5  
Automatic and Timed Drying ...............15  
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Energy-Saving Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Fabric and Cycle Settings ......................1 6  
Lint Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 18  
Consumer Services ..................27  
ApplianceRegistration.................................2  
Important Phone Numbers .......................27  
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2  
Repair Service  
Cover  
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Soiling........ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 17  
Care and  
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Storage’and Vacation  
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User Maintenance Instructions ...............21  
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using your  
Save time and money.  
Write down the model  
and serial numbers.  
You’ll find them on a label on the  
inside of the door or the rating  
plate on top of the dryer.  
Laundry,  
Before you request service . . .  
check the Problem Solver  
section. It lists causes of minor  
operating problems that you can  
correct yourself.  
read this book carefully.  
It is intended to help you  
operate and maintain your  
new appliance properly.  
These numbers are also on the  
Consumer Product Ownership  
Keep it handy for answers to  
your questions.  
If you received a  
damaged appliance...  
Immediately contact the dealer (or  
builder) that sold you the appliance.  
Registration  
that came with  
your appliance. Before sending in  
this card, please write these  
numbers here:  
If you don’t understand something  
or need more help, write (include  
your phone number):  
Consumer Affairs  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
Model Number  
Number  
Use these numbers in any  
correspondence or service  
calls concerning your appliance.  
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For your safety the information this manual must be  
to  
the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of Me.  
—Do not store or use  
flammable vapors and liquids in the  
vicinity of this or other  
TO DO YOU  
. Do not try to light any appliance.  
Do not touch any switch;  
do not any phone in your building.  
the room, or area  
occupants.  
or other  
.
your gas  
neighbor’s phone.  
instructions.  
from a  
the  
GAS  
you  
reach your gas supplier,  
the fire department  
—Instigation  
by a qualified  
the  
service must be performed  
service agency or  
All washing and drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care  
Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.  
If You Need Service  
To obtain service, see the  
Consumer Services page  
in the back of this book.  
First, contact the people who  
FINALLY, if your problem  
is still not resolved, write:  
serviced your appliance. Explain  
why you are not pleased. In most  
cases, this will solve the problem.  
Major Appliance Consumer  
Action Panel  
We’re proud of our service and  
want you to be pleased. If for some  
reason you are not happy with the  
service you receive, here are three  
steps to follow for further help.  
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,  
write all the details—including  
your phone number—to:  
20 North  
Drive  
Chicago, IL 60606  
Manager, Consumer Relations  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
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Warning-To reduce the risk of fire,  
electric shock, or injury to persons when  
using your appliance, follow  
When disconnecting this  
by the plug rather than the cord  
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to avoid damage to the cord or junction  
of cord and plug. Make sure that the cord is located  
so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or  
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.  
basic precautions, including the following:  
. Use this appliance only for its intended  
purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.  
This appliance must be properly  
To Minimize the Possibility  
of a Fire Hazard  
and located in accordance with  
,
the Installation Instructions before it is  
used. If you did not receive an Installation  
Instructions sheet with your  
Exhaust  
Installation Instructions.  
Use only metal duct inside for exhausting dryer  
to the outside. USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER  
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A  
appliance, you can obtain one by calling, toll  
free, the GE Answer Center 800.626.2000.  
OR OTHER  
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A  
COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE  
USE OR  
PUNCTURED  
IF  
—Properly ground to conform with all governing  
codes and ordinances. Follow  
Installation Instructions.  
in  
where the temperature is above  
for satisfactory operation of the  
control system. Do not install or store  
Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber,  
plastic, or similar materials (such as padded bras,  
tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby  
pants, plastic bags, etc.) as these materials may  
melt or burn. Also, some rubber materials, when  
heated, can under certain circumstances produce  
fire by spontaneous combustion.  
the appliance where it  
weather.  
be exposed to the  
-Connect to a properly rated, protected  
and sized power  
electrical overload.  
circuit to avoid  
—Do not install against drapes or curtains.  
Do not store items that may burn or melt  
(such as clothing, paper material, plastics  
or plastic containers, etc.) on top of the appliance  
during the operation.  
Follow details in Installation Instructions.  
—Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY  
to prevent  
amounts  
of moisture and lint from being blown into the  
room. Carefully follow the details in the  
Garments labeled  
(such as life  
Away from Heat”  
containing Kapok)  
Installation  
If your appliance is  
must not be put in your dryer.  
vented to the outside, see special instructions in  
Care and Cleaning section. If this appliance has a  
gas dryer, it must be exhausted outside.  
Any article on which you have used a cleaning  
solvent, or which contains flammable materials  
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in  
beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)  
must not be placed in or near the dryer until all  
traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their  
fumes have been removed. There are many highly  
flammable items used in homes such as: acetone,  
denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some  
household cleaners, some spot removers,  
Do not repair or replace any  
part of the  
or attempt  
any servicing unless  
recommended in this Use and Care Book or  
in published user-repair instructions that you  
understand and have the  
to carry out.  
Turn off water faucets when the washer is not  
in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves,  
and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should  
or rupture.  
turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products  
containing petroleum distillates.  
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Clean the dryer lint filter before each load to  
prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or  
in the room. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER  
GAS  
is produced by the chemical action  
within your water heater and the  
in the water  
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WITHOUT THE  
IN PLACE.  
can  
pipes if hot water has not been used for a  
period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN  
GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE  
CIRCUMSTANCES. So to prevent the possibility  
of damage or injury, if you have not used hot  
water for two weeks or more, or move into a  
residence in which the hot water system may not  
Keep the area around and underneath  
your appliances free from the accumulation  
of combustible materials, such as lint, paper,  
rags, chemicals, etc.  
The interior of the machine and the exhaust  
duct connection inside the dryer should be  
cleaned periodically by a qualified individual.  
have been used for some time, turn on  
hot  
water faucets and  
them to run for several  
To Minimize the Possibility of Injury  
minutes before using any electrical  
which is connected to the hot water  
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids  
This  
such as vinegar  
rust remover. Mixing can  
any hydrogen gas to escape. Since the  
produce a toxic gas which may cause death.  
is flammable, do not smoke or use an open  
-
frame or appliance during this process.  
WARNING-Fire and  
Spontaneous Combustion Hazard  
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Never reach into washer while it is moving.  
Before loading, unloading or adding clothes,  
push the Cycle Selector knob in, then wait until  
the machine has completely stopped before  
opening the  
Never reach into the dryer while the  
drum is moving. Before loading, unloading  
or adding clothes, wait until the drum has  
completely stopped.  
Do not wash or  
items that are  
oil. These  
soiled with vegetable or  
items may contain some oil after laundering.  
Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke  
or catch fire by itself causing fire or a  
spontaneous combustion  
Do not wash or dry articles that have been  
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with  
combustible or explosive substances (such as,  
dry-cleaning  
. Do not wash or dry fiberglass articles in your  
appliance. Skin  
result from-the  
remaining glass particles that may be picked up by  
clothing during subsequent appliance uses.  
solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or  
explode.  
The laundry process can reduce  
the flame  
of fabrics.  
Do not add these substances to the wash water  
and do not use or store these substances  
around your washer and dryer during  
operation.  
manufacturer’s care instructions  
should be followed very carefully.  
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HOW TO  
YOUR WASHER  
Features and appearances may vary slightly  
WARNINGTO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your  
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.  
Load  
See How to Operate Your  
for the above Dryer controls  
Setting the Controls  
Temperature.  
Cycle Selector knob  
your selected wash setting.  
Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide  
to help you make the proper selections.  
clockwise to  
Select Water Level.  
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes.  
MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 2/3 full.  
LARGE: Over 2/3 full.  
Selector knob  
out to start the washer. If  
you wish to  
setting  
-.  
after washer has started, push  
Cycle Selector knob into stop  
the washer and reset to the new  
STOP  
For best cleaning results, the load must be able to move  
freely in the water. Too  
a load or too little water can  
cause wear or tear of load items.  
position. Setting can be changed at any time.  
To Add Items After Washer Has  
Washer Lid Latch  
Turn off the washer.  
Latch the washer lid.  
For easier loading convenience,  
use the washer lid latch.  
To hold the washer lid  
Add any additional articles by submerging them next  
to the agitator.  
up, lift the lid  
it  
snaps past the latch  
under the control panel.  
NOTE: When washing stockings, panty hose and  
other easily tangled items, always handle separately.  
To minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net  
laundry bag.  
To release the lid, push  
the lid latch up.  
LID  
How to Soak in Your Washer  
the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the  
soaking agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the washer  
(keep  
closed) and allow to soak for as long as desired.  
After desired soak period, pull out Cycle Selector knob to complete cycle.  
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Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)  
Cycle Times —  
NOTES:  
Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle.  
Total time does include water fill times. Fill times vary  
depending on household water pressure and your selected water level.  
Permanent Press  
Regular  
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16  
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Sorting and Loading  
Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color  
and amount of soil, according to instructions in How  
to Sort Clothes section.  
Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not  
to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.  
For information on how to use bleaches and fabric  
softeners, see Other Laundry Products section.  
Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents  
section for information on detergents and other  
laundry additives.  
Close the lid. Washer will fill but not spin with the  
lid open.  
Manual Clean Lint Filter  
2. Wash or wipe the filter  
clean in the bottom of the  
agitator barrel. The  
Clean the filter at the bottom of the agitator after  
every load for the best filtering results.  
NOTE: The load type will vary  
the amount of lint build-up.  
is not removable.  
3. Replace the agitator barrel  
To clean:  
and snap it in to place.  
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1. Lift off the agitator barrel.  
MANUAL CLEAN  
LINT FILTER  
AGITATOR-BARREL (,  
FOR YOUR  
Always rinse in cold water. The temperature  
If your clothes and household items don’t  
clean  
of the rinse does not affect cleaning.  
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  
detergent and choose a water temperature warm  
enough to release and get rid of soil.  
Wash in off-peak utility hours. Your local utility  
can tell you which are the off-peak hours.  
Use your washer’s Normal Spin. This will remove  
more water during spin, which will shorten drying  
cycle to save more energy.  
Try to wash less often. Save articles of the same  
type of fabric until you have a full load.  
If you must wash smaller loads, adjust the amount  
of water.  
loads should have lower water levels.  
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SUGGESTED  
CYCLE  
FOR YOUR WASHER  
For Clothes  
such as:  
Cycle Suggested  
Permanent Press &  
Synthetics  
Permanent press, treated cottons,  
blends with cottons  
Down-filled garments, if machine  
washing is recommended*  
Baby clothes (delicate)  
Lingerie  
Cottons and linens  
Denims  
Baby clothes (sturdy)  
Special Instructions  
*Down-filled  
Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment’s warmth. WASH  
SEPARATELY. Wet down gives off an odor which maybe absorbed by other garments.  
Odor disappears when garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent  
or a paste made of water and powdered detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 garments  
at a time or add towels to balance. GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.  
HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER  
Load clothes dry.  
This illustration, with clothes just  
reaching the Clothes Retaining  
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.  
Take a properly sorted group of  
clothes and drop them loosely in  
the wash basket in this order:  
items—like sheets. Do  
not wrap around the agitator.  
Small items—like  
washcloths.  
Medium size items—like  
towels.  
What is the best size load of  
clothes—large, medium, or  
small? Save time, energy and  
detergent by avoiding extra use of  
the washer. Try to wash a full load  
of clothes. If you can it is better to  
save clothes until you have a full  
load. If you must wash smaller  
loads, save water, energy and  
detergent by adjusting the water  
level for the size of the load. See  
Operating Instructions.  
DO NOT OVERLOAD YOUR  
WASHER.  
Try to mix large and small items  
in each machine  
washing action.  
for better  
Wash large items (blankets, bed  
spreads, mattress pads, etc.)  
separately.  
If machine is overloaded, you  
may experience  
or  
out of balance conditions.  
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Sort by  
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.  
For more information on lint control, see The  
Problem Solver section.  
Sort by Fabric  
In addition to sorting to  
reduce  
collection,  
it is recommended  
that fabrics of similar  
construction be  
washed together  
whenever possible.  
Sort by Soil  
Sort by Color  
For instructions  
on different fabrics  
and loads, see the  
Fabric and Cycle  
Settings guide.  
Separate  
It pays to check and prepare  
clothes for washing.  
EXTRA CLEANING  
Soaking can be either a completely  
separate washing step or a  
preliminary step to a complete wash  
cycle. For detailed information on  
how to soak in your washer, see  
How to Use the Soak Cycle.  
(See Tips to Help You Select  
Settings section for instructions.)  
Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,  
zip zippers, and fasten snaps,  
hooks and buttons.  
See Stain Removal Guide.  
See Fabric and Cycle Settings guide.  
See The Problem Solver section.  
Do any necessary mending—rips,  
hems, tears.  
FOR  
ON  
SOAKING AGENTS, see Other  
Laundry Products Guide.  
Soaking and Pretreating-a good  
way to loosen deep soils and  
Check all items for areas of heavy  
soil or stain.  
Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing  
in a small amount of liquid  
detergent or a paste made of water  
and powdered detergent or soap.  
For best results, wait 1/2 hour  
before washing.  
A thorough soaking with detergent  
or special soaking agent is another  
way to remove heavy soils,  
Remove stains. See Stain  
Removal Guide.  
Turn  
knits inside-out to  
embedded dirt and even some stains.  
minimize fabric surface damage.  
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HOW DETERGENT  
YOU USE?  
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.  
Amount required varies  
according to:  
If the recommended amount of  
detergent produces too many suds,  
How to use detergent;  
granular, powdered or liquid:  
switch to a lower  
detergent  
1. Water hardness  
For best results, add detergent to  
the wash basket before loading  
clothes. If you load your clothes  
first, add detergent next to the  
agitator.  
brand, and follow instructions  
on package.  
2.  
of soil  
3. Size of load  
4. Type of detergent  
5. Wash temperature  
Using too little  
detergent is a  
common cause  
of laundry  
Use more detergent if  
you have...  
problems.  
measure detergent  
in a standard measuring cup.  
Alway
1. Hard water  
2. Large loads  
3. Greasy or oily soils  
4. Lower wash temperature  
5. Low phosphate detergent  
WATER—DO YOU 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 your water is  
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  
grains—and you use phosphate detergent, you  
have no problem.  
If you live in a municipal area, contact your  
water company.  
But, if you have more than 10 grains, you will need  
to soften your water with either...  
If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas,  
contact your county agent.  
1. An installed water softener in your home, or  
2. The use of a packaged water softener.  
The answer will be “you have ‘so many grains’ per  
gallon (3.8 liters).” This means:  
O to 3.5 grains per gallon (3.8  
For information on water softeners, see the  
manufacturer’s recommendations.  
3.6 to 7 grains—HARD  
7.1 to 10.5 grains—VERY HARD  
10.6 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD  
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Laundry  
Product and  
How to Use It  
Special Instructions  
BLEACH  
Chlorine liquid  
such as Clorox brand  
Pour diluted bleach next to the agitator.  
1) Dilute bleach before  
undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer  
or on dry clothes.  
on any fabric. Do not pour  
2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine  
bleached such as: silk, wool,  
or non-fast colors.  
3) Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions.  
Follow package directions.  
Put bleach into washer with detergent.  
1) May be used on most fabrics. Test fabric first.  
Non-chlorine such as  
Clorox 2 brand  
FABRIC SOFTENERS  
Rinse additive such as  
Downy Brand  
Follow package directions  
for diluting softeners.  
1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.  
2) Reduces static electricity.  
3) Use the following manufacturer’s direction. Too  
much may cause a hard, rough feeling on some clothes.  
4) Do not pour directly on clothes.  
SANITIZER  
Use in case of infection  
and contagious disease.  
See under Bleach above  
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses.  
Chlorine bleach  
such as Clorox brand  
WATER SOFTENER  
Non-precipitating  
Follow package directions.  
Add at start of wash cycle.  
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping  
water clear.  
such as  
brand  
F
O11OW package directions.  
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate  
Precipitating such as  
Borax brand  
which gives cloudy or  
appearance to water.  
Add at start of wash cycle.  
SOAK AGENT  
For best results, soak garments a minimum of 30 minutes.  
Follow package directions.  
Such as  
brand  
PRE-TREATING, STAIN  
AND SPOT REMOVERS  
package directions. Treat only  
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’  
care labels for instructions.  
CAUTION: Washer control panels and finishes may  
be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain  
remover products if such products are sprayed on or have  
direct contact with the washer. Apply these pre-treatment  
products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed  
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pre-treatment  
products is not covered by your warranty.  
Such as  
and  
Wash  
brands  
TINTS AND DYES  
Powdered such as  
and Tin[ex brands  
package directions.  
NOTE: Tinted garments may  
not be colorfast. Wash separately.  
washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go  
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,  
1/2 cup (120 ml) detergent, cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe  
exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in  
washer. Subsequent washings  
but may never eliminate it.  
reduce discoloration  
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HOW TO  
1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible.  
Test stain removal product on a hidden  
inside seam or on a sample of the material.  
The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.  
2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take  
these steps:  
Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains.  
It can set some stains.  
Find the fabric in the chart on the next page,  
3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.  
and use only recommended methods.  
4. Wash with recommended amount of  
or detergent.  
.
Check the care label instructions that came with  
the garment.  
Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White  
Fabrics  
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one  
(3.8 liters) of cool  
water—approximately  
a sink or pan. Soak stained area  
for 5 minutes and launder in washer.  
The Case of the “Invisible”  
If these stains are not completely removed in the wash,  
the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.  
Then they will become very visible and you may think  
they were caused by the wash cycle itself.  
Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments  
may cause stains which are virtually invisible and  
which you may not notice as you put your clothes  
into the washer.  
Once These  
Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?  
Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes.  
Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.  
How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash”  
Increase the amount of detergent normally used.  
Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.  
Wash synthetic garments more often.  
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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  
scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible.  
with a safe dry cleaning fluid,* then launder.  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.  
Antiperspirants,  
Deodorants  
Apply undiluted  
detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics  
except use non-chlorine bleach.  
according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder. If color has changed,  
you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia.**  
Rinse thoroughly.  
Blood  
Soak in  
water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,  
or soak in cool water, then  
launder.  
according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder.  
Chocolate, Cream,  
Ice Cream and Milk  
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;  
undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according  
to the Stain Removal Hint; launder.  
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe  
cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted liquid  
detergent. Launder in warm water.  
Coffee and Tea  
with warm water. If stain remains,  
Without cream:  
launder. With cream:  
according to the Stain Removal Hint;  
guide directions for cream.  
apply warm  
let stand 30  
minutes and rinse well, or sponge with a  
safe dry cleaning fluid. * Launder.  
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid.*  
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal  
Hint; launder.  
undiluted  
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.*  
Then launder in warm detergent water.  
Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,  
Lipstick. Mascara, Liquid  
or Pancake Makeup,  
Powder; Crayon; Grease,  
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil  
Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,  
Wine, Vegetables or Food  
Coloring  
Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to  
Stain Removal Hint; launder.  
Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining  
stain with non-chlorine bleach.  
undiluted liquid  
while they are fresh. before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.)  
If type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal  
Launder. (Treat  
spots  
Sponge with warm water.  
undiluted  
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,  
Mildew, Scorch  
Bleach remaining stain  
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.  
mildew stains c a n se ld om  
Hint; launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)  
removed. Scorch can seldom  
be removed.  
Ink, Ballpoint  
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and  
sponge with dry cleaning fluid,* or use spray cleaner. Apply  
undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains: Bleach according to the  
Stain Removal Hint; launder.  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics  
launder using non-chlorine bleach.  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.  
Paint and Varnish  
Perspiration  
Soften with oil or petroleum jelly, then sponge with  
banana  
Launder in warm water.  
in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach  
with non-chlorine bleach.  
Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If  
has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with  
ammonia or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with safe dry  
cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint;  
launder,  
manufacturer’s directions. Rinse  
Apply rust remover,  
Same as white and  
fabrics.  
Rust  
launder.  
c le a ning fluid s  
are in a well ventilated room when  
fluid should be used unless user is  
to toxic. be sure  
bleach with ammonia acids such  
and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce toxic  
which may cause death.  
A
them. No cleaning  
with the limitations  
label). Use extreme caution  
and required cautions (usually printed  
with flammable compounds.  
Save and refer to garment manufacturers care labels.  
Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials  
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) washed in washer.  
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HOW TO  
YOUR DRYER  
WARNINGTO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your  
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.  
Load Size  
I
How to Operate Your Washer section for the above Washer controls.  
,
Check the Lint Filter  
3. ROLL lint off the screen with  
Clean the lint filter each time the dryer is used.  
Always be sure the lint filter is in place.  
your fingers. Do not  
wash the screen.  
or  
Do not run the dryer with the lint screen  
4. Replace the cover on the body  
loose, damaged, blocked or missing. Doing  
A
of the lint screen.  
so can cause overheating, damage fabrics  
and be a fire hazard.  
5. Before replacing the lint  
screen, remove any lint from  
the wire mesh on the back  
wall (behind the lint screen).  
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. . .  
The lint screen is located inside  
the dryer drum, on the back wall.  
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1“  
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To clean:  
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SQUEEZE BODY;  
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6. Push the lint screen straight  
back until it snaps into place.  
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PULL COVER OFF  
1. Use the finger holes to pull  
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the lint screen straight out.  
PULL STRAIGHT OUT  
2. Lightly squeeze the body,  
as shown while pulling the cover off.  
Sort and Load the Clothes  
If you do mix various types of fabrics in your load,  
set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics and  
remove when dry. Reset controls for the remaining  
heavier fabrics.  
Good sorting for the dryer begins at the washer.  
Generally, if clothes are sorted right for washing,  
they’re sorted right for drying. See the How to Sort  
the Clothes section.  
Set the Controls  
See the Suggested Fabric and Drying Selections guide.  
Start Button.  
Press the Start button to start the dryer. (Opening  
Cycle Selector.  
Turn the Cycle Selector to the desired cycle setting.  
The selector may be turned in either direction.  
the door  
restart,  
operation stops the dryer. To  
the door and press the Start button.)  
NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (electric,  
natural gas or  
gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and  
condition of exhaust ducts.  
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Polyester Knits & Permanent Press Drying Tips  
DO NOT  
Garments being dried or  
REMOVE CLOTHES  
PLACE ON  
PROMPTLY—To help prevent  
wrinkling, remove clothes from  
the dryer promptly at the end of  
the drying cycles.  
Permanent press and polyester  
knit garments look best if placed  
on hangers after drying.  
should tumble freely.  
The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying  
Automatic Drying  
Timed Drying. When  
the Timed Cycles, you  
select the number of minutes you wish the dryer to  
run and it turns off at the end of this time period. The  
last 5 minutes of this cycle are without heat. This  
helps make the load easier to handle.  
When using the Automatic cycles, the  
Automatic  
Control system continually senses  
the temperature of the air in the dryer drum. Wet  
laundry keeps the air cool. When laundry is dry  
enough (and the drum air warm enough) the heat  
turns off. When the air cools, the heat turns back on.  
This off and on cycling may happen a number of  
times (depending on the fabric, load size and Cycle  
Selector setting). The Cycle Selector advances (when  
Air Fluff cycle. The dryer does not heat when the  
Cycle Control knob is set in AIR FLUFF. This cycle  
can be used to fluff or air dry bedding, plastic  
tablecloths, foam rubber pillows, stuffed toys,  
sneakers, etc.  
the heat is  
until it automatically turns off dryer.  
Do not dry plastic or rubber items with heat.  
Auto Regular. Use this cycle to dry heavy and  
medium weight cotton items. The load tumbles  
without heat during the last 5 minutes. This helps  
make the load easier to handle.  
Use AIR FLUFF setting, or line dry. Failure  
to do so could result in fire or damaged items.  
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Auto Permanent Press. Use this cycle to dry  
permanent press, knits and other synthetic items. The  
load tumbles without heat during the last 10 minutes.  
This helps keep wrinkles from setting in and makes  
the load easier to handle.  
Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles  
Set to NORMAL Position  
Set toward More Dry  
Set toward Less Dry  
Energy  
automatic setting.  
For loads that include  
weight fabrics.  
. For  
weight fabric loads.  
For most normal loads.  
If you desire to remove  
If you desire to remove  
more moisture.  
less moisture.  
For very small loads.  
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SUGGESTED  
AND SELECTIONS  
For Clothes  
such as:  
Cycle Suggested  
Automatic Regular  
Cottons and linens  
Down-filled garments, if machine  
washing and drying is recommended  
Permanent press fabrics with cotton  
Synthetics  
Automatic Permanent  
Press & Knits  
Silks and wools  
Rayon and acetate  
Timed  
Pillows*  
The terms High, Medium and Low Heat are those usually found on  
fabric care labels. For best results,  
your specific fabric care label.  
Special Instructions  
Refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels for more information.  
*Pillows  
Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape.  
DRY ONLY ONE PILLOW AT A TIME. Set dryer for maximum time. Stop  
dryer occasionally and shake pillow to redistribute filling for more even drying.  
Check pillow at end of drying time—if not completely dry, return pillow to dryer  
and reset for more  
time. Feather pillows dry very slowly and must be dried  
completely to prevent mildew. DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing kapok.  
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Sort by  
Texture  
.
LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and  
chenille—give up lint.  
.
Separate  
Lint  
Lint  
LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and  
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract  
lint. These must be dried separately.  
from  
Producers  
Sort by Fabric  
In addition to  
sorting to reduce  
Separate  
lint collection, we  
recommend that you  
wash fabrics of similar  
construction together  
whenever possible.  
Sort by Color  
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.
Separate  
m
Non-  
from  
Sort by Weight  
For information on tumble drying extra large  
items and different fabrics and loads, see the  
Suggested Fabrics and Drying Selections guide.  
.
.
Separate  
Items  
(such as  
towels)  
Light Items  
(such as  
from  
FOR YOUR DRYER  
To help prevent ironing, remove garments  
immediately at end of drying-cycle and place  
on hangers.  
Sort clothes by weight so you won’t have to  
run an extra cycle for one or two heavier,  
drying items.  
Dry your clothes in consecutive loads.  
a
Do not overload dryer. The drum should be no more  
than half full of wet articles. For efficient drying,  
clothes need to tumble freely. Overloading prolongs  
drying time and produces uneven  
“warm” dryer will save energy.  
Clean lint filter each time you dry.  
Clean dryer exhaust  
at least once a year. A  
Use Automatic  
Cycle whenever possible  
and save energy.  
partially clogged exhaust can lengthen drying time.  
to help prevent  
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS  
Wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth. Occasionally  
wash it with mild soap and water and then apply  
Keep the area around and underneath your appliance  
free of combustible materials such as lint, paper,  
a
coat of appliance polish to help preserve  
the finish.  
Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry  
to reduce the possibility of slipping.  
For long vacations  
Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all  
water from hoses if the appliance will be exposed to  
freezing weather.  
Always shut off the  
on vacation.  
valve before leaving  
Winterizing instructions for your washer:  
The washer cannot be operated in freezing  
temperatures. Before you store the appliance,  
remove water from all parts of the washer.  
1. Turn off water supply faucets. Disconnect hoses  
4. Let the washer spin for or 2 minutes to let all the  
from faucets and drain.  
water drain out. Some but not all of the  
antifreeze  
be expelled.  
2. Add 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of non-toxic  
antifreeze  
(available from a hardware or recreational vehicle  
store) to the washer tub.  
5. Push in the timer knob, disconnect the electrical  
the tub interior, close the lid.  
3. Push the timer knob in, turn the knob to the  
to  
6. Store the appliance in an upright position.  
a spin cycle and pull the knob out.  
7. Before reusing washer, after storage, run washer  
through a cycle to rinse out the antifreeze.  
Washer  
Wash basket. After each use, leave the lid open to  
allow moisture to evaporate. Clean thoroughly with  
nonabrasive household cleanser to remove deposit  
left by heavily soiled clothes. Do not use harsh,  
gritty or abrasive cleaners.  
Lint Filter. Clean the filter at the bottom of the  
agitator after every load for the best filtering results.  
See section, How to Operate Your Washer.  
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Dryer  
If your dryer is exhausted to the outside, inspect and  
Electrical Shock and Personal Injury  
Hazard  
clean the dryer exhaust  
at least once a year.  
A
A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. When the  
dryer is not exhausted to the outside, this lint is more  
apt to accumulate in and near the dryer, which could  
create a fire hazard.  
Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the  
electrical power.  
Do not put hands inside the cabinet.  
Make sure the dryer is cool.  
How to reduce the possibility of a fire hazard, if  
your dryer (Gas dryers must be exhausted outside)  
is not exhausted to the outside:  
More than one person is required to lift, tilt  
or move the  
and size.  
because of its weight  
Clean the lint filter before every load. See How to  
Operate Your Dryer section.  
Failure to do so could result in electrical shock,  
injury or damage.  
Lint can  
inside the dryer and create a FIRE  
HAZARD. This lint should be removed at least  
every 2 or 3 years, or more often, depending on  
dryer usage.  
Cleaning should be done  
person.  
by a qualified  
1. Unplug unit from electrical supply or turn off  
electrical power.  
2. Remove back panel from dryer.  
Installation  
Instructions.)  
3. Avoid touching wires and thermostats  
4. Remove lint from boxed-in area with a soft brush  
or vacuum cleaner.  
5. Replace back panel, reconnect and level the  
appliance.  
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QUESTIONS?  
USE PROBLEM SOLVER  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
PROBLEM  
WASHER OR DRYER  
WON’T START  
Make sure controls are properly set and washer cycle selector is pulled out or dryer  
button is pushed.  
Appliance unplugged. Make sure cord is firmly plugged into electrical outlet.  
No power to appliance. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure appliance is  
getting current.  
Dryer door is open. Dryer will not run with. door open. Make sure washer lid is closed.  
Washer will fill but will not spin with lid open.  
sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.  
WON’T DRAIN  
WATER LEAKS  
Kinked or pinched hose. Check and correct.  
of drain outlet should be less than 6 feet above the floor.  
Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.  
Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted into and secured to drain facility.  
WASHER WON’T  
SPIN AND  
COMPLETE CYCLE  
Lid not closed. Washer will not progress through spin cycle with lid up. Make sure  
lid is closed.  
Load may have been excessively out of balance. Redistribute clothes and rerun through  
spin.  
CLOTHES ARE  
ABNORMALLY  
WET  
APPLIANCE IS  
NOISY  
Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin, and  
may cause it to move from its original position. To correct, open the lid and redistribute  
the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the  
“clicks” heard as timer advances during operation are normal.  
Uneven floor. Make sure appliance is level to floor.  
Faucets turned off. Make sure faucets are on and adjusted correctly.  
and  
Hoses kinked. Check and correct.  
Clogged screen in water valve. Unscrew  
hose from washer and clean screen if  
necessary. When reassembling, make hand tight plus 1/3 turn with pliers.  
WATER  
Faucets not adjusted to give desired temperature. Readjust them.  
TEMPERATURE  
INCORRECT  
Household water heater not set to deliver correct  
(60° to Reset it.  
to  
Water valve screens may be clogged. Remove inlet hoses from water valve. Clean  
the screens and reinstall the hoses.  
Make sure selector controls are properly set.  
Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets—hot to hot, cold to cold.  
Washer normally pauses about 1/2 minute in progressing from one portion of its cycle  
to the next.  
WASHER PAUSES  
IN CYCLE  
Alternate pauses in the agitation are normal in the delicate wash cycle. Agitation will  
resume in 1-2 minutes.  
The brief pause in the final spin of each cycle is  
operation for this washer.  
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POSSIBLE CAUSE  
PROBLEM  
OR OILY  
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. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots  
appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash using hottest  
water fabric can stand.  
STAINS ON  
LAUNDERED  
GARMENTS  
YELLOWED  
CLOTHES  
Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent. Check  
hem of T-shirt or pillow case. If they are white and center is yellow, it contains body  
oil. Restore whiteness following procedures on “Grayed Clothes,” in this section.  
Chlorine  
(such as  
may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach  
brand). Refer to garment manufacturers’ care instructions. Restore  
color using color remover (such as  
or  
brands), follow package directions.  
Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.  
1. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water  
before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.  
2. Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and  
manganese from water.  
3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water  
heater occasionally.  
4. To remove spots: spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze  
lemon juice through stain. To remove overall yellow, use a commercially available  
rust scale remover, following package instructions.  
BLUE OR GRAY  
COLOR STAINS  
Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes;  
always dilute before adding to rinse water. To remove stains: dampen stained area and  
rub with undiluted liquid detergent.  
using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.  
Water is not hot enough for type of load. Make sure water heater is set to deliver hot  
GRAYED  
CLOTHES  
water at the washer 140°  
needs—such as  
(60°  
Do not wash when other hot water  
or family baths—are heavy.  
Poor or inferior detergent (or use of soap in hard water). Change to phosphate  
detergent if possible.  
Follow these steps:  
Use water conditioner (such as  
Use hottest water possible.  
Pretreat stains.  
brand).  
Use presoak aids.  
water softener.  
Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing  
gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of loads.  
Improper soaking, with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute  
However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled  
use twice the recommended amount of detergent.  
is sufficient.  
you may need to  
Washing too long may result in increased soil redeposition. Use shorter wash time  
for smaller loads.  
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page)  
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PROBLEM  
(continued)  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
PROBLEM  
Detergent dissolves too slowly. It is important that detergent be present in the wash  
solution at the start of wash agitation.  
GRAYED  
CLOTHES  
(continued)  
To restore grayed  
Most grayed clothes can be at least partially restored by the following procedure:  
1. Put clothes in washer.  
2. Fill with HOT water. Check manufacturers’ hang tags to determine if hot water  
is suitable for garment.  
3. Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as  
brand with  
phosphate. Use  
times as much as you need for normal water softening.  
4. Do not add soap or detergent.  
5. Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.  
6. Repeat, if necessary.  
7. If you prefer to soak clothes, use water softener in place of soak agent or pre-wash  
detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.  
Pretreat with liquid detergent.  
HEAVILY  
AREAS such as  
collars and cuffs  
Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint-producers (such as terry towels and chenille)  
LINT OR  
ON CLOTHES  
IN CYCLE  
with tint-receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).  
Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, use 1 minute per  
pound of dry clothes.  
Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals in water to  
form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint.  
Use phosphate detergent or liquid detergent; use warmer wash water or soften water  
with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water  
Undissolved  
detergent may leave powdery residue on fabrics which can be  
mistaken for lint.  
(a) See Detergent Guide for recommendations on how to add detergent to speed up  
complete dissolving.  
(b) Use a liquid or special cold water detergent.  
(c)  
granular detergent in hot water, or make sure detergent is dissolved  
completely in wash water before adding clothes.  
certain clothes have ample room to move in washer.  
(e) Use a warmer wash water.  
Overloading of washer will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer  
items in each load. Make sure water level is correct for size of load.  
Too much bleach. Over-bleached items, such as towels, will shed excessive lint. Use  
correct amount of bleach according to package directions.  
Not enough detergent. Enough detergent must be used to hold lint in suspension  
wash cycle. Increase amount of detergent used. Amount is determined by  
water hardness, size of load, degree of soil and amount of water. See Detergent Guide.  
use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, many softeners may react with  
detergent to create a white deposit. Use fabric softeners only rinse cycle.  
Pilling, usually on polyester-cotton blends, is caused by normal wear and may look  
like lint. Turning clothes inside out may help.  
Static  
rinse  
caused by overdying  
cause attraction. Use fabric softener in  
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PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
To  
ON CLOTHES  
IN CYCLE  
(continued)  
residue except pilling can usually be removed from garments through use of correct  
laundry procedures.  
SNAGS, HOLES,  
Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Remove  
of before in washer. ‘Also check washer to see if any objects  
remained in wash tub.  
pins, check pockets  
TEARS,  
OR  
WEAR  
Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers. Make sure all hooks, snaps and  
buttons are fastened. Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is very important  
when washing knits, which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.  
There is no solution  
once this type of  
damage has occurred.  
use of chlorine bleach. Holes may have random square shape; yellow  
discoloration, fabric will be weak at edges of hole.  
(a) Use only correct, measured amount of bleach.  
(b) Never add undiluted bleach to washer tub nor allow clothes to come in  
contact with undiluted bleach. Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes.  
(c) Damage from chemicals such as hair preparations (bleach, dye, home permanent  
solution), battery acid, some toilet bowl cleaners. Immediately rinse towels and  
other articles thoroughly which have come in contact with these  
before  
them in washer. Avoid contaminating items of clothing with such chemicals.  
Small, unnoticed holes, tears or ripped seams may enlarge during washing.  
Check garments carefully before loading washer and mend  
rips and tears.  
As permanent press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This  
is due to the weakening of the fibers by the permanent press process. It is not caused  
by the washer. you can slow this process by washing small permanent press loads  
with a large water level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with permanent.  
press When possible, remove collar  
Roughness or burrs on agitator due to damage incurred by heavy belt  
Examine agitator for roughness or burrs and smooth by filing if necessary.  
etc.  
May be using wrong cycle for delicate fabrics. Use delicate cycle. Refer to garment  
manufacturer’s care instructions.  
Garments weakened by aging, sun or atmosphere. This is an inevitable process  
and is not caused by the washer. You may slow down process by use of delicate cycle.  
Too little water in washer or too large a load. Load washer only with the number of  
items that will move freely. Select  
water level.  
IN  
PRESS AND  
Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Immediately after dryer stops  
tumbling, remove clothes and place them on hangers.  
“NO-IRON” ITEMS  
Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine  
Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles,  
even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.  
loads. Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items, such as work  
clothes, with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or blouses. Also do not  
wash or dry permanent press items with regular laundry.  
Too many items in washer. Items must have room to move freely. Permanent press  
loads should always be smaller than loads.. more than medium loads.  
Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use permanent press wash cycle which  
provides a cool-down rinse to minimize  
Also, use automatic dry cycle.  
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PROBLEM  
(continued)  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
Incorrect water level. Use large  
Repeated washing in too hot water. Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of detergent.  
IN  
for medium  
medium level for small load.  
PRESS AND  
“NO-RON” ITEMS  
(continued)  
Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents. If a non-phosphate  
detergent must be used, avoid the use of a carbonate-built detergent.  
To remove stubborn  
small loads on automatic dry setting.  
and dry on automatic dry setting.  
If unsuccessful, on high heat for 10-12 minutes and  
carefully.  
immediately.  
Send to cleaners for pressing.  
Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be  
a nd p e rm a ne nt press clothes  
Also, in permanent press synthetic/cotton blends, the cotton portion of the fabric can eventually  
wear away leaving only the synthetic. Since the cotton has resin finish that the a loss or decrease of  
permanent performance will result.  
come out  
finish  
may not be good  
Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be  
safely washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow garment manufacturers’ care  
instructions exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.  
GENERAL  
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  
shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics)  
is gradually removed by laundering. May be noticed in older garments that have been  
washed many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above.  
Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been  
heat-shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures  
used to set the shapes, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be  
prevented by washing in cool or warm water;  
on low or delicate heat.  
CLOTHES  
TOO LONG TO DRY  
Controls improperly set. Check all controls to make sure they  
the load you want to dry.  
correctly set for  
ducting. Make sure dryer is  
in accordance with Installation Instructions.  
Obstruction in exhaust ducting. Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction,  
make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily. If metal flexible ducting is used,  
be sure it is not kinked and it is installed according to Installation Instructions.  
Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. Check household fuses or circuit breakers.  
Most electric dryers use two. It is possible for one to be blown or tripped, and the  
dryer to  
tumble without heat.  
Improper sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-to-dry items with lightweight articles.  
Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.  
Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles  
even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.  
If your dryer is operating on a 208-volt circuit, longer drying times can be expected.  
Clothes were excessively wet when they were put into the dryer.  
Dryer door is open. Dryer will not run with door open. Make sure lint filter is in proper  
position. Make sure washer is closed. Washer will fill but not spin with lid open.  
WASHER OR DRYER  
WON’T START  
If you need more  
toll free: GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000 consumer information service  
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Well Th ere  
With the purchase  
or assistance  
new GE appliance, receive the assurance that  
ever need  
GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!  
Repair  
AGE consumer  
professional will provide expert repair service,  
scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer  
company+  
convenience  
locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your  
a.m. to p.m. weekdays, a.m. to p.m. Saturdays).  
Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out–so most  
repairs can be handled in just one visit.  
8086262000  
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer  
information  
is available to help. Your call—and your question—will be  
answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer  
service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
ForCustomers  
Special Needs...  
Upon request, GE will provide  
Braille controls for a variety of  
GE appliances, and a brochure to  
assist in planning a barrier-free  
kitchen for persons with limited  
mobility. To obtain these items,  
free of charge, call 800.626.2000.  
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have  
access to a  
call  
or a conventional teletypewriter may  
(800-833-4322) to request  
information or  
Contracts  
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer  
will still be there  
after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still  
in effect and youll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,  
youre assured of future service at todays prices.  
to  
to  
can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to  
their home. The GE parts system provides access to over  
47,000 parts... and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are  
fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards  
are accepted.  
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Staple sales slip or  
check  
YOUR GWE ARRANTY  
here. Proof of original purchase date  
needed to obtain  
under warranty.  
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
This warranty is extended to  
the original purchaser and any  
succeeding owner for products  
purchased for  
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii  
and Washington, Alaska the  
warranty is the same except that it  
is LIMITED because you pay  
WHAT IS COVERED  
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  
laundry that fails because of a  
manufacturing defect.  
home use  
to ship the product to the service  
shop or for the service technician’s  
travel costs to your home.  
LIMITED ADDITIONAL  
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY  
For the second through fifth year  
from date of original purchase, we  
will provide, free of charge,  
All warranty service will be  
provided by our Factory Service  
Centers or by our authorized  
replacement parts for any part  
the washer transmission that fails  
because of a manufacturing defect.  
Customer  
servicers during  
normal working hours.  
Should your appliance need  
service, during warranty period or  
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES  
(800-432-2737).  
You pay for the  
trip to your  
home and service labor charges.  
Or, if you desire, we will provide  
a completely reconditioned  
transmission. You pay for the  
shop reconditioning labor, the  
service trip to your home and  
service labor charges.  
Replacement of house fuses or  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
Service trips to your home to teach  
you how to use the product.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED  
Read your Use and Care material.  
If you then have any questions  
about operating the product,  
Failure of the product if it is used  
for other than its intended purpose  
or used commercially.  
please contact your dealer or our  
Consumer Affairs office at the  
address below, or call, toll free:  
Damage to product caused by  
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
WARRANTOR IS NOT  
RESPONSIBLE FOR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
GE Answer  
800.626.2000  
consumer information service  
. Improper installation.  
If you have an installation problem,  
contact your dealer or installer.  
You are responsible for providing  
adequate electrical, plumbing,  
exhausting and other connecting  
facilities.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion  
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which from state to state.  
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company  
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:  
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225  
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