Appliance Registration
Care and Cleaning
Safety Instructions
3,4
2
User Maintenance Instructions 25
25
Cautions
Controls Setting Guide
Vacation Tips
Warranty
25
Back Cover
Dryer
Washer
Automatic Drying
7
Agitator
25
6
Controls
7
7
Controls
Dryness Selections
Other Additives 11-15
End-of-Cycle Signal
Energy-Saving Tips
10
14
7
Energy-Saving Tips
Hard Water
10
Knits Drying Tips
Lint Filter
12
7
7
Limestone Deposits
Lint Filter
6,25
Operating Instructions
Press Drying Tips
6
6
Loading Clothes
Operating Instructions
Sorting
Timed
5
7
5
Sorting
Stains
16
17
Front Access Panel
25
2
Stain Removal Guide
Model and Serial Numbers
Problem Solver
Repair Service
18-24
26
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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.
Before using your
Laundry,
read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you operate
gas:
and
properly.
your new appliance
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your appliance. Before sending in
this card, please write these
numbers here:
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
3.
4.
any
flares.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville,
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your appliance.
If you received a
appliance . . .
Immediately contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you the
appliance.
Save time and money.
Before you request service . . .
check the Problem Solver on
pages 18 through 24. It lists causes
of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
All washing and drying instruction terms in this book conform to the
Care Labeling Rule established by the Trade Commission, January 1984.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instruction before using this appliance.
hot water system
not have
risk
Make
that the cord is located
been used for some time, turn on
water faucets and
so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.
of fire, electric shock, or injury
persons when using your
follow basic precautions,
including the following:
them to run for several minutes
before using any
●
not
or
any
appliance which is
to
.
this
for its
part of the appliance or attempt
the hot water system. This will
any hydrogen gas to escape.
intended purpose as described
any servicing unless
and Care Book.
recommended in this Use and&
Since the gas is
smoke or use an open
do not
or
this process.
Book or
user-repair
understand
●
must
instructions that
properly
accordance with the
in
have the skills carry out.
Instructions before it used.
it is moving. Before loading,
you
not receive an
push
Instructions sheet with your
appliance, you can
the cycle
wait
then
by
location
not mix chlorine bleach with
ammonia or acids such as vinegar
rust remover.
produce a toxic gas which
cause death.
the machine
completely stopped before
the lid.
you.
to conform
in
“into
governing
the drum is moving.
●
loading,
clothes,
or adding
-Instigation
have
until
drum has
where the temperature is
for
in, soaked in, or spotted with
completely stoppedi.s
operation of the
system.
(such
paint, gasoline,
solvents,
which
used by or near
Do not
where it
not
on or
be
kerosene,
or
this
to a properly rated,
and
not add these
water,
the
do
use
or
circuit to
store these
your
properly,
–Exhausting
STRONGLY
to prevent
dryer
a washer or
them from
Before
dryer or
service, remove the
operation.
amounts
door.
is
and lint from being blown
Carefully the details
by
your water heater and
the water
pipes if hot
used
or longer.
laundry
(such
detergents, bleaches,
softeners,
in the
your appliance
see
on
If
to the
instructions
gas
heater
water has not
period
etc.)
of
reach of children,
Observe
to
a
warnings on container
avoid injury.
around
●
.
the
washer not use
on hoses
appliances clean and dry
valves, and
to prevent
damage or
if you have used
possibility of slipping.
leakage if a hose
or rupture.
the
for two weeks or
into a residence in
or
Men disconnecting this
pull by
the cord to
or
rather than
to the
of
and
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●
area around
●
not wash or dry
thepossibility
●
underneath your appliance
of electric shock, unplug this
appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning (except the removal and
cleaning of the dryer lint
that have been
in, soaked in, or spotted
combustible
in,
from the
of
combustible materials, such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
● Do not store items that may
burn or melt (such as clothing,
paper material, plastics or plastic
containers, etc.) on top of the dryer
during operation.
as
paint, gasoline,
solvents,
kerosene, etc.) which may ignite
or Do not add these
Pushing the washer cycle
selector knob in or turning the
substances to the wash water, and
dryer
selector to OFF does
do not use or
substances
these
around your
disconnect the appliance
from the power supply.
●
The laundry process can reduce
appliance during operation.
●
●
with controls.
the flame
of fabrics. To
●
on which
have
such result, the garment
manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
Do not operate this appliance
used a cleaning solvent, or which
contains flammable materials
(such as cleaning cloths, mops,
towels used in beauty salons,
restaurants or barbershops, etc.)
must not be placed in or near the
dryer until traces of these
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,
turpentines, waxes, wax removers
and products containing petroleum
distillates.
if it is
disassembled, or has
missing or broken parts, including
a damaged cord or plug.
● Never climb on or stand on the
washer or dryer top.
● Do not wash or dry fiberglass
articles in your appliance. Skin
irritation could result from the
remaining particles that may be
picked up by clothing during
subsequent use of the appliance.
For
operation
● Do not leave washer lid up during
cycle. This will stop the spin action
and prevent completion of the cycle.
Dryer-applied
fabric
anti-static conditioners
-
You may wish
laundered fabrics
the
To
of a
static electricity in them. We
use either a
●
not use heat to dry articles
fabric softener
Clean the dryer lint filter
before each load to prevent lint
inside the dryer or
according to the manufacturer’s
instructions for those products,
try a dryer-added product for
which the manufacturer gives
written assurance on the package
that their product can
used in your dryer.
containing rubber, plastic, or
(such as
bras,
shoes, galoshes,
in the room.
mats, rugs, bibs,
plastic bags, etc.) as
pants,
PLACE.
may melt or burn.
Also, some rubber materials,
when heated, can under certain
●
The interior of the machine
and the exhaust duct connection
Service
inside the dryer
he
circumstances produce
spontaneous combustion.
by
caused by the use of these products
are the responsibility of the
manufacturersofthoseproducts
are not covered by the warranty
of this appliance.
periodically by a qualified
individual.
● Garments labeled “Dry Away
From Heat” (such as life jackets
●
duct
instructions). Use
duct
containing
must not be put
in your dryer-fire
result.
inside
or for
dryer to the outside.
-
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How to
the clothes
Sort by surface
Sort by color
Normally, if you sort clothes
correctly for washing, you will
have
sorted drying loads.
Here’s an additional suggestion for
good dryer load make up:
Sort by weight
from
from
from
from
LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry
toweling and chenille—give up lint.
from
LINT
as
man-made fibers and napped fabrics
like velveteen and corduroy—attract
lint, and must be dried separately.
For more information about lint
control, see page 21.
Sort by fabric
It pays
before washing.
Separate
●
Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks and
buttons.
Sort by soil
●
Do any necessary
rips, hems, tears.
from
from
from
●
Check all items for areas of heavy
soil or stain and remove stains.
For
page 17.
Removal Guide, see
from
from
●
Turn
Knits inside-out to
minimize fabric surface damage.
Soaking-a good way to
loosen deep
and
A
thorough soaking with detergent
or special soaking agent is another
way to remove heavy soils,
dirt and even some stains. For
information on how to soak in your
washer, see page 6.
For information on soaking
agents, see page
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How to operate your clothes washer
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,
read the IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
the washer properly
Regular
OFF
●
Add accurately-measured
COLD
detergent to empty tub. See pages
11 through 13.
●
clothes loosely. Dry clothes
level should be no higher than the
top row of circular holes in the wash
tub. Do not put clothes on top of the
agitator or wind them around it.
For best results, mix large items
with small ones. When washing a
single heavy item, such as a shag
rug or bedspread, add one or two
other pieces to balance the load.
-@-
Wash temperature
Water Level
Large items
be no more
Set the controls
than one-half of the total load.
See the Controls Setting Guide on
pages 8 and 9.
@Push Cycle Selector in and
turn clockwise to your selected
wash cycle.
Here is a typical full load:
2 double sheets 2 long-sleeve
Select Washing Temperature.
2 pair trousers
shirts
2 standard
pillowcases
start
There is a brief pause in
Cold rinse will be automatically
provided with all cycles.
the
the final spin of each cycle. This is
normal operation for this washer.
Select Water
LOW: Washer is less than 1/3 full
of clothes.
●
To bleach the load, measure
liquid bleach according to directions
on container. After washer has find
and agitated for several minutes, add
diluted bleach to the wash water.
Note: If you have selected the
Press or Regular cycle and wish to
change cycle setting after washer
has started, push Cycle Selector in
and wait for washer to stop. Then
reset to the new position. Setting
can be changed at any time during
Between 1/3 and 2/3 full.
HIGH: Over 2/3 full of clothes.
How to use powdered bleach,
fabric softeners and other laundry
is explained on page 15.
the
Press or Regular cycle.
●
Close lid. Washer will fill and
but will not spin with lid
open. This washer has a Safety Lid
Lock. As a safety measure the lid
will be automatically locked during
the spin portion of each cycle. The
lid will automatically unlock about
30 seconds after the end of the spin
cycle. To open lid during spin cycle,
push Cycle Selector in and wait for
lid lock to release, about 30 seconds,
before opening.
Delicate cycle
Self<leaning lint filter. The lint
filter needs no attention from you.
Lint collected during washing and
rinsing of clothes is automatically
flushed down the drain.
OFF
How to soak in the washer
Set Washing Temperature control.
Add detergent or soak agent. Turn
Cycle Selector to desired cycle.
Start the washer. After washer fills
and begins to agitate, push in the
For your personal safety, never
reach into washer while parts are
moving. Always stop washer to
load, unload, add forgotten items
or additional laundry aids.
To get the full benefit of the
Delicate Cycle, always set it at
the beginning of the cycle. During
wash, the Delicate Cycle alternate=
between agitation and pauses to
protect delicate clothes.
Cycle
to stop washer.
to soak for as long as desired. After
desired soak, turn to the last Spin.
Pull out the Cycle Selector to
complete the cycle.
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How to
WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire,
your dryer
shock, or injury to persons,
read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
the dryer properly
DRY
AutoDry
(HEAT OFF)
.
--
●
Load sorted clothes into dryer.
See page 5.
Clean lint filter before each load.
●
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Start
HIGH
0-”
&
Set the
See Controls Setting Guide on
pages 8 and 9.
Remove the lint filter by pulling
straight out. Wipe all accumulated
lint from screen. Occasionally
wash filter using soap and warm
water. Rub lightly, rinse and dry
thoroughly. This will help remove
all fabric softener buildup.
Drying
● Do not overload—Garments
being dried or
tumble freely.
should
Selector clockwise
to desired cycle and select correct
drying time for load type.
●
Remove clothes
To help prevent
remove
not use dryer-applied fabric
unless you follow these
lint cleaning instructions.
Start button.
from the dryer immediately at the
end of the drying cycles.
(Opening door during operation
stops dryer. To
and press Push to Start button again.)
close door
●
Place on hangers-Permanent
Press and Polyester garments
look best if placed on hangers after
drying.
Do not operate dryer without lint
filter in place.
●
Close door. Door must be closed
before dryer will operate.
Buzzer sounds briefly to alert you
when cycle is
.
How
and Automatic
Drying Differ
Automatic drying-The Automatic
Dry Control system continually
senses air temperature in dryer
drum. Wet laundry keeps this air
cool. When drum air is warm
enough, heat turns off. When the
air cools, heat turns back on. This
on and off cycling may happen a
number of times (depending on the
fabric, load size and Cycle Selector
setting). The Cycle
Dryness Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycle
●
For most normal loads.
Set
MPoidsdilteion
AutoDrv
OFF
●
●
For loads that include heavyweight fabrics.
Set toward
A./oDry
MEDIUM
If
desire to remove more moisture.
(when the heat is
until it
automatically turns dryer off.
Timed drying—You select the
number of minutes you wish the
dryer to run and it turns off at
the end of this time period.
OFF
●
For lightweight fabric loads.
Set toward
LESS DRY
AutoDry
● For very small loads. (Add two or more similar
‘EAT articles, even if dry, to assist tumbling. )
●
If you desire to remove
moisture.
.
OFF
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Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads
Washer
Dry
Cycle
Wash Water
Temperature
Wash
Cycle
Wash Cycle
Setting
Type of
Baby Clothes
Plastic-lined items
Warm
Hot
Delicate*
Regular
Air Fluff (No Heat)
Set at START.
See #l below.
Diapers
Timed Dry (High Heat)
Man-made fabrics**
Mixed cottons
Warm
Warm
Delicate*
Set at START.
See #2 below.
Delicate (Low Heat)
Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)
Perm Press
1
1
1
1
Label Directions.
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Blankets
Electric
Delicate (Low Heat)
Delicate (Low Heat)
Delicate (Low Heat)
Warm
Warm
Warm
Delicate*
Set at START.
Man-made**
Woolen
Delicate*
Delicate*
Setat START.
Set at START.
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Cottons & Linens
Colorfast/White
Hot
Timed Dry (High Heat)
Regular
See #1 below.
Warm
Non-Colorfast
Curtains
Cotton
Timed Dry (High Heat)
Delicate (Low Heat)
Hot or Warm
Warm
Regular
Delicate*
Perm Press
See #1 below.
Setat START.
See #2 below.
Sheers
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Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)
Permanent Press
Warm
Delicate (Low Heat)
Delicate (Low Heat)
Delicate*
Delicate*
Set at START.
Set at START.
Lingerie, Knits
Foundation
Warm
Warm
Do not
glass fiber in the washer.
Glass Fiber
Permanent Press
Curtains
Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)
Warm
Warm
Warm
Hot
Perm Press
Delicate*
See #2 below.
Automatic
(Medium Heat)
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Setat START.
See #2 below.
See #2 below.
Set at START.
Setat START.
See #2 below.
See #2 below.
See #2 below.
Set at START.
Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)
Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)
Delicate (Low Heat)
Perm Press
Perm Press
Delicate*
Dresses, sportswear
Heavy slacks
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Warm
Warm
Hot
Knits, man-made**
Lingerie
Delicate (Low Heat)
Delicate*
Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)
Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)
Automatic Dry (Medium Heat)
Air Fluff (No Heat)
Perm Press
Perm Press
Perm Press
Delicate*
Sheets & pillowcases
White shirts, blouses
Work clothes
Hot
Hot
Warm
Plastic
Follow Label Directions.
Follow Directions.
Delicate*
Quilted Items
Swimsuits
Delicate (Low Heat)
Delicate (Low Heat)
Delicate (Low Heat)
Set at START.
Set at START.
Set at START.
Warm
Warm
Warm
Sweaters, man-made fabrics**
Synthetic Sheets
Washable Woolens
Delicate*
Delicate*
1
1
Timed Dry (High Heat)
Hot
Regular
See #1 below.
Work Clothes
Regular Cycle:
minutes for Heavy soil, 5-10 for Normal
up to 5 for Light soil.
—
#2 Perm Press Cycle: minutes for Heavy soil, 4-8 for Normal soil, up to 4 for Light soil.
*Delicate
alternates between pauses and agitation during wash.
**Man-made
(synthetics) such as polyester, nylon and acrylics must be dried using the Delicate
heat)
If
types
fabrics in your drying load, set the controls for the lightest weight fabrics and remove when dry. Then reset the control for the remaining fabrics.
dry foam rubber or similarly textured, rubber-like materials in the dryer except on AIR FLUFF (no heat). Fire hazard may result.
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Save and refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care
For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE
For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
20402.
Dry Cycle
Setting
Special Instructions
to 20
45-60
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Plastic-1ined
bibs.
crib sheets
be washed with regular load but should be dried
Rinse at once, soak
washing with a presoak
solution of cold water and borax
Use warm water.
teaspoons to gallon). Soak before
25-40
Midpoint
Pretreat heavily soiled areas; brush on a little liquid detergent, or wet area and rub in detergent. Use Warm
Soak for
and
cold’ for
milk and cereal stains.
Follow Label Directions.
85-95
65-95
15
Shake out excess dust. Remove
small blankets at a time.
Pretreat heavily soiled areas with detergent. Wash one large or two
See “Washable Woolens” instructions below.
Full
65-75
Small loads 35-45
25-35
5-1o
If badly sun-weakened, even hand washing will cause tearing. Be sure colors are fast and fabric is washable.
Remove hooks and non-washable trim. Use Warm Soak if heavily soiled.
Less Drv
30-40
Frequent washing lengthens life, helps retain shape. Remove non-washable trim. Close zippers; fasten hooks.
Do not dry glass fiber in the dryer.
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If badly sun-weakened, even hand washing will cause tearing. Be sure colors are fast and fabric is washable.
Remove hooks and non-washable trim. Use Warm Soak if heavily soiled.
Less Dry
Midpoint
Midpoint
More Drv
25-35
Turn slacks and dark items inside out to
of seams and creases.
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20-30
Midpoint
Use Warm Soak for pillowcases stained with hair oil.
Pretreat collars and cuffs with
More Dry
15-20
See “Work Clothes” instructions below.
Place small items
brand to wash water; don’t use detergent.
If
I
add
Follow Label Directions.
Follow Label Directions.
40-55
15-20
5-15
Pretreat around neckline. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
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As a general rule, if wool can be hand washed, it can be “washed” by soaking in the washer. A liquid
detergent is preferred because it dissolves faster in a soak than a granulated detergent. Pretreat woolens with
Never use chlorine bleach.
Pretreat heavily soiled areas by rubbing in liquid laundry detergent. Let
heavily soiled, use Warm Soak for greasy and oily soil. Cold Soak for flour, dust, blood-stained garments.
Use to 1/2 cup liquid laundry detergent in SOAK; 1/2 to 1 cup in Wash.
30 to 60 minutes. If clothes are
65-85
DO NOT tumble dry jackets or pillows containing Kapok. Fire hazard may result
The Cycle Selector settings indicated here are to be used as a guide. You may find that best results are
the Cycle Selector to either side of the recommended settings.
for some of your fabrics by
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tips
If your clothes and household items
don’t look clean and fresh after
washing, you will probably
●
Sort clothes by weight so you won’t
have to run an extra cycle for one or
two heavier, slower-drying items.
them...
and that means you’ll waste
●
Do not overload dryer. The drum
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.
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 drying.
●
Use Automatic Drying Cycle
●
Use
whenever possible to help prevent
overdying and save energy.
on a
basis only when washing
heavily soiled articles-such as
work and play clothes.
●
To help prevent ironing, remove
garments immediately at end of
drying cycle and place on hangers.
●
Under normal soil conditions,
wash in water above
This generally means using the
WARM wash temperature setting
on your washer—temperatures
Dry your clothes inconsecutive
loads. Using a “warm” dryer will
save energy.
approximately
). If you
●
Clean lint falter each time you dry.
Clean dryer exhaust
notice that soil has accumulated
after several consecutive washings,
use HOT wash occasionally, if safe
for fabrics.
●
at least once a year. A partially
clogged exhaust can lengthen
drying time.
●
Always rinse in COLD water.
The temperature of the rinse does
not affect cleaning.
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. Small
loads should have lower water
levels.
●
Wash in off-peak utility hours.
Your local utility can tell you which
are the off-peak hours.
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Factors to consider in selecting
and soap
Disadvantages
Advantages
Products
Are not available in some areas.
Perform well in hard or soft water
Powdered Detergents
Wash all types of fabrics well.
Can be used in hot, warm, or
cold water.
Generally do not clean well in
hard water.
Perform satisfactorily in
or moderately hard water.
Powdered Detergents
May be difficult to dissolve,
especially in cold water.
In some areas only non-phosphate
products are available.
Should
be used in cool water.
Those containing sodium
carbonate as an ingredient may
cause harmful limestone deposits
on clothes and washer when
combined with hard water.
(Seepage 12.)
May not perform as well as
powdered phosphate products
when diluted in wash water.
Perform well in soft water.
Liquid Detergents
Offer better performance in
hard water than powdered
non-phosphate types.
Cleans synthetics and fabric
blends well.
Are excellent as concentrates
for removing spots.
Completely dissolve even in
cold water.
Generally do not clean well in
medium-hard or hard water.
Perform well in
water
Soaps
May combine with water
hardness minerals to form
sticky soap curd.
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The
of continued use of carbonate
(11 or more grains) and if you wash
just a few loads a week, you may
see limestone buildups in just a few
months.
washer surfaces. The hardness
of your water and your washing
frequency will determine how
the limestone will build
Is your water hard? If it is, and
if you use a carbonate type
phosphate detergent, you will
most
notice limestone*
clothes and
water is VERY HARD
on
●
use of bleaches, presoaks,
Recommended methods to
reduce
Effects on clothes
packaged water conditioners, prewash
Although limestone buildup occurs
more rapidly on cotton, it will
eventually affect various fabrics in
the following ways:
soil and
removers to help in
.
Use a powdered phosphate
detergent or a liquid detergent if
these are available in your area.
removing stubborn soils and stains.
. Use greater care in sorting loads.
Wash very dirty loads separately
and increase detergent to help keep
dirt from redepositing on less
soiled items. Wash delicate items
separately to prevent damage from
heavy, sturdy clothes.
●
Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to
●
Install a home water softener.
fabrics such as toweling.
This will significantly reduce
limestone buildup.
●
Causes colors to fade and become
dull and dingy.
●
Use a packaged non-precipitating
water softener, such as
brand with phosphate.
Causes graying of fabrics.
. Wash smaller loads to increase
cleaning action of washer.
. Leaves a white, powdery residue
on dark-colored items.
. Use fabric softener to counteract
stiffness or harshness in clothes.
●
Causes spot-fading of bright
may delay
to
colors as a result of direct contact
with detergent.
The following recommendations
will temporarily delay the effects
of limestone on your clothes.
These are generally good washing
practices and will give better soil
removal whether or not you have
hard water or use carbonate
detergent.
How to partially restore clothes
. Reduces
permanent press fabrics.
of
Once clothes have developed
deposits, they may be partially
restored by soaking in a solution
of two cups of vinegar in one gallon
of hot tap water for 15 minutes.
USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER.
Then wash clothes in the washer
using detergent.
. Destroys effectiveness of
retardant finishes on cottons such
as children’s
●
Increases fabric wear because
of the scrubbing action between
limestone deposits on the fabrics
during washer
●
Use hotter wash water, for
example up to for cottons.
This also improves oily-soil
removal.
CAUTIONS:
.
Vinegar soak solution may
reduce the wrinkle-resistance
of permanent press fabrics.
Effects on-her
●
If you wash in cooler water to
Unsightly buildup on all washer
surfaces exposed to the wash
solution.
save energy, use more detergent to
promote better washing. Also be
sure to use bleach on
fabrics. Use hot water whenever
possible.
●
Vinegar soak may damage
the dyes in some fabrics.
. Mat-like, crusty formations caused
by lint adhering to the sticky
limestone deposits.
●
Add detergent and allow washer
to fill and for three or four
●
Increased service calls because
minutes to dissolve detergent
before adding clothes.
of limestone deposits in the pump,
recirculation water hoses, filters
and other washer parts.
●
Increase amount of detergent.
See guide on opposite page for
recommended detergent amounts
in relation to water hardness.
●
Reduced useful life of washer.
*LIMESTONE-technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE—is caused by the
reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent.
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How much
should you use?
usc
sufficient amount
How to use granular or powdered
detergent.
For best results, put the detergent
in the washer before the clothes
have been loaded.
the recommended
of detergent is
important things you
make sure your wash comes out
the most
do to
detergent produces too many suds,
switch to
brand,
detergent
follow instructions on
package. Excess suds are
necessary to clothes clean
hamper wash action.
If your detergent doesn’t dissolve
well, pre-dissolve the detergent in
hot water and put it in the washer
before clothes are added.
Amount
according to:
varies
Using too little detergent is common
cause laundry problems. Always
measure detergent in standard
measuring cup.
1.
hardness
2. Amount soil
load
4. Type
5. Wash temperature
Use more detergent
you have. . .
1.
water
loads
Greasy or oily soils
4. Lower wash temperature
5. Low phosphate detergent.
Recommended amount of detergent for average soil load
1. Use recommended amount of
detergent for your load and water
hardness as shown in guide.
Setting
MEDIUM
cups
1 cup
Water
SMALL
cup
Hardness
VERY
HARD
Gr.
2. When using other detergent
types-low and normal suds, powders,
liquids, non-phosphate
I
1
I
‘/ 2 cups
HARD
4-1o Gr.
cup
cups
l) ET.
follow recommendations on package.
SOFT
cup
()-4 Gr.
3. For hard water treatment, see
page 14.
(:
LIQUIDS
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Hard
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.
Before you can decide what to do
about hard water, you need to
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.
But, if you have more than 10
grains, you will need to soften your
water with either.. .
The answer will be “you have ‘so
many grains’ per gallon” and
means this:
O to 3 grains per gallon–SOFT
4 to 10 grains–HARD
1. An installed water softener in
your home, or
2. The use of a
softener.
water
11 to 19 grains–VERY HARD
For information on water
softeners, see chart below.
20 grains and
EXTREMELY HARD
much water
a
water level
Grains of
25–30
20–25
over 30
1 cup
above 30 (240 ml
extra 5 grains)
15–20
o–lo
10–15
hardness
1 tablespoon for
5 grains
for each
1 cup
(240 ml)
cup
(160
~/ 2 c up
cup
(60 ml)
When using
15
o
(120 ml)
detergent
1 tablespoon for
above 30 (300 ml plus 15 ml for each
extra 5 grains)
5 grains
cup
(240 ml)
cups
(360 ml)
cup
(80
cup
(160
cup
(180
When using
with soap
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laundry
Other
Laundry
Product &
How to use it
Special
BLEACH
Chlorine liquid
such
Dilute one cup bleach with at least one
quart (0.96 liter) water and add after
wash action has started and detergent
is dissolved.
1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly
into washer or on dry clothes.
2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine
brand
bleached such as: 100% cotton
silk, wool, mohair,
children’s
leather, or non-fast
colors. Dilute
before using on any fabric.
3) Check manufacturer’s hang tags for special instructions.
Non-chlorine such as
2’” brand
Follow package directions,
Put bleach into washer with detergent.
1) May be used on
2) Is most effective in hot water.
kinds of fabrics.
FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such
as Downy’rn brand
Mix recommended amount with one cup
(240 ml) water and add at start of rinse
cycle.
1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.
2) Reduces
electricity.
3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on some
clothes.
4) Do not use with other laundry additives.
5) Do not pour directly on the clothes.
Wash additive
such as Rain
brand
Follow package directions.
Add during wash cycle.
Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on some
clothes.
Use in case of infection and
contagious disease.
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria
and viruses.
SANITIZER
Chlorine bleach, such
See under Bleach above.
WATER SOFTENER
Non-Precipitating
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.
such as
brand
Follow package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in
washcycle.
Combines with water hardness minerals to form
precipitate which g ive s c loud y or m ilky a p p e a ra nc e
to wa te r.
Precipitating such as
brand
Do not use with chlorine bleach as chlorine stops the stain
removal action of enzyme soak agents.
Follow package directions for grass,
perspiration, egg, baby formula,
blood, mud and other stains.
SOAK AGENT
Suc h as
brand
Follow package directions. Treat
only heavily soiled areas. Check
garment’s hang tag for instructions.
CAUTION: Control panel and finishes may be damaged by
some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products
PRETREATING
STAIN AND
REMOVERS
Such as
if such products are sprayed on or have direct
with
the washer and/or
these pretreatment products
away from the appliance. The fabric may then be washed
normally. Damage to your appliance caused by pretreatment
products is not covered by your warranty.
Spray ‘n
and
brands
Follow package directions.
Tinted garments may not be
colorfast. Wash separately.
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go
through complete cycle (5-rein. wash) using hot water,
1/2 cup (120 ml) detergent, 1 cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe
exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration
but may never eliminate it.
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as
and
brands
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How to remove
1. Try to remove stains as soon as
possible. The fresher the stain, the
easier it is to remove.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain.
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.
See next page for
Stain Removal Guide.
2. Before attempting to remove
any stain, take these steps:
●
Find the fabric and the finish in
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.
the guide 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.
Once these spots become visible,
how can you remove them?
●
Avoid use of hot water on
●
Rub in undiluted liquid detergent
and let stand 30 minutes.
using hottest water the
unknown stain. It can set some
stains.
3. Follow stain removal with a
thorough rinsing.
fabric can stand.
How can you prevent these
“After-You-Wash” stains?
4. Wash with recommended
amount of soap or detergent.
Increase the amount of detergent
removal
Using chlorine bleach for
white and
normally used.
●
Increase water temperature where
fabric will permit.
fabrics.
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine
bleach with one gallon (3.8 liter) of
cool water—approximately
a sink or pan. Soak
●
Wash synthetic garments more
often.
stained area for 5 minutes and
launder in washer.
Do not use these substances around
your washer and/or dryer during
operation.
. N EVER
PUT
HIGHLY
VOLATILE
SUBSTANCES LIKE GASOLINE,
KEROSENE, OR NAPTHA INTO A
WASHER OR DRYER.
*Because cleaning fluids tend to
be toxic, be sure you are in a well
ventilated room when using them.
No cleaning fluid should be used
unless user is familiar with the
limitations and required cautions
(usually printed on label). Use
extreme caution with flammable
compounds. Under no circumstances
N EVER
PUT
WASHABLE
ARTICLES
THAT HAVE GASOLINE, KEROSENE,
OR
SUBSTANCES ON THEM IN A WASHER
OR
DRYER. FAILURE
TO
COMPLY
WITH THESE WARNINGS COULD
RESULT IN A FIRE, EXPLOSION OR
BODILY INJURY. All items
with volatile substances on them
should be
with a detergent so that no trace of
volatile substance remains. The
articles can then be machine washed.
Only after thorough hand washing
and machine washing should the
article be placed in the dryer.
able
should fabrics containing
materials (waxes, cleaning fluids,
etc. ) be washed in washer.
washed
**Do
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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removal guide
Stain
White and Bleachable Fabrics
See Washing Guide, Bleach on page
Other
Fabrics
Adhesives
(Chewing Gum, etc.)
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull tool
scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge
with a safe dry cleaning fluid,* then launder.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains,
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except use non-chlorine bleach.
Deodorants
Blood
according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. If
changed, you may be able to restore it by sponging with
ammonia.** Rinse thoroughly.
has
Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,
according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.
Sponge or soak in cool water, then launder.
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe dry
Chocolate, Cream,
Ice Cream and Milk
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;
Apply undiluted
detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according
cleaning fluid.*
undiluted
to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.
detergent. Launder in warm water.
Without cream: Bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on
Coffee and Tea
Sponge with warm water. If stain remains,
apply warm glycerine, let stand 30 minutes
and rinse well, or sponge with a safe dry
cleaning fluid.* Launder.
opposite page. Launder.
cream.
cream;
guide directions for
Cosmetics: Eye
Lipstick, Mascara,
or Pancake Makeup, R
Crayon;
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page.
Apply undiluted liquid
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.*
Then launder in warm detergent water.
Tar, Cod Liver
Fresh Fruit, Fruit
Wine, Vegetables, or F
Coloring
Sponge with warm water.
stain with non-chlorine bleach.
remaining
Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to Stain
Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots
they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric. ) If
either type stain remains, bleach according to Stain Removal Hint
on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed. )
Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted
remaining stain
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Grass, Foliage, Flower
Mildew. Scorch
liquid detergent.
stains can
be removed.
Scorch can seldom be removed.
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
Ink, Ballpoint
sponge with
cleaning fluid,* or use spray cleaner. Apply
except launder using non-chlorine bleach.
undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains; bleach according to Stain
Removal Hint on opposite page.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Soften with oil,
banana oil. Launder in warm water.
or Vaseline, then sponge with turpentine or
Paint and Varnish
Perspiration
Launder in warm water. Rinse
with non-chlorine bleach.
Bleach
Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If
color 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 Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page, la und e r a nd
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Apply rust remover,** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and
launder.
Rust
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Use This Problem Solver
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
WASHER OR DRYER
WON’TSTART
●
Make sure controls are properly set and washer cycle selector is pulled out or dryer
START button is pushed.
. Appliance unplugged. Make sure cord is firmly
into electrical outlet.
●
No power to appliance. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure appliance is
getting current.
●
Dryer door is open. Dryer
not run with door open. Make sure washer lid is closed.
Washer will but
not spin with lid open.
Make sure both hot and are turned
WON’TDRAIN
WATER LEAKS
●
●
Kinked or pinched hose. Check and correct.
Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 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
Lid not closed. Washer
not progress through spin cycle with lid up. Make sure lid
is closed. Lid will be automatically locked during spin portion for safety.
COMPLETE
●
Load may have been excessively out of balance. Redistribute clothes and rerun through
ABNORMALLY
WET AFTER SPIN
final spin.
. Metallic “clicks” heard as timer advances during operation are normal.
NOISY
.
Make sure appliance is level and
to floor.
Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin, and
may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases, (usually occurs when
washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water level is set higher than
necessary) the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating aloud but harmless noise.
To correct, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the
lid and restart.
DOES
●
●
●
Faucets turned off. Make sure faucets are on and adjusted correctly.
Hoses kinked. Check and correct.
Clogged screen in water valve. Unscrew
hose from washer and
screen if
necessary. When reassembling, make hand tight plus 1/3 turn with pliers.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
WATER
TEMPERATURE
●
Faucets not adjusted to give desired temperature. Readjust them,
. Household water heater not set to deliver correct
(60° to Reset it.
Water valve screens may be stopped up.
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
●
inlet
from
va lve .
●
. Washer normally pauses about 1/2 minute in progressing from
to the next.
portion of
Agitation
WASHER PAUSES
IN
●
Alternate pauses in the agitation are normal in the delicate wash
resume in 1-2 minutes.
●
The brief pause in the final spin of each cycle is
operation for this washer.
These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may not
GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in wash
the
oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash
The spots will then very
They are not caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible
wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water
appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with
detergent using hottest water fabric can stand.
stand. If spots
●
Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent.
hem of T-shirt or pillow case. If they are white and center is yellow, it contains
oil. Restore whiteness following procedures on “Grayed page
YELLOWED
●
Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes.
oxygen
2 brand). Refer to garment manufacturers’ care instructions.
or brands), package directions.
(such as
color using color remover (such as
●
Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.
1. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved water
before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2. Have a special filterer 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
drain water
heater occasionally.
4. To
spots: spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and
lemon juice through stain. To remove overall yellow, use a
rust scale remover, following package instructions.
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(continued)
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
BLUE OR
COLOR
●
Improper use of fabric softener, Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes;
dilute before adding to rinse water. To
dampen stained area and
rub with undiluted liquid detergent.
using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.
●
Insufficient detergent. You may need to increase the amount of detergent used, if the
load is larger than normal, if soil is heavier than average (especially oily soil), if water
is high, or if water hardness is above average.
●
Water is not hot
for type of load. Make sure water heater is set to deliver hot
(60°- ). Do not wash when other hot water
or family baths-are heavy.
water at the washer 140°-
needs—such as
●
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.
brand).
● Pretreat stains.
Use bleach where possible.
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 load.
.
soaking, with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute
sufficient. However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may
need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent.
●
Washing too long may result in increased soil redeposition. Use shorter wash time for
smaller loads.
●
Detergent dissolves too slowly. It is important that detergent be present in the wash
solution at the start of wash agitation,
restore
Most grayed clothes can beat least partially restored by the following procedure:
(a) Put clothes in washer.
Fill with water. Check manufacturers’ hang tags to determine if hot water is
suitable for garment.
(c) Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as
brand with
phosphate. Use
times as much as you need for normal water softening.
(d) Do not add soap or detergent.
(e) Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.
Repeat, if necessary.
(g)
clothes, use water
in place of soak agent or pre-wash
detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
Pretreat with liquid detergent,
HEAVILY SOILED
AREAS such as
collars and cuffs
●
LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
. Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint-producers (such as terry towels and chenille)
with lint-receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).
●
Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, use 1 minute
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 softener.
Undissolved granular detergent may leave powdery residue
mistaken for lint.
fabrics which
be
(a) See page 13 for recommendations on how to add detergent to
up complete
dissolving.
(b)
(c)
Use a liquid or special cold water detergent.
granular detergent in hot water, or make sure detergent is dissolved
completely in wash water before adding clothes.
(d) Make 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
items in each Make 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 during
wash cycle. Increase amount of detergent used. Amount is determined by water
hardness, size of load, degree of soil and amount of water. Seepage 13.
●
Incorrect use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, many softeners may
with
detergent to create a white deposit. Use fabric softeners only in rinse cycle, unless
package specifies adding to wash cycle.
●
Pilling, usually on polyester-cotton blends, is caused by normal wear and may look like
lint. Turning clothes inside out may help.
●
Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener in
rinse cycle.
To
All of the above causes of residue except pilling can usually be removed from garments
through use of correct laundry procedures.
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The Problem Solver
PROBLEM
CAUSE AND
. pins on garments or sharp objects
garments before putting in washer.
washtub.
in pockets. Remove
pins, check pockets of all
washer to see if my objects remained in
*Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt
zippers.
sure
snaps and
buttons are fastened.
sharp buttons and belt
knits inside
This is very important
when washing knits, which snag easily.
●
use
bleach. Holes may have random
discoloration, fabric will be weak at edges of hole.
(a)
correct, measured amount of bleach.
washer
Never
to come in contact with
bleach. Do not wipe up bleach
with clothes.
(c} Damage from chemicals such
solution), battery acid, some
dye, home permanent
thoroughly towels
them
bowl cleaners. Immediately
and other articles which have come in contact with these
in washer. Avoid contaminating items of clothing with such chemicals.
or
enlarge during washing.
rips and tears.
garments carefully before loading washer and mend
●
collars
permanent press process. It not
You can slow this process by washing small permanent press loads with a large
water level. not wash heavy items such as towels with permanent press. When
possible, remove collar
cuffs.
due to the weakening of the
by
the
●
or
agitator for roughness or burrs and smooth by filing if necessary.
Refer to garment
On
incurred by heavy belt
etc.
● Maybe
Use delicat e
manufacturer’s
instructions.
atmosphere. This is inevitable process
by the washer. You may slowdown process by use of delicate cycle.
in or washer only with the number of
and is
that
a
freely. Select correct water level.
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PROBLEM
●
tumbling
place
stops
tumbling,
hangers.
article,
AND
ITEMS
●
many
in
a
Do
loads.
articles,
●
Too
items in dryer. If
or more
if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
● Improper loads.
clothes,
or dry permanent press items with
laundering
permanent press
permanent press
shirts or blouses.
laundry.
have
than regular loads..
such
work
do not wash
●
move
Permanent
more than medium
always be
● Use of incorrect wash and dry
permanent press wash
use automatic
provides a
rinse to
cycle.
●
water
Use large level for medium load;
level for
water with
or warm
load.
of
Repeated washing in too
water.
in
Accumulation of lime scale
to use of carbonate detergents. If a non-phosphate
of a carbonate-built detergent.
detergent must be
avoid
●
to use fabric softener. Proper
of fabric softener will
remove
.
on automatic dry setting with small
dry on automatic dry setting.
●
for 10-~ minutes and hang immediately.
Send to cleaners for
Some
If you
may remain which
good
be
out
may not good quality.
in
blends,
cotton
will result.
wear away leaving
a loss or decrease
the
imparts
press
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Solver
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
PROBLEM
washed a washer by hand; others may be
not machine wash or dry.
GENERAL
washed
If in doubt,
●
in knit
that
improperly
garment maybe pressed back
and elongated by the manufacturer.
this
shape
each wash and dry cycle.
●
is
or
garments that have been
Treat as for Relaxation above.
some
is
removed by laundering. Maybe
washed many
without previous
shaped.
to
washing,
may occur. This cannot be corrected, but can be prevented by
or warm water; drying on low heat.
or
temperatures used
● Controls improperly set. Cheek
the load you want to dry.
controls to
is
they are
set for
Instigation
Instructions.
of obstruction,
is used,
make damper in outside
be sure it is and is
operates
If
according to Insolation
fuses or circuit breakers.
use two. It is possible for one to be blown tripped, and the dryer
tumble without heat.
Most
.
sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-redry items with lightweight articles.
many items in
Dry
one washer load at a time. Do not
loads.
● Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two more
if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
articles, even
.
operat in g
a 208-volt circuit,
be
●
Clothes were excessively wet when they were put into the dryer.
●
on
DRYER
NOISE
rubber wheels. After extended storage and exposure to extreme temperatures, a
thumping noise may occur when dryer is started. This disappear.
If you need more help.. call, toll free:
GE Answer
consumer information service
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Care and
Washer
How to reduce the possibility of
if your dryer is not
exhausted to the outside:
a fire
INSTRUCTIONS
●
Lint filter. The self-cleaning lint
filter needs no attention from you.
. Wipe the cabinet with a damp
cloth. Occasionally wash it with
mild soap and water and then apply
a light coat of appliance polish to
help preserve the finish.
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.
●
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 cleansers.
●
Keep the area around and
●
Clean the lint
before every
underneath your appliance free from
the accumulation of combustible
materials such as lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc.
load. See page 7.
Inspect the area behind the front
access panel at least once a year
and clean out any lint that may have
or vacuum,
. Keep the floor around your
appliance clean and dry to reduce
the possibility of slipping.
careful not to
any electrical
or mechanical connections.
. 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.
How to remove the front
access panel between the
washer and dryer
●
Remove the agitator at
regular intervals-about 4 to 6
months—and remove any lint that
may have accumulated.
removing the front access panel, as
shown at right, unscrew
cap, grasp the agitator with both
hands, and pull it up and out of the
●
Winterizing instructions:
The washer cannot be operated in
freezing temperatures. Before you
the appliance, remove water
all parts of the washer.
agitator
1. Turn off water supply faucets.
(The front access panel between
washer and dryer may have to be
removed. See procedure at right. )
Disconnect hoses from faucets
and drain.
The slotted section at the top of the
shaft has a light coating of
lubricant to prevent parts from
sticking together. If this area appears
to be dry, apply a light coat of
grease or petroleum jelly around
the shaft before replacing the
agitator. Do not
2. Add 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of non-
Remove two Phillips-head screws
at top of panel.
toxic
antifreeze (available from
the hardware or recreational vehicle
store) to the washer tub.
.—
~
When replacing the agitator,
carefully lower it straight down
onto the agitator support block
and replace the cap securely.
I
3. Push the timer knob in, turn the
knob to the right to SPIN and pull
the knob out.
4. Let the washer spin for 1 or 2
minutes to let all water drain out.
Some but not all of the
Dryer
antifreeze will be expelled.
If your dryer is exhausted to the
outside, inspect and clean the dryer
5. Push in the timer knob, dry
the tub interior, disconnect the
electrical plug, close the lid.
exhaust
at least once a year.
Lift access panel up until tabs at
bottom of panel slip out of slots at
rear of washer.
6. Store the appliance in an upright
position.
To replace access panel,
tabs on
7. Before reusing washer, after
run washer through a cycle
rinse out the antifreeze.
panel into slots at rear of washer,
push panel back in place and
replace screws.
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If You Need Service
To obtain service, see your warranty
on the back page of this book.
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.
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details-including
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North
Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60606
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YOUR GE
LAUNDRY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or
check to establish warranty period.
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
This warranty is extended to
WHAT IS
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
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
and Washington,
In Alaska the
warranty is the same except that it is
LIMITED because you must pay to ship
the product to the service shop or for
the service technician’s travel costs to
your home.
laundry that fails because of
a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer
servicers during normal working
hours.
For the second through fifth year
from date of original purchase,
we will provide, free of charge,
replacement parts for any part
of the washer transmission that
fails because of a manufacturing
defect. You pay for the service trip
to your home and service labor
charges. Or, if you desire, we
will provide a
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone
for
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY,
GENERAL ELECTRIC
SERVICE, GENERAL
HOTPOINT
transmission.
SERVICE or
You pay for the shop reconditioning
labor, the service trip to your home
and service labor charges.
GENERAL
CARE@ SERVICE.
. Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
.
Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
WHAT
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or
our Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
●
Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
. Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
●
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 d o not a llow the e xc lusion or lim ita tion of inc id e nta l or c onse q ue ntia l d a m a g e s, so the a b ove lim ita tion or e xc lusion
m a y not a p p ly to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you m a y a lso ha ve othe r rig hts whic h from sta te to sta te .
To know what your le g a l rig hts a re in your state, consult your loc a l or sta te c onsum e r a ffa irs offic e or your sta te ’s Attorne y Ge ne ra l.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
No.
145937-000
Pub.
49-9632
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