Washer
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Problem
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Instructions ....................3, 4
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Operating Instructions, Tips
Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Preparation
Controls Setting Guide
Cycle
9
7
Detergents, Other Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-18
Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Loading the
Pretreating
13
Pan ............................5, 10, 13,25
12, 18
Operating the Washer ...........................5-1
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Sorting Clothes ........................................5, 12
Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Stain Removal
Care and Cleaning
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Agitator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Limestone Buildup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15,25
Storage and Vacation Tips ........................25
User Maintenance instructions ................25
Consumer Services ...................27
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Appliance Registration ..................................2
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service
Warranty
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Models:
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US
YOU...
Read this book carefully.
Save time and money.
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on
the lower left side near the front.
It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your
new washer properly.
Before you request service . . .
check the Problem Solver
section. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
Keep it handy for answers
to your questions.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your washer. 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)
If you received a
damaged washer...
Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the washer.
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Model Number
Serial Number
To obtain a Spanish language
version of this book, call
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service.
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information
manual, name a
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your washer.
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800.626.2000.
WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the
risk of
or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
●
call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. the gas supplier’s
instructions.
—Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
●
you cannot reach your gas supplier,
the fire department.
TO DO YOU
any appliance.
switch;
GAS
● Do not try to
Do not touch any
and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
do not use any phone in your balding.
Clear the room, building or area of all
●
All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
Labeling established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
If You Need Service
FINALLY, if your problem
is still not resolved, write:
First, contact the people who
To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page
in the back of this book.
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
20 North
Drive
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details—including
your phone number—to:
Chicago, IL 60606
steps to
for further help.
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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reduce the risk
electric shock, or injury to
when using your appliance,
●
Do not wash or dry articles that
of
have been cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, with
A
follow basic precautions, including the following:
combustible or explosive substances
(such as wax, paint, gasoline,
●
Use this appliance only for intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Book.
cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may
ignite or explode. Do not add these substances
to the wash water. Do not use these substances
This washer must be properly
installed and located in accordance
around your washer
operation.
dryer during
,
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive an
Instructions sheet with your
WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS
is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater and the gas
washer, you
obtain one by calling, toll
free, the GE Answer
A
can accumulate in the water heater
water
—Properly ground to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances, Follow
pipes if hot water has not been used for a period
of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS CAN
BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE
in
Instructions.
—Install or store where it will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing or exposed
to the weather.
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 have been used for some time, turn on
hot water faucets and allow them to run for
several minutes before using any electrical
appliance which is connected to the hot water
system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to
escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame or appliance
during this process.
to a properly rated, protected and sized
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
to adequate plumbing and drain
facilities as described in the Installation
Instructions.
●
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
break or rupture.
●
Never reach into washer while it is
moving. Before loading, unloading
or adding clothes, push in the Cycle
Selector knob to OFF position, then
●
When disconnecting
appliance
>
, pull by the plug rather than the cord to
avoid damage to the cord or junction of
wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the lid.
cord and plug. Make sure that the cord
is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over or
subjected to damage or stress.
●
Close supervision is necessary if
this appliance is used by or near
children. Do not allow children
to play inside, on, or with this
appliance or any discarded
●
Do not repair or replace any part
of the appliance or attempt any
servicing unless specifically
recommended in this Use and Care Book or
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and
shipping or packing materials properly. Before
discarding a washer, or removing from service,
remove the washer lid.
To
the possibility of injury:
●
Do not mix chlorine bleach with
ammonia or acids such as vinegar
rust remover. Mixing can produce a
toxic gas which may cause death.
(continued next page)
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(continued)
●
Keep all laundry aids (such as
detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners,
out of the reach of children,
●
Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged
cord or plug.
preferably in a locked cabinet,
Observe warnings on container
labels to avoid personal injury.
Never climb on or stand on the washer top,
●
Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer.
Skin irritation could result from the remaining
particles that may be picked up by clothing during
subsequent washer use.
●
Keep the area around and underneath
your appliances free from the
accumulation of combustible materials,
such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
. ,
●
The laundry process can reduce
the flame of fabrics,
●
Keep the floor around your appliances clean and
dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
●
To minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from the
power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning (except the
removal and cleaning of the lint filter).
manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
For washer operation
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
knob to an OFF position does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
●
Do not leave washer lid up during cycle.
will stop the wash and spin action and
prevent completion of the cycle.
●
Do not tamper with controls.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER
WARNING-To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
Washer
panel appearance may
Sorting and Loading
●
Sort clothes carefully by fabric
type, weight, and amount
of soil, according to instructions
in How to Sort Clothes section.
Add measured amount of
detergent. See Detergents,
Other Additives section
for information on detergents
and other laundry additives.
●
Do not use the Filter-Flo pan
as a wash basket. Do not put
any items to be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan.
●
Remove the
Filter-Flo pan.
The underside
of the lid is
a good place
to-put the pan while
loading or unloading clothes.
●
●
●
See How to Use Bleach
Dispenser section for information
on the Bleach Dispenser.
●
Load clothes into wash basket,
being careful not to overload.
Clothes should be below
retaining ring. See How to
Load Your Washer section for
more information.
For information on bleaches
and fabric softeners, see Other
Laundry Products section.
Close the lid. Washer will fill
but not agitate or spin with the
lid open.
●
Position the Filter-Flo pan on the
agitator. Lint will collect in the
pan for easy removal when the
wash is finished.
Setting the Controls
Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise to
your selected wash setting.
Use the Controls Setting Guide to
proper selections.
you make the
Regular Cycles automatically provide normal
wash speed and normal spin speed.
Select Water Level.
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/2 full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
Permanent Press and Knits Cycles automatically
provide gentle wash speed and gentle spin speed.
Pull Cycle Selector
Select
Temperature.
the washer. If you
-
STOP
setting after
washer has started,
push Cycle Selector knob in to stop the washer
and reset to the new position. Setting can be
changed at any time.
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TO HELP YOU SELECT
Regular
For most cottons, linens, and work and play clothes.
Longer wash times plus an extra deep rinse, spray
rinse and spin provide thorough washing and
detergent removal.
Permanent Press
For loads of synthetic
A cold water
de]
fabrics.
helps prevent set-in
wrinkles in permanent press shirts, blouses,
dresses and similar apparel with normal soil.
Knits
A combination of agitation and
provides effective
polyester knits laundering. An early and long spray
rinse cools down fabrics before the washer reaches
maximum spin speed to help prevent wrinkle setting.
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Extra Cleaning
For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil.
Agitation with extra detergent loosens stubborn
soils, and an automatic extra rinse and spin help
remove any detergent left after the first rinse and spin.
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Soak
Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time,
then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of
Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle.
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What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)
Regular Cycles
Cycle
Selector
Settings
Heavy
Light
Soil
Soak
Cycle
Wash
Spin
15
5
Rinse
3
42
28
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NOTES:
.
time includes pauses between
the
times. Fill times
●
time does not include water
household water pressure and your selected water level.
depending
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CONTROLS SETTING
Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads
Wash Water
Temperature
Load
Cycle
Cycle Setting
Cottons and Linens
White/Colorfast
Hot Warm
Warm or Cold
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Normal or Light Soil Setting
Normal or Light Soil Setting
Work Clothes
Heavy soil
Average soil
Hot
Hot or Warm
Extra Cleaning Cycle
Regular Cycles
Set at Start
Normal Setting
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons
Heavy or oily soil
Hot
Extra Cleaning Cycle
Set at Start
Average or
soil
Warm
Perm. Press and Knits Cycles
Light Setting
Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics
Sturdy
Warm
Warm
Perm. Press and Knits Cycles
Perm. Press and Knits
P. Press or Knits Setting
Knits Setting
Delicate
Silks, Wools; Blends
and Wool
Silk
Warm
Warm
Warm
Perm. Press and Knits Cycles
Perm. Press and Knits Cycles
Perm. Press and Knits
Knits Setting
Knits Setting
P. Press Setting
and Acetate
Down-filled garments, machine
washing is recommended
Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets,
Coveralls
Hot
Regular Cycles
Normal or Light Setting
Baby Clothes—Delicate
Warm
Warm
Knits Setting
Perm. Press and Knits
Regular Cycles
Blankets—Wool, Part-Wool, Cotton
5 min. soak, then Light Setting
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Blankets—Synthetic, Electric
5 min. soak,
Light Setting
Curtains—DO NOT MACHINE
WASH FIBERGLASS
P. Press Setting
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes*
P. Press or Knits Setting
Normal Setting
Slipcovers, Draperies,
and Rugs*
Hot or Warm
Cold or Warm
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Denims (especially Indigo Blue
Jeans) and other fabrics that bleed
Normal Setting
Rubber-coated Items, Laminated
Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and
Articles with Plastic Trim
Warm
Warm
Perm. Press and Knits Cycles
Perm. Press and Knits
Knits Setting
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Pillows
P. Press or Knits Setting,
depending on amount of soil.
*Check size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic borne-size washer.
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Bleach
Special Instructions
Liquid chlorine
Only
colorfast is unusually
Guide.
hot
Use maximum detergent recommended in
when needed.
liquid chlorine
or
maximum
recommended in the Detergent
only
White
liquid chlorine
wrinkling.
in
only notl-chlorine
Extra
White 01-
when
liquid chlorine
only
If’
soiled,
hot water.
maximum
in
Small
reduce wrinkling,
No
Wash
by
if
Follow
carefully
only
in
by the
by
non-chlorine
N() bleach
to
an
up
down
Wash
disappears
of
down
Rinse
a
baby
separately.
White 01
liquid chlorine
when
pads and sheets
Keep
in a covered pail
water and
only
N()
You may
Fill
a mild
hand-knit
blanket. Do
hired
to
at a
Pretreat heavily soiled spots
detergent.
N() bleach,
White 01-
White or
on
blanket,
blanket
a
piece cloth over plug to protect
and
heavily
spots with liquid
liquid chlorine
out
dirt
washing.
liquid chlorine type.
colorfast. liquid chlorine type,
Wash
or rugs or
“indigo
room to
Subsequent washings will
Shake
washing to remove excess
bleach
wash at
times in very
lines
discoloration. but will probably
will not discolor subsequent washing
discolor plastic
eliminate it.
to
No bleach
NO
FLUFF (No
Pillows
down.
different
pillows
fiber,
washed, but
check pillows
polyester,
be
lube/.\
washing is
weak seams or holes
detergent and agitate
mend prevent escape feathers or tilling. Fill washer,
minutes to dissolve detergent.
several
water level.
two pillows at time to balance load. Use
Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Labels
For more information
care labeling, send
“What’s New About CARE LABELS.”
sale by the Superintendent Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
20402.
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How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan
●
The Filter-Flo pan is the lint .
filter. Position the Filter-Flo
pan on the agitator after
NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash
basket. Do not put items to be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan. Do not place detergent packets
in the Filter-Flo pan.
. . : : : . .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
. . . . . . . . . . .
loading clothes into the
washer. Lint is
and removed after the wash
seen
:
. .
.
.
.
. .
. . . . . . .
..
.
.
.
.
.
.
. .
is finished.
How to Use the Bleach Dispenser
Measure bleach carefully. Here are some
recommended amounts:
● Use this dispenser with
liquid bleach only.
If you prefer to
use powdered
bleach, pour it
LARGE WATER LEVEL—1 cup (310
liquid
SMALL WATER LEVEL—2/3 cup (170 ml) liquid
into the wash
● Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into
bleach dispenser.
basket along with
your detergent. Do
● Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow.
Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause
fabric damage.
not pour
bleach
into the bleach dispenser.
● Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto
clothes or into the wash basket.
How to Use the Soak Cycle
● Start the washer. After washer fills and begins to
agitate, push in the Cycle Selector knob and turn to
SOAK CYCLE. Pull out the Cycle Selector knob to
complete the cycle.
● SOAK CYCLE
temperature
automatically
be cold.
●
For an extended soak, allow the washer to fill and
agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking
agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop
● For a hot or
warm soak, set the
Wash/Rinse
control to HOT/COLD or WARM/COLD and
turn the Cycle Selector knob to NORMAL in the
Regular Cycles.
the washer (keep lid closed) and
to soak for as
long as desired. After desired soak period, pull out the
Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle.
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If your clothes and household items don’t look
clean and fresh after washing, you will probably
rewash them.. and that means you’ll waste energy.
Remember to sort your clothes carefully, and load
them properly, select correct cycles, use enough
detergent and choose a water temperature warm
● Use Hot Wash—up to
when washing heavily soiled articles-such as
work and play clothes.
a regular basis
● Under normal soil conditions, wash in water above
This generally means using the Warm
Wash temperature setting on your washer
to
and
rid of soil.
temperatures approximately
or hand
If you notice that soil has accumulated
after several consecutive washings, use Hot Wash
occasionally, if safe for fabrics.
● 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
utility can
tell you which are the off-peak hours.
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HOW TO SORT
Sort by Surface 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 lint collection,
it is recommended
that fabrics of similar
construction be
washed together
whenever possible.
Sort by Soil
Separate
Sort by Color
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.
Special Modern Fabric Cycle for
removable heavy and oily soils.
(See Tips to Help You Select
● Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks
and buttons.
Settings section for instructions.)
● Do any necessary mending—rips,
hems, tears.
See Stain Removal Guide.
FOR INFORMATION ON
SOAKING AGENTS, see Other
Laundry Products Guide.
See Controls Setting Guide.
See The Problem Solver section.
● Check all items for areas of heavy
soil or stain.
Soaking and Pretreating-a good
way to loosen deep soils and
● 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.
● Remove stains. See Stain
Removal Guide.
A thorough soaking with detergent
or special soaking agent is another
way to remove heavy soils,
● Turn
knits inside-out to
minimize fabric surface damage.
embedded dirt and even some stains.
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This illustration, with clothes just
reaching the Clothes Retaining
●
clothes dry.
● Take a properly sorted group of
clothes and drop them loosely in
the wash basket in this order:
Ring, shows proper
Clothes
have room to move because
they are not packed down, nor
wrapped around the agitator,
Large
sheets. Do
not wrap around the agitator,
Clothes
wet
down which
to
[terns-like washcloths.
encourages overloading. This size
load requires
Medium Size Items–1ike
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 wash full load
clothes. you
it is better to
save clothes until you have full
you must wash smaller
loads, save water, energy and
detergent by adjusting the water
for the size of the load. See
Operating Instructions.
To Add Items After
the Washer Has Started
● Turn off the washer.
NOTE: When washing stockings,
panty hose
items, always
minimize
other easily tangled
separately. To
● Carefully remove the
pan.
we recommend
● Add
additional articles
the use of
by submerging them next to
the agitator.
● Replace the
pan
and restart the washer.
Special Recommendations for Washing Permanent Press If You Do Not Have a Dryer
If you
that you plan to
minimize wrinkling in the wash process:
machine-washing Permanent Press clothes
dry or drip-dry, use extra care to
● Use more water than you would for a regular load.
Use a Medium Water Level for a Small Load; a
Large Water Level for a Medium Load.
Be careful not to overload washer. Permanent Press
clothes must have ample room to move freely. A
Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that
should be washed.
● Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops
and hang immediately.
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DETERGENTS AND SOAP
Products
Are not available some areas.
Perform well in hard or soft water.
Phosphate-
Powdered Detergents
Wash all types of fabrics well.
Can be used hot, warm, or
cold water.
Generally do not clean well in
hard water.
Perform satisfactorily in soft
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 cold water.
Those containing sodium
carbonate as an ingredient may
cause harmful limestone deposits
on clothes and washer when
combined with hard water.
(See Detergents section.)
May not perform as
powdered phosphate products
when diluted in wash water.
as
Perform well in soft water.
Liquid Detergents
Offer better performance in
hard water than powdered
non-phosphate types.
Clean 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 soft water.
Soaps
May combine with water
hardness minerals to form
sticky soap curd.
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Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonate type non-phosphate detergent, you will most probably notice
limestone* deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces. The hardness of your water and your washing frequency
will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up. If your water is VERY HARD (11 or more grains) and if
you wash just a few loads a week, you may see limestone buildups in just a few months.
on Clothes
Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on
cotton, it will eventually affect various fabrics in the
following ways:
Causes spot-fading of bright colors as a result of
direct contact with detergent.
● Reduces wrinkle-resistance of permanent
press fabrics.
● Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to fabrics such
as toweling.
● Destroys effectiveness of flame-retardant finishes on
● Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy.
● Causes graying of fabrics.
cottons such as children’s
● Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action
between limestone deposits on the fabrics during
washer agitation.
● Leaves a white, powdery residue on
dark-colored items.
Recommended Methods to Reduce
Limestone Buildup
Effects on Washer
● Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to
the wash solution.
Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid
detergent if these are available in your area.
●
Mat-1
crusty formations caused by lint adhering to
the sticky limestone deposits.
Install a home water softener. This will significantly
reduce limestone buildup.
● Increased service calls because of limestone deposits
in the pump, recirculation water hoses, filters and
other washer parts.
Use a packaged non-precipitating water softener,
such as
brand with phosphate.
Reduced useful life of washer.
Good Washing Practices May Delay Limestone Damage to Clothes
● Increase amount of detergent. See guide on opposite
page for recommended detergent amounts in relation
to water hardness.
The following recommendations will temporarily
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.
Increase use of bleaches, presoaks, packaged water
conditioners, prewash soil and stain removers to
help in removing stubborn soils and stains.
Use hotter wash water, for example up to
for cottons. This also improves
oily-soil removal.
● 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.
● If you wash in cooler water to save energy, use
more detergent to promote better washing. Also
be sure to use bleach on
fabrics. Use
hot water whenever possible.
● Wash smaller
to increase cleaning action
of washer.
● Add detergent and
washer to fill and agitate
for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before
adding clothes.
● Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or
harshness in clothes.
*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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THE RESULTS OF CONTINUED
USE OF
DETERGENTS
(continued)
How to partially restore clothes
clothes have developed limestone deposits,
CAUTIONS:
Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer. The
acidic action the vinegar may damage the
they
be partially restored by soaking in a solution
ml) of vinegar in one gallon (3.8 liters)
of hot tap water
15 minutes. USE A PLASTIC
CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in the washer
using detergent.
,
● Vinegar soak solution may reduce the
wrinkle-resistance permanent press fabrics.
I
I
soak
the dyes in some fabrics.
HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHOULD YOU USE?
The use
sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most
important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out
How to use
Amount required varies
according to:
the recommended amount of
granular or powdered:
detergent produces too many suds,
switch to low
detergent
For best results, add detergent
to the wash
clothes. If you load your clothes
first, add detergent next to
the agitator.
hardness
Amount soil
Size of load
4. Type of detergent
Wash temperature
1.
and follow instructions
on package.
before loading
7
Using too little
detergent is a
common cause
laundry
Always
measure detergent
in standard measuring cup.
5
.
your detergent doesn’t dissolve
Use more detergent if you have...
well,
hot
the detergent in
1. Hard water
2. Large loads
Greasy or oily soils
4. Lower wash temperature
5. Low phosphate detergent
then pour directly into
the wash basket.
Recommended Amount of Detergent for Average Soil Load
1. Use recommended amount
of detergent for your load
and water hardness as shown
in guide at left.
Water Level Setting
I
I
Water
Hardness
1
cups
cups
(480 ml)
1
cups
HARD
2. When using other detergent
types—low and normal suds,
powders, liquids, non-phosphate
powders—follow directions
on package.
(300” ml)
(420 ml)
1 ()-20
I
cups
I
cups
(420 ml)
HARD
4-1 ()
(I ml)
(360 ml)
Powder
cup
ml)
I
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(240 ml)
(240 ml)
()-4 Grains
O-10 Grains
3. For Extra Cleaning
cycle double the amount
of detergent recommended
in guide.
cup
(180 ml)
cup
I cup
(240 ml)
Concentrated
Powder
(120
4. For hard water treatment, see
FOLLOW
LIQUID
I
Hard Water Guide.
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PRODUCTS
Laundry
Product and
How to Use it
Special Instructions
BLEACH
Chlorine liquid
such
Use your bleach dispenser. See How to
Use Your Bleach Dispenser section.
1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly
washer or dry clothes.
2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine
brand
bleached such as:
cotton flame-retardant children’s
leather, or non-fast
silk, wool, mohair,
colors. Dilute bleach before using on any fabric.
3) Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels for special
instructions.
1) May be used on all kinds of fabrics.
2) 1s most effective in hot water.
Non-chlorine such
2 brand
Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.
FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy Brand
1) Helps make clothes
2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on
some clothes.
and soft.
Mix recommended amount with one
cup (240 ml) water and add at start of
rinse cycle.
Wash additive such as
Rain Barrel brand
Follow package directions.
Add during wash cycle.
4) Do not pour directly on clothes.
5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle,
such as Rain Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s
instructions exactly.
SANITIZER
Chlorine bleach
such as
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and
viruses.
Use in case of infection and
contagious disease.
brand
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
Precipitating such as
Borax brand
Follow package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.
SOAK AGENT
Follow package directions.
Such as
brand
PRETREATING,
STAIN AND
SPOT REMOVERS
Follow package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
labels for instructions.
CAUTION: Washer control panels and finishes may be
damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain
remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the washer. Apply these pretreatment
products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment
products is not covered by your warranty.
Such as Spray ’n Wash
and
brands
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next
Go
Follow package directions.
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 will reduce discoloration
but may never eliminate it.
and
brands
NOTE: Tinted garments may not be
colorfast. Wash separately.
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1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The
● Test stain removal product on a hidden inside
seam or on a sample of the material.
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 and the finish in the chart on the
next page, and use only recommended methods.
3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.
4. Wash with recommended amount of soap or
detergent.
● Check the care label instructions that came with
the garment.
Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and
Fabrics
Mix 1/4 cup
ml) chlorine bleach with one
(3.8 liters) of cool
water—approximately
a sink or pan. Soak stained area
for minutes and launder in washer.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain
If these
the
are not completely removed in the wash,
spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.
Food or cooking
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.
Then they will become very visible and you may think
they were caused by the wash cycle itself.
Once These Spots Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?
●
Rub in undiluted 1
detergent and
stand 30 minutes.
● Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.
How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash” Stains?
●
Increase the amount of detergent normally used.
I
●
Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.
●
Wash synthetic garments more often.
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STAIN
Stain
Other Washable Fabrics
White and Bleachable Fabrics
See Controls Setting Guide.
Adhesives
Same white and bleachable fabrics.
Rub with ice
immerse in very
etc. )
Sponge
with
dry cleaning fluid, * then
Antiperspirants,
Apply undiluted liquid
Rinse. stain remains, bleach
Same as white
bleachable fabrics
according the Stain Removal Hint
may able
Rinse
page.
except use non-chlorine bleach.
it by
with
in cold
bleach
in
to the Stain Removal
stain
in
water, then
with a
previous page, launder,
a safe dry cleaning
launder,
in
in
Apply
Stain
stain
liquid detergent.
water.
Cream and Milk
dry. Bleach according
cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted I
detergent, in warm
Hint
previous page,
and dry.
and
Bleach
Removal Hint
directions
with warm water. It
With cream:
glycerine,
rinse well.
stand
minutes
with a
dry cleaning
i: Launder.
Shadow.
Mascara. Liquid
01- Pancake Makeup.
Grease,
Liver
stain with
detergent;
Hint
dry
and
Apply undiluted liquid
with a safe
launder in warm detergent
cleaning
Bleach
Removal
Tar,
Juices.
with warm water.
stain with
remaining
in
stain remains, bleach
Wine,
Stain
Hint
with
Apply
Appjy
Launder.
remaining stain
then launder.
be
has a chance
)
with
Old
removed.
type stain remains,
the Stain
stains can
can
Hint
be removed.
as
and
Ink.
Rust
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stains:
with
and
Appjy
the
launder using
cleaning
Hint
stains:
Stain
Same white and
and Varnish
with
then
banana 1. Launder in warm water.
with
Launder in
with non-chlorine
water.
Appjy
detergent and launder in warm
be able restore it by
any stain
has changed
vinegar
or
previous page, launder
with
dry
Hint
cleaning
according the
dry.
Same white and
fabrics
Appjy rust
** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and
such
which may-cause
A
Because
[end
using
user is
rust
Mixing
well
be used
with
required
(usually printed
Use
Save
refer garment
labels.
circumstances should fabrics containing
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) he in washer.
materials
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers (such as terry towels and chenille)
from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).
LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
● Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For
pound of dry clothes.
soil, wash one minute per
● Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a
precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or liquid detergent; use
warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a
packaged water softener.
● Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint.
granular
detergent in hot water before adding to washer; make sure detergent is completely
dissolved before adding clothes; switch to liquid or cold water detergent or use
warmer wash water. See Detergent Guide.
● Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer items at
one time.
● Too much bleach. Use correct amount of bleach according to package directions.
● Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle. Increase amount
of detergent. See Detergent Guide.
● Incorrect use of
softener. If used in wash cycle, softeners may react with
detergent to create a white deposit. Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless package
specifies adding to wash cycle. See Other Laundry Products section.
● Pilling usually on polyester-cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may
lint. Turning clothes inside-out may provide some help.
like
● Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener in
rinse cycle.
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
GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The
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 with extra detergent using
hottest water fabric can stand.
●
●
●
Insufficient detergent. You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is
larger than normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average, or if water is Hard to
Extremely Hard.
GRAYED CLOTHES
Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water to
the washer at
such as
Do not wash when other hot water
or family baths—are heavy.
Poor or inferior detergent. Change to phosphate detergent, if possible. Follow these steps:
1. Use water conditioner (such as
2. Pretreat stains.
brand).
3. Use the hottest water possible.
4. Use bleach where possible.
5. Use presoak aids.
6. Install water softener.
● Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing
gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of load.
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBLEM
● Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient.
However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use
twice the recommended amount of detergent.
GRAYED CLOTHES
(continued)
● Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at
bottom of previous page.
● Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for
smaller loads.
● Detergent dissolves too slowly. Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the
start of agitation. See Detergent, Other Additives section.
● To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:
1, Put clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check Manufacturer’s Care Labels to
determine if hot water is suitable for garment.
●
Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as
brand with
phosphate—use times as much as you need for normal water softening,
●
●
●
Do not use detergent or soap.
Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.
Repeat, if necessary.
2. If you prefer to use the Soak cycle, see How to Use the Soak Cycle section. Use
water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to
soak for about 20 minutes.
3. Use Extra Cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select Settings section.
● 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, above.
YELLOWED
CLOTHES
● Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach
(such as
2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Instructions. Restore
or brands), following package directions.
color using color remover (such as
●
or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.
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.
Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water
heater occasionally.
3.
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. If porcelain damage can occur,
do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.
Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes; always
BLUE OR GRAY
COLOR STAINS
dilute before adding to rinse water. See Other Laundry Products section. To remove
stains: Dampen stained area and rub with undiluted
detergent. Rewash, using
chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.
Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others maybe safely
washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturer’s Care Instructions
If in doubt, do not machine wash or
GENERAL
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBLEM
●
Relaxation shrinkage
occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched
and elongated by tchaen manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may be pressed back
into shape after each wash
dry cycle.
● Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics)
is removed by laundering. This may also 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
shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used
to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be prevented
by washing in cool or warm water and drying on Low or Delicate heat.
●
clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.
IN
PERMANENT PRESS
AND “NO-IRON”
ITEMS
Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.
● Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work clothes,
with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses. Do not wash Permanent
Press items with regular laundry.
● Too many clothes in washer. Permanent Press loads should always be smaller than
regular loads..
more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.
● Repeated washing in too hot water. Wash in cold or warm water with plenty
of detergent.
● Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents. If you must use a
non-phosphate detergent, avoid the use of high-carbonate-built detergent.
● Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use will minimize wrinkling.
To remove wrinkles:
●
●
●
on Permanent Press setting.
and dry on Permanent Press setting.
If unsuccessful,
on high heat for 10 to 12 minutes and
immediately.
● Send to dry cleaners for pressing.
● Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.
● Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Check to make sure all such objects
are removed. Also check wash tub.
SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
● Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons,
buckles, zippers. Fasten hooks, zippers and buttons.
Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is especially important in washing knits
which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.
Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by
improper use of chlorine bleach. Use only correct amount of bleach. See Other
Laundry Products section. Never
undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow
clothes to come into contact with undiluted bleach. Do not wipe up bleach
spills with clothes.
● Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and
toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels and other articles that
came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not
contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals.
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THE PROBLEM
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBLEM
● Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments before
washing and mend all rips and tears.
SNAGS, HOLES
TEARS,
OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
(continued)
● As Permanent Press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This is
normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process. It is not caused by
washer. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with Permanent Press. Remove collar
stays, when possible.
● Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears. Check agitator and
rough
spots if necessary.
● Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere. This is inevitable and is not caused
by washer.
. Too large loads. Load washer only with number of items that will move freely.
Pretreat with liquid detergent. Use Extra Cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You
Select Settings section.
HEAVILY SOILED
AREAS such as
collars and cuffs
WASHER WON’T
OPERATE
● Make sure cord is plugged into outlet.
● Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned
● Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector knob is pulled out to ON position.
●
Make sure lid is closed. Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open.
● Check house fuses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical
outlet, remove it. Washer should have separate outlet.
● Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and
regulated correctly.
WATER
TEMPERATURE
IS INCORRECT
● Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets...
hot to hot, cold to cold.
● Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet
o
hoses from water valve. Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.
● Check house water heater to make sure it is delivering water at
● Make sure drain hose is not kinked.
WATER WON’T
DRAIN
● Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. (2.4 m) above floor.
● Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.
WATER LEAKS
● Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and
front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.
WASHER IS NOISY
● A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor
stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in.” This sound is normal.
● 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 in a tub full of water), the spin basket
may strike the outer tub, creating a loud but harmless noise. To correct, open the lid
and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.
Washer normally pauses between washing steps.
between and rinse.
as between wash and spin or
WASHER PAUSES
IN CYCLE
If you need more
toll free: GE Answer Center@/ 800.626.2000/consumer information service
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove
water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.
The
The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave
open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate.
Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.
Do not store the washer where it will be exposed
to the weather.
The Exterior. Wipe off any spills of washing
compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try
not to hit surface with sharp objects.
For Long Vacations. Be sure water supply is shut off
at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather
will be below freezing.
To remove limestone from
pan
How to remove the agitator
●
filter pan in a preheated
(71 ‘C. )
To remove the agitator,
Cap
snap the cap off and remove
Screw
solution of-half vinegar and half water for 15
minutes. Then brush each side of pan with a stiff
bristle brush while flushing with running water.
the screw. Then remove
the agitator extender (on
models so equipped)
and the agitator.
—
Agitator
Extender
(on some models)
CAUTIONS:
● Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar
can damage porcelain.
—
Agitator
To replace the agitator,
carefully lower it straight
down onto the shaft so
,
● Do not exceed
may warp.
) or filter pan
that it fits
into
place. Replace the agitator
extender (on models so
equipped), the screw
and the cap.
—
.
.
.
(Appearance may vary)
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I
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or
check to establish warranty period
This warranty is extended to
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
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
and Washington,
In Alaska the
part of
that fails
warranty is the same except that it
is LIMITED because you must pay
to ship the product to the service
because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY
shop or for the
technician’s
travel costs to your home.
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
part of
that fails because
of a manufacturing defect. You pay
for the service trip to your home
Customer
servicers during
normal working hours.
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period
or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
and
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
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
● Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended
purpose or used commercially.
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:
GE Answer Center(R’
800.626.2000
consumer information service
● Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
WARRANTOR 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 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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