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Instructions ....................3, 4
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Operating Instructions, Tips
Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Controls Setting Guide .............................8, 9
Preparation
Detergents, Other Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-19
Cycle Settings
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Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Loading the
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Pan......
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Mini-Basket’M Tub ....................................5, 10
Pretreating.........................................9, 13, 19
SortingClothes........................................5,13
Mini-Quick Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Stains.
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Operating the
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Stain Removal Guide
Care and Cleaning
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Consumer Services ...................27
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Appliance Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..2
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service
Limestone Buildup ...............................16, 26
Storage and Vacation Tips ........................26
User Maintenance instructions ................26
Warranty........................................BackCover
Models:
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GE Appliances
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WARNING-To reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons when using your appliance,
●Do not wash or dry articles that
have been cleaned in, washed in,
A
soaked in,
combustible or explosive substances
(such as wax, paint, gasoline,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
●Use
appliance only for
intended purpose
cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may
ignite or explode. Do not add these substances
to the wash water. Do not use these substances
as described in this Use and Care Book,
●This washer must be properly
around your washer
operation.
dryer during
,
installed and located in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
,
before it is used. If you did not receive an
WARNINGHYDROGEN GAS
is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater and the gas
Instructions sheet with your
washer, you
free, the GE Answer
one by calling, toll
A
can accumulate in the water heater
water
—Properly ground to conform with
governing codes and ordinances. FO11OW
in Installation Instructions.
pipes hot water has not been used for a period
of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS CAN
BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE
CIRCUMSTANCES. So to prevent the
possibility of damage or injury, if you have not
used hot water for two weeks or more, or move
into a residence in which the hot water system
may not 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.
or store where it will not be exposed
temperatures below freezing or exposed
to the weather.
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
●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 this appliance
pull by the plug rather than the cord to
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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 otherwise 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
●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.
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appliance or any discarded
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
of
(continued
●Do not mix chlorine bleach with
ammonia or acids such as vinegar
rust remover. Mixing can produce a
toxic gas which may cause death,
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(continued)
●Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,
●Keep all laundry aids (such as
detergents,
fabric softeners,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged
cord or plug.
etc.) out of the reach of children,
preferably in a locked cabinet.
Observe all 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
●Keep the floor around your appliances clean and
flame
of fabrics. To avoid
dry to reduce the possibility
slipping.
such a result, the garment
manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
●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).
For washer operation
●Do not leave washer lid up during cycle. This
will stop the wash and spin action and prevent
completion of the cycle.
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob
to an
position does NOT disconnect
the appliance from the power supply.
Do not tamper with controls.
SAVE
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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.
Speed
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Heavy
large
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Sorting and Loading
●Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color
and amount of soil, according to instructions in How
to Sort Clothes section.
●Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not to
overload. Clothes should be below retaining ring.
See How to Load Your Washer section for more
information.
●Remove the Filter-Flo pan
●Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator. Lint will
collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is
finished.
and Mini-Basket tub. The
underside of the
is a good
place to put the pan while
loading or unloading clothes.
Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash basket. Do
not put any items to be washed in the Filter-Flo pan.
Do not use the Mini-Basket tub when washing
regular loads.
find complete details on how
●See How to Use Bleach Dispenser section for
information on the Bleach Dispenser.
and when to use it in How to Use the Mini-Basket
Tub section.
●For information on bleaches and fabric softeners,
see Other Laundry Products section.
●Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents,
Other Additives section for information on detergents
and other laundry additives.
●
the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin
with the lid open.
Setting the Controls
Select Wash/Rinse Temperature
Use the Controls Setting Guide to help you make the
proper selections.
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Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise to
your selected wash setting.
Select Wash/Spin Speed.
Select Water Level.
Pull
Selector knob
out to start the washer.
If you wish to change
setting after washer
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/2 full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
w
has
push Cycle
Selector knob in to stop
the washer and reset to the
new position. Setting can be changed at any time.
MINI-BASKET: Not used for regular loads. See How
to Use the Mini-Basket Tub section.
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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
water helps prevent set-in wrinkles in
delicate fabrics. A cold
Press
and Knits
permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar
apparel with normal
Knits
A combination of agitation and soak 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.
Cleaning
Extra Cleaning
Press
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.
and Knits
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Soak
Clothes activate in a soaking agent
then the water spins out. Washer turns
a short time,
at of
Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle.
Mini-Quick
Provides a complete wash
Washes, rinses and spin dries clothes in approximately
14 minutes (plus time).
in very short time.
Extra
What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)
Mini-Quick
Permanent Press
Knits
Regular
Heavy
Cycle
Selector
Settings
Knits
P. Press
Soil
4
2
10
Wash
Spin
Rinse
7
7
Spin
7
2nd Rinse
Spin
7
Total Time
NOTES:
.
Total
●Total time
household
includes pauses between
vary
pressure and
selected
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CONTROLS
Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads
Wash Water
Temperature
Load
Speed
Cycle
Cycle Setting
Cottons and Linens
White/Colorfast
Normal
Normal
Hot or Warm
Warm or Cold
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Normal Setting
Setting
Work Clothes, Dungarees, etc.
Heavy soil
Average soil
Normal
Normal
Hot
Hot or Warm
Extra Cleaning Cycle
Regular Cycles
Set at Start
Normal Setting
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons
Heavy or oily
Hot
Extra Cleaning Cycle
Set at Start
Average or light soil
Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press Setting
Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics
Sturdy
Perm. Press Setting
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting
Normal
Gentle
Warm
warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles
Delicate
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting
Warm
Warm
warm
Gentle
Gentle
Gentle
Silks,
and Wool
of
Knits Setting
P. Press & Knits Cycles
P. Press & Knits Cycles
Rayon and Acetate
Perm. Press Setting
Down-filled garments, if machine
washing is recommended
Normal Setting,
Regular Cycles
Normal
Gentle
Hot
Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Coveralls
Knits Setting
Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles
Regular Cycles
Baby Clothes—Delicate
Normal Setting
Normal Setting
Perm. Press Setting
Warm
5 min. soak then
Normal
Blankets—Wool, Part-Wool,
Cotton
Regular Cycles
5 min. soak then
Normal
warm
Blankets—Synthetic, Electric
P. Press & Knits
Hot or Warm
Curtains-DO NOT MACHINE
WASH FIBERGLASS
Gentle
Perm. Press Setting
Normal
P. Press & Knits
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Hot or Warm
Hot or Warm
Cold or Warm
Gentle
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes*
Normal
Normal
Slipcovers, Draperies,
& Rugs*
Setting
Denims (especially Indigo Blue
Jeans) and other fabrics that
Perm. Press Setting
Warm
Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles
P. Press & Knits Cycles
Gentle
Gentle
Rubber-coated Items, Laminated
Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and
Articles with Plastic Trim
Perm. Press or Knits Setting,
depending on amount of
Pillows
*Check size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bedspreads may be too large for automatic home-size washer.
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Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels
Bleach
Special Instructions
Liquid chlorine type.
If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed
Detergent Guide. Use
Cleaning cycle. See How Operate Your Clothes Washer section
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide.
Use Extra Cleaning cycle. See Tips to Help You Select Settings section.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide.
For heavy or oily soil on sturdy garments, use Extra Cleaning cycle. See How to Operate Your
Clothes Washer section. Small loads reduce wrinkling.
No bleach.
Wash
if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully
Seldom needed. needed, use only
non-chlorine bleach.
in your washer
recommended by the garment manufacturer.
No bleach
Wash frequently to
up the down and retain the garment’s warmth. Wash separately. Wet
down gives off an odor which may be absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when
garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and
granular detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance.
GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do baby clothes separately.
Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail cold
water and conditioning agent like brand.
spots.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.
You may prefer to use mild type detergent. Do hand-knit garments by hand or in Mini
Basket tub. See to Use Mini-Basket Tub section.
Fill washer. add detergent and allow dissolve
bleach.
Do one blanket a time.
-
Pretreat heavily
spots with liquid detergent.
sew strong piece cloth over plug to protect blanket
Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
Vacuum out loose dirt before washing
No
On electric
damage. Do one blanket at a
washer from
or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
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White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
No bleach,
Wash
2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt
For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least 3 times in very small
with full water
Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases. May discolor plastic
Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration, but will probably never eliminate it.
The stained
will not discolor subsequent washing loads.
No
Tumble on FLUFF (No
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Pillows are
polyester, natural feathers and
No bleach.
down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but
If
check pillows
weak seams or holes
detergent and agitate
mend
several minutes
prevent escape of feathers or filling. Fill washer,
to dissolve detergent, Add two pillows
time to balance load. Use
water level.
For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS.”
For sale by the Superintendent Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
20402.”
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HOW TO USE
TUB
Mini-Basket
Wash Loads
●
loads of regular
(1.125 kg).
(up to
pounds)
●Stuffed toys.
●Tennis shoes.
●Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles,
blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and
other small, delicate
How to Wash a Small Load of
or Delicate
1. Remove the
2. Place Mini-Basket
tub on agitator.
pan.
6. Add bleach, if desired.
Measure carefully and
pour recommended
amount of liquid
bleach—1/4 cup
(60
Pull the agitator
toward the front
of the machine for
easier installation and
into the bleach
See How to Use
Bleach Dispenser section.
removal of Mini-Basket tub.
7. Close washer lid and
3. Put detergent in the bottom of the Mini-Basket
tub before loading clothes (about the same amount
you would use for a small load in the regular wash
basket). See How Much Detergent Should You
Use section.
MEDIUM
●
●
set controls as follows:
—Set Water
to
position.
●
—Select desired
Speed and
BASKET
4. Load clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.
Temp. See Operating
Instructions.
5. Replace the
pan.
It serves as a lid to keep the
clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.
—Select desired cycle (Regular, Permanent Press, Knits
or Extra Cleaning). See Operating Instructions.
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8. Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer.
Special Instructions for Use of the Mini-Basket
●The Mini-Basket tub can be used with any cycle
except the SOAK cycle.
●When washing stockings, panty hose and other
easily tangled items, always handle separately.
To minimize tangling, we recommend the use
of a net laundry bag.
●Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket
when using the Mini-Basket tub. There will not
be enough water in the regular basket and damage
to clothes could result.
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How to Use the Mini-Quick Cycle
The MINI-QUICK cycle is a
short cycle, intended to wash
small loads of lightly soiled
clothes you need in a hurry.
1. Follow steps 1 through 8
on opposite page except for
cycle selection.
and
2. Push the Cycle Selector knob
in and turn it clockwise to the
MINI-QUICK cycle.
The Mini-Basket tub should
be used for satisfactory results.
3. Pull the Cycle Selector knob
out to start the washer.
Cleaning
How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan
●The Filter-Flo pan is the lint
filter. Position the Filter-Fl
pan on the agitator after
loading clothes into the
washer. Lint is easily seen
and removed after the wash
is finished.
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.
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How to Use the Bleach Dispenser
●Use this dispenser with
liquid bleach only.
If you prefer to
use powdered
bleach, pour it
into the wash
●Measure bleach carefully.
Here are some recommended amounts:
LARGE WATER LEVEL—1 cup (310 ml) liquid
SMALL WATER LEVEL—2/3 cup (170 ml) liquid
MINI-BASKET tub—1/4 cup (60 ml) liquid
--
basket along with
your detergent. Do
not pour powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser.
●Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into
bleach dispenser.
●Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow.
Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause
fabric damage.
●Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto
clothes or into the wash basket or Mini-Basket tub.
How to Use the Soak Cycle
●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.
temperature will
automatically be cold.
●For a hot or
warm soak, set the
Temp.
control to HOT/COLD
or WARM/COLD and turn the Cycle
Selector knob to NORMAL in the Regular Cycles.
● 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
the washer (keep lid closed) and allow to soak for as
long as desired. After desired soak period, pull out the
Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle.
OFF
●
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If your clothes and household
items don’t clean and fresh
●Use Hot Wash—up to
a regular basis
(rely when washing heavily
articles—such as work and
play clothes.
If you must wash smaller
loads, adjust the amount of water.
Small loads should have lower
water levels.
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
a water temperature warm
●
Wash in off-peak utility hours.
Your local utility can tell you
which are the off-peak hours.
●Under normal soil conditions,
wash in water above
This generally
●
Use Normal Spin Speed to
remove more water and help
lessen drying time. The dryer
will remove any wrinkles
caused by the Normal Spin.
means using the Warm Wash
temperature setting on your
washer—temperatures
approximately
enough
and
rid
or hand
●
Use your Mini-Basket tub for
very small loads. It uses less
water than the small water level
in the big tub on this washer.
You will also save on detergent
and energy.
comfortable. 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
you have a full
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Sort by Surface Texture
LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and
chenille—give up lint.
Separate
LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract
lint. These must be washed separately.
Lit
Lint
from
For more information on lint control, see
Problem Solver section.
Sort by Fabric
In addition to sorting to
reduce lint collection,
it is recommended
that fabrics similar
construction be
washed together
whenever possible.
Sort by Soil
Sort by Color
For instructions
on different fabrics
and loads, see the
Controls Setting
Guide.
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
Special Modern Fabric Cycles for
removable heavy and oily soils.
(See Tips to Help You Select
●Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks
and buttons.
how to
in your washer, see
Settings section for instructions.)
How to Use the Soak Cycle.
●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 al I items for areas of heavy
soil or stain.
●Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing
in a small amount of liquid
detergent or a paste made of water
Soaking and Pretreating-a good
way to loosen deep soils and stains.
●Remove stains. See Stain
Removal Guide.
A thorough soaking with detergent
or special soaking agent is another
way to remove heavy
and powdered detergent or soap.
●Turn
knits inside-out to
For best results, wait
before washing.
hour
minimize fabric surface damage.
embedded dirt and even some stains.
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR
This illustration, with clothes just
●Load clothes dry.
reaching the Clothes Retaining
Ring, shows a proper load. Clothes
have ample room to move because
they are not packed down, nor
wrapped around the agitator.
●Take a properly sorted group of
clothes and drop them loosely in
the wash basket in this order:
Large Items–like sheets. Do
not wrap around the agitator.
Clothes
items are
loaded dry since wet
to pack down which
Small Items–1ike
washcloths.
encourages overloading. This size
load requires a full water fill.
Items–like
What is the best size load of
clothes—large, medium, or
Save time, energy and
L.
detergent by avoiding extra use of
the washer. Try to wash a full load
of clothes. If you can it is better to
save clothes until you have a full
load. you must wash smaller
loads, save water, energy and
detergent by adjusting the water
level 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 and
other easily tangled items, always handle separately.
To minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net
laundry bag.
●Carefully remove the
pan.
●Add any additional articles 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 are machine-washing Permanent Press clothes
that you plan to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to
minimize wrinkling in the wash process:
●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.
●To minimize wrinkling, use the Gentle
Speed. See Operating Instructions.
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Products
Advantages
Disadvantages
Perform well in hard or soft water.
Are not available in some areas.
Powdered Detergents
Wash all types of fabrics well.
Can be used in hot, warm, or
cold water.
Perform satisfactorily in soft
or moderately hard water.
Generally do not clean well in
hard water.
Powdered Detergents
In some areas only non-phosphate
products are available.
May be difficult to dissolve,
especially in
water.
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.)
Liquid Detergents
Perform well in soft water.
May not perform as well as
powdered phosphate products
when diluted in wash water.
Offer better performance in
hard water than powdered
non-phosphate types.
Clean synthetics and fabric
blends
Are excellent as concentrates
for removing spots.
Completely dissolve even in
cold water.
Perform
in soft water.
Generally do not clean well in
medium-hard or hard water.
Soaps
May combine with water
hardness minerals to form
sticky soap curd.
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OF
USE OF
DETERGENTS
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.
Effects 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
cottons such as children’s
●Causes colors to fade and become
●Causes graying of fabrics.
and dingy.
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.
on Washer
Recommended Methods to Reduce
Limestone Buildup
●Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid
●Unsightly buildup on
the wash solution.
washer surfaces exposed to
detergent if these are available in your area.
Mat-like, 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
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.
●Increase amount of detergent. See guide on opposite
page for recommended detergent amounts in relation
to water hardness.
●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
removal.
improves oily-soil
●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
hot water whenever possible.
fabrics. Use
●Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action of
●Add detergent and allow washer to fill and agitate
for three or four minutes to dissolve detergent before
adding clothes.
washer.
●Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or
harshness in clothes.
*LIMESTONE–te c hnic a lly c a lle d CALCIUM CARBONATE–is c a use d b y the
re a c tion
the c a lc ium in the ha rd wa te r with the sod ium c a rb ona te in the d e te rg e nt.
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How to Partially Restore Clothes
Once clothes have developed limestone deposits, they
may be partially restored by soaking in a solution two
CAUTIONS:
●Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer.
The acidic action of the vinegar may damage
the porcelain.
cups (480
tap water for 15 minutes. USE A
Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent.
vinegar in one gallon (3.8 liters) of hot
CONTAINER.
●Vinegar soak solution may reduce the
wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.
● Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics.
I
HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHOULD YOU USE?
The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most
important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean.
Amount required varies
according to:
If the recommended amount of
detergent produces too many suds,
How to use
granular or powdered:
switch to a low
detergent
For best results, add detergent to the
wash basket before loading clothes.
1. Water hardness
2. Amount of soil
Size of load
4. Type of detergent
5. Wash temperature
brand, and follow instructions
on package.
If you
your clothes first, add
detergent next to the agitator.
Using too little
detergent is a
common cause
of laundry
problems.
measure detergent
in a standard measuring cup.
If your detergent doesn’t dissolve
well,
hot water, then pour directly into
the wash basket.
—
the detergent in
Use more detergent if you have...
1. Hard water
2. Large loads
3. Greasy or oily soils
4. Lower wash temperature
5. Low phosphate detergent
Alway
—
To use granular or powdered
detergent in the Mini-Basket tub,
put detergent in the bottom of Mini-
Basket tub before loading clothes.
To use liquid detergent, in regular
clothes basket or Mini-Basket tub,
follow package directions.
Recommended Amount of Detergent for Average Soil Load
Use recommended amount
Water Level Setting
of detergent for your
and
Mini-
Basket
Water
Hardness
water hardness as shown in
guide at left.
Medium
Small
cups
Large
cups
(420 ml)
cups
(360 ml)
cup
1
cups
ml)
1
cup
(85 ml)
VERY HARD
Grains
1
2. When using other detergent
types—low and normal suds,
powders, liquids, non-phosphate
powders— follow directions
on package.
ml)
I
cups
ml)
cup
ml)
cup
(60 ml)
HARD
4-10 Grains
I
Powder
cup
ml)
c up
c up
1
ml)
(
(120 ml)
(240 ml)
O-4 Grains
()- Grains
O-10 Grains
For Extra Cleaning cycle
double the amount of
detergent recommended
in guide.
3.
cup
cup
cup
cup
(60 ml)
Concentrated
Powder
(120 ml)
(120 ml)
(180 ml)
FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS
LIQUID
4.
hard water treatment, see
Hard Water Guide.
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YOU
IT?
Before you can decide what to do about hard
water, you need to know if you have it and, if so,
how hard it is.
If your water is
you have no problem. You
can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget
about hard water. If you have HARD water—less than
10 grains-and you use phosphate detergent, you also
have no problem.
●If you live in a municipal area, contact your
water company.
But, if you have more than 10 grains, you will need to
soften your water with either...
●If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas,
contact your county agent.
1. An installed water softener in your
or
The answer will be “you have ‘so many grains’ per
gallon (3.8 liters)” and means this:
2. The use of a packaged water softener.
O to 3 grains per gallon (3.8
4 to 10 grains-HARD
For information on water softeners, see the
guide below.
to
grains-VERY HARD
grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD
Add This Much Water Softener
a
Water
Grains
hardness
o-1o
IO-15
15–20
20–25
25-30
over 30
When using
with detergent
o
cup
(60 ml)
cup
(120
1
c up
cup plus tablespoon for every 5 grains above
30 (240 ml plus ml for each extra 5 grains)
(160 ml)
(240 ml)
When using
with soap
cup
(80 ml)
cup
(180 ml)
1 cup
(240 ml)
cups
(360 ml)
cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains
above 30 (300 ml plus ml for each extra 5 grains)
(160 ml)
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Special
and
to Use It
BLEACH
Chlorine liquid
such as Clorox brand
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
bleached such as: 100% cotton flame-retardant children’s
Use your bleach dispenser.
See How to Use Your Bleach
Dispenser section.
silk, wool, mohair,
leather, or non-fast
colors. Dilute bleach before using on any fabric.
3) Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels for special
instructions.
1) Maybe used on
kinds of fabrics.
Non-chlorine such as
package directions.
2) Is most effective in hot water.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.
Clorox 2 brand
SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy 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 static electricity.
3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on
some clothes.
4) Do not pour directly on clothes.
5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle,
package directions.
Add during wash cycle.
Wash additive such as
Rain Barrel brand
such as Rain Barrel brand,
instructions exactly.
manufacturer’s
SANITIZER
Chlorine bleach
such as Clorox brand
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and
viruses.
Use in case of infection and
contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.
WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
such as
brand
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.
Follow package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.
Precipitating such as
Borax brand
SOAK AGENT
Follow package directions.
Such as
brand
PRETREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT REMOVERS
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.
package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
care labels for instructions.
Such
Wash
brands
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,
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.
Follow package directions.
NOTE: Tinted garments may not be
colorfast. Wash separately.
and
brands
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HOW TO
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.
Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains. It
can set some stains.
2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take
these steps:
●Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the
3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.
next page, and use
recommended methods.
4. Wash with recommended amount 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 (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool
water—approximately
a sink or pan. Soak stained area
for 5 minutes and launder in washer.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain
If these stains are not completely removed in the wash,
the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.
Then they will become very visible and you may think
they were caused by the wash cycle itself.
Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments
may cause stains which are virtually invisible and
which you may not notice as you put your clothes
into the washer.
Once These Spots Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?
●Rub in undiluted
detergent and let stand 30 minutes.
stand.
●Rewash using hottest water the fabric
How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash” Stains?
●Increase the amount detergent normally used.
●Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.
●Wash synthetic garments more often.
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White and Bleachable Fabrics
Other Washable Fabrics
Stain
See Controls Setting Gu ide.
Adhesives
(Chewing Gum, etc.)
Rub with or immerse very cold water. Use dull tool
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge
with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * then launder.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach
according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. If color has
changed, you may be able to restore it by sponging with
Rinse thoroughly.
Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except use non-chlorine bleach.
Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,
Sponge or soak in cool water, then
according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder. launder.
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;
undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according
to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe
cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted liquid
detergent. Launder in warm water.
Chocolate, Cream,
Ice Cream and
Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page. Launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for
cream.
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.
Coffee and Tea
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted liquid
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page.
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.*
Then launder in warm detergent water.
Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid
or Pancake Makeup, Rouge,
Powder; Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil
Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining
stain with non-chlorine bleach.
Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to
the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.
Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,
Wine, Vegetables or Food
Coloring
Sponge with warm water. Apply
liquid detergent. Bleach remaining stain
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom
removed. Scorch can seldom
be removed.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots
they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.)
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch
If
type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint
on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except launder using non-chlorine bleach.
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and
sponge with dry cleaning fluid,* or use spray cleaner. Apply
Ink, Ballpoint
undiluted
detergent. Old stains:
according to the
Stain Removal Hint on opposite page.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Soften with oil, lard or petroleum
then sponge with
Paint and Varnish
turpentine or banana
Launder in warm water.
Launder in warm water. Rinse
withnon-chlorinebleach.
Bleach
Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If
Perspiration
color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with
vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with
cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page, launder and dry.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Apply
remover,** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and
Rust
launder.
with ammonia or acids such as Vine g a r
*Caution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you
are in a well ventilated room when using them. 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.
rust remover. Mixing can produce toxic gas which may cause
A
death.
Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.
Under
circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer.
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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
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).
OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
●Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute
per pound of dry clothes.
●Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a
precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. 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
with correct water level.
●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 fabric 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 look
like lint. Turning clothes inside-out may provide some help.
●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 oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible.
They are not caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after
wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots
appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra
detergent using hottest water fabric can stand.
GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
Insufficient detergent. You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is
larger than normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is large or if
water is Hard to Extremely Hard.
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
or family baths—are heavy.
● Poor or inferior detergent. Change to phosphate detergent, if possible. Follow these steps:
1. Use water conditioner
2. Pretreat stains.
as
brand).
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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PROBLEM
CLOTHES
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
●Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is
However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use
twice the recommended amount of detergent.
●Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or
six steps at
bottom of opposite page.
●Washing too long may result increased
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
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
the water softener 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.
4. Use the Mini-Basket tub. See How to Use the Mini-Basket Tub section. Increase
detergent.
● Incomplete
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 in “Grayed Clothes,” above.
CLOTHES
● Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach (such
as
using color remover (such as
●Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.
2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Instructions. Restore color
or
brands), following package directions.
1.
Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water before
adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2. Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and
manganese from water.
Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water
heater occasionally.
3.
4.
To remove
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
dilute before adding to rinse water. See Other Laundry Products section. To remove
Dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using
chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.
BLUE OR GRAY
COLOR
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
exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.
GENERAL
next
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
POSSIBLE
PROBLEM
●Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched
and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may be pressed back
into shape after each wash and dry cycle.
SHRINKAGE,
KNITS
Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics)
is gradually 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.
●Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.
●Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.
WRINKLING IN
PERMANENT PRESS
AND “NO-IRON”
ITEMS
Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work clothes,
with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts 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..
●Incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides
rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.
more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.
a
●Incorrect water level. Use Large Water Level for Medium Load, Medium
Level for Small Load.
●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
To remove wrinkles:
minimize wrinkling.
on Permanent Press setting.
●
and dry on Permanent Press setting.
If unsuccessful, on high heat for 10 to 12 minutes and hang 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
SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
removed. Also check wash tub.
Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt 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 add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes to
come into contact with undiluted bleach. Do not
up bleach spills with clothes.
●Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments before
washing and mend all rips and tears.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBLEM
SNAGS, HOLES
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
(continued)
●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.
●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. You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with
a Large Water Level. Do not wash heavy items such as
Remove collar stays, when possible.
with Permanent Press.
●Roughness or burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears. Check agitator and file rough
spots if necessary.
●May be caused by the use of Regular
for delicate articles. Use
Press
cycle. Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Labels.
●Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere. This is inevitable and is not caused
by washer.
●Too large loads, or too little water. Load washer only with number of items that will
move freely. Select correct water level.
Pretreat with liquid detergent. Use Extra Cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select
Settings section.
HEAVILY SOILED
AREAS
as
and
WASHER WON’T
OPERATE
sure cord is plugged into outlet.
●Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.
●Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector knob is pulled out to ON position.
●Make sure lid is closed. Washer will fill but
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.
WATER
●Make sure temperature selector controls are correctly set.
●Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and
regulated correctly.
IS INCORRECT
● Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets . . .
hot to hot, cold to cold.
o
●Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet
hoses from water
Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.
●Check house water heater to make sure it is delivering water at
WATER WON’T
DRAIN
Make sure drain hose is not kinked.
●Top of drain outlet should be less than ft. (2.4 m) above floor.
WATER LEAKS
●Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.
●Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
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(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBLEM
●Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in
and
WASHER IS NOISY
front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.
●
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 in.” This sound is normal.
●
Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin,
and may cause it 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 a loud but harmless
To correct, open-the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close
the lid and restart,
I
I
●Washer
pauses between washing steps... such as between wash and spin or
WASHER PAUSES
IN
between spin and rinse.
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CARE
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove
water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.
The Tub. The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid
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
●Soak filter pan in a preheated
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.
To remove the agitator,
snap the cap off
the screw. Then remove
the agitator extender (on
models so equipped)
and the agitator.
remove
—
Screw
— Agitator
Extender
(on some models)
—
Agitator
To replace the agitator,
carefully lower it straight
down onto the shaft
that it fits snugly into
place. Replace the agitator
extender (on models so
equipped), the screw
and the cap.
CAUTIONS:
●Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar
can damage porcelain.
●Do not exceed
may warp.
) or filter pan
—
(Appearance may vary)
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assurance that if you ever need information or
from GE, we’ll be there.
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ranty is still in effect and you’ll receive
a substantial discount. With a
year contract, you’re assured of
service at today’s prices.
AGE Consumer Service professional
provide expert repair service,
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for you. Many GE Consumer Service
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service today or tomorrow, or at your
Telecommunication Device for the
convenience
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know your appliance inside and
so most repairs can be
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User maintenance instructions
Upon request, GE will provide
controls for a variety of GE appliances,
and a brochure to assist in planning a
barrier-free kitchen for persons with
limited mobility To obtain these
contained in
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dures intended to be performed by
any user. Other servicing
free of charge,
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be referred to
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Consumers with impaired hearing
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(800-833-4322)
vice personnel. Caution must be
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m ay cau se u n safe operation.
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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
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
WHAT IS COVERED
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and
in your home to repair or replace
part that fails
labor
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
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
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
completely reconditioned
transmission. You pay for the
shop reconditioning labor, the
service trip to your home and
service labor charges.
Customer
normal working hours.
servicers during
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
●Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
●Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
●Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
●Damage to product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
consumer information service
Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing 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 vary 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:
Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
This book is printed on recycled paper.
Part No. 113
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