GE Washer WWA8890R User Manual

Washer  
Problem  
Instructions ....................3, 4  
More  
GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000  
Operating Instructions, Tips  
Bleach  
10  
Preparation  
Controls Setting Guide .............................8, 9  
Cycle Settings .............................................6, 7  
Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Detergents, Other Additives ..............15-19  
Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Loading the  
14  
Fabric Softener  
10  
Pretreating .........................................9, 13, 19  
Sorting Clothes ........................................5, 13  
Stains  
Pan .....................5, 10, 12, 14,26  
Mini-BasketTM Tub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Operating the  
12  
Stain Removal Guide ...................................2 1  
Care and Cleaning  
Consumer Services ...................27  
Agitator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......................26  
Limestone Buildup ...............................16, 26  
Storage and Vacation Tips ........................26  
User Maintenance instructions ................26  
Appliance Registration ..................................2  
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2  
Repair Service  
Warranty  
Cover  
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YOU...  
Write down the model  
and serial numbers.  
You’ll find them on a label on  
the lower left side near the front.  
Save time and money.  
Read this book carefully.  
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.  
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Use these numbers in any  
correspondence or service  
calls concerning your washer.  
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consumer information service.  
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For your safety the information in this  
or explosion or to prevent property damage,  
must be  
to  
risk of  
or loss of  
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your gas supplier from a  
—Do not store or use  
or other  
neighbor’s phone.  
instructions.  
the gas  
vapors and liquids in the  
or any other appliance.  
of  
you cannot reach your gas  
the fire department  
TO DO YOU  
Do not try to  
GAS  
service must be performed  
service agency or  
Do not touch any  
stitch;  
by a  
the gas  
do not use any phone in your  
Clear the room,  
occupants*  
or area of  
All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care  
Labeling Rule 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  
steps to follow for further help.  
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NEXT, if you are still not pleased,  
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before  
reduce the risk  
Do not wash or dry articles that  
of  
electric shock, or injury to  
have been cleaned in, washed in,  
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persons when using your appliance,  
follow basic precautions, including the following:  
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combustible or explosive substances  
(such as wax, paint, gasoline,  
. Use this appliance only for its 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  
around your washer  
operation.  
dryer during  
This washer must be properly  
installed and located in accordance  
with the Installation Instructions  
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before it is used. If you did not receive  
Installation Instructions sheet with your  
washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll  
WARNINGHYDROGEN GAS  
is produced by the chemical action  
within your water heater and the gas  
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accumulate in the water heater  
water  
—Properly ground to conform with  
governing codes and ordinances. Follow  
details 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  
to 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  
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 this appliance  
pull by the plug rather than the cord to  
avoid damage to the cord or junction of  
cord and plug. Make sure that the cord  
wait until the machine has completely stopped  
before opening the lid.  
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  
Do not repair or replace any part  
of the appliance or attempt any  
servicing unless specifically  
children. Do not  
children  
to play inside, on, or with this  
appliance or any discarded  
Dispose of discarded appliances and  
shipping or packing materials properly. Before  
discarding a washer, or removing from service,  
remove the washer lid.  
recommended in this Use and Care Book or in  
published user-repair instructions that you  
understand and have the skills to carry  
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the  
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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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Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,  
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has  
missing or broken parts, including a damaged  
cord or plug.  
Keep all laundry aids (such as  
detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners,  
etc.) out of the reach of children,  
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.  
T e laundry process can reduce  
Keep the floor around your appliances clean  
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.  
To avoid such a result, the garment  
manufacturer’s care instructions  
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).  
should be followed very carefully.  
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  
does NOT  
disconnect the appliance from the  
power supply.  
Do not tamper  
controls.  
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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.  
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Control  
a p p e a ra nc e m a y va ry  
Sorting and Loading  
Sort clothes carefully by fabric  
type, weight, color 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  
pan  
as a wash basket. Do not put  
any items to be washed in the  
pan.  
Remove the  
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.  
See How to Use Bleach  
Dispenser section for information  
on the Bleach Dispenser.  
pan  
and Mini-  
Basket tub.  
See How to Use Fabric Softener  
Dispenser section for more  
information on the Fabric  
Softener Dispenser.  
The underside  
of the lid is a  
good place to put the pan while  
loading or unloading clothes.  
Position the  
pan on  
the agitator. Lint will collect in  
the pan for easy removal when  
the wash is finished.  
For information on bleaches  
and fabric softeners, see Other  
Laundry Products section.  
Do not use the Mini-Basket tub  
when washing regular loads.  
You’ll find complete details on  
how and when to use it in How to  
Use the Mini-Basket Tub section.  
Close the lid. Washer will fill  
but not agitate or spin with the  
lid open.  
Setting the Controls  
Select Extra Rinse, if desired. Turn knob to ON  
to get a second deep rinse in the Regular Cycle.  
If no Extra Rinse is desired, turn knob to OFF.  
Use the Controls Setting Guide to  
help you make the proper selections.  
Select Speed.  
Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise to  
your selected wash setting.  
Select Water Level.  
SMALL: Washer is less than  
MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2 full.  
of clothes.  
Pull Cycle Selector knob  
to start the washer.  
If you wish to change  
setting after washer  
LARGE: Between  
and 2/3 full.  
EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3  
has started, push Cycle  
Selector knob in to stop  
the washer and reset to the  
MINI-BASKET: Not used for regular loads.  
See How to Use the Mini-Basket Tub section.  
STOP  
new position. Setting can be changed at any time.  
If you want to increase water level after you’ve made  
a selection, turn knob to RESET and  
new level.  
Select Wash/Rinse Temperature. Cold rinse  
be automatically provided with use Permanent  
Press and Knits Cycles.  
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Extra Cleaning  
For 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.  
Soak  
Clothes activate in a  
then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of  
Cycle—must reset for desired wash cycle.  
agent for a short time,  
What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)  
Regular  
Extra  
Cleaning  
Permanent Press  
Knits Cycles  
PreWash  
Cycle  
Cycle  
Light  
Soil  
Normal  
Soil  
Soak  
Cycle  
Heavy  
Normal  
Heavy  
Knits  
Settings  
Press  
Wash  
Soak  
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212  
Wash  
Spin  
15  
3’12  
3
11  
3’12  
3
10  
3’12  
3
10  
2’12  
2’11  
3
2
6
2’11  
2’12  
3’12  
3
Rinse  
Spin  
3
7
3
7
7
7
3
3
*212  
2nd Rinse  
Spin  
3
3
7
7
27  
*39  
Total  
36  
*48  
32  
*44  
21  
27  
11  
45  
39  
26  
*Wh en Ext ra  
NOTES:  
con t rol is t u rn ed t o ON.  
Total time includes pauses  
Total time does include water  
on household water pressure and your selected water level.  
each phase of the cycle  
times. Fill times vary depending  
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CONTROLS SETTING  
Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads  
Wash Water  
Temperaturex  
Load  
Speed  
Cycle Setting  
Cottons and Linens  
White/Colorfast  
Normal/Normal  
Normal/Normal  
Hot or Warm  
Warm or Cold  
Regular Cycles  
Regular Cycles  
Normal or Light Soil Setting  
Normal or Light Soil Setting  
Work Clothes  
Heavy soil  
Normal/Normal  
Hot  
Extra Cleaning Cycles  
Regular Cycles  
Heavy or Normal Soil  
depending on load size  
Normal Setting  
Average soil  
Hot or Warm  
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,  
Blends with Cottons  
Heavy or  
soil  
Normal/Gentle  
Normal/Gentle  
Hot  
Extra Cleaning Cycles  
P. Press & Knits Cycles  
Heavy or Normal Soil Setting  
depending on load size  
Perm. Press Setting  
Average or light soil  
Warm  
Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,  
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics  
Sturdy  
Normal/Gentle  
Warm  
P. Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press Setting  
Delicate  
Gentle/Gentle  
Gentle/Normal  
Warm  
Warm  
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting  
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting  
Silks, Wools; Blends of  
and Wool  
Rayon and Acetate  
Gentle/Gentle  
Gentle/Gentle  
Warm  
Warm  
P. Press & Knits Cycles  
P. Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press Setting  
Knits Setting  
Down-filled garments, if machine  
washing is recommended  
Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as  
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,  
Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Coveralls  
Normal/Normal  
Regular Cycles  
Hot  
Normal or Light Soil Setting,  
depending on amount of soil  
Baby Clothes—Delicate  
Gentle/Gentle  
5 min. soak then  
5 min. soak then  
Gentle/Gentle  
Gentle/Gentle  
Warm  
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting  
Blankets—Wool, Part-Wool,  
Cotton  
Regular Cycles  
Regular Cycles  
Warm  
Light Soil Setting  
Light Soil Setting  
Blankets—Synthetic, Electric  
Warm  
Curtains-DO NOT MACHINE  
WASH FIBERGLASS  
Hot or Warm  
Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press Setting  
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**  
P. Press & Knits  
Regular Cycles  
Regular Cycles  
Hot or Warm  
Hot or Warm  
or Warm  
Perm. Press Setting  
Normal Setting  
Normal Setting  
Slipcovers, Draperies,  
& Rugs** Normal/Normal  
Denims (especially Indigo  
Jeans) and other fabrics that bleed  
Rubber-coated Items, Laminated  
Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and  
Articles with Plastic Trim  
Warm  
Warm  
P. Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press Setting  
Gentle/Gentle  
Gentle/Gentle  
Pillows  
P. Press & Knits  
Perm. Press or Knits Setting,  
depending on amount of soil  
*Use Cold Rinse to save energy.  
**Check size,  
“draperies and bedspreads may be too  
for automatic home-size washer.  
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Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels  
Bleach  
Special Instructions  
Liquid chlorine type.  
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed  
If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in  
Detergent Guide, Use Extra Cleaning cycle. See Tips to Help You Select Settings  
section. Use Extra Rinse if desired.  
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  
if desired,  
Settings section. Use Extra Rinse  
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.  
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine  
when needed.  
If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide.  
For heavy or soil on sturdy garments, use Extra Cleaning cycle. See Tips to Help You  
Select Settings section. Small loads reduce wrinkling.  
No bleach.  
Wash  
if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.  
Seldom needed. If needed, use  
Wash in your washer err/y if recommended by the garment manufacturer.  
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non-chlorine  
bleach.  
Wash frequently to fluff 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. Pretreat spots.  
Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold  
water and conditioning  
like  
brand.  
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.  
No bleach.  
You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do hand-knit garments by hand or in Mini-  
Basket tub. See How to Use Mini-Basket Tub section.  
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Fill washer, add detergent and allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time.  
Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.  
No bleach.  
On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from  
damage. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.  
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.  
Vacuum out loose dirt before washing.  
If unusually soiled, use Normal/Gentle  
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type,  
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.  
Wash only 2 or 3  
or mats at one time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt.  
No bleach.  
For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water fill.  
Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases. May discolor plastic washer  
parts. Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations, but  
The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads.  
probably never eliminate it.  
No bleach.  
No bleach.  
Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat).  
Pillows are made of different  
down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but  
If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or  
fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and  
’ c a re la b e ls m ust b e followe d  
and mend to  
prevent escape of feathers or filling. Fill washer, add detergent and agitate for several minutes  
to dissolve detergent. Add two pillows at a time to balance load. Use extra large water level.  
For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS.”  
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How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan  
. The  
pan is the  
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 easily seen  
and removed after the wash  
is finished.  
......... :. .  
The Filter-Flo pan also serves as a lid for the  
Mini-Basket tub. See How to Use the Mini-Basket  
Tub section.  
. .  
How to Use the Bleach Dispenser  
Use this dispenser with  
Measure bleach carefully.  
Here are some recommended amounts:  
liquid bleach  
If  
you prefer to use  
powdered bleach,  
pour it into the  
wash basket along  
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  
with your detergent.  
Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into  
bleach dispenser.  
Do not  
bleach  
Powdered  
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 Fabric Softener Dispenser  
Position the Fabric Softener  
Dispenser on the Filter-Flo pan.  
When using Fabric Softener Dispenser with the  
Mini-Basket tub, use one (1) teaspoon (5 ml) of  
concentrated softener or one (1) tablespoon (15 ml)  
of diluted softener.  
Pour manufacturer’s  
recommended amount  
of fabric softener into a  
standard measuring cup.  
Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser  
with the Soak or Prewash Cycle.  
If the dispenser gets clogged, soak it in a solution  
of 1 cup (240 ml) water and 1 cup (240 ml) alcohol.  
Add enough water to fill ‘  
the cup 1/2  
Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.  
The fabric softener will automatically be  
dispensed at the proper time.  
Do not stop the washer during the first spin.  
This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.  
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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 is controlled  
by the Wash/Rinse  
Temp. selection.  
For a warm soak, set the  
Wash/Rinse Temp. control  
to  
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.  
For a hot soak, set the  
Temp. control to  
turn the Cycle Selector knob to NORMAL in the  
Regular Cycle.  
and  
Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser  
or the Mini-Basket tub with the Soak Cycle.  
Be sure the Extra Rinse control is set at OFF,  
Always rinse in cold water. The temperature  
of the rinse does not affect cleaning.  
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 water temperature warm  
to release and get rid of soil.  
Try to wash less often. Save articles of the  
same type of fabric until you have a full load.  
If you must wash smaller loads, adjust the amount  
of water. Small loads should have lower water levels.  
Wash in off-peak utility hours. Your local  
utility can tell you which are the off-peak hours.  
Use Hot Wash—up to  
on a regular basis  
when washing heavily  
soiled articles—such as work and play clothes.  
Use Normal Spin Speed to remove more  
water and help lessen drying time. The dryer will  
remove any wrinkles caused by the Normal Spin.  
Under normal soil conditions, wash in  
water above  
This generally  
means using the Warm Wash temperature setting  
on your washer— temperatures approximately  
or hand comfortable.  
If you notice that soil has accumulated after several  
consecutive washings, use Hot Wash occasionally,  
if safe for fabrics.  
Use your Mini-Basket tub for very small loads. It  
uses  
water than the small water level in the big  
tub on this washer. You will also save on  
and energy.  
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HOW TO USE THE  
TUB  
The Mini-Basket tub, designed for small loads of regular fabrics or delicate  
hand-washables, can be used with any cycle except the SOAK or PREWASH cycles.  
Mini-Basket  
Wash Loads  
Small loads of regular fabrics (up to  
(1.125 kg).  
pounds)  
Stuffed toys.  
Tennis shoes.  
Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles,  
blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and  
other small, delicate hand-washables.  
How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabrics or Delicate Hand-washables  
1. Remove the  
pan.  
7. Add fabric softener, if desired. Place the  
fabric softener dispenser on the  
pan.  
2. Place Mini-Basket tub on  
agitator. Pull the agitator  
toward the front  
,
Pour 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or  
1 tablespoon (15 ml) of diluted softener into a  
standard measuring cup. Add enough water to fill  
the cup 1/2 full. Pour the diluted softener into the  
dispenser. See How to Use the Fabric Softener  
Dispenser for dispenser usage instructions.  
of the machine for  
easier installation and  
removal of Mini-Basket tub.  
3. Put detergent in the bottom  
Close  
and set  
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  
controls as follows:  
Va ria b le Wa te r le ve l  
—Set Water Level to  
How Much  
4. Load clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.  
5. Replace the pan.  
Should You Use section.  
MINI-BASKET position.  
.
—Select desired  
Speed and  
(
=
Temperature. See How  
to Operate Your Clothes  
Washer section.  
\
It serves as a lid to keep  
the clothes in the  
Basket tub.  
\
—Select desired cycle (Regular, Extra Cleaning,  
Press or Knits). See How to Operate Your Clothes  
Washer section.  
6. Add bleach, if desired.  
Measure carefully and pour  
the recommended amount  
of liquid bleach—1/4 cup  
9. Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer.  
(60  
into the  
bleach dispenser. See How  
to Use the Bleach Dispenser  
section for dispenser usage instructions.  
Special Instructions for Use of the Mini-Basket  
The Mini-Basket tub can be used with any cycle  
except SOAK and PREWASH.  
Shake sand  
loose dirt out of clothes before  
loading; otherwise some may remain in the tub  
and on the clothes after  
is completed.  
Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket  
when using the Mini-Basket tub. There  
be enough water in the regular basket and damage  
to clothes could result.  
not  
When washing stockings, panty hose and other  
easily tangled items, always handle separately.  
To minimize tangling, the use of a net laundry  
bag is recommended.  
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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.  
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.  
For instructions  
on different fabrics  
and loads, see  
the Controls  
Setting Guide.  
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.  
EXTRA CLEANING  
It pays to check and prepare  
clothes for washing.  
Special Fabric Cycles for  
removable heavy and oily soils.  
(See Tips to Help You Select  
Settings section for instructions.)  
Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,  
zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks  
and buttons.  
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.  
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.  
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 soils,  
Turn  
knits inside-out to  
minimize fabric surface damage.  
embedded dirt and even some stains.  
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER  
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 are loaded dry since wet  
items are  
encourages overloading. This size  
load requires a water  
to pack down which  
Small Items–like  
washcloths.  
is the best size load of  
clothes—large, medium, or  
small? Save time, energy and  
detergent by avoiding extra use of  
the washer. Try to wash a  
of clothes. If you can it is better to  
save clothes you have a full  
load  
load. If you must wash smaller  
loads, save water, energy and  
detergent by adjusting the water  
level for the size of the load. See  
Operating section.  
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  
Use a Medium Water  
Extra Large Water Level for a Medium Load.  
for a regular load.  
for a Small Load; an  
Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops  
and hang immediately.  
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.  
To minimize wrinkling, use the Normal/Gentle or  
Gentle/Gentle Wash/Spin Speed. See How to  
Operate Your Clothes Washer section.  
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Disadvantages  
Products  
Advantages  
Are not available in some areas.  
Phosphate-  
Powdered Detergents  
Perform well in hard or soft water.  
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.  
Non-Phosphate-  
Powdered  
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 well as  
powdered phosphate products  
when diluted in wash water.  
Perform well in soft water.  
Liquid Detergents  
Offer better performance in  
hard water than powdered  
non-phosphate types.  
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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THE RESULTS OF  
USE OF  
DETERGENTS  
Is your water  
it is,  
use carbonate type non-phosphate detergent, you will most probably notice  
limestone deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces. The hardness  
will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up. If your water is VERY HARD (11 or more grains) and if  
you wash just loads a week, you may see limestone buildups in just a few months.  
your water and your washing frequency  
Effects on Clothes  
Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on  
cotton, it will eventually affect various fabrics in the  
following ways:  
Causes spot-fading  
direct contact with detergent.  
bright colors as a result  
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 dull and dingy.  
Causes graying of fabrics.  
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  
Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid  
Effects on Washer  
Unsightly buildup on al washer surfaces exposed to  
the wash solution.  
detergent if these are available in your area.  
Mat-1ike, crusty formations caused by  
adhering to  
the sticky limestone deposits.  
Install a home water softener. This  
significantly  
reduce limestone buildup.  
Increased service calls because of  
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  
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  
the effects 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.  
delay  
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  
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 loads to increase cleaning action of  
washer.  
Add detergent and allow 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  
the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent  
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How to Partially Restore Clothes  
CAUTIONS:  
Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer.  
The acidic action of the vinegar may damage  
the porcelain.  
Once clothes have developed limestone deposits, they  
may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of  
two cups (480 ml) of vinegar in one gallon (3.8 liters)  
of hot tap water for 15 minutes. USE A PLASTIC  
CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in the washer  
using detergent.  
Vinegar soak solution may reduce the  
wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.  
Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics.  
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.  
How to use  
granular or powdered:  
Amount required varies  
according to:  
If the recommended amount  
of detergent produces too  
many suds, switch  
to a low  
detergent brand,  
and follow  
instructions  
For best results, add detergent to the  
wash basket before loading clothes.  
1. Water hardness  
2. Amount of soil  
3. Size of load  
4. Type of detergent  
5. Wash temperature  
If you  
your clothes first, add  
detergent next to the agitator.  
If your detergent doesn’t dissolve well,  
the detergent in hot water,  
then pour directly into the wash basket.  
on package.  
Use more detergent if you have...  
Using too  
1. Hard water  
2. Large loads  
3. Greasy or oily soils  
4. Lower wash temperature  
5. Low phosphate detergent  
detergent is a common  
cause of laundry problems.  
Always measure detergent  
To use granular or powdered  
detergent in the Mini-Basket tub,  
put detergent in the  
in a standard measuring cup.  
tub  
To use liquid detergent, in regular  
clothes basket or Mini-Basket tub,  
follow package directions.  
Recommended Amount of Detergent for Average Soil Load  
1. Use recommended amount  
Wat er Level Set t in g  
of detergent for your load  
and water hardness as  
shown in guide at left.  
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Wat er  
Hardn ess  
Extra  
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Large  
Medium  
Small  
Basket  
1
cups  
cup  
(85 ml)  
VERY HARD  
1 0 -2 0 Grains  
cups  
(420 ml)  
1
cups  
2 cups  
(480 ml)  
2. When using other detergent  
types—low and normal  
suds, powders, liquids,  
phosphate  
(300 ml)  
(360 ml)  
cup  
(60 ml)  
cups  
(420 ml)  
1
cups  
(360 ml)  
I
cups  
cup  
HARD  
4-10 Grains  
Powder  
(180 ml)  
(300 ml)  
follow directions  
1/2 cup  
(120 ml)  
1 cup  
(240 ml)  
cup  
(240 ml)  
cup  
(180 ml)  
on package.  
(30 ml)  
O-4 Grains  
0 -1 0 Grains  
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3. For Extra Cleaning cycle  
double the amount of  
detergent recommended  
in guide at left.  
cup  
(120 ml)  
cup  
(60  
cup  
(120 ml)  
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cup  
(2 4 0 ml)  
cup  
(180 ml)  
Con cen t rat ed  
Powder  
O-IO Grains  
FOLLOW PACKAGE DIRECTIONS  
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4. For hard water treatment,  
see Hard Water Guide.  
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WATERDO YOU  
IT?  
If your water is SOFT, you have no problem. You  
can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget all  
about hard water. If you have HARD water—less than  
10 grains—and you use phosphate detergent, you also  
have no problem.  
Before you can decide what to do about hard  
water, you need to know if you have it and, if  
so, how hard it is.  
If you live in a municipal area, contact your  
water company.  
But, if you have more than 10 grains, you will need to  
soften your water with either...  
If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas,  
contact your county agent.  
1. An installed water softener in your home, or  
The answer will be “you have ‘so many grains’ per  
(3.8 liters)” and means this:  
2. The use of a packaged water softener.  
For information on water softeners, see the  
guide below.  
O to 3 grains per  
(3.8  
4 to 10 grains—HARD  
to 19 grains—VERY HARD  
20 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD  
Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level  
over 30  
25-30  
IO-15  
15-20  
20–25  
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cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above  
(240  
1 cup  
(240 ml)  
cup  
(60 ml)  
cup  
ml)  
plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)  
(160 ml)  
cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains  
above 30 (300 ml plus 15 for each extra 5 grains)  
I
cups  
113 cup  
cup  
(180 ml)  
1 cup  
(240  
When using  
with soap  
(360 ml)  
ml)  
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Laundry  
Product and  
How to Use It  
Special Instructions  
BLEACH  
Chlorine liquid  
such as  
Use your bleach dispenser.  
See How to Use Your Bleach  
Dispenser section.  
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  
brand  
silk,  
mohair,  
leather, or non-fast  
colors. Dilute bleach before using on any fabric.  
3) Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels for special  
instructions.  
Non-chlorine such as  
2 brand  
Follow package directions.  
Put bleach into washer with detergent,  
1 ) May be used on all kinds of fabrics,  
2) Is most effective in hot water,  
FABRIC 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  
2) Reduces static electricity.  
3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on  
and soft.  
some clothes,  
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.  
See under Bleach above.  
brand  
WATER SOFTENER  
Non-precipitating  
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping  
water clear.  
Follow package directions.  
Add at start of wash  
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 water.  
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.  
Such as  
and  
Wash  
Follow package directions. Treat only  
brands  
heavily  
care  
areas. Check garments’  
for instructions.  
TINTS AND DYES  
Powdered such as  
Follow package directions.  
NOTE: Tinted garments may not be  
colorfast. Wash separately.  
washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go  
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,  
l/2 cup ( 120 ml) detergent, I 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  
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HOW TO  
1. Try to remove stains soon possible.  
Test stain removal product on a hidden  
inside seam or on a  
the material.  
The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.  
2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take  
these steps:  
Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains.  
It can set some stains.  
Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the  
3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.  
next page, and use only recommended methods.  
4. Wash with recommended amount of soap or  
detergent.  
Check the care label instructions that came with  
the garment.  
Fabrics  
Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and  
Mix 1/4 cup  
water—approximately  
ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool  
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  
not notice as you put your clothes  
into the washer.  
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.  
Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.  
Wash synthetic garments more often.  
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Stain  
White and Bleachable Fabrics  
Other Washable Fabrics  
See Con t rols Set t in g Guide.  
Adhesives  
(Chewing Gum, etc.)  
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.  
c a re fully sc ra p e off a s  
a d he sive  
as possible. Sponge  
with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * then launder.  
Antiperspirants,  
Deodorants  
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. 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  
ammonia.** Rinse thoroughly.  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics  
except use non-chlorine bleach.  
Sponge or soak in cool water, then  
launder.  
Blood  
Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,  
bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.  
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe  
cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted liquid  
detergent. Launder in warm water.  
Chocolate, Cream,  
Ice Cream and Milk  
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;  
Apply undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according  
to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.  
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  
Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on  
opposite page. Launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for  
cream.  
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.*  
Then launder in warm detergent water.  
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning  
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal  
Hint on opposite page.  
Apply undiluted liquid  
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  
d e te rg e nt. Bleach remaining stain  
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.  
mildew stains can seldom be  
removed. Scorch can seldom  
be removed.  
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,  
Mildew, Scorch  
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots while  
they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.)  
If either 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  
undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains: Bleach according to the  
Stain Removal Hint on opposite page.  
Ink, Ballpoint  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.  
Paint and Varnish  
Perspiration  
Soften with oil, lard or petroleum jelly, then sponge with  
turpentine or banana oil. Launder in warm water.  
Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach  
with non-chlorine bleach.  
Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If  
color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with  
ammonia or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with  
dry  
cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on  
opposite page, launder and dry.  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.  
Rust  
Apply rust remover,** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and  
launder.  
mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such  
and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause  
*Caution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure  
are in a well ventilated room when using them. No cleaning  
fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitations  
A
and required cautions (usually printed  
with flammable compounds.  
label). Use extreme caution  
Save and refer  
garment manufacturer’s care labels.  
Under no 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  
LINT OR RESIDUE  
ON  
Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers (such as terry towels and  
chenille) from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).  
Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute  
per pound of dry clothes.  
Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine 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  
specifies adding to wash cycle. See Other Laundry Products section.  
unless package  
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, oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very  
GREASY OR OILY  
STAINS ON  
LAUNDERED  
GARMENTS  
visible. They are  
caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible  
and hottest water fabric can stand. spots  
after wearing. Use more detergent  
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  
to increase amount of detergent used if load  
if soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is large  
GRAYED CLOTHES  
is larger than  
or if water is Hard to Extremely Hard.  
Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot  
water to the washer at  
water needs—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 (such as brand).  
2. Pretreat stains.  
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.  
Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps  
described above.  
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POSSIBLE CAUSE  
PROBLEM  
Improper soaking with  
However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to  
use twice the recommended amount of detergent.  
detergent. Usually a 30-minute  
sufficient.  
GRAYED CLOTHES  
(continued)  
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 cycles, 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 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 in 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  
color using color remover (such as  
or  
brands), following package directions.  
Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.  
1. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water  
before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach,  
2. Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron  
and manganese from water.  
3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain  
water heater occasionally.  
4. To remove spots: Spread stained portion over pan of boiling water  
and squeeze lemon juice through stain. To remove overall yellow, use a  
commercially available rust scale remover, following package instructions. 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. Dilute softener before filling your Fabric Softener  
Dispenser. Also, do not lift lid during spin. This may cause improper dispensing, resulting  
in stains. See Other Laundry Products section, To remove stains: Dampen stained area  
and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.  
COLORSTAINS  
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.  
SHRINKAGE,  
GENERAL  
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER  
(continued)  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly  
stretched and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs,  
be pressed back into shape after each wash and@ cycle.  
may  
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 heat  
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.  
IN  
Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.  
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 . . . no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.  
Incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides  
a
rinse to minimize  
Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.  
Incorrect water  
Use Extra 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 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 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  
SNAGS, HOLES,  
OR  
EXCESSIVE WEAR  
objects are removed. Also check wash tub.  
Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt  
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 wipe 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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PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
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 towels  
with Permanent Press. Remove collar stays, when possible.  
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 or Knits 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.  
HEAVILY SOILED  
AREAS such as  
collars and cuffs  
Pretreat with liquid detergent. Use Extra Cleaning cycles, Heavy setting.  
Help You Select Settings section.  
Tips to  
WASHER WON’T  
OPERATE  
Make 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 will not spin or agitate with lid  
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.  
TEMPERATURE  
IS INCORRECT  
Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and  
regulated correctly.  
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  
WATER WON’T  
DRAIN  
Make sure drain hose is not kinked,  
Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 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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THE PROBLEM SOLVER  
(continued)  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
Make sure washer is level and firm to  
PROBLEM  
WASHER IS NOISY  
floor with rubber foot pads in place  
and 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 “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 when water level is set higher  
than necessary), 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 PAUSES  
CYCLE  
Washer normally pauses between washing steps. . such as between wash and  
or between and rinse.  
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CARE  
USER  
INSTRUCTIONS  
The  
The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid  
To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove  
water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.  
open after washing to  
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  
How to remove the agitator  
To remove limestone from  
pan  
To remove the  
Soak filter  
in a  
‘C. )  
and half water for  
Cap  
solution of ’half  
snap the cap off and remove  
the screw. Then remove  
the agitator extender (on  
models so equipped)  
and the agitator.  
Screw  
minutes. Then brush each side of  
bristle brush while flushing with  
with a stiff  
water.  
Agitator  
Extender  
(on some models)  
Agitator  
To replace the agitator,  
carefully lower it straight  
down onto the shaft so  
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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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER  
WARRANTY  
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or  
check to establish warranty period.  
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FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
This warranty is extended to  
II 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  
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 of  
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  
labor charges.  
Customer  
servicers during  
normal working hours.  
Should your appliance need  
service, during warranty period  
or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES  
(800-432-2737).  
Service trips to your home to teach  
you how to use the product.  
Replacement of house fuses or  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED  
Read your Use and Care material.  
If you then have any questions  
about operating the product, please  
contact your dealer or our  
Consumer Affairs office at the  
address below, or call, toll free:  
Failure of the product if it is used  
for other than its intended  
purpose or used commercially.  
Damage to product caused by  
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
WARRANTOR IS NOT  
RESPONSIBLE FOR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
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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  
This book is printed on recycled paper.  
Part No. 113  
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