Washer
Problem
Safe* Instructions ....................3,4
More questions
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Operating Instructions, Tips
Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls Setting Guide .............................8, 9
CycleSettings.............................................6, 7
Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Fabric Softener Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pan .....................5, 10, 12, 14,26
Preparation
Detergents, Other Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-19
Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Loading the
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Pretreating.........................................9, 13, 19
SortingClothes........................................5,13
Stains
Mini-Basket TM
...........................................5,12
Operating the
2
Stain Removal Guide ...................................2 1
Care and Cleaning
Consumer Services ...................27
ApplianceRegistration..................................2
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Limestone Buildup ...............................16, 26
Storage and Vacation Tips ........................26
User Maintenance instructions ................26
Warranty........................................BackCover
Models:
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on
the lower left side near the front.
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your
new washer properly.
Save time and money.
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
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
this card,
numbers here:
write these
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
builder)
sold you the washer,
Model Number
Serial Number
To obtain a Spanish language
version of this book, call
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service.
la version en
manual, name a
de
de
GE Answer
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
concerning your washer.
800.626.2000.
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the
or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
risk of
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your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. the gas supplier’s
instructions.
you cannot reach your gas supplier,
the department.
—Do not store or use
or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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TO DO YOU
GAS
● Do not try to
any appliance.
—Instigation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
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Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your building.
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the room, building or area of all
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
We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
20 North
Drive
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details—including
your phone number—to:
Chicago, IL 60606
steps to
for further help.
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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Keep laundry aids (such as
detergents, bleaches, fabric
etc.) out of the reach of children,
preferably in a locked cabinet.
Observe all warnings on container
labels to avoid personal injury.
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Do not operate
appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged
cord or plug.
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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.
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Keep the area around and underneath
your appliances free from the
accumulation of combustible materials,
such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
.!
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The laundry process can reduce
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Keep the floor around your appliances clean and
dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
the flame
of fabrics.
To avoid such a result, the garment
manufacturer’s care instructions
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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
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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
controls.
SAVE
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES
WARNINGTO reduce the risk of
electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
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Control panel appearance may vary
Sorting and Loading
Do not use the Filter-Flo pan
as a wash basket. Do not put
any items to be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan.
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Add measured amount of
detergent. See Detergents, Other
Additives section for information
on detergents and other laundry
additives.
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Sort clothes carefully by fabric
type, weight, color and amount
of soil, according to instructions
in How to Sort Clothes section.
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See How to Use Bleach
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Remove the
Filter-Flo pan
and Mini-
Basket tub.
The underside
of the lid is a
good place to put the pan while
loading or unloading clothes.
Dispenser section for information
on the Bleach Dispenser.
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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.
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See How to Use Fabric Softener
Dispenser section for more
information on the Fabric
Softener Dispenser.
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Position the Filter-Flo pan on
the agitator. Lint will collect in
the pan for easy removal when
the wash is finished.
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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
but not agitate or spin with the
lid open.
Setting the Controls
Select Wash/Rinse Temperature. Cold rinse will
be automatically provided with use of Permanent
Press and Knits Cycles.
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 1/3 full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and l/~ full.
LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
Pull Cycle Selector knob
out to start the washer.
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If you wish to change
setting after washer
STOP
has started, push Cycle
MINI-BASKET: Not used for regular loads. See How
to Use the Mini-Basket Tub section.
Selector knob into stop
the washer and reset to the
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
select new level.
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TO HELP YOU SELECT
Regular
most cottons, linens,
work and play clothes.
Longer wash times plus extra deep rinse, spray
rinse and spin provide thorough washing and
detergent removal.
NORMAL SOIL
Permanent Press
For loads synthetic and/or delicate fabrics. A cold
water
helps prevent set-in wrinkles in
permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar
apparel with
soil.
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Knits
A combination of agitation and soak provides effective
polyester knits laundering. An early and long spray
cools down fabrics before the washer reaches
maximum spin speed to help prevent wrinkle setting.
PreWash
For use when clothes are excessively soiled. Provides
agitated soak and soak without agitation,
followed by agitation and spin. Washer must be
reset for desired wash cycle.
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Extra Cleaning
For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation
with extra detergent loosens stubborn soils, and an
automatic extra rinse and spin help remove any
detergent left after the first rinse and spin.
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Soak
Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time,
then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end
Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle.
OFF
NORMAL
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OFF
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What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)
Extra Cleaning
Heavy Normal
Press and
Knits Cycles
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Regular Cycles
PreWash Cycle
Selector
Settings
Heavy
Press Knits
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Cycle
Soil
Soak
Wash
Spin
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Rinse
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7
7
7
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2nd Rinse
Spin
7
7
Total Time
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NOTES:
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includes
time does )101
depending on
phase
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vary
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CONTROLS
Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads
Wash Water
Temperature’
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, etc.
Heavy soil
Average soil
Normal/Normal
Normal/Normal
Hot
Hot or Warm
Extra Cleaning Cycles
Regular Cycles
Heavy Setting
Normal Setting
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons
Heavy or oily soil
Normal/Gentle
Hot
Extra Cleaning Cycles
Heavy Setting
Average light soil
Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press Setting
Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics
Sturdy
Normal/Gentle
Gentle/Gentle
Warm
Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press Setting
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting
Delicate
Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk
and Wool
Gentle/Normal
Gentle/Gentle
Gentle/Gentle
Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting
Rayon and Acetate
Perm. Press Setting
Down-filled garments, if machine
washing is recommended
Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles
Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Coveralls
Normal/Normal
Gentle/Gentle
Hot
Regular Cycles
Normal or Light Soil Setting,
depending on amount of soil
P. Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press Setting
Baby Clothes—Delicate
Warm
Soil Setting
Light Soil Setting
Perm. Press Setting
Blankets—Wool. Part-Wool,
Cotton
5 min. soak then
Normal/Normal
Warm
Regular Cycles
5 min. soak then
Normal/Normal
Blankets—Synthetic, Electric
Warm
Regular Cycles
Hot or Warm
P. Press Knits Cycles
Curtains—DO NOT MACHINE
WASH FIBERGLASS
Gentle/Gentle
Perm. Press Setting
Normal Setting
Normal Setting
Gentle/Gentle
Normal/Normal
Normal/Normal
Hot or Warm
or Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles
Regular Cycles
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**
Slipcovers, Draperies,
& Rugs*’
Denims (especially Indigo Blue
Jeans) and other fabrics that
Cold or Warm
Regular Cycles
Warm
Warm
P. Press & Knits Cycles Knits Setting
Rubber-coated Items, Laminated
Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and
Articles with Plastic Trim
Gentle/Gentle
Gentle/Gentle
Pillows
P. Press & Knits Cycles Perm. Press or Knits Setting,
depending on amount soil
*Use Cold Rinse to save energy.
draperies
bedspreads may be too large for automatic home-size washer.
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Refer to
Manufacturers’ Care Labels
I Bleach
Liquid chlorine type.
If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in
Only non-chlorine
when needed,
Detergent Guide. Use Extra Cleaning cycle. See How to Operate Your Clothes Washer section.
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White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
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,
chlorine type.
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.
only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
No bleach.
Wash only if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.
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needed. If needed, use only
non-chlorine bleach.
Wash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.
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Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment’s warmth. Wash separately. Wet
down gives off an odor which maybe absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when
garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and
granular detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to
GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do baby clothes
Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold
water and conditioning agent like
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 section.
Fill washer, add detergent and to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time.
brand.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.
No bleach.
Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
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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.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
No bleach.
If
Wash only 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 room to move to avoid white lines at creases. May discolor plastic washer
soiled. use
parts. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration, but will probably never eliminate it.
The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads.
on FLUFF (No Heat).
No bleach.
No bleach.
Pillows are made of different
fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and
down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but manufacturers’ care labels must be followed
If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes 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
For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS.”
For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
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How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan
. The Filter-Flo pan is the
.
NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Ho pan as a wash
filter. Position the Filter-Flo
pan on the agitator after
loading clothes into the
washer. Lint is easily seen
and removed after the wash
is finished.
basket. Do not put
to be washed in the
Filter-Ho pan. Do not place detergent packets
in the Filter-Flo pan.
The Filter-Flo pan also serves as a lid for the
Mini-Basket tub. See How to Use the Mini-Basket
Tub section.
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How to Use the Bleach Dispenser
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Measure bleach carefully.
Use this dispenser with
liquid bleach only.
If you prefer to
use powdered
bleach, pour it
Here are some recommended amounts:
LARGE WATER LEVEL—1 cup(310 ml) liquid
SMALL WATER LEVEL—2/3 cup (170 ml) liquid
cup (60 ml) liquid
into the wash
basket along with
your detergent. Do
not pour powdered bleach
into the bleach dispenser.
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Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into
bleach dispenser.
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Do not overfill or allow dispenser to
Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause
fabric damage.
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Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto
clothes or into the wash basket or Mini-Basket tub.
How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser
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.
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Position the Fabric Softener
Dispenser on the Filter-Flo pan.
. Pour manufacturer’s
recommended amount
of fabric softener into a
standard measuring cup.
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Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with
the Soak Cycle.
If the dispenser gets clogged, soak it in a solution of
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Add enough water to fill
the cup 1/2 full.
1 cup (240
water and 1 cup (240
alcohol.
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Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.
The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed
at the proper time.
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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
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Soak Cycle temperature
is controlled by the
Temp.
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.
selection.
For a warm soak, set the
Temp. control
to
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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
and turn the Cycle Selector knob to
NORMAL in the Regular
Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser or the
Mini-Basket tub with the Soak Cycle.
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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 a water temperature warm
enough to release and get rid
of soil.
Use Hot Wash—up to
a regular basis only
when washing heavily soiled
articles—such as work and
play clothes.
Wash in off-peak utility hours.
Your local utility can tell you
which are the off-peak hours.
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Under normal soil conditions,
wash in water above
This generally means
using the Warm Wash
temperature setting on your
washer— temperatures
approximately
Use your washer’s Normal Spin.
This will remove more water
during spin, which will shorten
drying cycle to save more energy.
You can use the Normal Spin in
place of the Gentle Spin usually
recommended for Permanent
Press items. Switch to any of the
Fabric Care Programs that
or hand
comfortable. If you notice that
soil has accumulated after
several consecutive washings,
use Hot Wash occasionally, if
safe for fabrics.
indicate a Normal Spin. (See
Setting the Controls section.)
The dryer will remove any
wrinkles which may result from
the Normal Spin.
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Try to wash less often. Save
articles of the same type of fabric
until you have a full load.
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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.
If you must wash smaller loads,
adjust the amount of water.
Small loads should have lower
water levels.
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HOW TO USE THE
TUB
Mini-Basket
Wash Loads
Stuffed toys.
Tennis shoes.
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Small loads of regular fabrics (up to
pounds)
(1.125 kg).
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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 Regular Fabrics or Delicate
1. Remove the
6. Add
Measure
if desired.
and
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2. Place Mini-Basket
tub on agitator.
pour recommended
amount of liquid
bleach—1/4 cup
(60
into the bleach
See How to Use
Pull the agitator
toward the front
of the machine for
easier installation and
removal of Mini-Basket tub.
Bleach Dispenser section.
7. Add fabric softener, if desired. Place the
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.
fabric softener dispenser on the
pan.
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.
4. Load clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.
5. Replace the
pan. It serves as a lid
to keep the clothes in
the Mini-Basket tub.
8. Close washer lid and set
controls as follows:
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—Set Water
to
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position.
—Select desired
Speed and
Temp.
See Operating Instructions.
—Select desired cycle.
9. Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer.
Special Instructions for Use of the Mini-Basket
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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.
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The Mini-Basket tub can be used with any cycle
except the SOAK and PREWASH cycle.
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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Sort by
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.
Lint
Collectors
For more information on lint control, see The
Problem Solver section.
Sort by Fabric
In addition to sorting to
reduce lint collection,
Separate
Press
Cottons &
Synthetics&
it is recommended
that fabrics of similar
construction be
together
from
from
Linens
’n
whenever possible.
Sort Soil
For instructions
on different
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.
It pays to check and prepare
clothes for washing.
EXTRA CLEANING
Special Modern Fabric
removable heavy and oily soils.
(See Tips to Help You Select
Settings section for instructions.)
See Stain Removal Guide.
See Controls Setting Guide.
See The Problem Solver section.
for
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Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks
and buttons.
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Do any necessary mending—rips,
hems, tears.
FOR INFORMATION ON
SOAKING AGENTS, see Other
Laundry Products Guide.
Check all items for areas of heavy
soil or stain.
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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
way to&n deep
good
Remove stains. See Stain
Removal Guide.
and
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
This illustration, with clothes just
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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.
Clothes are loaded dry since wet
items are likely to pack down which
encourages overloading. This size
load requires a full water fill.
Take a properly sorted group of
clothes and drop them loosely in
the wash basket in this order:
Large Items–1ike sheets. Do
not wrap around the agitator.
Small Items–like
washcloths.
What is the best size load of
clothes—large, medium, or
small? Save time, energy and
detergent by avoiding extra use of
the washer. Try to wash a full load
of clothes. If you can it is better to
save clothes until you have a full
load. If you must wash smaller
loads, save water, energy and
detergent by adjusting the water
level for the size of the load. See
Operating Instructions.
To Add Items After the Washer Has Started
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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.
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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
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
Use a Medium Water Level for a Small Load; an
Extra 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 Normal/Gentle
or Gentle/Gentle Wash/Spin Speed. See Operating
Instructions.
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Products
Advantages
Disadvantages
Phosphate-
Powdered Detergents
Perform well in hard or soft water.
Are not available in some areas.
Wash all types of fabrics well.
Can be used in hot, warm, or
cold water.
Non-Phosphate-
Powdered Detergents
Perform satisfactorily in soft
or moderately hard water.
Generally do not clean well in
hard water.
In some areas
products are available.
non-phosphate
May be difficult to dissolve,
especially in cold water.
Should
be used in cold water.
Those containing sodium
carbonate 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
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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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.
on Clothes
Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on
cotton, it will eventually affect various fabrics in the
following ways:
●
●
●
●
Causes spot-fading of
direct contact with detergent.
colors as a result of
Reduces wrinkle-resistance of permanent press
fabrics.
●
Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to fabrics such as
toweling.
Destroys effectiveness
on cottons such as
flame-retardant finishes
●
●
●
Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy.
Causes graying of fabrics.
Increases fabric wear
between limestone deposits
washer agitation.
of the scrubbing action
the fabrics during
a white, powdery residue on
items.
on Washer
●
Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to
the wash solution.
●
●
●
Use a
or a
in your area.
if these are
Mat-like, crusty formations caused by lint adhering
to the sticky limestone deposits.
a home water softener. This
reduce limestone
significantly
●
●
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
to Clothes
●
●
●
Increase amount of detergent. See guide on opposite
page for recommended detergent amounts in relation
to water hardness.
The following recommendations will temporarily 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 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
Wash delicate items separately to prevent damage
from heavy, sturdy clothes.
items.
●
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
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+Whnimlly mild CALCIUM CARBONATE–is
of the in the water with the
by the
in
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How to Partially Restore Clothes
CAUTIONS:
I
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
water for 15 minutes. USE A
●
not use vinegar soak solution in washer.
The acidic action of the vinegar may damage
the porcelain.
●
Vinegar soak solution may reduce the
Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent.
wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.
Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics.
HOW
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
For best results, add detergent to the
wash basket before loading clothes.
If you load your clothes first, add
detergent next to the agitator.
1. Water hardness
2. Amount of soil
3. Size of load
4. Type of detergent
5. Wash temperature
brand, and follow instructions
on package.
Using too little
detergent is a
common cause
of laundry
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
problems.
measure
Always
detergent
—
To use granular or powdered
detergent in the Mini-Basket tub,
put detergent in the bottom of Mini-
Basket tub before loading clothes.
in a standard measuring cup.
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.
I
I
Mini-
Wat er
Extra
Basket
Medium
cups
(360 ml)
cups
Small
cups
(300 ml)
Hardn ess
I
I
I
I
I
I
2. When using other detergent
types—low and normal
suds, powders, liquids,
non-phosphate
cup
(85
cups
(420 ml)
1
1
VERY HARD
10-20 Grains
2 cups
(480
cup
(60
1
cups
(360 ml)
I
cup
(180 ml)
HARD
4-10 Grains
cups
(420
Powder
(300 ml)
follow directions
on package.
1/ 8
cup
cup
cup
cup
(30 ml)
(240
(120 ml)
(240 ml)
O-4 Grains
0-10 Grains
0-10 Grains
3. For Extra Cleaning cycle
double the amount of
detergent recommended
in guide at left.
1/4 cup
(60
1/2 cup
(120 ml)
1/2 cup
(120
cu p
(180 ml)
cup
(240 ml)
Con cen t rat ed
Powder
1
1
FOLLOW
4. For hard water treatment,
see Hard Water Guide.
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WATER—DO YOU
IT?
Before you can decide what to do about hard
If your water is
you have no problem. You can
water, you need to know if you have it and, if so,
how hard it is.
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.
●
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
gallon (3.8 liters)” and means this:
2. The use of a packaged water softener.
O to 3 grains per gallon (3.8
For information on water softeners, see the
guide below.
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
Grains of
hardness
0-10
15–20
20-25
25–30
over 30
I
I
I
When using
with detergent
o
l/4 cup
(60 ml)
112 cup
(120 ml)
cup plus tablespoon for
30 (240 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)
5 grains above
cup
(240
(160 ml)
1/3 cup
(80
When using
with soap
cup
(180 ml)
cup
(240 ml)
cups
(360 ml)
cups plus tablespoon for
above 30 (300 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5
5 grains
(160
I
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Laundry
Product and
How to Use It
Special Instructions
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.
Non-chlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand
Follow package directions.
1 ) May be used on
2) Is most effective in hot water.
kinds of fabrics.
bleach into washer with detergent.
1 ) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.
2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on
Rinse additive such as
Downy Brand
Mix recommended amount with one
cup (240 ml) water and add at start of
rinse cycle.
some clothes.
4) Do not pour directly on
5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle,
such as Rain Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s
instructions exactly.
Wash additive such as
Follow package directions.
Add during wash cycle.
Rain
brand
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
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.
such as
brand
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash
Precipitating such as
Borax brand
which
cloudy or milky appearance to water.
SOAK AGENT
package directions.
Such as
brand
PRETREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT
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
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
Such as
and
Wash
brands
care
for instructions.
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,
Follow package directions.
NOTE: Tinted garments may not be
colorfast. Wash separately.
and
brands
1/2 cup (120
detergent, 1 cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe
exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings
but may never eliminate it.
reduce discoloration
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1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible.
Test stain removal product on a hidden
inside seam or on a sample of the material.
The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.
2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take
these steps:
●
Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains.
It can set some stains.
●
Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the
next page, and use only recommended methods.
3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.
4. Wash with recommended amount of soap
or detergent.
●
Check the care label instructions that came with
the garment.
Stain Removal Hint-Using Chlorine Bleach for White and
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool
water—approximately
for 5 minutes and launder in washer.
a sink or pan. Soak stained area
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain
If these stains are not completely removed in the wash,
oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.
Then they will become very visible and you may think
they were caused by the wash cycle itself.
Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments
may cause stains which are virtually invisible and
which you may not notice as you put your clothes
into the washer.
Once These
Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?
●
Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes.
Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.
●
How Can You
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
See Con t rols Set t in g Gu ide.
Other Washable Fabrics
Adhesives
(Chewing Gum, etc.)
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull
scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge
with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * then launder.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
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
ammonia.** Rinse thoroughly.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except use non-chlorine bleach.
Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,
bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.
Sponge or soak in cool water, then
launder.
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.
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe
cleaning fluid. *
undiluted liquid
detergent. Launder in warm water.
Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page. Launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for
cream.
Coffee and Tea
Sponge with warm water. If stain remains,
warm glycerine, let stand 30
minutes and rinse
or sponge with a
safe dry cleaning fluid. * Launder.
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page.
Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid
or Pancake Makeup, Rouge,
Powder; Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid. *
Then launder in warm detergent water.
Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,
Wine, Vegetables or Food
Coloring
Soak stain in
the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.
water. If stain remains, bleach according to
Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining
stain with non-chlorine bleach.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots
while they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.)
either type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint
on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch
Sponge with warm water.
liquid detergent. remaining stain
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder,
stains can seldom be
removed. Scorch can seldom
be removed.
undiluted
Ink, Ballpoint
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent
sponge with dry cleaning fluid,* or use spray cleaner.
and
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except launder using non-chlorine bleach
undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains: Bleach according to the
Stain Removal Hint on opposite page.
Paint and Varnish
Perspiration
Soften with
or petroleum jelly, then sponge with
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
turpentine or banana oil. Launder in warm water.
undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If
has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with
or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with safe dry
fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
page, launder and dry.
Launder in warm water. Rinse well.
with non-chlorine bleach.
Apply rust remover,** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and
launder.
Rust
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
with ammonia or acids such as vinegar
*Caution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you
are in a well ventilated room when using them, No cleaning
fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitations
rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause
A
death.
and required cautions (usually printed on label). Use extreme caution
Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.
with flammable compounds.
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 CLOTHES
●
●
●
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 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.
GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
They are
caused by the washer, Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after
wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots
appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra
detergent using hottest water fabric can stand.
●
●
●
Insufficient detergent. You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is
larger than normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average, 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 water
or family baths—are heavy.
Poor or inferior detergent. Change to phosphate detergent, if possible. Follow these steps:
1. Use water conditioner (such as
2. Pretreat stains.
brand).
3. Use the hottest water possible.
4. Use bleach where possible.
5. Use presoak aids.
6. Install water softener.
●
Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to
and remove
causing
gray appearance. correct loading procedures for size of load.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBLEM
●
Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient.
However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use
twice the recommended amount of detergent.
GRAYED CLOTHES
(continued)
●
●
●
●
Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at
bottom of opposite page.
Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for
smaller loads.
Detergent dissolves too slowly, Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the
start of agitation. See Detergent, Other Additives section.
To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:
1. Put clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check Manufacturer’s Care Labels to
determine if hot water is suitable for garment,
Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as
use times as much as you need for normal water softening.
brand
●
●
●
Do not use detergent or soap.
AI1ow 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 in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes
to soak for about 20 minutes.
3. Use Extra Cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select Settings section.
4. Use the Mini-Basket tub. 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.
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 anon-precipitating water softener dissolved in water before
adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2.
Have a special filter or chemical feeder
manganese from water.
in your home to remove iron and
3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water
heater occasionally.
4.
To remove
lemon juice
stained
over Pan of boiling water and squeeze
To remove overall yellow, use
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. See Other Laundry Products section. Also, do not lift lid during spin. This may
OR GRAY
COLOR
cause improper dispensing, resulting in stains. To remove
Dampen stained area
and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.
Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others maybe safely
washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturer’s Care Instructions
exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.
(continued next
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THE PROBLEM
(continued)
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
●
Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched
and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment maybe pressed back
into shape after each wash
cycle.
●
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
by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been
● shaped. When washing,
or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used
to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but can be prevented
by washing cool or warm water and drying on Low or Delicate heat.
IN
●
Leaving clothes in dryer after
Too many clothes in dryer. Dry
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,
stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.
one washer load at a Do not combine loads.
PERMANENT PRESS
AND “NO-IRON”
ITEMS
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
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 Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.
more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.
a
Incorrect water level. 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.
To remove wrinkles:
use will 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
objects left in pockets. Check to make sure all such objects
SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS,
OR
removed. Also check wash tub.
EXCESSIVE WEAR
Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers. Fasten hooks,
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.
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Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments before
washing and mend all rips and tears.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
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.
PROBLEM
SNAGS, HOLES
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
(continued)
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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.
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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 Cycles for delicate articles. Use
cycle. Refer to Garment Manufacturer’s Care Labels.
Press
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
Select correct water level.
Pretreat with liquid detergent. Use Extra Cleaning
Settings section.
see Tips to Help You Select
HEAVILY SOILED
AREAS such as
and
WASHER WON’T
OPERATE
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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
●
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Make sure temperature selector controls are correctly set.
Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and
regulated correctly.
IS INCORRECT
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Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets...
hot to hot, cold to cold.
Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet
hoses from water valve. Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.
Check house water heater to make sure it is delivering water at
o
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Make sure drain hose is not kinked.
Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. (2.4 m) above floor.
WATER WON’T
DRAIN
WATER LEAKS
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Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.
Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
(continued next
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THE PROBLEM
(continued)
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WASHER IS NOISY
●
Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and
front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.
. 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
●
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
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
IN CYCLE
●
Washer normally pauses between washing steps... such as between wash and spin or
between spin and rinse.
If you need more
toll free: GE Answer Center@/ 800.626.2000/consumer information service
CARE
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove
water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.
The
The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave 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
●
Soak filter pan in a preheated
solution of vinegar and half water for 15
minutes. Then brush each side of pan with a stiff
bristle brush while flushing with running water.
(71°C.)
To remove the agitator,
— Cap
snap the cap off and remove
Screw
the screw. Then remove
the agitator extender (on
models so equipped)
and the
—
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
CAUTIONS:
●
Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar
can damage porcelain.
,
●
Do not exceed
may warp.
) or filter pan
— Shaft
(Appearance may vary)
and the cap.
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Be There
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the
assurance that if you ever need information or assistance
from GE, we’ll be there.
you have to do is cdl—toll-free!
Whatever
question about any G
major appliance, GE Answer
information service is available
help. Your call—and your
will be answered
and
courteously And you can
time. GE Answer
any
service is
open
hours a
7 days a week.
In-Home
Service Contracts
Service
800-GE-CARES
You can have the secure feeling that
GE Consumer Service will
be
there after your warranty expires. Pur-
chase a GE contract while your war-
ranty is still in effect and you’ll receive
a substantial discount. With a
year contract, you’re assured of future
service at today’s prices.
A GE Consumer Service professional
will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that’s convenient
for you. Many GE Consumer Service
company-operated locations offer you
service today or tomorrow, or at your
Telecommunication Device for the Deaf
convenience
a.m. to
a.m. to
days). Our factory-trained
p.m.
p.m. Satur-
know your appliance inside and
so most repairs can be
one visit.
in just
,
800-626-2002
t o service t h eir
applian ces can have needed
parts or accessories sent directly to
their home. The GE parts system pro-
vides access to over 47,000 parts... and
For Customers
Special Needs...
all
Renewal Parts
fully warranted. VISA,
and Discover cards are accepted.
User m ain t en an ce
Upon request., GE will provide Brain,
controls for a variety of GE appliance
and a brochure to assist in planning
barrier-free kitchen for persons with
limited mobility To obtain these
con t ain ed in t h is
cover proce-
du res in t en ded t o be perform ed by
an y u ser. Ot h er servicin g
free of charge,
800.626.2000.
be referred t o
ser-
Consumers with impaired hearing
speech who have access to a
a conventional teletypewriter may
(800-833-4322)
vice person n el. Cau t ion m u st be
exercised, sin ce im proper servicin g
m ay cau se u n safe operat ion .
to request information or service.
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER
WARRANTY
II
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
any part of 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
shop or for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY
For the second through fifth year
from date of original purchase, we
will provide, free of charge,
replacement parts for any part of
transmission that fails because
of a manufacturing defect. You pay
All warranty service will be
provided by our Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer
servicers during
normal working hours.
for the
trip to your home
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period
or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
and service labor charges. Or, if
you desire, we will provide a
completely reconditioned
transmission. You pay for the
shop reconditioning labor, the
trip to your home and
service labor charges.
●
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.
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
●
Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing and
other connecting facilities.
II
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:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
This book is printed on recycled paper.
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