Washer
Problem
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instructions ....................3, 4
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Operating Instructions, Tips
Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........6
Cycle Descriptions .........................................5
Cycle Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..7
End Cycle Signal ........................................6, 7
Energy-SavingTips........................................8
Fabric Softener Dispenser ...........................8
System . . . . . . . . 10
Preparation
Detergents and Additives
13, 14
Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Loading the
Sorting
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Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Stain Removal Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Operating the Washer
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Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings .......9
Consumer Services ..................23
Appliance Registration .................................2
Important Phone Numbers .......................23
Model and Serial Numbers
Care and Cleaning
Storage and Vacation Tips ........................2 1
User Maintenance Instructions ...............21
Repair Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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.
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
this card, please write these
numbers here:
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
If you received a
damaged washer...
Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the washer.
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville. KY 40225
Model Number
Serial Number
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To obtain a Spanish language
version of this book, call
GE Answer
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consumer information service.
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your washer.
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WARNING: For your safety
information in this
must be
to
the risk of fire or explosion or prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
●
Immediately
neighbor’s phone.
instructions.
your gas supplier from a
the gas
—Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of
or any other
●
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
TO DO YOU
GAS
the
department.
. Do not try to
any
and service must be performed
●
Do not touch any
do not use any phone your
switch;
by a qualified
service agency or
the gas supplier.
Clear the room, building or area of
occupants*
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
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page
in the back of this book.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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.
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased.
most cases, this will solve the problem.
20 North
Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
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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,
out of the reach of children,
preferably in a locked cabinet,
Observe all warnings on container
labels to avoid personal injury.
m
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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.
. Keep the area around and underneath
your appliances free from the
accumulation of combustible materials,
such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
●
The laundry process can reduce
of fabrics.
o avoid such a result, the garment
manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
Keep the floor around your appliances clean and
dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
‘\ the
To minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from the
power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning (except the
removal and cleaning of the lint filter).
For washer operation
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
●
Do not leave washer lid up during cycle.
This will stop the wash and spin action and
prevent completion of the cycle.
knob to an
position does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
*
●
Do not tamper
controls.
SAVE
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Regular
Permanent Press
For most cottons, linens, work and play clothes.
Longer wash times plus deep rinse, spray rinse and
spin provide thorough washing and detergent removal.
For loads of synthetics, blends
delicate fabrics.
A
water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles
in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar
apparel with normal soil.
Saves time and energy when washing small loads
of lightly soiled clothes. A special agitator concealed
under the regular agitator washes small and delicate
The
cycle uses a special wash cycle and
a highly concentrated detergent solution in a small
amount of water in the Mini-Basket tub.
loads gently but effectively. The
System
Rinse water carries away soils and detergent suds and
automatic extra rinse assures complete removal of
detergent.
uses up to
less water than the regular low water
level selection.
PreWash
Optional Extra Rinse
For use when clothes are excessively soiled.
Provides an agitated soak, and a soak without
agitation, followed by agitation and spin. Washer
must be reset for desired wash cycle.
The option of an extra rinse helps assure complete
bleach and detergent removal when extra detergent
was used or where unusual skin sensitivity to
detergent is a concern.
Extra Cleaning
Knits
For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation
for a longer time loosens stubborn soils.
A shorter cycle specially-designed for today’s knits.
An early and long spray rinse
down fabrics
before the washer reaches maximum spin speed to
help prevent wrinkle setting.
Auto Soak
Soak
This will add additional wash time on cycles to allow
the detergent to break down excessive soils. After the
Auto Soak is complete, it will automatically move
through the selected cycle.
Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time,
then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of
Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle.
Washable Woolens
Delicate
This cycle
fabrics by hand.
to reduce the need to wash these
For lingerie and fabrics requiring special care, this
cycle has a gentle wash and a slow spin.
Mini-Basket
Washable Silks
Uses the Mini-Basket feature. Provides a complete
wash, rinse and spin
For fine washable silks. Check manufacturers’ care
labels for special instructions.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER
Features and appearances may vary slightly
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.
Regular
D-*
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WASH
load Size
Programmed Twelve
Washer with HandWash
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Setting the Controls
Water Level.
Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings
guide to help you make the proper selections.
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2 full.
LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
an automatic
Care Program
OR customize a Fabric Care Program
●
To use the automatic Fabric Care Programs, select
one of the following.
HANDWASH: Not used for regular
Use the Handwash System section.
See How to
For these
Choose desired
Care
Selection
For these
Set Matching
Cycle Selection
Speeds
Temperatures (On Dial)
If you wish to increase the water level after you’ve made
a selection, turn knob to reset and select new level.
Normal/Fast
NormalEast
Normal/Slow
Cottons, Regular
Cottons.
Cottons
Cold/Cold
Cold/Cold
Cottons
Select
Wash if desired, this option
will cancel the wash temp. in the Fabric Care
Selections.
Permanent Press
& Knits
Permanent Press-Knits
1
Gentle/Slow
Gentle/Slow
Woolens
Extra Rinse, if desired. Pressing pad will
provide a second deep rinse with
Cottons and Regular, or Permanent Press and
Knits cycles. Press the Reset pad to cancel
selection.
1
●
To customize a Fabric Care Program.
The automatic Fabric Care Program is programmed
for the majority of laundry you will wash. Customizing
your washer to your specific needs is easy.
End Cycle Signal. Select this signal to remind
you to remove clothes from the washer when the
cycle ends. Signal will sound and then stop.
For example: You want to wash a load of clothes at
warm wash, cold rinse, normal wash speed and fast spin
speed. To do that simply press Permanent Press-Knits
pad (for the warm wash and cold rinse) and set the
The Reset Options pad will
a selected Option.
you to
Cycle Selector knob at
on the Cottons, Regular
Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise to
your selected wash setting.
cycle (for Normal Wash Speed and Fast Spin Speed).
Cycle Selector knob
out to start the washer. If
you wish to change setting
after washer has started, push
Selector knob into stop
. \
STOP
the washer and reset to the new
position. Setting can be changed at any time.
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Sorting and Loading
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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.
●
●
See Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispenser sections
for instructions in their uses.
For information on how to use bleaches and fabric
softeners, see Other Laundry Products section.
Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents
section for information on detergents and other
laundry additives.
●
Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin
with the lid open.
Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not
to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.
Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)
Cycle Times —
NOTES:
●
●
Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle.
Total time does include water fill times. Fill times vary
depending on household water pressure and your selected water level.
Extra Cleaning and Cotton Regular
Press & Knits
PreWash
9*
20
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Minutes do not include the auto soak cycle you
Optional Extra Rinse cycles are approximately 15 minutes.
End Cycle Signal (operates with any cycle.)
To stop the signal while sounding, press the Reset
Options pad or advance the Cycle Selector to OFF.
The signal will sound just before the end of the cycle
to remind you to remove the clothes to avoid excess
wrinkling before drying.
How to Use the Bleach Dispenser
●
●
●
Measure bleach carefully.
See manufacturer’s instructions.
Use this dispenser with
liquid bleach only.
If you prefer to
use powdered
bleach, pour it
into the wash
Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly
into bleach dispenser.
Do not
or allow dispenser to overflow.
Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause
fabric damage.
basket along with
detergent. Do
pour
bleach
●
Never pour undiluted
onto clothes or into the wash basket.
bleach directly
into the bleach dispenser.
next
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How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser
●
Position the Fabric Softener
Dispenser on the agitator
●
●
●
Do not stop the washer during the
This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.
spin.
. Pour manufacturer’s
recommended amount
of fabric softener into
a one cup (240 ml)
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 one cup (240 ml) water and one
cup (240 ml) alcohol.
●
Add enough water to fill
the cup 1/2 full.
●
●
Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.
The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed
at the proper time.
How to Use the Auto Soak Cycle
In the Auto Soak cycle the washer fills, agitates and
soaks for the time you selected. It automatically
advances into the next cycle.
●
PreWash with Auto Soak: Set the Cycle Selector
knob for soak time desired in the PreWash cycle.
Start the washer. The washer will agitate, soak and
automatically advance into PreWash.
ENERGY-SAVING
●
●
●
If you must wash smaller loads, adjust the amount
of water. Small loads should have lower water levels.
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.
Always rinse in cold water. The temperature
of the rinse does not affect cleaning.
Wash in off-peak utility hours. Your local utility
can tell you which are the off-peak hours.
●
Use your washer’s Normal Spin. This will remove
more water during spin, which will shorten drying
cycle to save more energy.
●
Try to wash less often. Save articles of the same
type of fabric until you have a full load.
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Cycle Suggested
For Clothes
such as:
Speed
Permanent Press & Knits
●
Synthetics
●
Permanent press, treated cottons,
blends with cottons
●
Down-filled garments, if machine
washing is recommended*
Gentle/Slow
●
●
Pillows**
Baby clothes (delicate)
Lingerie
Gentle/Slow
Normal/Fast
Regular
●
●
●
●
Cottons and linens
Denims
Blankets***
Baby clothes (sturdy)
Extra Cleaning & Auto Soak
●
Work clothes with heavy soil
Normal/Fast
Special Instructions
*Down-filled garments
Wash frequently to
up the down and retain the garment’s warmth.
WASH SEPARATELY. Wet down gives off an odor which may be absorbed
by other garments. Odor disappears when garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled
areas with liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent.
Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 garments at a time or add towels to balance.
GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.
**Pillows
Pillows are made of different
foam, polyester, natural feather,
and down. MANUFACTURER’ S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED
CAREFULLY. If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or
holes and mend, to prevent escape of the filling. Fill washer, add detergent
and agitate for several minutes. Add two pillows at a time to balance load.
Use largest water level.
***Blankets
Fill washer with water; add detergent and allow to dissolve. Add blanket.
WASH ONLY ONE BLANKET AT A TIME. On electric blanket, sew a strong
piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage. Pretreat
heavily soiled spots with
detergent.
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HOW TO USE THE
SYSTEM
HANDWASH System Wash Loads
●
Small loads of regular fabrics
(up to 2 pounds) (.9 kg).
●
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
●
Remove
DUTY agitator as
follows:
●
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.
—Push switches to
UNLOCK.
●
To replace the HEAVY DUTY agitator:
—Lift out HEAVY
DUTY agitator
—Position outer agitator over HANDWASH agitator
and rotate until agitator falls easily into place. DO
NOT FORCE.
leaving smaller
HANDWASH agitator in place.
—Press gently on HEAVY DUTY agitator until
it is seated securely.
●
Put measured detergent in the wash basket. See
detergent manufacturer’s instructions.
—Push switches to lock HEAVY DUTY agitator
in place.
●
●
Load clothes in the wash basket.
See How to Use Bleach and Fabric Softener
Dispenser sections.
BE SURE HEAVY DUTY AGITATOR IS
SECURELY IN PLACE BEFORE WASHING
REGULAR LOADS OF CLOTHES.
●
Close lid and set controls as follows:
NOTE: HANDWASH agitator cannot be removed.
—Set Water Level to HANDWASH position.
—Select desired speed and Wash/Rinse
temperature or your Fabric Care Selection
according to the fabrics you are washing.
—Push the Cycle Selector knob in and turn to the
desired setting.
—Pull out Cycle Selector knob to start washer.
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Sort by Surface Texture
LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and
chenille—give up lint.
.
Separate
Lint
LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract
lint. These must be washed separately.
For more information on lint control, see The
Problem Solver section.
Sort by Fabric
In addition to sorting to
reduce lint collection,
it is recommended
that fabrics of similar
construction be
washed together
whenever possible.
Sort by Color
For instructions
on different fabrics
and loads, see the
Fabric and Cycle
Settings guide.
Separate
It pays to check and prepare
clothes for washing.
EXTRA CLEANING
Soaking can be either a completely
separate washing step or a
preliminary step to a complete wash
cycle. For detailed information on
how to soak in your washer, see
How to Use the Soak Cycle.
(See Tips to Help You Select
Settings section for instructions.)
●
Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, and fasten snaps,
hooks and buttons.
See Stain Removal Guide.
See Fabric and Cycle
Settings guide.
●
●
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●
Do any necessary mending—rips,
hems, tears.
FOR
ON
See The Problem Solver section.
SOAKING AGENTS, see Other
Laundry Products Guide.
Check all items for areas of heavy
soil or stain.
Soaking and Pretreating-a good
way to loosen deep soils and stains.
●
Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing
in a small amount of liquid
detergent or a paste made of water
and powdered detergent or soap.
For best results, wait 1/2 hour
before washing.
Remove stains. See Stain
Removal Guide.
A thorough soaking with detergent
or special soaking agent is another
way to remove heavy
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
●
●
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–like sheets. Do
not wrap around the agitator.
Small items–like
washcloths.
Medium size items–like
towels.
What is the best size load of
clothes—large, medium, or
small? Save time, energy and
detergent by avoiding extra use of
the washer. Try 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.
DO NOT OVERLOAD YOUR
WASHER.
●
Try to mix large and small items
in each machine load for better
washing action.
Wash large items (blankets, bed
spreads, mattress pads, etc.)
separately.
●
If machine is overloaded, you
may experience
or
out of balance conditions.
To Add Items After the Washer Has Started
●
Turn off the washer by pushing in the Cycle
Selector knob.
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.
●
Add any additional articles by submerging them next
to the agitator.
Special Recommendations for Washing Permanent Press If You Do Not Have a Dryer
●
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.
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:
●
Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops
and hang immediately.
If you can select a water level, use more water than
you would for a regular load. Use a medium water
level for a small load. Use an extra large water
for a medium load.
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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.
Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount.
Amount required varies
according to:
If the recommended amount of
detergent produces too many suds,
How to use
granular, powdered or liquid:
switch to a lower
brand, and follow instructions
on package.
detergent
1. Water hardness
2. Amount of soil
3. Size of load
4. Type of detergent
5. Wash temperature
For best results, add detergent to
the wash basket before loading
clothes. If you load your clothes
first, add detergent next to the
agitator.
Using too little
detergent is a
common cause
of laundry
Use more detergent if
you have...
problems.
measure
Always
detergent
—
1. Hard water
2. Large loads
3. Greasy or oily soils
4. Lower wash temperature
5. Low phosphate detergent
in a standard measuring cup.
WATER—DO YOU
IT?
Before you can decide what to do about hard
water, you need to know if you have it and, if so,
how hard it is.
If your water is 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
grains—and you use phosphate detergent, you
have no problem.
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).” This means:
2. The use of a packaged water softener.
O to 3.5 grains per gallon (3.8
For information on water softeners, see the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
3.6 to 7 grains—HARD
7.1 to 10.5 grains—VERY HARD
10.6 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD
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PRODUCTS
Laundry
Product and
How to Use It
Special Instructions
BLEACH
Chlorine liquid
such as
1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour
undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer
or on dry clothes.
Use your bleach dispenser.
See How to Use Your Bleach
Dispenser section.
brand
2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine
If you do not have a bleach dispenser,
pour diluted bleach next to the agitator.
bleached such as: silk, wool,
3) Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions.
or non-fast colors.
Non-chlorine such as
2 brand
Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.
1) Maybe used on most fabrics. Test fabric first.
FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy brand
Follow package directions
for diluting softeners.
1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.
2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use the following manufacturer’s direction. Too much
may cause a hard, rough feeling on some clothes.
4) Do not pour directly on clothes.
SANITIZER
Chlorine bleach
such as
Use in case of infection
and contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses.
brand
WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.
such as
brand
Precipitating such as
Borax brand
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.
SOAK AGENT
Follow package directions,
For best results, soak garments a minimum of 30 minutes.
Such as
brand
PRE-TREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT REMOVERS
Follow package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
care labels for instructions.
CAUTION: Washer and dryer control panels and finishes may
be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain
remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
Such as
and
Wash
brands
direct contact with the washer.
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.
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go
through complete cycle using hot water, 1/2 cup (120 ml)
Follow package directions.
NOTE: Tinted garments may
not be colorfast, Wash separately.
and
brands
detergent, cup (240
bleach. Wipe exterior parts.
CAUTION: Tinting may discolor plastic in washer.
Subsequent washings
eliminate it.
reduce discoloration but may never
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1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible.
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●
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.
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Find the fabric 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.
Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and
Fabrics
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool
water—approximately
a sink or pan. Soak stained area
for 5 minutes and launder in washer.
The Case of the “Invisible”
If these stains are not completely removed in the wash,
the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water,
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.
Then they
become very visible and you may think
they were caused by the wash cycle itself.
Once These
Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?
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Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes.
Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.
●
How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash”
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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
Stain
See Controls Setting Guide.
Adhesives
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
scrape
as much adhesive gum as possible. Sponge
(Chewing Gum, etc.)
with a safe dry cleaning fluid, *rinse well, then wash as usual.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach
according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder. 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.
Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
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; launder.
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe
cleaning fluid, * rinse well, then wash
as usual.
Chocolate, Cream,
Ice Cream and
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid,*
rinse well, then wash as usual. Bleach according to the Stain
Removal Hint.
Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint;
launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for cream.
Sponge with warm water. If stain remains,
apply warm glycerine, let stand
minutes and rinse well, or sponge with
a safe dry cleaning fluid, * rinse well,
then wash as usual.
Coffee and Tea
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid,* rinse well, then wash
as usual. Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint.
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning
rinse well, then wash as usual.
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.
Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,
Wine, Vegetables or Food
Coloring
Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to
the Stain Removal Hint; launder.
Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted
detergent. Bleach remaining stain
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom be
removed. Scorch can seldom
be removed.
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; launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except launder using non-chlorine bleach.
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and
use a spray cleaner or sponge with dry cleaning fluid, * rinse well,
then wash as usual. Old stains: Bleach according to the Stain
Removal Hint; launder.
Ink, Ballpoint
Perspiration
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 maybe able to restore it by treating
with ammonia or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with safe
dry cleaning fluid,* rinse well, then wash as usual.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
with ammonia
Rust
Apply rust remover,** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse
and launder.
**D O
*CAUTION: Because cleaning fluids tend be toxic,
you in well ventilated mom when using them. No
fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the
cautions (usually printed label). Use extreme
caution with flammable compounds.
sure
vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce toxic
A
which may cause death.
limitations and
Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s
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
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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
water softener.
LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
●
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 section.
●
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 section.
●
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.
clothes inside-out may provide some help.
Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener in
rinse cycle.
These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may not notice them before
washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle,
the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible.
They are not caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after
wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots
appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra
detergent using hottest water fabric can stand.
GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
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Insufficient detergent. You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is
GRAYED
larger than
if soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is large 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
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
6.
aids.
water softener.
●
Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing
gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of load.
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PROBLEM
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBLEM
●
soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient.
However, when extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use
twice the recommended amount of detergent.
GRAYED CLOTHES
(continued)
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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 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.
To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:
Detergent and Additives section.
●
1.
clothes in washer, Fill with HOT water. Check garment 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.
. Do not use detergent or soap.
brand.
●
Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.
Repeat, if necessary.
●
2. If you prefer to use the Soak cycle, see How to Use the Soak Cycle section. Use
the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes
to soak for about 20 minutes.
3. Use an extra cleaning cycle, see Tips to Help You Select Settings section.
●
Incomplete removal of 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
as 2 brand). Refer to garment manufacturer’s care instructions. Restore color
using color remover (such as or brands), following package directions.
some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach (such
●
or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.
1.
Use extra detergent plus anon-precipitating water softener dissolved in water before
adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2.
Have a special filter 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
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,
use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes; always
BLUE OR GRAY
COLOR STAINS
dilute before adding to rinse water. See Other Laundry Products section. Also, do not
lift lid during spin. This may 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.
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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
each wash and dry 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 caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been
shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used
to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be prevented
by washing in cool or warm water and drying on low or delicate heat.
clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.
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.
PERMANENT
AND “NO-IRON”
ITEMS
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Too many clothes in washer. Permanent press loads should always be smaller than
regular loads,.
more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.
Incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides
rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.
a
Incorrect water level. Use larger 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.
●
Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use will minimize wrinkling.
To remove wrinkles:
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on Permanent Press setting in your dryer.
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 may remain which cannot be removed.
●
Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Check to make sure
are removed. Also check wash tub.
Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers. Fasten hooks, zippers and buttons.
Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is especially important in washing knits
which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.
such objects
SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
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.
next
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THE PROBLEM
(continued)
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SNAGS, HOLES,
Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery
and
TEARS,
OR
toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels and other articles that
came contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not
EXCESSIVE
(continued)
contaminate clothing
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 not caused
by washer. You can slow this process by washing small permanent press loads with
a medium water level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with permanent press.
Remove collar stays, when possible.
●
May be caused by the use of Regular cycles for
articles. Use Permanent
Press cycle. Refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.
●
Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere. This is inevitable and is not caused
by washer.
Over loading or under loading washer for selected water level. 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. See Other Laundry Products section.
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 open.
Check house fuses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical
outlet, remove it. Washer should have separate outlet.
WATER
TEMPERATURE
IS INCORRECT
Make sure temperature selector controls are correctly set.
* 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.
o
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
●
WATER WON’T
DRAIN
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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.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBLEM
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.
WASHER IS NOISY
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●
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 pried 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, stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Selector knob, open the lid and
redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.
●
Washer normally pauses between washing steps ... such as between wash and spin or
between spin and rinse.
WASHER PAUSES
IN CYCLE
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toll free: GE Answer Center@/ 800.626.2000/consumer information service
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove
The
The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid
water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.
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
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.
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information or
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from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!
ever need
Repair
A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service
locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your
convenience
Our
repairs
a.m. to
technicians know your appliance inside and out–so most
be handled in just one visit.
p.m. weekdays,
a.m. to
p.m. Saturdays).
question about any
major appliance, GE Answer
service is available to help. Your call—and your question—will be
answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer
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Upon request, GE will provide
Braille controls for a variety of
GE appliances, and a brochure to
assist in planning a barrier-free
kitchen for persons with limited
mobility. To obtain these items,
free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have
access to a
call
or a conventional teletypewriter may
(800-833-4322) to request
information or service.
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can have the secure feeling that GE
your warranty expires. Purchase a
Service will still be there
contract while your warranty is still
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and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,
you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Parts
User maintenance instructions contained in this
qualified to service their own appliances
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
have
parts or accessories sent directly to
Other servicing
be referred to
The
parts system provides access to over
service personnel. Caution
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
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check
YOUR GE AUTOMATIC
CLOTHES WASHER
here. Proof of original purchase date
is needed to obtain service
under warranty.
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
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
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For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor
in your home to repair or replace
and Washington,
In Alaska the
part of
washer that fails
warranty is the same except that it
is LIMITED because you must pay
to ship the product to the service
shop or for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
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,
All warranty
provided by our
will be
Service
replacement parts for
part of
Centers or by our authorized
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
transmission. You pay for the
shop reconditioning labor, the
service trip to your home and
service 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).
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
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Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
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.
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
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