UseandCareGuide
Spacemaker™ Laundry
Problem Solver.......................20–24
More questions ?…call
Safety Instructions....................3–5
GE Answer Center® 800.626.2002
Operating Instructions, Tips
Operating the Washer ...........................6–13
Agitator..........................................................7
Control Settings...........................................6
Cycle Descriptions......................................5
Cycle Times ..................................................7
Energy-Saving Tips .....................................7
Fabric and Cycle Settings .........................8
Lint Filter ................................................7, 18
Soak................................................................6
Washer Lid Latch ........................................6
Operating the Dryer.............................14–17
Air Fluff Drying ..........................................15
Automatic and Timed Drying................15
Control Settings........................................14
Energy-Saving Tips ..................................17
Fabric and Cycle Settings.......................16
Lint Filter..............................................14, 19
Loading .......................................................14
Sorting .................................................14, 17
Preparation
Detergents and Additives...................10, 11
Hard Water....................................................10
Loading the Washer..................................7, 8
Sorting Clothes...........................................7, 9
Stains ..............................................................12
Stain Removal Guide...................................13
Consumer Services...................27
Appliance Registration..................................2
Important Phone Numbers........................27
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service..................................................2
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
Models: WSM2420, WSM2480
Care and Cleaning...............18, 19
Storage and Vacation Tips ........................18
User Maintenance Instructions................18
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using your appliance.
• When disconnecting this appliance,
WARNING—To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when
using your appliance, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
pull by the plug rather than the cord
to avoid damage to the cord or junction
of cord and plug. Make sure that the cord is located
so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.
To Minimize the Possibility
• This appliance must be properly
installed and located in accordance with
the Installation Instructions before it is
used. If you did not receive an Installation
Instructions sheet with your appliance, you can
obtain one by calling, toll-free, the GE Answer
Center® at 800.626.2002.
of a Fire Hazard
• Exhaust Duct—See Installation Instructions.
Use only metal duct inside for exhausting dryer
to the outside. USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER
COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A
FIRE. FOIL OR OTHER EASILY PUNCTURED
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT
COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE
RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING
—Properly ground to conform with all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow details in
Installation Instructions.
INSTALLATION.
—Locate where the temperature is above
50°F (10°C) for satisfactory operation of
the appliance control system. Do not install
or store the appliance where it will be exposed
to the weather.
•
Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber,
plastic, or similar materials (such as padded bras,
tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby
pants or plastic bags) as these materials may melt
or burn. Also, some rubber materials, when heated,
can under certain circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.
—Connect to a properly rated, protected
and sized power supply circuit to avoid
electrical overload.
—Do not install against drapes or curtains.
• Do not store items that may burn or melt
(such as clothing, paper material, plastics
or plastic containers) on top of the appliance
during the operation.
• Garments labeled “Dry Away from Heat”
(such as life jackets containing kapok)
must not be put in your dryer.
Follow details in Installation Instructions.
—Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY
RECOMMENDED to prevent large amounts
of moisture and lint from being blown into the
room. Carefully follow the details in the
Installation Instructions. If your appliance is not
vented to the outside, see special instructions in
Care and Cleaning section. If this appliance has a
gas dryer, it must be exhausted outside.
• Any article on which you have used a cleaning
solvent, or which contains flammable materials
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, or towels used in
beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops) must
not be placed in or near the dryer until all traces of
these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes
have been removed. There are many highly
flammable items used in homes such as acetone,
denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some
household cleaners, some spot removers,
• Do not repair or replace any
part of the appliance or attempt
any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this Use and Care Book or
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products
• Turn off water faucets when the washer is not
in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves,
and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should
break or rupture.
containing petroleum distillates.
(continued next page)
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND
• Do not wash or dry articles that have been
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
combustible or explosive substances (such as,
paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents
or kerosene) which may ignite or explode.
Do not add these substances to the wash water
and do not use or store these substances on/or
around your washer and dryer during
operation.
WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS is
produced by the chemical action within your
water heater and the gas can accumulate in the
water heater and/or water pipes if hot water has
not been used for a period of two weeks or longer.
HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE
UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES. So to
prevent the possibility of damage or injury, if you
have not used hot water for two weeks or more,
or move into a residence in which the hot water
system may not have been used for some time,
turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to
run for several minutes before using any
electrical appliance which is connected to the hot
water system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to
escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke
or use an open flame or appliance during this
process.
TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT
This act requires the governor of California to
publish a list of substances known to the state to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm and requires businesses to warn customers
of potential exposure to such substances. Gas
appliances can cause minor exposure to four of
these substances, namely benzene, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused
primarily by the incomplete combustion of
natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted dryers
will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure
to these substances can be minimized further by
properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
• Clean the dryer lint filter before each load to
prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or
in the room. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER
WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.
• Keep the area around and underneath
your appliances free from the accumulation
of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags
or chemicals.
• The interior of the machine and the exhaust
duct connection inside the dryer should be
cleaned periodically by a qualified individual.
To Minimize the Possibility of Injury:
• Never reach into washer while it is moving.
Before loading, unloading or adding clothes,
push the Cycle Selector knob in, then wait until
the machine has completely stopped before
opening the lid.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can
produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
• Never reach into the dryer while the drum is
moving. Before loading, unloading or adding
clothes, wait until the drum has completely
stopped.
WARNING—Fire and
Spontaneous Combustion Hazard
Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with
vegetable or cooking oil. These items may
contain some oil after laundering. Due to the
remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch
fire by itself causing fire or a spontaneous
combustion hazard.
• Do not wash or dry fiberglass articles in your
appliance. Skin irritation could result from the
remaining glass particles that may be picked up by
clothing during subsequent appliance uses.
• The laundry process can reduce the flame
retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result,
the garment manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
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• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance
is used by or near children. Do not allow
children to play inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded appliance. Dispose
of discarded appliances and shipping or
packing materials properly. Before discarding
an appliance, or removing from service,
remove the lid and door.
• Do not tamper with the controls.
• Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged
cord or plug.
• Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
For Washer Operation
• Do not leave washer lid up during cycle. This
will stop the spin action and prevent completion
of the cycle.
• Keep all laundry aids (such as
detergents, bleaches or fabric
softeners) out of the reach of
children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Always
read and follow instructions on packages of
detergent and laundry aids. Observe all warnings
on container labels to avoid personal injury.
Dryer-Applied Fabric Softeners or
Antistatic Conditioners
• Keep the floor around your appliance clean
You may wish to soften your laundered
fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them.
We recommend you use either a fabric softener
in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer’s
instructions for those products, or try a dryer-added
product for which the manufacturer gives written
assurance on the package that their product can be
safely used in your dryer.
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
• To minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from the
power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning (except the removal
and cleaning of the lint filter).
Service or performance problems caused by
the use of these products are the responsibility
of the manufacturers of those products and are
not covered under the warranty of this appliance.
NOTE: Pushing the washer cycle
selector knob in or turning the dryer
cycle selector to OFF does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TIPS TO HELP YOU SELECT WASHER SETTINGS
Regular Cycle—
Permanent Press Cycle—
Delicates Cycle—
For most cottons, linens, work and
play clothes. Longer wash times
plus an extra deep rinse, spray
rinse and spin provide thorough
washing and detergent removal.
For loads of synthetic and/or
delicate fabrics. A cool-down
spray helps prevent set-in wrinkles
in permanent press shirts, blouses,
dresses and similar apparel.
For lingerie and gently used
fabrics, this cycle has a gentle
wash and a slow spin.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR 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.
OFF
ENERGY PREFERRED
10 MIN
6
OFF
MORE
=
AUTOMATIC SETTING
LESS
DRY
DRY
*
Auto -
NORMAL
*
Auto-
Regular
Permanent
Press
Regular
LESS
DRY
Perm Press
WARM
COLD
NORMAL
PUSH TO
START DRYER
MED
*
HOT
COLD
LARGE
COLD
COLD
SMALL
COOL
DOWN
MORE
DRY
LIGHT SOIL - 8
NORMAL - 10
HEAVY - 12 MIN
OFF
OFF
COOL DOWN
RINSE
Spacemaker Laundry
50 MIN
10 MIN
NORMAL
OFF
6 MIN
20
40
PULL KNOB TO START
PUSH TO STOP
WASH
RINSE
Air
Fluff
4
Temp
Load Size
Start
Timed
= RINSE
= SPIN
30
DE-WRINKLE
Delicates
OFF
20
10
2
1
3
4
See How to Operate Your Dryer section for the above Dryer controls
Setting the Controls
Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide
to help you make the proper selections.
2 Select Wash/Rinse Temperature.
Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise
3
1
Select Water Level.
to your selected wash setting.
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 2/3 full.
LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
START
Pull Cycle Selector knob
4
out to start the washer. If
you wish to change a setting
after the washer has started,
STOP
For best cleaning results, the load must be able to move
freely in the water. Too big a load or too little water can
cause wear or tear of load items.
push in the Cycle Selector
knob to stop the washer and reset to the new
position. Setting can be changed at any time.
Washer Lid Latch
To Add Items After Washer Has Started
For easier loading convenience,
use the washer lid latch.
To hold the washer lid
up, lift the lid until it
• Turn off the washer.
• Latch the washer lid.
• Add any additional articles by submerging them
next to the agitator.
snaps past the latch
under the control panel.
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.
To release the lid, push
the lid latch up.
LID LATCH
How to Soak in Your Washer
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 Cycle Selector knob to complete cycle.
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Cycle Times — Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)
NOTES:
• Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle.
• Total time does not include water fill times. Fill times vary
depending on household water pressure and your selected water level.
Permanent Press Delicates Regular
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Sorting and Loading
• Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color
and amount of soil, according to instructions in How
to Sort Clothes section.
• Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not
to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.
• For information on how to use bleaches and fabric
• Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents
section for information on detergents and other
laundry additives.
softeners, see Other Laundry Products section.
• Close the lid. Washer will fill but not spin with
the lid open.
Manual-Clean Lint Filter
Clean the filter at the bottom of the agitator after
2. Wash or wipe the filter
clean in the bottom of the
agitator barrel. The filter
is not removable.
every load for the best filtering results.
NOTE: The load type will vary
the amount of lint buildup.
3. Replace the agitator barrel
To clean:
and snap it in to place.
1. Lift off the agitator barrel.
MANUAL-CLEAN
LINT FILTER
AGITATOR BARREL
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS FOR YOUR WASHER
If your clothes and household items don’t look
• Always rinse in cold water. The temperature
clean and fresh after washing, you will probably
rewash them…and that means you’ll waste energy.
Remember to sort your clothes carefully, load them
properly, select correct cycles, use enough detergent
and choose a water temperature warm enough to
release and get rid of soil.
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 the
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.
• If you must wash smaller loads, adjust the amount
of water. Small loads should have lower water levels.
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SUGGESTED FABRIC AND CYCLE SETTINGS
FOR YOUR WASHER
Cycle Suggested
Permanent Press and Knits
For Clothes Load/Fabrics such as:
• Synthetics
• Permanent press, treated cottons,
blends with cottons
• Down-filled garments, if machine
washing is recommended*
Delicates
Regular
• Baby clothes (delicate)
• Lingerie
• Cottons and linens
• Denims
• Baby clothes (sturdy)
Special Instructions
*Down-Filled Garments
Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment’s warmth. WASH
SEPARATELY. Wet down gives off an odor which may be absorbed by other garments.
Odor disappears when garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent
or 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.
HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER
This illustration, with clothes just
• Load clothes dry.
reaching the Clothes Retaining
Ring, shows a proper load. Clothes
have ample room to move because
they are not packed down, nor
wrapped around the agitator.
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:
3
Large items—like sheets. Do
not wrap around the agitator.
2
1
Small items—like
washcloths.
Medium size items—like
towels.
What is the best size load of
DO NOT OVERLOAD YOUR
WASHER.
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 the 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 oversudsing or
out-of-balance conditions.
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HOW TO SORT CLOTHES
Sort by Surface Texture
LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and
chenille—give up lint.
Separate
LINT COLLECTORS—such as manmade 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
Separate
In addition to sorting to
reduce lint collection,
it is recommended
that fabrics of similar
construction be
washed together
whenever possible.
Sort by Soil
Separate
Sort by Color
Separate
For instructions
on different fabrics
and loads, see the
Fabric and Cycle
Settings guide.
It pays to check and prepare
clothes for washing.
EXTRA CLEANING
Soaking can be either a completely
separate washing step or a
(See Tips to Help You Select
Washer Settings section for
instructions.)
preliminary step to a complete wash
cycle. For detailed information on
how to soak in your washer, see
How to Soak in Your Washer.
• Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, and fasten snaps,
hooks and buttons.
See Stain Removal Guide.
• Do any necessary mending—rips,
See Fabric and Cycle Settings guide.
See the Problem Solver section.
FOR INFORMATION ON
SOAKING AGENTS, see Other
Laundry Products guide.
hems, tears.
• Check all items for areas of heavy
Soaking and Pretreating—a good
soil or stain.
• Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing
in a small amount of liquid
detergent or a paste made of water
and powdered detergent or soap.
For best results, wait 1/2 hour
before washing.
way to loosen deep soils and stains.
• Remove stains. See Stain
A thorough soaking with detergent
or special soaking agent is another
way to remove heavy soils,
Removal Guide.
• Turn poly knits inside out to
minimize fabric surface damage.
embedded dirt and even some stains.
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HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHOULD YOU USE?
The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most
important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean.
Amount required varies
If the recommended amount of
detergent produces too many suds,
switch to a lower sudsing detergent
brand, and follow instructions
on package.
How to use detergent—
according to:
granular, powdered or liquid:
1. Water hardness
2. Amount of soil
3. Size of load
For best results, add detergent to
the wash basket before loading
clothes. If you load your clothes
first, add detergent next to the
agitator.
4. Type of detergent
Using too little
5. Wash temperature
detergent is a
common cause
Use more detergent if
you have…
of laundry
problems. Always
measure detergent
in a standard measuring cup.
1. Hard water
2. Large loads
3. Greasy or oily soils
4. Lower wash temperature
5. Low-phosphate detergent
HARD WATER—DO YOU HAVE IT?
Before you can decide what to do about hard
If your water is SOFT, you have no problem. You
can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget all
about hard water. If you have HARD water—less than
10 grains—and you use phosphate detergent, you also
have no problem.
water, you need to know if you have it and, if so,
how hard it is.
• If you live in a municipal area, contact your
water company.
But, if you have more than 10 grains, you will need
• If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas,
to soften your water with either…
contact your county agent.
1. An installed water softener in your home, or
2. The use of a packaged water softener.
The answer will be “you have ‘so many grains’ per
gallon (3.8 liters).” This means:
0 to 3.5 grains per gallon (3.8 liters)—SOFT
3.6 to 7 grains—HARD
For information on water softeners, see the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
7.1 to 10.5 grains—VERY HARD
10.6 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD
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OTHER LAUNDRY PRODUCTS
Laundry
Product and Type
How to Use It
Special Instructions
BLEACH
Chlorine liquid
such as Clorox brand
Pour diluted bleach next to the agitator.
1)Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. 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 silk, wool, spandex, or nonfast colors.
3)Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions.
Nonchlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand
Follow package directions.
1)May be used on most fabrics. Test fabric first.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.
FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy brand
Follow package directions
1)Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.
2)Reduces static electricity.
for diluting softeners.
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 Clorox brand
Use in case of infection
and contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses.
WATER SOFTENER
Nonprecipitating
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.
such as Calgon 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
Such as Biz brand
Follow package directions.
For best results, soak garments a minimum of 30 minutes.
PRETREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT REMOVERS
Such as Spray ’n Wash
and K2R brands
Follow package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
care labels for instructions.
CAUTION:
Washer control panels and
finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment
soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed
on or havedirect 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.
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as Rit
and Tintex brands
Follow package directions.
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,
1/2 cup (120 ml) detergent, 1 cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe
NOTE: Tinted garments may
not be colorfast. Wash separately.
exteriCor pAartsU. TION:
Tinting may discolor
plastic in washer. Subsequent washings will reduce
discoloration but may never eliminate it.
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HOW TO REMOVE STAINS
1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible.
• Test stain removal product on a hidden
The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.
inside seam or on a sample of the material.
2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take
• Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains.
these steps:
It can set some stains.
• Find the fabric in the chart on the next page,
3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.
and use only recommended methods.
4. Wash with recommended amount of soap
• Check the care label instructions that came with
or detergent.
the garment.
Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and Bleachable Fabrics
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool
water—approximately 80°F (27°C)—in a sink or pan. Soak stained area
for 5 minutes and launder in washer.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain
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.
If these stains are not completely removed in the wash,
the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.
Then they will become very visible and you may think
they were caused by the wash cycle itself.
Once These Spots 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 Prevent These “After-You-Wash” Stains?
• Increase the amount of detergent normally used.
• Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.
• Wash synthetic garments more often.
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STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE
Stain
White and Bleachable Fabrics
Other Washable Fabrics
See Controls Setting Guide.
Adhesives
(Chewing Gum, etc.)
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull tool to
carefully 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
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
according to the Stain Removal Hint; launder. If color has changed, except use nonchlorine bleach.
you may be able to restore it by sponging with ammonia.**
Rinse thoroughly.
Blood
Soak in cold water; then launder in warm water. If stain remains,
bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint; 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; launder.
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe
cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid
detergent. Launder in warm water.
Coffee and Tea
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 30
minutes and rinse well, or sponge with
a safe dry-cleaning fluid.* Launder.
Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid
Treat stain with safe dry-cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted liquid
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal
Sponge with a safe dry-cleaning fluid.*
Then launder in warm detergent water.
or Pancake Makeup, Rouge, Hint; launder.
Powder; Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil
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. Bleach remaining
stain with nonchlorine bleach.
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots
while they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.)
If either type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal
Hint; launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)
Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted
liquid detergent. Bleach remaining stain
with nonchlorine bleach; then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom be
removed. Scorch can seldom
be removed.
Ink, Ballpoint
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and
sponge with dry-cleaning fluid*; or use spray cleaner. Apply
undiluted liquid detergent. Old stains: Bleach according to the
Stain Removal Hint; launder.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except launder using nonchlorine
bleach.
Paint and Varnish
Perspiration
Soften with oil or petroleum jelly; then sponge with
banana oil. Launder in warm water.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water.
If color has changed, you may be able to restore it by treating
with ammonia or vinegar.** If any stain remains, treat with safe
dry-cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint;
launder.
Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach
with nonchlorine bleach.
Rust
Apply rust remover,** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and
launder.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
*
**Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as
CAUTION:
Because cleaning fluids tend to
vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas
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
and required cautions (usually printed on label). Use extreme caution
with flammable compounds.
which may cause death.
Save and refer to garment manufacturers’ care labels.
Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in the washer.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DRYER
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ENERGY PREFERRED
10 MIN
6
OFF
MORE
DRY
=
AUTOMATIC SETTING
LESS
DRY
*
Auto -
NORMAL
*
Auto-
Regular
Permanent
Press
Regular
LESS
DRY
Perm Press
WARM
COLD
NORMAL
PUSH TO
START DRYER
MED
*
HOT
COLD
LARGE
COLD
COLD
SMALL
COOL
DOWN
MORE
DRY
LIGHT SOIL - 8
NORMAL - 10
HEAVY - 12 MIN
OFF
OFF
COOL DOWN
RINSE
Spacemaker Laundry
50 MIN
10 MIN
NORMAL
OFF
6 MIN
20
40
PULL KNOB TO START
PUSH TO STOP
WASH
RINSE
Air
Fluff
4
Temp
Load Size
Start
Timed
= RINSE
= SPIN
30
DE-WRINKLE
Delicates
OFF
20
10
2
1
See How to Operate Your Washer section for the above Washer controls.
Check the Lint Filter
Clean the lint filter each time the dryer is used.
Always be sure the lint filter is in place.
3. ROLL lint off the screen with
your fingers. Do not rinse or
wash the screen.
WARNING—
Do not run the dryer
4. Replace the cover on the
with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked or
missing. Doing so can cause overheating, damage
fabrics and be a fire hazard.
body of the lint screen.
5. Before replacing the lint
screen, remove any lint from
the wire mesh on the back
wall (behind the lint screen).
The lint screen is located inside
the dryer drum, on the back wall.
SQUEEZE BODY;
PULL COVER OFF
To clean:
6. Push the lint screen straight
back until it snaps into place.
1. Use the finger holes to pull
the lint screen straight out.
PULL STRAIGHT OUT
2. Lightly squeeze the body,
as shown while pulling the cover off.
Sort and Load the Clothes
Good sorting for the dryer begins at the washer.
Generally, if clothes are sorted right for washing,
they’re sorted right for drying. See the How to Sort
Clothes section.
If you do mix various types of fabrics in your load,
set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics and
remove when dry. Reset controls for the remaining
heavier fabrics.
Set the Controls
See the Suggested Fabric and Drying Selections guide.
1
Cycle Selector.
2 Start Button.
Turn the Cycle Selector to the desired cycle setting.
The selector may be turned in either direction.
Press the Start button to start the dryer. (Opening
the door during operation stops the dryer. To
restart, close the door and press the Start button.)
NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (electric,
natural gas or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and
condition of exhaust ducts.
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Polyester Knits and Permanent Press Drying Tips
• DO NOT OVERLOAD—
Garments being dried or
• REMOVE CLOTHES
PROMPTLY—To help prevent
wrinkling, remove clothes from
the dryer promptly at the end of
the drying cycles.
• PLACE ON HANGERS—
Permanent press and polyester
knit garments look best if placed
on hangers after drying.
dewrinkled should tumble freely.
The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying
Automatic Drying
Timed Drying. When using the Timed Cycles, you
select the number of minutes you wish the dryer to
run and it turns off at the end of this time period. The
last 5 minutes of this cycle are without heat. This
helps make the load easier to handle.
When using the Automatic cycles, the Automatic Dry
Control system continually senses the temperature of
the air in the dryer drum. Wet laundry keeps the air
cool. When laundry is dry enough (and the drum air
warm enough), the heat turns off. When the air cools,
the heat turns back on. This off and on cycling may
happen a number of times (depending on the fabric,
load size and Cycle Selector setting). The Cycle
Selector advances (when the heat is off) until it
automatically turns off the dryer.
Air Fluff cycle. The dryer does not heat when the
Cycle Control knob is set in AIR FLUFF. This cycle
can be used to fluff or air-dry bedding, plastic
tablecloths, foam rubber pillows, stuffed toys,
sneakWers, AetcR. NING—
Do not dry plastic
Auto Regular. Use this cycle to dry heavy- and
medium-weight cotton items. The load tumbles
without heat during the last 5 minutes. This helps
make the load easier to handle.
or rubber items with heat. Use Air Fluff setting,
or line dry. Failure to do so could result in fire
or damaged items.
Auto Permanent Press. Use this cycle to dry
permanent press, knits and other synthetic items. The
load tumbles without heat during the last 10 minutes.
This helps keep wrinkles from setting in and makes
the load easier to handle.
Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles
Set to NORMAL Position
Set toward More Dry
Set toward Less Dry
OFF
MORE
OFF
MORE
OFF
MORE
DRY
DRY
LESS
DRY
DRY
LESS
DRY
Auto -
LESS
DRY
Auto -
NORMAL
*
Auto -
NORMAL
*
Auto-
NORMAL
*
Auto-
Auto-
Perm Press
Regular
LESS
DRY
Regular
LESS
DRY
Regular
LESS
DRY
Perm Press
Perm Press
NORMAL
NORMAL
*
NORMAL
*
*
COOL
DOWN
COOL
DOWN
COOL
DOWN
MORE
DRY
MORE
DRY
MORE
DRY
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
50 MIN
50 MIN
50 MIN
10 MIN
10 MIN
10 MIN
NORMAL
NORMAL
NORMAL
• Energy-preferred automatic setting.
• For most normal loads.
• For loads that include
heavyweight fabrics.
• For lightweight fabric loads.
• If you desire to remove
• If you desire to remove
less moisture.
more moisture.
• For very small loads.
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SUGGESTED FABRIC
AND DRYING SELECTIONS
Cycle Suggested
For Clothes Load/Fabrics such as:
Automatic Regular
• Cottons and linens
• Down-filled garments, if machine
washing and drying are recommended
Automatic Permanent
Press and Knits
• Permanent press fabrics with cotton
• Synthetics
Delicates
• Silks and wools
• Rayon and acetate
Timed
• Pillows*
The terms High, Medium and Low Heat are those usually found on
fabric care labels. For best results, follow your specific fabric care label.
Special Instructions
Refer to garment manufacturers’ care labels for more information.
*Pillows
Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape.
DRY ONLY ONE PILLOW AT A TIME. Set dryer for maximum time. Stop
dryer occasionally and shake pillow to redistribute filling for more even drying.
Check pillow at end of drying time—if not completely dry, return pillow to dryer
and reset for more drying time. Feather pillows dry very slowly and must be dried
completely to prevent mildew. DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing kapok.
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HOW TO SORT CLOTHES
Sort by Surface Texture
LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and
chenille—give up lint.
Separate
LINT COLLECTORS—such as manmade fibers and
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract
lint. These must be dried separately.
Sort by Fabric
In addition to
sorting to reduce
Separate
lint collection, we
recommend that you
wash fabrics of similar
construction together
whenever possible.
Sort by Color
Separate
Sort by Weight
For information on tumble drying extra-large
items and different fabrics and loads, see the
Suggested Fabrics and Drying Selections guide.
Separate
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS FOR YOUR DRYER
• Sort clothes by weight so you won’t have to
run an extra cycle for one or two heavier, slower-
drying items.
• To help prevent ironing, remove garments
immediately at the end of the drying cycle
and place on hangers.
• Do not overload dryer. The drum should be no more
than half full of wet articles. For efficient drying,
clothes need to tumble freely. Overloading prolongs
drying time and produces uneven drying.
• Dry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a
“warm” dryer will save energy.
• Clean lint filter each time you dry.
• Clean dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year. A
• Use Automatic Drying Cycle whenever possible
partially clogged exhaust can lengthen drying time.
to help prevent overdrying and to save energy.
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CARE AND CLEANING
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
• Wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth. Occasionally
wash it with mild soap and water and then apply
a light coat of appliance polish to help preserve
the finish.
• Keep the area around and underneath your appliance
free of combustible materials such as lint, paper,
rags and chemicals.
• Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry
to reduce the possibility of slipping.
For long vacations
Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all
water from hoses if the appliance will be exposed to
freezing weather.
Always shut off the gas valve before leaving on
vacation.
Winterizing instructions for your washer:
The washer cannot be operated in freezing
temperatures. Before you store the appliance,
remove water from all parts of the washer.
1. Turn off water supply faucets. Disconnect hoses
4. Let the washer spin for 1 or 2 minutes to let all the
water drain out. Some but not all of the RV
antifreeze will be expelled.
from faucets and drain.
2. Add 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of nontoxic RV antifreeze
(available from a hardware or recreational vehicle
store) to the washer tub.
5. Push in the timer knob, disconnect the electrical
plug, dry the tub interior and close the lid.
3. Push in the timer knob, turn the knob to the right to
6. Store the appliance in an upright position.
a spin cycle and pull out the knob.
7. Before reusing the washer, after storage, run the
washer through a cycle to rinse out the antifreeze.
Washer
• Wash basket. After each use, leave the lid open to
allow moisture to evaporate. Clean thoroughly with
nonabrasive household cleanser to remove deposit
left by heavily soiled clothes. Do not use harsh,
gritty or abrasive cleaners.
• Lint Filter. Clean the filter at the bottom of the
agitator after every load for the best filtering results.
See Operating Your Washer section.
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Dryer
If your dryer is exhausted to the outside, inspect and
WARNING—
Electrical Shock and
clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year.
Personal Injury Hazard
A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. When the
dryer is not exhausted to the outside, this lint is more
apt to accumulate in and near the dryer, which could
create a fire hazard.
• Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the
electrical power.
• Do not put hands inside the cabinet.
• Make sure the dryer is cool.
How to reduce the possibility of a fire hazard, if
your dryer (gas dryers must be exhausted outside)
is not exhausted to the outside:
• More than one person is required to lift, tilt
or move the washer/dryer because of its weight
and size.
• Clean the lint filter before every load. See Operating
Your Dryer section.
Failure to do so could result in electrical shock,
Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a Fire
Hazard. This lint should be removed at least every
2 or 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer
usage.
injury or damage.
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified
person.
1. Unplug unit from electrical supply or turn off
electrical power.
2. Remove back panel from dryer. (See Installation
Instructions.)
3. Avoid touching wires and thermostats.
4. Remove lint from boxed-in area with a soft brush
or vacuum cleaner.
5. Replace back panel, reconnect and level the
appliance.
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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WASHER OR DRYER
• Make sure controls are properly set and washer cycle selector is pulled out or dryer
WON’T START
Start button is pushed.
• Appliance unplugged. Make sure cord is firmly plugged into electrical outlet.
• No power to appliance. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure appliance is
getting current.
• Dryer door is open. Dryer will not run with door open. Make sure washer lid is closed.
Washer will fill but will not spin with lid open.
• Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.
WON’T DRAIN
WATER LEAKS
• Kinked or pinched hose. Check and correct.
• Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 feet above the floor.
• Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.
• Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted into and secured to drain facility.
WASHER WON’T
SPIN AND
• Lid not closed. Washer will not progress through spin cycle with lid up. Make sure
lid is closed.
COMPLETE CYCLE
CLOTHES ARE
ABNORMALLY
WET AFTER SPIN
• Load may have been excessively out of balance. Redistribute clothes and rerun through
final spin.
APPLIANCE IS
• Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin, and
may cause it to move from its original position. To correct, open the lid and redistribute
the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.
NOISY
• Metallic “clicks” heard as timer advances during operation are normal.
• Uneven floor. Make sure appliance is level and firm to floor.
WATER DOES NOT
ENTER OR ENTERS
SLOWLY
• Faucets turned off. Make sure faucets are on and adjusted correctly.
• Hoses kinked. Check and correct.
• Clogged screen in water valve. Unscrew fill hose from washer and clean screen if
necessary. When reassembling, make hand-tight plus 1/3 turn with pliers.
WATER
• Faucets not adjusted to give desired temperature. Readjust them.
TEMPERATURE
INCORRECT
• Household water heater not set to deliver correct temperature—140° to 150°F
(60° to 66°C). Reset it.
• Water valve screens may be clogged. Remove inlet hoses from water valve. Clean
the screens and reinstall the hoses.
• Make sure selector controls are properly set.
• Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets—hot to hot, cold to cold.
WASHER PAUSES
IN CYCLE
• Washer normally pauses about 1/2 minute in progressing from one portion of its cycle
to the next.
• Alternate pauses in the agitation are normal in the delicate wash cycle. Agitation will
resume in 1–2 minutes.
• The brief pause in the final spin of each cycle is normal operation for this washer.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
GREASY OR OILY
These are sometimes called “invisible stains” because you may not notice them before
washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in the 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 the hottest water the fabric can stand.
If spots appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash using
hottest water fabric can stand.
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
YELLOWED
CLOTHES
• Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent. Check
hem of T-shirt or pillow case. If they are white and center is yellow, it contains body
oil. Restore whiteness following procedures on “Grayed Clothes” in this section.
• Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach
™
(such as Clorox 2 brand). Refer to garment manufacturers’ care instructions. Restore
™
™
color using color remover (such as Rit or Tintex brands); follow package directions.
• Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.
1. Use extra detergent plus a nonprecipitating water softener dissolved in water
before adding clothes. Use nonchlorine bleach.
2. Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and
manganese from water.
3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water
heater occasionally.
4. To remove spots: spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze
lemon juice through stain. To remove overall yellow, use a commercially available
rust scale remover, following package instructions.
• Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes;
always dilute before adding to rinse water. To remove stains: dampen stained area and
rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.
BLUE OR GRAY
COLOR STAINS
GRAYED
• Water is not hot enough for type of load. Make sure water heater is set to deliver hot
water at the washer 140°–150°F (60°–66°C). Do not wash when other hot water
needs—such as dishwashing or family baths—are heavy.
CLOTHES
• Poor or inferior detergent (or use of soap in hard water). Change to phosphate
detergent if possible.
Follow these steps:
™
• Use water conditioner (such as Calgon brand).
• Use hottest water possible.
• Pretreat stains.
• Use presoak aids.
• Install water softener.
• Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing
gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of loads.
• 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.
• Washing too long may result in increased soil redeposition. Use shorter wash time
for smaller loads.
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM
GRAYED
CLOTHES
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
• Detergent dissolves too slowly. It is important that detergent be present in the wash
solution at the start of wash agitation.
To restore grayed clothes—
Most grayed clothes can be at least partially restored by the following procedure:
1. Put clothes in washer.
2. Fill with HOT water. Check manufacturers’ tags to determine if hot water
is suitable for garment.
™
3. Add a nonprecipitating type of water softener such as Calgon brand with
1
phosphate. Use 2 ⁄
2
times as much as you need for normal water softening.
4. Do not add soap or detergent.
5. Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.
6. Repeat, if necessary.
7. If you prefer to soak clothes, use water softener in place of soak agent or prewash
detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.
HEAVILY SOILED
AREAS such as
collars and cuffs
LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
IN CYCLE
• Pretreat with liquid detergent.
• Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint-producers (such as terry towels and chenille)
with lint-receivers (such as manmade fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).
• Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, use 1 minute per
pound of dry clothes.
• Use of nonphosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals in water to
form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint.
• Use phosphate detergent or liquid detergent; use warmer wash water or soften water
with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener.
• Undissolved granular detergent may leave powdery residue on fabrics which can be
mistaken for lint.
(a) See detergent guide for recommendations on how to add detergent to speed up
complete dissolving.
(b) Use a liquid or special cold water detergent.
(c) Predissolve granular detergent in hot water, or make sure detergent is dissolved
completely in wash water before adding clothes.
(d)Make certain clothes have ample room to move in washer.
(e) Use a warmer wash water.
• Overloading of washer will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer
items in each load. Make sure water level is correct for size of load.
• Too much bleach. Overbleached items, such as towels, will shed excessive lint. Use
correct amount of bleach according to package directions.
• Not enough detergent. Enough detergent must be used to hold lint in suspension
during wash cycle. Increase amount of detergent used. Amount is determined by
water hardness, size of load, degree of soil and amount of water. See detergent guide.
• Incorrect use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, many softeners may react with
detergent to create a white deposit. Use fabric softeners only in rinse cycle.
• Pilling, usually on polyester-cotton blends, is caused by normal wear and may look
like lint. Turning clothes inside out may help.
• Static electricity caused by overdrying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener in
rinse cycle.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES
IN CYCLE
To correct—
All residue except pilling can usually be removed from garments through use of correct
laundry procedures.
(continued)
SNAGS, HOLES,
TEARS, RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
• Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Remove all pins, check pockets
of all garments before putting in washer. Also check washer to see if any objects
remained in wash tub.
• Snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers. Make sure all hooks, snaps and
buttons are fastened. Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is very important
when washing knits, which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.
There is no solution
once this type of
damage has occurred.
• Improper use of chlorine bleach. Holes may have random square shape, yellow
discoloration; fabric will be weak at edges of hole.
(a) Use only correct, measured amount of bleach.
(b) Never add undiluted bleach to washer tub nor allow clothes to come in
contact with undiluted bleach. Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes.
(c) Damage from chemicals such as hair preparations (bleach, dye, home permanent
solution), battery acid, some toilet bowl cleaners. Immediately rinse towels and
other articles thoroughly which have come in contact with these chemicals before
putting them in washer. Avoid contaminating items of clothing with such chemicals.
• Small, unnoticed holes, tears or ripped seams may enlarge during washing.
Check garments carefully before loading washer and mend all rips and tears.
• As permanent press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This
is due to the weakening of the fibers by the permanent press process. It is not caused
by the 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. When possible, remove collar stays.
• Roughness or burrs on agitator due to damage incurred by heavy belt buckles, etc.
Examine agitator for roughness or burrs and smooth by filing if necessary.
• May be using wrong cycle for delicate fabrics. Use delicate cycle. Refer to garment
manufacturers’ care instructions.
• Garments weakened by aging, sun or atmosphere. This is an inevitable process
and is not caused by the washer. You may slow down process by use of delicate cycle.
• Too little water in washer or too large a load. Load washer only with the number of
items that will move freely. Select correct water level.
WRINKLING IN
• Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Immediately after dryer stops
PERM PRESS AND
“NO-IRON” ITEMS
tumbling, remove clothes and place them on hangers.
• Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.
• Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles,
even if dry, to ensure proper tumbling.
• Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items, such as work
clothes, with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or blouses. Also do not
wash or dry permanent press items with regular laundry.
• Too many items in washer. Items must have room to move freely. Permanent press
loads should always be smaller than regular loads…no more than medium loads.
• Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use permanent press wash cycle which
provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also, use automatic dry cycle.
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WRINKLING IN
PERM PRESS AND
“NO-IRON” ITEMS
(continued)
• Incorrect water level. Use large 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 a nonphosphate
detergent must be used, avoid the use of a carbonate-built detergent.
To remove stubborn wrinkles—
• Retumble small loads on automatic dry setting.
• Rerinse and dry on automatic dry setting.
• If unsuccessful, retumble on high heat for 10–12 minutes and hang immediately.
• Iron carefully.
• Send to cleaners for pressing.
• Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.*
*NOTE: If you follow good laundry procedures and permanent press clothes still come out wrinkled, the finish
may not be good quality. Also, in permanent press synthetic/cotton blends, the cotton portion of the fabric can
eventually wear away leaving only the synthetic. Since the cotton has a resin finish that imparts the memory, a loss
or decrease of permanent press performance will result.
SHRINKAGE,
GENERAL
• Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be
safely washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow garment manufacturers’ care
instructions exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.
SHRINKAGE,
KNITS
• Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched
and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may be pressed back
into shape after each wash and dry cycle.
• Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics)
is gradually removed by laundering. May be noticed in older garments that have been
washed many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above.
• Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been
heat-shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures
used to set the shapes, 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 TAKE
• Controls improperly set. Check all controls to make sure they are correctly set for
TOO LONG TO DRY
the load you want to dry.
•
Improper ducting. Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with Installation Instructions.
• Obstruction in exhaust ducting. Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction, and
make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily. If metal flexible ducting is used,
be sure it is not kinked and that it is installed according to Installation Instructions.
• Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. Check household fuses or circuit breakers.
Most electric dryers use two. It is possible for one to be blown or tripped and the
dryer to still tumble without heat.
• Improper sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-to-dry items with lightweight articles.
• Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.
• Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles
even if dry, to ensure proper tumbling.
• If your dryer is operating on a 208-volt circuit, longer drying times can be expected.
• Clothes were excessively wet when they were put into the dryer.
WASHER OR DRYER
WON’T START
•
Dryer door is open. Dryer will not run with door open. Make sure lint filter is in proper
position. Make sure washer lid is closed. Washer will fill but will not spin with lid open.
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I2f4you need more help, call toll-free: GE Answer Center 800.626.2002 consumer information service.
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We’ll 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. All you have to do is call—toll-free!
In-Home Repair Service
800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737)
A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. To schedule service, call Monday
to Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST, or Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Many
GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or
tomorrow, or at your convenience. Our factory-trained technicians know your
appliance inside and out—so most repairs can be handled in just one visit.
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GE Answer Center
800.626.2002
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center®
information service is available to help. Your call—and your question— will
be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE
Answer Center® service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
For Customers With Special Needs…
800.626.2002
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 800.626.2002.
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have
access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may
call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322) to request
information or service.
Service Contracts
800.626.2224
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there
after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still
in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,
you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Parts and Accessories
800.626.2002
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances
can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to
their home. The GE parts system provides access to over
47,000 parts…and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are
fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards
are accepted.
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified
service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
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GE Spacemaker Laundry
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service,
visit us on-line at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number
available when calling for service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
For The Period Of:
We Will Replace:
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One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
Any part of the GE Spacemaker Laundry which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service
to replace the defective part.
What Is Not Covered:
■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
■ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of
God.
■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
■ Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects
with this appliance.
■ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or
used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. ■ Defects or damage due to operation in freezing temperatures.
■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
■ Damage caused after delivery.
■ Products which are not defective or broken, or which are
■ Product not accessible to provide required service.
working as described in the Owner’s Manual.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied
warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest
period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located
in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product
to an Authorized GE Service location. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. 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, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
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