GE Washer WA9895S User Manual

Washer  
Problem  
Instructions ....................3,4  
More questions  
GE Answer Centera 800.626.2000  
Operating Instructions, Tips  
Bleach  
Preparation  
ControlSettings..............................................6  
CycleDescriptions.........................................5  
Cycle Times  
Detergents and Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17  
Hard  
Water  
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LoadingtheWasher................................7, 15  
Sorting Clothes .........................................7, 14  
Energy-Saving Tips  
Fabric Softener  
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Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Filter  
Pan ..........................7, 9, 11, 12,24  
Stain Removal Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Mini-Basket...........................................6,7,11  
Mini-Quick,  
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Operating the  
Soak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
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Consumer Services ...................27  
ApplianceRegistration..................................2  
Important Phone Numbers .......................27  
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2  
Repair Service  
Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings .......8  
Warranty........................................BackCover  
Care and Cleaning  
Storage and Vacation Tips ........................24  
User Maintenance instructions,...............24  
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HELP US HELP YOU...  
Write down the model  
and serial numbers.  
You’ll find them on a label on  
the lower left side near the front.  
Save time and money.  
Read this book carefully.  
It is intended to help you  
operate and maintain your  
new washer properly.  
Before you request service . . .  
check the Problem Solver  
section. It lists causes 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  
Number  
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la version en  
To obtain a Spanish language  
version of this book, call  
GE Answer Center”  
800.626.2000  
consumer information service.  
Use  
numbers in any  
correspondence or service  
concerning your washer  
de  
manual, name a  
GE Answer Center”,  
para  
de  
800.626.2000.  
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize  
risk of fire or explosion or to 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 this or any other  
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,  
the fire department.  
—Instillation and service must be performed  
TO DO IF YOU  
GAS  
Do not try to  
any  
not touch any electrical switch;  
do not use any phone in your balding.  
by a qualified  
service agency or  
the gas supplier.  
the  
building or area of all  
occupants.  
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.  
FINALLY, if your problem  
First, contact the people who  
is  
not resolved, write:  
serviced your appliance. Explain  
why you are not pleased. In most  
cases, this will solve the problem.  
Major Appliance Consumer  
Action Panel  
We’re proud of our service and  
want you to be pleased. If for some  
reason you are not happy with the  
service you receive, here are three  
steps to follow for further help.  
20 North  
Drive  
NEXT, if  
are still not pleased,  
Chicago, IL 60606  
write the details—including  
your phone number—to:  
Manager, Consumer Relations  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park  
Louisville. KY 40225  
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not wash or dry articles that  
have been cleaned in, washed in,  
soaked in, or spotted with  
WARNINGTO reduce  
risk  
of fire, electric shock, or injury to  
persons when using your appliance,  
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combustible or explosive substances  
follow basic precautions, including the following:  
(such as wax,  
gasoline,  
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose  
as described in this Use and Care Book.  
cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may  
ignite or explode. Do not add these substances  
to the wash water. Do not use these substances  
around your washer  
operation.  
dryer during  
This washer must be properly  
installed and located in accordance  
with the Installation Instructions  
WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS  
is produced by the chemical action  
within your water heater and the gas  
before it is used. If you did not receive an  
Installation Instructions sheet with your  
washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll  
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accumulate in the water heater  
water  
free, the GE Answer  
800.626.2000.  
pipes if hot water has not been used for a period  
of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS  
CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE  
—Properly ground to conform with all  
governing codes and ordinances. Follow  
details in Installation Instructions.  
CIRCUMSTANCES. So to prevent the  
possibility of damage or injury, 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  
—Install or store where it will not be exposed  
to temperatures below freezing or exposed  
to the weather.  
—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized  
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.  
all hot water faucets and  
them to run for  
several minutes before using any electrical  
appliance which is connected to the hot water  
to adequate plumbing and drain  
facilities as described in the Installation  
Instructions.  
system. This will  
any hydrogen gas to  
escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not  
smoke or use an open flame or appliance  
during this process.  
off water faucets when the washer is not in  
use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves, and  
to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should  
break or rupture.  
Never reach into washer while it is  
moving. Before loading, unloading  
or adding clothes, push in the Cycle  
Selector knob to OFF position, then  
When disconnecting this appliance  
pull by the plug rather than the cord to  
avoid damage to the cord or junction of  
wait until the machine has completely stopped  
before opening the lid.  
cord and plug. Make sure that the cord  
is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped  
over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.  
Close supervision is necessary if  
this appliance is used by or near  
children. Do not allow children  
to play inside, on, or with this  
Do not repair or replace any part  
of the appliance or attempt any  
servicing unless specifically  
recommended in this Use and Care Book or  
in published user-repair instructions that you  
understand and have the skills to carry out.  
appliance or  
discarded  
appliance.  
of discarded appliances and  
shipping or packing materials properly. Before  
discarding a washer, or removing from service,  
remove the washer lid.  
To minimize the possibility of injury:  
(continued next page)  
Do not mix chlorine bleach with  
ammonia or acids such as vinegar  
rust remover.  
toxic  
can produce a  
which may cause death,  
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Permanent Press  
Regular  
For loads of synthetics, blends  
delicate fabrics.  
For most cottons, linens, work and play clothes.  
Longer wash times plus deep rinse, spray rinse  
and spin provide thorough washing and detergent  
removal.  
A cold water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles  
in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar  
apparel with normal soil.  
The  
cycle uses a special wash cycle and  
Saves time and energy when washing small loads  
of lightly soiled clothes. A special agitator concealed  
under the regular agitator washes small and delicate  
a highly concentrated detergent solution in a small  
amount of water in the Mini-Basket tub.  
loads gently but effectively. The  
uses up to 2470 less water than the regular  
selection.  
System  
water  
Rinse water carries away soils and detergent suds  
automatic extra rinse assures complete removal of  
detergent.  
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 cools 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 helps to reduce the need to wash these  
fabrics by hand.  
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 cycle.  
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.  
COTTONS,  
OFF  
PERMANENT PRESS  
KNITS  
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OFF  
LIGHT SOIL  
NORMAL  
FF  
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OFF  
SPOTSCRUBBER  
SIZE  
SPOTSCRUBBER  
REWASH  
Setting the Controls  
Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings  
guide to help you make the proper selections.  
Select Water Level.  
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes.  
MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2  
Select an automatic Fabric Care Program  
OR customize a Fabric Care Program  
LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3  
To use the automatic Fabric Care Programs, select  
one of the following:  
EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full.  
MINI-BASKET: Not used for regular loads. See How  
to Use the Mini-Basket Tub section.  
Choose desired  
Fabric Care  
Selection  
For these  
Set Matching  
Cycle Selection  
Dial)  
For these  
Temperatures  
Hot/Cold  
If you wish to increase the water level after you’ve  
made a selection, turn knob to RESET and select  
new  
Cottons Colorfast  
Cottons, Regular NormalFast  
Cottons, Regular  
Cottons Non-Colorfast  
Permanent Press-Knits  
Cold/Cold  
Permanent Press  
& Knits  
Normal/Slow  
Select Cold Wash if desired, this option  
will cancel the wash temp. in the Fabric Care  
Selections.  
Silks  
Cold/cold  
*War  
Gentle/Slow  
Gentle/Slow  
Woolens  
*’,  
;,\  
Select Extra Rinse, if desired. Pressing pad will  
provide a second deep rinse with Spotscrubber,  
Cottons and Regular, or Permanent Press and  
Knits cycles. Press the Reset pad to cancel  
selection.  
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. See  
the End Cycle Signal section.  
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 the Permanent Press-  
Knits pad (for the warm wash and cold rinse) and set the  
Cycle Selector knob at Normal on the Cottons, Regular  
cycle (for Normal Wash Speed and Fast Spin Speed).  
The Reset Options pad will allow you to cancel  
a selected Option.  
Select SPOTSCRUBBER, if desired. See  
How to Use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle  
for Removing Stains section.  
Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise  
to your selected wash setting.  
Pull Cycle Selector knob ou
to start the washer. If you wish  
to change setting after washer  
has started, push Cycle Selector  
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STOP  
knob into  
the-washer and reset to the  
new position. Setting can be changed at any time.  
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Sorting and Loading  
Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color  
Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not  
to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.  
amount of  
according to instructions in How  
to Sort Clothes section.  
Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator. Lint will  
collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is  
finished. See How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan section.  
Remove the  
pan  
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and Mini-Basket tub.  
underside of the lid is a  
place to put the  
Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash basket. Do  
not put any items to washed in the Filter-Flo pan.  
pan  
loading or  
See Bleach section for instructions in their uses.  
unloading clothes.  
For information on how to use bleaches and fabric  
softeners, see Other Laundry Products section.  
Do not use the Mini-Basket tub when washing  
regular loads. You’ll find complete details on how  
and when to use it in How to Use the Mini-Basket  
Tub section.  
the lid. Washer  
fill but not agitate or spin  
with the lid open.  
Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents  
section for information on detergents and other  
laundry additives.  
Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)  
Times —  
NOTES:  
Total time includes pauses between each phase of the  
Total time does include water fill times. Fill times vary  
depending on household water pressure and your selected water level.  
and Cottons Regular  
34  
Press & Knits Mini-Quick and  
20  
PreWash*  
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* Total Cycle Minutes do not include the auto soak cycle you have chosen.  
Optional Extra Rinse cycles are approximately 15 minutes.  
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SUGGESTED  
CYCLE  
For Clothes  
such as:  
Speed  
Normal/Slow  
Cycle Suggested  
Permanent Press & Knits  
Synthetics  
Permanent press, treated cottons,  
blends with cottons  
Down-filled garments, machine  
washing is recommended*  
Gentle/Slow  
Pillows**  
Baby clothes (delicate)  
Lingerie  
Gentle/Slow  
Normal/Fast  
Regular  
Cottons and linens  
Denims  
. Blankets***  
Baby clothes (sturdy)  
Normal/Fast  
Work clothes with heavy soil  
& Auto Soak  
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 maybe 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 are made of different  
foam, polyester, natural feather,  
**Pillows  
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.  
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. Pre-treat  
heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.  
***Blankets  
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How to Use the Bleach Dispenser  
Use this dispenser with  
liquid bleach only.  
If you prefer to  
use powdered  
bleach, pour it  
Measure bleach carefully. See manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly  
into bleach dispenser.  
Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow.  
Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause  
fabric damage.  
into the wash  
basket along with  
your detergent. Do  
not pour powdered bleach  
Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly  
onto clothes or into the wash basket.  
into the  
dispenser.  
How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser  
Position the Fabric  
Softener Dispenser  
on the Filter-Flo pan.  
Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.  
The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed  
at the proper time.  
Pour manufacturer’s  
recommended amount  
of fabric softener into  
a one cup (240 ml)  
measuring cup.  
Do not stop the washer during the first spin.  
This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.  
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.  
How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan  
The Filter-Flo pan is the lint  
filter. Position the Filter-F
pan on the agitator after  
loading clothes into the  
washer. Lint is easily seen  
and removed after the wash  
is finished.  
NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo  
a wash  
basket. Do not put items to be washed in the  
Filter-Flo pan. Do not place detergent packets  
in the Filter-Flo pan.  
. .  
...,-  
The Filter-Flo pan also serves as a lid for the Mini-  
Basket tub. See How to Use the Mini-Basket Tub  
section.  
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(continued)  
How to Use the Soak Cycle  
NOTE: For an extended soak, allow the washer  
to and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the  
soaking agent. Add clothes. Then push in the Cycle  
Soak: Turn the Cycle Selector knob to soak. Start  
the washer. Add pre-measured detergent or soak  
product; add clothes.  
Selector knob to stop the washer (keep lid closed)  
and allow to soak for as  
as desired. After  
desired soak period, pull out the Cycle Selector  
knob to complete the cycle.  
Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser or the  
Mini-Basket tub with the Soak cycle.  
How to Use the Auto Soak Cycle  
PreWash with Auto Soak: Set the Cycle Selector  
In the Auto Soak cycle the washer fills, agitates and  
it soaks for the time you selected. It automatically  
advances into the next cycle.  
knob for soak time desired in the PreWash cycle.  
Start the washer. The washer  
agitate, soak and  
automatically advance into PreWash.  
Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser or the  
Mini-Basket tub with the Soak cycle.  
How to Use the Mini-Quick,  
Cycle  
1. Follow steps 1 through 8 in the section How to Use  
the Mini-Basket Tub.  
The MINI-QUICK,  
cycle, intended to wash small loads of lightly soiled  
clothes you need in a hurry.  
is a short  
2. Push the Cycle Selector knob in and turn it  
clockwise to the MINI-QUICK,  
cycle.  
The Mini-Basket tub should be used for  
satisfactory results.  
3. Pull the Cycle Selector knob out to start the washer.  
ENERGY-SAVING  
Always rinse in cold water. The temperature  
of the rinse does not affect cleaning.  
If your clothes and household items don’t  
and fresh after washing, you will probably rewash  
them.. and that means waste energy.  
Remember to sort your clothes carefully, and load  
them properly, select correct cycles, use enough  
clean  
Wash in off-peak utility hours. Your  
utility  
can tell you which are the off-peak hours.  
Use your washer’s Normal Spin. This  
remove  
detergent and  
a water temperature warm  
and rid of  
more water during spin, which will shorten drying  
cycle to save more energy.  
to  
Try to wash less often. Save articles of the same  
type of fabric until you have a full load.  
Use your Mini-Basket tub for very small loads. It  
uses less water than the small water level in the big  
tub on this washer. You will also save on detergent  
and energy.  
If you must wash smaller loads, adjust the amount  
of water. Small loads should have lower water levels.  
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Mini-Basket  
Wash Loads  
Stuffed toys.  
Tennis shoes.  
Small loads of regular fabrics (up to  
(1. kg).  
pounds)  
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  
Add bleach, if desired.  
Measure carefully and  
pour recommended  
Remove the  
pan.  
6.  
2. Place Mini-Basket  
tub on agitator.  
amount of liquid  
the agitator  
bleach—  
(60  
cup  
toward the front  
of the machine for  
easier installation and  
into the bleach dispenser.  
See How to Use the Bleach Dispenser section.  
removal of Mini-Basket tub.  
Add fabric softener, if desired. Place the fabric  
softener dispenser on the  
3. Put detergent in the bottom of  
pan. Pour  
tub  
loading  
(about the same amount  
1 teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or  
1 tablespoon (15 ml) of diluted softener into  
a standard measuring cup. Add enough water to  
fill the cup 1/2 full. Pour the diluted softener  
into the dispenser. See How to Use the Fabric  
Softener Dispenser.  
you would use for a small load in the regular wash  
basket). See How Much Detergent Should You  
Use section.  
4. Load clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.  
5. Replace the  
pan.  
It serves as a lid to keep  
EXTRA  
Close washer lid and  
set controls as follows:  
RESET  
.,  
—Set Water Level to  
BASKET position.  
i
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BASKET  
—Select desired  
and  
SMALL  
Temp.  
SIZE  
See Operating Instructions.  
—Select desired cycle (Regular,  
Press or Knits). See Operating Instructions.  
9. Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer.  
Special Instructions for Use of the Mini-Basket  
When washing stockings, panty hose and other  
The Mini-Basket tub can be used with any cycle  
easily tangled items, always handle separately. To  
minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net  
laundry bag.  
except the SOAK and PREWASH cycle.  
Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket  
when using the Mini-Basket tub. There will not  
be enough water in the regular basket and damage  
to clothes could result.  
Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the  
MINI-QUICK,  
cycle.  
Shake sand  
loose dirt out of clothes before  
loading; otherwise some may remain in the tub and  
on the clothes after the cycle is completed.  
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HOW TO USE  
SPOTSCRUBBER CYCLE  
FOR  
STAINS  
SPOTSCRUBBER  
Removes Stains and Heavy Soil Automatically  
Selecting Optional Extra Rinse will give you two  
rinses that  
solution.  
The SPOTSCRUBBER  
of detergent in about two gallons (7.6 liters) of water and  
is designed to remove stains automatically.  
uses a high concentration  
remove the concentrated detergent  
SPOTSCRUBBER Stain Removal Shortcut  
If the stain remains after  
you have tried both steps...  
or  
Chances are Step 1 will remove  
the following stains:  
Many stains that have not set into  
the fabric can be automatically  
removed in your washer’s  
Fresh Blood  
Perspiration  
Cosmetics, Grease, Oil  
if the stain is caused by rust,  
adhesives (chewing gum, etc.),  
tar...  
SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle.  
Step 1. Launder any stained  
washable fabric with the  
SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle, using  
the hottest water the fabric can  
stand and the recommended  
amount of detergent.  
Chocolate, Cream, Ice Cream,  
or  
Most Common Food Stains  
if the item is too big to be laundered  
in the Mini-Basket tub...  
follow the recommendations in the  
Stain Removal Guide.  
Odds are good that Step 2 will  
remove these stains:  
Grass, Foliage,  
Aged Blood  
Antiperspirants, Deodorants  
Coffee and Tea  
Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices, Wine,  
Food Coloring, Vegetables  
Step 2. If the stain remains—and  
if the stained article is white or  
it again with  
the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle,  
using warm water and bleach (see  
Bleach column in Controls Setting  
Guide) plus the recommended  
amount of detergent.  
How to Use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle  
SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle Wash Load  
1 full size  
or  
1 average size tablecloth, or  
3 shirts or blouses, or  
3-5 baby garments, or  
5-6 undergarments  
1 shirt and 1 pair of slacks, or  
4. Load clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.  
5. Replace the pan.  
1. Remove the  
pan.  
2. Place Mini-Basket tub on  
agitator. Pull the agitator  
toward the front of  
It serves as a lid to keep  
the clothes in the  
Basket tub.  
the machine for  
easier installation and  
removal of Mini-Basket tub.  
3. Put detergent the bottom of the Mini-Basket tub  
before loading clothes (about the same amount you  
would use for a small load in the regular wash  
basket). See the How Much Detergent Should  
You Use section.  
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7. Add fabric softener, if desired. Place the Fabric  
Softener Dispenser on the pan. Pour 1  
6. Add bleach, desired.  
Measure carefully  
pour recommended  
amount of liquid  
teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or  
tablespoon (15 ml) of diluted softener into a  
standard measuring cup. Add enough water to fill  
the cup 1/2 full. Pour the diluted softener into the  
dispenser.  
bleach—about 1/4  
(60  
into  
the bleach dispenser.  
See the How to Use the Bleach Dispenser section.  
8. Close the washer lid and set the controls.  
—Select  
Extra Rinse.  
—Push Cycle Selector  
—Select desired Fabric Care Program and cycle.  
Proper wash water temperature is important.  
Refer to the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings  
guide and Stain Removal Guide.  
knob in and turn it to the  
SPOTSCRUBBER cycle.  
—Pull Cycle Selector knob to start washer.  
*Think you need more water when adding a  
I
I
item  
as a tablecloth? Wait about a minute  
after agitation begins, then check. To add  
stop reset SPOTSCRUBBER control to  
—Set SPOTSCRUBBER  
ON and restart  
at MINI-BASKET  
Leave Water  
/
control to SET position.  
This fills the Mini-Basket  
tub half full of water,  
which is normal. *  
—For best results, don’t overload the Mini-Basket  
tub. It’s better to do two loads, so laundry can move  
freely in the water.  
What Happens During the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle  
Cycle sequence:  
When agitation stops, the  
SPOTSCRUBBER control  
moves the remaining distance  
to the left and rinsing begins.  
When agitation begins, the  
SPOTSCRUBBER control moves  
counterclockwise for about half  
a minute. A sharp distinctive  
sound will be heard soon after  
agitation begins. This is the  
sound of the water recirculation  
system cutting off to keep the  
concentrated detergent solution  
in the Mini-Basket tub.  
Wash . . . . . . . . . .......19 minutes  
Spin . .. . . . . . . . ....,...4 minutes  
Rinse . . . . . . . . . ........4 minutes  
Spin . . . . . . . . . . ........7 minutes  
2nd Rinse . . . . . ........5 minutes  
Spin . . . . . . . . . . ........7 minutes  
Total Time . . . . .......46 minutes  
*Includes  
between each  
include water  
the  
times  
water pressure.  
vary depending  
Special Instructions for Use of the Mini-Basket  
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.  
Shake sand  
dirt out  
Do not wash clothes in the  
regular wash basket when  
using the Mini-Basket tub.  
of clothes before loading;  
otherwise some may remain in  
the tub and on the clothes after  
the cycle is completed.  
You must use the  
Mini-Basket tub with the  
SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle.  
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HOW TO SORT  
Sort by Surface Texture  
LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and  
up lint.  
Separate  
LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and  
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract  
lint. These must be washed separately.  
For more information on lint control, see The  
Problem Solver section.  
In addition to sorting  
reduce lint collection,  
it is recommended  
that fabrics of similar  
construction be  
washed together  
whenever possible.  
Sort Soil  
Sort by Color  
For instructions  
on different fabrics  
and loads, see the  
Fabric and Cycle  
Settings guide.  
Separate  
A thorough soaking with detergent or special  
It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing.  
soaking agent is another way to remove heavy soils,  
Empty pockets, brush out cuffs, zip zippers, snap  
snaps, hooks and buttons.  
embedded dirt  
even some stains.  
Soaking can be either a completely separate washing  
step or a preliminary step to complete wash cycle.  
For detailed information on how to soak in your  
Do any necessary mending—rips, hems. tears.  
Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain.  
washer, see the  
to Use the Soak Cycle section.  
Remove stains. Use the SPOTSCRUBBER  
that is designed to remove stains and stubborn soil  
automatically, and refer to the Stain Removal Guide  
when you elect to pretreat and scrub stains by hand.  
FOR INFORMATION on SOAKING AGENTS,  
see the Other Laundry Products Guide.  
Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing in a  
amount  
Turn  
knits inside-out to minimize fabric surface  
of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and  
powdered detergent or soap. For best results, wait  
1/2 hour before washing. Or wash small, extremely  
loads in the Mini-Basket tub using the  
SPOTSCRUBBER  
damage.  
Soaking and Pretreating—a good way to loosen  
deep soils and stains.  
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER  
Load clothes dry.  
This illustration, with clothes just  
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  
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.  
water fill.  
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  
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  
NOTE: When washing stockings, panty hose and  
Turn off the washer.  
other easily tangled items, always handle separately.  
To minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net  
laundry bag.  
Carefully remove the  
pan.  
Add any additional articles by submerging them next  
to the agitator.  
Replace the  
pan and restart the washer.  
Special Recommendations for Washing Permanent Press If You Do Not Have a Dryer  
Use more water than you would for a regular load.  
you are machine-washing permanent press clothes  
that you plan to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to  
minimize wrinkling in the wash process:  
Use a medium water  
for a small load. Use an  
extra large water level for a medium load.  
To minimize wrinkling, use a Fabric Care Program  
with a Gentle Spin. See Fabric Care Programs in  
Operating Instructions.  
Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops  
and hang immediately.  
Be careful not to overload washer. Permanent press  
clothes must have ample room to move freely. A  
medium size permanent press load is the largest  
that should be washed.  
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HOW MUCH DETERGENT  
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.  
Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount.  
How to use detergent;  
granular, powdered or liquid:  
Amount required varies  
according to:  
If the recommended amount of  
detergent produces too many suds,  
switch to a lower  
brand, and follow instructions  
on package.  
detergent  
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  
your clothes  
4. Type of detergent  
5. Wash temperature  
first, add detergent next to the  
agitator.  
Using too little  
detergent is a  
common cause  
of laundry  
Use more detergent if  
you have...  
problems.  
Alway
1. Hard water  
2. Large loads  
3. Greasy or oily soils  
4. Lower wash temperature  
5. Low phosphate detergent  
measure detergent  
in a standard measuring cup.  
HARD WATER—DO YOU  
IT?  
If your water is  
you have no problem. You  
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.  
can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget  
about hard water. If you have HARD water—less than  
10 grains—and you use phosphate detergent, you also  
have no problem.  
If you live in a municipal area, contact your  
water company.  
But, if you have more than 10 grains, you will need  
to soften your water with either . . .  
If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas,  
contact your county agent.  
1. An installed water softener in your 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:  
For information on water softeners, see the  
manufacturer’s recommendations.  
O to 3.5 grains per gallon (3.8  
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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Laundry  
Product and  
How to Use It  
Special Instructions  
BLEACH  
Chlorine liquid  
such  
1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour  
Use your bleach dispenser.  
See How to Use Your Bleach  
Dispenser section.  
brand  
undiluted liquid chlorine  
directly into washer  
or on dry clothes.  
2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine  
bleached such as: silk, wool, or non-fast colors.  
3) Check manufacturers’ care labels for special instructions.  
you do  
have a bleach dispenser,  
pour diluted bleach next to the agitator.  
Non-chlorine such as  
2 brand  
1) May be used on  
fabrics. Test fabric first.  
Follow package directions.  
Put bleach into washer with detergent.  
FABRIC SOFTENERS  
Rinse additive such  
Downy brand  
Follow package directions  
for diluting softeners.  
1) Helps make clothes  
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.  
and soft.  
SANITIZER  
Chlorine bleach  
such as  
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses  
Use in case of infection  
and contagious disease.  
See under Bleach  
WATER SOFTENER  
Non-precipitating  
Follow package directions.  
Add at start of wash cycle.  
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping  
water clear.  
such as  
brand  
such as  
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate  
Follow package directions.  
Add at start of wash cycle.  
Borax brand  
which  
cloudy or  
appearance to water.  
SOAK AGENT  
For best results, soak garments a minimum of  
minutes.  
Follow package directions.  
Such as  
brand  
PRE-TREATING, STAIN  
AND SPOT REMOVERS  
Such as Spray ’n Wash  
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 pre-treatment soil and  
and  
brands  
stain remover products if  
products are sprayed on or  
have direct contact with the washer. Apply these pre-treatment  
products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed  
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pre-treatment  
products is not covered by your warranty.  
TINTS AND DYES  
Powdered such as  
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next  
complete cycle using hot water, cup (120 ml) detergent,  
I cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe exterior parts. Caution: Tinting  
may discolor plastic in washer. Subsequent washings will  
reduce discoloration but may never eliminate it.  
Go through  
package directions  
NOTE: Tinted garments may  
not be colorfast. Wash separately.  
and  
brands  
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HOW TO  
STAINS  
SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle Shortcut  
Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The  
fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.  
Many stains that have not set into the fabric can  
be automatically removed in your washer’s  
SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle.  
Before attempting to remove any stain, check the  
care  
instructions that came with the garment.  
Getting stains out of items that are too big to be  
laundered in the Mini-Basket tub is more difficult.  
The Stain Removal Guide on the next page suggests  
ways of treating stains by hand.  
Some detergents are more effective in removing  
certain stains than others. If the stain remains after  
you have tried the SPOTSCRUBBER  
shortcut,  
Whether you use the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle  
shortcut or apply stain removal products by hand:  
try another brand.  
To Apply Stain Removal Products by Hand  
Find the fabric and the finish in the guide on the  
next page, and use only recommended methods.  
stain removal with a thorough rinsing.  
Wash with recommended amount of soap or  
Test stain removal product on a hidden inside seam  
detergent.  
or on a sample of the material.  
Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and  
Fabrics  
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool  
water—approximately  
for 5 minutes and launder in washer.  
a sink or pan. Soak stained area  
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain  
If these stains are not completely removed in the  
wash, the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash  
water. Then they will become very visible and you  
may think they were caused by the wash cycle itself.  
Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments may  
cause stains which are virtually invisible and which  
you may not notice as you put your clothes into the  
washer.  
Once These Spots Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?  
Another way to remove these spots is to rub in  
Wash spotted fabrics in the Mini-Basket tub using  
undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes,  
then rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.  
the SPOTSCRUBBER  
fabric can stand.  
and hottest water the  
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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Many Stains That Have Not Set Into the Fabric Can Be Automatically  
Removed in Your Washer’s SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle  
Stain  
Launder with the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle, using the hottest water the fabric can stand and the recommended  
Fresh Blood  
Perspiration  
Cosmetics,  
Grease, Oil  
Chocolate,  
Cream, Ice  
amount of detergent.  
If the stain remains—and if the stained article is white or  
it again with the SPOTSCRUBBER  
Setting Guide) plus the recommended  
Cycle, using warm water and bleach  
Bleach column in  
amount of detergent.  
Cream, Milk  
Most Common  
Food Stains  
If the stained article is white or bleachable, use warm water and chlorine bleach (see Bleach column in Controls  
Setting Guide) plus the recommended amount of detergent. For other washable fabrics, use oxygen bleach.  
Grass, Foliage,  
Flowers  
Aged Blood  
Antiperspirants,  
Deodorants  
Coffee and Tea  
Fresh Fruit, Fruit  
Juices, Wine,  
Food Coloring,  
Vegetables  
Stains That Need Pretreatment  
Other Washable Fabrics  
White and Bleachable Fabrics  
Stain  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.  
Wash with hot water and 1/2 cup (120 ml) of citric or oxalic  
or apply commercial rust remover ** using manufacturer’s  
Rust  
directions,  
and launder.  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.  
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull too/to  
carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge  
Adhesives  
(chewing gum, etc.)  
with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * rinse  
then wash as usual.  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics  
except launder using oxygen bleach.  
Fresh stains: stain face down on an absorbent towel and  
use spray cleaner sponge with dry cleaning fluid, * rinse well,  
Ink, Ballpoint  
Tar  
then wash as usual. Old stains:  
per the Stain Removal Hint  
on previous page.  
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.  
Treat stain with commercial spot remover such as  
following manufacturers directions. Repeat if necessary.  
Launder and dry.  
brand,  
with ammonia or acids such as  
rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas  
A*Caution: Because cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure  
vinegar  
you are in a well-ventilated room when using them. No  
which may cause death.  
cleaning fluid should be used unless user is familiar with  
the [imitations and required cautions (usually printed on label).  
Use extreme caution with flammable compounds.  
acid is toxic. Take care not to ingest it accidentally.  
Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.  
Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable  
materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer.  
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QUESTIONS?  
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
PROBLEM  
LINT OR RESIDUE  
ON CLOTHES  
Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers (such as terry towels and  
chenille) from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).  
Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute  
per pound of dry clothes.  
Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a  
precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or liquid detergent; use  
warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a  
packaged water softener.  
Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be  
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. Turning clothes inside-out may provide some help.  
Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction. Use fabric softener in  
rinse cycle.  
These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may not notice them before  
washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in wash  
the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible.  
GREASY OR OILY  
STAINS ON  
LAUNDERED  
GARMENTS  
They are  
caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after  
wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots  
appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra  
detergent using hottest water fabric can stand. Or launder with SPOTSCRUBBER cycle.  
Insufficient detergent. You may  
to increase amount of detergent used if load is  
GRAYED CLOTHES  
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  
heavy.  
or family  
Poor or inferior detergent. Change to phosphate detergent, if possible. Follow these steps:  
1. Use water conditioner (such as  
2. Pretreat stains.  
brand).  
3. Use the hottest water possible.  
4. Use bleach where possible.  
5. Use presoak aids.  
6. Install water softener.  
Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing  
gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of load.  
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POSSIBLE CAUSE  
PROBLEM  
Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient.  
However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use  
twice the recommended amount of detergent.  
GRAYED CLOTHES  
(continued)  
Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at  
bottom of opposite page.  
Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for  
smaller loads.  
. Detergent dissolves too slowly. Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the  
start of agitation. See Detergent and Additives section.  
To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:  
1. Put 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  
brand.  
Use times as much as you need for normal water softening.  
Do not use detergent or soap.  
Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.  
Repeat, if necessary.  
2. If you prefer to use the Soak cycle, see How to Use the Soak Cycle section. Use  
the water softener 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.  
4. Use the Mini-Basket tub. Increase detergent.  
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.  
YELLOWED  
CLOTHES  
Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach (such  
as  
2 brand). Refer to garment manufacturer’s care instructions. Restore color  
using color remover (such as  
or  
brands), following package directions.  
Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.  
1. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water before  
adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.  
2. Have a special filter installed in your home to remove iron and manganese  
from water.  
Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water  
heater occasionally.  
3.  
4. To remove  
stained  
Wash in Mini-Basket tub using SPOTSCRUBBER cycle or spread  
over pan of boiling water and lemon juice through stain. To  
remove overall yellow: Wash in Mini-Basket tub using SPOTSCRUBBER cycle or  
use a commercially available rust scale remover, following package instructions. If  
porcelain damage can occur, do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.  
Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes; always  
dilute before adding to rinse water. See Other Laundry Products section. Also, do not  
lift lid during spin. This may cause improper dispensing, resulting in stains. To remove  
Wash in Mini-Basket tub using SPOTSCRUBBER cycle or dampen stained  
area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safe  
for fabric.  
BLUE OR GRAY  
COLOR  
next  
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER  
(continued)  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SHRINKAGE,  
GENERAL  
Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in  
a
washer or by hand; others maybe safely  
exactly.  
washed but shrink in a dryer. Follow garment manufacturer’s care  
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. 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.  
WRINKLING  
Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately.  
Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.  
Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items, such as work clothes,  
PERMANENT PRESS  
AND “NO-IRON”  
ITEMS  
with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or  
press items with regular laundry.  
Do not wash permanent  
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:  
on Permanent Press setting in your dryer.  
and dry on Permanent Press setting.  
If unsuccessful,  
Send to dry  
on high heat for 10 to 12 minutes and hang immediately.  
for pressing.  
Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.  
Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets, Check to make sure  
such objects  
SNAGS, HOLES,  
TEARS, RIPS OR  
EXCESSIVE WEAR  
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.  
Holes with random square shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by  
improper use of chlorine bleach. Use only correct amount of bleach. See Other  
Laundry Products section. Never add undiluted bleach to wash tub or allow clothes  
to come into contact with undiluted bleach. Do not wipe up bleach spills with clothes.  
Small, unnoticed tears may enlarge during washing process. Check garments before  
washing and mend all rips and tears.  
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POSSIBLE CAUSE  
PROBLEM  
Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and  
SNAGS, HOLES,  
TEARS, RIPS OR  
EXCESSIVE WEAR  
(continued)  
toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels and other articles that  
came in contact  
these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not  
contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals.  
As permanent press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This  
is normal due to weakening of fibers by the permanent press process. It is not caused  
by washer. You can slow this process by washing small permanent press loads with  
a large water level. Do not wash heavy items such as towels with permanent press.  
Remove collar stays, when possible.  
May be caused by the use of Regular cycles for delicate 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.  
Too large loads, or too little water. Load washer only with number of items that will  
move freely. Select correct water level.  
Pretreat with liquid detergent. See Other Laundry Products section.  
HEAVILY SOILED  
AREAS such as  
collars and cuffs  
WASHER WON’T  
OPERATE  
Make sure cord is plugged into outlet.  
Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on.  
Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector knob is pulled out to ON position.  
Make sure lid is closed. Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open.  
Check house fuses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical  
outlet. remove it. Washer should have  
outlet.  
Make sure temperature selector controls are correctly set.  
Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and  
regulated correctly.  
WATER  
TEMPERATURE  
IS INCORRECT  
Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets...  
hot to hot, cold to cold.  
o
Water valve screens  
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  
. Make sure drain hose is not kinked.  
Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. (2.4 m) above floor.  
WATER WON’T  
DRAIN  
Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.  
WATER LEAKS  
Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.  
(continued next  
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PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and  
WASHER IS NOISY  
front jam nuts tight.  
your  
Instructions.  
. A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor  
stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in.” This sound 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 PAUSES  
IN CYCLE  
Washer normally pauses between washing  
between spin and rinse.  
as between wash and spin or  
If you need more  
toll free: GE Answer Center” / 800.626.2000 / consumer information service  
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS  
To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove  
water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.  
The  
The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid  
open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate.  
Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.  
Do not store the washer where it will be exposed  
to the weather.  
The Exterior. Wipe off any spills of washing  
compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try  
not to hit surface with sharp objects.  
For Long Vacations. Be sure water supply is shut off  
at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather  
will be below freezing.  
To remove limestone from  
pan  
How to remove the agitator  
Soak filter pan in a preheated  
solution of half vinegar and half water for 15  
minutes. Then brush each side of pan with a stiff  
bristle brush while flushing with running water.  
(71°C. )  
To remove the agitator,  
Cap  
snap the cap off and remove  
the screw. Then remove  
the agitator extender (on  
so equipped)  
Agitator  
Extender  
(on some models)  
and the agitator.  
Agitator  
To replace the agitator,  
carefully lower it straight  
down onto the shaft so  
that it fits snugly into  
place. Replace the agitator  
extender (on models so  
equipped), the screw  
and the cap.  
CAUTIONS:  
Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar  
can damage porcelain.  
Do not exceed  
may warp.  
) or filter pan  
(Appearance may vary)  
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Well Be Th ere  
information or assistance from GE,  
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive  
assurance that  
ever need  
be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!  
In-Home Repair Service  
A
service  
thats convenient  
will provide expert  
Many  
service,  
Consumer Service  
scheduled at  
service  
p.m. weekdays,  
or tomorrow,  
a.m.  
at  
a.m.  
p.m. Saturdays).  
technicians  
your appliance inside and  
handled in just one visit.  
Centera  
8086262000  
your question  
any  
major appliance,  
help. call—and your question-will be  
And can call any time. Answer  
Answer  
service is available  
and  
sc[-vice is  
hours a day, 7 days a  
Customers With Special Needs...  
Upon request,  
Braille  
will  
with  
hearing  
have  
a variety  
access  
call  
a
a
teletypewriter  
appliances, and  
(800  
service.  
assist in planning a barrier-free  
kitchen for persons  
mobility. To  
limited  
....  
these  
free  
charge, call 800.626.2000.  
Service Contracts  
the secure  
that  
Service will still  
there  
after  
in  
warranty expires. Purchase  
t and receive a substantial  
assured service todays prices.  
contract.  
your warranty is still  
With a  
Parts  
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances  
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet  
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.  
can have  
their home.  
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sent directly  
parts system provides access  
Renewal Parts  
over  
cards  
Other servicing  
be referred to qualified  
and  
V ISA,  
service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since  
im p r op er ser vicin g m a y ca u se u n sa fe op er a tion .  
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Staple sales slip or  
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  
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
WHAT IS COVERED  
the original purchaser and any  
succeeding owner for products  
purchased for ordinary home use  
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii  
For one year from date of 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  
will be  
provided by our Factory Service  
Centers or by our authorized  
replacement parts for  
part of  
transmission that fails because  
of a manufacturing defect. You pay  
for the service trip to your home  
and service labor charges. Or, if  
you desire, we will provide a  
completely reconditioned  
transmission. You pay for the  
shop reconditioning labor, the  
service trip to your home and  
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  
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  
legal  
and you may also have other rights which  
from state to state.  
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company  
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:  
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225  
This book is printed on recycled paper.  
Part No. 175  
Pub  
49-9817  
Printed in  
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