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Agitator
Appliance Registration
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2
Safety Instructions
Sorting Clothes
Bleach Dispenser
Care and Cleaning
2:
Stains
Stain Removal Guide
Consumer Services
Controls Setting Guide
Cycle Settings
Detergents, Other Additives
5
11-15
Energy-Saving Tips
Filter-FIo@Pan
8
4,& 22
Hard Water
Limestone Deposits
13, 14
12,22
Loading
Model and Serial Numbers
Pre-Treating
Problem Solver
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Storage &Vacation Tips
User Maintenance Instructions 22
Warranty
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Read thk book carefuIIyo
It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new washer
properly.
Keep it handy for answersto your
questions,
If you don’tunderstand something
or need more help, write (include
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Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY40225
Hyou received
tim~ed
a
washer...
Immediately contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you the
washer.
~~~~ ~h~ ~~~ money.
Beforeyou request service. ..
check the Problem Solver on
pages 18through 22. It lists causes
of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
numbers.
These numbers are aIso on the
Co~]sumerProduct Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your washer. Before sending in this
card, please write these n.umt~ers
here:
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerningyourwasher.
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To obtain service, see the
Consumer Servicespage in the
back of this book.
We’reproud of our service and
wantyou to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
stepsto followfor further help,
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solvethe problem,
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details-including
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North WackerDrive
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Chicago, Illinois 60606
FORYOURSAFETY
If
you smell gas:
windows.
1. open
2s Don’t
touch
electrical
switches:
any
3.
Extinguish
open
flame,
4,
Immediately call
your gas Suppliera
ignite the gas.
You’llfind them on a label on the
lower left side near the front.
Model Number
Paraobtenerla versibnen
espafiolde este manual,
name a
GE AnswerCenters
serviciode informaci~n
para el consumidor,
telifono 800.626.2000.
*~on’t turn electric switches
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and serial
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consumerinformationservice,
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@MPORTWT
SMETYmSTRUCTIONS
@close supervisionis necessary
if thisapplianceis used by or near
children. Do notallowchildren
toplayinside,onorwiththis
applianceoranydiscarded
appliance,Disposeof ficarded
appliancesandshippingor
packingmaterialsgroperly,
Beforediscardinga washer,or
removingfromservice9remove
thewasherlid.
all laundry aids (suchas
@Keep
detergents,bleaches,fabricsokners,
etc.) out of the reach of children,
preferablyinalockedcabinet.Observe
all warningson containerlabelsto
avoidpersonal injury.
~Keepthe area around and
underneathyour appliancesfree
fiomthe accumulationofcombustible
materials, such as lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc.
~Keep the floor around your
appliancesclean and dry to reduce
the possibility of slipping.
@Tominimize the possibility
of electric shock, unplug this
appliance from the power supply
before attemptingany maintenance
or cleaning (exceptthe removaland
cleaning ofthelintfilter).
N~E: TurningtheCycleSelector
knobtoanOFFpositiondoesNOT
disconnecttheappliancefromthe
powersupply.
@~~ not Wmperwith controls.
o DO not operate thisappliance
if it isdamaged,malfunctioning,
partiallydisassembled,or l~as
missingor brokenparts, includi~~g
a damagedcord or plug.
o Never climb on or stand on tl~e
washer top.
GDo not wash fiberglass a~ticlesin
your washer. Skin irritation could
result from the rernaini~lgpafiicles
that may be picked up by clothing
d~~ri~~g
subsequent waslter USC,
.
@ThelaundrypIocesscanreduce
theflameretardancyof fabrics. To
avoidsuch a resu~t,tie garment
manufacturer’scareinstructions
shouldbe followedverycaretilly.
How toopemte
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For washer operation
SAVE
@Do not leavewasher lid up
during cycle.This will stopthe
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mSTRUCTIONS
washandspinactionandprevent
completionof thecycle.
yourc~otheswasher
~~~—To
reduce the risk of fire,
e~ectrieshock,or injury to persons,
read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appBiance.
WasMpin
Speeds
Wafer level
3
WosMiinse Tempuraiuro
Heavy Duly large Capacisy
Eight Cycle Two Speed Washer
MEDIUM
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@Sort clothes carefully by fabric
type, weight, color and amount of
soil, according to instructions on
page 9.
~ Remove Filter-Flo” pan. The
underside of the lid is a good place
to put the pan while loading or
unloading clothes.
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N~E: Do not use the Filter-Flo
pan as a wash basket. Do not put
any items to be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan.
~ For information on bleaches and
fabric sofieners, see page 15.
~ Close the lid. Washer will fill,
but not agitate or spin with the lid
open.
setting the controls
Use the Controls Setting Guide on
pages 6 and 7 to help you make the
proper selections.
@ Select Wash/Spin Speed.
@Add measured amount of
detergent. See pages 11through 15
f~)rinformation on detergents and
other laundry additives.
o Load clothes into wash basket,
beingcareful not to overload. Clothes
sho~jldbe 19c10wretaining ring, See
page 10for more \oadinginformation.
@ Select Water Level,
SMALL: Washer is less than 1/2
full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/2and 2/3 fill,
LARGE: Over 2/3 full.
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@ Select Washand Rinse
Temperature.
@ Push Cycle Selector knob in
,*.and turn clockwise to your selected ‘-::--=
wash setting.
@ Pull Cycle Selector knob out to
startthewasher.If youwishto change
settingafier washer has started, push
Cycle Selector knob into stop the
washer and reset to the new position.
Setting can be changed at any time.
:
*pstoHelpYouSeiectsettings
Regular
Permanent
cycles—
Provideslonger wash time for
most cottons, linens and work and
piayclothes.
Ress
cycIes—
An extendedcool-downspray rinse
is provided to minimizethe setting
of wrinkles.
Use with most soakingaids to
loosenembedded soils and stains.
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Cycles—
For modern fabrics with heavy or
oily soil. A second rinse is provided
to help removethe additional
detergentthat is required for these
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What Happens
inEach setting
(Approximate
Regular Cycles
cycle
selector
Settings
}Va.sla
spill
Rinse
Spiil
Heavy
Normal
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Soil
19
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3%
15
3%
3X
7
J%
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7
7
7
Minutes)
Fermanent Press
soak
Cycle
Normal
11
3l/2
7
2%
3y2
4fi
Light
5
2%
3 1/2
4%
Extra C1eaIl
Heavy
Normal
15
3ti
3
3
10
3%
3
3
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Controk setting
GuidefordifferentfabricsandBoa&
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wash/spinwash water
setting
speed
Temperature’cycle
cyc~t?
Normal
Normal
Hot or Warm
Warmor Cold
Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles
Normal or Light Soil Setting
Normal or Light Soil Setting
WorkClothes, Dungarees, etc.
Heavysoil
Averagesoil
Normal
Normal
Hot
Hot or Warm
Extra Clean Cycles
Regular Cycles
Normal Setting for small loads,
Heavy Settingfor all other loads
Normal Setting
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons
Heavy or oily soil
Averageor light soil
Normal
Normal
Hot
Warm
Extra Clean Cycles
Permanent Press Cycles
Normal Setting
Normal or Light Setting
Synthetics—Polyester,Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and WovenFabrics
Sturdy
Delicates
Normal
3entle
Warm
Warm
Permanent Press Cycles
Permanent Press Cycles
Normal Setting
Light Setting
Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk
and Wool
Sentle
Warm
Permanent Press Cycles
Light Setting
Rayonand Acetate
3entle
Warm
Permanent Press Cycles
Light Setting
Down-filledgarments, if machine washing
is recommended
3entle
Warm
Permanent Press Cycles
Normal Setting
bad
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Cottons and Linens
White/Colorfast
Bright/Non-colorfast
.m.
Baby Clothes—Sturdy,such as Diapers,
Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads, Sheets,
Receiving Blankets, Coveralls
Jormal
Hot
Regular Cycles
Normal or Light Soil Setti&”
depending on amount of soil
BabyClothes—Delicate
ientle
Warm
Permanent Press Cycles
Light Setting
Blankets—Wool,Part-Wool,
Cotton
min. soak then
1ormal
Warm
Regular Cycles
Light Soil Setting
Blankets—Synthetic, Electric
min. soak then
ormal
Warm
Regular Cycles
Light Soil Setting
Curtains-DO NOT MACHINE WASH
FIBERGLASS
entlc
+ot or Wdrm
Permanent Press Cycles
Normal Setting
Chenille Bedspreads, Robcs:~:}:
entlc
iot or Warm
?ermanent Press Cycles
Normal or Light Setting,
depending on amount of soil
Slipcovers, Draperies, Bath Mats and Rugs**
ormal
lot or Warm
?egular Cycles
Normal Setting
Denims (cspccially In<iigoBlue Jeans) and
other fibrics that b}ccd
ormal
;oIcIor Wdrm
legular Cycles
Normal Setting
Varm
‘ermanent Press Cycles
Normal Setting
‘ermancnt Press Cycles
Normal or Light Scttil~q
depending on ~molln[ L .
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Rubber-coated ?tcrns, Laminated Fabrics.
Vinyl, Plastics tind Articles with Plastic
Trim
Gentle
Pi1lows
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~Liquid chlorine type.
I Only non-chlorinebleach when needed.
If colorfast is unusuallysoiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommendedon
page 13.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Non colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
Use maximumdetergent recommendedin guide on page 13.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Non colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on page 13.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Non colorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in guide on
page 13.Small loads reduce wrirdding.
No bleach
Washonly if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Followinstructions carefully.
Seldomneeded. If needed, use only
non-chlorinebleach.
Nash in your washer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.
Nobleach
washfrequently to fluff up the downand retain the garment’s warmth. Washseparately, Wet
[owngives off an odor which maybe absorbed by other garments. Odor disappears when
;arment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and
;ranular detergent. Close zippers. Wash2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance,
3ARMENTMUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.
Vhiteor colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
‘OUmay prefer to use a mild-type detergent. Do baby clothes separately. Pretreat spots.
!inse diapers, nightgowns,pads and sheets after use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold
water and conditioning agent like Borateern brand.
~n]ynon-chlorine bleach when needed.
Youmay prefer to use a mild-type detergent. Do hand-knit garments by hand,
o bleach
Fill washer, add detergent, allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time.
Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
o bleach
On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from
damage. Do one blanket at a time, Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
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‘hitcor colorfast, ljquid chlorine type.
V~cuumout loose dirt before washing.
hitc or coloritist, Iiquid chlorine type.
hi[c or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Nash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at one time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt.
~ornew “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least 3 times in very small loads with fill water fill.
Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases, May discolor plastic washer
parts. Subsequent washings will reduce discolorations, but will probably never eliminate it.
~ The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads.
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Pillows arc made of diffirent materials-dacron, fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and
~ down, NlanypiIlows can be machine washed, but )nani~fi~ctlii-ers’
care labels rtll{st!]ejollowed
(.arc:/i~fl)!If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend to
I prevent escape of feathers or filling. Fill washer. add detergent and agitate for several minutes
~ to dissolve dctcr:cnt. Add t~vopillows at a time to balance loaci. Use a high water level.
.
Bleach Dispemer
the
Howtome
soak cycle
II
1~
@Use this dispenser with liquid
bleach only. If you prefer touse
powdered bleach, pour it into the
Filter-Flo pan or wash basket along
with your detergent. Do not put
powdered bleach into the bleach
dispenser.
QMeasure bleach carefilly. Here
are some recommended amounts:
LARGE WATERLEVEL—1%
cups (310ml) liquid
SMALL WATERLEVEL–213
cup (170ml) liquid
~ Pour measured amount of liquid
bleachdirectly intobleachdispenser.
~ Do not overfi!lor allow dispenser
to overflow. Avoidsplashing.
Undiluted bleach can cause fabric
damage.
~ Never pour undiluted liquid
bleach directly onto clothes or
into the Wash basket.
Extra Clean Cycles
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temperature will automaticallybe
cold,
@If a hot or warm soak is
desired, set the WASH/WNSE
TEMPERATURE switchto
“HoT/~OLD” or “WARM/COLD”
and turn the Cycle Selector knob to
“NOMAL” in the RegularCycles.
Start the washer. After washer fills
and begins to agitate, push in the
Cycle Selector knob and turn to
“Soak Cycle:’ Pull out the Cycle
Selectorknob to completethe cycle.
The Filter-Flo pan is the lint filter.
Positionthe Filter-Flo pan on the
agitatorafter loadingclothes into
the washer. Lint is easily seen and
removedafter the wash is finished.
NOTE: Do not usethe Filter-Flo pan
as a wash basket. Do not put any
items to be washed in the Filter-Flo
pan. Do not place detergent packets
in the Filter-F1opan.
* For an extended soak, allowthe
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)andallowto soak
for as longas desired.After
desiredsoakperiod,pulloutthe
CycleSelectorknobto complete
thecycle.
~ Unciernormal soilconditions,wash
in water above 80”F. (27°C.), This
~enedly meansusingtheWm Wash
@
temperaturesettingon your washer—
temperatures approximately 90° to
110°F. or hand comfortable, If you
notice that soil has accumulated after
severalcollsec~itivewashings,use Hot
Washoccasionally,if safe for fabrics.
o T1.~t~lWJZ~Sh
]ess often. Save
:~rtit;lzsoi’tl~etia~~-]e
type of fabric
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hfil’c:3.fu!i [Oad.
~ If you must wash smaller loads,
adjust the amount of water. Small
loads should havelower water levels.
~ Wash in off-peak utility hours.
Your local utility can tell yolJwhi~~.
(’
are the off-peak l~ours.
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tosorttheclothes
Separate
It paysto cheek and prepare
clothesfor washing.
Separa
~ Empty pockets,brush out cuffs,
zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks
and buttons.
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Check all items for areas of heavy
soil or stain.
Lint
Collectors
~ Removestains.For STAIN
REMOVALGUmE, SEE PAGE17.
from
LINT PRODUCERS—Such as
terry towelingand chenille—give
up lint.
W
r more information on lint
~trO#,see page 18.
A thorough soakingwith detergent
or special soakingagent is another
wayto removeheavy soils,
embedded dirt and even some
stains.
SeDarate
Separat;
*
Cottons &
Turn Poly Knits inside-outto
minimizefabric surfacedarnage.
Soakingand Pre-treating—
a good way to loosen deep soils
and shins.
LINT COLLEC~RS— such as
man-made fibers and napped
fabrics like velveteenand corduroy
—attractlint. These must be
washed separately.
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@Do any necessarymending—~ips,
hems, tears.
from
Soakingcan be either a completely
separatewashing step or a preliminary step to a complete wash cycle.
For detailed information on how
to soak in your washer, see page 8.
Linens
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~ Pre-treat heavy soil by rubbing in
a small amount of liquid detergent
or a pastemadeofwaterandpowdered
detergent or soap. For best results,
wait 1/2hour before washing.
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.Howtoload your washer
special recommendations
forwashing permanent press
if you do not have a dryer.
If you are machine-washing
Permanent Press clothesthat you
plan to line dry or drip-dry, use
extra care to minimizewrinkling
in the wash process:
~ Be careful not to overload
washer. PermanentPress clothes
must haveample room to move
freely. A Medium size Permanent
Press load is the largest that should
be washed.
@Use more water than you would
for a regular load. Use a Medium
WaterLevel for a Small Load; a
Large WaterLevel for a Medium
Load.
~ Removeclothespromptly as
soon as washer stops and hang
immediately.
@To minimize wrinkling, use the
Gentle Wash/SpinSpeed.
~ Load clothes dry.
QT:~kea 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.
This illustration, with clothesjust
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 apt to pack down which
encourages overloading. This size
load requires a full water fill.
Vvhat is tile best size load of
Clothes—largeymedium~ or
smai~? save time, energy and
detergent by avoidingextra 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
lo~id.If you must wash smaller
i02dS. S:lV~ Water, e~lergy and
deterzcnt by adjusting the water
]ev~~~o~the si~>of the ~oad.see
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%5~;.
To add
items
after
the washer has
sbrted.
~ Turn off the washer.
~ Carefully remove the Filter-Flo
pan.
@Addanyadditionalarticlesby
submergingnextto the agitator.
@Replace the Filter-Flo pan a~~d
restart the washer.
N~E: Do notuse the Filter-Flo
pan as a wash basket. Do not put
any items to be washed in the
Filter-Flo pan. Do not place
detergent packets in the Fiker-Flo
pan.
Advantages
Phosphate—
Perform wellin hard or SORwater
Are not avaflablein someareas.
PoYvdered
Dete~en@
Washall typesof fabricswell.
Can be used in hot, warm, or
cold water.
Non-Phosphate—
Powdered Dete~enk
Perform satisfactorilyin sofi
or moderatelyhard water.
Generally do not clean wellin
hard water.
In some areas only non-phosphate
productsare available.
May be difficultto dissolve,
especiallyin cold water.
Shouldnot be used in cold water.
Those containingsodium
carbonate as an ingredientmay
cause harmful limestonedeposits
on clothes and washer when
combined with hard water.
(See page 12.)
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LiquidDetergenk
Perform well in sofi water.
C)fferbetter performance in
hard water than powdered
non-phosphate types.
May not perform as well as
powderedphosphateproducts
when diluted in wash water.
Cleans synthetics and fabric
blends well.
Are excellentas concentrates
for removing spots.
Completely dissolve even in
cold water.
Perform well in soft water.
GeneralIy do not clean well in
medium-hard or hard water.
May combine with water
hardness minerals to form
sticl~ soap curd.
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Is your water hard? If it is, and
if you use a carbonate type non-phosphatedetergent, youwill
most probablynotice limestone*
depositson your clothes and
washer surfaces. ‘rhe hardness
of your water and your washing
frequencywill determinehow
rapidly the limestonewill build
up. If your water is VERY HARD
(11or moregrains)andif youwash
just a few loads a week, you may
see limestonebuildups in just a few
months.
Effwb on Clothes
Rwomended me&@ b
duu bane bufldup
Althoughlimestonebuildupoccurs
more rapidly on cotton, it will
eventuallyaffect various fabrics in
the followingways:
@Givesa stiff, harsh, rough feel to
fabrics such as toweling.
~ Causes colors to fade and become
dull and dingy.
@Causes graying of fabrics.
~ Leavesa white, powdery residue
on dark-colored items.
~ Causes spot-fadingof bright
colors as a result of direct contact
with detergent.
@Reduces wrinkle-resistance of
permanent press fabrics.
~ Destroyseffectivenessof flameretardant finishes on cottons such
as children’ssleepwear.
@Increases fabric wear because
of the scrubbing action between
limestone deposits on the fabrics
during washer agitation.
Efiwk on Wmher
@Unsightly buildup on all washer
surfaces exposed to the wash
solution.
@Mat-like,crusty formationscaused
by lint adhering to the sticky
limestone deposits.
QIncreased service calls because
of limestone deposits in the pump,
recirculation water hoses, illte~s
~nd other washer parts.
o Reduced usefill life of washe;.
@Use a powderedphosphate
detergentor a liquiddetergentif
these are availablein your area.
~ Install a home water sofiener.
This will significantlyreduce
limestonebuildup.
@Use a packaged non-precipitating
water softener, such as Calgon
brand with phosphate.
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The followingrecommendations
will temporarily delay the effects
of ~imestoneon your clothes.
These are generally good washing
practices and will give better soil
removalwhether or not you have
hard water or use carbonate
detergent.
~ Use hotter wash water, for
example up to 150°F.for cottons.
This also improves oily-soil
removal.
QIf you wash in cooler water to
save energy, use more detergent to
promote better washing. AISObe
sure to use bleach on bleachable
fabrics. Use hot water whenever
possible.
@Add detergent and allow washer
to fill and agitate for three or four
minutes to dissolve detergent
before adding clothes.
pacbg~
~ kcrease use of bleaches,presoaks,
water conditioners,prewash
soil and stain removersto help in
removingstubborn soils and stains.
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@Use greater care in sorting loads.
Wash very dirty loads separately
and increase detergentto help keep
dirt from redepositingon less
soiled items. Washdelicate items
separately to preventdamage from
heavy, sturdy clothes.
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~ Wash smaller loads to increase
cleaning action of washer.
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~ Use fabric softener to counteract
stiffness or harshness in clothes.
How to partial~y restore clothes =
Once clothes havedeveloped
“-:
deposits, they may be partially
restored by soaking in a solution
of two cups of vinegar in one gallon
of hot tap water for 15minutes.
USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER.
Then wash clothes in the washer=
using detergent.
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@Do not use vinegar soak
solution in washer. The acidic
action of the vinegar may
damage the porcelain.
@Vinegar soak solution may
reduce the wrin~e-resistance
of permanent press fabrics.
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QVinegar soak may damage
the dyes in some fabrics.
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@Increase amount of detergent.
See g~ide on opposite page for
recomrne~ldeddetergent amounts
in relation to water hardness.
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make sure yoi~rwash comes out
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If the recommendedamountof
detergentproducestoo many suds,
switchto a low sudsingdetergent
brand, and followinstructionson
package.
Amom$ r%hd
Vtim
accorQ to:
1. Waterhardness
2. Amount of soil
3. Size of load
4. Type of detergent
5. Washtemperature
How to use detergent—granular
or powdered:
For best results, add detergent
to the wash basketbefore loading
clothes. If you load your clothes
first, add detergentnextto the
agitator.
If your detergentdoesn’tdissolve
well, predissolvethe detergentin
hot water,then pour directly into
the wash basket.
usemom dete~entH
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1. Hard water
2. Large loads
3. Greasy or oily soils
4. Lower wash temperature
5. Low phosphate detergent
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1. Use recommended amount of
detergent for your load and water
hardness as shown in guide.
2. When usingotherdetergent
types-lowandnomalsuds,pwdem,
liquids,non-phosphatepowders—
followrecommendations
onpacbge.
3. For hard water treatment, see
page 14.
Beforeyou can decide what to do
abouthard water,you need to know
if you haveit and, if so, how hard
it is.
~ If you live in a municipalarea,
contactyour water company.
~ If you live in a rural area, or in
some suburban areas, contact your
county agent.
If your water is SOFT, you have
no problem. Youcan use soap or
detergentas you prefer and forget
all abouthard water.If you have
Hwater—lessthan 10grains—
and you use phosphatedetergent,
you also haveno problem.
But, if you have more than 10
grains, youwill need to sofienyour
water with either, . .
1. An installedwater sofienerin
your home, or
The answer will be “you have ‘so
manygrains’ per gallon” and
meansthis:
Oto3 grains per galIon-SOFT
4 to 10grains–HARD
11to 19grains–VERY HARD
20 grains and over—
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When using
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(60 ml)
1/2 cup
(120ml)
Zhcup
(160ml)
(240ml)
1cup plus i tablespoon for every 5 grains above
30 (240 ml plus 15ml for each extra 5 grains)
‘/3 cup
(80 ml)
2Acup
(160ml)
% cup
(180ml)
1 cup
(240 ml)
1%cups
(360 ml)
1%cups plus 1 tablespoonfor every 5 grains above
30 (300 ml plus 15ml for each extra 5 grains)
1 cup
product and type
BLEACH
Chlorine Liquid
such as Clorox brand
Howtouse i%
Dilute bleach with at least one quart
(0.96 liter) water and add after wash
action has started and detergent is
dissolved.
1) Do not pour undilutedliquidchlorine bleach directly into
washer or on dry clothes.
2) Some oftoday’s washable fabrics shouldnot be ctiorine
bleached such as: 100%cotton flame-retardant children’s
sleepwear, silk, wool, mohair, spandex, leather, or non-fast
colors. Dilute bleach before t~singon any fibric.
3) Check Manufacturers’Care Labels for special
instructions.
Followpackage directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent,
1) Maybe used on all kinds of fabrics.
2) 1smost effective in hot water.
Rinse additive such as
DownyBrand
Mix recommended amount with one
cup (240 ml)water and add at start of
rinse cycle.
WashAdditivesuch as
Rain Barrel brand
FollowPackagedirections.
Addduring wash cycle.
1) Helps make clothes flu~ and soft.
2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use carefully. Toomuch maycause stainingon
some clothes.
4) Do not pour directly on clothes.
5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle,
such as Rain Barrel brand, followmanufacturer’s
instructions exactly.
Non-chlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand
FmMc
somEmM
smITIzER
hlorine Bleach,
suchas Clorox brand
F
LJsein case of infection and
:ontagious disease.
~eeunder Bleach above.
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and
viruses.
WATERsomEmR
qon-precipitating
uch as Calgon brand
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.
‘precipitatingsuch as
3oraxbrand
FO11OW
package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.
;OAK AGENT’
;uchas Biz brand
Follow package directions.
‘WTMATING, STAIN
mMomm
uch as Spray ‘nW~sh
mdI<2Rbrands
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heavily soiled areas, Check garments’
care labels for instructions.
CAUTIC)N:Washer control panels and finishes maybe
damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain
remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the washer. Apply these pretreatment
products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment
products is not covered by your warranty.
‘OIIOW
package directions.
q~E: Tinted garillents may not be
‘olorfast. Wash separately.
Clean washer to avoiddiscoloration of next load. Go
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,
1/2cup (120ml) detergent, 1cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe
exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration
but may never eliminate it.
HowtoremoveStiim
1. T~toremove stiinsas soonas
possible. The fresher the stain, the
easier it is to remove.
2. Beforeattemptingto remove
any stain, tie th~e steps:
@Find tie fabric and the finish in
the chart on the next page, and use
only recommended methods.
~ Check the care label instructions
that came with the garment.
@Test stain removalproduct on a
hidden inside seam or on a sample
of the material.
@Avoiduseofhotwateron
unknownstain.It canset some
stains.
3. Followstainremovalwitha
thoroughrinsing.
4. Washwith recommended
amountof soapor detergent.
Stiill RemovalHint—
using Chior;ne
Blaeh for
miteand Bleachab]e Fabrics.
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) c~orine
bleach with one gallon (3,8liter) of
cool water—approximately80”F.
(~°C.)–in a sink or pan. Soak
stained area for 5 tinutes and
launder in washer.
The Cme of the “Invisible”
shin.
Foodor cookingoilson your
syntheticgarmentsmaycausestains
whicharevirtuallyinvisibleand
whichyoumaynotnoticeasyou
putyourclothesintothe washer.
If thesestainsarenotcompletely
removalin thewash,the oilyspots
maypickup dirt fromthewash
water.Thentheywillbecomevery
visibleandyoumaythinktheywere
causedbythewashcycleitself.
Once three s~~ become visible,
how can you remove them?
@Rubin undilutedliquiddetergent
andlet stand30 minutes.
@Re-washusinghottestwaterthe
fabriccan stand.
Howcan you prevent these
“After-You”wash”
shins?
@Increasethe amountof detergent
normallyused.
@Increasewatertemperaturewhere
fabricwillpermit.
~Washsyntheticgarmentsmore
ofien.
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shin Removal Guide.
white
and
seecontrol
Adhesives
Bleachable Fabrics
setting
Guide,Bleach on Rge
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other washable F’bties
Rubwith ice or immerse in very cold water. Usedull tool to
carefi!ly scrape oflas muchadhesive or gum as possible. Sponge
with a safe dry cleaning fluid,*then launder.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics,
Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
Apply undilutedliquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bl~ach
according to Stiin RemovalHint on oppositepage. If color has
changed, you maybe able to restore it by spongingwith
ammonia:w Rinse thoroughly.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except use non-chlorinebleach.
Blood
Soakin cold water, then launder in warm water.If stain remains,
bleach according to Stain RemovalHint on opposite page, launder.
Spongeor soak in cool water, then launder.
Chocolate, Cream,
Ice Cream and Milk
Soakin cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;
Apply undilutedliquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according
to Stain RemovalHint on oppositepage, launder and dry.
Soak in cold water. Spongewith a safe dry
cleaning fluid.*Apply u{diluted liquid detergent. Launder in warm water.
Coffee and Tea
Withoutcream: Bleach accordingto Stain RemovalHint on
oppositepage. Launder. With cream; Followchart directions for
cream.
Spongewith 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
ncake Make-up, Rouge
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid.*Apply undiluted liquid
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page.
Spongewith a safe dry cleaning fluid~
Then launder in warm detergent water.
(Chewing Gum, etc~
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Wine, Vegetables,or Food
Coloring
Soakstain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to Stain
RemovalHint on opposite page, launder.
Spongewith warm water. Bleach remaining
stain with non-chlorine bleach.
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch
4pply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots
vhilc they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.) If
:i[her type stain remains, bleach according to Stain Removal Hint
)nopposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)
Sponge with warm water. Apply uttdiluted
liquid dete~ent. Bleach remaining stain
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom be removed.
Scorch can seldom be removed.
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Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except launder using non-chlorine bleach.
ink, Ballpoint
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and
spongewith dry cleaning Iluidr or use spray cleaner. Apply
undilutedliquid detergent. Old stains; bleach according to Stain
Removal Hint on opposite page.
Pain[ and Varnish
;often with oil, lard or Vaseline, then sponge with turpentine or
)anana oil. Launder in warm water.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
\pply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water. If
olor has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with
mmonia or vinegar,**If any stain remains, treat with safe dry
leaning tluid:~or bleach according to Stain RemovalHint on
ppositc page, launder and dry,
~dunder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach
with non-chlorine bleach.
Lp~l~rUStrCmOVCr,’*’+:
l!singmanuf~cturcr.s dircctiolls, Rinse and
Iun(icr.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
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POSS~LE CAUSEAND~Em.DY
LINT OR MSIDUE
ON CLOTHES
~ Incorrect sortingofclothes.Separatelint-producers(such as terry towelsand chenille)
fromlint-receivers(suchas man-madefabrics, velveteen,corduroy).
@Washingtoo long,especiallyfor smallerloads. For normal soil, washoneminuteper
poundofdry clothes.
@Use of non-phosphatedetergentswhichcombinewith hardnessmineralsto forma
precipitatewhichcan be mistakenfor lint. Use a phosphateor liquiddetergent;use
warmer washwateror sofienwater with an installedmechanicalsofteneror a packaged
watersoftener.
@Powderyresidue from granulardetergentmay appear to be lint. Predissolvegranular
detergentin hot waterbeforeaddingto washer; make sure detergentis completely
dissolvedbeforeaddingclothes;switchto liquid or cold waterdetergentor use warmer
washwater. Seepage 13.
@Overloadingwill cause abrasionwhichcreates excessivelint. Washfeweritemswith
correct water level.
~Toomuch bleach. Use correct amountofbleach accordingto packagedirections.
@Not enough detergentto hold lint in suspensionduring washcycie.Increase amountof
detergent. Seepage 13.
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@hcorrect use of fabric softener.If usedin wash cycle, softenersmay react with
detergentto create a whitedeposit. Use sofienersin rinse cycleonly unlesspackage
specifiesadding to wash cycle.Seepage 15.
@PilJingusually on polyester-cottonblendsis caused by normal wear and may look like
lint. Turning clothesinside-outmay providesome help.
@Staticelectricity caused byoverdryingwill cause attraction. Use fabric sofienerin
rinse cycle.
GREASY OR OILY
STAINSON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS
~heseare sometimes called “InvisibleStains” because you may not notice them before
Mashingclothes. However,if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle,the
~i]yspots may pickup dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible. Tl~ey
dre~zutcaused by the washer. Washsyntheticgarments as soon as possible after wearing.
Use more detergent than normal and hottestwater fabric can stand. If spots appear, rub in
uridilutedliquid detergent, let stand 30 minutesand rewash with extradetergent using
hottest water fabric can stand.
@Insufficient detergent. Youmay need to increase amount of detergentused.if load is
larger than normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average,if water levelis large or if
}vateris Hard to Extremely Hard,
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~Washeroverloaded.Clothescannotmovefreelyto loosenandremovesoil,causing
correct l~adi~gp~ocdures for six of load.
graYappearance.FO~lOW
~Impropersoakingwithinsufficientdetergent.Usual]y a 30-rninutesoakis sufficient.
However,whenusing extendedsoaksfor heavilysoiledgarments you may need to use
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twice the recommended amountof detergent.
@Use of soap in hard water. Switchto a phosphatedetergent, or followsix steps at the
bottomof page 18.
e Washingtoo long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for
sm~er loads.
@Detergentdissolvestoo slowly.Detergentmust be present in the wash solutionat the
start of agitation. See page 13.
~ Torestore grayed clothes, followone of these procedures:
1. Put clothes in washer. Fill with H~ water. Check Manufacturers’Care Labels to
determine if hot water is suitablefor garment.
@Add a non-precipitatingtype of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate—
use 2 Yztimes as much as you need for normal water softening.
~ Do not use detergentor soap.
@Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.
@Repeat, if necessary.
2. If you prefer to use the Soak Setting, see page 8. Use the water softenerin place of
soak agent or prewash detergentand allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes.
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~Incom~iete removal of body soil due to cor~stantuse of insufficient detergent. Check
hem of ~-shirt or pillow case: If they are white and center is yellow,it contains body
)il. Restore whiteness followingprocedures on “Grayed ClothesJ’above.
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‘suchas C1orox2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Instructions. Restore
:olor using color remover (such as Rit or T’i.ntexbrands), followpackage directions.
~Iron or inanganese in water may cause overall yellowingor yellow spots.
1. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved.in -water
before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2. Iiave a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and
]ndnganesefrom water.
3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain wate~
h~ater occasionally.
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SHRINKAGE,
KNITS
WRINKLING IN
PERMANENT PRESS
AND “NO-IRON”
ITEMS
@Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabricsthat havebeen improperly stretched
and elongatedby the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment maybe pressed back
into shape after each wash and dry cycle,
@fiogressive or de~ayedshrinkageis caused when starch or sizing (ir~some fabrics)
is gradually removedby laundering. This may also be noticed in older garmentsthat
havebeen washed many times without previousshrinkage,Treat as for relaxation
shrinkageabove.
@Shrinkagecaused by overheatingoccurs in certainknit fabrics that have been heatshaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceedthe temperaturesused
, to shape set, shrinkagemay occur. This cannotbe corrected, but it can be preventedby
washing in cool or warm water; drying on Low or Delicateheat.
I ~ Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Removeand hang clothesimmediately.
~ Toomany clothesin dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combineloads.
~ Improper loads. Avoidlaundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work
clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses. Do not wash
Permanent Press items with regular laundry.
@Toomany clothes in washer. Permanent Press loads should alwaysbe smaller than
regular loads. . .no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely.
~ Incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Washcycle which providesa
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cooldown rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle.
@Incorrect water level. Use Large Water Level for Medium Load, Medium Level for
Small Load.
@Repeated washing in water which is too hot. Washin cold or warm water with plenty
of detergent.
~ Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents. If you must use a
non-phosphate detergent, avoidthe use of high-carbonate-built detergent.
~ Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use will minimize wrinkling.
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To remove wrinkles:
@Re-tumble on “Pernlanent Press” setting.
@Re-rinse and dry on “Permanent Press” setting.
@If unsuccessful, re-turnble on high heat for 10to 12minutes and hang immediately.
@Iron carefully.
@Send to dry cleaners for pressing.
!~ Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed.
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SNAGS, HoLEs,
‘l’EAI<S.RIPS OR
EXCESSIVE WEAR
@Pins on garments or sharp objects left in pockets. Check to make sure all such objects
are removed. Also check wash tub.
o snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers. Fasten hooks, zippers and
b~]ttor]s,Remove sharp buttons and belt buckles. This is especially important in
washing knits which snag easily. Turn knits inside out.
@EIoIeswith raI~domsquare shapes with yellow discoloration may be caused by
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!mproper use of ch]orine bleach. Use only correct amount of bleach, see ~~a~e15.
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SNAGS, HOLES,
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HEAVILYSOILED
AREAS such as
collars and cuffs
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND ~MEDY
@Small, unnoticedtears may enlarge during washingprocess, Check garmentsbefore
washingand mend all rips and tears.
@As Permanent Press garments age, they may showfrayingat collars and cuffs. This is
normal due to weakeningof fibers by the Permanent Press process. It is not caused by
washer. Youcan slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loadswith a
Large WaterLevel. Do not wash heavyitems such as towelswith Permanent Press
items. Removecollar stays,when possible.
@Roughnessor burrs on agitator may cause rips or tears. Check agitatorand file rough
spots if necessary.
@Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere. This is inevitableand is not caused
by washer.
@Toolarge loads, or too little water. Load washer only with number of items that will
movefreely. Select correct water level.
Pretreat with liquid detergent.
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WASHER WON’T
OPERATE
e 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. W~sherwill fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open.
~Check house fuses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical
~utlet, remove it. ~dsher should have separate outlet.
WATER
TEMPERATURE
ISINcoRREm
~h~akcsure temperature selector switches are correctly set, ~
@Make sure hot and cold faucets are turned on and
[+egulatedcorrectly,
~Make sure hOsesare connected to correct faucets. . .
lot tO hot, cold tO CO1d.
~Water valve screens may be stopped up. Remove inlet
loses from %“atcrvalve. Clean the screens and reinstall hoses.
~Ch~~ckhouseho]d water heater to make sure it is de~iveringwater at 140°to 150°F.
hiakc sure ilosc connections arc tight at faucets.
F,~iDIcc
SUP:cnd of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
POSS~LE CAUSEANDREMEDY
@Make sure washeris leveland firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and
frontjam nuts tight. Seethe InstallationInstructions.
~ A sharp, distinctivesound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor
stopsand the spin brake insidethe transmission “locks in:’ This sound is normal.
~ Heavilyunbalancedloads can cause the washer to vibrate excessivelyduring spin,
and may cause it to movefrom its original position. In extreme cases (usually occurs
when washinga single, heavy item or a small load when water level is set higher than
necessary), the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating a loud but harmless noise.
To correct, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close
the lid and restart.
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@Washernormally pauses between washing steps. . . such as between wash and spin or
between spin and rinse.
If you need morehelp . . .call, tollfree: GE Answer Center@/800.626.2000/consumer information service
careand cleaning
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USERMAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
When replacing the agitator,
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carefullv lower straight down onto
the shafi so that it fi~ into the slots.
Then apply downward pressure
until agitator snaps into its normal
position,
The tub. The porcelain is
self-cleaning. Leave lid open after
washing10allow moisture [0
et’czporate. Do not use harsh
or gritty cleansers.
The exterior. Wipe off any spills of
wtishingcompounds. Wipe or dust
with damp cloth, Try not to hit
surface with sharp objects.
Ask scrvicc technician to remove
water from drain pump and hoses
to prevent freezing.
Do not store the washer where it
will bc cxposeclto the weather.
Be sure water supply is shut off at
f~iucc[sarid drain ail wti((:rfrom
hoses if’weather will be 13clow
frcczing.
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ubr‘icate
\vith grease
or
pctroleufll
jelly.
The [email protected]
at regular intervals—about4 to 6
months-aild removeanylintthat
mayhaveaccumulated.No tools
are needed,simplygrasp agitator
withbothhandsandpull straight
up sharply.The slottedsectionat
thetop of the metalshaft has a light
coatingof lubricantto preventparts
from sticking together. If this area
appears to be dr~l,apply a light coat
of grease or peti”O[~Llm jelly around
the slotted section of the shaft
before rcplacii]g the agita[or. Do
ilol OVergrea
Se.
How to removelimestone
depositsfrom
cRogged
miter
Flo@pan
@Soak filter pan in a preheated
160‘F. (71‘C.) 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.
CAUTIONS:
~ Do not soak in porcelain
container. Vinegar can damage
porcelain.
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YOURGEAUTOMATIC
CLOTH= WASHER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchasedate such as your salesslip or canceiled check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
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FULLONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
For one yearfromdateoforiginal
purchase,we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor
in your home to repair or replace
anypati of the washerthatfails
because of a manufacturing
defect.
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LiMITED ADDITIONAL
FOUR-YEARWARRANTY
For the second through fifth year
from date of original purchase,
we will provide, free of charge,
replacement parts for any pati of
the transmissionthat 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. Youpay for the
shop reconditioning labor, the
service trip to your home and
service labor charges.
W~A~ IS Nm CQV~~~D
oServicetrips to your home to
teach you how to use the product.
Read your Use and Cam 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:
GE Answer Center@
800.626,2000
consumer information service
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This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
and Washington, D.C.In Alaska the
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.
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or ‘
by our authorized Customer Care@
servicers during normal working
hours.
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
GENERAL ELECTRICCOMPANY,
GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY
SERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRICHOTPOINT FACTORYSERVICE or
GENERAL ELECTRICCUSTOMER
CARE” SERVICE.
~ Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
@Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
@Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
WARRANTORIS NOTRESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
@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.
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Some ~f~i~~ do not aliow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential darnages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you, This warraniy gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To know what your legal rig!]ts are iil your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’sL\ttorney General.
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