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Owner5Manual
ImportantSafetyInformation
TheControlson YourWasher
OtherWasherFeatures
Careof Product
HelpfulInformation
SpecializedFabric Guide
Preparingto Wash
StainRemovalGuide
If SomethingGoesWrong
Before YouCall ForService
GEServiceNumbers
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GEAnswer Center@
800.626.2000
GEAppl;ances
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Before
using
your
washer
we believe in dependable service.
You’ll see it in thiseasy-to-use
manual and you’ll hear it in the
friendly voices of our customer
service department.
the laundry.That’s important,
because your newwasherwill be
part of your Edmilyfor a long time.
Staple your receipt to the inside back
cover of this manual.
Write down the modeland serial
numbershere.They are behind
the top edge of the control panel.
Find your model.Put a check mark
in the box identifyingyour model
in the section titled, “Operating
Instructions”.This will provide
easyaccessfor your operating
instructions.
&
Model number
Serial number
Dateof purchase
Helpus
helpyou
800.626.2000
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Readthis manual.It contains
instructionsto help you use and
maintainyour washerproperly.
If you do need service,you can
relax knowing help is only a phone
call away.A listof toll-freecustomer
servicenumbers is included on the
inside back cover. Or call the
GEAnswerCenterat800.626.2000,
24 hours a day,7 daysa week.
Savetime and money Check the
section titled “If Something Goes
Wrong” before calling. This section wasdesigned to solve common
problems you might encounter.
Paraobtenerla versionen
espafiolde estemanual,llarnea
GEAnswerCenter@,serviciode
informaci6n para el consurnidor,
tel~fono 800.626.2000.
Before you call for service,
there are a few thingsyou can
do to help us seineyou better.
A
WABMING;For your safetythe information id thismanualmustbe
followed to minimize the riskof fire or explosion or to preventproperty
damage, personal injuryor loss of ltie.
Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors
and liquids in thevicinityof
thisor anyother appliance.
Installationand servicemust
be performed by a qualified
installer,serviceagency or
the gas supplier.
IF YOUSMELLGAS
1 Do not tryto lightanyappliance.
2 Do not touch anyelectrical
switch;do not use anyphone
in your building.
3 Clear the room, buiiding or
areaof all occupants.
4 Immediatelycall your gas
supplier from a neighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions,
If you cannot reach your gas
supplier,call thefire department.
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A
WaterHeaterSafe~
Under certainconditions
hydrogen gas maybe produced
in a waterheater thathasnot been
used for twoweeksor more.
~ROGEN
GAS UN BE
E=LOSWE UNDERTHESE
CIRCUMSTANCES.
If the hot waterhas not been used
for twoweeksor more, prevent the
possibilityof damage or injury,by
turningon all hot waterfaucets
and allow them to run for several
minutesbefore using anyelectrical
appliance which is connected to
the hot wa~ersystem.This will
allowanyhydrogen gas to escape.
Since the gas isflammable, do
not smoke or use an open flame
or appliance during thisprocess.
3
To reducetie riskof fire, electricshock,or injuryto persons
whenusingyourapphmce, fo~ow basicprecautions,including
the foflotig
Wdons.
Use thisappliance only for its
intended purpose asdescribed
in thisOwner’s Manual.
●
Thiswashermustbe properly
installedand located in
accordance with the Installation
Instructionsbefore it is used.
If you did not receive an
InstallationInstructionssheet
withyour washer,you can obtain
one by calling, toll free, the GE
AnswerCenter”, 800.626.2000.
Properlyground to conform
withall governing codes and
ordinances. Follow detailsin
InstallationInstructions.
– Installor storewhereitwillnot be
exposed to temperaturesbelow
freezingor exposedto theweather.
– Connectto a properlyrated,protectedand sizedpowersupplycircuitto avoidelectricaloverload.
– Connect to adequate plumbing
and drain facilitiesasdescribed
in the InstallationInstructions.
●
Turn off waterfaucetswhen the
washeris not in use to relieve
pressureon hoses and valvesand
to minimize leakage if a hose or
valveshould break or rupture.
. Do not repair or replace any
part of the appliance or attempt
anyservicingunlessspecifically
recommended in thisOwner’s
Manualor in published userrepair instructionsthatyou
understandand have the skills
to carryout.
men disconnecting this
appliance pull by the plug rather
than the cord to avoid damage to
the cord orjunction of cord and
plug. Make sure thatthe cord
is located so thatit willnot be
stepped on, tripped over or
otherwisesubjected to damage
or stress.
Keep all laundryaids (such
asdetergents,bleaches, fabric
softeners,etc.) out of the reach
of children, preferablyin a
locked cabinet. Observe all
warningson container labels
to avoid personal injury.
Do not tamperwith the controls.
Keep the areaaround and
underneathyour appliances
free from the accumulation of
combustible materials,such as
lint, paper, rags,chemicals, etc.
. Keep the floor around your
appliancesclean and dry to
reduce the possibilityof slipping.
. Neverreach into washerwhile
it is moving. Before loading,
unloading or adding clothes,
push in the Cycle Selector knob
and waituntil the machine has
completely stopped before opening the lid.
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Close supervisionis necessaq
if thisappliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow
children to play inside, on or
with thisappliance or any
discarded appliance. Dispose
of discarded appliances and
shipping/packing materials
properly. Before discarding
a washer,or removing from
service,remove the washerlid.
Do not leavewasherlid up
during cycle. This will stop
the washand spin action and
preventcompletion of the cycle.
Do not washor dry articlesthat
have been cleaned in, washed
in, soaked in, or spotted with
combustible or explosive
substances(such aswax, oil,
paint, gasoline, degreasers,
dry-cleaningsolvents,kerosene,
etc.) which mayignite or
explode. Do not add these
substancesto the washwater.
Do not use these substances
around your washerand/or
dryerduring operation.
SAVET=SE INSTRUCTIONS
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The laundryprocess can reduce
the flame retardancyof fabrics.
To avoid such a result,the
garment manufacturer’scare
instructionsshould be followed
verycarefully.
●
Do not mix chlorine bleach with
ammonia or acids such asvinegar
and/or rustremover. Mixing can
produce a toxic gaswhich may
cause death.
. Neverclimb on or standon the
washertop.
. Do not washfiberglassarticlesin
your washer.Skinirritationcould
resultfrom the remainingparticles thatmaybe picked up by
clothing during subsequent
washeruse.
●
NOTE: Turning the Cycle
Selector knob to an off position
does NOT disconnect the
appliance from the power supply.
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●
To minimize the possibility
of electric shock, unplug
thisappliance from the
power supplybefore attempting
anymaintenance or cleaning.
Do not operate thisappliance
if it is damaged, malfunctioning,
partiallydisassembled,or has
missingor brokenparts,including
a damaged cord or plug.
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Model WJSR~O
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The
controls
onyour
washer
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A
Model WJXR20W
Load S;ze
Byselectingload size,you aresettingthe
waterlevel.For the bestresults,selecta size
appropriatefor the load you arewashing.
A
Wash/Spin Speed
This refersto the speed of the agitatorduring
the washand the basketduring spin.
With the Normalwashspeed the agitatormoves
faster.Use for cottons, denims and playclothes.
With the Gentlewashspeed the agitatormoves
slower.Use for delicateand knititems.
The Fastspin speed isfor durable items.
The Slowspin speed isfor delicate items
like sweatersand lingerie.Clotheswillbe
lessdry thanwhen using a fastspin speed.
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Cycle Descriptions
COTTONSREGUMR
Forheafiyto fighdy
sotiedcottons,linens,
workandplayclothes.
PERMANENTPRESS
Forsynthetics,
blends
and/ordelicatefabrics
withnormalsofl.
KNITS
DELICATES
Specitiydesignedfor
normtiysofiedknits.
Forhgerie md specidcarefabricswithfightto
normalSON.
AUTOSOAK
Forheatiysofledclothes.
Beginswithabriefagitation,soaksforaspecified
periodof time,thenmow
throu~ therestof the
cycleautomatic~y.
Model WWSR3090n
SOAK
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Model WR4100
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SelectingCycle/StafiingWasher
Wash/Rinse Temp
Use thischartasa generalguide.
I
Forheati~sofiedcloties
hat needtobesoaked
beforewashing.
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Washflinse TemperatureGuide
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Pushin the Cycle knob to select the desired
cycle. See the above Cycle Descriptions.
Add detergent.
. Pull out the Cycle knob to startwasher.
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Add clothes and close lid.
*Warm water is approximately WOE to llOOE {hand comfofiable)
Seenext pagefor otherwasherfeatures
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Otherwasherfeaturesyour modelmayhave
OFF
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a
men you use extradetergent
or bleach to clean heavilysoiled
clothes, you maywantto use the
ExtraRinse option. This option
provides a second deep cold rinse
in the Cottons Regular cycle. Turn
the ExtraRinse knob to SET.
The washerwill pause for a few
minutesbefore the ExtraRinse
option begins.
This dispenserdilutesliquid
chlorine bleach before it reaches
your washload. To use, follow
these steps:
If you prefer to use powdered
bleach, pour it into thewash
basketwithyour detergent.
1 Check clothing care labelsfor
specialinstructions.
2 Measureliquid bleach carefully,
following instructionson bottle.
Pour liquid bleach into bleach
dispenser
3 Before startingthe washer,
pour measuredamount of
bleach directlyinto bleach
dispenser.Avoid splashing
or over-fillingdispenser.
Thiscap fitsinto the top of the agitator.Ifit accidentallycomes off, simplyput itback on.
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NOTE:
● Neverpour undilutedliquid chlorin~
bleach directly onto c/othesor into
the wash basket.
●
Donot pour powdered bleach or
non-chlorinebleach into bleach
dispense~
D
This dispenserautomaticallyreleas- NOTE:
es liquid fabric softeneratthe prop- ● Donot stop the washer during
er time during the cycle. To use,
the first spin. This will cause
follow thesesteps:
the dispenserto emptytoo soon.
1 Makesuredispenseris securely
attachedto agitator.
2 Pour liquid fabric softener
into dispenser,usingamount recommended on package.
3 Add waterto dispenseruntilit
reachesthe m=imum fill line.
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Donot use the FabricSoftener
Dispenserwith the Auto Soak.
Neverpour fabric sofierier directly
on clothes.It will leavespots on
clothes.
Onlyuse dispenserfor liquid fabric
softeners.If dispensergets clogged,
see Cleaningsection below.
Pour liquid fabric softener
and water into fabric softener
dispenser
Do not pour an~hing into the
agitator if the top is removed
Remove the dispenserfrom the
top of the agitator.
2 Separatethe dispensercup from
thecover bygraspingthe top and
pushingdown on the insideof the
cup withyour fingers.Dispenser
cup willpop free from thecover.
3 To clean dispenser,soakboti the
dispensercup and the dispenser
cover in thefollowing solution:
jeparate for cleaning
1 gallon (3.8liters) warm water
1/4cup (60ml) heavy duty liquid
detergent
1 cup (240 ml) bleach
4 If necessary,loosen build-upwith
a clean, soft cloth aftersoaking.
Do not use a stiffbrush;you may
roughen the surfaceof the dispenser.
5 Rinse and reassembledispenser.
Place dispenserback on the
agitator.
Preparingto Wash
Emptypockets, unroll cuffs, shake
out loose dirt, zip zippers,fasten
snaps,hooks and buttons.
Turn poly knitsinside-outto
reduce pilling.
Treat/remove stains.See Stain
Removal Guide.
Use a net laundrybag for
delicate items.
Do anynecessarymending,
Alwaysfollow FabricManufacturer’s
Care Labelwhen laundering.
Sort by color
(Separatecolorfast from
non-colorfast fabrics*)
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mites
. Lights
●
Permanentpresscottons and
blends
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Syntheticand poly knits
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Delicates
Alwaysadd detergent~
t~before
adding clothes
so thatthe detergentcan work
effectively.
Using the correct amount of
detergentis one of the most
importantthingsyou can do to
make sureyour washcomes out
clean. Alwaysfollow the detergent
package directions.
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Darks
Separateby fabric type
● Cottons and linens
●
Separatelint producersfrom
lint collectors
. Lint producers: ter~ cloth and
chenille
Lint collectors: velveteenand
corduroy
Sort by soi/
. Light
. Medium
Heavy
*~ron-colwfastfatics
●
may bked wfade. .T~t @
indiz]idualco[or.
Using too littledetergentis
a common cause of laundry
problems. Use more detergentif
you havehardwater,largeloads,
greasy or oily soilsor lowerwater
temperature.
D
Load dryitemsloosely,spacingeven- To add itemsafterwasherhas
lyaroundagitator,and close tie lid. started,push in Cycle knob and
A typicalwashload: two twinsheets, submergeadditional itemsnext to
the agitator.Close the lid and pull
twopillow cases,three smallbath
towels,threewashcloths,twot-shirts, cycle knob out to restart.
and twolong sleeveshirts.
Place large itemsin bottom, small
itemsin the middle and medium
itemson top.
When loading wet itemsmake
sureyou setthe load/water level
high enough to allowthe itemsto
move freely.
Washbulkyitemslike blankets
separately.
To reduce wrinkling,give
permanentpressitems,synthetics
and poly knitsroom to move freely
in thewasher.
NOTE:
● Donot wrap large items like sheets
aroundthe agitatoz
●
Donot wash fabrics containing
flammablematerials (waxes,cleaning fluids, etc.)in your washe~
Care& Cleaning
Leavethe lid open afterwashing
to allowmoistureto evaporate.The
washbasketis practicallycare free.
Lint Filter—Thelintfilteris located
under the agitator.It is selfcleaning
and requiresno maintenance.
If you wantto clean the basketuse
a clean soft cloth dampened with
liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do
not use harshor grittycleaners.)
To rinse:
Exterior—Immediately
wipe off any
spills.Wipe withdamp cloth. Try
not to hitsurfacewithsharpobjects.
f Choose the largestload size.
2 Turn the Cycle knob to any
rinsesetting.
3 Startwasher.
Fi// Noses—Hosesconnectingwasher to faucet should be replaced
everyfiveyears.
MovingandStorage—Asktheservice
technicianto removewaterfrom
drainpump and hoses.Do not store
thewasherwhereitwillbe exposed
to theweather.Call the GEAnswer
Center800.626.2000for information on how to keep the tub stationarywhen moving thewasher.
LongVacations—Besurewater
supplyis shutoff atfaucets.Drain
allwaterfrom hosesif weatherwill
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be below freezing.
Dow-FWed G~enti
Alwayswashdown-filledgarmentsseparatelyfrom other types
of garments.Wet down givesoff an odor thatwilldisappearwhen
the down is dried. Washdown itemsfrequentlyto fluff up the
down and to retaindown’s warmth.When washingmake sure
the load is balanced. Add towelsif necessary.Alwaystumble-dry
down garments.
Pwow
Pillowsare made from a varietyof materials.Washonly if
recommended on the pillow Manufacturer’sCareLabel. Before
washingcheck pillowsfor weakseamsor holes, and mend. Let
the washerfill withwaterand add detergent.Let the washer
agitatefor severalminutesand then add pillowsin pairs.This
willkeep the load balanced. Use the largestload/water level
available.
BIAets
Let the washerfill withwater,add detergent, allowdetergentto
dissolve,then add blanket.Washonly one blanketata time.
mwtic Bltiem
Sewa strongpiece of cloth over the plug to protect the
blanketand washerfrom damage.Washaccording to pillow
instructionsabove.
Pemment Pres aotics
hat me he
Htied
Selecta largerload/water level thannormal. Thiswillprovide
more waterto help reduce wrinklingand to allowclothes enough
room to move around. Remove clothes assoon as thewashcycle is
complete and hang them up immediately.
*Always follow FabricManufacturer CareLabel when laundering.
Otherwiseuse the informationaboveas a generalguide.
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StainRemovalhide
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Check FabricCare label.
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Remove stainsassoon as
possible.The fresherthe stain,
the easierit is to remove.
●
A thorough soakingwithdetergent
or a specialsoakingagentis an
effectivewayto remove heavy
soilsor stains.
●
Try one of these methods,
●
Use the soakcycle. If your model
does not havea soakcycle you can
stillsoakby allowingthewasherto
fill and agitatefor a fewminutesto
help loosen soils.Then pushin the
Cycleknob to stopthewasher
(keep lid closed) and allowto soak
for aslong asdesired.After
desiredsoakperiod, pull out the
Cycleknob to complete thecycle.
●
To make sure a stainremoval
product is stie for your fabric test
it on a hidden inside seam.
Avoid use of hot wateron
unknownstains.It can set
some stains,
Pretreatheavysoil by rubbing
in a smallamount of liquid
detergentor a pastemade of
waterand powdered detergent
or soap. For best results,wait
1/2 hour before washing.
To remove stainson whiteor
bleachable fabrics, trysoakingthe
stainedareain a containerfor five
minutesin the following solution
and then launder in thewasher:
1gallon (3.8liters) cool water
1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach
To remove stainson whiteor bleachable fabrics, trysoakingthe stained
areain a containerfor five minutesin the following solution and then
launder in the washer:
1gallon (3.8liters) cool water
1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach
Turn pagefor spect~cstain removal
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RemovingSpect>cStains
Foods on syntheticclothes may
causestainswhich arevirtually
invisiblewhenyou put the clothes
in thewasher.If thesestainsare not
completely removed in thewash,
theymaypick up dirtfrom other
clothes in thewasherand appear
afterthe clothes are dried.
WhenTheyBecomeVisible:
● Rub the stainwithundiluted
liquid detergent.
●
●
Let stand30 minutes.
Rewashusing the hottestwater
thatis safefor the fabric.
PreventingTheseStains:
● Increasethe amount of
detergentused.
●
Increasewatertemperature.
e Washsyntheticsoften.
Stain
WhiteandBleachableFabrics
OtherWashableFabrics
Rubwithiceor immerseinverycoldwater.
Sameaswhiteandbleachable
fabrics.
Usedull toolto careful~ smapeoff as much
adhesiveor~m w possibti. Rubthestainwith
undilutedliquiddetergent.Rinsewell,
thenwashas-usual. -
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Applyundilutedliquiddetergent.Rinse.
Ifstainremains,usetheBleachSolution;
Sameaswhiteandbleachable
fabricsexceptusenon-chlorine
bleach.
Soakin coldwater,thenlaunderinwarm
water.Ifstainremains,usetheBleach
Solution;launder.
Spongeor soakincool water,
thenlaunder.
Soakin coldwater.UsetheBleach
Solution;launder.
Sameaswhiteandbleachable
fabricsexceptusenon-chlorine
bleach.
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Stain
WhiteandBleachableFabrics
OtherWashableFabrics
Withoutcream:UsetheBleachSolution;
launder.
Sponge withwarmwater.If
s;ain;emains, applywarm
Withcream:Soakincoldwater,thenuse
theBleachSolution;launder.
glycerine(availableatdrug
stores),letstand30minutes
andrinsewell.Washasusual.
Use the BleachSolution; launder.
Rub the stainwithundiluted
liquid detergent.Rinsewell,
thenwashasusual.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent;launder.
(Treatmildewspotswhile theyare fresh,
before mold hasa chance to weakenfabric.)
If either typestainremains,use the Bleach
Solution; launder. (Severescorch stainscan
seldom be removed.)
Sponge withwarmwater.Apply
undiluted liquid detergent;
launder. Bleachwith
non-chlorine bleach; launder.
Old mildewcannotbe removed.
Scorch can seldom be removed.
Freshstains:Place stainface down on an
absorbenttoweland use a spraycleaner or
sponge withdrycleaningfluid, rinsewell,
thenwashasusual.Old stains:use the
BleachSolution; launder.
Sameaswhiteand bleachable
fabricsexcept launder using
non-chlorine bleach.
Soakstainin cool water.If stainremains,
use the BleachSolution; launder.
Sponge withwarmwater.
Bleachremainingstainwith
non-chlorine bleach.
Apply undiluted liquid detergentand launder
in-warmwater.If c;lor haschanged you may
be able to restoreit by treatingwithammonia
or vinegar.
Launder in warmwater.Rinse
well.Bleachwithnon-chlorine
bleach.
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Do notmixchlorinebleachwithammoniaor acidssuchas
vinegarand/orrustremover.Mixingcanproducea toxicgas
whichmaycausedeath.
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Problem
PossibleCauses
Whatto Do
Washerisunplugged
●
Watersupplyisturnedoff
c Turn both hot and cold faucetsfullyon.
Controkarenotsetproperly
●
fid isopen
●
Cirait breAer/fuseis
tripped/blown
Contiolisnotsetproperly
Watersupplyis-ed
off
orimprop;;lycomected
Watertiw screensare
stoppedup
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Check controls and make sureCycle knob
ispulled out to ON position.
Close lid andpullCycleknobto ON
position.
Check house circuitbreakers/fuses.Replace
fusesor resetbreaker.Washershould have
separateoutlet.
QCheckwatertemperaturecontrol and adjust.
●
●
Turn both hot and cold faucetsfullyon and
make surehoses are connected to c’orrect
faucets.
Turn off thewatersource and remove the
wdterconnection hosesfrom theupper back
of the washer.Use a brush or toothpick to
cleanthe screensin the machine.Reconnect
the hoses and turn the waterback on.
Housewaterheaterisnotset
properly
. Makesurehouse waterheaterisdelivering
waterat 120°F.-1500F.(45°C.-650C.).
DrainhoseisMed or
improperly
comected
. Straightendrain hose and makesure
washerisnot sittingon it.
●
FWhosesordrainhoseis
improperly
connected
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Makesure cord is plugged securelyinto a
workingoutlet,
Household
drti may
beclogged
●
Top of drain outlet should be lessthan8 ft.
above floor.
Makesurehoseconnectionsaretightatfauce
and makesure end of drain hose is correctl,
insertedin and secured to drainfacility.
. Checkhouseholdplumbing.You mayneed
to calla plumber.
Problem
Whatto Do
PossibleCauses
Constant
waterpressuretothe
ffi hosesatthewatersource
●
●
Tightenhosesatthefaucetsandturnthewater
offaftereach use.
Checkconditionof thefillhoses;theymay
needreplacement
after5years.
Washerisuneven
. Makesurewasheris leveland firm
to the floor.
Washerloadisunbahmced
●
Pushthe Cycle knob in to stop the
washer,open the lid and redistribute
the load ~venly.Close the lid and restart.
Thewashernorm~y pauses
between
washing
steps
hcorrectvcle
selected ‘
●
Makesurethe~cle selectedmatchesthe
load you arewashing.
Thisisnormalforsomefabtics
●
Separatelint producers from
lintcollectors.
Washingtoolong
. Washsmallloads for a shortertime than
largerloads.
Detergent
notdissoltig
. For bestperformancealwaysadd detergent
and startwasherbefore adding clothes.If
you use powdered detergent,predissolve
detergentin hotwaterbeforeaddingtowasher.
. Try a liquid detergent.
●
Usewarmerwatertemperature.
@rloading
. MakesureLoad Sizeselectormatches
load size.
Toomuchbleach
. Check bleach packagefor correct amount.
Notenoughdetergent
●
Try usingmore detergent.
Incorrect
useof fabricsoftener . Check fabric softenerpackagefor
instructions(see FabricSoftener
DispenserSection).
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Problem
PossibleCauses
Whatto Do
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&rloading orincorrect
waterlewl
Incorrect
washanddrycycles
Repeatedwashing
inwater
thatistoohot
Pins,snaps,hooks,sharp
buttons,beltbucMes,
zippers,md sharpobjects
Trya fabric softener (like Downybrand).
●
Load your washerso clothes have enough
roomto movefreely.
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Smd tearsorholes
presentbeforewash
~emic~ We hairbleach,
hairdye,permanent
wave
solutionandtofletbowlcleaners
Permanent
pressitems
naturdyfray(especidy
CO~=
md cuffs)
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●
●
MatchCycle selection to the typeof fabric
you arewashing(especiallyfor permanent
pressloads).
Washin warmor cold waterwithplenty
of detergent.
Fastensnaps,hooks, buttons,and zippers.
Remove loose itemslike pins, objects in
pocketsand sharpbuttons.
Turnknits(whichsnageasily)insideout.
Check bleach packageinstructionsfor
proper amount.
Neveradd undiluted bleach to washor
allowclothes to come in contactwith
undiluted bleach.
Repair tearsand holes before washing.
Rinse itemsthatmayhave chemicals
on them before washing.
While thisis not causedby the washer,
youcanslowthe frayingprocessby
washingsmallpermanentpressloadswith
higherwatersetting.
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Separatepermanentpressfrom
other laundry.
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UnMutedchlorinebleach
Avoid mixing heavyitems (likework
clothes) with-lightitems (like blouses).
Avoid washingheavyitems (like towels)
withpermanentpressitems.
Problem
PossibleCauses
SomefabricsW natur~y
inthe wash
Whatto Do
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sti
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Notenoughdetergent
(largerloads,heavysofi,
and-hard
watermight
requiremoredetergent
)
Waterisnothotenough
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Hot waterismore likelyto cause shrinkage
than cold water.
Followdirectionson care label,
Try usingmore detergent (especiallywith
largerloads).
If you livein a hardwaterareatryusing
a waterconditioner like Calqon brand or
installa watersoftener.
Makesurewaterheateris deliveringwdter
at 120°F.-1500F.(45°C. -65°C.).
Do not use thewasherwhen hot wateris
used for other needs (dishes,baths,etc.).
Washerisoverloaded
●
So& timeistooshort
* Soakatleast30 minutes.
So*g
●
withtoofitiedetergent
Detergent
k notdissolving
To restoreGrayedClothes,
~ oneof thefo~owing
Makesure Load SizeSelectormatches
load size.
Use more detergent (especiallywith
heavysoil).
c Add detergentaswashbasketfillswith
waterbefore you load clothes.
●
●
Putclothes through awash cycle usinghot
water.(Check the garment’smanufacturing
care label to see if hot watercan be used.)
Add a non-precipitatingwatersoftener,such
asCalgon brand. Use 2 W timesmore than
isrecommended for normalwatersoftening.
Do not use detergentor soap.Allow clothes
to go through a complete cycle. Repeat if
necessary.
Soakyour clothes usinga watersoftener
insteadof a soakingagent.Allow clothes
to soakfor about 20 minutes.
19
Prob/cm
PossibleCauses
Notenoughdetergent
ona consistent
basis
CMofie bleachmayyeflow
somefabtics
Ironormanganese
inwatermay
causeyeflotig orye~owspots
Whatto Do
. Alwaysuse measureddetergent.
●
●
Use non-chlorine bleach,
Use extradetergentplusa
watersoftenerdissolved
non-precipitating
in waterand non-chlorine bleach.
●
Run hot waterfor 2 minutesto help the
pipes clean out iron buildup.
●
Drainyour house waterheateroccasionally.
●
To removespotsspreadstainareaovera
pan
.
of boiling waterand squeeze lemonjuice
through the stain.
L
Incorrect
useof fabticsoftener
●
.
Check fabric softenerpackage
for instructions(seeF~bric{oftener
Dispensersection).
●
TWe of detergent
●
Verysoftwater
●
Resdtof normalwearon
poly<ottonblends
20
●
To remove spotsdampen the spots
and rub withundiluted liquid detergent.
Rewash,using chlorine bleach if it issafe
for the fabric.
Switchto a lowersudsingdetergentbrand
andfollowinstructions
~npackage.
Trylessdetergent.
mile thisisnot causedby the washer,
you can slowthe pilling p~ocessbywashing
poly<otton blends inside out.
Notes
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