GE HTW200ASK_WW Technical Service Manual page 18

Wash Cycles - Cycle Selector Knob
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The wash cycle controls the type of washing process. The cycle selector knob can be turned in either direction. Turning
the knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to the new selection. Press Start to
begin the new cycle selection.
The chart below will help match the items to be washed with the best wash cycle settings. For optimal performance,
select the cycle that most closely matches the items being washed.
Selections and options shown in bold are the recommended settings for that cycle.
Some cycles and options may not be available on some models.
Items to Wash Cycle
Cycle for normal, Colors
regular, or typical
use for washing
up to a full load
of normally soiled
cotton clothing.
Dark colored Dark
items, linens, and Colors
mixed loads.
Casual clothes, Casuals
lightly soiled
Lingerie and Delicates Hot
special care
fabrics with light
soil.
Dark colored Cold
fabrics and mixed Wash
loads.
Medium to lightly Active
soiled athletic Wear
wear items of
technical or
synthetic fabrics.
Operating Instructions
Wash Spin
Soil Level
Temp Selection
Hot Ex. Heavy Max/
Warm Heavy Extra
Colors Normal
Cool Light Normal
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy Max/
Warm Heavy Extra
Colors Normal
Cool Light Normal
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy Max/
Warm Heavy Extra
Colors Normal
Cool Light Normal
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Ex. Heavy Max/
Warm Heavy Extra
Colors Normal
Cool Light Normal
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy Max/
Warm Heavy Extra
Colors Normal
Cool Light Normal
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy Max/
Warm Heavy Extra
Colors Normal
Cool Light Normal
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Options Available
Cycle for normal, regular, or typical
Stain PreTreat Guide
use for washing up to a full load of
Deep Fill
normally soiled cotton clothing. Choose
Auto Soak
the Heavy or Extra Heavy soil level
Deep Rinse
selection and Warm or Hot water
2nd Rinse
temperature selection as appropriate
for the clothes load for a higher degree
of cleaning. Incorporates multi-stage
optimal fabric care.
Stain PreTreat Guide Lower wash temperatures, a shorter
Deep Fill
Auto Soak (on some models) minimizes fading
Deep Rinse and spotting of dark colored fabrics.
2nd Rinse
periods to provide optimal fabric care.
Stain PreTreat Guide Wash period tailored to care for
Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse periods to provide optimal fabric care.
2nd Rinse
Stain PreTreat Guide Utilizes a unique "tri-pulse" extra gentle
Deep Fill
Auto Soak to delicate fabrics. It is recommended
Deep Rinse to place small or ultra-delicate items in
2nd Rinse mesh bags before washing.
Deep Fill Cycle combines multiple extended
Auto Soak wash agitation periods with soak
Deep Rinse periods to provide enhanced cleaning
2nd Rinse
with colder water temperatures.
Stain PreTreat Guide Cycle designed for care of medium to
Deep Fill lightly soiled active wear, athletic wear,
Auto Soak and technical fabrics. Incorporates a
Deep Rinse multi-stage wash period with soak to
2nd Rinse
Use the Heavy Duty cycle for heavily
soiled sports clothing constructed of
sturdy fabric.
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Cycle Details
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