Page 1: Table Of Contents
Detergents, Other Additives Energy-Saving Tips Fabric Softener Dispenser Filter=Flo@Pan Hard Water Limestone Deposits Loading Mini-Basket~ Tub Mini-Quick Cycle Model and Serial Numbers Operating the Washer Pre-Treating Problem Solver Repair Service Model WWA8350G GEAppGances ..-” Wmher Safety Instructions Soak Setting Sorting Clothes...
Page 2: Appliance Registration
Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your washer. To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer Cente# 800.626.2000 consumer information service. Para obtener la versi6n en espaiiol de este manual, name a...
Page 3: Safety Instructions
Installation Instructions. . ~rn off ~ter ~uce~ when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves, and to minimim leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture.
Page 4: Loading
Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispensers. For information on bleaches and fabric softeners, see page 17. c 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.
Page 5 START Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer. If you wish to change setting after washer has started, push Cycle Selector Knob into stop the washer and reset to the new position. Setting can be changed at any time.
Page 6 Jeans) and other fabrics that bled Rubber-coated Items, Laminated Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim Pillows *Use Cold Rinse to save energy. -heck size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bdspreads maybe too large for auto~tic home-si= washer. —. W*/Spin Wash Water Speed Temperature* Normal/Normal...
Page 7 Fill washer, add detergent, allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent. 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.
Page 8: Bleach Dispenser
Normal Spin. Use your Mini-BasketTM tub for very small loads. It uses less water than the small water level in the big tub on this washer. Youwill also save on detergent and energy. How to use the Bleach Dispenser...
Page 9: Fabric Softener Dispenser
“SOAK:’ Pull out the Cycle Selector Knob to complete the cycle. For an extended soak, allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector Knob to stop the washer (keep lid closed) and allow to soak for as long as desired.
Page 10: Mini-Basket Tub
1. Follow all the steps above and at — left except for cycle selection. START Miri - Quiik cycle 2. Push the Cycle Selector knob in and turn it clockwise to the MINI- QUICK cycle. 3. Pull the Cycle Selector knob out to start the washer.
Page 11 Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or a prelim- inary step to a complete wash cycle. For detailed information on how to soak in your washer, see page 9. FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS, SEE PAGE 17.
Page 12 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...
Page 13: Detergents, Other Additives
Should not be used in cold water. Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water. (See page 14.) May not perform as well as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wash water.
Page 14: Limestone Deposits
15minutes. USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent. CA~ONS: Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer. The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain.
Page 15 How much dete~ent should you use? The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean. Amount required varies according to: Water hardness Amount of soil Size of load ~pe of detergent Wash temperature...
Page 16: Hard Water
Hard water-do you have it? 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. If you live in a municipal area, contact your water company. If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas, contact your county agent.
Page 17: Pre-Treating 7, H
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.
Page 18: Stains
If these stains are not completely removed in the wash, the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.
Page 19: Stain Removal Guide
(usually printed on label). Use extreme caution with flammable compounds. Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer. *DO not fix Chlorlne bleach with ~onla Save and refer to garment manufacturers’...
Page 20: Problem Solver
The spots will then be very visible. They LAUNDERED are not caused by the washer. Wmh synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing. GARMENTS 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.
Page 21 See page 15. To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures: 1. Put clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check Manufacturers’ Care Labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment. Add anon-precipitating type of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate—...
Page 22 To remove overall yellow, use a commercially available rustscale remover,following packageinstructions.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;...
Page 23 Leaving cbthes in dryer after tumbling st&s. Remove and hang clothes immediately. ~ ~~.”~ OI@Oneair Improperloads. Amid lau~deri~ heavy Pt&mmentPress items, such as work Tm my c]othes in washer.Pe~~&t ~co~ and dry cyclm. U= W-ent Incorrectwaterlevel. Use ExtraLargeWaterLevel for Medium Load, Medium ‘...
Page 24 Permanent Press process. It is not caused by OR EXCESSIVE washer. Youcan slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a WEAR Large Water Level. Do not wash heavy items such as Remove collar stays, when possible.
Page 25 To correct,open the lid and redistributethe Ioadeverdyaboutthe wash basket. Close thelidandrestart. Wmhernom~Y ~uWs betw~n WASHERPAUSES IN CYCLE between spin and rinse. If you need more help.. call, toll free: GE Answer Cente@ 800.626.2000 consumer information service ho& is not m. OU& should’&~= th=$’fim sure hose ionnd~y’~”’~t...
Page 26: Agitator
The exterior. Wipe off any spills of washing compounds. Wipe or dust with dampcloth. Try not to hit surfacewith sharpobjects. To store washer: Ask service technicianto remove waterfromdrainpump and hoses to preventfreezing. Do not storethe washerwhere it will be exposed to the weather.
Page 27: Repair Service
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details-incIuding your phone number-to: Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky 40225 FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write: Major Appliance...
Page 28: Warranty
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 CenteF 800.626.2000 consumer information service Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer.

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