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GE WWA8354V Use And Care Manual

GE WWA8354V Use And Care Manual

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Setting the controlsfor
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BleachandFabric
Softener D ispensers
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Choosing D etergents
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Questions?
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Your Direct Line to General Electric
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  • Page 1 Softener D ispensers Using the Mini-Basket” tub SPOTSCRUBBER automatic stainremoval p10 Sortingandloading Choosing D etergents Questions? Usethe Problem Solver p23 Your Direct Line to General Electric The GE Answer get thebest&om Cycle for 800,626.2000 Centef ELECTRIC Useand Careof model WWJA8354V...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ... Back Cover Help us help you... Read this book carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new washer properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Closesupervisionis necessary ifthis applianceis usedbyor near children.Do notallowchildrento playinside,onor withthisappliance or anydiscardedappliance.Dispose ofdiwmiedappliancesand s hippingor packingmaterialsproperly.Before discardinga washer,or removing fkomsefice, removethewasherlid. KeepalIlaundryaids (suchas detergents, b leaches,fhbricsofhmers, etc.)outofthereachofchildren, preikmblyinalockedcabinet. Observe allwarningson containerlabelsto avoidpersonalinju~. Keeptheareaaroundand underneathyourappliancesfree fmmtheaccumulation ofcombustible materials,suchas lint, paper, rags, chemicals,etc.

  • Page 4: How To Wash Regular Loads

    Important Safety Instructions QThe laundry processcan reduce theflameretardancyof i%brics. T o avoidsuch a result, the garment manufacturer’scare instructions shouldbe followedvery carefully. How to operate your clothes washer reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury W~G—TO appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY &ysmd...
  • Page 5 “-.. {< Time e“ @ Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start the washer. If you wish to change setting after washer has started. Dushcycle Selector knob into sto~ the w&her and reset to the new position. Setting can be changed at any time.

  • Page 6: How To Use Bleach And Fhbric Softener Dispensers

    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 Setting.

  • Page 7: Energy-Saving Tips

    The dryer will remove any wrinkles caused @ the Normal Spin. 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. Youwill also save on detergent and energy. ‘1...

  • Page 8: Mini-Basketwtub

    –Set Water Level to the MINI- BASKET position. —Select desired Wash/Spin speed and Wash/Rinse temperature. See page 4. —Select desired cycle-Regular (Normal), Regular (Light Soil), Perm Press or Knits. See page 4. START –Pull Cycle Selector knob to start washer. ‘%”’ ‘...
  • Page 9 START 3. Pull Cycle Sector knob to start washer. Cycle will be completed automatically. What happens during the Mini-Quick Cycle Wash ... ..3minutes Spin .

  • Page 10: Cycle

    SPOZWRUBBER Stain Removal Shortcut Many stains that have not set into the fabric can be automatically removed in your washer’s SPOZSCRUBBER Cycle. Step 1. Launder any stainedwashable fabric with the SP07X’RUBBER Cycle, using the hottest water the fabric can stand and the recommended amount of detergent.
  • Page 11 Mini- Basket tub along with your detergent. DOnot put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser. & Close the washer lid and set the controls as follows: —Select desired Wash/Spin Speed. —Select desired Wash/Rinse Temperatures. Proper wash water temperature is important.

  • Page 12: Controlssettingguide For Differentfiibricsand Loads

    Rubber-coated Items, Laminated Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim Pillows *“Warm” water is approximately 90”F. to 11OW. (hand comfortable). ICheck size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bedspreads maybe too large for automatic home-size washer. Wash/Spin Wash Water Speed Temp.
  • Page 13 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 14: Washing

    For detailed information on how to soak in your washer, see page 6. Pre-treat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap.

  • Page 15: Howtoload Yourwasher

    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 16: Factorsto Considerin

    Factorsto consider in selecting detergentsand soap Products Advantages Phosphate- Petiorm well in hard or soft water PbwderedDetergents Washalltypesoffabricswell. Canbe usedin hot, warm,or coldwater. Non-Phosphat+ Perform satisfactorily in soft PbwderedDetergents or moderatelyhard water. In some areas only non-phosphate productsare available. LiquidDetergents Detergentswith Built-In Fabric Sofieners soaps...

  • Page 17: The Resultsof Continueduse Of Carbonatedetergents

    Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between limestone deposits on the fabrics during washer agitation. Effects on washer Unsightly build-up on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution. Mat-1ikecrusty formations caused by lint adhering to the sticky limestone deposits.

  • Page 18: Howmuch Detergentor Soap Shouldyouuse

    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: 1. Water hardness 2.

  • Page 19: Hard Water-Do You Haveit

    Hard water-do you haveit? 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 20: Other Laurdy Products

    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.

  • Page 21: Howtoremove Stains

    Mix 1/4cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8liter) of cool water—approximately 80°F (27°C)— in a sink or pan. Soak stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer. The Case of the “Invisible” Stain Food or cooking oils on your...
  • Page 22 (usually printed on label). Use extreme caution with flammable compounds. #Do not w Chlofie bl=ch wi~ ~ofia Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer. ~Oxalic acid is toxic. Take care not to ingest it accidentally. usingthe hottestwaterthe fabriccan standand...
  • Page 23 The spots will then be very visible. 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.

  • Page 24: The Problemsolver

    Hard to Extremely Hard. Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at 140~150‘F. Do not wash when other hot water needs-such as dishwashing or family baths-are heavy.
  • Page 25 10.) Or dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Re-wash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fhbric. Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be safely washed but will shrink in a dryer.
  • Page 26 POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY Leaving clothes in dryer a!ler tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately. Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not loads. Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses.
  • Page 27 Make sure controls are set and cycle selector knob is pulled an ON position. M&e sure lid is closed. Washer will not fill, spin or agitate with lid open. Check house fines or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet, remove it. Washer should have separate outlet.
  • Page 28 Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility. Make sure washer is level and fhrn to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.

  • Page 29: User Maintenance Instructions

    To store washer: Ask service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. For long vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at...

  • Page 30: Your Phone Number)

    If YouNeed Service ‘ To obtain service, see your warranty on the back page of this book. We’reproud 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.
  • Page 31 Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free: The 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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