GE WCVH4800K Technical Service Manual page 11

Using the Washer
Sorting Wash Loads
Colors
Whites
Lights
Darks
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Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than
half the total wash load.
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Washing single items is not recommended. This may cause an out-of-balance load. Add one or two
similar items.
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Pillows and comforters should not be mixed with other items. This may cause an out-of-balance load.
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Sort dark-colored clothes from light-colored clothes to prevent dye transfer. This is a high-efficiency
washer, so it uses less water, making dye transfer more common.
Loading the Washer
The wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely
added items. Do not wash garments containing
flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
Care and Cleaning/General Maintenance
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Wipe or dust spills or washing
compounds with a damp cloth. Washer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry
pretreatment and stain remover products. Apply these products away from the washer. The fabric may
then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your washer caused by these products is not covered
by your warranty. Do not hit surface with sharp objects.
Interior: Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket (including attached hoses) and door glass.
These areas should always be clean to ensure a watertight seal.
It is recommended to rinse the washer at least once per month with 1 cup of bleach (or other
commercially available product manufactured for this purpose, such as Tide
poured into the bleach section of the dispenser (no clothes) using the BASKET CLEAN cycle (found in
the WASHER cycles menu).
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses.
Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. When moving the washer,
the tub should be kept stationary by using the shipping bolts removed during installation.
See Installation Instructions in this manual. If these parts are not available, they can be ordered
by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather
will be below freezing.
Soil Fabric
Heavy Delicates
Normal Easy Care
Light Sturdy Cottons
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Lint
Lint Producers
Lint Collectors
To add items after the washer has started, press
START/PAUSE and wait until the door is unlatched.
The washer may take up to 30 seconds to unlock
the door after pressing START/PAUSE, depending
on the machine conditions. Do not try to force open
the door when it is locked. After the door unlocks,
open gently. Add items, close the door and press
START/PAUSE to restart.
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