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GE WLXR1020T Owner's Manual

GE WLXR1020T Owner's Manual

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Important Safety Information
Operating Instructions
The Controls on Your Washer
Other Washer Features
Preparing to Wash
Care of Product
Helpful Information
Specialized Fabric Guide
Stain Removal Guide
Removing Specific Stains
If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service
GE Service Numbers
Warranty, Back Cover
GE Answer Center
800.626.2000
GE Appliances
Washer
Owner's Manual
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Model: WLXR1020T
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  • Page 1 Model: WLXR1020T Washer Owner’s Manual Important Safety Information Operating Instructions The Controls on Your Washer Other Washer Features Preparing to Wash Care of Product Helpful Information Specialized Fabric Guide Stain Removal Guide Removing Specific Stains If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service...
  • Page 2 Welcome Welcome to the GE family. We’re Best of all, you’ll experience proud of our quality products and these values each time you do we believe in dependable service. the laundry. That’s important, because your new washer will be You’ll see it in this easy-to-use manual and you’ll hear it in the...
  • Page 3 Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home. WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
  • Page 4 Installation Instructions sheet • When disconnecting this with your washer, you can obtain appliance pull by the plug rather one by calling, toll free, the GE than the cord to avoid damage to ® Answer Center , 800.626.2000. the cord or junction of cord and plug.
  • Page 5 • • Keep the floor around your The laundry process can reduce appliances clean and dry to the flame retardancy of fabrics. reduce the possibility of slipping. To avoid such a result, the garment manufacturer’s care • Never reach into washer while instructions should be followed it is moving.
  • Page 6 Operating Instructions controls on your washer Wash Temperature Push in the Cycle knob and select the wash tem- Use this chart as a general guide. perature. Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Wash Temperature Guide Care Label or instructions when laundering. wash temperature warm COTTONS WHITE...
  • Page 7 WARM WASH COLD WASH Starting Washer • Add detergent. • Add clothes and close lid. • Pull out the Cycle knob to start washer. See next page for other washer features...
  • Page 8 Operating Instructions Other washer features your model may have Agitator Cap This cap fits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on. Do not pour anything into the agitator if the top is removed Fabric Softener NOTE: This dispenser automatically...
  • Page 9 Cleaning Fabric 1 Remove the dispenser from the 3 To clean dispenser, soak both the Softener Dispenser top of the agitator. dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution: 2 Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and 1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water pushing down on the inside of the 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy duty liquid...

  • Page 10: Preparing To Wash

    Operating Instructions Preparing to Wash Prepare Empty pockets, unroll cuffs, shake Turn poly knits inside-out to out loose dirt, zip zippers, fasten reduce pilling. snaps, hooks and buttons. Do any necessary mending. Treat/remove stains. See Stain Use a net laundry bag for Removal Guide.

  • Page 11: Care And Cleaning

    1 Turn the Cycle knob to any drain pump and hoses. Do not store wash setting. the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. Call the GE Answer 2 Start washer. Center ® 800.626.2000 for informa- Fill Hoses—...
  • Page 12 Helpful Information Specialty Care Guide Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label or instructions when laundering. Otherwise use the information below as a general guide. Item Suggested Care Down-Filled Garments Always wash down-filled garments separately from other types of garments. Wet down gives off an odor that will disappear when the down is dried.

  • Page 13: Stain Removal Guide

    Stain Removal Guide General Hints • • Check Fabric Care Label. To make sure a stain removal product is safe for your fabric • Remove stains as soon as test it on a hidden inside seam. possible. The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.
  • Page 14 Helpful Information Removing Specific Stains The Invisible Stain When They Become Visible: Foods on synthetic clothes may • cause stains which are virtually Rub the stain with undiluted invisible when you put the clothes liquid detergent. in the washer. If these stains are not •...
  • Page 15 Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics Coffee and Tea Without cream: Use the Bleach Solution; Sponge with warm water. If launder. stain remains, apply warm glycerine (available at drug With cream: Soak in cold water, then use stores), let stand 30 minutes the Bleach Solution;...
  • Page 16 If Something Goes Wrong Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What to Do Washer won’t Operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. • Water supply is turned off Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. •...
  • Page 17 Problem Possible Causes What to Do Water Leaks • Constant water pressure to the Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water (continued) fill hoses at the water source off after each use. • Check condition of the fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.
  • Page 18 If Something Goes Wrong Problem Possible Causes What to Do Wrinkling Improper loads • Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with light items (like blouses). • Separate permanent press from other laundry. • Try a fabric softener (like Downy brand). •...
  • Page 19 Problem Possible Causes What to Do Shrinkage • Some fabrics will naturally Follow directions on care label. shrink in the wash Grayed Clothes Not enough detergent • Try using more detergent (especially with (larger loads, heavy soil, larger loads). and hard water might •...
  • Page 20 If Something Goes Wrong Problem Possible Causes What to Do Yellowed Clothes Not enough detergent • Always use the recommended amount on a consistent basis of detergent. • Chlorine bleach may yellow Use non-chlorine bleach. some fabrics • Iron or manganese in water may Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating cause yellowing or yellow spots water softener dissolved in water and non-...
  • Page 21 Notes...
  • Page 22 GE Service Numbers We’ll be there! GE Answer Center ® Whatever your question about any And you can call any time. GE ® GE major appliance, GE Answer Answer Center service is open 800.626.2000 ® Center information service is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Page 23 800.626.2000. 800.626.2000 Service Contracts You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your 800-626-2224 warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
  • Page 24 To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 Part No. 175D1807P145 WLXR1020T Printed in Louisville, KY Pub.