GEAppliances GTW180SCJ0WW Owner's Manual page 7

Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
Sorting Wash Loads
Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric
type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and
whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille)
or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy).
WARNING
Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable liquids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Proper Use of Detergent
Add detergent before adding items so that the
detergent can work effectively. Using too little or
too much detergent is a common cause of laundry
problems.
For spots, apply pre-treatment to items as
recommended on the product label. Application
should be made in the basket to prevent overspray
which may cause the coloring on the lid or graphics
to fade.
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely in the washer basket. When
loading wet items, make sure you set the load/water
level high enough to allow the items to move freely.
Water level should just cover the items. To add items
after washer has started, lift the lid and submerge
additional items next to the agitator.
- Fire Hazard
You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a
smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
When using high efficiency or concentrated
detergents, consult the product label to determine
amount required for optimum performance.
Excessive detergent will negatively impact wash
performance.
Do not wrap long items like sheets or pants around
the agitator.
Do not wash fabrics containing flammable
materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid up,
however the timer will continue to run.
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