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Agitator
29
Pre-Treating
13,14,20,22
Appliance Registration
2
Problem Solver
23-28
Bleach Dispenser
6,8, 10
SafetyInstructions
3,4
Care and Cleaning
29
Soak Setting
5,6
Consumer Services
31
Sorting Clothes
4, 14
Controls Setting Guide
12, 13
Spotscrubber Cycle
4, 10,11,21
CycleSettings
5
Stains
21
Detergents, Other Additives 16-20
Stain RemovalGuide
22
Energy-SavingTips
7
Storage&VacationTips
29
Fabric Softener Dispenser
6,8, 10
User Maintenance Instructions 29
Filter-Flo@ Pan
4,7,8, 10,15,29
Warranty
Back Cover
Hard Water
19
Limestone Deposits
17,29
Loading
4, 15
Mini-BasketTMTub
8-11
Mini-Quick Cycle
9
Model and Serial Numbers
2
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Operating the Washer
4,5
8~a62&2@80
Model WWA9800M
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- Page 1 4,7,8, 10,15,29 Hard Water Limestone Deposits 17,29 Loading 4, 15 Mini-BasketTMTub 8-11 Mini-Quick Cycle Model and Serial Numbers Operating the Washer Model WWA9800M washer Pre-Treating 13,14,20,22 Problem Solver 23-28 SafetyInstructions Soak Setting Sorting Clothes 4, 14 Spotscrubber Cycle 4, 10,11,21...
- Page 2 Keep it handy for answersto your questions. something If you don’tunderstand or need more help, write (include yourphone number) Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville,KY40225 received dam~ed Wwher. . Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the washer.
- Page 3 Use and Care Book. washermustbeproperly @This installed andlocated inaccordance withtheInstallation Instructions beforeitis used. If youdid not receivean InstallationInstructions sheet with your washer,youcan obtainone by contactingthe service locationnearest you. —Properly groundtoconform withallgoverning codesand ordi13ances. Follow detiils in ,“ Closesupervisionis necessary...
- Page 4 Regular Cycles ~ Kmls soakc“,{. * o and Knits Cyc/es @ Select WaterLevel. SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes. ~~DILTM: Between 1/3and 1/2 LARGE: Between 1/2and 2/3 full. EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full. MINI-BASKET: Not used for regular loads.
- Page 5 @ Pull Cycle Selectorknob out to start the washer. If you wish to changesetting after washer has statied, push ‘CycleSelector knob in to stop the washer and reset to the newpositioil. Setting can be changedat any time. setting happem...
- Page 6 Selector knob to complete the cycle. soak For an extended allowthe washer to fill and agitatefor a few minutes to dissolvethe soaking agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stopthe washer (keep lid closed) and allow to soak for as long as desired.
- Page 7 The dryer will remove any writies caused by the 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 saveon detergent and energy.
- Page 8 ~pical Mini-BasketTM Wwh loads Delieateloadssuchas lingerie, panty hose, girdes, blouses, sweatem9sock, shi*, baby clothes and other small delicate hand washables Tennisshoes 2. Plaw Mini-Baskettub on agitator. Pull the agitator toward the front of the machine for easier installation and removalof Mini-Basket tub. 3.
- Page 9 MINI- QUICK Cycle. ‘1 special imtructiom 3. Pull Cycle Selector knobto start washer. Cycle will be completed automatically. math~pp~~ du~iw the w-Qtick cycle Wash ....3minutes Spin .
- Page 10 Stiin Removal S horkut Many stains that have not set into the fabric can be automatically removedin your washer’s SPOTSCRUBBER’ cyc~e. Step 1. Launderanystainedwashable fabric with the SP~SCRUBBER Cycle, using the hottest water the fabric can stand and the recommended amount of detergent.
- Page 11 Baskettub along with your detergent.Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser. 8. C1osethe washer lid and set the controlsas follows: –Select desired Wash/SpinSpeed. —Selectdesired Wash/Rinse Temperatures.Pi-operwash water Temperature is important. Referto the Controls SettingGuide, page 12 and StainRemovalGuide, page22.
- Page 12 Cottons andLinens White/Colorfast Bright/Non-colorfast WorkClothes Heavysoil Average soil Permanent P ress,TreatedCottons, BlendswithCottons Heavyor oilysoil Average or lightsoil Synthetics-Polyester, Nylon, AcrylicKnitsandWoven Fabrics Sturdy Delicates Silks,Wools; B lendsofSilk andWool ~ Down-filled g arments, i f machine washing isrecommended BabyClothes—Sturdy, suchasDiapers, Nightgowns, Shirts,Pads,Sheew, Receiving Blankets, C overails BabyClothes—Delicate Blankets-Wool, P art-Wool...
- Page 13 Rinsediapers,nightgowns, padsandsheetsafteruse.Keepdiapersina covered pailofcold waterandconditioning agentlike,Borateem brand. Youmayprefertousea mild-type detergent.Dohand-knit g armentsbyhandor in Mini- Basket’’” tub-see page8. Fill washer, a dddetergent, a llowdetergent t o dissolve beforeaddingblanket.Doone blanketat a time, Pretreatheavilysoiledspotswithliquiddetergent. On electricblanket,sewa strongpieceofclothoverplugto protectblanketandwasherfrom damage.Dooneblanketat a time.Pretreatheavilysoiledspotswithliquiddetergent. Vacuum outloosedirtbeforewashing.
- Page 14 For detailed information on how to soak in your washer, see page 6. e 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 Try to wash a fill load of clothes. If you can it is better to save clothes unti! yoLl h ave a fu~] load. If yoL] must wash smaller...
- Page 16 Factors eomider —— inse~ecting dete=enti and Mmtigw Perform well in hard or softwater Washall types of fabricswell. Can be used in hot, warm, or coldwater. Perform satisfactorilyin soft or moderatelyhard water. In someareasonlynon-phosphate productsare available. Petiorm well in sofi water. Offer better performance in hard water than powdered non-phosphatetypes.
- Page 17 @Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action between limestonedeposits on the fabrics during washer agitation. Eflmti on Wwher = Unsightly build-up on all washer surfaces exposed to the wash solution, QMat-like crusty formations caused by lint adhering to the s[icky 1imestone deposits.
- Page 18 Howmuchdete=entshouldyouuse? The use of a sufficientamount of detergentis one of the most importantthingsyou can do to make sure your wash comesout clean. bomt md@s aeco- 1. Waterhardness 2. Amount of soil 3, Size of load of detergent Type 5. Washtemperature momdete~ent M youhave.,.
- Page 19 Beforeyou can decide what to do ~-~‘ about hard water, you need to know if you have it and, if so, how hard it is. you live @Ii’ in a municipal area, contact your water company. @ If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas, contactyour county agent.
- Page 20 CAUTION: W ashercontrolpanelsandfinishesmaybe damagedbysomelaundrypre-treatment s oilandstain r’emover productsif suchproductsare sprayed onor have directcontactwiththewrisher. A pplythesepre-treatment productsawayfromwasher. T he fabricmaythenbe washed normally.Damagetoyourwashercausedbypre-treatment productsis notcoveredbyyourwarranty. Cleanwashertoavoiddiscoloration ofnextload.Go throughcompletecycle(5-rein,wash)usinghot water, 1A cup (120ml)detergent,1cup (240ml)bleach.Wipe exteriorparts.Caution:Tintingmaydiscolorplasticin washer.Subsequent w ashings will reducediscoloration but maynevereliminateit. ,.!, g“j...
- Page 21 Bleaehabje Mix 1/4cup (60ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8liter) ofcool water—approximately 80°F (~°C)— in a sink or pan. Soakstainedarea for 5 minutesand launder in washer. The case Of the “Invisible” shin Food or cooking oils on your syntheticgarments may cause stains...
- Page 22 (usuallyprintedon label),Useextre~e cautionwithflammablecompounds. ~+ Do notmixchIorinc bleachwithai~~snonia or acidssuchas vinegaranti/orrus~ remover. M ixingcanproducea toxicgaswhichmaycausedeath. [Jndc:r n ocircumstances shouldfabricscontainingflammablematerials(waxes, c leaningfluids,etc.)be washedin washer. ~{jxzlicacidis toxic.T~kecarenotto ingestit accidentally. usingthe hottest waterthe fabric can stand and...
- Page 23 The spots will then be very visible. They are not caused by the washer. VJashsynthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing. Use more detergent than normal md hottest water fabric can s~nd.
- Page 24 Hard to Extremely Hard. Waternot hot enough for ~pe 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—suchas dishwashingor familybaths—areheavy.
- Page 25 If porcelain damage can occur, do not use in the washer; use a plastic container. Improper use of fabric sofiener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes; always dilute before adding to rinse water.
- Page 26 CAUSE AND Leavingclothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Removeand hang clothes immediately. Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only bne washer load at a time. Do not combine loads. Improper loads. Avoidlaundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses. Do not wash Permanent Press with regular laundry.
- Page 27 ~Make sure controls are set and cycle selector hob is pulled out to an 0~ position. @ ~al<e sure lid is closed. Washer will not fill, spin or agitate with lid open. =check house fises or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical outiet, remove it.
- Page 28 WATERWON’T WATERLEAKS WASHER Is NOISY WAS~R PAUSES ~ ~CLE If you need more help. .Call, toll center@ GE Answer 800.626.2000 information service Consumer mssmLEausE m sure @Make drainhose is not kinked. *Top of drain outietshouldbe lessthan @Makesurehosemmections are tightat faucets.
- Page 29 ~k service technician to remove waterfrom 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 faucetsand drain all water from oses if weather will be below eezing.
- Page 31 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 Center@ 800.626.2000 consumer information service @ Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer.