GE GTW685 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions page 10

Getting started
Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob
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The wash cycle controls the type of washing process. The cycle selector knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the
knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to the new selection. Press Start to begin the
new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the items to be washed with the best wash cycle settings. For optimal performance,
select the cycle that most closely matches the items being washed.
Selections and options shown in bold are the recommended settings for that cycle.
Some cycles and options may not be available on some models.
Items to Wash Cycle
Cycle for normal, Colors/
regular, or typical Normal
use for washing
up to a full load
of normally soiled
cotton clothing.
Casual clothes, Casuals
lightly soiled
office wear.
Lingerie and Delicates
special care
fabrics with light
soil. Water-
resistant, bedding
and bulky items,
such as large
coats, mattress
pads, and bath
mats.
Medium to lightly Active
soiled athletic Wear
wear items of
technical or
synthetic fabrics.
Dark colored Cold
fabrics and mixed Wash
loads.
Small loads of Speed
lightly soiled Wash
items that are
needed in a hurry.
Examples include
one casual wear
outfit or 3 soccer
uniforms.
Wet load of items. Drain &
For items that Spin
need only to be
rinsed, use this
cycle with Deep
Rinse option.
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Wash Temp Soil Level
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold
Tap Cold
Spin Options Available
Selection
(Duration)
Max Stain Removal Guide
More
Normal Warm Rinse
No Spin Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
Delay Wash
Extra Rinse
Max Stain Removal Guide
More Deep Fill
Normal Warm Rinse
No Spin Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
Delay Wash
Extra Rinse
Max Stain Removal Guide
More Deep Fill
Normal Warm Rinse
No Spin Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
Delay Wash
Extra Rinse
Max Stain Removal Guide
More Deep Fill
Normal Warm Rinse
No Spin Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
Delay Wash
Extra Rinse
Max Stain Removal Guide
More Deep Fill
Normal Auto Soak
No Spin Deep Rinse
Delay Wash
Extra Rinse
Max Stain Removal Guide
More Deep Fill
Normal Warm Rinse
No Spin Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
Delay Wash
Extra Rinse
Max
More Deep Rinse
Normal Extra Rinse
No Spin
Cycle Details
Cycle for normal, regular, or typical
use for washing up to a full load
of normally soiled cotton clothing.
Choose the Heavy or Extra Heavy soil
level selection and Warm or Hot water
temperature selection as appropriate
for your clothes load for a higher
degree of cleaning. Incorporates multi-
stage fills and wash periods to provide
optimal fabric care.
Wash cycle tailored to care for
casual clothes and office wear
items.
Utilizes a unique "tri-pulse" extra
gentle agitate profile and a low spin
speed to provide special care to
delicate fabrics. It is recommended
to place small or ultra delicate items
in mesh bags before washing.
Cycle designed for care of medium
to lightly soiled active wear,
athletic wear, and technical fabrics.
Incorporates a dual stage wash
period with soak to effectively treat
body soils and odors. Use the Heavy
Duty cycle for heavily soiled sports
clothing constructed of sturdy fabric.
Cycle combines multiple wash
agitation periods with soak periods
to provide enhanced cleaning
performance and energy efficiency
with colder water temperatures.
Utilizes more intense agitation
profile, expedited wash period, and
time saving continuous spray rinse
to clean small lightly soiled loads in
the fastest time possible.
Utilizes a high speed spin to extract
water from wet items. For items that
need to be rinsed, select the Deep
Rinse option when using this cycle.
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