Standard and large capacity automatic clothes washers (24 pages)
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Problem Solver.......l7-2l More questions ?...call GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Bleach Dispenser ...........8 Preparation Control Settings ..........7 Detergents and Additives ....13, 14 Cycle Descriptions .........5 Hard Water ........... . 13 Cycle Times .............8...
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To obtain a Spanish language Use these numbers in any version of this book, call correspondence or service GE Answer Center@ GE Answer Center@, servicio de calls concerning your washer 800.626.2000 consumer information service. Immediately ca~ your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
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GE Answer Center? 800.626.2000. pipes if hot water has not been used for a period —Properly ground to conform with all of two weeks or longer.
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(continued) Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged preferably in a locked cabinet. cord or plug. Observe all warnings on container Never climb on or stand on the washer top, labels to avoid personal injury.
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Cycle names and features may vary from model to model (on models so equipped) Permanent Press Cycles— Regular Cycles— For loads of synthetics, blends andor delicate fabrics. For most cottons, linens, work and play A cold water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles clothes.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER Features and appearances may vary sllghtly WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Regular KNITS & Setting the Controls Use the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide to help you make the proper selections.
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For Clothes Loa~abrics such as: Cycle Suggested Normal/Slow Permanent Press & Knits Synthetics Permanent press, treated cottons, blends with cottons Gentle/Slow Down-filled garments, if machine washing is recommended* Pillows** Gentle/Slow Baby clothes (delicate) Lingerie Normal/Fast Cottons and linens Regular Denims Baby clothes (sturdy) Normal/Fast Work clothes with heavy soil...
(continued) Cycle Times — Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes) NOTES: Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle. Total time does not include water fill times. Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level. Soak How to Use the Bleach Dispenser Use this dispenser with...
How to Use the Soak Cycle NOTE: For an extended soak, allow the washer Soak: Turn the Cycle Selector knob to soak. Start to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the the washer. Add pre-measured detergent or soak soaking agent.
HOW TO USE THE MINI-BAS~T TUB Small loads of regular fabrics (up to 27z pounds) Stuffed toys. (1. 125 kg). Tennis shoes. Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate hand-washables. How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabrics or Delicate Hand-washables Remove the Filter-Flo pan.
Sort by Surface Texture LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and chenille—give up lint. Separate LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract lint. These must be washed separately. For more information on lint control, see The Problem Solver section.
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASmR This illustration, with clothes just Load clothes dry. reaching the Clothes Retaining Ring, shows a proper load. Clothes clothes and drop them loosely in have ample room to move because the wash basket in this order: they are not packed down, nor wrapped around the agitator.
The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount. How to use detergent; Amount required varies If the recommended amount of detergent produces too many suds, granular, powdered or liquid:...
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Laundry Product and fipe How to Use It Special Instructions BLEACH Chlorine liquid Use your bleach dispenser. 1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour such as Clorox brand See How to Use Your Bleach undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer Dispenser section.
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Test stain removal product on a hidden 1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. inside seam or on a sample of the material. The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains. 2.
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STAIN ~MOVAL GUmE Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics See Controls Setting Guide. Adhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull 1(101 ~() (Chewing Gum, etc.) Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * rinse well, then wash as usual, Antiperspirants, Apply undiluted liquid detergent.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE LINT OR RESIDUE Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers (such as terry towels and ON CLOTHES chenille) from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy). Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute per pound of dry clothes.
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THE PROBLEM SOLmR (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE GRAYED CLOTHES Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient. (continued) However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent. Use of soap in hard water.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBLEM Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched SHRINKAGE, and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may be pressed back KNITS into shape after each wash and dry cycle. Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering.
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(continued) POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBLEM such as SNAGS, HOLES, hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels and other articles that TEARS, R@S OR EXCESSIVE WEAR contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals. (continued) is norm~ due to weakening of fibers by the permanent press process.
WASHER PAUSES Washer normally pauses between washing steps...such as IN CYCLE between s~in and rinse. If you need more help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center / 800.626.2000/consumer information service USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Ask service technician to remove To Store Washer.
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