GE Spacemaker Laundry WSM27TH Use And Care Manual page 6

Washer
Operating Steps
(continued)
To prevent
injury, never reach into the
washer while in operation.
Before loading, unloading or
adding items, push in the
timer knob. Wait until the
machine has stopped
completely before opening
the lid.
8. Start the washer by closing the lid firmly and pulling out timer knob.
The washer will operate with the door open; however, it will not go
into the spin cycle unless the lid is closed. To stop the washer, push
in the timer knob. To change the cycle, push in timer knob and turn
it clockwise to the desired function.
9. If desired, add diluted fabric softener to the final rinse. Follow
fabric softener label directions. Do not pour fabric softener
directly on the wash load.
10. Remove clothes when the cycle is completed. SAFETY LID LOCK:
As a safety measure, the lid will AUTOMATICALLY LOCK during the
spin portion of each cycle. The lid will unlock approximately 2-3
minutes after the end of the spin cycle.
To open the lid during the spin cycle, push in the timer knob and wait
for the lid lock to release.
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