Loadingand Usingthe Washer - GE S4200 Owner's Manual

Aboutwasherfeatures.
The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model)
The agitator cap fits into the top of the
[] Add water to dispenser until it reaches
agitatm: If it accidentally comes off, simpl) the ill_lxiilltlll/fill line.
put it back on.
The fabric softener dispenser automaticall)
releases liquid tiff)rio softener at the proper
time dining the c_cle.
Do not stop the washer during the first spin.
This will cause the dispenser to empty too
SOOn.
Touse, follow these steps."
[_] Make sure dispenser is securel)
attached to agitator.
['_ Use onl) liquid lift)tic softener.
Pore" into dispense_; using amotmt
recommended on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly on
clothes. It may stain them.
Do not pour anythinginto flTeagitator
if flTeagitator cap or dispenseris removed.
Loadingand usingthe washer.
Always fo//ow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
SortingWash Loads
Sort by color (whites, lights, colm_), soil level,
lift)tic t)pe (sturdy cottons, easy-care, delicates),
and whether the lift)tic produces lint (ran T cloth,
chenille), or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy).
ProperUseof Detergent
Add detergent and start the washer 1)efi)i'e adding
clothes so that the detexgent can work efli_ctively.
Using too little or too much deteigent is a
common cause of latm(h T problems.
You can use less detergent if }ou have soft watex;
a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Loading the Washer
I,oad dxa' items loosely, no higher than the top row
of holes in the washer basket. _4]_en loading wet
items, make sure you set the load/water level high
enough to allow the items m move ti'eely. _,Vater
level should just cover the clothes. To add items
after washer has started, lift the lid and submerge
additional items next to the agitatm:
• Do not wrap long items like sheets orpants around
the agitator.
• Do not wash fabrics containing flammablematerials
(waxes, cleaningfluids, etc.).
• Agitation willnotstart with the lid up.
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