GE GBSR1070 Owner's Manual page 9

About the control settings.
1
Load Size
The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes
no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.
2
Wash/Spin Speed
The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release
water from the load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.
With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With
Gentle wash speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.
The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and
lingerie. Clothes will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.
3
Temperature
Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer's care
label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.
5
Wash Cycle
The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the
wash cycle setting with your clothing.
REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
COTTONS
DELICATE For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.
AUTO SOAK For heavily soiled clothes. Begin with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves
About the optional setting.
4
Extra Rinse
When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may
want to use the Extra Rinse option. This option provides a second deep cold rinse
in the COTTONS cycle. Turn the Extra Rinse knob to SET.
The washer will pause for a few minutes before the Extra Rinse option begins.
PERMA For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.
PRESS
KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.
through the rest of the cycle automatically.
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