GE WWA5710M Use And Care Manual

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Agitator........................................................... 22

ControlsSetting Guide .............................6,7

Cycle Settings ..................................................5

Energy-SavingTips .........................................8

Filter-Flo@ Pan .............................................4. 8

Operating the Washer ..............................4,5

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Limestone Deposits.............................12. 22

Storage & Vacation Tips.............................22

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Page 1 Agitator... 22 ControlsSetting Guide ...6,7 Cycle Settings ...5 Energy-SavingTips ...8 Filter-Flo@ Pan ...4. 8 Operating the Washer ...4,5 care Limestone Deposits...12. 22 Storage & Vacation Tips...22 ~FO~~@~ More questions ?...cali “-: instructions ...3. Q Instructions, and cleaning ~o~w~~.., ... 18-22 bsetitidcki$:etidk~ .’...
Page 2 ~ .J Answer Center@ 800.626.2000 consumer information service. Para obtener la versi6n en espafiol de este manual, name a GE Answer Center@, servicio de informacidn para el consumidor, telefono 800.626.2000. FINALLY, if yoL~r p roblem is ———— ———— ._..—.
Page 3 This wiIlallow any hydrogengas to escape. Since the gas is ~ammable9do not smoke or klsean open flame or during this process. the washer is not in or dry articlesthat Ilave wash been cleaned washed in, soalkedin,...
Page 4 Skin irritationcould resultfrom the remaining particlesthat may be picked up by clothingduring subsequentwasheruse. electric be followedvery carefully. For washer ~Do not leave washer lid up duringcycle.This will stop the wash and spin actionand prevent completionof the cycle. c~o~ms w AsmR Y om of fire,...
Page 5 Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter-Flopan. Use the Controls Setting Guide to help you make the proper selections. @ Select Water Level. SMALL: Washer is less than one-half full of clothes. MEDIUM:Betweenone-halfand two-thirdsfull. LARGE: Over two-thirds full. @ Select Wash/Rinse Temperature. -Tips...
Page 6 CONTROLSs~~~m~ GumE setting Guide controls Load Cottons and Linens White/Colorfast Bright/Noncolorfast Work Ciothes Heavy soil Average soil Permanent Press, Treated Cottons, Blends with Cottons Heavy or oily soil Average or light soil Synthetics—Po]yester, Nylon, Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics Sturdy Delicates Silks, Wools;...
Page 7 Fill washer, add detergent. allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent. On electric blanket, scw a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage. Do one blanket ai a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detel:ent.
Page 8 SoSk or). 6For an extended soak, allow the washer agitatefora fewminutesto dissolve the soakingagent. Thenpushin theCycleSelectorKnobto stopthe Uallr washer (keep lid closed)and allow to soak for as NOEMA1 SOIL as desired.After desired soak period, pull out tie Cycle and turn the Selector Knob to complete the cycle.
Page 9 texture separate sort by fabric Separate by soil sort -—--- Separate .-—- It pays Checlcand prepare clothes for Washing. QEmpty pockets, brush out cuffs, zip zip13ers, s nap snaps, hooks and buttons. ~I)(Jarly necessary Itlcflcl i n,Q-ri?3s,hems, tears. —-- —.. — .—...
Page 10 Use a Medium Water Level for a Small Load; a Large Water Level for a Medium Load. ~ern]anen~ ~~ess QRemove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops and hang immediately. ~To minimize wrinkling, use the Gentle Wash/Spin Speed. --.-..,.- ,—..—...
Page 11 Should not be used in cold water. Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washer when combined with hard water. (See Detergents section.) May not perform as well as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wash water.
Page 12 Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonatetype non-phosphatedetergent,you will most probably notice limestone*depositson your clothes and washer surfaces.The hardnessof your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestonewill build up. If your water is VERY HARD (11or more grains) and if you, washjust a few loads a week, you may see limestonebuildups in just a few months.
Page 13 5. Lowphosphatedetergent amount Recommended l— — water Elardness CAUTIONS: e Do not use vinegarsoak solutionin washer. Then wash clothesin The acidicactionof the vinegarmay damagethe porcelain. @ Vinegarsoak solutionmay reducethe writie-resistance of permanentpress fabrics. e Vinegarsoak may darnagethe dyes in some fabrics...
Page 14 Before you can decide what to do about hard water, you need to know if you have it and, if so, how hard it is. oIf you live in a municipalarea, contact your county agent. ~If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas, contact your county agent.
Page 15 Apply these pretreatment prodt]cts away from washer, The fabric may then be washed normally, Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty.
Page 16 (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liter) of cool Mix 1/4 water—approximately80°F. (27°C.)—in a sink or pan. Soak stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer. case o f the 6’Intisible’9 Food or cooking oils on your syntheticgarments may...
Page 17 white See Control Setting Guide, }.dhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. (ChewingGum, etc.) cat-e f [(i!y scrape q~c[s with a safe dry cleaning f~uid, * then launder. Antiperspirants, Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach Deodorants according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite page.
Page 18 ~Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint. Predissolve granular detergent in hot water before adding to washer; make sure detergent is completely dissolved before adding clothes; switch to liquid or cold water detergent or warmer wash water.
Page 19 See Detergent, Other Additives section. e To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures: 1. Put clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check Manufacturer’s Care Labels to determine if hot water is suitablefor garment. @ Add a non-precipitatingtype of water softener such as Calgon with phosphate—...
Page 20 ~Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately. PERMANENT PRESS ~Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads. AND “NO-lRON” oImproper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work ITEMS clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses.
Page 21 ~Garments weakened by age, sun or atmosphere. This is inevitable and is not caused by washer. ~Too large loads, or too little water. Load washer only with number of items that will move freely. Select correct water level. Pretreat with liquid detergent.
Page 22 WASHER PAUSES ~Washernormallypausesbetweenwashingsteps...suchas betweenwashand spinor IN C~~LE betweenspinandrinse. If you need more help...call, to~ free: GE Amwer Center@ / 800.626.2000/ consumer itiormation sertiee USERMAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The tub. The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid open after washing ?0allow i?loislur-e t o evaporate.
Page 23 There ~~’11 _“G &+~. “~~ ‘ iti . . . ~urchase of your new GE a~~~iance, receive the .. .:. ass~lr<ance fiat if you ‘- ~+ GE Consumer Service professional ~~’iil p rovide expert repair service, -~’ scheduled at a Lime that’s convenient for you.
Page 24 Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free: GE Answer CenteP 800.626.2000 consumer information service @ Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer.