Page 1: Table Of Contents
Fabric Softener Dispenser Filter-Flo@ Pan 4,9,26 Hard Water Limestone Deposits 14, 26 Loading 4, 12 Mini-BasketT” Tub Model and Serial Numbers Operating the Washer Pre-Treating 7, ll:i: Models WWB836M WW~858M GEAppi!iances Problem Solver 20-25 Safety Instructions Sorting Clothes 4, 11...
Page 2: Appliance Registration
All washing instruction terms in tk %k~fo~mt~eC=e~~~&3 Rule established by the Federal Trade”C<ommissiq~ January 194. To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000 consumer information service. Para obtener la versi6n en espaiiol de este manual,...
Page 3: Safety Instructions
Installation Instructions. faucets when the Turn off water washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves, and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture.
Page 4: Sorting Clothes
START ‘“ smP d Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer. If you wish to change setting after washer has started, push Cycle Selector Knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position. Setting can be changed at any time.
Page 5 ‘d Regular Cycles— For most cottons, linens and work and play clothes with normal soiling. Cycles Sak CYC/# U6HT WnmAl STMI Rewd * ~=~+ AumEx~RWsE HfAW MOWxU Grim Permanent Press and Knits Cycles— For polyester knits, delicates and permanent press. An extended cool-down spray rinse is provided to minimize wrinkling.
Page 6: Controls Setting Guicle
Rubber-coated Items, Laminated Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim Pillows *Llse Cold Rinse to save energy. **Check size Some slipcovers, drdperles and bedspreads may be too ]arge for automatic home-size washer. Wash/Spin Speed Cycle Normal Hot or Warm...
Page 7 Fill washer, add detergent and allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent. On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
Page 8: Bleach Dispenser
Normal Spin. Use your Mini-BasketTM tub for very small loads. It uses less water than the small water level in the big tub on this washer. You will also save on detergent and energy. Howto use the Bleach Dispenser Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only.
Page 9: Fabric Softener Dispenser
Pull the Cycle Selector Knob out to complete the cycle. For an extended soak, allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking agent. Then push the Cycle Selector Knob into stop the washer (keep lid closed) and allow to soak for as long as desired.
Page 10: Mini-Baskett" Tub
MEDIUM 9 SMALL”* –Set Water Level to “MINI- BASKET” position. —Select desired Wash/Spin Speed and Wash/Rinse Temperature. page 4. –Select desired cycle (REGULAR or PERMANENT PRESS). See page 4. 9. Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start washer. RESET MINt- BASKET...
Page 11 Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or a prelim- inary step to a completewashcycle. For detailed information on how to soak in your washer, see page 9. FOR INFORMATION SOAKING AGEN’113, SEE PAGE 17. Pre-treat heavy soil by rubbing in...
Page 12 Save time, energ~ and detergent by avoiding extra use of’ the washer. Try to wash a full load of clothes. If you can it is better to save clothes until you have a full load. If you must W2sh smaller loads.
Page 13 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 page 14.) May not perform as well as powdered phosphate products when diluted in wash water.
Page 14: Limestone Deposits Loading
USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent. CAWIONS: Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer. The acidic action of the vinegar may damage the porcelain.
Page 15 Howmuch detergent 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. Amount required varies according to: 1. Water hardness 2. Amount of soil 3.
Page 16: Hard Water
Hard water-do you have it? 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. If you live in a municipal area, contact your water company. If you live in a rural area, or in some suburban areas, contact your county agent.
Page 17 Apply these pretreatment products away from washer. The tibric may then be washed normally. Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty.
Page 18: Stains
If these stains are not completely removed in the wash, the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.
Page 19: Stain Removal Guide
(usually printed on label). Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer. not mix ch]orine bleach with ~monia Save and refer to garment manufactmrs’ care labels.
Page 20: Problem Solver
The spots v’ill [hen be very \’isibie. They LAUNDERED are nor caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after wearing. GARMENTS Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots appear. rub in undiluted liquid detergent.
Page 21 Hard to Extremely Hard. Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water at the washer at 140°-1500F. Do not wash when other hot water needs—such as dishwashing or family baths—are heavy.
Page 22 Re-wash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fhbric. SHRINKAGE, Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be safely washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturers’ Care Instructions GENERAL exactly.
Page 23 WRINKLINGIN Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling PERMANENT’ PRESS . T~ m~y clothes in &yer. Dry only one washer load at a time. DO not combine 10ds. AND “NO-IRON’ [TEMS Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses.
Page 24 Make sure controls are set and cycle selector knob is pulled out to ON position. Make sure lid is closed. Washer will fill but will not spin or agitate with lid open. Check house fuses or circuit breakers. If another appliance is sharing the electrical outlet, remove it.
Page 25 Make sure washer is level and firm to the ~loor with rubber foot pads in place and A sharp distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor Washer normally pauses between washing steps.
Page 26: Agitator
To store washer: Ask service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. For long vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at...
Page 27: Consumer Services
. . . ForCbstomers Wtih Special N eeds... 80/1626.2000 Upon reques~ GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility obtain these item% free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
Page 28: Warranty
YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES WASHER Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled WHAT IS COVERED WHAT IS NOT COVERED Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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