GE WWA8995S Use And Care Manual

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Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........6

Cycle Descriptions .........................................5

Cycle Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..7

End Cycle Signal ........................................6, 7

Energy-Saving Tips ........................................8

Fabric Softener Dispenser ...........................8

Operating the Washer ...........................6–l O

Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings .......9

Care and Cleaning

Storage and Vacation Tips ........................2 1

User Maintenance Instructions ...............21

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Page 1 Washer Problem solver ...17-21 More questions ?...call GE Answer Center 80~626.2000 Preparation Detergents and Additives ...,.. 13, 14 Hard Water ........... . 13 Loading the Washer...7, 12...
Page 2: Write Down The Model And Serial Numbers
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the washer. Para obtener la versi6n en espafiol de este manual, name a GE Answer Center@, servicio de information para el consumidor, te16fono 800.626.2000. in this manu~ must be fo~owed to minimim Immediately cd your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Page 3 If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center! 8W.626.2~. —Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.
Page 4 Never climb on or stand on the washer top. Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer. Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use.
Page 5: Regular Cycles
Soak Cycle— Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time, then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle. Delicate Cycle— For lingerie and fabrics requiring special care, this cycle has a gentle wash and a slow spin.
Page 6: Setting The Controls
WASH SMLL load Size ~ Select Water Level. SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes. MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2 full. LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full. EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3 full. HANDWASH: Not used for regular loads. See How to For these Use the Handwash System section.
Page 7: How To Use The Bleach Dispenser
For information on how to use bleaches and fabric softeners, see Other Laundry Products section. Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open. PreWash Extra Cleaning and Cotton Regular have chosen.
Page 8: Fabric Softener Dispenser
The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed at the proper time. How to Use the Auto Soak Cycle In the Auto Soak cycle the washer fills, agitates and soaks for the time you selected. It automatically advances into the next cycle.
Page 9 MANUFACTURER’ S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend, to prevent escape of the filling. Fill washer, add detergent and agitate for several minutes. Add two pillows at a time to balance load.
Page 10: Handwash" System
—Push the Cycle Selector knob in and turn to the desired setting. —Pull out Cycle Selector knob to start washer. Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate hand-washables.
Page 11: Extra Cleaning
Soaking can be either a completely separate washing step or a preliminary step to a complete wash cycle. For detailed information on how to soak in your washer, see How to Use the Soak Cycle. FOR INFOWATION ON SOAKING AGENTS, see Other Laundry Products Guide.
Page 12 See Operating Instructions. Add Items After the Washer Has Started Turn off the washer by pushing in the Cycle Selector knob. Add any additional articles by submerging them next to the agitator.
Page 13: Hard Water
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. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount. Amount required varies according to: 1. Water hardness 2.
Page 14 Apply these pretreatment products 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 15: Stain
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool water—approximately 80°F. (27°C.)—in a sink or pan. Soak stained area for 5 minutes and launder in washer. The Case of the “Invisible” Stiin Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments...
Page 16: Control Settings
(usually printed on label). caution with flammable compounds. Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed in washer. Guide. not mix ~hl”rine bleach with ammonia or acids such vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
Page 17 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 use warmer wash water.
Page 18 Dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others maybe safely SHRW~GE, washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow garment manufacturer’s care instructions GENERM exactly.
Page 19 Remove and hang clothes immediately. PERMANENT P~SS Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads, AND “NO-IRON” Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items, such as work clothes, ITEMS with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or blouses.
Page 20 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 21: User Maintenance Instructions
Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility. WASHER IS NOISY Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.
Page 22 NOTES...
Page 23: Consumer Services
Wdll Be There With the purchase ofyour new GE appliance, receive the assurance that ifyou ever need information or assis~nce from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free! lmHome Repair Semice 80ME4ARES(80M32-2737) consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, A GE scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you.
Page 24: Warranty
Attorney General. If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 This book ;s pr;nted on recycled paper.