GE GTW220, Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions

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PERFORMANCE
Possible Causes What To Do
Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for
using dispenser.
Make sure you have selected the Deep Rinse option.
Pretreat stain and rewash using Speed Wash cycle before drying.
Dye transfer Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Grayed or yellowed
clothes
Detergent amount Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer’s directions.
Hard water Use a water conditioner or install a water softener.
Water is not hot enough Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Washer is overloaded Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer
basket. For best results, load items around the outside of the basket.
Dye transfer Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately, unstable dyes
may be indicated.
Lint or residue on
clothes
Clothes are air or line dried If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer, your clothes may retain
more lint.
Incorrect sorting Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
Washing too long Wash small loads for a shorter time using Light Soil setting.
Detergent not dissolving Rewash; next time:
Try a liquid detergent
Use warmer water temperature.
Overloading Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. For best results, load items
around the outside of the basket.
Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for
using dispenser.
Make sure you have selected the Deep Rinse option.
Before you call for service…Troubleshooting Tips