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Always follow fabric manufacturers care label when laundering.
Proper Use of Detergent
Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of
laundry problems.
Use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load or a lightly
soiled load.
For spots, apply pre-treatment to items as recommended on the
product label. Application should be made in the basket to prevent
overspray which may cause the coloring on the lid or graphics to
fade.
Place detergent packets in the Laundry Pack Dispenser (on
some models) or the bottom of the wash basket before adding
clothes.
GE Appliances recommends the use of High Efficiency
detergents such as Tide PODS and liquid detergents in your
energy efficient washer. HE detergents are formulated to work
with low water wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce
the oversudsing problems commonly associated with regular
detergents.
When using high efficiency or concentrated detergents, consult
the product label to determine amount required for optimum
performance. Excessive detergent will negatively impact wash
performance.
Sorting Wash Loads
Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces
lint (terry cloth, chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy). Wash lint producers such as cotton towels and socks separate from
lint collectors including synthetic garments and dress pants.
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely in the washer basket. For best results, load items evenly and loosely around the outside of the basket, filling in
towards the center on larger loads. To add items after washer has started, press
Start/Pause
if the lid is locked; wait until the
Lid Lock
indicator on the display is no longer illuminated before attempting to open the lid. Lift the lid and submerge additional items around the
outside of the basket. Close the lid and press
Start
to resume. Adjust load size selection and/or use
Deep Fill
option if necessary.
NOTE:
Some cycles use a two stage wash fill. The first stage will have a lower water level than the second stage; this is normal
operation.
DO NOT
wash fabrics soiled with flammable liquids or cleaning solvents.
No washer can completely remove oil.
DO NOT
dry anything that has been soaked in or spotted with any type of oil.
DO NOT
reach into the washer until all moving parts have stopped.
Doing so can result in death, explosion, fire or amputation.
- Fire Hazard
Average Small Load
Clothes Level
Water Level
Average Medium Load
Clothes Level
Water Level
Clothes Level
Water Level
Average Large Load
Automatic Load Sensing
This determines the appropriate amount of water suited to the size and type of load placed in the washer. The washer will not
start the wash cycle or fill with water if the lid is open. When the lid is closed the machine is able to begin filling with water in
order to sense the load size.
NOTE: Automatic Load Sensing
initiates a spin at the beginning of the cycle; this is normal operation.
NOTE:
This is a high efficiency washing machine. This system requires less water while providing effective cleaning action. You
may notice that the water level is lower than on your previous washer. This is normal for a high efficiency washer.
Place laundry pretreatments, such as an Oxi product, directly on top of the load of clothes.
NOTE:
Do not use liquid chlorine bleach and laundry pretreatments such as an Oxi product in the same wash load.
Pretreatment
Do not place large items such as
sheets, blankets and towels across
the Infusor. Load them around the
outside of the basket.
Do not put lawn or sofa cushions
into the washer as they are too big
to move. Remove outer covers and
ONLY wash them.