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HELP US HELP YOU…

Before using your
Spacemaker

Laundry,

read this book carefully.

It is intended to help you 
operate and maintain your 
new appliance properly.

Keep it handy for answers to 
your questions.

If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):

Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

Save time and money.

Before you request service…
check the Problem Solver 
section. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.

If you received a 
damaged appliance…

Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the appliance.

Write down the model
and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label on the
inside of the door or the rating
plate on top of the dryer.

These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your appliance. Before sending in 
this card, please write these
numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your appliance.

All washing and drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.

If You Need Service

To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page 
in the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are two
steps to follow for further help.

First, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details—including
your phone number—to:

Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

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—Do not store or use gasoline or other 

flammable vapors and liquids in the 
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

—WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; 

do not use any phone in your building.

• Clear the room, building or area 

of all occupants.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call

the fire department.

—Installation and service must be performed 

by a qualified installer, service agency or 
the gas supplier.

WARNING:

For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to

minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

Summary of Contents for Unitized Spacemaker WSM2420D

Page 1: ...Cycle Settings 16 Lint Filter 14 19 Loading 14 Sorting 14 17 Care and Cleaning 18 19 Storage and Vacation Tips 18 User Maintenance Instructions 18 Problem Solver 20 24 More questions call GE Answer C...

Page 2: ...deral Trade Commission January 1984 If You Need Service To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reas...

Page 3: ...urn off water faucets when the 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 When disconnecting this appliance pull by...

Page 4: ...these substances on or around your washer and dryer during operation WARNING HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater and the gas can accumulate in the water heater and...

Page 5: ...ce clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning except th...

Page 6: ...tor knob to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time STOP START 1 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your applian...

Page 7: ...udes pauses between each phase of the cycle Total time does not include water fill times Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level Permanent Press Delicates R...

Page 8: ...mall items like washcloths Medium size items like towels DO NOT OVERLOAD YOUR WASHER Try to mix large and small items in each machine load for better washing action Wash large items blankets bed sprea...

Page 9: ...cle For detailed information on how to soak in your washer see How to Soak in Your Washer FOR INFORMATION ON SOAKING AGENTS see Other Laundry Products guide Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing in a small a...

Page 10: ...If you load your clothes first add detergent next to the agitator 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 I...

Page 11: ...ution keeping such as Calgon brand Add at start of wash cycle water clear Precipitating such as Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate Borax brand Add at s...

Page 12: ...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 Food or cooking oils on your synthetic...

Page 13: ...he Stain Removal Hint launder stain with nonchlorine bleach Coloring Grass Foliage Flowers Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted Mildew Sco...

Page 14: ...ng the cover off 3 ROLL lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash the screen 4 Replace the cover on the body of the lint screen 5 Before replacing the lint screen remove any lint from...

Page 15: ...ithout heat during the last 10 minutes This helps keep wrinkles from setting in and makes the load easier to handle Timed Drying When using the Timed Cycles you select the number of minutes you wish t...

Page 16: ...labels For best results follow your specific fabric care label Special Instructions Refer to garment manufacturers care labels for more information Pillows Check ticking for holes or weak seams where...

Page 17: ...Fabric and Drying Selections Sorting Energy Saving Tips ENERGY SAVING TIPS FOR YOUR DRYER Sort clothes by weight so you won t have to run an extra cycle for one or two heavier slower drying items Do...

Page 18: ...ly faucets Disconnect hoses from faucets and drain 2 Add 1 gallon 3 8 liters of nontoxic RV antifreeze available from a hardware or recreational vehicle store to the washer tub 3 Push in the timer kno...

Page 19: ...is lint should be removed at least every 2 or 3 years or more often depending on dryer usage WARNING Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical...

Page 20: ...nd NOISY may cause it to move from its original position To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart Metallic clicks heard as timer advance...

Page 21: ...your home to remove iron and manganese from water 3 Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines drain water heater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained portion ove...

Page 22: ...Use phosphate detergent or liquid detergent use warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener Undissolved granular detergent may leave powdery re...

Page 23: ...ress process It is not caused by the washer You can slow this process by washing small permanent press loads with a large water level Do not wash heavy items such as towels with permanent press When p...

Page 24: ...noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have...

Page 25: ...25 The Problem Solver NOTES...

Page 26: ...26 NOTES...

Page 27: ...one visit GE Answer Center 800 626 2002 Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promp...

Page 28: ...uential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer...

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