GE WLW3400S Use And Care Manual Download

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Contents

Agitator

Appliance Registration

Bleach Dispenser

Care and Cleaning

Consumer Services

Controls Setting

Cycle Descriptions

Cycle Times

Detergents and Additives

10–14

Energy-Saving Tips

Fabric and Cycle Settings

Fabric Softener Dispenser

Hard Water

Important Phone Numbers 23

Loading the Washer

7, 11

and Serial Numbers

Operating Instructions

5-1o

Problem Solver

16–20

Safety Instructions

3 , 4

Soak Cycle

Sorting Clothes

7, 11

Stains

Stain Removal Guide

Storage and Vacation Tips 20

User Maintenance Instructions 20
Warranty

Back Cover

GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000

se and

models

Summary of Contents for WLW3400S

Page 1: ...le Settings 8 Fabric Softener Dispenser 9 Hard Water 12 Important Phone Numbers 23 Loading the Washer 7 11 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructions 5 1o Problem Solver 16 20 Safety Instructions 3 4 Soak Cycle 9 Sorting Clothes 7 11 Stains 14 Stain Removal Guide 15 Storage and Vacation Tips 20 User Maintenance Instructions 20 Warranty Back Cover GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 se and Care of...

Page 2: ... or other Immediately call your gas supplier from a flammable vapors and liquids in the neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s vicinity of this or any other appliance instructions WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS If you cannot reach your gas supplier Do not try to Hght any appliance call the fire department Do not touch any electri switch Installation and service must be performed do not use any ph...

Page 3: ...y not have been used for some time turn on power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload all hot water faucets and allow them to run for onnect to adequate plumbing and drain several minutes before using any electrical facilities as described in the Installation appliance which is connected to the hot water Instructions system This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is Rammabl...

Page 4: ...t may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use such as lint paper rags chemicals etc me laundry process can reduce Keep the floor around your appliances clean and the flame retmdancy of fabrics dry to reduce the possibility of slipping A TO avoid such aresult the garment To minimize the possibility of electric a manufacturer s care instructions shock unplug this appliance from the sho...

Page 5: ...itated soak and a soak without detergent was used or where unusual skin sensitivity agitation followed by agitation and spin Washer to detergent is a concern must be reset for desired wash cycle Knits Cycle Supercycle A shorter cycle specially designed for today s knits For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil Agitation An early and long spray rinse cools down fabrics for a long time loosens stu...

Page 6: ...uce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance WLW381 OS w 10 cycle hea duty extra large m ity 2 sped washer m S cycle hea duty extra large capcity 4 s washer WLW3600S 1 I I WLW3400S 6 ...

Page 7: ...mount of soil according to instructions in How for instructions in their uses on models so equipped to Sort Clothes section For information on how to use bleaches and fabric Add measured amount of detergent See Detergents softeners see Other Laundry Products section section for information on detergents and other laundry additives Close the lid Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid...

Page 8: ...garments Odor disappears when garment is dry Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent Close zippers Wash 2 or 3 garments at a time or add towels to balance GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED Pillows are made of different materials dacron foam polyester natural feather and down MANUFACTURER S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY If washing is reco...

Page 9: ...r a few minutes to dissolve the add clothes soaking agent Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period pull out the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle HOW to Use the Auto Soak Cycle on models so equipped In the Auto Soak cycle the washer fills agitates and Extra Cleaning with Auto Soak Set the Cycl...

Page 10: ...ions on different fabrics and loads see the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers and fasten snaps hooks and buttons Do any necessary mending rips hems tears Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain Remove stains See Stain Removal Guide Turn poly knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage...

Page 11: ...WASHER Try to mix large and small items in each machine load for better washing action Wash large items blankets bed spreads mattress pads etc separately If machine is overloaded you may experience oversudsing or out of balance conditions To Add Items After the Washer Has Started Turn off the washer by pushing in the Cycle NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and Selector knob other easily tangl...

Page 12: ... a agitator common cause of laundry problems Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup HARD WATER DO YOU 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 G If you live in a rural area or in some suburban areas contact your county agent The answer will be you have so ma...

Page 13: ...able fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as silk wool spandex or non fast colors 3 Check manufacturers care labels for special instructions 1 May be used on most fabrics Test fabric first 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2 Reduces static electricity 3 Use the following manufacturer s direction Too much may cause a hard rough feeling on some clothes 4 Do not pour directly on clothes Gu...

Page 14: ...allon 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 Stain Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments If these stains are not completely removed in the wash may cause stains which are virtually invisible and the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water which you may not notice as you put ...

Page 15: ...h dry cleaning fluid rinse well then wash as usual Old stains Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint launder Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If color has changed you maybe able to restore it by treating wi monia or vlneg If any stain remains keat wi s e dry cleaning fluid rinse well then wash as usual Apply rust remover using m ufacturer s directions Mnse and launder...

Page 16: ...ster cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may provide some help s Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction Use fabric softener in rinse cycle GREASY OR O Y These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before STAINS ON washing clothes However if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle ...

Page 17: ...case If they are white and center is yellow it contains body oil Restore whiteness following procedures in Grayed Clothes above Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such as Clorox 2 brand Refer to garment manufacturer s care instructions Restore color using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands following package directions Iron or manganese in water ma...

Page 18: ...oads no more than medium loads to give clothes room to move freely Incorrect wash and dry cycles Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides a cooldown rinse to minimim wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle Incorrect water level Use larger water level for medium load medium level for smalI load Q Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of detergent Failure...

Page 19: ...asher Over loading of under loading washer for selected water level Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level Pretreat with liquid detergent See Other Laundry ProducK section Make sure cord is plugged into outiet Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector knob is pulled out to ON position Make sure li...

Page 20: ...CYCLE between spin and rinse If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service CARE Am CLEAN G USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The Tub The porcelain is self cleaning Leave lid To Store Washer Ask service technician to remove open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing Do not use harsh or gritty cl...

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Page 23: ...paired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may Hotpoint appliances and a call 800 TDD GMC 800 833 4322 to request brochure to assist in planning a infc rmation or service barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Service Contracts 80 626 2224 You can have th...

Page 24: ... during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free G...

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