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 Guide

Washer

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Operating Instructions, Tips

Bleach 

Controls Setting Guide 

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Cycle Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................5

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

 

 5,6,8, 10,22

Operating the Washer 

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 Care and Cleaning

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Problem 

solver 

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More questions 

GE Answer 

 800.626.2000

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Preparation

Detergents, Other Additives ..............11 -15

Hard Water . 14

Loading the 

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Pretreating ............................................7, 9, 15

Sorting Clothes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .....4,9

Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  16

Stain Removal Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Consumer  Services ...................23

Appliance Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .........2

Limestone Buildup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,22

Storage 

 Vacation Tips ........................22

User Maintenance instructions ................22

Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2

Repair Service 

Warranty 

 Cover

 

 

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Summary of Contents for WWA6600R

Page 1: ...lem solver l 8 22 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Preparation Detergents Other Additives 11 15 Hard Water 14 Loading the Washer 4 10 Pretreating 7 9 15 Sorting Clothes 4 9 Stains 16 Stain Removal Guide 17 o Consumer Services 23 Appliance Registration 2 Limestone Buildup 12 22 Storage and Vacation Tips 22 User Maintenance instructions 22 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Service 2...

Page 2: ...to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other hediately caU your gas supplier from a flammable vapors and liquids in the neighbor s phone FOUOW the gas supplier s vicinity of this or any other appliance instructions W T TO DO YOU S LL GAS c E you cannot reach your gas supplier Do not try to tight any ap...

Page 3: ...ot mix chlorine bleach with x ammonia or acids such as vinegar andor g rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death l h Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to t...

Page 4: ...bled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug 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 J t h The laundry process can reduce the 4 flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer s ...

Page 5: ... change setting after washer has started push Cycle 3 Q STOP Selector knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time Tips to Help You Select Settings Regular Cycles Permanent Press Cycles Soak Cycle For most cottons linens and work and play clothes Longer wash times plus an extra eep rinse spray rinse and spin provide thorough washing and detergent remo...

Page 6: ...Setting Normal Soil Setting Down filled garments if machine washing is recommended Warm Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting depending on amount of soil Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveralls Hot Baby Clothes Delicate Blankets Wool Part Wool Cotton Warm Warm Permanent Press Cycles Regular Cycles Light Setting Normal Setting Blankets Sy...

Page 7: ... DRIED You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spots Rinse diapers nightgowns pads and sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do hand knit garments by hand Fill washer add detergent allow to dissolve before adding blanket Do one blanket at a time Pre...

Page 8: ... and begins to agitate push in the Cycle Selector knob and turn to SOAK CYCLE Pull out the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle For an extended soak allow the washer to fill and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the 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 Sel...

Page 9: ...pare clothes for washing Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers snap 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 Soaking and Pretreating a good way to loosen deep soils and stains A thorough soaking with detergent or special soa...

Page 10: ...not wrap around the agitator Small Items 1ike washcloths 9 Medium Size Items like towels To Add Items After the Washer Has Stirted Turn off the washer NOTE When washin stockings Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan Add any additional articles by submerging them next to the agitator Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer panty hose and other e sily tan led items always handle separately T...

Page 11: ...l Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissolve even in cold water Perform well in soft water Disadvantages Are not available in some areas Generally do not clean well in hard water May be difficult to dissolve especially in cold water Should not be used in cold water Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and washe...

Page 12: ...Buildup Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area Install a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone buildup Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate Good Washing Practices May Delay Limestone Damage to Clothes The following recommendations will temporarily delay the effects of limesto...

Page 13: ...er of laundry 2 Large loads w problems Always 3 Greasy or oily soils measure detergent 4 Lower wash tem erature in a standard measuring cup 5 Low phosphate etergent Recommended Amount of Detergent for Average Soil Load k High Sudsing Powder pe E VERY HARD 10 20 Grains HARD 4 10 Grains I Som O 4 Grains Water Level Setting Extra Large Large Medium Small 2 cups 1 cups 1 x cups 1 cups 480 ml 420 ml 36...

Page 14: ... HARD water less than 10 grains and you use phosphate detergent you also have no problem But if you have more than 10 grains you will need to soften your water with either 1 An installed water softener in your home or 2 The use of a packaged water softener For information on water softeners see the guide below Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level Grains of hardness o 1o 10 15 15 20...

Page 15: ...ashable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special instructions 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics 2 Is most effective in hot water 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2 Reduces static electricity 3 Use c...

Page 16: ...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 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 a...

Page 17: ... on opposite page launder Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach Grass Foliage Flowers Mildew Scorch Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If either type stain remains bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Sponge with war...

Page 18: ... Other Laundry Products section Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may provide some help Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction Use fabric softener in rinse cycle These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before washing clothes However if oily soils are not com...

Page 19: ...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 may cause overall y...

Page 20: ...always be smaller than regular loads 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 minimize wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle Incorrect water level Use Extra Large Water Level for Medium Load Medium Level for Small Load Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in cold or warm wa...

Page 21: ... use of Regular Cycles for de icate articles Use Permanent Press Cycle Refer to Garment Manufacturer s Care Labels Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level Pretreat with liquid detergent Make sure cord is plugged into outlet Mak...

Page 22: ...RE Am CLEANING 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 cleansers Do not store the washer where it will be exposed The Exterior Wipe off any spills of washing to the weather compounds ...

Page 23: ... can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home I be kl parLs system pr vides access to over 47 parts and all C E C enuine Renewal Parts al e fully warranted VISA Mastcr ard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in is booHet cover proce dures intended to be performed by any user Other servicing generdy shodd be referred to qutified ser vice perso...

Page 24: ...orking 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 GE Answer Center ...

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