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HOW TO USE THE 

 TUB

 Mini-Basket 

 Wash Loads

● 

Small loads of regular fabrics (up to 

 pounds)

● 

Stuffed toys.

(1. 125 kg).

● 

Tennis shoes.

● 

Delicate 

 such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles,

blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and
other small, delicate 

How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabrics or Delicate 

1. 

Remove the 

 pan.

6. Add bleach, if desired.

2. Place Mini-Basket

Measure carefully and

tub on agitator.

pour recommended

Pull the agitator

amount of liquid

toward the front

bleach— 1/4 cup

of the machine for

(60 

easier installation and

into the bleach dispenser.

removal of Mini-Basket tub.

See How to Use the Bleach Dispenser section.

3. Put detergent in the bottom of the Mini- 

7. Add fabric softener,  if desired. Place the fabric

tub before loading 

 (about the same amount

you would use for a small load in the regular wash
basket). See How Much Detergent Should You

Use section.

4. Load clothes in the Mini-Basket tub.

softener dispenser on the 

 pan. Pour

1 teaspoon (5 ml) of concentrated softener or
1 tablespoon (15 ml) of diluted softener into

a standard measuring cup. Add enough water to
fill the cup 1/2 

 Pour the diluted softener

into the dispenser. See How to Use the Fabric

5. Replace the 

 pan.

It serves as a lid to keep
the clothes in the Mini-
Basket tub.

Softener 

8. Close washer lid and

MED

set controls as follows:

●

\

 —“

—Set Water 

 to MINI-

BASKET position.

—Select desired 

SMALL

LARGE

● 

MINI.

BASKET

Speed and 

 Temp.

See Operating Instructions.

Load 

—Select desired 

 (Regular, Extra Cleaning, 

Press or Knits). See Operating Instructions.

9. Pull Cycle Selector knob out to start washer.

Special Instructions for Use of the Mini-Basket 

● 

The Mini-Basket tub can be used with any cycle

● 

When washing stockings, panty hose and other

except the SOAK and PREWASH cycle.

easily tangled items, always handle separately. To

 Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket

minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net

when using the Mini-Basket tub. There will not

laundry bag.

be enough water in the regular basket and damage
to clothes could result,

10

Summary of Contents for WWA6800S

Page 1: ...are and Cleaning Agitator 2 1 Storage and Vacation Tips 21 User Maintenance Instructions 21 Problem Solver l7 2l More questions call GE Answer Centera 800 626 2000 Preparation Detergents and Additives 13 14 HardWater 13 Loading the Washer 6 12 Sorting Clothes 6 11 Stains 15 StainRemovalGuide 16 Consumer Services 23 ApplianceRegistration 2 Important Phone Numbers 23 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repai...

Page 2: ...wed to minimim the risk of fii or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life M not stem or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of Ws or any other appliance T TO IF YOU S LL GAS not try to tight any apptiance not touch any elwtricd swi h do not use any phone in your balding c Clear the room building or area of all Wcupants Immediately ca y...

Page 3: ... Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar aador rust remover Mixing can produce a Mm toxic gas wtich may cause death d t 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 substance...

Page 4: ...g of the lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an 0 position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply Do not tamper with controls Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled 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 Ski...

Page 5: ... are excessively soiled helps assure complete bleach and detergent removal Provides an agitated soak and a soak without when extra detergent was used or where unusual skin agitation followed by agitation and spin Washer sensitivity to detergent is a concern must be reset for desired wash cycle Knits Cycle Extra Cleaning Cycle A shorter cycle specially designed for today s knits For modern fabrics ...

Page 6: ... you ve position Setting can be changed made a selection turn knob to reset and select new level at any time Sorting and Loading Sort clothes carefully by fabric type weight color and amount of soil according to instructions in How to Sort Clothes section Remove the Filter Flo R pan and Mini Basket tub The underside of the lid is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothe Do not...

Page 7: ...ppears 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 material s dacron foam polyester natural feather and down MANUFACTURER S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY If washing is recommended check pil...

Page 8: ...h your detergent Do into bleach dispenser Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage not pour p wdered bleach Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly into the bleach dispenser onto clothes or into the wash basket How to Use the Filter Flo Pan The Filter Flo pan is the lint filter Position the Filter Flo pan on the agitator after load...

Page 9: ... you will probably rewash them and that means you ll waste energy Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility Remember to sort your clothes carefully and load can tell you which are the off peak hours them properly select correct cycles use enough Use your washer s Normal Spin This will remove detergent and choose a water temperature warm more water during spin which will shorten drying enou...

Page 10: ...sket tub softener dispenser on the Filter Flo pan Pour 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or 1 tablespoon 15 ml of diluted softener into a standard measuring cup Add enough water to fill the cup 1 2 full Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser See How to Use the Fabric 5 Replace the Filter Flo pan It serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Mini Basket tub Softener Dispenser 8 Close w...

Page 11: ...as of heavy soil or stain Remove stains See Stain Removal Guide Turn poly knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage EXTRA CLEANING See Tips to Help You Select Settings section for instructions See Stain Removal Guide See Fabric and Cycle Settings guide See The Problem Solver section Soaking and Pretreating a good way to loosen deep soils and stains A thorough soaking with detergent or spe...

Page 12: ... and small items in eacb 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 NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan other easily tangled items always handle se...

Page 13: ...ading clothes If you load your clothes first add detergent next to the agitator RD WATER DO YOU VE 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 If you 1 ive in a rural area or in some suburban areas contact your county agent The answer will be you have so many grains per gall...

Page 14: ... liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes 2 Some of today s washable 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 muc...

Page 15: ... 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 your clot...

Page 16: ...e Flowers Mildew Scorch Soak stain in cool water If stain remains bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint launder Sponge with warm water Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach Sponge with wam water Apply undi ute iqui i derergent Bleach remaining stain with non chlorine bleach then launder Old mildew stains can seldom be removed Scorch can seldom be removed Apply undiluted liquid deter...

Page 17: ... 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 completely removed in wash...

Page 18: ...ent detergent Check hem of T shirt or pillow 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 pac...

Page 19: ...aller 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 wrin ing Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle G Incorrect water level Use larger water level for medium load medium level for small load Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in cold or warm water with plenty ...

Page 20: ... is not caused by washer Overloading or underloading 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 Products section M e sure cord is plugged into outlet Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector knob is pulled out to ON posi...

Page 21: ...in 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 Wipe or dust with damp cloth Try For Long Vacations Be sure wate...

Page 22: ...NOTES ...

Page 23: ...h impaired hearing or speech who have Braille controls f or a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may appliances and a brochure to call 800 TDD GWC 800 833 4322 to request assist in planning a barrier free information or service 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 the ...

Page 24: ...king hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 11 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 CenteP...

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