GE WWA7640S Use And Care Manual Download Page 12

OTHER 

 PRODUCTS

Laundry
Product and 

BLEACH
Chlorine liquid

such   Clorox brand

Non-chlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand

FABRIC SOFTENERS

 additive such as

Downy brand

SANITIZER

Chlorine bleach

such as Clorox brand

WATER SOFTENER

Non-precipitating

such as 

 brand

Precipitating such as
Borax brand

SOAK AGENT

Such as 

 brand

PRE-TREATING, STAIN

AND SPOT REMOVERS

Such as Spray>n Wash
and 

 brands

TINTS AND 

DYES

Powdered 

 as 

 

 brands

How to Use It

Use your bleach dispenser,
See How to Use Your Bleach
Dispenser section.

If you do not have a bleach dispenser,
pour diluted bleach next to the agitator,

Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent,

 package directions

 diluting softeners.

Use in case of infection
and contagious 
See under Bleach above.

Follow package directions.
Add at start   wash cycle.

Follow package directions,
Add at start of wash cycle.

Follow package directions,

Follow package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
care labels for instructions.

Follow package directions.

NOTE: Tinted garments may

not be colorfast. Wash separately

Special Instructions

1) Dilute 

 

 using on any fabric, Do not pour

undiluted 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, 

 or non-fast colors.

3) Check manufacturers’ 

 labels 

 special instructions,

1) May be used on most 

 Test fabric first.

1) Helps make clothes 

 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.

Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.

Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.

For best results, soak garments a minimum of 

 minutes.

CAUTION: Washer and 

 control panels and finishes

may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and
stain remover products   such products are sprayed on or
have direct contact with the washer. Apply these pre-treatment
products 

 from washer. The fabric may then be 

normally. Damage   your washer caused by pre-treatment
products is not covered by your warranty.

Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go through
complete cycle using hot 

 

 cup ( 120 ml) detergent,

1 cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe exterior parts. 

Caution: Tinting

may discolor plastic in washer. Subsequent washings will
reduce discoloration but may never eliminate it.

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Summary of Contents for WWA7640S

Page 1: ...tator 19 Storage and Vacation Tips 19 User Maintenance Instructions 19 a Problem Solver l5 l9 More questions call GE Answer Centerm 800 626 2000 Preparation Detergents and Additives 11 12 HardWater 11...

Page 2: ...st be fo owed to minim the risk of fm or explosion or to prevent property damag personal injury or loss of hfe Do not stare or use gasoh or other flammable vapors and fiqtids in the cMty of t or any o...

Page 3: ...e the po ibility of i ury Do not mix c orine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar andor rust remover Mixing can ptiuee a kmm toxic gas which may cause death J t A Do not wash or dry articles t...

Page 4: ...articles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use 1 A me laundry process can reduce the ffameretardancy of fabrics Toavoidsucharesult thegarment manufacturer s care instructions...

Page 5: ...nd 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 conc...

Page 6: ...ush Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting Select Water Level e SMALL Washer is less than 1 3 full of clothes MEDIUM Between 1 3 and 1 2 full LARGE Between 1 2 and 2 3...

Page 7: ...into the bleach dispenser fabric damage c Measure bleach carefully See manufacturer s instructions Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket How to Use the Auto...

Page 8: ...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 T...

Page 9: ...asten 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 fab...

Page 10: ...ASHER 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 ove...

Page 11: ...basket before loading clothes 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...

Page 12: ...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 c re...

Page 13: ...ers 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 thes...

Page 14: ...id rinse well then wash as usual Old stains Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint Iaundcr Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If color has cbangcd you may be able to restor...

Page 15: ...s 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...

Page 16: ...or pillow case H 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 Us...

Page 17: ...oads 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 Incorrect...

Page 18: ...nts weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Overloading or under loading washer for selected water level Load washer only with number of items that will move f...

Page 19: ...SHER PAUSES Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash and spin or IN CYCLE between spin and rinse If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer in...

Page 20: ...NOTES 20...

Page 21: ...NOTES...

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Page 23: ...ng or speech who have Braille c rrt r ls for a variety c f GE access to a TD1 or a ct nventiorral teletypewriter may appliances and a brochure to call 800 TDI GEA J 800 8 33 4322 to request assist in...

Page 24: ...Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 I WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service tri s to vour home to teach Replacement of house fuses or resetting of...

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