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 PROBLEM 

(continued)

PROBLEM

 CLOTHES

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YELLOWED
CLOTHES

 OR GRAY

COLOR 

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● 

Improper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient.

However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use
twice 

 recommended amount of detergent.

● 

Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at

bottom of opposite page.

● 

Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition. Use shorter wash times for

smaller loads.

 Detergent dissolves too slowly. Detergent must be present in the wash solution at the

start of agitation. See Detergent 

 Additives section.

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To restore grayed clothes, follow one of these procedures:

1. 

 clothes in washer. Fill with HOT water. Check garment manufacturer’s care

labels to determine if hot water is suitable for garment.

● 

Add a non-precipitating type of water softener such as 

 brand.

Use 

 times as much as you need for normal water softening.

● 

Do not use detergent or soap.

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Allow clothes to go through complete cycle.

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Repeat, if necessary.

2. If you prefer to use the Soak cycle, see How to Use the Soak Cycle section. Use

the water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes
to soak for about 20 minutes.

3. Use an extra cleaning cycle. See Tips to Help You Select Settings section.

● 

Incomplete removal of soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent. Check hem

of 

 or pillow case.   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 

 2 brand). Refer to garment manufacturer’s care instructions. Restore color

using color remover (such as 

 or 

 brands), following package directions.

 Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yellow spots.

1. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water before

adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.

2.

3.

4.

Have a special filter installed in your home to remove iron and manganese
from water.
Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines; drain water
heater occasionally.

To remove spots: 

Spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze

lemon juice 

 To 

remove overall 

 

 

rust scale remover, following package instructions. If porcelain damage can occur,
do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.

 use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on 

 always

dilute before adding to rinse water. See Other 

 Products section. Also, do not

lift lid during spin. This may cause improper dispensing, resulting in stains.  To remove

 Dampen stained area and rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Rewash, using

chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.

Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others maybe safely

 but will 

   a dryer. Follow garment manufacturer’s care instructions

exactly.   in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.

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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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