GE WWA8480BAL Use And Care Manual Download Page 2

HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this book carefully.

Save time and money.

Write down the model

It is intended to help you

Before you request service . . .

and serial numbers.

operate and maintain your

check the Problem Solver

You’ll find them on a label on

new washer properly.

section. It lists causes of minor

the lower left side near the front.

Keep it handy for answers to

operating problems that you can

your questions.

correct yourself.

These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product 

If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include

If you received a

Registration ’Card that came 

your phone number)

damaged washer...

your washer. Before sending in
this card, please write these

Consumer Affairs

Immediately contact the dealer (or

GE Appliances, Appliance Park

builder) that sold you the washer.

Louisville, KY 40225

numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your washer.

 For your safety the information in this manual must   

 to 

the risk of 

 or 

 or to prevent property damage, 

 

 or loss of 

—Do not store or use 

 or other

● 

Immediately 

 your gas supplier from a

flammable vapors and liquids in the

neighbor’s phone. 

 the gas 

vicinity of this or any other 

instructions.

 TO DO   YOU 

 GAS

.   you 

 reach your gas supplier,

● 

Do not try to 

 any appliance.

 

 fire department.

● 

Do not touch any 

 switch;

—Initiation and service must be performed

do not use any phone in your 

by a 

 

 service agency or

the gas 

● 

 the room, 

 or area of 

All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.

If You Need Service

To obtain service, see the
warranty on the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for further help.

First, contact the people who

FINALLY, if your problem

serviced your appliance. Explain

is still not resolved, write:

why you are not pleased. In most

Major Appliance Consumer

cases, this will 

 the problem.

Action Panel

NEXT, if you are still not pleased,

20 North 

 Drive

write all the details—including

Chicago, IL 60606

your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

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Summary of Contents for WWA8480BAL

Page 1: ...Storage and Vacation Tips 2l User Maintenance instructions 2l Problem Solver l 7 22 More auestions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 u Preparation Detergents Other Additives 10 1 2 Hard Water 13 Loa...

Page 2: ...gasoHne or other Immediately CM your gas supplier from a flammable vapors and liquids in the neighbor s phone Fo ow the gas supptier s vicinity of this or any other apptiance instructions T TO DO W YO...

Page 3: ...y Do not mix chlorine bleach with x ammonia or acids such as vinegar an or g mst remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death 4 h Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in...

Page 4: ...Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OW position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply Do not tmper tith controls Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged malfunctioning parti...

Page 5: ...mfortable If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics Always rinse in cold water The temperature of the rinse does not affe...

Page 6: ...is recommended BdtTy clothes sturdy such as NornI Il HOI Dit pcrs Nightgowns Shi ts P Lds Sheets Receiving Blankets C over Ills B Ihy Clo hes t clictite Gentle W ll nl Bl ulkets W I P II t W l Cotton...

Page 7: ...me or add towels to balance GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE 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 d...

Page 8: ...LJ L J J It pays to check and prepare 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 h...

Page 9: ...in this order Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the agitator Small Items like washcloths Medium Size Items like towels To Add Items After the Washer Has Started Turn off the washer NOTE When...

Page 10: ...ric blends well 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...

Page 11: ...ergent 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...

Page 12: ...produces too many suds switch to a low sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems Always measure detergent w in a stan...

Page 13: ...han 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...

Page 14: ...today s washable 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 f...

Page 15: ...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 stain...

Page 16: ...leaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply undiluted liquid de ergent Old stains Bleach according tu the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page Soften with oil ard or petroleum jelly then sponge with turpe...

Page 17: ...our washer is so equipped See Operating Instructions Leaflet Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may provide some help...

Page 18: ...ctions Letiet Use water softener in place of soak agent or prewash detergent and allow clothes to soak for about 20 minutes Use Extra Cleaning cycle if your washer is so equipped see Operating Instruc...

Page 19: ...g or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used to shape set shrinkage may occur This cannot be corrected but it can be prevented by washing in cool or warm water and drying on Low or Delicate...

Page 20: ...ing at collars and cuffs This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the Permanent Press process It is not caused by washer You can slow this process by washing small Permanent Press loads with a Lar...

Page 21: ...t may strike the outer tub creating a loud but harmless noise To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart Washer normally pauses between wa...

Page 22: ...ht coating of lubricant to prevent parts sticking together If this area appears to be dry apply a light coat of grease or Petroleum Jelly around the slotted section of the shaft before replacing the a...

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Page 24: ...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 U...

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