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CONTROLS SETTING 

Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads

Speed

Wash Water
Temperature

:

Load

Cycle

Cycle Setting

Cottons 

 Linens

White/Colorfast

Normal/Normal
Normal/Normal

 or Warm

Warm or Cold

Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles

Normal or Light Soil Setting

 or Light Soil Setting

Work Clothes, etc.

Heavy soil
Average soil

Normal/Normal
Normal/Normal

Hot
Hot or Warm

Extra Cleaning Cycles
Regular Cycles

Heavy or Normal Setting
Normal Setting

Permanent Press. Treated Cottons.
Blends with Cottons

Heavy or oily soil

Average or light soil

Normal/Gentle
Normal/Gentle

Hot

Extra Cleaning Cycles

 Press & Knits Cycles

Heavy or Normal Setting
P. Press Setting

Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics

Sturdy
Delicate

Normal/Gentle
Gentle/Gentle

Warm
Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles
P. Press   Knits Cycles

P. Press Setting
P. Press Setting

Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk
and Wool

Gentle/Gentle

warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Knits Setting

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Knits Setting

Rayon 

 Acetate

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

Down-filled garments, if machine
washing is recommended

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

P. Press Setting

Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Coveralls

Baby Clothes-Delicate

Blankets—Wool, Part-Wool,

Cotton

Normal/Normal

Hot

Warm

Regular Cycles

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Normal or Light Soil Setting
depending on amount of soil

Gentle/Gentle

5 min. soak then
Normal/Normal

5 min. soak then
Normal/Normal

P. Press Setting

Regular Cycles

Light Soil Setting

Warm

Warm

Regular Cycles

Light Soil Setting

Blankets—Synthetic, Electric

P. Press & Knits Cycles

P. Press 

Curtains—DO NOT MACHINE
WASH FIBERGLASS

Gentle/Gentle

Hot or Warm

Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**

Gentle/Gentle

 or Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

 Press Setting

 Draperies, 

 & Rugs**

Denims (especially Indigo Blue

Jeans) and other fabrics that bleed

Normal/Normal

Hot or Warm

Regular Cycles

Normal Setting

Normal/Normal

Cold or Warm

Regular Cycles

Normal Setting

Knits Setting

Gentle/Gentle

warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Rubber-coated Items, Laminated
Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and
Articles with Plastic Trim

Pillows

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

 Press & Knits Cycles

P. Press or Knits Setting,
depending on amount 

 soil

*Use Cold Rinse to save 

 size, 

 

 and bedspreads may be too 

 for automatic 

 washer.

Summary of Contents for WWA8620R

Page 1: ... Limestone Buildup 15 25 Storage and Vacation Tips 25 User Maintenance instructions 25 Problem Solver 2 l 25 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Preparation Detergents Other Additives l4 l 8 Hard Water 17 Pretreating 9 12 18 Loading the Washer 5 13 Sorting Clothes 5 12 Stains 19 Stain Removal Guide 2O Consumer Services 27 Appliance Registration 2 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Ser...

Page 2: ...ed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal i ury or loss of tife not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance T TO YOU S LL GAS W not try to tight any appliance W not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building c Clear the room building or area of M occupants tiediately ...

Page 3: ...t mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar andor rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death J h Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in orspottedwith 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 the wash...

Page 4: ...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 s Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer Skin i...

Page 5: ...softeners detergent See Detergents Other Additives section for information on detergents and other laundry additives see Other Laundry Products section Close the lid Washer wi 11 fill but not agitate or spin Load clothes into wash basket being ctireful not to overload Clothes should be below retaining ring with the lid open See How to Load Your Washer section for more information Position the Fi l...

Page 6: ... blouses dresses and similar apparel with normal soil Pemamnf Press and Km fi Qcks Knits Cycle A combination of agitation and soak provides effective polyester knits laundering An early and long spray rinse cools down fabrics before the washer reaches maximum spin speed to help prevent wrinkle setting k P PRESS KNlls hman8nf Press ad Kniti tibs OFF W Extra Cleaning Cycles For modern fabrics with h...

Page 7: ...es Cycle Knits Cycles Selector Heavy Normal Light Soak Heavy Normal Perm Press Knits Settings Soil Cycle Soak 6 Wash 15 II 6 15 10 II 3 Spin 3 3fi 3F 3Z 3fi 2Z 2Z Rinse 3X 3X 3 3Y2 3 3 3Z 2Z Spin 7 7 7 7 3 3 4Z 4E 2nd Rinse 3 3 Spin 7 7 Total Time 35 31 26 11 47 42 27 26 NOTES Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle Total time does not include water fill times Fill times vary de...

Page 8: ...recommended Gentle Gentle Warm P Press Knits Cycles P Press Setting Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveralls Baby Clothes Delicate Blankets Wool Part Wool Cotton Normal Normal Hot Warm Regular Cycles P Press Knits Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting depending on amount of soil Gentle Gentle 5 min soak then Normal Normal 5 min soak then Normal N...

Page 9: ...gent or paste made of water and granular detergent Close zippers Wash 2 or 3 at a time 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 diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand You may prefer to use a mild type ...

Page 10: ... liquid SMALL WATER LEVEL 2 3 cup 170 ml liquid Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser Do not overf ll or allow dispenser to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser Position the Fabric Do not stop the washer during the fir...

Page 11: ...our clothes carefully and load them properly select correct cycles use enough detergent and choo ve u wuter temi erature warm enough to rele i e and get rid of voil Use Hot Wash up to 150 F 65 C on a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles such as work and play clothes ENERGY SAVING T S Under normal soil conditions wash in water above 80 F 27 C This generally means using the Warm W...

Page 12: ... knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage EXTRA CLEANING Special Modern Fabric Cycle for removable heavy and oily soils See Tips to Help You Select Settings section for instructions See Stain Removal Guide See Controls Setting Guide See The Problem Solver section Soaking and Pretreating a good way to loosen deep soik and stains A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent i...

Page 13: ...shcloths To Add Items After the Washer Has Stirted c Turn off the washer NOTE When washing stockings Carefully remove the panty hose and other easily tangled Filter Flo pan items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend Add any additional articles by submerging them next to the use of a net laundry bag the agitator Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer Special Recomme...

Page 14: ...fabric 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 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 ...

Page 15: ...limestone deposits reduce limestone buildup in the pump recirculation water hoses filters and Use a packaged non precipitating water softener other washer parts such as Calgon brand with phosphate Reduced useful life of washer Goodl Washing Practices May Delay Limestone Damage to Clothes The following recommendations will temporarily delay Increase amount of detergent See guide on opposite the eff...

Page 16: ... follow instructions on package Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems Always measure detergent u in a standard measuring cup How to use detergent granular or powdered For best results add detergent to the wash basket before loading clothes If you load your clothes first add detergent next to the agitator If your detergent doesn t dissolve well predissolve the detergent i...

Page 17: ...u 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 O to 3 grains per gallon 3 8 liters SO For information on water softeners see the 4 to 10 grains HARD guide below 11 to 19 grains VERY HARD 20 grains and over EXTREMELY HARD Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level Grains of lo 10 15 15 20 20 25 25 30 hardne...

Page 18: ...of 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 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 electri...

Page 19: ...iters 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 clothe...

Page 20: ... in cool water f stain remains bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on previous page launder 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 previous page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Sponge witi w...

Page 21: ...ucts 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 ...

Page 22: ... 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 Tlntex brands following package directions Q Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yello...

Page 23: ...han 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 water with plenty of ...

Page 24: ... 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 Use Extra Cleaning cycles see Tips to Help You Select Settings section Make sure cord is plugged into out...

Page 25: ... 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 water supply is shut off not ...

Page 26: ...NOTES 26 ...

Page 27: ...xpires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount Witi a multiple year contract you re assured of fiture service at today s prices I w J Telecommunication Device for the Deaf Pam andAccesories 800 626 2002 Individu qu fied to service their own appliances can have needed par s or accessories sent directly to their home The GE par s syst...

Page 28: ...l working 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 Replacement of house fuses or you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material Failure of the product if it is used If you then have any questions for other than its intended about operatin...

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