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CONTROLS

Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads

Speed

Normal/Normal
Normal/Normal

Wash Water

Temperature’

Load

Cottons and Linens

White/Colorfast

Cycle Setting

Hot or Warm
Warm or Cold

Regular Cycles
Regular Cycles

Normal or Light Soil Setting
Normal or Light Soil Setting

Work Clothes, etc.

Heavy soil
Average soil

Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons

Heavy or oily soil
Average

light soil

Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics

Sturdy
Delicate

Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk
and Wool

Rayon and Acetate

Normal/Normal
Normal/Normal

Normal/Gentle

Normal/Gentle
Gentle/Gentle

Gentle/Normal

Gentle/Gentle

Hot
Hot or Warm

Extra Cleaning Cycles
Regular Cycles

Heavy Setting
Normal Setting

Hot
Warm

Extra Cleaning Cycles
P. Press & Knits Cycles

Heavy Setting
Perm. Press Setting

P. Press & Knits Cycles
P. Press & Knits Cycles

Perm. Press Setting
Knits Setting

Warm
Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Knits Setting

Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Knits Setting

Down-filled garments, if machine
washing is recommended

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Perm. Press Setting

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

Normal/Normal

Hot

Regular Cycles

Normal or Light Soil Setting,
depending on amount of soil

Baby Clothes—Delicate

Blankets—Wool. Part-Wool,

Cotton

Gentle/Gentle

5 min. soak then
Normal/Normal

Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Perm. Press Setting

Warm

Regular Cycles

Soil Setting

Regular Cycles

Light Soil Setting

Blankets—Synthetic, Electric

5 min. soak then
Normal/Normal

Warm

Curtains—DO NOT MACHINE

WASH FIBERGLASS

Gentle/Gentle

Hot or Warm

P. Press Knits Cycles

Perm. Press Setting

Chenille Bedspreads, Robes**

Gentle/Gentle

Hot or Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Perm. Press Setting

Slipcovers, Draperies,

& Rugs*’

Normal/Normal

or Warm

Regular Cycles

Normal Setting

Denims (especially Indigo Blue
Jeans) and other fabrics that

Normal/Normal

Cold or Warm

Regular Cycles

Normal Setting

Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Knits Setting

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

Gentle/Gentle

Pillows

Gentle/Gentle

Warm

P. Press & Knits Cycles

Perm. Press or Knits Setting,
depending on amount soil

*Use Cold Rinse to save energy.

draperies

bedspreads may be too large for automatic home-size washer.

Summary of Contents for WWA8850R

Page 1: ...ning Agiator 26 Limestone Buildup 16 26 Storage and Vacation Tips 26 User Maintenance instructions 26 Problem Solver 22 26 More questions call GE Answer Centera 800 626 2000 Preparation Detergents Other Additives 15 19 Hard Water 18 Loading the Washer 5 14 Pretreating 9 13 19 SortingClothes 5 13 Stains 2O Stain Removal Guide 2 1 Consumer Services 27 ApplianceRegistration 2 Model and Serial Numbers...

Page 2: ...o minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasotine or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance W T TO DO YOU S LL GAS Do not try to tight any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clmr the room building or area of all occupanfi kedia...

Page 3: ...the possibility of injury Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar andor rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death 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 a...

Page 4: ... lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an 0 position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply s Do not timper tith controls Do not operate tis 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 Skin irrit...

Page 5: ...er Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan See How to Use Bleach Dispenser section for information on the Bleach Dispenser See How to Use Fabric Softener Dispenser section for more information on the Fabric Softener Dispenser For information on bleaches and fabric softeners see Other Laundry Products section Close the lid Washer will fill but not agitate or...

Page 6: ... prevent set in wrinkles in permanent press shirts blouses dresses and similar apparel with normal soil I 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 PreWash Cycle For use when clothes are excessively soiled Provides an agit...

Page 7: ... Oi NORMAL HEAVY OFF o OFF STM1 I P of OFF I I What Happens in Each Setting Approximate Minutes Cycle Selector Settings Soak Wash Spin Rinse 2nd Rinse Spin Total Time I I Extra Cleaning Permanent Press and Regular Cycles Cycles Knits Cycles PreWash Cycle Heavy Normal I ight Soak Heavy Normal Perm Press Knits Soil Cycle 7Z 14Y I 12 I 6 I I 15 I 10 I II 131 2 I I 7 7 7 7 3 3 4F 4 3 3 7 7 35 31 25 11...

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

Page 9: ...granular detergent Close zippers Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balanw GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretieat Sfi ts Rinse diapers nightgowns pads and sheets after use Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borat m brand You may prefer to use a mild type detergent Do hand knit garments b...

Page 10: ...p 170 ml liquid MINI BAS T tu l 4 cup 60 ml liquid Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser Do not overfill or allow dispenser to ovetiow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket or Mini Basket tub How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser Position the Fabric Softener Dispens...

Page 11: ...Hot Wash up to 150 F 65 C n a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles such as work and play clothes Under normal soil conditions wash in water above 80 F 27 C This generally means using the Warm Wash temperature setting on your washer temperatures approximately 90 F l 10 F 32 C 380C or hand comfortable If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use H...

Page 12: ...cup 60 ml irectly into the bleach dismnser 4 Y See How to Use tfie Bleach Dispenser section 7 Add fabric softener if desired Place the fabric softener dispenser on the Filter no 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 Us...

Page 13: ... 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 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 Pro...

Page 14: ...tems like washcloths To Add Items After the Washer Has Started Turn off the washer NOTE When washing stockings Carefully remove the Filter Flo panty hose and other easily tangled pan items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend Add any additional articles by the use of a net laundry bag submerging them next to the agitator Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer Speci...

Page 15: ...ll 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 clothes and wash...

Page 16: ... a powdeti hate deter ti or a liquid tergent if these are avaiiabk in your area Instil a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone bui Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Cdgon brand with phosphate Good Washing Practices May Delay Limestone Dwage to Clothes The following recommendations will temporarily delay the effects of limestone on your clothes These are...

Page 17: ...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 in hot water then pour directly into the wash basket To use granular or powdered detergent in the Mini Basket tub put detergent in the bottom of Mini Basket tub before loading clothes To...

Page 18: ...ns you 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 hardness When using with det...

Page 19: ...hable 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 electricity 3 Use car...

Page 20: ...allon 3 8 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 tie oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water which you may not notice as you put ...

Page 21: ... detergent Old stains Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page Soften with oil lard or petroleum jelly then sponge with turpentine or banana oil Launder in warm water Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with mmonia or vinegar If any stain remains treat with safe dry Ieaning fluid or bleach acco...

Page 22: ...See Other Laundry Products 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 ...

Page 23: ...ter is yellow it contains body oil Restore whiteness following procedures in Grayed Clothes above Q 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 package directions Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or...

Page 24: ...s to give clothes room to move freely Incorrect wash and dry cycles Use Permanent Press Wash cycle which provides a cooldown rinse to minimize writiing 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 detergent Accumulation of lime scale due to...

Page 25: ...sphere 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 freelv Select correct water level Pretreat with liquid detergent Use Extra Cleaning cycle see Tips to Help You Select Settings section Make sure cord is plugged into outlet Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on Make sure controls are set and Cyc...

Page 26: ... 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 water supply i...

Page 27: ...rranty expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Telecommunication Device for the Deaf Patis andAccessories 800 626 2002 Individu qufified to service their o appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts ...

Page 28: ...ng 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 operating the p...

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