GE WWA8850S Use And Care Manual Download Page 2

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 YOU...

Read this book carefully.

It 

is 

intended 

to help you

operate and maintain your
new washer properly.

Keep it handy for answers to
your questions.

If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
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Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville. KY 40225

Save time and money.

Before you request service . . .
check the Problem Solver
section. It lists causes of minor

operating problems that you can
correct yourself.

If you received a
damaged washer...

Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the washer.

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 800.626.2000.

Write down the model
and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label on
the lower left side near the front.

These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your washer. Before sending in
this card, please write these
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 

 must be 

 to 

the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, 

 injury or 

 of 

 not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other 

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 GAS

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 any 

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Do not 

 any 

 

do not use any phone   your 

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Clear the room, building or 

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Immediately@ your gas supplier from a

neighbor’s 

 

 

 gas 

instructions.

.   you 

 reach your gas 

 fire department.

 

 

 must be performed

by a 

 

 service 

 

the gas 

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

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To obtain service, see the
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in the back of this book.

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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

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Summary of Contents for WWA8850S

Page 1: ... and Cycle Settings 9 Care and Cleaning Agitator 2 1 Storage and Vacation Tips 21 User Maintenance Instructions 21 Problem Solver l7 2l More questions call GE Answer Centera 80 626 2000 Preparation Detergents and Additives 13 14 Hard Water 13 Loading the Washer 6 12 SortingClothes 6 11 Stains 15 StainRemovalGuide 16 Consumer Services 23 ApplianceRegistration 2 Important Phone Numbers 23 Model and ...

Page 2: ...iiowed to minimim the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personai injury or loss of Me Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appiiance T TO DO YOU S LL GAS s Do not try to tight any appiiance Do not tou any elatrid switi do not use any phone in your buiiding Clear the room building or wa of all Wcupants Immediat...

Page 3: ...injury Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinega an or mst remover Mixing can produce a bum toxic gas which may cause death h Do not wash or dry articles that ft 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 add these subst...

Page 4: ...he lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an 0 position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply Do not tirnper with controls s 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 Do not wash f berglass articles in your washer Skin i...

Page 5: ... and 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 concern must be reset for desired wash cycle Knits Cycle Extra Cleaning Cycle A shorter cycle specially designed for today s knits For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil Agitation An early and long ...

Page 6: ...unloading clothes Do not use the Mini Basket tub when washing regular loads You 11 find complete details on how and when to use it in How to Use the Mini Basket Tub section Add measured amount of detergent See Detergents section for information on detergents and other laundry additives Select Was inse Temperature Select Optional Extra Rinse if desired Turning control to SET will provide a second d...

Page 7: ...ppears when 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 TUMBLE DRIED Pillows are made of different materialsdacron foam polyester natural feather and down MANUFACTURER S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY If washing is recommended check pillo...

Page 8: ...ectly into the bleach dispenser onto clothes or into the wash basket How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser Position the Fabric Softener Dispenser on the Filter Flo pan Pour manufacturer s recommended amount of fabric softener into a one cup 240 ml measuring cup Add enough water to fill the cup 1 2 full Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser The fabric softener will automatically be dispen...

Page 9: ... The MINI QUICK cycle is a short cycle intended to 1 Follow steps 1 through 8 on in the section How to wash small loads of lightly soiled clothes you need in Use the Mini Basket Tub section a hurry 2 Push the Cycle Selector knob in and turn it The Mini Basket tub should be used for clockwise to the MINI QUICK cycle satisfactory results 3 Pull the Cycle Selector knob out to start the washer ENERGY ...

Page 10: ...nser See How to Use the Bleach Dispenser section 7 Add fabric softener if desired Place the fabric softener dispenser on the Filter Flo 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 Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser 8 Close wa...

Page 11: ...rs 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 See Tips to Help You Select Settings section for instructions See Stain Removal Guide See Fabric and Cycle Settings guide See The Problem Solver section Soaking and Pretreating a good way to loosen deep soils and stains A thorough soa...

Page 12: ...nd 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 oversudsing or out of balance conditions To Add Items After the Washer Has Started Turn off the washer NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan other easily tangled items always handle sepa...

Page 13: ...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 it and if so how hard it is If you live in a municipal area contact your water company If you live in a rural area or in some suburban areas contact your county agent The answer will be you have so m...

Page 14: ...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 care labels for special instructions 1 May be used on most fabrics Test fabric first 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2 Reduces static electricity 3 Use the following manufacturer s direction Too much...

Page 15: ... 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 the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water which you may not notice as you put your clot...

Page 16: ... fluid rinse well then wash as usual Old stains Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint launder Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water f color has changed you maybe able to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar If any stain remains treat with safe dry cleaning fluid rinse well then wash as usual Apply st remover usingmanufacturer sdirections Rinse and launder Other ...

Page 17: ...ection 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 sofiener 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 wash c...

Page 18: ...nt detergent Check hem of T shirt or pillow case If 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 Clorox 2 brand Refer to garment manufacturer s care instructions Restore color using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands following pack...

Page 19: ...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 wrinMing Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle hcorrect water level Use larger 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 deterge...

Page 20: ...and is not caused by washer Over loading or under loading washer for selected water level Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level Pretreat with liquid detergent See Other Laundry Products section Make sure cord is plugged into outlet Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector knob is pulled out to O...

Page 21: ...orcelain is self 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 sur...

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Page 23: ...red hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety ofGE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may appliances and a br chure to call 800 TDD GEAC1 800 833 4322 to request assist in planning a barrier free infi rrnation or service kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Service Contracts 80M2 2224 You can have the secure ...

Page 24: ...ours 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 Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Cente 800 626 2...

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