GE WWA9850R Use And Care Manual Download Page 22

 

 PRODUCTS

Laundry
Product and 

BLEACH

Chlorine liquid

such as Clorox brand

Non-chlorine such as
Clorox 2 brand

FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as
Downy Brand

Wash additive such as
Rain Barrel brand

SANITIZER
Chlorine bleach
such as Clorox brand

WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating
such as 

 brand

Precipitating such as
Borax brand

SOAK AGENT
Such as 

 brand

PRETREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT REMOVERS
Such as 

 Wash

and 

 brands

TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as 
and 

 brands

How to Use It

Dilute bleach with at least one quart

 liter) water and add after wash

action has started and detergent is
dissolved.

Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.

Mix recommended amount with one
cup (240 ml) water and add at start of
rinse 

Follow package directions.
Add during wash cycle.

Use in case of infection and
contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.

Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.

Follow package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.

Follow package directions

Follow package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
care labels for instructions.

Follow 

package directions.

NOTE: Tinted garments may
not be colorfast. Wash separately,

Special Instructions

1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach

directly into washer or on dry clothes.

2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine

bleached such as: 100% cotton flame-retardant children’s

 silk, wool, mohair, 

 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) 1s most effective in hot water.

1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.

2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on

some clothes.

4) Do not pour directly on clothes.
5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle,

such as Rain Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s
instructions exactly.

Guards against infection by killing

most bacteria and viruses.

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.

Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or 

 appearance to water.

CAUTION: Washer control panels and finishes may
be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain
remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the washer. Apply these pretreatment
products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment
products is not covered by your warranty,

Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go
through complete 

 (5-minute wash) using hot water,

1/2 

cup 

(120 

 detergent,   cup (240 

 bleach. Wipe

exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration
but may never eliminate it.

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Summary of Contents for WWA9850R

Page 1: ... Cycle 12 13 23 Care and Cleaning Agitator 30 Limestone Buildup 1 9 30 Storage and Vacation Tips 30 User Maintenance instructions 3O Problem Solver 25 29 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Preparation Detergents Other Additives 18 22 Hard Water 21 Loading the Washer 5 17 Pretreating 15 16 22 Sorting Clothes 5 16 Stains 12 23 Stain Removal Guide 24 Consumer Services 3l ApplianceRegis...

Page 2: ... to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage persoti i ury or loss of Me Do not store or w gasoline or other tiediately M your gas supptier from a flammable vapors and liquids in the neighbor s phone FOOOW the gas suppfier s vicinity of this or any other appliance instructions W T TO DO YOU S LL GAS H you cannot reach your gas supplier c Do not try to tight any applianc...

Page 3: ...inimize the possibility of injury Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar an or rust remover Mixing can produce a C toxic gas which may cause death 4 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 explod...

Page 4: ...he lint filter 3 NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector Y knob to an OFF 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 c Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer S...

Page 5: ...inished Do not use the Filter 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 w...

Page 6: ...e Selector knob control at the double square in and turn clockwise to position your selected wash setting Select Extra Rinse if desired Sliding control to ON will provide a second deep rinse in the Regular Cycle If no Extra Rinse is desired slide control to OFF Etira Rinse cycle START E ON OFF 3 v STOP Pull Cycle Selector knob to start the washer To change setting after washer has started push Cyc...

Page 7: ...king agent for a short time then the water spins out Washer turns off at end of Soak Cycle must be reset for desired wash cycle What Happens in Each Setting Approximate Minutes Cycle Selector Regular Cycles Permanent Press Special Settings Heavy Normal Light Soil Soak Normal Light Knits Wash 6 Soak 2 2 Wash 15 12 6 10 6 3 Spin 3 12 3 12 3 2 2 2 1 2 2 Rinse 3 3 3 3 2 1 2 2 Spin 7 7 7 7 4 12 4 1 4 1...

Page 8: ...red amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser not pour powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser Do not overfill or allow dispenser to ovefiow 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 Dispenser on the ...

Page 9: ...asket tub with the Soak Cycle ENERGY SAVING T S If your clothes and household items don t look clean Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can and fresh after washing you will probably rewash tell you which are the off peak hours them and that means you ll waste energy Remember to sort your clothes carefully and load them properly Use your washer s Normal Spin This will remove select c...

Page 10: ...ation 7 Add fabric softener if desired but not for tub before loading clothes about the same amount the Mini Quick cycle Place the fabric softener you would use for a small load in the regular wash basket See the How Much Detergent Should You dispenser on the Filter Flo pan Pour 1 teaspoon Use section for more information 5 ml of concentrated softener or 1 tablespoon 15 ml of diluted softener into...

Page 11: ...does not include water fill times Fill times vary depending on household water pressure Special Instructions for Use of the Mini Basket Tub The Mini Basket tub can be used with any cycle Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with except the SOAK cycle the MINI QUICK cycle Do not wash clothes in the regular wash basket Shake sand andor loose dirt out of clothes before when using the Mini Basket ...

Page 12: ...ended amount of detergent Odds are good that Step 2 will remove these stains Grass Foliage Flowers Aged Blood Antiperspirants Deodorants Coffee and Tea s Fresh Fruit Fruit Juices Wine Food Coloring Vegetables If the stain remains after you have tried both steps or if the stain is caused by rust adhesives chewing gum etc paint varnish or tar or if the item is too big to be Iaundemd in the Mini Bask...

Page 13: ...water which is normal a Spokcrubbar ON and restart washer Leave Water Level control at MINI BASKET 0 For best results don t overload the Mini Basket tub It s better to do two loads so laundry can move A freely in the water What Happens During the SPOTSCRUBBER Cycle When agitation begins the When agitation stops the SPOTSCRUBBER control moves SPOTSCRUBBER control counterclockwise for about half mov...

Page 14: ...achine washing is recommended Knits or Delicates Cottons Colorfast Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Settinf Spotscmbber Cycle Set at Start Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveralls Baby Clothes Delicate Knits or Delicates Special Cycles Set at Knits Spotscrubber Cycle Set at Start Washable Woolens Regular Cycles Light Soil Setting Blankets Wo...

Page 15: ... 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 detergent Do hand knit garments by hand or in Mini Basket tub See How to Use Mini Bask...

Page 16: ...s and stubborn soil automatically and refer to the Stain Removal Guide when you elect to pretreat and scrub stains by hand Turn poly knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage Soaking and Pretreating a good way to loosen deep soils and stains 16 For instructions on different fabrics and loads see the Controls Setting Guide A thorough soaking with detergent or special soaking agent is anoth...

Page 17: ...Items like towels To Add Items After Turn off the washer Carefully remove the Filter Flo pan the Washer Has Started NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tan lin 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 R...

Page 18: ...bric 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 cl...

Page 19: ...gent or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area G Install a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone buildup Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate Good Washing Practices May Delay Limestone Damage to Clothes The following recommendations will temporarily delay the effects of limestone on your clothes These are general...

Page 20: ... 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 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 clothe...

Page 21: ...ith either gallon 3 8 liters and means this 1 An installed water softener in your home or O to 3 grains per gallon 3 8 liters SO 2 The use of a packaged water softener 4 to 10 grains HARD For information on water softeners see the 11 to 19 grains VERY HARD guide below 20 grains and over EXTREMELY HARD Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level Grains of hardness 0 10 10 15 15 20 20 25 25...

Page 22: ...r on dry clothes 2 Some 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 1s most effective in hot water 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft ...

Page 23: ... a hidden inside seam detergent or on a sample of the material Stiin Removal Hint Using Chlorine Bleach for White and Bleachable Fabrics Mix 1 4 cup 60 ml chlorine bleach with one gallon 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 may If these ...

Page 24: ...rse in very cold water Use dull tool to carefully scrape ofias much adhesive or gum as possible Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid then launder Fresh stains Place stain face down on an absorbent towel and sponge with dry cleaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply undiluted liquid detergent Old stains Bleach per the Stain Removal Hint on previous page Soften with oil lard or petroleum jelly then ...

Page 25: ...wash cycle Use Fabric Softener Dispenser 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 washi...

Page 26: ...constant use of insufficient 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 Ti...

Page 27: ...clothes in washer Permanent Press loads should always be smaller than 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 w...

Page 28: ... for delicate articles Use fiits or Deficates Fabric Care program Refer to Garment Manufacturer s Care Labels Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Slow process by washing on any Fabric Care program that has a Gentle Spin Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level Use...

Page 29: ...R Cycle a sharp distinctive sound will be heard soon after agitation begins This is the sound of the water recirculation system cutting off to keep tie concentrated detergent solution in the Mini Basket tub Heavily unbalanced loads can cause tie washer to vibrate excessively during spin and may cause it to move from its original position In extreme cases usuNly occurs when washing a single heavy i...

Page 30: ...ow to remove the agitator To remove the agitator snap the cap off and remove the screw Then remove the agitator extender on models so equipped and the agitator To replace the agitator carefully lower it straight o down onto the shaft so that it fits snugly into place Replace the agitator extender on models so equipped the screw and the cap h 1 II Cap Screw Agitator Extender on some models Agitator...

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