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How to Use the Bleach Dispenser

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Use this dispenser with

liquid bleach only.
If you prefer to
use powdered

bleach, pour it
into the wash
basket along with
your detergent. Do
not pour powdered bleach
into the bleach dispenser.

● 

Measure bleach carefully.

Here are some recommended amounts:

HIGH WATER LEVEL—1   cup(310 ml) liquid
LOW WATER LEVEL—2/3 cup (170 ml) liquid

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Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly

into bleach dispenser.

● 

Do not 

 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 Soak Cycle

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SOAK CYCLE temperature

 automatically be cold. 

 

 

 

● 

For a hot or warm soak,

set the 

 Temp.

control to HOT/COLD or 

 

WARM/COLD and turn 

 , .

the Cycle Selector knob

 

to MEDIUM cycle setting.

● 

Start the washer. After washer fills and begins to

agitate, push in the Cycle Selector knob and turn
to SOAK CYCLE. Pull out the Cycle Selector knob
to complete the cycle.

● 

For an extended soak, 

allow the washer to fill and

agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking
agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop –
the washer (keep lid closed) and allow to soak for as
long as desired. After desired soak period, pull out
the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle.

If your clothes and household
items don’t look clean and fresh
after washing, you 

 probably

rewash them... and that means
you’ll waste energy. Remember
to sort your clothes carefully,
and load them properly, select
correct cycles, use enough
detergent and 

 a 

temperature warm enough to
release and get rid of soil.

● 

Use Hot Wash—up to 

 a regular basis

only 

when washing heavily

soiled articles-such as work

and play clothes.

ENERGY-SAVING 

● 

Under normal soil conditions,

wash in water above 

 This generally

means using the Warm Wash
Temperature setting on your
washer—temperatures
approximately 

 

 or hand

comfortable. If you notice
that soil has accumulated after
several consecutive washings,
use Hot Wash occasionally, if
safe for fabrics.

 Try to wash less often. Save

articles of the same type of
fabric until you have a full load.

● 

If you must wash smaller

loads, adjust the amount of
water. Small loads should have
lower water levels.

● 

Wash in off-peak utility hours.

Your local utility can tell you
which are the off-peak hours.

● 

Use Normal (Fast) Spin Speed

to remove more water and help
lessen drying time. The dryer will
remove any wrinkles caused by
the Fast Spin.

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Summary of Contents for mW2500R

Page 1: ...tergents Other Additives 11 15 Energy Saving Tips 8 Hard Water 14 Limestone Deposits 12 Loading the Washer 4 10 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructions 8 Pretreating 7 9 15 Problem Solver 18...

Page 2: ...or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance W T TO DO IF YOU S LL GAS Do not try to light any apptiance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phon...

Page 3: ...minimhe the possibility of injury Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar andor 6 rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death l h Do not wash or dry arti...

Page 4: ...s shock unplug this appliance from should be followed very carefully the power supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Far washer operation NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an 0 po...

Page 5: ...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 z For...

Page 6: ...te Down filled garments if machine washing is recommended Gentle Slow warm Permanent Press Setting Medium or Light Setting depending on amount of soil Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Sh...

Page 7: ...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 c...

Page 8: ...elector knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period pull out the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle If your clothes and household...

Page 9: ...s zip zippers snap snaps hooks and 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...

Page 10: ...like sheets Do not wrap around the agitator Small Items like washcloths Medium Size Items like towels To Add Items After the Washer Has Stirted Turn off the washer NOTE When washing stockings panty ho...

Page 11: ...abric 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 clea...

Page 12: ...ildup Use a powdered phosphate detergent 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 pre...

Page 13: ...ou have common cause of laundry 1 Hard water 2 Large loads problems Always 3 Greasy or oily soils measure detergent 4 Lower wash temperature in a standard measuring cup 5 Low phosphate detergent How t...

Page 14: ...than 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 o...

Page 15: ...ed such as 100Yo cotton flame retardant children s sleepwe silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special in...

Page 16: ...th 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 synth...

Page 17: ...ording to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page Paint and Varnish Soften with oil lard or petroleum jelly then sponge with turpentine or banana oil Launder in warm water Perspiration Apply undiluted...

Page 18: ...ther Laundry Products section pilling usually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning cIothes inside out may provide some help Static electricity caused by o...

Page 19: ...ase 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 bl...

Page 20: ...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 wri...

Page 21: ...Medium or Heavy Soil Cycles for delicate articles Use Permanent Press Cycle Refer to Garment Manufacturer s Care Labels Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused...

Page 22: ...ween washing steps such as between wash and IN CYCLE spin or between s in and rinse If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service CARE Am CLEANmG USER...

Page 23: ...be there after your Hotpoint product warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you 11 receive a substantial discount With a multiple year con tract you re assu...

Page 24: ...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 you how to use the product Rea...

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