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Light, Medium and Heavy Soil 

For most cottons, linens, and work and play clothes.
Longer wash times plus an extra deep rinse, spray
rinse and spin provide thorough washing and
detergent removal.

For fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation

 extra detergent loosens stubborn soils, and

an automatic extra rinse and spin help remove
any detergent left after the first rinse and spin.

Permanent Press 

For loads of synthetic 

 delicate fabrics. A cold

water cool-down helps prevent set-in wrinkles in
permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses, and similar
apparel with normal soil.

 

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.

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Summary of Contents for WLW5700R

Page 1: ...Soak Setting Sorting 7 8 4 13 Cycle Settings 6 7 Stains 20 Detergents Other Additives 15 19 Stain Removal Guide 21 Energy Saving Tips 12 Storage and Vacation Tips 26 Fabric Softener Dispenser 8 Super...

Page 2: ...asoline or other Q tiediately d your gas suppiier from a flammable vapom and liquids in the neighbor s phone Foflow the gas suppiier s vicinity of this or any other applianw instrudom T TO DO YOU SWLL...

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

Page 4: ...sult from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use 4 A The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment m...

Page 5: ...f clothes HANDWASH Not used for regular loads See How to Use the Handwash System If you wish to increase water level after you ve made a selection turn knob to reset and select new level Select Extra...

Page 6: ...an automatic extra rinse and spin help remove any detergent left after the first rinse and spin Permanent Press Cycle For loads of synthetic andor delicate fabrics A cold water cool down helps preven...

Page 7: ...reset for desired wash cycle What Happens in Each Setting Approximate Minutes Cycle Selector Heavy Normal Light Soak SUPER Knitd RAPID Permanent HAND Settings Soil CYCLE Delicates WASH Press WASH Wash...

Page 8: ...dispenser to empty too soon When using Fabric Softener Dispenser with the HANDWASH system use one 1 teaspoon 5 ml of concentrated softener or one 1 tablespoon 15 ml of diluted softener Do not use the...

Page 9: ...y into place DO NOT FORCE See How to Use Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispenser Ress gently on AVY DUTY agitator until it is sections seated securely Close lid and set controls as vadabb wat r levels fi...

Page 10: ...hine washing is recommended Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveralls Cottons Colorfast Medium or Light Setting deWnding on amount of soil Baby Clo...

Page 11: ...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 she...

Page 12: ...tely 90 F l IO F 32 C 380C or hand comfortable If you notice that soil has accumulated after several consecutive washings use Hot Wash occasionally if safe for fabrics Always rinse in cold water The t...

Page 13: ...nding rips hems tears Check dl items for areas of heavy soil or stain Remove stains See Stin Removal Guide Turn poly knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage SUPERCYCLE Special Fabric Cycle...

Page 14: ...not wrap around the agitator Small Items like washcloths Medium Size Items like towels To Add Item After the Washer Has Stirted Turn off the washer NOTE When washing stockings Add any additional artic...

Page 15: ...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...

Page 16: ...ldup 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 prec...

Page 17: ...oo little e first add detergent next to the 5 Wash temperature detergent is a agitator Use more detergent if you have common cause If your detergent doesn t dissolve 1 Hard water of laundry well predi...

Page 18: ...l 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 s...

Page 19: ...on dry clothes 2 Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s sleepwear sik wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute blea...

Page 20: ...llon 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 garm...

Page 21: ...cool water If stain remains bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Grass Foliage Flowers Mildew Scorch Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots while th...

Page 22: ...ducts ssction Pilling usually on polyester cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look Iike lint Turning clothes inside out may provide some help Static electricity caused by overdying will ca...

Page 23: ...LO S 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 fabr...

Page 24: ...in washer Permanent Press loads should always be smaller than regular loads no more than medium Ioads to give cIothes room to move freely Incorrect wash and dry cycles Use Permanent Press Wash program...

Page 25: ...fiits elicates Fabric Care program Refer to Garment Mmufacturer 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 wa...

Page 26: ...harmless noise To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart WASHER PAUSES Washer norrndly pauses between washing steps such as between wash...

Page 27: ...vidu qutified to service their own appfimces can have needed parm or accessories sent directly to their home Our parts system pro vides access to over 47 000 Genuine Renewal Parts and all are fully wa...

Page 28: ...al 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 R...

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