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 PRODUCTS

Laundry
Product and 

BLEACH

Chlorine liquid
such as 

 brand

Non-chlorine such as

 2 brand

FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive 

such as

Downy Brand

Wash additive such as
Rain Barrel brand

SANITIZER
Chlorine bleach
such as 

 brand

WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating
such as 

 brand

Precipitating such as
Borax brand

SOAK AGENT

Such as 

 brand

PRETREATING.
S T A I N   A N D
SPOT REMOVERS
Such as 

 Wash

and 

 brands

TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as 
and 

 brands

How to Use it

Use your bleach dispenser.
See How to Use Your Bleach
Dispenser section.

Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent.

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

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: 

 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 

 kinds of fabrics.

2) 

IS 

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.
S) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle,

such as Rain 

 brand, follow manufacturer’s

instructions exactly.

Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and
viruses.

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water 

Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or milky 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 cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,

1/2 

cup ( 120 

ml) detergent,   cup (240 ml) 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 WW331OR

Page 1: ...etergents 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 68 Pretreating 7 9 15 Problem Solver...

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 app ance Q Do not touch any el trical switch do not use any phon...

Page 3: ...minimize the possibility of injury Do not mix chlorine bleach with x ammonia or acids such as vinegar an or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gaswhichmay cause death 4 A Do not wash or dry artic...

Page 4: ...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 sucharesult the garment manufac...

Page 5: ...in provide thorough washing and detergent removal Knits elicates Cycle A combination of agitation and soak provides effective polyester knits laundering An early and long spray rinse cools down fabric...

Page 6: ...icates Setting Permanent Press Setting Down filled garments if machine washing is recommended Warm Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveralls Hot Me...

Page 7: ...o 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 covere...

Page 8: ...s 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 k...

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

Page 10: ...in this order Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the agitator Small Items like washcloths Medium Size Items like towels To Add Items After the Washer Has Started Turn off the washer NOTE When...

Page 11: ...ric blends well Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissolve even in cold water Disadvantages Are not available in some areas Generally do not clean well in hard water May be d...

Page 12: ...dup Q 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: ...1 Hard water p r o b l e m s A l w a y s 2 Large loads measure detergent 3 Greasy or oily soils 4 Lower wash temperature in a standard measuring cup 5 Low phosphate detergent How to use detergent gran...

Page 14: ...ve HARD water less 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 softe...

Page 15: ...of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 1007o cotton flame retardant children s sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute bleach before using on...

Page 16: ...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 synthet...

Page 17: ...d 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 undilut...

Page 18: ...e 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 Q Static electricity caused...

Page 19: ...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 bleac...

Page 20: ...re 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 wrinUing Also use Permanent Press Dry...

Page 21: ...s Use Permanent Press Cycle Refer to Garment Manufacturer s Care Labels Garments weakend by age sun or atmosphem This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Too large loads or too little water Load...

Page 22: ...If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information sertice CARE Am CLEANmG USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The Wb The porcelain is self cleaning Leave lid To Store W...

Page 23: ...count With a multiple year con tract you re assured of fiture service at today s prices Pa andAccessories 80M262002 kdividu qutified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessorie...

Page 24: ...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 ho...

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