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Stain

Adhesives
(Chewing Gum, etc.)

Antiperspirants,
Deodorants

Blood

Chocolate, Cream,
Ice Cream and Milk

 and 

Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid
or Pancake Makeup, Rouge,
Powder; Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil

Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,
Wine, Vegetables or Food
Coloring

Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew, Scorch

Ink, Ballpoint

Paint and Varnish

Perspiration

Rust

White and 

 Fabrics

See Controls Setting Guide.

Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use 

dull 

 

 scrape off 

as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge

with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * then launder.

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach
according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. If 
has changed, you may be 

 to restore it by sponging with

ammonia.** Rinse thoroughly.

Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains,

 according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.

Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;

Apply undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according
to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.

Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page. Launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for
cream.

Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted liquid
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page.

Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to
the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.

Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots

 they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.)

 either type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal

Hint on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)

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 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 undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water.

 color has changed you maybe able to restore it by treating with

ammonia   

 ** If any stain remains, treat with safe 

cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page, launder and dry.

 

 remover,** 

 manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and

launder.

Other Washable Fabrics

Same as white and 

 fabrics.

Same as white and 

 fabrics

except use non-chlorine bleach.

Sponge or soak in cool water, then
launder.

Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe

cleaning fluid. * 

 undiluted liquid

detergent. Launder in warm water.

Sponge with warm water. If stain remains,
apply warm glycerine, let stand 30
minutes and rinse 

 or sponge with a

safe dry cleaning fluid. * Launder.

Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid.*
Then launder in warm detergent water.

Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining
stain with non-chlorine bleach.

Sponge with warm water. Apply undiluted

 detergent. Bleach remaining stain

with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom be
removed. Scorch can seldom
be removed.

Same as white and 

 fabrics

except launder using non-chlorine bleach.

Same as white and 

 fabrics.

Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach
with non-chlorine bleach.

Same as white and 

 fabrics.

A

 Because cleaning 

fluids tend   be toxic, be sure you

 

 

 

 

 with ammonia 

or acids 

 as vinegar

are in a well ventilated room when using them. No 

cleaning

 rust remover. 

Mixing can produce 

a toxic gas which may cause

fluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitations

death.

and required cautions (usually printed 

 label). 

Use 

extreme caution

with flammable compounds.

Save and refer   garment manufacturer’s care labels.

Under no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials

(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) be washed 

in 

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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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