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Cycle Times — Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)

NOTES:

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Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle.

● 

Total time does 

 include water fill times. Fill times vary

depending on household water pressure and your selected water 

 Press & Knits

Heavy, Medium & Light Soil

soak

 

25

37

12

 Press & Knits

 

   

 

 

29

 

 

 Minutes do not include the auto soak 

 

 have chosen.

H

OW 

to Use the Bleach Dispenser 

(on models so equipped)

Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only.

● 

Measure bleach carefully. See manufacturer’s

If you prefer to use powdered bleach,

instructions.

pour it into the wash basket

● 

Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into

along with your detergent.
Do not pour powdered bleach

bleach dispenser.

into the bleach dispenser.

● 

Do not overfill 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 Fabric Softener Dispenser 

(on models 

so 

equipped)

● 

Position the Fabric Softener

● 

The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed

Dispenser on the agitator.

at the proper time.

● 

Pour manufacturer’s recommended

● 

Do not stop the washer during the 

 spin.

amount of fabric softener into a

, 0

This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.

one cup (240 ml) measuring cup. 

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● 

Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with

● 

Add enough water to fill the cup 1/2 full.

the Soak or 

 Cycle.

● 

Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.

● 

If the dispenser gets clogged, soak it in a solution of

one cup (240 ml) water and one cup (240 ml) alcohol.

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Summary of Contents for WW3440S

Page 1: ...tives 12 15 Energy Saving Tips 8 Fabric and Cvcle Settings 9 Fabric Softener Dispenser 7 Hard Water 12 Important Phone Numbers 23 Loading the Washer 6 11 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructi...

Page 2: ...e gasoMe or other ediately CM your gas supplier fmm a flammable vapors and Uquids in the neighbor s phone FOBOW the gas supp er s vicini of this or any other appliance instructions T TO DO IF YOU S LL...

Page 3: ...r g everd minutes before using any electricrd m hich is connected to the hot water G onnect to a properly rated protected and sized J power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload 1 i onnect to ad...

Page 4: ...s can reduce dry o reduce the possibility of slipping h i l ii i ancy of fabrics Toavoid suchamsult ogarment A To rninimim the possibility of el ctric care i n s t r u c t i o n s Keep the area around...

Page 5: ...ak and a soak without detergent was used or where unusual skin sensitivity agitation followed by agitation and spin Washer to detergent is a concern must be reset for desired wash cycle Knih Cycle Sup...

Page 6: ...ected wash setting Select Water Level fill Cycle Selector knob START SMALL Washer is less than 1 3 full of clothes out to start the washer If 9 L MEDIUM Between 1 3 and 1 2 full you wish to change set...

Page 7: ...our detergent d Do not pour powdered bleach bleach dispenser into the bleach dispenser Do not overfill or allow dispenser to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted bleach can cause fabric damage Never pou...

Page 8: ...The washer advances into the next cycle will agitate soak and automatically advance into the Supercycle ENERGY SAV G TPS If your clothes and household items don t look clean and fresh after washing y...

Page 9: ...ent is dry Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent Close zippers Wash 2 or 3 garments at a time or add towels to balance GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE...

Page 10: ...s hems tears Check all items for areas of heavy soil or stain Remove stains See Stain Removal Guide Turn poly knits inside out to minimize fabric surface damage EXTRA CLEANING See Tips to Help You Sel...

Page 11: ...ASHER Try to mix large and small items in each machine load for better washing action Wash large items blankets bed spreads mattress pads etc separately If machine is overloaded you may experience ove...

Page 12: ...agitator common cause of laundry problems Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup HARD WATER DO YOU W IT Before you can decide what to do about hard water you need to know if you have it...

Page 13: ...ble fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as silk wool spandex or non fast colors 3 Check manufacturers care labels for special instructions 1 May be used on most fabrics Test fabric first 1 He...

Page 14: ...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 15: ...uid rinse well hen wash as usual Old stains Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint launder Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water f color has changed you maybe able to restore...

Page 16: ...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 soft...

Page 17: ...w 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 garm...

Page 18: ...uld 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 m...

Page 19: ...cted water level Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level Pretreat with liquid detergent See Other Laundry Products section r Make sure cord is plugged in...

Page 20: ...n and rinse If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service CARE Am CLEAN G USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The Tub The porcelain is self cleaning Leave l...

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Page 23: ...with impaired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may HoLpoint appliances and a call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request broc...

Page 24: ...ours 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 Read your Use...

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