GE MODEL WA7800R Use And Care Manual Download

Page: 1 / 28

Washer

❑

Safe* Instructions

....................3,4

Operating Instructions, Tips

Bleach

Controls Setting Guide ........................10, 11

Cycle

Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Pan ..........................5, 8,9, 14,26

Mini-Basket

Mini-Quick Cycle .............................................9

Operating the

❑

Care and Cleaning

Limestone Buildup . . . . . . . . . . 16,26

Storage and Vacation Tips ........................26

User Maintenance instructions ................26

●

Problem

More questions

GE Answer

800.626.2000

❑

Preparation

Detergents, Other Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-19

Hard Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Loading the

Pretreating .......................................1 1, 13, 19

Sorting Clothes ........................................5, 13

Stains

Stain Removal Guide ...................................2 1

❑

Consumer Services

Appliance

Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2

Repair Service

Warranty

Cover

GE Appliances

Summary of Contents for MODEL WA7800R

Page 1: ...ing Agitator 26 Limestone Buildup 16 26 Storage and Vacation Tips 26 User Maintenance instructions 26 m Problem Solver 22 26 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Preparation Detergents Other Additives 15 19 Hard Water 18 Loading the Washer 5 14 Pretreating 1 1 13 19 Sorting Clothes 5 13 Stains 2O Stain Removal Guide 2 1 Consumer Services 27 Appliance Registration 2 Model and Serial Nu...

Page 2: ...inimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personti injury or loss of tife Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance W T TO DO YOU S LL GAS Do not try to tight any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of d occupants tiediatel...

Page 3: ...Do not mix chlorine bleach with x ammonia or acids such as vinegar andor rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death h Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in orspotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to th...

Page 4: ...the lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an 0 position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply Do not tamper with controls Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug Never climb on or stand on the washer top Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer Skin irr...

Page 5: ...to Load Your Washer section for more information Position the Filter Flo pan on the agitator Lint will collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is finished Do not use the Filter Flo pan as a wash basket Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter Flo pan See How to Use Bleach Dispenser section for information on the Bleach Dispenser For information on bleaches and fabric softeners see...

Page 6: ...ess shirts blouses dresses and similar apparel with normal soil Permanent Press Knits Cycle 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 r Permanent Press Soak Cycle Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time then the water spi...

Page 7: ...pin Total Time Permanent Press and Regular Cycles Knits Cycles Special Cycles Heavy Normal Light Soak Normal Light Knits Mini Quick Soil Cycle Soil 4 25 10 I 5 I 2 I 2 I 3Y I 3X I 3X I 3X I 3X I 3X I 3 I 3 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 7 7 7 7 4F 4Y 4X 4F 37 I 31 I 25 I II I 25 I 22 I 23 I 14 I NOTES ToI l time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle To 211 time does 101 include water fill times F ill...

Page 8: ...clothes about the same amount you would use for a small load in the regular wash basket See How Much Detergent Should You Use section Load clothes in the Mini Basket tub Replace the Filter Flo pan It serves as a lid to keep the clothes in the Mini Basket tub 7 Close washer lid and set MEDIUM controls as follows y MIN1 SM B Select desired WasMSpin Speed and Was inse MINl MRGE RES Temp See Operating...

Page 9: ...long with your detergent Do not pour powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser Measure bleach carefully Here are some recommended amounts LARGE WATER LEVEL 1 M cup 310 ml liquid SMALL WATER LEVEL 2 3 cup 170 ml liquid MINI BASKET tub 1 4 cup 60 ml liquid Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly into bleach dispenser Do not ovefilll or allow dispenser to overflow Avoid splashing Undiluted ble...

Page 10: ...s if machine washing is recommended Gentle Gentle Warm Permanent Press Cycles Normal Soil Setting Baby Clothes Sturdy such as Diapers Nightgowns Shirts Pads Sheets Receiving Blankets Coveralls N rm l Normal Hot Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting depending on amount of soil Baby Clothes Delicate Gentle Gentle Warm Special Cycles Knits Setting Blankets Wool Pafi Wool Cotton 5 min soak then ...

Page 11: ... mild type detergent Do baby clothes separately Pretreat spots Rinse diapers nightgowns pads and sheets after USC Keep diapers in covered pail of cold water and conditioning agent like Borateem brand You may preler o use a mild type detergent Do hand knit garments by hand or in Mini Basket tub See How to Use Mini Basket Tub section Fill washer add detergent and allow to dissolve before adding blan...

Page 12: ...on your washer temperatures approximately 90 F 11 O 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 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 Use...

Page 13: ... It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing Empty pockets brush out cuffs 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 minimize fabric surface damage Soaking and Pretreating a good way to loosen deep soils and stains A thorough soaking with...

Page 14: ...e of a nit l undry bag the Washer Has Started NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize tangling we recommend the agitator Replace the Filter Flo pan and restart the washer Load clothes dry Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in the wash basket in this order Large Items like sheets Do not wrap around the agi...

Page 15: ...ll 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 well in hard water May be difficult to dissolve especially in cold water Should not be used in cold water Those containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clothes and wash...

Page 16: ...Buildup Use a powdered phosphate detergent or a 1 iquid detergent if these are available in your area Install a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone buildup Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate Good Washing Practices May Delay Limestone Damage to Clothes The following recommendations will temporwily delay the effects of limesto...

Page 17: ...standard measuring cup 5 Low phosphate detergent How to use detergent granular or powdered For best results add detergent to the wash basket before loading clothes If you load your clothes first add detergent next to the agitator If your detergent doesn t dissolve well predissolve the detergent in hot water then pour directly into the wash basket To use granular or powdered detergent in the Mini B...

Page 18: ...ARD 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 softener in your home or 2 The use of a packaged water softener For information on water softeners see the guide below Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level I I I I I I Grains f hardness 1 10 15...

Page 19: ...shable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 100Yo cotton flame retardant children s sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex 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 all kinds of fabrics 2 Is most effective in hot water 1 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2 Reduces static electricity 3 Use ...

Page 20: ...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 synthetic garments If these stains are not completely removed in the wash may cause stains which are virtually invisible and the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water which you may not notice as ...

Page 21: ...iage Flowers Mildew Scorch Soak stain in coot water f stain remains bleach according to he Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots while they are fresh before mold has a chance to weaken fabric If either type stain remains bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page launder Severe scorch cannot be removed Sponge with w...

Page 22: ...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 Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction Use fabric softener in rinse cycle These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before washing clothes However if oily soils are not co...

Page 23: ...nsufficient detergent Check hem of T shirt or pillow case f they are white and center is yellow it contains body oil Restore whiteness following procedures in Grayed Clothes above s Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such as Clorox 2 brand Refer to Garment Manufacturer s Care Ins ctions Restore color using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands follow...

Page 24: ...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 wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle Incorrect water level Use Large Water Level for Medium Load Medium Level Small Load Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of detergent Accumulation of lime scale due to use ...

Page 25: ... Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Too large loads or too little water Load washer only with number of items that will move freely Select correct water level Pretreat with liquid detergent Make sure cord is plugged into outlet Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on Make sure controls are set and Cycle Selector knob is pulled out to...

Page 26: ... cleaning Leave lid To Store Washer Ask service technician to remove open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers Do not store the washer where it will be exposed The Exterior Wipe off any spills of washing to the weather compounds Wipe or dust with damp cloth Try For Long Vacations Be sure water supply i...

Page 27: ...appfiauces can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts system pro vides access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted VISA Mastercard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contined in this boo et cover proce dures intended to be performed by any user Other servicing generdy shodd be referred to qufif ed se...

Page 28: ...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 Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center...

Search results

Summary of Contents for MODEL WA7800R

Reviews:

Related manuals for MODEL WA7800R

Brands by name

Popular brands

GE MODEL WA7800R, Use And Care Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for MODEL WA7800R

Reviews:

Related manuals for MODEL WA7800R

Brands by name

Popular brands