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PROBLEM

LINT OR RESIDUE
ON CLOTHES

GREASY OR OILY
STAINS ON
LAUNDERED
GARMENTS

GRAYED CLOTHES

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers (such as terry towels and

chenille) from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy).

Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute
per pound of dry clothes.

Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a
precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. 

 a phosphate or liquid detergent; use

warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a
packaged water softener.

Powdery residue from granular detergent may appear to be lint. 

 granular

detergent in hot water before adding to washer; make sure detergent is completely
dissolved before adding clothes; switch to liquid or cold water detergent or use
warmer wash water. See Detergent section.

Overloading will cause abrasion which creates excessive lint. Wash fewer items
with correct water level.

Too much bleach. Use correct amount of bleach according to package directions.

Not enough detergent to hold lint in suspension during wash cycle. Increase amount
of detergent. See Detergent section.

Incorrect use of fabric softener. If used in wash cycle, softeners may react with
detergent to create a white deposit. Use softeners in rinse cycle only unless package
specifies adding to wash cycle. See 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 

These are sometimes called “Invisible Stains” because you may not notice them before
washing clothes. However, if oily soils are not completely removed in wash cycle,
the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. The spots will then be very visible.
They are not caused by the washer. Wash synthetic garments as soon as possible after
wearing. Use more detergent than normal and hottest water fabric can stand. If spots
appear, rub in undiluted liquid detergent, let stand 30 minutes and rewash with extra
detergent using hottest water fabric can stand.

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Insufficient detergent. You may need to increase amount of detergent used if load is

larger than normal, if soils are oily or heavier than average, if water level is large or if
water is Hard to Extremely Hard.

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Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure water heater is set to deliver hot water to

the washer at 

 

 Do not wash when other hot water 

such as 

 or family baths—are heavy.

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Poor or inferior detergent. Change to phosphate detergent, if possible. Follow these steps:

1. Use water conditioner (such as 

 brand).

2. Pretreat stains.

3. Use the hottest water 

4. Use bleach where possible.

5. Use presoak aids.

6. Install water softener.

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Washer overloaded. Clothes cannot move freely to loosen and remove soil, causing

gray appearance. Follow correct loading procedures for size of load.

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Страница 1: ...Cycle Settings 9 Care and Cleaning Storage and Vacation Tips 21 User Maintenance Instructions 21 Problem SOIVer 1 7 21 More questions call GE Answer Center 80 626 2000 Preparation Detergents and Additives 13 14 Hard Water 13 Loading the Washer 7 12 Sorting Clothes 7 11 Stains 15 Stain Removal Guide 16 Consumer Services 23 ApplianceRegistration 2 Important Phone Numbers 23 Model and Serial Numbers ...

Страница 2: ...nimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life 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 IF YOU S LL GAS Do not try to light any apptiance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your bufiding Clear the room building or area of all occupants bmedi...

Страница 3: ...e the possibility of injury Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar andor rust remover Mixing can produce a b toxic gas which may cause death 4 A Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in orspottedwith combustible or explosive substances such as wax paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do n...

Страница 4: ...of the lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OR 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...

Страница 5: ...ent removal when extra detergent Provides an agitated soak and a soak without was used or where unusual skin sensitivity to agitation followed by agitation and spin Washer detergent is a concern must be reset for desired wash cycle Knits Cycle Extra Cleaning Cycle A shorter cycle specially designed for today s knits For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil Agitation An early and long spray rinse...

Страница 6: ...r l i ll t 90 E 10 110 hond cotn i r ibl To customize a Fabric Care Program The automatic Fabric Care Program is programmed for the majority of laundry you will wash Customizing your washer to your specific needs is easy For example You want to wash a load of clothes at warm wash cold rinse normal wash speed and fast spin speed To do that simply set the Fabric Care Selections knob at Permanent Pre...

Страница 7: ...ng and Cotton Regular 19 12 9 35 Total Cycle Minutes do not include the auto soak cycle you have chosen Optional Extra Rinse cycles are approximately 12 minutes End Cycle Signal Operates with any cycle The signal control can be set at OFF MED or LOUD depending on the desired sound level The signal will sound just before the end of the cycle to remind you to remove the clothes to avoid excess wrink...

Страница 8: ...t automatically knob for soak time desired in the PreWash cycle advances into the next cycle Start the washer The washer will agitate soak and automatically advance into PreWash ENERGY SAVING T S If your clothes and household items don t look clean and fresh after washing you will probably rewash them and that means you ll waste energy Remember to sort your clothes carefully and load them properly...

Страница 9: ...ppears when garment 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 DRIED Pillows are made of different materials dacron foam polyester natural feather and down MANUFACTURER S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY If washing is recommended check pill...

Страница 10: ... set controls as follows Set Water Level to HANDWASH position Select desired WastiSpin speed and WasMRinse temperature or your Fabric Care Selection according to the fabrics you are washing Push the Cycle Selector knob in and turn to the desired setting Pull out Cycle Selector knob to start washer When washing stockings panty hose and other easily tangled items always handle separately To minimize...

Страница 11: ... for washing Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers and fasten 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 EXTRA CLEANING See Tips to Help You Select Settings section for instructions See Stain Removal Guide See Fabric and Cycle...

Страница 12: ... 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 oversudsing or out of balance conditions To Add Items After the Washer Has Started Turn off the washer by pushing in the Cycle NOTE When washing stockings panty hose and Selector knob other easily tangled items alwa...

Страница 13: ...oading clothes If you load your clothes first add detergent next to the agitator RD WATER DO YOU VE IT Before you can decide what to do about hard water you need to know if you have it and if so how hard it is If you live in a municipal area contact your water company If you live in a rural area or in some suburban areas contact your county agent The answer will be you have so many grains per gall...

Страница 14: ... liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes 2 Some of today s washable 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 Helps make clothes fluffy and soft 2 Reduces static electricity 3 Use the following manufacturer s direction Too muc...

Страница 15: ... 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 you put your clothes The...

Страница 16: ...ing fluid rinse well then wash as usual Old stains Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint launder Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water If color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar If any stain remains treat with safe dry cleaning tluid rinse well then wash as usual Apply rust remover usin manufacturer s directions Rinse and launde...

Страница 17: ... 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 cvcle These are sometimes called Invisible Stains because you may not notice them before washing clothes However if oily soils are not completely remove...

Страница 18: ... 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 c Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bleach such as Clorox 2 brand Refer to garment manufacturer s care instructions Restore color using color remover such as Rit or Tintex brands following package directions Iron or ...

Страница 19: ...er 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 minimize wrinkling Also use Permanent Press Dry cycle Incorrect water level Use larger water level for medium load medium level for small load Repeated washing in too hot water Wash in cold or warm water with plenty of d...

Страница 20: ...els Garments weakened by age sun or atmosphere This is inevitable and is not caused by washer Over loading or under loading washer for selected 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 Make sure cord is plugged into outlet Make sure both hot and cold faucets are turned on Mak...

Страница 21: ... but harmless noise To correct stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Selector knob open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart I WASHER PAUSES Washer normally pauses between washing steps such as between wash and spin or IN CYCLE between spin and rinse If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service...

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Страница 24: ...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 Cente 800 626 ...

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