GE VVVVA8876M HpOrt@ Safety Instructions, How to operate your clothes washer, Sorting and Loading

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hpOrt@ Safety Instructions (continued)

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Sorting and Loading

Sort clothes carefhlly by fabric

type, weight, color and amount of soil according to instructions on page 11.

c Remove Filter-Flo@ pan and Mini-BasketT” tub. The underside of the lid is a good place to put the pan while loading or unloading clothes.

Do not use Mini-Basket tub when washing regular loads. You’ll find complete details on how and when to use the Mini-Basket tub on page 10.

@Add measured amount of detergent. See pages 13 through 17 for information on detergents and other laundry additives.

Load clothes into the wash

basket. being careful not to overload. Clothes should be be]ow

the retaining ring. See page 12 for more loading information.

Position the Filter-Flo pan on the agitator. Lint will collect in the pan for easy removal when the wash is finished.

NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash basket. Do not put any items to be washed in the Filter-Flo pan.

c See pages 8 and 9 for information on how to use Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispensers. For information on bleaches and fabric softeners, see page 17.

Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin with the lid open.

Setting the Controls

Use the Controls Setting Guide on pages 6 and 7 to help you make the proper selections.

~Select Wash/Spin Speed

@Select Water Level

SMALL: Washer is less than 1/3 full of clothes.

MEDIUM: Between 1/3 and 1/2 full.

LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.

EXTR.4 LARGE: Over 2/3 full.

MINTI-B.4SKET: See instructions on page 10.

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If you want to increase level after you’ve made a selection, turn knob to “RESET” and select new IeveI.

QSelect Wash/Rinse Temperature. Cold rinse will be automatically provided with use of Perm Press and Pre Wash Cycles. (An extended cool-down spray rinse and cold- water deep rinse are provided to minimize setting of wrinkles. )

~ select Extra Rinse, if desired. Turning control to “ON” will

provide a second deep rinse in the Regular Cycle. If no Extra Rinse is desired, turn control to “OFF:’

@ Push Cycle Selector Knob in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting.

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@Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to start the washer. If you wish to change setting after washer has started, push Cycle Selector Knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position. Setting can be changed a[ any time.

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Contents Wsher If you need service Help us help youRead all instructions before using this appliance To minimize the possibility of injuryHpOrt@ Safety Instructions How to operate your clothes washerSetting the Controls For washer operationRegularcvcle.i~~ Tips to Help You Select Settings+%‘%~f~~~ Load Speed Temperature Cycle Cycle Setting Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loadsWash/Spin Wmh Water Bleach Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care LabelsSpecial Instructions Energy-Sa* Tips How to use Bleach Dispenser @-tSmall Water LEVEL-213 Filter-Flo@Em Do not use the Fabric Softener D~penser with the Soak CycleHow to use the Mini-Basketmtub Npicd Mini-Basket tub wash loadsSpecial instructions for use of the Mini-Baske~ tub Small loads of regular fabricsHow to sort the clothes Sort by soilSort by fabric Sort by colorHow to load your washer To add items after the washer has startedFactors to consider in selecting detergentsand soap SoapsHow to partially restore clothes $ Results of use of carbonate detergentsEffixts on clothes ~’ects on washerHow much dete~ent should you use? @R ecommended amount of detergent for average soil loadAn installed water softener in your home, or Hard water-do you have it?Add this much water softener with a full water level Oto 3 grains per gallon-SOFTLaundry Product and type How to use it Other laundry productsSparREMOVERS Special instructionsHow to remove stains Once these spots become visibleStain removal guide Other W~hable FabricsProblem Possible Cause and Remedy Use This Problem SolverQuestions? Problem Grayed Clothes YellowedPossible Cause ANI Remedy Do not use detergent or soapProblem Possible Cause and Remedy Yellowed Problem Solver~onne To remove wrinkles Possible Cause and RemedyProblem Solver Problempossible Cause and RemedyWater Temperature is Incorrect Washer WON’T OperateWater WON’T DrainWater Leaks Washer Is NoisyCare and Cleaning To store washerFor long vacations Activator@ agitator. RemoveGE parts system provides access Barrier-free kitchen for persons withLimited mobility To obtain these items Free of charge, callWarranty ’WA8898M