Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting Wash Loads
Colors | Soil | Fabric | Lint |
Whites | Heavy | Delicates | Lint Producers |
Lights | Normal | Easy Care | Lint Collectors |
Darks | Light | Sturdy Cottons |
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Proper Use of Detergent
Add detergent and start the washer before adding | Use more detergent if you have hard water, large |
clothes so that the detergent can work effectively. | loads, greasy or oily soils or lower water |
Follow the detergent package directions. Using too | temperature. |
little detergent is a common cause of laundry |
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problems. |
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Loading the Washer
Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. When loading wet items make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely. Water level should just cover the clothes. To add items after washer has started, push in Cycle knob and submerge additional items next to the agitator. Close the lid and pull Cycle knob out to restart.
■Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agitator.
■Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
■Agitation will not start with the lid up.
Care and Cleaning of the Washer
Troubleshooting
Wash Basket: Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the basket use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)
Fill Hoses: Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every 5 years.
Lint Filter: The lint filter is located under the agitator. It is
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. Call the GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000 for information on how to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing.
Tips
Customer Service
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