GE WWA8324B manual

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    Howtoget the best from c You r --- - . . . .. ‘+ 1 ..4 /. . Use and Care of Model WW!A8324B Setting the Controls p4 Bleach Dispenser p6 Using the Mini-Baske~ tub p7 Energy-satig tips I@ Sorting and loading p9 Choosing Detergents pll Stain removal p16 Save time and money Before you call for service, use the Problem Solver p20 Your Direct Line to G[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Help us Safety Instructions Setting the Controls How To Use Bleach Dispenser How To Use Mini-Basket~ Tbb Energy-Saving Tips Good Sorting Means Better washing It Pays to Check and Pre-treat soaking How To Load Your Washer What is the Best Size Load of Clothes? Factors To Consider in Selection of Detergents and Soap The Damaging Effects of C[...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety Instructions-SAVE THESE Read all instructions before using this appliance [INSTRUCTIONS 4--- I.,J WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: c Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book. ● This washer must be properly install[...]

  • Page 4

    Important Safety Instructions (continued) ● Do not tamper with controls. ● The laundry process can reduce For Washer Operation ● Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, the garment manufacturer’s[...]

  • Page 5

    Controls Setting Guide Some adjustment to these recommendations may be desirable depending on your particular washing conditions. i , Cottons & Linens Permanent Press Polyester Knits Synthetics & Blends . Work clothes, Work clothes, Fabric dungarees, etc. dungarees, etc. White or Bright Heavy or Normal or Heavy or Normal or with heavy soil [...]

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    How to Use the Bleach Dispenser How to Use the Soak Setting ● Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, pour it into the Filter-Flo pan or wash basket along with your detergent. Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser. ● Measure bleach carefully. Here are some recommended amounts: LARGE WASH-[...]

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    How to Use the Min.i-BasketTM tub. .,-.. Types of loads which can be washed in the Mini-Basket Tub. ● Small loads of regular fabrics . . . up to 21A pounds. s Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small delicate hand washables. . ● Stuffed toys. c Tennis shoes. Some specia[...]

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    Energy-Saving Tips We are all conscious of the need to save energy—to protect our country’s energy reserves and to help us save money. There are several things you can do to reduce the amount of energy needed to wash your clothes: 1. Use Hot Wash-140° (60°C)— on a regular bask only when washing heavily soiled articles-such as work and play [...]

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    Good sorting means Sort by surface texture Separate e.. % ,, %-’ from Colk4b~ LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and chenille—give up lint. LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy —attract lint. These must be washed separately. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON LINT CONTROL, SEE PAGE 20. Sort by f[...]

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    How to load your washer A _A ● Load clothes dry. ● Take a properly sorted group of clothes and drop them loosely in the wash basket in this order: o Large Items —like sheets. Do not wrap around the agitator. Small Items—like washcloths. Medium Size Items—like towels. Here is a typical full load: 3 Double Sheets 6 Long Sleeve Shirts 3 Boxe[...]

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    Factors to consider in selection of detergents and soap. Products: c=% Phosphate— -- Powdered Detergents Non-Phosphate— Powdered Detergents -.. Liquid Detergents Soaps Advantages: Perform well in hard or soft water. Wash all types of fabrics well. Can be used in hot, warm, or cold water. Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water. [...]

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    The damaging effects of Carbonate Detergents on your clothes and your washer. IS your water hard? If it is, and if The hardness of your water and week, you may see limestone you use a carbonate type non- your washing frequency will build-ups in just a few months. phosphate detergent, the determine how rapidly the lime- (see Page 14). unavoidable re[...]

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    How much detergent should you use? .-=. The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most impor- tant things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean. Amount required varies according to: 1. Water hardness 2. Amount of soil 3. Size of load 4. Type of detergent 5. Wash temperature Use more detergent if you have . . . 1. Hard wa[...]

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    Hard water—do you have 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’ [...]

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    Other laundry products— Laundry Product & ~pe BLEACH Chlorine Liquid such as Clorox brand Oxygen Powdered such as Clorox 2 brand FABRIC SOFTENERS Rinse additive such as Downy brand Wash Additive such as Rain Barrel brand SANITIZER Chlorine Bleach, such as Clorox brand WATER SOFTENER Non-Precipitating such as Calgon brand Precipitating such as[...]

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    How to remove stains 1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. 2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take these steps: Q Find the fabric and the finish in the chart at right, and use only recommended methods. ● Check the hang tag instructions that came with the garment. ● Test stain remo[...]

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    White and Bleachable Fabrics See Washing Guide, Bleach on Page 18. Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull ?OOI 10 carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possib[e. Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid: then launder. Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach according to Stain Removal Hint on opposite p[...]

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    Washing guide for different fabrics and loads Load Cottons and Linens Knits— Polyester, Nylon, Acrylic Woven Fabrics— Polyester, Nylon, Acrylic Permanent Press, Blends Rayon and Acetate Baby Clothes— Sturdy, such as Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads, Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Coveralls Baby Clothes— Delicate Blankets— Wool, Part-Wool, C[...]

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    Bleach For white or colorfast, use liquid chlorine type; for non-colorfast, use gentle oxygen type. For white or colorfast, use liquid chlorine type; for non-colorfast, use gentle oxygen type. For white or colorfast, use liquid chlorine type; for non-colorfast, use gentle oxygen type. For white or colorfast, use liquid chlorine type; for non-colorf[...]

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    To Save Time and Money— before you call for service, check the Problem Solver If you have a problem, it maybe minor. You may be able to correct it yourself. Just use this Problem Solver to locate your problem and then follow the suggested recommendations. The Problem Solver PROBLEM LINT OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LAUNDERED GAR[...]

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    PROBLEM 6 **A GIL4YED CLOTHES POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 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. Water not hot enough for type of load. Be sure [...]

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    The Problem Solver (continued) PROBLEM YELLOWED CLOTHES BLUE OR GlU4Y COLOR STAINS SHRINKAGE, GENERAL SHRINKAGE, KNITS POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Incomplete removal of body soil due to constant use of insufficient detergent. Check hem of T-shirt or pillow case. If they are white and center is yellow, it contains body oil. Restore whiteness following[...]

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    PROBLEM f% . WRINKLING IN w PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRC)N” ITEMS SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR POSSIBLE CAUSE ANI) REMEDY Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove and hang clothes immediately. Too many clothes in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads. Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Pe[...]

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    The Problem Solver (continued) PROBLEM SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR (continued) HEAVILY SOILED AREAS—such as collars and cuffs WASHER WON’T OPERATE WATER TEMPEIUTURE IS INCORRECT . POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY . As Permanent Press garments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This is normal due to weakening of fibers by t[...]

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    PROBLEM m WATER WON’T &7 DRAIN WATER LEAKS WASHER IS NOISY --% WASHER PAUSES i IN CYCLE .~~ POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY ● Make sure drain hose is not kinked. ● Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. above floor. . Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets. ● Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to [...]

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    How to Care for Your Washer User maintenance instructions The Tub. The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers. The Exterior. Wipe off any spills of washing compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp objects. To store washer: Ask se[...]

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    to build and we know that you want your appliances to give you many years of dependable service. Our Consumer Services are designed with your needs and wants in mind. 1. Warranty Protection Your new appliance is a well designed and engineered See the warranty on the back page of this book for product. Before it left the factory, it went through det[...]

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    ECTRIC AUTOMATIC WARRANTY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period. WHAT IS NOT COVERED “ Service trips to your home to Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This war[...]