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OTHER LAUNDRY PRODUCTS

Laundry
Product and Type

How to Use It

Special Instructions

BLEACH
Chlorine liquid

Pour diluted bleach next to the agitator.

1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour 

such as Clorox brand

undiluted 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.

Non-chlorine such as

Follow package directions.

1) May be used on most fabrics. Test fabric first.

Clorox 2 brand

Put bleach into washer with detergent.

FABRIC SOFTENERS
Rinse additive such as

Follow package directions 

1) Helps make clothes fluffy and soft.

Downy Brand

for diluting softeners.

2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use the following manufacturer's direction. Too  

much may cause a hard, rough feeling on some clothes.

4) Do not pour directly on clothes.

SANITIZER
Chlorine bleach

Use in case of infection 

Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and viruses.

such as Clorox brand

and contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.

WATER SOFTENER
Non-precipitating

Follow package directions.

Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping

such as Calgon brand

Add at start of wash cycle.

water clear.

Precipitating such as

Follow package directions.

Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate

Borax brand

Add at start of wash cycle.

which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.

SOAK AGENT
Such as Biz brand

Follow package directions.

For best results, soak garments a minimum of 30 minutes.

PRE-TREATING, STAIN
AND SPOT REMOVERS
Such as Spray’n Wash

Follow package directions. Treat only

CAUTION: Washer control panels and finishes may 

and K2R brands

heavily soiled areas. Check garments’

be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain

care labels for instructions.

remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the washer. Apply these pre-treatment
products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pre-treatment
products is not covered by your warranty.

TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as Rit

Follow package directions.

Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go

and Tintex brands

NOTE: Tinted garments may 

through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,

not be colorfast. Wash separately.

1/2 cup (120 ml) detergent, 1 cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe
exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration
but may never eliminate it.

Detergents 

Hard W

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Other Laundry Pr

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Summary of Contents for Unitized Spacemaker WSM2420

Page 1: ...d Cycle Settings 16 Lint Filter 14 18 Loading 14 Sorting 14 17 Care and Cleaning 18 19 Storage and Vacation Tips 21 User Maintenance Instructions 21 Problem Solver 20 24 More questions call GE Answer...

Page 2: ...service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three...

Page 3: ...ff water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture When disconnecting this appliance pull by the...

Page 4: ...E CIRCUMSTANCES So to prevent the possibility of damage or injury if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more or move into a residence in which the hot water system may not have been used for...

Page 5: ...cluding a damaged cord or plug Never climb on or stand on the dryer top For washer operation Do not leave washer lid up during cycle This will stop the spin action and prevent completion of the cycle...

Page 6: ...in to stop the washer and reset to the new position Setting can be changed at any time STOP START 1 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance re...

Page 7: ...udes pauses between each phase of the cycle Total time does not include water fill times Fill times vary depending on household water pressure and your selected water level Permanent Press Delicates R...

Page 8: ...have ample room to move because they are not packed down nor wrapped around the agitator Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are likely to pack down which encourages overloading This size load requ...

Page 9: ...AGENTS see Other Laundry Products Guide Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap For best results wait 1 2 hour bef...

Page 10: ...If you load your clothes first add detergent next to the agitator 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 I...

Page 11: ...tion keeping such as Calgon brand Add at start of wash cycle water clear Precipitating such as Follow package directions Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate Borax brand Add at st...

Page 12: ...cup 60 ml chlorine bleach with 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 Food or cooking oils on your synthetic...

Page 13: ...Stain Removal Hint launder stain with non chlorine bleach Coloring Grass Foliage Flowers Apply undiluted liquid detergent Launder Treat mildew spots Sponge with warm water Apply undiluted Mildew Scorc...

Page 14: ...cover off 3 ROLL lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash the screen 4 Replace the cover on the body of the lint screen 5 Before replacing the lint screen remove any lint from the w...

Page 15: ...t heat during the last 10 minutes This helps keep wrinkles from setting in and makes the load easier to handle Timed Drying When using the Timed Cycles you select the number of minutes you wish the dr...

Page 16: ...bels For best results follow your specific fabric care label Special Instructions Refer to garment manufacturer s care labels for more information Pillows Check ticking for holes or weak seams where f...

Page 17: ...Non Colorfast Whites Lights Darks from from Heavy Items such as towels Light Items such as curtains HOW TO SORT CLOTHES Fabric and Drying Selections Sorting Energy Saving Tips ENERGY SAVING TIPS FOR...

Page 18: ...pply faucets Disconnect hoses from faucets and drain 2 Add 1 gallon 3 8 liters of non toxic RV antifreeze available from a hardware or recreational vehicle store to the washer tub 3 Push the timer kno...

Page 19: ...RD This lint should be removed at least every 2 or 3 years or more often depending on dryer usage Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical po...

Page 20: ...nd NOISY may cause it to move from its original position To correct open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket Close the lid and restart Metallic clicks heard as timer advance...

Page 21: ...ome to remove iron and manganese from water 3 Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines drain water heater occasionally 4 To remove spots spread stained portion over pan o...

Page 22: ...int Use phosphate detergent or liquid detergent use warmer wash water or soften water with an installed mechanical softener or a packaged water softener Undissolved granular detergent may leave powder...

Page 23: ...ress process It is not caused by the washer you can slow this process by washing small permanent press loads with a large water level Do not wash heavy items such as towels with permanent press When p...

Page 24: ...May be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that...

Page 25: ...25 The Problem Solver NOTES...

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Page 27: ...all and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Service Contracts 800 626 2224 You can have the...

Page 28: ...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...

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