GE WLW3810S, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ...e Settings 8 Fabric Softener Dispenser 9 Hard Water 12 Important Phone Numbers 23 Loading the Washer 7 11 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructions 5 1o Problem Solver 16 20 Safety Instruction...

Page 2: ...or other Immediately call your gas supplier from a flammable vapors and liquids in the neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s vicinity of this or any other appliance instructions WHAT TO DO IF YOU...

Page 3: ...not have been used for some time turn on power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload all hot water faucets and allow them to run for onnect to adequate plumbing and drain several minutes before...

Page 4: ...may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use such as lint paper rags chemicals etc me laundry process can reduce Keep the floor around your appliances clean and the flame retmdancy of fa...

Page 5: ...tated soak and a soak without detergent was used or where unusual skin sensitivity agitation followed by agitation and spin Washer to detergent is a concern must be reset for desired wash cycle Knits...

Page 6: ...ce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance WLW381 OS w 10 cycle hea duty extra large m ity...

Page 7: ...ount of soil according to instructions in How for instructions in their uses on models so equipped to Sort Clothes section For information on how to use bleaches and fabric Add measured amount of dete...

Page 8: ...arments Odor disappears 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...

Page 9: ...a few minutes to dissolve the add clothes soaking agent Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the washer keep lid closed and allow to soak for as long as desired After desired soak period pull...

Page 10: ...ons on different fabrics and loads see the Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings guide It pays to check and prepare clothes for washing Empty pockets brush out cuffs zip zippers and fasten snaps hooks a...

Page 11: ...ASHER Try to 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 ove...

Page 12: ...a agitator common cause of laundry problems Always measure detergent in a standard measuring cup HARD WATER DO YOU IT Before you can decide what to do about hard water you need to know if you have it...

Page 13: ...ble 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 He...

Page 14: ...llon 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 The Case of the Invisible Stain Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garm...

Page 15: ...dry cleaning 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 mayb...

Page 16: ...ter cotton blends is caused by normal wear and may look like lint Turning clothes inside out may provide some help s Static electricity caused by overdying will cause attraction Use fabric softener in...

Page 17: ...ase If they are white and center is yellow it contains body oil Restore whiteness following procedures in Grayed Clothes above Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes Use oxygen bl...

Page 18: ...ads 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 minimim wrinkling Also use Permanent P...

Page 19: ...sher Over loading of 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 Laund...

Page 20: ...YCLE between spin and rinse If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service CARE Am CLEAN G USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The Tub The porcelain is self...

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Page 23: ...aired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may Hotpoint appliances and a call 800 TDD GMC 800 833 4322 to request brochure to a...

Page 24: ...during normal working 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 th...