GE Spacemaker WSM2700R, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ...yer Exhaust 25 Exterior 24 Lint Filter 9 24 Storage and Vacation Tips 24 User Maintenance Instructions 24 25 Problem Solver l 9 23 More questions call GEAnswer Centerm 800 626 2000 Preparation Detergents Other Additives 12 16 HardWater 15 Limestone Buildup l3 14 Loading the Washer 7 Pretreating 6 16 17 Sorting Clothes 6 7 Stains 17 Stain Removal Guide 18 Consumer Services Appliance Registration 2 ...

Page 2: ... or loss of Me Do not store or use gasoline or other flarrnnable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other apptiane mT TO DO YOU S LL GAS s Do not try to tight any appfiance Do not touch any el trid switch do not use any phone in your balding Clear the roo butiding or area of a Wcupants tiediately d your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone FOUOW the gas supptier s instruction s M yo...

Page 3: ...l duct inside for exhausting dryer to the outside USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSmLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FOE OR O R EAS Y PUN URED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED USE OR DUG STALLAnON Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber plastic or similar materiah such as padded bras tennis shoes galoshes bath mats rugs bibs baby pants plastic bags etc as these mater...

Page 4: ...ater system This wtil allow any hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process 4 Never reach into washer while it is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes push the Cycle Selector knob in then wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the fid Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving Befor...

Page 5: ... F 60 C n a regular basis only when washing heavily soiled articles such as work and play clothes Try to wash less often Save articles of the same type of fabric until you have a full load If you must wash smaller loads adjust the amount of water Small loads should have lower water levels Wash in off peak utility hours Your local utility can tell you which are the off peak hours Under normal soil ...

Page 6: ...see Operating Instructions FOR INFOWATION on SOAKING 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 before washing Sort by Sutiace Texture LINT PRODUCERS such as terry toweling and chenille give up lint LINT COLLECTORS such as man made fibers and napp...

Page 7: ...o use bleaches and fabric softeners see Other Laundry Products section Close lid Washer will fill and agitate but will not spin with lid open This washer has a Safety Lid Lock As a safety measure the lid will be automatically locked during the spin portion of each cycle The lid will automatically unlock about 30 seconds after the end of the spin cycle To open lid during spin cycle push Cycle Selec...

Page 8: ...for washer to stop Then reset to the new position LARGE Over 2 3 full of clothes Setting can be changed at any time during the Perm Press or Regular cycle Self cleaning lint filter The lint filter needs no attention from you Lint collected during washing and rinsing of clothes is automatically flushed down the drain How to soak in the washer Set wash temperature control Add detergent or soak agent...

Page 9: ...will operate Do not overload Garments being dried or Place on hangers Permanent Press and dewrinkled should tumble freely Polyester Wit garments look best if placed Remove clothes immediately To help prevent on hangers after drying wrinMing remove clothes from the dryer immediately at the end of the drying cycles How Timed and Automatic Drying Differ Automatic drying The Automatic Dry Control syst...

Page 10: ...ress See 2 below Automatic Dry Medium Heat Heavy slacks warm Perm Press See 2 below Automatic Dry Medium Heat Knits man made warm Delicate Set at START Delicate Low Heat Lingerie warm Delicate Set at START Delicate Low Heat Sheets pillowcases Hot Perm Press See 2 below Automatic DW Medium Heat White shirts blouses Hot Perm Press See 2 below Automatic Dry Medium Heat Work clothes Hot Perm Press See...

Page 11: ...even hand washing will cause teting Be sure colors are fast and fabric is washable me Midpoint Remove hooks and non washable trim Use Warm Soak if heavily soiled Midpoint a I I More Dry Turn slacks and dark items inside out to prevent whitening of seams and creases 25 35 20 30 I I Midpoint Use Warm Soak for pillowcases stained with hair oil Midpoint Pretreat collars and cuffs with liquid laundry d...

Page 12: ...bric blends well Are excellent as concentrates for removing spots Completely dissolve even in cold water Perform well in soft water Disadvantages Are not available in some areas Generally do not clean well in hard water May be difficult to dissolve especially in cold water Should not be used in cold water nose containing sodium carbonate as an ingredient may cause harmful limestone deposits on clo...

Page 13: ... or a liquid detergent if these are available in your area Install a home water softener This will significantly reduce limestone buildup Use a packaged non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand with phosphate Good Washing Practices May Delay Limestone Damage to Clothes The following recommendations will temporarily Increase amount of detergent See guide on next delay the effects of li...

Page 14: ... if you have common cause 1 Hard water of laundry 2 Large loads problems Always 3 Greasy or oily soils measure detergent v 4 Lower wash temperature in a standard measuring cup 5 Low phosphate detergent How to use detergent granular or powdered For best results add detergent to the wash basket before loading clothes If you load your clothes first add detergent next to the agitator If your detergent...

Page 15: ...water less than 10 grains and you use phosphate detergent YOU also have no problem But if you have more than 10 grains you will need to soften your water with either 1 An installed water softener in your home or 2 The use of a packaged water softener For information on water softeners see the guide below I Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level I Grains of hardness 0 10 10 15 15 20 2...

Page 16: ...o washer or on dry clothes 2 Some of today s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as 100 cotton flame retardant children s sleepwear silk wool mohair spandex leather or non fast colors Dilute bleach before using on any fabric 3 Check Manufacturers Care Labels for special instructions 1 May be used on all kinds of fabrics 2 Is most effective in hot water 1 Helps make clothes fluffy...

Page 17: ... 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 garments If these stains are not completely removed in the may cause stains which are virtually invisible and wash the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash which you may not notice as you put your clothes wa...

Page 18: ...absorbent towel and sponge with dry cleaning fluid or use spray cleaner Apply undiluted liquid detergent Old stains Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on previous page Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder If color has changed you may be able to restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar If any stain remains treat witi safe dry cleaning fluid or bleach according to the Stain Rem...

Page 19: ...sively out of balance Redistribute clothes and rerun through find spin Heavily unbdmced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin and 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 Metilic clicks heard as timer advances during operation are normal Uneven floor M e sure appl...

Page 20: ...e a special filter or chemic feeder installed in your home 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 occasiomdly 4 To remove spots spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through stain To remove overall yellow use a commercially available rust scale remover following package i...

Page 21: ...t 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 powdery residue on fabrics which can be mistaken for lint a See Detergent Guide for recommendations on how to add detergent to speed up complete dissolving b Use a liquid or special cold water detergent c Predissolve granular deterg...

Page 22: ...ments age they may show fraying at collars and cuffs This is due to the weakening of the fibers by the permanent press 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 ssible remove co ar stays Roughness or burrs on agitator due to damage incurred by heav...

Page 23: ...s is gradudly removed by laundering 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 have been heat shaped When washing drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used to set the shapes shrinkage may occur This cannot be corrected but i...

Page 24: ...le store to the washer tub 3 Push the timer knob in turn the knob to the right to SPIN and pull the knob out 4 Let the washer spin for 1 or 2 minutes to let all the water drain out Some but not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled 5 Push in the timer knob disconnect the electrical plug dry the tub interior close the lid 6 Store the appliance in an upright position 7 Before reusing washer afte...

Page 25: ...he outside Clean the lint filter before every load See How to Operate Your Dryer section Inspect the area behind your front access panel at least once a year and clean out any lint that may have accumulated Wipe or vacuum being careful not to disturb any of the electrical mechanical connections How to remove the front access panel between the washer and dryer Remove two Phillips head screws at top...

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Page 28: ...pay for the shop reconditioning labor the service trip to your home and sewice labor charges WHAT IS NOT COVERED Sewice trips to your home to teach 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 call toll free GE Answer Cente 800 626 2000 consumer...