GE WWA8480G manuel d'utilisation

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.&?&A w%+ Important safety Instmctions–sAvE THNSE Instructions Read 81] instructions before’ using this appliance WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: ~ Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book. @ This washer must be propedy[...]

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Pull Cycle Selector Knob out to s~art the washer. If you wish to change setting after washer has started, push Cycle Selector Knob in to stop the washer and reset to the new position. Setting can be changed at anytime. H Push Cycle Selector Knob in and turn clockwise to your selected wash setting. _ START Tips to Help You select settings EXTRA CLEA[...]

controls setting Guide Cottons and Linens White/Colorfast Bright/Noncolorfast Workclothes, dungarees, etc. Heavy soil Average soil Permanent Press, Treated Cottons, Mends with Cottons Heavy or oily soil Average or light soil Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon, Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics Sturdy Delicates Silks, Wools; Blends of Silk and Wool Rayon a[...]

- — . .-+-- l}ieacil Liquii! chlorine type. oniy ]lon-chlorine bleach when needed. White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed. White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Ncmcolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed. White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine ble[...]

Hww to use the Bleach Dispenser How to use How to Use the Fabfic the soak setting Softener Dispenser ~ Use this dispenser with liquid bleach only. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, pour it into the Fiker-Flo pan or wash basket along with your detergent. Do not put powdered bleach into the bleach dispenser. @ Measure bleach carefully. Here are s[...]

Types of kw.is which call be washed in the Mini”Basket tub. @ Small loads of regular fabrics . . . up to 2 */2 pounds. ~ Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small delicate hand washables. @ Stuffed toys. @ Tennis shoes. some special instructions to Irem?mh!r W’hn you use[...]

Energy-saving Tips We are all conscious of the need to save energy—to protect our country’s energy reserves and to help ussavemoney. l%ereare several things you cando to reduce theamount ofenergy neededto washyourclothes: %. Use Hot Wash-–up to 150°F’— on a regular basis om’y when washing heavily soiled articles—such as work and play[...]

— — — — .— .— Good sortix~g Xneans better wasting Separate !&kk&?rs[ from w Mm molmcmls-”sllch as kmy toweling and chenille—give up lint. LINT COLLECT’ORS-such as man-made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy —attract lint. These must be washed separately. FOR MORE INFOHTION ON LIH?JT CONTROL, SEE PAGE 2[...]

How to load your washer L._ Special reconlmendations for washing permanent press if you do ?mt ilnmw a dryer. If you are machine-washing e- Permanent Press clothes that you plan to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to minimize wrinkling in the wash process: ~ Be careful not to overload washer. Permanent Press clothes must have ample room to move[...]

Fam.Nrs to consider in selection of detergents Wndl soap $) I%Mkts: E%m@ate- Pmwkm!d Detergents iNoxkHmph2tte- Pmwum?d De&?rgents WE& Liquid Detergents soaps Perform well in hard or soft water. Wash ail types of fabrics well. Can be used in hot, warm, or cold water. Perform satisfactorily in soft or moderately hard water. h some areas only [...]

~~~ R~su~~s Of ~o~~~~u~~ ~SQ of carbonate Detergents Is your water hard? If it is, and if washer surfaces. The hardness of you use a carbonate type non- your water and your washing phosphate detergent, you will most frequency will determine how probably notice limestone* rapidly the limestone will build up. deposits cm your clothes and If your wate[...]

—_ The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most irnpor- — 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. ● e 1. Hard water 2. Large loads 3. Greasy[...]

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’ per gal[...]

- -. . &?s- BLEACH Chlorine Liquid such as Clorox brand Non-chlorine 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 Borax brand SOAK AGENT Such as Biz bra[...]

How’ to H“emove stains 1. Try 10 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: @ Find the fabric and the finish in the chart at right, and use only recommended methods. s Check the care label instructions [hat came with the garment. * Test stain [...]

flee C%mtrols Setting Guide, Bkmch on Page 60 Rub with ice or immerse in cold water. Use dull tool to carefu!!y scrape off as much adhesive or gum us possible. 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 page. If color has changed,[...]

To SW$’e Time md rmmy-——— before you cdl for Smwke, check the Problem solver If you have a problem, it maybe minor. You may be able to correct it yourself. Just use this Problem So]ver to locate your problem and then follow the suggested recommendations. The Probiem solver PROBLEM HINT’ OR RESIDUE ON CLOTHES GREASY OR OILY STAINS ON LALJN[...]

PI?QBLEM - W%& GRAYED CLOTHES POSSIBLE CAUSE Arwl 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 water heater is set to deliver [...]

The Problem Solver (continued) PROBLEM YELLOWED CLOTHES BLUE OR GRAY COLOR STAINS SHRINWGE, GENERAL SHRINKAGE, Kwrs POSSIBLE CAUSE AND RENIEDY 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 p[...]

PROBLEM WRINKLING IN %H?I’VMNENT PRESS AND “NO-HION” ITEMS SNAGS, HOLES, TEARS, RIPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR POSSIBLE CAUSE Ar+m REMEDY Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove promptly 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 hea[...]

The Problem Solver (eontint~ed) PROBLEM SNAGS, Hems, TEARS, IUPS OR EXCESSIVE WEAR (continued) HEAVILY SOILED AREAS-such as collars and cuffs WASHER WON’T OPERATE WATER TEMPERATURE Is INCORRECT POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY ~ As Permanent Press garments age they may show fraying at co~~ars and cuffs. This is normal due to weakening of fibers by the P[...]

WATER LEAKS %VASHE.R 1S NOISY — WASHER PAUSES — IN CYCLE POSSIBLE CAUSE A3Jm mMEDY * Make s~r~ &~i~ hose is not ~inke~. @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 drain facility. ~ Make sure washer is ~ev[...]

“H-N Time The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid open after washing to do w 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 service technician to remove water from drain pump and hos[...]

Our Consumer Services are designed with your= needs and wants in mind. warranty Pmtecti’on Before your new appliance left the factory, it went And you have a written warranty to protect you. See the through rigorous tests to detect manufacturing defects. warranty on the back page of this book for details. con-venient? service Whether your applian[...]

WHAT 1S COVERED FULL ONE”YEAR WARRANTY !% one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect. LWWI’ED ADDITIONAL FCNJRWAF? WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of original purchase,[...]