Hotpoint WLW3760 Installation instructions

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Contents
Appliance Registration
2
use and Care
Bleach Dispenser
8
Care and Cleaning
25
of Model
Consumer Services
27
Controls Setting Guide
10, 11
WW3760
Cycle Settings 6,7
Detergents, Other Additives 14–18
Energy-Saving Tips
9
Fabric Softener Dispenser
8
Hard Water 17
Important Phone Numbers 27
Limestone Deposits
15
Loading the Washer
5, 13
Model and Serial Numbers
2
Operating the Washer 5-8
Pretreating 11, 12, 18
Problem Solver 21-25
Safety Instructions
3,4
Sorting Clothes 5, 12
Stains
19
Stain Removal Guide
20
Storage and Vacation Tips 25
User Maintenance Instructions 25
Warranty Back Cover
GE Answer
Center@
800.626.2000

HELP US HELP YOU...
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your
new washer properly.
Keep it handy for answers to
your questions.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number)
Consumer Affairs
Hotpoint
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Save time and money.
Before you request service . . .
check the Problem Solver
section. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
If you received a
damaged washer...
Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the washer.
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on
the lower left side near the front.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your washer. Before sending in
this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your washer.
WAM~G: For your safety the information in this mand must be fo~owed to mi-e
the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
—Do not store or use gasoline or other
Q tiediately cti your gas supplier from a
flammable vapors and Uquids in the
neighbor’s phone. FOBOW the gas supptier’s
vicinity of this or any other appliance. instructions.
—~T TO DO IF YOU S~LL GAS
● M you cannot reach your gas suppher, dl
c Do not try to tight any appliance.
the fire department.
. Do not touch any electrid switch;
—InstaMation and service must be performed
do not use any phone in your building.
by a qtified insta~er, service agen~ or
the gas supplier.
● Clear the room, bufiding or area of M
occupants.
All washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
If You Need Service
To obtain 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 3
steps to follow for further help.
First, contact the people who
FINALLY, if your problem
serviced your appliance. Explain
is still not resolved, write:
why you are not pleased. In most Major Appliance Consumer
cases, this will solve the problem.
Action Panel
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, 20 North
Wacker Drive
write all the details—including Chicago, IL 60606
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
Hotpoint
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

WORTMT SAFETY ~STRUCTIONS
Read W imtmctiom before whg tis apphce.
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WARNINGTO reduce the risk
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* Do not wash or dry articles that
of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons when using your apptiance,
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follow basic precautions, including th~ following:
combusti~le or explosive substances
● Use this appliance o~y for its intended
(such as wax, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-
purpose as d~scribed in this Use and Care Book.
cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may
ignite or explode. Do not add these s~bstances
to the wash water. Do not use these substancw
* This washer must be properly
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installed and located in accordance
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with the InstaMation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive an
Installation Instructions sheet with your
washer, you can obtain ono by calling, toll
free, the GE Answer Center? 800.626.2000.
—Properly ground to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow
details in InstaHation hstructions.
—Instil or store where it will not be exposed
to temperatures
beiow freezing or exposed
to
the weather.
<omect to a proprly rated, protected and sized
—
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
<onnect to adequate plumbing and drain
facilities as described in the Installation
Instructions.
* Turn off 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.
* men disconnecting this appliance
pull by the plug rather than the cord to
avoid damage to the cord or junction of
cord and plug. Make sure that the cord
is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped “
over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
*.
* Do not r~pair or replace any part
of the appliance or attempt any
servicing unless specifically
recommended in.this Use and Care Book or in
published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skiUs to carry out.
.- To minimize the powibility of injury:
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● Do not mix chlorine bleach with
ammonia or acids such as vinegar andor
rust remover. Mixing can produce a
e
toxic gas which may cause death.
around your washer antior d~er during
operation.
A
WARNING-HYDROGEN GAS
is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater and the gas
can accumulate in the water heater antior water
pipes if hot water has not been used for a period
of 2 weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS CAN
BE EXPLOSZW UNDER THESE
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 some time, turn on
all hot water faucets and allow them to run for
several minutes before using any
electrid
appliance which is connected to the hot water
system. This
wi~ allow any hydrogen gas to
escape. Since the gas
is flammable, do not
smoke or
use an open flame or appliance
during this prwess.
● Never reach into washer while it is
Q*
~~ moving. Before loading, mdoading
,> or adding clothes, push in the Cycle
Selector knob
to OFF position, then
wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the lid.
* Close supervision is necessary if
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this appliance is used by or near
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children. Do not allow children
to play inside, on, or with this
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appliance or any discarded
appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and
shipptig or packing materials properly. Before
discarding a washer, or removing from service,
remove the washer lid.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER
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WARNIN&TO reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
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Sorting and Loading
● Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color
and amount of soil, according to instructions in How
to Sort Clothes section.
● Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents,
Other Additives section for information on detergents
and other laundry additives.
● Load clothes into wash basket, being careful not
to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section
for more information.
● See How to Use Bleach Dispenser section
for information on the Bleach Dispenser.
● See How to Use Fabric Softener Dispenser
section for more information on the Fabric
Softener Dispenser.
● For information on bleaches and fabric softeners,
see Other Laundry Products section.
● Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin
with the lid open.
Setting the Controls
Use the Controls Setting Guide to help you make the
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proper selections.
~ Select WashlSpin Speed.
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~ Select Water Level.
LOW: Washer is less than 1/2 full of clothes.
MEDIUM: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
HIGH: Over 2/3 full.
If you wish to increase water level after you’ve made
a selection, turn knob to RESET and select new level.
~ Select Wash/Rinse Temperature.
Push Cycle Selector knob in and turn clockwise to
your selected wash setting.
Pull Cycle Selector knob @ START
out to start the washer.
If you wish to change
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setting after washer
has started, push Cycle STOP
@
Selector knob into stop
the
wasiler and reset to the
new position. Setting can be changed at any time.
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TWS TO HELP YOU SELECT SETT~GS
Heavy Soil, Medium and Light Cycles—
For most cottons, linens, and work and play clothes.
Longer wash times plus an extra deep rinse, spray
rinse and spin provide thorough washing and
detergent removal.
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soak cycle RINSE o
light
medium
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Soak Cycle—
Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time,
then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of
Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle.
perm. press.
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soak cycle
HINSE o
light
medium
heaw
soil ●
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Permanent Press Cycles—
For loads of synthetic andor delicate fabrics. A
perm. press - heavy
cold water cool-down helps prevent set-in wrinkles
SPt.
in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses, and similar
apparel with normal soil.
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Pre-Wash Cycle—
For use when clothes are excessively soiled. Provides
agitated soak and a soak without agitation, followed
by agitation and spin. Washer must be reset for
desired wash cycle.
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Supercycles—
For fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation
with extra detergent loosens stubborn soils, and
an automatic extra rinse and spin help remove
any detergent left after the first rinse and spin.
What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes)
Cycle
Selector Heavy Medium
Light
Soak Supercycles
Permanent Press
Settings Soil Cycle Cycles
Soak
Wash
14X 12 6 15 11
Spin
35
3%
3Z
3%
2ti
Rinse 3H 3% 3%
3Z
33%
Spin
7 7 7 7 34Y?
2nd Rinse
3
Spin
7
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Total
Time
35
32 26 II
445
27
NOTES:
● Total time includes pauses between each phase of the cycle.
● Total time does not include water till times. Fill times vary depending
on household water pressure and your selected water
level.
PreWash Cycle
7
2
15
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OPEMTING INSTRUCTIONS
How to Use the Bleach
● Use this dispenser with
liquid bleach only.
If you prefer to
use
~owdered
(continued)
Dispenser
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HIGH WATER LEVEL—1 kcup (310 ml) liquid
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LOW WATER LEVEL—2/3 cup (170 ml) liquid
d-● Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly
blea;h, pour it
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into bleach dispenser.
into the wash
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● Do not overfill or allow dispenser to ovefiow.
basket along with Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause fabric
your detergent. Do \\ \–~
damage.
not pour powdered bleach ● Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto
into the bleach dispenser.
clothes or into the wash basket.
● Measure bleach carefully.
Here are some recommended amounts:
How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser
● Position the Fabric ● Do not stop the washer during the first spin.
Softener Dispenser on
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This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.
the agitator.
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● Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with
● Pour manufacturer’s the Soak Cycle.
recommended amount
astandardmeasuringcup. ~ 0
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● If the dispenser gets clogged, soak it in a solution of
of fabric softener into
1 cup (240 ml) water and 1 cup (240 ml) alcohol.
● Add enough water to fill the cup 1/2 full.
● Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.
● The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed
at the proper time.
How to Use the Soak Cycle
● SOAK CYCLE temperature
will automatically be cold.
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● For a hot or warm soak,
set the WasMRinse Temp.
Iiqht
medium
-0
control to HOT/COLD or heavy soil
WARM/COLD and turn
the Cycle Selector knob
to MEDIUM cycle setting.
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● Start the washer. After washer fills and begins to
agitate, push in the Cycle Selector knob and turn
to SOAK CYCLE. Pull out the Cycle Selector knob
to complete the cycle.
● For an extended soak, allow the washer to fill and
agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the 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 out
the Cycle Selector knob to complete the cycle.

ENERGY-SAVING TWS
If vour clothes and household
ite”ms don’t look clean and fresh
after washing, you will probably
rewash them.. and that means
you’ll waste energy. Remember
to sort your clothes carefully,
and load them properly, select
correct cycles, use enough
detergent and
choose a water
temperature warm enough to
release and get rid of soil.
● Use Hot Wash—up to 150°F.
(65°C.)— on a regular basis
only when washing heavily soiled
articles—such as work and
play clothes.
● Under normal soil conditions,
wash in water above
80°F.
(27°C.). This generally means
using the Warm Wash
temperature setting on your
washer—temperatures
approximately 90°F.–l
IO°F.
(32°C.-380C.) or hand
comfortable. If you notice
that soil has accumulated after
several consecutive washings,
use Hot Wash occasionally, if
safe for fabrics.
● Always rinse in cold water. The
temperature of the rinse does not
affect cleaning.
Q 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.
● Use Normal (Fast) Spin Speed
to remove more water and help
lessen drying time. The dryer
will remove
anv wrinkles caused
by the Normal
~Fast) Spin.
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CONTROLS SETTING GU~E
Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads
WasMSpin
Speed Wash Water
Temperature
Load Cycle Setting
Cottons and Linens
White/Colorfast
BrighVNoncolorfast
Work Clothes
Heavy soil
Normal/Fast
Normal/Fast
Hot or Warm
Warm or Cold
Heavy Soil, Medium or Light Setting
Heavy Soil, Medium or Light Setting
Normal/Fast
Hot
Hot or Warm
SUPERCYCLE
Average soil
Normal/Fast
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cottons
Heavy or oily soil
Average or light soil
Normal/Fast
Gentle/Slow
Hot
Warm SUPERCYCLE
Perm. Press Setting
Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics
Sturdy
Delicate
Silks, WOOIS; Blends of Silk
and Wool
Normal/Fast
Gentle/Slow
Warm
Warm
Perm. Press Setting
Perm. Press Setting
Gentle/Slow
Warm Perm. Press Setting
Delicate
Perm. Press Setting
Delicate
Perm. Press Setting
Medium Setting
Rayon and Acetate Gentle/Slow
Warm
Warm
Gentle/Slow
Down-filled garments, if machine
washing is recommended
Normal/Fast
Hot
Medium or Light Setting
depending on soil
Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Coveralls
Baby Clothes—Delicate Gentle/Slow
Warm Perm. Press Setting
Delicate
Blankets—Wool,
Pafi-Wool,
Cotton
5 min. soak then
Normal/Fast
5 min. soak then
Normal/Fast
Gentle/Slow
Warm
Light Setting
Warm
Light Setting
Blankets—Synthetic, Electric
Curtains—DO NOT MACHINE
WASH FIBERGLASS Hot or Warm Perm.
Press Setting
Medium Setting
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes*
Gentle/Slow Hot or Warm Perm.
Press Setting
Slipcovers, Draperies, Bathmats & Rugs* Normal/Fast
Hot or Warm
Medium Setting
Denims (especially Indigo Blue
Jeans) and other fabrics that bleed Normal~ast
Cold or Warm
Heavy Soil Setting
Rubber-coated Items, Laminated
Fabrics,
Viny], Plastics and
Articles with Plastic Trim
Gentle/Slow
Warm Perm.
Press Setting
Delicate
Pillows
Gentle/Slow
Warm
Medium or Light Setting
depending on soil
*Check size. Some slipcovers, draperies and bedspreads may be to
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large for automatic home-size washer.

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Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels
Bleach
Liquid chlorine type.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine
type.
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type
Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach
when needed.
No bleach.
Seldom needed. If needed, use only
non-chlorine bleach.
No bleach.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
Only non-chlorine bleach when needed
No bleach.
No bleach.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine
type.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type.
White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type
No bleach.
No bleach.
No bleach
Special Instructions
If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in
Detergent Guide. Use
SUPERCYCLE. See Tips to Help You Select Settings section.
Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide.
Small loads reduce wrinkling. Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide.
Use
SUPERCYCLE. Small loads reduce wrinkling.
If unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent
Guide. For heavy or oily soil garments on sturdy garments, use
SUPERCYCLE. Small loads
reduce wrinkling.
Wash onlj if recommended by the garment manufacturer.
Follow instructions carefully.
Wash in your washer
on[} if recommended by the garment manufacturer
Wash frequently to fluff
u~ the down and retain the garment’s warmth. Wash separately. Wet
,
down gives oft an odor w~ich may be absorbed by ;ther garments. Odor disappears ;hen
garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled areas with liquid detergent or paste made of water and
granular detergent. Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 at a time or add towels to balance.
GARMENT MUST BE TUhlBLE DRIED.
You may prefer to use a mild type detergent.
Do baby clothes separately. Pretreat spots.
Rinse diapers, nightgowns, pads and sheets
af[er use. Keep diapers in a covered pail of cold
water and conditioning agent like
Borateem brand.
You may prefer to use a mild type detergent. Do hand-knit garments by hand or use the
PERM. PRESS—DELICATE selection.
Fill washer, add detergent and allow to dissolve before adding blanket. Do one blanket at a time.
Pretreat heavily soile~ spots with liquid detergent.
On electric blanket, sew a strong piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from
damage. Do one blanket at a time. Pretreat heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
Vacuum out loose dirt before washing.
If unusually soiled, use Normal/Fast Wash/Spin Speed.
Wash only 2 or 3 rugs or mats at 1 time. Shake before washing to remove excess dirt.
For new “indigo blue” jeans, wash at least 3 times in very small loads with full water
fill.
Jeans need ample room to move to avoid white lines at creases. May discolor plastic washer
parts. Subsequent washings will reduce discoloration, but will probably never eliminate it.
The stained parts will not discolor subsequent washing loads.
Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat).
Pillows are made of different materialsdacron, fiber, foam, polyester, natural feathers and
down. Many pillows can be machine washed, but
?ntznuji~cfurer.s’ cczre label.} mu.rr be,fi)llo}ved
c(lrefullv. If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or holes and mend to
prevent escape of feathers or filling. Fill washer, add detergent and agitate for several minutes
to dissolve detergent. Add 2 pillows at a time to balance load. Use high water
level.
For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS.”
For sale by the Superintendent of Documents. U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
D.C. 20402
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HOW TO SORT CLOTHES
Sort by Surface Texture
Separate
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LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and
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chenille—give up lint.
LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers
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&Collectors
and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—
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attract lint. These must be washed separately.
For more information on lint control, see
The Problem Solver section.
Sort by Fabric
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Separate
% Cottons & n % Perm Press a
% Synthetics & m % Dellcates a
‘~ Linens from ~~cottons & from %mPOIY Knits from
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In addition to sorting
to reduce lint collection,
it is recommended
that fabrics of similar
construction be
washed together
whenever possible.
Sort by Soil
Sort by Color
For instructions
on different fabrics and
loads, see the Controls
Setting Guide.
It pays to check and prepare Soaking and Pretreating—a FOR
INFORWTION ON
clothes for washing. good way to loosen deep soils SOAKING AGENTS, see Other
● Empty pockets, brush out cuffs,
and stains. Laundry
Produck Guide.
zip zippers, snap snaps, hooks
A thorough soaking with detergent
● Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing
and buttons. or special soaking agent is another
in a small amount of liquid
● Do any necessary mending—
way to remove heavy soils,
detergent or a paste made of
rips, hems, tears.
embedded dirt and even some stains.
water and powdered detergent
● Check all items for areas of
Soaking can be either a completely
or soap. For best results, wait
heavy soil or stain. separate washing step or a 1/2 hour before washing.
● Remove stains. See Stain
preliminary step to a complete
Removal Guide. wash cycle. For detailed
information on how to soak
● Turn poly knits inside-out to
in your washer, see How to
minimize fabric surface damage.
Use the Soak Cycle.
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER
This illustration, with clothes just
reaching the Filter Ring, shows a
proper load. Clothes 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
requires a full water fill.
What is the best size load of
clothes—large, medium, or
small? Save time, energy and
detergent by avoiding extra use of
the washer. Try to wash a full load
of clothes. If you can it is better to
save clothes until you have a full
load. If you must wash smaller
loads, save water, energy and
detergent by adjusting the water
level for the size of the load. See
Operating Instructions.
● Load clothes dry.
“ Take a properly sorted group of
clothes and drop them loosely in
the wash basket in this order:
~ Large Items–like sheets. Do
not wrap around the agitator.
~ Small Items–like washcloths.
~ Medium Size Items–like
towels.
To Add Items After the Washer Has Started
● Turn off the washer. NOTE: When washing stockings, panty hose and
● Add any additional articles by
other easily tangled items, always handle separately.
submerging them next to the agitator.
To minimize tangling, we recommend the use of a net
laundry bag.
Special Recommendations for Washing Permanent Press If You Do Not Have a Dryer
If you are machine-washing Permanent Press clothes ● Use more water than you would for a regular load.
that you plan to line dry or drip-dry, use extra care to Use a Medium Water Level for a Small Load; a
minimize wrinkling in the wash process: High Water Level for a Medium Load.
● Be careful not to overload washer. Permanent Press ● Remove clothes promptly as soon as washer stops
clothes must have ample room to move freely. A
and hang immediately.
Medium size Permanent Press load is the largest that
should be washed.
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SELECT~G DETERGENTS AND SOAP
Products
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.
In some areas only non-phosphate
products are available.
Perform well in soft water.
Offer better performance in
hard water than powdered
non-phosphate types.
Clean synthetics and fabric
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
Those containing sodium
carbonate as an ingredient may
cause harmful limestone deposits
on clothes and washer when
combined with hard water.
(See Detergents section.)
May not perform as well as
powdered phosphate products
when diluted in wash water.
Generally do not clean well in
medium-hard or hard water.
May combine with water
hardness minerals to form
sticky soap curd.
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T~ RES~TS OF CONT~UED
USE OF CAMONATE DETERGENTS
Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonate type non-phosphate detergent, you will most probably notice
limestone* deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces. The hardness of your water and your washing frequency
will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up. If your water is VERY HARD (11 or more grains) and if you
wash just a few loads a week, you may see limestone buildup in just a few months.
Effec@ on Clothes
Although limestone buildup occurs more rapidly on
cotton, it will eventually affect various fabrics in the
following ways:
● Gives a stiff, harsh, rough feel to fabrics such
as toweling.
● Causes colors to fade and become dull and dingy.
● Causes graying of fabrics.
● Leaves a white, powdery residue on
dark-colored items.
● Causes spot-fading of bright colors as a result of
direct contact with detergent.
● Reduces wrinkle-resistance of permanent
press fabrics.
● Destroys effectiveness of flame-retardant finishes on
cottons such as children’s
sleepwear.
● Increases fabric wear because of the scrubbing action
between limestone deposits on the fabrics during
washer agitation.
Effects on Washer
Q Unsightly buildup on all washer surfaces exposed to
the wash solution.
● Mat-like, crusty formations caused by lint adhering
to the sticky limestone deposits.
● Increased service calls because of limestone deposits
in the pump, recirculation water hoses, filters and
other washer parts.
● Reduced useful life of washer.
Recommended Methods to Reduce
Limestone Buildup
● Use a powdered phosphate detergent 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 delay
● Increase amount of detergent. See guide on opposite
the effects of limestone on your clothes. These are page for recommended detergent amounts in relation
generally good washing practices and will give better to water hardness.
soil removal whether or not you have hard water or use
● Increase use of bleaches, presoaks, packaged water
carbonate detergent. conditioners, prewash soil and stain removers to help
● Use hotter wash water, for example up to in removing stubborn soils and stains.
150°F. (65°C.) for cottons. This also improves
oily-soil removal.
● Use greater care in sorting loads. Wash very dirty
loads separately and increase detergent to help keep
● If you wash in cooler water to save energy, use more dirt from redepositing on less soiled items. Wash
detergent to promote better washing. Also be sure to delicate items separately to prevent damage from
use bleach on
bleachable fabrics. Use hot water
heavy, sturdy clothes.
whenever possible.
● Wash smaller loads to increase cleaning action
Q Add detergent and allow washer to fill and
of washer.
agitate for 3 or 4 minutes to dissolve detergent
before adding clothes.
“ Use fabric softener to counteract stiffness or harshness
in clothes.
*LIMESTONE–technically called CALCIUM CARBONATE–is caused by the
reaction of the calcium in the hard water with the sodium carbonate in the detergent.
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THE RESULTS OF CONT~ED
USE OF CAmONATE DETERGENTS
(continued)
How to Partially Restore Clothes
Once clothes have developed limestone deposits, they
may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of 2
CAUTIONS:
cups (480 ml) of vinegar in 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of hot tap
water for 15 minutes. USE A PLASTIC CONTAINER.
● Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer.
Then wash clothes in the washer using detergent.
The acidic action of the vinegar may damage
the porcelain.
Q Vinegar soak solution may reduce the
wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics.
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s Vinegar soak may damage the dyes in some fabrics.
HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHOULD YOU USE?
The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is 1 of the most
important 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 water
2. Large loads
3. Greasy or oily soils
4. Lower wash temperature
5. Low phosphate detergent
If the recommended amount of
detergent produces too many suds,
switch to a low sudsing detergent
brand, and follow instructions
on package.
Using too little
detergent is a
common cause
of laundry
w
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=
problems. Always ~
measure detergent
=
in a standard measuring cup.
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 doesn’t dissolve
well, predissolve the detergent in
hot water, then pour directly into
the wash basket.
Recommended Amount of Detergent for Average Soil Load
Water Level Setting
Water
Hardness
High Medium Low
VERY HARD
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2 cups
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1% cups
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1 ti cups
10-20 Grains (480 ml) (420 ml)
(300 ml)
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High-Sudsing
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HARD
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1% cups
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1 L cups
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314 cup
Powder
~pe 4-10 Grains (420 ml) (360 ml)
“-1
(180 ml)
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Som
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1 cup
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1 cup
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1/2 cup
O-4 Grains (240 ml)
(240 ml) (120 ml)
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Low-Sudsing
Concentrated 0-10 Grains
1 cup
314 cup 1/2 cup
Powder ~pe
(240 ml) (180 ml) (120 ml)
1. Use recommended amount
of detergent for your load
and water hardness as
shown in guide at left.
2. When using other detergent
types—low and normal suds,
powders, liquids,
non-
phosphate powders—follow
directions on package.
3. For hard water treatment,
see Hard Water Guide.
LIQUID
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0-10 Grains
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FOLLOW PAC~GE DIRECTIONS
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~RD WATER—DO YOU ~VE 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
gallon (3.8 liters)” and means this:
O to 3 grains per gallon (3.8
liters)—SO~
4 to 10 grains—HARD
11 to 19 grains—VERY HARD
20 grains and over—EXTREMELY HARD
If your water is SOFT, you have no problem. You
can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget
all about hard water. If you have HARD 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.
Add This Much Water Softener with a Full Water Level
Grains of
hardness
o–lo 10–15 15-20 20-25 25-30
over 30
When using
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1/4 cup l/2 cup
213 CUP Icup
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains above
with detergent
(60 ml) (120 ml) (160 ml) (240 ml)
30 (240 ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)
When using
1/3 cup 2/3 CUP 3/4 cup 1 cup 1% cups
1 X cups plus 1 tablespoon for every 5 grains
with soap
(80 ml) (160 ml) (180 ml) (240 ml) (360 ml) above 30 (300
ml plus 15 ml for each extra 5 grains)
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I

OT~R LAU~RY PRODUCTS
Laundry
Product and
fipe
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 brand
PRETREATING,
STAIN AND
SPOT REMOVERS
Such as
Spray’n Wash
and
K2R brands
TINTS AND DYES
Powdered such as
Rit
and Tintex brands
How to Use it
Use your bleach dispenser.
See How to Use Your Bleach
Dispenser section.
Follow package directions.
Put bleach into washer with detergent,
Mix recommended amount with one
cup (240 ml) water and add at start of
rinse cycle.
Follow package directions.
Add during wash cycle.
Use in case of infection and
contagious disease.
See under Bleach above.
Follow package directions.
Add at start of wash cycle.
Follow package directions.
Use with detergent or soap in wash cycle.
Follow package directions.
Follow package directions. Treat only
heavily soiled areas. Check garments’
care labels for instructions.
Follow package directions.
NOTE: Tinted
&arments may not be
colorfast. Wash separately.
Special Instructions
1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into
washer or on dry clothes.
2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be
cblorine
bleached such as: 100Y. 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 and soft.
2) Reduces static electricity.
3) Use carefully. Too much may cause staining on
some clothes.
4) Do not pour directly on clothes.
5) For those recommended for adding to the wash cycle,
such as Rain Barrel brand, follow manufacturer’s
instructions exactly.
Guards against infection by killing most bacteria and
viruses.
Suspends hardness minerals in solution, keeping
water clear.
Combines with water hardness minerals to form precipitate
which gives cloudy or milky appearance to water.
CAUTION: Washer control panels and finishes may be
damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain
remover products if such products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the washer. Apply these pretreatment
products away from washer. The fabric may then be washed
normally. Damage to your washer caused by pretreatment
products is not covered by your warranty.
Clean washer to avoid discoloration of next load. Go
through complete cycle (5-minute wash) using hot water,
l/2 cup (120 ml) detergent, I cup (240 ml) bleach. Wipe
exterior parts. Caution: Tinting may discolor plastic in
washer. Subsequent washings
will reduce discoloration
but may never eliminate it.
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HOW TO ~MOVE STAINS
1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. The ● Test stain removal product on a hidden inside
fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. seam or on a sample of the material.
2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take ● Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains. It
these steps: can set some stains.
s Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the 3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.
next page, and use only recommended methods. 4. Wash with recommended amount of soap or
● Check the care label instructions that came with
detergent.
the garment.
Stain Removal Hint—Using Chlorine Bleach for White and Bleachable Fabrics
Mix 1/4 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.
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain
Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments If these stains are not completely removed in the wash,
may cause stains which are virtually invisible and the
oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water.
which you may not notice as you put your clothes Then they will become very visible and you may think
into the washer. they were caused by the wash cycle itself.
Once These Spots Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?
● Rub in undiluted liquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes.
● Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.
How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash” Stains?
● Increase the amount of detergent normally used.
● Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.
● Wash synthetic garments more often.
● See Stain Removal Guide next page.
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Stain
Adhesives
(Chewing Gum, etc.)
Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
Blood
Chocolate, Cream,
Ice Cream and Milk
Coffee and Tea
Cosmetics: Eye Shadow,
Lipstick, Mascara, Liquid
or Pancake Makeup, Rouge,
Powder; Crayon; Grease,
Oil, Tar, Cod Liver Oil
Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juices,
Wine, Vegetables or Food
Coloring
Grass, Foliage, Flowers,
Mildew. Scorch
Ink, Ballpoint
Paint and Varnish
Perspiration
Rust
White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics
See Controls Setting Guide.
Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use dull tool to Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
carefully scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge
with a safe dry cleaning fluid, * then launder.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics
according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page. If color except use non-chlorine bleach.
has changed, you may be able to restore it by sponging with
ammonia.** Rinse thoroughly.
Soak in cold water, then launder in warm water. If stain remains, Sponge or soak in cool water, then
bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder. launder.
Soak in cold water. Treat stain with a safe dry cleaning fluid*;
Apply undiluted liquid detergent, launder, dry. Bleach according
to the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder and dry.
Soak in cold water. Sponge with a safe
cleaning fluid. * Apply undiluted liquid
detergent. Launder in warm water.
Without cream: Bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
opposite page. Launder. With cream: Follow guide directions for
cream.
Treat stain with safe dry cleaning fluid.* Apply undiluted
liquid
detergent; launder and dry. Bleach according to the Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page.
Soak stain in cool water. If stain remains, bleach according to
the Stain Removal Hint on opposite page, launder.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Launder. (Treat mildew spots
while they are fresh, before mold has a chance to weaken fabric.)
If either type stain remains, bleach according to the Stain Removal
Hint on opposite page, launder. (Severe scorch cannot be removed.)
Fresh stains: Place stain face down on an 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 opposite page.
Sponge with warm water. If stain remains,
apply warm glycerine, let stand 30
minutes and rinse
well, or sponge with a
safe dry cleaning fluid. * Launder.
Sponge with a safe dry cleaning fluid. *
Then launder in warm detergent water.
Sponge with warm water. Bleach remaining
stain with non-chlorine bleach.
Sponge with warm water. Apply
undiluted
liquid detergent.
Bleacb remaining stain
with non-chlorine bleach, then launder.
Old mildew stains can seldom be
removed.
Scorcb can seldom
be removed.
Same as white and bleachable fabrics
except launder using non-chlorine bleach.
Soften with oil, lard or petroleum jelly, then sponge with Same as white and bleachable fabrics.
turpentine or banana oil. Launder in warm water.
Apply undiluted liquid detergent and launder in warm water.
Launder in warm water. Rinse well. Bleach
If color has changed you maybe able to restore it by treating with
with non-chlorine bleach.
ammonia or vinegar,** If an
y
stain remains, treat with safe dw
cleaning fluid* or bleach according to the Stain Removal Hint on
oPPosite page, launder and d~.
Apply rust remover,
** using manufacturer’s directions. Rinse and Same as white and
bleachable fabrics.
launder.
A
*Cautiorr: Becouse cleaning fluids tend to be toxic, be sure you
**DO not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such ds Vinegar
arc in a well ventilated room when using them. No cleaning
andor rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause
tluid should be used unless user is familiar with the limitations
death.
and required cautions (usually printed on label). Use extreme caution
with flammable compounds. Save and refer to garment manufacturer’s care labels.
Under
no circumstances should fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc. ) be washed in washer.
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