GE GTWP1800HWS - Manual (Page 5)

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Wash Cycle-Cycle Selector Knob
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your items. The chart is ranked from greatest to least
wash intensity.
Your washer may not hove all these cycles. (Cycles vary by model.)
Whites For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play items.
(Reguiar Wash/Fast Spin)
Coiors For non-colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash.
(Reguiar Wash/Fast Spin)
Permanent Press For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
(Puised Wash/Fast Spin)
Rinse & Soak For rinsing chlorine, perspiration, stains, etc., out of items. (Followed by Drain & Fast Spin.)
Drain & Spin For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. (Fast Spin)
Liquid Bleach Funnel
The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
H Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
0 Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
■ Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash
basket.
■ Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
S Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel.
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into
the wash basket with your detergent.
■ Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust
remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between Heavy and L/ghf settings?
A: For Whites and Coiors, the wash agitation time is increased by 6 minutes and for Permanent Press, by 12 minutes. (Times ore
approximate)
Q: Which cycle is best for heavily soiled items?
A: Whites or Coiors cycles hove the greatest wash intensity. This cycle provides the best overall cleaning. Permanent Press
should be used for wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
Q: Flow con I reduce linting?
A: Sort wash loads by fabric type and whether they collect lint (velveteen, corduroy) or produce lint (terry cloth, chenille). Wash
small loads for a shorter amount of time.
Q: Flow much detergent do I use?
A: For best performance, always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions on usage. Many detergents are concentrated,
so consult the product label and follow the clearly marked lines on the detergent measuring cups. Excessive detergent can
negatively impact the wash performance.
Q: Why does there seem to be less rinse water used than in my previous washer?
A: The water level for each cycle, including the rinse cycle, has been reduced to comply with 2011 federal energy and water
regulations. Your new GE washer is designed to accommodate these reduced water levels and to wash and rinse properly with
the quantity of water added for each selected cycle.
Q: Flow does the selection of Power Rinse or Fabric Softener affect water usage of my washer?
A: Selecting the Power Rinse or Fabric Softenerfeature will increase the amount of water used by your washer during the rinse
cycle. The added water assists in the proper dilution of fabric softener. The quantity of water used in this cycle is comparable to
the amount used in the initial fill.