GE GFWS2605FMC Use and Care Manual - Page 5

Control settings. Quick Start 1 Press the Power button. If the screen is dark, a press of the Power button will "wake up" the display. 2 Select a wash cycle. (Defaults are set for each cycle. These default settings can be changed. See Control settings for more information.) 3 Press the Start/Pause button. GEAppliances.com 1 Power Press to "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into standby mode. NOTE: Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. 2 Wash Cycles The wash cycles are optimized for specific types of wash loads. The chart below will help you match the wash setting with the loads. The GentleClean™ lifters lightly tumble the clothes into the water and detergent solution to clean the load. Normal/Mixed Loads* For heavily to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. Whites* Bulky Bedding* Active Wear* Power Clean* Sanitize* For heavily to lightly soiled white cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. For large items such as comforters, blankets, small rugs and similar bulky items. For active sports, exercise and some casual wear clothes. Fabrics include modern technology finishes and fibers such as spandex, stretch and micro-fibers. For heavily soiled items which require extra cleaning power. For increased water temperature which will sanitize and kill more than 99.9% of many common bacteria found in home laundry. For best results, select the extra heavy soil setting when using the Sanitize cycle. NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers Allergen* For removing common allergens such as dust mites and pet dander. NSF Protocol P351 Allergen Reduction Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers Towels/Sheets* For items such as towels, sheets, pillowcases and dish rags. Delicates/Hand Wash For items labeled hand-washable with light soils. Provides gentle tumbling and soak during wash and rinse. Speed Wash For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Cycle time is approximately 30 minutes, depending on selected options. Single Item For washing one heavily or lightly soiled item. The washer uses this setting to optimize the wash and spin cycle for a single small or medium sized garment. Rinse + Spin To quickly rinse and spin out any items at any time. Drain + Spin Basket Clean To quickly drain and spin out any items at any time. Use for cleaning the basket of residue and odor. Recommended use of at least once per month. NOTE: Never load laundry while using Basket Clean. The laundry may become damaged. See the Care and Cleaning section. * The Add Steam option can be used with these cycles. 5