GE GTW491 Manual Del Propietario E Instrucciones De Instalación página 6

Getting started
C Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob
The wash cycle controls the type of washing process. The cycle selector knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the
knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to the new selection. Press Start to begin the
new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the items to be washed with the best wash cycle settings. For optimal performance,
select the cycle that most closely matches the items being washed.
Selections and options shown in bold are the recommended settings for that cycle.
Some cycles and options may not be available on some models.
Items to Wash Cycle
Cycle for normal, Colors
regular, or typical
use for washing
up to a full load
of normally
soiled cotton
clothing.
Dark colored Dark
items, linens, Colors
and mixed loads.
Casual clothes, Casuals
lightly soiled
office wear.
Lingerie and Delicates
special care
fabrics with light
soil.
Dark colored Cold
fabrics and Wash
mixed loads.
Medium to lightly Active
soiled athletic Wear
wear items of
technical or
synthetic fabrics.
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Wash Temp Soil
Level
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Hot Ex. Heavy
Warm Heavy
Colors Normal
Cool Light
Cold Ex. Light
Tap Cold
Spin Options Available
Selection
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat
Guide
Normal
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat
Guide
Normal Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat
Guide
Normal Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat
Guide
Normal Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra
Deep Fill
Normal Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Max/Extra Stain PreTreat
Guide
Normal Deep Fill
Auto Soak
Deep Rinse
2nd Rinse
Cycle Details
Cycle for normal, regular, or
typical use for washing up to
a full load of normally soiled
cotton clothing. Choose the
Heavy or Extra Heavy soil level
selection and Warm or Hot
water temperature selection as
appropriate for your clothes load
for a higher degree of cleaning.
Incorporates multi-stage fills and
wash periods to provide optimal
fabric care.
Lower wash temperatures,
a shorter wash period, and
a deep fill rinse (on some
models) minimizes fading and
spotting of dark colored fabrics.
Incorporates multi-stage fills and
wash periods to provide optimal
fabric care.
Wash period tailored to care for
casual clothes and office wear
items.
Utilizes a unique "tri-pulse" extra
gentle agitate profile to provide
special care to delicate fabrics. It
is recommended to place small or
ultra delicate items in mesh bags
before washing.
Cycle combines multiple extended
wash agitation periods with soak
periods to provide enhanced
cleaning performance and energy
efficiency with colder water
temperatures.
Cycle designed for care of medium
to lightly soiled active wear,
aththletic wear, and technical
fabrics. Incorporates a multi
stage wash period with soak to
effectively treat body soils and
odors. Use the Heavy Duty cycle
for heavily soiled sports clothing
constructed of sturdy fabric.
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