MABE GE CLMG70204DBB (01) PDF Document

If you smell gas, follow these instructions for your safety:

1. Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance.

2. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

3. Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

4. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions carefully.

5. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Yes. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas can be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more, which can be explosive. If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system, like your MABE GE CLMG70204DBB. This procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

Follow these steps to operate the washer on your MABE GE CLMG70204DBB:

Step 1. Add detergent. You can also add fabric softener and liquid bleach in their respective dispensers if desired.

Step 2. Add clothing to the washer basket.

Step 3. Select the load size, wash cycle, and other wash options using the control knobs.

Step 4. Close the lid and press the START button.

To properly load your MABE GE CLMG70204DBB washer:

Standard Loads: Place clothes evenly around the infuser (preferably not over it) so the load is distributed evenly. The washing machine will start the cycle by turning the basket to accommodate the load for better cycle development.

Bulky Items: For items like large blankets, a special accommodation is suggested. Take one end of the item and insert it in a spiral shape, keeping it arranged around the basket until you reach the other end. If the clothes exceed the indicated limit, you must compress them slightly inward to ensure the volume is below the limit.

Yes. For waterproof and water-resistant items, you must use only the Bulky cycle. Do not use other cycles for items such as diaper covers, bulky waterproof bed covers, vehicle covers, sleeping bags, camping tents, or waterproof clothing. Using a different cycle can cause water to become trapped in the items, leading to abnormal vibration, and may result in injury or damage to the washer, walls, floor, or the clothing itself. Always ensure you do not mix waterproof and non-waterproof items in the same load.

The Sanitized cycle on your MABE GE CLMG70204DBB is designed to eliminate bacteria, viruses, and germs found in clothing. For this cycle to work correctly, you must use hot water; ensure that your home has a hot water supply connected to the installation. The cycle uses high-temperature water to ensure its effectiveness. For best performance, place the detergent in the bottom of the tub first, then add the clothes. This cycle is ideal for high-cotton items like towels, jeans, sheets, and bathrobes. Set the “Temperature” and “Water Level” knobs to the “Automatic” position for the best results.

1. Selecting cycles: Turn the main knob to choose from the available programs based on the type of clothes you are washing.

2. Temperatures: Turn the Temperature knob to select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles.

3. Water level: Turn the Water Level knob to select from 4 water levels or choose the automatic sensor option, which will select the ideal amount for you.

4. Selecting functions: Press the ‘Selection’ button repeatedly to choose independent functions of the wash cycle, such as wash only, rinse only, or wash and spin. The indicator lights will show which functions are selected.

5. Start/pause: Press this button to start the washer. Press it again to pause the operation. To resume, press the button one more time.

You can use the ‘personal touch’ mode to run wash stages independently. Use the ‘Selection’ button to cycle through the options:

Wash only: This function will fill the washer and then provide agitation. At the end of the wash stage, the ‘spin’ light will turn on, but the washer will not drain the water.

Rinse only: This function drains and spins the wash. Then, it will fill the tub with clean water and provide rinse agitation to complete the stage, without draining the water at the end. The ‘rinse’ light will stay on.

Only wash and rise: It will fill the washer and provide wash agitation. At the end, it will drain the water, and the ‘spin’ light will come on. Then, it will fill the tub with clean water and provide rinse agitation, without draining the water at the end. The ‘Rinse’ light will stay on.

Only wash and spin: This function will fill the washer and provide wash agitation. At the end, it will drain the water and spin the clothes to complete the cycle. The ‘spin’ light will stay on.

Only rise and spin: This function will drain the water. The ‘spin’ light will turn on, and the tub will be filled with clean water for rinse agitation. Then it will drain the water and spin the clothing.

The water fill dilutes chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.

1. Check clothing care labels for special instructions.

2. 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 the bleach funnel.

3. Before starting the washer, pour the measured amount of bleach directly into the bleach funnel. Avoid splashing or overfilling. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it to the wash basket with the detergent.

Warning: 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.

Add detergent and turn on the washer before adding items so that the detergent can work effectively. Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load, or a lightly soiled load.

Wash Basket: Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the basket, use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent, then rinse. Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.

Fill Hoses: It is recommended to change the fill hoses every 5 years.

Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with a damp cloth. Try not to hit the surface with sharp objects.

Long Vacations: Be sure the water supply is shut off at the faucets. Drain all water from the hoses if the weather will be below freezing.

During an automatic drying cycle on your MABE GE CLMG70204DBB, the knob will not turn until the thermostat sensor indicates the clothes are dry. Then, the knob will automatically turn to the OFF position. Automatic cycles determine fabric dryness for you.

Easy Care: For wrinkle-free garments, permanent ironing, and items that need special care when drying.

Sanitized: Do not use for delicate clothing like lycra or sports items. Do not put in more than 6 clothes that have laces or ribbons. This setting is for garments with cotton, fabrics combined with cotton, and most white clothes, leaving them less dry.

Cottons: For garments with cotton, fabrics combined with cotton, and most white garments.

Delicates: For mostly synthetic clothes, small thin items, baby clothes, or underwear that require special care at low temperatures.

You can select “less dry” if you want your clothes slightly damp at the end of the cycle, or “more dry” if you want them to be more dry.

The timed dry cycles on your MABE GE CLMG70204DBB run for a manually selected amount of time.

Dewrinkle: Use this cycle for removing wrinkles from items that are clean and only very lightly damp.

Fluff: Use this cycle for freshening or removing lint from already dry clothing.

Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a damp cloth. Be aware that some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products can damage the dryer control panel and finishes, so keep these products away from the dryer.

The lint filter: Clean the filter before each use. Slide the grid that covers the filter out and move your fingers through the filter. A wax buildup may form from the use of fabric softeners; to remove this residue, wash the lint filter with soap and warm water. Dry it completely before replacing it. Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter and grid in place. It is recommended to have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year.

You should inspect and clean the exhaust duct at least once a year to prevent clogging, as a partially clogged exhaust can lengthen drying time. To clean it:

1. Turn off the electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket.

2. Disconnect the duct from the dryer.

3. Vacuum the duct with a hose attachment and reconnect it.

Also, check the exhaust hood. Using a mirror, make sure the inner flaps of the hood move freely when the dryer is operating. Ensure there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.

For the best drying performance, your MABE GE CLMG70204DBB needs to be properly vented. Follow these specifications:

• Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter material for the duct inside the dryer cabinet.
• Use only rigid or flexible metal 4″ diameter material approved by UL for the exhaust duct leading to the outside.
• Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
• Use the shortest length possible.
• Do not crush or collapse the duct.
• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
• Venting must conform to local building codes.

If your clothes are too wet, it may be due to an incorrect spin cycle selection. Make sure the spin cycle selected matches the load you are washing. Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water.