GE GBSR1070 Owner’s Manual

Part No. 175D1807P283 Pub. No. 49-90016

7-99 JR

GBSR1070 GBXR1070 GBXR2060 GCXR2080 GJSR2080 GJXR2080

GKSR2080 GKSR4110 GNSR2090 GNSR3100 GUSR2100 GWSR3090

Owner’s Manual

GE Appliances

Washers

Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family.

Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.

Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your washer. That’s important, because your new washer will be part of your family for many years. And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.

We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.

A Service Partnership.

Safety Information

. . . . . . . . . . . .3

Operating Instructions

Control Panels and Their Settings . . . .4-11

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Loading and Using the Washer . . . . .13, 14

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call For Service

. . . . . . . .15–17

Customer Service

Service Telephone Numbers . . . . . . . . . .18

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

FOR YOUR RECORDS

Write the model and serial numbers here:

You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of your washer.

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your washer properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your washer.

READ THIS MANUAL

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

You’ll find many answers to common problems in the

Before You

Call For Service

section. If you review our chart of

Troubleshooting Tips

first, you may not need to call for service at all.

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in the back section. Or call 1-800-361-3400.

IMPORTANT!

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

■Install or store where it will not be exposed to

temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

■Properly ground washer to conform with all governing

codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.

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 which is connected to the hot water system. This simple 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.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling, toll-free

1-800-361-3400.

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

■Keep the area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used

by or near children. Do not allow children to play on, with, or inside this or any other appliance.

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

■Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait

until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

■Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids

such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

■Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in,

washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation.

■

The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions.

■To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug

this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

NOTE:

Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off

position does

NOT

disconnect the appliance from

the power supply.

■Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged,

malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

WHEN USING THE WASHER

■Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses

and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.

■Before discarding a washer, or removing it from

service, remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside.

■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this

appliance unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

■Do not tamper with controls.

WHEN NOT IN USE

Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

Model GBXR1070

Find your washer control panel.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model GBSR1070

Model GBXR2060

LOAD/CHARGE

SMALL PETITE

LOAD/CHARGE

SMALL PETITE

LARGE

MEDIUM

SUPER

EXTRA LARGE

TEMPERATURE

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

TEMPERATURE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

WASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

WASH/RINSE

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

REGULAR

COTTONS

COTONS

TREMPAGE

REGULAR

COTTONS

COTONS

TREMPAGE

SOAK

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

SOAK

MEDIUM

PERMA PRESS

EXTRA

PERMA PRESS

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATE

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATE

PERMA

PRESS

PERMA

PRESS

LOAD/CHARGE

MEDIUM

SMALL PETITE

EXTRA LARGE

TEMPERATURE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

WASH/RINSE

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

REGULAR

COTTONS

COTONS

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

MEDIUM

EXTRA

PERMA PRESS

EXTRA

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATE

PERMA

PRESS

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

Model GKSR2080

About the control settings.

Load Size

The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.

Temperature

Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

COTTONS

PERMA For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.

PRESS

KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATE For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.

SOAK For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing. Once the soak and spin cycle is

complete reset the control to a wash setting.

POWER WASH For heavily soiled and heavy duty fabrics. This cycle provides longer agitation.

TEMPERATURE

WARM

COLD

COLD COLD

HOT

COLD

SMALL

LOAD SIZE

LARGE

SUPER

COTTONS

REGULAR

LIGHT SOIL

SOAK

MEDIUM

HEAVY

POWER WASH

PERMANENT PRESS

KNITS

DELICATES

PERMANENT

PRESS

Model GJXR2080

Find your washer control panel.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model GCXR2080

Model GJSR2080

LOAD/CHARGE

MINI

LOAD/CHARGE

LARGE

MEDIUM

EXTRA LARGE

SMALL PETITE

EXTRA LARGE

RE.

SPEED/VITESSE

WASH/SPIN

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE

DEL DEL

SPEED/VITESSE

WASH/SPIN

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE

DEL DEL

NORMAL NORMAL

TEMPERATURE

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

TEMPERATURE

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

WASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

WASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

WARM/WARM

TIEDE/TIEDE

REGULAR COTTONS COTONS

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

MEDIUM

REGULAR COTTONS COTONS

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

MEDIUM

SOAK

TREMPAGE

EXTRA

SUPER

SOAK

TREMPAGE

EXTRA

SUPER

PERMA PRESS

KNITS/TRICOTS

PERMA

PRESS

DELICATE

KNITS/TRICOTS

PERMA

PRESS

DELICATE

LOAD/CHARGE

EXTRA LARGE

LARGE

MEDIUM

RE.

SMALL PETITE

SPEED/VITESSE

WASH/SPIN

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE

DEL DEL

NORMAL NORMAL

TEMPERATURE

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

WASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

WARM/WARM

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

TIEDE/TIEDE

TREMPAGE

REGULAR COTTONS COTONS

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

MEDIUM

SOAK

EXTRA

SUPER

PERMA PRESS

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATE

PERMA

PRESS

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

About the control settings.

Load Size

The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.

Wash/Spin Speed

The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release water from the load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.

With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With Gentle wash speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.

The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. Clothes will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.

Temperature

Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

COTTONS

PERMA For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.

PRESS

KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATE For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.

SOAK For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing. Once the soak and spin cycle is

complete reset the control to a wash setting.

Model GNSR31OO

Find your washer control panel.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model GNSR2090

Model GWSR3090

LOAD/CHARGE

LARGE

SMALL PETITE

LOAD/CHARGE

LARGE

MEDIUM

EXTRA LARGE

SMALL PETITE

SPEED/VITESSE

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE

DEL DEL

SUPER

SPEED/VITESSE

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE

DEL

RE.

DEL

WASH/SPIN

NORMAL

DEL

NORMAL NORMAL

TEMPERATURE

WARM/COLD TIEDE/FROID

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

TEMPERATURE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

WASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

CHAUD/FROID

WARM/WARM

WASH/RINSE

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

WARM/WARM

TIEDE/TIEDE

EXTRA RINSE/RINÇAGE

HOT/COLD

TIEDE/TIEDE

OFF

ARRET

EXTRA RINSE/RINÇAGE

OFF

ARRET

OPTION

SET

MARCHE

SET

MARCHE

REGULAR COTTONS COTONS

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

MEDIUM

REGULAR COTTONS COTONS

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

MEDIUM

EXTRA

SUPER

15 MIN 30 MIN

AUTO SOAK/TREMPAGE

PERMA PRESS

SUPER

15 MIN 30 MIN

AUTO SOAK/TREMPAGE

PERMA PRESS

PERMA

PRESS

DELICATE

KNITS/TRICOTS

PERMA

PRESS

DELICATE

LOAD/CHARGE

SUPER

EXTRA LARGE

LARGE

RE.

SMALL PETITE

MEDIUM

SPEED/VITESSE

WASH/SPIN

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE

NORMAL

DEL

DEL DEL

NORMAL NORMAL

TEMPERATURE

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

WASH/RINSE

EXTRA RINSE/RINÇAGE

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

WARM/WARM

TIEDE/TIEDE

OFF

ARRET

OPTION

SET

MARCHE

REGULAR COTTONS COTONS

LIGHT SOIL

LEGER

MEDIUM

EXTRA

PERMA PRESS

SUPER

30 MIN

AUTO SOAK/TREMPAGE

KNITS/TRICOTS

PERMA

PRESS

DELICATE

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

About the control settings.

Load Size

The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.

Wash/Spin Speed

The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release water from the load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.

With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With Gentle wash speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.

The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. Clothes will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.

Temperature

Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

COTTONS

PERMA For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.

PRESS

KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATE For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.

AUTO SOAK For heavily soiled clothes. Begin with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves

through the rest of the cycle automatically.

About the optional setting.

Extra Rinse

When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the Extra Rinse option. This option provides a second deep cold rinse in the

COTTONS

cycle. Turn the Extra Rinse knob to

SET.

The washer will pause for a few minutes before the Extra Rinse option begins.

Find your washer control panel.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model GKSR4110

4 53

About the control settings.

Load Size

The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.

Fabric Care

Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

REGULAR COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

PERMA PRESS For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.

KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATE For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.

PREWASH For heavily soiled clothes or for clothes with a care label that recommends prewashing before wearing.

AUTO SOAK For heavily soiled clothes. Begin with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through

the rest of the cycle automatically.

About the optional settings.

Extra Rinse

When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the Extra Rinse option. This option provides a second deep cold rinse in the

COTTONS

cycle. Turn the Extra

Rinse knob to

SET.

The washer will pause for a few minutes before the Extra Rinse option begins.

Signal

If the SIGNAL option is selected,

a signal will sound just before the end of the cycle. This reminds you to remove the clothes to avoid excess wrinkling before drying. If you selected

EXTRA RINSE

the signal will

sound at the end of the cycle and at the end of the

EXTRA RINSE.

LOAD/CHARGE

SUPER

EXTRA LARGE

LARGE

MEDIUM

RE.

FABRIC CARE/TISSUS

LAVAGE/RINÇAGE

COLORS

COTTON

COULEUR

SMALL

WARM/COLD

TIEDE/FROID

PETITE

COTTONS/WHITES

COTON/BLANC

HOT/COLD

CHAUD/FROID

WASH/RINSE

PERMA PRESS

WARM/COLD TIEDE/FROID

EXTRA RINSE/RINÇAGE

DELICATE

COLD/COLD

FROID/FROID

WASH WOOLENS

LAINE LAVABLE

WARM/WARM

TIEDE/TIEDE

OFF

ARRET

OPTION

SET

MARCHE

OFF

ARRET

SIGNAL

LOUD FORT

REGULAR COTTONS COTONS

LIGHT SOIL

MED

AUTO SOAK/ TREMPAGE PREWASH/PRE-LAVAGE

LEGER

MEDIUM

EXTRA

SUPER

PRE-LAVAGE

PREWASH

PERMA PRESS

KNITS/TRICOT

30 MIN

SOAK/TREMPAGE

PERMA

PRESS

DELICATE

Load Size

The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.

Wash/Spin Speed

The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release water from the load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.

With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With Gentle wash speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.

The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. Clothes will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.

Temperature

Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

REGULAR

EASY CARE For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.

KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.

AUTO SOAK For heavily soiled clothes. Begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves

through the rest of the cycle automatically.

EXTRA Provides a timed auto soak, extra rinse and extra spin for heavily soiled clothes.

CLEANING

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

Find your washer control panel.

You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model GUSR2100

About the control settings.

SMALL

LOAD

LARGE

SUPER

WASH/SPIN

SPEED

GENTLE

SLOW

NORMAL

FAST

TEMPERATURE

WARM

COLD

COLD COLD

HOT

COLD

WARM WARM

COTTONS REGULAR

AUTO SOAK/ EXTRA CLEANING

LIGHT SOIL

MEDIUM

HEAVY

EXTRA CLEANING

PERMANENT PRESS

15 MIN

AUTO SOAK

KNITS

EASY CARE

DELICATES

30 MIN

AUTO SOAK

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

About washer features.

NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models.

Liquid Bleach Dispenser (on some models)

The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load.

Check clothing care labels for special instructions.

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 dispenser.

Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach dispenser. 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.

The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model)

The agitator cap

fits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on.

The fabric softener dispenser

automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle.

Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.

To use, follow these steps:

Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator.

Use only liquid fabric softener. Pour into dispenser, using amount recommended on package.

Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It may stain them.

Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line.

Do not pour anything into the agitator if the agitator cap or dispenser is removed.

Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)

Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.

Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover.

To clean the dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution:

■

1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water

■

1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy duty liquid detergent

■

1 cup (240 ml) bleach

If necessary, loosen build-up with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiff brush; you may roughen the surface of the dispenser.

Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.

Separate for cleaning.

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