GE WHSB8000, WHSB9000 User Manual
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Operating Instructions
Clothes Care Cycles . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 6
Controls Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cycle Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Loading and Using
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14
One Touch Cycles . . . . . . . . . . . .4–7
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Washer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .8–12
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .15–18
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Washers
175D1807P403 49-90140 04-02 JR
WHSB8000
WHSB9000
Owner’s Manual
Profile
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ______________
Serial # ______________
You can find them in the
upper right corner on the
back of your washer.
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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting Tips
■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather.
■ Remove the colored protective film from the
control panel.
■ 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 visiting
www.GEAppliances.com
, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) in the United States. In Canada, call
1.800.361.3400.
■ 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
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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.
Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
■ 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: Pressing START or STOP 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 should be replaced every 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
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
Washer control panel for Model WHSB8000.
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting Tips
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
ONE T
OUCH
Quick Start Guide
• Add detergent
• Add diluted fabric
softener (on models
with a fabric softener
dispenser)
• Add clothes
• Select wash cycle
• Check load size setting
• Close lid
• Push START
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Your new washer offers the convenience of starting your wash loads with our easy O
NE
TOUCH
cycles. Make one simple
selection, and your LOAD SIZE, SOIL LEVEL, WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE and WASH/SPIN SPEED are automatically set.
Then all you have to do is press START.
Easy ONE TOUCH Cycles.
Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
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PRESS... AUTOMATICALLY SELECTS... THEN PRESS...
You can change any of the automatic settings simply by pressing the desired pads.
ONE TOUCH selections for Model WHSB8000. www.GEAppliances.com
Changing the automatic settings.
For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens,
work and play clothes.
For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens,
work and play clothes.
For non-colorfast cottons and blends, and items that
are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer.
For knits, wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
For lingerie and items labeled hand-washable with
light soils. Provides periods of agitation and soak
during wash and rinse.
For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and
knits. Provides agitate/pause cycles to clean your
heavily soiled items.
Washer control panel for Model WHSB9000.
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting Tips
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
ONE T
OUCH
Quick Start Guide
• Add detergent
• Add diluted fabric
softener (on models
with a fabric softener
dispenser)
• Add clothes
• Select wash cycle
• Check load size setting
• Close lid
• Push START
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Your new washer offers the convenience of starting your wash loads with our easy O
NE
TOUCH
cycles. Make one simple
selection, and your LOAD SIZE, SOIL LEVEL, WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE, WASH SPEED and SPIN SPEED are automatically
set. Then all you have to do is press START.
Easy ONE TOUCH Cycles.
This washer uses an advanced variable speed motor to provide you with superior clothes care and wash cycle flexibility.
The use of this motor allows your washer to agitate more slowly than a conventional washer, and to spin at speeds that
more closely meet the needs of your clothing.
Some wash cycles are pulsed, and will agitate and soak to provide you with better cleaning and less wear on your
clothing. Some spin cycles will start slowly and then accelerate, allowing more water to be removed from the clothes
with less wrinkling. These functions are a normal part of your new washer, and help to provide you with the most
versatile washer ever made by GE.
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