GE WISQ416C, WISQ416D, WISQ416F User Manual

Important Safety Information

Operating Instructions

The Controls on Your Washer Other Washer Features Preparing to Wash Care of Product

Helpful Information

Specialized Fabric Guide

If Something Goes Wrong

Washer

Owner’s Manual

Models: WISQ416C WISQ416D

WISQ416F

GE Appliance

175D1807P236 49-9965

11-97 CG

C Printed in the United States

General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225 USA

English Version

Versión en español 19

Water Heater Safety

Important Safety Information

Read all safety information before using

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 taps and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Use this appliance only for its

intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

— Properly ground to conform

with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

— Install or store where it will not

be exposed to temperatures below

freezing or exposed to the

weather.

• Do not repair or replace any

part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

• If the supply cord is damaged,

it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

• Do not tamper with the controls.

• Never reach into the washer

while it is moving.

• Close supervision is necessary

if this appliance is used by or near children or infirm persons. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance

or any discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping/packing materials properly. Before discarding a washer, or removing from service, remove the washer lid.

• 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, drycleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use these substances around your washer and/or dryer during operation.

• 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.

Warning

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following sections.

Safety Precautions

wash temperature

hot

warm*

cold

warm*

rinse temperature

cold

warm*

Fabric Care Guide

Operating Instructions

The controls on your washer

Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label or instructions when laundering. Use this chart as a general guide.

For information on fabric care for specialty items see the Specialty Care Guide.

Load Size Wash/Rinse Temp

By selecting load size, you are setting the water level. For the best results, select a size appropriate for the load you are washing.

You can change your load size selection by selecting RESET and a new load size.

LOAD SIZE

LARGE

HAND WASH

EXTRA LARGE

RESET

SUPER

MEDIUM

COTTON WHITES

COTTON COLORS

PERM

PRESS

OPTIONS

SIGNAL EXTENDED

SPIN

EXTRA

RINSE

FABRIC CARE

DELICATES

WASH WOOL

WASH RINSE

HOT

COLD

WARM

COLD

WARM

COLD

COLD COLD

WARM WARM

1 2

*Warm water is approximately 32°C. to 43°C. (90°F. to 110°F.) (hand comfortable)

COTTON WHITES

COTTON COLORS

PERM PRESS

DELICATES

WASH WOOL

Country Maximum Load Capacity Australia 7.5 kg

COTTONS REGULAR

For normal to lightly soiled cottons, linens, work and play clothes with

SHORT WASH

being

the shortest and

REGULAR/HEAVY

being the longest regular warm wash program.

PERMANENT PRESS

For synthetics and blends with normal soil.

KNITS

Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

AUTO HANDWASH

For l

ingerie and special-

care fabrics with light soils. Select Handwash for load size and for cycle. Provides periods of agitation and soak during wash and rinse.

AUTO SOAK

For heavily soiled clothes with the

HOT-COLD

wash setting. Begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, agitates again, then spins out and stops.

PREWASH

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

Cycle Descriptions

See next page for other washer features

Selecting Cycle Starting Washer

• Add detergent.

• Add clothes and close lid.

• Pull out the Cycle knob to start washer.

Push in the Cycle knob to select the desired cycle. See the above Cycle Descriptions.

KNITS

MEDIUM SOIL

REGULAR/ HEAVY

LIGHT SOIL

SHORT WASH

PERMANENT PRESS

COTTONS

REGULAR

AUTO SOAK/ PREWASH

PERMANENT

PRESS

AUTO

HANDWASH

RESET

OPTIONS

60 MIN

AUTO SOAK

30 MIN

AUTO SOAK

PREWASH

3 4

Operating Instructions

Other washer features your model has

This dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load. To use, follow these steps:

Check clothing care labels for special instructions.

Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on bottle.

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

splashing or over-filling

dispenser.

NOTE:

•

Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.

•

Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, pour it into the wash basket with your detergent.

Liquid Bleach Dispenser

Pour liquid bleach into bleach dispenser

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.

Extended Spin:

This option is recommended for washable woolens and sweaters. It will extend the spin without stretching the knit.

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 Regular and Permanent Press cycles. Select Extra Rinse.

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

Reset Options:

Selecting RESET OPTIONS cancels all options that have been selected.

Signal, Extended Spin, Extra Rinse and Reset Options

OPTIONS

SIGNAL EXTENDED

SPIN

EXTRA RINSE

RESET

OPTIONS

The lint filter is located under the agitator. It is self-cleaning and requires no maintenance.

Lint Filter

This dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. To use, follow these steps:

Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator.

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

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

NOTE:

•

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

•

Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with the Auto Soak.

•

Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It will leave spots on clothes.

•

Only use dispenser for liquid fabric softeners. If dispenser gets clogged, see Cleaning section below.

Do not pour anything into the agitator if the top is removed

Fabric Softener Dispenser

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 dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in a solution of warm water and liquid detergent.

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.

Cleaning Fabric Softener Dispenser

Pour liquid fabric softener and water into fabric softener dispenser

Separate for cleaning

Operating Instructions

Preparing to Wash

Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label when laundering.

Sort by color

(Separate colorfast from non-colorfast fabrics*)

• Whites

• Lights

• Darks

Separate by fabric type

• Cottons and linens

•

Permanent press cottons and blends

• Synthetic and poly knits

• Delicates

Separate lint producers from lint collectors

• Lint producers: terry cloth and

chenille

• Lint collectors: velveteen and

corduroy

Sort by soil

• Light

• Medium

• Heavy

* Non-colorfast fabrics may bleed or fade. Sort by

individual color.

Sort

Always add detergent before adding clothes so that the detergent can work effectively.

Using the correct amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean. Always follow the detergent package directions.

Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Use more detergent if you have hard water, large loads, greasy or oily soils or lower water temperature.

Detergent

Load dry items loosely, spacing evenly around agitator, and close the lid.

A typical wash load: two twin sheets, two tablecloths, four collared shirts, three pillow cases, three small bath

towels, three t-shirts,

and three pairs of shorts

Place large items in bottom, small items in the middle and medium items on top.

When loading wet items make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely.

Wash bulky items like blankets separately.

To add items after washer has started, push in Cycle knob and submerge additional items next to the agitator. Close the lid and pull Cycle knob out to restart.

To reduce wrinkling, give permanent press items, synthetics and poly knits room to move freely in the washer.

NOTE:

•

Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agitator.

•

Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) in your washer.

Load

Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. The wash basket is practically care free.

If you want to clean the washer use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)

Fill Hoses—

Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every five years.

Moving and Storage—

Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. Contact your local distributor for information on how to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer.

Long Vacations—

Be sure water supply is shut off at taps. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing.

The Washer

Care & Cleaning

Down-Filled Garments Always wash down-filled garments separately from other types

of garments. Wet down gives off an odor that will disappear when the down is dried. Wash down items frequently to fluff up the down and to retain down’s warmth. When washing make sure the load is balanced. Add towels if necessary. Always tumble-dry down garments.

Pillows Pillows are made from a variety of materials. Wash only if

recommended on the Pillow Manufacturer’s Care Label. Before washing check pillows for weak seams or holes, and mend. Let the washer fill with water and add detergent. Let the washer agitate for several minutes and then add pillows in pairs. This will keep the load balanced. Use the largest load/water level available.

Blankets Let the washer fill with water, add detergent, allow detergent to

dissolve, then add blanket. Wash only one blanket at a time.

Permanent Press Clothes Select a larger load/water level than normal. This will provide that are Line Dried more water to help reduce wrinkling and to allow clothes enough

room to move around. Remove clothes as soon as the wash cycle is complete and hang them up immediately.

Helpful Information

Specialty Care Guide

Item Suggested Care

Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label or instructions when laundering. Otherwise use the information below as a general guide.

If Something Goes Wrong

Problem Possible Causes What to Do

Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a

working outlet.

Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold taps fully on. Controls are not set properly • Check controls and make sure Cycle knob

is pulled out to ON position.

Lid is open • Close lid and pull Cycle knob out to ON

position.

Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace tripped/blown fuses or reset breaker. Washer should have

separate outlet.

Washer Won’t Operate

Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure improperly connected washer is not sitting on it.

• Top of drain outlet should be less than

1m (3 ft.) above floor.

Water Won’t Drain

Control is not set properly • Check water temperature control and adjust. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold taps fully on and

or improperly connected make sure hoses are connected to correct

taps.

Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the stopped up

water connection hoses from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water source back on.

House water heater is not set • Make sure house water heater is delivering properly water at 48°C.–65°C. (120°F.–150°F.).

Water Temperature is Incorrect

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