GE WISR309, WISR409, WISR106 User Manual

WISR106 WISR309 WISR409

Owner’s Manual

Washers

175D1807P576 49-90308 08-06 JR

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning

of the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Loading and Using

the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .8–10

■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather, which could cause permanent damage and invalidate the warranty.

■ 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.

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

■ 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.

Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

Consumer Support

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

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

WHEN USING THE WASHER

■ 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.). These substances give off vapors that 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 building’s 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, or pressing PAUSE 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 NOT IN USE

■ 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; GE recommends changing the hoses 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.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Add detergent

• Add diluted fabric softener (on models with a fabric softener dispenser)

• Add clothes

• Select load size and other wash options

• Select wash cycle

• Close lid

• Pull knob

Quick Start Guide

About the control panel.

Load Size

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

Wash/Spin Speed (on some models)

This refers to the speed of the agitator during the wash cycle and the basket during the spin cycle.

With NORMAL wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With the 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 the Fast Spin Speed.

Temperature (on some models)

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

Extra Rinse (on some models)

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

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Controls

LOAD SIZE

WASH/SPIN

SPEED

TEMPERATURE EXTRA RINSE

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