GE WPSB8060B9CC Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instruotions ........ 2, 3

Operating Instruc_tions

Clothes Care Cycles ......... 8-9

Control Panels ............. 4, 6

Controls Features ........... 10

Cycle Options .............. 11

Loading and Using

the _¢\asher .............. 13, 14

ONE To_ (;u (:vcles .......... 4-7

Other Features ............. 11

Variable Speed Motor . ........ 8

V\asher Features ............ 12

Troubleshooting Tips ..... 15-18

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . Back Co_er

Warranty .................. 19

WPSBS060
WPSB 9080
WPSB gl 2 0

Write the model and serial

numbers here:
Model #

Serial #

You can find them in the

upper right corner on the

back of wmr washer.

175D1807P388 40-90125 !2-07 dR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be foflowed to minimize the risk of fire or

explosion, electric shock, or to pre vent property damage, _ersonal injury, or loss of life.

WATERHEATERSAFETY

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced m 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 ii_jury
by turning on all hot water fimcets and allowing them to Hm for several minutes. Do this before

using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedm'e 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.

PROPERINSTALLATION

This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

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before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by

visiting GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

• Install or store where it will not be exposed • Proi)erl_, ,gr°tmd washer to conflmn with ;111

to temperatm'es below freezing or exposed goxerning codes and ordinances. Follow
to the weather, details in Installation Instructions.

• Remove the colored protective fihn from
the control panel.

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

• Kee I) the area underneath and around xour
appliances free of Colnbustible inaterials such

as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

• Close supervision is necessa_ y if this appliance

is used bv or near children. Do not allow
children to play on, with or inside this or any

other appliance.

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WHENUSINGTHEWASHER

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Use this
appliance

onlyfor its

intended
purpose as

described

in this

Owner's

Manual

• Never reach into washer while it is moving.

Wait until the machine has completely

stopped before opening tile lid.

• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia
or acids such as vinegar and/or _ust remover.

Mixing difl'erent chemicals can produce a

toxic gas which mav cause death.

• Do not wash or dry articles that have been
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted

with combustible or exI)losive substances

(such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers,
d_T-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which

may ignite or exphxle. Do not add these

s/ibstances to tile wash water. Do not/lse or

place these substances around your washer

or dryer during operation.

WHENNOTINUSE

• Turn off water fimcets to relieve pressure on
hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if

a break or mptm'e should occur. Check tile

condition of the fill hoses; they should be
replaced every 5 years.

Tile laun(h y process can reduce the flame
retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result,

careflflly follow the garment inanufilcturer's
wash and care instHlctions.

• To minimize tile possibility of electric shock,
mq)lug this appliance fl'om tile power supply

or disconnect the washer at the household
distribution panel by removing tile fllse or

switching off the circuit breaker before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

NOTE: Pressing START or STOP does/701"

disconnect the appliance fl'om the power
supply.

• Never attempt to operate this appliance

if it is damaged, malflmctioning, partially
disassembled, or has missing or broken

parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace anv

part of this appliance tmless specifically
recommended in this Owner's Manual, or

in published use>repair instructions that w)u

tmderstand and have tile skills to carry out.

• Before discarding a washer, or removing
it fi'om service, remove tile washer lid to

prevent children from hiding inside.

• Do not tamper with controls.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAI/ETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Easy ONE TOUCHcycles.

Your new washer offers the comenience of starting )our wash loads with our easy ONE TOUCHcycles. Make one simple

selection, and your LOAD SIZE, SOIL LEVEL,WASH/RINSETEMPERATURE and WASH/SPIN SPEED "are automatically set.
Then all you ha_e to do is press START.

, Adddetergent

, Adddilutedfabric

, Addclothes

• Select wash cycle

• Checkload sizesetting

softener(onmodels
with a fabric softener

dispenser)

Washer controlpanel forModel WPSBQ060.

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

ONE TOUCH

(_lothes CJrzre C2y_/e_

_wAs_/s_l_ sr_l LOAO SOIL TFMP

HANGDRY SIZE LEVEL WASH/R|NSE OPTIONS

FAST / SLOW SUPER _]EAVY HOT SIGNAL

QUICK DRAIN LARGE MEDIUM WARM EXTEND

_ RINSE &SPIN

...... EST,TIMEREMAINING

PerfecTemp Plus SOAK WASH RINSE 2ND RINSE AUTO BALANCE FINAL SPIN

MEDIUM LIGHT WARM 2NO

SMALL EXTRA COLD PRE-

LIGHT COLD SOAR

CYCLE STATUS

COLD o))_

WARM SPIN

COLD RINSE

• Closelid
=PushSTART

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ONE TOUCHselectionsforModel WPSB8060.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

PRESS... AUTOMATICALLYSELECTS... THENPRESS...

LOAD SOIL TEMP

SIZE LEVEL WASH/RINSE

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LARGE MEOUM Hor

Forheavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens,

work and play clothes.

Forheavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens,

work and play clothes.

Fornon-colorfast cottons and blends, and items that
are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer

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MEo,oMMEo,oMCOLO

[;OLD

WARM

Forknits, wrinkle-free and

Forlingerie 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

soiled items.

)ermanent press items.

COLD

SNALL L_GHT COLD

Changingthe automaticsettings.

You can chant,e_ am, of the automatic settings, simi,)lv bx, i)ressing, the desired pads.

Easy ONE TOUCHcycles.

Your new washer oHe_ the conxenience of starting yotn" wash loads with DEn"easy ONETOUCHcycles. Make one simple
selection, and your LOAD SIZE, SOIL LEVEL, WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE, WASH SPEED and SPIN SPEED are automatically

set. Then all you 1Ea_e to do is press START.

• Closelid
=PushSTART

• Add detergent

• Add dilutedfabric

• Addclothes

• Select wash cycle

• Checkload sizesetting

softener(onmodels
with a fabric softener

dispenser)

Washer controlpanel forModels WPSBD080and WPSB9120.

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

Model WPSBD080

Model WPSB9120

coLD

HOT[COLD WARMIWARM WARM COLD SOAR WASH RINSE 2NO RINSE FINAL SPIN

COLD COLD CYCLE STATUS

COLD SOAR _!i;; WASH

COLD i CYCLE STATUS

LOAD SOIL WASH SPIN

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CUSTOM CUSTOM SMALL LIGHT EXTRA EXTEND DELAY

"J 2 ..... SLOW SPIN 1-8 Hrs.

PRESS3 SECfOSlO_tE ................................. EST,TIMEREMAINING

RINSE 2NR RINSE FINALSPIN

ONE TOUCHselectionsforModels WPSB9080and WPSB9120. GEAppliances.com

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

PRESS... AUTOMATICALLYSELECTS... THENPRESS...

LOAD SOIL WASH SPIN

SIZE LEVEL SPEED SPEED

LARGE FAST FAST

Forheavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens,

work and play clothes.

LARGE ii MEDlUM:iii!iii!iii_ii FAST 'i;iiiiil;i:iiiiii FAST '!_!!:!:!_i!i!iiWARM

.......................................... ! _..........................................._ COLD

Forheavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens,

work and play clothes.

Fornon-colo_st cottons and blends, and items that
are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer

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TEMP

WASH/RINSE

HOT/COLD

COLD
COLD

Forknits, wrinkle-free and )ermanent press items.

Deluxe HandWash(on somemodels) uses an extra slow
speed agitation to clean your lingerie and hand-washable
items. Ultra Hand Wash (on some models) uses an extra

slow speed agitation combined with periods of soak to
provide a true handwash for aft your deficate washables.

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SMALL LIGHT FAST FAST WARM

(Onsome models)

Forlightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry.

Cycletime is approximately 15minutes, depending
on your household water pressure.

WARM

COLD

COLD
COLD

COLD

Changingthe automaticsettings.

You can chant,e_ any, of the automatic settings, simi,)lv bv, i)ressing, the desired pads. The wash/rinse temperatm'e

can be chant,ed_ 1)_,I)ressint"_ TEMP WASH/RINSE. 7

Aboutthe variablespeedmotor.(onsomemodels)

Models WPSB9OSO and WPSB9120 use an ad',anced _ariable speed motor to pro_i(le you

with superior clothes care and wash cycle flexibility. The use of this motor allows your•
washer to agitate more slowlx than a conxentional washer, and to spin at speeds that more

closel_ meet the needs of }our clothing.

Some wash c) cles are pulsed, and will agitate, and soak to I)r°xi(le you, with better cleaning,
and less wear on your clothing. Some si)in c) cles will start slowl_ and then accelerate

allowing more water to be remo',ed from the clothes with less wrinkling. These fl/nctions

are a nori/lal part of VO/li" new washer,

AboutClothesCarecycles.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

SOIL

LEVEL

Slain

Wash

PRE-

SOAK

Appearance may var_

STAIN WASH (onsomemodels)

For hea_ilv soiled or stained items. Adds an extra agitation and soak at the 1)eginning of

the wash c_cle.

PRESOAK

To presoak a load and go straight into a wash cycle:

Select veto" wash cycle, press the PRESOAK pad, then press the STARTpad.

• Starts with three minutes of agitation, then 12 minutes of soaking, followed by the

selected wash cycle.

• Uses the speed and water temperature of wmr selected wash cycle.

To presoak a load without going straight into a wash cycle:

Press the PRESOAKpad. The washer will till. You may change the automatic settings
if desired.

• Three minutes of agitation is tollowed by up to 24 hem's of soaking.

• To soak less than 24 hem's, press the DRAIN& SPIN pad or choose a wash cycle.

QUICK
RINSE

HANGDRY

FAST/ SLOW

QUICKRINSE (on some models)

Use this ti_atm'e to quickly rinse chlorine, perspiration, stains, etc. out of clothes.
The washer fills with water; agitates tot three minutes, drains and spins. You may change

the automatic settings if desired.

HANG DRY (onsomemodels)

If you air (lr))ore" clothes without the aid of a dryer you max find that the slower final
spin speed of the Hang Dr) setting produces tewer wrinkles in yore" clothing. This ma_

significantly reduce _our ironing chore.

DRAIN

& SPIN

CUSTOMCUSTOM

1 2

PRESS3 SECTOSTORE

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DRAIN & SPIN

DRAIN& SPIN am c_cle at any time.

CUSTOM CYCLE(onsomemodels)

Set up your thvorite (-oml)ination ot settings and save then/ here tor one-touch recall.

These custom settings cam_ot be set while a cycle is in progress.
Some models have two CUSTOMpads to store two different custom combinations.

To store a custom combination of settings:

l. Select a ONE TOUCHsetting.

2. Change LOADSIZE,SOILLEVEL,TEMPERATURE,WASHSPEEDor SPINSPEEDt(>fit

your needs.

3. Select any OPTIONSyou want.

4. Press and hold the CUSTOMCYCLEpad tmtil the washer beeps to store your selection.

To recall your stored combination:

Press the CUSTOM CYCLE pad, then press START.
NOTE: DELAY I-8 HRS. cannot be used in custom settings.

To reprogram the custom settings:

Repeat steps I-4 above.

Aboutcontrolsfeatures.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

START

• After you have selected a new cycle, press once to start the cycle.

• Press twice to select the last cycle used and start the washer.

• If the washer is running, press once to interrupt the cycle; press again to continue

the cycle.

STOP

This pad should not be used to interrupt or pause a cwle.
Pressim,.._ this pad will cancel the cmTent settings and the settings will be h)st.

Estimated Time Remaining

• Displa)_s the approximate time remaining tmtil the end of the cycle.

EST.T_MEREMNNING

• If the estimated time remaining is more than 60 minutes, "1 H" will flash in the display,
t011owed by the additional remaining minutes. When the time remaining is less than
60 minutes, the timer will count down.

SIGNAL

• Cycle time is afli_cted by how long it takes the washer to fill. This depends on the water
pressm'e in yore" home. The "smart" timer "learns" the amotmt of time it takes to fill

wmr washer and a@_sts the total time accordingly.

NOTE: If PRESOAKis selected and a tollow up wash cycle is not chosen, two dashes will
come up in the display.

SpotSpray

Provides a short spra) of water to alh)w you to dampen oh)thing when you pretreat stains.

_] Open the washer lid.
[_ Press the SPOT SPRAY button. (You will see a short stream of water.)
[_] Dampen yore" soiled garment with the SPOYSPRAYoption and _ub yore" th_orite

pretreatment product into soiled area.

NOTE: The SPOT SPRAY option will not work if

• the washer hd is down

• the washer tub is hlhng

• the water has already reached the level you selected.

BLEACHSIGNAL (on some models)

The Bleach Signal is a reminder signal that can be tin'ned on to remind wm to add bleach
at the proper time in the wash cycle, Adding detergent and bleach at the same time

reduces the efl'ectiveness of both the enzymes in the detergent and the chlorine in the
bleach. By adding bleach later in the wash cycle, you allow the detergent's enzymes to

remove dirt and stains first, and then provide a more efli_ctive dose of liquid bleach to

whiten and sanitize wmr clothes.

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SIGNAL

Alerts you when the cycle is complete.

Appearance may var_

E×TEND

SPIN

DEL ii

1-8 Hrs.

Oil some models, press SIGNAL to turn the beeper on or off.
Oil some models, press SIGNALto select low or high volume, or to turn the beeper off.

2ND RINSE

Adds a second rinse to am c_cle.

EXTEND SPIN

Extends the last spin ota wash c_cle. This will extract more water from _our clothes.
Clothes will be drier when _ou use this option.

DELAY I-8 HOURS (on some models)

Use to delay the start ot your washer fin" 1 to 8 hours. First choose your wash cycle and
any options, Then press this pad tot the number of hours you want to delay the cycle,

Press the START pad to start the countdown.
The countdown time will be shown in the Est. Time Remaining display.

Aboutother features.

Cycle Status Indicator Lights

The cycle status indicator lights display what l)art of the cycle the washer is in.

SOAR WASH RINSE 2ND RINSE FINALSPIN

PerfecTemp Plus

Perfec TempPlus

PeffecTemp Plus senses the incoming water temperature and a(!justs the temperature

of the fill water.
The lid must be closed for PeffecTempPlusto work.

If your water is too cold, detergent will not dissolve etfectivelv and clothes may not get
clean. If the water is too hot, tabrics could be damaged.

PerfecTempPlusa(!justs these water temperature extremes ti)r better washing pertommnce.

You may hear the water valves turning off and on while the water temperature is being

a(!justed. This is normal.
Some models have an indicator light that tells w)u when PeffecTempPlusis active.

AUTO BALANCE

Auto Balance (on some models)

The Auto Balancefeature senses the wash load distril)ution fin" an even spin. Models with

Auto Balance have an indicator light that tells you when the teature is active.

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Aboutwasher features.

Liquid Bleach Dispenser

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

[Z] Check clothing care labels for special instructions.

r-_ Measure liquid bleach careflflly, fl)llowing instructions on the bottle.

• Neverpour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash baskeL

• Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser

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

pq

bleach dispenser. Avoid splashing or ove_filling dispenser. If you prefer to
use powdered bleach, add it into the wash basket with yore" 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

The agitator cap fits into the top of the

agitntox; If it accidentnllv comes off, simply
put it back on.

The fabric softener dispenser automatically

releases liquid rid)rio softener at the proper
time dm_ing 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 StlI'e dispenser is securely

attached to agitnto_;

r_Use only liquid rid)tic sofieneE

Pour into disl)ensex; using, amount
recommended on package.

_]Add water to dispenser until it reaches

the maximum fill line.

Never pourfabricsoftenerdirectly on

clothes. It may stain them.

Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser

[Z] Remoxe the dispenser from the top of the agitator.

Donot pour anything into flTeagitator if
the agitator cap or dispenser is removed.

Separate for cleaning.

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r-2_ Separate the dispenser cup from the coxer b) oras )ing the top and pushing

down on the inside of the cui) with veto', fingers, . Dispenser cup will i7,)i7 free
li'oiil the Cox, er,

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

• 1 USgallon (3.8 liters) warm water

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

• I cup (240 ml) bleach

r_lf necessary, loosen 1)uild-up with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use

a stiff b_ush; you ma) roughen the surface of the dispenser.

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

Loadingand usingthe washer.

Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. GEAppliances.com

SortingWashLoads

Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level,

fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates),
and whether tile fabric produces lint (tell T

cloth, chenille), or collects lint (velveteen,

corduroy).

ProperUseofDetergent

Using too II//lch detergent is a COli/ii/on ('arise
of latmdry i)roblems. Todav's detergents are

fimnulated to be ettective without highly visible
sudsing. Be sure to carefifllv read and fi)llow

IIlalltll;IcttlI'eF's recolillilendations _'i)r how

much detergent to use in vain" wash.

LoadingtheWasher

I,oad dry items loosely, no higher than tile top
row of holes in tile washer basket. When loading

wet items make sure you set the load/water level

high enough to allow the items to move fl'eelv:
_,V_ter level should just cover the clothes. To add

items atter washer has started, litt the lid and
submerge additional items next to tile agitator.

You can use less detergent if you haxe soft water,
a smaller load or a lightl) soiled load.

• Do not wrap long items like sheets orpants
around the agitator

• De not wash fabrics containing flammable
materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).

• Agitation will not start with the lid up.

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Loadingand usingthe washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

CareandCleaningof the Washer

Wash Basket: i,eave the lid open after washing

to allow moisture to ewq)orate, If you want
to clean the basket, use a clean sott cloth

dampened with liqtfid detergent, then rinse,

(Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)

Fill Hoses: Hoses connecting washer to fh ucet
should be replaced every 5 years.

Lint Filter: The lint filter is located trader the
agitator. It is self=cleaning and requires no

iil_linten_lnce.

Exterior: lmmediatel} wipe off any spills.

_ipe with damp cloth. Tr} not to hit stu'fitce
_ith shaq) ol?jects.

Moving and Storage:Ask the service technician
to remove water from drain pump and hoses.

See the Installation ]nsttuctions packed with
product for infin'mation on how to reinstall the

shipping rod to keep the tub stationary when
moving the washer, For more information,

visit GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES

(800.432.2737). Do not store the washer where

it will be exposed to the weather.
Long Vacations: Be stlre water supply is sh tit el]

at fimcets. Drain all water from hoses if weather

will be below freezing.

FabricCareLabels

Below are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be latmdering.

WASH LABELS

wash _

cycle _orma_p............tP_oss/_onHe'_/ Donot_oshDonot_rb,g

wrinkle resistant delicate Hand wash

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Water •• • O0 •

temperature Hot W..... CoN/cool

(50 C/120'F) (40' C/105"F) (30' C/85"F)

DRY LABELS

,.mO,o

dry

Dry Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/

Heat _G@O
setting

High Medium Low No heat/air

Line dry/ Drip dry Dry flat Intile shade

hang to dry

BLEACHLABELS

A A

symbols Any bleach Only ....... blorine bleach Do ,lot bleach

(when needed) (when needed)

wrinkle resistant delicate

Do not tumble dry (used with

Do not dry

do not wash)

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Troubleshooting -tips

Save time and money/. Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit GEAppliances.com. Youmay not need to call for service.

PERFECTEMPPLUS Possible Causes What ToDo

PeffecTemp Plus wash The washer is in a cold rinse cycle • This is nomml. Tile PeffecTemp Plusteamre is designed

temperature is incorrect not to activate during a cold xJnsecycle to improve tile

energy efficiency ot your washe_:

(Review PerfecYemp All the water in the household * Wait until tile _mer in tile water heater is heated to tile
Plus in the About other water heater has been used correct temperature.

features section)

PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What ToOo

Clothes too wet Incorrect spin speed * Make sure the spin cycle selected matrhes tile load x_)tl

selected are washing. Some rid)tics will reel wetter when rinsed

Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric • Check fi_bfic soDener package ti)r instructions and follow

softener directions tot using dispensel:

with cold watel:

• Pretreat stain and rewash.

Dye traactsfer • Sort whites or lightly colored items ii'om clark colo_.

Grayed oryellowed Not enough detergent * Llse more detergent (especially with larger loads).

clothes Be sure to iollow detergent manufimturer's directions.

Hard water * Use a water conditioner like (:algon brand or install

Water is not hot enough * Make sm'e water heater is delivering water at

Washer is overloaded • Select load size to match clothes load.

Detergent is not " Add detergent as wash basket fills with water beti)re
dissolving you load clothes.

Dye traactsfer • Sort clothes bv color. If fi_bric label states wash separately,

tint or residue on Clothes axe air or line dried • If you do not (hy your ch)thes with a clothes (hyel. your
clothes clothes may retain more lint.

Incorrect sorting • Sepm'ate lint producel_ fl'om lint collecto_.

Washing too long * Wash small loads tot a shorter time than larger loads.

Detergent not dissolving * Add detergent as wash basket tills with watel, befiwe you

Overloading * Load ch)thes no higher than tile to}) row ot holes in tile

a water sottelleE

120°F-140°F (48°C-60°C).

unstable dyes may be indirated.

load clothes.

• TIw a liquid detmgent.

• LJse Wal'l//er water tel//})er;fftu'e.

washer tub.

• Make sure load size selected matches clothes load size.

Incorrect use of fabric softener * Check tiibric softener package fi)r instructions and iollow

directions for using dispensel:

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PERFORMANCE(cont.) PossibleCauses What ToDo

Pilling Result of normal wear on * _qfile this is not caused b_ tile _ashe_; }on ran slo_ the

poly-cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out.

fuzzy fabrics

Snags, holes, team, rips Pins, snaps, hool¢s, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippe_.
or excessive wear buttons, belt buckles, * Remove loose items like pins, objects in pockets

zippers and sharp objects and shaq_ buttons.

left in pockets

Undiluted chlorine bleach * Check bleach package instructions fl)_ proper amotmt.

Chemicals _e hair bleach • Rinse items that may have chemicals on them befiwe
or dye, permaJaent wave washing.

solution

Wrinkling Improper sorting * A\oid mi_ng heav} items (like _ork clothes) with

Overloading or • I,oad your washer so clothes have enough room

incorrect water level to move fl'eely.

Incorrect wash and * Match Cycle selection to tile t?])e of fitbfic you are
dry cycles washing (especially fl)* easy care loads).

Repeated washing in • \'\_lsh in wam_ or cold water.

water that is too hot

• Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out.

• Ne\vr add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes
to come in contact with undiluted bleach.

light items (like blouses).

• TU a lid)tic sottenel;

OPERATION PossibleCauses What ToDo

Washer pauses in cycle The HAND WASH or CASUALS • This is nomml. Tile washer alternates between agitate

cycle was chosen and soak during the HAND WASH and CASUALS cycles

to get your clothes cleaner with less weal:

Washer won't operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is I)lugged,, securely into a working outlet.

Water supply is turned off • Turla both hot and cold timcets flfllv oil

Controls axe not set properly • Check controls.
Lid is open-safety feature • Close lid and reset cycle, to the begilming if necessary.

prevents agitation mad sphnfing
when rid is up.

Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakels/fllses. Replace fllses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should haxe separate outlet.

1?3ectroltics need to be reset • Uiq)lug washei; wait 2 uinmtes, plug back ill and press

START was not pressed • Press START.

Extremely low water pressure • Press START again.

START.

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WATER Possible Causes What ToDo

Too manysuds Type of detergent * Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brlmd and iollow

instructions on package.

Very soft water * Tr_ less deteroent

Too much detergent • Measure your deteigent carefilll> Use less soap i_you

have sod watec a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.

Water leaks Fill hoses or dram hose is • Make sure hose com_ections are tight at iimcets

improperly connected and at washel:

• Make sure end of drifin hose is properly connected

to washer and correctly inserted in and secured to
drain thcilit}.

Household drain may • (beck househokl plumbing. You may need to call a

be dogged plumbel:

Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at tile fimcets and turn tile water off after
to the fill hoses at the each use.

water source • Check Colldifioil of tile fill hoses; tile) shoukl be

replaced e\ ery 5 years.

Using too much detergent • Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have sot{ water

in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.

Water temperature Control is not set properly • Check water temperature control and a(!}ust.

is incorrect

Water supply is ttwned off • Ttlrll both hot and cold t_m(ets hill) on and make Stll'e

or improperly connected hoses are comlected to correct timcets.

Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and disconnect _tei" fill

stopped up hoses fi'om tile upper back of tile _;Mler. LJsea brush or

toothpick to dean the screens ill tile madline, Recomaect
the hoses and mm tile x_tei" back on,

House water heater is * Make sm'e house water heater is delivering water

not set properly at 120°F-140°F (48°(2-60°(;).

PerlecTemp Plus feature * Tile lid must be closed fi)r Perlecremp Plusto work.

was not activated

Water pumped out Lid lifted or cycle was put in • Reset cycle.

before cycle is pause for over 24 hours

complete

Water won't drain Drain hose is _ed or • Str:fighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting

improperly connected on it.

• Top of dr:fin outlet should be less than 8 ft (2.5 m)

above flooY_

Water spraying during Washer in spin cycle • Spra} rinse during a spin (}cle is nomml.

spin cycle

Washer did not fill Extremely low water pressure * Press tile START button again.

to chosen level
(PeffecTemp Plus Inlet hoses axe ldnked * Straighten hoses.

and START lights

are flashing) Water valve screens are • Turn off the _Atel" source :rod disconnect _ttei" fill

stopped up hoses fi'om the upper back of the _asheI: Use a brush or

toothI)ick to dean the screens in tile inadline. Reconl_ect
tile hoses and tt*r/] the _ter back on.

Water fills and drains Drain stand pipe is too low • Drain stand pipe must be ab(we 30" (76.2 cm).

at the same time

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NOISE Possible Causes What ToDo

Washer is noisy Washer is uneven • To level tile ti'ont of tile washe_; a(!iust tile ti'ont leveling

legs b v rotating tile individual leg in tile proper direction
tot up or down. To level back of washe_; lilt back ot

machine 4" (l 1 cm) and set down.

Washer load is • Press START to pause the washex; open the lid and

unbalanced redistribute tile load evenl> Close tile lid and press

START again.

Shipping rod is still assembled • To remo_e shipl)ing rod fl'om washe_; pull yellow tag and

in unit attached rod fl'om tile bottom right hand side ot washe_;

Washer is sitting too close • Pull washer away fl'oln tile wall; about 4" (11 cln)

to wall (causes knocking is needed.
during cycle)

PerfeoTemp Plus feature • This is normal. PerfecTemp Plus t/u'ns water xalxes off

is being used and on to a(!iust water temperature.

OTHER Possible Causes What ToDo

Labels on the exterior
of the washer will not

peel off cleanly

Occas'ionaJly the adhesive
used on the labels does

not release dem_ly

" Use a hair dtTer set at tile lowest heat setting, directing

the air at the label tot a short amount ot time. This will
release the adhesive easily, without damaging the surti_ce

ot the washe_:

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GEWasher Warranty.

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, vis# us at GEAppliances.com, or call

800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).

Staple your receipt here.

Proofof the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty

For The Period Of: We Wifl Replace:

One Year Anypart of tile w;Isher which filils due to a defect in ul_lteI'i_lls OI" wox'kIn_lnshiI). DuxJng this

Fromthedate ofthe fullone-yearwarranty,GE will alsoprovide, freeofcharge,all labor and related servicecosts
originalpurchase to replace the defe('five part.

Second Year Anypart of the washer which fifils due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this

Fromthedate ofthe additionalone-yearlimitedwarranty,you will be responsible ti)r any labor or related se_Mcecosts.
on;ginalpurchase

Thirdthrough Thesuspensionrodandspringassembly,andmainelectroniccontrolboard,if any of these I)a_ts

Fifth Year should fifil due to a (lefi_('tin materials or workmanship. GE will also replace the washer lid or

Fromthe date of the cover, if they should rust trader operating conditions. During this additional three-year limited

originalpurchase warranty, you will be responsible for any labor or related se_Mce costs.

Thirdthrough The transmission and outer washer tub, if any of these parts should filil dtle to a defect in u/aterials

TenthYear or worlunanship. Dtwing this additionaleight-yearlimitedwarranty,you will be responsible for any

Fromthedate ofthe labor or related set\ice costs.
originalpurchase

Lifetime of Product Thewasher basket, _ it shotdd fifildue to a (lefe('t in ulateIJals or worklllanshii). Dtlring this
Fromthe date of the product lifetime limited warranty, you will be responsible ti)r any labor or relamd sexa'ice costs.

originalpurchase

What Is Net Cevered:

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.

• hnproper h_staJlation.

• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other thm_ the intended purpose or used commerciaJly.

ThiswarrantyisextendedtotheonginalpurchaserandanysucceedingownerforproductspurchasedforhomeusewithintheUSA.InAlaska,the
warrantyexcludesthecostofshippingorservicecallstoyourhome.

Somestatesdonotallowtheexclusionorlimitationofincidentalorconsequent&ldamages.Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegal@ts, andyou
mayalsohaveotherrightswhichvaryfromstatetostate.Toknowwhatyourlegaln_?htsare,consultyourlocalorstateconsumeraffairsofficeor

yourstate#AttorneyGeneral.

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.

• Dmnage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.

• h_cidentaJ or consequential dmnage caused by possible
defects with this applimlce.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Leuisville, KY 40225

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GE supports the Univei_al Design concept-products, services and enviromnents that can be used by
people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design fin" a wide range of physical and

mental abilities and impaimmnts. For details of GE's Univei_al Design applications, including kitchen
design ideas fin" i)eople with disabilities, check out our Websim today. For the hearing impaired, please call

800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).

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Pro'chase a (;E extended wari'ant_ and learn about special discounts that are axailable while yam" wari'ant_
is still in effect. You can imrchase it on-line an)time, or call 800.626.2224 during natural business houi_.

(;E Consulner Home Ser\ices will still be there alter )our warrant} expires.

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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their
homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line todd 5 24 hom_ every day or by

phone at 800.626.2002 during natural business hom_.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures tobe performed by any user. Otherservicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel Cautionmust be exercised, since improper servicing may cause

unsafe operation.

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If you are not satisfied with the service you receive ti'om (;E, contact us on our _'ebsite with all the details
including your phone numbei; or write to: General Managei; Customer ]?,elations

GE Appliances, Appliance Park
I,ouisville, KY 40225

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