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Owner’s Manual
WPSQ3120
WPXQ3090
Part No. 175D1807P214 Pub. No. 49-9949
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 do the laundry. 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.
Important!
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
Write the model and serial numbers here.
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GE & You,
A Service Partnership.
Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes? This Owner’s Manual can tell you how.
Read this Manual
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.
Review the Section on
You’ll find many answers to common problems here. If you review our chart of
Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.
If You Need Service
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 in the United States the GE
Answer Center® at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In Canada, call 800-361-3400.
Languages
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Safety Information . . . . . . .4–7
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Washer Features . . . . . . . .10–12
Loading and Using
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You
Call For Service . . . . . . . . .15–19
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Service Telephone
Numbers . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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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.
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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, in the United States the GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000. In Canada, write to Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3.
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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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
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.) 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.
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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; 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.
REMEMBER…
Your continued health and safety are important to us. Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our GE family.
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About the washer control panel.
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
Model WPSQ3120
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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.
Wash/Rinse Temp
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 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, COTTONS REGULAR work and play clothes.
PERMANENT PRESS For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.
KNITS Specially designed for normal soil knits.
DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.
HANDWASH For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light soils. Select EXTRA SMALL for load size and for cycle. Provides periods of agitation and soak during wash and rinse.
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.
PREWASH For heavily soiled clothes or for clothes with a care label that recommends prewashing before wearing.
POWER WASH For heavily soiled and heavy-duty fabrics. This cycle provides a longer agitation.
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Liquid Bleach Dispenser
The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load.
1 Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
2 Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
3 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.
Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser.
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.
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Automatic Cycle Signal (on some models)
This will sound at the end of the cycle you choose, alerting you to remove the clothes to avoid excess wrinkling before drying.
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Fabric Softener Dispenser
This dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. To use, follow these steps:
1 Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator.
2 Use only liquid fabric softener. Pour into dispenser, using amount recommended on package.
3 Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line.
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 AUTO SOAK or
EXTRA RINSE cycle.
Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It may stain them.
Do not pour anything into the agitator if the top is removed.
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About the washer features.
NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models.
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser
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■1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water
■1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy duty liquid detergent
■1 cup (240 ml) bleach
4 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.
5 Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.
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Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting Wash Loads
Colors |
Whites |
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Darks |
Soil |
Heavy |
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Light |
Fabric |
Delicates |
Easy Care |
Sturdy Cottons |
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Lint |
Lint Producers |
Lint Collectors |
Proper Use of Detergent
Add detergent and start the washer before adding clothes so that the detergent can work effectively. 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.
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Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. When loading wet items make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely. Water level should just cover the clothes. 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.
Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agitator.
Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
Washer will not start with the lid up.
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Loading and using the washer.
Care and Cleaning of the Washer
Wash Basket: Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the basket 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 5 years.
Lint Filter: It is self-cleaning, requires no maintenance, and is located under the agitator.
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth.
Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. In the United States call the GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000 for information on how to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer. In Canada write to Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing.
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem |
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Possible Causes |
What To Do |
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Washer won’t operate |
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Washer is unplugged |
• Make sure cord is plugged |
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securely into a working |
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outlet. |
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Water supply is turned off |
• Turn both hot and cold |
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faucets fully on. |
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Controls are not set |
• Check controls and |
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properly |
make sure Cycle knob is |
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pulled out to ON position. |
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Lid is open |
• Close lid and pull Cycle |
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knob out to ON position. |
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Circuit breaker/fuse is |
• Check house circuit |
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tripped/blown |
breakers /fuses. Replace |
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fuses or reset breaker. |
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Washer should have |
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separate outlet. |
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Water temperature |
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Control is not set properly |
• Check water temperature |
is incorrect |
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control and adjust. |
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Water supply is turned off |
• Turn both hot and cold |
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or improperly connected |
faucets fully on and make |
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sure hoses are connected |
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to correct faucets. |
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Water valve screens are |
• Turn off the water source |
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stopped up |
and remove the water |
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connection hoses from |
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the upper back of the |
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washer. Use a brush or |
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toothpick to clean the |
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screens in the machine. |
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Reconnect the hoses and |
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turn the water back on. |
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House water heater is |
• Make sure house water |
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not set properly |
heater is delivering water |
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Troubleshooting Tips
Problem |
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Possible Causes |
What To Do |
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Water won’t drain |
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• Straighten drain hose and |
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improperly connected |
make sure washer is not |
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sitting on it. |
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• Top of drain outlet should |
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floor. |
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Water leaks |
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Fill hoses or drain hose is |
• Make sure hose |
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improperly connected |
connections are tight at |
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faucets and make sure end |
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of drain hose is correctly |
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inserted in and secured to |
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drain facility. |
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Household drain may |
• Check household |
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plumbing. You may need |
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Constant water pressure to the fill hoses at the water source
•Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after each use.
•Check condition of the fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.
Washer is noisy |
Washer is uneven |
• Make sure washer is level |
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Washer load is |
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stop the washer, open the |
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lid and redistribute the |
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load evenly. Close the lid |
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and restart. |
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Washer pauses in cycle |
The washer normally pauses |
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between washing steps |
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Clothes too wet |
Incorrect cycle selected |
• Make sure the cycle |
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you are washing. |
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Possible Causes |
What To Do |
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Lint or residue on clothes |
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Incorrect sorting |
• Separate lint producers |
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from lint collectors. |
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Washing too long |
• Wash small loads for a |
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shorter time than larger |
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loads. |
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Detergent not dissolving |
• Add detergent as wash |
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basket fills with water, |
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before you load clothes. |
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• Try a liquid detergent. |
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• Use warmer water |
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temperature. |
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Overloading |
• Load clothes no higher |
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than the top row of holes |
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in the washer tub. |
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• Make sure load size |
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selector matches clothes |
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load size. |
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Incorrect use of fabric |
• Check fabric softener |
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softener |
package for instructions |
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and follow directions for |
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using dispenser. |
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Colored spots |
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Incorrect use of fabric |
• Check fabric softener |
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softener |
package for instructions |
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using dispenser. |
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• Pretreat stain and rewash. |
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Dye transfer |
• Sort whites or lightly |
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colored items from dark |
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colors. |
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Troubleshooting Tips
Problem |
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Possible Causes |
What To Do |
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Wrinkling |
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Improper sorting |
• Avoid mixing heavy items |
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(like work clothes) with |
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light items (like blouses). |
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• Try a fabric softener. |
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Overloading or |
• Load your washer so |
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incorrect water level |
clothes have enough room |
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to move freely. |
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Incorrect wash and |
• Match Cycle selection to |
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dry cycles |
the type of fabric you are |
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washing (especially for easy |
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care loads). |
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Repeated washing in |
• Wash in warm or cold water |
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water that is too hot |
with plenty of detergent. |
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Too many suds |
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Type of detergent |
• Switch to a lower sudsing |
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detergent brand and |
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follow instructions on |
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package. |
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Very soft water |
• Try less detergent. |
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Snags, holes, tears, rips |
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Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp |
• Fasten snaps, hooks, |
or excessive wear |
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buttons, belt buckles |
buttons, and zippers. |
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zippers, and sharp objects |
• Remove loose items like |
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left in pockets |
pins, objects in pockets |
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and sharp buttons. |
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• Turn knits (which snag |
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easily) inside out. |
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Undiluted chlorine bleach |
• Check bleach package |
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instructions for proper |
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amount. |
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• Never add undiluted |
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bleach to wash or allow |
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clothes to come in contact |
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with undiluted bleach. |
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Chemicals like hair bleach |
• Rinse items that may have |
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washing. |
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Problem |
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Possible Causes |
What To Do |
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Pilling |
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Result of normal wear on |
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fuzzy fabrics |
the pilling process by |
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washing garments inside |
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out. |
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Grayed or yellowed |
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Not enough detergent |
• Use more detergent |
clothes |
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(especially with larger |
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loads). |
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Hard water |
• Use a water conditioner |
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like Calgon brand or install |
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a water softener. |
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Water is not hot enough |
• Make sure water heater is |
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delivering water at |
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120°F.–140°F. |
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(48°C.–60°C.). |
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Washer is overloaded |
• Select load size to match |
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clothes load. |
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Detergent is not |
• Add detergent as wash |
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dissolving |
basket fills with water |
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before you load clothes. |
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Dye transfer |
• Sort clothes by color. If |
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fabric label states wash |
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separately, unstable dyes |
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may be indicated. |
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GE Washer Warranty (For customers in the United States)
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. Warranty may vary in Canada. See your approved Profile dealer for details.
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GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You: |
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One Year |
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Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect |
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in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year |
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original purchase |
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warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor |
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and in-home service to replace the defective part. |
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Two Years |
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Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect |
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From the date of the |
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in materials or workmanship. During this two-year |
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original purchase |
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limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor |
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or in-home service costs. |
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Five Years |
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The suspension rod and spring assembly, if any of these |
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parts should fail due to a defect in materials or |
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original purchase |
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workmanship. GE will also replace the washer lid or |
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cover, if they should rust under normal operating |
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conditions. During this five-year limited warranty, |
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you will be responsible for any labor or in-home |
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service costs. |
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Ten Years |
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The transmission and washer tub, if any of these parts |
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should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship. |
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original purchase |
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During this ten-year limited warranty, you will be |
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responsible for any labor or in-home service costs. |
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Lifetime |
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The washer basket, if it should fail due to a defect in |
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materials or workmanship. During this lifetime |
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original purchase |
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limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor |
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or in-home service costs. |
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What GE Will Not Cover: |
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■ Service trips to your home to teach you |
■ Replacement of house fuses or |
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resetting of circuit breakers. |
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■ Improper installation. |
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■ Damage to the product caused by |
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■ Failure of the product if it is |
accident, fire, floods or acts of God. |
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■ Incidental or consequential damage to |
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defects with this appliance. |
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
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Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225 |
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