GENERAL ELECTRIC WBSR3140GCC, WVSR1060A User Manual
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Owner’s Manual
Washers
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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
of the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 6
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–7
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Loading and Using
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .10–12
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Write the model and serial
number here:
Model # ______________
Serial # ______________
You can find them
under the lid of
the washer.
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■ 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. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can
receive one by calling, toll-free, 1.800.561.3344.
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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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
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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
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• Add detergent
• GE recommends
the use of High
Efficiency (HE)
detergents in all
Energy Star rated
washers
• Add diluted fabric
softener (on models
with a fabric
softener dispenser)
• Add clothes
• Select load size and
other wash options,
including Fabric
Softener option
• Select wash cycle
• Close lid
• Pull knob
Quick Start Guide
About the control panel—for models with “pull knob” start.
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.
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.
Options (on some models)
2nd Rinse Option
When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the 2nd Rinse
option. It provides a second deep cold rinse.
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Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing. The chart is ranked from longest to
shortest cycle time and wash intensity.
Your washer may not have all these cycles. (Cycles vary by model.)
PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with a
regular wash cycle.
CASUALS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
or WHITES
EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil.
HAND WASH For items labeled handwashable with light soils. Provides periods of agitation and soak
during wash and rinse.
SPEED WASH For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry.
SPIN For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes.
DARK COLORS For non-colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash by the fabric
manufacturer.
COLORS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, knits and cottons.
RINSE SPIN For quickly rinsing chlorine, perspiration, stains, etc., out of clothes.
15 MIN/30 MIN For very soiled clothes. Begins with agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves
AUTO SOAK through the rest of the cycle automatically.
2nd RINSE Provides an automatic, second deep rinse to thoroughly remove detergent or bleach from
your clothes.
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• Add detergent
• GE recommends the use
of High Efficiency (HE)
detergents in all Energy
Star rated washers
• Add diluted fabric
softener (on models
with a fabric softener
dispenser)
• Add clothes
• Select load size and
other wash options,
including Fabric
Softener option
• Select wash cycle
• Close lid
• Push START
Quick Start Guide
About the control panel—for models with START button.
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.
Temperature
Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or
instructions when laundering.
PerfecTemp senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the fill water to obtain a more precise
temperature range for all wash temperatures. For example, in a COLD wash selection, some warm water
may be added to reach a temperature needed to better dissolve detergents. Often, detergents are not
completely dissolved in very cold water, especially in cooler climates.
During winter months, when the water entering your home is colder, or for locations with very cold water year
round, use the PerfecTemp plus COLD to help dissolve powdered detergents and to improve the cleaning of
your clothes.
The TAP COLD feature turns the PerfecTemp feature on your washer off, and uses your household tap water
temperature for a COLD wash. This can provide energy savings by reducing the amount of hot water used in
your wash.
Options
Autosoak Option (on some models)
This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the
cycle automatically. On some models, this option is located on the Cycle Selector knob.
2nd Rinse Option (on some models)
When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the 2nd Rinse
option. It provides a second deep cold rinse.
Extended Spin Option (on some models)
Use this option to extract more water from your clothes. Clothes will be drier when this option is selected and will
dry more quickly in your dryer.
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Options on Energy Star models only
Fabric Softener
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer.
NOTE: If you use an independent fabric softener dispensing device, such as a Downy Ball®, be sure to select a Fabric
Softener Option setting.
Fabric Softener plus 2nd Rinse
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer. The 2nd Rinse option provides a second deep cold rinse.
Fabric Softener plus 2nd Rinse and Extended Spin
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer. The 2nd Rinse option provides a second deep cold rinse and
Extended Spin option will extract more water from your clothes. Clothes will contain less moisture when this option is
selected and the clothes will dry more quickly in the dryer.
Autosoak plus Extended Spin
This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycles
automatically. The Extended Spin option extracts more water from your clothes. Clothes will contain less moisture when
this option is selected and the clothes will dry more quickly in the dryer.
Status Indicator Lights
The Cycle Indicator Lights show what stage the washer is in. When the Selector knob is set to a new cycle, the Indicator
Lights will flash momentarily, showing what stages the cycle will go through. On models without an AUTO SOAK option,
the SOAK light will not light up.
Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob
The wash cycle controls the length and intensity of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction.
Turning the Cycle Selector knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection.
Press START to begin the new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing. The chart is ranked from longest to
shortest cycle time and wash intensity. (Cycles vary by model.)
PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with a
regular wash cycle.
CASUALS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil.
HAND WASH For items labeled handwashable with light soils. Provides periods of agitation and soak
during wash and rinse.
SPEED WASH For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry.
DRAIN & SPIN For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes.
OR
SPIN ONLY
AUTO SOAK For very soiled clothes. Begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time,
then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically.
START
Press START to begin the cycle. Pressing START again or raising the lid will PAUSE the cycle and the Cycle indicator light
will blink.
To continue the cycle, press START again or close the lid. If machine is paused more than 24 hours, the cycle will be
cancelled. To stop the cycle, hold the button for 3 seconds. If water remains in the machine, select the DRAIN & SPIN
OR SPIN ONLY cycle to drain tub and spin water out of the washer tub.
Raising the lid will stop agitation or spin action, but does not pause the cycle.
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About washer features.
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
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 the dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the
following solution:
■ 1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water
■ 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy-duty liquid detergent
■ 1 cup (240 ml) bleach
If necessary, loosen buildup 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.
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The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model)
The agitator cap fits into the top of the
agitator. If it accidentally comes off,
simply put it back on.
The fabric softener dispenser automatically
releases liquid fabric softener at the proper
time during 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 sure dispenser is securely attached
to agitator.
Use only liquid fabric softener.
Pour into dispenser, using amount
recommended on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly on
clothes. It may stain them.
Add water to dispenser until it reaches
the maximum fill line.
Set OPTION knob to Fabric Softener on
Energy Star models.
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Do not pour anything into the
agitator if the agitator cap or
dispenser is removed.
Liquid Bleach Funnel
The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
■ Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
■ Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel.
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into
the wash basket with your 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.
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Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
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Sorting Wash Loads
Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level,
fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates)
and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth,
chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy).
Proper Use of Detergent
Add detergent and start the washer before adding
clothes so that the detergent can work effectively.
Using too little or too much detergent is a common
cause of laundry problems.
You can use less detergent if you have soft water,
a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
GE recommends the use of High Efficiency (HE)
detergents in all Energy Star rated washers. HE
detergents are formulated to work with low water
wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce the
oversudsing problems commonly associated with
regular detergents.
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top row of
holes in the washer basket. 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, lift the lid and submerge additional items next
to the agitator.
■ Do not wrap long items like sheets or pants
around the agitator.
■ Do not wash fabrics containing flammable
materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
■ Agitation will not start with the lid up.
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: GE recommends changing the hoses
every 5 years.
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe
with damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with
sharp objects.
Interior: The occasional use of a cycle that contains
bleach will keep the inside of the washer clean.
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to
remove water from drain pump and hoses. See the
Installation Instructions packed with product for
information on how to reinstall the shipping rod
to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer.
For more information, write to: Manager, Consumer
Relations, Mabe Canada Inc., 1 Factory Lane, Suite
310, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3. Do not store
the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at
faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will
be below freezing.
Care and cleaning of the washer.
WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Too many suds Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have
soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Soft water • Try less detergent.
Water leaks Using too much detergent • Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have soft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed. Make sure end of drain hose
is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after
to the fill hoses at the each use.
water source
• Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced
every 5 years.
Water temperature Cooler water temperatures • New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash
efficiency performance.
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the water connection
stopped up 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 back on.
House water heater is • Make sure house water heater is delivering water at
not set properly 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cycle was put in • Reset cycle.
cycle is complete pause for over 24 hours
Water won’t drain Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not
improperly connected sitting on it.
• Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m)
above floor.
Washer pauses during The PREWASH Cycle or • This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and
wash cycle AUTO SOAK Option was soak during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with
chosen less wear.
Washer pauses during This is normal • The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
spin cycle soapy water more efficiently.
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Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit www.geappliances.ca. You may not need to call for service.
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