Hotpoint VVSR1030 User Manual

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VVSR1070
VBXR1090
VBSR3100

VWSR4150

VLXR1020
VVSR1030

Owner’s Manual

Washers

175D1807P556 39-90288 03-06 JR

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . 2

Operating Instructions

Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3–5

Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 6

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Loading and Using

the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . 10–12

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . . . . Back Cover

Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ________________________

Serial #__________________________

You can find them behind the control panel
on the back of your washer.

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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting Tips

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.

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

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

■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather.

■ Properly ground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.

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.

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 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; they should be replaced 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 user­repair 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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Model VVSR1070

• 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

You can locate your model number on the back of your washer, behind the control panel.

Quick Start Guide

About the washer control panel.

(models VVSR1070, VBXR1090, VBSR3100, VLXR1020, VVSR1030) www.Hotpoint.com

Model VBXR1090

Model VBSR3100

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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. On some models, the temperature is
controlled by the wash cycle knob. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions
when laundering.

Wash Cycle (on some models)

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, work and play clothes.

WRINKLE FREE For easy care, wrinkle-free and permanent press items.

KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil.

About the washer control panel.

(models VVSR1070, VBXR1090, VBSR3100, and VLXR1020)

OFF

WARM WASH

COLD WASH

Model VLXR1020

Control settings.

About the washer control panel.

(models VVSR1070, VBXR1090, VBSR3100, VLXR1020, VVSR1030)

Model VVSR1030

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Model VWSR4150

• 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

You can locate your model number on the back of your washer, behind the control panel.

Quick Start Guide

About the washer control panel.

(model VWSR4150) www.Hotpoint.com