GE Appliances Washers Owner’s Manual S2200 S3200 WBSR1060 WBXR1060 WBXR2060 WCSR2070 WCXR1070 WHSR2070 WJSR2080 WMSR2100 WNSR2100 WNXR2100 WSSR2070 WWSR3130 WWSR3090 WWSR4140 GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 Part No. 175D1807P270 Pub. No.
. . . . . . . . . .3 Safety Instructions Safety Information 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 use your washer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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.
These pages cover models WBSR1060, WBXR1060, WBXR2060, WCSR2070, WCXR1070, WHSR2070, WJSR2080, WMSR2100, WNSR2100, WNXR2100 and WSSR2070. 1 Load Size MEDIUM EXTRA SMALL Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the washer control panel. Look on your washer for the controls below that apply to your model.
Safety Instructions Control Settings 1 Load Size The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. 2 Temperature 3 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, work and play clothes.
Safety Instructions About the washer control panel. Look on your washer for the controls below that apply to your model. These pages cover models S2200, S3200, WWSR3130, WWSR3090 and WWSR4140.
Safety Instructions Control Settings 1 Load Size The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. 2 Wash/Spin Speed 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.
Safety Instructions About washer features. NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models. Liquid Bleach Dispenser (on some models) 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. ■ Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket. ■ Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser.
The agitator cap fits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on. water to dispenser until it reaches 3 Add the maximum fill line. The fabric softener dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. Safety Instructions The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model) Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.
Safety Instructions Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Sorting Wash Loads Colors Soil Fabric Lint Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producers Lights Normal Easy Care Lint Collectors Darks Light Sturdy Cottons Proper Use of Detergent Operating Instructions 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.
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.) 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. Call the GE Answer Center®, 800.
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 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. SENSORWASH Possible Causes What To Do SensorWash indicator light (on some models) is not illuminated Washer is NOT in a wash fill cycle or a warm rinse fill cycle • This is normal. Light only illuminates during wash fills and warm rinse fills.
Possible Causes What To Do The washer normally pauses between washing steps Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set properly • Check controls and make sure Cycle knob is pulled out to ON position. Lid is open • Close lid and pull Cycle knob out to ON position. Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown • Check house circuit breakers/fuses.
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service… (con) PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do Pilling Result of normal wear on poly-cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out.
GE Washer Warranty We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part. Five Years From the date of the original purchase The transmission, suspension rod, spring assembly, washer lid and cover, if any should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Safety Instructions Service Telephone Numbers. GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Operating Instructions Special Needs Service 800.626.2000 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility.
