GE Appliances Profile Washers Owner’s Manual WNSR3100 WNSR4100 GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 Part No. 175D1807P278 Pub. No.
Safety Instructions Safety Information . . . . . . . .3 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. That’s important, because your new washer will be part of your family for many years.
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.
Safety Instructions Find your washer control panel. You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
About the control settings. 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 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. Safety Instructions 1 With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster.
Safety Instructions About washer features. NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models. Extra Rinse OFF SET When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the Extra Rinse option. This option provides a second deep cold rinse in the COTTONS cycle and the EASY CARE cycle (on some models). Turn the Extra Rinse knob to SET. The washer will pause for a few minutes before the Extra Rinse option begins.
Safety Instructions 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. 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. 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.
Safety Instructions 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.) 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.
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. In the US you can call the GE Answer Center® at 800.626.2000. 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.
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.
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. Snags, holes, tears, rips or excessive wear Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers, and sharp objects left in pockets • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons, and zippers.
GE Washer Warranty (For customers in the United States) For The Period Of: We Will Replace: Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part. Two Years From the date of the original purchase Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Notes 14
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Safety Instructions Service Telephone Numbers. GE Answer Center® In the U.S.: 800-626-2000 The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In-Home Repair Service In the U.S.: 800-432-2737 Operating Instructions Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service In the U.S.: 800-626-2000 GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. In the U.S., call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322).
