GE_GCXR2080 Washer Manual

GEAppliances

GBSR!070 GKSR2080GBXR1070 GKSR4110GBXR2060 GNSR2090GCXR2080 GNSR3100GJSR2080 GUSR2100GJXR2080 GWSR3090

Part No. 175D1807P283 Pub. No. 49-90016 7-99JR

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Safety Information............ 3

Operating Instructions

ControlPanelsandTheirSettings ...4-11Features......................... 12

LoadingandUsingtheWasher..... 13.14

Troubleshooting 77ps

BeforeYouCallForService........ 15-17

CustomerServiceServiceTelephoneNumbers.......... I8

Warranty........................ 20

Conwatu/ations!YouAm Now Partof theGEFami/y.

Welcome to d_e ( ;E family. We're proud of our qualib_ pro&_ds and we arecommitted to provkfing depen(_d)le se_'ice. You'll see il in this easy-to-use ()wner'sManual and you'll hear it in tl,e fiiendly voices of our cusu)mer service deparunenI.

Best of all, you'll experien(e Rinse values eat h time you use your washer That'simportanL because your new w;Lsherx_41lbe pmt of yore ti_mily tbr many years Andwe hope you x_4llbe pan of oms fi)r a long dine u) come.

We fllankyou fi)r buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you xdll(ontinue U)rely on us whenever you need quali b, appliant es for your home.

A ServicePartnership.

IMPORTANT!Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain secviceunder the winrarity.

YOURRECORDSWrite the mode/and serial numbershere:

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You (an find them in the upper fight corner on the back ofy()ur w_tsher.

READTHISMANUALInside you will find many helpfifl hints on how to use and maintainyour washer properly.Just a little preventive care on your part cansave you a great deal of time and money over the lid of your washer.

IFYOUNEEDSERVICEYou'll find many answers to common problems in the Before YouCarl For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips

first, you may not need to call fi)r sec_4ce at all.

If you do need secvice, you can rekLx knowing help is only a phone

(all away. A list of toll4iee (ustomer ser_4( e numbers is induded inthe ba(k se(tion. Or tall 1_()1)-361-34110.

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iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.READALL iNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING! Foryoursafe theinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetheriskoffireor explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

Use this

applianceonly for itsintended

purpose asdescribed inthis Owner'sManual.

WATERHEATERSAFETYUnder certain conditionshydrogengas maybe produced in a water heater thathas not beenused for two weeksor more.Hydrogengas can be explosiveunder these circumstances.

If the hot water has not been used tin two weeks or more, prevent tile possibili Wot damage or in juU by turning onall hot water timcels and allotting them to mn for several minutes. Do this betore using any elecuical appliancewhich is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will alh_wany buih-up hydrogen gas to escape.Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

PROPERINSTALLATIONThiswashermust be properly installedand locatedin accordance with the InstallationInstructions before it is used. Ifyoudid not receivean InstallationInstructionssheet, you can receive oneby calling, toll-free 1-800-361-3400.

mInstall o_ store where i[x_illnot be exposed to mI'roperly _ound washer to contorm _ilh all governingtemperam_>s below freezing or exposed to the _valher. codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation

Inslnlcdons.

YOURLAUNDRYAREA• Keep tile _uea underneafll and around your

appliances fiee of combustible materials such aslint, paper, rags, chelnicals, etc.

• (lose supervision is necessa U iftliis appliance is usedby or near dfildren. Do not allow children to play on,with, or inside tiffs or any odmr appliance.

WHENUSINGTHEWASHER• Never readl into washer while it is moving. 'v\:_dt

until tile machine has completely stopped beforeopening the lid.

• Do not mix chlorine bleach x_dthammonia or acids

such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing(fiflerent chemicals can produce a toxic gas whichmay cause death.

• Do not wash or d U articles that have been cleaned in,washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible orexplosive subslam_s (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline,de_easers, dr?cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc,) whichmay ignite or explode. Do not add these substances totlle wash water. Do not use or place tllese substancesaround your washer or dryer during operation.

• Tile laund U process can reduce the flame retardancyof fabrics. To avoid such a resuh, carefiflly tollow tile

garment manufacturer's wash and care instructions.

• To minimize tile possibility of elecuic shock, unplugthis appliance fiom the power supply or disconnectthe washer at the h{)usehold distribution panel byrem{Mng the fi_se or switching off the drcuit breakerbefi)re attempting aW maintenance or cleaning.NOTE'Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an offposition does NOT(fisconnect the appliance flomthe power supply.

• Never attempt to operate this appliance ifit is damaged,malfim(doning, partially disassembled, or has missingor broken parts, including a damaged (ord or plug.

WHENNOTINUSE• TllI'n oJ]wa/eI" fin]eels/o relieve pressure oil hoses

and valves and to minimize leakage ifa break orrupture sh()uld occur, Check the condition of the

fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years,

• Before discarding a washer, or removing it flomservice, remove the washer lid to prevent chil(henfiom hiding inside.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of thisappliance unless specifically recommended in thisOwner's Manual, or in published user-repairinstructions that y_)u understand and have the skillsto C:4I'I)" ()lit.

• Do not tamper with conuols.

Readandfollow thisSafetyInformationcarefully.SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Findyour washer controlpanelYoucan locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel

Model GBSRI070

LOAD/CHARGE TEMPERATUREWASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/RINI_AGE

WARM/COLDLARGE TIEDE/FROID

SMALL COLD/COLD HOT/COLD

• PERMA PRESS

REGULARCOTTONS // / JCOTONS SOAKI( / /

L,o_O,LMEDIUM

EXTRA

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATEPERMA

PRESS

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Model GBXRI070


LAVAGE/RINI_AGE

WARM/COLDMEDIUM TIEDE/FROID

SMALL EXTRA COLD/COLD HOT/COLD

• PERMA PRESS

REGULARCOTTONS / / /COTONSsoAK/(/ /

L,o._O,LMEDIUM

EXTRA

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATE

PERMAPRESS

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Model GBXR2060


LAVAGE/RIN_AGE

WARM/COLDMEDIUM TIEDE/EROID

SMALL EXTRA COLD/COLD HOT/COLD

• PERMA PRESS

REGULARCOTTONS // [ /

COTONS (_k//

LIGHT SOIL _LEGER_

MEDIUMEXTRA

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATEPERMA

PRESS

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Model GKSR2080

LOADSIZE TEMPERATURE

LARGE WARMCOLD

SMAL_OPER _@ HOT

COLD

COTTONS . PERMANENTPRESSREGULAR _ KNITS

(_ _DELICATES

SOAK

UGHTSOIL\\( /MEDIUM_'-_.._

HEAVY _ •POWERWASH

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Aboutthe controlsettings.

O Load Size

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Tile water level should just cover the clothes. A([just the load size accordingly. Ix)osely load clothesno higher than tile top row of holes in tile washer rob.

Temperature

Sele(t the water temperature tot the wash and rinse _Tcles. Always fi)llow f:abri( manufa( mrer's (arelabel or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash ()_cle (ontrols tile length of tile washing pro(ess. The dmrt beh)w will help you matdl thewash o_cle setting xdth your ch)thing.

REGULARForheawto lightlysoiledcottons,householdlinens,workandplayclothes.COTTONS

PERMA Foreasycareandwrinkle-resistantitems.PRESS

KNITS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiledknits.

DELICATEForlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil.

SOAK Forheavilysoiledclothesthat needto besoakedbeforewashing.Oncethe soakandspincycleiscompleteresetthe controlto a washsetting.

POWERWASH Forheavilysoiledandheawdutyfabrics.Thiscycleprovideslongeragitation.


Model GCXR2080

LOAD/CHARGE SPEED/VITESSE TEMPERATUREWASH/SPIN WASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE LAVAGE/RINI_AGE

MEDIUMWARM/COLDTIEDE/FROID

DEL NORMAL COLD/COLD HOT/COLD

SOAK • PERMA PRESS

TREMPAG_,'--_KNITS/'f RICOTS

REGULAR f'_- _ PERMACOTTONS /// / / \_ PRESS

I( / / )1LIGHTSOIL _ \ / / / /

LEGER '_ \ ( / / J

MEDIUM _,._--_,,.,,.,_ •EXTRA V DELICATE

SUPER •

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Model GJXR2080

LOAD/CHARGE

EXTRA

LARGE o_

LARGE@

MEDIUM v

SMALLPETITE

SPEED/VITESSE TEMPERATUREWASH/SPIN WASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE LAVAGE/RIN_;AGE

DEL NORMAL WARM/COLD HOT/COLD

COLD/COLD WARM/WARMFROID/FROID TIEDE/TIEDE

SOAK • PERMA PRESS

TREM PAG_,,,,_--,_,,,,,_ KNITS/'rRICOTS

REGULAR ff F'_ PERMACOTTONS /f / / \_ PRESS

co oo (( / / ))LIGHT SOIL _h,\ / / / /

LEGER '%, \ ( / J J

MEDIUM _,._--_,,.,.,_ •EXTRA V DELICATE

SUPER •

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LOAD/CHARGE

EXTRALARGE ..

LARGE@"

MEDIUMSMALLPETITE

SPEED/VITESSE TEMPERATUREWASH/SPIN WASH/RINSE

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE LAVAGE/RIN(_AGE

DEL NORMAL WARM/COLD HOT/COLD

COLD/COLD WARM/WARMFROID/FROID TIEDE/TIEDE

SOAK

TREMPAGEf

REGULAR _'_COTTONS I/

COTONS I( /LIGHT SOIL _h,\ /

LEGER _(,MEDIUM _:

EXTRA

SUPER •

• PERMA PRESS

_L ITS/TRICOTS

PERMA

PRESS

ICATE

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About the controlsettings.

_r_ Load Size

Tile water level should just cover tile clothes. A(!just the load size accordingly. I,oosely load clothesno higher than tile top row of holes in the washer rob.

Wash/Spin Speed

The agitator moves clothes around fi)r a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the o_cle to releasewater fiom 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 ti)r cottons, denims and play clothes. WithGenie wash speed, the agitator inoves slower. Use ti)r delicate and knit items.

The Fast spin speed is fin durable items. The Slow spin speed is tk)r delicate items like sweaters andlingerie. Clothes'_411 be less (hT than when using Fast spin speed.

_l Temperature

Select the water temperature fi)r the wash and rinse o_cles. Always follow fabric manufacturer's carelabel or instru(tions when laundering. Follow tile water temperature guide on the washer lid.

D Wash Cycle

Tile wash ()_clecontrols the length of the washing process. Tile chart below xdll help you match tilewash ()_cle setting xdth your clothing.

REGULARForheawto lightlysoiledcottons,householdlinens,workandplayclothes.CO'I'rONS




SOAK Forheavilysoiledclothesthatneedto besoakedbeforewashing.Oncethe soakandspincycleiscompleteresetthe controlto awashsetting.

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Model GNSR2090

LOAD/CHARGE SPEED/VITESSE TEMPERATURE EXTRARINSE/RINI_AGEWASH/SPIN WASH/RINSE OPTION

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE LAVAGE/RINCAGE • PERMAPRESS

REGULAR_ PERMACOTTONSff f_,,_'_ PRESS== w==o=..= . SETc=o=,,,,,

SMALL _ DEL _ NORMAL TIEDE/FROID CHAUD/FROID ARRETF,,,,,_,_,,,,,_ARCUE -T.,,,,"''",,"LEGER '_ \ / / / jr DELICATEMEDIUM _t J J/

COLD/COL DM/WADMFROID/FROID TIEDE/I"IEDE EXTRAp_

15MIN 30MIN

AUTOSOAK/TREMPAGE

Model GNSR3100

LOAD/CHARGE SPEED/VlTESSE TEMPERATURE EXTRARINSE/RINI_AGEWASH/SPIN WASH/RINSE OPTION

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE LAVAGE/RINCAGE • PERMAPRESS_KNITS/TRICOTS

NORMAL REGULAR fF'_ PERMAEXTRA DEL DEL NORMAL OFF SETWARM/COLD HOT/COLD COTTONS/'/ / ) \_ PRESS

LIGHTSOIL I / / / / I DELICATELEGER_ \ / / / /MEDIUM %_ L / /Jr

COLD/COLD WARMF,,NARM EXTRA_JMEDIUM SMALL FROID/FROID TILDE/TILDE SUPER_ •

PETITE 15 MIN 30 MIN

AUTOSOAK/TREMPAGE

Model GWSR3090

LOAD/CHARGE SPEED/VITESSE TEMPERATURE EXTRARINSE/RINI_AGEWASH/SPIN WASH/RINSE OPTION

LAVAGE/ESSORAGE LAVAGE/RIN_AGE • PERMA PRESS_KNITS/TRICOTS

SUPER NORMAL REGULARf_'_ PERMADELEXTRA RE. DEL NORMAL HOT/COLD COTTONS// / ) \_ PRESSWARM/COLD OFF SET

LARG@ DE@NORMAL TIEDEIFRO_AU DIFROID ARR_AR CUE COTONS/( / / _

SMALL LIGHTSOIL| \ / / / I "PETITE LEGER _ / / /1 DELICATE

MEDIUM '_( / /JLARGE MEDIUM COLD!COLD WARM/WARM EXTRA '_._,_......-'_

FROID/FROID TIEDE/I"IEDE SUPER _ •30 MIN

AUTO SOAK/TREMPAGE

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_r_ Load Size

Tile water level should just cover tile ch)thes. A(!just the h)ad size accordingly. I,oosely h)ad ch)thesno higher than tile top row of holes in the washer rob.

D Wash/Spin Speed

The agitator moves ch)thes around fi)r a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the o,cle to releasewater fiom the h)ad. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.

Widl Normal wash speed, the agitator moves taster. Use tot cottons, denims and play ch)thes. WithGentle wash speed, the agitator moves sh)wer. Use tbr delicate and knit items.

Tile Fast spin speed is fi)r durable items. Tile Sh)w spin speed is *i)r delicate items like sweaters andlingerie. Ch)thes will be less (hT than when using Fast spin speed.

_'J Temperature

Select tile water temperature fi)r tile wash and rinse (),cles. Always fbllow fhbric manufacturer's carelabel or instructions when laundering. Folh)w the water temperature guide on tlle washer lid.

D Wash Cycle

The wash (),cle controls tile length of the washing process. The chart beh)w will help you match thewash o<le setting xdth your ch)thing.

REGULARForheawto lightlysoiledcottons,householdlinens,workandplayclothes.CO'I'rUNS




AUTOSOAK Forheavilysoiledclothes.Beginwith a briefagitation,soaksfora specifiedperiodof time,then movesthroughthe restof thecycleautomatically.

About the optionalsetting.

D Extra Rinse

When you use extol detergent or bleach to clean hemdly soiled ch)thes, you maywant to use the Extra Rinse option. This option proxddes a se(ond deep (old rinsein the COTTONSo,(le. Turn the ExUa Rinse knob to SET.

Thewasher will pausefor a few minutesbefore the ExtraRinseoptionbegins.

Findyour washer controlpanelYoucan locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model GKSR4110

LOAD/CHARGE FABRICCARE/'I'ISSUS EXTRARINSE/RIN_AGEWASH/RINSE OPTION

LAVAGE/RIN(_AGE

SUPER PERMA PRESSRE. WARM/COLD

EXTRA COLORS TIEDE/FROtD OFF SET

LARGE_ co'n'ON _ DELICATE ARR_ARCHE

I \ COULEUR f_ _b. COLD/COLDSMALL WARM/COLD f_ _ _ FROID/FROID

PET,TE"EO'FRD'Dk LARGE v .._..

MEDIUM COTTONS/WHITES WASH WOOLENSCOTON/BLANC LAINE LAVABLE

HOT/COLD WARM/WARMCHAUD/FR OlD TIEDE/TIEDE

SIGNAL• PERMA PRESS

KNITS/TRICOTREGULAR

MED COTTONS_/""_ _ PERMA

OFF LOUD COTONS // / PRESS

ARRE -- FORTL,GHTSO,L/(/1'_ _ _ LEGER |_ / •

_, _ "_1 MEDIUM _,\ / / DELICATE_. _ EXTRA _._ { /

SUPER__

AUTOSOAK/ PREW_SH_'_'_"30MINTREMPAGE PRE-LAVAGE SOAK!TREMPAGE

PREWASH/PRE-LAVAGE

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O Load Size

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Tile water level sh(mldjust o)ver the clothes. A(!just the load size accordingly. I_oosely load clothes no higherthan the top row of holes in the washer tub.

Fabric Care

Always follow fabfi( mamffa( turer's (are label or instcu(tions when laundering. Follow the water temperatureguide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash (T(le (ontrols the length of the washing process. The chart beh)w will help you match the wash (T(lesetting with your clothing.

REGULARCOTTONS Forheawto lightlysoiledcottons,householdlinens,workandplayclothes.

PERMAPRESS Foreasycareandwrinkle-resistantitems.


DELICATE Forlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil.

PREWASH Forheavilysoiledclothesor for clotheswith acarelabelthat recommendsprewashingbeforewearing.

AUTOSOAK Forheavilysoiledclothes.Beginwith a briefagitation,soaksfor a specifiedperiodof time,thenmovesthroughthe restof thecycleautomatically.

About the optionalsettings.

_] Extra Rinse _'_ Signal

When y()u use extra detergent or bleach to cleanheavily soiled clothes, y()u m W want to use the ExUaRinse option. This option pr¢)vi(Ds a second deepcold rinse in the COTTONSCTcle.Turn the ExUaRinse knob to SEE

Thewasher will pause for a few minutesbefore the ExtraRinseoption begins.

ffthe SIGNALoption is selected, a signal will soundjust betore the end of the {Tcle. This reminds you torem{)ve the clothes to avoid excess x_Tinklingbetore(hTing. If you selected EXTRARINSEthe signal willsound at the end of the _Tcle and at the end of theEXTRARINSE.

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Findyour washer controlpanelYoucan locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model GUSR2100

LOAD WASH/SPIN TEMPERATURESPEED

LARGE

SMALL SUPER GENTLE NORMAL WARM HOT

COLD WARM

COTTONS • PERMANENTPRESS

LIGHTSOlL_SEAsY_ CAREREGULAR

MEDIUM // _

HEAVYI/f--------_ _,_•

AUTOSOAK/ _,_ //•EXTRACLEANINGEXTRACLEANIN_U_0oM_AK

15 MINAUTO SOAK


H Load Size

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The x_:Jtexlevel should just cover the clothes. A(!just tile load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higherthan tile top row of holes in tile washer tub.

Wash/Spin Speed

Tile agitator moves clothes mound for a (leaner wash; the basket spins late_ in the _T(le to _elease water fromthe load. The "v\Sish/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both tile agitator and the basket.

With Nom_al wash speed, tile agitator moves tilster. Use fi_l cottons, denims and plW ( lothes. With Gentle washspeed, the agitator moves slower. Use tot deli( ate and knit items.

The Fast spin speed is tbr &1table items. The Slow spin speed is tbr deli( ate items like sweaters and lingerie.Clothes _ill be less d U than when using Fast spin speed.

Temperature

Sele( t the water temperatme ibr the wash and rinse _3,('les.Always iollow ii_bdc manuiil( turer's (are label orinstructions when laundering. Follow tile water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash (Tale (onuols the length of tile washing Do( ess. The (hart bel()w will help you mat(h tile wash (3,(lesetting _ith your clothing.

COTTONSForheawto lightlysoiledcottons,householdlinens,workandplayclothes.REGULAR

EASYCARE Foreasycareandwrinl<le-resistantitems.

KNITS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiledI<nits.

DELICATESForlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil.

AUTOSOAK Forheavilysoiledclothes.Beginswitha briefagitation,soaksfor aspecifiedperiodof time,thenmovesthroughtherestofthecycleautomatically.

EXTRA Providesa timedautosoak,extrarinseandextraspinfor heavilysoiledclothes.CLEANING

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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 beiore it reaches into y_)ur wash h)ad.

[_] ( heck clothing care labels ti)r spedal insu_ucfions.

[_ Measure liquid bleach careflflly, tbllo_dng insu_ucfions on the bottle.

• Never pour undiluted liquidchlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash baskeL

• Do not pour powdered bleach/bto bleach dispense_

['_ Before stmdng tile washer, pour measured amount ofbleadl dire(tlv into bleachdispenser. Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. Ifyou prefer to (_se powderedbleach, acid it into the wash basket with y{)ur detergent.

• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remove_ Mixing can

produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

TheAgitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model)

Theagitatorcapfits into tile top of timagitator. If it accidentally comes oil simplyput it back on.

Thefabricsoftenerdispensermnomadcallyreleases liquid fabxi( softener at tlle propertime during the ()_de.

Do not stop the washer during the first spin,

This will cause the dispenser to emptytoo soon.

['j] Add water to dispenser undl it reachesthe maximum fill line.

Touse, follow thesesteps:

[-_ Make sure dispenser is securely aua( hedto agitator. •

['_U se only liquid fabric softener. Pourinto dis[)enser, using amount

recommended on package.

Neverpourfabric softenerdirectlyonclothes. It maystainthem.

Donot pour anythflTginto flTeagitator ifflTeagitator cap or dispenser is removed.

Separate for cleaning.

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Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)

[] Rem_)ve tile dispenser fiom tile top of tile agitator.

[_--]Separate tim dispenser (up fiom tile (over bv grasping tile top and puslfing down ontile inside of the cup xdth )our fingers. Dispenser cup (rill pop fiee flom the cover.

['_To clean tile dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and tile dispenser cover in timfollowing solution:

• 1USgallon (3.8 liters) warm water

• 1/4 cup (60 m/) heavy duty fiquid detergent• I cup (240 m/) bleach

[_]lf necessary, loosen build-up xfith a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiffbi_ush; VOtllIlav roughen tile suF/a(e of the dispenser.

[_ Rinse and reasselnble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.

Loadingand usingthe washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

SortingWashLoadsColors Soil Fabric Lint

Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producers

Lights Normal Easy Care Lint Collectors

Darks Light Sturdy Cottons

ProperUseof DetergentAdd detergent and stmt the washer betbre addingclothes so that the demrgent can work effectively.Follow the detergent package directions. Using molittle or too nmch cDtergent is a common cm_se oflmmd U problems.

You can use less detergent if you have soft water, asmaller load, or a lightly soiled load.

Loadingthe WasherI,oad dry items loosely, no higher than the toprow of holes in the washer tub. When loading wetitelns make sure you set the load/water level highenough to allow the items to move fleely. Waterlevel shouldjust cover the clothes. To acid itemsafter washer has started, push in Cycle Dial andsubmerge additional items next to the agitator.(lose the lid and pull Cycle Dial out to restart.

• Do not wrap large items like sheets around the

agitator

• Do not wash fabrics containing flammable

materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).

• Agitation will not start with the lid up.

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Careand Cleaningof the WasherWashBasket:I,eave the lid open after washing toallow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean thebasket use a clean soft cloth dmnpened with liquiddetergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or grit|ycleaners.)

Fill Hoses:Hoses connecting washer to fm]cetshouM be repla( ed m,eU 5 years.

LintFilter:The lint fiher is located under tile

agitator. It is self-(leaning and requires nomaintenan(e.

Exterior:hnmediately wipe offany spills. Wipe withdamp ( loth. TU not to hit SUlt_x(exdth sharpobje(ts.

MovingandStorage:Askthe sex_-icetechnidan torein(we wa|er flom drain pump and hoses. Donot store the washer where it will be exposed tothe weather. Fox intixxmadon on h(xwto keepthe tub stationaxy when rex)ring the washer x_Titeto: Manager, Consumer Relations, Cmnco Inc.,1 Facto U I.ane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3.

Long Vacations:Be sure water supply is shut ()fiatfau(ets. 1)x_finall water fiom hoses ifweaflmr will

be 1)elowfieezing.

FabricCareLabelsBelow are tid)ri( (are label "syml)ols" that afle(t the (lothing you _dll be laundering.

WASH LABELS

wash _cycle Normal p........... t Press/ Gentle"_/ Do not wash Do not wring

wrinkle resistant delicate Hand wash

Water • • • • • •temperature Hot w..... Co,d/ooo,

(50' C/120' F) (40'C/105 F) (30 C/85"F)

DRY LABELS

FOqFOqrOqdry

Dry Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/wrinkle resistant delicate

.o,, ® ® •setting

High Medium Low No heat/air

Do not dryDo not tumble dry (used with

do not wash)

Line dry/ Drip dry Dry flat In the shadehang to dry

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BLEACHLABELS

symbols An_ bleactl Only ....... hlorine bleach Do not bleach

(when needed) (when needed)

Before you call forservice...

Troubleshooting -tipsSave time and money! Review the charts on the following

pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Washerwon't operate

Water temperature

Waterwon't drain

Possible Causes What To Do

Washer is unplugged

Water supply is turned off

Controls are not set

properly

Lid is open

Circuit breaker/fuse is

tripped/blown

Control is not set properly

Water supply is turned offor improperly connected

Water valve screens are

stopped up

House water heater is

not set properly

• Make sure cord is phlgged securely imo a working outlet.

• Turn both hot and cold fmlcets fillly on.

• Check controls and make sure Cycle knob is pulled outto ONposifion,

• (;lose lid and pull Cycle knob out/o O/Vposifion,

• Check house drcuit breakers/filses. Replace filses orreset breaker, x,,\_lsher should have sepmate outlet,

• Check water temperature conuol and adjust.

• Turn both hot and cold fmlcets fillly on and make surehoses are connected to correct finlcets.

TUI'U offthe water SOllrce and reiilove tile water

connection hoses flom the upper back of the washer.Use a brash or toothpick to clean the screens in themachine. Reconnect the hoses and mrn the waterback oil.

Make sure house water heater is delivering waterat 120°F.- 140 °F. (48° (.-60 ° (.).

Drain hose is kinked or

improperly connected• Suaighten (hain hose and make sure washer is not

siuingon it.

• Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. (2.5 m)al)ovefloor.

Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are fight at finlcets andimproperly connected make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in

and secured to &ain fildlity.

Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may needbe clogged to call a plumber.

Constant water pressure • Tighteu hoses at tile finlcets aud turu tile water offto the fiUhoses at the after each use.

water source • Check condition of tile fill hoses; they may needreplacement after 5 years.

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Possible Causes What ToDo

Lint or residue on Incorrect sorting • Separ_tte lint producers from lint collectors.clothes

Washing too long • Wash small loads ti)x ,t shorter lime thin11,u'ger loads.

Detergent not dissolving • Add detergent as wash b:tsket tills with water, beti)re youload (htthes.

• Tly _tliquid detergent.

• Use XN_ll'lUel" XA'_l[el" [elllpel'?l[Ul'e.

Overloading • I,oad clothes no higher than the top row of holes in thew:tsher rob.

• Make sure load size selector mat(hes (htthes load size.

Incorrect use of fabric • Check thbric sotiener p,tckage ti)r instructions :rod ti)llowsoftener directions fitr using dispenser.

Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric • Check thbric sotiener p,tcl_tge titr instructions and followsoftener directions ti)r using dispenser.

• l'retreat st;tin mid rewash.

Dye transfer • Sort whites or lighdy colored items tiom dark colors.

Wrinkling Improper sorting • Avoid mixing hea',y items (like work clothes) with lightitems (like bh)uses).

• TIt" a lid)tic softener.

Overloading or • I _oad your w;tsher so ('htthes h,tve enough room to moveincorrect water level fieely.

Incorrect wash and • Match Cycle selection to the type of fhl)ri(" you ,tre washingdry cycles (especially fi)r e_tsy (are loads).

Repeated washing in • Wash in w_u'm or ('old water with plenty of detergent.water that is too hot

Too many suds Type of detergent • Switch to :l lower sudsing detexgent br,tnd mad tbllowinstructions on p_l(l_tge.

Very soft water • TIt- less detergent.

Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp • F;tsten sn,tps, hooks, buttons, mad zippers.

or excessive wear buttons, belt buckles, • Remove loose items like pins, objects in pockets mid sharpzippers, and sharp objects buttons.left in pockets

• Turn knits (which sn;tg easily) inside out.

Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check ble:lch package instructions titr proper amount.

• Never add undiluted bleach to w:tsh or ;tllow (lothes tocome in contact xdth undiluted 1)lea(h.

• Rinse items th;tt may h_lve chemicals on them befiwewashing.

Chemicals like hair bleach

or dye, permanent wavesolution

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Possible Causes What ToDo

Pilling Result of normal wear on

poly-cotton blends andfuzzy fabrics

° While this is not cruised by tile washer, you can slow tilepilling process by washing gmmen/s inside out.

Grayed or yellowed Not enough detergent ° Use more detergent (especially xddl lmger loads).clothes

Hard water • Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or ins/alla w; ilel soJ[enel.

Water is not hot enough ° Make sure water healer is delivering wa/el a/120°F.-140°F. (48°C.-60°C.).

Washer is overloaded ° Select load size to match clothes load.

Detergent is not • Add detergent as wash basket fills xddl water betbre youdissolving load clothes.

Dye transfer • Sort clothes by color. Iftitbfic label stales wash soparatolv,unstable dyes may be indicated.

Washer is noisy Washer is uneven ° Make sure washer is level and firln to tile floor.

Washer load is ° Push the Cycle knob in to stop the washer, open the lidunbalanced and re_fistfibute the load evenly. (',lose the lid and restmt.

Washerpausesincycle The washer normally pausesbetween washing steps

Clothestoo wet Incorrect cycle selected ° Make sure the {ycle selected inatches the load you avewashing.

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ServiceTelephoneNumbers.Questions?

If you have any questions about your appliance, write to:

Manager, ( onsumer Relations, (amco Inc., 1 Factot)_ I,ane, Suite 310, Men(ton, N.F,., E1C 9M3.

Orcall, 1-800-361-3400.

In-HomeRepairService1-soo-z_1-3_oExpert repair servi( e isonly a phone (all away.

ServiceContracts1-soo-_1-3_z_

] in'( Base a (_}/tll(o seiN_l(e uontia([ 'while yoin"w_lIIanty 1s still in e]_][e([ and yell ll ie(elve a

substantial dis(ount. (am(o will still be there after your warranty expires.

PartsandAccessoriesIndividuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directlyto their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Diso)ver cmds me accepted).

Instructionscontainedinthismanualcoverprocedurestoheperformedbyanyuser.Otherservicinggenerallyshouldbe referredtoqualifiedservicepersonnel.Cautionmustbe exercised,sinceimproperservicingmaycauseunsafeoperation.

Pleaseconsultyouryellow pagesforyourlocalCamconumber.

ServiceSatisfactionIfyou are not satisfied _dth the service you received:

First,contact the people who ser_iced y_nn appliance.

Next, if you are still not pleased, x_ite all the delnils-including your phone number-to:Director, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 1 Facto_)_I_ane, Suite 310, Men(ton, N.B., E1C 9M3.

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Washer Warranty

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized technician.For service, call 1-800-361-3400.

i )i _ ?ii ¸¸_ _ _ ; i_ __ Of: We Will Replace:

One Year Anypartof the w;isher whidl fifils due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this fullFromthe date of the one-yearwarranty,we _dll also provide, free ofcharge,all labor and in-home sex_iceto replace theoriginalpurchase defecdve part.

FiveYears Thesuspensi_nr_d andspri_g assem_y_if _ny _f these P_`tssh_uld f_dldue t_ a defect in materialsFromthe date of the or worhnanship. We _dll also repla(e tile washerlid andcoverifthey should rest under normalorigina!purchase operating conditions. During this additionalfour-yearlimited warran_ you xdll be responsible for any

lal)or or in-home sex_dcecos[s. • •

Ten Yeats Thetransmission,washerbasketandwashertub,if any of thesep;uts should fhil due to a defect inFrom the date ofthe materials or worhnanship. During rids additionalnine-yearlimitedwarranty,you _6ll be responsibleoriginalpurchase fbr any labor or in-home service costs.

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use theproduct.

Readyour Owner'sManual. ]fyot] then have any questionsabout operating the product, please (onta(t your dealerOI" OUI" ConsullleI" Affairs office at the address beh)w.

Manager, ( onsumer RelationsCamco Inc.

1 Factor T Lane, Suite 310Moncton, N.B.E1C 9M3

• hnproper installation.

If you have an installation prol)lem, contact yourdealer or installer. You are responsible for pr(Mdingadequate electrical, exhausting and other connectingfacilities.

• Replacement of house fl_ses or resetting of circuitbreakers.

• Failure of the product if it is misused, or used forother than the intended purpose or usedcommercially.

• Damage to produ( t caused by acddent, fire, floods ora(ts of (;od.

) [WARRANTOR IS NOT RESI ONSIBLE FOR CONSEQU ENTIAL [ AMA(,ES.

V_arrantor. CAMCO IN(;.

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