GE WSLS1500, WSLP1500 manual Water Possible Causes What to do, Hoses and turn the water back on

OperatingInstructions SafetyInstructions

Installation Instructions

Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips

Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips

WATER	POSSIBLE CAUSES	WHAT TO DO
Too many suds	Type of detergent	• Switch to HE	detergent.
	Very soft water	• Try less detergent.
	Too much detergent	• Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you
		have soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Water leaks	Fill hoses or drain hose is	• Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and the
	improperly connected	washing machine. Make sure the end of the drain hose
		is correctly inserted and secured to the drain.
	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
	to the fill hoses at the	after each use.
	water source	• Check condition of the fill hoses; they may need
		replacement after 5 years.
	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.
Water temperature	Water supply is turned off	• Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
is incorrect	or improperly connected	hoses are connected to correct faucets.
	Water valve screens are	• Turn off the water source and remove the water
	stopped up	connection hoses from the upper back of the washer.
		Remove screens and use a brush or toothpick to clean the
		screens in the machine. Reinstall screens, reconnect the
		hoses and turn the water back on.
	House water heater is	• Make sure house water heater is delivering water
	not set properly	at 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
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 8 ft. above floor.

18