GE GJSR4170, GCXRP090, GKSR2120, GNSR2140, GUSR2150, GWSE5190, GJXRP080 Operation, Performance

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

Before you call for service…

WATER (cont.)	Possible Causes	What To Do
Water fills and drains	Siphoning	• If your standpipe or drain for the washer is less than 3 feet
at the same time		off the floor, the water will drain from the tub while it is
		filling. Lifting the drain hose at least 3 feet off the floor
		will allow the water to remain in the tub until the pump
		drains it out. The anti-siphon clip will lift the drain hose
		high enough to do this. The anti-siphon clip is included
		with the installation parts package for your washer.
		• Another way siphoning can occur is if the standpipe is
		stuffed with rags or other items that prevent air from
		escaping with the water. Air flow is needed to break
		the suction.
		• Check to make sure only the straight part of the drain
		hose is inserted into the standpipe; no ribs of the drain
		hose should be in the standpipe or drain pipe.

OPERATION	Possible Causes	What To Do
Washer pauses during	The washer normally pauses
wash cycle	between washing steps
Washer pauses during	This is normal	• The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
spin cycle		soapy water more efficiently.
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	• Check controls and make sure Cycle knob is pulled out
	properly	to ON position.
	Lid is open—safety feature	• Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary.
	prevents agitation and spinning
	when lid is up
	Circuit breaker/fuse is	• Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
	tripped/blown	reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet.

PERFORMANCE	Possible Causes	What To Do
Colored spots	Incorrect use of fabric	• Check fabric softener package for instructions and
	softener	follow directions for using dispenser.
		• Pretreat stain and rewash.
	Dye transfer	• Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Grayed or yellowed	Not enough detergent	• Use more detergent (especially with larger loads).
clothes		Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer’s directions.
	Hard water	• Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install
		a water softener.
	Water is not hot enough	• Make sure water heater is delivering water at
		120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
	Washer is overloaded	• Select load size to match clothes load.
	Detergent is not dissolving	• Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before
		you load clothes.
16	Dye transfer	• Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately,
		unstable dyes may be indicated.