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PROBLEM SOLVER

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PROBLEM
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
WAS~R
IS NOISY ● Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and
front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.
●
A
sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor
stops and
tie
spin brake inside the transmission “locks in.” This sound is normal.
●
Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin,
and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases (usually occurs
when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water
level
is set higher than
necessary), the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating a loud but harmless noise.
To correct, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket.
Close
the
lid
and restart.
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WASHER PAUSES
● Washer normally pauses between washing steps... such as between wash and spin or
IN CYCLE
between
spin and rinse.
If you need more
help...call,
toll free: GE Answer Center” / 800.626.2000 / consumer information service

CARE

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CLEAN~G

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The Tub. The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid
To Store Washer.
Ask service technician to remove
open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.
Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers. Do not store the washer where it
will
be exposed
The Exterior,
Wipe off any
spills
of washing to the weather.
compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try
For Long Vacations.
Be sure water supply is shut off
not to hit surface with sharp objects. at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather
will
be below freezing.
How to remove the agitator
To remove the agitator,
snap the cap off and remove — Cap
the screw. Then remove
the agitator extender (on
n
Screw
;—
Agitator
Extender
models
so equipped)
n
(on some models)
and the agitator.
To replace the agitator,
carefully lower it straight
down onto the shaft so
A
— Agitator
,,,!’
(. ‘ ‘
that it fits snugly into
L.
.-
..f
place.
Replace the agitator
extender
(on
models so
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To remove limestone from
Filter-Flo
pan
● Soak filter pan in a preheated
160°F.
(71 ‘C. )
solution of half vinegar and half water for 15
minutes. Then brush each side of pan with a stiff
bristle brush while flushing with running water.

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CAUTIONS:
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Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar
can damage porcelain.
● Do not exceed
180°F.
(82°C.
) or filter pan
may
wa~.
equipped), the screw
m
and the cap.
(Appearance may vary)
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