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GBSR!070
GBXR1070
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GJSR2080
GJXR2080
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GKSR4110
GNSR2090
GNSR3100
GUSR2100
GWSR3090
Part No. 175D1807P283 Pub. No. 49-90016 7-99JR
Safety Information............
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Conwatu/ations!
YouAm Now Partof theGEFami/y.
Welcome to d_e ( ;E family. We're proud of our qualib_ pro&_ds and we are
committed to provkfing depen(_d)le se_'ice. You'll see il in this easy-to-use ()wner's
Manual and you'll hear it in tl,e fiiendly voices of our cusu)mer service deparunenI.
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Best of all, you'll experien(e Rinse values eat h time you use your washer That's
importanL because your new w;Lsherx_41lbe pmt of yore ti_mily tbr many years And
we 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
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Operating Instructions
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ControlPanelsand TheirSettings ...4-11
Features.........................
12
Loadingand UsingtheWasher..... 13.14
IMPORTANT!
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain secvice
under the winrarity.
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YOURRECORDS
Write the mode/and serial numbers here:
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Troubleshooting 77ps
BeforeYouCallForService........
15-17
You (an find them in the upper fight corner on the back of
y()ur w_tsher.
READTHISMANUAL
m
Inside you will find many helpfifl hints on how to use and maintain
your washer properly.Just a little preventive care on your part can
save you a great deal of time and money over the lid of your washer.
IF YOUNEEDSERVICE
CustomerService
ServiceTelephone
Numbers..........
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Warranty........................
20
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You'll find many answers to common
problems in the Before You
Carl 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
in
the ba(k se(tion. Or tall 1_()1)-361-34110.
iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALL iNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.
A WARNING! Foryoursafe
theinformationinthismanualmustbefollow
or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
WATER
HEATER
SAFETY
Under certain conditionshydrogengas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks
or 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 ju U by turning on
all hot water timcels and allotting them to mn for several minutes. Do this betore using any elecuical appliance
which 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.
PROPER
INSTALLATION
Thiswasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the InstallationInstructions before it is used. If
youdid not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling, toll-free 1-800-361-3400.
m Install o_ store where i[x_illnot be exposed to
temperam_>s below freezing or exposed to the _valher.
m I'roperly _ound washer to contorm _ilh all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation
Inslnlcdons.
YOUR
LAUNDRY
AREA
• Keep tile _uea underneafll and around your
appliances fiee of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chelnicals, etc.
• (lose supervision is necessa U iftliis appliance is used
by or near dfildren. Do not allow children to play on,
with, or inside tiffs or any odmr appliance.
WHENUSINGTHEWASHER
Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner's
Manual.
• Never readl into washer while it is moving. 'v\:_dt
until tile machine has completely stopped before
opening the lid.
• Tile laund U process can reduce the flame retardancy
of fabrics. To avoid such a resuh, carefiflly tollow tile
garment manufacturer's
wash and care instructions.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach x_dthammonia or acids
• To minimize tile possibility of elecuic shock, unplug
this appliance fiom the power supply or disconnect
the washer at the h{)usehold distribution panel by
rem{Mng the fi_se or switching off the drcuit breaker
befi)re attempting a W maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE'Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off
position does NOT(fisconnect the appliance flom
the power supply.
such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing
(fiflerent chemicals can produce a toxic gas which
may cause death.
• Do not wash or d U articles that have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or
explosive subslam_s (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline,
de_easers, dr?cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc,) which
may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to
tlle wash water. Do not use or place tllese substances
around your washer or dryer during operation.
• Never attempt to operate this appliance ifit is damaged,
malfim(doning, partially disassembled, or has missing
or broken parts, including a damaged (ord or plug.
WHENNOTIN USE
• TllI'n oJ]wa/eI" fin]eels/o relieve pressure oil hoses
and valves and to minimize leakage ifa break or
rupture sh()uld occur, Check the condition of the
fill hoses; they may need replacement
after 5 years,
• Before discarding a washer, or removing it flom
service, remove the washer lid to prevent chil(hen
fiom hiding inside.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this
appliance unless specifically recommended in this
Owner's Manual, or in published user-repair
instructions that y_)u understand and have the skills
to C:4I'I)" ()lit.
• Do not tamper with conuols.
Readandfollow thisSafetyInformationcarefully.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Findyour washer controlpanel
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel
Model GBSRI070
LOAD/CHARGE
TEMPERATURE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RINI_AGE
WARM/COLD
TIEDE/FROID
LARGE
SMALL
COLD/COLD
HOT/COLD
•
REGULAR
COTTONS
//
COTONS SOAKI(
PERMA PRESS
KNITS/TRICOTS
/
PRESS
J
/
/
DELICATE
PERMA
L,o_O,L
MEDIUM
I1
EXTRA
D
D
Model GBXRI070
LOAD/CHARGE
TEMPERATURE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RINI_AGE
SMALL
REGULAR
COTTONS
WARM/COLD
TIEDE/FROID
MEDIUM
•
EXTRA COLD/COLD
HOT/COLD
/ /
PERMA PRESS
KNITS/TRICOTS
PERMA
PRESS
/
COTONSsoAK/(
/ /
DELICATE
L,o._O,L
MEDIUM
II1
EXTRA
D
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Model GBXR2060
LOAD/CHARGE
TEMPERATURE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RIN_AGE
SMALL
REGULAR
COTTONS
WARM/COLD
TIEDE/EROID
MEDIUM
EXTRA
COLD/COLD
•
//
(_k//
LIGHT SOIL _
LEGER_
MEDIUM
El
/
PRESS
HOT/COLD
COTONS
4
[
PERMA PRESS
KNITS/TRICOTS
El
DELICATE
PERMA
EXTRA
I_
Model GKSR2080
LOADSIZE
TEMPERATURE
COTTONS
REGULAR
LARGE
_
. PERMANENT
PRESS
KNITS
WARM
COLD
SOAK
COLD
SMAL_OPER _@
HOT
(_
UGHT
SOIL
\\(
/
MEDIUM
_'-_.._
HEAVY
_
POWERWASH
El
_DELICATES
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•
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About the control settings.
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Load Size
Tile water level should just cover the clothes. A([just the load size accordingly. I x)osely load clothes
no higher than tile top row of holes in tile washer rob.
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Temperature
Sele(t the water temperature tot the wash and rinse _Tcles. Always fi)llow f:abri( manufa( mrer's (are
label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.
Ig Wash Cycle
The wash ()_cle (ontrols tile length of tile washing pro(ess. The dmrt beh)w will help you matdl the
wash 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 soakandspincycleis
completeresetthe controlto a washsetting.
POWERWASH Forheavilysoiledandheawdutyfabrics.Thiscycleprovideslongeragitation.
Findyour washer controlpanel
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel
Model GCXR2080
LOAD/CHARGE
SPEED/VITESSE
WASH/SPIN
LAVAGE/ESSORAGE
TEMPERATURE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RINI_AGE
SOAK
WARM/COLD
TIEDE/FROID
MEDIUM
DEL
NORMAL
COLD/COLD
•
PERMA PRESS
TREMPAG_,'--_KNITS/'f
HOT/COLD
REGULAR f'_COTTONS ///
RICOTS
_
/
/
I( / / )1
LIGHTSOIL _ \
/
/
LEGER
'_ \ (
/
MEDIUM _,._--_,,.,,.,_
EXTRA V
SUPER •
--0
El
PERMA
PRESS
\_
/ /
/
J
•
DELICATE
El
el
Model GJXR2080
LOAD/CHARGE
SPEED/VITESSE
WASH/SPIN
LAVAGE/ESSORAGE
TEMPERATURE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RIN_;AGE
SOAK
•
PERMA PRESS
TREM PAG_,,,,_--,_,,,,,_
EXTRA
LARGE
REGULAR ff
COTTONS /f
o_
DEL
NORMAL WARM/COLD
HOT/COLD
LARGE@
MEDIUM
v
SMALL
PETITE
COLD/COLD
FROID/FROID
El
--El
WARM/WARM
TIEDE/TIEDE
KNITS/'rRICOTS
F'_
/
/ \_
PERMA
PRESS
co oo
(( / / ))
LIGHT SOIL _h,\
/
/
LEGER
'%,\
(
/
MEDIUM _,._--_,,.,.,_
EXTRA V
SUPER •
Ig
J
/ /
J
•
DELICATE
n
Model GJSR2080
LOAD/CHARGE
SPEED/VITESSE
WASH/SPIN
LAVAGE/ESSORAGE
TEMPERATURE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RIN(_AGE
•
SOAK
EXTRA
LARGE
..
ITS/TRICOTS
REGULAR _'_
COTTONS I/
DEL
NORMAL WARM/COLD
LARGE@"
MEDIUM
COLD/COLD
FROID/FROID
SMALL
PETITE
D
PERMA
HOT/COLD
COTONS I(
--n
6
PERMA PRESS
_L
TREMPAGEf
19
WARM/WARM
TIEDE/TIEDE
/
LIGHT SOIL _h,\
/
LEGER
_(,
MEDIUM _:
EXTRA
SUPER •
IHI
PRESS
ICATE
About the control settings.
_r_ Load Size
Tile water level should just cover tile clothes. A(!just the load size accordingly.
no higher than tile top row of holes in the washer rob.
I,oosely load clothes
Wash/Spin Speed
The agitator moves clothes around fi)r a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the o_cle to release
water 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. With
Genie 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 and
lingerie. Clothes'_411 be less (hT than when using Fast spin speed.
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Temperature
Select the water temperature fi)r the wash and rinse o_cles. Always follow fabric manufacturer's
label or instru(tions when laundering. Follow tile water temperature guide on the washer lid.
D
care
Wash Cycle
Tile wash ()_cle controls the length of the washing process. Tile chart below xdll help you match tile
wash ()_cle setting xdth your clothing.
REGULARForheawto lightlysoiledcottons,household
linens,workandplayclothes.
CO'I'rONS
PERMA Foreasycareandwrinkle-resistant
items.
PRESS
KNITS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiledknits.
DELICATEForlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil.
SOAK Forheavilysoiledclothesthat needto be soakedbeforewashing.Oncethe soakandspincycleis
completeresetthe controlto a wash setting.
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Findyour washer controlpanel
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel
Model GNSR2090
LOAD/CHARGE SPEED/VITESSE
WASH/SPIN
LAVAGE/ESSORAGE
==
TEMPERATURE EXTRARINSE/RINI_AGE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RINCAGE
OPTION
•
REGULAR_
COTTONSff
w==o=
..= .
SMALL _
DEL _
NORMAL
TIEDE/FROID
CHAUD/FROID
PERMA
PRESS
SET
c=o=,,,,,
ARRETF,,,,,_,_,,,,,_ARCU
E
f_,,_'_
-T.,,,,"''",
LEGER '_\
MEDIUM _t
COLD/COL
FROID/FROID
PERMAPRESS
DM/WADM
TIEDE/I"IEDE
/
/
/ jr
J
DELICATE
J/
EXTRAp
_
15MIN 30MIN
AUTOSOAK/TREMPAGE
Model GNSR3100
LOAD/CHARGE
SPEED/VlTESSE
WASH/SPIN
LAVAGE/ESSORAGE
TEMPERATURE
EXTRA RINSE/RINI_AGE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RINCAGE
OPTION
• PERMA PRESS
_KNITS/TRICOTS
NORMAL
EXTRA
DEL
DEL
NORMAL
WARM/COLD
HOT/COLD
OFF
SET
REGULAR fF'_
COTTONS/'/
LIGHTSOIL I /
LEGER_ \
MEDIUM
COLD/COLD
FROID/FROID
SMALL
PETITE
/
/
/
/
PERMA
PRESS
) \_
/I
/
/ /
DELICATE
MEDIUM %_
L
/
/Jr
EXTRA_J
SUPER_
•
15 MIN 30 MIN
AUTOSOAK/TREMPAGE
WAR MF,,NAR
M
TILDE/TILDE
Model GWSR3090
LOAD/CHARGE SPEED/VITESSE
WASH/SPIN
LAVAGE/ESSORAGE
SUPER
EXTRA
RE.
TEMPERATURE EXTRARINSE/RINI_AGE
WASH/RINSE
LAVAGE/RIN_AGE
NORMAL
DEL
DEL
NORMALWARM/COLD
HOT/COLD
OPTION
• PERMA PRESS
_KNITS/TRICOTS
OFF
SET
SMALL
LARG@
LARGE
"IDI
8
REGULARf_'_
COTTONS//
LIGHTSOIL
| \
PETITE DE@NORMAL
MEDIUM
TIEDEIFRO_AU
COLD!COLD
FROID/FROID
El
DIFROID
ARR_AR
WARM/WARM
TIEDE/I"IEDE
Ig
zz
CUE
/
/
PERMA
PRESS
) \_
/
/ I "
LEGER _
/ /
/ /
/1_
COTONS/(
MEDIUM '_(
/
/J
EXTRA '_._,_......-'_
SUPER _
•
30 MIN
AUTO SOAK/TREMPAGE
!]
DELICATE
About the control settings.
_r_ Load Size
Tile water level should just cover tile ch)thes. A(!just the h)ad size accordingly.
no higher than tile top row of holes in the washer rob.
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I,oosely h)ad ch)thes
Wash/Spin Speed
The agitator moves ch)thes around fi)r a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the o,cle to release
water 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. With
Gentle 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 and
lingerie. 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
label or instructions when laundering. Folh)w the water temperature guide on tlle washer lid.
D
care
Wash Cycle
The wash (),cle controls tile length of the washing process. The chart beh)w will help you match the
wash o<le setting xdth your ch)thing.
REGULARForheawto lightlysoiledcottons,household
linens,workandplayclothes.
CO'I'rUNS
PERMA Foreasycareandwrinkle-resistant
items.
PRESS
KNITS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiledknits.
DELICATEForlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil.
AUTOSOAK Forheavilysoiledclothes.Beginwith a briefagitation,soaksfora specifiedperiodof time,then moves
throughthe restof thecycleautomatically.
About the optional setting.
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Extra Rinse
When you use extol detergent
or bleach to clean hemdly soiled ch)thes, you may
want to use the Extra Rinse option. This option proxddes a se(ond deep (old rinse
in the COTTONS o,(le. Turn the ExUa Rinse knob to SET.
Thewasher will pausefor a few minutesbefore the Extra Rinse optionbegins.
Findyour washer controlpanel
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
Model GKSR4110
LOAD/CHARGE
FABRICCARE/'I'ISSUS EXTRARINSE/RIN_AGE
WASH/RINSE
SIGNAL
OPTION
•
LAVAGE/RIN(_AGE
SUPER
RE.
EXTRA
I
COLORS
\
PERMA PRESS
WARM/COLD
TIEDE/FROtD
COULEUR f_
SMALL
WARM/COLD f_
co'n'ON
LARGE v
MEDIUM
_
_
_
OFF
SET
1'_
_
_
_, _MED
"_1
_.
_
ARR_ARCHE
WASH WOOLENS
LAINE LAVABLE
HOT/COLD
CHAUD/FR OlD
/
PRESS
LEGER |_
/
MEDIUM _,\
/
COTTONS_/""_
EXTRA _._
SUPER__
{
/
_
•
DELICATE
PERMA
/
AUTOSOAK/ PREW_SH_'_'_"30MIN
TREMPAGE PRE-LAVAGE SOAK!TREMPAGE
PREWASH/PRE-LAVAGE
WARM/WARM
TIEDE/TIEDE
El
LOUD COTONS //
ARRE -- FORT
L,GHTSO,L/(
/
FROID/FROID
DELICATE
.._..
COTTONS/WHITES
COTON/BLANC
IDI
OFF
_b. COLD/COLD
PET,TE
"EO'FRD'Dk
LARGE_
PERMA PRESS
KNITS/TRICOT
REGULAR
El
El
El
About the control settings.
O
Load Size
Tile water level sh(mldjust o)ver the clothes. A(!just the load size accordingly. I _oosely load clothes no higher
than the top row of holes in the washer tub.
FzFabric Care
Always follow fabfi( mamffa( turer's (are label or instcu(tions when laundering.
guide on the washer lid.
Follow the water temperature
Wash Cycle
The wash (T(le ( ontrols the length of the washing process. The chart beh)w will help you match the wash (T(le
setting with your clothing.
REGULAR
COTTONS Forheawto lightlysoiledcottons,household
linens,workandplayclothes.
PERMAPRESS Foreasycareandwrinkle-resistant
items.
KNITS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiledknits.
DELICATE Forlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil.
PREWASH Forheavilysoiledclothesor for clotheswith a carelabelthat recommends
prewashingbeforewearing.
AUTOSOAK Forheavilysoiledclothes.Beginwith a briefagitation,soaksfor a specifiedperiodof time,thenmovesthrough
the restof thecycleautomatically.
About the optional settings.
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Extra Rinse
When y()u use extra detergent or bleach to clean
heavily soiled clothes, y()u m W want to use the ExUa
Rinse option. This option pr¢)vi(Ds a second deep
cold rinse in the COTTONSCTcle.Turn the ExUa
Rinse knob to SEE
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Thewasher will pause for a few minutesbefore the Extra
Rinseoption begins.
_'_ Signal
ffthe SIGNALoption is selected, a signal will sound
just betore the end of the {Tcle. This reminds you to
rem{)ve the clothes to avoid excess x_Tinkling betore
(hTing. If you selected EXTRARINSEthe signal will
sound at the end of the _Tcle and at the end of the
EXTRARINSE.
Find your washer controlpanel
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
Model GUSR2100
LOAD
WASH/SPIN
TEMPERATURE
SPEED
COTTONS
REGULAR
LARGE
SMALL
SUPER
GENTLE
NORMAL
WARM
HOT
• PERMANENT
PRESS
LIGHT
SOlL_SEAsY_
CARE
MEDIUM //
_
HEAVYI/f--------_
AUTOSOAK/
COLD
WARM
_,_
EXTRA
CLEANING
_,_•
//•
EXTRA CLEANIN_U_0oM_AK
15 MIN
AUTO SOAK
About the control settings.
H
Load Size
The x_:Jtexlevel should just cover the clothes. A(!just tile load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher
than tile top row of holes in tile washer tub.
El Wash/Spin Speed
Tile agitator moves clothes mound for a (leaner wash; the basket spins late_ in the _T(le to _elease water from
the 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 pl W ( lothes. With Gentle wash
speed, 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.
D
Temperature
Sele( t the water temperatme ibr the wash and rinse _3,('les.Always iollow ii_bdc manuiil( turer's (are label or
instructions 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,(le
setting _ith your clothing.
COTTONSForheawto lightlysoiledcottons,household
linens,workandplayclothes.
REGULAR
EASYCARE Foreasycareandwrinl<le-resistant
items.
KNITS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiledI<nits.
DELICATESForlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil.
AUTOSOAK Forheavilysoiledclothes.Beginswith a briefagitation,soaksfor a specifiedperiodof time,thenmoves
throughtherest ofthecycleautomatically.
EXTRA Provides
a timedautosoak,extrarinseand extraspinfor 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
[_] ( heck clothing
[_ Measure
liquid chlorine
bleach
care labels ti)r spedal
liquid bleach
beiore
it reaches
into y_)ur wash h)ad.
insu_ucfions.
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 bleach
dispenser. Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to (_se powdered
bleach,
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.
The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model)
Theagitatorcapfits into tile top of tim
agitator. If it accidentally comes oil simply
put it back on.
['j] Add water to dispenser undl it reaches
the maximum fill line.
Thefabricsoftenerdispensermnomadcally
releases liquid fabxi( softener at tlle proper
time during the ()_de.
Do not stop the washer during the first spin,
This will cause the dispenser to empty
too soon.
Touse, follow these steps:
Donot pour anythflTginto flTeagitator if
flTeagitator cap or dispenser is removed.
[-_ Make sure dispenser is securely aua( hed
to agitator.
•
['_U se only liquid fabric softener. Pour
into dis[)enser, using amount
recommended on package.
Never pour fabric softenerdirectly on
clothes. It may stain them.
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 on
tile inside of the cup xdth )our fingers. Dispenser cup (rill pop fiee flom the cover.
['_To
clean tile dispenser,
following solution:
•
•
•
Separate for cleaning.
soak both the dispenser
cup and tile dispenser
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.
bi_ush; VOtllIlav roughen tile suF/a(e of the dispenser.
[_
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Rinse and reasselnble
cover in tim
dispenser.
Place dispenser
Do not use a stiff
back on the agitator.
Loadingand usingthe washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
SortingWashLoads
Colors
Soil
Fabric
Lint
Whites
Heavy
Delicates
Lint Producers
Lights
Normal
Easy Care
Lint Collectors
Darks
Light
Sturdy Cottons
ProperUseof Detergent
Add detergent and stmt the washer betbre adding
clothes so that the demrgent can work effectively.
Follow the detergent package directions. Using mo
little or too nmch cDtergent is a common cm_se of
lmmd U problems.
You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a
smaller load, or a lightly soiled load.
Loadingthe Washer
I,oad dry items loosely, no higher than the top
row of holes in the washer tub. When loading wet
itelns make sure you set the load/water level high
enough to allow the items to move fleely. Water
level shouldjust cover the clothes. To acid items
after washer has started, push in Cycle Dial and
submerge 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 Washer
WashBasket:I,eave the lid open after washing to
allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the
basket use a clean soft cloth dmnpened with liquid
detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or grit|y
cleaners.)
Exterior:hnmediately wipe offany spills. Wipe with
damp ( loth. TU not to hit SUlt_x(exdth sharp
obje(ts.
MovingandStorage:Askthe sex_-icetechnidan to
rein(we wa|er flom drain pump and hoses. Do
not store the washer where it will be exposed to
the weather. Fox intixxmadon on h(xwto keep
the tub stationaxy when rex)ring the washer x_Tite
to: Manager, Consumer Relations, Cmnco Inc.,
1 Facto U I.ane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3.
Fill Hoses:Hoses connecting washer to fm]cet
shouM be repla( ed m,eU 5 years.
LintFilter:The lint fiher is located under tile
agitator. It is self-(leaning and requires no
maintenan(e.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut ()fiat
fau(ets. 1)x_finall water fiom hoses ifweaflmr will
be 1)elow fieezing.
FabricCareLabels
Below are tid)ri( (are label "syml)ols" that afle(t the (lothing you _dll be laundering.
WASH LABELS
wash
_
cycle
Normal
Water
p........... t Press/
wrinkle resistant
• •
temperature
Gentle"_/
delicate
•
• •
Hot
Do not wring
•
w.....
(50' C/120' F)
Do not wash
Hand wash
Co,d/ooo,
(40'C/105 F)
(30 C/85"F)
DRY LABELS
FOqFOqrOq
dry
Dry
.o,,
Normal
®
setting
High
Permanent Press/
wrinkle resistant
Gentle/
delicate
Do not tumble dry
® •
Medium
Low
Line dry/
hang to dry
Drip dry
No heat/air
Dry flat
BLEACH LABELS
symbols
An_ bleactl
(when needed)
/4
Only .......
Do not dry
(used with
do not wash)
hlorine bleach
(when needed)
Do not bleach
In the shade
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.
Washerwon't operate
Possible Causes
What To Do
Washer
• Make sure cord is phlgged
Water
is unplugged
supply is turned off
Controls
are not set
Lid is open
Water temperature
is
outlet.
out/o
is pulled
out
O/Vposifion,
tripped/blown
• Check house
reset breaker,
Control is not set properly
• Check water temperature
Water supply is turned off
or improperly connected
• Turn both hot and cold fmlcets fillly on and make sure
hoses are connected to correct finlcets.
Water valve screens
stopped
House
water heater
conuol and adjust.
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 the
machine. Reconnect the hoses and mrn the water
back oil.
TUI'U
is
Make sure house water heater is delivering water
at 120°F.- 140 °F. (48 ° (.-60 ° (.).
Drain hose is kinked or
improperly
drcuit breakers/filses.
Replace filses or
x,,\_lsher should have sepmate outlet,
are
up
not set properly
Water won't drain
and make sure Cycle knob
• (;lose lid and pull Cycle knob
Circuit breaker/fuse
imo a working
• Turn both hot and cold fmlcets fillly on.
• Check controls
to ONposifion,
properly
securely
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
improperly connected
• Make sure hose connections are fight at finlcets and
make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in
and secured to &ain fildlity.
Household drain may
be clogged
• Check household
to call a plumber.
Constant water pressure
to the fiUhoses at the
water source
• Tighteu hoses at tile finlcets aud turu tile water off
after each use.
• Check condition of tile fill hoses; they may need
replacement
plumbing. You may need
after 5 years.
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Before you call for service...
Lint or residue
clothes
on
Possible Causes
What ToDo
Incorrect
sorting
• Separ_tte lint producers
Washing
too long
• Wash small loads ti)x ,t shorter
Detergent
not dissolving
• Add detergent
load (htthes.
from lint collectors.
lime thin11,u'ger
loads.
as wash b:tsket tills with water, beti)re
you
• Tly _tliquid detergent.
•
Overloading
Use
XN_ll'lUel"
• I,oad clothes
w:tsher rob.
XA'_l[el"
[elllpel'?l[Ul'e.
no higher
than
• Make sure load size selector
Colored spots
mat(hes
(htthes
load size.
Incorrect
softener
use of fabric
• Check thbric sotiener p,tckage
directions fitr using dispenser.
ti)r instructions
:rod ti)llow
Incorrect
softener
use of fabric
• Check thbric sotiener p,tcl_tge
directions ti)r using dispenser.
titr instructions
and follow
• l'retreat
Wrinkling
the top row of holes in the
st;tin mid rewash.
Dye transfer
• Sort whites or lighdy colored
Improper
• Avoid mixing hea',y items (like work clothes)
items (like bh)uses).
sorting
items tiom
dark colors.
with light
• TIt" a lid)tic softener.
Overloading
or
incorrect water level
• I _oad your w;tsher so ('htthes h,tve enough
fieely.
Incorrect wash and
dry cycles
• Match Cycle selection to the type of fhl)ri(" you ,tre washing
(especially fi)r e_tsy (are loads).
Repeated
washing in
water that is too hot
• Wash in w_u'm or ('old water with plenty
Type of detergent
• Switch to :l lower sudsing
instructions
on p_l(l_tge.
Very soft water
• TIt- less detergent.
Snags, holes, tears, rips
Pins, snaps,
• F;tsten sn,tps, hooks, buttons,
or excessive
buttons, belt buckles,
zippers, and sharp objects
left in pockets
Too many suds
wear
hooks, sharp
• Remove
buttons.
• Turn
Undiluted
chlorine
bleach
detexgent
room
to move
of detergent.
br,tnd
mad tbllow
mad zippers.
loose items like pins, objects
in pockets
mid sharp
knits (which sn;tg easily) inside out.
• Check ble:lch
package
instructions
titr proper
amount.
• Never add undiluted
bleach to w:tsh or ;tllow (lothes
come in contact xdth undiluted
1)lea(h.
Chemicals
like hair bleach
or dye, permanent
solution
1C
wave
• Rinse items th;tt may h_lve chemicals
washing.
on them befiwe
to
Possible Causes
Pilling
Result
of normal wear on
poly-cotton blends
fuzzy fabrics
Grayed or yellowed
clothes
What ToDo
and
° While this is not cruised by tile washer, you can slow tile
pilling process by washing gmmen/s inside out.
Not enough detergent
° Use more detergent
Hard water
• Use a water conditioner
a w; ilel
Washer is noisy
(especially xddl lmger loads).
like Calgon brand or ins/all
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
dissolving
• Add detergent as wash basket fills xddl water betbre you
load clothes.
Dye transfer
• Sort clothes by color. Iftitbfic label stales wash soparatolv,
unstable dyes may be indicated.
Washer is uneven
° Make sure washer is level and firln to tile floor.
Washer load is
unbalanced
° Push the Cycle knob in to stop the washer, open the lid
and re_fistfibute the load evenly. (',lose the lid and restmt.
Washerpausesin cycle
The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
Clothestoo wet
Incorrect cycle selected
° Make sure the {ycle selected inatches the load you ave
washing.
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ServiceTelephoneNumbers.
Questions?
If you have any questions about
Manager, ( onsumer Relations,
your appliance,
write to:
(amco
Inc., 1 Factot)_ I,ane,
Suite 310, Men(ton,
N.F,., E1C 9M3.
Or call, 1-800-361-3400.
In-HomeRepairService1-soo-z_1-3_o
Expert repair servi( e is only a phone (all away.
ServiceContracts1-soo-_1-3_z_
] in'(
Base
a (_}/tll(o
substantial dis(ount.
seiN_l(e
uontia([
'while
yoin"w_lIIanty
1s still
in
e]_][e([
and
yell
ll ie(elve
a
(am(o will still be there after your warranty expires.
PartsandAccessories
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly
to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Diso)ver cmds me accepted).
Instructionscontainedin thismanualcoverprocedurestoheperformedbyanyuser.Otherservicing
generallyshouldbe referredtoqualifiedservicepersonnel.Cautionmustbe exercised,since
improperservicingmaycauseunsafeoperation.
Pleaseconsultyouryellow pagesforyourlocalCamconumber.
ServiceSatisfaction
If you 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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Notes
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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.
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We Will Replace:
One Year
From the date of the
originalpurchase
Anypart of the w;isher whidl fifils due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full
one-yearwarranty,we _dll also provide, free ofcharge,all labor and in-home sex_iceto replace the
defecdve part.
Five Years
From the date of the
origina!purchase
Thesuspensi_nr_d and spri_g assem_y_if _ny _f these P_`ts sh_uld f_dldue t_ a defect in mat erials
or worhnanship. We _dll also repla(e tile washerlid and coverifthey should rest under normal
operating
conditions.
During
this additionalfour-yearlimited warran_ you xdll be responsible for any
lal)or or in-home sex_dce cos[s.
•
•
Ten Yeats
From the date ofthe
originalpurchase
Thetransmission,
washerbasketand washertub,if any of these p;uts should fhil due to a defect in
materials or worhnanship. During rids additionalnine-yearlimitedwarranty,you _6ll be responsible
fbr any labor or in-home service costs.
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
Read your Owner'sManual. ]fyot]
about
operating
OI" OUI" ConsullleI"
the product,
Affairs
then have any questions
please
(onta(t
your
dealer
office at the address beh)w.
Manager, ( onsumer Relations
Camco Inc.
1 Factor T Lane, Suite 310
Moncton, N.B.
E1C 9M3
• hnproper
installation.
If you have an installation prol)lem, contact your
dealer or installer. You are responsible for pr(Mding
adequate electrical, exhausting and other connecting
facilities.
• Replacement
breakers.
of house fl_ses or resetting
• Failure of the product if it is misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used
commercially.
• Damage to produ( t caused by acddent,
a(ts of (;od.
WARRANTOR
IS NOT
RESI ) ONSIBLE
V_arrantor.
2O
of circuit
FOR CONSEQU
CAMCO IN(;.
[ ENTIAL
[ AMA(,ES.
fire, floods or