GE GCVH6260 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions page 19

OPERATION
Washer pauses in cycle
Washer won't operate
Washer won't spin
NOISE
Washer is noisy
PERFORMANCE
Lint or residue on
clothes
Possible Causes
The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
Washer is executing initial
entrapment check
Washer is unplugged
Water supply is turned off
Circuit breaker/fuse is
tripped/blown
Controls are not set properly
Door is open
Door is locked
Door is open
Motor is overheated
Washer load is unbalanced
Possible Causes
Washer is not level
Washer load is unbalanced
Squealing sound or hot
rubber odor
Shipping bolts and foam block
have not been removed
Rattling and clanking caused
by foreign objects in tub
or pump or metal fasteners
hitting tub
Possible Causes
Incorrect sorting
Washing too long
Detergent not dissolving
Overloading
Incorrect use of fabric softener
What To Do
• The washer executes a check every time the washer is
started. Washer locks, rocks basket, and then unlocks for
ten seconds to ensure safe operation.
• Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.
• Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
• Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet.
• Hold START/PAUSE button to start cycle.
• Close door and press START/PAUSE.
• If door is locked with START/PAUSE blinking, press
START/PAUSE two times to unlock the door.
• Make sure door is closed.
• Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. It will
automatically restart after a cool down period of up to
30 minutes (if washer has not been manually turned off).
• Washer has detected excessive unbalance and will
automatically attempt to rebalance load.
What To Do
• Make sure washer is level and rests firmly on the floor.
• Press START/PAUSE to stop the washer, open the
door and redistribute the load evenly. Close the door
and restart.
• Washer is overloaded. Stop washer and reduce load.
• See Installation Instructions for directions to remove
shipping bolts and foam block.
• Check drum for foreign objects. Turn items with
metal fasteners inside out.
What To Do
• Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
• Select a lower soil level.
• Try a liquid detergent.
• Use warmer water temperature.
• Wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely added items.
• Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow
directions for using dispenser.
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