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PROBLEM
W&~ERLEAKS
'WASHER IS NOISY
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WASHER
PAUSES
IN
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POSSIBLE
CAUSE ANDREMEDY
* Makesurehose
connectionsare tight at faucets.
~ Make sure end of drain hose is correctly insetied in and secured to drain facility.
~ Make sure washer is leveland firm to the floor with rubber footpads in place and
frontjam nuts tight. See the InstallationInstructions.
~ A sharp, distinctivesound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor
stops and the spin brake inside the transmission"locks in~'This sound is normal.
~ Heavily"unbalancedloads can cause the washer to vibrate excessivelyduring spin,
and may cause it"tomovefrom its original position. In extreme cases (usuallyoccurs
when washinga 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 redistributethe load evenly about the wash basket. C~ose
the lid and restart.
* Washernormally pauses between washing steps . . .such as between wash and spin or
between spin and rinse.
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Ifyou
need
more
h elp
. . .ca119 t o~lfree: GE Answer Centen-@ / 800.626.2000/ consumer information service
care
and
cleaning
USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
The tub. The porcelain is
self-cleaning. Leave lid open after
wdshingto allow Inoistureto
evaporare.Do not use harsh
or gritty cleansers.
The exterior. Wipe off any spills of
washing compounds. Wipe or dust
with damp cloth. Try not to hit
surface with sharp objects.
To store washer:
Ask service technician to remove
water from drain pump and hoses
to prevent freezing,
Do not store the washer where it
will be exposed to the weather.
For IoIlg Vacations:
Be sure water supply is shut off at
f;lucetsand drain ail water from
hoses if weather wili be below
i-rccz ing.
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with grease
or
petroleunl
jelly.
The Aetivator"
agitator.
Remove
at regular intervals—about4 to 6
months—and remove any lint that
may have accumulated. No tools
are needed, simply grasp agitator
with both hands and pull straight
Upsharply. The slotted section at
the top of the metal shaft has a light
coating of lubricant to prevent parts
from sticking together. If this area
appearsto be dry,applya lightcoat
of greaseor petrole~~m j elly around
{heslottect s ectionof the shaft
before replocing the agita[or. Do
120t
o vergrease.
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When replacing the agitator,
carefully lower straight down onto
the shaft so that it fits into the slots.
Then apply downward pressure
until agitator snaps into its normal
position.
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How
to
remove limestone
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deposits
from
clogged
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160"F.(71"C.) solution of half
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vinegar and half water for 15
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pan with a stiff bristle brush while
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flushing with running water.
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~ Do not soak in porcelain
container. Viilegar can damage
porcelain.
QDo not exceed 180'F. (82 "C.)
or filter pan may
warp.
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