GE Spacemaker WSLS1100H Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions page 19

OPERATION
Washer pauses during
wash cycle
Washer pauses during
spin cycle
Washer won't operate
PERFORMANCE
Colored spots
Grayed or yellowed
clothes
Lint or residue on
clothes
Pilling
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
This is normal
Washer is unplugged
Water supply is turned off
Controls are not set properly
Lid is open
Circuit breaker/fuse is
tripped/blown
Washer has not been
turned on
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Dye transfer
Not enough detergent
Hard water
Water is not hot enough
Washer is overloaded
Dye transfer
Clothes are air or line dried
Incorrect sorting
Washing too long
Overloading
Incorrect use of fabric softener
Result of normal wear on
poly-cotton blends and
fuzzy fabrics
WHAT TO DO
• The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
soapy water more efficiently.
• Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.
• Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
• Make sure all selections have been made.
• Close lid and press START/PAUSE.
• Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet.
• Press the POWER ON/OFF button.
WHAT TO DO
• Check fabric softener package for instructions and
follow directions for using dispenser.
• Pretreat stain and rewash.
• Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
• Use more detergent (especially with larger loads).
Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer's directions.
• Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install
a water softener.
• Make sure water heater is delivering water at
120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
• Select load size to match clothes load.
• Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately,
unstable dyes may be indicated.
• If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer,
your clothes may retain more lint.
• Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
• Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads.
• Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the
washer basket.
• Make sure load size selected matches clothes load size.
• Check fabric softener package for instructions and
follow directions for using dispenser.
• While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the
pilling process by washing garments inside out.
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