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Congratulations! YouAre Now Part of the GEFamily. Welcome to fire GE f_tmily. We're proud of our quality products and we are commitmd to providing dependable se_Tice. You'll see it in this easy-to-use Owner' s M mmal and you'll hem il in the fliendly voices of our customer se_qce departmenl.
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Safety Information ..GE& You, A Service Partnership_ Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tefl you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourseff in just a few minutes? This Owner's Manual can tell you how.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING. A WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATEt? HEA TEt? SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more.
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PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling us toll-free at the GEAnswer Center_ 800.626.2000. Inslall or sit)re where it x_ll nol Properly ground washer 1o...
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS. READALL INFORMATIONBEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual WHEN USING THE WASHER Never reach into washer while The laun&y process can it is m(Mng. Wait: until tim reduce tim flmne relardancy of fabrics.
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REMEMBER... Your continued health and safety are important to us. Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully. We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our GE family. SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS...
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About the washer control panel iiiiiiii_iiiilliHH You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel Model WKSR2100T • PERMANENT PRESS LOAD SIZE WASH/SPIN TEMPERATURE SPEED COTTONS WARM REGULAR LARGE GENTLE NORMAL COLD COLD HOT AUTO SOAK/ Model WKXR2100T •...
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ControlSettings Load Size The waler level should just cover lhe clothes. A(!jusl the load size accordingly. Loosely load clolhes no higher lhan tim lop row of holes in lhe washer lub. Wash/Spin Speed The agilalor moves clolhes around for a cleaner wash; lhe basket spins later in lhe cycle l,) release waler flom lhe load.
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About the washer features. iiiiiiNiiilliHH NOTE."Not all features are available on all washer models. Liquid Bleach Dispenser (on some models) The dispenser dilutes liquid chlonne 1)leach before it reaches into your wash load. Check clothing, care labels tar special insmmfions. Measure liquid 1)leach careflllly, fi)llowing insu-ucfions on the bottle.
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Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model) Theagitatorcapfits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally simply put it back on. colnes ()tt_ The fabric so#ener dispenser automatically releases liquid tabdc softener at the proper lime dining the cycle. Touse, follow these steps: Make _sure dispenser_ _ is_securely, attached...
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About the washer features. iiiiiiii iiiilliHH NOTE."Not aft features are available on all washer models. Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models) Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator. _{ Separale the dispenser cup fiom ll_e cover 1)}7 gTasping lhe lop and pushing doom on the inside of lhe cup x_ilh your fingers.
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Loadingand using your washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. SortingWashLoads Colors Whites Lights Darks Soil Heaw Normal Eight Fabric De!icates EasyCare Sturdy Cottons Lint Lint Producers Lint Collectors S¸C%_ ProperUseof Detergent Always add detergent before adding cloflms so that tim detergent can _rk effectively.
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Movingand Storage:Askthe service lechnician to remove water flom drain pump and hoses. Do not store lhe washer where it xdll be exposed to the weather. Call the GE Answer Center_ 800.626.2000 for information on how to keep the mb stafionm)- when moving the washer.
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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. What ToDo Possible Causes Washer won't operate Washer is unplugged Make sure cord is plugged securely into a _x)rking outlet.
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iii)XOXiillii iiHii iiiHl Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips What To Do Possible Causes i i!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiH Water won't drain Drain hose is kinked Suaighlen drain hose and make sure washer is nol improperly connected silting on it. Top of drain oullel should be less lhan 8 ft.
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Possible Causes What To Do Lintor residueonclothes Incorrect sorting Separate lint producers flom lint collectors. Wash small loads fbr a Washing too long shorter lime than larger loads. ii ii Add demrgent aswash Detergent not dissolving basket fills x_lh wamr, before you load clothes.
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iiiiXOXiillii iiHii iiiHl Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips What ToDo Possible Causes i i!iiiiiii:iiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiH Wrinkling Improper sorting Avoid mixing heas T items (like _xnk clothes) _Sfla light items (like blouses). T1)"a fabric softener. Overloading Load your washer so incorrect water level clolhes have enough room to move fleely.
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What ToDo Possible Causes Result of normal wear on Pilling While tiffs is not caused by the washer, you can slow poly-cotton blends and the pilling process by fuzzy fabrics washing garments inside Ol11. ii ii Grayedor yellowed l Jse more detergent Not enough detergent clothes...
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Anypart of the washer which fails due lo a defect Fromthe date of the During this full one-year in materials or _)rkmanship. original purchase warranty, GE _dl] also provide, freeof charge, a ll labor and in-home sel_@e to replace the defective part. Five Yeats Thetransmission,suspensionrodandspring assembly, ii ii...
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Service TelephoneNumbers. GEAnswer Center _ 800.626.2000 The GE Answer Center ® is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. In-HomeRepairService800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special N eedsService 800.626.2000 TDD 800-TDD-GEAC(800-833-4322) (;E offers, flee of charge, Braille controls for a variety of (;E appliances and a brochure u) assist in planning a barrie>flee...
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