GE SH208 Owner's Manual page 18

Before you call for service...
OPERATION
Washer pauses in cycle
Washer won't operate
Washer won't spin
NOISE
Washer is noisy
PERFORMANCE
Lint or residue on
clothes
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Possible Causes
The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
Washer is unplugged
Water supply is turned off
Controls are not set
properly
Door is open
Dispenser drawer is open
Circuit breaker/fuse is
tripped/blown
Motor is overheated
Washer door open
Dispenser drawer open
Load is too small
Possible Causes
Washer is uneven
Washer load is unbalanced
High pitch jet engine sound
Squealing sound or hot
rubber odor
Shipping bolts and foam block
have not been removed
Washer is overloaded,
causing squealing sound or
hot rubber odor
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
• Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.
• Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
• Check controls and make sure Cycle knob is pulled out.
• Close door and pull Cycle knob out.
• Close drawer.
• Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet.
• 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).
• Make sure door is closed.
• Close drawer.
• Add one or two similar items to help balance the load.
What To Do
• Make sure washer is level and rests firmly on the floor.
• Push the Cycle knob in to stop the washer, open the
door and redistribute the load evenly. Close the door
and restart.
• This is normal during the spin cycle.
• Washer is overloaded. Stop washer and reduce load.
• See Installation Instructions for directions to remove
shipping bolts and foam block.
• Stop washer and reduce load size.
• Check drum for foreign objects. Turn items with
metal fasteners inside out. Call authorized servicer to
inspect pump.
What To Do
• Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
• Excess wash time may create lint.
• 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.