GE WPSB8060 Owner'S Manual Download Page 9

Consumer Support

Troubleshooting T

ips

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

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CUSTOM CYCLE 

(on some models)

Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one-touch recall.

These custom settings cannot be set while a cycle is in progress.

Some models have two 

CUSTOM

pads to store two different custom combinations.

To store a custom combination of settings:

1. Select a 

O

NE

T

OUCH

setting.

2. Change 

LOAD SIZE, SOIL LEVEL, TEMPERATURE, WASH SPEED 

or

SPIN SPEED 

to fit 

your needs. 

3. Select any 

OPTIONS

you want.

4.  Press and hold the

CUSTOM CYCLE

pad until the washer beeps to store your selection.

To recall your stored combination:

Press the 

CUSTOM CYCLE

pad, then press 

START

.

NOTE: DELAY 1-8 HRS.

cannot be used in custom settings.

To reprogram the custom settings:

Repeat steps 1–4 above.

DRAIN & SPIN

DRAIN & SPIN

any cycle at any time.

D

RAIN

& SPIN

C

USTOM

C

USTOM

PRESS 3 SEC TO STORE

1

2

Summary of Contents for WPSB8060

Page 1: ...tures 11 Variable Speed Motor 8 Washer Features 12 Troubleshooting Tips 15 18 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 19 GEAppliances com Washers 175D1807P388 49 90125 12 01 JR WPSB8060 WPSB9080 WPSB9120 Owner s Manual Profile Write the model and serial numbers here Model ______________ Serial ______________ You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of your washer ...

Page 2: ... If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This simple procedure will allow any built up hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flam...

Page 3: ...ions To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning NOTE Pressing START or STOP does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged...

Page 4: ...ion and your LOAD SIZE SOIL LEVEL WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE and WASH SPIN SPEED are automatically set Then all you have to do is press START Easy ONE TOUCH cycles You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel Washer control panel for Model WPSB8060 Add detergent Add diluted fabric softener on models with a fabric softener dispenser Add clothes Select wash cycle Check load ...

Page 5: ... the automatic settings simply by pressing the desired pads Changing the automatic settings For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes For non colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer For knits wrinkle free and permanent press items For lingerie and items labeled hand washable with light soils Provides periods of a...

Page 6: ... LEVEL WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE WASH SPEED and SPIN SPEED are automatically set Then all you have to do is press START Easy ONE TOUCH cycles You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel Washer control panel for Models WPSB9080 and WPSB9120 Add detergent Add diluted fabric softener on models with a fabric softener dispenser Add clothes Select wash cycle Check load size se...

Page 7: ...SH RINSE Changing the automatic settings For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes For non colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer For knits wrinkle free and permanent press items Deluxe Hand Wash on some models uses an extra slow speed agitation to clean your lingerie and hand washable items Ultra Hand Wash on s...

Page 8: ...OAK pad then press the START pad Starts with three minutes of agitation then 12 minutes of soaking followed by the selected wash cycle Uses the speed and water temperature of your selected wash cycle To presoak a load without going straight into a wash cycle Press the PRESOAK pad The washer will fill You may change the automatic settings if desired Three minutes of agitation is followed by up to 2...

Page 9: ...s To store a custom combination of settings 1 Select a ONE TOUCH setting 2 Change LOAD SIZE SOIL LEVEL TEMPERATURE WASH SPEED or SPIN SPEED to fit your needs 3 Select any OPTIONS you want 4 Press and hold the CUSTOM CYCLE pad until the washer beeps to store your selection To recall your stored combination Press the CUSTOM CYCLE pad then press START NOTE DELAY 1 8 HRS cannot be used in custom setti...

Page 10: ...timer learns the amount of time it takes to fill your washer and adjusts the total time accordingly NOTE If PRESOAK is selected and a follow up wash cycle is not chosen two dashes will come up in the display EST TIME REMAINING Spot Spray Provides a short spray of water to allow you to dampen clothing when you pretreat stains Open the washer lid Press the SPOT SPRAY button You will see a short stre...

Page 11: ...in the Est Time Remaining display Appearance may vary About other features Cycle Status Indicator Lights The cycle status indicator lights display what part of the cycle the washer is in PerfecTemp Plus PerfecTemp Plus senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the temperature of the fill water The lid must be closed for PerfecTemp Plus to work If your water is too cold detergent will not d...

Page 12: ...Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover To clean the dispenser soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution 1 US gallon 3 8 liters warm water 1 4 cup 60 ml heavy duty liquid detergent 1 cup 240 ml bleach If necessary loosen build up with a clean soft cloth after soaking Do not use a stiff brush you may roughen the surface of the dispenser Rinse and reassemble di...

Page 13: ...e to carefully read and follow manufacturer s recommendations for how much detergent to use in your wash You can use less detergent if you have soft water a smaller load or a lightly soiled load Proper Use of Detergent Load dry items loosely no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket When loading wet items make sure you set the load water level high enough to allow the items to move ...

Page 14: ...se a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent then rinse Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners Fill Hoses Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every 5 years Lint Filter The lint filter is located under the agitator It is self cleaning and requires no maintenance Exterior Immediately wipe off any spills Wipe with damp cloth Try not to hit surface with sharp objects Moving and S...

Page 15: ...ryer your clothes clothes may retain more lint Incorrect sorting Separate lint producers from lint collectors Washing too long Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads Detergent not dissolving Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before you load clothes Try a liquid detergent Use warmer water temperature Overloading Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the wash...

Page 16: ... Incorrect wash and Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric you are dry cycles washing especially for easy care loads Repeated washing in Wash in warm or cold water water that is too hot Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 16 OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Washer pauses in cycle The HAND WASH or CASUALS This is normal The washer alternates bet...

Page 17: ...urn off the water source and disconnect water fill stopped up hoses from the upper back of the washer Use a brush or toothpick to clean the screens in the machine Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on House water heater is Make sure house water heater is delivering water not set properly at 120 F 140 F 48 C 60 C PerfecTemp Plus feature The lid must be closed for PerfecTemp Plus to work wa...

Page 18: ...hipping rod from washer pull yellow tag and in unit attached rod from the bottom right hand side of washer Washer is sitting too close Pull washer away from the wall about 4 11 cm to wall causes knocking is needed during cycle PerfecTemp Plus feature This is normal PerfecTemp Plus turns water valves off is being used and on to adjust water temperature OTHER Possible Causes What To Do Labels on the...

Page 19: ... your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty One Year Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and related service costs original purchase to replace the defective part Second Year Any part of the washer...

Page 20: ...tended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent dire...

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