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Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Consumer Support

Tr

oubleshooting T

ips

PERFORMANCE (cont.)

Possible Causes

What To Do

Pilling

Result of normal wear on

While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the 

poly-cotton blends and

pilling process by washing garments inside out.

fuzzy fabrics

Snags, holes, tears, rips

Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp

Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers.

or excessive wear

buttons, belt buckles,

Remove loose items like pins, objects in pockets

zippers and sharp objects

and sharp buttons.

left in pockets

Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out.

Undiluted chlorine bleach

Check bleach package instructions for proper amount.

Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes 
to come in contact with undiluted bleach.

Chemicals like hair bleach or

Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before

dye, permanent wave solution

washing.

Wrinkling

Improper sorting

Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with 
light items (like blouses).

Try a fabric softener.

Overloading or incorrect 

Load your washer so clothes have enough room to 

water level

move freely with water covering all of the clothes.

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

NOISE

Possible Causes

What To Do

Washer is noisy

Washer is uneven

To level the front of the washer, adjust the front leveling 
legs by rotating the individual leg in the proper direction 
for up or down. To level back of washer, lift back of 
machine 4

(11 cm) and set down.

Washer load is unbalanced

Push the Cycle knob in to stop the washer, open the lid 
and redistribute the load evenly. Close the lid and restart.

Shipping rod is still assembled 

To remove shipping 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)

OTHER

Possible Causes

What To Do

Labels on the exterior 

Occasionally the adhesive

Use a hair dryer set at the lowest heat setting, directing 

of the washer will not 

used on the labels does 

the air at the label for a short amount of time. This will 

peel off cleanly

not release cleanly

release the adhesive easily, without damaging the surface 
of the washer.

Before you call for service…

Summary of Contents for VBSR3100

Page 1: ... Control Panels 3 5 Control Settings 4 6 Features 7 Loading and Using the Washer 8 9 Troubleshooting Tips 10 12 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 13 14 Warranty 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model ________________________ Serial __________________________ You can find them behind the control panel on the back of your washer ...

Page 2: ...his or any other appliance WHEN USING THE WASHER Never reach into washer while it is moving Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which may cause death Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spot...

Page 3: ...es Select load size and other wash options Select wash cycle Close lid Pull knob You can locate your model number on the back of your washer behind the control panel Quick Start Guide About the washer control panel models VVSR1070 VBXR1090 VBSR3100 VLXR1020 VVSR1030 www Hotpoint com Model VBXR1090 Model VBSR3100 ...

Page 4: ...e controls the length of the washing process The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes WRINKLE FREE For easy care wrinkle free and permanent press items KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits DELICATES For lingerie and special care fabrics with light to normal soil Abo...

Page 5: ...bric softener dispenser Add clothes Select load size and other wash options Select wash cycle Close lid Pull knob You can locate your model number on the back of your washer behind the control panel Quick Start Guide About the washer control panel model VWSR4150 www Hotpoint com ...

Page 6: ...al items Use it to remove more water from your clothes to allow them to dry faster in the dryer The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie When using Slow spin speed clothes will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing COTT...

Page 7: ... 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 dispenser Place dispenser bac...

Page 8: ...ou can use less detergent if you have soft water a smaller load or a lightly soiled load Loading the Washer 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 freely Water level should just cover the clothes To add items after washer has started push in Cycle knob and s...

Page 9: ... to evaporate If you want to clean the basket use 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 Exterior Immediately wipe off any spills Wipe with damp cloth Try not to hit surface with sharp objects Moving and Storage Ask the service technician to remove water from drai...

Page 10: ...ry detergents have been formulated to work seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash efficiency performance Control is not set properly Check water temperature control on some models or Cycle knob and adjust Water supply is turned off Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct fauc...

Page 11: ...specially with larger loads clothes Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer s directions Hard water Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install a water softener Water is not hot enough Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120 F 140 F 48 C 60 C Washer is overloaded Select load size to match clothes load Detergent is not dissolving Add detergent as wash basket fills with water bef...

Page 12: ...th water covering all of the clothes 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 NOISE Possible Causes What To Do Washer is noisy Washer is uneven To level the front of the washer adjust the front leveling legs by rotating the individual leg in the prope...

Page 13: ...otection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all y...

Page 14: ...re Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It will...

Page 15: ...te s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Improper installation delivery or maintenance Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident f...

Page 16: ...nts 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 Hotpoint Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories www Hotpoint com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and ...

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