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For The Period Of:

We Will Replace:

One Year

Any part

of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this 

From the date of the

limited one-year warranty,

we will also provide, 

free of charge,

all labor and related service costs to

original purchase

replace the defective part. 

15

Consumer Support

Tr

oubleshooting T

ips

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is
located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to
bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or
your state’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, fire, floods 
or acts of God.

Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.

Damage caused after delivery.

Product not accessible to provide required service.

Staple your receipt here. 

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, 
or an authorized Customer Care

®

technician. To schedule service,

on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at 

www.Hotpoint.com

, or call

800.GE.CARES

(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and

model number available when calling for service.

Hotpoint Washer Warranty.

What Is Not Covered:

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

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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