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RCA YVXR1040 Owner'S Manual Download Page 5

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Customer Service

Troubleshooting T

ips

Operating Instructions

Safety Information

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
GE Answer Center

®

, 800.626.2000.

PROPER INSTALLATION

■

Install or store where it will not

be exposed to temperatures
below freezing or exposed to
the weather.

■

Properly ground washer to

conform with all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow
details in Installation
Instructions.

■

Keep the area underneath

and around your appliances
free of combustible materials
such as lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc.

■

Close supervision is necessary

if this appliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow
children to play on, with, or
inside this or any other
appliance.

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

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Summary of Contents for YVXR1040

Page 1: ...YVXR1040 Part No 175D1807P219 Pub No 79 9064 Washers Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ... will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying RCA We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home Important Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty Write the mo...

Page 3: ...l you how You ll find many answers to common problems here If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all Review the Section on Troubleshooting Tips If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section If You Need Service Customer Service Troublesho...

Page 4: ... may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE 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 w...

Page 5: ...2000 PROPER INSTALLATION Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather Properly ground washer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc Close supervision is necessary if ...

Page 6: ...vents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result carefully follow the garment manufacturer s wash and care instructions To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance ...

Page 7: ... service remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this Owner s Manual or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out Do not tamper with controls WHEN NOT IN USE REMEMBER Your continued health and safety are important to us Please read ...

Page 8: ... size accordingly Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub Wash Cycle Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label or instructions when laundering Follow the water temperature guide on washer lid The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process The chart below will help you match the wash cycle ...

Page 9: ...off simply put it back on The fabric softener dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle To use follow these steps Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator Use only liquid fabric softener Pour into dispenser using amount recommended on package Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line Do not stop the washer during the...

Page 10: ...own on the inside of the cup with your fingers Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover To clean 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 surfa...

Page 11: ...sher Load dry items loosely no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub 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 submerge additional items next to the agitator Close the lid and pull Cycle knob out to restart Do not wrap...

Page 12: ...d be replaced every 5 years Lint Filter It is self cleaning requires no maintenance and is located under the agitator 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 drain pump and hoses Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Call the GE Answer Center ...

Page 13: ...ycle knob out to ON position Circuit breaker fuse is Check house circuit tripped blown breakers fuses Replace fuses or reset breaker Washer should have separate outlet Water temperature Control is not set properly Check water temperature is incorrect control and adjust Water supply is turned off Turn both hot and cold or improperly connected faucets fully on and make sure hoses are connected to co...

Page 14: ...n and secured to drain facility Household drain may Check household be clogged plumbing You may need to call a plumber Constant water pressure Tighten hoses at the to the fill hoses at the faucets and turn the water water source off after each use Check condition of the fill hoses they may need replacement after 5 years Washer is noisy Washer is uneven Make sure washer is level and firm to the flo...

Page 15: ...you load clothes Try a liquid detergent Use warmer water temperature Overloading Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub Make sure load size selector matches clothes load size Incorrect use of fabric Check fabric softener softener package for instructions and follow directions for using dispenser Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric Check fabric softener softener packag...

Page 16: ...er water that is too hot with plenty of detergent Too many suds Type of detergent Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package Very soft water Try less detergent Snags holes tears rips Pins snaps hooks sharp Fasten snaps hooks or excessive wear buttons belt buckles buttons and zippers zippers and sharp objects Remove loose items like left in pockets pins objects in ...

Page 17: ... enough detergent Use more detergent clothes especially with larger loads 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 Add detergent as wash dissolving basket fills with water before you load clo...

Page 18: ...Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Notes 18 ...

Page 19: ...y Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA 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 wa...

Page 20: ...ard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 If you are not satisfied with the service you receive follow these three steps First contact...

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