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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WATER LEAKS
WASHER IS NOISY
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Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.
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Make sure end of drain hose is
inserted in and secured to drain
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Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place
and front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.
A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the ‘
motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in. ” This sound
is normal.
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Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively
during spin, and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme
cases (usually occurs when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when
water level is set higher than necessary), the spin basket may strike the outer
tub, creating a loud but harmless noise. To correct, open the lid and redistribute
the load
about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.
WASHER PAUSES
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Washer normally pauses between washing steps... such as between wash and
IN CYCLE
spin or between
and rinse.
If you need more
toll free: GE Answer Center
@
/ 800.626.2000/ consumer information service
CARE
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The
The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid
To Store Washer.
Ask service technician to remove
open after washing to
moisture to evaporate.
water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.
Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.
Do not store the washer where it will be exposed
The Exterior.
Wipe off any
of washing
to the weather.
compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try
For Long Vacations.
Be sure water supply is shut off
not to hit surface with sharp objects.
at faucets and drain water from hoses if weather
will be below freezing.
How to remove the agitator
To remove the agitator,
snap the cap off and remove
— C a p
the screw. Then remove the agitator extender (on
Screw
models so equipped) and the agitator.
— Agitator
To replace the agitator,
carefully lower it straight
Extender
(on some models)
down onto the shaft so that it fits snugly into place.
Replace the agitator extender (on models so
— Agitator
equipped), the screw and the cap.
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