Hotpoint - GE Appliances
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1. MEDIUM DELICATES LIGHT SOIL H B g M odel VJ SR2070 LOAD SIZE WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE MEDIUM WARM PERMANENT PRESS COLD EXTRA LARGE DELICATES LIGHT SOIL NORMAL H g Control Settings Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label when laundering 1P Size The water level should just cover the clothes Adjust the load size accordingly Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub Wash Rinse Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid 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 COTTONS REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes PERMANENT PRESS or easy care and wrinkle resistant items KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil SOAK For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing Once the soak and spin cycle is complete reset the control to a wash setting About the washer control panels You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the washer behind the door Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model M odel VBXR1060 LOAD SIZE WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE MEDIUM WARM PERMANENT PRESS2. COLD EXTRA DELICATES SMALL LIGHT SOIL 1 E M odel VBSR2080 LOAD SIZE aa TEM PERATURE PERM PRESS LARGE WARM DELICATES SMALL SUPER SUPERCYCLE 1 H Contro Settin QS Always follow fabric manufacturers care label when laundering 1 Load Size The water level should just cover the clothes Adjust the load size accordingly Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub Wash Rinse Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid 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 COTTONS REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes PERMANENT PRESS For easy care and wrinkle resistant items KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil SOAK For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing Once the soak and spin cycle is complete reset the control to a wash setting 6 SUPERCYCLE For heavily and heavy duty fabrics This cycle provides longer agitation M odel VVSR1040 LOAD SIZE PERM PRESS WARM WARM SMALL SUPER COLD WASH WARM WASH HOT WASH aU 2 M odel VVXR1040 LOAD SIZE PERM PRESS WARM WARM SMALL EXTRA LARGE COLD WASH WARM WASH
3. For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing Once the soak and spin cycle is complete reset the control to a wash setting 8 SUPERCYCLE For heavily soiled and heavy duty fabrics This cycle provides longer agitation About washer features wore not all features are available on all washer models washer features note Notall features are available on all washer models 2 Separate for cleaning Liquid Bleach Dispenser on some models The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load H Check clothing care labels for special instructions 7 Measure liquid bleach carefully following instructions on the bottle m Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket m Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser 3 Before starting the washer pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach dispenser Avoid splashing or over filling dispenser If you prefer to use powdered bleach add it into the wash basket with your detergent m Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover M ixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser depending on model The agitator cap fits into the top of the Ri Add water to dispenser until it reaches agitator Ifit accidentally comes off simply the maximum fill line put it back on The
4. HOT WASH B pH Control Settin QS Always follow fabric manufacturer care label when laundering 1P Size The water level should just cover the clothes Adjust the load 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 The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing COTTONS REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes PERM PRESS For easy care and wrinkle resistant items About the washer control panels You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the washer behind the door Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model M odel VWSR3110 LOAD SIZE WASH WASH OFF SPIN SPEED RINSE TEMPERATURE EXTRA RINSE OPTIONAL EXTRA RINSE WRINKLE FR GENTLE SUPER FAST LARGE RESET GENTLE NORMAL WARM HOT OFF SET SLOW FAST COLD COLD DELICATES LIGHT SOIL NORMAL MEDIUM aa pe HEAVY _ 7 COLD SMALL SUPERCYCLE AUTO SOAK 15 MIN AUTO SOAK 30 MIN ee 2 ee 3 U0 B Contro Settin QS Always follow fabric manufacturers care label when laundering Load Size The water level should just cover the clothes Adjust the load size accordingly Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub Wash Spin Sp
5. fabric softener dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle Do not stop the washer during the first spin This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon To use follow these steps ii Make sure dispenser is securely attached Do not pour anything into the agitator if to agitator the agitator cap or dispenser is removed 7 Use only liquid fabric softener Pour into dispenser using amount recommended on package Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes It may stain them Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser on some models ii Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator 7 Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover Ri To clean the dispenser soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution mM 1 US gallon 3 8 liters warm water E 1 4 cup 60 ml heavy duty liquid detergent WE 1 cup 240 ml bleach i 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 D Rinse and reassemble dispenser Place dispenser back on the agitator Loading and using the washer Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label when laundering Sorting Wash Loads Colors Soil Fabric Lint Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producers Lights
6. labor and in home service to replace original purchase the defective part Five Years The transmission if it should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the five year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs original purchase Twenty Years The washer basket if it should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the tw enty year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs original purchase What Is Not Covered E Service trips to your home to teach you how to use E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit the product breakers E Improper installation E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God E Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially E Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible defects with this appliance 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 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
7. the upper right corner on the back of your washer READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your washer properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your washer IF YOU NEED SERVICE You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You all For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A W A R N N G J for a safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life WW WATER HEATER SAFETY p Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances Zi N 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 h
8. Normal Easy Care Lint Collectors Darks Light Sturdy Cottons oA Proper Use of Detergent Add detergent and start the washer before adding You can use less detergent if you have soft water a Q C clothes so that the detergent can work effectively smaller load or a lightly soiled load Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems Sl K Loading the Washer We Load dry items loosely no higher than the top WE Do not wrap large items like sheets around the row of holes in the washer tub When loading wet agitator 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 pushin Cycle knoband W Agitation will not start with the lid up submerge additional items next to the agitator Close the lid and pull Cycle knob out to restart WE Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials waxes cleaning fluids etc NIT se S Care and Cleaning of the Washer 4 Wash Basket Leave the lid open after washing to Exterior Immediately wipe off any spills Wipe with 6 allow moisture to evaporate Ifyou want to clean the damp cloth Try not to hit surface with sharp objects basket use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent then rinse Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners Moving and Storage Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses Do not store th
9. Owner s Manual VBSR1070 VBSR2060 VBSR2080 VBXR1060 VBXR1070 VBXR2070 VJ SR2070 VVSR1040 VVXR1040 VWSR3110 Wasners Part No 175D1807P71 Pub No 39 90004 7 99jR Safety Information 3 Operating Instructions Control Panels and Settings 4 8 PEAU einai as EAER 9 Loading and Using the Washer 10 11 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 12 14 Customer Service Warranty occ ccc eee ranan 15 Service Telephone Numbers 0 cece Back Cover Congratulations You Are Now Part of Our Family Welcome to the Hotpoint family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your washer That s important because your new washer 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 Hotpoint We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home A Service Partnership Vey M PORTANT Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Q Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them in
10. are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 ks Service Telephone Numbers ea In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away Service Contracts 800 626 2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Vee Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 No Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard 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 Service Satisfaction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 16 Printed in Louisville KY
11. d cold faucets fully on and make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets Turn off the water source and remove the water connection 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 Make sure house water heater is delivering water at 120 F 140 F 48 C 60 C Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft above floor OPERATION Washer pauses in cycle Washer won t operate PERFORMANCE Clothes too wet Colored spots Grayed or yellowed clothes Lint or residue on clothes Possible Causes The washer normally pauses between washing steps Washer is unplugged Water supply is turned off Controls are not set properly Lid is open Circuit breaker fuse is tripped blown Possible Causes Incorrect spin cycle selected Incorrect use of fabric softener Dye transfer Not enough detergent Hard water Water is not hot enough Washer is overloaded Detergent is not dissolving Dye transfer Clothes are air or line dried Incorrect sorting Washing too long Detergent not dissolving Overloading Incorrect use of fabric softener What To Do Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on Check controls and make sure Cycle knob is pulled out to ON positi
12. e washer where it will be exposed to the Fill Hoses Hoses connecting washer to faucet should weather Before moving the shipping rod must be be replaced every 5 years reinstalled The shipping rod keeps the tub stationary and prevents damage to the washer Refer to the Installation Instructions that came with your washer for the correct positioning of the shipping rod Lint Filter The lint filter is located under the agitator It is self cleaning and requires no maintenance Long Vacations Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing 10 Fabric Care Labels Below are fabric care label symbols that affect the clothing you will be laundering WASH LABELS wen O O O mM Bt ox Cyc le Normal Permanent Press Gentle l i Handwash Do notwash Do not wring wrinkle resistant delicate aa wes Water temperature 7 Cold cool t Warm 50 C 120 F 40 C 105 F 30 C 85 F DRY LABELS w O O O O dry Do not dry Normal Permanent Press Gentle Do not tumble dry used with wrinkle resistant delicate ds not wash setting e High M edium No heat air wo EL OM amp instructions a Line dry Drip dry Dry flat In the shade hang to dry BLEACH LABELS Bleach AN _ oe Any bleach Only non chlorine bleach Do not bleach when needed when needed 11 Before you Call for service Troubleshooting Tips Sa
13. eed The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash the basket spins later in the cycle to release water from the load The Wash Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket With Normal wash speed the agitator moves faster Use for cottons denims and play clothes With Gentle wash speed the agitator moves slower Use for delicate and knit items The Fast spin speed is for durable items The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie When using Slow spin speed clothes will be less dry than using Fast spin speed Wash Rinse Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid Extra Rinse When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes you may want to use the Extra Rinse option This option provides a second deep cold rinse in the COTTONS cycle Turn the Extra Rinse knob to SET The washer will pause for a few minutes before the Extra Rinse option begins 5 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 COTTONS REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes PERM PRESS For easy care and wrinkle resistant items KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil AUTO SOAK
14. ions and follow directions for using dispenser pe Before you call for service con PERFORMANCE Pilling Snags holes tears rips or excessive wear Wrinkling NOISE Washer is noisy OTHER Labels on the exterior of the washer will not peel off cleanly 14 Possible Causes Result of normal wear on poly cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics Pins snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles zippers and sharp objects left in pockets Undiluted chlorine bleach Chemicals like hair bleach or dye permanent wave solution Improper sorting Overloading or incorrect water level Incorrect wash and dry cycles Repeated washing in water that is too hot Possible Causes Washer is uneven What To Do While this is not caused by the washer you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out Fasten snaps hooks buttons and zippers e Remove loose items like pins objects in pockets and sharp buttons Turn knits which snag easily inside out Check bleach package instructions for proper amount Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before washing Avoid mixing heavy items like work clothes with light items like blouses Try a fabric softener Load your washer so clothes have enough room to move freely Match Cycle selection to
15. ng inside Read and follow this Safety Information carefully I a S SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 About the washer control panels You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the washer behind the door Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model M odel VBSR1070 LOAD SIZE WASH RINSE TEM PERATURE PERM PRESS EXTRA RINSE LARGE WARM KNITS COLD YS DELICATES IES SMALL SUPER HOT COLD 1 E M odel VBSR2060 LOAD SIZE Aa TEMPERATURE LARGE WARM COLD SMALL SUPER HOT COLD H A Control S ettings Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label when laundering 1 Load Size The water level should just cover the clothes Adjust the load size accordingly Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub Wash Rinse Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid 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 COTTONS REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes PERM PRESS For easy care and wrinkle resistant items KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil M odels VBXR1070 and VBXR2070 LOAD SIZE SE TEMPERATURE PERM PRESS
16. on Close lid and pull Cycle knob out to ON position Check house circuit breakers fuses Replace fuses or reset breaker Washer should have separate outlet What To Do Make sure the spin cycle selected matches the load you are washing Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for using dispenser Pretreat stain and rewash Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors Use more detergent especially with larger loads Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install a water softener Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120 F 140 F 48 C 60 C Select load size to match clothes load Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before you load clothes Sort clothes by color If fabric label states wash separately unstable dyes may be indicated If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer your clothes may retain more lint Separate lint producers from lint collectors Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before you load clothes Try a liquid detergent Use warmer water temperature Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub Make sure load size selector matches clothes load size Check fabric softener package for instruct
17. s can produce a toxic gas which the washer at the household distribution panel by intended may cause death removing the fuse or switching off the circuit purpose aS Do notwash or dry articles that have been ue oo A a described in j daad i oed da oroctedwi cleaning N OTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted wi this Owners combasible orelo ves bstances Caches an off position does NOT disconnect the appliance at ee from the power supply M anual wax oil paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning P PPY solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or E Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is explode Do not add these substances to the damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled wash water Do not use or place these substances or has missing or broken parts including a damaged around your washer or dryer during operation cord or plug WHEN NOT IN USE Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses W Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or appliance unless specifically recommended in this rupture should occur Check the condition of the Owner s Manual or in published user repair fill hoses they may need replacement after 5 years instructions that you understand and have the skills E Before discarding a washer or removing it from ae ue service remove the washer lid to prevent children E Do not tamper with controls from hidi
18. the type of fabric you are washing especially for easy care loads Wash in warm or cold water What To Do 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 and set down Push the Cycle knob in to stop the washer open the lid Washer load is unbalanced and redistribute the load evenly Close the lid and restart To remove shipping rod from washer pull yellow tag and Shipping rod is still assembled in unit Washer is sitting too close to wall causes knocking during cycle Possible Causes Occasionally the adhesive used on the labels does not release cleanly attached rod from the bottom right hand side of washer Pull washer away from the wall about 4 is needed What To Do Use a hair dryer set at the lowest heat setting directing the air at the label for a short amount of time This will release the adhesive easily without damaging the surface of the washer Hotpoint Washer Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES 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 full one year warranty we will also provide free of charge all
19. ve time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service WATER Too many suds Water leaks Water temperature is incorrect Water won t drain 12 Possible Causes Type of detergent Very soft water Too much detergent Fill hoses or drain hose is improperly connected Household drain may be clogged Constant water pressure to the fill hoses at the water source Using too much detergent in washer Control is not set properly Water supply is turned off or improperly connected Water valve screens are stopped up House water heater is not set properly Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected W hat To Do Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package Try less detergent Measure your detergent carefully Use less soap if you have soft water a smaller load or a lightly soiled load Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility Check household plumbing You may need to calla plumber Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after each use Check condition of the fill hoses they may need replacement after 5 years Use less detergent Use less soap if you have soft water a smaller load or a lightly soiled load Check water temperature control and adjust Turn both hot an
20. ydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be properly installed and located in E Install or store where it will not be exposed to accordance with the Installation Instructions before it Is temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet contact your dealer or builder E Properly ground washer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions YOUR LAUNDRY AREA E Keep the area underneath and around your E Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used appliances free of combustible materials such by or near children Do not allow children to play as lint paper rags chemicals etc on with or inside this or any other appliance WHEN USING THE WASHER E Never reach into washer while it is moving Wait The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy until the machine has completely stopped before of fabrics To avoid such a result carefully follow the opening the lid garment manufacturer s wash and care instructions Use this E Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia oracids MM To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug appliance such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing this appliance from the power supply or disconnect only for its different chemical
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