GE WPRB9250 User's Manual
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1. 7 f is CASUALS Medium For wrinkle free and permanent press items Provides agitate pause cycles to clean your items S KNITS Medium Specially designed for normally soiled knits gt 77 DELICATES Slow For lingerie and special care fabrics with light to normal soil Provides gt periods of agitation and soak during wash and rinse S ULTRA Very Slow For items labeled hand washable with light soils Provides periods of HANDWASH agitation and soak during wash and rinse 5 QUICK RINSE Medium For quickly rinsing chlorine perspiration stains etc out of clothes DRAIN amp Spin Only Drain and spin any cycle at any time SPIN SOAK Medium Provides a soak of up to 24 hours The washer will drain and spin at the end of the cycle ae SPEED WASH Medium Fast For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry Cycle time is S approximately 20 minutes depending on your household water pressure S a cycies S Q The Garment Cycles are customized to provide optimum washing for a variety of fabrics Q and clothing types Garment Cycles include y k E Jeans E Underwear E wels E nfant Wear 4 E Khakis E Play Clothes E Mats Rugs E Lingerie E Dress Shirts E Everyday Wear E Sheets E Silks Linen E Knit Shirts E Athletic Wear E able Linen STAIN STAIN CYCLES amp cycies P Q The Stain Cycles are customized to provide optimum washing for specific types of stains z Press STAIN CYCLES select the specific stain and follow the on screen instructions Sta2. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Press amp HOLD TO STORE www GEAppliances com DRAIN amp SPIN You can drain and spin any cycle at any time On models with a DRAIN amp SPIN pad press to drain and spin On models without a DRAIN amp SPIN pad press START to pause the washer select DRAIN amp SPIN from the WASH CYCLES menu then press START again CUSTOM 1 and CUSTOM 2 on some models Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall These custom settings cannot be set while a cycle is in progress To store a custom combination of settings 1 Select an Easy Touch setting 2 Change LOAD SIZE SOIL LEVEL WASH TEMPERATURE or SPIN SPEED to fit your needs 3 Select any OPTIONS you want 4 Press and hold the CUSTOM 1 or CUSTOM 2 pad until the washer beeps to store your selection To recall your stored combination Press the CUSTOM 1 or CUSTOM 2 pad then press START To reprogram the custom settings Repeat steps 1 4 above suononysuy Ajajes gt g 3 eQ A S Q S 77 sdij Burjooysajqnosy yioddns saunsuoy Safety Instructions TIME REMAINING N S S S S 3 S D S S i Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 About controls features START E After you have selected a new cycle press once to start the cycle E Press twice to select the last cycle used and start the washer E If the washer
3. Fabric Care Labels Below are fabric care label symbols that affect the clothing you will be laundering WASH LABELS mem O O OW H Normal Permanent Press Gentle Do not wash Do not wring cycle wrinkle resistant delicate Hand wash S Ss S S 3 gt S S Water 00o 0O temperature Hot Warm Cold cool 50 C 120 F 40 C 105 F 30 C 85 F DRY LABELS woe O O O amp kK Do not dry Dry Normal Permanent Press Gentle Do nottumble dry used with wrinkle resistant delicate do not wash Her OOO setting Medium Low No heat air va AO amp instructions Line dry Drip dry Dry flat In the shade hang to dry Troubleshooting Tips BLEACH LABELS Bleach A AA D symbols Any bleach Only non chlorine bleach Do not bleach when needed when needed Consumer Support 14 Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages or www GEAppliances com visit www GEAppliances com You may not need to call for service PERFECTEMP PLUS PerfecTemp Plus wash temperature is incorrect Review PerfecTemp Plus in the About washer features section PERFORMANCE Clothes too wet Colored spots Grayed or yellowed clothes Lint or residue on clothes Possible Causes What To Do The washer is in a cold rinse cycle This is normal The PerfecTemp Plus feature is designed not t
4. Check controls Lid is open safety feature prevents agitation and spinning when lid is up e Close lid and reset cycle to the beginning if necessary Circuit breaker fuse is tripped blown e Check house circuit breakers fuses Replace fuses or reset breaker Washer should have separate outlet Electronics need to be reset START was not pressed e Unplug washer wait 2 minutes plug back in and press POWER Press START Extremely low water pressure e Press START again Washer was accidentally paused 16 when starting Delay Start e If the light on the DELAY START pad is flashing the washer is paused Press START to restart the countdown WATER Too many suds Water leaks Water temperature is incorrect Water pumped out before cycle is complete Water won t drain Water spraying during spin cycle Washer did not fill to chosen level Water fills and drains at the same time Possible Causes Type of detergent www GEAppliances com What To Do e Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package Very soft water e Try less detergent Too much detergent Fill hoses or drain hose is improperly connected e Measure your detergent carefully Use less soap if you have soft water a smaller load or a lightly soiled load e Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and at washer e Make sure end of drain hose is properly co
5. by pressing the pad beneath the setting Higher settings will E Fill the washer basket with more water E Remove heavier soil The highest level is the Stain Wash cycle with a 30 minute soak and agitation at the beginning of the wash cycle E Add cold warm or hot water E Spin faster to remove more water for shorter drying times 6 Close the lid and press START 6 WASH amp CYCLES i GARMENT i PO STAIN amp srEED CYCLES E WASH PerfecTemp Plus HoT WARM CoLD WASH TEMP Easy Touch Selections for Model WP RB9250 www GEAppliances com D Your new washer offers the convenience of starting your wash loads with our Easy Touch cycles Make one simple L selection and your LOAD SIZE SOIL LEVEL WASH TEMPERATURE and SPIN SPEED are automatically set Then all you have to do is press START WASH CYCLES Pa CYCLES The Wash Cycles are optimized according to load type The chart below will help you S match the wash cycle setting with your clothing Cycle Wash Speed Description 5 WHITES Fast For heavy to lightly soiled white cottons household linens work and play clothes COLORS Fast For heavy to lightly soiled colorfast cottons household linens work and play clothes DARK Medium For non colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold COLORS wash by the fabric manufacturer 9 EASY CARE Medium For wrinkle free and permanent press items D
6. incompatible with the chosen wash cycle the washer will beep twice g p ainas O Change any of the automatic settings if desired by pressing the pad beneath the setting Higher settings will E Fill the washer basket with more water E Remove heavier soil The highest level is the Stain Wash cycle with a 30 minute soak and agitation at the beginning of the wash cycle E Add cold warm or hot water E Spin faster to remove more water for shorter drying times Close the lid and press START WARM DRAIN 9 RINSE amp SPIN 2ND PRESOAK RINSE HOG PerfecTemp Plus HoT WASH TEMP Easy Touch Selections for Model WP RB9220 www GEAppliances com Your new washer offers the convenience of starting your wash loads with our Easy Touch cycles Make one simple selection and your LOAD SIZE SOIL LEVEL WASH TEMPERATURE and SPIN SPEED are automatically set Then all you have to do is press START Cycle Wash Speed Description WHITES WHITES Fast For heavy to lightly soiled white cottons household linens work and HOT lay clothes HOT play F COLORS Fast For heavy to lightly soiled colorfast cottons household linens work and ES WARM play clothes COLORS Medium For non colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold ors COLD wash by the fabric manufacturer Bsr EASY CARE Medium For knits wrinkle free and permanent press items ULTRA ULTRA Very Slow Uses an extra slow speed
7. Temp Plus Cycle Status Indicators On some models cycle status indicator lights show what part of the cycle the washer is in On models without indicator lights the cycle status will show in the display PerfecTemp Plus PerfecTemp Plus senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the temperature of the fill water to meet the clothing manufacturer s recommendations The lid must be closed for PerfecTemp Plus to work If your incoming water is too cold detergent will not dissolve effectively and clothes may not get clean If the water is too hot fabrics could be damaged PerfecTemp Plus adjusts these water temperature extremes for better washing performance You may hear the water valves turning off and on while the water temperature is being adjusted This is normal 17 suononysuy Ajajes gt y a S Q a A S S 7 sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns saunsuoy Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About washer features Se AE Separate for cleaning 12 Liquid Bleach Dispenser The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches your wash load Check clothing care labels for special instructions Measure liquid bleach carefully following instructions on the bottle E Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket E Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach disp
8. Washers www GEAppliances com Safety Instructions 2 3 Owners Manual Operating Instructions WPRB9220 Clothes Care Cycles 8 9 WPRB9250 Controls 00000 4 6 Controls Features 10 Cycle Options 11 Easy Touch Selections 5 7 Loading and Using the Washer 13 14 Other Features 11 Quick Start Guides 4 6 Washer Features 8 12 Troubleshooting Tips 15 18 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty e03i go s a n he vie Desig 19 As an ENERGY STAR partner GE has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on the bottom right of the washer cabinet 175D1807P405 49 90142 08 02 JR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks pas Or more Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances N S Fe fety the inf tion in thi t be followed to minimize the risk E A WARNING Frito crexposion electi shock orto prevent property damage personal injury S or loss of life g Ie z e s WATER HEATER SAFETY N 7 Mey XX If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the pos
9. agitation combined with periods of soak to Hanpwasn HANDWASH provide a true handwash for all of your delicate washables suononysuy Ajajes gt g 3 eQ A S Q S 77 sdij Burjooysajqnosy yioddns saunsuoy Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support Quick Start Guide for Model WPRB9250 You can locate your model number on the bottom right of the washer cabinet Add detergent Add diluted fabric softener on models with a fabric softener dispenser Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket The water level should just cover the clothes Select one of the three wash methods E Press WASH CYCLES to wash according to load type E Press GARMENT CYCLES to wash according to clothing type E Press STAIN CYCLES to wash clothes with specific types of stains The STAIN CYCLES will provide you with tips on pretreating your stain and will then automatically select the washer settings for the optimum cycle to remove the stain Select the wash garment or stain cycle by pressing the arrow pads GOD at the sides of the display You can scroll up and down through the list of cycles by pressing the UP 4 and DOWN V arrow pads beneath the display NOTE Any time you make a selection that is incompatible with the chosen wash cycle the washer will beep twice Change any of the automatic settings if desired
10. asher is not sitting on it e Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft 2 5 m above floor e Spray rinse during a spin cycle is normal e Press the START button again Inlet hoses are kinked e Straighten hoses Water valve screens are stopped up Drain stand pipe is too low e Turn off the water source and disconnect water fill 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 e Drain stand pipe must be above 30 76 2 cm 17 suononysuy Ajajes S z S Q 2 S lt 2 S 7 sdij Gurooysajqnosy yioddns saunsuoy 2 OS NOISE D Washer is noisy D S N S S 3 OTHER 2 8 Labels on the exterior rT of the washer will not Se peel off cleanly A D Q PA 3 E Consumer Support 18 Before you call for service Possible Causes Washer is uneven What To Do e 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 e Press START to pause the washer open the lid and unbalanced redistribute the load evenly Close the lid and press START again Shipping rod is still assembled e To remove shipping rod from washer pull yellow tag and in unit attached rod from t
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12. ctors Washing too long e Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads Detergent not dissolving e Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before you load clothes e Try a liquid detergent Use warmer water temperature Overloading e Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket e Make sure load size selected matches clothes load size Incorrect use of fabric softener e Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for using dispenser Wash speed is too fast e Choose a wash cycle with a slower wash speed 15 suon nysuj Ajajes S S S Q A S S 77 sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns saunsuoy Safety Instructions Y S T S z S D S S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service PERFORMANCE cont Possible Causes Pilling Result of normal wear on poly cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics Snags holes tears rips or excessive wear Pins snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles What To Do e While this is not caused by the washer you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out e Fasten snaps hooks buttons and zippers e Remove loose items like pins objects in pockets ae aad hap ohiec and sharp buttons left in pockets e Turn knits which snag easily inside out Undiluted chlorine bleach e Check bleach package instr
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14. enser 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 E Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing 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 Add water to dispenser until it reaches agitator If it accidentally comes off simply the maximum fill line put it back on The 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 Do not pour anything into the agitator if the agitator cap or dispenser is removed Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator 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 Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator 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 To clean the dispenser soak both the dispens
15. er cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution E 7 US gallon 3 8 liters warm water E 7 4 cup 60 ml heavy duty liquid detergent E 7 cup 240 mi 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 back on the agitator Loading and using the washer Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label when laundering O ce Sorting Wash Loads Sort by color whites lights colors soil level fabric type sturdy cottons easy care delicates and whether the fabric produces lint terry cloth chenille or collects lint velveteen corduroy Proper Use of Detergent Using too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems Today s detergents are formulated to be effective without highly visible sudsing Be sure to carefully read and follow manufacturer s recommendations for how much detergent to use in your wash Load dry items loosely no higher than the Ipi N Loading the Washer 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 lift the lid and submerge additional items next to the agitator www GEAppliances com You can use less detergent if you have soft water a sma
16. he bottom right hand side of washer Washer is sitting too close to wall causes knocking e Pull washer away from the wall about 4 11 cm is needed during cycle PerfecTemp Plus feature e This is normal PerfecTemp Plus turns water valves off is being used and on to adjust water temperature Possible Causes Occasionally the adhesive used on the labels does not release cleanly What To Do e 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 GE Washer Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here C or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day visit us at www GEAppliances com date is needed to obtain service or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 under the warranty 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 full From the date of the one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and related service costs to replace original purchase the defective part Second Year Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this additional From the date of the one year limited warranty you will be
17. in S selections include Food Stains Body Stains Outdoor Stains Drink Stains A E Catsup E Dingy Whites E Grass E Miik S ae S E Chocolate E Perspiration E Crease E Coffee Tea S E Meat Juices E Blood E Dirt E Juice Wine E Egg E Underwear Stain E nk E Soft Drinks About Clothes Care Cycles PRESOAK sons To presoak a load and go straight into a wash cycle Select your wash cycle press the PRESOAK pad then press the START pad E Each time you press PRESOAK you will add three minutes of agitation followed by 12 minutes of soaking for up to an hour of additional time After the final soak period the selected wash cycle begins Safety Instructions E Uses the speed and water temperature of your selected wash cycle QUICK RINSE ux lp Use this feature to quickly rinse chlorine perspiration stains etc out of clothes E The washer fills with water agitates for three minutes drains and spins You may change the automatic settings if desired On some models QUICK RINSE is found under the WASH CYCLES menu SPEED WASH Suey For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry Cycle time is approximately 20 minutes depending on your household water pressure ie Ss O S 3 d S S Q SOIL LEVEL The SOIL LEVEL setting determines the amount of agitation time The highest SOIL LEVEL is the Stain Wash cycle which adds a 30 minute soak and agitation at the beginning of the selected wash cycle
18. is Owner s Manual or loss of life WHEN USING THE WASHER E Never reach into washer while it is moving Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid E 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 E Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax oil paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents 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 WHEN NOT IN USE E Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur Check the condition of the fill hoses they should be replaced every 5 years E Before discarding a washer or removing it from service remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside T For your 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 E 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 E To minimize the possibility of electric shock un
19. is running press once to pause the cycle press again to continue the cycle STOP If the washer is running press once to pause the cycle press again to cancel the cycle Time Remaining E Displays the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle or the time remaining for DELAY START E Cycle time is affected by how long it takes the washer to fill This depends on the water pressure in your home The smart timer learns the amount of time it takes to fill your washer and adjusts the total time accordingly About cycl e opti ons www GEAppliances com SIGNAL C uy SIGNAL Alerts you when the cycle is complete Press SIGNAL to select low medium or high volume or to turn the beeper off 2ND RINSE Adds a second cold rinse to any cycle WARM RINSE Changes the final rinse of a wash cycle from a cold to a warm rinse DELAY START DELAY START Wy Use to delay the start of your washer Choose your wash cycle and any options Press DELAY START You can change the delay time in 30 minute increments by one of the following methods depending on the model E Using the arrow pads beneath the Time Remaining display E Repeatedly pressing the DELAY START pad until the desired time is shown ges the START pad to start the countdown The countdown time will be shown in the Time Remaining display About other features CYCLE STATUS FILL RINSE Soak ZRINSE WASH SPIN Perfec
20. le 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 are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your states Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 19 suoyonysuy Ajajes Q 3S 2 w S Q A S Q S 7 sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddng sauinsuog Consumer Support GE Appliances Website www GEAppliances com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more Schedule Service www GEAppliances com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours Real Life Design Studio www GEAppliances
21. ller load or a lightly soiled load E Do not wrap long items like sheets or pants around the agitator E Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials waxes cleaning fluids etc E Agitation will not start with the lid up 13 suon nysuj Ajajes gt g 3 eQ A S Q S 77 sdij Gurooysajqnosy yioddns saunsuoy Loading and using the washer Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label when laundering S gu Care and Cleaning of the Washer Wash Basket Leave the lid open after washing to Moving and Storage Ask the service technician to 2 allow moisture to evaporate If you want to clean remove water from drain pump and hoses See the the basket use a clean soft cloth dampened with Installation Instructions packed with product for liquid detergent then rinse Do not use harsh information on how to reinstall the shipping rod to a or gritty cleaners keep the tub stationary when moving the washer Y For more information visit www GEAppliances com or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Fill Hoses Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every 5 years Exterior Immediately wipe off any spills Wipe with jons i fE dap cloth inok io hit surtaccwilh shat e objecs Long Vacations Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing
22. nnected to washer and correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility Household drain may be clogged e Check household plumbing You may need to call a plumber Constant water pressure to the fill hoses at the water source e Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after each use e Check condition of the fill hoses they should be replaced every 5 years Using too much detergent e Use less detergent Use less soap if you have soft water in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load Control is not set properly e Check water temperature control and adjust Water supply is turned off e Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets Water valve screens are stopped up e Turn off the water source and disconnect water fill 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 House water heater is not set properly e Make sure house water heater is delivering water at 120 F 140 F 48 C 60 C PerfecTemp Plus feature was not activated Lid lifted or cycle was put in pause for over 24 hours Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected Washer in spin cycle Extremely low water pressure The lid must be closed for PerfecTemp Plus to work e Reset cycle Straighten drain hose and make sure w
23. o activate during a cold rinse cycle to improve the energy efficiency of your washer All the water in the household water heater has been used Possible Causes Incorrect spin speed selected Incorrect use of fabric e Wait until the water in the water heater is heated to the correct temperature What To Do e Make sure the spin cycle selected matches the load you are washing Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water e Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow softener directions for using dispenser e Pretreat stain and rewash Dye transfer e Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors Not enough detergent e Use more detergent especially with larger loads Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer s directions Hard water e Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install a water softener Water is not hot enough e Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120 F 140 F 48 C 60 C Washer is overloaded e Select load size to match clothes load Detergent is not e Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before dissolving you load clothes Dye transfer Sort clothes by color If fabric label states wash separately unstable dyes may be indicated Clothes are air or line dried e If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer your clothes may retain more lint Incorrect sorting e Separate lint producers from lint colle
24. plug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning NOTE Pressing START STOP or POWER does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply E Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug E Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this Owner s Manual or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out E Do not tamper with controls READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS suononysuy Majes S 3 Q 2 S X S 7 sdij Gurooysajqnos pioddns saunsuoy Safety Instructions Operating Instructions a D Q PA 3 Consumer Support Quick Start Guide for Model WPRB9220 You can locate your model number on the bottom right of the washer cabinet Add detergent Add diluted fabric softener on models with a fabric softener dispenser Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket The water level should just cover the clothes Select the wash cycle and other wash options OO NOTE Any time you make a selection that is
25. responsible for any labor or related service costs original purchase Third through Fifth Year The suspension rod and spring assembly and main electronic control board if any of these parts From the date of the should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship GE will also replace the washer lid or original purchase cover if they should rust under operating conditions During this additional three year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or related service costs Third through Tenth Year The transmission and outer washer tub if any of these parts should fail due to a defect in materials From the date of the or workmanship During this additional eight year limited warranty you will be responsible for any original purchase labor or related service costs Lifetime of Product The washer basket if it should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this product From the date of the lifetime limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or related 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 E Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for acts of God other than the intended purpose or used commercially E Incidental or consequential damage caused by possib
26. sibility 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 hydrogen 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 accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet you can receive one by visiting www GEAppliances com or by calling 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 E Install or store where it will not be exposed to E Properly ground washer to conform with all temperatures below freezing or exposed to the governing codes and ordinances Follow details weather in Installation Instructions E Remove the colored protective film from the control panel A S S A 5 D S YOUR LAUNDRY AREA E Keep the area underneath and around your E Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is appliances free of combustible materials such as used by or near children Do not allow children to lint paper rags chemicals etc play on with or inside this or any other appliance Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support www GEAppliances com A WARNING Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in th
27. uctions for proper amount e Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach Chemicals like hair bleach e Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before or dye permanent wave washing solution Wrinkling Improper sorting e Avoid mixing heavy items like work clothes with light items like blouses e Try a fabric softener Overloading or e Load your washer so clothes have enough room incorrect water level to move freely with water covering all of the clothes Incorrect wash and e Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric you are dry cycles washing especially for easy care loads Repeated washing in e Wash in warm or cold water water that is too hot OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Washer pauses in cycle The ULTRA HANDWASH e This is normal The washer alternates between agitate DELICATES or CASUALS and soak during the ULTRA HANDWASH DELICATES and cycle was chosen CASUALS cycles to get your clothes cleaner with less wear The highest SOIL LEVEL The highest SOIL LEVEL setting adds a 15 minute setting was chosen Stain Wash agitate and soak period at the beginning of the wash cycle Washer won t operate Control panel is asleep e This is normal Press POWER to activate the control panel Washer is unplugged e Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet Water supply is turned off e Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on Controls are not set properly e
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