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your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire WARNING! For or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATER HEATER SAFETY 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.
WHEN NOT IN USE ■ Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on ■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of ■ Before discarding a washer, or removing it ■ Do not tamper with controls. hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years. Operating Instructions from service, remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside.
Before starting the washer: • Load the laundry in the washer. • Add the detergent and fabric softener to the dispenser drawer. • Add bleach (if needed) to the bleach dispenser. Detergent and Fabric Softener Dispenser Drawer Maximum Fill Tower Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Special washer features. The detergent and fabric softener dispensers will automatically release their contents at the proper time during the cycle.
www.GEAppliances.com CLOTHES CARE CYCLE SELECTION PRESOAK EXTRA LARGE COLORS HOT/COLD NORMAL WASH RINSE ONLY LARGE WHITES WARM/WARM MEDIUM DELICATES WARM/COLD SPIN ONLY SMALL QUICK WASH COLD/COLD TIME REMAINING MIN Safety Instructions About the control and indicator settings. LOAD SENSING LOAD SIZE WASH CYCLE TEMP START PAUSE POWER ON/OFF Operating Instructions WASH OPTIONS WASH/RINSE Before starting the washer: • Load the laundry in the washer.
3 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 basket. 4 WASH CYCLE These wash cycles control the length of the washing process. The chart below will help match the WASH CYCLE setting to your specific laundry needs. When a cycle is selected, the automatic temperature that the machine defaults to, can be changed to whatever temperature you desire.
www.GEAppliances.com Sorting Wash Loads Colors Soil Fabric Lint Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producers Lights Normal Easy Care Lint Collectors Darks Light Sturdy Cottons Operating Instructions Proper Use of Detergent Add clothes and detergent, then start the washer. Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load, or a lightly soiled load.
Fabric Care Labels Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering. WASH LABELS Machine wash cycle Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Loading and using the washer.
Installation Instructions Washer WSLS1100 WSLP1100 WSLM1100 If you have questions, call 800-GECARES or visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN PLUMBING Read these instructions completely and carefully. • WATER PRESSURE—Must be 10 p.s.i. minimum to 150 p.s.i. maximum dynamic pressure measured at faucet. • WATER TEMPERATURE—Household water heater should be set to deliver water at 120° to 150°F (50° to 66°C) IN THE WASHER when HOT wash is selected.
Installation Instructions CAUTION: Before plugging in washer, read the following electrical requirements. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION: For personal safety, do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this appliance. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third grounding prong from the power cord. Follow National Electrical Codes or prevailing local codes and ordinances.
Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR STATIONARY MODELS WSLS1100 AND WSLM1100 WARNING: Make sure the washer is unplugged. 1 FLUSH WATER LINES Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to flush the water lines and remove particles that might clog up the water valve screens. 4 CONNECT DRAIN HOSE Form a U shape on the end of the drain hose with the hose pointed toward the drain. Place the hose in a laundry tub or stand pipe and secure it with a cable tie (not included).
Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR STATIONARY MODELS WSLS1100 AND WSLM1100 (CONT.) 5 PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A GROUNDED OUTLET 7 REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE FILM COVERING THE CONTROL PANEL Insure proper ground exists before use 8 READ THE REST OF THIS OWNER’S MANUAL 6 RUN THE WASHER THROUGH A COMPLETE CYCLE It contains valuable and helpful information that will save you time and money. Check for water leaks and proper operation.
Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR PORTABLE MODEL WSLP1100 – ONE-FAUCET CONNECTIONS Use the hose connector provided with the washer for a one-faucet connection. TO CONNECT THE WASHER: 3 CONNECT TO VALVE INLET Attach the COLD water supply connector to the COLD water valve inlet (color BLUE). Make sure the washer is inside the connector before tightening.
Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR PORTABLE MODEL WSLP1100 – ONE-FAUCET CONNECTIONS (CONT.) 6 MAKE SURE THE TEMPERATURE TO DISCONNECT THE WASHER: SELECTOR IS SET AT COLD/COLD 1 TURN WATER FAUCET OFF 7 SLOWLY TURN ON THE WATER FAUCET ALL THE WAY TO THE DESIRED TEMPERATURE SETTING 2 UNPLUG POWER CORD AND RETURN IT TO THE STORAGE AREA 8 PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A 3-PRONG GROUNDED OUTLET The electrical power cord is on the back of the washer.
Installation Instructions 4 DISCONNECT FROM WATER LINE Move the locking collar down and pull the hose connector down to disengage from the faucet adapter. 5 DRAIN WATER Drain water from the hoses through the hose connector. Locking Collar Hose Connector WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR PORTABLE MODEL WSLP1100 – TWO-FAUCET CONNECTIONS If you have two separate water connections, your washer can be connected to both the hot and cold water faucets.
Safety Instructions Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Status Indicators ■ Press POWER ON/OFF to turn off the washer. Operating Instructions IE FF ■ Call for service. When the cycle has started but water has not filled the wash basket within 60 minutes, a signal will sound and this code will be displayed. ■ Make sure the incoming water faucets are on.
WATER Water leaks • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package. Very soft water • Try less detergent. Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have soft water, a smaller load, or a lightly soiled load. Fill hoses or drain hose is improperly connected • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and the washing machine. Make sure the end of the drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to the drain.
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips OPERATION POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Washer pauses in cycle The washer normally pauses between washing steps Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set properly • Make sure all selections have been made.
PERFORMANCE (cont’d) Snags, holes, tears, rips or excessive wear WHAT TO DO Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers, and sharp objects left in pockets • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers. Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check bleach package instructions for proper amount. • Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach.
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All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us at www.GEAppliances.com, or call 800-GE-CARES. Safety Instructions GE Washer Warranty. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. For The Period Of: We Will Replace: Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
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