Owner’s Manual VBSR1070 VBSR2060 VBSR2080 VBXR1060 VBXR1070 VBXR2070 VJSR2070 VVSR1040 VVXR1040 VWSR3110 Washers Part No. 175D1807P260 Pub. No.
Safety Instructions Safety Information . . . . . . . . .3 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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, 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.
Safety Instructions 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. Model VBSR1070 LOAD SIZE WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE LARGE WARM COLD SUPER SMALL OFF PERM.
LOAD SIZE MEDIUM EXTRA LARGE EXTRA SMALL OFF WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE COLD COLD WARM COLD PERM.
Safety Instructions 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.
Safety Instructions Model VVSR1040 OFF LOAD SIZE PERM. PRESS WARM WARM SUPER SMALL COLD WASH WARM WASH HOT WASH 1 OFF 2 Operating Instructions Model VVXR1040 OFF LOAD SIZE SMALL PERM. PRESS WARM WARM EXTRA LARGE COLD WASH WARM WASH HOT WASH 1 OFF 2 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. 2 Wash Cycle Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles.
Safety Instructions 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.
About washer features. NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models. Safety Instructions Liquid Bleach Dispenser (on some models) The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load. 1 Check clothing care labels for special instructions. 2 Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle. ■ Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket. ■ Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser.
Safety Instructions 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 Normal Easy Care Lint Collectors Darks Light Sturdy Cottons Proper Use of Detergent Operating Instructions Add detergent and start the washer before adding clothes so that the detergent can work effectively. Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems.
Safety Instructions Fabric Care Labels Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
. Operating Instructions 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. WATER Too many suds Water leaks Troubleshooting Tips Water temperature is incorrect Water won’t drain Possible Causes What To Do Type of detergent • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package. Very soft water • Try less detergent.
Possible Causes What To Do 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 • Check controls and make sure Cycle knob is pulled out to ON position. Lid is open • Close lid and pull Cycle knob out to ON position. Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown • Check house circuit breakers/fuses.
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service… (con) PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do Pilling Result of normal wear on poly-cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out.
Hotpoint Washer Warranty We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part. Five Years From the date of the original purchase The transmission, if it should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Safety Instructions Service Telephone Numbers. 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 Operating Instructions 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.
