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WASHERPAUSES
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Make sure washerisleveland firm to the floor with rubber footpads in place and
frontjam nuts tight. Seethe InstallationInstructions.
~A sharp, distinctivesoundwill be heard at the end of each spinperiod as the motor
stopsandthe spin brake insidethe transmission “locks in:’ This sound is normal.
~Heavilyunbalancedloadscan cause the washer to vibrate excessivelyduring spin,
and maycause it to movefrom itsoriginalposition. In extreme cases (usuallyoccurs
when washinga single,heavyitem or a small load when water levelis set higher than
necessary), the spinbasketmay strike the outer tub, creating a loud but harmless noise.
Tocorrect, open the lid and redistributethe load evenlyabout the wash basket. Close
the lid and restart.
@Washernormally pauses betweenwashing steps. . .
such as between washand spin or
betweenspin and rinse.
If you need morehelp
. ..call, tollfree:GE AnswerCenter@/800.626.2000/consumer information service
careandcleaning
USERMAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
The tub. The porcelain is
self-cleaning. Leavelid open after
washing10
allow moisture [0
et’czporate. Do
not use harsh
or gritty cleansers.
The exterior. Wipeoff any spills of
wtishingcompounds. Wipe or dust
with damp cloth, Try not to hit
surface with sharp objects.
Ask scrvicc technician to remove
water from drain pump and hoses
to prevent freezing.
Do not store the washer where it
will bc cxposeclto the weather.
Be sure water supply is shut off at
f~iucc[sarid drain ail wti((:rfrom
hoses if’weather will be 13clow
frcczing.
ubr‘icate
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\vithgrease
or
pctroleufll
jelly.
The Activator@agitator.Remove
at regular intervals—about4 to
6
months-aild removeanylintthat
mayhaveaccumulated.No tools
are needed,simplygraspagitator
withbothhandsandpullstraight
upsharply.Theslottedsectionat
thetopofthemetalshafthasa light
coatingoflubricantto preventparts
from sticking together. If this area
appears to be dr~l,apply a light coat
of grease or
peti”O[~Llm jelly around
the slotted section of the shaft
before rcplacii]g the agita[or. Do
ilolOVergreaSe.
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When replacing the agitator, -3=--
carefullv lower straight down onto
the shafi so that it fi~ into the slots.
Then apply downward pressure
until agitator snaps into its normal
position,
How to removelimestone
depositsfromcRogged
miterFlo@pan
@Soak filter pan in a preheated
160‘F. (71‘C.) solution of half
vinegar and half water for 15
minutes. Then brush each side of
pan with a stiff bristle brush while
flushing with running water.
CAUTIONS:
~ Do not soak in porcelain
container. Vinegar can damage
porcelain.
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QDo not exceed 180°F.(32“C(’”--’)
or filter pan may Wdrp.
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