GE WBSR1060 - Manual (Page 8)

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
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 • Check controls and make sure Cycle knob is pulled out
properly to ON position.
Lid is open • Close lid and pull Cycle knob out to ON position.
Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet.
Water temperature Control is not set properly • Check water temperature control and adjust.
is incorrect
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the water
stopped up 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.
House water heater is • Make sure house water heater is delivering water
not set properly at 120°F.–140°F.(48°C.–60°C.).
Water won’t drain Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not
improperly connected sitting on it.
• Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. above floor.
Water leaks Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in
and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need
be clogged to call a plumber.
Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off
to the fill hoses at the after each use.
water source
• Check condition of the fill hoses; they may need
replacement after 5 years.
Washer is noisy Washer is uneven • Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor.
Washer load is • Push the Cycle knob in to stop the washer, open the
unbalanced lid and redistribute the load evenly. Close the lid
and restart.
Washer pauses in cycle The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
Clothes too wet Incorrect cycle selected • Make sure the cycle selected matches the load
you are washing.
Before you call for service…
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Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Customer Service
Troubleshooting T
ips