Care and cleaning, Limestone buildup ,26, Storage and vacation tips – GE MODEL WA7800R User Manual

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PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

IS NOISY

Make

sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and

front jam nuts tight. See your Installation Instructions.

A

sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor

stops and

spin brake inside the transmission “locks in.” This sound is normal.

Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin,

and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases (usually occurs
when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water

is set higher than

necessary), the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating a loud but harmless noise.
To correct, open the lid and redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket.
the

and restart.

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WASHER PAUSES

Washer normally pauses between washing steps... such as between wash and spin or

IN CYCLE

between

spin and rinse.

If you need more

toll free: GE Answer Center” / 800.626.2000 / consumer information service

CARE

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Tub. The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid

To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove

open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate.

water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.

Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.

Do not store the washer where it

be exposed

The Exterior, Wipe off any

of washing

to the weather.

compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try

For Long Vacations. Be sure water supply is shut off

not to hit surface with sharp objects.

at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather

be below freezing.

How to remove the agitator

To remove the agitator,
snap the cap off and remove

— Cap

the screw. Then remove
the agitator extender (on

Screw
Agitator

Extender

so equipped)

(on some models)

and the agitator.

To replace the agitator,
carefully lower it straight
down onto the shaft so

Agitator

(. ‘ ‘

that it fits

snugly into

.-

Replace the agitator

extender

models so

To remove limestone from

pan

Soak filter pan in a preheated

(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.

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CAUTIONS:

Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar

can damage porcelain.

Do not exceed

) or filter pan

may

equipped), the screw
and the cap.

(Appearance may vary)

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