GE Profile WPDH8910K - Manual (Page 22)

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Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Installation Instructions
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.
Problem Possible Cause What To Do
Not spinning or agitating Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not
improperly connected sitting on it.
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose siphoning; drain hose • Ensure there is an air gap between hose and drain.
pushed too far down the drain
Washer pump filter may
• Clean Pump Filter – Open the pump access door (use a coin)
be clogged and remove the pump filter by turning it counterclockwise and
pulling out. Clean the filter, removing all loose debris, and put filter
back in place.
Load is out of balance • Redistribute clothes and run drain & spin or rinse & spin.
• Increase load size if washing small load containing heavy
and light items.
Leaking water Door gasket is damaged • Check to see if gasket is seated and not torn. Objects
left in pockets may cause damage to the washer (nails,
screws, pens, pencils).
Door gasket not damaged • Water may drip from the door when the door is opened.
This is a normal operation.
Check back left of washer • If this area is wet, you have oversudsing condition.
for water Use less detergent.
Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at washer and
improperly connected faucets and make sure end of drain hose is correctly
inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Not draining Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not
improperly connected sitting on it.
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose siphoning; drain hose • Ensure there is an air gap between hose and drain.
pushed too far down the drain
Washer pump filter may
• Clean Pump Filter – Open the pump access door (use a coin)
be clogged and remove the pump filter by turning it counterclockwise and
pulling out. Clean the filter, removing all loose debris, and put filter
back in place.
Not spinning Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.
improperly connected
Household drain may
• Check household plumbing. You may need to call a plumber.
be clogged
Drain hose siphoning; drain hose
• Ensure there is an air gap between hose and drain.
pushed too far down the drain
Washer pump filter may
• Clean Pump Filter – Open the pump access door (use a coin)
be clogged and remove the pump filter by turning it counterclockwise and
pulling out. Clean the filter, removing all loose debris, and put filter
back in place.
Load is out of balance • Redistribute clothes and run drain & spin or rinse & spin.
• Increase load size if washing small load containing heavy
and light items.
Motor is overheated • Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. It will
automatically restart after a cool-down period of up to
2 hours (if washer has not been manually turned off).
Door is open • Make sure door is closed.