GE WSLP1500 - Manual (Page 19)

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Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Installation Instructions
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OPERATION POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Washer pauses in cycle 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 • Make sure all selections have been made.
Lid is open • Close lid and press START/PAUSE.
Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet.
Washer has not been • Press the POWER ON/OFF button.
turned on
PERFORMANCE POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric • Check fabric softener package for instructions and
softener follow directions for using dispenser.
• Pretreat stain and rewash.
Dye transfer • Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Grayed or yellowed Not enough detergent • Use more detergent (especially with larger loads).
clothes
Hard water • Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install
a water softener.
Water is not hot enough • Make sure water heater is delivering water at
120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Washer is overloaded • Select load size to match clothes load.
Dye transfer • Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately,
unstable dyes may be indicated.
Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried • If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer,
clothes your clothes may retain more lint.
Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
Washing too long • Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads.
Overloading • Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the
washer tub.
• Make sure load size selector matches clothes load size.
Incorrect use of fabric softener • Check fabric softener package for instructions and
follow directions for using dispenser.
Pilling Result of normal wear on • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the
poly-cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out.
fuzzy fabrics