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i iiill ¸ Part No . 175D1807P71 Pub . No . 39 - 90004 7 - 99 JR
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Safety Information . . . . . . . . . 3 Congratulations ! YouAm Now Partof OurFamily . m Welcome to tile Hotpoint f _ mfily We're proud of our quality pro ( hi ( ts and we are ( ommilled to providing dependable se _ vi ( e . You'll see it in this easy - lo - use Owner's N { _ tllll _ tl _ tlld veil • l ] he } / r it Ill tile ] [ llendlv , ' _ o11 es of o11i ( llSlOIllel " servi ( e departmenl . m Best of all , yotf ll experience these , , alues each time you use your washer . That's important , be ( auseyom new washer willbe part of your ihmily fi ) r manyyears And we hope you will be pro1 of ours Ibra long time to come . Wethankyouti ) rbu } ingHotpoint Weappre ( iateyourpurthase andhope'vou will ( omimle to rely on us whene _ er you need quali b , applian ( es fi ) r your home A Service Partnership . Operating Instructions ControPl anelsandSettings . . . . . . 4 - 8 m Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - SIS " - I . MpoRtANt : ! , f , _ . Staplesalessliporcancelledcheckhere . LoadingandUmngthe Washer . . 70,77 w _ ] roof of the ori _ nal purdlase date is needed to obtain ser _ ( e under tile warranty . i nFORYOURRECORDSumbershere : Write the model and serial # # Troubleshooting Bps You ( nn find fllem in fl _ eupper right ( orner on fl _ eba ( k of BeforeYouCallForService . . . . . 72 - 74 your w _ lsher . ( _ READTHISMANUAL i Inside you will lind many helpfifl hints on how to use and maintain your washer properly . Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the liti _ ofvouI " washer . w IF YOUNEEDSERVICE You'll find many answers to common problems in tile Before You CallForService section . Ifyou review our ( hart of Troubleshooting tips first , you may not need to ( : all ti ) r se _ ' ice at all . Customer Service If you do need service , you can rel _ Lxkno _ ing help is only a phone Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 call away . A list of toll - tiee customer serxice numbers is included in ServiceTelephone tile back section . Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BackCover _ L w _ qw 2
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION . READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING . . . * WARNING . ! Foyor suar fethtyien , forminathtimiosnanmuuabsleftollowtomedinimthrieziseokrrire or explosion , electric shock , or to prevent property damage , personal injury , or loss of life . Undercertain conditionshydrogengas maybeproduced ina water heater that has not been used for two weeks ormore , Hydrogengas can be explosiveunder thesecircumstances , _ . _ / _ WATERHEATERSAFETY If " the hot water has not been used tot two weeks or more , prevent tile possibility of damage or iniu _ T by turning on all hot water taucets and alloxdng them to mn for several minutes . Do this befi ) re using any electrical appliance which is connected to tile hot water system . This simple procedure xoll allow any buihdq ) hydrogen gas to escape . Since tile gas isflammable , do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process . PROPERINSTALLATION Thiswasher must beproperly installedand located init mInstall or store where it will not be exposed to accordance with the InstallationInstructionsbefore is temperalt . u es below freezing < nexposed to the weather . used . Ifyou did not receive an InstallationInstructions mProperly gnound washer to conform x _ th all gox erning sheet , contactyour dealeror builder codes and ordinances . Follow derails in Installation InstltlctJons . YOURLAUNDRAYREA • Keep tile _ uea underneath and _ uound your • Ch ) se supervision is necessary ifthis appliance isused appliances fiee of combustible materials such by or near children . Do not alh ) w ( hildren to play as lint , paper , rags , chemicals , etc . on , with , or inside this or any other appliance . WHENUSINGTHEWASHER • Never rea ( h into washer while it is moving . Wait • Tile laund U process can reduce tile flame retardamy until the machine has ( ompletely stopped befk ) re of fabrics . To avoid such a resuh , ( arefiflly follow the opening the lid . garment mantffacmrer's wash and care instructions . • Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids Use this • To minimize tile possibili / y of electric shock , unplug such as vinegm and / or rest remover . Mixing this appliance fiom the p { _ wer supply or disconnect appliance different dmmicals can produce a toxic gas which the washer at the household disuibution panel by only for its intended may cause death . rem _ Mng tile fi _ se or s _ dtching off tile drcuit breaker betore attempting aW maintenance or purpose as • Do not wash or ( hy articles that have been cleaning . NOTE . ' Turning the Cycle Selector knob to described in cleaned in , washed in , soaked in , or spotted with an offposition does NOTdisconnect the appliance this Owner's combustible or explosive substances ( such as fiom the power supply . Manual . w _ Lx , oil , paint , gasoline , degreasers , du - cleaning solvents , kerosene , etc . ) which may ignite or • Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is explode . Do not add these substances to the damaged , malfunctioning , partially disassembled , wash water . Do not use or place these substances or has missing or broken parts , including a damaged around y _ ) ur washer or duet during operation . cord or plug . WHENNOTIN USE • Tln'n o _ ] [ W ; : ltei ] PdIlCeIS 10 relieve pressure on hoses • Do not attempt / o repair or replace any part of this and valves and to minimize leakage ifa break or appliance unless specifically recommended in this rupture should occur . Check the condition of tile Ox _ lmr's Manual , or in published user - rep > fir fill hoses ; they may need replacement after5 years . insm _ ctions that you understand and have the skills to can T out . • Before discarding a washer , or removing it tiom service , remove the washer lid to prevent children • Do not tamper xdth controls . fiom hiding inside . Readand follow this Informationcarefull , SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
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About the washer control panels . Youcan locate your model number on the label on the front of the washer behind the door . Throughout this manual , features and appearance may vary from your model . Model VBSR7070 LOADSIZE WASH OFF RINSETEMPERATURE * PERMP . RESS EXTRA RINSE LARGE WARM KNITS COLD DELICATES COLD LIGHT SOl SMALLGOPER _ oOQt _ HOT NORMA HEAVY OFF IB El 19 Model VBSR2060 OFF LOADSIZE WASH RINSETEMPERATURE LARGE WARM ITS COLD COLD LIG SMALLGOPER _ [ _ Q HOT PERM ) NPRES S OFF iii El El Control Settings - - Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering . The water level should just ( over d _ e clodles . A ( { just tile load size accordingly . I _ oosely load clodles no higher dlan d _ e top r _ w of holes in tile washer rob . Temperature Select d _ ewater temperature fi ) r d _ e wash and rinse cycles . Follow tile water tempe _ mlre guide on tile washer lid . D Wash Cycle Tile wash ( 3 _ ( le ( onuols dm lengd _ of tile washing pro ( ess . Tile ( hml below _ dll help you mat ( h dm wash q ' ( le setdng _ dth youF ( lothing . COTTONSREGULARForheavyto lightlysoiledcottons , householdlinens , workandplayclothes . PERM . PRESS Foreasycareandwrinkle - resistanittems , KNITS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiledknits . DELICATESForlingerieanddelicatefabricswithlightto normalsoil .
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Models VBXRI070and VBXR2070 LOADSIZE WASH OFF PERM . PRESS RINSE TEMPERATURE , _ _ / _ KNITS MEDIUM WARM COLD COLD . , , , . . , , . , , . . . . _ HOT LIGHT SOl [ . . . _ _ V _ , Jf _ " NORMAL HEAVV _ _ T - _ FF Iii Ig El Model VJSR2070 WASH OFF LOADSIZE RINSETEMPERATURE * MEDIUM WARM PERMANENT PRESS COLD KNITS SOAK EXTRA _ EXTRA DEUCATES LIGHT SOIL SMALL _ LARGE NORMAl HEAVY OFF IB Ig El ( " , _ , _ : . _ _ Control eumys - - Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering . _ r _ Load Size The w ; lter le ' _ el should just ( o , _ er tl _ e ( lodges Adjust the load size a ( ( ordingly Loosely lo ; _ d ( lodges no higher than tl _ e top row of holes in tl _ e washer rob . D Wash / Rinse Temperature Select the water temperature fiw the wash and rinse cycles . Follow tl _ e water temperature guide on the washer lid . Wash Cycle The wash ( _ , ( le ( onuols tl _ e lengd _ of tile w ; _ shing pro ( ess . The ( hart below xx41h1elp you mat ( h tl _ e wash ( ¢ , ( le seuing _ x4thyour ( lodfing . COTTONSREGULAR Forheavyto lightlysoiledcottons , householdlinens , workandplayclothes . PERMANENTPRESS Foreasy ( ' areandwrinkle - resistanittems . KNITS Spedallydesignedfor normallysoiledknits . DEUCATES Forlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil . SOAK Forheavilysoiledclothesthatneedto besoakedbeforewashing . Oncethesoakandspincycleis completeresetthe controtlo a washsetting .
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Aboutthe washer control panels . Youcan locate your model number on the label on the front of the washer behind the door . Throughout this manual , features and appearance may vary from your model . Model VBXR0760 LOADSIZE WASH OFF RINSETEMPERATURE EXTRA _ EXTRA COLD , , _ HOT DELICATES MEDIUM WARMcoLD PERMANENTK _ ) _ ITS _ PRESS SMALL _ LARGE COLD _ COLD NORMAL / ' _ , _ , , ' _ NOR _ ill El ' El Model VBSR2080 OFF LOADSIZE WASH PERM . PRESS RINSETEMPERATURE KNITS LARGE SOAK DELICATES WARM COLD LIGHT SOIL NORMAL SMAL _ SUPER COL _ O _ LDCOLD HOT HEAVY SUPERCYCLE OFF ii E Control . ewnys - - Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering . _ r _ Load Size The w ; ltev level should , just ( ; over tl _ e clodles . A ( ! iust tile ] o ; id size ? l _ ( or ( lingly . I _ oosely ] o ; id clodles no higher th ; m tile top r _ ) wof holes in tlle w _ lsher rob . _ J _ Wash / Rinse Temperature Select tl _ ewmer tempermuve ibr tl _ e w _ Jshm _ d rinse cycles . Fol ] _ ) wtl _ e wmer tempermure guide on tl _ e w _ lsherlid . Wash Cycle Tile w _ lsh ( _ , ( : Ie ( omrols the length of the w _ lshingpro _ ess . Tile ( h ? lrt bel _ ) w _ ill help you mmch tl _ e w _ lsh ( _ ' ( ] e setting _ itll your ( ] othing . cor [ oNs REGULARForheavyto lightlysoiledcottons , householdlinens , workandplayclothes . PERMANENTPRESSForeasy ( ' areandwrinkle - resistanittems . KNITS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiledknits . DEHCATESForlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil . SOAK Forheavilysoiledclothesthatneedto besoakedbeforewashing . Oncethesoakandspincycleiscompleteresetthecontrol to awashsetting . 6 ' SUPERCYCLEForheavilyandheavydutyfabrics . Thiscycleprovideslongeragitation .
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Model VVSRI040 OFF LOADSIZE PERM . PRESS WARM WARM SMALLGUPER COLDWASH WARM WASH HOT WASH OFF Model VVXRI040 OFF LOADSIZE PERM . PRESS RM WARM HOT WASH OFF Ii El Control Settings - - Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering . Size The water level should just cover the clod _ es . A ( ! ) ust die load size accordingly . Loosely load clod _ es no higher d _ an die lop row of holes in ll _ e washer rob . D Wash Cycle Select the water temperature ibr the wash and rinse Q - cles . The wash Q , ( le conuols tl _ e lengd _ of tl _ e washing pro ( ess . The ( hart bel ( ) - w _ dll help you match tl _ e wash ( T ( le selling xdd _ your ( lodging . COTTONSREGULAR Forheavyto lightlysoiledcottons , householdlinens , workandplayclothes . PERM . PRESS Foreasy ( : areandwrinkle - resistanittems . 7
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Aboutthe washer control panels . Youcan locate your model number on the label on the front of the washer behind the door . Throughout this manual , features and appearance may vary from your model . Model VWSR3710 OFF WASH WASH LOADSIZE • WRINKLEFREECOTTON SPIN SPEED RINSETEMPERATURE EXTRARINSE OPTIONAEXLTRRAINSE PERMPRESS KNITS GENTLE SUPER FAST GENTLE _ NORMAL • OFF LARGE _ RESET _ . / _ , , _ O DELICATES LIGHTSOIL NORMAL HEAVY SUPERCYCLE D SMALL OFF AUTO SOAK / 15MIN AUTO SOAK / 30MIN IB El El El El Control Settings - - Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering . _ r _ toad Size The water lexe ] should just coxer the clothes . Adjust the load size a ( ( or ( tingly Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in tile washer rob . D Wash / Spin Speed The agitator moves clod _ es atound fin a cleaner wash ; d _ e basket spins liner in fl _ e Q _ cle u _ release wmer flom fl _ e load . Tile " Wash / Spin Speed dial sets tile speed of both fl _ e agitaun and tlle basket . With Normal wash speed , the agitator moxes filster . Use for cottons , denims and play cloflms . With ( ; emle wash speed , tile agitator moves slower . Use for delicate and knit items . The Fast spin speed is fin durable items . Tile Slov , spin speed isfin delicate items like sweaters and lingerie . YVhen using Slow spin speed , _ lothes will be less ( hT fllan using Fast spin speed . _ l Wash / Rinse Temperature Select the water temperature fi ) r tl _ e wash and rinse cycles . Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid . D Extra Rinse When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled ( lothes you may want to use tl _ e Extra Rinse option . This option provides a second deep _ old rinse in the COTTONSQ , ( le . Turn tile ExUa Rinse knob to SEE The washer will pause for a few minutes before the Extra Rinse option begins , Wash Cycle The wash ( _ , ( le ( ont _ ols tl _ e length of tl _ e washing pro ( ess Tile ( hart below will hel l ) you ram ( h t l _ ewash Q , ( le setting with your ( loflfing . COTTONSREGULARForheavyto lightlysoiledcottonsh , ouseholdlinens , workandplayclothes . PERIVPI RESS Foreasy ( ' areandwrinkle - resistanittems . KNITS Speciallydesignedfornormallysoiledknits . DELICATESForlingerieanddelicatefabricswith lightto normalsoil . AUTOSOAK Forheavilysoiledclothesthatneedto besoakedbeforewashingO . ncethesoakandspincycleiscompleteresetthecontrol to a washsetting . oo SUPERCYCLEForheavilysoiledandheavydutyfabrics . Thiscycleprovideslongeragitation .
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About washer featut'es . NOTE . " Not all features are available on all washer models . Liquid Bleach Dispenser ( on some models ) The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach befi ne it reaches into y _ ) ur wash h ) ad . U ( heck clothing care labels fin special instructions . UMeasure liquid bleach cmefiflly , tbllowing instructions on the bottle . • Neverpourundilutedliquidchlorinebleachdirectlyonto clothesor into the washbasket , • Donotpourpowdered bleachinto bleachdlspense _ UBefi ) re starting the washer , pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach dispenser . Avoid splashing or over - filling dispenser . Ifyou prefer to use powdered bleach , add it into the wash basket with your detergent . • Donot mixchlorinebleachwith ammoniaoracidssuchas vinegarand / or rustremove _ Mix / bgcan producea toxicgas whichmaycausedeath , TheAgitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser ( depending on model ) Theagitatorcap Iits into the top of the UAdd water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum till line . agitator . If it accidentally comes off , simply put it back on . The fabric softener dispenserautomatically releases liquid tifl ) ri ( softener at the proper time during the ( ) _ ( le . Donotstopthe washer duringthe first spin . This will cause the dispenserto emptytoosoon . Touse , follow thesesteps : Do not pour anything into the agitator if r - - _ Make sure dispenser is securely attached the agitator cap or dispenser is removed , to agitator . • UUse only liquid tabric softener . Pour into dispenser , using amount recommended on package . Neverpourfabric softenerdirectly on clothes . It may stain them . Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser ( on some models ) U Rem _ ) ve the dispenser tiom the top of the agitator . USeparate the dispenser ( up from the ( over 1 ) vgrasping the top and pushing ( lox _ on the inside of the cup with your fingers . Dispenser cup _ dll pop fiee from the cover . UTo ( lean the dispenser , soak both the dispenser ( up and the dispenser ( over in the following solution : • 7 USgallon ( 3,8 liters ) warmwater • 7 / 4 cup ( 60ml } heavydutyfiquiddetergent • 7 cup ( 240ml } bleach Separate for cleaning , E _ lf necessary , loosen 1 ) uild - up with a clean , soft cloth after soaking . Do not use a stiff brush ; vol _ mav roughen the sm _ h ( e ofthe dispenser . [ _ inse and reasselnble dispenser . Place dispenser back on the agitator .
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Loadingand using the washer . Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering . Sorting WashLoads Colors Soil Fabric Lint Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producers Lights Normal EasyCare LintCollectors Darks Light Sturdy Cottons ProperUseof Detergent Ackl detergent and start the washer betore adding Yell ( an llse less detergent if yell have st ) El water , a clothes so that the detergent can work effectively , smaller load , era lighdy soiled load . Using too little or too nmch detergent is a common cause of laundry problems . Loadingthe Washer • Do not wrap large items like sheets around the I , oad dry items loosely , no higher than the top agitator . row of holes in the washer rob . When loading wet items make sure you set the load / water level high • Do not wash fabrics containing flammable enough to allow the items to move freely . Water materials ( waxes , cleaning fluids , etc . ) . level should just covet the clothes . To add items after washer has started , push in ( ycle knob and • Agitation will not start with the lid up . submerge additional items next to the agitator . ( ; lose the lid and pull Cycle knob out to restart . Careand Cleaningof the Washer WashBasket : I , eave the lid open after washing to Exterior : hnme ( fiately wipe off any spills . Wipe with alh ) w moisture to evaporate . If you want to clean the damp cloth . TU not to hit smtiice with sharp objects . basket use a clean soft cloth dmnpened with liquid Moving and Storage : Ask the service technician to detergent , then rinse . ( Do not use hmsh or gritty remove water fiom drain pump and hoses . Do not cleaners . ) store the washer where it will be exposed m the FillHoses : Hoses connecting washer to grocer should weather . Beti ) re moving , the shipping rod nmst be be replaced eve U 5 years . reinstalled . The shipping rod keeps the mb stationa U and prevents damage to the washer . Reti _ r to the LintFilter . The lint fiher is located under the agitator . Installation Instructions that ( ame with your washer It is sell : cleaning and requires no maintenance . ti ) r the correct positioning of the shipping rod . LongVacationsB : e sure water supply is shut offat grocers . Drain all water tiom hoses if weather will be below fieezing . 10
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FabricCareLabels Below are fabric care label " syml ) ols " that aftect the clothing you will be laundering . WASH LABELS wash m m cycle Norma , p . . . . . . . . . . . t Press / Gentled / Do not wash Do not wring wrinkle resistant delicate Hand wash Water • • • • • • temperature Not Warm Co , d / coo , ( 50 " C / 1Z0 " F ) ( 40 - C / 105 - F ) ( 30 - C / 85 T ) DRY LABELS lbqlbqIb - I Tumble D dry Do not dry Dry Normal Pernlanent Press / Gentle / Do not tumble dry ( used withsh ) wrinkle resistant delicate do not wa Heat ® ® • setting Medium Low No heat / air High Line dry / Drip dry Dry flat In the shade hang to dry BLEACHLABELS Blea _ ch _ , _ \ Z _ symuol _ Any bleach Only . . . . . . . hlorirle bleach Do not bleach ( when needed ) ( when needed ) 11
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Before ou call forservice . . . Troubleshooting tips Save time and money ! Review the charts on the following pages first andyou may not need to carl for service . WATER PossibleCauses WhatToDo Toomany suds Type of detergent • Sxdtrh to a lower sudsing detergent brand and fi ) lh ) xv instructions on paclclge . Verysoftwater • T U less detergent . Too much detergent . • Measure your detergent carefiflly . Use less soap if you have soti water , a smaller load , era lightly soiled load . Water leaks Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections me fight at tmmets and make improperly connected sure end of & ain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain thcility . Household drain may • Check household plumbing . You may need to call a be clogged plumber . Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the thucels and turn the water offaiier to the fill hoses at the each use . water source • Check condition ofthe fill hoses ; they may need replacement after 5 yems . Using too much detergent • Use less detergent . Use less soap if you have soil wamr , a in washer smaller load , or a lightly soiled load . Water temperature Control is not set properly • Check water temperature control and a _ ! just . is incorrect Water supplyis turned off • Turn both hot and cold fitucets tully on and inake sure or improperly connected hoses are connecmd to correct timcets . Water valve screens are • Turn off'the water source and renlove the water connection stopped up hoses fiom the upper back of the washer . Use a brash or toothpi & to clean the screens in the machine . Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on . House water heater is • Make sure h _ ) use water heater is delivering w ; tter not set properly at 120 ° F . - 140 ° F . ( 48 ° C . - 60 ° C . ) . Waterwon'tdrain Drain hose is ldnked or • Suaighten ( hain hose and make sure washer is not sitting improperly connected on it . • Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft . above floor . / 2
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OPERATION Possible Causes What ToDo Washerpauses in cycle The washer normally pauses between washing steps Washer won't operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure ( ord is plugged se ( urely into a working outlet . Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and ( aM fhu ( ets flflly OIL Controls are not set • Che ( k controls and make sure Cy ( le knob is pulled out properly to 0N positi ( m . Lid is open • ( h ) se lid and pull Cy ( le knob out to ON position . Circuit breaker / fuse is • Che ( k house ( ir ( uit breakers / fi _ ses . Repla ( e fi _ ses or tripped / blown reset breaker . Washer should have sepa _ ne outlet . PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What ToDo Clothes too wet Incorrect spin cycle • Make sure the spin Q , cle selected matches the h ) ad you selected are washing . Some fabri ( s will feel wetter when rinsed xdth ( aM water . Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric • Check fabri ( soft ener pa ( l _ lge for instm ( tions and follow softener dire ( tions fi ) r using dispenser . • PreHeat stain and rewash . Dye transfer • Sort whites or lightly coh ) red items fiom dark coh ) rs . Grayed or yellowed Not enough detergent • Usemore detergent ( espedallywith larger loads ) . clothes Hard water • Use a water ( onditioner like ( algon brand or install a water softener . Water is not hot enough • Make sure water heater is delivering x _ wter at 4 ° " ( ° 120 ° F . - 14 ( l ° F . ( 8 C . - 6 ) C . ) . Washer is overloaded • Select h ) ad size to match ch ) thes h ) ad . Detergent is not • Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before dissolving you h ) ad ( h ) thes . Dye transfer • Sort ( h ) thes by ( oh ) r . lffabri ( label states wash separately , unstable dyes may be indi ( ated . Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried • If you do not ( h T your dot hes with a ch ) thes ( hyer , your clothes ( h ) thes may retain more lint . Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers fiom lint collectors . Washing too long • Wash small h ) ads fi ) r a shorter time than larger h ) ads . Detergent not dissolving • Add detergent as wash basket fills with water , before you h ) ad clothes . • T _ y a liquid detergent . • Use walulei watei teulpeiatuie . Overloading • Load ch ) thes no higher than the top row of holes in the washeI " tub . • Make sure h ) ad size selector matches ch ) thes h ) ad size . Incorrect use of fabric softener • Check fhbri ( softener pa ( katge fi ) r instm ( tions and folh ) w dire ( tions for using dispenser . / , 7
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Before ou call forservice . . . ( con ) PERFORMANCE PossibleCauses WhatToDo Pilling Result of normalwear on • While this is not caused by the washer , you can slow tile poly - cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out . fuzzy fat ) Tics Snags , holes , tears , rips Pins , snaps , hooks , sharp • Fasten snaps , hooks , buttons , and zippers . or excessive wear buttons , belt buckles , • Remove loose items like pins , obje ( ts in po ( kets zippers , and sharp objects and sharp buttons . left in pockets • Turn knits ( which snag easily ) inside out . Undiluted chlorine bleach • ( heck bleach paclclge insu _ uctions fi ) r proper mnount . • Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach . Chemicals like hair bleach • Rinse items that may have chemicals on them befi _ re or dye , permanent wave washing . solution Wrinkling Improper sorting • Avoid mixing hemy items ( like work clothes ) _ dth light items ( like blouses ) . • T _ Ta fitbric softener . Overloading or • I _ oad your washer so clothes have en { ) ugh room incorrect water level to m { ) ve fieely . Incorrect wash and • Match C } xle selection to the / } ] _ e offitbric you are dry cycles washing ( espedally tOTeasy cme loads ) . Repeated washingin • Wash in warm or coldwater . water that is too hot NOISE PossibleCauses WhatToDo Washer is noisy Washer is uneven • To level the tiont of tile washer , a ( ! just the tiont leveling legs by rotating tile individual leg in the proper direction fi ) r up or do _ 11 . To level back of washer , lift back of machine 4 " and set down . Washer load is • l'ush the Cycle knob in to stop the washer , open the lid unbalanced and redisuibute the load evenly . Close the lid and restart . Shipping rod is still assembled • To remove shipping rod flom washer , pull yellow mg and in unit attached rod fiom the bottom right hand side of washer . ) Washer is sitting too close • t ull washer away fiom the wall ; about 4 " is needed . to wall ( causes knocking during cycle ) OTHER PossibleCauses WhatToDo Labels on the exterior Occasionallythe adhesive • Use a hair ( hyer set at tile lowest heat setting , directingwill of the washer will not used on the labels does tile air at the label fi ) r a short am _ ) unt of dine . This peeloffcleanly not release cleanly release the adhesive easily , with _ ) ut dmnaging the surLtce of the washer . / 4
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Hotpoint Washer Warranty technician . For service , call 800 - GE - CARES . _ II warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care _ For The Period Of . " We Will Replace : One Year Anypart of tile washer whirh t , tils due 1o > ldetect in m > lieri > ds or w { ) rktn > mship . During this Fromthe date of the full one - yearwarranty'we _ dll'also prox4 ( le , free ofcharge , ' all labor and in - home ser _ 4 ( eto repla ( e originalpurchase the ( letective part . Five Years The transmission , if it sh _ ) uld fifil due to a ( letect in materials or workmanship . During this From the date of the five - year limited warran { y , you _ fill be responsible fi ) r any labor or in - home se _ x - icecos / s . originalpurchase TwentyYeats The washer basket , if it should fhil ( h _ e to a ( letbct in materials or workmanship . During this Fromthe date of the twenty - year limited warranty , y ( ) u will be responsible fi ) r any labor or in - home service costs . originalpurchase What Is Not Covered : • Service trips to your home to teach you how to use • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers . the product . • Improper installation . • Damage to the product caused by accident , fire , floods or acts of God . • Failure of the product if it is abused , misused , or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially . • Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible defects with this appliance . Thiswarrantyis extendedto theonginapl urchasearndanysucceedinogwnerforproductspurchasedforhomeusewithintheUSA , InAlaska , the warrantyexcludesthecostofshipplbgorservicecallstoyourhome , Somestatesdonotallow theexclusionorlimitationof incidentaol rconsequentiadlamagesT , hiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights , andyou mayalsohaveothd r / _ ihtswhichvaryfromstateto state , Toknowwhatyourlegalnlqhtsare , consulyt ourlocald statecensuredaffairsofficed yourstate _ AttorneyGeneral , Warrantor : General Electric Company . Louisville , KY 40225 / 5
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Service TelephoneNumbers . / n - Home Repair Service 800 - GE - CARES ( 800 - 432 - 2737 ) Expert ( ; E repair servi ( e is only a phone ( all away . ServiceContracts800 - 626 - 2224 Purchase a ( ; E sexx : i ( e ( onUaut while your warranty is still in effect and you'll re ( eive a substantial discount . GE ( onsumer Ser _ dcexdll still be there after your warranty expires . PartsandAccessories800 - 6264002 Individuals qualified to service their ox _ l _ appliances can have p _ uts or accessories sent directly to thdr homes ( VISA , Master ( md and Discover cmds are accepted ) . Instructionscontainedinthismanualcoverproceduresto beperformedby anyuser . Otherservicing generallyshouldbereferredtoqualifiedservicepersonnel . Cautionmustbe exercised , since improperservicingmaycauseunsafeoperation . Service Satisfaction Ifyou are not satisfied xdth the setx : ice you receive flom ( iE : First , contact the people who serx4ced your appliance . Next , if you me still not pleased , _ ite all the details - including your phone mmlber - to : Manager , Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Pmk I , ouisville , KY 4 ( 12 _ 25 _ Printed in Louisville , KY