GE Appliances WSKP2060 User manual

Part No. 175D1807P259 Pub. No. 49-9988 12–98 CG
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WSKP2060
WSKS2060
Owner’s Manual
GE Appliances
Washers

Congratulations!
You Are Now Part of the GE Family.
Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are
committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s
Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your washer. That’s
important, because your new washer will be part of your family for many years. And
we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.
We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will
continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.
A Service Partnership.
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Instructions
Washer Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Control Panels and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Loading and Using the Washer . . . . . . .7, 8
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service . . . . . . . . . .9–11
Customer Service
Warranty for United States . . . . . . . . . . .12
Warranty for Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Service Telephone Numbers . . . . . . . . . .14
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
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You can find them on a label under the lid near the hinge.
Inside you will find many helpful 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 life of your washer.
READ THIS MANUAL
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You
Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting
Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone
call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included
in the back section. Or, in the United States, you can always call the
GE Answer Center®, at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week. In Canada, call 1-800-361-3400.
IMPORTANT!
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

■Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather. ■Properly ground washer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation
Instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks
or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.
If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on
all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance
which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape.
Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.
PROPER INSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If
you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling, toll-free, in the United Statesthe
GE Answer Center
®,
800.626.2000. In Canada, call, 1-800-361-3400.
Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
■Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used
by or near children. Do not allow children to play on,
with, or inside this or any other appliance.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
■Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until
the machine has completely stopped before opening
the lid.
■Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing
different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which
may cause death.
■Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or
explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline,
degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which
may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to
the wash water. Do not use or place these substances
around your washer or dryer during operation.
■ The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy
of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the
garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions.
■To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug
this appliance from the power supply or disconnect
the washer at the household distribution panel by
removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off
position does NOT disconnect the appliance from
the power supply.
■Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing
or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
■Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses
and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or
rupture should occur. Check the condition of the
fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.
■Before discarding a washer, or removing it from
service, remove the washer lid to prevent children
from hiding inside.
■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this
appliance unless specifically recommended in this
Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills
to carry out.
■Do not tamper with controls.
WHEN NOT IN USE
Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.

Washer Connections for WSKP2060.
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips
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Portable One-Faucet Connection
Use the hose connector provided with the
washer for a one faucet connection.
To connect the washer:
■Lift the hoses off the storage rack on the
back of the washer.
■Attach the hose connector to the faucet
adapter by pulling down on the locking
collar while lifting up on the connector
until it snaps into place.
■Make sure the Temperature selector is
set at COLD/COLD.
■Slowly turn on the water faucet all the
way to the desired temperature setting.
■Pull the electrical power cord from the
back of the washer. Plug the power cord
into a 3-prong grounded outlet.
To disconnect the washer:
■Unplug the electrical power cord and
put it back in its storage area.
■Turn the water faucet off.
■Press the red Water Flow button to
release the water pressure.
■Move the locking collar down and pull
the hose connector down to disengage
from the faucet adapter.
■Drain water from the hoses through the
hose connector.
■Hang the hoses on the storage rack.
Portable Two-Faucet Connections
If you have two separate water connections,
your washer can be connected to both the
hot and cold water faucets. This kit can be
purchased from your dealer or from Parts
and Accessories. In the United States, call
800.626.2002. In Canada, consult the yellow
pages for your local Camco number.
To connect the washer:
■ Connect hot and cold water inlet hoses
to the hot and cold faucets.
■Secure the drain hose to the sink or
stand pipe.
■ Plug the power cord into a 3-prong
grounded outlet.
To disconnect the washer:
■Turn water faucets off.
■Unplug power cord and return it to the
storage area.
■Disconnect the drain and water supply
hoses. Hang them on the storage rack.
Hose Connector
Cold
Locking Collar Water
Flow Button
Hose Connector

Find your washer control panel.
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Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
REGULAR
HEAVY SOIL PERM PRESS LIGHT SOIL
REGULAR
MEDIUM SOIL PERM PRESS MEDIUM SOIL
RESET
OFF
START
PAUSE
OFF
RESET
DELICATE
WASH
RINSE
SPIN SPIN ONLY
*PORTABLE SETTING
COLD
COLD* HOT
COLD
WARM
COLD
EXTRA
SMALL
SMALL
LOAD SIZE
LARGE
MEDIUM
TEMPERATURE CYCLES
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
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About the control settings.
Load Size
The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no
higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.
Temperature
Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. NOTE: When using a one-faucet
connection, adjust the water flow mix and water temperature at the faucet. Always follow fabric
manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering.
Cycle Lights
These cycle lights show the operation being performed in the selected cycle. When the cycle is
complete, all the lights will be off.
Wash Cycle
The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. NOTE: The cycle knob will NOT rotate as
the cycle progresses. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
REGULAR For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
PERM For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.
PRESS
DELICATE For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.
SPIN ONLY For handwash items that you don’t want to drip dry. Excess water will be spun out.
RESET/OFF To change the wash cycle setting after starting, turn the dial to RESET/OFF to end the cycle. Select your
new cycle and push the START/PAUSE button to start.
Start/Pause button
Press the START/PAUSE button to start the wash cycle. Also see the description for RESET/OFF.
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