GE Spacemaker WSXH208 Safety guide

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Safety Instructions ............ 3, 4
Operating Instruc_tions
Control Panels .................. 5
Control Settings .................. 5
Fabric Care I,abels ............... 10
Features ...................... 6, 7
Loading and Using the _'asher . . . .8, 9
Installation Instruc_tions ...... 11-16
Drain Requirements ............. 14
Electrical Requirements .......... 14
Installing the _'asher . ......... 15, 16
Location of Your _'asher . ......... 19
Preparing to Install Your _'asher . . .11
Replacement Parts ............... 16
Rough-ha Dimensions ............ 19
Unpacking Your _4'asher . ......... 13
_4'ater Supply Requirements ....... 14
Troubleshooting Tips ......... 17-19
Customer Service
Service Telephone Numbers ...... 92
¼'arrantv for U.S. Customers ...... 90
VVarranty for Canadian Customers . . .91
U.S. Modds:
WSXH208
WPXH2 l 4
Canada Models:
WCXH208
WCXH2 l 4
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guidelines for energy eflicienc}.
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ore" chart of Troubleshooting lips fi_t, you may not need to call fin" service at all.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING! Foryoursafetheinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetherisk
off ire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or
loss of life.
Theinstructions in this manual and aft other literature included with this washer are
not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good,safe
practices and caution MUSTbe applied when installing, operating, and maintaining
any appliance.
WATERHEATERSAFETY
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 tot t_x_ x_eeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or iqjtu y by
turning on all hot x_:_ter timcets and allowing them to mn tot several minutes. Do this betore 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 tlse an open flame or appliance dunng
this process.
PROPERINSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
• Install or store _here it will Ilot be exposed to • Properly grotlI]d washer to conJi)rm _]th all
temperattues below fleezing or exposed to the g_)veming codes and ordinances. D)llow details in
weafl_er Installation Instructions.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
• Keep the area underneath and around w)ur
appliances flee of combustible materials such as
lint, paper; rags and chemicals.
• Do not leave the washer door open. An open door
could entice children to hang on the door or
crawl inside the washe_:
• Close supervision is necessa_ T if this appliance is
used b_ or near children. Do not allow children to
pla) on, with, or inside this or am other appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WHENUSINgTHEWASHER
Use thb
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
• Never reach into washer while it is moving.
Wait until the machine has completely stopped
befln'e opening the door.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or
acids such as vinegar and/or rust relnover.
Mixing difti_rent chemicals can produce a toxic
gas which may cause death.
described in •Do not wash or (h) articles that haxe been
this Owner's cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted
with combustible or explosive substances (such
Manual 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 rise or place these
stlbstances ai'otlnd VO/li" washei" of dryer dtlring
ol) era tion.
• The latmdry process can reduce the flame
retardancy of fhbrics. To avoid such a result,
careflfllv follow the garment inanufhcturer's
wash and care instructions.
• Never attempt to operate this appliance if
it is damaged, malflmctioning, partially
disassembled, or has missing or broken parts,
including a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not slam the washer door closed or try
to fi)rce the door open when locked (Door
i,ock light ON). This could result in damage
to the washer.
• The washer is equipped with an electrical
overload protector. The motor will stop if it
becomes overheated. The washer will
automatically restart atter a cool-down
period of up to 30 minutes, if the washer
has not been manually turned off during
this time.
• To minimize the possibili U of electric shock,
tml)lug this appliance fl'om the power SUl)ply
or disconnect the washer at the household
distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker befiwe
attempting any maintenance or cleaning,
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to
an off position does NOTdisconnect the
appliance fi'om the power sui)ply.
WHENNOTIN USE
• Turn off water fhucets to relieve pressure on
hoses and wdves and to minimize leakage if
a break or _upture should occm'. Check the
condition of the fill hoses; they should be
replaced every 5 years.
• gefin'e discarding a washer, or removing it
frOlIl service, reli/ove the washer door to
prevent children fl'om hiding inside.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
this appliance mfless specifically recommended
in this Owner's Manual, or in published use__
repair instructions that wm tmderstand and
have the skills to carry out.
• Do not tamper with controls.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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00IV,
Models WCXH208 and WSXH208
4 TEMPERATURES CYCLE SIGNAL
w_emE_
WARM C01D
C01D C01D
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EXTRA RINSE
_noNs/_sY_
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Features and appearance may vary.
ControlSettings
OAutomatic Dispenser and Safety Latch
Safet_ latch slides to the right to open drawer. (I,atch locks to the leit on its own.) Add detergent,
liquid bleach and fabric softener to this drawer,
OTemperature
Select the water temi)erature for the wash and rinse (_(-les. Always follow garment manufacturer's
care label or instHictions when latmdering.
Wash Cycle
The wash (wle controls the length of the washing process, The chart below will hel I) you match the
wash cycle setting with yore" loads,
For heavily soiled and protein-stained items. Follow PreWash with a complete wash cycle.
For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
Forwrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
For lightly soiled lingerie and special-care fabrics.
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PREWASH
COTTONS
EASYCARE
DEUCATES/
ULTRACARE
QUICKWASH
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For lightly soiled items you need in a hurry.
Final Spin Speed (on some models)
The Fast spin speed is for din'able items.
The Nomml spin speed is fl)r delicate items like sweaters and lingerie,
When using Normal spin speed, clothes will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.
Set the desired wash cycle by imshing in cycle knob and tm'ning clockwise.
Start the washer by closing the door and pulling out the cycle knob.
To stop the washer, push in the cycle knob and pull out to restart,
•Thewasher wi//not operate with the door open.
• Thedoor wit automatically lock during the entire wash cycle.

Aboutthe washer features. NOTE:Not all features are available on all washer models.
Cycle Signal (on some models)
_l_en the Cycle Signal is ON it will s(mnd
at the end of the cycle. The signal can be
set at OFF (no sound), LOUD or anywhere
in between.
EXTRA RINSE
C0TrONS/_SY CARE
ON 0FF
Extra Rinse
(available on some cycles)
Use an extra rinse when additional rinsing
is desired to remove excess dirt and
detergent fl'om soiled loads.
DOOR
LOCKED
Door Locked Indicator Light
The indicator light is ON and the door is
locked when the cycle knob is pulled out,
The light tm'ns OFF at the end of the cycle.
Auto Temp(onsome models)
AUTO TEMP senses the incoming water
teml)eramre and a(!iusts the fill water to
obtain the correct wash temperatm'e. This
ti_atm'e is acfiw_ted only when selecting a
COLDor WARMwash temperature.
For example, if a COLDwash is selected,
some warn/ water may be added to reach
a temperatm'e needed to better dissolve
detergents. Often, dete_Nents are not
complemly dissolved in \'e_' cold water;
especially in cooler climates.

The Dispenser Drawer
Slowly ol)en the dispenser drawer by first
sliding the safety latch to the right, then
pulling the drawer out until it stops.
After addinglaundryproducts,slowlyclosethe
dispenserdrawer Closingthedrawertooquickly
couldresult in earlydispensingof thebleachand
fabricsoftener
Youmay see water in the bleach and fabric
softener compartments. Thisis a result of the
s/phoning action and is part of the normal
operation of the washer
AIf thedispenserdrawerispulledout
morethan1-1/2"whenthe washeris in
operation,thewasherwit shut off. The
DOORLOCKindicatorhghtwit turnoff and
thedoorwill beunlockerLSlowlyclosethe
drawer,andthewasherwill automatically
resume operation.
The Detergent Compartment
•Add measured detergent to the
detergent compartment of the
dispenser drawer.
• Detergent is flushed from the
dispenser at the beginning of the
cycle, Either powdered or liquid
detergent can be used.
NOTE:Liquiddetergentwill draininto the
washer drum as it is addecL
•Low sudsing detergent is
recommended for this washer. Use
the manufacturer's recommended
anlount,
• Detergent usage may need to be
adjusted for water temperature,
water hardness, size and soil level
of the load. Avoid using too much
detergent in your washer as it can
lead to oversudsing and detergent
residue being left on the clothes.
\
TheLiquidBleach Compartment
If desired, measure out the recommended
amotmt of liquid chlorine bleach, not to
exceed 1/3 cup (80 ml) and I)Om" into the
center compartment labeled "LI@JID
BLEACH" marked with this symbol/_. "t_Yk3
Do not exceed the maximum fit fine. Overfilling
can cause early dispensing of the bleach which
could result in damagedclothes.
NOTE:Do not use powdered bleach in the
dispenser
The Fabric Softener Compartment
It desired, pore" the recommended
amotmt of liquid fabric sottener into
the compartment labeled "FABPdC
SOFTENER" and marked with this
symbol @_.
Dilute with water to the maximum fill line.
Do not exceed the maximum fill hne. Overfilling
can cause early dispensing of the fabric softener
which could stain clothes.
NOTE:Donotpourfabricsoftenerdirect/yon
thewashloacL

Loadingand usingthe washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
SortingWashLoads
Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.
Colors Soil Fabric Lint
Whites Heavy Delicates LintProducers
Lights Normal EasyCare Lint Collectors
Darks Light Sturdy Cottons
•Combinelarge andsmall items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than half the total
wash loacL
• Do not wash single items. This may cause an out-of-balance loacLAdd one or two similar items.
Loadbg the Washer
Wash (hun/ may be fllllv loaded with loosely
added items. Do not wash fabrics containing
flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
To add items after washer has started, push in
cycle knob and wait tmtil there is no longer any
water on the door window. Do not force open the
locked door; open gently: Add items, close the
door and pull cycle knob out to restart.
Careand Cleaning
Exterior: hnmediatelv wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with
sharp objects.
Interior: Dry arotmd the washer door opening, flexible gasket and (loot" glass. These areas should
always be clean to ensure a water tight seal.
Moving and Storage:Ask the service technician to remove water fl'om drain pump and hoses.
Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. When moving the washer, the
tub should be kept statiomH T by using the brackets and bolts removed during installation. See
Installation Instructions in this book. If these parts are not available, they can be ordered in the
United States by visiting ore" X.Vebsite at GEAi)pliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES. In Canada,
write to Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 1 Factory i,ane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B.
E 1 C 9M3.
LongVacations:Be sm'e water sui)ply is shut off at fimcets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will
be below freezin ,

Lock tab is visible only after drawer
has beenpulled out
Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and tabric softener may build up in the
dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.
• Remove the drawer by fi_t sliding the safew latch to the right, then pulling
the drawer out tmtil it stops. Reach back into the leii rear corner of the
drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab, pulling out the drawer.
• Remoxe the inserts from the bleach and fabric softener compartments.
Rinse the inserts and the drawer with hot water to remoxe traces of
acctmmlated latmdr,x products.
• To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess. Remove
all residue fl'om the upper and lower parts of the recess.
• Retm'n the bleach and fabric softener inserts to the proper compartments.
Replace the dispenser drawer and mn the PREX4;_SH or QUICK X4;_SH cycle
without any wash load in the (hmn.

Aboutthe washerfeatures.
FabricCareLabels
Below are ti_bfic care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be l_ltlndeiJn_.
WASH LABELS
ch;neUU
wash __ =
cycle Normal P.......... t Press/ Gentle/ Do not wash Do not wring
wrinkle resistant delicate Hand wash
Water • • • • • •
temperature ,or w.... Co,d/coo,
(50"C/120"F) (40"C/105°F) (30°C/85"F)
DRYLABELS
dry Dry Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/
wrinkle resistant delicate
Do not dry
Do not tumble dry (used with
do not wash)
setting Higil Medium Low No heat/air
instructions Line dry/ Drip dry Dry flat
hang to dry
BLEACHLABELS
Symu01_ AnyHeaoh O,,IV.......Hori,,obleoch Donot,leaoh
(when needed) (when needed)
Pq
In the shade
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Installation
Instructions Spacemaker er
Models WCXH208
WCXH214
WSXH208
WPXH214
ffyou haveanyquestions,call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)orvisitourWebsiteat: GEAppliances.com ]In Canada,call 1.800.361.3400orvisitourWebsiteat:geappliances.ca I
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT -S_,,ethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
•IMPORTANT -Obse,ve;,ll
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these
instructions with tile Consumer.
•Note to Consumer - KeeI)these instructions
for flmu'e reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical and electrical skills,
• Completion time - 1-3 hours
" Proper installation is tile responsibility of tile
installer.
t Product tailure due to improper installation is not
covered trader tile _'arrant>
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
-_ WARN IN G
" This appliance must be properly grounded and
installed as described in these Installation Instructions.
• Do uot install or store appliance in an area where it
will be exposed to water/weather. See Location of Your
Washer section.
•NOTE: This applimace must be properly grounded,
mad electrical service to the washer must conform with
local codes mad ordJnmaces mad the latest edition of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or in
Canada, CSA C22.1 CmmdJm_ Electrical Code Part 1.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
WASHER INSTALLATION
1/4" mK driver
3/8" socket with ratchet
3/8" open-end wrench
A(!iustable wrench or 7/16" socket with ratchet
A(!iustable wrench or 9/16" open-end wrench
Cham_el-lock a(!j ustable plieI_
Caq)enter's level
PARTS SUPPLIED
Cable Tie
UJ Water Hoses (2)
Rubber _'ashers (4)
11

Installation Instructions
LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
Do Not Install the Washer:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside
weather conditions, The ambient teml)erature
should never be below 60°F (] 5.6°(;) fin" proper
washer ol)eration.
2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains
or drapes,
3, On carpet, The floor MUST be a hard surface with
a maximmn slope of l/2" per foot (1.27 cm per
30 cm). To make sm'e the washer does not vibrate
or illove, yO/I Ill}IV have to reinforce tile floor.
IMPORTANT:
Minimum Installation Clearances
" _4]/en installed in alcove: Sides, Rein;
Top : 0" (0 cm)
" _]_en installed in closet: Sides, Rein;
Top = 0" (0 cm), Front = 1" (2.54 cm)
" Closet door ventilation openings required:
2 lou\'e_ each 60 square in. (387 cm_), located 3"
(7.6 cm) fl'om top and bottom of door
Undercounter Installation
If an tmderco/mter* installation is desired, )ou MUST
install a top sheet kit, 14-A037. This kit is axailable through
your (;E retaile_;
*Custom-sized countertop is required.
Mobile Home Installation
Installation must confimn to Standard for Mobile Homes,
ANSI A119.1 and National Mobile Honle Construction
and Safety Standards Act of 1974 (PI,93-383).
ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS
17
(43.2) ,_
3A 24%
(62.9) I(11s24
Power
Cord
33V2
(85)
SIDE
inch (cm) Adjustable Legs
36
(91.5)
Under
Counter
34%
(87.9)
2_
(7.3)
Water
Inlets
31%
(80.3)
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Installation Instructions
UNPACKING THE WASHER
/k WARNING:
bags after tile washer is unpacked. Children might use
then/fi_I" play. Caroms covered with rugs, bedspreads,
or plastic sheets can become airtight chambe_
causing suffocation. Place all materials in a garbage
container or make materials inaccessible to children.
1. Cut tile shipping carton along tile dotted line at tile
base of tile refit.
2. X4q/ile it is in tile carton, careflfllv lay tile washer on its
back side.
_. Rellloxe tile sgrofoalll base.
4. Careflfll) retm'n tile washer to an ui)ri,d/t_ position and
i'eillO'_e tile cai'ton.
5. Careflfll) move tile washer to within 4 teet (122 cm) of
the final location,
6. Remove tile fi>llowing fl'om tile back side of tile washer:
4 bolts
4 yellow plastic space_
3 metal "P" clamps
BOLT
SPACER
"P" CLAMP
7. Remove tile service panel fl'om tile fl'ont _ff tile washer:
8. Remove the 4 nuts mad 6 large washers that attach the
2yellow shipping braces to the drum m_d the base.
Lift up on the drum and remove the braces (a yellow
ribbon sttrrom_ds the items to be removed). These
braces must be removed to allow the power supply
cord to be released from the shipping ring.
NOTE: b_ailm'e to remove tile shipping braces can cause
tile washer to become severely tmbalanced.
9. Rein{we tile large St}TOfi)anl block located trader tile
drain, i,ilt up on tile drum, tilt tile base of tile loam
block inwards toward tile rear of tile washer until ti'ee,
and then pull tile block out.
10. I_.eInove and discard tile vellow ribbon and label from
tile fl'ont of tile washer.
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11. From tile rear ot tile washer; careflflly pull out tile
power supply cord through tile hole in tile backsheet.
12. Replace tile service panel and screws.
Save all bolts, washers, spacers, brackets, damps, mad
blocks for future use.
NOTE: If you must transport tile washer at a later date,
you Inust reinstall tile shipping support hardware to
prevent shipping damage. Keep the hardware ill the
plastic bag pr_wided.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and grounded
15-amp branch circuit fllsed with 15-amp time-delay fllse
or circuit breaker:
POWER SUPPLY- 2-wire, with gro/md, 120wolt, single-
phase, 60-Hz, Mternating CmTent.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly gro/mded
3-prong receptacle to be located so the power supply cord
is accessible when the _z_sl/e_"is in an installed position,
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GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
AWARNING: Imp,ope,connectionofthe
equipment g_x)mMing conductor can result in a risk
(ff electrical shock. Check with a licensed electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is
l>ropedy gromMed.
1. The washer MUST be gro/mded. In the event oI
malflmction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk (ff electrical shock by providing a path of least
resistance fi)r electrical current.
Since yore" washer is equipped with a power supply
cord having an equii)ment-gromMing conductor and
a gro/mding plug, the plug MUST be plugged into an
al)propfiate , coppe_vired receptacle that is properly
installed and gro/mded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances or in the absence ot local codes,
with the National Electrical Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70
(latest edition). If in doubt, call a licensed electfidan.
DO NOT etlt off or alter tile gro/mding prong on tile
power supply cord. In situations where a t_x_-slot
receptacle is present, it is the ()wner's responsibility to
have a licensed electridan replace it with a properly
grounded three-prong grounding-tyl)e recei)tacle.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot and cold water fimcets MUST be installed within
42 inches (] 07 cm) of yore" washer's water inlet. Tile
fimcets MUST be 3/4" (1.9 cm) garden hose-t),l)e so
inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressm'e MUST be
between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch (maMmum
tmbalanced pressm'e, hot vs. cold, l 0 psi.) Yore" water
department can advise w)u of yore" water pressm'e.
The hot _;_ter temperatm'e should be set to deliver
water at 120 ° to 140°F (48°-60°C).
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
1. Drain capable ot eliminating 17 gals (64.3 I,)
per minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1 1/4" (3.18 cm) minim urn.
3. Tile standpipe height above tile floor
should be:
Minimum height: 24" (61 cm)
Maxim um height: 96" (244 cm )
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BACK
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96 in.
(244 cm)
Max.
24 in.
(61 cm)
Min.
NOTE: Tile drain hose attached to tile washer can reach
a 58" (147 cm) high standpipe. For a higher standpipe,
contact an authorized parts distributor: If tile drain is less
than 24" (61 cm), install a siphon break kit, available at
yore" local hardware store.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WASHER
1. Run some water fl'om the hot and cold timcets to flush
the water lines and remove pmlicles that might clog up
the water \_d\'e screens.
2. Remove the inlet hoses and rubber washers fl'om the
plastic bag and install the rubber washers in each end
of the inlet hoses.
3. (90 ° elbow end)
Carefifllv connect the inlet
hose marked HOT to the
outside "H" outlet ot the
water \:dye. Tighmn by
hand, then tighten another
2/3 turn with pliers.
Careflfilv connect the other
inlet hose to the inside "C"
outlet of the wamr wflve. Tighten by hand; then tighten
another 2/3 turn with pliers. Do not crossthread or
over-tighten these commctions.
4. Connect the inlet hose ends to the HOT and COI,D
water timcets tightly by hand, then tighten another 2/3
ttlFn with pliers. Tm'n the water on and check fin" lea!<s.
5,
6,
Carefldlv move the washer to its final location. Genflv
lifi up on the fl'ont of the washer and slide back.
NOTE: Do not use the dispenser drawer or door to lift
the washe_:
X_]th the washer in its
final position, place a
level on top of the
washer (if the washer
is installed trader a
('o(]nte I', the ,,'_,sh el" __
should not be able to
rock). Ac!just the front
leveling legs up or
down to ensure the washer is resting solid. Turn the
lock nuts on each leg up towards the base of the
washer and snug with a wrench.
NOTE: Kee I) the leg extension at a minimum to
prevent excessive vibration. The timher out the
legs are extended, the more the washer will vibrate.
If the floor is not level or is damaged, you may have
to extend the rear leveling legs. Dn" undercounter
installations, you can ac!itlSt the rear legs by removing
the fl'ont service panel.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WASHER (cont.)
7. FoIm a U shape on tile end of tile drain hose with
tile hose pointed toward tile drain. Place tile hose
ill a latmdrv tub or standpipe and secure it with
the cable tie provided ill the enclosure package.
NOTE: If the drain hose is placed ill a standpipe
without fimning a U shape, a siphoning action could
occur. There must be an air gap around tile drain hose.
A snug hose fit can also cause a siphoning action.
CableTie Cable Tie
CableTie
8. Plug tile power cord into a grounded outlet.
NOTE: Check to be sure the power is off at a
circuit breaker/flBe box before plugging tile power
cord into an outlet.
9. Turn on tile power at a circuit breaker/flBe box.
10. Read the rest of this Owner's Manual. It contains
wduable and hell)rift inf'ornmtion that will save vou
time and monev.
11. Before strutting the washer, check to make sure:
Main power is turned on.
Tile washer is plugged ill.
F_ITile water tilucets are ttlrned on.
F_IThe unit is level.
Tile shiI)I)ing suI)port hardware is relnoved
and saved.
F_IThe drain hose is propeity tied ill).
F_IThere are no leal<s at the timcet, drain lille
or washei:
12. Run tile washer through a comi)lete cycle. Check
for water leaks and prol)er ol)eration.
13. If your washer does not operate, please review
the Before YouCallForService section before
calling fin" service.
14. Place these instiuctions ill a location near the
washer for fllture reference.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
If replacement parts are needed fin" your washei; they
can be ordered ill the United States by visiting our
_4'ebsite at (;EAi)pliances.con_ or by calling
800.GE.(:ARES. Ill Canada, write to Manager,
(]onsulner Relations, Canlco Inc., 1 Factory i,ane,
Suite 310, Moncton, N.B. El(: 9M3.
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Waterleaks
Possible Causes What ToDo
Fill hoses or dJcaJnhose is
improperly commcted " Make sure hose c(mnecfions are fight at washer and
fimcets and make sure end of drain hose is correcflv
inserted in and secm'ed to drain ti_cilitv.
Household drain may • Check hotlsehold l)lumbing. _Ammay need to call
be clogged a I)lmube_:
Constaa_t water pressure • Tighten hoses at the timcets and mrn the water off
to the fill hoses at the after each use.
water source " Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be
rel)laced e\'el T 5 VealS.
Oversudshlg • Lrseless detergent or low sudsing detelgent.
Toomanysuds Type of detergent " Switch to alo_sudsing detergent and ti)lh)w
instructions on package.
Very soft water " Try less detergent.
Water won? drain Drain hose is kh_ked or " Straighten drain hose and make stu'e washer is not
improperly commcted sitting on it.
• Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. (2.5 m)
ab()ve flO()l:
Household drain may • Check hot/sehold l)lumbing, xA)u may need to call
be dogged a phm, be_:
Watertemperature Control is not set properly • (Jmck water temperature control and a(!iust.
is incorrect
Water supply is improperly • Make sure hoses are connected to correct thucets.
commcted
Water valve screens are " Ttlr/l ()]'_ the _\;ltel" SOtlFCe :Hid/'elllOVe the l_;iteF (Oll/le(tiOll
stopped up hoses fl'om the upper back of the x_ashec Use a brus]l or
toothl_ick to cleml tim screeHs i_l fire machiHe. Rec(nmect
the hoses mid turll the _ater back on.
House water heater is " Make stlI'e house water heater is delivering water
not set properly at 120°-140°F (48°-60°C).
Water does not enter Water supply is turned off • Tm'n on b()th h()t :rod cold timcets fidlv.
washer or enters slowly
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
WhatToDoPossible Causes
Washerpausesincycle The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
Washer won't operate Washer is tmplugged •Make sm'e cord is I)lugged,, secm'elv• into a working, outlet.
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold taucets flllh on.
Circuit brea_ker/fuse is • Check house circuit breake_s/fllses. Replace fllses or
tripped/blown reset breaker: _'asher should haxe separate outlet.
Controls axe not set • Check controls and make sm'e Cycle knob is pulled out.
properly
Door is open • Close door and pull Cxcle knob out.
Dispenser drawer is open • Close drawe_:
Motor is overheated • "x_asher motor will stop if it becomes oxerheated. It
will automatically restart after a cool down period of
up to 3(1 minutes (if washer has not been manually
ttu'ned off).
Washerwou'tspin Washer door open •Make sure door is closed.
Dispenser drawer open • Close drawe_:
Load is too small • Add one or two similar items to help balance the load.
Possible Causes What To Do
Washer is noisy Washer is uneven • Make sure washer is level and rests firefly on the floox;
Washer load is m_balmlced • Push the Cycle knob in to stop the washe_; open the
door and redistribute the load exenlx. Close the door
and restart.
High pitchjet enghm sotmd • This is nomral durino the spin cvde._,
Squealing seined or hot • _'asher is oxerloaded. Stop washer and reduce load.
rubber odor
Shipping bolts mid fomn block • See Installation Instructions fin" directions to remoxe
have not been removed shipping bolts and loam block.
Rattling mad clanking caused • Check chmn for foreign objects. Ttu'n items with
by foreign objects in tub metal fasteners inside out. Call authorized serxicer to
or pump or metal fasteners inspect pump.
hitting tub
Possible Causes What ToDo
Lintorresidueon
clothes Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers fl'om lint collecting.
Washing too long • Excess wash time max' create lint.
Detergent not dJssolvhag • T_w a liquid detergent.
•[.[se W;iYInei" water telnperattlre.
Overloading • Wash drmn max be rifle loaded xfith loosely added items.
Incorrect use of fabric softener • Check rid)tic softener package fin" instructions and fi)llow
directions for using dispense_:
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::_ Possible Causes What To Do
Clothes too wet Load is too small * Add oue to two similar items.
Load is out of balance • Redistribute h)ad.
Pilling Result of normal wear on • \,_]file this is not caused by the washe_, you can slow file
poly-cotton blends mad pilling process lUwashing gamwnts inside out.
fuzzy fabrics
Grayed or yellowed Not enough detergent •Llse c(m'ect amount o t (letergeut.
clothes Hard water • Use hottest water sale fin" tid)ri('.
• Use a water conditioner like Calgou brand or install
:1 wHteI" S()tiellel',
Water is not hot enough • Make st/I'e wateF l/e:ltel" is deliveYhlg watel" at
120°-140°F (48°-60°C).
Detergent is not • Tin' a liqtfid detergent.
dissolving
Dye trmasfer • Sort clothes by colo_:/f rid)tic label stntes wash separate/V,
trustable ckes may be indicated.
Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric • Check tid)ric softener package fl)r instructions mad fi)llow
softener directions flw using dispeuse_:
Dye transfer • Sort whites or lightly colored items fl'om dark colors.
• Proml)tly l'el//ove W:lsh load fl'om washer.
Wrinkling Improper sorting • Avoid mi_ug heavv items (like work clothes) with
light items (like blouses).
Overloading • l,oa d )'_)tu" washer s_) cloth es have era)ugh I'O_)IU
tO ll/ove fl'eelv.
Incorrect wash cycle • Match (kcle selection to flw tH)e ot rid)rio you are
washing (especially fin" easy care loads).
Repeated wasl_lg in • \4hsh in w:mu or cold water:
water that is too hot
Snags, holes, tears, rips Ph_s, snaps, hooks, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons, and zippers.
or excessive wear buttons, belt buckles, • Remove loose items like pins, ol_jects in pockets
zippers, mad sharp objects
left in pockets and shaq) buttons.
• TlU'U knits (which snag easily) inside out.
Undiluted chlorine bleach • Never add tmdiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes
to come in coutnct with tmdiluted bleach. Follow
directions for use of bleach dispeuse_:
Chemicals like hair bleach
or dye, permm_ent wave
solution
• Rinse items that may have chemicals on them beflwe
washing.
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GEWasher Warranty.(Forcustomers in the United States)
Aft warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, vis# us at GEAppliances.com, or carl
800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty
Model WPXH214
_r _ _ _ ; We Will Replace:
One Year Anypart ot tile washer which thils due to a detect in materials or workmanship. Dm'ing this
From the date of the full one-year warranty, GE will also proxide, free of charge, all labor and related serxice costs
originalpurchase to replace tl/e defe('ti_e part.
SecondYear Anypart of tile washer whi€h £1ils due to a defect in ulaterials or workulanshi[). Dt/x'iilg this
From the date of the additional one-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for am labor and related serxice
original purchase costs.
Third through Fifth Year T_e suspensi_n strut assemb_y_m_t_r _r m_t_r c_ntr_er_ if an_ _ these parts sh_u_d fi_ due
From the date of the to a detect in materials or workmanship. (;E will also replace tile washer door or doorpanel,
origina!purchase it they should rest trader normal operating conditions. During this additional three-year
limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor and related service costs.
Third through Tenth Year The outer tub or driven pulley, it any of these parts sho/fld thil due to a (lefi_(t in materials or
From the date of the workmanship. During this additional eight-year limited warranty, _ou will be responsible for
originalpurchase am' labor and related serxice costs.
Lifetime of Product The inner wash basket, if it should fhil due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Dtu'ing
From the date of the this product lifetime limited warranty, _ou will be responsible for any labor and related
originalpurchase serxice costs.
Model WSXH208
.... We Will Replace:
One Year Any part of tile washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this
From the date of the full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related serxice costs
originalpurchase to replace tile defe(ti'_e part.
Second through Fifth The suspension strut assembly or motor, ifam of these parts sho/fld fhil due to a defect in
Year materials or workmanship. GE will also replace tile washer door or doorpanel, if tile)'
From the date of the should rust trader nomml oi)eratin,_. conditions Dtu_ing, this additional four-year limited warranty,
originalpurchase you will be responsible for any labor and related serxice costs.
second through Tenth The outer tub, if it should fifil due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Dtu'ing this
Year additional nine-year limited warranty, xou will be responsible for am labor and related
Fromthe dateof the serxice costs.
original purchase
second through The inner wash basket, if it should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During
Twentieth Year this additional nineteen-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor and
From the date of the related serxice costs.
original purchase
•Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
• Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
• Failure of the product if it is abused, misttsed, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
• Dmnage after delivery.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
•Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or
acts of God.
•IncidentaJ or consequential dmnage caused by possible
defects with this applimlce.
ThiswarrantyisextendedtotheowinalpurchaserandanysucceedlbgownerforpmductspurchasedforhomeusewithintheUSA.InAlaska,the
warrantyexcludesthecostofshippingorservicecalbtoyourhome.
Somestates do not allow theexclusion or hrnitationof incidental orconsequentialdamages. Thiswarrantygives youspedflc legal @ts, and you
may alsohave otherrights which varyfrom state tostate. Toknow what yourlegal Whts are, consultyourlocal orstate consumeraffairs office or
yourstate# Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company.Louisville, KY40225
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