GE WKSR2100T User manual

GEAppliances
WKSR2100T
WKXR2100T
Part No. 175D1807P185 Pub. No. 49-9927

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YouAreNow PartoftheGEFamily.
Welcome to fire GE f_tmily.
We're proud of our quality
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commitmd to providing
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Owner' s Mmmal and you'll
hem il in the fliendly voices
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departmenl.
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these values ea(h time you
do the laun& T. That's
importanl, because your
new washer will be part of
your family for many years.
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Write the modeland serial numbers
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Youcan find them behind the top edge
of the control panel

GE& You,
A Service Partnership_
Ask any GEappliance owner and they will
tefl you we stand behind our products with
unmatched quality service. However, did
you know that most questions result from
simple problems that you can easily fix
yourseff in just a few minutes? This
Owner's Manual can tell you how.
ReadthisManual
Inside you _dll find many
helpflll hinls on how lo use and
mainlain your washer properly.
Just a little preventive care on
your part can save you agreat
deal of time and money over lhe
lite of your washer.
ReviewtheSectionon
TroubleshootingTips
You'll find many answers lo
common problems here.
If you review our charl of
Troubleshooting Tips firsl,
}x)uIn W nol need 1ocall fbr
sel_ice al all.
ff YouNeedService
If you do need sewice, you can
relax knoxdng help isonly a
phone call awW.A lislof loll-flee
CtlSlOlner service nunlbers is
included in the back secuon.
()r)xm can always call ll_e
GE Answer Cenler ®at
800.626.2000, 24 hours a day,
7 days a week.
Safety Information ....... 4-7
OperatingInstructions
ControlPanels .............. 8
ControlSettings............. 9
WasherFeatures....... 1O-12
LoadingandUsing
the Washer ............ 13,14
TroubleshootingTips
Before You
CallForService ......... 15-19
CustomerService
WarrantyInformation ....... 23
Service
TelephoneNumbers..Back Cover
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric
shock, or toprevent property damage, personal injury, or
loss of life.
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WATEt?HEATEt?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 lhe hot waler has not been used for lw() weeks or more, prevent
the possibilily of damage or in.juUby turning on all hot water
fmlcels and allotting them u) nm for several minums. Do this
before using aW electrical appliance which is connected to the
hot water sysmm. This simple procedure xdll allow aW buih-up
h},trogen gas m escape. Since lhe gas is flmnmable, do not smoke
or use an open flmne or appliance during this process.

PROPERINSTALLATION
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 us toll-free at the
GEAnswer Center_ 800.626.2000.
Inslall or sit)re where it x_ll nol
be exposed to temperatures
below fleezing or exposed I1)
lhe wealher.
Properly ground washer 1o
conform xdlh all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow
delails in Inslallafion
Inslnlcfions.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
Keep the area undemealh
and around your appliances
flee of combustible mamrials
such as linl, paper, rags,
chemicals, elc.
Close supervision is necessm T
if dais appliance is used by or
near children. Do nol allow
children 1opl Won, x_dth,or
inside lifts or any ()liter
appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
READALLINFORMATIONBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual
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WHENUSINGTHEWASHER
Never reach into washer while
it is m(Mng. Wait:until tim
machine has complelely
su)pped before opening
the lid.
Do not mix chlorine bleach
xdth mnmonia or acids such
asvinegar and/or n_st
remover. Mixing dilibrent
chemicals can produce a toxic
gas which m W cause deatla.
Do not wash or dUardcles
tlaat have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or
spotted xdfla combustible or
explosive substances (such as
wax, oil, paint, gasoline,
degreasers, &y-cleaning
solvents, kerosene, etc.)
which mW ignite or explode.
Do not add these substances
to tim wash water. Do not use
or place these substances
around >)tar washer or &yer
during operation.
The laun&y process can
reduce tim flmne relardancy
of fabrics. To avoid such a
resuh, careflflly follow tim
garment manufhcmrer's
wash and care instnacfions.
To minimize the possibilily
ofelecuic shock, unplug dais
appliance flom the power
supply or disconnect tim
washer at the household
distribution panel by
removing the fuse or
sxdlching off the circuit
breaker before allempling
any mainmnance or cleaning.
NOTE'Tuming lhe Cycle
Selector knob to an off
posidon does NOTdisconnect
tim appliance flom tim
power supply.
Never allempt to operate dais
appliance ifit isdmnaged,
malflmcuoning, partially
disassembled, or has missing
or broken paris, including a
dmnaged cord or plug.

WHENNOTINUSE
Turn offwaler fmlcels 1o
relieve pressure on hoses and
valves and to minimize
leakage if a break or n_pmre
should occur. Check the
condition of lhe fill hoses;
they m W need replacement
aher 5 )'ears.
Befbre discarding a washer,
or remoxing it flom sel_-ice,
remove the washer lid to
prevent children flom
hiding inside.
Do not attempt lo repair or
replace any pro1 of this
appliance unless specifically
recommended in lhis
()_mer's Manual, or in
published use>repair
inslrucfions fl_atyou
undersland and have the
skills to can)- Otll.
Do not tamper xdlh controls.
REMEMBER...
Your continued health and safety are important to us.
Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our
GEfamily.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe washer controlpanel
Youcan locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel
ModelWKSR2100T
LOADSIZE WASH/SPIN TEMPERATURE
SPEED WARM
LARGE GENTLE NORMAL COLD COLD HOT
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ModelWKXR2100T
COTTONS
REGULAR
AUTO SOAK/
• PERMANENT PRESS
LOADSIZE
EXTRA MEDIUM EXTRA
$MGARGE
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SPEED WARM
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REGULAR
AUTO SOAK/
• PERMANENTPRES$

ControlSettings
LoadSize
The waler level should just cover lhe clothes. A(!jusl the
load size accordingly. Loosely load clolhes no higher lhan
tim lop row of holes in lhe washer lub.
Wash/Spin Speed
The agilalor moves clolhes around for a cleaner wash; lhe
basket spins later in lhe cycle l,) release waler flom lhe
load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sels lhe speed of bolh lhe
agilamr and lhe basket
Wilh Normal wash speed, lhe agitalor moves fasler. I Jse
for coltons, denims and play clolhes. _&rilhGentle wash
speed, lhe aggalor moves slower. Use for delicale and knil
ilems.
The Fasl spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin
speed is for delicate items like swealers and lingerie.
Clolhes _dllbe less dO,lhan when using Fasl spin speed.
Wash/Rinse Temp
Selecl the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles.
Alwws follow fabric manufacturer's care label or
insu-ucfions when laundering. Follow lhe waler
lemperamre g_fide on washer lid.
Wash Cycle
The wash cycle controls the lenglh of lhe washing process.
The charl below xdll help you malch lhe wash c}vle selling
xdlh )x)ur clolhing.
COTTONSREGULARForheawto lightlysoiledcottons,householdlinens,
workandplayclothes.
PERMANENTPRESSForeasycareandwrinkle-resistantitems.
KNITS Speciallydesignedfornormalsoilknits.
DELICATESForlingerieanddelicatefabricswith
lighttonormalsoil.
AUTOSOAK Forheavilysoiledclothes.Beginswith abriefagitation,
soaksfor aspecifiedperiodoftime,thenmoves
throughtherestofthecycleautomatically.
EXTRACLEANING Providesatimedautosoak,extrarinseandextraspin
for heavilysoiledclothes.
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Aboutthe washer features.
NOTE."Not all features are available on all washer models.
A
Liquid Bleach Dispenser(on somemodels)
The dispenser dilutes liquid chlonne 1)leach before it
reaches into your wash load.
Check clothing, care labels tar special insmmfions.
Measure liquid 1)leach careflllly, fi)llowing
insu-ucfions on the bottle.
Boil)re starting the washer, pour measured amounl
' of bleach direcllv into 1)leach dispenser. Avoid
splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you preter 1o
use powdered 1)leach, add it into the wash basket
_th your detergent.
NevapourundilutedliquiddT!orinebleachdirectlyontoClothesor
intothewashbasket
DOnotPOUrpowderedbleachintobleachdispenser.
Donotmix@/orinebleachwithammoniaoracidssuchasvinegar
aM/orrustremover.Mixingcanproduceatoxicgaswhichmay
causedeath.

Agitator Capor Fabric SoftenerDispenser
(dependingon model)
Theagitatorcapfits into the top of the agitator. If it
accidentally colnes ()tt_ simply put it back on.
The fabric so#ener dispenser automatically releases liquid
tabdc softener at the proper lime dining the cycle.
Touse, follow these steps:
Make _sure dispenser__ is_securely, attached to agitator.,
Use only liquid fal)dc softener. Pour into dispenser,
using m_lount recommended on package.
Add water to dispenser until it reaches the
': maximum fill line.
Donotstopthewashaduringthefirstspin,Thiswillcausethe
dispenser to empty tooSoon.
Do not use the FabricSoftener Dispenser with Auto Soak.
Neverpour fabric Softener directly on Clothes.Itmay stain them.
Donotpouranythingintotheagitator
if theagitatorcapordispenseris
removed,
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Aboutthe washer features.
NOTE."Not aft features are available on all washer models.
Separateforcleanbg
Cleaningthe Fabric SoftenerDispenser
(on somemodels)
Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.
_{ Separale the dispenser cup fiom ll_e cover 1)}7
i! gTasping lhe lop and pushing doom on the inside of
lhe cup x_ilh your fingers. Dispenser cup _dll pop
flee fl-om the cover.
{_ To clean dispenser, soak bolh the dispenser cup
and lhe dispenser cover in lhe fblloxdng solution:
1USgallon(3.8fiters)warmwater
i1/4cup(60m/)heawduty/iquUdetergent
1cup(240ml)bleach
If necessa, T, loosen 1)uild-up _illa a dean, sofi doda
ailer soaking. Do not use a stiff bl-llsh "¢ou ina'¢
roughen lhe surface of lhe dispenser.
Rinse and reassembledispenser. Placedispenser
.....-*back on lhe agilalor.

Loadingand usingyour washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
S¸C%_
SortingWashLoads
Colors Whites Lights Darks
Soil Heaw Normal Eight
Fabric De!icates EasyCare Sturdy Cottons
Lint LintProducers LintCollectors
ProperUseof Detergent
Always add detergent before adding cloflms so that tim detergent
can _rk effectively. Follow the detergent package directions.
IJsing u)o little demrgent is a common cause of laund Uproblems.
IJse more detergent ifyou have hard water, large loads, greasy or
oily soils or lower water temperature.
LoadingYourWasher
Load &)- items loosely, no higher than tim top row of holes in the
washer rob. When loading wet imms make sure you set the
load/water level high enough to allow the items to move fteely.
Wamr level should just cover the clolhes. To add imms after washer
has starred, push in Cycle knob and submerge additional imms next
to fl_e agimlor. Close tim lid and pull Cycle knob out lo reslart.
Donotwraplargeitemslike sheetsaroundtheagitator
Donot washbbricscontainingflammablematerials(waxes,cleaningfluids,etc.).
Washerwill notstartwiththelidup.
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Loadingand usingthe washer.
CareandCleaningof the Washer
Wash Basket: Leave the lid ()pen after washing lo allow moisture
to evaporale. If you want It) clean the basket use a clean soft cloth
dampened _dfl_ liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or
griI I}-cleaners.)
FillHoses: Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced
evelT 5 years.
LintFilter."It is seltkleaning, requires no maintenance, and is located
under the agitator.
Exterior:hnmediately _dpe off an}, spills. Wipe _dth damp cloth.
T_T not to hit surface with shin1) objects.
Movingand Storage:Askthe service lechnician to remove water flom
drain pump and hoses. Do not store lhe washer where it xdll be
exposed to the weather. Call the GE Answer Center_ 800.626.2000
for information on how to keep the mb stafionm)- when moving the
washer.
LongVacations:Be sure water supply isshut offat faucets. Drain all
water from hoses ifweather _dllbe below freezing.

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.
Washer won't operate
Possible Causes
Washer is unplugged
What ToDo
Make sure cord is plugged
securely into a _x)rking
outlet.
Watertemperature
isincorrect
Water supplyis turned off Turn both hot and cold
faucets flllly on.
Controls are not set Check controls and
properly make sure Cycle knob is
pulled out to ONposifion.
Lid is open Close lid and pull Cycle
knob out to ONposition.
Circuit breaker/fuse is
tripped/blown
Check house circuit
breakers/fllses. Replace
fl_sesor reset breaker.
Washer should have
separate outlet.
Control is not set properly Check water temperature
control and adjust.
Water supply is turned off Turn both hot and cold
or improperly connected fmlcels full}"on and make
sure hoses are connected
lo correcl [_lucels.
Water valve screens are
stopped up
Turn off tim water source
and remove fl_e water
connection hoses [ioln
the upper back of the
washer. Use a brash or
toothpick to clean the
screens in the machine.
Reconnect the hoses and
turn the water back on.
House water heater is
not set properly
Make sure house water
heater is delivering water
at 120°F.-140°F.
(48°C.-60°C.).
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting -tips
Water won't drain
Water leaks
Washerisnoisy
Possible Causes
Drain hose is kinked or
improperly connected
What ToDo
Suaighlen drain hose and
make sure washer is nol
silting on it.
Top of drain oullel should
be less lhan 8 ft. above
floor.
Fill hoses or drain hose is
improperly connected
Household drain may
be clogged
Constant water pressure
to the fill hoses at the
water source
Washer is uneven
Make sure hose
connections are lJghl at
fhucels and make sure end
of drain hose is con-eclly
insermd in and secured lo
drain facilily.
Check household
plumbing. You may need
lo call a plumber.
Tighlen hoses at file
faucels and into lhe water
off _ler each use.
Check condition of lhe fill
hoses; dmy may need
replacemenl _ler 5}'ears.
Make sure washer is level
and finn lo lhe floor.
Washer load is
unbalanced
Washer pauses in cycle The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
Clothestoo wet Incorrect cycle selected
Push lira Cycle knob in lo
slop tile washer, open tile
lid and redislfibu/e lhe
load evenly. Close lhe lid
and reslarl.
Make sure the cycle
selecled malches lhe load
you are washing.

Lintorresidueonclothes
Possible Causes
Incorrect sorting
What ToDo
Separate lint producers
flom lint collectors.
Washing too long Wash small loads fbr a
shorter lime than larger
loads.
Detergent not dissolving
Overloading
Add demrgent aswash
basket fillsx_lh wamr,
before you loadclothes.
TUa liquid demrgent.
1Jsewanner water
temperature.
Load clothes no higher
titan the top row of holes
in the washer tub.
Make sure load size
seleclor matches clothes
load size.
Coloredspots
Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Dye transfer
Check fabric softener
package for instnmfions
and follow directions for
using dispenser.
Check fabric softener
package R)r instnmfions
and follow directions for
using dispenser.
Prelreal stain and rewash.
Sort whims or lightly
colored items fiom dark
colors.
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting -tips
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Wrinkling
Possible Causes
Improper sorting
Overloading or
incorrect water level
Incorrect wash and
dry cycles
What ToDo
Avoid mixing heas T items
(like _xnk clothes) _Sfla
light items (like blouses).
T1)"a fabric softener.
Load your washer so
clolhes have enough room
to move fleely.
Match Cycle selection to
lhe l)i)e of tal)fic you are
washing (especially tot easy
care loads).
Toomany suds
Snags,holes,teats,rips
orexcessivewear
Repeated washing in
water that is too hot
Type of detergent
Very soft water
Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp
buttons, belt buckles
zippers, and sharp objects
left in pockets
Undiluted chlorine bleach
Wash in warm or cold waler
_dlh plenty of detergent.
Sudlch It) a lower sudsing
delergenl brand and
tollow inslnmfions on
package.
T_)-less detergent.
Faslen snaps, hooks,
buuons, and zippers.
Remove loose imms like
pins, objecls in pockels
and shin1) buttons.
Turn knils (which snag
easily) inside oul.
Check bleach package
insu-ucfions tor proper
alnounl.
Never add undilu/ed
bleach lo wash or allow
clolhes lo come in conla(l
xdlh undiluled bleach.
Chemicals like hair bleach Rinse items that may have
or dye, permanent wave chemicals on them betore
solution washing.

Pilling
Grayedoryellowed
clothes
Possible Causes
Result of normal wear on
poly-cotton blends and
fuzzy fabrics
Not enough detergent
Hard water
What ToDo
While tiffs is not caused by
the washer, you can slow
the pilling process by
washing garments inside
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l Jse more detergent
(especially _dth larger
loads).
Use a waler 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.
Detergent is not Add demrgent aswash
dissolving basket fills x_lh wamr
betore you load clothes.
Dye transfer Sort clothes by color. If
fabric label slates wash
separately,unstable dyes
m Wbe indicated.
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