GE WPSQ4160 User manual

GEAppfiances
WPSQ4160
ZPSQ4160
PartNo. 175DISO7PIM°1 Pub.No.49-992,

Congratulations!
YouAre Now PartoftheGEFamily.
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
do the laundry. That's
important, because your
new washer will be part of
your family for many years.
And we hope you will be
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to come.
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appliances for your home. Important!
Staplesales slip orcancelled
check here.
Proof of the original punzhase date
is needed to obtain service under
the warranty.
Write tbO modeland serial
numbershere.
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Youcan fina them behind typetop edge
of the control panel

iGE& You,
A ServicePartnership.
Ask any GEappliance Owner and they will
tell 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
yourself injust a few minutes? This
Owner's Manual can tell you how.
ReadthisManual
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 WC,Lsher.
ReviewtheSectionon
Troubleshootingtips
You'll find man), answers to
common problems here.
If you re,few our chart of
Troubleshooting Tips first, yo u may
not need to call for service at all.
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Languages
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Frangais................ 23
Espa#ol................. 45
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Oper_rb'ng.lnstructions
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Con_c,lSe_'ngs._ _8,9
WasherFeatures"10L12
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theWasher....... ..... 13,14
Troubleshooting][ips
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
,READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORF.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.
WATERHEATERSAFF_TY
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 e._plosiveunder these
circumstances.
fithe 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 tot 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 d:Jring this process.

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PROPERINSTALLATION
Thiswasher must be properly installed and located in
accordance with the Installation Instructions before it J_
used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions
sheet, you can receive one by calling, toll-free, in the United
States the GEAnswer Center_ 800.626.2000.In Canada,.write
to Manager, ConsumerRelations, Camco Inc., 1Factor,
Lane, Suite 310,Moncton, N.B. EIC 9M'_.
N Install or store where it will not
be exposed to temperatures
below freezing or exposed t0
the weather.
INProperly ground washer to
contorm with all governing
codes :rod ordinances. Follow
details in Installation
Instructions.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
N Keep the area underneath
and around your appliances
free of combustible materials
such as lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc.
N Close s_apervision 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.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.•
READALLINFORMATIONIBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
Use this appliance only for its Jntendedpurpose as
described in this Owner's Manual
WHENUSINGTHEWASHER
B
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Never reach into washer while
it is moving. Wai!Luntil the
machine has completely
stopped before opening
file 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,
u_ashed in, soaked in, or
spotted with combustible or
explosive substmaces (such ,as
wax, oil, paint, gzasoline,
degreasers, dry-cleaning
solvents, kerosene, etc.)
which may ignite: or explode.
Do not add these substances
to the wash v#ater. Do not use
or place these substances
around your washer or dryer
during operation.
mThe laundry process can
reduce the flame retardancy
of fabrics. To avoid such a
result, carefully f011ow the
garment manufacturer's
wash and care instructions.
B
N
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 _aaob to an off
position does NOTdisconnect
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.
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WHENNOTINUSE
N Turn offwater faucets to
-relieve pressure on hoses and
valves and to minimize
leakage ira break or rupture
should occur. Check the
condition of the fill hoses;
they may need replacement
after 5 years.
mBefore discarding a washer:,
or removing it from service:,
remove the washer lid to
prevent children from
hiding inside.
HDo not attempt to repair or
replace any part of this
appliance unless specifically
recommended in this
Owner's Manual, orin
published user-repair
instru,:dons that you
understand and have the
,1
skills to carry out.
INDo not tamper with controls.
REMEMBER...
Yourcontinued health and safety are important to u,;.
Please read and follow this Safety Information carefullg
We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our
GEfamily.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthewashercontrolpanel
Youcan locate your model number behind the,top edge of t_e control panel
LOAD SIZE
FABRIC CRRE OPTIONS
SUPER COTTON COTTON PERM DELICATES WASH S_GNALIEXTENDEU EXTRA
WHITES COLORS PRESS WOOL SPIN RINSE HES_i"
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• P'ERMAN E_ PB_
coTr0NS
REGULAR PERMANENT
PRESS
LIGHT ,TOll.
MEDIUM I
"HANDWASH
PAEWASH
ZOMIN _OMM •
AUTOSOAK AUTOSOAK
ControlSettings
__ LoadSize
The water level shouldj us tcover the ch)thes. Adjust the
load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than
the top row of holes in _he washer tub.
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select the _<ater temperature for the ,_-ash a,nd rinse cycles.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label or
instructions when laundering. Follow the -_viter
temperature guide on washer lid.

WashCycle
The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process.
The chart below will help you m_tch the u_sh cycle setting
with your clothing.
COrI'ONSREGULARForheawtolightlysoiledcottons,householdlinens,
workandplayclclbes.
PERMANENTPRESSForeasycareandwrinkle-resistantitems.
KNITS Speciallydesignedfornormalsoilknits.
AUTOHANDWASHForlingerieandspecial-carefabricswithlightsoils.
SelectHANBWASNforloadsizeandforcycle.
Providesperiodsofagitationandsoakduringwash
andrinse.
AUTOSOAKForheavilysoiled,:lo:hes.Beginswithabriefagitation,
soaksfora specifiedperiodoftime,thenmoves
throughtheresto1:thecycleautomatically.
PREWASHForheavilysoiledclothesorforclotheswithacarelabel
thatrecommendsprewashingbeforewearing.
POWERWASH Forheavilysoiledandheaw-dutyfabricsThiscycle
providesalongeragitation.
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"About the washerfeatures.
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ff the SIGNALoptionisselected,a signal will sound just
before the end of the cycte. This reminds you to remove
the clothes to avoid excess wafinkling before drying. If
you selected EXTRARINSEthe signal _11 sound at the
end of the cycle and at the end of the £krTRARINSE.
The EXTENDEDSPIN option is recommended for washable
woolens and sweaters. It will extend thespin without
stretching; the knit.
When you use extra detergent or bleach to dean heavily
soiled clothes, you ma,! want to use the EXTRA RINSE
option. This opdon provides a second deep cold rinse in
the COTTONSREGULARand PERMANENT PRESScycles.
Select EXTRA RINSE.The washer will pause for a few
minutes before the EXTR¢IRINSEbe_ns.
Selecting RESETOPTlON$;cancelsall options that have
been selected.
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LiquidBleach Dispenser
The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it
reaches into your wash toad.
_ Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
_ Measure liquid bleach carefully, following
instnzcdons on the bottle.
_ Before stm-ting the ,aasher, pour mea.sured amount
of bleach direcdy :intobleach dispenser. Avoid
splashing or over-filling dispenser, ffvou prefer to
use powdered bleach, add it into the "washbasket
with your detergent.
Neverpour undilutedfiqukfcJ)lorinebleachdirectfvontoClothesor
into thewashbasket
Donotpourpowderedbleachinto bleachdispenser.
Donotmixchlorinebleachwith ammoniaor acidssuchas vinegar
and/orrust removerMiXiw _anproducea ta_icgasw/Tich,may
causedeath.
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