GE WPSQ4160 User manual

GEAppliances
WPS04160
ZPS04160
Part No. 175D1807P206 Pub, No. 49-994t

Congratulatio!s!
YouAre/Vow Partof theGEFam#g
We're proud of our qua]it?
prodn(ts al_(l we are
committed to provkii_g
dependable secvi(e. You'il
see it i_ this eas?.-to-use
( )wner's Mam_aI and _oifll
hear it i_ the ii:ie_dly voices
of our (xistoF_ler servi ¢e
department.
Best of all, ? oiflI experience
these values ea(h riffle VOll
do the laun(h). That's
important, because }(}Ill"
new washer wilI be part of
?.our tm'aily)_r ma_y }ears.
Ai_d we hope ?ou will be
part of ot_rs _or a long dine
to (:ome.
We thank you _or !)u) [ng
GE. We appreciate }our
pur( base, and hope }on
will comimle to rely (m us
whenever you _eed quality
appliances lor ?ore" home. Important!
Staple sales slip or cancelled
check here.
Proof of the original purchase date
is needed to obtain service under
the warran_
Write the model and serial
numbers here.
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Youcan bld them behind the top edge
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GE& You,
AServicePartnership,
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.
thisManual
Inside you MIItind many
helpful hints on how to use and
maintain ?x}urwasher properly.
Just a littleprevenuve care on
your part can saveyou a great
deal oftime and money over the
lid of?x)urwasher.
ReviewtheSectionon
Troubleshootingtips
You'll lind many answers to
common problems here.
If you review Otlr chart of
Troubleshooting Tips tirst, you may
not need to call for service at all,
If YouNeedService
Hyou do need service,youcan
rebe<knowing help isonl) a
phone call awW.Alistof toll-fl'ee
{nstomer servicenumbers is
induded in the back section.
Or call in the UnitedStatesthe GE
Answer Center <'_at 800.626.2000,
24 hours aday, 7(laysaweek. In
Canada,call800-361-3400.
Languages
English .................. 2
Frangais................ 23
Espa#el................. 45
Safety Information....... & 7
Operating Instructions
ControlPanels .............. 8
Centre!Setting: ........... 8.9
WasherFeazures.... I0-12
Loao;,ngand Using
J:/eVbgsher.......... I3. 14
Treuflleshooting _ps
Before You
CarlForService ......... t5-t9
Customer Service
Warrant_ .......... 20
ServiceTeleonone
Numbers ........ BackCever

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMAtiON.
READALLINSTRUCtiONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manua/ must be
followed to minimize Lherisk of fire or explosion, elect,tic
shock, or toprevent property damage, personal injury, or
loss of life.
WATEflHEATEflSAFETY
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,
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Jlfthe hot water has not been used lk)r two weeks or more, preve!_t
the possibili Wof damage or it_i_r3 by turning o_ all hot water
hmcets a_d allox_ing them to run ik,r several mim_tes. I)o this
before using any electrical appliance which is co_mected to the
hot water s}stem. This simple procedm'e will allow any built-up
h?droge[] gas to escape. Since the gas is tlammable, do not smol<e
or use an open tlame or ap[)lia_ce (It_ri_gthis 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.
Install or store where it will not
be exposed to temperatures
below fl:eezing or exposed to
the weather.
l'roperl_, ground washer to
confoml with all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow
details in Installation
Instrtlctions,
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
, Keep the area underneath
and around ymr appliances
fl'ee of combustible materials
such as lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc.
, Close supervision is necessa U
if this appliance is used I)7,"or
near children. I)o not allow
children to play on, xdth, or
inside this or any other
appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
READALLINFORMATIONBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only far its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual.
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WHENUSINGTHEWASHER
Ne_er re ach it_t_)_r_s[_e_ _r_iIe
machil_e has completel?
stopped befbre ol)ening
the lid.
Do not mix chlorine bleach
with ammonia or acids such
as vinegar and/or rest
remover. Mixing different
chemicals can produce a toxic
gas which may cause death.
I)o not _ash or (hT articles
that have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or
spotted with combustible or
explosive substances (such as
w_e,.,oil, paint, gasoline,
degreasers, (h3<leaning
solvents, kerosene, etc.)
which ma} ignite or explode.
Do not add these substances
to the wash water. Do not use
or place these substances
around ?x)ur washer or duet
during operation.
The laund Uprocess can
reduce the flame retardanty
ot t_d)rics. To avoid such a
resuh, careftflly t011owthe
garment manufacturer's
wash and care instructions.
To minimize the possibility
ot electric shock, unplug this
appliance fi'om the power
supply or disconnect the
washer at the household
distribution panel by
removing the fllse or
switch ing ofl the cir ctfit
breaker bet_re attempting
any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE:Turning the Cycle
Selector knob to an off
position does NOTdisconnect
the appliance fl'om the
power supply.
Never attempt to operate this
appliance ifit is damaged,
malt'uncfioning, partiall}
disassembled, or has missing,-
or broken parts, including a
dm-naged cord or plug.

WHENNOTINUSE
, Turn ott x_vuertaucets to
relieve pressure Oil hoses and
valves and to minimize
leakage if a break or rupture
should occur. Check the
condition ot the fill hoses;
they may need replacement
alter 5 ?'ears.
Betore discarding a washer,
or removing it fl'om service.
remove the washer lid to
prevent chiMren ti'om
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 ym
understand and have the
skills to carry out.
Do not tamper with controls.
REMEMBER...
Your continued health and safety are important to us.
Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
We wantyou to remain a happy and healthy part of our
GE family.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe washer controlpanel.
You can iocate your model number behind the top edge of the control pane/,
LOADSiZE •pERMANENTPEESS
K_=TS
COTTONSREGULARPOWERWASHLIGHTSOILMEDIUMHEAVYPRI@EASYw AUTO• DWASH CARE
:_ AUTOSOAK AUTeSOAK
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Contro/Settings
LoaJsize
The water level should just cover the clothes. Ad:iust the
load size accordh@y. Ix_osely load clothes i_o higher than
the top rOWof h(}ies in the washer rob.
Fabriccare
Se]e(t the _ater _em!)erature Jor the _'_r_sJ__lI_(]_'i_lSe(--} (_eS.
AIwa}sJbilow f_d)ricmam]Ji_cturer's (:are label or
instructions "whe[!l;mnderi_g, lg()lJi}wthe water
temperature g't]ide on washer lid.
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Wash Cycle
The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process,
The chart below will help you match the wash cT,_le setting
with ?_ur clothing.
co'rroNs REGULARForheawto liqhtlysoiledcottons,hmJseholdlil_ens,
workandplayclothes
PERMANENTPRESSForeasycareandwrinkle-resistal_titems
RNIT$ Speciallydesignedfornormalsoilknits
AUTONANBWASR Forlingerieal_dspecial-carelabricswith lightsoils
SelectHNNDWNSHferloadsizeandforcycle
Providesperiodsofagitationandsoakduringwash
andrinse
AUTOSOAR ForheavilysoiledclothesBeginswith abriefagitatiolt,
soaksforaspecifiedperiodoftime,thenmoves
throughtherestofthecycleautomatically
PREWASN Forheavilysoiledclothesorforclotheswith acarelabel
thatrecommendsprewashiogbeforewearing
POWERWASH Forheavilysoiledandheavy-dutyfabdcsThiscycle
plevideea longeragitation
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Aboutthewasherfeatures.
If theSIGNALoptionisselectegasignal _dll sound iust
SIGNALEX3sENNDEDI_I_EAbe,%re d_e end of tile (_de. This remincls _ou to remo_e
0_._s0E_s the ciothes to "_oid excess _'_r_[_i(]_t_g be,%re (h_4ng K
L__J L__ _ L__] endofthe_cleandatd_eendofd_eEXTRARtNSE.......
TheEXTENDEDSPINoptionisrec,bmmended fi_r\v_lsh_:!b]e
_Aroole[Is;Ill(| swe_Itel's,litv,:il]extend the sphl withom
stretching the knit.
When you _,_seextra detergent or bleach to cleac_ hea', ily
soiled clothes, ?o_.lmay "W_/t!l_[O_.lsetile EXTRARINSE
opdon. This option provMes a second deep cold rinse in
the COTTONSREGUMRa nd PERMANENTPRESSc_,cles.
Select EXTRARINSE.The "w_ls[lel"will 1,_msefi)r a_E_r
mimues betore the EXTRARtNSEbegins.
Selecting RESETOPTIONSc;mceIs all options that haxe
been selected.
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LiquidBleach Dispenser
The dispenser dilutes liquid dflorine bleadl before it
reaches into } Otlr w_-lsh load.
(;heck clothing care labels tot special instructions
Measure liquid Neach carefull), tollowing
illStr'ilCtJOllS On the bottle.
j_ Betore starting the washer, pour measured amount
ot bleach directly into bleach dispenser. Avoid
splashing or over-tilling dispenser, lf}ou prefer to
use powdered bleach, add it into the wash basket
with }our detergent.
Neverpoa undi/utedl!)uidchlc@lebleachdirectlyohmclothesor
Do not/aourpovvderedbleach bto b/eachdispenser
Do notmix @/odne b/each wifll ammoniaor ac/?Jssuchas v/?}egar
and/or rust remover Mixing canproduce a toxl2gas which may
causedeath

Donotpouranythingintotheagitator
if thetopisremove_
Fabric SoftenerDispenser
This (lispenser automatically releases liquid tabric
s(fftener at the proper time durir N the cycle. To use,
follow these steps:
;Make sure (fispenser is securely attached to agitator.
Use onl} liquid t_d)ri( sotiener. Pour into dispenser,
using arnotlnt recommended on package.
Add water to dispenser until it reaches the
ma:dmum till line.
Donotstopthewasherduringthefirstspin,Thiswill causethe
dispensertoemptytoosoon.
DonotusetheFabricSoftenerDispenserwithAUTOSOAKor
EXTRARINSE.
Neverpourfabricsoftenerdirectlyonclothes.It maystainthem.
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alier soaking. Do flOtuse a stiff brush; you lll[-ly
roughen the surt_lce of the dispenser.
Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser
:::::::::::::_back on tile agitator.
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Loadingand usingthe washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering,
SortingWashLoads
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Lint Lint Producers LintCollectors
ProperUseof Detergent
Add detergent betore adding clothes so that the detergent can
xmrk etlectively. Follow the detergent package directions. Ij sing too
little detergent is a common cause ot laundr} problems. Use more
detergent if)ou have hard water, large loads, greasy or oil) soils or
lower water temperaulre.
Loadingthe Washer
1Joad dr) items loosel), no higher than the top row of boles in the
washer tub. When loading wet items rnake sure you set the
load/water level high enougl-,, to allow the items to move ti'eely.
Water level should just cover the clothes. To add items after washer
has started, push in Cycle knob and submeNe additional items next
to the agitator. Close the lid and pull C):cle knob out to restart.
Donotwraplargeitemstikesheetsaroundtheagitator
Donotwashfabricscontainingflammablematerials(waxes,cleaningfluids,etc.).
Washerwill notstartwith thelid up.
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Loadingand usingthe washer.
OamandO/eaningoftheWasher
to eye,permute.[f)'ou _mt to cle_m the basket use _ (:le_msot_ cloth
dmnpened with liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or
gr tt?c e;me_s.)
FillHoses: Hoses connecting washer to ffmcet should be replaced
thlt Filter:The lint tilter is located under the agitator. It is
seH-(le;ming ;rod reqt dres no maintenan(e.
Exterier:lmmediatelywipe <)ffany spills. Wipe whh damp cloth.
T_'vnot to hit surti_ce with sharp obje(:ts.
Meviog armStorage:Ask tile se_H(:e technician to Femove water h'om
drain pump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it _7,r_IIbe
exposed t() tile weadler. Call the GE Answer Center :_,800.626.2000
for inlormation on l?_ rt() keep the tnb stationm) when moving the
washer.
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[OIl_ _aoatJe_els:be Sl.llex,v_l[elsuppl? is shut off at f?mcets. Drain ;ill
"w_/teF fi'oHl hoses ifwe;i/thel"will be beIo'w ti:eezing.
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on _hefollowing pages
first and you may not need to carl for service.
Washer won't operate
Possible Causes What 7"oDo
Washer is tmplugged ' Make sure lord is..... plu_,-oed_
se/alrely into ax_x)rking
outlet.
Water supply is turned off Turn both hot and cold
thucets fully on.
Controls are not set Check controls and
properly make sure Cycle knob is
pulled out to 0Nposition.
Lid is open Close lid and pull C}_le
knob out to 0Nposition.
Water temperature
is incorrect
Circuit breaker/fuse is
tripped/blown
Check house cir/alit
breakers/fllses. Replace
fuses or reset breaker.
Washer should have
separate outlet.
Control is not set properly Check water temperature
control and a(!just.
Water supply is turned off Turn both hot and cold
or improperly connected thucets tully on and make
sure hoses are connected
to correct thucets.
Water valve screens are
stopped up
Tllrll off tile water source
and renlove tile water
connection hoses ti'om
tile upper back of tile
washer. Use a brush or
toothpick to clean tile
screens ii1 tile nlachine.
Reconnect the hoses and
turn tile water back on.
Hottse water heater is
not set properly
Make sure house water
heater is deliverin_-_ ater
at 120°F.-140°F.
(48°(;. 60°C.),
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Troubleshooting Tips
Waterwon'tdrain
Possible Causes What ToOo
Drain hose is kithed or
h_properly colmected ' Straighten drain hose and
make sure washer is _lot
sitting (m it.
Top ot drain outlet should
be less than 8 ft. above
floor.
Water leaks
Washer is noisy
Fillhoses 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 tight at
thucets and make sure end
ot drain hose is correctly
inserted in and se(alredto
drain thcility.
Check household
plumbing. You may need
to call a plumber.
Tighten hoses at the
thucets and ltlrll tile water
oil after each use.
Check condition of the fill
hoses: thev may need
replacement after 5 }-ears.
Make sure washer is level
and firm to tile floor,
Washer load is
unbalanced l'ush tile Cycle knob in to
stop the washer, open the
lid and redistribute the
load evenly. Close the lid
and restart.
Washer pauses in cycle The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
Clothes too wet Incorrect cycle selected Make sure tile c}_:le
selected matches tile load
}ou are washing.
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Possible Causes
Lintorresidueonclothes Incorrect sorting
What ToDo
Separate lint producers
fl'om lint collectors.
Washing too long Wash small loads ii)r a
shorter time than larger
loads.
Detergent not dissoMng Add detergent aswash
basket fills with water,
beti/re you load clothes.
TUaliquid detergent.
Use warmer water
temperature.
Load clothes no higher
than the top row of boles
in the washer tub.
Make sure load size
selector matches clothes
load size.
Overloading
Colored spots
Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Check iitbric softener
package fi)r instructions
and _Ollowdirections t_)r
sin is) ns
u._ gd,le ser.
Check tid)ric sotiener
package tor instructions
and tOllow directions t_)r
sin is) n
u,' gd,Ie ser.
Pretreat stain and rewasb.
Dye Irausfer Sort whites or lightl}
colored items fl'om dark
colors.
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting Tips
PossiMe Causes
Wrinkling Improper sorting
What 7"oDo
' Avoid mixing hea D items
(like vqork clothes) with
light items (like blouses).
Try a t_d)ric softener.
Toomany suds
Snags, holes, tears, rips
or excessive wear
Overloading or Ix)ad your washer so
incorrect water level (lothes have enough room
to move fl'eely.
Incorrect wash and Match Cycle selection to
dry cycles tim lype oI titbric you are
washing (especially tbr easy
care loads).
Repeated washing in Wash in warm or cold water
water that is too hot with plenty of deter_,-ent
Type of detergent Switch to a lower sudsing
detergent brand and
follow instructions on
package.
Very soft water Try less detergent.
Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp
buttons, belt buckles
zippers, and sharp objects
left in pockets
Fasten snaps, books,
buttons, and zippers.
Remove loose items like
pins, objects in pockets
and sharp buttons.
Turn knits (which snag
easily) inside out.
Undiluted chlorine bleach Clleck 1)leach package
instructions for proper
HnI()UHt.
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
or dye, permanent wave chemicals on them i)etore
solution washing.
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Possible Causes What ToDo
Pilling Result of normal wear on
poly-cotton blends and
fuzzy fabrics
Wbile tiffs is not caused by
tile washer, you (an slow
the pilling process by
washing garments inside
out.
Grayed oryellowed
clothes Not enough detergent Use more detergent
(especialb with larger
loads).
Hard water Use a water conditioner
like (:algon brand or install
awater sotiener.
Water is not hot enough Make sure water beater is
delivering water at
120°1_.- 140° 1_.
(48°C. 60°C.).
Washer is overloaded Select load size to match
clothes load.
Detergent is not Add detergent aswash
dissolving basket fills with water
betore ym load clothes.
Dye transfer Sort clothes by color. If
tabric label states wash
separately, unstable dyes
may be indicated.
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GEWasher Warranty(ForcL,stom+rsintheu, Jt+dst t+s)
Aft warranty service provided by our FactorySen/ice Centers; or an
authorized Customer Card_technician, Forservice, call 800-GE-CARES.
Warranty may vary in Canada.See your approved Profile dealer for details.
One Year
From the date office
oriflina/ pumhase
Tw# Years
From me oare of the
o,qgmal pumlTase
GEWill Replace,At No ChargeTo You:
Anypart of the washer which f_d]sdue to adeject
in materials or workmanship. During this fullone-year
warrantN GE xdll also provide, free efcflarge, all labor
and in-l_ome se_'ice to repla(e the delective part.
Anypart of the washer which Jhilsdue to a deJ_'ct
in materials or workmanship, l)uring this two-year
limited warra_gF,you will be responsH)Ie h>r any labor
or hi-hernia service costs.
Eve Years
Fromfl_edateof the
origbal purchase
The s#spensien redand spring assemMg if any of these
parts should _ail due to ade_ect in materials or
workm;mship. (;E will also replace the washer lid or
eo_er, if they should rust under normal operaung
conditions. During this five-yearlimited warrantg
you will be responsH)Ie lor any labor or in-home
secd(e costs.
Tee Years The transmission and washer tub, if m_y el[hose parts
From No date cfNe should J;,dldue _oa de_e(:[ i_ materials or workmaHship.
originalpurcnase Duri_g d_is ten-yearlimited wa_an_ you wH[ be
respot_sible tk)r m_y hd)<+r or h_-home service cos_s.
Lifetime The washer basket, if it should= t:,dl due I.oadelect iH
From me date of No materials or workmm_sMp, burh_g this fifetime
oriflinalpurenase limited warrantg you will he respoHsibb h>r ally labor
or iH-hOllle se_a'i('e costa.
20
Service trips _o yam" home to teach you
how to use fl_e product,
Improper installation.
Failure of the product if it is
abused, misused, or used for other
than the intended purpose or used
commercially.
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage to
personal property caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
T/1L_warranty is ext+ndedto theorLdiaa/purdlaser andany succeediagowner for productspumhased
for home use vvitfli/i tfle USA/a A/ask& die wanmlty excludesdie cost of sllipplllg orservicecalb to
yourhome
Some stal_,sdoriot allow die exclusioa or/imitafioa of Lncideata/or consequential damages,fllis
warrantygiw_syou specific legal r_@ts,andyou may alsohave other rig/l_ wllicll va_!from state _e
slale. Tokaow what }lOUt/eqa/rig/ll:_are, ceasu/t lout local or slate ceasumeraffai_ office or your
stal_ Atleraey General,
Warranter:8eneml Electric CampangLouisville, KY40225