Hotpoint G155 User manual

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Safety Instructions .......... 2,s
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
of the Washer ...................... 6
Control Panel ...................... 4
Control Settings ................... 4
Features ........................... 5
Loading and Using
the Washer ........................ 6
Troubleshooting Tips........ 7-9
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ................ 12
Warranty .......................... 11
Write the model and serial
number here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them
under the lid of
the washer.
39-90436 02-12 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
of fire or explosion, electric"shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or
loss of life.
WATERHEATERSAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in awater 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 usedfor 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. Dothis before usingany
electrical appliance which isconnected to the hotwater system. Thissimple procedure will allow any
built-up hydrogen gasto escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke or usean openflame or
appliance during this process.
PROPERINSTALLAflON
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 visiting www.Hotpoint.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
• Installor store where it will not be exposed to • Thiswasher does not include water supply hoses.
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather, which could cause permanent damage
and invalidate the warranty.
• Properlyground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
• Toensureproper installation, run two small load
size Whites/Rinse cycles BEFOREwashing the first
load.
GEstrongly recommends the useof factory
specified parts.A list of factory hosesavailable
for purchase are listed below. Thesehoses
are manufactured and tested to meet GE
specifications.
GEstrongly recommends the useof new water
supply hoses.Hosesdegrade overtime and need
to be replaced every 5 years to reduce the risk of
hosefailures and water damage.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEAppliances.com today, 24
hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during
normal businesshours.
Part Number
WH41X10207
OR
Accessory
4 ft RubberWater Supply Hoses
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
• Keepthe area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags,chemicals, etc.
WX14X10005 4 ft Braided Water Supply Hoses
• Closesupervisionis necessaryif this appliance is
used by or near children.Do not allow children to
play on,with or insidethis or any other appliance.
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner's
Manua/
WHEN USINGTHEWASHER
Never reach into the washer while it ismoving.
Wait until the machine hascompletely 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 articlesthat have been
cleaned in,washed in,soaked in or spotted with
combustible or explosivesubstances (suchas
wax, oil,paint, gasoline,degreasers,dry-cleaning
solvents,kerosene,etc.).Thesesubstances give
off vaporsthat may ignite or explode. Donot add
these substances to the wash water. Donot use
or placethese substancesaround your washer or
dryer during operation.
Thelaundry processcan reducethe flame
retardancy offabrics. To avoid such a result,
carefully follow the garment manufacturer's
wash and care instructions.
To minimizethe possibility of electric shock,
unplug this appliance from the power supply
or disconnect the washer at the building's
distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breakerbefore attempting
any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE:TurningtheCycleSelectorKnob to an off
position, or pressing PAUSEdoesNOT disconnect
theappliance from thepower supply,
Neverattempt to operate this appliance if it is
damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,
or has missing or broken parts,including a
damaged cord or plug.
WHENNOTIN USE
• Turnoff water faucets to minimize leakage if a
break or rupture should occur.Checkthe condition
of the fill hoses;Hotpoint recommends changing
the hoses every 5 years.
• Beforediscarding a washer, or removing it
from service,remove the washer lid to prevent
children from hiding inside.
• Donot 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
skillsto carry out.
• Donot tamper with controls.
READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETYINFORMATION
CAREFULLY
THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the control panel.
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• Add detergent • Add items
p3
• Select load size
• Select temperature
• Select wash cgcle
Step 4
• Close lid
• Pull knob
•Select options
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
Controls
Load Size (on some models)
Looselyload items in the washer basket. Overloading may negatively impact wash performance. Adjust the load sizeaccordingly.
Temperature (on some models)
Selectthe water temperature for the wash and rinsecycles.Always follow fabric manufacturer's care labelor instructions when
laundering.
Options (on some models)
Fabric Softener and Power Rinse
Setthis option when planning to manually add fabric softener during the rinsecycle or when you useextra detergent or bleach to
clean heavily soileditems. It provides an enhanced rinse.
Wash Cgcle--Cgcle Selector Knob
Thechart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your items.Thechart isranked from greatest to least wash intensity.
Your washer may not have all these cycles.
WHITES Forheavy to lightly soiledcottons, household linens,work and play clothes.
(REGULARWASH/FASTSPIN}
COLORSForheavy to lightly soiledcolors andjeans
(REGULARWASH/FASTSPIN}
PERMANENTPRESSForheavy to lightly soiledcottons, household linens,work and play clothes.
(PULSED/FASTSPIN}
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Liquid Bleach Funnel
Thewater filldilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fillsfor the wash cycle.
I_J Checkclothing care labelsfor special instructions.
r2] Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
•Neverpour undiluted liquid chlorinebleach directly onto clothesor into the wash
basket,
• Donotpourpowdered bleach into bleachfunnel.
r_ Beforestarting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleachfunnel.
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser.If you prefer to usepowdered bleach, add it into
the wash basketwith your detergent.
• Donot mix chlorinebleach with ammonia or acids suchas vinegarand/or rust
remover,Mixing canproduce a toxicgas which may cause death.
Liquid Fabric Softener (Manually add during rinse cycle)
I]1 Turn Options knobto Fabric Softener.
I_] Heasure liquid fabric softener carefully, following instructions on the bottle, and add during
the rinsecycle.
NOTE:The Options knob must be turned to Fabric Softener.
Q:What isthe difference between Heavyand Light settings?
A: ForWhites and Colors,the wash agitation time isincreased by 6minutes and for Permanent
Press,by 12 minutes. (Timesare approximate)
Q:What isthe difference between Regularand Pulsed?
A: Regularmeans the washer will continuously agitate during the wash cycle. Pulsedprovides a
more gentlewash cycleby including pause periodsduring the wash cycle.
Q:Which cycle isbest for heavily soiled items?
A:Whites or Colorscycles have the greatest wash intensity.Thiscycle provides the best overall
cleaning. Permanent Pressshould be used for wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
Q:How can Ireduce linting?
A:Sortwash loadsby fabric type and whether they collect lint (velveteen,corduroy) or produce
lint (terry cloth, chenille).Wash small loadsfor a shorter amount of time.
Q:How much detergent do Iuse?
A: Forbest performance, always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions on usage.
Many detergents are concentrated, so consult the product label and follow the clearly
marked lineson the detergent measuring cups.Excessivedetergent can negatively impact
the wash performance.

Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering
Sorting WashLoads
Sort by color (whites,lights,colors),soillevel,
fabric type (sturdycottons, easy care, delicates)
and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth,
chenille)or collects lint (velveteen,corduroy).
Use
Add detergent before adding items sothat the
detergent can work effectively. Usingtoo little or
too much detergent isa common cause of laundry
problems.
Forspots,apply pre-treatment to items as
recommended on the product label. Application
should be made in the basket to prevent overspray
which may cause the coloring on the lid or graphics
to fade.
You can use lessdetergent ifyou have soft water,
a smaller load or a lightly soiledload.
When usinghigh efficiency or concentrated
detergents, consult the product label to determine
amount required for optimum performance.
Excessivedetergent will negatively impact wash
performance.
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely in the washer basket.When
loading wet items, make sure you set the load/water
levelhighenough to allow the itemsto move freely.
Water levelshouldjust cover the items.To add items
after washer hasstarted, lift the lid and submerge
additional items next to the agitator.
•Do not wrap long items like sheets orpants
around the agitator,
• Do not wash fabrics containing flammable
materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc,),
• Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid up,
however the timer will continue to run,
Care and cleaning of the washer.
Wash Basket: Leavethe lid open after washing to
allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean
the basket, usea cleansoft cloth dampened with
liquid detergent; then rinse.(Donot useharsh or
gritty cleaners.)
FillHoses: Hotpoint recommends changing the hoses
every 5 years.
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills.Wipe
with damp cloth.Try not to hit surface with
sharp objects.
Having and Storage: Askthe servicetechnician to
remove water from drain pump and hoses.Seethe
Installation Instructions packed with product for
information on how to reinstallthe shipping rod
to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer.
Formore information, visit www.Hotpoint.com or
call 800.GE.CARES(800.4:32.2737).Donot store the
washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
Long Vacations: Besurewater supply isshut off at
faucets. Drainall water from hosesif weather will
be below freezing.
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_roubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit www.Hotpoint.com. Youmay not need to call for service.
WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Too many suds Toomuch detergent • Measureyour detergent carefully. Uselesssoap ifyou have
soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiledload.
Tgpe of detergent • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow
instructions on package.
Soft water • Try lessdetergent.
Water leaks Using too much detergent • Uselessdetergent. Uselesssoap ifyou have soft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiledload.
Fillhoses or drain hose is • Makesure hoseconnections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed.Make sure end of drain hose
iscorrectly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain mag •Checkhousehold plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose loose • Makesure drain hose isfully seated in back ofwasher and
that the two retaining screws are fully seated.
Drain hose rubs on wall • Makesure drain hosedoes not make contact with the wall.
May cause excessivewear on the hose.
Constant water pressure • Tightenhoses at the faucets and turn the water off after
to the fill hoses at the each use.
water source • Checkcondition of the fill hoses;they should be replaced
every 5years.
Water temperature Cooler water temperatures • New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energg with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash
efficiencg performance.
Water supplg is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
or improperlg connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the water connection
stopped up hoses from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or
toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect
the hoses and turn the water back on.
Housewater heater is • Hake sure housewater heater isdeliveringwater at
not set properlg 120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cgcle was put in • Resetcycle.
cycle is complete pause for over 24 hours
Water won't drain Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hoseand make surewasher isnot
improperlg connected sitting on it.
• Topof drain outlet should be lessthan 6 ft (1.8m)
above floor.
Washer pauses during This isnormal • Thisis normal. Thewasher alternates between agitate and
wash cycle soak during some wash cyclesto get your clothes cleanerwith
lesswear.
Washer pauses during This isnormal • Thewasher may pause during the spin cycleto remove
spin cycle soapy water more efficiently.
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OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do
Washer won't operate Washer is unplugged •Hake sure cord is plugged securely into aworking outlet.
Water supply isturned off • Turn both hot and coldfaucets fully on.
Controls are not set properly • Checkcontrols.
Lid isopen--safety feature • Closelid and reset cycle,to the beginning if necessary.
prevents agitation and
spinning when lid is up
Circuit breaker/fuse is • Checkhouse circuit breakers/fuses. Replacefuses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should haveseparate outlet.
Timer knob not pulled • Pulltimer knob.
Lid magnet missing • Callfor service.
Movement inside machine Shifting mechanism is • When the machine ismanually turned off,the shifter will
when shut off disengaging the motor disengage the motor before completely shutting down.
If lid israised beforethe motor isdisengaged, it will resume
when lid isclosed.
PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do
Clothes too wet Incorrect spin cgcle • Hake sure the spin cycleselected matches the load you ore
selected washing.Somefabricswillfeelwetter when rinsedwith coldwater.
Colored spots Incorrect useoffabric • Checkfabric softener package for instructions.
softener • Pretreat stain and rewash.
Dge transfer • Sortwhites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Grayed oryellowed Not enoughdetergent • Use more detergent (especiallywith larger loads).
clothes Be sureto follow detergent manufacturer's directions.
Hard water • Useo water conditioner likeCalgon brand or install
a water softener.
Water is not hot enough • Hake sure water heater isdelivering water at
120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
Washer is overloaded • Selectload sizeto match clothes load.
Detergent is not • Add detergent beforeyou load items.
dissolving
Dge transfer • Sortclothes bycolor. Iffabric label states wash separately,
unstable dyes may be indicated.
Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried • If you do not dry your clotheswith a clothes dryer,your
clothes clothes may retain more lint.
Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producersfrom lint collectors.
Washing too long • Washsmall loadsfor a shorter time than larger loads.
Detergent not dissolving • Add detergent beforeyou load items.
• Try a liquid detergent.
• Usewarmer water temperature.
Overloading • Load clothes loosely in the washer basket.Adjustload size
based on items sizeand material.
• Makesure load sizeselectedmatches clothes load size.
Incorrect use offabric • Checkfabric softener package for instructions.
softener
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PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do
Pilling Result of normal wear on •While this isnot caused bythe washer,you can slow the
polg-cotton blends and pilling processby washing garments insideout.
fuzzg fabrics
Snags, holes, tears, rips
or excessivewear Pins,snaps, hooks, sharp • Fastensnaps,hooks,buttons and zippers.
buttons, belt buckles, • Removelooseitems like pins,objects in pockets and
zippers and sharp objects sharp buttons.
left in pockets • Turn knits (whichsnag easily)inside out.
Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check bleach package instructions for proper amount.
• Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothesto
come in contact with undiluted bleach.
Chemicals like hair bleach or • Rinseitems that may have chemicals on them before
dge,permanent wave solution washing.
Wrinkling Improper sorting • Avoid mixing heavy items (likework clothes)with light items
(likeblouses).
• Try a fabric softener.
Overloading or incorrect • Loadyour washer so clothes haveenough room to move
water level freely with water covering all ofthe clothes.
Incorrect wash and • Hatch Cycleselectionto the type of fabricyou are washing
drg cgcles (especiallyfor easy care loads).
Repeated washing in • Wash in warm or coldwater.
water that istoo hot
SOUNDS Possible Causes Reason
"Metallic clicking" Shifter mechanism is • Thedrive system will engage at the start of agitate and
engaging or disengaging disengage when agitate iscomplete. Thisoccurs multiple
times during the wash.
Back and forth "swoosh" Electric motor reversing • Thismachine hasa drive system that doesn't usegears.
or light "clicking" sound direction Thissound isthe motor rotating back and forth to clean
during agitate your laundry.
"Click" when water Relagswitch • Therelay makes a clicksound when activated. Thewater
stops filling levelactivates the relayand stops filling.
"Clicking" behind Contro/ Automatic Temperature • Twovalvesmix cold and hot water.The"clicking"iswhen either
Panel during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raiseor lowerthe fill water temperature.
Water flow changes Automatic Temperature • Twovalvesmix coldand hotwater.Theflow changeswheneither
during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raiseor lowerthe fill water temperature.
Motor "whining up" or Motor ramping up/down • Themotor will speed up incrementally duringthe spin cycle.
"coasting down" in spin during spin cgcle When spin iscomplete, it will coast until it stops.
"Humming" Water drain pump • Thedrain pump will make a humming sound when pumping
out water after agitation stopsand continue until spin is
complete.
"Gurgling" Water drain pump • When the pump starts drawing inair, It starts to gurgle.
Thewasher should then begin spinning and the sound will
continue until it isdone spinning.
Washer is noisy Washer isuneven • To levelthe front of the washer,adjust the front levelinglegs
by rotating the individual leg in the proper direction for up
or down. To levelthe back of the washer, lift the back of the
machine 4"(11cm) and set down.
Shipping rod is still assembled • Toremove the shipping rod from the washer, pull theyellow
in the unit tag and removethe attached rod from the bottom right hand
side of the washer.

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Hotpoint Washer Warranty.
All warranty service provided b_ our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours ada_ visit us at wwwt-/otpoint.com, or call
800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and
model number available when calling for service.
Staple your receipt here,
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty,
For The Period Of:
One Year
Fromthe date of the
original purchase
We Will Replace:
Any factory specified part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related
serviceto replace the defective part.
What Is Not Covered:
•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, misused, or
used for other than the intended purpose or used
commercially.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
• Products which are not defective or broken, or which are
working as described in the Owner's Manual.
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
• Incidental or consequentialdamage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
• Defects or damage due to operation in freezing
temperatures.
• Damage caused after delivery.
•Productnot accessible to provide required service.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the
USA,if the product is located in an area where service by aGEAuthorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a
trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GEService location, in Alaska, the warranty excludes the
cost of shipping or service calls toyour home,
/fyou need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use GEfactory specified parts, Theseparts are designed to
work with your appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GEspecifications,
Some states do not allow the excMsion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, Thiswarranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state, Toknow what your legal rights are, consult your local
or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General,
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY40225
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Expert Hotpoint repair service isonly onestep away from your door.Geton-line and schedule your service at
your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Orcall 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)during normal business
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GEConsumer Home Serviceswill still be there after your warranty expires.
Parts and Accessories www.Hotpoint.com
Individuals qualified to servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes
(VISA,MasterCard and Discovercurds are accepted).Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone
at 800.626.2002 during normal businesshours.
If you need to order replacement parts,we recommend that you only useGEfactory specified parts.These
parts are designed to work with your appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GEspecifications.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper
servicing may cause unsafe operation.
Contact Us www.Hotpoint.com
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including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations
Hotpoint, Appliance Park
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Instrucciones
de seguridad .................. 2,s
Instrucciones de operaci6n
Ajustes de control ................. 4
C6mo cargar y usar
la lavadora ......................... 6
Cuidado y limpieza
de la lavadora ...................... 6
Funciones .......................... 5
Panel de control .................... 4
Consejos para la soluci6n
de problemas ................. 7-9
Soporte al consumidor
Garantia .......................... 11
Soporte al consumidor............ 12
Escribu el n(lmero de modelo
y de serie uqui:
No. de modelo
No. de serie
Puede encontrarlos
bajo la puerta
de la lavadora.
3,9-90436 02-72 GE

INFORMACION DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTE.
LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR.
minimizar e/riesgo de incendio o exp/osidn, descarga e/ectrica, o para
evitar dahos ala propiedad, lesiones personales, o muerte.
SEGURIDADDELCALENTADORDEAGUA
Endeterminadas condiciones,en un calentador deagua que nose haya utilizado durante un
minimo dedos semanas sepuede producir gashidr6geno. Elgas hidr6geno puede resultar explosivo
en determinadas circunstancias.
Siel agua caliente no se ha utilizado por dos semanaso m6s,prevenga la posibilidadde sufrir da_os o lesiones
abriendo todos losgrifos de agua caliente ydejandola correr durante varios minutos. Realiceeste proceso antes
de utilizar cualquier electrodom6stico que se conecteal sistema de agua caliente.Estesencillo procedimiento le
permitird liberar todo el gas hidr6geno acumulado. Debidoa que el gases inflamable,nofume ni utilice ninguna
llama o electrodom6stico durante el proceso.
%INSTAMC/ONCORRECTA
La lavadora se debe instalar y colocar correctamente de acuerdo con/as instrucciones de instalacidn,
antes de utilizarla. Si no recibio la hoja con instrucciones de instalacidn, puede obtener una
visitando www.Hotpoint.com o Ilamando a1800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
Instaleo almacenela lavadoraen un lugardonde
no est6expuestaa temperaturas bajo ceroni alas
inclemenciasclimaticas,ya que esto puedeprovocar
damosirreversiblese invalidarla garantia.
Conectecorrectamentea tierra la lavadorade
conformidad contodos losc6digosy ordenanzas
regulatorias.Sigala informaci6nde Instrucciones
de instalaci6n.
Paraasegurar una instalaci6n adecuada, deje
correr dos ciclos de Whites/Rinse (RopeBlanca/
EnjuagueJcon tamaBo de carga pequeBaANTES
de realizarel primer lavado.
Esta lavadora no incluye mangueras de suministro
de agua.
GErecomienda enf6ticamente el usode piezas
especificadasde f6brica. A continuaci6n se
encuentra una lista de mangueras de f6brica
disponibles para la compra. Estasmangueras
est6n fabricadas y probadas para cumplir con las
especificaciones de GE.
GErecomiendaenf6ticamenteel usode mangueras
nuevasdesuministrode agua.Lasmanguerasse
desgastanconeltiempoy debenreemplazarse
cada5 aBospara reducirelriesgodefallasen las
manguerasy daBosprovocadospor elagua.
Piezas y accesorios
Solic[teloson-line hoy mismo a GEAppliances.com,
las 2/4horas del d[a o por tel6fono a1800.626.2002
en horario normal de trabajo.
Ntimero de Pieza Accesorio
WH41XI0207
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Mangueras de goma
de suministro de agua
de 4 pies
ZONADELAVADERO•IVlantengala zona por debajo y alrededor
de sus electrodom6sticos libresde materiales
combustibles como pelusa,papel,trapos,
productos qu[micos,etc.
WXI4XIO005 IVlanguerastrenzada
de suministro de agua
de 4 pies
•Esnecesario vigilar con atenci6n a los niBos
siutilizan lalavadora o seencuentran en las
proximidades. Nodeje que losniBosjueguen sobre
6ste u otro electrodom6stico, con 61o en su interior.
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AL UT/LIZARLALAVADORA
Ut/liceeste
e/ectrodomestico•
solo/)am d uso
que sedescribe
en estemanual
delpropietario, •
Nunca introduzca lasmanos en la lavadora
mientras #sta seencuentre en movimiento.
Esperea que la m6quina sehaya detenido por
completo antes de abrir la tapa.
No mezcleblanqueadores clorados con amoniaco
o c_cidoscomo vinagre o desoxidantes. La mezcla
de distintos productos qu[micos puede producir
gasest6xicos que pueden causar la muerte.
No laveni sequeprendas que sehayan limpiado,
lavado, empapado o manchado con sustancias
inflamables o explosivas(como cera, aceite,
pintura, gasolina, desengrasantes, disolventes
de limpieza en seco,queroseno, etc.)que puedan
prenderse o explosionar. Noafiada ninguna de
estassustancias al agua delavado. Noutilice
ni coloque ninguna de estas sustanciasen torno
a la lavadora o la secadora durante el
funcionamiento.
Elproceso de lavado puede reducir el tiempo
previoa la inflamaci6n de lostejidos. Paraevitar
este efecto, sigacon atenci6n lasinstrucciones de
lavadoy cuidado del fabricante de la prenda.
Paraminimizar la posibilidadde descarga el@ctrica,
desenchufe elelectrodom6stico de la corriente o
desconecte la lavadora en el panel de distribuci6n
de la vivienda quitando elfusible o apagando el
interruptor antes de realizarcualquier tarea de
mantenimiento o limpieza.
NOTA:ElIlewr I_perill_ selectorade cicIoa la
posicion OFFu oprimir PAUSENO desconecta
el electrodomesticode la alimentacion,
Nointente en ningOncaso utilizar la lavadora
si est6 dafiada, funciona incorrectamente, est6
parcialmente desmontada, le faltan piezas o
algunas est6n rotas, incluidos el cable o el enchufe.
CUANDONO ESTEENUSO
CierrelasIlavesde paso minimizar lasfugas en
caso de que seproduzca una rotura o grieta.
Compruebe el estado de lasmangueras de
Ilenado; Hotpoint recomienda el cambio de las
mangueras cada 5 aBos.
Antes de deshacersede una lavadora o de
desecharla,quite la puerta de la lavadora para
evitar quelos ni_osse escondan en su interior.
•Nointente reparar ni sustituir ninguna pieza
de este electrodom@stico,a menos que se
recomiende de manera expl[cita en el manual del
propietario
o en instrucciones publicadas de usoy reparaci6n
que seancomprensiblesy que puedarealizarusted.
•Nomanipule loscontroles.
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Panel de control.
Paso I
• Agregue el detergente
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• Agregue las prendas
• Seleccione el tama_o de la carga
• Seleccione la temperatura.
• Seleccione el ciclo de lavado
• Seleccione opciones
Paso 4
• Cierre la puerta
• Tire la perilla
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
Controles
Tamafio de carga (ena/gunos mode/og
Agregue lasprendas sin apretar en el tambor de la lavadora. Sobrecargar el tambor puede producir un impacto
negativo en el desempefio de lavado. Ajuste eltamafio de la carga seg0n corresponda.
Temperatura (en algunos modelog
Seleccionela temperatura del agua para losciclosde lavado y enjuague.Cuando realiceel lavado, observe siempre
las instrucciones o r6tulos de cuidados del fabricante del tejido.
Options (on some models)
Suavizante de Telas gEnjuague Power
Configure esta opci6n al planificar el agregado manual de suavizante de tela durante el ciclo de enjuague o cuando
se utiliza detergente o blanqueador extra para limpiar prendas muy sucias. Brinda un enjuague en frio
mejorado.
Ciclo de lavado-perilla selectora del ciclo
Latabla siguiente Ioayudar6 a combinar la configuraci6n de ciclo de lavado con sus prendas. Latabla est6
clasificada de mayor a menor intensidad de lavado.
Su lavadora no puede tener todos estos ciclos.
WHITESPara prendas, ropa de cama, de trabajo y dejuego de algod6n muy o medianamente sucias.
(LAVADOCOMON/CENTRIFUGADORAPIDO)
COLORS(Colores) Paraprendas de cuidado f6cil, libre de arrugas y de planchado permanente.
(LAVADOCOMON/CENTRIFUGADORAPIDO)
PERMANENTPRESS(Presi6n Permanente) Paracolores y vaqueros con suciedad de intensa a ligera.
(PULSEDCENTRIFUGADORAPIDO)
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Embudo para el blanqueador liquido
ElIlenadode agua diluye el blanqueador liquido con cloro a medida que seva Ilenando para
elciclo de lavado.
Ill Lealasetiquetasde cuidadode lasprendasparadeterminar sihay instruccionesespeciales.
121Mida la cantidad de blanqueador liquido con todo cuidado siguiendo lasinstrucciones de
la botella.
•No vierta nunca blanqueador Ifquido con cloro sin diluir directamente sobre la ropa ni
en el cesto de lavado,
•No vierta blanqueador en polvo en el embudo de/blanqueador,
r_l Antes de encender la lavadora, vierta la cantidad medida de blanqueador directamente
en el embudo. Evite salpicar o Ilenar el dosificador en exceso. Si prefiere usar blanqueador
en polvo, agr6guelo en el cesto de lavado con su detergente.
•No mezcle blanqueador con cloro con amonfaco o bcidos como vinagrey/o removedor
de oxido, La mezcla de qufmicos distintos puede producir un gas toxico que cause la
muerte,
Suavizante de Tela Liquido (Agregar manualmente durante el ciclo de
enjuague)
II1Gire la perilla Options (Opciones)aFabric Softener (Suavizantede Tela).
r21 Midael suavizante de tela liquido con cuidado, siguiendo lasinstrucciones en la botella,y
agregue el mismo durante el ciclo de enjuague.
NOTA:Laperilla Options [Opciones)sedeber6 girar a Fabric Softener [Suavizante de Tela).
Preguntas Frecuentes
P:zCu61esla diferencia entre las configuraciones Heavy (fuerte)y Light (suave)?
R:ParaWhites (blancos)y Colors(colores),el tiempo de agitaci6n de lavado aumenta en
6 minutos y para PermanentPress(Presi6n Permanente) en 12 minutos. (Lostiempos son
aproximados).
P:_LCu61esla diferencia entre Regular(comOn)y Pulsed(pulsado)?
R:ComOnsignifica que la lavadora realizar6 la agitaci6n continuamente durante el ciclo de
lavado. Elciclo pulsado brinda un ciclo de lavado m6s suave incluyendo periodos de pausa
durante el lavado.
P:iLQU6ciclo esel mejor para prendas muy sucias?
R:Losciclos Blancosy Colorestienen la mayor intensidad de lavado. Esteciclo ofrece la
mejor limpiezatotal. Elciclo PermanentPress(Presi6n Permanente)Informal debe usarse para
prendas libres de arrugas y planchado permanente.
P:_LC6mopuedo reducir la producci6n de pelusa?
R:Separe lascargas de lavado por el tipo de tela y por sijuntan pelusa(velvet6n,corderoy) o
producen pelusa (telade toalla, felpilla).Lavecargas pequeflas durante periodosde tiempo
menos prolongados.
P:iLCu6ntodetergente debo usar?
R:Para un mejor desempefio, siempre siga lasinstrucciones de uso del fabricante del
detergente. Muchosdetergentes sonconcentrados, asi que debe consultarse la etiqueta del
producto y respetarselas lineasmarcadas de lastazas de medici6n del detergente. Una
cantidad excesivade detergente puede tener un impacto negativo en el desempeflo de
lavado.

C6mo cargar gusar la lavadora.
Siempre siga las instrucciones del fabricante de la ropa cuando lave.
Separaciondecargas
Separe por color (blancos,claros, colores),nivel de
suciedad,tipo de tela (algodones rOsticos,limpieza
facil, delicados)y sila tela produce pelusa(tela de
toalla, felpilla)ojunta pelusa (terciopelo,pana).
Usocorrecto deldetergente
Agregue el detergente antes de colocar las prendas
para que el detergente pueda funcionar en forma
efectiva. Usarmuy poca o mucha cantidad de
detergente esuna causa comOnde problemas de
lavado.
Paratratar manchas, aplique pretratamiento alas
prendas seg0n serecomienda en la etiqueta del
producto. Laaplicaci6n debe realizarse en el tambor
para evitar una pulverizaci6n excesiva que podria
provocar que los colores de la tapa o de losgr6ficos
pierdan su intensidad.
Youcan uselessdetergent ifyou have soft water,
a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Cuando utilice detergentes de alta eficiencia o
concentrados, consulte la etiqueta del producto
para determinar la cantidad requerida para un
desempeBo6ptimo. Unacantidad excesivade
detergente puede tener un impacto negativo en el
desempeBode lavado.
Cargadela lavadora
Agregue lasprendas secassin apretar en el tambor
de la lavadora. Cuandocargue prendas h0medas,
asegOresede establecer
el nivelde agua/carga Iosuficientemente alto para
que las prendas semuevan con libertad. Elnivel
de agua apenas debe cubrir la ropa. Para agregar
prendasdespu6s de que la lavadora haya arrancado,
levante la puerta y sumerja lasprendas adicionales
junto al agitador.
•No envuelva prendas largas como s4banas
opantalones alrededor del agit_gdor,
• No lave telas que contengan materiales inflamables
(como cera, Ifquidos limpiadores, eta),
• Washer will not agit_gte or spin with the lid up,
however the timer will continue to run,
Cuidado g limpieza de la lavadora.
Cestode lavado: Dejelatapa abierta despu6s
de lavar para que seevapore la humedad. Si
desealimpiar el cesto,use un paBosuave y limpio
empapado en detergente liquido;luego enju6guelo.
(Nouselimpiadores duros.)
Mangueras de Ilenado: Hotpoint recomienda el
cambio de lasmangueras cada 5 aBos.
Exterior'.Seque losderrames de inmediato. S6quelos
con un pa_o hOmedo.Evitegolpear la superficiecon
objetos cortantes.
Traslado g almacenamiento: Pidaleal t6cnico
de servicioque elimine el agua de la bombay
las mangueras. Consultelasinstrucciones de
instalaci6n que seincluyen con el producto para
recibir informaci6n sobre c6mo reinstalar la varilla
de embarque para mantener el cesto met61ico
estacionario cuando secambie la lavadora de lugar.
Para mayor informaci6n, visite www.Hotpoint.com
o Ilame al 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).Noguarde
la lavadora donde pudiera quedar expuesta alas
condiciones clim6ticas.
Vacacianes prolongadas: AsegOresede cerrar la
provisi6n de agua en losgrifos. Drenetoda el agua
de las mangueras si la temperatura Ilegar6a valores
inferiores a cero.
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AGUA Causas posibles Qu_ hacer
Demasiada espuma Demosiado detergente •Midaeldetergente concuidado. Usemenosjab6n sitieneagua
blanda,una cargo m6s livianao ropa poco sucia.
Tipo de cletergente • Cambiea una marco de detergente que haga menos espuma
ysiga los instruccionesen el envase.
Agua blancla • Pruebecon menos detergente.
Fugas de agua Demasiado cletergente • Usemenos detegente. Usemenosjab6n sitiene agua blanda,
en la lavadora una cargo m6s liviana o ropa poco sucia.
La manguera de Ilenado • Aseg0resede que losconexionesde la manguera est6nfirmes
o la de desagLieest6 mal en losgrifos yque losarandelas de goma est6n instaladas.
conectada Aseg0resede que el extremo de la manguera de desagQe
est6 insertado coma corresponde ybien seguro al desagQe.
EldesagLiedela casaest6tapaclo • Examinela tuberiade la casa.Tendr6que Ilamaral fontanero.
Manguera de desagLiefloja • AsegQresede que la manguera de desagQeest6 bien
colocada en la porte trasera de la lavadora yque losdos
tornillos de retenci6n seencuentren firmemente instalados.
La manguera de desagLie • Aseg0resede que la manguera de desagQeno haga
roza la pared contacto con la pared. Estopuede provocar un desgaste
excesivo en la manguera.
Presi6n de agua constante • Ajuste los mangueras a losgrifos ycierre el agua despu6s
a los mangueras de Ilenaclo de coda usa.
en la fuente de agua • Verifique la condici6n de losmangueras de Ilenado:sedeben
reemplazar coda 5 atlas.
La temperatura del agua Temperaturas m6s frias • Sehart formulado nuevos detergentes para colada que
parece incorrecta del agua proporcionan trabajan con temperaturas m6s frias del agua sin afectar
magor eficiencia energ_tica el rendimiento del lavado.
La provisi6n de agua est_ • Abra losgrifos de agua caliente yfria yaseg0rese de que
cerrada o mal conectada losmangueras est6n conectadas a losgrifos correctos.
Losfiltros de malla de • Cierrelafuente de agua yretirelos mangueras de conexi6n de
la v61vula de agua est_n agua de la portesuperiortrasera de lalavadora. Useun cepilloo
tapados mondadientes para limpiar losfiltros de malla de la lavadora.
Vuelvaa conectar los mangueras yabra el agua de nuevo.
Elcalentador de agua de • Aseg0resede que el calentador est6 suministrando agua
la casa no est6 configurado a 120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
correctamente
Agua bombeada antes La puerto est_ levantacla o • Reconfigureelciclo.
de completarse el ciclo el ciclo se puso en pausa par
m6s de 24 horas
El agua no drena Lo manguero de desogiJe • Enderecela manguera de desagQey aseg6rese de que
est6 doblada o mol conectoda la lavadora no est6 apoyada sabre ella.
• Laparte superior de la salida del desagQedebe estar
a menos de 8 pies (2,5m)par encima del piso.
La lavadora hate una pausa Estoes normal • Estoesnormal. La lavadora alterna entre agitar yremojer
durante el ciclo de lavado durante algunos ciclosde lavado para que sus prendas se
limpien mejor con menos desgaste.
La lavadora se interrumpe Estoes normal
durante el ciclo de
centrifugado
• Lalavadora puede hacer pausas durante el ciclo de
centrifugado para eliminar el aguajabonosa con m6s
eficiencia.
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OPERACION Causas posibles Qu_ hacer
La lavadora no funciona Lolavadora no est6 enchufada •Aseg0resede que el caableest6 bien enchufaactoaa
un tomacorriente que funcione.
Lefuente de agua est6 cerrada• Abra par completo losgrifos de agua fr[a y caliente.
Loscontrolesnoest_nbienpuestos• Verifique loscontroles.
La puerto est_ abierta--una • Cierrela puerta y vuelva a iniciar el ciclo desde elcomienzo,
caracteristico de seguridad si esnecesario.
impidelaagitaci6ng centrifugado
cuandolapuertoest6levantada
Eldisguntor/fusible est6 • Verifiqueel disyuntor/fusibles.Reemplaacelosfusibleso reaajuste
cortado/quemado el disyuntor.Laalaavaadoraadebe tener untomaacorrientesepaaraado.
Nose ha jalado la perilla • Jaalelaaperillaadel temporizaador.
del temporizador
Falta el im6n de la puerta • Ll(]me(]servicio.
Movimiento dentro de la Elmecanismo de conmutacibn • Cuaandolaam6quinaaseaapaagaamaanuaalmente,laaconmutaaci6n
m6quina cuando seapaga desengancha el motor desengaanchaael motor aantesde aapaagaarsepar completo. Sise
levaantaalaapuertaaaantesde que el motor se desengaanche,
volver6 aafuncionaarcuaandose cierre laapuertaa.
RENDIPIIENTO Causes posibles Qu_ hacer
La ropa est6 demasiado Ciclo de centrifugado • Aseg0reseque el ciclo de centrifugaadoseleccionaadocoincidaa
mojada seleccionadoincorrecto con lacargaque est#lav(]ndo.Algunastelassesentir6nm6s
h0med(]scu(]ndoseenju(]guencon(]gu(]fr[(].
Manchas de colores Usa incorrecto del tejido • Checkfabric softener package for instructions.
suavizante • Traatelaasmaanchaaspreviaamentey vuelvaaaalaavaarlaasprendaas..
Transferencia de colores • Sepaarelaasprendaasblaancaaso de colores claarosde laasde
colores oscuros.
Prendas grises o No hag detergente suficiente • Usem6s detergente (enespeciaalcon c(]rg(]s m6s gr(]ndes).
amarillentas Aseg0resedeseguirI(]sinstruccionesdelf(]bricaantedel
detergente.
Agua pesada • Useun (]condicionaadorde (]gu(] coma C(]lgono instaale
un suaavizaadorde aaguaa.
Elague no estO Io • Aseg0resede que el caalentaadorde aaguaaest6 suministraando
suficientemente caliente aaguaaaa120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
Lolavadora est_ sobrecargada • Seleccioneeltaamaa_odelaacaargaaquecoincidaaconlaacaargaade
prendaas.
Eldetergente no se disuelve • Agregue el detergente aantesde caargaarlaasprendaas.
Transferencia de colores • Sepaarelaasprendaaspar color.Silaaetiquetaade laatel(] indic(]laavaar
sepaaraadaamente,pueden estaarindicaadosloscolores inestaables.
Pelusa o residuos Las prendas son secadas • Si no secaasu colaadaacon unaasecaadoraa,sus prendaaspueden
en los prendas al aire o en el tendedor retener m6s pelusaa.
Separaci6n incorrecto • Sepaarelosproductores de pelusaade los que laacaapten.
Lovadodemasiodo prolongado • Lavecaargaaspeque_aaspor menostiempo que laasm6s graandes.
Eldetergente no se disuelve • Agregue el detergente aantesde caargaarlaasprendaas.
• Pruebeun detergente I[quido.
• Useunaatemperaaturaadel aaguaam6s caaliente.
Sobrecarga • Caarguelaasprendaassinaapretaaren el taamborde laalaavaadoraa.
Ajuste el t(]m(]_o de I(] carg(] en base(]1t(]m(]_o y
maateriaalde laasprendaas.
• Aseg0resede que el taamaa_ode caargaaseleccionaado
coincidaacon el de laasprendaas.
Uso incorrecto del tejido
suavizante • Check fabric softener paackaagefor instructions.
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