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
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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
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• 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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