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GE Appliances WPSF4170 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 GEAppliances WPSF4170 PartNo. 175D1807P211, P ub. No. 49-9946-I 997...
  • Page 2 Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GEFamily. Welcome to the GE family.. We're proud of our quality prod,ucts and we are committed to pro_4ding dependable seMce. You'll. see it in this easy-to-use Owner's Manual and you'll hem it in the friendly...

  • Page 3: Troubleshooting Tips

    Or call you can always call the GE Answer Center ® at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize :therisk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATER HEATER S AFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more.

  • Page 5: Proper Installation

    PROPER INSTALLAtiON 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 Properly ground...

  • Page 6: When Using The Washer

    IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS. READALL INFORMATION BEFOREUSING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual WHEN USING THE WASHER I Never reach into washer while The laundry process can it is moving. Wait until the reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics.

  • Page 7: When Not In Use

    WHEN NOTIN USE [] Turn offwater faucets to [] Do not attempt to repair or relieve pressure on hoses and replace any part of this valves and to minimize appliance unless specifically recommended in this leakage ifa break or rupture should occur.

  • Page 8: Aboutthe Washer Controlpanel

    Aboutthe washer controlpaneL Youcan locate ),'our model number behind the top edge of the control paneL • oN SensorWash • _RMANENTPRESS LOAD SIZE vARumLe EASY CARE_ COTTONS FABRIC CARE OPTION_; SUPER WARM WARM COLD WARM SIGkVd.EXTENDCO m_sz COU) COl.O COLD COLD WARM SPIN...
  • Page 9 Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing. c0"rr0NS Forheavy to lightly soiledcottons, household l inens, workandplayclothes. PERMANENT PRESSForeasy _;are andwrinkle-resistant items. KNITS Specially d esigned f or normal soilknits.

  • Page 10: Aboutthe Washer Features

    Aboutthe washer features. ff the SIGNAL option is selected, a signal will sound just before the end of the cycle. This reminds you to remove the clothes to avoid excess wrinkling before drying, ff you selected/EXTRA RINSEthe signal will sound at the end of the cycle and at the end of the EXTRA RINSE.
  • Page 11 Fabric Softener Dispenser This dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper lkne during the cycle: To use, follow these steps: Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator. Use only liquid fabric softener. Pour into dispenser, using amount recommended on package.

  • Page 12: Loading And Using The Washer

    About the washer features. Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator. [_ Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers.

  • Page 13: Fabric Care Labels

    FabricCareLabels Below are Fabric Care Label "symbols" that affect the clothing will be putting into the washer. WASH LABELS DRY LABELS BLEACHLABELS Loadingthe Washer Load dry items l°°sely, n° higher th:m the top row of holes in the washer tub. 'When loading wet items make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely.

  • Page 14: Careandcleaning Of The Washer

    €_ain pump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. Call the GE Answer Center("), 800.626.2000 for information on how to keep the tub stationary when moving _sher. Long Vacations:Be sure x_ater supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all...
  • Page 15 Beforeyoucall forservice... Troubleshooting tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. What To Do Possible Causes • Make sure cord is plugged Washer is unplugged securely into a working outlet.
  • Page 16 Before you call for service... Troubleshooting tips Possible Causes What To Do Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not improperly connected sitting on it. Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. above floor.
  • Page 17 What To Do Possible Causes * Separate lint producers ]Mcorrect sorting from lint collectors. • Wash small loads for a Washing too long shorter time than larger loads. • Add detergent as wash Detergent not dissolving basket fills with water, before you load clothes.
  • Page 18 Before you call for service... Troubleshooting tips Possible Causes What To Do Improper sorting Avoid mixing heavy item,; (like work clothes) with light items (like blouses). Try a fabric softener. Overloading Load your washer so incorrect water level clothes have enough room to move freely.
  • Page 19 Possible Causes What.To Do Result of normal wear on • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow poly-cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics the pilling process by washing garments inside Not enough detergent • Use more detergent (especially with larger loads).
  • Page 20 Notes...
  • Page 22 Notes...
  • Page 23 All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care®technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You: One Year Anypart of the washer which fails due to a defect From the date of the in materials or wGrkmanship.

  • Page 24: Service Telephone Numbers

    Service Telephone Numbers. GEAnswer Cente_ 800.626.2000 'Ilae GE Answer Center ® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In-Home RepairService800.GE-CARE$ (_70-432-2737) ]_pert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special N eedsService 8oo.626.2o0o TDD 800-TOD-GOtC (t_O-_-_2)

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