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Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Control and Indicator Settings . .5, 6
WSLS1100
Loading and Using the Washer . .7, 8
WSLP1100
Special Washer Features . . . . . . . . . .4
WSLM1100
Installation Instructions
Alcove or Closet Installation . . . . . 12
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . 10
Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . 9
Leveling the Washer
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire WARNING! or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATER HEATER SAFETY 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. If the hot water has not been used for tw
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support www.GEAppliances.com WHEN NOT IN USE n Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on n Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a this appliance unless specifically recommended break or rupture should occur. Check the in this Owner’s Manual, or in published user- condition of the fill hoses; they may need repair instructions that you unders
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Special washer features. Before starting the washer: • Load the laundry in the washer. • Add the detergent and fabric softener to the dispenser drawer. • Add bleach (if needed) to the bleach dispenser. Detergent and Fabric Softener Dispenser Drawer The detergent and fabric softener To Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser: Maximum Fill Tower dispensers will automatically release their Use only liquid fabric softener. Pour into contents at the proper time during the dispenser, using amount recommend
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the control and indicator settings. www.GEAppliances.com CLOTHES CARE CYCLE SELECTION TIME PRESOAK EXTRA LARGE COLORS REMAINING HOT/COLD NORMAL LARGE WHITES WARM/WARM WASH RINSE ONLY MEDIUM DELICATES WARM/COLD MIN SMALL COLD/COLD SPIN ONLY QUICK WASH LOAD SENSING POWER WASH START ON/OFF LOAD PAUSE OPTIONS TEMP WASH SIZE WASH/RINSE CYCLE Before starting the washer: • Load the laundry i
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About the control and indicator settings. 3 LOAD SIZE The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket. 4 WASH CYCLE These wash cycles control the length of the washing process. The chart below will help match the WASH CYCLE setting to your specific laundry needs. When a cycle is selected, the automatic temperature that the machine defaults to, can be changed to whatever temperature you
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. www.GEAppliances.com Sorting Wash Loads Colors Soil Fabric Lint Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producers Lights Normal Easy Care Lint Collectors Darks Light Sturdy Cottons Proper Use of Detergent Add clothes and detergent, then start the washer. You can use less detergent if you have soft water, Usin
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Loading and using the washer. Fabric Care Labels Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering. WASH LABELS Machine wash Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ Do not wash Do not wring cycle Hand wash wrinkle resistant delicate Water temperature Hot Warm Cold/cool (50°C/120°F) (40°C/105°F) (30°C/85°F) DRY LABELS Tumble dry Do not dry Dry Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ (used with Do not tumble dry wrinkle resistant delicate do not wash) Heat setting High Medium L
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Installation Washer WSLS1100 WSLP1100 WSLM1100 Instructions If you have questions, call 800-GECARES or visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com PLUMBING BEFORE YOU BEGIN • WATER PRESSURE—Must be 10 p.s.i. minimum to Read these instructions completely and carefully. 150 p.s.i. maximum dynamic pressure measured at • faucet. IMPORTANT Save these – instructions for local inspector’s use. • WATER TEMPERATURE—Household water heater should be set to deliver water at 120° to 150°F • IMPORTANT Obse
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Installation Instructions CAUTION: Before plugging in washer, read the following electrical requirements. LEVELING THE WASHER – ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS STATIONARY MODELS CAUTION: For personal safety, do Before connecting the hoses, the washer must be level. not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this Leveling locks are located at the bottom front of the appliance. left and right sides of the washer. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third grounding prong from the power
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Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR STATIONARY MODELS WSLS1100 AND WSLM1100 WARNING: Make sure the washer is unplugged. 1 FLUSH WATER LINES 4 CONNECT DRAIN HOSE Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to flush Form a U shape on the end of the drain hose with the the water lines and remove particles that might clog up hose pointed toward the drain. Place the hose in a the water valve screens. laundry tub or stand pipe and secure it with a cable tie (not included). NOTE: If the d
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Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR STATIONARY MODELS WSLS1100 AND WSLM1100 (CONT.) 5 PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A 7 REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE FILM GROUNDED OUTLET COVERING THE CONTROL PANEL Insure proper ground exists before use 8 READ THE REST OF THIS OWNER’S MANUAL 6 RUN THE WASHER THROUGH A It contains valuable and helpful information that will save you time and money. COMPLETE CYCLE Check for water leaks and proper operation. NOTE: If your washer does not operate, please review the B
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Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR PORTABLE MODEL WSLP1100 – ONE-FAUCET CONNECTIONS Use the hose connector provided with the washer for a 3 one-faucet connection. CONNECT TO VALVE INLET Attach the COLD water supply connector to the COLD water valve inlet (color BLUE). Make sure TO CONNECT THE WASHER: the washer is inside the connector before tightening. ® 1 REMOVE THE UNI-COUPLE HOSE FROM INSIDE THE WASHER BASKET Drain Connection Faucet Connector COLD Water Supply Connector 4 TIGH
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Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR PORTABLE MODEL WSLP1100 – ONE-FAUCET CONNECTIONS (CONT.) TO DISCONNECT THE WASHER: 6 MAKE SURE THE TEMPERATURE SELECTOR IS SET AT COLD/COLD 1 TURN WATER FAUCET OFF 7 SLOWLY TURN ON THE WATER FAUCET ALL THE WAY TO THE DESIRED TEMPERATURE SETTING 2 UNPLUG POWER CORD AND RETURN IT TO THE STORAGE AREA 8 PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A 3-PRONG GROUNDED OUTLET The electrical power cord is on the back of the 3 PRESS THE RED WATER FLOW washer. BUTTON TO RELEAS
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Installation Instructions 4 DISCONNECT FROM WATER LINE 5 DRAIN WATER Move the locking collar down and pull the hose Drain water from the hoses through the connector down to disengage from the faucet hose connector. adapter. Locking Collar Hose Connector WASHER CONNECTIONS FOR PORTABLE MODEL WSLP1100 – TWO-FAUCET CONNECTIONS If you have two separate water connections, your washer 3 can be connected to both the hot and cold water faucets. PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A This kit can be purchased from
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Status Indicators n Press POWER ON/OFF to turn off the washer. n Call for service. IE When the cycle has started but water has not filled the wash basket within 60 minutes, a signal will sound and this code will be displayed. FF n Make sure the incoming water faucets are on. n Make sure the fill hoses are not clogged or kinked. Power di
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support www.GEAppliances.com WATER POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Too many suds Type of detergent • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package. Very soft water • Try less detergent. Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have soft water, a smaller load, or a lightly soiled load. Water leaks Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips OPERATION POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Washer pauses in cycle The washer normally pauses between washing steps Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set properly • Make sure all selections have been made. Lid is open • Close lid and press START/PAUSE. Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit bre
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support www.GEAppliances.com PERFORMANCE (cont’d) POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers. or excessive wear buttons, belt buckles, • Remove loose items like pins, objects in pockets zippers, and sharp objects and sharp buttons. left in pockets • Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out. Undiluted chlorine bleach • C
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