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Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Control Panel and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
WSKS3040
Loading and Using the Washer . . . . . .6, 7
Washer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation Instructions
Alcove or Closet Installation . . . . . . . . . . 13
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Leveling the Was
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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
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WHEN NOT IN USE Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if this appliance unless specifically recommended a 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 understand and repla
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About the washer control panel. 1 CYCLE COTTONS NORMAL EASY DELICATES CARE HOT START LOAD TEMP WARM SIZE OFF COLD Light off = HIGH Light on = MEDIUM Both Lights on = WARM 4 3 2 About the control settings. 1 WASH CYCLE These wash cycles control the length of the washing process. COTTONS Use this cycle to get 18 minutes of wash time for sturdy or heavily soiled loads. Wash combines high-speed agitation and high-speed spin for maximum soil removal. NORMAL Use this cycle to get 12 minutes of wash
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the washer features. ge.com Detergent Dispenser Drawer The detergent dispenser will automatically NOTE: Liquid detergent can be poured release its contents at the proper time in the bottom of the washer tub. during the cycle. Add measured detergent to the dispenser. Make sure detergent is spread evenly and is level. Liquid Bleach Dispenser The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleac
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Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Sorting Wash Loads Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy). Proper Use of Detergent Add clothes and detergent, then start the washer. You can use less detergent if you have soft water, Using too little or too much detergent is a common a sma
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 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 Pre
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Installation Washer WSKS3040 Instructions If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: ge.com PLUMBING BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • WATER PRESSURE—Must be 10 p.s.i. minimum to 150 p.s.i. maximum dynamic pressure measured at faucet. • IMPORTANT – Save these • WATER TEMPERATURE—Household water heater instructions for local inspector’s use. should be set to deliver water at 120° to 150°F (50° to 66°C) IN THE WASHER when HOT wash is se
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Installation Instructions GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) ADDITIONAL PARTS YOU MAY NEED Your installation may require additional parts. For DANGER: Improper connection of the ordering information, please refer to the consumer equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of support section in this manual. electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are If you have: You will need to purchase: in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Laundry tub or standpipe •
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Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS WARNING: Make sure the washer is unplugged. 1 2 DRAIN SYSTEM CONNECT DRAIN HOSE The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain Proper connection of the drain hose will protect your system (floor to wall) or the laundry tub drain system. floors from damage due to water leakage. To prevent Select the drain hose installation method you need. the drain hose from coming off or leaking, it must be installed according to the following instructions. St
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Installation Instructions 2 3 CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (cont.) CONNECT INLET HOSES For standpipe or laundry tub drain systems: • Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the • Open yellow, single-wire clamp with pliers and couplings. slide over hooked end of drain hose to secure the rubber and corrugated sections together. Hooked end Washer Coupling Drain hose Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets Make sure the washer basket is empty. • At
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Installation Instructions WASHER CONNECTIONS 3 5 CONNECT INLET HOSES (cont.) SECURE DRAIN HOSE Connect the inlet hoses to the washer • Drape the power cord oer the console. • Attach the hose with the red coupling to the HOT • Move the washer to its final location and remove any (right) inlet valve. Attaching the red coupling first cardboard used to move washer. makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers. • Locate the beaded tie strap (supplied). Screw on coupling by hand until it is seate
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Installation Instructions 7 10 PLUG THE POWER CORD REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE FILM INTO A GROUNDED OUTLET COVERING THE CONTROL PANEL Insure proper ground exists before use 11 READ THE REST OF THIS 8 OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST It contains valuable and helpful information that will Before starting the washer, check to make sure: save you time and money. ❏ Main power is turned on. ❏ The washer is plugged in. ❏ The water faucets are turned on. ❏ The unit is level. ❏ The drain hose is properly
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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. 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 hos
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com OPERATION POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Washer pauses during The washer normally pauses wash cycle between washing steps Washer pauses during This is normal • The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove spin cycle soapy water more efficiently. Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips 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 • Check bleach package instructions for proper amount. • Never add undiluted bleac
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: Complete and mail After mailing the Read your Owner’s your Consumer registration below, Manual carefully. Product Ownership store this document It will help you Registration today. in a safe place. It operate your new Have the peace of contains inform
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE Washer Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here. ® or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service, Proof of the original purchase on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES date is needed to obtain service (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number under the warranty. availabl
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