GE washers G161 - Manuel (Page 8)

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WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Too many suds Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully . Use less soap if you have
soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load .
Type of detergent • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow
instructions on package .
Soft water • Try less detergent .
Water leaks Using too much detergent • Use less detergent . Use less soap if you have soft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load .
Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed . Make sure end of drain hose
is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility .
Household drain may • Check household plumbing . You may need to call
be clogged a plumber .
Drain hose loose • Make sure drain hose is fully seated in back of washer and
that the two retaining screws are fully seated .
Drain hose rubs on wall • Make sure drain hose does not make contact with the wall .
May cause excessive wear on the hose .
Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after
to the fill hoses at the each use .
water source
• Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced
every 5 years .
Water temperature Cooler water temperatures • New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash
efficiency performance .
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
or improperly 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 .
House water heater is • Make sure house water heater is delivering water at
not set properly 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C) .
Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cycle was put in • Reset cycle .
cycle is complete pause for over 24 hours
Water won’t drain 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 6 ft (1 .8 m)
above floor .
Washer pauses during This is normal • This is normal . The washer alternates between agitate and
wash cycle soak during some wash cycles to get your clothes cleaner
with less wear .
Washer pauses during This is normal • The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
spin cycle soapy water more efficiently .