GE WSHX208 Washer User Manual


 
Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Information
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Water leaks
Fill hoses or drain hose is Make sure hose
improperly connected connections are tight at
washer and faucets and
make sure end of drain
hose is correctly inserted
in and secured to drain
facility.
Household drain may Check household
be clogged plumbing. You may need
to call a plumber.
Constant water pressure Tighten hoses at the
to the fill hoses at the faucets and turn the water
water source off after each use.
Check condition of the fill
hoses; they may need
replacement after 5 years.
Oversudsing Use less detergent or low
sudsing detergent.
Washer is noisy
Washer is uneven Make sure washer is level
and firm to the floor.
Washer load is Push the Cycle knob in to
unbalanced stop the washer, open the
door and redistribute the
load evenly. Close the door
and restart.
High pitch jet engine This is normal during the
sound spin cycle.
Squealing sound or Washer is overloaded. Stop
hot rubber odor washer and reduce load.
Shipping bolts and
See Installation Instructions
foam block have not for directions to remove
been removed shipping bolts and foam
block.
Washer is overloaded,
Stop washer and reduce
causing squealing sound
load size.
or hot rubber odor
Rattling and clanking
Check drum for foreign
caused by foreign objects
objects. Turn items with
in tub or pump or metal
metal fasteners inside out.
fasteners hitting tub Call authorized servicer to
inspect pump.
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