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GE Appliances Safety Information Owner’s Manual Important Safety Information . .3 WHSE3100 Operating Instructions WLSE4210 Control Panels ... .4, 5 WLSE3150 Control Settings ...5, 6 WMSE3140 Features .
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If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all. If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in the back section. Or you can always call the GE Answer ® , Center at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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, toll-free, the GE Answer Center 800.626.2000.
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About the washer control panel. • Select load size and • Add clothes other wash options • Select wash cycle • Close lid • Add detergent • Push START Quick Start Guide NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting. Model WHSE3100 WASH TIME LOAD SIZE...
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Model WLSE3150 WASH TIME LOAD SIZE 3 CUSTOM CARE SPEEDS TEMPERATURE OPTIONS FILL SOAK RINSE FINAL VARIABLE WASH/SPIN WASH/RINSE RINSE SPIN QUICK RINSE EXTRA LIGHT SUPER RESET NORMAL GENTLE WARM SPIN ONLY FAST FAST COLD COLD RINSE LIGHT EXTRA START LARGE COTTONS HEAVY...
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About the control settings. Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the Cycle Selector knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection.
About washer features. 2nd Rinse Option (on some models) RINSE When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the 2nd Rinse option. It provides a second deep cold rinse. Extended Spin Option (on some models) Use this option to extract more water from your clothes.
Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. 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 detergent and start the washer before adding You can use less detergent if you have soft water, clothes so that the detergent can work effectively.
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® detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty weather. Call the GE Answer Center , 800.626.2000 cleaners.) for information on how to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer.
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 • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow Type of detergent instructions on package.
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(con) OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Wash speed changes A Normal wash speed was chosen • It is normal for the Normal wash speed to change from fast to moderate during the wash cycle. Washer won’t operate • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Washer is unplugged Water supply is turned off •...
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Before you call for service… (con) PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do Pilling Result of normal wear on • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the poly-cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out. fuzzy fabrics Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp...
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You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. 800-626-2224 Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
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Our service number is information, call the safety modification. ® 800 GE CARES GE Answer Center (800-432-2737). 800.626.2000. Model Number Serial Number Important: If you did not get a registration card with your...
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GE Washer Warranty ® All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician. For service, call 1-800-GE-CARES. For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full...
800-432-2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service 800-626-2000 GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322). Service Contracts 800-626-2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a...