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Care and cleaning, Storage and vacation tips, User maintenance instructions – GE WA9895S User Manual

Page 24: How to remove the agitator

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

WASHER IS NOISY

Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber foot pads in place and

front jam nuts tight.

your

Instructions.

. A sharp, distinctive sound will be heard at the end of each spin period as the motor

stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in.” This sound

normal.

Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during spin,

and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases (usually occurs
when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water level is set higher than
necessary), the spin basket may strike the outer tub, creating a loud but harmless noise.
To correct, stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Selector knob, open the lid and
redistribute the load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.

WASHER PAUSES

Washer normally pauses between washing

as between wash and spin or

IN CYCLE

between spin and rinse.

If you need more

toll free: GE Answer Center” / 800.626.2000 / consumer information service

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

The

The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid

To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove

open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate.

water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.

Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.

Do not store the washer where it will be exposed

The Exterior. Wipe off any spills of washing

to the weather.

compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try

For Long Vacations. Be sure water supply is shut off

not to hit surface with sharp objects.

at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather
will be below freezing.

How to remove the agitator

To remove the agitator,

snap the cap off and remove

— Cap

the screw. Then remove
the agitator extender (on

— Agitator

Extender

so equipped)

and the agitator.

To replace the agitator,

(on some models)

— Agitator

carefully lower it straight
down onto the shaft so
that it fits snugly into

place. Replace the agitator
extender (on models so
equipped), the screw
and the cap.

(Appearance may vary)

To remove limestone from

pan

Soak filter pan in a preheated

(71°C. )

solution of half vinegar and half water for 15
minutes. Then brush each side of pan with a stiff
bristle brush while flushing with running water.

CAUTIONS:

Do not soak in porcelain container. Vinegar

can damage porcelain.

Do not exceed

) or filter pan

may warp.

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