GE EWA4600 - Manual (Page 10)

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Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
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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
in washer
* Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have soft water,
a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Fill hoses or drain hose is
improperly connected
• Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
rubber washers are Installed. Make sure end of drain hose
is correctly Inserted In and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may
be clogged
* Check household plumbing. You may need to call
a plumber.
Constant water pressure
to the fill hoses at the
water source
* Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after
each use.
* Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced
every 5 years.
Water temperature
seems incorrect
Cooler water temperatures
provide improved energy
efficiency * New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash
performance.
Water supply is turned off
or improperly connected * Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are
stopped up * Turn off the water source and remove the water connection
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
not set properly
* Make sure house water heater is delivering water at
120T-140'’F (riST-eOT).
Water pumped out before
cycle is complete
Lid lifted or cycle was put in
pause for over 24 hours
• Reset cycle.
Water won't drain Drain hose is kinked or
improperly connected
* Straighten drain hose and make sure washer Is not
sitting on it.
* Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft (2.5 m)
above floor.
Washer pauses during
wash cycle
The PREWASH Cycle or
AUTO
SOAK Option was
chosen
* This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and
soak during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with
less wear.
Washer pauses during
spin cycle
This is normal * The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
soapy water more efficiently.
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