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Safety Instructions
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Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
of the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Loading and Using
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Operating instructions . . . . . . . . .4–10
Installation Instructions
Troubleshooting Tips
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Consumer Support
Consumer Help Indicator . . . . . . . . . 10
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Parts and Accessories. . . . . . . . . . .3, 26
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Page 1: Safety Instructions
Warranty ......25 As an E partner, ® NERGY GE has determined that this product meets the E ® NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency. -
Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill you or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words are defined as: DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. -
Page 3: Proper Installation
Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hours a DO NOT remove ground prong. day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. In Canada, visit your local GE parts distributor or call DO NOT use an adapter. 800.661.1616. DO NOT use an extension cord. - Page 4 See page 11 • Add the manufacturer’s option (on some for suggested loading recommended amount of models) when using examples. detergent. GE recommends fabric softener. the use of High Efficiency • Close lid. • Select options. detergents such as in your NOTE: Washer will not start energy efficient washer.
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Page 6: Cycle Status Lights
Operating instructions. Start/Pause Press Start to begin the cycle. NOTE: The lid must be closed for the washer to start the cycle. If the lid is closed, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will illuminate. Pressing Pause will unlock the lid (if locked at that time), pause the cycle and the Pause indicator light will blink. To continue the cycle, press Start again. - Page 7 GEAppliances.com Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob The wash cycle controls the type of washing process. The cycle selector knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to the new selection. Press Start to begin the new cycle selection. The chart below will help you match the items to be washed with the best wash cycle settings.
- Page 8 Operating instructions. Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob - Continued Items to Wash Cycle Wash Temp Soil Level Spin Selection Options Available Cycle Details Small loads of Speed Ex. Heavy Max/Extra Stain PreTreat Guide Utilizes an expedited wash period and lightly soiled items Wash Warm Heavy...
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Page 9: Cycle Options
GEAppliances.com Settings Select settings for agitation (Soil) and water temperature (Temp). NOTE: Longer Spin times typically reduce dryer time/energy usage (i.e. reduces total energy when using both a washer and a dryer). Cycle Options Stain PreTreat (on some models) The Stain PreTreat feature allows you to indicate what stains are on the garments in your load. This feature incorporates a patent pending treatment method. -
Page 10: Consumer Help Indicator
If your machine has stopped itself before the cycle completed. The two furthest right LED lights will flash. This indicates that an error has occurred. Try to run a Drain & Spin cycle to see if it will clear. If it does not clear, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) for service. -
Page 11: Loading And Using The Washer
Loading and using the washer. GEAppliances.com Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. WARNING - Fire Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable liquids. No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Doing so so can result in death, explosion, or fire. - Page 12 About washer features. Automatic Load Sensing (on some models) This determines the correct agitate profile, agitate duration and amount of water suited to the size and type of load placed in the washer. The washer will not start the wash cycle or fill with water if the lid is open. When the lid is closed the machine is able to begin filling with water in order to sense the load size.
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Page 13: Care And Cleaning Of The Washer
Care and cleaning of the washer. GEAppliances.com Exterior of the Washer Immediately wipe off any spills with a damp cloth. Interior of the Washer Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the basket, use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent;... -
Page 14: Installation Instructions
Installation Washer Instructions If you have any questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) GEAppliances.com or visit our Website at: In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 www.GEAppliances.ca or visit This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill you or hurt you and others. -
Page 15: Location Of Your Washer
Installation Instructions LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER Do Not Install the Washer: IMPORTANT: Minimum Installation Clearances - Alcove or Closet 1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside • If your washer is approved for installation in an alcove weather conditions. - Page 16 Installation Instructions CONNECT DRAIN HOSE TO WASHER CONNECT WATER HOSES TO OUTLET VALVES Connect drain hose to drain port on back of washer. Open clamp with pliers and slide onto hose end. Holding clamp open, Determine which is HOT water line before attaching water push hose end onto drain port until fully seated.
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Page 17: Connect To Drain
Washer back NOTE: If longer drain 5" Max. insertion hose is required, order into drain hose extension drain kit, GE part number 30" WH49X301. Connect Min. Drain additional drain hose Cable hose Washer (contained in kit) to... -
Page 18: Electrical Requirements
Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of WARNING - Fire Hazard malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. for electric current. - Page 19 Before you call for service…Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. WATER Possible Causes What To Do Small amount of water Normal dispenser It is normal for a small amount of water to remain in dispenser after the remaining in dispenser operation...
- Page 20 Before you call for service…Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. WATER Possible Causes What To Do Water pumped out Lid lifted or cycle was put Reset cycle.
- Page 21 GEAppliances.com OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Residual powder in Wash water too cold or low Select a warmer wash temperature if possible to improve dissolving of dispenser or clogging home water pressure detergent or use liquid detergent. Make sure siphon caps are free of debris of dispensers (on some and fully pressed into position.
- Page 22 Before you call for service…Troubleshooting Tips PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for softener using dispenser. Make sure you have selected the Deep Rinse option. Pretreat stain and rewash using Speed Wash cycle before drying.
- Page 23 GEAppliances.com PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do Clothes too wet No spin selected Select a spin option. Incorrect cycle selected Make sure the cycle selected matches the load you are washing. Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water. Wash load out of balance Redistribute load in washer and run through Drain &...
- Page 24 Before you call for service…Troubleshooting Tips SOUNDS Possible Causes Reason Washer seems too Quiet by design The washer is very quiet during portions of the wash cycle. quiet “Clicking” Shifter mechanism is The drive system will engage at the start of agitate and disengage when engaging or disengaging agitate is complete.
- Page 25 This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service.
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Page 26: Consumer Support
Contact Us GEAppliances.com In the U.S.: If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to:...