GE GFWS1700H Technical Service Manual page 18

Using the Washer
Pump filter
Tab on back right or left depending
on model
Lock tab is visible only after drawer
has been pulled open
Cleaning the Pump Filter
Due to the nature of the front-load
washer, it is sometimes possible for
small articles to pass to the pump.
items so they are not dumped to the
drain. To retrieve lost items, clean out
1.
screwdriver or coin, open the
access door.
2. Place a shallow pan or dish under
the pump access door and towels
to catch about a quart of water
NOTE: If there is water in the basket
will drain out and a larger pan or dish
may be necessary.
Dispenser Drawer Area
Detergent and fabric softener may
build up in the dispenser drawer.
Residue should be removed once or
twice a month.
•
pulling it out until it stops. Then
reach back into the left or right
rear corner (depending on model)
of the drawer cavity and press
pulling out the drawer.
• Remove the inserts from the
bleach and fabric softener
compartments and the detergent
insert. Rinse the inserts and the
drawer with very warm water to
remove traces of accumulated
laundry products.
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3. Pull down the pour spout.
4.
counterclockwise and remove the
the draining water.
5.
6.
clockwise. Tighten securely.
7. Flip up the pour spout.
8. Close the access door by hooking
rotating the access door shut.
• To clean the drawer opening, use
a small brush to clean the recess.
• Remove all residue from the
upper and lower parts of the
recess.
• Return inserts to the proper
compartments. Replace the
dispenser drawer.
• To reduce buildup in the
Dispenser Drawer area: Use only
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