GE VTW565 Owner's Manual page 7

Getting started
Wash Cycles - Cycle Pads
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The wash cycle controls the type of washing process. The cycle options can be selected in any order by pressing
the pad for the desired cycle, Soil level then starting the cycle. Pressing Start/Pause (
selection, processes the payment and begins the cycle. NOTE: Selecting another cycle, after already starting a
cycle, will NOT stop the washer or change the cycle/option to a new selection.
The chart below will help you match the items to be washed with the best wash cycle setting. For optimal
performance, select the cycle that most closely matches the items being washed.
Selections and options shown in bold are the recommended settings for that cycle.
Some cycles and options may not be available on some models.
Items to Wash
Cycle for normal, regular,
or typical use for washing
up to a full load of normally
soiled cotton clothing
Whites and household
linens
Lingerie and special care
fabrics with light soil
Water-resistant, bedding
and bulky items, such as
large coats, mattress pads
bath mats and towels
Small loads of lightly soiled
items that are needed in
a hurry
Heavily soiled colorfast
items
The cycles COLORS NORMAL, WHITES and SPEED WASH are recommended for the efficient use of the washing machine.
Start/Pause (
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Add detergent to the bottom of the basket prior to loading clothes.
Loosely load items in the washer basket. Overloading may negatively impact wash performance.
Press Start/Pause (
of the cycle and during spin portions of the cycle. It will unlock after load sensing and spin.
Pressing Start/Pause (
blink. To continue the cycle, press Start/Pause (
NOTE: The machine will cancel/end the session and drain when water is present and the lid is left open for an extended
duration, or if the unit is left in a paused state for 4 minutes with the lid closed. If the lid is opened or the unit is paused,
the app will notify the user of the time limits to restart the machine within the same session, and will also notify the user if
their session has timed out. If the session times out, scan the QR code to begin a new session, select the cycle, and press
Start/Pause ( ).
Automatic Load Sensing
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.
NOTE: Automatic Load Sensing initiates a spin at the beginning of the cycle and will take as much as 3 minutes to
complete (significantly shorter for smaller loads); this is normal operation.
NOTE: This is a high efficiency washing machine. This system requires less water while providing effective cleaning action.
You may notice that the water level is lower than on your previous washer. This is normal.
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Cycle Wash Temp
COLORS Warm
NORMAL
WHITES Hot
DELICATES Warm
TOWELS/ Warm
BEDDING
SPEED Cold
WASH
DEEP Warm
CLEAN
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) to begin the cycle. NOTE: When the lid is closed, it will lock only during the load sensing portion
) will unlock the lid (if locked at that time), pause the cycle and the PAUSE indicator light will
Soil Level
Heavy Cycle for normal, regular, or typical use for washing
Medium up to a full load of normally soiled cotton clothing.
Light Choose soil level selection as appropriate for your
clothes load for a higher degree of cleaning and
optimal fabric care.
Heavy Cycle tailored to clean and brighten your whites.
Medium
Light
Heavy Utilizes an extra gentle agitate profile and a low spin
Medium speed to provide special care to delicate fabrics. It is
Light recommended to place small or ultra delicate items
in mesh bags before washing.
Heavy Provides a max fill wash water level to wash bulky
Medium and waterproof items. Also incorporates a deep
Light fill rinse to effectively rinse bulky items and a low
spin speed appropriate for these items. Only
use this cycle for water-resistant, bedding or
bulky items.
Heavy Utilizes an expedited wash period and time saving
Medium continuous spray rinse to clean small lightly soiled
Light loads in the fastest time possible.
Heavy The washer allows for an extended agitation time
Medium to help remove stains from clothes during the
Light wash cycle and then a cold rinse.
) again.
) pad locks the cycle
Cycle Details
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