GE Combination GFQ14 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

GE Combination GFQ14 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
SAFETY INFORMATION
USING THE UNIT
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # _________________
Serial # _________________
You can find them on a label
inside the door.
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OWNER'S MANUAL &
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ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/
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0020507767YB
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
GFQ14
ESPAÑOL
49-3000230 Rev 1
12-19 GEA

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  • Page 1 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # _________________ Serial # _________________ You can find them on a label inside the door. GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license. 0020507767YB 49-3000230 Rev 1 12-19 GEA...
  • Page 2 THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME. Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family. We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too.
  • Page 3 Introduction • This unit allows: wash only; dry only; wash and dry cycles. • Fill the drum 2/3 full with laundry for best wash and dry performance. This allows air movement and proper drying. A fully loaded drum will lead to longer dry times. NOTE: During Dry cycles temperatures in the unit can get very hot.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE To reduce the risk of death, fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using WARNING your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the appliance. Follow all fabric care instructions and warnings to prevent melting of garments or damage to the appliance.
  • Page 5 Ensure unit is properly leveled and unit legs are adjusted such that unit is stable. GE Appliances strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts. A list of factory hoses available for purchase are listed. These hoses are manufactured and tested to meet GE Appliances specifications.
  • Page 6 • If the screen is dark, press the recommended amount of may negatively impact wash and Power button to “wake up” the detergent. GE Appliances dry performance. See page 15 for display. recommends the use of High suggested loading examples.
  • Page 7 Getting started Controls Normal Auto Damp Dry Delicates Auto Dry Time Extra WASH SPIN COOL Casuals Auto Extra Dry Saver Rinse Ex Heavy Ex Heavy Ex Hot Ex Hot Est Time Remaining Est Time Remaining Door Lock Whites Timed Dry Start Power Heavy...
  • Page 8 Getting started Cycles - Wash, Soak, Spin and Clean The cycles are optimized for specific types of loads. The chart below will help you match the setting with the loads. The Gentle Wash™ lifters lightly tumble the clothes into the water and detergent solution to clean the load.
  • Page 9 Getting started Cycles - Wash, Soak, Spin and Clean (Continued) Items to Wash Cycle Soil Wash Temp Spin Options Cycle Details Level Selection Available Heavily soiled Sanitize Ex. Heavy Ex. Hot Extra Rinse Use this cycle to colorfast items Heavy High Tumble eliminate 99.9% of...
  • Page 10 Getting started Cycles - Dry The cycles are optimized for specific types of loads. The chart below will help you match the setting with the loads. Items to Dry Cycle Soil Wash Temp Spin Options Cycle Details Level Selection Available Use to dry Timed Tumble...
  • Page 11 Getting started Soil Soil Changing the Soil level increases or decreases the wash time to remove different amounts of soil. To change the Soil level, press the Soil level pad until you have reached the desired setting. You can choose between Extra Light, Light, Normal, Heavy or Extra Heavy soil. Temp Temp Adjust to select the proper water temperature for the wash cycle.
  • Page 12 Getting started Delay Wash Delay Use to delay the start of your unit. Wash 1. Choose your wash cycle and any options. 2. Press Delay Wash pad. You can change the delay time in 1-hour increments (up to 24 hours) each time you press the Delay Wash pad. Stop pressing the pad when your desired time is displayed.
  • Page 13 Notes 49-3000230 Rev 0...
  • Page 14 Getting started Dispenser Drawer Use only HE Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling it out until it High-Efficiency stops. detergent After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the fabric softener or detergent. You may see water in the fabric softener compartment at the end of the cycle.
  • Page 15 Loading Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Sorting and Loading Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy). Wash lint producers such as cotton towels and socks separate from lint collectors including synthetic garments and dress pants.
  • Page 16 Remove the cleaner residue and then dry with a clean cloth. The stainless steel used to make the drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE Appliances unit. If the drum should be scratched or dented during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode. These surface blemishes will not affect the function or durability of the drum.
  • Page 17 See Installation Instructions in this manual. If these parts are not available, they can be ordered by visiting our Website at GEApplianceparts.com or by calling GE Appliances at 877.959.8688. In Canada, visit your local GE Appliances parts distributor or call 800.661.1616 or GEAppliances.ca/en/products/parts-filters-accessories.
  • Page 18 Installation Combo Washer/Dryer Instructions If you have any questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 800.561.3344 or visit GEAppliances.ca TOOLS REQUIRED FOR BEFORE YOU BEGIN UNIT INSTALLATION Read these instructions completely and carefully.
  • Page 19 Installation Instructions CONNECTION DIMENSIONS ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS BACK FRONT 4-3/4” 21-3/4” 23-7/16” (12 cm) (55.25 cm) (59.5 cm) 2-1/16” (5.24 cm) 31-1/32” (78.82 cm) *33-1/4” (84.5 cm) 29-3/4” (75.57 cm) SIDE 25-5/8” (65 cm) *33-1/4” (84.5 cm) *NOTE: Leveling legs retracted = 33-1/4” (84.5 cm) Leveling legs extended = 33-3/4”...
  • Page 20 Installation Instructions UNPACKING THE UNIT UNPACKING THE UNIT (cont.) 7. Insert shipping bolt hole covers into shipping bolt Recycle or destroy the carton WARNING holes. and plastic bags after the unit is unpacked. Make materials inaccessible to children. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing suffocation.
  • Page 21 Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING - Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power supply before servicing. WARNING - Electrical Shock Hazard Replace all parts and panels before operating. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. DO NOT remove ground prong.
  • Page 22 United States by visiting our Website at legs are extended, the more the unit will vibrate. GEApplianceparts.com or by calling GE Appliances at 877.959.8688. In Canada, visit GEAppliances.ca/en/ If the floor is not level or is damaged, you may have products/parts-filters-accessories or call 800.661.1616.
  • Page 23 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Not draining Load is out of balance Redistribute clothes and run Rinse+Spin. Not spinning Increase load size if washing small load containing heavy and Not tumbling light items. Pump filter may be clogged See the Care and Cleaning section on how to clean the Pump Filter.
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Incomplete cycle or Automatic load Timer stops at 1 minute; machine has redistributed the load once or timer not advancing redistribution twice. This is normal operation. Do nothing; the machine will finish the wash cycle. Pump filter may be clogged See the Care and Cleaning section on how to clean the Pump Filter.
  • Page 25 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Door unlocks This is normal Front-load machines start up differently than top-load machines, or press Start and it takes several seconds to check the system. The door will and machine lock and unlock.
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow softener directions for using dispenser. Dye transfer Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors. Promptly remove wash load from unit.
  • Page 27 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Clothes take Improper sorting Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a too long to dry well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load). Large loads of heavy Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take longer to fabrics (like beach towels) dry.
  • Page 28 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Unit doesn’t Fuse is blown/circuit Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both heat breaker is tripped; the unit fuses or reset both breakers. Your unit may tumble if only one may tumble but not heat fuse is blown or one breaker tripped.
  • Page 29 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Collars and The dryness monitor Choose Timed Dry to dry damp collars and waistbands. In the waistbands senses that the body of the future, when drying a load with collars and waistbands, choose still wet at end clothes is dry Auto Extra Dry.
  • Page 30 Notes 49-3000230 Rev 0...
  • Page 31 This limited 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 Appliances 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 Appliances Service location for service.
  • Page 32 Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support services designed for your convenience.

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