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THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME. Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, were 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.
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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 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.
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Optional drain hose extension recommended for discharging heights from 60 - 96. 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.
Getting started To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Step 3 Step 1 Step 2 Step 4 ...
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Getting started Features and appearance will vary. Power Press to wake up the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into idle mode. NOTE: Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Start/Pause Press Start to begin the cycle.
After the 4 minute period, you can begin your cycle again. If you try to bypass the lock-out period by unplugging the washer, the 4 minute timer will start over again. If the problem persists, call GE Appliances at 800.
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Getting started 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.
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Getting started Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob Items to Wash Cycle Wash Temp Soil Level Spin Options Disabled Cycle Details Selection (Duration) Towels Towels / Heavy None Cycle designed washing towels Sheets Sheets Warm Heavy (-) or sheets, using a higher water Colors Normal level to effectively clean these...
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Use the Volume button to change the volume of the end of cycle signal and other system tones. Press the button until you reach the desired volume (high, medium, low) or off. On some models, this feature may only be available through the GE Appliances SmartHQ App.
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Getting started Power Clean and Gentle Care (on some models) The Auto setting balances wash performance, fabric care, and cycle time for normally-soiled or lightly-soiled loads. Gentle Care reduces agitation time and adds a series of soaks to reduce fabric wear/fading while still providing great wash performance on garments needing special care.
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Getting started Liquid Bleach ( PTW905 and PTW900 models only ) Use a measuring cup to pour the bleach into the bleach NOTE: In the event that detergent is accidentally spilled or dispenser. Measure liquid bleach carefully and DO NOT pour otherwise gets into the bleach opening, that detergent will directly from the bleach bottle into the bleach dispenser.
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NOTE: Do not use liquid chlorine bleach and laundry pretreatments such as an Oxi product in the same wash load. Proper Use of Detergent Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of GE Appliances recommends the use of High Efficiency laundry problems. detergents such as Tide PODS and liquid detergents in your energy efficient washer.
Appliance communication WiFi Connect (For customers in the United States only - on some models) Your washer is GE Appliances WiFi Connect enabled. Please visit www.GEAppliances.com/connect to learn more about connected appliance features, to learn what connected Visit www.GEAppliances.com/connect and enter your...
Care and Cleaning - Electrical Shock Hazard Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service personnel DO NOT contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: Drive Motor, Lid Lock, Water Valves, Drain Pump and Recirculation Pump.
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Care and Cleaning Flex Dispense Drawer Pull out to stop After some period of use, a small amount of detergent or softener Lift back up on both sides residue may be present in the Flex Dispenser Drawer. The drawer Pull out can easily be removed for cleaning.
Installation Washer Instructions If you have any questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) GEAppliances.com or visit our Website at: In Canada, call 800.561.3344 GEAppliances.ca or visit TOOLS REQUIRED FOR BEFORE YOU BEGIN WASHER INSTALLATION Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Installation Instructions IMPORTANT: Minimum Installation Clearances LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER - Alcove or Closet DO NOT Install the Washer: If your washer is approved for installation in an alcove or 1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside closet, there will be a label on the back of the machine weather conditions.
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Installation Instructions CONNECT DRAIN HOSE TO CONNECT WATER HOSES TO WASHER WASHER Remove the cap from the drain port, if present, before Unplug electrical cord before installing water hoses. If installing the drain hose. It is normal for a small amount not installed, install rubber washer in one end of hot of residual water from the factory quality test process to water hose.
Washer back NOTE: If longer 5" Max. drain hose is insertion required, order drain into hose extension kit, drain GE Appliances part 30" Drain Min. number WH49X301. hose Cable Washer Connect additional back drain hose (contained in kit) to original hose with hose clamp (contained in kit).
Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of - Electrical Shock Hazard malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. resistance for electric current.
Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem 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 remaining in dispenser operation the cycle. (on some models) at end of cycle Short spray or turn Lid was opened and...
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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Speed changes before Washer adjusts speeds This is normal. The washer will automatically adjust speeds before, during and during and after spin over several minutes after the spin cycle to most effectively distribute and spin the wash load. Washer pauses during The Soak Option was This is normal.
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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem 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 &...
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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.
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