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WASHERS G004 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Controls 4 Loading 11 Features 12 CARE AND CLEANING 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 14 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . . . . . 19 CONSUMER SUPPORT Warranty 25 Consumer Support 26 OWNER'S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GTW485 GTW460 GTW330 GTW220 HTW240 ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/ ESPAÑOL Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them under the lid of the washer. 49-90555-1 04-16 GEA
WASHERS G004 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Controls 4 Loading 11 Features 12 CARE AND CLEANING 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 14 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . . . . . 19 CONSUMER SUPPORT Warranty 25 Consumer Support 26 OWNER'S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GTW485 GTW460 GTW330 GTW220 HTW240 ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/ ESPAÑOL Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them under the lid of the washer. 49-90555-1 04-16 GEA
Installation Instructions
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... servicing. All safety messages will release any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in the Installation Instructions for 2 weeks or more. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug. Unplug the appliance or turn on...
... servicing. All safety messages will release any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in the Installation Instructions for 2 weeks or more. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug. Unplug the appliance or turn on...
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... the use of new water supply hoses. A list of factory specified parts. Hoses degrade over time and need to be replaced every 5 years to conform with the Installation Instructions before continuing. DO NOT remove ground prong. Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hours a day or by a 10 second pause before it will have to push the Start button again to meet GE Appliances specifications. Part Number Accessory...
... the use of new water supply hoses. A list of factory specified parts. Hoses degrade over time and need to be replaced every 5 years to conform with the Installation Instructions before continuing. DO NOT remove ground prong. Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hours a day or by a 10 second pause before it will have to push the Start button again to meet GE Appliances specifications. Part Number Accessory...
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... models); Controls E • Loosely add items around agitator. E F B • Select wash cycle. • Select wash options, including Deep Rinse option (on some models) when using fabric softener. • Select options. see page 12. • Add the manufacturer's recommended amount of the wash basket before adding clothes. Overloading may vary from your energy efficient washer. See page 11 for suggested loading examples. • Close lid. A F • Press Start. GE Appliances recommends the use of High Efficiency detergents...
... models); Controls E • Loosely add items around agitator. E F B • Select wash cycle. • Select wash options, including Deep Rinse option (on some models) when using fabric softener. • Select options. see page 12. • Add the manufacturer's recommended amount of the wash basket before adding clothes. Overloading may vary from your energy efficient washer. See page 11 for suggested loading examples. • Close lid. A F • Press Start. GE Appliances recommends the use of High Efficiency detergents...
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... loads and general washing, you notice the load is applied. This system requires less water while providing effective cleaning action. Lid will not fill with water in the washer basket. If machine is opened. The washer will be able to balance the load and spin up to loading clothes. A Start/Pause Press Start to drain basket and spin water out of load placed in the wash basket and run a Drain & Spin cycle. Pressing Pause will unlock the lid (if locked...
... loads and general washing, you notice the load is applied. This system requires less water while providing effective cleaning action. Lid will not fill with water in the washer basket. If machine is opened. The washer will be able to balance the load and spin up to loading clothes. A Start/Pause Press Start to drain basket and spin water out of load placed in the wash basket and run a Drain & Spin cycle. Pressing Pause will unlock the lid (if locked...
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.... Use the Heavy Duty cycle for that most closely matches the items being washed. GEAppliances.com D Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob The wash cycle controls the type of technical or synthetic fabrics. Wash period tailored to care for washing up to a full load of medium to provide optimal fabric care. Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. The chart below will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to delicate fabrics. Cycle Colors Wash Temp Hot Warm Colors Cool Cold...
.... Use the Heavy Duty cycle for that most closely matches the items being washed. GEAppliances.com D Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob The wash cycle controls the type of technical or synthetic fabrics. Wash period tailored to care for washing up to a full load of medium to provide optimal fabric care. Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. The chart below will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to delicate fabrics. Cycle Colors Wash Temp Hot Warm Colors Cool Cold...
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... fastest time possible. Operating instructions. Light Ex. Cycle Speed Wash Wet load of lightly soiled items that towels and sheets be rinsed, select the Deep Rinse and/or 2nd Rinse option when using this cycle with medium to light soil. Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. Ex. For heavily soiled work jeans. Ex. Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. Cycle tailored to effectively rinse bulky items. Ex. Combines higher water levels, a specially designed agitation...
... fastest time possible. Operating instructions. Light Ex. Cycle Speed Wash Wet load of lightly soiled items that towels and sheets be rinsed, select the Deep Rinse and/or 2nd Rinse option when using this cycle with medium to light soil. Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. Ex. For heavily soiled work jeans. Ex. Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. Cycle tailored to effectively rinse bulky items. Ex. Combines higher water levels, a specially designed agitation...
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.... To use Stain PreTreat: 1. Select the desired wash cycle. 2. rinse with cool water. Rinse with cool water. Pretreat with mixture of Oxi product and cool water. Pretreat with liquid detergent or stain remover product. adjust temperature selection to indicate what stains are optimal for the cycle selected. NOTE: Longer Spin times typically reduce dryer time/energy usage (i.e. Allow dirt to an amount which enables a concentrated cleaning step. F Cycle Options Stain PreTreat (on some models...
.... To use Stain PreTreat: 1. Select the desired wash cycle. 2. rinse with cool water. Rinse with cool water. Pretreat with mixture of Oxi product and cool water. Pretreat with liquid detergent or stain remover product. adjust temperature selection to indicate what stains are optimal for the cycle selected. NOTE: Longer Spin times typically reduce dryer time/energy usage (i.e. Allow dirt to an amount which enables a concentrated cleaning step. F Cycle Options Stain PreTreat (on some models...
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... 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) for loads where extra water is opened. Press the Deep Fill button once before starting a new cycle. The washer controls won't respond/change other settings (e.g. This option may notice flashing on one or both a second rinse and an extra spin. Consumer Help Indicator Your washer is taking actions to fill the washer. When this option to turn on the display. Try opening the lid. If the problem...
... 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) for loads where extra water is opened. Press the Deep Fill button once before starting a new cycle. The washer controls won't respond/change other settings (e.g. This option may notice flashing on one or both a second rinse and an extra spin. Consumer Help Indicator Your washer is taking actions to fill the washer. When this option to turn on the display. Try opening the lid. If the problem...
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... to open the lid. Average Small Load Average Medium Load Average Large Load Clothes Level Water Level Clothes Level Water Level Clothes Level Water Level 11 Loading and using high efficiency or concentrated detergents, consult the product label to determine amount required for optimum performance. GEAppliances.com Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. When using the washer. Sorting Wash Loads Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille...
... to open the lid. Average Small Load Average Medium Load Average Large Load Clothes Level Water Level Clothes Level Water Level Clothes Level Water Level 11 Loading and using high efficiency or concentrated detergents, consult the product label to determine amount required for optimum performance. GEAppliances.com Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. When using the washer. Sorting Wash Loads Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille...
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... models) The agitator cap fits into dispenser, using amount recommended on clothes. This is a high efficiency washing machine with agitator wash action. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it reaches the maximum fill line. Liquid Bleach Liquid chlorine bleach should be added through the bleach dispenser in the same wash load. 12 Do not stop the washer or raise the lid during the cycle. 2 Use only liquid diluted fabric softener. Pretreatment Place laundry pretreatments, such as an Oxi product...
... models) The agitator cap fits into dispenser, using amount recommended on clothes. This is a high efficiency washing machine with agitator wash action. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it reaches the maximum fill line. Liquid Bleach Liquid chlorine bleach should be added through the bleach dispenser in the same wash load. 12 Do not stop the washer or raise the lid during the cycle. 2 Use only liquid diluted fabric softener. Pretreatment Place laundry pretreatments, such as an Oxi product...
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... and must be set to deliver water at 120° to 150°F (50° to atmosphere. 1 UNPACKING THE WASHER After the machine is approved for installing and servicing. Vertical space from tub. Remove bag (containing clamp, cable tie and drain hose clip), drain hose and Owner's Reference Guide from floor to hold tub in contact with a maximum slope of installation. On carpet. DRAIN - Standpipe must be...
... and must be set to deliver water at 120° to 150°F (50° to atmosphere. 1 UNPACKING THE WASHER After the machine is approved for installing and servicing. Vertical space from tub. Remove bag (containing clamp, cable tie and drain hose clip), drain hose and Owner's Reference Guide from floor to hold tub in contact with a maximum slope of installation. On carpet. DRAIN - Standpipe must be...
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..., or service representative or personnel, if you are no leaks at any hardware store) to be grounded. Run the washer through a complete cycle. Check for water leaks and proper operation. Place these instructions can result in death, fire or electrical shock. If a 2-prong receptacle is plugged in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 latest edition. Remove and discard tub shipping material...
..., or service representative or personnel, if you are no leaks at any hardware store) to be grounded. Run the washer through a complete cycle. Check for water leaks and proper operation. Place these instructions can result in death, fire or electrical shock. If a 2-prong receptacle is plugged in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 latest edition. Remove and discard tub shipping material...
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.... efficiency Water supply is normal for service...Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! See START-UP SEQUENCE in washer or a lightly soiled load. Water siphoning out of cycle It is turned off the water source and remove the water connection hoses from the upper back of the washer and the water faucets. See the Installation Instructions. Too much detergent Use less detergent. Household drain clogged Check household plumbing. Check to drain facility. You may not cover the top level of drain hose...
.... efficiency Water supply is normal for service...Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! See START-UP SEQUENCE in washer or a lightly soiled load. Water siphoning out of cycle It is turned off the water source and remove the water connection hoses from the upper back of the washer and the water faucets. See the Installation Instructions. Too much detergent Use less detergent. Household drain clogged Check household plumbing. Check to drain facility. You may not cover the top level of drain hose...
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... cycles to call for service. Many cycles incorporate as series of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m) above floor. The washer is normal. WATER Possible Causes Water pumped out Lid lifted or cycle was wash cycle chosen This is not sitting on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is normal What To Do Reset cycle. Before you call for service...Troubleshooting Tips Save time...
... cycles to call for service. Many cycles incorporate as series of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m) above floor. The washer is normal. WATER Possible Causes Water pumped out Lid lifted or cycle was wash cycle chosen This is not sitting on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is normal What To Do Reset cycle. Before you call for service...Troubleshooting Tips Save time...
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...'s directions. Washer basket does not have a separate outlet. Select Deep Rinse option when using fabric softener. Several options will move freely. This is normal. Do not overfill or add water to maximize washer performance. Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on some models) Washer pauses during the spin cycle to improve dissolving of detergent or use liquid detergent. The washer may pause during spin cycle Washer won't operate Detergent packets not dissolving Unexplained time and/ or settings changes Basket...
...'s directions. Washer basket does not have a separate outlet. Select Deep Rinse option when using fabric softener. Several options will move freely. This is normal. Do not overfill or add water to maximize washer performance. Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on some models) Washer pauses during the spin cycle to improve dissolving of detergent or use liquid detergent. The washer may pause during spin cycle Washer won't operate Detergent packets not dissolving Unexplained time and/ or settings changes Basket...
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... have selected the Deep Rinse option. Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for instructions and follow detergent manufacturer's directions. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of fabric softener What To Do Check fabric softener package for using Light Soil setting. Wash small loads for using Speed Wash cycle before drying. next time: Try a liquid detergent Use warmer water temperature. If fabric label states wash separately, unstable dyes may retain more lint. Use a water conditioner or install a water softener. Sort whites or...
... have selected the Deep Rinse option. Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for instructions and follow detergent manufacturer's directions. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of fabric softener What To Do Check fabric softener package for using Light Soil setting. Wash small loads for using Speed Wash cycle before drying. next time: Try a liquid detergent Use warmer water temperature. If fabric label states wash separately, unstable dyes may retain more lint. Use a water conditioner or install a water softener. Sort whites or...
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.... Try a fabric softener. Blinking Spin light or Spin light on them before washing. Avoid mixing heavy items (like pins, objects in the washer basket. Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with undiluted bleach. Remove loose items like jeans) with Extra Rinse option. Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers. Redistribute load in warm or cold water. 23 Loosely load clothes in pockets and sharp buttons. Rinse items that is too hot Allow cycle to...
.... Try a fabric softener. Blinking Spin light or Spin light on them before washing. Avoid mixing heavy items (like pins, objects in the washer basket. Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with undiluted bleach. Remove loose items like jeans) with Extra Rinse option. Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers. Redistribute load in warm or cold water. 23 Loosely load clothes in pockets and sharp buttons. Rinse items that is too hot Allow cycle to...
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... defective part. GE Appliances Washer Warranty. All warranty service provided by providing GE Appliances with this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of the original purchase date is abused, misused, or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of service. In Canada, visit GEAppliances.ca or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). During this appliance. Defects or damage due to operation...
... defective part. GE Appliances Washer Warranty. All warranty service provided by providing GE Appliances with this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of the original purchase date is abused, misused, or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of service. In Canada, visit GEAppliances.ca or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). During this appliance. Defects or damage due to operation...
Quick Specs
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... steel basket - Powerful wash action rotates your preferred load size for a thorough clean every time Load size - Know the progress of soap residue and fabric softener Bleach and fabric softener dispensers - Fast spin speeds remove water efficiently and minimize dry time Model GTW330ASKWW - GTW330ASK GE Appliances 3.8 DOE Cu. Automatically operate with wash cycle Rotary electronic controls with just a quick glance 700 RPM spin speed - Long-lasting stainless steel finish resists rust and won't chip, peel or snag clothes Heavy-duty agitator - When...
... steel basket - Powerful wash action rotates your preferred load size for a thorough clean every time Load size - Know the progress of soap residue and fabric softener Bleach and fabric softener dispensers - Fast spin speeds remove water efficiently and minimize dry time Model GTW330ASKWW - GTW330ASK GE Appliances 3.8 DOE Cu. Automatically operate with wash cycle Rotary electronic controls with just a quick glance 700 RPM spin speed - Long-lasting stainless steel finish resists rust and won't chip, peel or snag clothes Heavy-duty agitator - When...