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Question posted by jjphun on June 15th, 2014

What To Do When My Ge Front Load Washer Displays Lock When Door Is Open And

when off

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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on June 15th, 2014 11:51 PM
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Hi. It may be a bad door lock sensor/detector.

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Quick Specs - Page 1

... (in inches) Electric Dryer Rating 120V 12.0A, 60Hz 27 31-1/4 1-5/8 Installation Information: For complete information, see installation instructions packed with your washer. 41-1/2 For answers to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com or call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000. Listed by...
Quick Specs - Page 2

..., it to adjust to your dryer is approved for stacking dryer over washer is 52". • Closet doors must be exhausted to combustible surfaces 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 sq. For answers to 13-3/8" height. 13 80-1/8 27 28-3/4 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Revised 10/10 360469 of the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 1

... WHDVH680 As an EnErgy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the EnErgy Star® guidelines for energy efficiency. Washers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Control Panels 4, 5 Control Settings 6, 7 Features 8-10 Loading and Using the Washer . . . .10, 11 Cleaning the Washer 12-14 Installation Instructions . . . . .15-20 Preparing...
Use and Care Manual - Page 2

... not leave the washer door open door could cause permanent damage and invalidate the warranty. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may occur. Do this manual must be properly installed and located in accordance with this or any built-up hydrogen gas to the hot water system. Your LaundrY arEa n Keep...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3

... only for its intended purpose as vinegar and/or rust remover. n The laundry process can produce a toxic to force the door open when locked (LOCKED gas which may cause death. n Before discarding a washer, or removing it is moving. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years. n Never attempt to prevent children...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6

... solution to lightly soiled white cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. Provides gentle rocking to "wake up" the display. WaSHaBLE For the washing of wash loads. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the washer control panel. 1 Power Press to mimic the handwashing action. HanDWaSH For items labeled hand-washable with light to lightly...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7

...you have reached the desired setting. Water will pause the washer and unlock the door. To change the SOIL LEVEL, press the SOIL LEVEL...Delicates. NOTE: If the washer is paused and the cycle is running, pressing it once will flow in home laundry. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions... the door lock and unlock before water flows; The Sanitized wash temperature is normal. ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8

...the button until you open the door when the delay ...door, a reminder signal will be available on some models use powder detergent in order to change wash options with MY CYCLE before washing a load. MY CYCLE (on some models) Prewash is on the model. To lock the washer...display will count down the MY CYCLE button for 3 seconds. Use it is locked. Delay Start (on all washer...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9

...cycle. after adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. You may see water in your washer as it down... sudsing and detergent residue being left prewash compartment of the load. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support On some models, the Liquid ...the right. 9 GEAppliances.com The Dispenser Drawer Slowly open the dispenser drawer by model. Add measured detergent or ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10

...position varies by model. overfilling can be more than half the total wash load. Sorting Wash Loads Sort laundry into the compartment labeled "FABRIC SOFTENER." n Promptly wash wet or stained... into loads that can cause early dispensing of -balance load. NOTE: do not exceed the maximum fill line. add one time for fabric softener before using the washer. always...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11

After the door unlocks, open the door when it is locked. Do not try to unlock the door after washer has started, press items. Do not wash fabrics containing flammable START/PAUSE and wait until the door is recommended. The washer may take up to 30 seconds to force open gently. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Loading the Washer Wash drum...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12

... liquid bleach or other washing machine cleaner into the basket. 3. Open the washer door and pour one cup or 250 ml of the washer, select the BasketClean feature on the display. Push the START button. 4. When the power supply is recommended to run a light color load after the water is working, you will use more water...
Use and Care Manual - Page 13

... Cleaning the Pump Filter Due to the nature of the front-load washer, it down with your hands and the gasket will return to...door gasket. Pour spout 4. Close the access door. The washer has a filter to protect the floor. When you are not dumped to the pump. Place a shallow pan or dish under the pump access door and towels on the floor in the notch on the door, open the access door...
Use and Care Manual - Page 14

... back into the left rear corner of accumulated laundry products. Replace the dispenser drawer. Remove all ...insert. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Lock tab is visible only after drawer has been pulled... firmly on the lock tab, pulling out the drawer. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Cleaning the washer. Dispenser Drawer Area...
Use and Care Manual - Page 15

...; socket with ratchet o 3/8″ open -end wrench o Channel-lock adjustable pliers o Carpenter's level PartS SUPPLIED o Cable Tie o Water Hoses (2) o Hose Guide StaCk BraCkEt kIt A stack bracket kit is not covered under the Warranty. Order kit #WE25X10018 or GEFLSTACK. 15 Installation Instructions Washer If you have any questions, call 800.GE.carES (800.432.2737...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16

... openings required: 2 louvers each 60 square in contact with a maximum slope of door rOUgH-In DIMEnSIOnS FRONT 27.0" (68.6 cm) 20.4" (51.9 cm) ELECTRONIC TRANSPARENT VISOR 2.2" (5.6 cm) 40.6"* (103.1 cm) SIDE 30.6" (77.7 cm) 1.6" (3.9 cm) 40.6"* (103.1cm) 39.1" (99.2 cm) *NOTE: With pedestal, 52.6" Stacked, 84" 16 Installation Instructions LOCatIOn OF yOUr WaSHEr...
Use and Care Manual - Page 19

...can use the dispenser drawer or door to extend the rear leveling legs. 19 It may have to lift the washer. nOtE: If you are extended, the more the washer will vibrate. The farther out...that might clog up towards the base of the water valve. Turn the lock nuts on top of your washer to lever the washer into position. then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers. Connect the inlet...
Use and Care Manual - Page 21

...washer is a normal operation. • Carefully wipe off rubber door seal. drain hose pushed too far down the drain • Redistribute clothes and run drain & spin or rinse & spin. • Increase load size if washing small load.... You may need to call a plumber. • Ensure there is opened. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service. This is not sitting...
Use and Care Manual - Page 22

... on . • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. this problem. • Open door and manually redistribute load. the machine will lock and unlock. • Simply open Door unlocks or press START and machine doesn't operate automatic load redistribution Pump clogged Drain hose is normal Incorrect operation • Front-load washers start up to the floor. This movement is normal...
Use and Care Manual - Page 23

...hottest water safe for fabric. • Use a water conditioner like blouses). • Load your washer Possible Cause automatic self system checks Water supply is delivering water at 120°-140°F... heater is pressed, the washer does several system checks. Water will flow 60 seconds after machine stops running. • Leave the door slightly open for easy care loads). • Wash in...

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