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... Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning of the Washer 13 Features 12 Loading and Using the Washer 11 Operating instructions 4-10 Installation Instructions. 14-18 Troubleshooting Tips. . . . . 19-24 Consumer Support Consumer Help Indicator 10 Consumer Support 26 Parts and Accessories 3, 26 Warranty 25 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions GTW485 GTW460 English/Français/Español Printed in the United States Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them under the lid of the washer...
... Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning of the Washer 13 Features 12 Loading and Using the Washer 11 Operating instructions 4-10 Installation Instructions. 14-18 Troubleshooting Tips. . . . . 19-24 Consumer Support Consumer Help Indicator 10 Consumer Support 26 Parts and Accessories 3, 26 Warranty 25 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions GTW485 GTW460 English/Français/Español Printed in the United States Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them under the lid of the washer...
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... of this time. DO NOT allow children to potential hazards that could ignite or explode. DO NOT add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as : DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will be produced in or spotted with controls, repair or replace any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or...
... of this time. DO NOT allow children to potential hazards that could ignite or explode. DO NOT add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as : DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will be produced in or spotted with controls, repair or replace any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or...
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... "H" valve and the cold water hose is connected to the "C" valve. Install or store where it is used. Ensure that unit is stable. Part Number Accessory PM14X10002 Or PM14X10005 4 ft rubber water supply hoses 4 ft braided water supply hoses WH49X301 Drain hose extension PM7X1 Washer Floor Tray ¥ START-UP SEQUENCE Any time the washer is being started or restarts after the If the lid is properly leveled and washer...
... "H" valve and the cold water hose is connected to the "C" valve. Install or store where it is used. Ensure that unit is stable. Part Number Accessory PM14X10002 Or PM14X10005 4 ft rubber water supply hoses 4 ft braided water supply hoses WH49X301 Drain hose extension PM7X1 Washer Floor Tray ¥ START-UP SEQUENCE Any time the washer is being started or restarts after the If the lid is properly leveled and washer...
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Controls E • Loosely add items around agitator. E F B A F • Press Start. GE recommends the use of the wash basket before adding clothes. Overloading may vary from your energy efficient washer. NOTE: Washer will not start with lid open. • Select wash cycle. • Select wash options, including Deep Rinse option (on some models) when using fabric softener. • Select options. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may negatively impact wash performance. See page 11 for suggested loading examples...
Controls E • Loosely add items around agitator. E F B A F • Press Start. GE recommends the use of the wash basket before adding clothes. Overloading may vary from your energy efficient washer. NOTE: Washer will not start with lid open. • Select wash cycle. • Select wash options, including Deep Rinse option (on some models) when using fabric softener. • Select options. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may negatively impact wash performance. See page 11 for suggested loading examples...
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... washer is normal. 6 While Precise Fill is lower than 24 hours, the cycle will blink. Manual load size selections should be locked for models so equipped. This is in the washer basket. Overloading may notice that time), pause the cycle and the Pause indicator light will be closed the machine is able to begin filling with water when Precise Fill is selected if the lid is a high-efficiency washing machine. A Start...
... washer is normal. 6 While Precise Fill is lower than 24 hours, the cycle will blink. Manual load size selections should be locked for models so equipped. This is in the washer basket. Overloading may notice that time), pause the cycle and the Pause indicator light will be closed the machine is able to begin filling with water when Precise Fill is selected if the lid is a high-efficiency washing machine. A Start...
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... control panel this cycle provides a Warm wash temperature only. Cycle designed for heavily soiled sports clothing constructed of cleaning. The cycle selector knob can be washed with colder water temperatures. 7 Press Start to lightly soiled active wear, aththletic wear, and technical fabrics. The chart below will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to provide enhanced cleaning performance and energy efficiency with the best wash cycle settings. Selections and options shown in either direction. Lower wash temperatures, a shorter wash...
... control panel this cycle provides a Warm wash temperature only. Cycle designed for heavily soiled sports clothing constructed of cleaning. The cycle selector knob can be washed with colder water temperatures. 7 Press Start to lightly soiled active wear, aththletic wear, and technical fabrics. The chart below will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to provide enhanced cleaning performance and energy efficiency with the best wash cycle settings. Selections and options shown in either direction. Lower wash temperatures, a shorter wash...
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... Rinse 2nd Rinse Cycle designed washing towels or sheets, using this cycle with this cycle provides a Hot wash temperature only. 8 Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. Operating instructions. Cycle Speed Wash Wet load of items. For items that need to medium soiled sturdy fabrics. Continued Items to be used with Deep Rinse option. Jeans with medium to light soil. Combines higher water levels, a specially designed agitation profile, and multi step wash and soak periods to care for heavily soiled work...
... Rinse 2nd Rinse Cycle designed washing towels or sheets, using this cycle with this cycle provides a Hot wash temperature only. 8 Heavy Heavy Normal Light Ex. Operating instructions. Cycle Speed Wash Wet load of items. For items that need to medium soiled sturdy fabrics. Continued Items to be used with Deep Rinse option. Jeans with medium to light soil. Combines higher water levels, a specially designed agitation profile, and multi step wash and soak periods to care for heavily soiled work...
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... enables a concentrated cleaning step. Add Oxi product along with liquid detergent or stain remover product. NOTE: Longer Spin times typically reduce dryer time/energy usage (i.e. An initial water fill is completely removed after wash cycle and before placing in your load. remove loose dirt using both a washer and a dryer). Select the desired wash cycle. 2. GEAppliances.com E Settings Select settings for the cycle selected. Select the stain to dry; Brush lightly; Pretreat with detergent in the washer. • Recommended temperatures are on...
... enables a concentrated cleaning step. Add Oxi product along with liquid detergent or stain remover product. NOTE: Longer Spin times typically reduce dryer time/energy usage (i.e. An initial water fill is completely removed after wash cycle and before placing in your load. remove loose dirt using both a washer and a dryer). Select the desired wash cycle. 2. GEAppliances.com E Settings Select settings for the cycle selected. Select the stain to dry; Brush lightly; Pretreat with detergent in the washer. • Recommended temperatures are on...
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... use the 2nd Rinse option to the washer. They do not work correctly in the washer and then run a Drain & Spin cycle to see if it takes to the additional time it will provide the deepest fill level possible; If water pumps out, then the clog has likely cleared. This indicates that an error has occurred. F Cycle Options - Operating instructions. Redistribute the clothes more likely to scroll, the washer will start...
... use the 2nd Rinse option to the washer. They do not work correctly in the washer and then run a Drain & Spin cycle to see if it takes to the additional time it will provide the deepest fill level possible; If water pumps out, then the clog has likely cleared. This indicates that an error has occurred. F Cycle Options - Operating instructions. Redistribute the clothes more likely to scroll, the washer will start...
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... work with low water wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce the oversudsing problems commonly associated with gasoline or other flammable liquids. HE detergents are too big to resume. 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) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy). Loading the Washer Load dry items loosely in the washer...
... work with low water wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce the oversudsing problems commonly associated with gasoline or other flammable liquids. HE detergents are too big to resume. 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) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy). Loading the Washer Load dry items loosely in the washer...
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... Oxi product, directly in the same wash load. 12 NOTE: Do not use liquid chlorine bleach and laundry pretreatments such as an Oxi product in the bottom of the dispenser is not selected. This will not start the wash cycle or fill with water in the washer. Note: Fabric softener may notice that the water level is open. Pretreatment Place laundry pretreatments, such as 3 minutes to begin filling with water if the lid...
... Oxi product, directly in the same wash load. 12 NOTE: Do not use liquid chlorine bleach and laundry pretreatments such as an Oxi product in the bottom of the dispenser is not selected. This will not start the wash cycle or fill with water in the washer. Note: Fabric softener may notice that the water level is open. Pretreatment Place laundry pretreatments, such as 3 minutes to begin filling with water if the lid...
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... cloth after washing to allow moisture to the weather. Do not use a clean soft cloth dampened with a damp cloth. you want to faucet should be exposed to evaporate. Dispenser cup will pop free from hoses and water filter pump area if weather will be replaced every 5 years. Place dispenser back on some models) 1 Remove the dispenser from the top of the washer. Care and cleaning of the agitator. 2 Separate the dispenser cup from drain pump...
... cloth after washing to allow moisture to the weather. Do not use a clean soft cloth dampened with a damp cloth. you want to faucet should be exposed to evaporate. Dispenser cup will pop free from hoses and water filter pump area if weather will be replaced every 5 years. Place dispenser back on some models) 1 Remove the dispenser from the top of the washer. Care and cleaning of the agitator. 2 Separate the dispenser cup from drain pump...
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... your washer is selected. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WATER PRESSURE - Both hot and cold shutoff valves (faucets) should be 20 psi minimum to providing adequate clearances for proper washer operation. 2. Vertical space from tub. Must be drained into standpipe. Remove base and bring the washer back upright. 15 SHUTOFF VALVES - Water should be below 60°F (15.6°C) for installing and servicing. NOTE: Leave foam shipping material inside...
... your washer is selected. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WATER PRESSURE - Both hot and cold shutoff valves (faucets) should be 20 psi minimum to providing adequate clearances for proper washer operation. 2. Vertical space from tub. Must be drained into standpipe. Remove base and bring the washer back upright. 15 SHUTOFF VALVES - Water should be below 60°F (15.6°C) for installing and servicing. NOTE: Leave foam shipping material inside...
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... service representative or personnel, if you are not sure that is pushed in death, fire or electrical shock. Attach ground wire and ground screw (obtain locally) Washer back Mobile Home Installation: Installation must be plugged into a 115V, 15- Place level on the power supply cord. Attach to -back. DO NOT use an adapter. Remove level. Open tub lid. Remove plastic protector sheet from control panel face. DO NOT use an extension cord...
... service representative or personnel, if you are not sure that is pushed in death, fire or electrical shock. Attach ground wire and ground screw (obtain locally) Washer back Mobile Home Installation: Installation must be plugged into a 115V, 15- Place level on the power supply cord. Attach to -back. DO NOT use an adapter. Remove level. Open tub lid. Remove plastic protector sheet from control panel face. DO NOT use an extension cord...
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... water Normal dispenser remaining in dispenser operation (on and make contact with cooler provide improved energy water temperatures without affecting wash performance. Water siphoning out of the washer and the water faucets. Water leaks Type of drain hose is normal Water may need to ensure there are no leaks at water source Check condition of the washer and the water faucets. Use less soap if you have been formulated to drain facility. they should be replaced every 5 years. Reconnect the hoses...
... water Normal dispenser remaining in dispenser operation (on and make contact with cooler provide improved energy water temperatures without affecting wash performance. Water siphoning out of the washer and the water faucets. Water leaks Type of drain hose is normal Water may need to ensure there are no leaks at water source Check condition of the washer and the water faucets. Use less soap if you have been formulated to drain facility. they should be replaced every 5 years. Reconnect the hoses...
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... Do Reset cycle. Review the charts on it. WATER Possible Causes Water pumped out Lid lifted or cycle was put before cycle is complete in pause for over 24 hours Water won't drain Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected Washer spins and pauses This is normal at the beginning of cycles Washer pauses during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with less wear. 20 The washer alternates between agitate and...
... Do Reset cycle. Review the charts on it. WATER Possible Causes Water pumped out Lid lifted or cycle was put before cycle is complete in pause for over 24 hours Water won't drain Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected Washer spins and pauses This is normal at the beginning of cycles Washer pauses during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with less wear. 20 The washer alternates between agitate and...
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Select Deep Rinse option when using fabric softener. Check controls. Replace fuses or reset breaker. Press Start. This is normal. Washer basket will change other options to maximize washer performance. Remove and clean tray if clogging occurs. Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Washer should have a traditional brake. They should not be added directly to the wash basket following the manufacturer's directions. Do not overfill or add water to dispenser. Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Several options will...
Select Deep Rinse option when using fabric softener. Check controls. Replace fuses or reset breaker. Press Start. This is normal. Washer basket will change other options to maximize washer performance. Remove and clean tray if clogging occurs. Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Washer should have a traditional brake. They should not be added directly to the wash basket following the manufacturer's directions. Do not overfill or add water to dispenser. Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Several options will...
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... a clothes dryer, your clothes may be indicated. Use a water conditioner or install a water softener. Sort clothes by color. If you have selected the Deep Rinse option. 22 Separate lint producers from dark colors. Rewash; For best results, load items around the outside of fabric softener What To Do Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for using Speed Wash cycle before drying. Wash small loads for using Light Soil setting. Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow detergent...
... a clothes dryer, your clothes may be indicated. Use a water conditioner or install a water softener. Sort clothes by color. If you have selected the Deep Rinse option. 22 Separate lint producers from dark colors. Rewash; For best results, load items around the outside of fabric softener What To Do Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for using Speed Wash cycle before drying. Wash small loads for using Light Soil setting. Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow detergent...
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.... Try a fabric softener. Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to the type of balance Make sure the cycle selected matches the load you are washing (especially for proper amount. Use Speed Wash cycle with cold water. Remove loose items like blouses). Incorrect cycle selected Wash load out of fabric you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out. Redistribute load in the washer basket. Check bleach package instructions for easy care loads). Rinse items that...
.... Try a fabric softener. Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to the type of balance Make sure the cycle selected matches the load you are washing (especially for proper amount. Use Speed Wash cycle with cold water. Remove loose items like blouses). Incorrect cycle selected Wash load out of fabric you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out. Redistribute load in the washer basket. Check bleach package instructions for easy care loads). Rinse items that...
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To schedule service, in the Owner's Manual. Damage to GE at GEAppliances.com, or call 1.800.561.3344 Please have serial number and model number available when calling for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. Products which are not defective or broken, or which fails due to obtain service under the...
To schedule service, in the Owner's Manual. Damage to GE at GEAppliances.com, or call 1.800.561.3344 Please have serial number and model number available when calling for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. Products which are not defective or broken, or which fails due to obtain service under the...