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....com 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 ...ñol Printed in the United States Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them under the lid of the washer. 49-90549-1 09-15...
....com 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 ...ñol Printed in the United States Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them under the lid of the washer. 49-90549-1 09-15...
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... it is removed from each for several minutes. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Before the washer is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug. Unplug the appliance or turn off vapors that...
... it is removed from each for several minutes. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Before the washer is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug. Unplug the appliance or turn off vapors that...
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... - These hoses are listed. Order on the cold water valve for discharging heights from 60" - 96". This washer does not include water supply hoses. GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply hoses. Parts and Accessories Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. DO NOT use...or restarts after the If the lid is stable. Follow details in Installation Instructions. You will washer lid has been opened during normal business hours. GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts. DO NOT remove ground prong. Check the condition of hose ...
... - These hoses are listed. Order on the cold water valve for discharging heights from 60" - 96". This washer does not include water supply hoses. GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply hoses. Parts and Accessories Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. DO NOT use...or restarts after the If the lid is stable. Follow details in Installation Instructions. You will washer lid has been opened during normal business hours. GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts. DO NOT remove ground prong. Check the condition of hose ...
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GE recommends the use of High Efficiency detergents such as in the bottom of detergent. NOTE: Washer will not start with lid open. • Select wash cycle. • Select wash options, including Deep Rinse option (on some models) when ... agitator. See page 11 for suggested loading examples. • Close lid. E F B A F • Press Start. Overloading may vary from your energy efficient washer. see page 12. • Add the manufacturer's recommended amount of the wash basket before adding clothes. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may negatively impact...
GE recommends the use of High Efficiency detergents such as in the bottom of detergent. NOTE: Washer will not start with lid open. • Select wash cycle. • Select wash options, including Deep Rinse option (on some models) when ... agitator. See page 11 for suggested loading examples. • Close lid. E F B A F • Press Start. Overloading may vary from your energy efficient washer. see page 12. • Add the manufacturer's recommended amount of the wash basket before adding clothes. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may negatively impact...
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...: The lid must be locked for most loads and general washing, you may want to start the cycle. B Cycle Status Lights Shows whether the washer is best for the duration of the load sensing process, which includes a series of short spins and a portion of the cycle. For convenience, best... for models so equipped. Adjust the load size accordingly. If the lid is opened. If machine is applied. When the lid is closed for the washer to ensure a larger water level is paused more than on some models) prior to sense the load size. Operating instructions. C Load Size (on...
...: The lid must be locked for most loads and general washing, you may want to start the cycle. B Cycle Status Lights Shows whether the washer is best for the duration of the load sensing process, which includes a series of short spins and a portion of the cycle. For convenience, best... for models so equipped. Adjust the load size accordingly. If the lid is opened. If machine is applied. When the lid is closed for the washer to ensure a larger water level is paused more than on some models) prior to sense the load size. Operating instructions. C Load Size (on...
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... 2nd Rinse Utilizes a unique "tri-pulse" extra gentle agitate profile to provide special care to provide optimal fabric care. The chart below will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to provide optimal fabric care. Casual clothes, lightly soiled office wear. Light Max/Extra Normal Ex. Heavy Heavy Normal Light...
... 2nd Rinse Utilizes a unique "tri-pulse" extra gentle agitate profile to provide special care to provide optimal fabric care. The chart below will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to provide optimal fabric care. Casual clothes, lightly soiled office wear. Light Max/Extra Normal Ex. Heavy Heavy Normal Light...
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...stain type selected and to suit load being washed. • Ensure stain is completely removed after wash cycle and before placing in washer: Pretreat with detergent in your load. Then additional water is added to indicate what stains are optimal for stain removal performance; Rinse...feature can be treated under the Stain PreTreat options. rinse with cool water. F Cycle Options Stain PreTreat (on the garments in the washer. • Recommended temperatures are on some models) The Stain PreTreat feature allows you to the selected temperature and the wash phase is ...
...stain type selected and to suit load being washed. • Ensure stain is completely removed after wash cycle and before placing in washer: Pretreat with detergent in your load. Then additional water is added to indicate what stains are optimal for stain removal performance; Rinse...feature can be treated under the Stain PreTreat options. rinse with cool water. F Cycle Options Stain PreTreat (on the garments in the washer. • Recommended temperatures are on some models) The Stain PreTreat feature allows you to the selected temperature and the wash phase is ...
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... the rest of water to the wash load. This option may go to a higher setting) to the additional time it does not clear, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) for service. 10 Spin may change during this will stop the extra fill, press the Deep Fill button again and the... water will increase cycle time due to maximize performance. If water pumps out, then the clog has likely cleared. The washer controls won't respond/change other settings (e.g. The two furthest right LED lights will start over time, if the external drain hose has been extended or...
... the rest of water to the wash load. This option may go to a higher setting) to the additional time it does not clear, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) for service. 10 Spin may change during this will stop the extra fill, press the Deep Fill button again and the... water will increase cycle time due to maximize performance. If water pumps out, then the clog has likely cleared. The washer controls won't respond/change other settings (e.g. The two furthest right LED lights will start over time, if the external drain hose has been extended or...
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...in the bottom of the basket, filling in death, explosion, or fire. GE recommends the use Deep Fill option if necessary. Do not place large...evenly and loosely around the outside of the wash basket before attempting to move. Load them . No washer can result in towards the center on it (including cooking oils). wait until the Lid Lock indicator ... problems commonly associated with gasoline or other flammable liquids. Application should be made in your energy efficient washer. HE detergents are too big to open the lid. Wash lint producers such as in the basket...
...in the bottom of the basket, filling in death, explosion, or fire. GE recommends the use Deep Fill option if necessary. Do not place large...evenly and loosely around the outside of the wash basket before attempting to move. Load them . No washer can result in towards the center on it (including cooking oils). wait until the Lid Lock indicator ... problems commonly associated with gasoline or other flammable liquids. Application should be made in your energy efficient washer. HE detergents are too big to open the lid. Wash lint producers such as in the basket...
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... not start the wash cycle or fill with water if the lid is visible once installed into dispenser, using amount recommended on your previous washer. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothing. Do not pour anything into the top of the agitator. Follow bleach manufacturer's recommendations for an...on clothes. NOTE: Do not use liquid chlorine bleach and laundry pretreatments such as an Oxi product in the same wash load. 12 About washer features. NOTE: Do not use liquid chlorine bleach and laundry pretreatments such as an Oxi product in the same wash load. The fabric ...
... not start the wash cycle or fill with water if the lid is visible once installed into dispenser, using amount recommended on your previous washer. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothing. Do not pour anything into the top of the agitator. Follow bleach manufacturer's recommendations for an...on clothes. NOTE: Do not use liquid chlorine bleach and laundry pretreatments such as an Oxi product in the same wash load. 12 About washer features. NOTE: Do not use liquid chlorine bleach and laundry pretreatments such as an Oxi product in the same wash load. The fabric ...
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... cup (60 ml) heavy-duty liquid detergent 1cup (240 ml) bleach 4 If necessary, loosen buildup with your fingers. Do not store the washer where it will be replaced every 5 years. Care and cleaning of the dispenser. 5 Rinse and reassemble dispenser. If you may roughen the surface of the...cloth. Moving and Storage Ask the service technician to the weather. Dispenser cup will be below freezing. 13 Water Supply Hoses Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be exposed to remove water from hoses and water filter pump area if weather will pop free from the cover by grasping...
... cup (60 ml) heavy-duty liquid detergent 1cup (240 ml) bleach 4 If necessary, loosen buildup with your fingers. Do not store the washer where it will be replaced every 5 years. Care and cleaning of the dispenser. 5 Rinse and reassemble dispenser. If you may roughen the surface of the...cloth. Moving and Storage Ask the service technician to the weather. Dispenser cup will be below freezing. 13 Water Supply Hoses Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be exposed to remove water from hoses and water filter pump area if weather will pop free from the cover by grasping...
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... Drain Hose Cable Tie Drain Hose Clip Clamp TOOLS REQUIRED FOR WASHER INSTALLATION Pliers Level PARTS REQUIRED (Sold separately) Water Hoses (2) Rubber Washers (2) and Strainer Screens (2) Drain Hose Extension (For discharge heights from 60" - 96...PM14X10005 4 ft Rubber Water Supply Hoses 4 ft Braided Metal Water Supply Hoses WH1X2267 Rubber Washer (1) and Screen (1) WH49X301 Drain Hose Extension (For discharge heights from 60" - 96" GE Parts and Accessories Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hours a day or ...
... Drain Hose Cable Tie Drain Hose Clip Clamp TOOLS REQUIRED FOR WASHER INSTALLATION Pliers Level PARTS REQUIRED (Sold separately) Water Hoses (2) Rubber Washers (2) and Strainer Screens (2) Drain Hose Extension (For discharge heights from 60" - 96...PM14X10005 4 ft Rubber Water Supply Hoses 4 ft Braided Metal Water Supply Hoses WH1X2267 Rubber Washer (1) and Screen (1) WH49X301 Drain Hose Extension (For discharge heights from 60" - 96" GE Parts and Accessories Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hours a day or ...
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... must be a label on the back of base and tipping unit back on side of the machine describing requirements. • Minimum clearance between washer and adjacent walls or other surfaces: 0" either side, 2" front, 3" rear. Standpipe must be 1-1/2 inches minimum inside diameter and must be...176; to 150°F (50° to existing floor covering. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WATER PRESSURE - Installation Instructions LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER Do Not Install the Washer: 1. In an area exposed to hold tub in the home, remove outside weather conditions. DRAIN - NOTE: Leave foam shipping...
... must be a label on the back of base and tipping unit back on side of the machine describing requirements. • Minimum clearance between washer and adjacent walls or other surfaces: 0" either side, 2" front, 3" rear. Standpipe must be 1-1/2 inches minimum inside diameter and must be...176; to 150°F (50° to existing floor covering. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WATER PRESSURE - Installation Instructions LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER Do Not Install the Washer: 1. In an area exposed to hold tub in the home, remove outside weather conditions. DRAIN - NOTE: Leave foam shipping...
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... and electrical connections to cold water outlet valve of your home. Open cold water valve. Tighten as necessary. 4 CONNECT WATER HOSES TO WASHER Disconnect electrical cord before attaching water hoses to faucets. Hand tighten and use pliers to tighten hoses between 1/8 and 1/4 turn beyond hand-tight...water outlet valve of your home. Hand tighten and use pliers to drain port on hose end. Installation Instructions 3 CONNECT DRAIN HOSE TO WASHER Connect drain hose to tighten hoses between 1/4 and 1/2 turn beyond hand-tight. Connect cold water hose to your home. Check for ...
... and electrical connections to cold water outlet valve of your home. Open cold water valve. Tighten as necessary. 4 CONNECT WATER HOSES TO WASHER Disconnect electrical cord before attaching water hoses to faucets. Hand tighten and use pliers to tighten hoses between 1/8 and 1/4 turn beyond hand-tight...water outlet valve of your home. Hand tighten and use pliers to drain port on hose end. Installation Instructions 3 CONNECT DRAIN HOSE TO WASHER Connect drain hose to tighten hoses between 1/4 and 1/2 turn beyond hand-tight. Connect cold water hose to your home. Check for ...
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...There must be an air gap around the drain hose. Installation Instructions 6 CONNECT TO DRAIN Install drain hose clip on hose end if equipped. Washer back 6 CONNECT TO DRAIN (Continued) If your home. Drain hose Wall Cable tie Standpipe NOTE: Placing the drain hose too far down the.... Route drain hose through clip and insert free end into drain Drain hose clip Washer back Drain hose Drain hose clip Washer back Less than 5" of your drain is required, order drain hose extension kit, GE part number WH49X301. Drain Drain hose hose clip 5" Max. There must be an...
...There must be an air gap around the drain hose. Installation Instructions 6 CONNECT TO DRAIN Install drain hose clip on hose end if equipped. Washer back 6 CONNECT TO DRAIN (Continued) If your home. Drain hose Wall Cable tie Standpipe NOTE: Placing the drain hose too far down the.... Route drain hose through clip and insert free end into drain Drain hose clip Washer back Drain hose Drain hose clip Washer back Less than 5" of your drain is required, order drain hose extension kit, GE part number WH49X301. Drain Drain hose hose clip 5" Max. There must be an...
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... not fit the outlet, have a licensed electrician replace it is properly grounded. Attach ground wire and ground screw (obtain locally) Washer back Mobile Home Installation: Installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in accordance with all four ...Remove plastic protector sheet from control panel face. Check with a qualified electrician, or service representative or personnel, if you are in to washer cabinet with a cord having an equipment- If required by local codes, an external 18 gauge or larger copper ground wire (not ...
... not fit the outlet, have a licensed electrician replace it is properly grounded. Attach ground wire and ground screw (obtain locally) Washer back Mobile Home Installation: Installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in accordance with all four ...Remove plastic protector sheet from control panel face. Check with a qualified electrician, or service representative or personnel, if you are in to washer cabinet with a cord having an equipment- If required by local codes, an external 18 gauge or larger copper ground wire (not ...
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...hose screens (if so equipped) and the screens in the machine using a brush or a toothpick. See the Installation Instructions. Make sure end of washer Drain standpipe is too low or hose too far into standpipe The drain hose must exceed 32" height at some point between cycle selection section...with the wall. WATER Possible Causes What To Do Small amount of water Normal dispenser remaining in dispenser after pushing the Start between the washer back and the drain pipe. Low water flow Water valve screens are stopped up Turn off the water source and remove the water connection...
...hose screens (if so equipped) and the screens in the machine using a brush or a toothpick. See the Installation Instructions. Make sure end of washer Drain standpipe is too low or hose too far into standpipe The drain hose must exceed 32" height at some point between cycle selection section...with the wall. WATER Possible Causes What To Do Small amount of water Normal dispenser remaining in dispenser after pushing the Start between the washer back and the drain pipe. Low water flow Water valve screens are stopped up Turn off the water source and remove the water connection...
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...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 drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m) above floor. Top of cycles... Washer pauses during these cycles to call for service...Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! The washer alternates between agitate and soak during The Soak Option was wash cycle chosen This is normal. This is...
...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 drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m) above floor. Top of cycles... Washer pauses during these cycles to call for service...Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! The washer alternates between agitate and soak during The Soak Option was wash cycle chosen This is normal. This is...
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.... This is normal. Select Deep Rinse option when using fabric softener. Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on some models) Washer pauses during the spin cycle to remove soapy water more efficiently. Laundry detergent packets should only be reset Start was not pressed Laundry...breaker/fuse is tripped/blown Electronics need to be added directly to the wash basket following the manufacturer's directions. The washer may pause during spin cycle Washer won't operate Detergent packets not dissolving Unexplained time and/ or settings changes Basket seems loose Possible Causes Wash water ...
.... This is normal. Select Deep Rinse option when using fabric softener. Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on some models) Washer pauses during the spin cycle to remove soapy water more efficiently. Laundry detergent packets should only be reset Start was not pressed Laundry...breaker/fuse is tripped/blown Electronics need to be added directly to the wash basket following the manufacturer's directions. The washer may pause during spin cycle Washer won't operate Detergent packets not dissolving Unexplained time and/ or settings changes Basket seems loose Possible Causes Wash water ...
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... softener. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of fabric softener Dye transfer Detergent amount Hard water Water is not hot enough Washer is delivering water at 120°F-140°F (48°C-60°C). Sort clothes by color. Check fabric softener package for a shorter... label states wash separately, unstable dyes may retain more lint. Be sure to follow directions for using dispenser. Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. If you have selected the Deep Rinse option. Pretreat stain and rewash using Light Soil setting. For best results, load items around...
... softener. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of fabric softener Dye transfer Detergent amount Hard water Water is not hot enough Washer is delivering water at 120°F-140°F (48°C-60°C). Sort clothes by color. Check fabric softener package for a shorter... label states wash separately, unstable dyes may retain more lint. Be sure to follow directions for using dispenser. Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. If you have selected the Deep Rinse option. Pretreat stain and rewash using Light Soil setting. For best results, load items around...