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... Control Settings 6, 7 Features 8-10 Loading and Using the Washer . . . .10, 11 Cleaning the Washer 12-14 Installation Instructions. . . . . .15-20 Preparing to Install Your Washer. . . . . . 15 Rough-In Dimensions 16 Location of Your Washer 16 Unpacking Your Washer 17 Drain Requirements 18 Electrical Requirements 18 ...the Washer 19, 20 Replacement Parts 20 Troubleshooting Tips 21-24 Consumer Support Warranty 25 Service Telephone Numbers 26 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions GFWN1000 GFWN1100 WBVH5200 WBVH5300 WCVH6400 WCVH6800 WHDVH680 As an ENERGY STAR® partner, GE ...
... Control Settings 6, 7 Features 8-10 Loading and Using the Washer . . . .10, 11 Cleaning the Washer 12-14 Installation Instructions. . . . . .15-20 Preparing to Install Your Washer. . . . . . 15 Rough-In Dimensions 16 Location of Your Washer 16 Unpacking Your Washer 17 Drain Requirements 18 Electrical Requirements 18 ...the Washer 19, 20 Replacement Parts 20 Troubleshooting Tips 21-24 Consumer Support Warranty 25 Service Telephone Numbers 26 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions GFWN1000 GFWN1100 WBVH5200 WBVH5300 WCVH6400 WCVH6800 WHDVH680 As an ENERGY STAR® partner, GE ...
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... Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. WARNING! Do not allow any electrical appliance which could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used for two weeks or more . WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions, hydrogen ...6LQFHWKHJDVLVÀDPPDEOHGRQRWVPRNHRUXVHDQRSHQÀDPHRUDSSOLDQFHGXULQJWKLVSURFHVV PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather, which is used for several minutes. If the hot water has...
... Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. WARNING! Do not allow any electrical appliance which could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used for two weeks or more . WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions, hydrogen ...6LQFHWKHJDVLVÀDPPDEOHGRQRWVPRNHRUXVHDQRSHQÀDPHRUDSSOLDQFHGXULQJWKLVSURFHVV PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather, which is used for several minutes. If the hot water has...
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... Do not wash or dry articles that you understand and have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted the washer. The washer is damaged, malfunctioning, partially before opening the door. NOTE: Pressing the power button does NOT disconnect the appliance from the ...EUHDNHUEHIRUHDWWHPSWLQJ any part of fabrics. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 indicator ON). if it from service, remove the washer door to prevent children from hiding inside. Do not attempt to repair or replace any maintenance or cleaning. during operation. To...
... Do not wash or dry articles that you understand and have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted the washer. The washer is damaged, malfunctioning, partially before opening the door. NOTE: Pressing the power button does NOT disconnect the appliance from the ...EUHDNHUEHIRUHDWWHPSWLQJ any part of fabrics. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 indicator ON). if it from service, remove the washer door to prevent children from hiding inside. Do not attempt to repair or replace any maintenance or cleaning. during operation. To...
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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the washer control panel. Find the illustration that Flosely matFhes your model and see the FyFle desFriStions startinJ on SaJe for details. (On some models) 4 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the washer control panel. Find the illustration that Flosely matFhes your model and see the FyFle desFriStions startinJ on SaJe for details. (On some models) 4 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips
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..., household linens, work and play clothes. HANDWASH For items labeled hand-washable with light soils. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the washer control panel. 1 Power Press to mimic the handwashing action. The GentleClean™ lifters lightly tumble the clothes into standby mode. Provides... gentle (some casual wear clothes. COLORS/NORMAL For heavy to clean the load. To quickly rinse out any items at any time. If the display is approximately 30 minutes, depending on the garment label. ...
..., household linens, work and play clothes. HANDWASH For items labeled hand-washable with light soils. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the washer control panel. 1 Power Press to mimic the handwashing action. The GentleClean™ lifters lightly tumble the clothes into standby mode. Provides... gentle (some casual wear clothes. COLORS/NORMAL For heavy to clean the load. To quickly rinse out any items at any time. If the display is approximately 30 minutes, depending on the garment label. ...
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...WKHZDVK¿OOLVDOZD\VFROG7KLVIHDWXUHDVVLVWVLQFRQGLWLRQLQJWKHIDEULF and preventing stains from the clothes and will pause the washer and unlock the door. Higher spin speeds are not available on Stain Wash and Whites wash cycles. Press again to select the proper ...water temperature for the wash cycle. NOTE: The washer performs automatic system checks after pressing the START EXWWRQ:DWHUZLOOÀRZ LQVHFRQGVRUOHVV Follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when...
...WKHZDVK¿OOLVDOZD\VFROG7KLVIHDWXUHDVVLVWVLQFRQGLWLRQLQJWKHIDEULF and preventing stains from the clothes and will pause the washer and unlock the door. Higher spin speeds are not available on Stain Wash and Whites wash cycles. Press again to select the proper ...water temperature for the wash cycle. NOTE: The washer performs automatic system checks after pressing the START EXWWRQ:DWHUZLOOÀRZ LQVHFRQGVRUOHVV Follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when...
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...has been saved. Delay Start (on the model. NOTE: If you FhanJe wash oStions with this option selected. Children cannot accidentally start of your washer. BASKET CLEAN BasketClean is a cycle that recommends prewashing before the main wash. Use it for heavily soiled clothes or for 10-18 hours, ...number of hours you will sound to the base FyFle. Or you can lock the controls to delay the start the washer by touching pads with MY CYCLE before washing a load. To use SIGNAL button). Lock You can lock the controls after the FyFle has been started a cycle. The ...
...has been saved. Delay Start (on the model. NOTE: If you FhanJe wash oStions with this option selected. Children cannot accidentally start of your washer. BASKET CLEAN BasketClean is a cycle that recommends prewashing before the main wash. Use it for heavily soiled clothes or for 10-18 hours, ...number of hours you will sound to the base FyFle. Or you can lock the controls to delay the start the washer by touching pads with MY CYCLE before washing a load. To use SIGNAL button). Lock You can lock the controls after the FyFle has been started a cycle. The ...
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...Not all models haYe the [ and [ deterJent settinJs. Move the insert by model. OYer¿llinJ Fan Fause early disSensinJ of the load. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Powder Detergent Normal HE Liquid Detergent Setting 2X HE Liquid Detergent Setting (most common setting) 3X HE Liquid Detergent Setting... to the type of the wash cycle. You will drain into the center compartment labeled "LIQUID BLEACH" marked with this washer. Be sure to the front left on the clothes. Using more detergent than the recommended quantity can lead to over sudsing and detergent residue ...
...Not all models haYe the [ and [ deterJent settinJs. Move the insert by model. OYer¿llinJ Fan Fause early disSensinJ of the load. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Powder Detergent Normal HE Liquid Detergent Setting 2X HE Liquid Detergent Setting (most common setting) 3X HE Liquid Detergent Setting... to the type of the wash cycle. You will drain into the center compartment labeled "LIQUID BLEACH" marked with this washer. Be sure to the front left on the clothes. Using more detergent than the recommended quantity can lead to over sudsing and detergent residue ...
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...; WashinJ sinJle items is not reFommended. This may Fause an outof liquid fabric softener into loads that can be washed together. Add one time for fabric softener before using the washer. On some models, the Fabric Softener Compartment is on the right. NOTE: Do not Sour ... and stains. PromStly wash wet or stained Jarments to ma[imize results. Mi[ Jarments usinJ reFommended ma[imum load sizes on the wash load. Dilute with other items. This may Fause an outof the fabriF softener whiFh Fould stain Flothes. Always follow fabriF manufaFturer·s...
...; WashinJ sinJle items is not reFommended. This may Fause an outof liquid fabric softener into loads that can be washed together. Add one time for fabric softener before using the washer. On some models, the Fabric Softener Compartment is on the right. NOTE: Do not Sour ... and stains. PromStly wash wet or stained Jarments to ma[imize results. Mi[ Jarments usinJ reFommended ma[imum load sizes on the wash load. Dilute with other items. This may Fause an outof the fabriF softener whiFh Fould stain Flothes. Always follow fabriF manufaFturer·s...
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...Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 Add items, close the door and press START/PAUSE to force open gently. The washer may be fully loaded with loosely added items. Do not wash fabrics containing Àammable materials waxes cleaning Àuids etc. . After ...the door unlocks, open the door when it is recommended. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Loading the Washer Wash drum may take up to 30 seconds to unlock the door after washer has started, press START/PAUSE and wait until the door is unlatched.
...Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 Add items, close the door and press START/PAUSE to force open gently. The washer may be fully loaded with loosely added items. Do not wash fabrics containing Àammable materials waxes cleaning Àuids etc. . After ...the door unlocks, open the door when it is recommended. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Loading the Washer Wash drum may take up to 30 seconds to unlock the door after washer has started, press START/PAUSE and wait until the door is unlatched.
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...button. 4. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open immediately. If for better ventilation. When moving the washer, the tub should be sure to run a light color load after the water is pressed during installation. NOTE: Read the instructions below freezing. When the BasketClean cycle is recommended... weather. Forcing open the door at GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES. Open the washer door and pour one cup or 250 ml of your washer. If the POWER button is drained to refresh your washer may be lost. Do not interrupt the cycle. 5. The cycle will...
...button. 4. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open immediately. If for better ventilation. When moving the washer, the tub should be sure to run a light color load after the water is pressed during installation. NOTE: Read the instructions below freezing. When the BasketClean cycle is recommended... weather. Forcing open the door at GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES. Open the washer door and pour one cup or 250 ml of your washer. If the POWER button is drained to refresh your washer may be lost. Do not interrupt the cycle. 5. The cycle will...
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... to the pump. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Cleaning the Pump Filter Due to the nature of the front-load washer, it GRZQZLWK\RXU¿QJHUV5HPRYHDQ\ foreign objects if found trapped inside this gasket. The washer has a ¿OWHUWRFDSWXUHORVWLWHPVVRWKH\DUHQRW dumped to drain. To ...6. 5HSODFHWKH¿OWHUDQGWXUQFORFNZLVH Tighten securely. 7. GEAppliances.com Pump filter Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Cleaning the Door Gasket Open the washer door. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside the gasket.
... to the pump. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Cleaning the Pump Filter Due to the nature of the front-load washer, it GRZQZLWK\RXU¿QJHUV5HPRYHDQ\ foreign objects if found trapped inside this gasket. The washer has a ¿OWHUWRFDSWXUHORVWLWHPVVRWKH\DUHQRW dumped to drain. To ...6. 5HSODFHWKH¿OWHUDQGWXUQFORFNZLVH Tighten securely. 7. GEAppliances.com Pump filter Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Cleaning the Door Gasket Open the washer door. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside the gasket.
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... and fabric softener compartments and the detergent insert. Replace the dispenser drawer. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Cleaning the washer. Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Rinse the inserts and the drawer with hot water to remove...
... and fabric softener compartments and the detergent insert. Replace the dispenser drawer. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Cleaning the washer. Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Rinse the inserts and the drawer with hot water to remove...
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... A stack bracket kit is available at additional cost. Save these instructions for local inspector's use. IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Washer If you have any questions, Fall .*E.CARES or visit our Website at GEAppliances.com or calling 800. Observe all governing codes and ... 3URSHULQVWDOODWLRQLVWKHUHVSRQVLELOLW\RIWKHLQVWDOOHU 3URGXFWIDLOXUHGXHWRLPSURSHULQVWDOODWLRQLVQRW covered under the Warranty. GE.CARES. Be sure to leave these Installation Instructions. 'RQRWLQVWDOORUVWRUHWKHDSSOLDQFHLQDQDUHDZKHUH it will...
... A stack bracket kit is available at additional cost. Save these instructions for local inspector's use. IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Washer If you have any questions, Fall .*E.CARES or visit our Website at GEAppliances.com or calling 800. Observe all governing codes and ... 3URSHULQVWDOODWLRQLVWKHUHVSRQVLELOLW\RIWKHLQVWDOOHU 3URGXFWIDLOXUHGXHWRLPSURSHULQVWDOODWLRQLVQRW covered under the Warranty. GE.CARES. Be sure to leave these Installation Instructions. 'RQRWLQVWDOORUVWRUHWKHDSSOLDQFHLQDQDUHDZKHUH it will...
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...). In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. Installation Instructions LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER Do Not Install the Washer: 1. IMPORTANT: Minimum Installation Clearances :KHQLQVWDOOHGLQDOFRYH6LGHV5HDU Top =... 0" (0 cm) :KHQLQVWDOOHGLQFORVHW6LGHV5HDU Top = 0" (0 cm), Front = 1" (2.54 cm) &ORVHWGRRUYHQWLODWLRQRSHQLQJVUHTXLUHG 2 louvers each 60 square in contact with a maximum slope of door ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS FRONT...
...). In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. Installation Instructions LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER Do Not Install the Washer: 1. IMPORTANT: Minimum Installation Clearances :KHQLQVWDOOHGLQDOFRYH6LGHV5HDU Top =... 0" (0 cm) :KHQLQVWDOOHGLQFORVHW6LGHV5HDU Top = 0" (0 cm), Front = 1" (2.54 cm) &ORVHWGRRUYHQWLODWLRQRSHQLQJVUHTXLUHG 2 louvers each 60 square in contact with a maximum slope of door ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS FRONT...
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... Failure to prevent shipping damage. Make materials inaccessible to an upright position and remove the carton. 5. DO NOT lay the washer on its front or back. 3. 7XUQGRZQWKHERWWRPÀDSV³UHPRYHDOOEDVHSDFNDJLQJ including the cardboard, styrofoam base and ...styrofoam tub support (inserted in the plastic bag provided. Children might use them for future use. NOTE: If you must transport the washer at GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GE...
... Failure to prevent shipping damage. Make materials inaccessible to an upright position and remove the carton. 5. DO NOT lay the washer on its front or back. 3. 7XUQGRZQWKHERWWRPÀDSV³UHPRYHDOOEDVHSDFNDJLQJ including the cardboard, styrofoam base and ...styrofoam tub support (inserted in the plastic bag provided. Children might use them for future use. NOTE: If you must transport the washer at GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GE...
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... local codes, in the absence of your water pressure. NOTE: The drain hose attached to whether the appliance is properly grounded. 1. Washer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in accordance with the National Electrical Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest...cm) garden hose-type so inlet hoses can be grounded. Water pressure MUST be located so the power supply cord is accessible when the washer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with a properly grounded three-prong grounding-type receptacle. 24 in doubt, call a licensed electrician. ...
... local codes, in the absence of your water pressure. NOTE: The drain hose attached to whether the appliance is properly grounded. 1. Washer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in accordance with the National Electrical Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest...cm) garden hose-type so inlet hoses can be grounded. Water pressure MUST be located so the power supply cord is accessible when the washer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with a properly grounded three-prong grounding-type receptacle. 24 in doubt, call a licensed electrician. ...
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...position. Do not crossthread or overtighten these connections. 4. Adjust the front leveling legs up or down to ensure the washer is a rubber washer in the 90° elbow end of the HOT and COLD hoses. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WASHER 1. 5XQVRPHZDWHUIURPWKHKRWDQGFROGIDXFHWVWR...WLJKWHQ another 2/3 turn with a wrench. Carefully connect the other inlet hose to the outside "H" outlet of the washer and snug with pliers. If the inlet hose screen washers (if supplied with pliers. Connect the inlet hose ends to spray window cleaner on WKHÀRRUWRKHOS...
...position. Do not crossthread or overtighten these connections. 4. Adjust the front leveling legs up or down to ensure the washer is a rubber washer in the 90° elbow end of the HOT and COLD hoses. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WASHER 1. 5XQVRPHZDWHUIURPWKHKRWDQGFROGIDXFHWVWR...WLJKWHQ another 2/3 turn with a wrench. Carefully connect the other inlet hose to the outside "H" outlet of the washer and snug with pliers. If the inlet hose screen washers (if supplied with pliers. Connect the inlet hose ends to spray window cleaner on WKHÀRRUWRKHOS...
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... your washer does not operate, please review the %efore You Call For SerYiFe section before plugging the power cord into a grounded outlet. There must be ordered in the United States by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES. 9. It contains valuable and... helpful information that will save you time and money. 12. Check for service. 15. No more than 7 inches of this Owner's Manual. Run the washer through a complete cycle. Read the rest of hose...
... your washer does not operate, please review the %efore You Call For SerYiFe section before plugging the power cord into a grounded outlet. There must be ordered in the United States by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES. 9. It contains valuable and... helpful information that will save you time and money. 12. Check for service. 15. No more than 7 inches of this Owner's Manual. Run the washer through a complete cycle. Read the rest of hose...
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... Instructions Before you may &KHFNKRXVHKROGSOXPELQJ Problem Not draining Not spinning Not agitating Leaking water Clothes too wet Possible Cause What To Do Load is out of balance 5HGLVWULEXWHFORWKHVDQGUXQGUDLQ VSLQRUULQVH VSLQ ,QFUHDVHORDGVL]HLIZDVKLQJVPDOOORDGFRQWDLQLQJKHDY\ and...
... Instructions Before you may &KHFNKRXVHKROGSOXPELQJ Problem Not draining Not spinning Not agitating Leaking water Clothes too wet Possible Cause What To Do Load is out of balance 5HGLVWULEXWHFORWKHVDQGUXQGUDLQ VSLQRUULQVH VSLQ ,QFUHDVHORDGVL]HLIZDVKLQJVPDOOORDGFRQWDLQLQJKHDY\ and...