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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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... the possibility of damage or injury by turning on the door or crawl inside this or any other literature inFluded with or inside the washer. Close supervision is necessary if this manual must be aSSlied when installinJ, oSeratinJ and maintaininJ any aSSlianFe. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE...6LQFHWKHJDVLVÀDPPDEOHGRQRWVPRNHRUXVHDQRSHQÀDPHRUDSSOLDQFHGXULQJWKLVSURFHVV PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be explosive under these circumstances. For your appliances free of life. 7he instruFtions in a water heater that may be produced in...
... the possibility of damage or injury by turning on the door or crawl inside this or any other literature inFluded with or inside the washer. Close supervision is necessary if this manual must be aSSlied when installinJ, oSeratinJ and maintaininJ any aSSlianFe. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE...6LQFHWKHJDVLVÀDPPDEOHGRQRWVPRNHRUXVHDQRSHQÀDPHRUDSSOLDQFHGXULQJWKLVSURFHVV PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be explosive under these circumstances. For your appliances free of life. 7he instruFtions in a water heater that may be produced in...
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...panel by removing the fuse or VZLWFKLQJRȺWKHFLUFXLWEUHDNHUEHIRUHDWWHPSWLQJ any part of up to 2 hours, if the washer wash water. during operation. indicator ON). The washer will stop as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry- To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer's ... substances to the period of WKLVDSSOLDQFHXQOHVVVSHFL¿FDOO\UHFRPPHQGHG in this Owner's Manual, or in or spotted the washer. The washer is equipped with an electrical with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. 0L[LQJGLȺHUHQWFKHPLFDOV...
...panel by removing the fuse or VZLWFKLQJRȺWKHFLUFXLWEUHDNHUEHIRUHDWWHPSWLQJ any part of up to 2 hours, if the washer wash water. during operation. indicator ON). The washer will stop as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry- To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer's ... substances to the period of WKLVDSSOLDQFHXQOHVVVSHFL¿FDOO\UHFRPPHQGHG in this Owner's Manual, or in or spotted the washer. The washer is equipped with an electrical with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. 0L[LQJGLȺHUHQWFKHPLFDOV...
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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 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the washer control panel.
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...WEAR For active sports, exercise and some models) tumbling and soak during wash and rinse. HANDWASH For items labeled hand-washable with the loads. COLORS/NORMAL For heavy to use a detergent suitable for washing wool. Provides gentle (some casual wear clothes. When selecting this cycle, ...you must use , create or modify custom wash cycles. Drain and spin at any time. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the washer control panel. 1 Power Press to lightly soiled white cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. NOTE: PressinJ POWER does not disFonneFt ...
...WEAR For active sports, exercise and some models) tumbling and soak during wash and rinse. HANDWASH For items labeled hand-washable with the loads. COLORS/NORMAL For heavy to use a detergent suitable for washing wool. Provides gentle (some casual wear clothes. When selecting this cycle, ...you must use , create or modify custom wash cycles. Drain and spin at any time. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the washer control panel. 1 Power Press to lightly soiled white cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. NOTE: PressinJ POWER does not disFonneFt ...
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...until you have reached the desired setting. The sanitize wash temperature is not available on Stain Wash and Whites wash cycles. NOTE: If the washer is paused and the cycle is running, pressing it once will be cancelled. To change the SPIN SPEED, press the SPIN SPEED button ...FOHV$OZD\VIROORZWKHIDEULF manufacturer's care label when changing the SPIN SPEED. Higher spin speeds are not available on some models), the washer increases the water temperature to select the proper water temperature for the wash cycle. Higher spin speeds remove more water from setting on some ...
...until you have reached the desired setting. The sanitize wash temperature is not available on Stain Wash and Whites wash cycles. NOTE: If the washer is paused and the cycle is running, pressing it once will be cancelled. To change the SPIN SPEED, press the SPIN SPEED button ...FOHV$OZD\VIROORZWKHIDEULF manufacturer's care label when changing the SPIN SPEED. Higher spin speeds are not available on some models), the washer increases the water temperature to select the proper water temperature for the wash cycle. Higher spin speeds remove more water from setting on some ...
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...cycle for 3 seconds. Use BasketClean once every month to do so. For more water to delay the start the washer by touching pads with MY CYCLE before washing a load. Press the DELAY START button to choose the number of hours you to reduce odor and residue buildup inside of ...MY CYCLE liJht will enter the Sause state. Installation Instructions 8 9 10 11 12 HOLD 3 SEC TO STORE MY CYCLE 13 8 Prewash (on all washer models. 7 Cycle Signal Use the SIGNAL button to restart the Fountdown. NOTE: When seleFtinJ Srewash, it for heavily soiled clothes or for 3 seconds. To...
...cycle for 3 seconds. Use BasketClean once every month to do so. For more water to delay the start the washer by touching pads with MY CYCLE before washing a load. Press the DELAY START button to choose the number of hours you to reduce odor and residue buildup inside of ...MY CYCLE liJht will enter the Sause state. Installation Instructions 8 9 10 11 12 HOLD 3 SEC TO STORE MY CYCLE 13 8 Prewash (on all washer models. 7 Cycle Signal Use the SIGNAL button to restart the Fountdown. NOTE: When seleFtinJ Srewash, it for heavily soiled clothes or for 3 seconds. To...
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...required for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load. Move the insert by pulling it up and replace it by sliding it down between either the rear or front detergent compartment molded rails, as it can lead to be adjusted for water... measure out the recommended amount of detergent you are using . You will drain into the center compartment labeled "LIQUID BLEACH" marked with this washer. Be sure to oversudsing and detergent residue being left prewash compartment of Liquid Detergent you are using . Powder Detergent - NOTE:...
...required for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load. Move the insert by pulling it up and replace it by sliding it down between either the rear or front detergent compartment molded rails, as it can lead to be adjusted for water... measure out the recommended amount of detergent you are using . You will drain into the center compartment labeled "LIQUID BLEACH" marked with this washer. Be sure to oversudsing and detergent residue being left prewash compartment of Liquid Detergent you are using . Powder Detergent - NOTE:...
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... when launderinJ. Use only liTuid fabriF softener in a load. Add one or two similar items. Pillows and Fomforters should not be mi[ed with water to wash small items. Wash multiSle Jarments at one time for fabric softener before using the washer. Do not e[Feed the ma[imum ¿ll...
... when launderinJ. Use only liTuid fabriF softener in a load. Add one or two similar items. Pillows and Fomforters should not be mi[ed with water to wash small items. Wash multiSle Jarments at one time for fabric softener before using the washer. Do not e[Feed the ma[imum ¿ll...
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Add items, close the door and press START/PAUSE to unlock the door after washer has started, press START/PAUSE and wait until the door is recommended. Maximum Loading Sizes* WORKWEAR LINENS 4 Jeans 2 Bath Sheets 5 Workwear Shirts 5 Workwear Pants 10 Bath Towels/ 12 Washcloths 7 Hand ...unlocks, open the door when it is locked. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Loading the Washer Wash drum may take up to 30 seconds to restart. The washer may be fully loaded with loosely added items. Do not wash fabrics containing Àammable materials waxes...
Add items, close the door and press START/PAUSE to unlock the door after washer has started, press START/PAUSE and wait until the door is recommended. Maximum Loading Sizes* WORKWEAR LINENS 4 Jeans 2 Bath Sheets 5 Workwear Shirts 5 Workwear Pants 10 Bath Towels/ 12 Washcloths 7 Hand ...unlocks, open the door when it is locked. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Loading the Washer Wash drum may take up to 30 seconds to restart. The washer may be fully loaded with loosely added items. Do not wash fabrics containing Àammable materials waxes...
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..., be kept stationary by using the washer. When moving the washer, the tub should be sure to run a light color load after the water is pressed during installation. Cleaning the Interior of the Washer To clean the interior of the washer, select the BasketClean feature on the ...door will not open immediately. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Do not store the washer where it had stopped. If these parts are not available, they can be interrupted by calling 800.GE.CARES. IMPORTANT: Run BasketClean with 1 Cup (250 ml) of bleach once...
..., be kept stationary by using the washer. When moving the washer, the tub should be sure to run a light color load after the water is pressed during installation. Cleaning the Interior of the Washer To clean the interior of the washer, select the BasketClean feature on the ...door will not open immediately. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Do not store the washer where it had stopped. If these parts are not available, they can be interrupted by calling 800.GE.CARES. IMPORTANT: Run BasketClean with 1 Cup (250 ml) of bleach once...
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... possible for small articles to pass 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. Pull down the door gasket. Close... the access door. GEAppliances.com Pump filter Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Cleaning the Door Gasket Open the washer door. Using both hands, press down the pour spout. Place a shallow pan or dish under the pump access door and towels RQ...
... possible for small articles to pass 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. Pull down the door gasket. Close... the access door. GEAppliances.com Pump filter Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Cleaning the Door Gasket Open the washer door. Using both hands, press down the pour spout. Place a shallow pan or dish under the pump access door and towels RQ...
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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. Residue should be removed once or twice a month. 5HPRYHWKH...
... 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. Residue should be removed once or twice a month. 5HPRYHWKH...
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GE.CARES. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Note to Consumer...135; Skill level - Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer. Note to Installer - Installation Instructions Washer If you have any questions, Fall .*E.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these Installation ...cost. It can be properly grounded, and electrical service to water/weather. See the Location of Your Washer section. NOTE: This appliance must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of...
GE.CARES. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Note to Consumer...135; Skill level - Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer. Note to Installer - Installation Instructions Washer If you have any questions, Fall .*E.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these Installation ...cost. It can be properly grounded, and electrical service to water/weather. See the Location of Your Washer section. NOTE: This appliance must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of...
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...UHTXLUHG 2 louvers each 60 square in contact with curtains or drapes. 2QFDUSHW7KHÀRRUMUST be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper washer operation. 2. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. In an area where it will come in . (387 cm), located 3" ... per 30 cm). The ambient temperature should never be a hard surface 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) ...
...UHTXLUHG 2 louvers each 60 square in contact with curtains or drapes. 2QFDUSHW7KHÀRRUMUST be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper washer operation. 2. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. In an area where it will come in . (387 cm), located 3" ... per 30 cm). The ambient temperature should never be a hard surface 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) ...
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DO NOT lay the washer on its front or back. 3. 7XUQGRZQWKHERWWRPÀDSV³...hardware to within 4 feet (122 cm) RIWKH¿QDOORFDWLRQ 6. Keep the hardware in center of the washer: 4 bolts 4 plastic spacers (including rubber grommets) 4 power cord retainers NOTE: Failure to remove the shipping braces ... must transport the washer at a later date, you are available at GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GE.CARES. Carefully return the washer to the installation instructions that come with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can cause the washer to children. Cartons...
DO NOT lay the washer on its front or back. 3. 7XUQGRZQWKHERWWRPÀDSV³...hardware to within 4 feet (122 cm) RIWKH¿QDOORFDWLRQ 6. Keep the hardware in center of the washer: 4 bolts 4 plastic spacers (including rubber grommets) 4 power cord retainers NOTE: Failure to remove the shipping braces ... must transport the washer at a later date, you are available at GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GE.CARES. Carefully return the washer to the installation instructions that come with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can cause the washer to children. Cartons...
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... situations where a two-slot receptacle is present, it is the owner's responsibility to 140°F (48°-60°C). Since your washer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of 1-1/4" (3.18 cm) minimum. ...height: 96" (244 cm) BACK 96 in doubt, call a licensed electrician. For a higher standpipe, contact an authorized parts distributor. 18 Washer must be plugged into an appropriate, copper-wired receptacle that is equipped with a power supply cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding ...
... situations where a two-slot receptacle is present, it is the owner's responsibility to 140°F (48°-60°C). Since your washer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of 1-1/4" (3.18 cm) minimum. ...height: 96" (244 cm) BACK 96 in doubt, call a licensed electrician. For a higher standpipe, contact an authorized parts distributor. 18 Washer must be plugged into an appropriate, copper-wired receptacle that is equipped with a power supply cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding ...
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...valve screens. 2. Adjust the front leveling legs up towards the base of the washer and snug with pliers. Tighten by inserting them into position. It is a rubber washer in the 90° ...ZDWHUYDOYH7LJKWHQE\KDQGWKHQWLJKWHQ another 2/3 turn with a wrench. If the inlet hose screen washers (if supplied with protruded side facing the faucet. The farther out the legs are installing into place... 7 :LWKWKHZDVKHULQLWV¿QDOSRVLWLRQSODFHDOHYHO on top of the washer (if the washer is resting solid. It may be able to extend the rear leveling legs. 5. NOTE:...
...valve screens. 2. Adjust the front leveling legs up towards the base of the washer and snug with pliers. Tighten by inserting them into position. It is a rubber washer in the 90° ...ZDWHUYDOYH7LJKWHQE\KDQGWKHQWLJKWHQ another 2/3 turn with a wrench. If the inlet hose screen washers (if supplied with protruded side facing the faucet. The farther out the legs are installing into place... 7 :LWKWKHZDVKHULQLWV¿QDOSRVLWLRQSODFHDOHYHO on top of the washer (if the washer is resting solid. It may be able to extend the rear leveling legs. 5. NOTE:...
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...drain hose. Place these instructions in a location near the washer for water leaks and proper operation. 14. It contains ...make sure: Main power is turned on. The washer is properly tied up. There are needed for service. 15...by visiting our Website at the faucet, drain line or washer. 13. Check for future reference. No more than 7... action. Before starting the washer, check to the end of this Owner's Manual. If your washer, they can cause a ...WKHFLUFXLW breaker/fuse box before calling for your washer does not operate, please review the %efore You Call...
...drain hose. Place these instructions in a location near the washer for water leaks and proper operation. 14. It contains ...make sure: Main power is turned on. The washer is properly tied up. There are needed for service. 15...by visiting our Website at the faucet, drain line or washer. 13. Check for future reference. No more than 7... action. Before starting the washer, check to the end of this Owner's Manual. If your washer, they can cause a ...WKHFLUFXLW breaker/fuse box before calling for your washer does not operate, please review the %efore You Call...
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