Quick Reference Guide
r Water Hoses with
90° elbows (2)
r Rubber washers (2)
and strainer screens
(2)
TOOLS NEEDED
r Adjustable
wrench
r Channel-lock
pliers
r Phillips
Screwdriver
r Level
PARTS SUPPLIED
r Cable tie
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Hose
guide
1 Unpack your washer
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4 Shipping bolt
covers
Once the washer is within
4 feet of its destination, use
a 1/2” wrench or socket to
remove the following from
the back side:
• 4 shipping bolts
• 4 plastic spacers (including
power cord retainers and
rubber grommets)
• 1 bracket
Insert the hole caps in the bolt holes
once the shipping bolts and spacers
have been removed. Save all shipping
support hardware for future use.
Recycle or destroy the carton
after the washer is unpacked.
2 Remove shipping hardware
PARTS REQUIRED
(Sold separately or
included with the
GFW510 model)
GE Appliances recommends inlet hoses that have a 90° bend at one end.
The 90° bend should be installed at the washer as shown above.
• Run water from both faucets
particles that might clog the water
valve screens.
• Ensure that a rubber washer is
in the end of the hot and cold
hoses.
• Connect the inlet hoses to the hot
“H” outlet and cold “C” outlet.
• Hand-tighten and then tighten
them another 2/3 turn with pliers.
Do not crossthread or over-tighten
these connections.
3 Connect hoses to washer
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• Ensure that a screen washer is
inserted into the faucet end of
both hoses with protruded side
facing the faucet. If a rubber
washer is already inserted,
remove before inserting screen
washer.
• Connect the inlet hose from
the “H” outlet to the hot faucet
and the inlet hose from the “C”
outlet to the cold faucet.
• Hand-tighten and then tighten
them another 2/3 turn with
pliers.
• Turn on the water and check
for leaks.
4 Connect hoses to water supply
• Gently rock the washer into
hoses do not become kinked.
• Do not use door or dispenser
drawer to lift the washer.
• Place level on top.
• Adjust the front leveling legs up
or down to ensure the washer
is resting solidly.
• Turn the lock nuts on each
leg up toward the base of
the washer and snug with a
wrench.
• Level washer both side-to-side
and front-to-back.
5 Level your washer
• Attach U-shaped hose guide to
end of drain hose.
• Place hose in laundry tub or
standpipe and secure with cable
tie.
• If placed in standpipe, the end
of the drain hose should extend
only 4 to 7 inches down the pipe.
6 Install drain hose and plug
• Plug washer into
a grounded outlet.
Do not use an
extension cord or
adaptor plug.
7 Optional: Reverse the washer door 8 Final installation checklist
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DO NOT DISCARD.
KEEP FOR FUTURE USE.
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WARNING
For your safety
persons when using or installing the product, read and obey
all safety information provided in the Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions that accompanied the product.
• Do not install or store appliance in an area where it will be
exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. See
Location of Your Washer section in the Owner’s Manual
& Installation Instructions.
• NOTE: This appliance must be properly grounded and installed
as described in these steps and the Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions. Electrical service to the washer
must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest
edition of the national Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
r Lock Bar (For
Reversing the
Door Swing)
Remove
Install
Video
Leveling
Leg
Level
Cable
Tie
• If you desire to reverse the door,
perform step 7 now.
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Main power is turned on. The washer is plugged in.
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Faucets are turned on. Water hoses are connected securely
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Shipping bolts and spacers are removed and stored for future
use.
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Drain hose is placed in tub or standpipe and secured with a
cable tie.
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Run a load of clothes using the Quick Wash cycle. Check for
leaks.
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When the load is spinning at high speed, ensure that the
washer and leveling legs are stable.
• While supporting the open door,
remove the screws from the hinge.
• Remove the door hinge and cover.
• Remove the door striker assembly,
reverse the striker and replace the
assembly on the opposite side.
• Replace the door hinge and cover
on the opposite side.
• Remove the terminal holder and
disconnect the pin connector.
• Remove lock assembly and install
on opposite side.
• Reconnect pin connector and
replace the holder.
• Replace the door assembly.
This quick reference guide is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace, modify or change in any manner the Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions.
Getting started
Try these washer features
(not available on all models)
UltraFresh Vent™
Works to eliminate
excess moisture to
help prevent odors
so your washer stays
fresh and clean.
OdorBlock™
Microban
®
technology
delivers antimicrobial
durable protection
that lives on load
after load.
SmartDispense™
The dispenser holds
up to 32 loads and
automatically
dispenses the right
amount every time.
1 Step Wash + Dry
Wash and dry
a small load to
eliminate the need
to transfer clothes to
the dryer.
Time Saver
Delivers a thorough
clean for any size
and type of load in
only 35 minutes.
WiFi
Monitor and control
your laundry from
anywhere and receive
real-time updates
dBT™
Onboard sensing
enables real-time
balancing during
spin to save time
and reduce noise.
Troubleshooting Tips...Before you call for service
Before you call for service, see the Troubleshooting Tips section in your
OWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Service
If needed, schedule a visit from GE Appliances local factory service for advanced
service by visiting localgeappliancerepair.com or calling 866.530.7025.
Care & Cleaning
Cleaning the pump lter
Cleaning the door gasket
To clean the interior of the
washer, use the SELF CLEAN
cycle using the following
procedure:
Step 1: Remove any garments
or objects from the washer to
ensure the basket is empty.
Step 2: Open the door
and add one cup (250 ml)
of bleach directly into the
washer basket.
Step 3: Close the door and
select the SELF CLEAN
cycle. Press the Start pad.
Step 4: When the SELF
CLEAN cycle is working,
the display will show the
estimated cycle time
remaining. The cycle will
complete in about 90 minutes.
Do not interrupt the cycle.
Step 5: After the cycle is
complete (on some models),
the washer will automatically
start an UltraFresh Vent
operation so that the door
can remain closed until the
next time the washer is used.
SELF CLEAN may be
interrupted by pressing
Start/Pause. When
interrupted, be sure to
run a complete SELF
CLEAN cycle before
using the washer again.
For more information,
please refer to your
OWNER’S MANUAL.
STEP 1: Open the washer
door.
STEP 2: Press down on the
door gasket and pull down
on the interior gasket with
your fingers.
STEP 3: Remove any
foreign objects trapped
inside the interior gasket.
STEP 4: When you are
finished cleaning the door
gasket, release it and the
gasket will return to the
operating position.
NOTE: Make sure nothing
is blocking holes behind
gasket.
NOTE: Clean pump
lter every 6 months
or sooner if unit is
not draining properly.
Cleaning the interior of the washer
Routine maintenance
Genuine GE Appliances Parts and Accessories make appliance maintenance easy by providing
cleaning products, replacement parts and accessories that are designed to keep your appliance
at peak performance. To order direct visit GEApplianceparts.com or call 877.959.8688.
IMPORTANT
• Run SELF CLEAN with tub cleaner once a month.
• After the completion of a SELF CLEAN cycle, the interior
of your washer may have a bleach smell.
• It is recommended to run a RINSE & SPIN or a light
color load after the SELF CLEAN cycle.
Step 1
Load clothes into
your washer and
close the door.
Step 1: Open
the access door
screwdriver in the
notch of the door
and pull down the
pour spout.
Step 2: Place a
shallow pan or dish
under the pump
access door and
for protection. It is
normal for up to a
cup of water to drain
Step 3: Turn
counterclockwise
slowly to let the water
drain.
Step 4: Clean the
Step 5: Replace the
clockwise until
tightened securely. Flip
up the pour spout and
close the access door.
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Step 2
Turn the knob
to wake up the
display and select
your desired cycle.
Step 3
Open the dispenser
to add detergent,
or on models with
SmartDispense™
select the
SmartDispense
setting as desired.
Step 4
Press Start to begin
the wash cycle.
When nished, the
door will unlock.
Step 5
For washers equipped
with the UltraFresh
Vent™, select this
option to eliminate
excess moisture when
you’re done with laundry
for awhile. Otherwise,
leave your washer door
slightly ajar.
OR
SmartDispense
Use only HE
High-Efficiency
detergent
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