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Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.
About the washer control panel. GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions • Add detergent • Add diluted fabric softener (on models with a fabric softener dispenser) • Add clothes • Select load size and other wash options • Select wash cycle • Close lid • Push START Operating Instructions Quick Start Guide NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the washer control panel.
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Safety Instructions About the washer control settings. Color Logic Select the correct TEMPERATURE setting. Match the particular color below the words with the same color on the WASH/SPIN SPEED setting. Next, match the color again with the same color on the Cycle Selector knob. Operating Instructions Example: Washing a load of medium soiled cotton towels and sheets. 1 2 Choose the LOAD SIZE. 3 Choose the WASH/SPIN SPEED setting that matches that color—for this load it would be the NORMAL FAST.
GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the Cycle Selector knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection. Press START to begin the new cycle selection. REMEMBER: When choosing the cycle, the Cycle Selector knob can be pointed anywhere within the shaded range for the cycle setting.
Safety Instructions About washer features. Auto Soak (on some models) This option provides the flexibility to add a short agitation and a soaking period to the beginning of any selected wash cycle. 2nd Rinse Option (on some models) When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the 2nd Rinse option. It provides a second deep cold rinse.
GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model) The agitator cap fits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on. water to dispenser until it 3 Add reaches the maximum fill line. The fabric softener dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.
Safety Instructions Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. 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). Proper Use of Detergent Operating Instructions Add detergent and start the washer before adding clothes so that the detergent can work effectively.
GEAppliances.com Wash Basket: Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the basket use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.) Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. See the Installation Instructions packed with product for information on how to reinstall the shipping rod to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. PERFECTEMP/AUTOTEMP Possible Causes PerfecTemp or AutoTemp wash temperature is incorrect The washer is in a cold rinse cycle • This normal.
GEAppliances.com What To Do Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set properly • Check controls. Lid is open – safety feature prevents agitation and spinning when lid is up • Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary. Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or reset breaker.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do Pilling Result of normal wear on poly-cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out.
GE Washer Warranty. For The Period Of: Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. We Will Replace: Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part.
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