Washers ge.com Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3 Owner’s Manual GHDRE526 GHDSE524 WHDRE526 WHSE5240 WHRE5260 WSERE526 WZRE5260 Operating Instructions Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5 Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8 Loading and Using the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .11–13 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . . . . .Back Cover Warranty .
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.
ge.com Safety Instructions WHEN USING THE WASHER ■ Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid. solvents, kerosene, etc.) These substances give off vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation.
About the control panel. • Add detergent • Add clothes • Add diluted fabric softener (on models with a fabric softener dispenser) • Select load size and other wash options • Select wash cycle Quick Start Guide • Close lid • Press START NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting.
ge.com Model GHDSE524 —WASH TIME/TEMPS DE LAVAGE— FILL SOAK 12 MIN 9 MIN 6 MIN REMPLISSAGE TREMPAGE 15 MIN LOAD/CHARGE Super Capacity/Capacité Plus SUPER RE.
Safety Instructions About the control settings. Color Logic Select the correct TEMPERATURE setting. Match the particular color below the words with the same color on the Cycle Selector knob. Example: Washing a load of medium soiled cotton towels and sheets. 1 2 Choose the TEMPERATURE setting—for this load it would be the HOT wash temperature (which is a particular color).
About washer features. ge.com Safety Instructions Autosoak Option (on some models) This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically. On some models, this option is located on the Cycle Selector knob. 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.
Safety Instructions About washer features. Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models) 1 2 Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator. 3 To clean the dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution: ■ 1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water ■ 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy-duty liquid detergent ■ 1 cup (240 ml) bleach 4 If necessary, loosen buildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking.
Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. ge.com Safety Instructions 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 You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Loading and using the washer. Safety Instructions Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Care and Cleaning of the Washer 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.
Before you call for service… ge.com Safety Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit ge.com. You may not need to call for service. PerfecTemp wash temperature is incorrect The washer is in a cold rinse cycle • This normal. The PerfecTemp feature is designed not to activate during a cold rinse cycle to improve the energy efficiency of your washer.
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service… OPERATION Possible Causes 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.
Before you call for service… ge.com Safety Instructions Troubleshooting Tips 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. Snags, holes, tears, rips or excessive wear Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers and sharp objects left in pockets • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Notes.
GE Washer Warranty. For The Period Of: One Year From the date of the original purchase 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 limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part. ■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use ■ ■ ■ the product.
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