Washers GE Appliances Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions WNCD2050 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Loading and Using the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8 Washer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .9–12 Customer Service Product Registration . . . . .2, 13, 14 Service Telephone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . .2, Back Cover Warranty . . . . .
Safety Instructions A Service Partnership. IMPORTANT! Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card. Two easy ways to register your appliance! ■ Through the internet at www.geappliances.com ■ Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: Operating Instructions # # You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of your washer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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.
Safety Instructions About the control panel. Your new washer offers the convenience of starting your wash loads by simply choosing a CLOTHES CARE SELECTION. Then all you have to do is press START.
About the control settings. Safety Instructions 1 CLOTHES CARE SELECTION For heavily to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. For heavily to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. For non-colorfast cottons and blends, and items that are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer. For knits, wrinkle-free and permanent press items. Operating Instructions For lingerie and items labeled delicate with light soils.
Safety Instructions About washer features. Liquid Bleach Dispenser The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load. 1 Check clothing care labels for special instructions. 2 Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle. ■ Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket. ■ Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser.
Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. 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.
Safety Instructions Loading and using the washer. 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… Safety Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do Clothes too wet Incorrect spin speed selected • Make sure the spin cycle selected matches the load you are washing. Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water.
Troubleshooting Tips PERFORMANCE (cont.) Snags, holes, tears, rips or excessive wear Wrinkling Possible Causes What To Do Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers, and sharp objects left in pockets • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons, and zippers. Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check bleach package instructions for proper amount. • Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach.
Too many suds Water leaks What To Do Type of detergent • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package. Very soft water • Try less detergent. Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have soft water, a smaller load, or a lightly soiled load. Fill hoses or drain hose is improperly connected • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and at washer.
Troubleshooting Tips WATER (cont.) Washer did not fill to chosen level (START/PAUSE lights are flashing) Water fills and drains at the same time NOISE Washer is noisy OTHER Labels on the exterior of the washer will not peel off cleanly Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service… 12 Possible Causes What To Do Extremely low water pressure • Press the START button again. Inlet hoses are kinked • Straighten hoses.
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: 1 2 3 Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification. After mailing the registration below, store this document in a safe place.
GE Washer Warranty WNCD2050 For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part. Safety Instructions All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, in the United States, call 1-800-GE-CARES.
Safety Instructions Service Telephone Numbers. GE Answer Center® In the U.S.: 800-626-2000 The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B., E1C 9M3. OR Visit our Website at www.geappliances.com In-Home Repair Service In the U.S.: 800-432-2737 Operating Instructions Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. In Canada, call 1-800-361-3400. Special Needs Service In the U.S.
