GE 51451, 56121, 56220, 57131, 58221 Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions
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Models
51451
56121
56220
57131
58221
58231
58241
58251
59331
59341
Part No. 175D1807P284 Pub. No. 49-90017
Printed in Louisville, KY 7-99 JR
WASHER OWNER’S MANUAL
WASHER OWNER’S MANUAL
Congratulations!
You Are Now Part of the Beaumark Family.
Welcome to the Beaumark family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are
committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s
Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your washer. That’s
important, because your new washer will be part of your family for many years. And
we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.
We thank you for buying Beaumark. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you
will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.
A Service Partnership.
Safety Information
. . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Instructions
Control Panels and Settings . . . . . . . . .4–7
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Loading and Using the Washer . . . . . .9, 10
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service
. . . . . . . .11–13
Customer Service
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
#
#
You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of
your washer.
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain
your washer properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can
save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your washer.
READ THIS MANUAL
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the
Before You
Call For Service
section. If you review our chart of
Troubleshooting Tips
first, you may not need to call for service at all.
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a
phone call away. For service on your Beaumark washer, please
call 1-800-361-3400.
IMPORTANT!
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips
■Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.
■Properly ground washer to conform with all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation
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.
If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on
all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance
which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape.
Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.
PROPER INSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you
did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling Beaumark service number 1-800-361-3400.
Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
■Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used
by or near children. Do not allow children to play on,
with, or inside this or any other appliance.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
■Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait
until the machine has completely stopped before
opening the lid.
■Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing
different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which
may cause death.
■Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or
explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline,
degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which
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.
■
The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy
of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the
garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions.
■To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug
this appliance from the power supply or disconnect
the washer at the household distribution panel by
removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE:
Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off
position does
NOT
disconnect the appliance from
the power supply.
■Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing
or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
■Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses
and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or
rupture should occur. Check the condition of the
fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.
■Before discarding a washer, or removing it from
service, remove the washer lid to prevent children
from hiding inside.
■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this
appliance unless specifically recommended in this
Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills
to carry out.
■Do not tamper with controls.
WHEN NOT IN USE
Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
Model 57131
Find your washer control panel.
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
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Model 56121
1
3
4
1
3
4
Models 58231, 58241 and 58251
1
2 3
4
Minimum
Small
Petite
LOAD
CHARGE
Medium
Medium
LOAD
CHARGE
Large
Extra
Large
Super
TEMPERATURE
Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage
Warm - Cold
Cold - Cold
Froide - Froide
Tiéde - Froide
TEMPERATURE
Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage
Warm - Cold
Cold - Cold
Froide - Froide
Tiéde - Froide
Hot - Cold
Chaude - Froide
Hot - Cold
Chaude - Froide
LIGHT SOIL
LÉGER
SOAK
TREMPAGE
NORMAL
EXTRA
PERMA PRESS
KNITS/TRICOTS
DELICATES
DÉLICAT
PERMA PRESS
KNITS/TRICOTS
DELICATES
DÉLICAT
SPEED/VITESSE
Wash - Spin / Lavage - Essorage
Del - Del
Dél - Dél
Small
Petite
LOAD
CHARGE
Large
Super
Norm. - Norm.
Norm. - Norm.
TEMPERATURE
Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage
Warm - Cold
Cold - Cold
Froide - Froide
Tiéde - Froide
Hot - Cold
Chaude - Froide
LIGHT SOIL
LÉGER
TREMPAGE
LIGHT SOIL
LÉGER
NORMAL
NORMAL
SOAK
EXTRA
SUPER
EXTRA
PERMA PRESS
KNITS
TRICOTS
DELICATES
DÉLICAT
Load Size
The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than
the top row of holes in the washer tub.
Wash/Spin Speed
The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release water from the
load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.
With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With Gentle wash
speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.
The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. Clothes
will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.
Temperature
Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or
instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.
Wash Cycle
The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle
setting with your clothing.
REGULAR COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
PERMA PRESS For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.
KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.
DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.
SOAK For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing. Once the soak and spin cycle is complete
reset the control to a wash setting.
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3
2
1
Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
About the control settings.
NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models.
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Model 56220
Find your washer control panel.
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips
You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
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Model 51451
1
3
4
1
2
3
4
Model 58221
1
2
3
4
Large
Medium
Medium
Minimum
LOAD
CHARGE
Super
Small
Petite
LOAD
CHARGE
Medium
Medium
Reset
TEMPERATURE
Wash–Rinse / Lavage–Rinçage
Warm - Cold
Tiéde - Froide
Cold - Cold
Froide - Froide
SPEED/VITESSE
Wash - Spin / Lavage - Essorage
Extra
Del - Del
Large
Dél - Dél
Hot - Cold
Chaude - Froide
Warm - Warm
Tiéde - Tiéde
Norm. - Norm.
Norm. - Norm.
EXTRA
RINSE / RINÇAGE
Off
Arret
Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage
Cold - Cold
Froide - Froide
Set
Marche
TEMPERATURE
Warm - Cold
Tiéde - Froide
SIGNAL
Off
Arret
Hot -
Chaude -
Variable
Med
Cold
Froide
Loud
Fort
LIGHT SOIL
LÉGER
NORMAL
EXTRA
RINSE/RINÇAGE
LIGHT SOIL
LÉGER
NORMAL
EXTRA
SUPER
PRE-LAVAGE
EXTRA
SUPER
EWASH
PR
PERMA PRESS
PERMA PRESS
KNITS/TRICOTS
30 MIN. AUTO
SOAK/TREMPAGE
DELICATES
DÉLICAT
EXTRA
RINSE/
RINÇAGE
DELICATES
DÉLICAT
LOAD
CHARGE
Medium
Medium
Mininum
SPEED/VITESSE
Wash - Spin / Lavage - Essorage
Del - Del
Extra
Dél - Dél
Large
Norm. - Norm.
Norm. - Norm.
TEMPERATURE
Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage
Warm - Cold
Cold - Cold
Froide - Froide
Tiéde - Froide
Hot - Cold
Chaude - Froide
EXTRA
RINSE / RINÇAGE
Off
Arret
Set
Marche
EXTRA
RINSE/RINÇAGE
LIGHT SOIL
LÉGER
NORMAL
EXTRA
SUPER
PERMA PRESS
30 MIN. AUTO
SOAK/TREMPAGE
DELICATES
DÉLICAT
Load Size
The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than
the top row of holes in the washer tub.
Wash/Spin Speed
The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release water from the
load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.
With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With Gentle wash
speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.
The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. Clothes
will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.
Temperature
Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or
instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.
Wash Cycle
The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle
setting with your clothing.
REGULAR COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
PERMA PRESS For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.
KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.
DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.
PREWASH For heavily soiled clothes or for clothes with a care label that recommends prewashing before wearing.
SOAK For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing. Once the soak and spin cycle is complete
reset the control to a wash setting.
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3
2
1
Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
Models 59331 and 59341
1
2
3
4
About the control settings.
NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models.
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SPEED/VITESSE
Wash–Spin / Lavage–Essorage
Normal - Del
Normale - Dél
Del - Del
Dél - Dél
Norm. - Norm.
Norm. - Norm.
Warm - Cold
Tiéde - Froide
Cold - Cold
Froide - Froide
Large
Medium
Medium
LOAD
CHARGE
Super
Small
Petite
Reset
TEMPERATURE
Wash–Rinse / Lavage–Rinçage
Hot - Cold
Chaude - Froide
Warm - Warm
Tiéde - Tiéde
EXTRA
RINSE / RINÇAGE
Off
Arret
Set
Marche
EXTRA
RINSE/RINÇAGE
LIGHT SOIL
LÉGER
NORMAL
EXTRA
SUPER
PERMA PRESS
30 MIN. AUTO
SOAK/TREMPAGE
KNITS
TRICOTS
DELICATES
DÉLICAT
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips
About washer features.
NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models.
Liquid Bleach Dispenser (on some models)
The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load.
Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
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.
Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach
dispenser. Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered
bleach, add it into the wash basket with your detergent.
■
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can
produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
3
2
1
8
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.
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.
To use, follow these steps:
Make sure dispenser is securely attached
to agitator.
Use only liquid fabric softener. Pour
into dispenser, using amount
recommended on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly on
clothes. It may stain them.
Add water to dispenser until it reaches
the maximum fill line.
3
2
1
Extra Rinse (on some models) Signal (on some models)
When you use extra detergent or bleach to
clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to
use the Extra Rinse option. This option
provides a second deep cold rinse in the
COTTONS
cycle. Turn the Extra Rinse knob
to
SET.
The washer will pause for a few minutes before
the Extra Rinse option begins.
If the SIGNAL option is selected,
a signal will
sound just before the end of the cycle. This
reminds you to remove the clothes to avoid
excess wrinkling before drying. If you
selected
EXTRA RINSE
the signal will sound
at the end of the cycle and at the end of the
EXTRA RINSE.
Off
Arret
EXTRA
RINSE / RINÇAGE
Set
Marche
Off
Arret
Med
SIGNAL
Variable
Loud
Fort
Do not pour anything into the agitator if
the agitator cap or dispenser is removed.
Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
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Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.
Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on
the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover.
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
If necessary, loosen build-up with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiff
brush; you may roughen the surface of the dispenser.
Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.
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4
3
2
1
Separate for cleaning.
Sorting Wash Loads
Proper Use of Detergent
Add detergent and start the washer before adding
clothes so that the detergent can work effectively.
Using too little or too much detergent is a common
cause of laundry problems.
You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a
smaller load, or a lightly soiled load.
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top
row of holes in the washer tub. When loading wet
items make sure you set the load/water level high
enough to allow the items to move freely. Water
level should just cover the clothes. To add items
after washer has started, push in Cycle Dial and
submerge additional items next to the agitator.
Close the lid and pull Cycle Dial out to restart.
■
Do not wrap large items like sheets around the
agitator.
■
Do not wash fabrics containing flammable
materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
■
Agitation will not start with the lid up.
Colors
Whites
Lights
Darks
Soil
Heavy
Normal
Light
Fabric
Delicates
Easy Care
Sturdy Cottons
Lint
Lint Producers
Lint Collectors
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