GE G193 Owner's Manual
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Safety Instructions ..........2, 3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
of the Washer ...................... 9
Control Panel ......................4
Control Settings .................4–6
Features ...........................7
Loading and Using
the Washer ........................ 8
Troubleshooting Tips .....10–12
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ................16
Warranty ..........................15
Owner’s Manual
Write the model and serial
number here:
Model #
Washers
Printed in the United States
Serial #
You can find them
under the lid of
the washer.
G193
49-90526 11-14 GE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill you or hurt you and others. All safety
messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words are defined as:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
DO NOT wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-
cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
DO NOT add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These
substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for 2 weeks
or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a
washing machine, turn on all hot-water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release
any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, DO NOT smoke or use an open flame during this time.
DO NOT allow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when this appliance is
used near children. Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door or lid. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in death or injury to persons.
To reduce the risk of death, fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
DO NOT reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving to prevent accidental entanglement.
DO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
DO NOT tamper with controls, repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
Keep the area around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
DO NOT operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts
including a damaged cord or plug.
Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressing the Power button DOES NOT disconnect power.
See “Electrical Requirements” located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.
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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, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com or by calling
800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
Ensure that the hot water hose is connected to the “H”
(internal red screened) valve and the cold water hose is
connected to the “C” (internal blue screened) valve.
Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather,
which could cause permanent damage and invalidate the
warranty.
Properly ground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
To ensure proper installation, run two small load size
Speed Wash cycles BEFORE washing the first load.
This washer does not include water supply hoses.
GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified
parts. A list of factory hoses available for purchase are
listed below. These hoses are manufactured and tested to
meet GE specifications.
GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply
hoses. Hoses degrade over time and need to be replaced
every 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failures and water
damage.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hours a
day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business
hours.
Part Number Accessory
PM14X10002 4 ft Rubber Water Supply Hoses
Or
PM14X10005 4 ft Braided Metal Water Supply Hoses
WHEN NOT IN USE
Turn off water faucets to minimize leakage if a break or
rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses;
GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years.
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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• Add detergent. GE recommends
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detergents in your energy
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Controls
Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob
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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.
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
eWash Use eWash to save energy on specific wash cycles. eWash cannot be used on %DVNHW&OHDQ,
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Cold Care* Cycle changes to the most energy efficient settings.
Whites
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Colors* or For heavy to lightly soiled cottons and household linens, blends or items that are labeled for cold wash. This
Normal/Light Colors*
'DUN Colors* For non-colorfast dark cottons and blends. Provides gentle wash with periods of soak and wash followed by a high
speed spin.
Perm. Press* For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits. Provides gentle wash with periods of soak and low
speed spin.
Delicates
Jeans*
jeans, use Whites/Heavy cycle.)
Hand Wash For items labeled hand washable with light soils. Provides a super gentle wash and an extra low speed spin.
Towels/Sheets Provides periods of agitation and soak tailored for washing towels and sheets. Provides regular wash and high
speed spin.
Heavy Duty An above normal cycle for heavily soiled or stained clothes. A soak cycle is added and the agitate cycle is
extended for extra cleaning. This more aggressive cycle should be used sparingly.
Speed Wash
%DVNHW&OHDQ Use for cleaning the basket of residue and odor. Recommended use of once per month. NOTE: Never load
laundry
Cleaning section.
4XLFN5LQVH Rinses and spins non-soiled items where a rinse only is desired. Provides a high speed spin.
Drain & Spin For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. Provides a high speed spin.
* On some models
For heavy to lightly soiled work and play clothes.
cycle provides a regular wash for normal everyday items.
For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provides
For washing medium to lightly soiled jeans.
For small loads of lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Provides regular wash and high speed spin.
while using %DVNHW&OHDQ. The laundry may become damaged or contaminated. See the Care and
This cycle provides the best overall cleaning. Provides a high speed
Provides
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extra gentle wash and
and high speed spin. (
low speed spin.
For heavily soiled work
Options
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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.
Extra Rinse
When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, use the Extra Rinse option to better remove additional residues.
Fabric Softener/Deep Rinse
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer or to select the enhanced Deep Rinse.
NOTE: Do not use fabric softener dispensing balls with this washer. They do not work correctly in high efficiency washers.
Delay Wash
On some models, as the Delay Wash pad is repeatedly pressed, the delay time sets to 30 minutes, 1 hour, 3 hours, 6 hours, 9 hours, and
back to clear (0 minutes).
On other models, as the Delay Wash pad is repeatedly pressed, the delay time sets to 2 hours, 4 hours, 8 hours, and back to clear (0 hours).
For all models, if the Delay Wash pad is pressed for 3 seconds, it clears (regardless of the delay time).
Signal
Use the Signal pad to change the volume of the end of cycle signal. Press the pad until you reach the desired volume or off.
Settings Individual settings for agitation (Soil), water temperature (Temp), and spin (Spin) can be set from the minimum (lowest in
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column) to maximum (highest in column). In general, the higher up the column, the more energy will be used.
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Controls (Cont.)
Load Size
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– For convenience, best performance and optimal efficiency, select PreciseFill. This selection automatically provides the correct amount of water suited to
the size and type of load placed in the unit. NOTE:
– If you prefer to manually select the water level, depress the Load Size button to highlight the desired selection. While PreciseFill is best for most loads
and general washing, you may want to manually select the load size for specialty items such as bulky, lightweight comforters or pillows, where you
want to ensure a larger water level is applied. Manual load size selections should be made for wet items placed in the washer, such as soaked towels or
garments.
– Some models are equipped with a “Deep Fill” setting. This is ideal for washing bulky items or when a maximum water level is desired.
Power Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into idle mode.
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NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Start Press Start to begin the cycle. NOTE: The lid must be closed for the washer to fill and the cycle to start. Pressing Start again will
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Pause the cycle and the Cycle indicator light will blink.
To continue the cycle, press Start again or close the lid. If machine is paused more than 24 hours, the cycle will be cancelled. To stop the
cycle, hold the pad for 3 seconds. If water remains in the machine, select the Drain & Spin cycle to drain tub and spin water out of the
washer tub.
Raising the lid will stop agitation or spin action but does not pause the cycle.
eWash (on some models) - When the eWash pad is pressed, the cycle changes to its most energy efficient settings. The eMonitor
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lights will now illuminate to indicate the relative efficiency of the modified cycle.
Display (on some models) - The display shows the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle.
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NOTE: The cycle time is affected by how long it takes the washer to fill. This depends on the water pressure in your home. The “smart” timer
“learns” the amount of time it takes to fill your washer and adjusts the total time accordingly.
In addition, this display will, “scroll” the washer status:
• bALANCING Start of rebalancing cycle to redistribute clothes. Stops after rebalancing is complete.
• dELAY When Delayed Wash is initiated. Replaced with estimated time when cycle starts.
• End End of current cycle.
• FILL For the first 45 seconds of a fill, the estimated end of cycle time is displayed. For the rest of the fill time, “FILL” is scrolled
until the fill completes.
• LID Cycle stopped because lid is open. Close the lid.
• PAUSE Cycle paused because the Start/Pause pad was pressed and the washer was set to Pause. Press Start pad again to
restart the cycle.
Indicator lights Five LED lights indicate the current washer status moving from left to right as the cycle progresses.
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The washer will not fill with water when PreciseFill is selected if the lid is opened.
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About washer features.
The Fabric Softener Dispenser
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 or raise the lid 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
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agitator.
Use only liquid diluted fabric softener. Pour
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into dispenser, using amount recommended
Do not pour anything into the
agitator if the agitator cap or
dispenser is removed.
on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes.
It may stain them.
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Add water to dispenser until it reaches the
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maximum fill line.
Select Fabric Softener or Deep Rinse to
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activate the cycle.
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Deep
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Select when using
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Delicates
Jeans
Hand Wash
Towels / Sheets
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Separate for cleaning
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.
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Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the
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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
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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 buildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiff brush; you
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may roughen the surface of the dispenser.
Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.
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Liquid Bleach Funnel
The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
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Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
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Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel. Avoid
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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.
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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).
WARNING
Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable liquids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
- Fire Hazard
Proper Use of Detergent
Add detergent and fabric softener before adding items
so that the detergent can work effectively. Using too
little or too much detergent is a common cause of
laundry problems.
Use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load
or a lightly soiled load.
For spots, apply pre-treatment to items as recommended
on the product label. Application should be made in
the basket to prevent overspray which may cause the
coloring on the lid or graphics to fade.
GE recommends the use of High Efficiency
detergents in your energy efficient washer.
HE detergents are formulated to work with low water
wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce the
oversudsing problems commonly associated with
regular detergents.
When using high efficiency or concentrated detergents,
consult the product label to determine amount required
for optimum performance. Excessive detergent will
negatively impact wash performance.
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely in the washer basket. For best
results, load items evenly and loosely around the
outside of the basket. To add items after washer has
started, lift the lid and submerge additional items
around the outside of the basket.
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Do not place large items across the infusor. Load
them around the outside of the basket.
Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid up.
Care and cleaning of the washer.
Cleaning the Interior of the Washer
To clean the interior of the washer, select the
%DVNHW&OHDQ feature on the control panel. This
%DVNHW&OHDQ cycle should be performed, at a
minimum, once per month. This cycle will use
more water, in addition to bleach, to control
the rate at which soils and detergents may
accumulate in your washer.
NOTE: Read the instructions below completely
before starting the %DVNHW&OHDQcycle.
1. Remove any garments or objects from the
washer and ensure the washer basket is
empty.
Pour into the
washer basket
2. Open the washer lid and pour one cup or 250
ml of liquid bleach or other washing machine
cleaner into the basket.
3. Close the lid and select the %DVNHW&OHDQ
cycle. Push the Start button.
4. When the %DVNHW&OHDQ 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.
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%DVNHW&OHDQ may be interrupted by pressing the
Start pad in between cycles. A power outage in
the house might also interrupt the cycle. When
the power supply is back, the %DVNHW&OHDQ cycle
resumes where it had stopped. When interrupted,
be sure to run a complete %DVNHW&OHDQ cycle
before using the washer. If the Power pad is
pressed during %DVNHW&OHDQ, the cycle will be
lost.
IMPORTANT:
Run %DVNHW&OHDQ with 1 Cup (250 ml) of
bleach once a month.
After the completion of a %DVNHW&OHDQ cycle,
the interior of your washer may have a bleach
smell.
It is recommended to run a light color load
after the %DVNHW&OHDQ cycle.
Exterior
Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with
damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp
objects.
Fill Hoses
GE recommends changing the hoses every
5 years.
Long Vacations
Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets.
Drain all water from hoses if weather will
be below freezing.
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. For more
information, visit GEAppliances.com or
call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Do not
store the washer where it will be exposed
to weather.
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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.
WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Water level seems low This is normal • Water may not cover the top level of the clothes.
This is normal for this high-efficiency washer.
Water fills and drains Drain stand pipe is too low • The drain stand pipe must be above 30”.
at the same time
Too many suds Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have
soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Soft water • Try less detergent.
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in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed. Make sure end of drain hose
is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose is loose • Make sure drain hose is fully seated in back of washer and
that the two retaining screws are fully seated.
Drain hose rubs on wall • Make sure drain hose does not make contact with the wall.
May cause excessive wear on the hose.
Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after
to the fill hoses at the each use.
every 5 years.
Water temperature Cooler water temperatures • New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash
efficiency performance.
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the water connection
stopped up hoses from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or
toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect
the hoses and turn the water back on.
Cool/Cold water when • This is normal. PerfecTemp senses water temperature and
selecting Hot optimizes for best results. Cold water is added periodically
when hot is selected.
House water heater is • Make sure house water heater is delivering water at
not set properly 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cycle was put in • Reset cycle.
cycle is complete pause for over 24 hours
Water won’t drain Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.
improperly connected • Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m) above floor.
Washer pauses during The $XWR6RDN Option • This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and
wash cycle was chosen soak during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with
less wear.
Washer pauses during This is normal • The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
spin cycle soapy water more efficiently.
water source
• Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced
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