GE GFWR4800FWW User Manual
quick installation guide
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STOP
DO NOT DISCARD. RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE.
WARNING
For your safety
• To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury to persons when using or installing
the product, read and obey all safety information provided in the Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions that accompanied the product.
• Do not install or store appliance in an area where it will be exposed to dripping water or
outside weather conditions. See Location of Your Washer section in the Owner’s Manual
& Installation Instructions.
• NOTE: This appliance must be properly grounded and installed as described in these
steps and the Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions. Electrical service to the
washer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the
national Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
Connect hoses
to washer
3
Run water from both faucets to flush the lines and
remove particles that might clog the water valve screens.
Ensure that a rubber washer is in the end of the hot
and cold hoses.
Connect the inlet hoses to the hot "H" outlet and
cold "C" outlet.
Hand-tighten and then tighten them another
2/3 turn with pliers.
Do not crossthread or over-tighten these connections.
GE recommends inlet hoses that have a 90 degree bend at one end. The
90 degree bend should be installed at the washer as shown above.
Unpack
your washer
1
Parts supplied Parts required Tools needed
Cable tie
Hose
guide
Use and care
manual
Water Hoses (2)
Screen washers (2)
Adjustable wrench
or 1/2" socket with ratchet
Channel-lock
adjustable pliers
Connect hoses
to water supply
4
Ensure that a screen washer is inserted into the faucet
end of both hoses with protruded side facing the
faucet. If a rubber washer is already inserted,
remove before inserting screen washer.
Connect the inlet hose from the "H" outlet
to the hot faucet and the inlet hose from
the "C" outlet to the cold faucet.
Hand-tighten and then tighten them
another 2/3 turn with pliers.
Turn on the water and check for leaks.
Adjustable wrench
or 14 mm and
16 mm wrench
Carpenter’s level
Remove
shipping hardware Video
2
Once the washer is within 4 feet
of its destination, use a 1/2"
wrench or socket to remove
the following from the back side:
• 4 shipping bolts
• 4 plastic spacers
(including rubber grommets)
• 4 power cord retainers
Insert the hole caps in the bolt holes once
the shipping bolts and spacers have been
removed. Save all bolts and spacers for future use.
Recycle or destroy the carton after the washer is unpacked.
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Level
your washer
5
Gently rock the washer into nal location,
ensuring inlet hoses do not become kinked.
Do not use door or dispenser drawer to
lift the washer.
Place level on top.
Loosen nut then adjust the front leveling
legs up or down using a 14 mm or
adjustable wrench.
Level washer both side-to-side
and front-to-back.
Hand tighten nuts toward the base of the washer and
tighten with a 16 mm wrench until a minimum of 3 clicks.
Extend leg Shorten leg
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Install drain hose
and plug
6
Attach U-shaped hose guide
to end of drain hose.
Place hose in laundry tub or
standpipe and secure with cable tie.
If placed in standpipe, the end of
the drain hose should extend only
4 to 7 inches down the pipe.
Plug washer into a grounded
outlet. Do not use an extension
cord or adaptor plug.
Final installation
checklist Test c ycle
7 8
Main power is turned on.
The washer is plugged in.
Faucets are turned on.
Water hoses are connected securely with no leaks at both ends.
Unit is level and all legs are on the floor.
Shipping bolts and spacers are removed and stored for future use.
Drain hose is placed in tub or standpipe and secured with a cable tie.
Run a load of clothes in the SPEED WASH cycle.
Check for leaks.
When the load is spinning at high speed, ensure that the washer
and leveling legs are stable.
If necessary, pause the cycle and adjust the front leveling legs until the washer
is properly level. Restart the cycle in order to allow it to finish.
consumer quick reference guide
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This quick reference guide is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace, modify or change in any manner the
Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions.
getting started
care & cleaning
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To ensure that your washer operates as designed,
please follow the care and cleaning steps detailed below
Great features of this washer
Uses the ideal preprogrammed wash &
rinse settings to tackle ve
common tough stains.
For select cycles, the washer
will add steam early in
the cycle to assist with
loosening stains.
Use to obtain on Extra Rinse
after the primary rinse. On
some models, a third rinse
(Max) can be selected.
On certain cycles, you can
save energy by selecting
the eWash option to adjust
water temperature and spin
times.
For heavily soiled items,
select this extra wash
before the main wash using
prewash detergent in the
dispenser.
For soaking items before
washing. After a brief
tumble, items can soak for
30 minutes to 8 hours per
your selection.
For select cycles, the washer
will tumble dry a small
load for up to 8 hours after
washing so clothes will be
ready to wear.
Power
Use only
detergent
Start/Pause
Load clothes into your washer
➊
and close the door.
Press Power to turn on the
➋
washer.
Turn the Knob to the desired
➌
cycle or use My Cycle to
program or recall your
favorite cycle.
Open the dispenser and add
➍
detergent, bleach and fabric
softener, as desired. This washer
multi-doses the detergent in small
amounts during wash to achieve
the best cleaning.
Press start to begin the wash
➎
cycle. The machine will weigh your
clothes and add the proper amount
of water. When the wash cycle is
finished, the door will unlock.
or
on some models
on some models
truths and myths
For a list of truths and myths about frontload washers, please consult your Owner's Manual under the
section titled Before you call for service...
service
Before you call for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in the Owner’s Manual. If needed, schedule a visit from GE’s
local factory service team for advanced, outstanding service by visiting localgeappliancerepair.com or calling 866.530.7025.
cleaning the pump filter
NOTE: Clean pump lter
every 6 months or sooner if
unit is not draining properly.
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STEP 1: Open the
access door using a
coin or flat screwdriver
in the notch of the
door and pull down
the pour spout.
STEP 2: Place a shallow
pan or dish under the
pump access door and
towels on the floor for
protection. It is normal
for up to a cup of water
to drain from the lter.
STEP 3: Turn pump lter
counterclockwise and
remove the lter slowly
to let the water drain.
STEP 4: Clean the
debris from the lter.
STEP 5: Replace the
lter by pushing in
rmly and turning
clockwise until tight-
ened securely. Flip up
the pour spout and
close the access door.
cleaning the interior of the washer
To clean the interior of the washer,
use the BasketClean feature located
on the control panel using the
following procedure:
STEP 1: Remove any garments or
objects from the washer to ensure
the basket is empty.
STEP 2: Open the washer door
and add tub cleaner or lime scale
remover directly into the washer
basket.
STEP 3: Close the door and select
the BasketClean cycle. Push the
START button.
STEP 4: When the BasketClean
cycle is working, you will see CLn
on the display. The cycle will
complete in about 90 minutes.
Do not interrupt the cycle.
IMPORTANT
• Run BasketClean with tub cleaner once a month.
• After the completion of a BasketClean cycle, the interior of your washer
may have a bleach smell
• It is recommended to run a light-color load after the BasketClean cycle
STEP 5: After the cycle is complete,
leave the door open slightly for
ventilation.
BasketClean may be interrupted
by pressing the START/PAUSE
button in between cycles. When
interrupted, be sure to run a
complete BasketClean cycle
before using the washer.
For more information on the BasketClean feature, refer to your Owner’s
Manual & Installation Instructions.
cleaning the
door gasket
STEP 1: Open the
washer door.
STEP 2: Press down
on the door gasket
and pull down on the
interior gasket with
your fingers.
STEP 3: Remove any foreign objects
trapped inside the interior gasket.
STEP 4: When finished cleaning,
remove your hands and the gasket
will return to operating condition.
NOTE: Make sure nothing is blocking
the holes behind the gasket.
routine maintenance
Genuine GE Parts and Accessories make appliance maintenance easy by providing cleaning products, replacement parts
and accessories that are designed to keep your appliance at peak performance. To order direct visit geapplianceparts.com
or call 800.626.2002.
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