GE WZRE5260, GHDRE526, GHDSE524, WHDRE526 User Manual

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GHDRE526 GHDSE524

WHDRE526

WHSE5240

WHRE5260

WSERE526 WZRE5260

Owner’s Manual

Washers

175D1807P521 49-90253 11-05 JR

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ______________

Serial # ______________

You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of your washer.

As an ENERGY STAR®partner, GE has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR

guidelines for energy efficiency.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting Tips

■ 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.

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 visiting ge.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

■ 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.

Consumer Support

Troubleshooting TipsOperating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

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WHEN USING THE WASHER

■ 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.) 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.

■ 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 building’s 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 or pressing PAUSE 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 NOT IN USE

■ 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 should be replaced every 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 userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

■ Do not tamper with controls.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Add detergent

• Add diluted fabric softener (on models with a fabric softener dispenser)

• Add clothes

• Select load size and other wash options

• Select wash cycle

• Close lid

• Press START

NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting.

Quick Start Guide

About the control panel.

Model WHSE5240

Models WHRE5260 and WHDRE526

Model WZRE5260

Model WSERE526

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Model GHDSE524

Model GHDRE526

LOAD/CHARGE

Super Capacity/Capacité Plus

LARGE

MEDIUM

LOAD/CHARGE

King Size Capacity/Capacité

LARGE

MEDIUM

SUPER

SMALL PETITE

SUPER

SMALL PETITE

—WASH TIME/TEMPS DE LAVAGE—

SOAK

FILL

TEMPERATURE

WASH-RINSE

LAVAGE-RINÇAGE

COLD-COLD

RE.

FROID-FROID

TEMPERATURE

LAVAGE-RINÇAGE

COLD-COLD

RE.

FROID-FROID

WARM-COLD TIÈDE-FROID

WASH-RINSE

WARM-COLD TIÈDE-FROID

HOT-COLD

CHAUD-FROID

HOT-COLD

CHAUD-FROID

OPTIONS

OFF

ARRÊT

OPTIONS

OFF

ARRÊT

EXTENDED SPIN/

AUTOSOAK/ TREMPAGE

ESSORAGE SUPP.

2ND RINSE/

RINÇAGE

2ND RINSE/

RINÇAGE

REMPLISSAGE

COTTONS

COTONS

NORMAL-

FILL

REMPLISSAGE

COTTONS

COTONS

NORMAL-

CASUALS

TOUT-ALLER

PULSE/ -

INTERMITTENT

CASUALS

TOUT-ALLER

PULSE/ -

INTERMITTENT

FAST/ RAPIDE

TREMPAGE

FAST/ RAPIDE

AUTOSOAK 15 TREMPAGE

TREMPAGE

SUPER

SOAK

SUPER

EXTRA

MEDIUM

SLOW/ LENT

EXTRA

MEDIUM

SLOW/ LENT

MIN 12 MIN 9 MIN 6 MIN

LIGHT/ LÉGER

MEDIUM

EXTRA

LIGHT/ LÉGER

—WASH TIME/TEMPS DE LAVAGE—

MIN 12 MIN 9 MIN 6 MIN

LIGHT/

RINÇAGE RAPIDE

LÉGER

MEDIUM

EXTRA

PREWASH

PRÉ-LAVAGE

NORMAL-

QUICK RINSE/

RINÇAGE RAPIDE

ESSORAGE SEUL

MED.

DELICATE

QUICK RINSE/

ESSORAGE SEUL

SLOW/ LENT

RINSE

RINÇAGE

SPIN ONLY/

MED.

LIGHT/LÉGER

DELICATE-

RINSE

RINÇAGE

SPIN ONLY/

AUTOSOAK 15 TREMPAGE

LIGHT/LÉGER

DELICATE

2ND RINSE

RINÇAGE

PREWASH

PRÉ-LAVAGE

NORMAL-

EXTRA

EASY CARE

PERMA PRESS

DELICATE-

SLOW/ LENT

2ND RINSE

RINÇAGE

EASY CARE

PERMA PRESS

EXTRA

MEDIUM

DELICATE-

SPIN

ESSORAGE

SPIN

ESSORAGE

DELICATE-

SLOW/ LENT

FAST/ RAPIDE

START/

DÉPART

STOP/ARRÊT

PAUSE

START/

DÉPART

STOP/ARRÊT

PAUSE

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