GE GHWS3605F0MC, GFWR4805F1RR, GFWR4805F1MC, GFWR4800F1WW Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions .............. 2,s

Operating Instructions

Controls ............................ 4-9

Features .......................... 10-11

Quick Start .......................... 12

Loading and Using the Washer .... 12-13

Available Accessory .................. 17

Care and Cleaning ............ 14-i 7

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install Your Washer ...... 18

Location of Your Washer ............. 19

Rough-In Dimensions................. 19

Unpacking Your Washer .............. 20

Electrical Requirements .............. 21

Grounding Requirements ............. 21

Drain Requirements .................. 22

Water Supply Requirements .......... 22

Installing the Washer .............. 22-23

Replacement Parts ................... 23

GFWR4805
GFWR4800

GFWS3705

GFWS3700
GHWS3605
GHWS3600
GFWR2705

GFWR2700

GFWS2605

GFWS2600

GFWS2505

GFWS2500

Troubleshooting Tips ......... 25-29

Consumer Support

Warranty (U.S.)....................... 30

Warranty (Canada)................... B1

Consumer Support ................... B2

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ENERGYSTAR

As an ENERGY STAR @partner,
GEhas determined that this

product meets the ENERGYSTAR@
guidelines for energy efficiency.

Write the model and serial
numbers here:

An online version of this manual in English, Spanish and

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Model #
Serial #

Youcan find them on a label on the
sideof the washer.

49-90513o2-14GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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Thisisthe safety alert symbol. Thissymbol alerts to potential hazards that can kill or hurt and others. All safety
messageswill follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER","WARNING",or "CAUTION".Thesewords are defined as:

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.

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_ Indicates hazardous situation which, if not avoided,could result in minor moderate

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inJury.

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of death,fire, explosion,electric shock,or injury to persons when usingyour appliance,
follow basic precautions, including the following:

[] Readall instructionsbeforeusingtheappliance.
[] DONOTwash 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.

[] DONOTadd 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. HYDROGENGAS ISEXPLOSIVE.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 NOTsmoke or use an open flame during this time.

[] DONOTallow children to play on or inthis 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.

[] DONOTreach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving to prevent accidental entanglement.
[] DONOTinstall or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

[] DONOTtamper 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.

[] Keepthe area around your appliance clean and dry to reducethe possibility of slipping.
[] DONOToperate this appliance if it isdamaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or hasmissing or broken parts

including a damaged cord or plug.

[] Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressingthe Power button DOESNOTdisconnect power.
[] See "Electrical Requirements" located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.

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PROPERINSTALLATION

_._ 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 GEAppliences.com or by calling

800.GE.CARES(800.432.2757).

[] Ensurethat the hot water hose isconnected to the "H"

(internalred screened)valve and the cold water hose is
connected to the "C"(internal blue screened)valve.

[]

Installor store where it will not be exposed to

temperatures below freezing or exposedto the weather,
which could cause permanent damage and invalidatethe

warranty.

[]

Properlyground washer to conform with all
governing codesand ordinances. Followdetails

in Installation Instructions.

[] Thiswasher doesnot include water supply hoses.

GEstrongly recommends the use offactory specified
parts.A listof factory hoses availablefor purchase are

listed below.These hosesare manufactured and tested to
meet GEspecifications.

GEstrongly recommends the useof new water supply
hoses.Hosesdegrade over time and need to be replaced

every 5 years to reducethe risk of hose failures and water
damage.

Partsand Accessories

Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hoursa
day or by phone at 800.626.2002during normal business

hours.

Part Number

PM!4X!O002

Or

PM!4X!O005
WX!OX!O0!!
PMTX!

PM7X3

Accessory

4 ft RubberWater Supply Hoses

4 ft Braided Metal Water Supply Hoses

Tide®Washing Machine Cleaner*
Washer FloorTray

Low ProfileUniversalWasher FloorTray
(forusewith pedestal models)

WHEN NOT IN USE

[] Turn off water faucets to minimize leakage if a break or

rupture should occur.Checkthe condition of the fill hoses;
GErecommends changing the hosesevery5 years.

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* Tide® is a registered trademark of Procter &Gamble 3

About the washer control panel.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Youcan locateyour model number onalabel on the sideof thewasher or insidethe washer door.

Hodels: GFWR4805, GFWR4800 - GE RightHeight Design T" Steam Washer with Built-In Riserm

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Power Norlmoi My Cycle Overnight Dry

Bulky

Bedding • Delicates

Active
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Hodels: GFWS$705, GFWS3700, GHWS$605, GHWS3600 - Steam Washer

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Light Cold Low Light

Hodels: GFWR2705, GFWR2700 - GE RightHeight Design TMSteam Washer with Built-In Riser m

Whites Sheets

(_ Mixed Loads Toweis/

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Bulky Delicates

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Allergen

Models:GFWS2605, GFWS2600 - Steam Washer

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Delicates

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Wash_ Dra_n, Rinse, Spin, Light

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Hodels: GFWS2505, GFWS2500 - Steam Washer

Power I My Cycle _ _

Whites • Sheets Hou_s_co,,d_ost__

Bulky Delieates

Lock_ontrol Active • Speed Add a Garment

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Steam

Allergen

• Hand Wash

Drain+
Spin

Basket

Clean

Power

Press to "wake up" the display. Ifthe display is active, press to put the washer into standby mode.
NOTE:Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

Wash Cycles

The wash cycles are optimized for specific types of wash loads. The chart below will help you match the wash setting
with the loads. The GentleCleaff" lifters lightly tumble the clothes into the water and detergent solution to clean the load.

_£t]moted Time Remaining £xtra Heavy Extra Hot Extra High

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Fill, Wash, Drain, Rinse, Spin,

Steam Ught Cold Low

Complete Heavy Hot High

Extra Extra

Extra Light Tap Cold No Spin

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Normal/Mixed Loads* For heavily to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

Whites* Forheavily to lightly soiled white laundry, work and play clothes.
Bulky Bedding*
Active Wear*

Power Clean*

Forlarge items such as comforters, blankets, small rugs and similar bulky items.
Foractive sports, exercise and some casual wear clothes. Fabrics include modern

technology finishes and fibers such as spandex, stretch and micro-fibers.

Forheavily soiled items which require extra cleaning power.
Forincreasedwater temperature which will sanitizeand kill more than 99.9%of many common

bacteria found in home laundry. Forbest results,select the extra heavy soil setting when using

Sanitize*

the Sanitize cycle.

_S_ NSF Pr°t°c°l P172 1

Sanitization Performance of Residential and
Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers

Forremoving common allergens such as dust mites and pet dander.

Allergen*

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Towels/Sheets* Foritems such as towels, sheets, pillowcases and dish rags.

Delicates/Hand Wash wash and rinse.

Foritems labeled hand-washable with light soils. Provides gentle tumbling and soak during

Speed Wash or Forlightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Cycletime isapproximately 30 minutes,

Quick Wash depending on selected options.

Single Item

Forwashing one heavily or lightly soiled item. The washer uses this setting to optimize the

wash and spin cycle for a single small or medium sized garment.

Rinse + Spin Toquickly rinse and spin out any items at any time.

Drain + Spin

Toquickly drain and spin out any items atany time.

Usefor cleaning the basket of residue and odor. Recommended use of at least once per

month.

Basket Clean

NOTE:Never load laundry while using Basket Clean. The laundry may become damaged.
See the Care and Cleaning section.

* The Add Steam option can be used with these cycles. 5

Control settings.

Soil

Temp

Spin

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Changingthe Soil levelincreasesor
decreasesthe wash time to remove

different amounts of soil.

Temp

Adjust to selectthe proper water
temperature for the wash cycle.The

PreSoakand PreWash rinsewater is
always cold to help reduce energy usage

and reduce setting of stains andwrinkles.
Followthe fabric manufacturer's

care labelwhen selecting the wash

temperature.

Spin

Changingthe Spin speedchanges the
final spin speed of the cycles.Always
follow the garment manufacturer's care

labelwhen changing the Spin speed.

To change the Sol/level, pressthe Soil

levelbutton until you have reached the
desiredsetting. Youcan choose between
Extra Light, Light,Normal, Heavy or Extra
Heavysoil levels.

To change the wash temperature, press
the wash Temp button until you have

reached the desired setting. Youcan
choose between TapCold,Cold,Warm,
Hot or Extra Hot. Bydesign,to protect

fabrics, not allwash temperatures are

available for certain wash cycles.
NOTE:Thefirst !0 seconds of the wash

fill isalways cold.Thisfeature assists in
conditioning the fabric and preventing
stains from setting on garments.

To change the Spin speed,pressthe Spin

speed button until you have reachedthe
desiredsetting. Youcan choose between

No Spin,Low, Medium, Highor Extra High
Spin.Higher spinspeedsare not available

on certain cycles,such as Delicates.
Higher spinspeeds remove more water

from the clothes and will help reduce dry
time, but may also increase the possibility

of setting wrinkles on some fabrics.

Rinse

RinseJ

Start/Pause Start/Pause

ChangingRinse will change the number

of rinsesthe cycle will use.Tochange the

rinseoption, pressRinse untilyou have

reached the desired setting. On some

models you can choose between Normal,

Extra,Max(a third rinse),and no rinse.In

order to selectno rinse,pressthe Rinse

button until no lights are lit in the rinse
window.

Pressto start a wash cycle. Ifthe washer

isrunning, pressing it once will pausethe
washer and unlock the door.

It will take a few secondsfor the door to

unlock after pressing Pause. Pressagain
to restart the wash cycle.

NOTE:Ifthe washer is pausedand the

cycleis not restarted within 15 minutes,
the current wash cyclewill be cancelled.

On models with Rinse+Spin cycle, a
drain and spin cycle can be achieved by
pressingthe Rinseor E×tRinsebutton
until the LEDisno longer illuminated.

On models with Drain+Spin cycle, a
rinseand spin cycle can be achieved by
selectingExt Rinseoption.

"" NOTE:Somemodels have only

an Extra Rinse option. This

option allows for an extra rinseduring a
cycle to remove excess dirt and
detergent from soiled loads. Pressthe

E×tRinse button to select.

NOTE:In some cycles the washer will

drain first, then unlock the door when it is
paused.

NOTE:Thewasher performs automatic
system checksafter pressingthe Start

button. Water will flow in45 seconds
or less.You may hear the door lock and

unlock beforewater flows; this is normal.

[PreWclsh)

PreWash

Prewush isan extra wash before the
main wash. Use it for heavily soiled

clothes or for clothes with u care

label that recommends prewushing
before washing. Be sure to add liquid

or powder high-efficiency detergent,
or the proper wash additive to the

prewush dispenser.

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PreWash must be selected prior to
pressing Start.

The PreWash feature will fill the washer

(adding the prewush detergent), tumble

the clothes, drain and spin. Then the
washer will run the selected wash cycle.

NOTE:In some special cycles, the
prewush is selected automatically

as the default. You can modify this
selection at any time.

/

[ PreSoak )

/

( eWash )

Overnight Dry

[-- ]

PreSoak (on some models)

For soaking your garments prior to

the PreWash (if selected) and/or wash
cycle. This option begins with a brief

tumble and then proceeds to soak the
clothes for a specified period of time.
Once complete, the cycle will begin

automatically.

eWash (Energy Savings Wash)

(onsomemodels)

Use aWash to save energy on specified

wash cycles.

Overnight Dry TM
(onsomemodels)

Overnight Dry is available on the
following cycles: Active Wear, Whites,
Normal and Single Item.

Overnight Dry is intended for smaller

loads only. This feature is intended for
use when clothes need to be washed,

dried and ready to wear or finished the
next morning. Thisfeature will tumble

clothes and introduce a constant
stream of air into the machine
compartment upon completion of
select wash cycles. Clothes can be

removed at any time by pressing

Pause.

PreSoak must be selected prior to

pressing Start.

The PreSoak time is set in 1/2hour

increments, with the maximum
presoak set option of 8 hours.

If desired, add high-efficiency detergent
or the proper wash additive to the

prewush dispenser.

eWash cannot be used with Allergen,
Sanitize, Power Clean and Basket

Clean.

To usethe feature, press the Overnight
Dry button any time before the end of

the wash cycle.The display will change
to add the default 8 hours max dry time.

High wear or delicate articles are not
recommended for this cycle.

The table below describes example
loads that can be used with this feature:

2-3 athletic uniforms
2 sets of scrubs

2 sets of baby's crib sheets
1 dress shirt, 1 pair of dress pants
3 dress shirts

My Cycle

[-- )

Hold 3 Seconds to Store

On some models, there is a
Ply Cycle i and a Ply Cycle2

button which allows you to
save two favorite cycles.

My Cycle 1 My Cycle 2

Li Hold 3 Seconds to Store Cyce --iJ

Ply Cycle

Tosaveafavoritecycle,setthe desired
settingsforwash cycle,soillevel,spinspeed

and wash temp settingsand holddownthe
Ply Cyclebuttonfor 3seconds.A beepwill

soundto indicatethe cyclehasbeensaved.
To useyour custom cycle,pressthe

Ny Cyclebutton before washing aload.
Tochange the saved cycle, set the

desired settingsand hold down the
Ply Cyclebutton for 3 seconds.

NOTE:When using PlyCycle,wash
options cannot be modified after the

cycle has been started.
NOTE:Ifyou change wash options with

NVCyclebefore starting the cycle, the
PlyCyclelight will turn off and you will

be returned to the base cycle.

Control settings.

Ir_ stein Removal GuideGrass Wine Blood Tomato Dirt)l

Select Cycle and PushButton for Stoin Options

Stain Removal Guide

(on some models)

The Stain Removal Guide is pre-

programmed with the ideal wash and

rinse settings to tackle five common
stains: grass, wine, blood, tomato and
dirt. To use this feature, select the

desired wash cycle and then press
the Stain Removal Guide button

until the stain you want to remove is

highlighted. Once selected, press the
Start button to start the cycle.

For some stains, a prewash will be

selected automatically. Besure to
add liquid or powder high-efficiency

detergent, orthe proper wash additive
to the prewash dispenser.

Add a Garment

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Light

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Volume

B

Lock Control

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Hold3Secsto
Lock/ Unlock

Add A Garment (on some models)

Ifyou needto adda garment afterthe

cycle has started, press the Add a Garment

button and the unit willunlockthe door,

allowing additional garments. The Add a

Garment feature isonly available when the

LEDis liton the button. Aftera certain point
inthe cycle,the LEDwillnot be litany longer

and adding a garment isnot allowed.

Basket Light (on some models)

The basket light will turn on and remain

on for 5 minutes when the door opens,

Start/Pause button is pressed, or by

pressing the Light button.

Volume

To adjust the volume of the unit, press
the Volume button to select the desired

level.

Lock Control

You can lock the controls to prevent
any selections from being made. Or

you can lock or unlock the controls
after you have started a cycle.

Children cannot accidentally start the
washer by touching buttons with this

option selected.
To lock the washer, press and hold the

Lock Control button for 3 seconds.

The basket light can be turned off by
pressing and holding the Light button.

Thereare four sound levelsincluding OFF.
NOTE:The volume selected isfor both
the buttons and the end of cycle sounds.

To unlock the washer controls, press
and hold the Lock Control button for 3

seconds.
A sound is made to indicate the lock/

unlock status.
The indicator light above the button

will illuminate when the controls are
locked.

NOTE:The Power button can still be
used when the machine islocked.

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Add

Steam

Hold 3 seconds to CANCEL

(Delay Wash)

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Good

Add Steam
Add Steam adds steam into the washer

early in the cycle to assist with loosening
stains on the Towels/Sheets, Normal,

Whites, Bulky, Active Wear, Power

Clean, Sanitize or Allergen cycles.

Delay Wash

You can delay the start of a wash cycle
for up to 2/4 hours. Press the Delay

Wash button to choose the amount
of time you want to delay the start of

the wash cycle. Once the desired time
is reached, press the Start button. The

machine will count down and start
automatically at the correct time.

eMonitor (on some models)

TheeMonitor lights display the relative
energy useof your selected cycle and
options.They areprovided as an energy
guide and range from Good(1 light)to
Better (5 lights).Somespecial cycleswill
not provide a display.

To

USe:

1.

Turn power ON and select a wash
cycle. The Add Steam option is only

available on Towels/Sheets, Normal,

Whites, Bulky, Active Wear, Power
Clean, Sanitize or Allergen cycles.

.

Select the Add Steam button to
activate steam.

3.

Press the Start/Pause button.

NOTE:Ifyou forget to fully close the
door, a reminder signal will beep

reminding you to do so.
NOTE: If you open the door when the

delay is counting down, the machine will
enter the pause state. You must close

the door and press Start again in order
to restart the countdown.

e Monitor

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Fil{_ Wosh_ Droin_ Rinse_ Spin_

Complete

Extro Extra

Display

Displays the approximate time
remaining until the end of the cycle.

NOTE:Thecycletime isaffected by how
long it takesthe washer to fill.Thisdepends
on the water pressurein your home. The

"smart" timer "learns" the amount of time
it takes to fillyour washer and adjuststhe

total time accordingly.

Cyclestatus isalso displayed and certain
features such asDelay Wash or Steam are
shown indicating they have been selected.

About the washer features.

The Dispenser Drawer

Slowlyopen the dispenser drawer by pulling
it out until it stops.

After adding laundry products,slowlyclose
the dispenserdrawer.Closingthe drawer

too quicklycouldresult in earlydispensing
of the bleach,fabric softener or detergent.

Youmay seewater inthe bleachand fabric
softenercompartmentsat the end of the cycle.

Thisisa resultof theflushing/siphoningaction
and ispart of the normaloperationof the

washer.

Useonly HEHigh-Efficiency
detergent.

Addpre-washto

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Detergent __

NOTE:Useonly liquid or powder HE
detergents and additives in the dispenser

drawer. Laundry detergent packets
should only be added directly to the

wash tub following the manufacturer's
directions.

The Prewash Compartment

Onlyusethe prewashcompartment ifyou
are selectingthe PreWash or PreSoak
cyclefor heavilysoiledclothes.Add

measureddetergent or prewashadditiveto

the backleftprewashcompartment ofthe
dispenserdrawer.

Detergentor prewashadditive isflushed

from the dispenserinthe PreWash or
PreSoak cycle (ifselected).

DO NOT put detergent packets in the
dispenser drawer.

NOTE: Liquid detergent will drain
into the washer basket as it is added.

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Detergentusagemay needto be adjusted
for watertemperature,water hardness,size

and soillevelof the load.Avoidusingtoo
much detergent inyour washeras it can

leadto oversudsinganddetergent residue
being left on the clothes.

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For HE powder
detergent

Detergent cup

remove the /_

andaddpowder
here \

NOTE:The Detergent cup
has an easy grip handle to

allow removal for convenient
measuring and filling of the

unit.

The Detergent Compartment

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Only use high-efficiency detergent
in this washer. DO NOT fill high-

efficiency detergent over the MAX
line. Use detergent manufacturer's

recommended amount.
Powder Detergent - Remove the

Liquid Detergent cup and place it in a
safe location outside of the washer.

Follow the detergent manufacturer's
instructions when measuring the

amount of powder to use.
Liquid Detergent - Locate the

concentration of your detergent on the
bottle. Do not fill above the Max Fillline

in the Detergent cup for your detergent
concentration type.

MaxFillline /_

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onyourliquid "%.--_/__l/_/d

detergent "_'___ _///__/

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Detergent usage may need to be

adjusted for water temperature, water
hardness, sizeand soil level of the

load. Avoid using too much detergent
in your washer as it can lead to

oversudsing, detergent residue being
left on the clothes, and could extend

wash times.

Do not put clumped detergent in the

dispenser. Clumped detergent can
cause a leak.

The Liquid Bleach Compartment

tf desired,measureout the recommended
amount of liquidbleach,notto exceed

1/3cup (80ml)and pour into the center

compartment labeled"LIQ_tDBLEACH"
markedwith this symbol/___.

tt isrecommendedto useHigh-Efficiency(HE)
bleachin thisfront-load washer.

The Fabric Softener Compartment

tf desired,pour the recommendedamount
of liquidfabric softenerinto thecompartment

labeled"FABRICSOFTENER."
Useonly liquidfabric softenerin the dispenser.

Dilutewith water to the maximumfill line.

Donot exceedthe maximumfill line.Overfilling
cancauseearlydispensingof the bleachwhich

couldresult indamagedclothes.

NOTE:Donot usepowderedbleachor laundry
detergent/additivepacketsinthe dispenser.

Donot exceedthe maximumfill line.Overfilling
cancauseearlydispensingof thefabric

softener,which couldstain clothes.

NOTE:Do not pour fabricsoftenerdirectly
on thewash load.

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Loadingand usingthewasher.

Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

Quick Start

E] Press the Power button.

If the screen is dark, a press

of the Power button will
"wake up" the display.

Power

[3] Press the Start/Pause button.

Start/Pause

[_ Select a wash cycle.(Defaultsare

set for each cycle.Thesedefault
settings can bechanged. See

Control settings for more

information.)

FabricCare Labels

Below are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering.

WASH LABELS

C VCle Normal Permanent Press/ Gentl""'_/ Do notwash Do not wring

Water • • • 00 •

temperature Hot Warm Cold/cool

BLEACH LABELS

Delicotes

• Speed

Wash

Single

• Item

Rinse+

• Spin

• 8asker
Clean

wrinkle resistant delicate Hand wash

(50°C/120°F) (40°C/105°F) (30°C/85°F)

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Bleach_,. , /_ //_

symuois Any bleach Only non-chlorine bleach

DETERGENT LABELS

(when needed) (when needed)

Useonly HEHigh-Efficiency detergent.

Do not bleach

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Sorting

Colors

Whites

Lights
Barks

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Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than half the
total wash load.

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Pillows and comforters should not be mixed with other items. Thismay cause an out-of-balance load.

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Sort dark-colored clothes from light-colored clothes to prevent dye transfer. Thisis a high-efficiency washer,
so it usesless water, making dye transfer more common.

Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable liquids.
Nowasher can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever hadany type of oilon it (including cooking oils).
Doing socan result in death, explosion,or fire.

Wash Loads

Soil Fabric Lint

Heavy Delicates LintProducers

Normal EasyCare LintCollectors

Light SturdyCottons

- Fire Hazard

Loading the Washer

The wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely
added items. Do not wash garments containing

flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).

Lauding Examples

To add items offer the washer has started, press Start/
Pause and wait until the door is unlatched. The washer

may take up to 30 seconds to unlock the door after
pressing Start/Pause, depending on the machine

conditions. Do not try to force the door open when it is
locked. After the door unlocks, open gently. Add items,

close the door and press Start/Pause to restart.

WORKWEAR

4 Jeans

5 Work Wear Shirts
5 Work Wear Pants

LINENS

2 Bath Sheets

10 Bath Towels/

12 Washcloths

7 Hand Towels/

2 Terrycloth Bath

Mats

OR

2 Flat Queen-Sized

Sheets

2 Fitted

Queen-Sized

Sheets

4 Pillowcases

MIXED LOAD

4 Pillowcases

2 Hand Towels

2 Flat Sheets/

2 Fitted Sheets
2 Bath Towels/

4 Washcloths

OR

6 Shirts (Men's

or Women's)

4 Pair Pants

(Khakis

or Twills)

5 T-shirts

7 Pairs of Boxers

/4Pairs of Shorts

OR

6 T-shirts

4 Pairsof

Sweatpants

/4Sweatshirts

2 Hoodies

7 Pairs of Socks

DELICATES*

7 Bras

7 Panties

3 Slips

2 Camisoles

4 Nightgowns

*Using a nylon

mesh bag for
small items is

recommended.

SPEEDWASH

12-4 GARMENTS}

2 Casual Wear

Work Shirts

i Pair Casual Wear

Work Pants

OR

3 Soccer Uniforms

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Care and Cleaning.

Cleaning the Interior
of the Washer

Toclean the interior of the washer, select
the Basket Clean feature on the control

panel. This Basket Clean 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 Basket Clean
cycle.

1. Remove any garments or objects from
the washer and ensure the washer

basket is empty.

2. Open the washer door and pour
one cup or 250 ml of liquid bleach
or other washing machine cleaner

into the basket.

3. Close the door and select the Basket
Clean cycle. Pushthe Start pad.

4. When the Basket Clean 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.

5. After the cycle is complete, leave
the door open slightly for better
ventilation.

If for any reason the cycle needs to
be interrupted, the door will not open

immediately. Forcing open the door at

this stage may cause water to flood.
The door will open after the water is

drained to u level where it would not
flood the floor.

Basket Clean 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 buck, the Basket Clean cycle resumes

where it had stopped. When interrupted, be
sure to run u complete Basket Clean cycle

before using the washer. If the Power pad is
pressed during BasketClean, the cycle will

be lost.

IMPORTANT:

[] Run Basket Clean with 1 Cup (250 ml) of

bleach once a month.

[] After the completion of u Basket Clean

cycle, the interior of your washer may

have u bleach smell.

[] It is recommended to run a light color

load after the Basket Clean cycle.

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Cleaning the Pump Filter

Due to the nature of the front-lo(]d washer,
it is sometimes possible for small (]rticles
to pass to the pump. The washer has a

filter to capture lost items so they (]re not
dumped to the dr(]in. To retrieve lost items,

cle(]n out the pump filter.

1. Using a small flathead screwdriver or
coin, open the access door.

2. Pl(]ce (] shallow p(]n or dish under
the pump (]ccess door and towels

on the floor in front of the washer to
protect the floor. It is normal to catch

(]bout (] cup of w(]ter when the filter
is removed.

3. Pull down the pour spout.

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Pump

f filter

.

Turn the pump filter counterclockwise
(]nd remove the filter slowly, controlling

the flow of the dr(]ining w(]ter.

5o

Remove the filter (]nd cle(]n the debris
from the filter.

6.

Repl(]ce the filter (]nd turn clockwise.
Tighten securely.

o

Flip up the pour spout.

8.

Close the (]ccess door by hooking the
bottom t(]bs first, then rot(]ting the

(]ccess door shut.

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Care and Cleaning.

Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser
drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.

[] Remove the drawer by first pulling it out until it stops. Then reach back into the left

Lock tab is visible only after
drawer has been pulled out

[]

rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab,
pulling out the drawer.

Remove the insert from the bleach and fabric softener compartments and the

detergent cup. Rinsethe inserts and the drawer with hot water to remove
traces of accumulated laundry products.

[] To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess.

Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.

[] Return inserts to the proper compartments. Replacethe dispenser drawer.

[]

To reduce buildup in the Dispenser Drawer area:

Useonly HE
High-Efficiency

detergent.

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Available accessory.

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Cleaning the Door Gasket

Open the washer door. Using both hands, press down the door gasket. Remove any
foreign objects if found trapped inside the gasket. Hake sure there is nothing blocking the
holes behind the gasket.

While holding down the door gasket, inspect the interior gasket by pulling it down with

your fingers. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside this gasket. Hake sure

there is nothing blocking the holes behind the gasket.
When you are finished cleaning the door gasket, remove your hands and the gaskets will

return to the operating position.

NOTE:TheGERightHeight DesignTM
frontload washer equipped with a Built-In

RiserTM cannot be mounted on apedestal.

Pedestal

There is a pedestal available for your
washer if it is not one of the GERightHeight

DesignTM models. This pedestal gives the

washer more height and gives storage for
your washing necessities. Included with the

pedestal isa divider that allows you to store
liquid laundry detergent out of sight. See

the pedestal Installation Instructions.

Order GE Pedestal KitGFXPI$08 on-line at
GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or

by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal
business hours.

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Instoiloti

Washer

I str cti s

If you have any questions, call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)

or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com

In Canada, coil 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca

A Thisisthe safety alert symbol.Thissymbol alerts you to potential hazardsthat can killyou or hurt you and others.

Allsafety messageswill follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER","WARNING",or"CAUTION".These
words are defined as:

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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

. IMPORTANT- Savetheseinstructions

for local inspector's use.

, IMPORTANT - Observeallgoverning

codes and ordinances.

. Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

. Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions

for future reference.

. Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

. Completion time - 1-3 hours
. Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
. Product failure due to improper installation is not

covered under the Warranty.

PARTS SUPPLIED

[] Cable Tie [] Hose Guide

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
WASH ER INSTALLATION

[] 1/2" socket with ratchet
[] Adjustable wrench or 14mm and 16mm open-end

wrenches

[] Channel-lock adjustable pliers
[] Carpenter's level

PARTS REQUIRED (Sold separately)

[] Water Hoses (2) [] Rubber Washers (2)

and Strainer Screens (2)

GE 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

PM14X10002

Or

PH14X10005

WHIX2267

Accessory
4 & Rubber Water Supply Hoses

4 ft Braided MetalWater Supply Hoses

Rubber Washer (1) and Screen (1)

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Installation Instructions

LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER

Do Not Install the Washer:

1.In an area exposed to dripping water or outside
weather conditions. The ambient temperature

should never be below 60°F (!5.6°C) for proper
washer operation.

2.In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or
drapes.

3.On carpet. The floor MUSTbe a hard surface with
a maximum slope of 1/2" per foot (!.27 cm per
30 cm).To make sure the washer does not vibrate

or move, you may have to reinforce the floor.

NOTE:Iffloor is in poor condition, use 3/4" impregnated
plywood sheet solidly attached to existing floor covering.

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

IMPORTANT:
Minimum Installation Clearances

. When installed in alcove: Sides, Rear,

Top = 0" (0cm)

. When installed in closet: Sides,Rear,

Top = 0" (0cm), Front = 1" (2.54 cm)

. Closet door ventilation openings required:

2 louvers each 60 square in.(387 cm), located 3"
(7.6cm) from top and bottom of door

FRONT

28"

(7!.!2cm)

39"* 46"*

(99cm) (ll7cm)

*NOTE:
With Legs: 40 1/2" 1102.5 cm) - 13/4" 11.9cm) adjustebility)

With Built-In RiserT": 46" 1117cm) - 13/4" 11.9cm) adjustability)
With Optional Pedestal IGF×P13081:52" 1132.1cm) - 13/4"11.9cm) odjustebility)

Stacked: 78 1/4" 1198.8cm)

SIDE

s43/8"

(138.2cm)

35"

(88.9cm)

39"* 46"*

(99cm) (ll7cm)

Built-In
RiserTM

models
only

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Installation Instructions

UNPACKING THE WASHER

1. After removing the washer from its carton, remove all base
pGckaging,including the cardboard, styrofoam base Gnd

styrofoam tub support (insertedincenter of base).

NOTE:If you are installing a pedestal, proceed to

the installation instructions that come with the pedestal.

2. Carefullymove the washer to within 4 feet (122cm)
ofthe final location.

.

Removethe following from the back side of the wGsher:

/4bolts
4 plastic spacers (including rubber grommets)

/4power cord retainers

.

Removethe shipping bolt. Insert plug into shipping
bolt hole.

NOTE:Failure to remove the shipping bolts can cause

the washer to become severely unbalanced.

Save all bolts for future use.

NOTE:Ifyou must trGnsport the washer Gta IGterdate,

you must reinstall the shipping support hardware to prevent
shipping dGmGge.Keepthe hGrdwGreinthe plGsticbGg

provided.

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