Ge GMAN1200, GFWS1505, GFWS1500, GFWN1200, GFWH1300 User Manual

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Safety instructions .............. 2,s

Operating instructions

Control Panels ...................... 4-7

Features ............................ 8-9

Loading and Using the Washer .... 10, 11

Cleaning the Washer .............. 12-14

Installation instructions ...... 15-20

Preparing to Install Your Washer ...... Z5

Rough-In Dimensions ................. 16

Location of Your Washer ............. 16

Unpacking Your Washer .............. 17

Drain Requirements .................. 18

Electrical Requirements .............. 18

Water Supply Requirements .......... 18

Installing the Washer .............. 19, 20

Replacement Parts ................... 20

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GFWH1200 GMAN1200

GFWH1500 GFWN1300 GFW H1400

GFWH1405 GFWS1500

GFWS1505

English/Fran_ais/Espafiol

Troubleshooting Tips ......... 21-24

Consumer Support

Warranty ............................ 25

Service Telephone Numbers .......... 26

ENERGYSTAR

As an ENERGYSTAR®partner, GEhas determined that this

product meets the ENERGYSTAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Printed in China

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # Serial # Youcan find them on a label on the

side of the washer.

49-90454-1 04-12 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this washer are

not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that mabt occur. Good, safe practices and caution MUSTbe applied when installing, operating and maintaining anbt appliance.

WATER HEATERSAFETY

Undercertain conditions,hgdrogen gas mag beproducedin a water heater that has not been used for two weeks

or more. Hgdrogengas can be explosiveunder these circumstances.

Ifthe hot water has not beenusedfor two weeks or more, prevent the possibilityof damage or injuryby

turning on allhot water faucets and allowing them to run for severalminutes. Dothis before usingany electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system.Thissimple procedurewill allow any built-up hydrogen

gas to escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke or usean open flame or applianceduring this process.

PROPERINSTALLATION

Thiswasher must beproperly installedand located in accordancewith the InstallationInstructions beforeit is used.

[] Installor storewhere itwill not be exposed [] Properlyground washerto conform with allgoverning

to temperatures below freezingor exposed codesand ordinances. Followdetailsin Installation to the weather,which couldcause permanent Instructions.

damage and invalidatethe warranty.

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

[] Keepthe area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags and chemicals.

[] Do not leavethe washer door open. An opendoor

could entice children to hang on the door or crawl insidethe washer.

[] Closesupervisionisnecessary if this appliance is

used by or near children. Donot allow children to play on,with or insidethis or any other appliance.

WHEN USINGTHEWASHER

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Use this [] appliance only for its

intended purpose as

described in [] this Owner's Manual.

[]

Never reach into washer while it is moving.

Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the door.

Donot 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.

Donot 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 building's distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting

any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE:Pressing the power pad 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.

[]

Do not slam the washer door closed. Do not try to force the door open when locked (LOCKED

indicator ON This could result in damage to the washer.

[]

The washer isequipped with an electrical overload protector. The motor will stop

if it becomes overheated. The washer will automatically restart after a cool-down

period of up to 2 hours, if the washer has not been manually turned off

during this time.

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; GErecommends changing the hoses every 5 years.

[] Before discarding a washer, or removing it

from service, remove the washer door 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

skillsto carry out.

[] Do not tamper with controls.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the washer control panel.

Find the illustration that closely matches Four mode! and see the descriptions for details.

Colors Whites

Normols

Stain Wash

Sanitize

Bulky

Bedding

Delicates Top Extra

Hand Wash _ My Cycle

Speed Wash c....... ] Hold3SecondsToStore

Drain+Spin m

Basket Clean

_ewash

Spin Low Medium High High

Cold Cold Warm Hot Hot

PreWash Extra Rinse Signal._))

Delay Wash

Start

Add a Garment

HaM 3 secon_s TO

Lock/Unlock Controls

Whites

Stain Wash _

De_iCwatoeS"L(\_"

speedWosh'\\

Drain+Spin_

Basket Clean

£stJmated Tree Remain ng

£st_mmed T+me Remo_ ing

Soil

Light Light Heavy

Spin Low Medium High(_1_1_1 _)

Tap Extra

Cold Cold Worm Hot Hot

(_1_1_1_1_)

Extra Rinse Signal-_))

Start

Add a Garment

HaM 3 Seco ds To

Lock/Unlock Controls

Start

Extra Rinse Signal .)))

Add n Garment

Uo_d 3seconds TO

L_k/Unl_ck Controls

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Powe r

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.

Whites For heavily to lightly soiled white cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

Colors/Normals For heavy to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play

clothes.

Stain Wash

Sanitize

(on some models)

Bulkg Bedding For large coats, bed spreads, mattress covers, sleeping bags and similar large and

(on some models) bulky items. Large items such as blankets, comforters, jackets and small rugs.

Delicates For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provides gentle

HandWash tumbling and soak during wash and rinse.

Speed Wash For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Cycletime is approximately

Drain & Spin Drain and spin at any time.

Basket Clean Usefor cleaningthe basketof residueand odor. Recommended use of once per month.

Soil Level

Changing the Soil level increases or decreases the wash time to remove different amounts of soil. To change the Soil level, press the Soil level pad until you have reached the desired setting.

For heavy soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

When selecting sanitize, the washer increases the water temperature to sanitize and remove 99.9% of bacteria found in home laundry. For best results, select the

heavy soil setting when using the sanitize cycle.

Sanitization Performance of Residential and

_S_ NSF Protocol P172

Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers

30 minutes, depending on selected options.

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

Spin Speed

Changing the Spin speed changes the final spin speed of the cycles. Always follow the fabric

manufacturer's care label when changing the spin speed.

To change the spin speed, press the Spin speed pad until you have reached the desired setting. Higher spin speeds are not available on certain cycles, such as Delicates.

Higher spin speeds remove more water from the clothes and will help reduce dry time, but may also increase the possibility of setting wrinkles on some fabrics.

Wash Temp

Adjust to select the proper water temperature for the wash cycle. The prewash and rinse water is always cold to help reduce energy usage and reduce setting of stains and wrinkles.

Follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when selecting the wash temperature.

To change the wash temperature, press the Wash Temp pad until you have reached the desired setting.

NOTE:The first 10 seconds of the wash fill is always cold. This feature assists in conditioning the fabric and preventing stains from setting on garments.

Start/Add a Garment

Press to start a wash cycle. Ifthe washer is running, pressing it once will pause the washer and unlock

the door. Press again to restart the wash cycle. NOTE: Ifthe washer is paused and the cycle is not restarted within 2 hours, the current wash cycle will

be cancelled.

NOTE: The washer performs automatic system checks after pressing the Start pad. Water will flow 5

in 45 seconds or less. You may hear the door lock and unlock before water flows; this is normal.

About the washer control panel.

Signal. ))

PreWash

Cgcle Signal

Usethe Signal pad to change

the volume of the end of cycle signal.

Prewash (onsome models)

Prewashisan extra wash before

the main wash. Useit for heavily soiled clothes or for clothes with a care label

that recommends prewashing before washing. Besure to add high-efficiency

Extra Rinse Extra Rinse

Usean extra rinse when additional rinsing

is desiredto remove excessdirt and detergent from soiled loads.

Delay Wash

Delag Wash (on some models)

Youcan delaythe start of a wash cycle for !0-18 hours,depending onthe model.

Pressthe Delay Wash pad to choosethe number of hoursyou want to delay the start of the cycle,then pressthe Start pad.The machine will count down and

start automatically at the correcttime.

Pressthe pad until you reach

the desired volume.

detergent, or the proper wash additive to the prewash dispenser.

NOTE:When selecting prewash, it is recommended to use powder

detergent in the main wash (detergent)

compartment.

NOTE:If you forget to fully closethe door, a reminder signal will beepremindingyou todo so.

NOTE:If you open the door when thedelay iscounting down, the machinewill enter

thepause state.Youmust closethe door and pressStart again in order to restart

thecountdown.

[(Lock6C_)]l

Hold 3 Seconds To

Lock/Unlock Controls

My Cycle

Hold 3 Seconds To Store

Lock

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

lock the controls after you have started a cycle.

Children cannot accidentally start the washer by touching pads with

this option selected.

Mg Cycle (onsome models) Tosavea favorite cycle,setthe desired

settingsforwash cycle,soillevel,spinspeed

andwash temp settingsand holddown the My Cyclepadfor 3 seconds.A beepwill

soundto indicatethe cyclehasbeensaved. To useyour custom cycle, pressthe

My Cycle pad beforewashing a load. Tochange the saved cycle,set the desired

settings and hold down the My Cyclepad for 3 seconds.

To lockthe washer controls, pressand

hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds.

To unlock the washer controls, press

and hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds.

Thecontrol lock icon on the display will

light up when it ison.

NOTE:ThePower pad can still be used when the machine is locked.

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

cycle has been started. NOTE:If you change wash options with

My Cycle before starting the cycle, the My Cycle light will turn off and you will

be returned to the base cycle.

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awash

Steam

Available On Select Cycles

aWash (Energy Saving Wash)

Use aWASH to save energy on specified

wash cycles, aWASH cannot be used with Steam Refresh, Stain Wash or

Basket Clean.

Steam (onsome models) Steam adds steam into the washer

during Whites, Colors/Normals, Stain Wash, Sanitize or Bulky Bedding

cycles.

To use:

1. Turn Power on and select a wash cycle.

Display

Thedisplayshows the approximate time remaininguntilthe end of the cycle.

The Steam option is only available on Whites, Calars/Normals, Stain

Wash, Sanitize or Bulky Bedding cycles.

Press Steam pad to activate.

Press the Start pad.

NOTE:The cycle time isaffected by how long it takes the washer to fill.This depends on the water pressure in your home.

About the washer features.

NOTE:Featuresmay not be availableon all washer models.

The Dispenser Drawer

Slowlyopenthe dispenserdrawer bypulling

itout untilit stops.

After adding laundryproducts,slowlyclose the dispenserdrawer.Closingthe drawertoo

quicklycould resultin early dispensingof the

bleach,fabric softener or detergent.

The Prewash Compartment (onsomemodels)

[] Onlyusethe PrewashCompartmentifyou

areselectingthe Prewashcycle for heavily soiledclothes.Add measureddetergent or prewashadditiveto the back leftprewash compartmentof the dispenserdrawer.

[] Detergentor prewashadditive is flushed

from the dispenserinthe prewashcycle

(ifselected).

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

Thisisa resultof the flushing/siphoningaction and is part of the normal operation of the

washer.

NOTE:Liquiddetergentwill drain into the washerdrum asit isadded.

[] Detergent usagemay needto beadjustedfor

water temperature,water hardness,sizeand soillevelof the load.Avoidusingtoo much detergent inyour washer asit canleadto oversudsingand detergent residuebeingleft

on the clothes.

Onsomemodels:

Removeforpowderdetergent

Detergent _ _ Setting

2XHELiquid

DetergentSetting 1

(mostcommon/

setting)J

3XHE/ Detergent

Setting

Liquid _

Appearancemay vary

Onsomemodels.

Removeforpowderdetergent

Detergent _l_f "l_

Setting __,_1_" I

2XHELiquid'/liLT

DetergentSetting/1_1"[/

HE/__ _T

3X Liquid

Detergent

Setting

Appearancemayvary

The Detergent Compartment [] High-efficiency detergent isrequired for this

washer.Usethe detergent manufacturer's

recommendedamount.

Thedetergentselectioninsert mustbe placed in the detergent compartment ina specific position

accordingto what type of detergentyou are using.

[] Powder Detergent - Removethe detergent

selectioninsert.

[] Liquid Detergent - Youwill needto adjust

the insert accordingto the type of Liquid

Detergentyou are using.Theiconson the side ofthe detergent compartment must lineup on

the center when the insert isin position.

NOTE:Notall modelshave the2x and 3x detergentsettings.Some have onlg regular

HEdetergentsettings. Youmust reduce the amount of detergent for2x or 3x detergent

per bottle instructions.

Movethe insert by pullingit up and replace it byslidingit down betweeneitherthe rear

or front detergentcompartment molded rails,as desired,for liquiddetergent.Removefor powder

detergent. [] Add measureddetergentto the front left

detergentcompartment ofthe dispenser drawer.

[]

Detergentis flushedfrom the dispenser at the beginningofthe wash cycle.Either powderedor liquiddetergent can beused.

[]

Detergentusage may needto be adjustedfor

water temperature,water hardness,

sizeand soil level of the load. Avoidusingtoo much detergent inyourwasher as it can lead

to oversudsinganddetergent residuebeing

left on the clothes.

[] Usingmoredetergentthan the recommended

quantity cancauseresiduebuildup onyour

washer.

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Onsomemodels.

Onsome mode/s:

The Liquid Bleach Compartment

IMPORTANT:Thebleachcompartment position varies by model.Besure to identify

the correct compartment for bleach before using.

tf desired,measureout the recommended amount of liquid bleach,notto exceed

1/3cup (80ml),and pour intothe right

compartment labeled"LIQUIDBLEACH".

The Fabric Softener Compartment

IMPORTANT:Thefabric softener compartment

position varies by model. Besureto identify

thecorrect compartment for fabric softener beforeusing.

tf desired,pour the recommendedamount of liquidfabric softener into the compartment

labeled"FABRICSOFTENER."

Useonl_lliquidfabricsoftenerin the dispenser.

Donotexceedthe maximumfill line.Overfilling cancauseearltj dispensingof the bleach which

couldresultin damagedclothes. NOTE:Donotusepowdered bleachin the

dispenser.

Dilutewith water to the maximumfill line. Donotexceedthe maximumfill line.Overfilling

cancauseearly dispensingofthe fabricsoftener which couldstain clothes.

NOTE:Donotpour fabricsoftenerdirect/_l on the wash load.

Loading and using the washer.

Alwabts follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

Sorting Wash Loads

Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.

Colors Soil Fabric Lint

Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producers

Lights Normal Easy Care Lint Collectors Darks Light Sturdy Cottons

[] Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than half

the total wash load.

[] Washing single items is not recommended. This mag cause an out-of-balance load. Add one or two

similar items.

[] Pillows and comforters should not be mixed with other items. This mag cause an out-of-balance load.

Preparing Clothes

[] Toavoid snags during washing:

Follow these steps to maximize garment care.

Closegarmentzippers,snaps,buttonsand hooks. Mendseams,hems,tears.

Emptyall items frompockets. Removenonwashablegarment accessoriessuchasornamentsand nonwashabletrimmaterials.

[] Toavoid tangling, tie strings, draw ties and belt-like materials. [] Brush away surface dirt and lint; treat spots and stains. [] Promptly wash wet or stained garments to maximize results. [] Mix garments using recommended maximum load sizes on page !!. [] Use nylon mesh garment bags to wash small items.

[] Wash multiple garments at one time for best results.

Loading the Washer

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Wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely added items. Do nat wash fabrics containing flammable

materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.J.

Maximum Loading Sizes*

WORKWEAR

/4Jeans

5 Workwear Shirts 5 Workwear Pants

LINENS

2 Bath Sheets

10 Bath Towels/

12 Washcloths

7 Hand Towels/

2 Terrycloth

Bath Mats

2 Flat Queen-Sized

Sheets

2 Fitted

q)ueen-Sized

Sheets

/4Pillowcases

MIXEDLOAD

/4Pillowcases

2 Hand Towels

2 Flat Sheets/

2 Fitted Sheets 2 Bath Towels/

/4Washcloths

6 Shirts (Men's

or Women's)

/4Pair Pants

5 T-Shirts

7 Pairs of Boxers /4Pairsof Shorts

6 T-Shirts /4Pairs of

Sweatpants

/4Sweatshirts

2 Hoodies

7 Pairs of Socks

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

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

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

items, close the door and press Start to restart.

SPEEDWASH

DELICATES**

7 Bras

7 Panties

3 Slips

2 Camisoles

/4Nightgowns

(2-4 GARMENTS)

2 Casual Wear

Work Shirts

! Pair Casual Wear

Work Pants

3 Soccer Uniforms

(Khakis

or Twills)

*Exceeding maximum recommended load sizes may affect cleaning performance and garment care.

**Using a nylon mesh bag for small items is recommended.

Cleaning the washer.

Care and Cleaning

Exterior'. Immediately wipe off any spills.Wipe with damp cloth. Do not hit surface with sharp objects. Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses.

Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. When moving the washer, the tub should be kept stationary by using the shipping bolts removed during installation. See Installation Instructions in this book. If these parts are not available, they can be ordered

by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES.InCanada, call 800.561.3344. Long Vacations: Be sure the water supply isshut off at the faucets. Drain all water from the hoses if the

weather will be below freezing.

Cleaning the Interior of the Washer

To clean the interior of the washer, select the Basket Clean feature on the control

panel. The cycle will use more water, in addition to bleach, to refresh your

washer.

NOTE:Readthe 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, you will see CLn on the

display. 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 a 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 back, the Basket Clean cycle

resumes where it had stopped. When interrupted, be sure to run a complete

Basket Clean cycle before using the washer. If the Power pad ispressed 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 a Basket Clean

cycle, the interior of your washer may have a bleach smell.

[] It is recommended to run a light color

load after the Basket Clean cycle.

Cleaning the Pump Filter

Due to the noture of the front-lood wosher, it issometimes possible for smoll orticles

to poss to the pump. The wosher hos o filter to copture lost items so they ore not

dumped to the droin. To retrieve lost items, cleon out the pump filter.

1. Using o coin or flot screwdriver in the notch on the door, open

the occess door.

2. Ploce o shollow pon or dish under

the pump occess door ond towels

on the floor in front of the wosher to protect the floor. It is normol to cotch

obout o cup of woter when the filter is removed.

3. Pull down the pour spout.

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Pumpfilter

Turn the pump filter counterclockwise

ond remove the filter. Open slowly to allow the water to drain.

5°

Cleon the debris from the filter.

Replace the filter ond turn clockwise. Tighten securely.

7. Flip up the pour spout.

8. Close the occess door.

Cleaning the Door Gasket

Open the wosher door. Using both honds, press down the door gosket. Remove ony

foreign objects if found tropped inside the gasket, ivloke 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 ony

foreign objects if found tropped inside this gasket. IVlokesure there is nothing

blocking the holes behind the gasket.

When you ore finished cleoning the door gasket, remove your

hands ond the gasket will return to the operoting position.

Cleaning the washer.

TabonbackrightorleftdependingonmodelDispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and fabric softener may build up

in the dispenser drawer. Residueshould be removed once or twice a month. [] Remove the drawer by first pulling it out until it stops. Then reach back into

the left or right rear corner (depending on model) of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab, pulling out the drawer.

Locktabisvisibleonlyafterdrawerhas beenpulledopen

[] Remove the inserts from the bleach and fabric softener compartments and

the detergent insert. 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. Replace the dispenser drawer.

Installation

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

" IMPORTANT - Sovetheseinstructions

for Iocol inspector's use.

" IMPORTANT - Observe oil governing

codes ond ordinances.

. Note to Installer - Be sure to leove these

instructions with the Consumer.

. Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions

for future reference.

, Skill level - Instolletion of this opplience requires

bosic mechonicel ond electricol skills.

, Completion time - 1-3 hours , Proper instolletion is the responsibility of the instoller.

, Product foilure due to improper instollotion is not

covered under the Worronty.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

IkWARNING

. This opplionce must be properly grounded ond

instolled os described in these Instollotion Instructions.

. Do not instoll or store the opplionce in on oreo where

it will be exposed to woter/weother. See the Locotion of Your Wosher section.

. NOTE: This appliance must be properlg

grounded, and electrical service to the washer must conform with local codes and ordinances

and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

TOOLS REQUIRED

[] Adjustoble wrench or 1/2" socket with rotchet [] Adjustoble wrench or 9/16" open-end wrench

[] Chonnel-lock odjustoble pliers [] Corpenter's level

PARTS REQUIRED {Obtain Iocallg}

[] Water Hoses (2)

PARTS SUPPLIED

[] Cable Tie

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[] Inlet Hose Screen

Woshers (2)

STACK BRACKET KIT

A stock brocket kit is ovoiloble ot odditionol cost.

It con be ordered in the United stores by visiting

our Web site ot GEAppliances.com or coiling 800. GE.CARES. In Conodo, coil 800.66!.!6!6 or visit your

Iocol GE Applionces deoler. Order kit # WE25X!00!8 or GEFLSTACK.

[] HoseGuide

OPTIONAL PEDESTAL ACCESSORY

A pedestol is ovoiloble ot odditionol cost. It con be ordered in the United Stotes by visiting our Web site ot

GEAppliances.com or coiling 800.GE.CARES. In Conodo, visit your Iocol GE Applionces deoler. This product

should be used with the pedestol # SBSD!37HXX ond SBSD227FXX. Follow the pedestol Instollotion

Instructions.

3.5

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 (1S.6°C)for proper washer operation.

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

3.On carpet. The floor MUST be a hard surface with a maximum slope of 1/2" per foot (1.27cm per

30 cm). To make sure the washer does not vibrate or move, you may have to reinforce the floor.

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

covering.

IM PO RTANT:

Minimum Installation Clearances

, When installed in alcove: Sides, Rear,

Top = 0" (0 cm)

, When installed in closet: Sides, Rear,

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

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

FRONT

27.0"

= (88.8cm)

39.8"

(101.09cm)

. Closet door ventilation openings required:

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

*NOTE:With pedestal,52.6"

Stacked,84"

SIDE

33.6" b-

(85.3cm)

Installation instructions

UNPACKING THE WASHER

WARNING:Recycleordestroythecarton

and plastic bags after the washer is unpacked. Hake materials inaccessibleto children. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing

suffocation.

1. Cut and remove the top and bottom packaging straps.

2. While it is in the carton, carefully laythe washer on its

side.DONOTlay the washer on its front or back.

3. Turn down the bottom flaps-remove all base packaging,

including the cardboard, styrofoam base and styrofoam tub support (insertedin center of base).

NOTE:If gou are installing a pedestal, proceed to

the installation instructions that come with the pedestal.

4. Carefully return the washer to an upright position and

remove the carton.

5. Carefully move the washer to within/4 feet (122cm)

of the final location.

6. Remove the following from the back sideof the washer:

/4bolts /4plastic spacers (including rubber grommets)

/4power cord retainers

NOTE:Failure to remove the shipping braces can cause

the washer to become severely unbalanced. Saveall bolts for future use.

NOTE:If you must transport the washer at a later date, you must reinstall the shipping support hardware to prevent shipping damage. Keepthe hardware inthe plastic bag

provided. In caseyou misplaceyour shipping bolts, replacements

are available at additional cost.Theg can beordered in the United States by visiting our website at GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GE.CARES.In Canada,call 800.661.1616.Order

kit #WH49×10039.

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