GE GTAS8450D0WS Owner’s Manual

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

Operating Instructions

Appliance Communication ..... 9, 10

Care and Cleaning

of the Washer .................... ii

Features ........................... 7

Loading and Using

the Washer ........................ 8

Operating instructions .......... 4-6

Troubleshooting Tips ..... 12-14

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ................ 16

Parts and Accessories ........... 3, 16

Warranty .......................... 15

Printed in the United States

ENERGYSTAR

As an ENERGY STAR ® partner,

GE has determined that this
product meets the ENERGYSTAR®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

Write the model and serial

numbers here:
Model #
Serial #

You can find /"----_/
them under

the lid of the
washer.

49-90459 10-12 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

Thisisthe safety alert symbol. Thissymbol alerts to potential hazardsthat can kill or hurt and others. All safety
messageswill follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER","WARNING",or "CAUTION".Thesewords aredefined 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 hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor moderate

a or

you you you

inJury.

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock,or _njuryto persons when using your appliance, follow

basic precautions, including the following:

[] Readallinstructionsbeforeusingtheappliance.
[] 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 ina hot-water system that has not been used for 2 weeks

or more. HYDROGENGAS ISEXPLOSIVE.Ifthe 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 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.
[] DONOTreach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving. Wait until the machine has completely stopped before

opening the lid.

[] DONOTinstall or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
[] DONOTtamper with controls.

[] DONOTrepair 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 free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, ragsand chemicals.
[] DONOToperate this appliance if it isdamaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts

including a damaged cord or plug.
[] Unplugthe appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressingthe Power or Start/Pause button DOESNOT

disconnect power.

[] DONOTmix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover.Atoxic gas may be produced.
[] DONOTleave the washer door open.Anopen door could entice children to crawl insidethe washer.

[] The laundry processcan reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. Carefully follow the garment manufacturer's wash and care

instructions.
[] See "Electrical Requirements" located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.

SAVETHESE 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(800.452.2757).

[] 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 codes and ordinances. Follow details

in Installation Instructions.

[] Thiswasher doesnot include water supply hoses.

GEstrongly recommends the use of factory specified
parts.A list of factory hosesavailable for purchase are

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

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

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

Parts and 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!!
WX7X!

DR07X10002
DRM2E300V0

Accessory

4 ft RubberWater Supply Hoses

4 ft BraidedWater Supply Hoses

Tide®Washing Machine Cleaner*
Washer FloorTray

6' Cable
ACM,Splitter,two 6' Cables& a 1'

Cable

FUNCTIONALITYCHECK

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DONOTallow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary

when this appliance is used near children. Failure to follow this instruction may result in death
or injury to persons.

Confined

Space Hazard

[] If the lid isopened between cycles(i.e.not pausing and

restarting the current cycle, changing cycles after it
started, etc.)pushingthe Start button will cause the

washer to turn on the cold water for 5 secondsfollowed

by u 10 second delay before locking the lidand starting

the cycle.

WHEN NOT IN USE

[] Turn off water faucets to minimize leakage ifu break or

rupture should occur. Checkthe condition ofthe fill hoses;
GErecommends changing the hoses every 5 years.

[] If the lid isopenedduring this !5 second period,the word

PAUSEwill start scrolling across its display.You will have
to pushthe .Start button again to restart the cycle.

* Tide®is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble

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Operating instructions.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

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• Add fabric softener to the fabric • Loosely add items around in.fusorTM. , Select wash cycle.

softener dispenser; see page 7. Overloading may neqatively impact , Select wash options,

• Add detergent. GE recommends wash performance. _ee page 8 for including Fabric Softener
the use of High Efficiency _ suggested loading examples, option.

detergents in all Energy , Close lid. , Select options including
Star-rated washers. NOTE: Washer will not fill with lid Pretreat/Bleach option.

open.

Unlock Lid

Power

Pressto "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into idle mode.
NOTE:Pressing POWERdoes not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

, Press Start.

Start and Unlock Lid

PressStart to beginthe cycle.NOTE:Thelidmust be closed for the washer to fill and the cycle to start. If the lid is open,"UD"will scroll across

the display. If the lid isclosed,the lid will lock,theLID LOCKEDlight will light,the detergent will be dispensed,and "FILL"will scroll across the

display.
PressingUnlock Lid will Pause the cycle and the Start indicator light will blink.

Tocontinue the cycl< pressStart again. Ifmachine ispaused more than 2/4hours, the cycle will be cancelled. Ifwater remains in the machine,

selectthe Drain & Spin cycle to drain tub and spin water out of the washer tub.

Display and Status Lights

Display:

The display shows the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle.

NOTE:Thecycle time isaffected by how long it takes the washer to fill.This depends on the water pressure inyour 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.Stopsafter rebalancing iscomplete.
CYCLEPrEP Sensingdryload size prior to fill (normal).

• dELAY When Delay Wash isinitiated. Replaced with estimated time when cycle starts.
End Endof current cycle.

ES Washer in a delay start (4 hour maximum) awaiting lower energy rates (seethe Energy Smart section).
FILL Forthe first/45 secondsof a fill,the estimated end of cycle time is displayed. Forthe rest ofthe fill time, "FILL"is scrolled

until the fill completes.

H20 SUPPLY Cannot sense water level (valvespossibly turned off).
HEAt Water being heated for Sanitize cycle.

• Lid Cyclestopped because lid isopen. Closethe lid.
LOAdSenSE Sensing wet load size(normal).

PAUSE Cyclepaused becausethe StardPause button was pressed and the washer was set to Pause. PressStart button again to

restart the cycle.

Cyclestatus lights:
Showswhether the washer is inthe SOAK,WASH,RINSEor SPINcycle.

Feature status lights indicate (seesections F,G and Hfor more details):

V TheMy Settings feature is on for this cycle.

6 Thewasherislocked-willblinkonceifyoupressanybuttonorturnthecycleknob. _ Thelidislocked. SeetheControlLockdescription.

_1_))Thesignal is on. Seethe Variable Signal description.

EnergysmartTheEnergy Smart feature isselected. SeeAbout Appliance Communication section. _ ADelay Wash time is set.

The eWash feature isselected.

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Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob

Thewash cycle controls the type of washing process. TheCycleSelectorknob can be turned in either direction. Turning the knob after
starting u cycle will stop the washer and change the cycle/options to the new selection.PressStart to begin the new cycle selection.

NOTE:When the knob isturned to another cycle, the tub light is turned on to assist in loading.
Thechart below will helpyou match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

Speedwash Forsmall loads of lightly soileditems that are needed in a hurry. Provideslightwash/rinse and short high speedspin.

Delicates

Jeans*

Heavy Duty/Heavy Soil*

Dark Colors*

Whites*

Normal/Light Colors*

Towels/Sheets*

Sanitize

For lingerieand special-carefabrics with lightto normal soil.Provideslightwash and low speedspin.
For washing medium to lightly soiled jeans. Providesnormal wash and medium speed spin.(Forheavily soiled

work jeans, use Whites cycle.)
An above normal cycle for heavilysoiled or stained clothes.Asoak cycle isadded and the agitate cycle is extended

for extra cleaning.Thismore aggressive cycle should be used sparingly.
For non-colorfast cottons and blends or items that ore labeledcold wash. Providesnormal wash and medium speed

spin.
For heavy to lightly soiled whites, household linens, work and play clothes. Provides a heavy wash and a high

speedspin.
For heavy to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens,work and play clothes.Thiscycle providesthe best

overallcleaning and should beusedfor most everyday items.Providesnormalwash and medium speed spin.
Provides periods of agitation and soak tailored for washing towels and sheets. Provides normal wash and o

high speed spin.
When selecting sanitize, the washer increases the water temperature to sanitize and remove 99.9% of

bacteria found in home laundry. Provides on extra heavy wash and o medium spin.

NSF c........ial,Fam,y-Size_Clo,hesWasherstemperature (Hot)can NOT be changed.

_S_ [ NSF Protocol P172 NOTE:ThedefoultSanitizecyclewoter

Sanitization Performance of Residential and

Bulky Items/ For large coats, bed spreads, mattress covers, sleeping bags and similar large and bulky items. Large items

Comforters, Pillows such as blankets, comforters, jackets and small rugs. Provides a normal wash and an extra heavy spin.

Quick Rinse Rinses and spins non-soiled items where a rinse only is desired. Provides on extra light wash and on

extra high speed spin. Fabric Softener and Extra Rinse options are available with this cycle.

Drain & Spin For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. Provides a normal wash and a medium speed

spin.

BASKETclean Use for cleaning the basket of residue and odor. The washer will fill with hot water. Usethis cycle once a

month with liquid chlorine bleach or Tide® Washing Machine Cleaner.NOTE:Never load laundry while using
BASKETclean.The laundry may become damaged or contaminated. See the Care and Cleaning section.

* Cyclesavailable with Steam Assist

Steam Assist

Steam Assist//z_

Steam Assist adds steam into the washer before the main wash cycle and during Hand Wash, Jeans, Dark
Colors, Whites, Normal/Light Colors and Towels/Sheets cycles.

Touse:

1. Turn Power on and select one of the above wash cycles.

2. Press the Steam Assist button to activate.

3. Press the Start button.

Stain Removal Guide

The Stain Removal Guide feature allows you to indicate what stains ore on the garments in your load. This
feature con be used with any wash cycle except Sanitize.

" To use Stain Removal Guide:

1. Select the wash cycle.

2. Press the Stain Removal Guide button (the button will light up when it is on).

Continue to press to select tomato stain, oily stain, grass stain or dirt stain. The indicator light will show the

s_o_nRo,_ovo__._o selected stain.

.................... To select a different stain, press the Stain Removal Guide button until desired stain to be removed is lit.

To turn offStain Removal Guide, press until the light on the button turns off.
NOTE: The Soil and Temperature levels will be changed to match each stain type. Turning off Stain Removal
Guide will return the settings to default.

Settings

individual settings for agitation (Soil),water temperature (Tamp), and spin (Spin) can be set from the minimum (lowest in column) to
maximum (highest in column), in general, the higher up the column, the more washer energy will be used.

NOTE: Higher Spin speeds typically reduce dryer time/energy usage (i.e. reduces total energy when using both a washer and a dryer). 5