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.

Step 4

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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

Operating instructions.

Cycle Options

Soak

This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then movesthrough the rest of the cycle automatically.

Repeatedpressing of the Soak button will add 15,then 30 and then return back to 0 soak minutes.

Extra Rinse

When you useextra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, use the Extra Rinse option to better remove additional residues.

NOTE:Thisoption isnot allowed for some cycles.
Fabric Softener

Setthis option to provide a deeprinse or when manually adding fabric softener to the rinse cycle.NOTE:Thisoption isnot allowed for some
cycles.When allowed, it may change other settings (e.g.Spin may go to a higher setting) to maximize performance.

NOTE:Donot usefabric softener dispensing ballswith this washer. Theydo not work correctly in high e_ciency washers.
Pretreat/Bleach

Setthis option to add pretreatment -OR- bleach in the next load. Pressonce to indicate adding pretreatment (light on above button), twice
to specify bleach (light on below button),three times to turn off (nolight). Pretreatment or bleach will be added at the optimal time during the
wash cycle (differsfor pretreatment or bleach).

NOTE:DoNOTuse pretreatment and bleach in the same load. tfyou forget to dispense (did not press button once or twice), you can flush

out the dispenser by pouring water into the compartment and running a Quick Rinse cycle to remove from the tub.

Delay Wash

When the Delay Wash button is repeatedly pressed,the delay time is set from ! (01H)to 9 (09H)hours and back to clear (00H)hours. Ifyou

pressand hold the Delay Wash button for 5 seconds, it will immediately reset.

Additional Options

Ply Settings

Asthe cycle selector knob isturned, the Soil,Tamp and Spin settings change to automatic pre-set default settings. Ifyou desire a different

setting, selectthe desired options or changes to cycle settings. Pressand hold the My Settings button for 5 seconds,the washer will save
these settings for that cycle and the status heart V and My Settings button will light when active. Inthe future, when you turn the selector

knobto that cycle,your settings will be automatically recalled.To temporarily (i.e.for this load) return to the pre-set default settings, press
the My Settings button for 1/2 second.The status heart V and button lightswill turn off and the options will change back to these defaults.
To makethese default settings permanent, hold the My Settings button again for 5 secondsto make them your preferred settings (the

lightswill turn back on).NOTE:My Settings includesStain Removal Guide and Steam Assist but NOTDelay Wash or Variable Signal.

Variable Signal

Usethe Variable Signal button to change the volume of the end of cycle signal. Pressthe button until you reach the desired volume (high,

medium, low) or off.

Basket Light
Thebasketlightwillturn on when the Basket Light button ispressed,thelidislifted,orthecycleknob isturned.It willstay onfor 5 minutesor untilthe

BasketLight button or Powerbutton is pressed.

Control Lock
You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Oryou can lockthe controls after you have started a cycle. Children

cannot accidentally start the washer by touching buttons with this option selected.
To lock the washer controls, pressand hold the Control Lock button for 5 seconds.The control lock icon will light up when it ison.

To unlock the washer controls, press and hold the Control Lock button for 5 seconds.

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

eWash

When the eWash button is pressed,the cycle changes to its most energy efficient settings and all of the eMonitor lights will light to indicate
that the most efficient settings are on. if you change settings,the eWash light will go off and the number of eMonitor lights will decrease (or

increase)to indicate decreased (or increased)energy efficiency settings.

Automatic Load Sensing

This provides the correct amount of water suited to the size and type of load placed in the unit. The washer will not fill with water
during automatic load sensing ifthe lid is open. When the lid is closed the machine is able to begin filling with water in order to

sense the load size.
NOTE: This is a high efficiency washing machine with lnfusor TM wash action. This system requires less water while providing effective

cleaning action. You may notice that the water level is lower than on your previous washer. This is normal for an lnfusorm-equipped

washer.

Average Small Load Average Medium Load Average Large Loud

ClothesLevel

ClothesLevel

Water Level

ClothesLevel

Water Level

Water Level

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Laundry Additives

Alladditives - detergent, fabric softener,and pretreatments (e.g.OxiClean®)are added in the front corners.Your option selections will determine
when each additive isautomatically dispensed at its optimal time in the wash or rinse cycle.

Pretreatment or Liquid Bleach

Toadd either liquid pretreatment or liquid bleach to

Pretreatment or Liquid
Bleach Compartment

just the next load, pour only one of them in the left

rear compartment and pressthe Pretreat/Bleach
button either once to light the pretreat light (above
button) or twice to light the bleach light (below

button).The liquid will beadded at the optimal time
(pretreatment - early or bleach - late)in the wash
cycle.

Pretreatment option _I

r_ Check clothing care labelsfor special

instructions.

r_ Measure liquid pretreatment carefully, following

instructions on the bottle.

J31 Before starting the washer, pour measured

amount of pretreatment directly into the
compartment.

Thewater fill
Bleach option @

dilutes liquid
chlorine bleach as

the washer fills for the wash cycle.
j]'] Checkclothing care labelsfor special

instructions.

[] Measure liquid bleach carefully,following

instructions on the bottle.
[] Neverpour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach

directlyonto clothes or into the wash
basket.

[] Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach

compartment.

Beforestarting the washer, pour measured

%

amount of bleach directly into bleach
compartment. Avoid splashing or over-filling
dispenser,tfyou prefer to use powdered
bleach,add it into the wash basket with your
detergent.

[] Do not mixchlorine bleach with ammonia

or acidssuch as vinegar and/or rust
remover.Mixing can produce a toxic gas
which may cause death.

SingleWash DetergentDispenser

\

Single Use Softener

Single Wash Detergent Dispenser

Tomanually add either powder or liquid detergent
to the next wash cycle,pour it in the left front
opening. Mostdetergent will immediately enter
the tub. The washer will flush water through
this opening just prior to the fill cycle to add any
detergent that did not fall into the tub.

NOTE:Do not put tablet cleaners in the single
wash detergent dispenser.

Detergent tablets should be added to the bottom
of the washer basket before clothes are placed

inside.

Single Use Softener

Toadd fabric softener to the next load, pressthe
Fabric Softener button and pour the softener into

the right opening.The liquid will beadded at the
optimum time in the rinse cycle.

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Loading and using the washer.

Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

SortingWashLoads

Sort by color (whites,lights, colors),soil level, and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth,
fabric type (sturdycottons, easy care, delicates) chenille)or collects lint (velveteen,corduroy).

DONOTwashfabricssoiledwith flammableliquidsor cleaningsolvents.
Nowashercon completelyremoveoil.

DONOTdry anythingthat has everhodanytype of oil on it(includingcookingoils).
Doingso con resultindeath,explosion,or fire.

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Fire Hazard

ProperUseof Detergent

Usingtoo little or too much detergent is a common

cause of laundry problems.

Uselessdetergent ifyou have soft water, a smaller load

or a lightly soiled load.

Forspots,apply pre-treatment to items as recommended
on the product label.Application shouldbe made in
the basketto prevent overspray which may causethe
coloring on the lid or graphicsto fade.

LoadingtheWasher

Load dry items loosely in the washer basket. Forbest

results,load items evenly and loosely around the
outside of the basket.To add items after washer has

started, press Unlock Lid, lift the lid and submerge
additional items around the outside of the basket. Close

the lid and pressStart to resume.

Loading Examples*

JEANS

3 Jeans

5 Work Wear Shirts
4 Work Wear Pants

TOWELS/SHEETS

2 Both Sheets

5 Both Towels/

12 Washcloths

6 Hand Towels/

2Terrydoth Both Mats

OR

2 Fiat Queen-Sized

Sheets

2 Fitted Queen-Sized

Sheets

4 Pillowcases

NORMAL

4 Pillowcases

2 Hand Towels

2 Flat Sheets/

2 Fitted Sheets
2 Both Towels/

4 Washcloths

6 Shirts (Hen's

or Women's)

4 Pair Pants (Khakis

or Twills)

5T-shirts

7 Pairs of Boxers

4 Pairs of Shorts

6T-shirts

4 Pairs of Sweatpants

4 Sweatshirts

2 Hoodies

7 Pairs of Socks

GErecommends the useof High Efficiency
detergents in all EnergyStar rated washers.

HEdetergents are formulated to work with low water
wash and rinsesystems. HEdetergents reduce
the oversudsing problems commonly associated
with regular detergents.

When using high efficiency or concentrated detergents,
consult the product label to determine amount required
for optimum performance. Excessivedetergent will
negatively impact wash performance.

it Do not place large items such assheets,blankets

and towels acrossthe InfusorTM. Loadthem around

the outside of the basket.

it Do not put lawn or sofa cushions into the washer as

they are too big to move.Removeouter coversand

ONLYwash them.

SPEEDWASH

(2-4 GARMENTS)

2 Casual Wear

Work Shirts

1 Pair Casual Wear

Work Pants

OR

3 Soccer Uniforms

OR

OR

DELICATES*

7 Bras

7 Pairs of Underwear

3 Slips

2Camisoles

4 Nightgowns

*Using a nylon mesh

bag for smaJl items is
recommended.

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CleanSpeak"

Thiswasher can communicate with a compatible
dryer (one whose Owner's Manual contains a
CleanSpeak description) via a cable between these
appliances. Thiscable comes with a CleanSpeak
dryer models or may be purchased separately.

Washer

Dryer

Brillion Enabled Communication

Thiswasher (and/or compatible dryer)can
communicate with your Home Computer and/or

iPhone®. By usingthe GENucleusTM Home Energy
Manager and Appliance Communication Module

(ACH)you will be able to see thefollowing:
On your home computer or iPhone®:

• Which cycle is running and what its current cycle
segment is(example,"Spinning").

The estimated time remaining of the cycle that

has been selected.

When a cycle has completed.
Alerts notifying you ifthe washer needs

maintenance or servicing.

What your software allows you to do:

NOTE:Messages aredisplayed in English.See
vwwv.ge6rillion.com or call 1-800-220-6899 for

possiblelanguage options.

Cycle display will provide the current status of the
wash cycle:

Soak,Main Wash, Rinse,Spinorcomplete.

Alerts will notify you of problems. Some examples:

Longfill time
Not reaching water temperature target

Lidlock problem
Pressureswitch error

What you will need for two-way communication:

Nucleus home energy manager model

Appliance Communication Module model

Broadband connection with router (Wi-Fifor

iPhone® connection)

Computer (Mac®or PC)and/or Internet capable

iPhone®

NOTE:Ifyou also have a compatible EnergySmart

dryer,see Installation Instructions for additional

parts.

Atthe end of the wash cycle, the washer sends a
signal to the dryer to indicated a preferred dry cycle.
When the dryer becomes idle ("End" display times
out - or- the door isopened) "CYCLE"will scroll
acrossits cycle time display, its current cycle knob
setting LEDwill be lit, and (if different)a second
recommended cycle LEDwill blink.If "CYCLE"times
out, pressing POWERwill refresh it and the LEDs.
Ifthe dryer cycleknob isturned, the solidLEDwill
move accordingly. Pressingthe dryer STARTwill
initiate the cycle knob setting (solid LED)and turn off
the recommended (blinkingLED)if a different cycle

isstarted.

installation
Step 1: Installyour Nucleus Home Energy Manger/

Cable- near your internet routen

Referto the Quick Start Guide/Installation
Instructions included with this devicefor

information needed to download software to a
desktop and/or iPhone®.

Step 2: Installyour Appliance Communication
Module (ACP1)inyour Laundry area. Determine
the most convenient location for your ACM.Install
the ACMaccording to the QuickStart/Installation

Instructions included with the device.
Step 3: Connect your ACHto your washer or dryer-

washen

Washer

- OR-

ACM

WoOer

TheACHcomes with a splitter,two 6' cables,and
a !' cable (seeParts and Accessories). tfyou also
havean Energy Smart dryer, usethe splitter to
connect both appliances. NOTE:tf the dryer did not
come with a 6 foot cable, you may need to purchase

a second 6 foot cable (seeParts and Accessories).
For more information or questions, pleasevisit:

www.ge6rillion.eom or call 1-800-220-6899.

About Appliance Communication.

Energy Smart TM

Energy Smart enables your washer to reduce

energy consumption during periods of high energy
costs. Ifyou liveinan area where your power
provider charges different rates at various times of
the day,your washer can inform you when you are
paying the highest rate. TheEnergy Smart icon will
illuminate on the washer control panel,the cycle
time will display "ES",and the operation will be in
a delay mode. Thewasher will delay start (upto 4
hours) until the rate goes down. You can override
this feature by holding the Delay Wash button for
5 seconds to cancel and run it at your convenience
(immediately or delayed 1-9 hours).

What you will need:

• Smart Meterto communicate with your washer
(cullyour power provider)

• An Energy Smart washer (likethis one)

• An Appliance Communication Module (ACM)

Installation:

Step !: Powerprovider installs a Smart Meter
Steps2 & 5:Install an ACM.Seethe Brillion Enabled

Communication section.

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Wash Basket: Leave the lid open offer woshing to ollow

moisture to evoporote. Ifyou wont to cleon the basket,
use o cleon, soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent;

then rinse. (Do not use horsh or gritty cleaners.)

Use the BASKETdean cycle:
Using the washing machine in a humid space for a long

period of time may lead to a buildup of black mold and

germs in the air inside the washer basket and affect your

health. Ifyou clean the washer tub regularly on a monthly
basis using BASKETclean it will keep the washer basket

clean for hygienic use.

:1 Add tub cleaner or lime scale remover directly into the

washer basket.

• Detergent may remain in the washer tub after
cleaning.

• When you use liquid chlorine bleach, load it into the

liquid chlorine bleach compartment.

• When you use a powdered cleaner, add it into the
single wash detergent dispenser. See the Single

Wash Detergent Dispenser section.

• When you use cleaning tablets, ploce them directly

into the wosher tub. (Do not odd tablet cleoner to

the single wosh detergent dispenser.) See the Single

Wash Detergent Dispenser section.

2 Press the Power button.

3 Turn the selector knob to BASKETclean.

4 Press the Start button.

NOTES:

• Never loud laundry while using BASKETdean. The Ioundry
moy become damoged or become contominoted. Make

sure to clean the wosher bosket when it is empty.

• It is recommended to leave the lid open offer finishing the
laundry to keep the tub cleon.

• It is recommended that BASKETclean should be repeated
monthly.

• Ifmildew or musty smell olreody exists,run o BASKETdean
cycle, once o week, for 3 consecutive weeks.

Glass Lid (onsome models): Use o clean, soft cloth
dampened with o vinegar ond water solution.

Fill Hoses: GE recommends changing the hoses every
5 years.

Exterion Immediotely wipe off ony spills. Wipe with damp
cloth. Try not to hit surface with shorp objects.

Interion The occosionol use of o cycle that contains
bleach will keep the inside of the wosher clean.

Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove
woter from droin pump ond hoses. See the Installation

Instructions pocked with product for informotion on how

to reinstall the shipping rod to keep the tub stotionary
when moving the washer. For more informotion, visit

GEAppliances.com or coil 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to weather.

Long Vacations: Besure woter supply is shut off ot
foucets. Drain oil water from hoses if weather will be

below freezing.

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Before you call for service...

.Savetime and money! Review the charts on the following pages,

Troubleshooting Tips

or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.

WATER Possible Causes What To Do

Short spray and delay

after pushing the Start
button

Water level seems low

Banging sound during
drain

Too many suds

Water leaks Type of detergent • Switch to HE_ detergent.

Water temperature Coolerwater temperatures . New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash

Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cycle was put in . Resetcycle.

cycle is complete pause for over 8 hours
Water won't drain Drain hose is kinked or . Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.

Washer pauses at the This is normal . The washer is sensing the load.
beginning of cycles

Washer pauses during The Auto Soak Option . This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and
wash cycle was chosen soak during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with

Washer pauses during Thisis normal . Thewasher may pause during the spin cycleto remove

spin cycle soapy water more efficiently.

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Lid was opened and closed
between cycle selection and

start

This is normal

Drain stand pipe is too low

Soft water
Too much detergent

Type of detergent . Switch to HE@ detergent.

Using too much detergent _ Use lessdetergent. Uselesssoup if you havesoft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.

Fill hoses or drain hose is _ Hake sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed. Hake sure end of drain hose

Household drain may _ Checkhousehold plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.

Drain hose rubs on wall . Hake sure drain hosedoes not make contact with the wall.

Constant water pressure . Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after each use.
to the fill hoses at the . Checkcondition of the fill hoses;they should be replaced

water source every 5 years.

efficiency performance.
Water supply is turned off . Turn both hot and coldfaucets fully on and make sure hoses

or improperly connected are connected to correct faucets. NOTE:Water valvesare marked

Water valve screens are . Turn off the water sourceand remove the water connection
stopped up hosesfrom the upperback of the washer. Usea brush or

Cool/Cold Water when . Thisis normal. PerfecTempsenseswater temperature and
selecting Hot optimizes for best results.Cold water isadded periodically

House water heater is . Hake sure house water heater isdelivering water at
not set properly 120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).

improperly connected . Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (!.8 m)

. This is normal. See FUNCTIONALITYCHECKin the Safety

Instructions section.

Water may not cover the top level of the clothes.
Thisis normal for this high efficiency washer.

Thedrain hose must exceed 32" height at some point between
the washer back and the drain pipe.

• Try lessdetergent.
. Heusure your detergent carefully. Uselesssoup ifyou have

soft water, a smaller loud or a lightly soiledload.

iscorrectly inserted in and secured to drain facility.

Nay cause excessivewear on the hose.

"H" and "C"and internal valve screens are color coded.

toothpick to clean the screens inthe machine. Reconnect
the hosesand turn the water back on.

when hot is selected.

above floor.

lesswear.

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OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do

Washer does not fill This is normal • The lid must be closed for washer to fill or operate.
when lid is open

Washer won't operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.

Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
Controls are not set properly • Check controls.
Lid is open--safety feature • Close lid and press Start.

prevents agitation and
spinning when lid is up

Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should have a separate outlet.

Electronics need to be reset • Unplug washer, wait 2 minutes, plug back in and press Start.
Start was not pressed • Press Start.

Lid magnet missing • Call for service.

Unexplained time and/or Changing options • This is normal. Several options will change other options to
settings changes maximize washer performance.

Movement inside machine Shifting mechanism is • When the machine is manually turned off, the shifter will
when shut off disengaging the motor disengage the motor before completely shutting down.

Basket seems loose Basket moves or rotates freely • Washer basket does not have a traditional brake. Basket will

PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do
Clothes too wet Incorrect cycle selected. • Make sure the cycle selected matches the load you are

Wash load out of balance • Redistribute load in washer and run through Drain &Spin cycle.

Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric • Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow

softener directions for using dispenser.

Dye transfer • Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.

Grayed oryellowed Detergent amount • Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer's directions.
clothes Hard water • Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install

Water is not hot enough • Make sure water heater is delivering water at

Washer is overloaded • Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the

Dye transfer • Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately,

Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried • Ifyou do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer, your
clothes clothes may retain more lint.

Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
Washing too long • Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads.

Detergent not dissolving • Rewash using Quick Rinse cycle with Extra Rinse option.

Overloading • Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. For best results, load

Incorrect use of fabric
softener

If lid is raised before the motor isdisengaged, it will resume
when lid is closed.

move freely. This is normal.

washing. Somefabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water.

• Make sure you have selected the Fabric Softener option.

• Pretreat stain and rewash using Quick Rinse cycle before drying.

a water softener.

120°F-!40°F (48°C-60°C).

washer basket. For best results, load items around the outside
of the basket.

unstable dyes may be indicated.

• Try a liquid detergent.

• Use warmer water temperature.

items around the outside of the basket.

• Check fabric softener package for instructions
and follow directions for using dispenser.

• Make sure you have selected the Fabric Softener option.

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Troubleshooting Tips

PERFORNANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do

Pilling Result of normal wear on poly-. Whilethis is not caused by the washer, you can slow the

cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics pilling processbywashing garments insideout.
Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins,snaps, hooks, sharp . Fastensnaps,hooks, buttons and zippers.
or excessivewear buttons, belt buckles, . Removeloose items likepins,objects in pockets and

zippers and sharp objects sharp buttons.

left in pockets • Turn knits(which snag easily)inside out.

Undiluted chlorine bleach . Checkbleach package instructions for proper amount.

. Never add undiluted bleachto wash or allow clothes to

come in contact with undiluted bleach.

Chemicals like hair bleach or . Rinseitemsthat may have chemicals on them before

dye, permanent wave solution washing. UseQuick Rinse cyclewith Extra Rinseoption.
Wrinkling Incorrect wash and . Hatch Cycleselectionto the type of fabric you are washing

dry cycles (especiallyfor easy care loads).

Improper sorting . Avoid mixing heavy items (likework clothes)with light items

Overloading or incorrect • Looselyloudclothesinthe washer basket.

water level

Repeated washing in . Wash inwarm or cold water.

water that istoo hot
Bleach left in dispenser Didn't start or finish cycle . Runeither a BASKETcleanora Quick Rinse cycle(with Bleach

after adding bleach option)to clean out the dispenser.Inthe future, make sureto

(likeblouses).

• Try a fabric softener.

selectBleach option when adding bleach.

SOUNDS Possible Causes Reason

Washer seems This is normal . Thewasher isveryquiet during portions of the wash cycle.

too quiet

"Netallic clicking" Shifter mechanism is . The drive system will engage at the start of agitate and

engaging or disengaging disengage when agitate iscomplete.Thisoccurs multiple

times during the wash.

Back and forth "swoash" Electric motor reversing . Thismachine has a drivesystem that doesn't use gears.
or light "clicking" sound direction Thissound isthe motor rotating backandforth to clean

during agitate your laundry.
Quick short agitation Clothing redistribution . Atthe end of agitate, the motor makes short agitation strokes

sounds at end of agitate to redistribute the load.
"Click" when water Relay switch . The relay makes a click sound when activated. The water

stops filling levelactivates the relay and stops filling.
"Clicking" behind Control Automatic Temperature . Two valvesmix cold and hot water. The "clicking" iswhen either

Panel during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raise or lowerthe fillwater temperature.
Water flow changes Automatic Temperature . Two valvesmix cold and hot water. The flow changes when either

during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raise or lowerthe fillwater temperature.
Notor "whining up" or Motor ramping up/down . Themotor will speed up incrementally during the spin cycle.

"coasting down" in spin during spin cycle When spin iscomplete, itwill coast until it stops.
"Humming" Water drain pump . Thedrain pump will make a humming sound when pumping

out water after agitation stops and continue until spin is complete.

"Gurgling" Water drain pump . When the pump starts drawing in air,Itstarts to gurgle.

Thewasher shouldthen begin spinning and the sound will
continue until it isdonespinning.

Water "swishing" Thisis normal • Thiswasher usesa InfusorTM wash action.Water swishingwhile

the unit is agitating isnormal,especiallywith smaller loads.

Washer is noisy Washer is uneven . Tolevelthe washer, adjust the leveling legs by rotating the

individual leg in the proper direction for up or down.

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GE Washer Warranty.

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule service,
on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES

(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number
available when calling for service.

For The Period Of'.

One Year

From the date of the
original purchase

What Is Not Covered:

[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

[] Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
[] Failure of the product if it isabused, misused, or

used for other than the intended purpose or used
commercially.

[] Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
[] Products which are not defective or broken, or which are

working as described in the Owner's Manual.

[] Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods

or acts of God.

We Will Replace:

Any factory specified part of the washer which fails due to u defect in materials or workmanship.

During this limited one-year warranty, we willalso provide, free of charge, all labor and related

service to replace the defective part.

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

[]Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible

defects with this appliance.

[] Defects or damage due to operation in freezing

temperatures.
[]Damage causedafter delivery.
[] Product not accessible to provide required service.

EXCLUSION OF INPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,
are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

Thiswarranty isextendedto the original purchaser and any succeedingowner for products purchased for home usewithin
the USA.Ifthe product is located in an area where service bya GEAuthorized Serviceris not available,you may be responsible

for a trip chargeor you may berequired to bring the product to an Authorized GEServicelocation. InAlaska,the warranty excludesthe
costof shipping or servicecallsto your home.

Ifyou need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use GEfactory specified parts. These parts are designed to work
with your appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GEspecifications.

Somestates do not allow the exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Thiswarranty givesyou specificlegal
rights,andyou may alsohave other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are,consultyour local or

state consumer affairs office oryour state'sAttorney General.

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Individuals qualified to servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes
(VISA,MasterCardand Discovercards areaccepted).Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone

at 800.626.2002 during normal businesshours.
If you need to order replacement parts,we recommend that you only useGEfactory specified parts.These

parts are designed to work with your appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GEspecifications.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper

servicing may cause unsafe operation.

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