Ge GTW490ACJWS, MTW200AMKWW, HTW200ASKWW, HTW240ASKWW, GTW490ACJWW User Manual

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GE Appliances

GE’s 2015 27” Top Load Washer

HTW200ASKWW

MTW200AMKWW

GTW220ACKWW

HTW240ASKWW

GTW330ASKWW

GTW460ASJWW

GTW485ASJWW

GTW485ASJWS

GTW490ACJWW

GTW490ACJWS

GTW680BSJWS

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The information in this presentation is intended for use by individuals

possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic, &

mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a major appliance may

result in personal injury & property damage. The manufacturer or seller

cannot be responsible for the interpretation of this information, nor can it

assume any liability in connection with its use.

WARNING

To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing

this product. If electrical power is required for diagnosis or

test purposes, disconnect the power immediately after

performing the necessary checks.

RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES

If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to

complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be

returned to their original position & properly fastened.

Dyneema

Cut

Resistant Glove

Safety Glasses

must be

ANSI Z87.1-2003

compliant

Prescription

Safety Glasses

Plano Type Safety

Glasses

Steel Toe Work

Boot

Electrically Rated Glove

and Dyneema

Cut

Resistant Glove Keeper

Brazing Glasses

Cut Resistant Sleeve(s)

Although GE Factory Service Employees are required to use the personal

protection equipment (PPE) listed below, it is recommended for GE

authorized servicers to use them as well for your own protection.

GE Appliances

Louisville, KY 40225

Step 1

Plan and Prepare

Step 4

Apply LOTO device & Lock

Step 2

Shut down the appliance

Step 5

Control (discharge) stored

energy

Step 3

Isolate the appliance

Step 6

“Try It” Verify that the

appliance is locked out

Prior to disassembly of the Washer to access components, GE Factory Service

technicians are REQUIRED to follow the Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) 6 Step Process

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Some Features & Benefits

GTW680 Models

 Sanitize with Oxi: Remove 99.9 % of

bacteria with a dedicated cycle that

uses an Oxi additive to boost your

detergents cleaning power while

keeping fabric looking their best.

 Stain Removal Guide: Assist removing

tough stains with preprogrammed

settings that modify your cycle to treat

the four most common stains.

 Warm Rinse: Just what the consumer

ordered. The option to select between

a warm or cold rinse.

 Deep Fill: Adds more water for larger

loads.

 Deep Rinse: Removes any leftover soap

residue.

 Auto Soak: Loosens stains by soaking

up to 2 hours.

GTW460 Models

 Deep Fill: Adds more water for larger

loads.

 Dual-Action Agitator: Provide gentle,

dual-wash action.

 Deep Rinse: Removes any leftover soap

residue.

 Auto Soak: Loosens stains by soaking

up to 2 hours.

 Speed Wash: Delivers ready-to-go

results within minutes.

 Load Size: Automatically measures load

size, and adjusts settings and water

levels accordingly. Settings are

customizable, so you always get the

wash you want.

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Nomenclature

Brand

G-GE

H-Hot Point

M-Moffatt

Configuration

F-Front Load

T-Top Load - Rear control

N-Top Load - Front control

U-Unitized

Platform

W-Washer

D-Vented Dryer- Std

V-Vented Dryer- Long

C-Condenser Dryer

H-Heat Pump

Z-Flat Back Dryer- Long

X-Flat Back Dryer- Std

Series 1 1-9

Series 2 1-9

4 = 24” unitized

7 = 27” unitized

Series 3 1-9 Washer only

Fuel Type Dryer

E Electric

G Gas

P Propane

Partner Type

P-Premium Cost (color)

H-Home Depot

L-Lowes

S-Standard

C-Contract (Hoses)

M-Mabe

Product Type

R Riser

A 2” Cover Top Load

B 4” Cover Top Load

S Standard/Stationary

P Portable

Engineering #

Color

Year

Partner Type

Product Type

Fuel Type

Series 1, 2, 3

Configuration

Brand

Platform

G T W 6 8 0 B S J 0 W S

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Nomenclature and Mini (MAXI) Manual Location

Model ID Tag Location.

The mini (maxi) manual

location. Tilt washer

back to retrieve.

Serial Number

The nomenclature breaks down and explains what the letters and numbers

mean in the model number. The first two characters of the serial number

identify the month and year of manufacture. Example: LF123456S = June, 2015

A- JAN

D- FEB

F- MAR

G- APR

H- MAY

L- JUN

M- JUL

R- AUG

S- SEP

T- OCT

V- NOV

Z- DEC

2024- Z

2023- V

2022- T

2021- S

2020- R

2019- M

2018- L

2017- H

2016- G

2015- F

2014- D

2013- A

The letter designating the year repeats every 12 years.

The Model Serial ID Tag is located on the bottom edge of the lid.

The Mini Manual is in a storage bag on the inside bottom left side of the outer cabinet.

Water Levels

Approximate Minimum Water Levels

Impeller – 7 Gallons or 3 in. depth

from the bottom of the basket.

Agitator – 9 Gallons or 3-3/4 in.

depth from the bottom of the basket.

Approximate Maximum Water Levels

Impeller – 26 Gallons or 13-1/2 in.

depth from the bottom of the basket.

Press and hold for 3 seconds “Deep

Fill” to achieve.

Impeller “Bulky” setting water level is

25 gallons or 12-3/4 in. depth from

the bottom of the basket.

Agitator – 26 Gallons or 12-1/2 in.

depth from the bottom of the basket.

Set to super.

Tests are completed with an empty basket.

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Model Graphics

GTW460

GTW485 GTW490

GTW680

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Lid Assembly Removal

Remove the four Philips head screws (two on each side) and lift lid up to remove.

Remove the two 1/4 in. hex

head screws that secure

the control panel assembly

to the top cover.

Slide the control panel

assembly toward the rear

of the washer to expose the

hinge pin cover.

Hinge Pin

Cover

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Control Panel Assembly Removal

To remove the control

panel assembly:

Remove two 1/4 in. hex

head screws from the rear

corners of the control

panel.

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Control Panel Assembly Removal

Grasp the control panel

sides and push toward

the back of the washer

to disengage it from the

top cover.

Roll the control panel

toward the rear so the

pressure tube can be

seen and disconnected

from the control board.

IMPORTANT: To disengage the pressure tube from the control board, grasp the tube where it

connects to the pressure sensor on the board. Twist the tube while pulling it off the sensor.

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Control Panel Assembly Removal

Roll the control panel

forward to lay on its face

and remove four 1/4 in.

hex screws securing the

rear panel to the control

panel assembly and

remove.

Disconnect harness from

the control board.

IMPORTANT: When reinstalling the control panel assembly, ensure that all ground wires are

reconnected and tested for proper continuity to the ground terminal on the power cord.

RJ45

Connection

Lid Hinge

Hinge removal can be

achieved without

removing the top cover or

disconnecting the control

panel assembly

completely.

Remove the lid assembly.

Disengage the control

panel from the top cover

and slide toward the rear

to expose the hinge

mounting screws.

Video Link

Lid Hinge

Remove the hinge arm by

sliding it away from the

hinge assembly.

Slide a hand between the

tub cover and the top

cover and grasp the hinge

assembly.

This type hinge arm is only on the GTW680 model. All the other models will have the wire form hinge.

Lid Hinge

Remove the two 1/4 in.

hex head hinge mounting

screws and remove hinge

assembly from under the

top cover.

Lid Lock Striker

The lid lock striker slides into

the lid lock/switch assembly.

When a cycle is started the

lock assembly engages with

the striker preventing the lid

from opening during the cycle.

The latch has spring tension on

it to keep it engaged with the

switch/lock assembly.

Video Link

Lid Lock Striker

To remove the striker from

the lid:

Open the lid.

Using a small screwdriver

insert it into the small hole

below the striker.

Push inward gently on the

locking tab and turn the

striker to the left.

Lid Lock Striker

Pull the striker from the lid.

Lid Switch/Lock Assembly

The lid lock and switch are together in

one part. It requires 120 VAC to activate

the lock.

The approximate resistance of the lock

coil is 70 ohm from Red – Violet from

J512 board connector.

Checking between Red and Yellow wire at

the same board connector will show the

continuity of the lid switch.

Video Link

Lid Switch/Lock Assembly

Push the tabs out from the

side of the lock body and

then push up to remove the

bezel from the top cover

To remove the lid switch/lock

assembly:

Remove the bezel from the

top cover by reaching under

the top cover toward the

lock assembly and feel for

the bezel tabs the extend

through the lock body.

Tabs

Lid Switch/Lock Assembly

Slide the lock assembly to

the left first to disengage

the right tab, then slide to

the right allowing the lock

assembly disengage

from the top cover.

Using a small screwdriver,

push down gently on the

tab that prevents the lock

assembly from sliding.

Lid Switch/Lock Assembly

Pull the lock assembly from under the top cover and disconnect the harness connector.

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Two Coil Water Valve

Remove two 1/4 in. hex

head screws that go

through the thermistor

mounting bracket into

the body of the valve.

Turn water supply off to

valve. Hoses do not need

to be disconnected at

this time.

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Two Coil Water Valve

Remove thermistor by pulling up on lip of thermistor. Ensure O-ring is removed with thermistor.

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