GE GWSE5240H3WW, GWSE5240H2WW, GWSE5240H1WW Owner’s Manual

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Safety Information .......... 3

Operating Instructions

Control Panels and Settings . . .4-6

Featmes ................. 7, 8

Loading and Using

tile _4'asher . .............. 9-19

Stain Guide ............. 11,19

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call

For Serxice ............. ] ,9,-15

Customer Service

Service Telephone Numbers . . .18

Warranty ............... ]6, ] 7

GWSE5200

WBSE6 2 l 0

175D1807P394 49-90737 04-02 dR

A ServicePartnership.

IMPORTANT!

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proot ot the o_iginal i)m'chase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty:

YOURRECORDS

Write the model and serial numbershere:

# #

You can find them in the upper _ight corner on the back oI yore" washe_:

READTHISMANUAL

Inside _ou will find many helpflfl hints on how to use and maintain your washer i)roperly.,lust a little prexentixe care on _om" pint can saxe you a great deal of time and mone_ oxer the life of _om" washe_:

IFYOUNEEDSERVICE

You'll find many answei's to COlnlnon problems in the Before YouCarlForService section. If you review oui"

chart of TroubleshootingTipsfi_'st, you may not need to call fi)r service at all.

If you do need service, you can relax knowing hel I) is only a phone call awa\; A list of toll-free customer service number's is included in the back section. Or call 1.800..161 ..1400.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

a, WARNING!Foryoursafe theinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetheriskoffire

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

WATERHEATERSAFETY

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.

If the hot water has not been used fin" two weeks or more, prevent tile possibility (ff damage or iqjtu y by turning on all hot _ter fimcets and allowing them to mn fin" several minutes. Do this befin'e using any electrical

appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gz_sis flammable, do not smoke or use an open flanle or appliance during this process.

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 sheet, you can receive one by calling, toll-free 1,800.361,3400.

• Install or store where it will not be exposed to • Proper]) ground _sher to confimn with all g_)verning temperatt_res below freezing or exposed to the codes and oMinances. Follow details in Installation

weather Instructk)ns.

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

• Keep the area underneath and around your appliances flee of combustible materials such as

lint, pai)ei; rags, chemicals, etc.

• Close supervision is necessar) if this appliance is

used b'_ or near children. Do not allow children to play on, with, or inside this or any other appliance.

Use this appliance

only for its

intended purpose as

described in this Owner's

Manual

WHENUSINGTHEWASHER

• Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids

such as vinegar and/or rust removei: MiMng

difli_rent chemicals can produce a toxic gas which

Ill,IV C_ltlse death.

• Do not *_nsh or di y articles that have been cleaned

in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted x_ith combustible

or explosive subst;mces (such as wax, oil, paint,

gasoline, degweasers, dr)_cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which ma) ig_]ite or explode. Do not add these

substances to the _lst] _lter Do not use or place

these substances around }_)ur washer or dryer

during operation.

WHENNOTINUSE

• Turn off water fimcets to relieve pressure on hoses and ',:dyes and to minimize leakage if a break or

rupture should occm: Check the condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced evei T 5 yeai_.

• Befi>re discarding a washei; or removing it fl'om seiMce, remove the washer lid to prevent children ti'om hiding inside.

• Tile laundIw process can reduce the flame retaMancy of ti_brics. To avoid such a result, careflllly fi>llow the gallilent l/]allttlilcttli'ei"s w;ish and care illsti'tlc[ions.

• To minimize the possibili_, of electric shock, unplug this appliance ti'om the power supply or disconnect

the washer at the household distribution panel bv removing the Rise or switching off the drcuit

breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE."Turning the Cycle Selector knob to

an off position does NOTdisconnect the appliance fi'om the power supply.

• Never attempt to operate fills appliance if it is damaged, malfimcdoning, partial]) disassembled,

or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless spedfically recommended in this

Owner's Manual, or in published use>repair instructions that w)u undeistand and have the

skills to carry out.

• Do not tamper with controls.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe washer controlpanel

• Selectload size and

• Addclothes otherwash options

° Select wash cycle

• Closelid

• Adddetergent

QuickStartGuide

NOTE:Whenmakinga selectionwith anyknob,simply pointthe knobanywherewithin the shadedrangefor thatsetting.

Model GWSE5200

_]tL SOAK --WASHTIMF/TFMPSDELAVAGE-- DINSE ZNDRINSE SPIN

LOAD/CHARGE 5 SPEEDS/VITESSES AUTO TEMPERATURE

SUPER RE NORMAL- NORMAL- COLD-COLD HOT-COLD

WASHSPJN WASHR_NSE

LAVAGEE_SORAGE LAVAGZR/N_AGE

NORMAL DEL FR01D-EROID CHAOD-FR01D OFF

DE_-'_i!_: 2:_:i DEL-i;':_;: ?_:N

MEDI

SMALL CASUALS W_.RM-COLD PE11TE TOUT-ALLER T]EDE-FN01D

OPTIONS

2_dR/N_/R/N_GE

_EMPLISSAGET_E_PAGE I_UI_ _Z_I_ 9MI_ G_IN RIVAGE _IN_AGE ESSORAG_

Q_ICKBINSEI

COTTONS U HT/ [G 7 RAPIDE ESS0_A5E

COTONS D _ _;:_ _: AUT0S0AN

MEDIUM TREMPAGE S_TART

suP_

ADTOSOAK, __HMEDIUM STOPA/uASRRET

TREMPAGE

RIN_AEESPIN0NLY/ EASY CARE

L_ ER LEGEB SEUI. PERMA PRESS

_:!_i_; EXTRA ......

_',/ _ MEDIUM

3_ MEDIUM EXTRA LEGEE DEUCATE

CASUALS

TOUT-ALLER

• PushSTART

Model WBSE6210

LOAD/CHARGE 6 SPEEDS/VITESSES AUTO TEMPERATURE OPTIONS

SMALL

PETITE LAVADEALA MAIN TOGT-ALLER FROID-FROID TIEDE-TIEDE OFF

ROT-COLD SIGNAL

FILL SOA_ --WASHTIME/TEMPSO_LAVAG_- _lt_SE ZNt]B_SE SpN

R_MPLISS_GETR_MPA_ I_IN I_MIN 9MI_ 6_1_ _I_G_ RI_G_ ESSORA_

COTTONS QUICK_INSE_

2ndRINSE_IN_AGE LEGEB eAFI_E _SS0_AGE

2_d DINSFJ_IN_AGE MEDIUM EXTRA HAND WASW PAUSE

COTONS ]I_}HT/ RIN_AGESPI_IONLY/ SPOTSP'DJ'Y

MEDIUM ii_i_ _i_ _SEULAGTOSOAK

EXTRA _ i_i_TREMPADE 15

AUTOSOAK MEDIUM DEPART

TREMPADE 30 ..... LIDRT/L_DER DELICATE STOP/ARR_

CASUALS LAVAGE_LAMAIN

TOUT-ALLER

EXTRA EASY CARE

_ PERMA PRES_._

Aboutthe controlsettings.

Color Logic (on some models)

Select the correct TEMPERATUREsetting, Match the particular color below the words with the same color on the WASH/SPIN SPEEDsetting. Next, match the color again with the same color on

the Cycle Selector knob.

Example: Washing a load of medium soiled cotton towels and sheets.

_] Choose the LOADSIZE

['_ Choose the TEMPERATUREsetting--Ior this load it would be the HOTCOLD (which is a

partictflar color).

[_] Choose the WASH/SPINSPEEDsetting that matches that color--tOt this load it would be the

NORMAL FAST

[_ Turn the Cycle Selector knob to the area that has the same color as the TEMPERATUREand

WASH/SPIN SPEEDsettings you hme chosen--tbr this load it _oukl be the COTTONSarea,

Turn the knob to the MEDIUM setting.

_ LoadSize

I,oosely load clothes no higher than the top row oI holes in the washer tub. The water lexel should

just coxer the clothes.

_ Wash/Spin Speeds

The agitator moxes clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the c}cle to release _z_ter fi'om the load. The _4._sh/Spin Speed dial sets the speed ot both the agitntor and the basket,

Wash Speeds

With Normal Speed, the agitntor will move at a high speed for the ti_t few minutes, then it slows

down to a moderate speed. This gets yore" clothes clean while reducing wear on yore" clothing. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes.

With Delicate Speed, the agitntor moves slowe_: Use t0r delicate and knit items. With Hmldwash, the agitator will move slowly and will pause ti)r periods to allow the clothes to

soak. Use tbr items labeled handwash.

With Casuals, the agitntor will agitnm and then pause to soak w_m" clothes. It provides a gender way to wash umr wfinkle-ti'ee and pemmnent press items and' knits.

Spin Speeds

The NormaJ spin speed is for nomml items. Use it to remove more water ti'om yore" clothes to allow them to dry fi_ster in the dryer;

The Delicate spin speed is fl)r delicate items like sweatet_ and lingerie. \4]_en using Slow spin speed, clothes will be less d_' than when using Nomml spin speed.

Aboutthe controlsettings.

Temperature

Select the water teml)eratm'e tiff the wash and rinse cycles. _Mwavs hFllow tid)ric manufi_cttH'er's care label or instructions when lmmdering.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either

direction. Tm'ning the Cycle Selector knob alter starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection. Press START to begin the new cycle sdecfion.

REMEMBER:When

choosflTgthe cycle, the CycleSelector knob can bepohTtedanywhere withh7theshadedrange for thecycle setting.

The Cycle Indicator i,ights show what stage the washer is in. The wash time is the length of the wash agitation. The 6 MIN light will remain lit dtwing drain and spin. When the Selector knob is set to a new

cycle the Indicator i,ights will flash momentmily, showing what stages the cycle will go throtlgh.

The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

FILL SOAK --WASHTIME/TEMPSOELAVAGE" RINSE 2NO IIINSIE SPIN

SEMpUSSAGE T_SMPAG E !5MIN IZMIN 9MIN 6MIN Ill'linAGE II!N_AGE ESSOFLAGE

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

COTTONS Forheavyto lightly soiled cottons, householdlinens,work andplay clothes.

EASY CARE/ Forwrinkle-freeand permanentpressitems,and knits.

PERMA PRESS

HANDWASHForitemslabeledhandwashablewithlightsoils.Providesperiodofagitationandsoakduring

DELICATEForlingerieandspecial-carefabricswithlightto normalsoil.Providesperiodsofagitationandsoakduring

CASUALSForwrinkle-freeandpermanentpressitems,andknits.TheEXTRAcyclehasthreeagitate/pausecyclesto

QUICKRINSE

15MIN/30MIN

AUTOSOAK

_ START

Press START to begin the cycle. Pressing START again or raisin,,._ the lid will PAUSE the cycle and the (X'cle indicator light will blink.

SUPER

washandrinse.

cleanyourheavilysoileditems.TheMEDIUMcyclehastwo agitate/pausecycles. Forheavilysoiledandheaw-dutyfabrics.Thiscycleprovidesa longeragitation. Forquicklyrinsingchlorine,perspiration,stains,etc.outofclothes.

Forheavilysoiledclothes.Beginswith a briefagitation,soaksforaspecifiedperiodoftime,thenmoves throughtherestofthecycleautomatically.

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