GE Profile Washer User Manual
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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
of the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Loading and Using
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .8–10
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Owner’s Manual
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ______________
Serial # ______________
You can find them
Washers
under the lid of
the washer.
175D1807P619 49-90351 05-08 JR
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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WARNING!
or your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury,
or loss of life.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
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 for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by
turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before 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 gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or
appliance during this process.
PROPER INSTALLATION
asher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
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Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can
receive one by visiting
■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather, which could cause permanent damage
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
and invalidate the warranty.
ge.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
■ Properly ground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
■ Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
Troubleshooting Tips
■ Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is
used by or near children. Do not allow children to
play on, with or inside this or any other appliance.
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
■ Never reach into washer while it is moving.
ait until the machine has completely stopped
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efore opening the lid.
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■ Do not 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.
■ Do not 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.). These substances give off
vapors that 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
etardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result,
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arefully follow the garment manufacturer’s
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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: Turning the Cycle Selector Knob to an off
position, or pressing PAUSE does
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.
NOT disconnect
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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; GE recommends changing the hoses every
5 years.
■ Before discarding a washer, or removing it
from service, remove the washer lid 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 skills to carry out.
■ Do not tamper with the controls.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the control panel.
AUTOMATIC
SMALL
M
EDIUM
LARGE
L
ARGE
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XTRA
S
UPER
LOAD SENSING
LOAD SIZE
Step 1
• Add detergent. GE
recommends the use
of High Efficiency
detergents in all Energy
Star rated washers
• Add fabric softener
(on models with a fabric
softener dispenser)
Step 2
• Add clothes
• Close lid
NOTE: Washer will not start to fill
with lid open (on some models).
Quick Start Guide
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• Select load size and
other wash options,
including Fabric
Softener option
• Select wash cycle
D
tep 3
Step 4
• Push START
4
A
B
C
E
F
Controls
Load Size
A
■ Add detergent to the bottom of the basket and fabric softener to the dispenser prior to loading clothes.
■ Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the basket. For optimal performance, load items
around the outside of the basket.
■ Make the load selection from
– For convenience, best performance and optimal efficiency, select AUTOMATIC LOAD SENSING. This selection
automatically provides the correct amount of water suited to the size and type of load placed in the unit.
– If you prefer to manually select the water level, select SMALL through SUPER. While AUTOMATIC LOAD
SENSING is best for most loads and general washing, you may want to manually select the load size for
specialty items such as bulky, lightweight comforters or pillows, where you want to ensure a larger water
level is applied. Manual load size selections should be made for wet items placed in the washer, such as
soaked towels or garments.
NOTE: This is a high efficiency washing machine with pulsator wash action. This system requires less water while
providing exceptional cleaning action. You may notice that the water level is lower than on your previous washer.
This is normal for a pulsator-equipped washer.
Temperature
B
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instructions when laundering.
PerfecTemp senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the fill water to obtain a more precise
temperature range for all wash temperatures. For example, in a COLD wash selection, some warm water
may be added to r
completely dissolved in very cold water, especially in cooler climates.
During winter months, when the water entering your home is colder, or for locations with very cold water year
round, use the
your clothes.
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temperature for a COLD wash. This can provide energy savings by reducing the amount of hot water used in
your wash.
ater temperatur
AP COLD
each a temperatur
PerfecTemp plus COLD to help dissolve powdered detergents and to improve the cleaning of
e turns the PerfecTemp
featur
SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE, EXTRA LARGE, SUPER and AUTOMATIC LOAD SENSING:
e for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or
e needed to better dissolve detergents. Often, detergents are not
e on your washer off and uses your household tap water
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Options
C
Autosoak Option (on some models)
This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle
utomatically. On some models, this option is located on the Cycle Selector knob.
a
2nd Rinse Option (on some models)
When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the 2nd Rinse option.
It provides a second deep cold rinse.
Extended Spin Option (on some models)
Use this option to extract more water from your clothes. Clothes will be drier when this option is selected and will dry
more quickly in your dryer.
Fabric Softener
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer.
NOTE: Do not use fabric softener dispensing balls with this washer. They do not work correctly in high efficiency
washers.
Fabric Softener plus 2nd Rinse
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer. The 2nd Rinse option provides a second deep cold rinse.
Fabric Softener plus 2nd Rinse and Extended Spin
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer. The 2nd Rinse option provides a second deep cold rinse
and Extended Spin option will extract more water from your clothes. Clothes will contain less moisture when this option
is selected and the clothes will dry more quickly in the dryer.
Autosoak plus Extended Spin
This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycles
automatically. The Extended Spin option extracts more water from your clothes. Clothes will contain less moisture when
this option is selected and the clothes will dry more quickly in the dryer.
Estimated Time Remaining Display
D
■ Displays the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle.
■ If the estimated time remaining is more than 60 minutes, “1H” will flash in the display followed by the additional
remaining minutes. When the time remaining is less than 60 minutes, the timer will count down.
■ Cycle time is affected by how long it takes the washer to fill. This depends on the water pressure in your home.
The “smart” timer “learns” the amount of time it takes to fill your washer and adjusts the total time accordingly.
Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob
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The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the Cycle
Selector knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection. Press
to begin the new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
START
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PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with
a regular wash cycle.
CASUALS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
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DELICA
HAND WASH For items labeled handwashable with light soils. Provides periods of agitation and soak
SPEED WASH For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry.
DRAIN & SPIN For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes.
For lingerie and special-car
during wash and rinse.
e fabrics with light to normal soil.
START
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Press START to begin the cycle. NOTE: The lid must be closed for the washer to fill and the cycle to start. Pressing START
again will PAUSE the cycle and the cycle indicator light will blink.
To continue the cycle, press START again. If machine is paused more than 24 hours, the cycle will be cancelled. To stop
the cycle, hold the button for 3 seconds. If water remains in the machine, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to drain tub
and spin w
Raising the lid will stop the filling, agitation and spin action, but does not pause the cycle.
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asher tub
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About washer features.
OFF
A
UTO
AUTO SOAK
EXTENDED
2
nd
RINSE
S
PIN
SOAK
F
ABRIC SOFTENER
FABRIC SOFTENER
F
ABRIC SOFTENER
Set when adding
+
2nd RINSE & EXTENDED SPIN
+ EXTENDED SPIN
+
2nd RINSE
O
PTIONS
1
Tab
The Fabric Softener Dispenser (
on some models)
The fabric softener dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time
uring the cycle.
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Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty
too soon.
2
Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It may stain them.
To use, follow these steps:
Lift the tab on the fabric softener
1
3
4
dispense top.
Measure out the fabric softener into
2
the cap and pour the softener into
the dispenser top. The fabric softener
will drain into the receiving cup inside
the dispenser. Use only “Ultra” or
concentrated fabric softeners.
Push down on the tab to close
3
the dispenser top. Make sure the tab
is pushed down fully and snaps shut.
FABRIC SOFTENER from OPTIONS
Select
4
on the control panel.
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Turning Tabs
3
Troubleshooting Tips
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6
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Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
The Fabric Softener Dispenser is self cleaning. This dispenser does not require regular cleaning
like standard fabric softener dispensers. Wipe down exterior surfaces of the dispenser
as needed. If cleaning of the internal dispenser components is needed, follow these steps
after the wash cycle is complete:
Lift the dispenser top tab and turn the top
1
counterclockwise using the 2 turning tabs
shown. Lift the dispenser out of the
pulsator.
Clean out any buildup from inside the
abs
2
pulsator with a soft cloth or toothbr
Ensure the three rectangular holes
in the bottom which allow the fabric
softener to drain are not blocked.
Gently pull the cap away from
3
the dispenser cup to separate.
ipe surfaces with a soft cloth or soak
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4
the parts in a solution of 1 gallon warm
water, 1/4 cup liquid detergent and 1 cup
bleach. Ensure the small hole in the top
surface of the cap and associated tube
are not obstructed.
eassemble the dispenser cup and cap
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5
by snapping them together.
ush.
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Place the dispenser assembly into
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the pulsator. Turn the top clockwise using
the 2 turning tabs shown. Push down
on the tab to close the dispenser top
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fully and snaps shut.
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Liquid Bleach Funnel
he water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
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Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
1
Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
2
■ Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
■ Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel.
3
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into
the wash basket with your detergent.
■ Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover.
Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting Wash Loads
Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level,
fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates)
and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth,
chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy).
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Proper Use of Detergent
Add detergent and fabric softener before adding
clothes so that the detergent can work effectively.
Using too little or too much detergent is a common
cause of laundry problems.
Use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller
load or a lightly soiled load.
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top
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load items ev
of the basket. To add items after washer has started,
lift the lid and submerge additional items around
the outside of the basket.
enly and loosely ar
asher basket. For best results,
ound the outside
Care and cleaning of the washer.
ash Bask
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allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean
the basket, use a clean soft cloth dampened with
liquid deter
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Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe
with damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with
sharp objects.
Interior: The occasional use of a cycle that contains
bleach will keep the inside of the washer clean.
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GE recommends the use of High Efficiency
detergents in all Energy Star rated washers.
HE detergents are formulated to work with low water
wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce
the oversudsing problems commonly associated
with regular detergents.
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the outside of the bask
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■ Agitation will not start with the lid up.
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to remove water from drain pump and hoses.
See the Installation Instructions packed with product
for information on how to r
rod to keep the tub stationary when moving
the washer. For more information, visit ge.com
or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Do not store
the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
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at faucets. Drain all w
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit
PERFECTEMP Possible Causes What To Do
PerfecTemp The washer is in a cold • This is normal. The PerfecTemp feature is designed not
wash temperature rinse cycle to activate during a cold rinse cycle to improve the energy
is incorrect efficiency of your washer.
(Review PerfecTemp All the water in your • Wait until the water in the water heater is heated to the
in the “About the control household water heater correct temperature.
panel” section) has been used
WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Water fills and drains Drain stand pipe is too low • The drain stand pipe must be above 30".
at the same time
Too many suds
Water leaks Using too much detergent • Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have soft water,
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Water temperature Cooler water temperatures • New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash
Troubleshooting Tips
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cycle is complet
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asher pauses during
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wash cycle AUTO SOAK Option was soak during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with
Washer pauses during This is normal • The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
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Water does not fill when This is normal • The lid must be closed for the washer to operate.
lid is open
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Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Soft water • Try less detergent.
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed. Make sure end of drain hose
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after
to the fill hoses at the each use.
water source
efficiency per
Control is not set properly • Check water temperature control and adjust.
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the water connection
opped up
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soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
• Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced
every 5 years.
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hoses fr
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the hoses and turn the water back on.
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• Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m)
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