GE WWSE5240G0WW, WWSE5240DCWW, WWSE5240DCCC, WSERR417F2WW, WJRR4170E6WW Owner’s Manual

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

Care and Cleaning

of the Washer .................... 9

Control Panels .................. 4, 6

Control Settings ................ 4-7

Features .......................... 8
Loading and Using

the Washer ....................... 9

Troubleshooting Tips ..... lo-12
Consumer Support

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

Warrantg ........................ 1S

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WBSR3140
WCSR2090

WCSR4170

WDSR2080
WHDSR209

WHDSRS16

WJSR4160

WLSR2000
WLSR3000
WVSR1060

EWA4600

WBB4500
WCRE6270

WJRR4170
WLRR4500

WLRR5000
WSERR417

WWSE5240

Write the model and serial

number here:
Model #
Serial #

You can find them _ / -'7
on the left corner

of the washer

under the lid.

175D1807P563 49-90295 06-06 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

_,WAR N!NG! Foryoursafety,the,n_ormat,on,nth,smanuafmustbe_offowedtom,n,m,zether,sk

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

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 hasnot been used for two weeksor more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by
turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes.Dothis before using any

electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system.Thissimple procedurewill allow any
built-up hydrogen gasto escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or

appliance during this process.

PROPERINSTALLATION

This washer 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 on Installation Instructions sheet, you con
receive one by visiting ge.com or by coiling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

• Install or storewhere itwill not be exposed to • Properlu groundwasher to conform with all
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the governing codes and ordinances. Followdetails

weather,which could cause permanent damage in Installation Instructions.
and invalidate the warrantu.

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

• Keepthe area underneath and around uour
appliances free of combustible materials suchas

lint, paper, rags,chemicals, etc.

• Closesupervision isnecessarg ifthis appliance is
used bu or near children.Do not allow children to

plau on, with or insidethis or any other appliance.

Use this
appliance

only for its
intended

purpose as

described in
this Owner's
Manual.

_-- • Turn off water faucets to relieve pressureon hoses

WHEN USING THE WASHER

• Never reach into washer while it ismoving. • Thelaundry processcan reducethe flame
Wait until the machine has completely stopped retardancg of fabrics.To avoid such a result,

before opening the lid. carefully follow the garment manufacturer's
Donot mixchlorine bleach with ammonia or acids

such as vinegar and/or rust remover Mixing
different chemicals can produce a

toxic gaswhich may cause death.
Do notwash or dry articlesthat have been

cleaned in,washed in, soakedin or spotted with
combustible or explosivesubstances (suchas

wax,oil,paint, gasoline, degreasers,dry-cleaning
solvents,kerosene,etc.).Thesesubstances giveoff

vapors that may igniteor explode. Do not add
these substancesto the wash water Do not useor

place these substances around your washer or
dryer during operation.

wash and care instructions.

• Tominimize 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 breakerbefore attempting
any maintenance or cleaning.

NOTE:Turning theCycleSelectorKnob to an off
position,or pressing PAUSEdoesNOTdisconnect

the appliance from the power supply.

• Neverattempt to operate this appliance if it is

damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,
or has missing or broken parts,including a

damaged cord or plug.

WHEN NOTIN USE

• Donot attempt to repair or replace any part of this

and valves and to minimize leakage ifa break or
rupture shouldoccur Check the condition of the fill
hoses;GErecommends changing the hoses every

5 years.

appliance unlessspecifically recommended in this
Owner's Manual,or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the

skillsto carry out.

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• Beforediscarding a washer,or removing it
from service,removethe washer lidto prevent

childrenfrom hiding inside.

• Donot tamper with controls.

4' ,. READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATION

",.__- CAREFULLY.

_, \ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the control panel-for models with "pull knob" start.

• Add detergent

• Add diluted fabric
softener (on models

with a fabric

softener dispenser)

Step I

• Add clothes

LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE OPT|ONS

Step 2

• Select load size and
other wash options

• Select wash cgcle

Step/4

p3

• Close lid

• Pull knob

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Controls

Load Size

Looselgload clothesno higher than the top row of holesin the washer basket Thewater levelshouldjust cover
the clothes. Adjustthe load sizeaccordinglg,

Temperature (onsome models)

Selectthe water temperature for the wash and rinsecgcles,Alwags follow fabric manufacturer's care label or
instructions when laundering,

_ Options (onsome models)

2nd Rinse Option
When gou use extra detergent or bleach to cleon heavilg soiled clothes, gou mag wont to use the 2nd Rinse

option. It provides a second deep cold rinse.

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Wash Cycle-Cycle Selector Knob

The chartbelow willhelpyou match thewash cyclesettingwithyour clothing.The chartisrankedfrom longestto
shortestcycletimeand wash intensity,

Your washer mag not have all these cgcles. (Cgcles varg bg model.)

PREWASH

CASUALS

COTTONS

or WHITES
EASYCARE

DELICATES

HAND WASH

SPEED WASH

SPIN

DARK COLORS

COLORS

RINSESPIN

15 MINI30 MIN

AUTO SOAK

2nd RINSE

Forremoving surface dirt from heavilg soiledclothes. Make sureto follow with a
regular wash cgcle.

Forwrinkle-free and permanent pressitems,and knits.

Forheavyto lightly soiledcottons, household linens,work and play clothes.

For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.

For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil.
For items labeled handwashable with light soils. Provides periods of agitation and soak

during wash and rinse.
For lightlg soiled items that are needed in a hurrg.

For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes.

For non-colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash bg the fabric
manufactureE

For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, knits and cottons.
For quickly rinsing chlorine, perspiration, stains, etc., out of clothes.

For very soiled clothes. Begins with agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves

through the rest of the cycle automaticallg.
Provides an automatic, second deep rinse to thoroughlg remove detergent or bleach from

gour clothes.