GE S5100, WWRE5240, WWSE5240 Owner’s Manual
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EWA4500
S5100
WWRE5240
WWSE5240
WARE5260
WKSE5260
WNSE5260
WSRE5260
Owner’s Manual
Washers
175D1807P464 49-90196 01-04 JR
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Operating Instructions
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Loading and Using
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .12–14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ______________
Serial # ______________
You can find them in the
upper right corner on the
back of your washer.
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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting Tips
■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather, which could cause permanent damage
and invalidate the warranty.
■ Properly ground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For 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
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
visiting www.GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
■ Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
■ 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.
Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
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WHEN USING THE WASHER
■ 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 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
retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result,
carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s
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 NOT disconnect 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.
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; they should be
replaced 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 userrepair instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
■ Do not tamper with controls.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Model EWA4500
• Add detergent
• Add diluted fabric
softener (on models
with a fabric
softener dispenser)
• Add clothes
• Select load size and
other wash options
• Select wash cycle
• Close lid
• Pull knob
NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting.
Quick Start Guide
About the control panel.
Model S5100
Model WKSE5260
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Models WWRE5240 and WWSE5240
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Model WARE5260
Model WNSE5260
Model WSRE5260
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