GE SPBD880J0WW, SPBD880J0MV, SPBD880J0MG Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions .............. 2,3

Operating Instructions

Control Panel .......................... 4

Features ............................. 5-8

Using the SmartDispense'"

Pedestal ................................ 9

Model SPBD880

Profile SmartDispense'"

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Installation Instructions ...... 12-14

Attach Hose Connectors and

Electric Connectors .................... 14

Finalize the Installation ................ 14

Install the Pedestal

to the Washer ......................... 13

Level the Washer ...................... 13

Prepare the Pedestal .................. 13

Preparing to Install Your Pedestal ...... 12

Reinstall the Drawer ................... 13

Remove the Leveling Legs ............. 12

Remove Shipping Screws .............. 13

Troubleshooting Tips .......... 15-16

Consumer Support

Product Registration (Canada) ..... 19, 20

Product Registration (U.S.) ......... 17, 18

Service Telephone Numbers .. Back Cover

Warranty (Canada) ................... 22

Warranty (U.S.) ....................... 21

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Profile SmartDispense TM

Pedestales

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ENERGYSTAR

As an ENERGYSTAR® partner, GEhas determined that this

product meets the ENERGYSTAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Youcan find them on a label on the side of

the washer.

175D1807P610 49-90342-1 03-08 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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

The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this washer are

not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good, safe practices and caution MUSTbe applied when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance.

WATERHEATERSAFETY

Undercertain conditions, hydrogengas may beproduced in a water heater that has not been usedfor two weeks

or more.Hydrogen gascan be explosiveunder these circumstances.

Ifthe hot water hasnot been usedfor two weeksor more, preventthe possibilityof 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 connectedto the hot water system.Thissimpleprocedurewill allow any built-up hydrogen

gas to escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smokeor usean openflame or appliance during this process.

PROPERINSTALLATION

Thispedestalmust beproperlyinstalledandlocatedinaccordancewith theInstallationInstructionsbeforeitis used.

• Install or store where it will not be exposed • Thisappliance must be grounded. In the event 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. Followdetails

in Installation Instructions.

of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the riskof electric shock by providing a path of least resistancefor electric current. Thewasher

isequipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug.

Thewasher plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that isproperly installed

and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING:

connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.Checkwith a

qualified electrician or serviceman ifyou are in doubt asto whether the appliance isproperly grounded.

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

• Keepthe area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials such as

lint, paper,rags and chemicals.

• Donot leavethe washer door open.Anopen door could entice children to hang on the door or crawl

insidethe washer.

• Closesupervision isnecessary if thisappliance is used by or near children.Do not allow children to

play on, with or insidethis or any other appliance.

WHEN USINGTHESMARTDISPENSE"PEDESTAL

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Use this appliance

onlbl for its intended

purposeas describedin

this Owner's Manual.

Do not wash articles that have been previouslg •

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, drg-cleaning solvents or other

flammable or explosive substances, as theg give • off vapors that could ignite or explode.

Do not add gasoline, drg-cleaning solvent or other

flammable or explosive substances to the tanks. These substances give off vapors that could ignite •

or explode.

Never reach into drawer while the washer is

moving. Wait until the machine has completelg stopped before opening the drawer.

Do not store liquid chlorine bleach in tanks.

Use manual flow-through dispenser on the washing machine for dispensing chlorine bleach.

Do not refill tanks with different brands or

concentrations of liquid HE(High Efficiencg) detergents and concentrated liquid fabric

softeners, as this could cause the fluids to congeal and lead to blockage of

the SmartDispense sgstem.

Remove and wash tanks thoroughlg before using a different brand or concentration of liquid HE(High Efficiencg) detergent

and concentrated liquid fabric softener.

Donot slam the pedestal drawer closed. This

could result in damage to the SmartDispense sgstem.

Never attempt to operate this appliance

if it isdamaged, malfunctioning, partiallg disassembled, or has missing or broken parts,

including a damaged cord or plug. To minimize the possibilitg of electric shock,

unplug this appliance from the power supplg or disconnect the washer at the building's

distribution panel bg removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before

attempting ang maintenance or cleaning. NOTE:Pressing the power button does NOT

disconnect the appliance from the power supplg.

Do not tamper with controls.

Donot repair or replace ang part of the appliance

or attempt ang servicing unless specificallg recommended in the owner's manual or in

published user-repair instructions that gou understand and have the skill to carrg out.

READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the washer control panel.

You can locate your model number on a label on the side of the washer. When LIOUuse SmartDispense, it will automatically distribute detergent and fabric softener according to the soil level,

water hardness and load size detected.

S_TT_NGS _--_ I SANI_RV

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EASY CARE WHITES

ACTIVE WEAR

HANDWASH

DELiCATES

WASHABLE WOOLS

POWER SPEED WASH

COLORS / NORMAL

RINSE _ SPIN

DRAIN & SPiN

WASH RINSE

Power

Pressto turn on the displag. If the displag is active, press to put the washer into standb Umode.

NOTE:Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

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TAP COLD

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SmartDispense

TheSmartDispense feature allows you to set your liquid

HE(High Efficiency)detergent and/or softener dispensing preferencesfor your load. Thisfeature can be used with

use SmartDispense:

Selectyour desired Wash Cycle.

Pressthe SMART DISPENSEbutton

(button will light up when it ison).

Usethe left and right arrows to select which tank your liquid HE(HighEfficiency) detergent islocated in (orchoose"off" if you do not want to dispensedetergent).

PressENTERto select liquid HE

(HighEfficiency)detergent container.

Usethe left and right arrows to select liquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent concentration (located on your liquid

HE[High Efficiency]detergent bottle).

PressENTER to select detergent

concentration.

Usethe left and right arrows to select how much liquid HE (HighEfficiency)detergent you would like to dispense ("Norm" correspondsto a standard dose).

NOTE:When you useSmartDispense, it will automatically distribute detergent and fabric softener according to the soil level, water

hardness and load size detected.

any wash cycle, except for Rinse& Spin,Drain & Spinand Washer Cleaningcycles.

8. PressENTERto select liquidHE (HighEfficiency)detergent dispense level.

9.Usethe left and right arrows to selectwhether you would like

to usefabric softener.

10. Press ENTER to select softener.

11.Usethe left and right arrows to select how much softener you would like to dispense

("Norm"corresponds to a standard dose).

12.PressENTERto select softener dispense level.

13.

The screen will show SMART DISPENSE ON.

14.

PressSTART to start the cycle.

15.

During your wash cycle, the display will

show the current status and options for

SmartDispense.

NOTE:To turn off SmartDispense, press SMARTDISPENSEagain; to select different dispense options, press SMARTDISPENSE

twice.

About the SmartDispense TM pedestal features.

Setting Vour Water Hardness Level

TheSmartDispense feature allows you to input the hardness of uour water into the control panel.

This helpsoptimize the performance of uour

SmartDispense unit.

SmartDispense" Detergent Dispenser Water Hardness Calibration

Priorto the first use,the washer needs

to be calibrated for water hardness.Please follow directions below to calibrate the washer to the hardnessof your tap water.

Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water

Inthe bag that contained these instructions,

Uoushould find a water hardnesstest strip package. Readthe instructions on the

package, remove the test strip and follow the instructions to determine the hardness

levelof uour tap water. Youwill use this information to calibrate uour washer to dispensethe optimal amount of detergent.

Water Hardness Test Strip Indication

Valueto Enter

into Washer

SOFT 0 RED _ 1

2REDI I I I I I I 3

I 1RED1 II IIII I 2

3RED1 1 1 I I I 4

HARD 4 RED _ 5

To calibrate gour water hardness:

1.Pressthe POWERbutton.

2.Press the SETTINGS button.

3. Usethe down arrow to select the WATER HARDNESSSETUP,and pressthe ENTER

button.

4.The displau will show numbers i to 5.

Thewasher defaults to setting 3.

5. Usethe left and right arrows to select

the number determined with the test strip from the table above, and pressthe ENTER

button.

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The Instruction Panel

Pressthe tabs on the sidesof the instruction panel.Slowly rotate the instruction panel

toward gou until it stops. Finally,slide the panel down infront of the tanks into the slot

available. After adding laundrg product, liftthe panel

out of its resting position;then rotate the panel closed until it snaps into its horizontal position.

NOTE:The drawer will not fullg close if the panel is in its open position.

The Detergent Tanks

Toremove either of the two outer tanks, grasp the sensor at the rear of the tank, using

the grip provided,and pullthe sensor straight

up.Loosen the supplg tube bg rotating 1/4 turn the tube and fitting until the tube

can be pulled straight up.

Eachtank can hold 350 ounces of liquid HE(High Efficiencg)laundry detergent-

approximatelg 100washes of regular concentration detergent. The sgstem

requiresthat at least 100 ounces of new detergent must be added to the tank

to recognizethat it has been filled.

• Detergentis pumped to the washer at the beginning ofthe wash cgcle.

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• Donot put any other substance into the tanks besides liquid HE(High Efficiencg)detergent.

• Donot fill the tank while it is removed from

the drawer.

• TheSmartDispense'" sgstem determines how much detergent to supplg to the

washer,depending on the load size,

soillevel andwater hardness.

• Do not dilute with water.

NOTE: Use only HE (High Efficiencg)

detergent.

The Fabric Softener Tank

Toremove the center tank, grasp the sensor at the rear ofthe tank, using the grip provided,

and pull the sensorstraight up. Loosenthe supplg tube bLtrotating 1/4 turn the tube and

fitting untilthe tube can be pulled straight up.

Removethe tank bg tilting slightlg toward the

washer and pulling straight up.

• Eachtank can hold 95 ounces of concentrated liquid fabric softener,enough

for approximatelg 75 loads of concentrated liquid fabric softener.

• Do not dilute with water.

• If desired,concentrated liquidfabric softener ispumped to the washer at the correct time

in the wash cgcle.

• Donot put any other substance into the tank besidesconcentrated liquid fabric softener.

• TheSmartDispense'" sgstem determines how much softener to supplg to the washer,

depending on user inputs for the wash CLlcle.

NOTE:Use only concentrated liquid fabric softener.

About the SmartDispense TM pedestal features.

Concentration Level

SmartDispense" can use any liquid

HE(High Efficiency)detergent, regardless of its concentration level.

Hany liquid HE(HighEfficiency)detergents • can be found in a concentrated form, meaning

that it has more active ingredients in each drop,taking up lessspaceas it uses less

fluid per wash. •

Dispense Level

SmartDispense" can dispensea little more

or lessliquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent or concentrated liquid fabric softener,depending

on your preferred washing habits.

Theconcentration levelcan usually be found on the label or cap ofthe liquid

HE(High Efficiency)detergent bottle.

Youcan selectthe concentration of your detergent every time you change

the settings for the SmartDispense feature.

Ifthe concentration is not explicitly

identified on the bottle, select"Regular" asthe concentration levelwhen setting

the SmartDispense'" options.

A dispenselevelof "IV]ore'' will add 50% more liquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent or 100%

more concentrated liquidfabric softener than a standard dose.

• Youcan adjust the dosage level every time you change the settings

for the SmartDispense feature in order to

customize itto the way you normally wash your clothes.

• A dispenselevelof "Norm" corresponds

to a standard dose,as recommended by the liquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent

and concentrated liquid fabric softener manufacturers.

A dispenselevelof "Less"will use 25% less liquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent or 25%

lessconcentrated liquid fabric softener than a standard dose.

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TheSmartDispense TM Pedestalautomaticallg dispenses liquid HE(High Efficiencg)detergent and/or concentrated liquid fabric softener into each cgcle based on loadsize,soil level

and water hardness. Toutilizethe SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser,it must

first be filled.Although ang liquid HE(High Efficiencg)laundrg detergent and concentrated liquid fabric softener can be used in the SmartDispensesgstem, allliquid HE(HighEfficiencg) detergents and concentrated liquid fabric softeners are not

the same.

Do not mix any liquid HE(High EfficiencyJdetergents of unlike brands, concentrations or scents within the detergent tanks, as this couldcausethe detergents to congealand lead to blockage of theSmartDispense system. Do not mix any concentrated liquidfabric softeners of unlike brands or scents within the fabric softener tank. Do not mix any liquid HE(High Efficiency) detergents with concentrated liquid fabric softeners in any of the tanks. Removeand wash tanksthoroughly before using a different brand,

concentrationor scent ofliquids.

Fill Your Detergent Tank:

Selectwhich ofthe two outer tanks gou wish to fill. Openthe tank for filling bg turning the cap counterclockwise until the cap isloose. Liftthe cap off.

NOTE:Do not fillthe tank while it is removed from the drawer. Fluidmag

be lostwhile reattaching the tank to the SmartDispense sgstem.

Aim the detergent bottle at the opening in the tank and begin to fill. Eachdetergent tank will hold 350 oz.of liquid HE(High

Efficiencg)detergent (thelargest available

detergent bottle is300 oz.).The sgstem

requiresthat at least 100 ounces of new

detergent must be added to the tank to recognizethat it has been filled.

When full, replace the cap and turn

clockwiseuntil tight to ensureproper

sealing.If residueis left onthe tank, wipe

cleanwith a moist cloth, using a mild soap.

An indicator will appear on the washer

control panel to notifg gou when the

dispenserneedsto be filledagain. After filling the tank, the warning message will turn off when the washer ispowered on for the next cgcle.Afull tank using

regular concentrated detergent will last approximatelg 3 months for the average user.

CAUTI0 N!

chlorinebleach,powder detergent, non-HE(HighEfficiency) liquid detergent,nonconcentroted liquid fabric softeneror other laundry additivesin any of the three tanks.Useonly liquid HE (HighEffidency) detergent,which has been spedfically designedfor usein front-load washers.

Toopen the SmartDispense" Pedestalfor filling, slide

open the pedestal drawer to the maximum possibledistance. Openthe instruction panel bg pressing the tabs at the sides ofthe panel,rotate the panel toward gou and slide it down

in the slot available. NOTE:Thefirst time gour washer recognizesthat

the SmartDispense sgstem has beenactivated, itwill

automaticallg fillthe supplg lineswith detergent and/or

fabric softenerfor all active tanks.This processwill

last approximatelg two minutes and will onlgoccur at the beginning of the first cgcle that uses

the SmartDispense sgstem.

Usingthe SmartDispense'"pedestal.

To Fill Your Fabric Softener Tank:

1.Open the tank for filling by turning the cap counterclockwise until the cap isloose. Lift the cap off.

NOTE:Donot fill the tank while it is removed from the drawer. Fluidmag

be lostwhile reattaching the tank

to the SmartDispense sgstem.

Aimthe fabric softener bottle at the opening in the tank and begin to fill.

Thefabric softener tank will hold 95 oz. of concentrated liquid fabric softener.

Thesgstem requiresthat at least 30 ounces of new fabric softener

must be added to the tank to recognize that it has beenfilled.

When full, replacethe cap and turn clockwise untiltight to ensure proper sealing. Ifresidue islefton the tank, wipe clean with a moist cloth, using a mild soap.

An indicator will appear on the washer control panel to notifg gou when the dispenser needsto befilled again. After fillingthe tank, the warning message will turn off when the washer ispowered on for the next cgcle.A full tank using concentrated liquid fabric softener will last approximatelg 3 months for the average user.

NOTE:The fabric softener sensor should be wiped cleon every time the tank needs to be

refilled. Toremove the fabric softener sensor while the drawer is fulkj opened, grasp the

sensor at the rear of the tank, using the grip provided, and pul! the sensor straight up. Wipe the surface of the sensor, using a moist

cloth with a mild soap; then replace the sensor back in its original position.

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Cleaning the SmartDispense T" Detergent and Fabric Softener

Tanks:

Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the bottom ofthe $martDispense tanks

or on the fluid sensors.Residueshould be

removed beforerefilling tanks.

1. Openthe pedestal drawer to the maximum possibledistance.

2. Pressthe tabs on the sides of the instruction panel.SIowlgrotate the

instruction panel until it stops.Then,slide

the panel down in front of the tanks into the slot available.

Selectthe tank that gou wishto remove

for cleaning.Grasp the sensor at the rear

ofthe tank, using the grip provided, and pull the sensor straight up.

Wipe the surface of the sensor,using

a moist cloth with a mild soap;then place

the sensoron the back surface of the

drawer or an adjacent tank.

Loosenthe supplgtube bg rotating

the fitting 90° until the tube can be pulled

straight up.

Wipe the surface of the tube and place it

on the back surface of the drawer or an adjacent tank.

12.Open the tank cap and refillwith the desired detergent or fabric softener.

13.Closethe information panel and the pedestal drawer.

14.Adjust the setting in the SmartDispense menu if ang changes were made to the concentration of the detergent

selected or to the location of the tank that isbeing used.

Removethe tank bg tilting it slightlg toward

the washer and pulling straight up.

Rinsethe insideof the tank, usinghot

water onlg to removethe residue.

Oncethe tank has been rinsed thoroughlg, replacethe tank inthe drawer before refillingthe tank.

10.Reattach the supplg tube bg inserting it into the tank and tightening the fitting bg rotating toward the back.

11.Replacethe sensor bg inserting it into the tank in its original position.

Installation

Pedestal

Model SPBD880

Instructions

If gou have any questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: ge.com

In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Savetheseinstructions

for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

• Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions

with gour Owner's Manual for future reference.

• Completion time - 1to 2 hours

• Proper installation isthe responsibilitg of the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warrantg.

-ACAUTION - Due to the size and weight

of these products, and to reduce the risk of personal injurg or damage to the product, TWO PEOPLEARE REQUIREDFORPROPERINSTALLATION.

• See washer installation instructions for additional installation requirements and guidelines.

KIT CONTENTS

4 Mounting Screws

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Phillips Head Screwdriver

9/16" Open-End Wrench or Adjustable Wrench

8 mm Socket Wrench

INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Remove the packaging.

The Installation Kit is taped at the top of the shipping carton. Remove the kit and set aside for final installation.

Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to lag the washer down on its side. Continue using the carton to protect the finished floor in front of the installation

location.

REMOVE THE LEVELING LEGS

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Carefullg lag the washer on its side to occess the leveling legs on the bottom of the appliance.

Electric Cord

Quick Connect Hose

IMPORTANT: Do not lay the washer on its back. Do not remove the shipping bolts on

the back side of the washer. The bolts must

remain in place until the washer is returned

to an upright position.

Use an open-end wrench to remove

the washer leveling legs.

_____ out and'

__ removeall

/4levelinglegs

Installation Instructions

r_l PREPARE THE PEDESTAL

[] Pull the

drawer out as far as it

will go.

[] Remove

the screws from the

drawer slides. Detach the wiring connector and the

hose connector at the back of the drawer. Slide the drawer out of the base and set aside.

I_ Remove the screws from the service panels at

the rear of the pedestal and place the panels within the pedestal.

1_--- Remove screws from

rvice panels i

[] LEVEL THE WASHER

Stand the washer upright. Move it close to its final location.

Make sure that the washer is level bg placing o spirit level on top. Check side to side and front to back.

Use on open-ended

wrench to adjust the legs in and out. Tighten the Iocknut against the bottom of the pedestal.

NOTES:

• To minimize vibration, the locking nuts must be tight.

• To reduce vibration, ensure that all four rubber leveling legs are firmly touching

the floor. Push and pull on the back right

and then back left of your washer.

[] INSTALL THE PEDESTAL

TO THE WASHER

Place the pedestal against the bottom of the unit. Check to be sure the drawer front

is at the front of the unit.

Align the holes in the pedestal with the holes

in the bottom of the unit. Use a Phillips screwdriver to install the/4 screws through

the front of the pedestal and through the rear

panels and into the unit-do not tighten.

I_1 Slide the pedestal toward the unit, until it is

aligned front to back. Use an 8 mm socket

wrench to securelg tighten the screws.

rsi REINSTALL THE DRAWER

Check to be sure the slides

ore closed. Slide the

drawer into the opening.

Align the drawer

supports to the slides on each side.

Open the drawer fullg. Reottoch the hose connector and wiring connector at the rear

of the drawer. Make sure both connections ore secure.

Reinstall the original screws into each drawer slide. Tighten both screws. The drawer should slide smoothlg when gou push it closed.

I_1 REMOVE SHIPPING SCREWS

Remove the 4 shipping screws, plastic support

tubes and rubber grommets on the back side

of the washer.

Replace the service panels on the back and tighten the screws.

Installation Instructions

ATTACH THE HOSE CONNECTORS

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AND ELECTRIC CONNECTORS

Remove 4 protective caps from the rear of the washer and SmortDispense'" Pedestal.

Attach the electric connector to the rear

of the washer and the rear of the pedestal. Press the cord into the protective holders along the back of the washer.

Attach the hose connector to the rear

of the washer and the rear of the pedestal. Press all three tubes into the three protective holders along the back of the washer.

Connect the Quick Connect

Hose to the back of the washer

[] FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION

Refer to the washer Installation Instructions

to complete the installation.

PREFERRED CONFIRMATION OF INSTALLATION

Fill your detergent tank with liquid HE (High Efficiency) laundry detergent and softener

tank with concentrated liquid fabric softener.

r_ set your SmartDispense settings (see page 5

of the Owner's Manual).

Run a Speed Wash. This will fill your

SmartDispense supply lines with detergent and/or fabric softener for all active tanks

selected in Step B.

NOTE: If the machine could not run a Speed

Wash, check the following:

1. Screw the hose and electrical connectors in tightly on the back of the washer and pedestal.

2. Make sure all 3 sensors ore plugged into the connector on the back of the drawer

inside the pedestal.

Attach electrical connector cord

Protective holders

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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(in Canada).Youmay not need to call for service.

Possible Causes What ToDo

at_h_begi_nin_O_th_

is _dded

TheSmartDispense" system has • approximately 10 cycles worth

of liquid HE(High Efficiency) detergent/concentrated liquid

fabric softener left in the SmartDispense pedestal

(20cycles of 2x liquid HE[High Efficiency] detergent,

30 cycles of 3x liquid HE[High Efficiency]

detergent, etc.)

SmartDispense system was • incorrectlyset to draw from

an empty tank SmartDispense system was •

filledwith lessthan 100ounces ofconcentroted liquid

HE(High Efficiency)detergent TheSmartDispense system has

no usablecycles worth of liquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent/

concentratedliquid fabric softener left in the SmartDispense pedestal.

Some residualliquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent/

concentratedliquid fabric softener will remain in the bottom

ofthe tank to preventair from enteringthe SmartDispense

supply lines SmartDispense system was

filledwith lessthat 100ounces ofconcentrated liquid

HE(High Efficiency)detergent Hose and electricalconnectors •

not installed correctlyon the back ofthe machine

Sensorconnectionsarenotmade •

Washer is priming the lines of the SmartDispense system

Washer issensingthe size of the load inthe basket

Fillthe SmartDispensereservoirwith liquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent/concentrated liquid fabric

softener if using the same brand and concentration of liquid HE(HighEfficiency)detergent/

concentrated liquid fabric softener. If usinga different

brand or concentration of liquid HE(HighEfficiency)

detergent/concentrated liquid fabric softener,follow the steps to remove and rinse the tank and cleanfabric

softener sensor before refilling.After filling the tanks, adjust the SmartDispense settingsif changes were made

to the detergent concentration. The Lowindicator will turn OFFthe next time the controls are powered.

Adjust the SmartDispensesettingsto draw from the correct tank. The Low Indicator will turn OFF

the next time the controls are powered. Add additional liquid HE(HighEfficiency)detergent

to the tank.The Low Indicator will turn OFFthe next time the controls are powered.

• Fillthe SmartDispensereservoirwith liquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent/concentrated liquid fabric softener

ifusing the same brand and concentration of liquid HE(High Efficiency)detergent/concentrated liquid fabric

softener. Ifusinga different brand or concentration of liquid HE(HighEfficiency)detergent/concentrated liquid

fabric softener,follow the steps to remove and rinse the tank and clean fabric softener sensor before refilling.

After fillingthe tanks, adjust the SmartDispense settings

ifchanges were made to the detergent concentration.

The Empty indicator will turn OFFthe next time the controls are powered.

• Add additional liquid HE(HighEfficiency)detergent to

the tank. The Empty Indicator will turn OFFthe next time the controls are powered.

Makesure the 2 hoseand electrical connections on the back of the washer and pedestal aremade. Removeand

reinstalleach connection if needed, making sureto tighten

the connector down as much as possible.

Make sure all 3 sensors are plugged securely into the

connector at the rear of the drawer inside the pedestal.

Lift up on the sensor cover at the rear of the drawer to make sure these connections are made.

• Thefirst time your washer recognizesthat the

SmartDispensesystem has been activated, itwill automatically fill the supply lineswith detergent and/or

fabric softener for all activetanks. Thisprocess will last approximately two minutes and will only occur at the

beginning of the first cycle that usesthe SmartDispense system.

• Thewasher will spinfor a short time at the beginning

of every cycle when SmartDispense has been selected.

Bysensing the sizeof the load in the basket,the washer

will be ableto determine how much liquid HE(High

Efficiency)detergent/concentrated liquid fabric softener

to dispense.

Before gou call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips

Possible Causes What ToDo

TheSmartDispense sgstem • detergent tanks were filledwith

non-HEdetergents

Manualwasher dispenserwas filled with non-HEdetergent

Not enough detergent Adjust the SmartDispense TM settings to increase

Not using liquid • Use liquid HE (High Efficiency) detergent. HE(High Efficiency}detergent

Tanks have been filledwith • Use onlg liquid HE(High Efficiencg) detergent. powder detergent Follow the steps to remove and rinse the tank before

Manual washer dispenser was • Turn off the SmartDispense sgstem if gou want filledwith a different detergent to use a different detergent in the manual dispenser. than is in the selectedtank Additional detergent mag be stored in the second

SmartDispense sgstem detergent • tanks were filledwith two different

liquid HE(High Efficiencg) detergents

SmartDispense sgstem detergent tanks were filledwith a liquid HE(High Efficiencg) detergent and a concentrated liquid

fabric softener

Useonlg liquid HE(High Efficiencg)detergents to avoid

sudsing.Tide 2x HELaundry Detergent hasbeen approved for usein all GEwashing machines and

laundrg SmartDispensesgstems. Followthe steps to remove and rinse tank before

refilling.After fillingthe tanks, adjust the SmartDispense

setting if changes were made to the detergent concentration.

Use onlg liquid HE(High Efficiency) detergents to

avoid sudsing. Ang HE(High Efficiencg) Laundry

Detergent has been approved for use in all GEwashing machines and laundry SmartDispense systems.

the amount of detergent dispensed during each cgcle. Check that the selected detergent concentration matches the concentrotion of the detergent in the tonk.

refilling.

detergent tank, but SmartDispense settings must

be adjusted before a cgcle to select the desired tank. Follow the steps to remove and rinse the tank

before refilling. After filling the tank, adjust

the SmartDispense settings if changes were

made to the detergent concentration. Follow the steps to remove and rinse the tank

before refilling. After filling the tank, adjust

the SmartDispense settings if changes were

made to the detergent concentration.

Not enough fabric softener • Adjust the SmartDispense settingsto increase

the amount of concentrated liquidfabric softener during each cgcle.

SmartDispense sgstem fabric • Followthe steps to remove and cleanfabric softener softener tank was filledwith sensor and rinse softener tank before refillingwith nonconcentrated fabric softener concentrated liquid fabric softener.

SmartDispense sgstem detergent tanks were filled with two different concentrated

liquid fabric softeners SmartDispense softener sensor

hasdevelopeda filmof dried fabric softener

• Followthe steps to remove and cleanfabric softener sensor and rinsesoftener tank beforerefillingwith concentrated liquid fabric softener.

• Followthe steps to remove and cleanfabric softener.

GE Service Protection Plus TM

GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability together with Assurant Solutions, offers you Service Protection Plus_"-comprehensive protection on your appliances.*

Benefits Include:

• Prompt, reliable service from GEAuthorized Servicers

• Convenient hours designed to suit your busy schedule

• Quality replacement parts

• The dependability of GE,a name recognized and trusted worldwide

• Ask about our interest-free payment plans

With Service Protection Plus you can expect:

• An extended service plan that limits unexpected repair bills

• Service coverage for most major brands

• Unlimited service calls for the length of uour contract, or credit toward a replacement product

• Service coverage for covered operating parts and labor on appliances and home electronics that fail during normal single family household use

• Your satisfaction is our goal. We strive to provide you with excellent service in a professional and timely manner.

Place your confidence in GEand call us in the U.S.toll-free at 1.800.626.2224 for more information.

*Most brands covered up to 25 gears old in the continental U.S. SPP is a trademark of General Electric Company.

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