GE WBSE6210, GWSE5200 User Manual
GWSE5200
WBSE6210
Washers
175D1807P394 49-90131 04-02 JR
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Instructions
Control Panels and Settings . . .4–6
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
Loading and Using
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9–12
Stain Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 12
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
For Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–15
Customer Service
Service Telephone Numbers . . .18
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17
Owner’s Manual
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FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
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You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of your washer.
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your washer properly. Just a little
preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your washer.
READ THIS MANUAL
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section. If you review our
chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer
service numbers is included in the back section. Or call 1.800.361.3400.
IMPORTANT!
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips
■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather.
■ 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 calling, toll-free
1.800.361.3400.
Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
■ 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.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
■ 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.) which 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.
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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 household 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 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 USING THE WASHER
■ 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 user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the
skills to carry out.
■ Do not tamper with controls.
WHEN NOT IN USE
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips
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About the washer control panel.
Model GWSE5200
Quick Start Guide
• Add detergent
• Add clothes
• Select load size and
other wash options
• Select wash cycle
• Close lid
• Push START
NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting.
Model WBSE6210
Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions
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Color Logic (on some models)
Select the correct TEMPERATURE setting. Match the particular color below the words with the
same color on the WASH/SPIN SPEED setting. 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 LOAD SIZE.
Choose the
TEMPERATURE setting—
for this load it would be the HOT COLD (which is a
particular color).
Choose the
WASH/SPIN SPEED setting
that matches that color—for this load it would be the
NORMAL FAST.
Turn the Cycle Selector knob to the area that has the same color as the TEMPERATURE and
WASH/SPIN SPEED settings you have chosen—for this load it would be the COTTONS area.
Turn the knob to the MEDIUM setting.
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About the control settings.
Load Size
Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. The water level should
just cover the clothes.
Wash/Spin Speeds
The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release
water from the load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.
Wash Speeds
With Normal Speed, the agitator will move at a high speed for the first few minutes, then it slows
down to a moderate speed. This gets your clothes clean while reducing wear on your clothing.
Use for cottons, denims and play clothes.
With Delicate Speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.
With Handwash, the agitator will move slowly and will pause for periods to allow the clothes to
soak. Use for items labeled handwash.
With Casuals, the agitator will agitate and then pause to soak your clothes. It provides a gentler
way to wash your wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits.
Spin Speeds
The Normal spin speed is for normal items. Use it to remove more water from your clothes to
allow them to dry faster in the dryer.
The Delicate spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. When using Slow spin
speed, clothes will be less dry than when using Normal spin speed.
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips
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About the control settings.
Temperature
Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care
label or instructions when laundering.
Wash Cycle
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 START to begin the new cycle selection.
The Cycle Indicator Lights show what stage the washer is in. The wash time is the length of the wash
agitation. The 6 MIN light will remain lit during drain and spin. When the Selector knob is set to a new
cycle the Indicator Lights will flash momentarily, showing what stages the cycle will go through.
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
EASY CARE/ For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.
PERMA PRESS
HANDWASH For items labeled handwashable with light soils. Provides period of agitation and soak during
wash and rinse.
DELICATE For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provides periods of agitation and soak during
wash and rinse.
CASUALS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits. The EXTRA cycle has three agitate/pause cycles to
clean your heavily soiled items. The MEDIUM cycle has two agitate/pause cycles.
SUPER For heavily soiled and heavy-duty fabrics. This cycle provides a longer agitation.
QUICK RINSE For quickly rinsing chlorine, perspiration, stains, etc. out of clothes.
15 MIN/30 MIN For heavily soiled clothes. Begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves
AUTO SOAK through the rest of the cycle automatically.
START
Press START to begin the cycle. Pressing START again or raising the lid will PAUSE the cycle and
the Cycle indicator light will blink.
REMEMBER: When
choosing the cycle, the
Cycle Selector knob can
be pointed anywhere
within the shaded range
for the cycle setting.
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