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

Operating Instructions

Careand Cleaning

of the Washer...................... 7

Control Panels..................... 4

ControlSettings ................. 4,5

Features ........................... 6

Loading and Using

the Washer ........................ 7

Troubleshooting Tips ....... 8-1o

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ................ 12

Warranty.......................... 11

Printed in the United States

Write the model and serial

number here:

Model #

Serial #

You can find them

under the lid of

the washer.

49-90449 08-12 GE

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.

HEATERSAFETY

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 usedfor two weeks or more, prevent the possibilityof damage or injury by

turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Dothis before usingany

electrical appliance which isconnected to the hot water system.This simple procedure will allow any built-up

hydrogen gasto escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke or usean open flame or appliance during

this process.

PROPERINSTALLATION

This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation

Instructions before it is used. Ifyou did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can

receive one by visiting GEAppliances.ca or by calling 800.561.3344.

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Installor store where it will not be exposed to

temperatures below freezing or exposedto the

weather, which could causepermanent damage

and invalidate the warranty.

GEstrongly recommends the useof new water

supply hoses.Hosesdegrade overtime and needto

be replaced every 5years to reducethe riskof hose

failures and water damage.

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Properlyground washer to conform with all

governing codesand ordinances. Follow details in

Installation Instructions.

Toensureproper installation, run two smallload

size Whites/Rinse cyclesBEFOREwashing the first

load.

Parts and Accessories

Call1.800.661.1616during normal businesshours or

contact your local authorized GEparts distributor.

Part Number Accessory

[] Thiswasher does not include water supply hoses. PH14X10002 4 ft RubberWater Supply Hoses

GEstrongly recommends the useof factory

specified parts.A listof factory hosesavailable

for purchaseare listed below. Thesehoses

are manufactured and tested to meet GE

specifications.

OR

PH14X10005

4 ft BraidedWater SupplyHoses

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

[] Keepthe area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials such as

lint, paper, rags,chemicals, etc.

[] Closesupervisionis necessaryif this appliance is

used by ornear children. Do not allow children to

play on,with or insidethis or any other appliance.

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Use this

appliance

only for its

intended

purpose as

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described in

this Owner's

Manual

WHEN USING THE WASHER

Never reach into the washerwhile it ismoving.

Wait until the machine hascompletely stopped

before opening the lid.

Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or

acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing

different chemicalscan produce atoxic gaswhich

may cause death.

Do not wash or dry articlesthat have been

cleaned in,washed in,soaked inor spotted with

combustible or explosive substances (suchas

wax, oil,paint, gasoline,degreasers,dry-cleaning

solvents,kerosene,etc.).Thesesubstances give

off vapors that may ignite or explode. Donot add

these substances to the wash water. Donot use

or placethese substances around your washer or

dryer during operation.

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Thelaundry processcan reducethe flame

retardancy offabrics. Toavoid such a result,

carefully follow the garment manufacturer's wash

and care instructions.

To minimizethe possibility of electric shock,unplug

this appliance from the power supply or disconnect

the washer at the building's distribution panel

by removingthe fuse or switching off the circuit

breaker before attempting any maintenance or

cleaning.

NOTE:Turningthe CycleSelectorKnobto anoff

position,or pressingPausedoes NOTdisconnect

the appliance from thepower 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 NOT IN USE

[] Turnoff water faucets to minimize leakage if a

break or rupture should occur.Checkthe condition

of the fill hoses;GErecommends changing the

hosesevery 5years.

[] Beforediscarding awasher, or removing it from

service,remove the washer lid to prevent children

from hiding inside.

[] Donot attempt to repair or replaceany part of

this appliance unless specifically recommended in

this Owner's Manual, or in published user-repair

instructions that you understand and have the

skillsto carry out.

[] Do not tamper with controls.

4' I,, READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETYINFORMATION

CAREFULLY.

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

S

. Add detergent

. Add diluted fabric

softener (on models

with a fabric

softener dispenser}

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Step 2

. Add items

• Select load size and

other wash options

, Select wash cycle

Step 4

. Close lid

. Pull knob

LOAD TEMPERATURE OPTIONS

Controls

Load

Looselyload items in the washer basket Overloading may negatively impact wash performance. Adjustthe load sizeaccordingly.

Temperature

Selectthe water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles.Alwaysfollow fabric manufacturer's care label orinstructions when

laundering.

Options (on some models)

Fabric Softener and Power Rinse

Set this option when adding fabric softener during the rinse cycle or when you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled

items. It provides an enhanced rinse.

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Wash Cycle-Cycle Selector Knob

The chart below willhelp you match the wash cycle setting with your items. The chart is ranked from greatest to least

wash intensity.

Yourwasher may not have all these cycles. (Cyclesvary by model.)

Whites For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play items.

(Regular Wash/Fast Spin)

Colours For heavy to lightlysoiled colours and jeans.

(Regular Wash/Fast Spin)

Casuals or Permanent Press For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work, and play clothes.

(Pulsed Wash/Fast Spin}

Liquid Bleach Funnel

Thewater filldilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.

__JCheckclothing care labelsfor special instructions.

r_ ivleasureliquid bleach carefully, following instructions onthe bottle.

[] Neverpour undiluted liquid chlorine bleachdirectlyonto clothesor into the wash

basket.

[] Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.

[3] Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel.

Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. Ifyou prefer to use powdered bleach, add itinto

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.

Q:What isthe difference between Heavy and Light settings?

A: ForWhites and Colours, the wash agitation time is increasedby 6 minutes and for Permanent Press,by 12minutes.

(Timesare approximate)

Q:Which cycle isbest for heavily soiled items?

A: Whites or Colours cycles have the greatest wash intensity.These cyclesprovide the bestoverall cleaning.Casuals or

Permanent Press should be usedfor wrinkle-free and permanent press items.

Q:How can Ireduce linting?

A:Sortwash loadsby fabric type andwhether they collect lint (velveteen,corduroy) or produce lint (terrycloth, chenille).

Wash small loads for a shorter amount of time.

Q:How much detergent do Iuse7

A: Forbest performance, always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions on usage.Manydetergents are

concentrated, soconsult the product label and follow the clearly marked lines on the detergent measuring cups.

Excessivedetergent can negatively impact the wash performance.

Q:Why doesthere seem to be lessrinsewater usedthan inmy previouswasher?

A:Thewater levelfor each cycle,including the rinsecycle, has been reduced to comply with 2011 federal energy and

water regulations.Your new GEwasher is designed to accommodate thesereduced water levelsand to wash and

rinse properlywith thequantity of water added for each selectedcycle.

Q:How doesthe selectionof Power Rinse or Fabric Softener affect water usageof my washer?

A:Selectingthe Power Rinseor Fabric Softener feature will increase the amount of water used byyour washer during

the rinse cycle.The added water assistsin the proper dilution of fabric softener. Thequantity of water used in this

cycle iscomparable to the amount used in the initial fill.

About washer features.

The Agitator Cap (onsome models)

Theagitator cap fits into the top of the

agitator. Ifit accidentally comes off,simply

put it back on.

OPTIONS

Set when adding

OFF FABRIC SOFTENER

d/or POWER RINSE

Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)

Thefabric softener dispenser automatically

releases liquid fabric softener. Setting the

knob ensuresthat it dispensesat the proper

time.

r_Add water to dispenser until it reaches

the maximum fill line.

Do not stop the washer or raise the lid

during the first spin. Thiswill cause the

dispenser to empty too soon.

To use,follow these steps:

r_Make sure dispenser securely

is attached

to agitator.

r_ use only diluted liquid fabric softener.

Pourinto dispenser,using amount

recommended on package.

Never pour fabric softener directly on items.

It may stain them.

Do not pour anything into the

agitator if the agitator cap or

dispenser is removed.

r_select Fabric Softener or Power Rinse

setting to activate the cycle.

Note: Fabricsoftener will not dispense if the

knob is inthe "Off' position.

Separate for cleaning

Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser ;on some models)

r11Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.

[21 Separatethe dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing clown on the

inside ofthe cup with your fingers. Dispensercup will pop free from the cover.

r_To clean the dispenser,soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover inthe

following solution:

[] ! USgallon (5.8liters)warm water

[] !/4 cup (60ml)heavy-duty liquid detergent

[] ! cup (2/40ml)bleach

r_lf necessary,loosenbuildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not usea stiff brush;

you may roughen the surface of the dispenser.

r_ Rinseand reassembledispenser.Placedispenser back onthe agitator.

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Loading and using the washer.

Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

WashLoads

Sort by colour (whites,lights,colours),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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ProperUseof Detergent

Add detergent before adding items so that the

detergent can work effectively. Usingtoo littleor

too much detergent isa common cause of laundry

problems.

Forspots, apply pre-treatment to items as

recommended on the product label.Application

should be made in the basket to prevent overspray

which may cause the colouring on the lid or graphics

to fade.

Youcan uselessdetergent ifyou have soft water a

smaller load or a lightly soiledload.

When using high efficiency orconcentrated

detergents, consult the product labelto determine

amount required for optimum performance.

Excessivedetergent will negatively impact wash

performance.

theWasher

X_ Load dry items loosely inthe washer basket.When

-_ v loadingwet items,make sure you set the load/water

',J levelhigh enough to allow the itemsto move freely.

Water levelshouldjust coverthe items.To add items

after washer has started, liftthe lidand submerge

additional items next to the agitator.

[] Do not wrap long items likesheetsor pants around

the agitator.

[] Do not wash fabrics containing flammable

materials (waxes,cleaning fluids, etc.).

[] Washer will not agitate or spinwith the lid up,

however the timer will continue to run.

Care and cleaning of the washer.

Wash Basket: Leavethe lid open afterwashing to

allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the

basket,use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid

detergent; then rinse.(Donot use harsh orgritty

cleaners.)

Fill Hoses:GErecommends changing the hosesevery

5years.

Exterion Immediately wipe off any spills.Wipe with

damp cloth.Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.

Moving and Storage: Askthe servicetechnician to

remove water from drain pump and hoses.Seethe

Installation Instructions packed with product for

information on how to reinstall the shipping rod to

keepthe tub stationary when movingthe washer.

Formore information, visit GEAppliances.ca or call

800.561.3344.Do not store the washer where it will

be exposed to the weather.

Long Vacations: Besurewater supply isshut off at

faucets. Drainall water from hoses if weather will be

below freezing.

Before you call for service...

_ roubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,

or visit GEAppliances.ca. You may not need to call for service.

WATER Possible Causes What To Do

Too many suds Too much detergent . Heasure your detergent carefully.Use lesssoap ifyou have

soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.

Type of detergent . Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow

instructions on package.

Soft water . Trylessdetergent.

Water leaks Using too much detergent . Uselessdetergent. Uselesssoap ifyou have soft water,

in washer a smaller load or a lightlysoiled load.

Fillhoses or drain hose is . Hake sure hose connections aretight at faucets and

improperly connected rubber washers are installed.Hake sure endof drain hose

is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.

Household drain may . Checkhousehold plumbing.You may needto call

be clogged a plumber.

Drain hose loose . Hake sure drain hose isfully seated inback of washer and

that the two retaining screws are fullyseated.

Drain hose rubs on wall . Hake sure drain hose doesnot make contact with the wall.

Hay cause excessivewear onthe hose.

Constant water pressure . Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after

to the fill hoses at the each use.

water source . Checkcondition of the fill hoses;they should be replaced

every 5years.

Water temperature Coolerwater temperatures . New laundry detergents have beenformulated to work

seems incorrect provide improved energy with coolerwater temperatures without affecting wash

efficiency performance.

Water supply isturned off . Turn both hot and cold faucets fullyon and makesure

or improperly connected hosesare connected to correct faucets.

Water valve screens are . Turn off the water sourceand remove the water connection

stopped up hoses from the upper back of the washer. Usea brush or

toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect

the hosesand turn the water back on.

House water heater is . Hake sure house water heater isdelivering water at

not set properly !20°F-!40°F (48°C-60°C).

Water pumped out before Lidlifted or cycle was put in . Resetcycle.

cycle is complete pause for over 24 hours

Water won't drain Drain hose is kinked or . Straighten drain hoseand makesurewasher isnot

improperly connected sitting on it.

. Topof drainoutlet should be lessthan 6ft (1.8m)

above floor.

Washer pauses during This is normal . Thisis normal. Thewasher alternates between agitate and

wash cycle soak during some wash cyclesto get your clothes cleaner

with lesswear.

Washer pauses during This is normal . Thewasher may pause during the spin cycleto remove

spin cycle soapy water more efficiently.

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