GE Appliances GTWN5650D0WW User manual

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Safety Instructions .......... 2,s
Operating Instructions
Careand Cleaning
of the Washer...................... 7
Control Panel ...................... 4
ControlSettings ................. 4-5
Features ........................... 6
Loading and Using
the Washer ........................ 7
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 8-1o
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ................ 12
Warranty .......................... 11
Write the model and serial
number here:
Model # F_ 7
Serial #
You can find them
under the lid of
the washer.
49-90432-1 08-12 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
AWARNING! in o mo ,onin mon.o m,nimi is,
fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss
of lira
WATER 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 hasnot been usedfor two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury byturning
on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes.Dothis before using any electrical appliance
which isconnected to the hot water system.Thissimple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to 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. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by
visiting GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.452.2757).
[] Installor store where it will not be exposed to GEstrongly recommends the useof new water supply
temperatures below freezing or exposedto the hoses.Hosesdegrade over time and need to be
weather, which could cause permanent damage and replacedevery 5 years to reducethe risk of hosefailures
invalidate the warranty, and water damage.
[]
[]
Properlyground washer to conform with all governing
codes and ordinances. Followdetails in Installation
Instructions.
Toensure proper installation, run two small load size
.SpeedWash cycles BEFOREwashing the first load.
[] Thiswasher doesnot includewater supply hoses.
GEstrongly recommends the use offactory specified
parts.A list of factory hosesavailable for purchase
are listed below. These hosesare manufactured and
tested to meet GEspecifications.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEAppliancesparts.com today, 24
hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002during normal
businesshours.
Part Number
PH!4X!0002
OR
PH!4X!0005
WXlOXlO011
Accessory
/4ft RubberWater SupplyHoses
/4ft Braided Water SupplyHoses
Tide@Washing Machine Cleaner*
WX7X1 Washer FloorTray
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
[] Keepthe area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as lint,
paper, rags,chemicals,etc.
[] Closesupervision isnecessary ifthis appliance is used
byor near children. Donot allow children to play on,
with or insidethis or any other appliance.
* Tide@ is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble.

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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner's
Manual
WHEN USING THE WASHER
[] Never reach into the washer while it ismoving. Wait
until the machine hascompletely stopped before
opening the lid.
[] Thelaundry processcan reducethe flame retardancy
of fabrics. Toavoid such a result,carefully follow the
garment manufacturer's wash and care instructions.
[]
[]
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such asvinegar and/or rust remover. Mixingdifferent
chemicals can produce a toxic gas which may cause
death.
Do not wash or dry articlesthat have been cleaned
in,washed in,soaked in or spotted with combustible
or explosivesubstances (such aswax, oil,paint,
gasoline,degreasers,dry-cleaning solvents,kerosene,
etc.).These substancesgive off vapors that may
ignite or explode. Donot add these substances to the
wash water. Do not use or place these substances
around your washer or dryer during operation.
[]
[]
To minimizethe 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:Turningthe CycleSelectorKnob to an off
position,pressing Poweror pressing Start/Pausedoes
NOT disconnectthe appliance from thepower supply.
Neverattempt to operate this appliance if it is
damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,or
hasmissing 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 hoses every 5
years.
[] Beforediscarding a washer, or removing it from
service,remove the washer lid to prevent children
from hiding inside.
[] Donot attempt to repamor replace any part of
this appliance unlessspecificallyrecommended in
this Owner's Manual, or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills
to carryout.
[] Do not tamper with the controls.
\l| SREAD AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETYINFORMATION CAREFULLY.
tHEsEINStRUCtIONS

About the control panel-Quick start guide.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Step Step 2 Step 3_-,_ @"
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• Add fabric softener (on models • Loosely add items around infusorTM. , Select wash cycle , Press Start
with a fabric softener dispenser); Overloadinqmay negatively . , Select wash options,
see page 6 for details impact wash performance. Adjust
the load size accordingly, including Fabric
•Add detergent. GE recommends , Close lid Softener option
the use of High Efficiency _ NOTE: Washer will not start to fill , Select Options
detergents in all Energy
Star-rated washers, with lid open O
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Delicates e_ CoM Care*
Towe_s/Sheets _ 1 sm.d_rd
UF_tra Light _} Tap Cold _ NO Spin Sma_i _Pause I
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Controls 0
Step 4
WaSh Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob
he wash cycle controls the length of the washing process.The knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the CycleSelector knob after
starting a cycle will stop the washer and resetthe cycle to the new selection. PressStart to begin the new cycle selection.
Thechart below will helpyou match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
°Wash* Use°Wash to saveenergyon specificwash cycles.°Wash cannot be usedon Basket Clean,Quick Rinse,and Drain
&Spinwash cycles.
ColdCare* Cyclechanges to the most energy efficientsettings.
Whites For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens,work and playclothes.This cycleprovides the best overall
cleaning and should beused for most everydayitems. Providesregularwash and highspeedspin.
Colors For non-colorfast cottons and blendsor items that are labeledcold wash. Providesgentle wash and high speedspin.
Perm.Press For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits. Provides gentle wash with periods of soak and low
speed spin.
Delicates For lingerieand special-carefabrics with lightto normal soil.Providesextra gentle wash and low speedspin.
Jeans For washing medium to lightly soiled jeans. Providesgentle wash and high speed spin.(Forheavily soiled work
jeans, use Whites/Heavy cycle.)
Hand Wash Foritems labeled hand washable with light soils.Providesa super gentlewash and an extra low speed spin.
Towels/Sheets* Provides periods of agitation and soak tailored for washing towels and sheets.Provides regular wash and high
speed spin.
Heavy Duty* An above normal cycle for heavily soiled or stained clothes. A soak cycle is added and the agitate cycle is
extended for extra cleaning. This more aggressive cycle should be used sparingly.
Speed Wash* Forsmall loads of lightly soileditems that are neededin a hurry.Providesregular wash and high speedspin.
Basket Clean* Use for cleaning the basket of residue and odor. Recommended use of once per month. NOTE:Never load
laundry while using Basket Clean. The laundry may become damaged or contaminated. Seethe Care and
Cleaning section.
QuickRinse* Rinsesand spins non-soiled items where a rinseonly isdesired. Providesa high speed spin.
Drain &Spin For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. Provides a high speed spin.
4 * Onsome models

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Options
Autosoak
This option beginswith a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then movesthrough the rest of the cycle automatically. On
some models,this option is located on the CycleSelector knob.
Extra Rinse
When you useextra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes,use the Extra Rinseoption to better remove additional residues.
Fabric Softener
Setthis option when adding fabric softener to the washer or to selectthe enhanced Power Rinse.
NOTE:Do not usefabric softener dispensing bolls with thiswasher. Theydo not work correctly in high efficiency washers.
Delay Wash
Onsome models, asthe Delay Wash pad isrepeatedly pressed,the delay time setsto 50 minutes, ! hour,5 hours, 6 hours, 9 hours, and
back to clear (0 minutes).
Onother models, as the Delay Wash pad isrepeatedly pressed,the delay time sets to 2 hours, 4 hours, 8 hours, and back to clear (0 hours).
Forall models, ifthe Delay Wash pad ispressed for 5 seconds, it clears (regardlessof the delay time).
Signal
Usethe Signal pad to change the volume of the end of cycle signal. Pressthe pad until you reach the desired volume or off.
Settings
Individual settings for agitation (Soil),water temperature (Temp), and spin (Spin) can be set from the minimum (lowest in column) to
maximum (highest in column). In general, the higher up the column, the more energy will be used.
Load Size
- Forconvenience,bestperformanceandoptima}efficiency,selectPreciseEilLThisselectionautomaticallyprovidesthe correctamountofwater suitedto
thesizeandtypeofloadplacedinthe unit.NOTE:Thewasher will not fill with water when PreciseFill is selected if the lid isopened.
- Ifyoupreferto manuallyselectthewaterlevel,selectSmellthroughSuper.WhilePreciseFillisbestformost}oudsandgenera}washing,youmaywant to
manuu}lyselectthe bad sizeforspecialtyitemssuchusbulky,lightweightcomfortersor pillows,whereyouwant toensurea largerwaterlevelisupplied.
Hanua}bad sizeselectionsshouldbemadefor wetitemsplacedinthe washer,suchassoakedtowelsor garments.
Power
Pressto "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into idle mode.
NOTE:Pressing POWERdoes not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Start
PressStart to beginthe cycle.NOTE:Thelid must be closed for the washer to fill and the cycle to start. PressingStart again will Pause the
cycle and the Cycleindicator light will blink.
Tocontinue the cycle, pressStart again or close the lid.If machine is paused more than 24 hours,the cycle will be cancelled. To stop the
cycle,hold the pad for 3seconds.Ifwater remains inthe machine, select the Drain &Spin cycle to drain tub and spin water out of the
washer tub.
Raisingthe lidwill stop agitation or spin action but does not pause the cycle.
eWash (on some models)
When the eWash pad is pressed,the cycle changes to its most energy efficient settings and all of the e!onitor lights will light to indicate
that the most efficient settings are on.Ifyou change settings,the number of eMonitor lightswill decrease (or increase)to indicate decreased
or increased energy efficiency settings.
Display (onsomemodels)
The display shows the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle.
NOTE:Thecycle time isaffected by how long it tokes the washer to fill.Thisdepends on the water pressure inyour home. The "smart" timer
"learns"the amount of time it tokesto fill your washer and adjusts the total time accordingly.
In addition, this display will, "scroll" the washer status:
•bALANCING Start of rebalancing cycle to redistribute clothes.Stopsafter rebalancing iscomplete.
dELAY When Delayed Wash is initiated. Replacedwith estimated time when cycle starts.
End Endof current cycle.
FILL Forthe first/45 secondsof afill,the estimated end of cycle time isdisplayed. Forthe rest ofthe fill time,"FILL"isscrolled
until the fill completes.
LID Cyclestopped because lid isopen. Closethe lid.
•PAUSE Cyclepaused because the Start/Pause pad was pressedand the washer was setto Pause.PressStart pad again to
restart the cycle.
Indicator lights
Five LEDlights indicate the current washer status moving from left to right as the cycle progresses.

About washer features.
Do not pour anything into the
agitator if the agitator cap or
dispenser is removed.
The Fabric Softener Dispenser
Theagitator cap fits into the top of the agitator.
If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back
on.
Thefabric softener dispenser automatically
releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time
during the cycle.
Do not stop the washer or raise the lid during
the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to
empty too soon.
To use, follow these steps:
r_ ivlake sure dispenser issecurelyattached to
agitator.
[_] Useonly liquid diluted fabric softener. Pour
into dispenser,usingamount recommended
on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes.
It may stain them.
J_lAdd water to dispenser until itreaches the
maximum fill line.
F41SelectFabric Softener to activate the cycle.
Perm.Press Colors
C_uals Normal
Delicates Whites
ColdCare
Jeans
Hand Wash
Towels /Sheets
Heavy Duty
_roin &Spin
Basket Clean Quick Rinse
Separate for cleaning
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
[_ Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.
r-_l Separatethe dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the
inside ofthe cup with your fingers. Dispensercup will pop free from the cover.
F_To clean the dispenser,soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover inthe following
solution:
[] ! USgallon (3.8liters)warm water
[] !/4 cup (60ml)heavy-duty liquid detergent
[] ! cup (240 ml)bleach
r411f necessary,loosen buildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Donot usea stiff brush;you
may roughen the surface of the dispenser.
J_] Rinseand reassembledispenser.Placedispenser back on the agitator.
Liquid Bleach Funnel
Thewater fill dilutesliquid chlorine bleach asthe washer fillsfor the wash cycle.
[] Checkclothing care labelsfor special instructions.
Measureliquid bleach carefully,following instructions on the bottle.
[] Neverpour undiluted liquid chlorinebleachdirectlyonto clothesor into the wash basket.
[] Donot pour powdered bleachinto bleachfunnel.
[_1 Beforestarting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel. Avoid
splashing or over-filling dispenser.Ifyou prefer to use powdered bleach,add it into the wash
basket with your detergent.
[] Donot mix chlorine bleachwith ammonia or acids such asvinegar and/or rust remover.
Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may causedeath.
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Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
WashLoads
Sort bycolor (whites, lights,colors),soil level,fabric type
(sturdycottons, easy care, delicates/and whether the
fabric produces lint (terry cloth,chenilletor collects lint
(velveteen,corduroyt.
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ProperUse of Detergent
Add detergent before adding items sothat the
detergent can work effectively. Usingtoo little or
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 coloring on the lid or graphics to
fade.
You can uselessdetergent ifyou havesoft water, a
smaller load or a lightly soiledload.
When using high efficiencyor concentrated
detergents, consult the product label to determine
amount required for optimum performance. Excessive
detergent will negatively impact wash performance.
LoadingtheWasher
Load dry items looselyin the washer basket. Forbest
results,load items evenly and loosely around the
outside ofthe basket.Toadd itemsafter washer has
started, lift the lid and submerge additional items
around the outside of the basket.
[] Do not placelarge items acrossthe InfusorTM. Load
them around the outside of the basket.
[] Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
[] Washer willnot agitate or spin with the lid up,
however the timer will continue to run.
Care and cleaning of the washer.
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Wash Basket:Leavethe lidopen afterwashing to allow
moistureto evaporate.Ifyouwant to cleanthebasket,use
a clean,softcloth dampenedwith liquiddetergent;then
rinse.(Donot useharshor gritty cleaners.)
Fill Hoses: GErecommends changing the hoses every 5
years.
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp
cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.
Interion Theoccasionaluseof acyclethat containsbleach
will keepthe insideofthewasher clean.
Glass Lid (onsome models): Use a clean, soft cloth
dampened with a vinegar and water solution.
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove
water from drain pump and hoses. Seethe Installation
Instructions packed with product for information on how
to reinstall the shipping rod to keep the tub stationary
when moving the washer. For more information, visit
GEAppliances.com or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
Oo not store the washer where it will be exposed to the
weather.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply isshut off at
faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below
freezing.

Before you call for service...
(__ Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.
WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Water level seems low This is normal _ Water may not cover the top levelof the clothes.
Thisis normal for this high-efficiency washer.
Water fills and drains Drain stand pipe istoo low . Thedrain stand pipe must be above 30".
at the same time
Too many suds Too much detergent . Measure your detergent carefully. Uselesssoap if you have
soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiledload.
Type of detergent • Switchto HE_detergent.
Soft water . Try lessdetergent.
Water leaks Using too much detergent . Use lessdetergent. Uselesssoap ifyou havesoft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switchto HE_detergent.
Fill hoses or drain hose is . Hake sure hoseconnections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed.Hake sureend of drain hose
iscorrectly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may . Checkhousehold plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose is loose . Hake sure drain hoseisfully seated in back of washer and
that the two retaining screws are fully seated.
Drain hose rubs on wall _ Hake sure drain hosedoes not make contact with the wall.
Hay cause excessivewear on the 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 5 years.
Water temperature Cooler water temperatures . New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash
efficiency performance.
Water supply is turned off _ Turn both hot and coldfaucets fully on and make sure
or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are _ Turnoff the water source and remove the water connection
stopped up hosesfrom the upper back of the washer. Usea brush or
toothpick to clean the screens inthe machine. Reconnect
the hosesand turn the water back on.
Cool/Cold water when _ Thisis normal. PerfecTempsenseswater temperature and
selecting Hot optimizes for best results. Coldwater isadded periodically
when hot isselected.
House water heater is _ Hake sure housewater heater isdeliveringwater at
not set properly !20°F-!40°F (48°C-60°C).
Water pumped out before Lid lifted 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 make surewasher isnot sitting on it.
improperly connected * Topof drain outlet should be lessthan 6 ft (1.8m)above floor.
Washer pauses during TheAuto Soak Option * Thisis normal.The washer alternates between agitate and
wash cycle was chosen soak during these cycles to getyour 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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OPERATION Passible Causes What To Do
Washer won't operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
Controls are not set properly •Check controls.
Lid is open--safety feature • Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary.
prevents agitation and
spinning when lid is up
Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should have a separate outlet.
Electronics need to be reset • Unplug washer, wait 2minutes, plug back in and press START.
STARTwas not pressed • PressSTART.
Lid magnet missing • Call for service.
Time not shown Unit filling • This is normal. Estimated time remaining is updated during
on display fill time.
Novement inside machine Shifting mechanism is • When the machine is manually turned off, the shifter will
when shut off disengaging the motor disengage the motor before completely shutting down.
If lid is raised before the motor isdisengaged, it will resume
when lid is closed.
Basket seems loose Basket moves or rotates freely • Washer basket does not have a traditional brake. Basket will
move freely. This isnormal.
PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Da
Clothes too wet Incorrect cycle selected. • Make sure the cycle selected matches the load you (Ire
washing. Somefabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water.
Wash load out of balance • Redistribute load in washer and run through Drain & Spin cycle.
Colored spots Incorrect use af fabric • Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow
softener directions for using dispenser.
• Make sure you have selected the Fabric Softener option.
• Pretreat stain and rewash.
Dye transfer • Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Grayed oryellowed Detergent amount • Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer's directions.
clothes Hard water • Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install
a water softener.
Water is not hot enough • Make sure water heater is delivering water at
120%-140% (48°C-60°C).
Washer is overloaded • Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. Adjust load size based
on item size and material. For best results, load items around the
outside of the basket
Detergent is not dissolving • Add detergent before you load items.
Dye transfer • Sort clothes by color. Iffabric label states wash separately,
unstable dyes may be indicated.
Lint ar residue on Clothes are air ar line dried • Ifyou do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer, your
clothes clothes may retain more lint.
Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
Washing too long • Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads.
Detergent not dissolving • Add detergent before you load items.
• Try a liquid detergent.
• Use warmer water temperature.
Overloading • Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. Adjust load size based
on item size and material. For best results, load items around the
outside of the basket
Incorrect use of fabric
softener • Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow
directions for using dispenser.
• Make sure you have selected the Fabric Softener option.

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_Troubleshooting Tips
PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do
Pilling Result of normal wear on , Whilethis is not caused by the washer, you can slow the
poly-cotton blends and pilling processbywashing garments insideout.
fuzzy fabrics
Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp , Fastensnaps,hooks,buttons and zippers.
or excessivewear buttons, belt buckles, , Removeloose items likepins,objects in pockets and
zippers and sharp objects sharp buttons.
left in pockets • Turn knits(which snag easily)inside out.
Undiluted chlorine bleach , Checkbleach package instructions for proper amount.
Never add undiluted bleachto wash or allow clothes to
come in contact with undiluted bleach.
Chemicals like hair bleach or , Rinseitemsthat may havechemicals on them before
dye, permanent wave solution washing.
Wrinkling Improper sorting , Avoid mixing heavy items (likework clothes)with light items
(likeblouses).
Try a fabric softener.
Overloading or incorrect • Looselyloadclothesinthe washer basket.Adjust loadsizebased
water level on item sizeand material.
Incorrect wash and , Match Cycleselectionto the type of fabric you are washing
dry cycles (especiallyfor easy care loads).
Repeated washing in , Wash inwarm or cold water.
water that istoo hot
SOUNDS Possible Causes Reason
"Metallic clicking" Shifter mechanism is , Thedrive systemwill engage at the start of agitate and
engaging or disengaging disengage when agitate iscomplete. This occurs multiple
times during the wash.
Back and forth "swoosh" Electric motor reversing , Thismachine has a drivesystem that doesn't use gears.
or light "clicking" sound direction Thissound isthe motor rotating back and forth to clean
during agitate your laundry.
Quick short agitation Clothing redistribution , Atthe end of agitate, the motor makes short agitation strokes
sounds at end of agitate to redistribute the load.
"Click" when water Relay switch , Therelay makes aclick sound when activated. Thewater
stops filling levelactivates the relay and stopsfilling.
"Clicking" behind Control Automatic Temperature , Two valvesmix cold and hot water. The "clicking" iswhen either
Panel during fill ControlValve valve turns on or off to raiseor lower the fillwater temperature.
Water flow changes Automatic Temperature , Two valvesmix cold and hot water. Theflow changes when either
during fill Control Valve valveturns on or off to raiseor lower the fillwater temperature.
Motor "whining up" or Motor ramping up/down , Themotor will speed up incrementally during the spin cycle.
"coasting down" in spin during spincycle When spin iscomplete, itwill coast until it stops.
"Humming" Water drain pump , Thedrain pump will make a humming sound when pumping
out water after agitation stops and continue until spin iscomplete.
"Gurgling" Water drain pump , When the pump starts drawing in air,It starts to gurgle.
Thewasher shouldthen begin spinning and the sound will
continue until it isdone spinning.
Water "swishing" This is normal • Thiswasher usesa InfusorTM wash action.Water swishingwhile
the unit isagitating isnormal,especiallywith smaller loads.
Washer is noisy Washer is uneven , Tolevelthe front of the washer, adjust the front leveling legsby
rotating the individual leg inthe proper direction for up
or down. Tolevelthe back of the washer, lift the back
of the machine 4" (11cm) and set down.
Shipping rod is still assembled , Toremove the shipping rod from the washer, pullthe yellow tag
in the unit and remove the attached rod from the bottom right hand sideof
the washer.
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GE Washer Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or
an authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number
available when calling for service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain
service under the warranty.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
Any factory specified part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related
serviceto replacethe defective part.
Whet Is Not Covered:
[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to usethe
product.
[] improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
[] Failure of the product if it isabused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
[] Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
[] Products which are not defective or broken, or which are
working as described in the Owner's Manual.
[]Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or
acts of God.
[] incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
[] Defects or damage due to operation in freezing
temperatures.
[] Damage caused after delivery.
[] Product not accessible to provide required service.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,
are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
Thiswarranty isextendedto the original purchaser and any succeedingowner for products purchased for home usewithin the
USA.If the product islocated in an area whereservicebya GEAuthorized Servicerisnot available,you may be responsiblefor a trip
charge oryou may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GEServicelocation.InAlaska,the warranty excludesthe cost
of shipping or servicecalls toyour home.
Ifyou need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use GEfactory specified parts. These parts are designed to
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Instrucciones
de seguridad .................. 2,]
Instrucciones de operaci6n
Ajustes de control ............... 4-5
C6mo cargar y usor
la lavadora ......................... 7
Cuidado y limpieza
de la lavadora ...................... 7
Funciones .......................... 6
Panel de control .................... 4
Consejos para la soluci6n
de problemas ................ 8-1o
Soporte ul consumidor
Garantia .......................... 11
Soporte al consumidor ............ 12
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Escriba el n(lmero de modelo
y de serie aqui:
No. de modelo
No. de serie
Puede encontrarlos
bajo la puerta
de la lavadora.
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INFORMACI6N DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTE.
LEA TODASLASINSTRUCCIONESANTES DE USAR.
AiADVERTENCIA! g. idod, ndi o ion mon.o minim o
el riesgo de incendio o explosi6n, descarga eldctrica, o para evitar dahos a la
propiedad, lesiones personales, o muerte.
SEGURIDAD DEL CALENTADOR DEAGUA
En determinadas condiciones, en un calentador de agua qua no se haya utilizado durante un minima
de dos semanas se puede producir gas hidr6geno. Elgas hidr6geno puede resultar explosivo en
determinadas circunstancias.
Siel agua caliente no seha utilizadopar dossemanaso mBs,prevengala posibilidadde sufrir danoso lesiones
abriendo todos losgrifos de agua calienteydej6ndola correr durante ratios minutos. Realiceesteproceso antes
de utilizar cualquier electrodom@sticoque seconecte al sistema de agua caliente. Estesencilloprocedimiento le
permitir6 liberar todo el gas hidr6geno acumulado. Debidoa que el gas esinflamable,no fume ni utilice ninguna
llamao electrodomestico durante el proceso.
INSTALACION CORRECTA
Lolavadorasedebeinsta!ary colocarcorrectamentedeacuerdocon!asinstruccionesdeinsta!acidn,antes
deutilizarla.Sino recibi6 la hoja con instrucciones de instalaciOn,puede obtener una visitando
GEAppliunces.com o Ilamando a1800.GE.CARES(800.452.2757).
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tnstaleo almacenela lavadoraen un lugardonde
no est@expuestaa temperaturas bajo cero nialas
inclemenciasclim6ticas,yaqua esto puede provocar
dahosirreversiblese invalidarla garantia.
Conectecorrectamentea tierra la lavadorade
conformidad contodos losc6digosyordenanzas
regulatorias.Sigala informaci6nde Instruccionesde
instalaci6n.
Paraasegurar una instalaci6n adecuada, deje
correr dos ciclos de SpeedWash (Lavado R6pido)
con tamaflo de carga pequeha ANTESde realizar el
primer lavado.
Estalavadora no incluye rnangueras de suministro de
agua.
GErecomienda enf6ticamente el usade plazas
especificadas de f6brica. A continuaci6n seencuentra
una lista de mangueras de f6brica disponibles para
la compra. Estasmangueras est6n fabricadas y
probadas para cumplir con lasespecificaciones de
GE.
GErecomiendaenf6ticamenteel usade mangueras
nuevasdesuministrode agua.Lasmanguerasse
desgastanconeltiempoydeben reemplazarsecadaS
ahospara reducirelriesgodefallasen lasmanguerasy
daflos provocadosparel agua.
Piezas y accesorios
Solic[teloson-line hay mismo a GEAppliancesparts.
cam, las24 horas del d[ao par teldono al 800.626.2002
en horatio normal de trabajo.
N6mero de Pieza
PM18X20002
0
PM14XIO005
WXIOXIO011
WX7X1
Accesorio
Mangueras de goma de
suministro de agua de 4 pies
Mangueras trenzada de
suministro de agua de 4 pies
Limpiador Tide@para Lavadoras*
Bandeja del Pisode la Lavadora
ZONA DE LAVADERO
[] Mantenga la zona par debajo yalrededor de sus
electrodom_sticos libresde materiales combustibles
coma pelusa,papel,trapos, productos qufmicos,etc.
[] Esnecesario vigilarcon atenci6n a losninos siutilizan
la lavadora o seencuentran en las proximidades.
Nodeje qua losniflosjueguen sabre @steu otto
electrodom6stico, con 61o en su interior.
*Tide @es una marca registrada de Procter & Gamble.

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AL UTILIZARLA LAVADORA
[]
Utiliceeste
electrodomdstico[]
s61opara el uso
quesedescribe
en estemonual
delpropietario. []
Nunca introduzca lasmanos en la lavadora mientras
@stase encuentre en movimiento. Esperea que la
m6quina sehaya detenido par completo antes de
abrir la tapa.
[] Elproceso de lavado puede reducir el tiempo previo
a la inflamaci6n de lostejidos.Para evitar este efecto
siga con atenci6n lasinstrucciones de lavadoy
cuidado del fabricante de la prenda.
No mezcleblanqueadores clorados con amoniaco o
@cidoscomo vinagre o desoxidantes. Lamezcla de
distintos productos quimicos puede producir gases
t6xicos que pueden causar la muerte.
No laveni sequeprendas que sehayan limpiado,
lavado, empapado o manchado con sustancias
inflamables o explosivas(como cera, aceite, pintura,
gasolina,desengrasantes, disolventesde limpieza
en seco,queroseno, etc.)que puedan prenderseo
explosionar.No anada ninguna de estassustancias
al agua de lavado. No utilice ni coloque ninguna de
estassustancias en torno a la lavadora o la secadora
durante el funcionamiento.
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[]
Para minimizar la posibilidad de descarga el@ctrica,
desenchufe el electrodom@sticode la corriente o
desconecte la lavadora en el panel de distribuci6n
de la vivienda quitando elfusible o apagando el
interruptor antes de realizarcualquier tarea de
mantenimiento o limpieza.
NOTA:Girar la perilla CycleSelector(Selectorde Ciclo
ala posici6n de apagado,presionar Power (Encender)
opresionar Start/Pause(Inicio/Pausa) NOdesconecta
el electrodomdsticodel cable de corriente.
Nointente en ningOncaso utilizar la lavadora
si est@danada, funciona incorrectamente, est@
parcialmente desmontada, lefaltan piezas o algunas
est@nrotas, incluidos el cable o el enchufe.
CUANDO NO ESTEEN USO
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[]
CierrelasIlavesde paso minimizar lasfugas en
caso de que seproduzca una rotura o grieta.
Compruebe el estado de lasmangueras de Ilenado;
GErecomienda el cambio de lasmangueras cada S
aflos.
Antes de deshacersede una lavadora o de
desecharla,quite la puerta de la lavadora para evitar
que losniflos seescondan en su interior.
[] No intente reparar ni sustituir ninguna piezade este
electrodom6stico, a menos que se recomiende de
manera expl[cita en el manual del propietario o en
instrucciones publicadas de usoyreparaci6n que
sean comprensiblesyque pueda realizarusted.
[] No manipule loscontroles.
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,,, LEA YSIGA ESTAINFORMACION
DE SEGURIDAD CUIDADOSAMENTE.
CONSERVE ESTASINSTRUCCIONES

Panel de controI--Guia de inicio r6pido.
Esposible qua los funciones y apariencias varien con relaci6n a su modelo a Io largo del manual.
Paso i
• Agregue el suavizante (en
modelos con dosJficador para
suavizante); para m_isdetalles,
lea la pOgina6
•Agregue el detergente. GE
recomienda el usa de
detergentes de Alto Eficiencia
en todas los lavadoras
clasificadas par Energy Star.
Paso 2
• Agreguelasprendassinajustaralrededor
del InfusorTM. Sobrecargar el tambor
puedepraducirunimpactonegativoenel
desempeRodelavado.Ajusteeltomato
de la cargo segOncorresponda.
• Cierre la tapa NOTA: La lavadora
no comienza a Ilenarse
con la tapa abierta.
Jeans
Hand Wash
Towels/Shee_
Heavy Outy
Controles
Paso 3 _,._._ __
• Seleccione el tama_o de cargo
y otras opciones de lavado,
inciuyendo la opci6n del Suavizante
•Seieccione el ciclo de lavado
•Seleccione Options.
Paso 4
• Oprima Start.
Perilla de Ciclos de Lavado-Selector de Cic/o
Elciclo de lavado controla la duraci6n del proceso de lavado. La perilla se puede girar en cualquier direcci6n. Girar la perilla Cycle Selector
(Selector de Cido) luego de iniciar un ciclo detendr6 la tavadora y reiniciar6 el ciclo en una nueva selecci6n. Presione Start (Iniciar)para
comenzar laselecci6n del nuevo ciclo.
Elsiguiente cuadro le ayudar6 a configurar el ciclo de lavado correcto para su ropa.
eWash* Utilice eWash para ahorrar energia en los ciclos de lavado especificos, eWash no puede set utilizado en Basket
Clean (Limpieza de la Canasta), Ouick Rinse (Enjuague r6pido),y Drain &Spin (SecaryCentrifugar)ciclos de lavado.
ColdCare* El cido cambia a los configuraciones de usa m6s eficiente de la energia.
(Cuidado de Frio)
Whites(Blancosl Paraalgodones con mucha o pocasuciedad,ropa blanca,ropa de trabajo odejuego Esteciclobrinda tamejor limpieza
general yse deberia usar con la mayorfa de los items todos los dfas. Brinda lavado regular ygiro en alta velocidad.
Colors (Calares) Para algodonesymezclasque no se desti_en o prendas con la etiqueta de lavado en fib. Brinda un lavadosuave y
con giro en alta velocidad.
Perm. Press Para prendasytejidos sin arrugas yplanchado permanente. Brinda un lavado suave con periodos de remojo yun
(Presi6nPermanentel giro en baja velocidad.
Delicates Para lencerTaytelas querequierencuidado especialcon suciedadentre suave a normal.Brinda un iavado extra suave
(PrendasDelicadas) y giro en baja velocidad.
Jeans Para lavar vaqueros poca suciedad o ligeramente sucios. Brinda un tavado suave y giro en alta velocidad. (Para
fVaqueras) vaqueros usados para trabajar con mucha suciedad, use el ciclo Whites/Heavy (Blancos/Prendas Pesadas).
Hand Wash Para prendascon etiqueta de lavadoa maria con poca suciedad.Brindaun lavados0persuaveyungiraenextrabaja
(Lavada Manual) velacidad.
Towels/Sheets* Proveeperiodos de agitaci6n yremojo adecuado para lavar toallas ysSbanas. Brinda lavado regular ygiro en alta
ffaallas/S6banas) velocidad.
Heavy Duty* Un cido par sabre Ionormal para ropa con mucha suciedad o manchas. Unciclo de enjuague es agregado y elciclo
(Cargo Pesada) de agitaci6n es extendido para una limpieza adicional. Este ciclo m6s agresivo se deber[a usar con mayor moderaci6n.
Speed Wash* Para peque_os cantidades de prendas con poca suciedad qua se necesitan de farina r_pida. Brinda Iovodo regular y
(Lavado R6pido) giro en alta velocidad.
Basket Clean* Use para limpiar la canasta de residuos yolores. Usa recomendado una vez par rues. NOTA: Nunca cargue
(Limpieza de ropa sucia mientras se est6 usando Basket Clean (Limpieza de la Canasta). La ropa sucia se podr6 da_ar o
la Canasta) contaminar. Lea la secci6n de Cuidado y Limpieza.
Ouick Rinse* Enjuaga yhace girar las prendas sin suciedad cuando s61o se desea un enjuague. Brinda un giro de alta velocidad.
(Enjuague r6pido)
Drain &Spin Para drenar el tuba y el agua que gira de la ropa. Brinda un giro de alta velocJdad.
*En algunos modelos

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Opciones
Autosouk (Remqjo Autom_tico)
Esta opci6n comienza con una breve agitaci6n, realiza el remojo durante un periodo de tiempo espec[fico, y luego realiza el resto del cielo de
farina autom6tica. En algunos modelos, esta opci6n est6 ubicada en ta perilla Cycle Selector (Selector de Cicio).
Extra Rinse (Enjuague Adicional)
Aiusar detergente o blanqueador adieional para limpiar ropa may sucia, use la opci6n Extra Rinse (Enjuague Adicional) para eliminar major
los residuos adicionales.
Fabric Softener ISuavizante para Tela)
Configureesta opci6nal agregar suavizante de tela a la lavadora o al seleccionarPower Rinse(EnjuagueIntenso)mejorado.
NOTA:No usebolasdedispensadordesuavizantede telaenesta lavadom.No fundonan correctamenteconlavadorascon alto niveldeefideneia.
Delay Wash (Lavado Retrasado)
En algunos modeios, al presionar de farina repetida Delay Wash (Lavado Retrasado), el tiempo de retraso se configura en 50 minutos, 1
hora, 5 horas, 6 horas, 9 horas y de nuevo a borrado (0minutos).
En otros modelos, al presionar de farina repetida Delay Wash (Lavado Retrasado), el tiempo de retraso se configura en 2 horas, 4 horas, 8
horas, y de nuevo a borrado (0 minutos).
Con ratios los modelos, si se presiona Delay Wash (Lavado Retrasado) durante 5 segundos, se borra (sin importar eltiempo de retraso).
Signal (Sefiall
Use el bot6n Signal (Senat)para cambiar el voiumen de la senal delfindel ciclo. Presione latecia hasta qua alcance elvoiumen deseado o se apague.
Settings (Configuraciones)
Configuraeiones individuales para agitaci6n (Soil/Suciedad), temperatura del agua (Temperature/Temperatura), y gird (Spin/GirD)
se pueden eonfigurar de minima (inferior en la columna) a m6ximo (superior en la eolumna). En general, cuanto m_s arriba en la
columna, m6s energ[a se usar&
Load Size (Tamafio de Cargal
-paraIograr comodidad, un buen desempe_o yuna eficiencia6ptima, seteccione PreciseFill.Estaseleca6n proporciona autom6ticamente lacantidad
correcta de agua qua se ajusta altama_a ytipo de carga colocada en la unidad.NOTA:La lavadora no se Ilenar6 de agua cuando se elija la
funei6n de carga PreciseFill, si la tapa se eneuentra abierta.
- Siprefiere seleccionar elnivelde agua en farina manual, seleccione des@ Small (pequeha)hasta Super (s0per).Mientras qua PreciseFilles major para
la mayoria de lascargas y ellavado general, quiz6sse deban seleccionar en farina manual eltamana de carga para elementas especiales tales coma
cubrelechas o almohadas valuminosas y livianas,don@ se quiere garantizar la aplicaci6n de un nivelmayor de agua. Lasselecciones manuales de
tamana de carga deben realizarse para etementos h0medos calocadas en la lavadora,tales coma taallas a prendas majadas.
Power (Encendidol
Presione para "activar" la pantalla. Si la pantalla est6 activa, presione para que la lavadora quede en el modo inactivo.
NOTA: Presionar POWER (Eneendido) no deseonecta el electrodom_stico del suministro de eorriente.
Start (Inicio)
presione Start (Inicio)para comenzar el ciclo. NOTA: La tapa se deber6 carrot para que la lavadora se Ilene y el ciclo comience. Presionar
Start (Inicio)nuevamente pausar6 el cieio y la luz del indicador de ciclo titilar&
Para continuar el ciclo, presione Start (Inicio)nuevamente o cierre la tapa. Sila m6quina queda pausada par m6s de 24 horas, el ciclo ser6
cancelado. Para detener eleielo, mantenga presionada la teda durante 5 segundos. Si el agua permanece en la m6quina, seieecione el ciclo
Drain &Spin (Drenar y Girar) para drenar el tuba y desagotar el agua de la lavadora.
Levantar la tapa detendrc_ la agitaei6n o la acci6n del girD, pero no pausar6 el ciclo.
aWash (analgunos modelos)
Cuando sepresionan las teclas ewes& el ciclo cambia alas configuraciones de mayor eficiencia de la energ[a y todas las lacesde eMonitor
se iluminar(in para indicur qua los configuraciones m6s eficientes est6n encendidas. Sicambia las configuraciones, la cantidad de lacesde
eMonitor sereducir(_n(oinerementar6n)paraindicarqualosconfiguracionesdeeficienciade luenerg[aseredujeronoseincrementaron.
Display {Pantalla] (analgunos modelos)
La pantalla muestra el tiempo restante aproximado hasta el final del cielo.
NOTA:Eltiempo del cicIo es afectado par el tiempo qua toma Ilenar la lavadora. Esto depende de la presi6n del agua en su hogan El
temporizador "inteligente" "registra" la cantidad de tiempo qua tarda en Ilenarse la lavadora y ajusta el tiempo total de farina consecuente.
Adem(_so esta pantalla "mostrar(_" el estado de la lavadora:
•bALANCING Comienzo del ciclo de rebalanceo para redistribuir la ropa. Se detiende una vez completado el rebaianceo.
•dELAY Cuando Delayed Wash (Lavado Retrasado)es iniciado. Reemplazado con tiempo estimado cuando comienza el ciclo.
•End Findel ciclo actual.
•FILL Durante los primeros 45 minutos de un Ilenado,se muestra el tiempo defin de ciclo estimado. Para el testa del tiempo
de Ilenado, "LLENADO"se maestro hasta qua el mismo secompleta.
LID Elciclo se detuvo porque la tapa est6 abierta. Cierrela tapa.
PAUSE Elciclo fue pausado debido a qua la tecla Start/Pause (Inicio/Pausa) fue presionado yla lavadora fue configurada en
Pause(Pausa).PresioneStart (Inicio)nuevamente para reiniciar el ciclo.
Indicator lights (Laces del indicadod
Cinco laces LEDindican el estado actual de la lavadora movi_ndose de izquierda a derecha a medida qua el ciclo progresa.

Funciones de la lavadora.
No vierta nada en el agitador si
se retira la tapa del agitador o el
dosificador.
La tapa de! agitador odosificador de! suavizante Idependiendo del modelo)
La tapa de/agitador entra en la portesuperior
del agitador.Sisesaleaccidentalmente,
simplementevuelva a colocarlaen su lugar.
El dosificador de suavizante libera
autom@icamente el suavizante liquido en el
momenta adecuado del ciclo.
[_ Agregue agua al dosificador hasta que
Ileguea la linea de Ilenado m6ximo.
[_] Seleccioneconfiguraci6n de SUAVIZANTE
DETELASpara activar el ciclo.
No detenga la lavadora durante el primer
centrifugado. Esto har4 que el dosificador se
vacie antes de tiempo.
Para usarlo, siga estos pasos:
Perm. Press Colors
Casuals Normal
Oelicates Whites
Cold Care
Jeans
[][] AsegOresede que el dosificador est6 bien
adherido al agitador.
[_] Usesuavizante liquido exclusivamente.
Vi@taloen el dosificador, utilizando la
cantidad recomendada en el envase.
No vierta el suavizante direetamente sabre
las prendas; ya que podria mancharlas.
Hand Wash
Towels/Shee_
HeawOuty
Speed
C
Separeparalalimpieza
Limpieza del dosificador de suavizante len algunos modelos)
rll Retireel dosificador de la porte superior del agitador.
_] Separe lataza dosificadora de la cubierta tomando la parte superior yempujando con sus
dedos hacia abajo, en el interior de la taza. Lataza dosificadora seliberar6 de la cubierta.
J]_] Paralimpiarel dosificador,remojela taza yla cubierta dosificadora en la siguientesoluci6n:
m 1 gal6n (3,8litros)de agua caliente
[] 1/4 taza (60 ml)de detergente Ifquido reforzado
[] 1taza (2/40ml)de blanqueador
[]_] Siesnecesario,reduzca la acumulaci6n con un pano suave y limpiodespu@sdel remojo. No
utilice un cepillo duro; podr[adanar lasuperficie del dosificador.
[] Enjuaguey vuelva a montar eldosificador. Vuelva a colocarlo sabre el agitador.
Embudo para el blanqueador liquido
ElIlenado de agua diluye el blanqueador liquido con clara a medida que seva Ilenando para el
ciclo de lavado.
i] Lealasetiquetasde cuidado de lasprendas para determinar si hay instruccionesespeciales.
J_] Midalacantidad de blanqueador liquido con todo cuidado siguiendo losinstrucciones de la
botella.
[] No vierta nunca blanqueador liquido con clarasindiluir directamente sabrela ropa ni en el
cestade lavado.
[] No vierta blanqueador en polvo en el embudo del blanqueador.
_ Antes de encender la lavadora, vierta la cantidad medida de blanqueador directamente en el
embudo. Evitesalpicar o Ilenarel dosificador en exceso.Siprefiere usar blanqueador en polvo,
agr6guelo en el cesta de lavado con su detergente.
[] No mezcleblanqueador con clam con amoniaco o dcidos coma vinagrey/o removedor de
6xido. Lomezda de quimicos distintos puede producir un gas t6xico que cause la muerte.

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Siempre siga las instrucciones delfabricante de la ropa cuando lave.
Separaci6ndecargas
Separepar color (blancos,claros,colores),nivel de suciedad,
tipo detela (algodones r_lsticos,limpieza f6cil, delicados)ysi
tateta produce pelusa (teladetoalla, felpilla) ojunta peTusa
(terciopelo,pana).
Usacorrectodel rente
Agregue el detergente antes de colocar las prendas para que
el detergente pueda funcionar en farina efectiva. Usar muy
poca o mucha cantidad de detergente esuna causa com0n
de problemas de lavado.
Paratratar manchas, aplique pretratamiento alas prendas
seg0n serecomienda en taetiqueta del producto. La
aplicaci6n debe realizarse en el tambor para evitar una
pulverizaci6n excesiva que podria provocar que loscolores de
la tapa o de los gr6ficos pierdan su intensidad.
Usemenosdetergentesitieneaguablanda,unacargam6s
livianao ropapocosucia.
Cuando utilice detergentes de alta eficiencia oconcentrados,
consulte la etiqueta del producto para determinar la cantidad
requerida para un desempeno 6ptimo. Una cantidad
excesiva de detergente puede tenet un impacto negativo en
el desempeflo de lavado.
Cargadelalavadora
Agregue las prendas secas sin apretar en el tambor de
la lavadora. Para mejores resultados, cargue las prendas
en forma uniforme ysin apretarlas alrededor de la parte
exterior del tambor. Paraagregar prendas despu6s de que
la lavadora ha comenzado a funcionar, levante la tapa y
sumerja las prendas adicionales alrededor de la parte exterior
deltambor.
[] No coloqueprendas grandes talescoma sdbanas, colchas
y toallas sabre el InfusorT'_.Cdrguelasalrededor de la parte
exterior de/tambor.
[] No lavetelas quecontengan materiales inflamables (ceras,
Ifquidosde limpieza,etc).
[] La lavadoro no realizard la accidn de agitado o el
centrifugado con la tapa levantada, sinembargo el
temporizador continuard funcionando.
Cuidado y limpieza de la lavadora.
Cesto de lavado: Deje la tapa abierta despu6s de lavar para
que seevapore la humedad. Sidesea limpiar el cesta, useun
patio suaveylimpio empapado en detergente Ifquido;luego
enju6guelo. (Nouse limpiadores duros.)
Mangueras de Ilenado: GErecomienda el cambio de las
mangueras cada Sarias.
Exterion Seque los derrames de inmediato. S6quelos con
un pano hOmedo. Evite golpear la superficie con objetos
cortantes.
Interion Elusa ocasional de un ciclo que contiene lejia
mantendr6 timpia la parte interna de la lavadora.
Tapa de Vidrio (enalgunos modelos): Useuna tela timpia y
hLimedacon vinagre ysoluci6n de agua.
Traslada y almacenamiento: Pidaleal t6cnico de servicio que
elimine el agua de la bombay las mangueras.
Consuttelas instrucciones de instalaci6n que se incluyen con
el producto para recibir informaci6n sabre c6mo reinstalar
la varilla de embarque para mantener el cesta met6tico
estacionario cuando secambie la tavadora de lugar. Para
mayor informaci6n, visite GEAppliances.com o Ilameal 800.
6E.CARES(800.432.2737).No guarde la lavadora donde
pudiera quedar expuesta a lascondiciones clim6ticas.
Vacaciones prolongadas: Aseg0rese de cerrar la provisi6n de
agua en los grifos. Drenetoda el agua de las mangueras sila
temperatura Ilegar6a valores inferiores a cero.

Antes de Ilamar para solicitar servicio...
__,X consejospare la soluci6ndeproblemas
iAhorre tiempo y dinero! Consulte primero los tables de las p@inas siguientes o
visite GEAppliances.com y quizdsnonecesiteIlamar al servicio.
AGUA Causas posibles Qu_ hacer
El nivel de agua Esto es normal • Elagua puede no cubrir elnivel superior de las prendas.
parece baja Esto es normal pare esta lavadora de alto eficiencia.
El agua ingresa y sale La tuberia vertical de desagiJe • La tuberia vertical de desagOe debe encontrarse por encima
al mismo tiempo est6 muy baja de los SO".
Demasiada espuma Demasiado detergente • Mida el detergente con cuidado. Use menosjab6n sitiene agua
blanda, una cargo m6s liviana o ropa poco sucia.
Tipo de detergente • Cambie a detergente HE_.
Ague blanda • Pruebe con menos detergente.
Fugas de agua Demasiado detergente • Use menos detegente. Use menosjab6n sitiene agua blanda,
en la lavadora una carga mds liviana o ropa poco sucia.
Tipo de detergente • Cambie a detergente HE_.
La manguera de Ilenado • AsegOresede que las conexiones de la manguera est#n firmes
o la de desagLie est6 real en los grifos y que tasarandelas de goma est#n instaladas.
conectada AsegOrese de que el extremo de la manguera de desagOe
est_ insertado como corresponde ybien seguro al desagOe.
Eldesagi_ede la case est6 tapado • Examine la tuberia de la casa. Tendrd que llamar al fontanero.
Hanguera de desagLie floja. • AsegOresede que la manguera dedesag_Jeest#bien colocadaen
la porte trasera dela lavadorayque los dostornitlosde retenci6n
seencuentrenfirmemente instalados.
La manguera de desagLie roza • Aseg0resedequala mangueradedesag_Jeno hagacontactocon
la pared la pared.Estopuede provocar undesgasteexcesivoenla manguera.
Presi6n de ague constante • Ajuste las mangueras a los grifos y cierre el agua despu6s
alas mangueras de Ilenado de cada uso.
en la fuente de agua • Verifique la condici6n de las mangueras de lienado; se deben
reemplazar coda 5 aBos.
La temperatura del agua Temperaturas m6s frias • Se han formulado nuevos detergentes para coiada que
parece incorrecta del ague proporcionan trabajan con temperatures m6s frfas del agua sin afectar
mayor eficiencia energ_tica el rendimiento del lavado.
La provisi6n de ague est8 • Abra los grifos de agua caliente yfria yasegOrese de que
cerrada o mal conectada las mangueras est@nconectadas a los grifos correctos.
Los filtros de malla de • Cierre la fuente de agua yretire los mangueras de conexi6n de
la v61vula de agua estan agua de la parte superior trosera de la lavadora. Use un cepillo o
tapados mondadientes para limpiar los filtros de malla de la lavadora.
Vuelva a conectar las mangueras y abra el agua de nuevo.
Cool/Cold water when • This is normal. PerfecTemp senses water temperature and optimizes
selecting Hot for best results. Cold water isadded periodically when hot is selected.
El calentador de ague de • AsegQrese de que el caientador est6 suministrando agua
la casa no est6 configurado a 120°F-140°F (48°C-60°C).
correctamente
Agua bombeada antes La puerta esta levantada o • Reconfigure el ciclo.
de completarse el ciclo el ciclo se puso en pausa por
mrs de 24 bores
El agua no drena La manguera de desagLie • Enderece la manguera de desag0e y asegQrese de que
est@dobtada o real conectada ia lavadora no est6 apoyada sobre ella.
• La parte superior de la salida del desag0e debe estar
a menos de 6 pies (1,8 m) por encima del piso.
La lavadora se interrumpe Seeligi6 el opcion Auto Soak _ Esto es normal. La lavadora alterna entre agitar y remojer
durante el ciclo de lavado durante estos ciclos para que sus prendas se limpien mejor
con menos desgaste.
La lavadora se interrumpe Esto es normal • La iavadora puede hacer pausas durante el ciclo de
durante el ciclo de centrifugado para eliminar el agua jabonosa con m6s
centrifugado eficiencia.
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