IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING! Foryoursafetheinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetherisk
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury,
or loss of life.
WATERHEATERSAFETY
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 ttsed fin" two x_eks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or iqjmTby turning
on all hot x_ter fimcets and allowing them to run fin" several minutes. Do this befin'e using any electrical
appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-u l) hydrogen
gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or tt_;ean open flanle or appliance dunng this process.
%PROPERINSTALLAtiON
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it
is used. ff you did not receive an Installation Instructions shee_ you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.cem,
or by calling 800.GE.CARE$(800.432.2737).
• Install or store M_ere it will not be exposed to
temperatures below fl'eezing or exposed to the
wear]let.
• Remove the colored protective fihn fi'om the
control panel,
• Properly ground _asher to confi)rm _ith all
goxeming codes and ordinances. Follo_ details
in Installation Instructions.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
• Keep tile area underneath and around _otu"
appliances fl'ee of combustible materials such as
lint, paper; rags, chemicals, etc.
• Close sui)ervision is necessary if this appliance is
used b'_ or near children. Do not allow children to
pla) on, with or inside this c,r an) other appliance.
Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner's
Manual.
WHENUSINGTHEWASHER
• 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 Mi_ng
different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which
may cause death.
Do not x_:_shor d_y articles that have been cleaned
in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible
or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint,
gasoline, degreasers, d_T-cleaning solvents, kerosene,
etc.) _hich _l)r ig_3im or explode. Do not add these
substances to the _Jsh _lte_: Do not use or place
these substances around your washer or (hTer
during operation,
• The latm&y process can reduce the flame reta_dancy
oftiJbfics. To avoid such a result, carefiflly fi_llow the
garment mantdiJcturer's wash and care instructions.
• To minimize the possibiliD, of electric shock,
tmI)lug this appliance fl'om the power supi)ly
or disconnect the washer at the household
distribution panel by removing the Rise or
switching off the drcuit breaker before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE."Pressing
START or STOP does NOYdisconnect the
appliance fl'om the power sui)pl >
• Never attempt to operate rids appliance if it is
damaged, malfunctioning, partiall} disassembled,
or has missing or broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
WHENNOTINUSE
• Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses
and \_flves and to minimize leakage if a break or
rulxure should occm: Check the condition ot the
fill hoses; they should be replaced every 5 vea_s.
• Before discarding a washe_; or removing it fl'om
service, remove the washer lid to prevent children
fl'om hiding inside.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETY
SAgE TttESE INSTRUCTIONS
Do not attempt to repmr or replace any part of
this appliance unless specifically recommended in
this Owner's Manual, or in published use>repair
instruct.ions that w_u trade,stand and have the
skills to carry out.
Do not tamper with controls.
INFORMAtiONCAREFULLY.