GE EWA4500 User manual

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Safety Instructions .......... 2,3
Operating Instructions
Control Panel ................... 4, 5
Control Settings ................ 6, 7
Features ........................ 8, 9
Loading and Using
the Washer .................. 10, 11
Troubleshooting Tips ..... 12-14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ...... Back Cover
Warrantg ........................ 15
EWA4500
WBB4500
WWRE5240
WWSE5240
WARE5260
WKSE5260
WNSE5260
WSRE5260
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them in the
upper right corner on the
back of your washer. 175D1807P515 49-90247 11-05 JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING! Foryoursafe theinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetherisk
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 used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibili b' of damage or iqim 7 b,v
turning on all hot water fimcets and allowing them to run fin" several minutes. Do this before using any
electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any
built-u I) hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or
appliance during this process.
%PROPERINSTALLATION
This washer must be properly instafled 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 ge.com or by calling 8OO.GE.CARE$(800.432.2737).
• Install or store where it will not be exposed to • Properly ground washer to (-onfimn with all
temperatures below fl'eezing or exposed to the governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
weather; which could cause permanent damage in Installation Instructions.
and in\_flidate the warrant,:.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
• Kee I) the area underneath and around _our
ai)pliances ti'ee of combustible materials such as
lint, paper; rags, chemicals, etc,
• Close supervision is necessa_ y if this appliance is
used bv or near children. Do not allow children
to play on, with or inside this or any other
appliance.

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WHENUSINgTHEWASHER
Use thb
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner's
Manual
• Never reach into washer while it is moving.
_'_.fit until the machine has completely stopped
befiwe opening the lid.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or
acids such as vinegar and/or rust remove_:
Mixing different chemicals can produce a
toxic gas which may cause death.
• Do not wash or d_y articles that have been
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with
combustible or explosive substnnces (such as
wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, (h_,_cleaning
solvents, kerosene, etc.). These substnnces give
off \_q)m_ that may ignite or explode. Do not add
these s/lbst_lnces to the wash wateI; Do not rise or
place these s/ibst_lnces aro/ind vo/ir washer or
dryer dining operation.
• The lam_ch T process can reduce the flame
retardancv of fid)iics. To avoid such a result,
careflfllv follow the gam_ent malmfi_cturer's
wash and care instillctions.
• To minimize tile possibili_' of electric shock,
tmplug this appliance from the power supply
or disconnect the washer at the building's
distribution panel by removing the Rise or
switching off the circuit breaker before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE'. Turnlbgthe Cycle Selector Knobto an offposition,
orpresslbg PAUSEdoes NOT d12connectthe appliance
from thepower supply.
• Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is
damaged, malflmcfioning, partially disassembled,
or has missing or broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
2..C= WHENNOTINUSE
• Tm'n off water fimcets to relieve pressure on
hoses and \_flves and to minimize leakage if
a break or ruptm'e should occm: Check tile
condition of tile fill hoses; they should be
replaced every 5 years.
Before discarding a washe_; 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 mfless specifically recommended
in this Owner's Malmal, or in published usei =
repair instructions that you ui_dei_tnnd and
have tile skills to carP,' out.
• Do not tnmper with controls.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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About the control panel
•Adddetergent
•Adddilutedfabric
softener(onmodels
with a fabric
softenerdispenser)
•Selectloadsize and
otherwash options
•Addclothes NSelectwash cycle ,Closelid
•Pull knob
NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting.
Model EWA4500
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE
SUPER RESET COLD ROT
OPTIONS
OFF 2nd
SMALL WARM EXTENDED
COLD SPIN
PULSED/SLOW
Model WBB4500
-- WASHTIME -- 2NB FINAL
FiLL SOAK _5_IIN 12MIN 9MIN 6_lN RINSE RINSF SPiN
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
SUPERRESET COLD HOT
COLD COLD OFF
WARM
COLD
2rid QUICK SPR_
LIGHT RINSE ONLY
MEDIUM t
NORMAL/PAST HEAVY _START
_\.... NORMAL/SLOW
EXTRADEAVYi_ _ )HEAVY
MEDIUM GENTLE/FAST STOP/PAUSE
MEDIUM LIGHT
HEAVY LJGUT[oELICATES1"9_P[U-M............
GENTLE/SLOW
Model WKSE5260
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE
SUPERRESET COLD HOT
OPTIONS
OFF 2nd
MEDIUM WARM EXTENDED
COLD SPIN
HEAVY Slain DELICATES
CASUALS Assis, .......... GiNTLE/SLdW
PULSED/SLOW
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Models VVWRE5240and VVWSE5240
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE
SUPER RESET COLD
COLD
SMALL WARM
COLD
Model WARE5260
LOAD SIZE
SUPER RESET
SMALL
Model WNSE5260
LOAD SIZE
SUPER RESET
SMALL
Model WSRE5260
LOAD SIZE
SUPER RESET
TEMPERATURE
COLD HOT
OPTIONS
ROT 2nd
COLD OFF
AUTOSOAX .EA_L.O.TMEO.UM
PULSED/SLOW GENTLE/SLOW
OPTIONS
OFF 2nd
RINSE
WARM EXTENDED
COLD SPIN
TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
COLD HOT OFF
PULSED/SLOW
WARM EXTENDED
COLD SPIN
TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
2nd
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COLD ROT
COLD
WARM
COLD
OFF
EXTENDEO
SPIN
2rid
START
©
STOP/PAUSE
.O.T_.U.'_[_..
_:_.....YAUTO.....
NoRM_4L/FAST'HEAVY _SOAK 15 EAS_; CARE START
EXTRA.EAVY_ _'_
AUTOSOAK 15 'i_( ;; LIGHT STOP/PAUSE
CASUALS REAVY Stai. 'DELICATES
...................................... _ GENTLE/SLOW
PULSED/SLOW
cXsoX_s.EA,_st_i. OEL!CATES
W_$]I GENTLE/SLOW
PULSED/SLOW
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About the control settings.
ColorLogic
Select the correct TEMPERATUREsetting. Match the particular color below the words with
the same color on the Cycle Selector knob.
Example:Washinga load of medium soiled cotton towels and sheets.
r-_ Choose the LOADSIZE.
[2--_ Choose the TEMPERATUREsetfing--IOrthis load it would be the HOTCOLD(which is a
particular color).
_-_ Turn the C)cle Selector knob to the area that has the sanle color as the TEMPERATURE
setting _ou haxe chosen--tot this load it would be the COTTONSarea. Turn the knob to
the MEDIUMsetting.
_oad Size
I,oosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket. The water level
should just cox, er the clothes. A_!iust the load size accordingly.
Temperature
Select the water temperature t_n" the wash and _inse cycles. _Mwa_ follow fubdc manufacturer's
care label or instructions when lmmde_ing.

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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.
REMEMBER:When choosflTg
the cycle, the Cycle Selector _ WASHTIME
k,,ohea,,he oi,, eda,,y here 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
within the shaded range for FILL SOAK 15 MIN 12 MIN 9 MIN 6 MIN RINSE 2ND FINAL
the cycle setting. RINSE SPIN
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. _._]_en the Selector knob is
set to a new cycle the Indicator Lights will flash momentarily, showing what stages the cycle will
go through. On models without an AUTO SOAKopfion, the SOAKlight will not light up.
The chart below will hel I) you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
Forheawto lightlysoiledcottons,householdlinens,workandplayclothes.
COTTONS
NORMAL/FAST
EASYCAREForwrinkle-freeandpermanentpressitems,andknits.
GENTLE/FAST
CASUALSForwrinkle-freeandpermanentpressitems,andknits.TheHEAVYcyclehas3 agitate/pause
PULSED/SLOWcyclestocleanyourheavilysoileditems.TheMEDIUMcyclehas2 agitate/pausecycles.
StainAssi# Foraddinga shortagitationanda soakingperiodtothebeginningoftheCASUALScycle.
DELICATESForlingerieandspecial-carefabricswith lightto normalsoil.
GENTLE/SLOW
PREWASHForremovingsurfacedirtfromheavilysoiledclothes.Makesuretofollowwitha regular
NORMAL/SLOWwashcycle.
Stain Wash Forheavilysoiledorstaineditems.Aheavydutywashcyclewithextraagitationand
soakperiods.
QUICKRINSE Forquicklyrinsingchlorine,perspiration,stains,etc.,outofclothes.
15MIN/30 MIN Forverysoiledclothes.Beginswith abriefagitation,soaksforaspecifiedperiodoftime,
AUTOSOAK thenmovesthroughtherestofthecycleautomatically.
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.

About washer features.
OFF
OPTIONS
2nd
Autosoak Option (on some models)
This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks fin" a specified period of time, then mo',es
throuoh_ the rest of the c_cle automatically. On some models, this option is located on the
Cycle Selector knob.
EXTENDED
SPIN
(Appearance and features may vary)
2nd Rinse Option (onsomemodels)
_'_ hen you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, }ou ma_ want to
use the 2rid Rinse option. It provides a second deep cold rinse.
Extended @in Option (onsomemodels)
ILrse this option to extract more water fl'om _our clothes. Clothes will be drier when this
option is selected, and will (h_' more quickl) in )our (h_e_:
PerfecTemp
PerfecTemp (on some models)
PeffecTemp senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the fill water to obtain a more
precise temperature range for all three wash temperatures. You may select cold, wmm or hot,
For example, in a Cold Wash selection, some wa_n water may be added to reach a
temperature needed to better dissolve detergents. Often, detergents are not completely
dissolved in very cold water, especially in cooler climates.
NOTE:PerfecTempwill not a@lst the fill on WARM WASH tmless the washer lid is closed.
Be sure to Matt the washer after the lid is closed.
SPOT SPRAY
Spot Spray (on some models)
Pro_ides a short spray of water to allow you to dampen clothing when you pretreat stains.
F_] Open the washer lid.
[_ Press the SPOYSPRAYbutton. (Y)u will see a short stream of water:)
[_] Dampen your soiled gam_ent with the SPOTSPRAYopdonand rub )our ti_ofite
pretreatment product into soiled area.
NOTE:The SPOT SPRAg option will not work if:
•the washer lid is down.
• the washer basket/s filhng.
• the waterhas already reached the level you selected

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The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model)
The agitator cap fits into the top of the
agitatm: If it accidentally comes ofl_
simply put it back on.
The fabric softener dispenser autonmtically
releases liquid rid)tic softener at the proper
time dm_ing the cycle.
Do not stop the washer during the first spin.
Thiswill cause the dispenser to empty
tOO soon.
[]Add water to dispenser tmtil it reaches
the maximum fill line.
To use, follow these steps:
_] Make sure dispenser is seem'el} attached
to agitatm:
[_Use only liquid fabric soflene_:
Pour into disl)ensei; using, alnount
recommended on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly onclothes.
It may stain them.
Do not pour anything into flTe agitator if
the agitator cap or dispenser is removed.
Separate for cleaning
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
_] Remoxe the dispenser fl'om the top of the agitatm;
I I I , ,", I , I I ,
['_Se )arate the dis )enser cu ) fl'om the coxer bx ,,ras )ing the to ) and )ushing down on
the inside of the cup with )ore" finge_. Dispenser cup will pop free fl'om the coxe_:
[-3-]To clean the dispense_; soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser coxer in the
following sohlfion:
•1USga//on(3.8liters) warm water
• 1/4 cup(60m/)heavy-dutyliquid detergent
• I cup(240m/)bleach
---] if ne('essaFy; loosen buildup with a(lean, soft cloth after soakin r Do not rise a soft'
S( ( ) o" " " "
bruA_; x, )u max, r u_hen, the surJace of the (hsi)ense_:
N Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitato_:
Liquid Bleach Dispenser
The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach befin'e it reaches into your wash load.
[_] Check clothing care labels fin" special instructions.
[_ Measure liquid bleach carefull 5 following instructions on the bottle.
• Neverpour undiluted liquid chlorinebleachdkect/y onto clothesor into the washbasket.
• Do notpour powdered bleachinto bleachdispenser
r3--]gefl)re starting the washe_; pore" nleasured anlount of bleach directly into bleach
disi)enser. Axoid sI)lashing, or ovei_filling, dis I)enser. If you, I)refer to useI)°wdered
bleach, add it into the wash basket with your detergent.
• Do not mix chlorinebleach with ammonia or acidssuchas wnegarand/or rust remover Mixing can
producea toxicgas whichmay causedeath.

Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
SortingWashLoads
Sort b) color (whites, lights, colm_), soil level,
fi_bric t)]_e (sturdy cottons, eas_ care delicates),
and whether the fi_bric produces lint (terry cloth,
chenille), or collects lint (vel;eteen, cordm'oy).
ProperUseofDetergent
Add detergent and stnrt the washer before adding
clothes so that the detergent can work effectively.
Using too little or too nluch detergent is a common
ca use of launch T problems.
You can use less detergent if _ou, ha_e soft water;
a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
LoadingtheWasher
i,oad (hy items loosely, no higher than the top row
of holes in the washer basket. When loading wet
items, make sure you set the load/water level high
enough to allow the items to move fl'eely. _,VKer
level should just cover the clothes. To add items
after washer has started, lift the lid and submerge
additional items next to the agitntm:
•Donotwrap longitemslikesheetsorpants around
theagitator
• Donotwash fabricscontaining flammablematerials
(waxes,cleaningfluids,etc.).
• Agitation will not startwith thelid up.
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