GE G154 User manual

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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
Write the model and serial
number here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them
under the lid of
the washer.
49-90435-1 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 possibility of 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 hotwater 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. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can
receive one by visiting GEAppliences.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
[] Installor store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather, which could cause permanent damage
and invalidate the warranty.
GEstrongly recommends the useof new water
supply hoses.Hosesdegrade overtime and needto
be replaced every 5years to reducethe risk of hose
failures and water damage.
[]
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Properlyground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Followdetails in
Installation Instructions.
Toensureproper installation, run two small load
size Whites/Quick Wash cycles BEFOREwashing
the first load.
[] Thiswasher does not include water supply hoses.
GEstrongly recommends the useof factory
specified parts.A list of factory hosesavailable
for purchase are listed below. Thesehoses
are manufactured and tested to meet GE
specifications.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24
hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002during
normal businesshours.
Part Number
PH!4X!0002
OR
PH!4X!0005
WX!OX!O0!!
WX7X1
Accessory
4 ft RubberWater Supply Hoses
/4ft BraidedWater SupplyHoses
Tide@Washing Machine Cleaner*
Washer FloorTray
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 or near children. Do not allow children to
play on,with or insidethis or any other appliance.
2* 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.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or
acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing
different chemicals can produce a toxic gaswhich
may cause death.
Do not wash or dry articlesthat have been
cleaned in,washed in,soaked in or spotted with
combustible or explosivesubstances (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 substancesaround your washer or
dryer during operation.
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Thelaundry processcan reducethe flame
retardancy offabrics. To avoid 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'sdistribution panel
by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit
breaker before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning.
NOTE:Turningthe CycleSelectorKnobto an off
position,or pressingPAUSEdoesNOT disconnect
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 a washer, or removing it
from service,remove the washer lid to prevent
children from hiding inside.
[] Donot 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
skillsto carry out.
[] Do not tamper with controls.
4' m,, READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETYINFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
10V'\ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the control panel-for models with "pull knob" start.
S
. Add detergent.
. Add diluted fabric
softener Ion models
with a fabric softener
dispenser).
7Step 2
• Select load size and
other wash options
• Select wash cycle
• Select OPTIONS
Step 4
. Close lid.
. Pull knob.
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
BEm
Controls
Load Size
Looselyload items in the washer basket. Overloadingmay negatively impact wash performance. Adjust the load sizeaccordingly.
Reset
Ifyou decidethat you want a higher water level,move the Load Sizefirst to Resetand then to the higher water setting.
Temperature
Selectthe water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles.Alwaysfollow fabric manufacturer's care label or instructions when
laundering.
Options (onsome models)
Fabric Softener and Power Rinse
Setthis option when adding fabric softener during the rinsecycle or when you useextra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled
items. It provides an enhanced rinse.
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Wash Cycle-Cycle Selector Knob
Thechart belowwill help you match the wash cyclesetting with your items. Thechart isranked from greatest to least
wash intensity.
Yourwasher may not haveall these cycles.(Cyclesvary by model.)
Whites Forheavy to lightly soiledcottons, household linens,work and play items.
(Regular Wash/Fast Spin)
Colors Fornon-colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash.
(Regular Wash/Fast Spin)
Permanent Press Forwrinkle-free and permanent pressitems, and knits.
(PulsedWash/Fast Spin)
Rinse&Soak Forrinsing chlorine, perspiration,stains, etc.,out of items. (FollowedbyDrain & Fast Spin.)
Drain & Spin Fordraining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. (FastSpin)
Liquid Bleach Funnel
Thewater filldilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
i.,....ml
L_ Checkclothing care labelsfor special instructions.
r_ iVleasureliquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
[] Neverpour undiluted liquid chlorine bleachdirectlyonto clothesor into the wash
basket.
[] Donot pour powdered bleach into bleachfunnel.
r_ Beforestarting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleachfunnel.
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser.Ifyou preferto use powdered bleach,add it into
the wash basketwith your detergent.
[] Donot mix chlorinebleach with ammonia or acidssuch as vinegar and/or rust
remover.Mixing canproduce a toxic gas which may causedeath.
Q:What isthe difference between Heavy and Light settings2
A: ForWhites and Colors,the wash agitation time isincreased by 6 minutes and for Permanent Press,by 12 minutes. (Timesare
approximate)
Q:Which cycle isbest for heavily soileditems2
A: Whites or Colors cycles have the greatest wash intensity.This cycle providesthe best overall cleaning. Permanent Press
should be usedfor wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
Q: How can Ireduce linting?
A:Sort wash loads byfabric type and whether they collect lint(velveteen,corduroy) or produce lint (terry cloth,chenille).Wash
small loadsfor a shorter amount of time.
Q: How much detergent do Iuse2
A: Forbest performance, always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions on usage. Many detergents are concentrated,
so consult the product label and follow the clearly marked linesonthe detergent measuring cups.Excessivedetergent can
negatively impact the wash performance.
Q:Why doesthere seem to be lessrinsewater usedthan in my previous washer?
A:Thewater levelfor each cycle, including the rinse cycle,has been reduced to comply with 2011 federal energy and water
regulations.Your new GEwasher is designedto accommodate these reduced water levelsand to wash and rinseproperly with
the quantity of water added for each selectedcycle.
Q: How doesthe selection of Power Rinseor Fabric Softener affect water usage of my washer?
A:Selectingthe Power Rinse or Fabric Softener feature will increasethe amount of water usedby your washer during the rinse
cycle. Theadded water assistsinthe proper dilution of fabric softener.The quantity of water used inthis cycle iscomparable to
the amount used inthe initial fill.

About washer features.
The Agitator Cap (on some models)
Theagitator cap fits into the top of the
agitator. If it 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. Settingthe
knob ensures that 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. This will 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.
r41select Fabric Softener setting knob to
activate the cycle.
Note: Fabric softener will not dispense ifthe
knob is inthe "OFF"position.
C
Separate for cleaning
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser Ion some models)
D Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.
E] Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the
inside ofthe cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup willpop 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 (240 ml)bleach
r4-11fnecessary,loosen buildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Donot usea stiff brush;
you may roughen the surface of the dispenser.
r51 Rinseand reassembledispenser.Placedispenser back on the agitator.
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Loading and using the washer.
Always Follow Fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
WashLoads
Sort by color (whites,lights,colors),soillevel,fabric
type (sturdycottons, 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 itemsso that 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 inthe basket to prevent overspray
which may cause the coloring on the lid or graphics
to fade.
You can use lessdetergent ifyou have soft water, a
smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
When usinghigh efficiency or concentrated
detergents, consult the product label to determine
amount required for optimum performance.
Excessivedetergent will negatively impact wash
performance.
(_:_'_-_ Load dry items loosely in the washer basket.When
-_ vloading wet items,make sureyou set the load/water
v levelhigh enough to allow the itemsto move freely.
Water levelshouldjust cover the items.To add items
after washer hasstarted, lift the lid and 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 after washing 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 or gritty
cleaners.)
Fill Hoses: GErecommends changing the hoses every
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 moving the washer. For
more information, visit GEAppliances.com or call 800.
GE.CARES(800.432.2737).Donot store the washer
where it will be exposed to the weather.
Long Vacations: Besurewater supply isshut off at
faucets. Drainall water from hosesif 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.com. 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 . Try lessdetergent.
Water leaks Using too much detergent . Uselessdetergent. Use lesssoap ifyou have soft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Fillhoses or drain hose is . Hake sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed.Hake sure end of drain hose
is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may . Checkhousehold plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose loose . Hake sure drain hose isfully seated in back of washer and
that the two retaining screws are fully seated.
Drain hose rubs on wall . Hake sure drain hose doesnot 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 5years.
Water temperature Coolerwater temperatures . New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energy with coolerwater temperatures without affecting wash
efficiency performance.
Water supply isturned off . Turn both hot and cold faucetsfully on and make sure
or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are . Turn off the water source and 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 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 is not
improperly connected sitting on it.
. Topof drain outlet should be lessthan 6 ft (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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OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do
Washer won't operate Washer is unplugged • Makesure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and coldfaucets fully on.
Controls are not set properly • Checkcontrols.
Lid isopen--safety feature • Closelid and reset cycle,to the beginning if necessary.
prevents agitation and
spinning when lid is up
Circuit breaker/fuse is . Checkhouse circuit breakers/fuses. Replacefuses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should haveseparate outlet.
Timer knob not pulled • Pulltimer knob.
Lid magnet missing . Callfor service.
Movement inside machine Shifting mechanism is . When the machine ismanually turned off,the shifter will
when shut off disengaging the motor disengage the motor before completely shutting down.
If lid israisedbefore the motor isdisengaged,the processwill
stop and will resume when lid isclosed.
PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do
Clothes too wet Incorrect spincycle . Make sure the spin cycleselected matches the load you are
selected washing.Somefabricswillfeelwetter when rinsedwith coldwater.
Colored spots Incorrect use offabric . Checkfabric softener package for instructions and follow
softener directions for usingdispenser.
Make sureyou have selectedthe FabricSoftener option.
Pretreat stain and rewash.
Dye transfer . Sortwhites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Greyed oryellowed Not enough detergent . Use more detergent (especiallywith larger loads).
clothes Be sureto follow detergent manufacturer's directions.
Hard water . Usea water conditioner likeCalgon brand or install
a water softener.
Water is not hot enough . Make sure water heater isdelivering water at
120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
Washer is overloaded . Selectload sizeto match clothes load.
Detergent is not • Add detergent beforeyou load items.
dissolving
Dye transfer . Sortclothes bycolor. Iffabric label states wash separately,
unstable dyes may be indicated.
Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried . If you do not dry your clotheswith a clothes dryer,your
clothes clothes may retain more lint.
Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
Washing too long • Washsmall loadsfor a shorter time than larger loads.
Detergent not dissolving . Add detergent before you load items.
Try a liquid detergent.
Usewarmer water temperature.
Overloading . Load clothes loosely in the washer basket.Adjust load size
based on items sizeand materials.
. Make sure load sizeselectedmatches clothes load size.
Incorrect use offabric
softener . Checkfabric softener package for instructions
and follow directions for usingdispenser.
Make sureyou have selectedthe FabricSoftener option.

Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do
Pilling Result of normal wear on . While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the
poly-cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out.
fuzzy fabrics
Snags, holes, tears, rips
or excessivewear Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp
buttons, belt buckles,
zippers and sharp objects
left in pockets
. Fastensnaps,hooks,buttons and zippers.
. Removelooseitems likepins,objects in pockets and
sharp buttons.
. 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).
. Trya fabric softener.
Overloading or incorrect • Loadyour washer so clothes have enough room to move
water level freely with water covering all of the clothes.
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
"Hetallic 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.
"Click" when water Relay switch . Therelay makes a click sound when activated. Thewater
stops filling levelactivates the relay and stopsfilling.
"Clicking" behind Control Automatic Temperature . Twovalvesmix coldand hotwater.The"clicking"iswhen either
Panel during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raiseor lower the fillwater temperature.
Water flow changes Automatic Temperature . Twovalvesmixcoldand hotwater.Theflow changeswhen either
during fill Control Valve valve turns 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 spin cycle 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 is
complete.
"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.
Washer is noisy Washer is uneven . Tolevelthe front of the washer, adjust the front leveling legs
by 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.
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Shipping rod is still assembled . To remove the shipping rod from the washer, pull the yellow
in the unit tag and remove the attached rod from the bottom right hand
side of the washer.

GE Washer Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule 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.
Stapleyour 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
Fromthe 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-wearwarranty, 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 use the []
product.
[] Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. []
[] Failure of the product if it isabused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or usedcommercially. []
[] Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers. []
[] Products which are not defective or broken, or which are []
working as described in the OwneCs 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 end exclusive remedy is product repair us 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 is extendedto the original purchaser and any succeedingowner for products purchased for home usewithin the
USA.If the product islocated in an area whereserviceby a GEAuthorized Servicerisnot available,you may beresponsiblefor a
trip charge oryou may be required to bring theproduct to anAuthorized GEServicelocation.InAlaska,the warranty excludesthe
costof shipping or servicecallstoyour home.
Ifyou need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use GEfactory specified parts. These parts are designed to
work with your appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GEspecifications.
Somestates do not allow theexclusionor limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages.Thiswarranty givesyou specificlegal
rights,andyou may also haveother rights which vary from state tostate. Toknow what your legal rights are,consultyour local
or state consumer affairsoffice oryour state'sAttorney General.
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Instrucciones
de seguridad .................. 2,]
Instrucciones de operaci6n
Ajustes de control ............... 4, 5
C6mo cargary usar
la lavadora ......................... 7
Cuidado y Iimpieza
de la lavadora ...................... 7
Funciones .......................... 6
Panel de control .................... 4
Consejos para la soluci6n
de problemas ................ 84o
Soporte al consumidor
Garantia .......................... 11
Soporte al consumidor ............ 12
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Escriba el n(_mero de modelo
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No. de modelo
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INFORMACION DESEGURIDAD IMPORTANT&
LEA TODASLAS INSTRUCCIONESANTES DE USAR.
iA D Par su seguridad, debe seguir las indicaciones de este manual para minimizar
AVERTENCIA! , sgoincendiooexplosi6n, descarga eldctrica, o paraevitardahosala
propiedad, lesiones personales, o muerte.
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DEL CALENTADOR DEAGUA
En determinadas condiciones, en un calentador de agua que no se haya utilizado durante un minima
de dos semanas se puede producir gas hidr6geno. El gas hidr6geno puede resultar explosivo en
determinadas circunstancias.
Siel agua caliente no se ha utilizado par dos semanaso m6s,prevenga la posibilidadde sufrir dahos o lesiones
abriendo todos losgrifos de agua caliente y dej6ndola correr durante varios minutos. Realiceeste proceso antes
de utilizar cualquier electrodom6stico que se conecteal sistema de agua caliente.Estesencillo procedimiento le
permitir_ liberar todo el gas hidr6geno acumulado. Debidoa que el gases inflamable,nofume ni utilice ninguna
llama o electrodom6stico durante el proceso.
INSTALACION CORRECTA
La lavadora se debe instalar y colocar correctamente de acuerdo con los instrucciones de instalacidn, antes
de utilizarla. Si no recibi6 la hoja con instrucciones de instalaci6n, puede obtener una visitando
GEAppliunces.com o Ilamando a1800.GE.CARES (800.432.2757).
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Instaleo almacenela lavadoraen un lugardonde
no est6 expuestaa temperaturas bajo cero nia las
inclemenciasclimdticas,ya queesto puede provocar
da_osirreversiblese invalidarla garantfa.
Conectecorrectamentea tierra la lavadorade
conformidad contodos losc6digosyordenanzas
regulatorias.Sigala informaci6nde Instrucciones
de instalaci6n.
Paraasegurar una instalaci6n adecuada, deje correr
dos ciclos de Whites/Quick Wash (Lavado con
Blancas/R6pida) con tama_o de carga peque_a
ANTESde realizarel primer lavado.
Estalavadora no incluye mangueras de suministro de
agua.
GErecomienda enf6ticamente el usode piezas
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 reemplazarsecada5
ahospara reducirelriesgodefallasen lasmanguerasy
da_osprovocadosporel agua.
Piezasyaccesorios
Soliciteloson-line hay mismo a GEApplianceparts.cam,
las 24 horas del dia o por tel6fono a1800.626.2002en
horario normal de trabajo.
N6mero de Pieza
PH!4X!0002
O
PHI4XI0002
WXlOXlO011
WX7X1
Accesorio
Hangueras de goma de
suministro de agua de 4 pies
Hangueras trenzada de
suministro de agua de 4 pies
LimpiadorTide@para Lavadoras*
Bandeja del Pisode la Lavadora
, ZONA DELAVADERO
[] Hantenga la zona par debajo yalrededor de sus
electrodom6sticos libresde materiales combustibles
coma pelusa,papel,trapos, productos qu[micos,etc.
[] Esnecesario vigilar con atenci6n a los nihossi utilizan
la lavadora o se encuentran en lasproximidades.
No deje que losnihosjueguen sobre 6ste u otro
electrodom6stico, con 61o en su interior.
2*Tide@es una mama registrada de Procter & Gamble.

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Utiliceeste
@ctrodomdstico[]
s61opara elusa
quesedescribe
en estemanual
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AL UTILIZAR LA LAVADORA
Nunca introduzca lasmanos en la lavadora
mientras 6sta seencuentre en movimiento. Espere
a que la m6quina sehaya detenido par completo
antes de abrir la tapa.
[] Elproceso de lavado puede reducir el tiempo
previoa la inflamaci6n de lostejidos.Para evitar
este efecto, siga con atenci6n lasinstrucciones de
lavadoycuidado del fabricante de la prenda.
No mezcleblanqueadores clorados con amon[aco
o 6cidos coma vinagre o desoxidantes. La mezcla
de distintos productos quimicos puede producir
gasest6xicos que pueden causar la muerte.
No laveni sequeprendas que sehayan limpiado,
lavado, empapado o manchado con sustancias
inflamables o explosivas(coma cera, aceite,
pintura, gasolina, desengrasantes, disolventesde
limpieza en seco,queroseno, etc.)que puedan
prenderse o explosionar. Noaflada 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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Paraminimizar la posibilidadde descarga el@ctrica,
desenchufe el electrodom6stico de la corriente o
desconecte la lavadora en el panel de distribuci6n
de la vivienda quitando elfusible o apagando el
interruptor antes de realizar cualquier tarea de
mantenimiento o limpieza.
NOTA'.ElIlevar la perilla selectorade cicloa la
posici6n OFFu oprimir PAUSENO desconectael
electrodomdstico de la alimentaci6n.
Nointente en ningOncaso utilizar la lavadora
siest@dahada, funciona incorrectamente, est@
parcialmente desmontada, lefaltan piezas o
algunas estan rotas, incluidos el cable o el enchufe.
CUANDO NO ESTEEN USO
CierrelasIlavesde paso minimizar lasfugas en
caso de que seproduzca una rotura o grieta.
Compruebe el estado de las mangueras de Ilenado;
GErecomienda el cambio de lasmangueras cada
5 atlas.
Antes de deshacersede una lavadora o de
desecharla,quite la puerta de la lavadora para
evitar que los ni_osse escondan en su interior.
[] Nointente reparar ni sustituir ninguna pieza
de este electrodom6stico, a menos que se
recomiende de manera expl[cita en el manual del
propietario o en instrucciones publicadas de uso
yreparaci6n que seancomprensiblesyque pueda
realizarusted.
[] Nomanipule loscontroles.
LEAYSIGAESTAINFORtVlACION
SEGURIDADCUIDADOSAIVlENTE.
ESTASINSTRUCCIONES

Panel de control-para modelos que empieza con una perilla.
Pa
Paso 1
. Agregue el detergente. . Agregue las prendas.
. Agregue el suavizante
diluido (en modelos
con dosificador para
suavizante).
• Seleccione el tamaho de carga
yotrasopciones de lavado.
• Seleccione el cido de lavado.
• Selecdone OPTIONS.
Paso 4
. Cierre la puerta.
. Tire la perilla.
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
m Ill /
Controles
TamaSo de carga
Agregue las prendas sinapretar en eltambor de la lavadora. Sobrecargar eltambor puede producir un
impacto negativo en el desempe_o de lavado.A]uste eltamaho de la carga segL]ncorresponda.
Reiniciar
Sidecide que desea un nivelde agua superior, primero mueva Load Size(Tamaho de Carga)a Reset(Reiniciar)
yluego a la configuraci6n de agua superior.
Temperatura
Seleccionela temperatura del agua para losciclosde lavado yen]uague.Cuando realice el lavado, observe
siempre lasinstrucciones o r6tulos de cuidados del fabricante del te]ido.
Opciones (enalgunos modelos)
Fabric Softener (Suavizante de Telas)yPower Rinse (Enjuague Intenso)
Configure esta opci6n cuando agregue suavizante de telas durante el ciclode en]uague o cuando se
utiliza detergente o blanqueador extra para limpiar prendas muy sucias. Brinda un en]uague me]orado.
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Ciclo de lavado--perilla selectora del ciclo
Latabla siguiente Ioayudar6 a combinar la configuraci6n de ciclo de lavado con sus prendas. Latabla est6 clasificada
de mayor a menor intensidad de lavado.
Su lavadora no puede tener todos estosciclos.(Losciclosvar[an seg6n el modelo.)
Whites (Blancos) Para prendas, ropa de cama, de trabajo y dejuego de algod6n muy o medianamente sucias.
(Lavado Com_n/Centrifugado R6pido)
Colors (Colores) Para prendas de algod6n que sepueden destefiir ycombinaciones yprendas marcadas para lavado
en agua fria. (Lavado Cam_n/Centrifugada R6pida)
PermanentPress(Presi6nPermanente) Para prendas sinarrugas ycon planchado permanente yropa de punto.
(Pulsado Centrifugado R6pida)
Rinse Spin (Centrifugar Enjuagar) Paraenjuagar rapidamente blanqueador, transpiraci6n, manchas, etc.de las
prendas.(Centrifugada R6pida)
Rinse & Soak (Enjuaguey Remajo) Paraeliminar cloro, transpiraci6n, manchas, etc.de lasprendas a trav6s del
enjuague. (Seguidode Drain & Spin (Orenajey 6ira R6pida))
Drain & Spin (Drenajey 6ira R6pida) Para drenar el tubo yel agua que gira de la ropa.(6ira R6pida)
' _ Embudo para el blanqueador liquido
_. _._ ElIlenado de agua diluye el blanqueador liquido con cloro a medida que seva Ilenando para el
ciclo de lavado.
J_] Lealasetiquetas de cuidado de lasprendas para determinar sihayinstruccionesespeciales.
r_ Hida la cantidad de blanqueador liquido con todo cuidado siguiendo lasinstrucciones de
_ la botella.[] No vierta nunca blanqueador liquido con clorosin diluir directamente sobrela ropa ni
,_ en el cestode lavado.
[] No vierta blanqueador enpolvo en el embudo del blanqueador.
r31Antes de encender la lavadora, vierta la cantidad medida de blanqueador directamente
en el embudo. Evitesalpicar o Ilenar eldosificador en exceso.Siprefiere usar blanqueador
en polvo,agr6guelo en el cesto de lavado con su detergente.
[] Nomezcleblanqueadorconcloroconamoniacoodcidoscomo vinagmy/o mmovedorde
6xido.Lamezclade qdmicosdistintospuedeproducirungast6xicoquecausela muerte.
PreguntasFrecuentes
P:i Cu@Ies la diferencia entre lasconfiguraciones Heavy (Fuerte)y Light (Suave)?
R:Para Whites (Blancas)yColors (Calores),eltiempo de agitaci6n de lavado aumenta en 6 minutos ypara PermanentPress
(Presi6n Permanente) en 12 minutos. (Lostiempos son aproximados).
P:LQu6ciclo esel mejor para prendas muy sucias?
R:Elciclo Whites (Blancas)o Colors (Calares)poseela mayor intensidad de lavado. Esteciclo ofrece la mejor limpieza total. El
ciclo PermanentPress(Presi6n Permanente) debe usarse para prendas libresde arrugas yplanchado permanente.
P:LC6mopuedo reducir la producci6n de pelusa?
R:Separe loscargas de lavado por el tipo de telay por sijuntan pelusa(velvet6n,corderoy) o producen pelusa (telade toalla,
felpilla).Lavecargas pequefiasdurante periodosde tiempo mends prolongados.
P:LCuSntodetergente debo usar?
R:Para un mejor desempeho,siempre siga lasinstrucciones de usodel fabricante del detergente. Muchosdetergentes son
concentrados, asi que debe consultarse la etiqueta del producto yrespetarse laslineasmarcadas de lastazas de medici6n
del detergente. Unacantidad excesivade detergente puede tener un impacto negativo en el desempeBo de lavado.
P:LPorqu6 pareciera que seestc_usando mends agua de lavado queen mi lavadora anterior?
R:Elnivel del agua para cada ciclo,incluyendo el ciclo de enjuague,fue reducido a fin de cumplir con las reglamentaciones
federales de energia yagua. Sunueva lavadora de GEestc_diseBadapara satisfacer estos nivelesde reducci6n de agua y
para lavar yenjuagar de forma apropiada con la cantidad de agua agregada en cada ciclo seleccionado.
P:LC6moafecta la selecci6n de Power Rinse(Enjuague Intensa)o Fabric Softener (Suavizante de Tela)el uso de agua de mi
lavadora?
R:AIseleccionarla funci6n Power Rinse(Enjuague Intenso) oFabric Softener (Suavizantede Tela)seincrementarc_la
cantidad de agua usada pot la lavadora durante el ciclo de enjuague. Elagua agregada ayuda en la disoluci6n apropiada
de suavizante de tela. La cantidad de agua usada en este ciclo es comparable con la cantidad usada en el Ilenado inicial.

Funciones de la lavadora.
La tapa de! agitador odosificador de! suavizante (dependiendo del modelo)
La tapa del agitador entra en la partesuperiordelagitador. Sisesaleaccidentalmente,
simplementevuelva a colocarlaen su lugar.
Dosificador de suavizante de telas (dependiendo del modelo)
Eldosificador de suavizante detelas libera
autom@icamente el suavizante I[quido
para telas. Configurar la perilla garantiza la
dosificaci6n en el momento adecuado.
D Agregue agua al dosificador hasta que
Ileguea la I[neade Ilenadomc_ximo.
OPTIONS
Set when odding
OFF FABR) C SOFTENER
dlor POWER RINSE
No detenga la lavadora olevante la tapa
durante el primer centrifugado. Esto har6
que el dosificador se vade muv pronto.
Para usarlo, siga estos pasos:
D Aseg0resede el dosificador est6que
bien adherido al agitador.
r21 utilice s61o de telas
suavizante Uquido
diluido.Vi@rtaloen el dosificador,
utilizando la cantidad recomendada en el
paquete.
Nunca vierta suavizante de telas
directamente sobre la ropa. Estas podrian
mancharse..
No vierta nada en el agitador si
se retira la tapa del agitador o el
dosificador.
[_ Seleccionela perilla de configuraci6n de
Fabric Softener (Suavizante de Telas)
para activar el ciclo.
Nora: Elsuavizante de telas no se dosificarc_
sila perilla seencuentra en la posici6n "OFF"
(apagado).
Separe para la limpieza
Limpieza del dosificador de suavizante (en algunos modelos)
r_ Retireel dosificador de la parte superior del agitador.
[_ Separe lataza dosificadora de la cubierta tomando la porte superioryempujando con sus
dedos hacia abajo, en el interior de la taza. Lataza dosificadora seliberarc_de la cubierta.
[] Paralimpiarel dosificador,remojela taza yla cubierta dosificadora en la siguientesoluci6n:
[] ! galbn (3,8litros)de agua caliente
[] !/4 taza (60 ml)de detergente Iiquido reforzado
[] !taza (240ml)de blanqueador
r_ si esnecesario,reduzca la acumulaci6n con un paBosuave ylimpiodespu@sdel remojo.
Noutilice un cepillo duro;podr[a daflar la superficiedel dosificador.
Enjuagueyvuelva a montar eldosificador. Vuelva a colocarlo sobre el agitador.
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Siempresiga las instrucciones del fabricante de la ropa cuando lave.
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Se aracbndecar asSepare por color (blancos,claros,colores),nivelde
suciedad,tipo de tela (algodonesr_sticos,limpieza
f6cil, delicados)y sila tela produce pelusa (telade
toalla, felpilla)o junta pelusa (terciopelo,pana).
Usocorrectodeldeter ente
Agregue el detergente antes de colocar lasprendas
para que el detergente pueda funcionar en forma
efectiva. Usar muy poca o mucha cantidad de
detergente esuna causa com_n de problemas de
lavado.
Paratratar manchas, aplique pretratamiento alas
prendas segQnse recomienda en la etiqueta del
producto. La aplicaci6n debe realizarse en el tambor
para evitar una pulverizaci6n excesiva que podria
provocar que loscolores de la tapa o de losgr6ficos
pierdan su intensidad.
Youcan use lessdetergent ifyou have soft water, a
smaller load or a lightly soiledload.
Cuando utilice detergentes de alta eficiencia o
concentrados, consulte la etiqueta del producto
para determinar la cantidad requerida para un
desempeBo 6ptimo. Unacantidad excesiva de
detergente puede tenet un impacto negativo en el
desempeho de lavado.
deI_alavador
(/._k_ Agregue lasprendas secassin apretar en el tambor
._ vde la lavadora. Cuandocargue prendas hOmedas,
asegOresede establecerel nivelde agua/carga
Iosuficientemente alto para que las prendas se
muevan con libertad. Elnivel deagua apenas debe
cubrir la ropa. Para agregar prendas despu6s de
que la lavadora haya arrancado, levante la puerta y
sumerja las prendas adicionalesjunto al agitador.
[] No envuelvaprendas largascomo sdbanas o
pantalones alrededor del agitador.
[] No lavetelas que contengan materiales inflamables
(comocera, liquidoslimpiadores,etc.).
[] La agitaci6n no comenzardsi la puerta estd
levantada.
Cuidado y limpieza de la lavadora.
Cestode lavado: Dejela tapa abierta despu6s
de lavar para que seevapore la humedad. Si
desealimpiar el cesto,use un paBosuave y limpio
empapado en detergente liquido;luego enjudguelo.
(Nouselimpiadores duros.)
Hangueras de Ilenado: GErecomienda el cambio de
lasmangueras cada 5 aBos.
Exterion Seque losderrames de inmediato. %quelos
con un paBo hQmedo.Evitegolpear la superficiecon
objetos cortantes.
Traslado y almacenamiento: Pfdaleal t6cnico
de servicioque elimine el agua de la bombay
lasmangueras. Consultelasinstrucciones de
instalaci6n que seincluyen con el producto para
recibir informaci6n sobre c6mo reinstalar la varilla
de embarque para mantener el cesto met@lico
estacionario cuando secambie la lavadora de lugar.
Para mayor informaci6n, visite GEAppliances.com
o Ilame al 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).Noguarde
la lavadora donde pudiera quedar expuesta alas
condiciones clim@ticas.
Vacaciones prolongadas: AsegQresede cerrar la
provisi6n de agua en losgrifos. Drenetoda el agua
de las mangueras si latemperatura Ilegarda valores
inferiores a cero.

Antes de llamar para solicitar servicio...
consejos para la soluci6n de problemas
iAhorre tiempo ydinero! Consulte primero las tablas de las p@inas siguientes o
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AGUA Causas posibles Qu_ hater
Demasiada espuma Demasiado detergente . ivlidaeldetergente con cuidado. Usemenosjab6n sitieneagua
blanda, una carga mc_sliviana o ropa poco sucia.
TOo de detergente . Cambie a una marca de detergente que haga menos espuma
ysiga lasinstrucciones en el envase.
Agua blanda . Pruebe con menos detergente.
Fugas de agua Demasiado detergente . Use menos detegente. Usemenosjab6n sitiene agua blanda,
en la lavadora una carga mc_slivianao ropa poco sucia.
La manguera de Ilenado . Aseg0resede que lasconexionesde la manguera est6n firmes
a la de desagiJe est8 mal en losgrifos yque lasarandelas de goma est6n instaladas.
conectada Aseg0resede que el extremo de la manguera de desag0e
est6 insertado como corresponde ybien seguro al desag0e.
EldesagLiede la casaest8tapado • Examinelatuberia de la casa.Tendrc_que Ilamar alfontanero.
Manguera de desagiJefloja . AsegOresede que la manguera de desag0e est6 bien
colocada en la parte trasera de la lavadora yque losdos
tornillos de retenci6n seencuentren firmemente instalados.
La manguera de desagiJe . AsegOresede que la manguera de desag0e no haga
raza la pared contacto con la pared. Estopuede provocar un desgaste
excesivo en la manguera.
Presi6n de agua constante . Ajuste lasmangueras a los grifos ycierre el agua despu6s
alas mangueras de Ilenado de cada uso.
en la fuente de agua . Verifiquela condici6n de las mangueras de Ilenado; sedeben
reemplazar cada 5 a_os.
La temperatura del agua Temperaturas m6s frias . Sehan formulado nuevos detergentes para colada que
parece incarrecta del agua proporcionan trabajan con temperaturas mc_sfrias del agua sinafectar
mayor eficiencia energ6tica el rendimiento del lavado.
La provisi6n de agua esta . Abra losgrifos de agua caliente yfrfa yaseg0rese de que
cerrada o mal conectada las mangueras estc_nconectadas a los grifos correctos.
Losfiltros de malla de . Cierrela fuente de agua yretirelasmangueras de conexi6n de
la v61vulade agua est8n agua de la parte superiortrasera de la lavadora.Useun cepilloo
tapados mondadientes para limpiar losfiltros de malla de la lavadora.
Vuelvaa conectar lasmangueras yabra el agua de nuevo.
El calentador de agua de . Aseg0resede que el calentador est6 suministrando agua
la casa no est6 configurado a 120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
correcta mente
Agua bombeada antes La puerta est6 levantada o . Reconfigureel ciclo.
de campletarse el cicla el cido se puso en pausa por
m6s de 24 horas
Elagua na drena La manguera de desagi.ie . Enderecela manguera de desag0eyaseg0rese de que
est@doblada a mal conectada la lavadora no est6 apoyada sobreella.
. La parte superior de la salida del desag0e debe estar
a menos de 8 pies(2,5m) por encima del piso.
La lavadara haceuna pausa Esto es normal . Estoes normal. Lalavadora alterna entre agitar yremojer
durante el cicla durante algunos ciclos de lavado para que sus prendas se
de lavada limpien mejor con menos desgaste.
La lavadara se interrumpe Esto es normal
durante el cicla de
centrifugado
La lavadora puede hacer pausas durante el ciclo de
centrifugado para eliminar el aguajabonosa con mc_s
eficiencia.
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