GE G190 User manual
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Owner’s Manual
Washers
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Safety Instructions ..........2,3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
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ControlPanel ...................... 4
Control ..........................4–5
Features.........................6,7
Loading and Using
the Washer ........................8
Troubleshooting Tips.....10–12
Consumer Support
Consumer Support................16
Warranty..........................15
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill you or hurt you and others. All safety
messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words are defined as:
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of death, fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
DO NOT wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-
cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
DO NOT add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These
substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for 2 weeks
or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a
washing machine, turn on all hot-water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release
any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, DO NOT smoke or use an open flame during this time.
DO NOT allow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when this appliance is
used near children. Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door or lid. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in death or injury to persons.
DO NOT reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving to prevent accidental entanglement.
DO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
DO NOT tamper with controls, repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
Keep the area around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
DO NOT operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts
including a damaged cord or plug.
Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressing the Power button DOES NOT disconnect power.
See “Electrical Requirements” located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WHEN NOT IN USE
Turn off water faucets to minimize leakage if a break or
rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses;
GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years.
Ensure that the hot water hose is connected to the “H”
(internal red screened) valve and the cold water hose is
connected to the “C” (internal blue screened) valve.
Install or 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.
Properly ground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
To ensure proper installation, run two small load size
Speed Wash cycles BEFORE washing the first load.
This washer does not include water supply hoses.
GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified
parts. A list of factory hoses available for purchase are
listed below. These hoses are manufactured and tested to
meet GE specifications.
GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply
hoses. Hoses degrade over time and need to be replaced
every 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failures and water
damage.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hours a
day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business
hours.
Part Number Accessory
PM14X10002 4 ft Rubber Water Supply Hoses
Or
PM14X10005 4 ft Braided Metal Water Supply Hoses
PROPER INSTALLATION
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, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com or by calling
800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
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Quick Start Guide
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Controls
• Add fabric softener (on
models with a fabric softener
dispenser); see page 6 for
details
• Add detergent. GE recommends
the use of High Efficiency
detergents in your energy
efficient washer.
Step 2
• Select wash options,
including Fabric
Softener option
• Select wash cycle
• Select OPTIONS
Step 3
• Push START
Step 4
• Loosely add items around
infusor. Overloading may
negatively impact wash
performance. Adjust the
load size accordingly.
•
Close lid
NOTE: Washer will not start
to fill with lid open.
Signal
Select for an end of cycle signal.
Temperature
Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions
when laundering.
PerfecTemp senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the fill water to obtain a more precise temperature range for
all wash temperatures except TAP COLD. For example, in a COLD wash selection, some warm 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.
During winter months, when the water entering your home is colder, or for locations with very cold water
year round, use the PerfecTemp COLD to help dissolve powdered detergents and to improve the cleaning of your clothes.
The TAP COLD feature turns the PerfecTemp feature on your washer off and uses your household tap water temperature
for a COLD wash. This can provide energy savings by reducing the amount of hot water used in your wash.
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Options
Autosoak Option (on some models)
This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle
automatically. On some models, this option is located on the Cycle Selector knob.
2nd Rinse Option (on some models)
When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, use the 2nd Rinse option to better remove additional
residues.
Extended Spin Option (on some models)
Use this option to extract more water from your clothes. Clothes will be drier when this option is selected and will dry more
quickly in your dryer.
Fabric Softener and Power Rinse
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer or to select the enhanced Power Rinse.
NOTE: Do not use fabric softener dispensing balls with this washer. They do not work correctly in high efficiency washers.
Status Indicator Lights
The Cycle Indicator Lights show what stage the washer is in. When 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 SOAK option, the
SOAK light will not light up.
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The wash cycle controls the length and intensity 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.
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
WHITES For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. This cycle provides the best overall
cleaning and with normal soil setting should be used for most everyday items. Provides a high speed spin.
PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with a regular wash cycle.
COLORS For non-colorfast clothes and blends. Provides a normal, heavy and light soil wash setting with periods of soak and
a high speed spin.
PERMANENT PRESS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits. Provides a normal, heavy and light soil
wash setting with periods of soak and a low speed spin.
DELICATES
For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light soil. Provides an extra gentle wash and a low speed spin.
HAND WASH For items labeled hand washable with light soil. Provides an extra low speed spin.
SPEED WASH For small loads of lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Provides a high speed spin.
DRAIN & SPIN OR SPIN ONLY For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. Provides a high speed spin.
TOWELS & SHEETS Provides periods of agitation and soak tailored for washing towels and sheets. Provides a regular wash
and a high speed spin.
JEANS For washing medium to lightly soiled jeans.
Provides a gentle wash and a high speed spin. (
For heavily soiled
work jeans, use WHITES cycle.)
QUICK RINSE Rinses and spins non-soiled items where a rinse only is desired. Provides a high speed spin.
START
Press START to begin the cycle. Pressing START again will PAUSE the cycle and the Cycle indicator light will blink.
To continue the cycle, press START again or close the lid. If machine is paused more than 24 hours, the cycle will be
cancelled. To stop the cycle, hold the button for 3 seconds. If water remains in the machine, select the DRAIN & SPIN OR
SPIN ONLY cycle to drain tub and spin water out of the washer tub.
Raising the lid will stop agitation or spin action but does not pause the cycle.
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About washer features.
This model has AUTOMATIC LOAD SENSING. This selection provides the correct amount of water suited to the size and type
of load placed in the unit.
- The washer will not fill with water during automatic load sensing if the lid is open. When the lid is closed the machine is
able to begin filling with water in order to sense the load size.
Note: This is a high efficiency washing machine with infusor wash action. This system requires less water while providing
effective cleaning action. You may notice that the water level is lower than on your previous washer. This is normal for an
infusor-equipped washer.
Liquid Bleach Funnel
The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
1Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
2Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
3Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel.
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into the
wash basket with your detergent.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust
remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
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Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
The Fabric Softener Dispenser is self cleaning. This dispenser should not require regular cleaning
like standard fabric softener dispensers. Wipe down exterior surfaces of the dispenser as needed. If
cleaning of the internal dispenser components is needed, follow these steps after the wash cycle is
complete:
The Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
1Lift the tab on the fabric softener dispenser
top.
2Measure out fabric softener into the cap
and pour the softener into the dispenser
top. The fabric softener will drain into the
receiving cup inside the dispenser. Use only
“Ultra” or concentrated fabric softeners.
3Push down on the tab to close the
dispenser top. Make sure the tab is pushed
down fully and snaps shut.
4Select FABRIC SOFTENER from OPTIONS
on the control panel.
NOTE: Overfilling the dispenser will cause fabric
softener to drain out of the holes in the side of
the infusor when filling. Do not overfill.
NOTE: Do not use fabric softener dispensing
balls with this washer. They do not work
correctly in high efficiency washers.
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The fabric 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.
Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. This may cause stains on your clothing.
To use, follow these steps:
1Lift the dispenser top tab and turn the top
counterclockwise using the 2 turning tabs
shown. Lift the dispenser out of the infusor.
2Clean out any buildup from inside the
infusor with a soft cloth or toothbrush.
Ensure the three rectangular holes in the
bottom that allow the fabric softener to
drain are not blocked.
3Gently pull the cap away from the
dispenser cup to separate.
4Wipe surfaces with a soft cloth or soak the
parts in a solution of 1 gallon warm water,
1/4 cup liquid detergent and 1 cup bleach.
Ensure the small hole in the top surface of
the cap and its associated tube are not
obstructed.
5Reassemble the dispenser cup and cap by
snapping them together.
6Place the dispenser assembly into the
infusor. Turn the top clockwise using the 2
turning tabs shown. Push down on the tab
to close the dispenser top. Make sure the
tab is pushed down fully and snaps shut.
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Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting Wash Loads
Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level,
fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth,
chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy).
Proper Use of Detergent
Add detergent and fabric softener before adding items
so that the detergent can work effectively. Using too
little or too much detergent is a common cause of
laundry problems.
Use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load
or a lightly soiled load.
For spots, 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.
GE recommends the use of High Efficiency
detergents in your energy efficient washer.
HE detergents are formulated to work with low water
wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce the
oversudsing problems commonly associated with
regular detergents.
When using high efficiency or concentrated detergents,
consult the product label to determine amount required
for optimum performance. Excessive detergent will
negatively impact wash performance.
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely in the washer basket. For best
results, load items evenly and loosely around the
outside of the basket. To add items after washer has
started, lift the lid and submerge additional items
around the outside of the basket.
Do not place large items such as sheets, blankets
and towels across the infusor. Load them around the
outside of the basket.
Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid up,
however the timer will continue to run.
- Fire Hazard
WARNING
Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable liquids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
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Wash Basket: Leave the 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. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)
Fill Hoses: GE recommends changing the hoses every
5 years.
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with
damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.
Interior: The occasional use of a cycle that contains
bleach will keep the inside of the washer clean.
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to
remove water from drain pump and hoses. See the
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). Do not store the washer
where it will be exposed to the weather.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at
faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be
below freezing.
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WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Water level seems low This is normal • Water may not cover the top level of the clothes.
This is normal for this high efficiency washer.
Water fills and drains Drain stand pipe is too low • The drain stand pipe must be above 30”.
at the same time
Too many suds Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have
soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Soft water • Try less detergent.
Water leaks Using too much detergent • Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have soft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed. Make sure end of drain hose
is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose is loose • Make sure drain hose is fully seated in back of washer and
that the two retaining screws are fully seated.
Drain hose rubs on wall • Make sure drain hose does not make contact with the wall.
May cause excessive wear on the hose.
Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after each use.
to the fill hoses at the • Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced
water source 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 cold faucets fully 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. Use a brush or
toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect
the hoses and turn the water back on.
Cool/Cold Water when • This is normal. PerfecTemp senses water temperature and
selecting Hot optimizes for best results. Cold water is added periodocally
when hot is selected.
House water heater is • Make sure house water heater is delivering water at
not set properly 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cycle was put in • Reset cycle.
cycle is complete pause for over 24 hours
Water won’t drain Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.
improperly connected • Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m)
above floor.
Washer pauses during The PREWASH Cycle • This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and
wash cycle was chosen soak during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with
less wear.
Washer pauses during This is normal • The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
spin cycle soapy water more efficiently.
Washer does not fill This is normal • The lid must be closed for washer to fill or operate.
when lid is open
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.
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OPERATION Possible 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.
/LGLVRSHQ³VDIHW\IHDWXUH • 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 2 minutes, plug back in and press START.
START was not pressed • Press START.
Lid magnet missing • Call for service.
Time not shown Unit filling • This is normal. Estimated time remaining is updated during
on display fill time.
Movement 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 is disengaged, 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 is normal.
PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do
Clothes too wet Incorrect cycle selected. • Make sure the cycle selected matches the load you are
washing. Some fabrics 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 of 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 or yellowed Detergent amount • Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer’s directions.
clothes Hard water • Use a water conditioner or install
a water softener.
Water is not hot enough • Make sure water heater is delivering water at
120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Washer is overloaded • Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the
washer basket. For best results, load items around the outside
of the basket.
Detergent is not • Add detergent to the wash basket before you load clothes.
dissolving
Dye transfer • Sort clothes by color. If fabric 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 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 to wash basket before you load clothes.
• Try a liquid detergent.
• Use warmer water temperature.
Overloading • Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. For best results, load
items around the outside of the basket.
Incorrect use of fabric • Check fabric softener package for instructions
softener and follow directions for using dispenser.
• Make sure you have selected the Fabric Softener option.
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PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do
Pilling Result of normal wear on poly- • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the
cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics pilling process by washing garments inside out.
Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers.
or excessive wear buttons, belt buckles, • Remove loose items like pins, objects in pockets and
zippers and sharp objects sharp buttons.
left in pockets • Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out.
Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check bleach package instructions for proper amount.
• Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to
come in contact with undiluted bleach.
Chemicals like hair bleach or • Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before
dye, permanent wave solution washing.
Wrinkling Improper sorting • Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with light items
(like blouses).
• Try a fabric softener.
Overloading or incorrect • Loosely load clothes in the washer basket.
water level
Incorrect wash and • Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric you are washing
dry cycles (especially for easy care loads).
Repeated washing in • Wash in warm or cold water.
water that is too hot
SOUNDS Possible Causes Reason
“Metallic clicking” Shifter mechanism is • The drive system will engage at the start of agitate and
engaging or disengaging disengage when agitate is complete. This occurs multiple
times during the wash.
Back and forth “swoosh” Electric motor reversing • This machine has a drive system that doesn’t use gears.
or light “clicking” sound direction This sound is the motor rotating back and forth to clean
during agitate your laundry.
Quick short agitation Clothing redistribution • At the end of agitate, the motor makes short agitation strokes
sounds at end of agitate to redistribute the load.
“Click” when water Relay switch • The relay makes a click sound when activated. The water
stops filling level activates the relay and stops filling.
“Clicking” behind Control Automatic Temperature • Two valves mix cold and hot water. The “clicking” is when either
Panel during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raise or lower the fill water temperature.
Water flow changes Automatic Temperature • Two valves mix cold and hot water. The flow changes when either
during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raise or lower the fill water temperature.
Motor “whining up” or Motor ramping up/down • The motor will speed up incrementally during the spin cycle.
“coasting down” in spin during spin cycle When spin is complete, it will coast until it stops.
“Humming” Water drain pump • The drain 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.
The washer should then begin spinning and the sound will
continue until it is done spinning.
Water “swishing” This is normal
• This washer uses a infusor wash action. Water swishing while the
unit is agitating is normal, especially with smaller loads.
Washer is noisy Washer is uneven • To level the front of the washer, adjust the front leveling legs by
rotating the individual leg in the proper direction for up or down.
To level the back of the washer, lift the back of the machine
4” (11 cm) and set down.
Shipping rod is still assembled • To remove the shipping rod from the washer, pull the yellow tag
in the unit and remove the attached rod from the bottom right hand side of
the washer.
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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.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year Any factory specified part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related
original purchase service to replace the defective part.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the
USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip
charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of
shipping or service calls to your home.
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use GE factory specified parts. These parts are designed to
work with your appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GE specifications.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or
state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
Failure of the product if it is abused, 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.
What Is Not Covered:
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain
service under the warranty.
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are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes
(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at
800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
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Manual del
propietario
Lavadoras
Instrucciones
de seguridad..................2,3
Instrucciones de operación
Ajustesdecontrol ...............4–5
Cómo cargar y usar
lalavadora.........................8
Cuidado y limpieza
de la lavadora. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Funciones........................6-7
Panel de control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Consejos para la solución
de problemas..............10–12
Soporte al consumidor
Garantía ..........................15
Soportealconsumidor............16
Escriba el número de modelo
y de serie aquí:
No. de modelo _____________
No. de serie _______________
Puede encontrarlos
bajo la puerta
de la lavadora.
Impreso en los Estados Unidos 49-90527 11-14 GE
G190
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INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTE.
LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR.
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
Para reducir el riesgo de muerte, incendio, explosión, descargas eléctricas o lesiones sobre las personas al
usar su electrodoméstico, siga las precauciones básicas, incluyendo lo siguiente
Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar este electrodoméstico.
NO lave ni seque prendas que en forma previa hayan sido secadas, lavadas, mojadas o manchadas con gasolina, solventes
de limpieza en seco, u otras sustancias inflamables o explosivas, ya que despiden vapores que se podrían encender o explotar.
NO agregue gasolina, solventes de limpieza en seco, u otras sustancias inflamables o explosivas al agua de lavado. Estas
sustancias despiden vapores que se podrían prender fuego o explotar
.
Bajo ciertas condiciones, se podrá producir gas de hidrógeno en un sistema de agua caliente que no fue usado por 2
semanas o más. EL GAS DE HIDRÓGENO ES UN EXPLOSIVO. Si el sistema de agua caliente no fue usado por dicho período,
antes de usar una lavadora, abra todos los grifos de agua caliente y deje que corra agua de cada uno durante varios minutos.
Esto liberará cualquier gas de hidrógeno acumulado. Debido a que el gas es inflamable, NO fume ni use una llama abierta
durante este proceso
.
NO permita que los niños jueguen sobre o dentro de este electrodoméstico. Cuando el electrodoméstico se use cerca de
niños, será necesario supervisarlos de cerca
.
Antes de dejar la lavadora fuera de servicio o de deshacerse de ésta, quite la
puerta o la tapa
. Si no se siguen estas instrucciones, se podrá producir la muerte o lesiones personales.
NO introduzca las manos en el electrodoméstico si el tambor o agitador se encuentra en movimiento a fin de evitar enredos
accidentales.
NO instale ni guarde este electrodoméstico donde quede expuesto a los factores climáticos
.
NO manipule indebidamente los controles,
reparar ni reemplazar cualquier parte del electrodoméstico o realizar cualquier
otro trabajo técnico, a menos que esto sea específicamente recomendado en las instrucciones de mantenimiento del
usuario o en instrucciones publicadas sobre reparaciones del usuario, que entienda y para las cuales posea las destrezas
necesarias.
Mantenga el área alrededor de su electrodoméstico limpia y seca a fin de reducir la posibilidad de resbalones.
NO intente usar este electrodoméstico si se encuentra dañado, funcionando mal, parcialmente desensamblado, o si tiene
partes faltantes o rotas, incluyendo un cable o enchufe dañado
.
Desenchufe el electrodoméstico o apague el disyuntor antes de realizar el servicio técnico. Presionar el botón Power
(Encendido) NO desconecta el encendido.
Para acceder a las instrucciones de conexión a tierra, lea los “Requisitos Eléctricos” ubicados en las Instrucciones de Instalación
.
GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
ADVERTENCIA
Éste es el símbolo de alerta de seguridad. El mismo alerta sobre potenciales riesgos que le pueden producir la muerte o lesiones
tanto a usted como a otras personas. Todos los mensajes de seguridad estarán a continuación del símbolo de alerta de seguridad
y con la palabra “PELIGRO”, “ADVERTENCIA” o “PRECAUCIÓN”. Estas palabras se definen como:
Indica una situación de riesgo que, si no se evita, producirá la muerte o lesiones graves.
Indica una situación de riesgo que, si no se evita, podría producir la muerte o lesiones graves.
Indica una situación de riesgo que, si no se evita, podría resultar en lesiones menores o moderadas.
PELIGRO
ADVERTENCIA
PRECAUCIÓN
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Asegúrese de que la manguera de agua caliente esté
conectada a la válvula “H” (interna proyectada de color
rojo) y que la manguera de agua fría esté conectada a la
válvula “C” (interna proyectada de color azul).
Instale o almacene la lavadora en un lugar donde
no esté expuesta a temperaturas bajo cero ni a las
inclemencias climáticas, ya que esto puede provocar daños
irreversibles e invalidar la garantía.
Conecte correctamente a tierra la lavadora de conformidad
con todos los códigos y ordenanzas regulatorias. Siga la
información de Instrucciones
de instalación.
Para asegurar una instalación adecuada, deje correr dos
ciclos de Speed Wash (Lavado Rápido) con tamaño de
carga pequeña ANTES de realizar el primer lavado.
Esta lavadora no incluye mangueras de suministro de
agua.
GE recomienda enfáticamente el uso de piezas
especificadas de fábrica. A continuación se encuentra
una lista de mangueras de fábrica disponibles para la
compra. Estas mangueras están fabricadas y probadas
para cumplir con las especificaciones de GE.
GE recomienda enfáticamente el uso de mangueras nuevas
de suministro de agua. Las mangueras se desgastan con el
tiempo y deben reemplazarse cada 5 años para reducir el
riesgo de fallas en las mangueras y daños provocados por el
agua.
Piezas y accesorios
Solicítelos on-line hoy mismo a GEApplianceparts.com, las
24 horas del día o por teléfono al 800.626.2002 en horario
normal de trabajo.
Número de Pieza Accesorio
PM14X10002 Mangueras de goma de
suministro de agua de 4 pies
O
PM14X10005 Mangueras de metal trenzada de
suministro de agua de 4 pies
INSTALACIÓN CORRECTA
La lavadora se debe instalar y colocar correctamente de acuerdo con las instrucciones de instalación, antes de utilizarla.
Si no
recibió la hoja con instrucciones de instalación, puede obtener una visitando GEAppliances.com o llamando al
800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
CUANDO NO ESTÉ EN USO
Cierre las llaves de paso minimizar las fugas en caso
de que se produzca una rotura o grieta. Compruebe el
estado de las mangueras de llenado; GE recomienda el
cambio de las mangueras cada 5 años.
GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
4
•
Agregue las prendas sin ajustar
alrededor del infusor. Sobrecargar el
tambor puede producir un impacto
negativo en el desempeño de lavado.
Ajuste el tamaño de la carga según
corresponda.
• Cierre la tapa.
NOTA: La lavadora no comienza a
llenarse con la tapa abierta.
• Seleccione el tamaño de
carga y otras opciones
de lavado, incluyendo la
opción del Suavizante.
• Seleccione el ciclo de
lavado.
• Seleccione OPTIONS.
Guía rápida
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Signal (señal)
Seleccione para obtener una señal de final de ciclo.
Temperature (Temperatura)
Seleccione la temperatura del agua para los ciclos de lavado y enjuague. Cuando realice el lavado, observe siempre las instruccioneso
rótulos de cuidados del fabricante del tejido.
PerfecTemp detecta la temperatura del agua entrante y ajusta el agua de llenado para obtener una gama de temperaturas más precisa
para todas las temperaturas de lavado excepto TAP COLD
(Ligeramente Frío)
. Por ejemplo, en la selección de lavado COLD (en frío),
puede agregarse un poco de agua caliente para alcanzar la temperatura necesaria para disolver mejor los detergentes. A menudo, los
detergentes no se disuelven por completo en agua muy fría, especialmente en climas con temperaturas más bajas. Durante los meses de
invierno, cuando el agua que recibe su hogar está más fría o en localidades con agua muy fría todo el año, use el PerfecTemp COLD para
ayudar a disolver los detergentes en polvo y limpiar mejor sus prendas.
La función TAP COLD
(Ligeramente Frío)
desactiva la función PerfecTemp en su lavadora y usa la temperatura del agua corriente de
su hogar para un lavado FRÍO. Esto puede proporcionar ahorros de energía al reducir la cantidad de agua caliente utilizada en su lavado.
A
B
Paso 1 Paso 2 Paso 3
• Oprima START
Paso 4
Controles
A B C
D
EF
SIGNAL TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
START
STOP/PAUSE
• Agregue el suavizante (en
modelos con dosificador
para suavizante);
para más
detalles, lea la página 6
• Agregue el detergente.
GE recomienda el uso
de detergentes de Alta
Eficiencia en su la
lavadora eficiente de la
energía.
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