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Washers
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Operating Instructions
Cleaning the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .11–13
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6–7
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8–10
Loa ing an Using the Washer . . . . . . .10
Installation Instructions . . . . .14–19
Drain Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Installing the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 19
Location of Your Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Preparing to Install Your Washer . . . . . .14
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Rough-In Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Unpacking Your Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Water Supply Requirements . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubles ooting Tips . . . . . . . .20–22
Consumer Support
Service Telephone Numbers . Back Cover
Warranty (Cana a) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Owner’s Manual &
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numbers ere:
Model # __________________
Serial # __________________
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si e of the washer.
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pro uct meets the ENERGY STAR®
gui elines for energy efficiency.
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■Install or store where it will not be expose
to temperatures below freezing or expose
to the weather, which coul cause permanent
amage an invali ate the warranty.
■Properly groun washer to conform with all governing
co es an or inances. Follow etails in Installation
Instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the ris
of fire or explosion, electric shoc , or to prevent property damage, personal injury or
loss of life.
The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this washer are
not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good, safe
practices and caution MUST be applied when installing, operating and maintaining
any appliance.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two wee s
or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.
If the hot water has not been use for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of amage or injury by
turning on all hot water faucets an allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical
appliance which is connecte to the hot water system. This simple proce ure will allow any built-up hy rogen
gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, o not smoke or use an open flame or appliance uring this process.
PROPER INSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
■Keep the area un erneath an aroun your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags an chemicals.
■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is
use by or near chil ren. Do not allow chil ren to
play on, with or insi e this or any other appliance.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
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■Never reach into washer while it is moving.
Wait until the machine has completely stoppe
before opening the oor.
■Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia
or aci s such as vinegar an /or rust remover.
Mixing ifferent chemicals can pro uce a toxic
gas which may cause eath.
■Do not wash or ry articles that have been
cleane in, washe in, soake in or spotte
with combustible or explosive substances (such as
wax, oil, paint, gasoline, egreasers, ry-cleaning
solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or
explo e. Do not a these substances to the
wash water. Do not use or place these substances
aroun your washer or ryer uring operation.
■The laun ry process can re uce the flame
retar ancy of fabrics. To avoi such a result,
carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s
wash an care instructions.
■To minimize the possibility of electric shock,
unplug this appliance from the power supply
or isconnect the washer at the buil ing’s
istribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE: Pressing the
power button oes NOT isconnect the appliance
from the power supply.
■Never attempt to operate this appliance
if it is amage , malfunctioning, partially
isassemble , or has missing or broken parts,
inclu ing a amage cor or plug.
■Do not slam the washer oor close . Do not try
to force the oor open when locke (LOCKED
in icator ON). This coul result in amage to
the washer.
■The washer is equippe with an electrical
overloa protector. The motor will stop
if it becomes overheate . The washer will
automatically restart after a cool- own
perio of up to 2 hours, if the washer
has not been manually turne off
uring this time.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
■Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on
hoses an valves an to minimize leakage if
a break or rupture shoul occur. Check the
con ition of the fill hoses; GE recommen s
changing the hoses every 5 years.
■Before iscar ing a washer, or removing it
from service, remove the washer oor to prevent
chil ren from hi ing insi e.
■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
this appliance unless specifically recommen e
in this Owner’s Manual, or in publishe user-repair
instructions that you un erstan an have the
skills to carry out.
■Do not tamper with controls.
WHEN NOT IN USE
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
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Power
Press to “wake up” the isplay. If the isplay is active, press to put the washer into stan by mo e.
NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Was Cycles
The wash cycles are optimize for specific types of wash loa s. The chart below will help you match
the wash setting with the loa s. The GentleClean™lifters lightly tumble the clothes into the water an
etergent solution to clean the loa .
WHITES For heavily to lightly soile white cottons, househol linens, work an play clothes.
COLORS/NORMAL For heavy to lightly soile colorfast cottons, househol linens, work an play
clothes.
STAIN WASH For heavy soile colorfast cottons, househol linens, work an play clothes.
EASY CARE For wrinkle-free an permanent press items.
(PERMA PRESS)
ACTIVE WEAR For active sports, exercise an some casual wear clothes. Fabrics inclu e mo ern
(some mo els) technology finishes an fibers such as span ex, stretch an micro-fibers.
ELICATES For lingerie an special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provi es gentle
(some mo els) tumbling an soak uring wash an rinse.
HAN WASH For items labele han -washable with light soils. Provi es gentle rocking to mimic
the han washing action.
WASHABLE For the washing of machine washable wool pro ucts, provi e that they are
WOOLS washe accor ing to the instructions on the garment label. When selecting this
(some mo els) cycle, you must use a etergent suitable for washing wool.
MY CYCLE Press to use, create or mo ify custom wash cycles.
(some mo els)
SPEE WASH For lightly soile items that are nee e in a hurry. Cycle time is approximately
30 minutes, epen ing on selecte options.
RAIN & SPIN Drain an spin at any time.
RINSE & SPIN To quickly rinse out any items at any time.
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Soil Level
Changing the SOIL LEVEL increases or ecreases the wash time to remove ifferent amounts of soil.
To change the SOIL LEVEL, press the SOIL LEVEL button until you have reache the esire setting.
You can choose between Extra Light, Light, Normal or Heavy soil.
Spin Speed
Changing the SPIN SPEED changes the final spin spee of the cycles. Always follow the fabric
manufacturer’s care label when changing the SPIN SPEED.
To change the SPIN SPEED, press the SPIN SPEED button until you have reache the esire setting.
Higher spin spee s are not available on certain cycles, such as Delicates.
Higher spin spee s remove more water from the clothes an will help re uce ry time, but may also
increase the possibility of setting wrinkles on some fabrics.
Was Temp
A just to select the proper water temperature for the wash cycle. The prewash an rinse water is
always col to help re uce energy usage an re uce setting of stains an wrinkles.
Follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when selecting the wash temperature.
To change the wash temperature, press the WASH TEMP button until you have reache the esire
setting. The Sanitize wash temperature is not available on certain cycles, such as Delicates.
When selecting the Sanitize wash temperature, the washer increases the water temperature
to sanitize an kill more than 99% of many common bacteria foun in home laun ry. The sanitize
wash temperature is only available on Stain Wash an Whites wash cycles. For best results, select
the heavy soil setting when using the Sanitize wash temperature setting.
NOTE: The first 10 seconds of the wash fill is always cold. This feature assists in conditioning the fabric
and preventing stains from setting on garments.
START/PAUSE
Press to start a wash cycle. If the washer is running, pressing it once will pause the washer an unlock
the oor. Press again to restart the wash cycle.
NOTE: If the washer is paused and the cycle is not restarted within 2 hours, the current wash cycle will
be cancelled.
NOTE: The washer performs automatic system chec s after pressing the START button. Water will flow
in 45 seconds or less. You may hear the door loc and unloc before water flows; this is normal.
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About t e was er features.
NOTE: Features may not be available on all washer models.
Cycle Signal
Use the SIGNAL button to change
the volume of the en of cycle signal. Press the button until you reach
the esire volume.
Prewas (on some models)
Prewash is an extra wash before
the main wash. Use it for heavily soile
clothes or for clothes with a care label
that recommen s prewashing before
washing. Be sure to a high-efficiency
etergent, or the proper wash a itive
to the prewash ispenser.
NOTE: When selecting prewash,
it is recommended to use powder
detergent in the main wash (detergent)
compartment.
Extra Rinse
Use an extra rinse when a itional rinsing
is esire to remove excess irt an
etergent from soile loa s.
Delay Start
You can elay the start of a wash cycle
for 10–18 hours, epen ing on the mo el.
Press the DELAY START button to choose
the number of hours you want to elay
the start of the cycle, then press the START
button. The machine will count own an
start automatically at the correct time.
NOTE: If you forget to fully close the door,
a reminder signal will beep reminding you
to do so.
NOTE: If you open the door when the delay
is counting down, the machine will enter
the pause state. You must close the door
and press START again in order to restart
the countdown.
Lock
You can lock the controls to prevent any
selections from being ma e. Or you can
lock the controls after you have starte
a cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start
the washer by touching pads with
this option selected.
To lock the washer, press an hol
the DELAY START button for 3 secon s.
To unlock the washer controls, press
an hol the DELAY START button for
3 secon s.
The control lock icon on the isplay will
light up when it is on.
NOTE: The POWER button can still be
used when the machine is loc ed.
HOLD 3 SEC
TO STORE MY CYCLE
MY CYCLE (on some models)
To save a favorite cycle, set the esire
settings for wash cycle, soil level, spin spee
an wash temp settings an hol own the
MY CYCLE button for 3 secon s. A beep will
soun to in icate the cycle has been save .
To use your custom cycle, press the
MY CYCLE button before washing a loa .
To change the save cycle, set the esire
settings an hol own the MY CYCLE
button for 3 secon s.
NOTE: When using MY CYCLE, wash
options cannot be modified after the
cycle has been started.
NOTE: If you change wash options with
MY CYCLE before starting the cycle, the
MY CYCLE light will turn off and you will
be returned to the base cycle.
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BASKET CLEAN
BasketClean is a cycle that freshens up
the insi e of your washer. The cycle uses
bleach an more water to refresh your
washer. Use BasketClean once every
month to re uce o or an resi ue buil up
insi e the washer.
For more information on BasketClean,
refer to the Care and Cleaning section on
page 11.
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T e Dispenser Drawer
Slowly open the ispenser rawer by pulling
it out until it stops.
After adding laundry products, slowly close
the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer too
quic ly could result in early dispensing of the
bleach, fabric softener or detergent.
You may see water in the bleach and fabric
softener compartments at the end of the cycle.
This is a result of the flushing/siphoning action
and is part of the normal operation of the
washer.
T e Liquid Bleac Compartment
IMPORTANT: T e bleac compartment
position varies by model. Be sure to identify
t e correct compartment for bleac before
using.
If esire , measure out the recommen e
amount of liqui bleach, not to excee
1/3 cup (80 ml) an pour into the center
compartment labele “LIQUID BLEACH”
marke with this symbol .
Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling
can cause early dispensing of the bleach which
could result in damaged clothes.
NOTE: Do not use powdered bleach in the
dispenser.
T e Detergent Compartment
■High efficiency detergent is required
for this washer. Use the detergent
manufacturer’s recommended amount.
The etergent selection insert must be place
in the etergent compartment in a specific
position accor ing to what type of etergent
you are using.
■Powder Detergent – Place the insert
in the rear position. The Pow er Icons
must line up on center when the insert
is in the pow er position.
■Liquid Detergent – Place the insert in
the forwar position. The Liqui Icons
must line up on center when the insert
is in the liqui position.
Move the insert by pulling it up an replace
it by sli ing it own between either the rear
or front etergent compartment mol e rails,
as esire , for pow er or liqui etergent.
■A measure etergent to the front left
etergent compartment of the ispenser
rawer.
■Detergent is flushe from the ispenser
at the beginning of the wash cycle. Either
pow ere or liqui etergent can be use .
■Detergent usage may nee to be a juste
for water temperature, water har ness,
size an soil level of the loa . Avoi using
too much etergent in your washer as it
can lea to oversu sing an etergent
resi ue being left on the clothes.
■Using more etergent than the
recommen e quantity can cause
resi ue buil up on your washer.
Insert in rear position for powder
detergent
Insert in forward position for liquid
detergent
T e Prewas Compartment (on some models)
■Only use the Prewash Compartment if you
are selecting the Prewash cycle for heavily
soile clothes. A measure etergent or
prewash a itive to the back left prewash
compartment of the ispenser rawer.
■Detergent or prewash a itive is flushe
from the ispenser in the prewash cycle
(if selecte ).
NOTE: Liquid detergent will drain into the
washer drum as it is added.
■Detergent usage may nee to be a juste
for water temperature, water har ness, size
an soil level of the loa . Avoi using too
much etergent in your washer as it can
lea to over su sing an etergent resi ue
being left on the clothes.
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On some models, the Liquid Bleach
Compartment is in the center.
On some models, the Liquid Bleach
Compartment is on the right.

Loading and using t e was er.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting Wash Loads
Loading the Washer
Wash rum may be fully loa e with loosely a e
items. Do not was fabrics containing flammable
materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
To a items after washer has starte , press
START/PAUSE an wait until the oor is unlatche .
The washer may take up to 30 secon s to unlock
the oor after pressing START/PAUSE epen ing
on the machine con itions. Do not try to force open
the oor when it is locke . After the oor unlocks,
open gently. A items, close the oor an press
START/PAUSE to restart.
Colors
Whites
Lights
Darks
Soil
Heavy
Normal
Light
Fabric
Delicates
Easy Care
Stur y Cottons
Lint
Lint Pro ucers
Lint Collectors
■Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than
half the total wash load.
■Washing single items is not recommended. This may cause an out-of-balance load. Add one or two
similar items.
■Pillows and comforters should not be mixed with other items. This may cause an out-of-balance load.
Sort laun ry into loa s that can be washe together.
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T e Fabric Softener Compartment
IMPORTANT: T e fabric softener compartment
position varies by model. Be sure to identify
t e correct compartment for fabric softener
before using.
If esire , pour the recommen e amount
of liqui fabric softener into the compartment
labele “FABRIC SOFTENER.”
Use only liqui fabric softener in the ispenser.
Dilute with water to the maximum fill line.
Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling
can cause early dispensing of the fabric softener
which could stain clothes.
NOTE: Do not pour fabric softener directly
on the wash load.
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On some models, the Fabric
Softener Compartment is
on the right.
On some models, the Fabric
Softener Compartment is
in the center.

Cleaning t e Interior
of t e Was er
To clean the interior of the washer, select
the BasketClean feature on the control
panel. The cycle will use more water,
in a ition to bleach, to refresh your
washer.
NOTE: Rea the instructions below
completely before starting the
BasketClean cycle.
1. Remove any garments or objects from
the washer an ensure the washer
basket is empty.
2. Open the washer oor an pour
one cup or 250 ml of liqui bleach
into the basket.
3. Close the oor an select the
BasketClean cycle. Push the START
button.
4. When the BasketClean cycle is
working, you will see CLn on the
isplay. The cycle will complete in
about 90 minutes. Do not interrupt
the cycle.
5. After the cycle is complete, leave
the oor open slightly for better
ventilation.
If for any reason the cycle nee s to
be interrupte , the oor will not open
imme iately. Forcing open the oor at
this stage may cause water to floo .
The oor will open after the water is
raine to a level where it woul not
floo the floor.
BasketClean may be interrupte
by pressing the START/PAUSE button
in between cycles. A power outage in
the house might also interrupt the cycle.
When the power supply is back, the
BasketClean cycle resumes where it ha
stoppe . When interrupte , be sure to run
a complete BasketClean cycle before
using the washer. If the POWER button
is presse uring BasketClean, the cycle
will be lost.
IMPORTANT:
■ Run BasketClean with 1 Cup
(250 ml) of bleach once a month.
■ After the completion of a BasketClean
cycle, the interior of your washer may
have a bleach smell.
■ It is recommen e to run a light color
loa after the BasketClean cycle.
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Care and Cleaning
Exterior: Imme iately wipe off any spills. Wipe with amp cloth. Do not hit surface with sharp objects.
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from rain pump an hoses.
Do not store the washer where it will be expose to the weather. When moving the washer,
the tub shoul be kept stationary by using the shipping bolts remove uring installation.
See Installation Instructions in this book. If these parts are not available, they can be or ere
by visiting our Website at ge.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be
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Cleaning t e Pump Filter
Due to the nature of the front-loa washer,
it is sometimes possible for small articles
to pass to the pump. The washer has a
filter to capture lost items so they are not
umpe to the rain. To retrieve lost items,
clean out the pump filter.
1. Using a coin or flat screw river
in the notch on the oor, open
the access oor.
2. Place a shallow pan or ish un er
the pump access oor an towels
on the floor in front of the washer to
protect the floor. It is normal to catch
about a cup of water when the filter
is remove .
3. Pull own the pour spout.
4. Turn the pump filter counterclockwise
an remove the filter. Open slowly to
allow the water to rain.
5. Clean the ebris from the filter.
6. Replace the filter an turn clockwise.
Tighten securely.
7. Flip up the pour spout.
8. Close the access oor.
Cleaning t e was er.
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spout
Pour
spout
Cleaning t e Door Gasket
Open the washer oor. Using both han s,
press own the oor gasket. Remove any
foreign objects if foun trappe insi e
the gasket. Make sure there is nothing
blocking the holes behin the gasket.
While hol ing own the oor gasket,
inspect the interior gasket by pulling it
own with your fingers. Remove any
foreign objects if foun trappe insi e
this gasket. Make sure there is nothing
blocking the holes behin the gasket.
When you are finishe cleaning
the oor gasket, remove your han s
an the gaskets will return
to the operating position.

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Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent an fabric softener may buil up
in the ispenser rawer. Resi ue shoul be remove once or twice a month.
■Remove the rawer by first pulling it out until it stops. Then reach back into
the left rear corner of the rawer cavity an press own firmly on the lock tab,
pulling out the rawer.
■Remove the inserts from the bleach an fabric softener compartments
an the etergent insert. Rinse the inserts an the rawer with hot water
to remove traces of accumulate laun ry pro ucts.
■To clean the rawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess. Remove
all resi ue from the upper an lower parts of the recess.
■Return inserts to the proper compartments. Replace the ispenser rawer.
Loc tab is visible only after
drawer has been pulled out
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT – Save these instructions
for local inspector’s use.
•IMPORTANT – Observe all governing
co es an or inances.
•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
•Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical an electrical skills.
• Completion time – 1-3 hours
•Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
•Pro uct failure ue to improper installation is not
covere un er the Warranty.
WARNING
•This appliance must be properly groun e an
installe as escribe in these Installation Instructions.
•Do not install or store appliance in an area where
it will be expose to water/weather. See Location
of Your Washer section.
• NOTE: This appliance must be properly
grounded, and electrical service to the washer
must conform with local codes and ordinances
and the latest edition of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
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TOOLS REQUIRE FOR
WASHER INSTALLATION
❏1/4″nut river
❏3/8″socket with ratchet
❏3/8″open-en wrench
❏A justable wrench or 7/16″socket with ratchet
❏A justable wrench or 9/16″open-en wrench
❏Channel-lock a justable pliers
❏Carpenter’s level
❏ Water Hoses (2)
PARTS SUPPLIE
❏ Cable Tie
❏ Hose Gui e
STACK BRACKET KIT
A stack bracket kit is available at a itional cost.
It can be or ere in the Unite States by visiting
our website at ge.com or calling 800.GE.CARES.
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LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
o Not Install the Washer:
1.In an area expose to ripping water or outsi e
weather con itions. The ambient temperature shoul
never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper washer
operation.
2.In an area where it will come in contact with curtains
or rapes.
3.On carpet. The floor MUST be a har surface with
a maximum slope of 1/2″per foot (1.27 cm per
30 cm). To make sure the washer oes not vibrate
or move, you may have to reinforce the floor.
NOTE: If floor is in poor con ition, use 3/4″impregnate
plywoo sheet soli ly attache to existing floor covering.
IMPORTANT:
Minimum Installation Clearances
•When installe in alcove: Si es, Rear,
Top = 0″(0 cm)
•When installe in closet: Si es, Rear,
Top = 0″(0 cm), Front = 1″(2.54 cm)
•Closet oor ventilation openings require :
2 louvers each 60 square in. (387 cm2), locate 3″
(7.6 cm) from top an bottom of oor
ROUGH-IN IMENSIONS
SIDE
FRONT
27.0”
(68.6 cm)
20.4” (51.9 cm)
ELECTRONIC TRANSPARENT VISOR
2.2”
(5.6 cm)
40.6”*
(103.1 cm)
30.6”
(77.7 cm)
1.6”
(3.9 cm)
40.6”*
(103.1cm)
39.1”
(99.2 cm)
*NOTE: With pe estal, 52.6”
Stacke , 84”

UNPACKING THE WASHER
WARNING: Recycle or estroy the carton
an plastic bags after the washer is unpacke . Make
materials inaccessible to chil ren. Chil ren might use
them for play. Cartons covere with rugs, be sprea s
or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing
suffocation.
1. Cut an remove the top an bottom packaging straps.
2. While it is in the carton, carefully lay the washer on its
si e. DO NOT lay the washer on its front or back.
3. Turn own the bottom flaps—remove all base packaging,
inclu ing the car boar , styrofoam base an styrofoam
tub support (inserte in center of base).
NOTE: If you are installing a pedestal, proceed to
the installation instructions that come with the pedestal.
4. Carefully return the washer to an upright position an
remove the carton.
5. Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (122 cm)
of the final location.
6. Remove the following from the back si e of the washer:
4 bolts
4 plastic spacers (inclu ing rubber grommets)
4 power cor retainers
NOTE: Failure to remove the shipping braces can cause
the washer to become severely unbalance .
Save all bolts for future use.
NOTE: If you must transport the washer at a later ate,
you must reinstall the shipping support har ware to prevent
shipping amage. Keep the har ware in the plastic bag
provi e .
In case you misplace your shipping bolt, replacements
are available at additional cost. They can be ordered in
the United States by visiting our website at ge.com or
calling 800.GE.CARES. Order kit #WH49X10039.
Installation Instructions
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
CIRCUIT – In ivi ual, properly polarize an groun e
15-amp branch circuit fuse with 15-amp time- elay fuse
or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY – 2-wire, with groun , 120-volt,
single-phase, 60-Hz, Alternating Current.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE – Properly
groun e 3-prong receptacle to be
locate so the power supply cor
is accessible when the washer is
in an installe position.
WARNING: Improper connection of the
equipment groun ing con uctor can result in a risk
of electrical shock. Check with a license electrician
if you are in oubt as to whether the appliance is
properly groun e .
1. The washer MUST be groun e . In the event of
malfunction or break own, groun ing will re uce
the risk of electrical shock by provi ing a path of least
resistance for electrical current.
2. Since your washer is equippe with a power supply
cor having an equipment-groun ing con uctor an
a groun ing plug, the plug MUST be plugge into an
appropriate, copper-wire receptacle that is properly
installe an groun e in accor ance with all local
co es an or inances or in the absence of local co es,
with the National Electrical Co es, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest
e ition). If in oubt, call a license electrician. O NOT
cut off or alter the groun ing prong on the power supply
cor . In situations where a two-slot receptacle is present,
it is the owner’s responsibility to have a license
electrician replace it with a properly grounded
three-prong groun ing-type receptacle.
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
GROUN ING REQUIREMENTS
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot an col water faucets MUST be installe within
42 inches (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The faucets
MUST be 3/4″(1.9 cm) gar en hose-type so inlet hoses can
be connecte . Water pressure MUST be between 10 an 120
poun s per square inch. Your water epartment can a vise
you of your water pressure. The hot water temperature
shoul be set to eliver water at 120° to 140°F (48°–60°C).
RAIN REQUIREMENTS
1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L)
per minute.
2. A stan pipe iameter of 1 1/4″(3.18 cm) minimum.
3. The stan pipe height above the floor shoul be:
Minimum height: 24″(61 cm)
Maximum height: 96″(244 cm)
NOTE: The rain hose attache to the washer can reach
a 58″(147 cm) high stan pipe. For a higher stan pipe,
contact an authorize parts istributor.
96 in.
(244 cm)
Max.
24 in.
(61 cm)
Min.
BACK
WARNING—TO RE UCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AN PERSONAL INJURY:
• O NOT USE AN EXTENSION COR OR AN A APTER
PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
Washer must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence
of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CO E, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.

INSTALLING THE WASHER
1. Run some water from the hot an col faucets to flush
the water lines an remove particles that might clog up
the water valve screens.
2. Remove the inlet hoses from the plastic bag.
3. (90° elbow en ) Carefully
connect the inlet hose
marke HOT to the outsi e
“H” outlet of the water valve.
Tighten by han , then tighten
another 2/3 turn with pliers.
Carefully connect the other
inlet hose to the insi e “C”
outlet of the water valve.
Tighten by han ; then tighten
another 2/3 turn with pliers. o not crossthread
or over-tighten these connections.
4. Connect the inlet hose en s to the HOT an COLD water
faucets tightly by han , then tighten another 2/3 turn
with pliers. Turn the water on an check for leaks.
5. Carefully move the washer to its final location. Gently rock
the washer into position. It is important not to amage
the rubber leveling legs when moving your washer
to its final location. Damage legs can increase washer
vibration. It may be helpful to spray win ow cleaner on
the floor to help move your washer into its final position.
NOTE: To re uce vibration, ensure that all four rubber
leveling legs are firmly touching the floor. Push an
pull on the back right an then back left of your washer.
NOTE: Do not use the ispenser rawer or oor to lift
the washer.
NOTE: If you are installing into a rain pan, you can use
a 24-inch long 2x4 to lever the washer into place.
6. With the washer in its final position, place a level
on top of the washer
(if the washer is installe
un er a counter,
the washer shoul not
be able to rock). A just
the front leveling legs
up or own to ensure
the washer is resting
soli . Turn the lock nuts on each leg up towar s
the base of the washer an snug with a wrench.
NOTE: Keep the leg extension at a minimum to prevent
excessive vibration. The farther out the legs are exten e ,
the more the washer will vibrate.
If the floor is not level or is amage , you may have
to exten the rear leveling legs.
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INSTALLING THE WASHER (cont.)
7. Attach U-shape hose gui e to the en of the rain
hose. Place the hose in a laun ry tub or stan pipe
an secure it with the cable tie provi e in the
enclosure package.
NOTE: If the rain hose is place in a stan pipe without
forming a U shape, a siphoning action coul occur. There
must be an air gap aroun the rain hose. A snug hose
fit can also cause a siphoning action.
8. Plug the power cor into a groun e outlet.
NOTE: Check to be sure the power is off at a circuit
breaker/fuse box before plugging the power cor into
an outlet.
9. Turn on the power at a circuit breaker/fuse box.
10. Rea the rest of this Owner’s Manual. It contains
valuable an helpful information that will save you
time an money.
11. Before starting the washer, check to make sure:
❏ Main power is turne on.
❏ The washer is plugge in.
❏ The water faucets are turne on.
❏ The unit is level an all four leveling legs are firmly
on the floor.
❏ The shipping support har ware is remove
an save .
❏ The rain hose is properly tie up.
❏ There are no leaks at the faucet, rain line
or washer.
12. Run the washer through a complete cycle.
Check for water leaks an proper operation.
13. If your washer oes not operate, please review
the Before You Call For Service section before
calling for service.
14. Place these instructions in a location near the washer
for future reference.
Cable Tie Cable Tie
Cable Tie
If replacement parts are nee e for your washer, they
can be or ere in the Unite States by visiting our
Website at ge.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES.
REPLACEMENT PARTS

Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the
following pages first and you may not need to call for
service.
Consumer Support Troubles ooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
Installation
Instructions
Problem Possible Cause W at To Do
Not spinning or agitating rain hose is kinked or • Straighten rain hose an make sure washer is not
improperly connected sitting on it.
Household drain may • Check househol plumbing. You may nee to call
be clogged a plumber.
rain hose siphoning; drain hose • Ensure there is an air gap between hose an rain.
pushed too far down the drain
Washer pump filter may • Have your pump filter cleane .
be clogged •Clean pump filter if washer is equippe with access oor.
Load is out of balance • Re istribute clothes an run rain & spin or rinse & spin.
•Increase loa size if washing small loa containing heavy
an light items.
Leaking water oor gasket is damaged • Check to see if gasket is seate an not torn. Objects
left in pockets may cause amage to the washer (nails,
screws, pens, pencils).
oor gasket not damaged • Water may rip from the oor when the oor is opene .
This is a normal operation.
Check back left of washer • If this area is wet, you have oversu sing con ition.
for water Use less etergent.
Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at washer an
improperly connected faucets an make sure en of rain hose is correctly
inserte in an secure to rain facility.
Household drain may • Check househol plumbing. You may nee to call
be clogged a plumber.
ispenser clogged • Pow er soap may cause clogs insi e the ispenser an
cause water to leak out the front of the ispenser. Remove
ispenser an clear as nee e .
Not draining rain hose is kinked or • Straighten rain hose an make sure washer is not
improperly connected sitting on it.
Household drain may • Check househol plumbing. You may nee to call
be clogged a plumber.
rain hose siphoning; drain hose • Ensure there is an air gap between hose an rain.
pushed too far down the drain
Washer pump filter may • Have your pump filter cleane .
be clogged •Clean pump filter if washer is equippe with access oor.
Bad odor inside Washer unused for a long time, • Leave the oor slightly open for the water to air ry.
your was er not using recommended •Run a BasketClean cycle.
quality of HE detergent •In the case of strong o or, you may nee to run
or used too much detergent the BasketClean cycle more than once.
Not spinning rain hose is kinked or • Straighten rain hose an make sure washer is not
improperly connected sitting on it.
Household drain may • Check househol plumbing. You may nee to call
be clogged a plumber.
rain hose siphoning; drain hose • Ensure there is an air gap between hose an rain.
pushed too far down the drain
Washer pump filter may • Have your pump filter cleane .
be clogged •Clean pump filter if washer is equippe with access oor.
Load is out of balance • Re istribute clothes an run rain & spin or rinse & spin.
•Increase loa size if washing small loa containing heavy
an light items.
oor is open • Make sure oor is close .
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