GE GFWR4805 Original instructions

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Safety Instructions..............2,3
Operating Instructions
Controls............................4-9
Features..........................10-11
QuickStart ..........................12
Loading and Using the Washer ....12–13
AvailableAccessory..................17
Care and Cleaning ............14–17
Installation Instructions
PreparingtoInstallYourWasher......18
Location of Your Washer .............19
Rough-In Dimensions.................19
Unpacking Your Washer..............20
ElectricalRequirements ..............21
Grounding Requirements .............21
DrainRequirements..................22
Water Supply Requirements ..........22
InstallingtheWasher..............22-23
ReplacementParts...................23
Troubleshooting Tips .........25-29
Consumer Support
Warranty (U.S.) .......................30
Warranty (Canada) ...................31
Consumer Support ...................32
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
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numbers here:
Model # _________________
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You can find them on a label on the
side of the washer.
As an ENERGY STAR®partner,
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product meets the ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
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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.
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 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.
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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.
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
WX10X10011 Tide®Washing Machine Cleaner*
PM7X1 Washer Floor Tray
PM7X3 Low Profile Universal Washer Floor Tray
(for use with pedestal models)
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About the washer control panel.
You can locate your model number on a label on the side of the washer or inside the washer door.
Models: GFWR4805, GFWR4800 - GE RightHeight Design™ Steam Washer with Built-In Riser™
Models: GFWS3705, GFWS3700, GHWS3605, GHWS3600 - Steam Washer
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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Models: GFWR2705, GFWR2700 - GE RightHeight Design™ Steam Washer with Built-In Riser™
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Power
Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into standby mode.
NOTE: Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
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Normal/Mixed Loads*For heavily to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
Whites* For heavily to lightly soiled white laundry, work and play clothes.
Bulky Bedding*For large items such as comforters, blankets, small rugs and similar bulky items.
Active Wear* For active sports, exercise and some casual wear clothes. Fabrics include modern
technology finishes and fibers such as spandex, stretch and micro-fibers.
Power Clean* For heavily soiled items which require extra cleaning power.
Sanitize*
For increased water temperature which will sanitize and kill more than 99.9% of many common
bacteria found in home laundry. For best results, select the extra heavy soil setting when using
the Sanitize cycle.
NSF Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential and
Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers
Allergen*
For removing common allergens such as dust mites and pet dander.
NSF Protocol P351
Allergen Reduction Performance of Residential
and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers
Towels/Sheets*
For items such as towels, sheets, pillowcases and dish rags.
Delicates/Hand Wash For items labeled hand-washable with light soils. Provides gentle tumbling and soak during
wash and rinse.
Speed Wash or
Quick Wash For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Cycle time is approximately 30 minutes,
depending on selected options.
Single Item For washing one heavily or lightly soiled item. The washer uses this setting to optimize the
wash and spin cycle for a single small or medium sized garment.
Rinse + Spin To quickly rinse and spin out any items at any time.
Drain + Spin To quickly drain and spin out any items at any time.
Basket Clean
Use for cleaning the basket of residue and odor. Recommended use of at least once per
month.
NOTE: Never load laundry while using Basket Clean. The laundry may become damaged.
See the Care and Cleaning section.
Wash Cycles
The wash cycles are optimized for specific types of wash loads. The chart below will help you match the wash setting
with the loads. The GentleClean™lifters lightly tumble the clothes into the water and detergent solution to clean the load.
*The Add Steam option can be used with these cycles.
Models: GFWS2505, GFWS2500 - Steam Washer
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Control settings.
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Soil
Changing the Soil level increases or
decreases the wash time to remove
different amounts of soil.
To change the Soil level, press the Soil
level button until you have reached the
desired setting. You can choose between
Extra Light, Light, Normal, Heavy or Extra
Heavy soil levels.
Temp
Adjust to select the proper water
temperature for the wash cycle. The
PreSoak and PreWash rinse water is
always cold to help reduce energy usage
and reduce setting of stains and 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
reached the desired setting. You can
choose between Tap Cold, Cold, Warm,
Hot or Extra Hot. By design, to protect
fabrics, not all wash temperatures are
available for certain wash cycles.
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.
Spin
Changing the Spin speed changes the
final spin speed of the cycles. Always
follow the garment manufacturer’s care
label when changing the Spin speed.
To change the Spin speed, press the Spin
speed button until you have reached the
desired setting. You can choose between
No Spin, Low, Medium, High or Extra High
Spin. Higher spin speeds are not available
on certain cycles, such as Delicates.
Higher spin speeds remove more water
from the clothes and will help reduce dry
time, but may also increase the possibility
of setting wrinkles on some fabrics.
Rinse
Changing Rinse will change the number
of rinses the cycle will use. To change the
rinse option, press Rinse until you have
reached the desired setting. On some
models you can choose between Normal,
Extra, Max (a third rinse), and no rinse. In
order to select no rinse, press the Rinse
button until no lights are lit in the rinse
window.
On models with Rinse+Spin cycle, a
drain and spin cycle can be achieved by
pressing the Rinse or Ext Rinse button
until the LED is no longer illuminated.
On models with Drain+Spin cycle, a
rinse and spin cycle can be achieved by
selecting Ext Rinse option.
NOTE: Some models have only
an Extra Rinse option. This
option allows for an extra rinse during a
cycle to remove excess dirt and
detergent from soiled loads. Press the
Ext Rinse button to select.
7Start/Pause
Press to start a wash cycle. If the washer
is running, pressing it once will pause the
washer and unlock the door.
It will take a few seconds for the door to
unlock after pressing Pause. Press again
to restart the wash cycle.
NOTE: If the washer is paused and the
cycle is not restarted within 15 minutes,
the current wash cycle will be cancelled.
NOTE: In some cycles the washer will
drain first, then unlock the door when it is
paused.
NOTE: The washer performs automatic
system checks after pressing the Start
button. Water will flow in 45 seconds
or less. You may hear the door lock and
unlock before water flows; this is normal.

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PreWash
Prewash is an extra wash before the
main wash. Use it for heavily soiled
clothes or for clothes with a care
label that recommends prewashing
before washing. Be sure to add liquid
or powder high-efficiency detergent,
or the proper wash additive to the
prewash dispenser.
PreWash must be selected prior to
pressing Start.
The PreWash feature will fill the washer
(adding the prewash detergent), tumble
the clothes, drain and spin. Then the
washer will run the selected wash cycle.
NOTE: In some special cycles, the
prewash is selected automatically
as the default. You can modify this
selection at any time.
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PreSoak (on some models)
For soaking your garments prior to
the PreWash (if selected) and/or wash
cycle. This option begins with a brief
tumble and then proceeds to soak the
clothes for a specified period of time.
Once complete, the cycle will begin
automatically.
PreSoak must be selected prior to
pressing Start.
The PreSoak time is set in ½ hour
increments, with the maximum
presoak set option of 8 hours.
If desired, add high-efficiency detergent
or the proper wash additive to the
prewash dispenser.
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eWash (Energy Savings Wash)
(on some models)
Use eWash to save energy on specified
wash cycles.
eWash cannot be used with Allergen,
Sanitize, Power Clean and Basket
Clean.
Overnight Dry™
(on some models)
Overnight Dry is available on the
following cycles: Active Wear, Whites,
Normal and Single Item.
Overnight Dry is intended for smaller
loads only. This feature is intended for
use when clothes need to be washed,
dried and ready to wear or finished the
next morning. This feature will tumble
clothes and introduce a constant
stream of air into the machine
compartment upon completion of
select wash cycles. Clothes can be
removed at any time by pressing
Pause.
To use the feature, press the Overnight
Dry button any time before the end of
the wash cycle. The display will change
to add the default 8 hours max dry time.
High wear or delicate articles are not
recommended for this cycle.
The table below describes example
loads that can be used with this feature:
2-3 athletic uniforms
2 sets of scrubs
2 sets of baby's crib sheets
1 dress shirt, 1 pair of dress pants
3 dress shirts
My Cycle
To save a favorite cycle, set the desired
settings for wash cycle, soil level, spin speed
and wash temp settings and hold down the
My Cycle button for 3 seconds. A beep will
sound to indicate the cycle has been saved.
To use your custom cycle, press the
My Cycle button before washing a load.
To change the saved cycle, set the
desired settings and hold down the
My Cycle button for 3 seconds.
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.
On some models, there is a
My Cycle 1 and a My Cycle 2
button which allows you to
save two favorite cycles.
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Control settings.
13 Stain Removal Guide
(on some models)
The Stain Removal Guide is pre-
programmed with the ideal wash and
rinse settings to tackle five common
stains: grass, wine, blood, tomato and
dirt. To use this feature, select the
desired wash cycle and then press
the Stain Removal Guide button
until the stain you want to remove is
highlighted. Once selected, press the
Start button to start the cycle.
For some stains, a prewash will be
selected automatically. Be sure to
add liquid or powder high-efficiency
detergent, or the proper wash additive
to the prewash dispenser.
14 Add A Garment (on some models)
If you need to add a garment after the
cycle has started, press the Add a Garment
button and the unit will unlock the door,
allowing additional garments. The Add a
Garment feature is only available when the
LED is lit on the button. After a certain point
in the cycle, the LED will not be lit any longer
and adding a garment is not allowed.
Basket Light (on some models)
The basket light will turn on and remain
on for 5 minutes when the door opens,
Start/Pause button is pressed, or by
pressing the Light button.
The basket light can be turned off by
pressing and holding the Light button.
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16 Volume
To adjust the volume of the unit, press
the Volume button to select the desired
level.
There are four sound levels including OFF.
NOTE: The volume selected is for both
the buttons and the end of cycle sounds.
17 Lock Control
You can lock the controls to prevent
any selections from being made. Or
you can lock or unlock the controls
after you have started a cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start the
washer by touching buttons with this
option selected.
To lock the washer, press and hold the
Lock Control button for 3 seconds.
To unlock the washer controls, press
and hold the Lock Control button for 3
seconds.
A sound is made to indicate the lock/
unlock status.
The indicator light above the button
will illuminate when the controls are
locked.
NOTE: The Power button can still be
used when the machine is locked.
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Add Steam
Add Steam adds steam into the washer
early in the cycle to assist with loosening
stains on the Towels/Sheets, Normal,
Whites, Bulky, Active Wear, Power
Clean, Sanitize or Allergen cycles.
To use:
1. Turn power ON and select a wash
cycle. The Add Steam option is only
available on Towels/Sheets, Normal,
Whites, Bulky, Active Wear, Power
Clean, Sanitize or Allergen cycles.
2. Select the Add Steam button to
activate steam.
3. Press the Start/Pause button.
Delay Wash
You can delay the start of a wash cycle
for up to 24 hours. Press the Delay
Wash button to choose the amount
of time you want to delay the start of
the wash cycle. Once the desired time
is reached, press the Start button. The
machine will count down and 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.
20 eMonitor (on some models)
The eMonitor lights display the relative
energy use of your selected cycle and
options. They are provided as an energy
guide and range from Good (1 light) to
Better (5 lights). Some special cycles will
not provide a display.
21 Display
Displays the approximate time
remaining until the end of the cycle.
NOTE: The cycle time is affected by how
long it takes the washer to fill. This depends
on the water pressure in your home. The
“smart” timer “learns” the amount of time
it takes to fill your washer and adjusts the
total time accordingly.
Cycle status is also displayed and certain
features such as Delay Wash or Steam are
shown indicating they have been selected.
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About the washer features.
The Prewash Compartment
Only use the prewash compartment if you
are selecting the PreWash or PreSoak
cycle for heavily soiled clothes. Add
measured detergent or prewash additive to
the back left prewash compartment of the
dispenser drawer.
Detergent or prewash additive is flushed
from the dispenser in the PreWash or
PreSoak cycle (if selected).
NOTE: Liquid detergent will drain
into the washer basket as it is added.
Detergent usage may need to be adjusted
for water temperature, water hardness, size
and soil level of the load. Avoid using too
much detergent in your washer as it can
lead to over sudsing and detergent residue
being left on the clothes.
The Dispenser Drawer
Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling
it out until it stops.
After adding laundry products, slowly close
the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer
too quickly 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.
Use only HE High-Efficiency
detergent.
Add pre-wash to
this location
Detergent
selection insert
NOTE: Use only liquid or powder HE
detergents and additives in the dispenser
drawer. Laundry detergent packets
should only be added directly to the
wash tub following the manufacturer's
directions.
DO NOT put detergent packets in the
dispenser drawer.
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The Fabric Softener Compartment
If desired, pour the recommended amount
of liquid fabric softener into the compartment
labeled “FABRIC SOFTENER.”
Use only liquid fabric softener in the dispenser.
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.
The Liquid Bleach Compartment
If desired, measure out the recommended
amount of liquid bleach, not to exceed
1/3 cup (80 ml) and pour into the center
compartment labeled “LIQUID BLEACH”
marked with this symbol .
It is recommended to use High-Efficiency (HE)
bleach in this front-load washer.
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 or laundry
detergent/additive packets in the dispenser.
The Detergent Compartment
Only use high-efficiency detergent
in this washer. DO NOT fill high-
efficiency detergent over the MAX
line. Use detergent manufacturer’s
recommended amount.
Powder Detergent – Remove the
Liquid Detergent cup and place it in a
safe location outside of the washer.
Follow the detergent manufacturer’s
instructions when measuring the
amount of powder to use.
Liquid Detergent – Locate the
concentration of your detergent on the
bottle. Do not fill above the Max Fill line
in the Detergent cup for your detergent
concentration type.
Detergent usage may need to be
adjusted for water temperature, water
hardness, size and soil level of the
load. Avoid using too much detergent
in your washer as it can lead to
oversudsing, detergent residue being
left on the clothes, and could extend
wash times.
Do not put clumped detergent in the
dispenser. Clumped detergent can
cause a leak.
For HE powder
detergent
remove the
Detergent cup
and add powder
here
Max Fill line
depending
on your liquid
detergent
concentration
type
NOTE: The Detergent cup
has an easy grip handle to
allow removal for convenient
measuring and filling of the
unit.
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Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Fabric Care Labels
Machine
wash
cycle Normal Permanent Press/
wrinkle resistant Gentle/
delicate Hand wash Do not wash Do not wring
Water
temperature Hot
(50°C/120°F)
Warm
(40°C/105°F)
Cold/cool
(30°C/85°F)
WASH LABELS
Bleach
symbols
Any bleach
(when needed) Only non-chlorine bleach
(when needed)
Do not bleach
BLEACH LABELS
Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
DETERGENT LABELS
Use only HE High-Efficiency detergent.
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Quick Start
1
Press the Power button.
If the screen is dark, a press
of the Power button will
“wake up” the display.
2
Select a wash cycle. (Defaults are
set for each cycle. These default
settings can be changed. See
Control settings for more
information.)
3Press the Start/Pause button.

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WORKWEAR
4 Jeans
5 Work Wear Shirts
5 Work Wear Pants
LINENS
2 Bath Sheets
10 Bath Towels/
12 Washcloths
7 Hand Towels/
2 Terrycloth Bath
Mats
OR
2 Flat Queen-Sized
Sheets
2 Fitted
Queen-Sized
Sheets
4 Pillowcases
MIXED LOAD
4 Pillowcases
2 Hand Towels
2 Flat Sheets/
2 Fitted Sheets
2 Bath Towels/
4 Washcloths
OR
6 Shirts (Men’s
or Women’s)
4 Pair Pants
(Khakis
or Twills)
5 T-shirts
7 Pairs of Boxers
4 Pairs of Shorts
OR
6 T-shirts
4 Pairs of
Sweatpants
4 Sweatshirts
2 Hoodies
7 Pairs of Socks
DELICATES*
7 Bras
7 Panties
3 Slips
2 Camisoles
4 Nightgowns
*Using a nylon
mesh bag for
small items is
recommended.
SPEED WASH
(2–4 GARMENTS)
2 Casual Wear
Work Shirts
1 Pair Casual Wear
Work Pants
OR
3 Soccer Uniforms
Sorting Wash Loads
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Colors
Whites
Lights
Darks
Soil
Heavy
Normal
Light
Fabric
Delicates
Easy Care
Sturdy Cottons
Lint
Lint Producers
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.
Pillows and comforters should not be mixed with other items. This may cause an out-of-balance load.
Sort dark-colored clothes from light-colored clothes to prevent dye transfer. This is a high-efficiency washer,
so it uses less water, making dye transfer more common.
- 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 can result in death, explosion, or fire.
The wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely
added items. Do not wash garments containing
flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
To add items after the washer has started, press Start/
Pause and wait until the door is unlatched. The washer
may take up to 30 seconds to unlock the door after
pressing Start/Pause, depending on the machine
conditions. Do not try to force the door open when it is
locked. After the door unlocks, open gently. Add items,
close the door and press Start/Pause to restart.
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Care and Cleaning.
Cleaning the Interior
of the Washer
To clean the interior of the washer, select
the Basket Clean feature on the control
panel. This Basket Clean cycle should be
performed, at a minimum, once per month.
This cycle will use more water, in addition to
bleach, to control the rate at which soils and
detergents may accumulate in your washer.
NOTE: Read the instructions below
completely before starting the Basket Clean
cycle.
1. Remove any garments or objects from
the washer and ensure the washer
basket is empty.
2. Open the washer door and pour
one cup or 250 ml of liquid bleach
or other washing machine cleaner
into the basket.
3. Close the door and select the Basket
Clean cycle. Push the Start pad.
4. When the Basket Clean cycle is working,
the display will show the estimated cycle
time remaining. The cycle will complete
in about 90 minutes. Do not interrupt the
cycle.
5. After the cycle is complete, leave
the door open slightly for better
ventilation.
If for any reason the cycle needs to
be interrupted, the door will not open
immediately. Forcing open the door at
this stage may cause water to flood.
The door will open after the water is
drained to a level where it would not
flood the floor.
Basket Clean may be interrupted
by pressing the Start pad in between cycles.
A power outage in the house might also
interrupt the cycle. When the power supply
is back, the Basket Clean cycle resumes
where it had stopped. When interrupted, be
sure to run a complete Basket Clean cycle
before using the washer. If the Power pad is
pressed during BasketClean, the cycle will
be lost.
IMPORTANT:
Run Basket Clean with 1 Cup (250 ml) of
bleach once a month.
After the completion of a Basket Clean
cycle, the interior of your washer may
have a bleach smell.
It is recommended to run a light color
load after the Basket Clean cycle.
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Cleaning the Pump Filter
Due to the nature of the front-load 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
dumped to the drain. To retrieve lost items,
clean out the pump filter.
1. Using a small flathead screwdriver or
coin, open the access door.
2. Place a shallow pan or dish under
the pump access door and 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 removed.
3. Pull down the pour spout.
4. Turn the pump filter counterclockwise
and remove the filter slowly, controlling
the flow of the draining water.
5. Remove the filter and clean the debris
from the filter.
6. Replace the filter and turn clockwise.
Tighten securely.
7. Flip up the pour spout.
8. Close the access door by hooking the
bottom tabs first, then rotating the
access door shut.
Pump
filter
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Care and Cleaning.
Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser
drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.
Remove the drawer by first pulling it out until it stops. Then reach back into the left
rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab,
pulling out the drawer.
Remove the insert from the bleach and fabric softener compartments and the
detergent cup. Rinse the inserts and the drawer with hot water to remove
traces of accumulated laundry products.
To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess.
Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.
Return inserts to the proper compartments. Replace the dispenser drawer.
To reduce buildup in the Dispenser Drawer area:
Use only HE
High-Efficiency
detergent.
Lock tab is visible only after
drawer has been pulled out
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Cleaning the Door Gasket
Open the washer door. Using both hands, press down the door gasket. Remove any
foreign objects if found trapped inside the gasket. Make sure there is nothing blocking the
holes behind the gasket.
While holding down the door gasket, inspect the interior gasket by pulling it down with
your fingers. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside this gasket. Make sure
there is nothing blocking the holes behind the gasket.
When you are finished cleaning the door gasket, remove your hands and the gaskets will
return to the operating position.
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Pedestal
NOTE: The GE RightHeight Design™
frontload washer equipped with a Built-In
Riser™ cannot be mounted on a pedestal.
There is a pedestal available for your
washer if it is not one of the GE RightHeight
Design™models. This pedestal gives the
washer more height and gives storage for
your washing necessities. Included with the
pedestal is a divider that allows you to store
liquid laundry detergent out of sight. See
the pedestal Installation Instructions.
Order GE Pedestal Kit GFXP1308 on-line at
GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal
business hours.
Available accessory.

Installation Washer
Instructions
If you have any questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737)
or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT – Save these instructions
for local inspector’s use.
•IMPORTANT – Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
• 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 and electrical skills.
• Completion time – 1-3 hours
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
WASHER INSTALLATION
1/2ssocket with ratchet
Adjustable wrench or 14mm and 16mm open-end
wrenches
Channel-lock adjustable pliers
Carpenter’s level
PARTS SUPPLIED
 Cable Tie
PARTS REQUIRED (Sold separately)
 Water Hoses (2)  Rubber Washers (2)
and Strainer Screens (2)
GE 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
WH1X2267 Rubber Washer (1) and Screen (1)
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
 Hose Guide
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Installation Instructions
LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
Do Not Install the Washer:
1.In an area exposed to dripping water or outside
weather conditions. The ambient temperature
should 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
drapes.
3.On carpet. The floor MUST be a hard surface with
a maximum slope of 1/2sper foot (1.27 cm per
30 cm). To make sure the washer does not vibrate
or move, you may have to reinforce the floor.
NOTE: If floor is in poor condition, use 3/4simpregnated
plywood sheet solidly attached to existing floor covering.
*NOTE:
With Legs: 40 1/2” (102.5 cm) - (3/4” (1.9 cm) adjustability)
With Built-In Riser™: 46” (117 cm) - (3/4” (1.9 cm) adjustability)
With Optional Pedestal (GFXP1308): 52” (132.1 cm) - (3/4” (1.9 cm) adjustability)
Stacked: 78 1/4” (198.8 cm)
IMPORTANT:
Minimum Installation Clearances
• When installed in alcove: Sides, Rear,
Top = 0s(0 cm)
• When installed in closet: Sides, Rear,
Top = 0s(0 cm), Front = 1s(2.54 cm)
• Closet door ventilation openings required:
2 louvers each 60 square in. (387 cm), located 3s
(7.6 cm) from top and bottom of door
ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS
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FRONT
39”*
(99cm)
35”
(88.9cm)
28”
(71.12cm)
SIDE
46”*
(117cm)
39”*
(99cm) 46”* (117cm)
Built-In
Riser™
models
only
54 3/8”
(138.2cm)

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UNPACKING THE WASHER
1. After removing the washer from its carton, remove all base
packaging, including the cardboard, styrofoam base and
styrofoam tub support (inserted in center of base).
NOTE: If you are installing a pedestal, proceed to
the installation instructions that come with the pedestal.
2. Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (122 cm)
of the final location.
3. Remove the following from the back side of the washer:
4 bolts
4 plastic spacers (including rubber grommets)
4 power cord retainers
4. Remove the shipping bolt. Insert plug into shipping
bolt hole.
NOTE: Failure to remove the shipping bolts can cause
the washer to become severely unbalanced.
Save all bolts for future use.
NOTE: If you must transport the washer at a later date,
you must reinstall the shipping support hardware to prevent
shipping damage. Keep the hardware in the plastic bag
provided.
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