GE GTWN4000M0WS User manual

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Safety Instructions .......... 2,s
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
of the Washer ...................... 7
Control Panels ...................... 4
Control Settings ................. 4, 5
Features ............................ 6
Loading and Using
the Washer ........................ 7
Troubleshooting Tips ...... 8-10
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ................ 12
Warrantg .......................... 11
Write the model end serial
number here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them
under the lid of
the washer.
49-90398-1 07/06/10 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
a,WARNING! o.r
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury,
or loss of life.
WATER HEATERSAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been
used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.
If the hot water hasnot beenusedfor two weeksor more, prevent the possibilitg of damage or injurg bg
turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Dothis before using ang
electrical appliance which isconnected to the hot water sgstem.Thissimple procedure will allow ang
built-up hgdrogen gasto escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke or usean open flame or
appliance during this process.
%PROPERINSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can
receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
I Installor store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposedto the
weather,which could cause permanent damage
and invalidate the warrantg.
I Properlgground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEAppliences.com today, 24
hours a dag or bg phone at 800.626.2002during
normal businesshours.
Part Number
WHalX10207
Accessorg
/4ft RubberWater Supplg Hose
it Thiswasher doesnot includewater supplg hoses. WX1/4X10005 /4ft BraidedWater Supplg Hose
GEstronglg recommends the useof factorg
specified parts. A list offactorg hosesavailable for
purchase are listed below. Thesehosesare
manufactured and tested to meet GE
specifications.
GEstronglg recommends the useof new water
supplg hoses. Hosesdegrade over time and need
to be replaced everg 5 gearsto reduce the risk of
hosefailures and water damage.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
it Keepthe area underneath and around gour
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper,rags,chemicals,etc.
I Closesupervisionisnecessarg ifthis appliance is
used bg or near children. Donot allow children to
plag on,with or insidethis or ang other appliance.
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Usethis
appliance
onlgfor its
intended
purposeas
describedin
this Owner's
Manual.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
Never reach into the washer while it is moving.
Wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the lid.
Donot mix chlorine bleachwith ammonia or acids
such asvinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing
different chemicals can produce a
toxic gaswhich may cause death.
Donot wash or dry articlesthat have been
cleaned in,washed in,soaked in or spotted with
combustible or explosivesubstances (suchas
wax,oil,paint, gasoline, degreasers,dry-cleaning
solvents,kerosene,etc.).Thesesubstances giveoff
vapors that may igniteor explode. Donot add
these substancesto the wash water. Do not useor
placethese substancesaround your washer or
dryer during operation.
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B
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Thelaundry process can reduce the flame
retardancg of fabrics.To avoid such a result,
carefully follow the garment manufacturer's
wash and care instructions.
To minimizethe possibility of electric shock,
unplug this appliance from the power supply
or disconnect the washer at the building's
distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE:TurningtheCycleSelectorKnobto an off
position,or pressing PAUSEdoesNOTdisconnect
the appliance from thepower supply.
Neverattempt to operate this appliance if itis
damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,
or has missingor broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
WHEN NOT IN USE
Turnoff water faucets to relievepressureon hoses
and valves and to minimize leakage ifa break or
rupture should occur.Checkthe condition of the fill
hoses;GErecommends changing the hoses every
5years.
I Donot attempt to repair or replaceany part ofthis
appliance unlessspecifically recommended in this
Owner's Manual,or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the
skillsto carry out.
I Beforediscarding a washer,or removing it
from service,remove the washer lid to prevent
children from hiding inside.
it Donot tamper with controls.
READ AND FOLLOW THISSAFETYINFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the control panel-for models with "pull knob" start.
. Add detergent
. Add diluted fabric
softener (on models
with a fabric
Step 2
• Add items
p3
•Select load size and
other wash options
• Select wash cycle
Step 4
. Close lid
. Pull knob
softener dispenser)
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE SETTINGS
QQm
Controls
Load Size
Looselgload items in the washer basket. Overloading mag negativelg impact wash performance. Adjust the load sizeaccordinglg.
Temperature
Selectthe water temperature for the wash and rinsecgcles.Alwagsfollow fabric manufacturer's care label or instructions when
laundering.
Settings
Fabric Softener
When usingthe fabric softener dispenser,gou must select this option.
Clean Rinse Option
When gou useextra detergent or bleachto clean heavilg soileditems, gou mag want to usethe 2nd Rinseoption. It providesan
enhanced second cold rinse.
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Wash Cycle-Cycle Selector Knob
Thechart belowwill help you match the wash cgcle setting with gour clothing. Thechart is rankedfrom longest to
shortest cgcle time and wash intensitg.
Yourwasher mag not haveall these cgcles.(Cgclesvarg bg model.)
PREWASHForremoving surface dirt from heavilgsoiledclothes. Hake sureto follow with a regular wash cgcle.
COTTONSor WHITES(REGULARWASH/FASTSPIN) Forheavg to lightlg soiledcottons, household linens,work and plag
clothes.
EASYCARE(GENTLEWASH/FASTSPIN) Forwrinkle-free and permanent press items,and knits.
DELICATES(GENTLEWASH/SLOWSPIN) Forlingerie and special-care fabricswith light to normal soil.
DRAIN& SPIN(FASTSPIN) Forquicklg rinsingchlorine, perspiration,stains, etc.,out of clothes.
15 MIN/30 MINAUTOSOAK Forverg soiledclothes. Beginswith agitation, soaksfor a specified period of time, then
movesthrough the rest of the cgcle automaticallg.
2nd RINSEProvidesan automatic, second rinseto thoroughlg remove detergent or bleach from gour clothes.
FABRICSOFTENERActivates the FABRICSOFTENERdispensercgcle.
Liquid Bleach Funnel
Thewater fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach asthe washer fills for the wash cgcle.
r_ Checkclothing care labelsfor special instructions.
r-2] Heasure liquid bleach carefullg,following instructions on the bottle.
[] Neverpour undiluted liquid chlorine bleachdirectly onto clothesor into the wash basket.
[] Donot pour powdered bleachinto bleachfunnel.
r_ Beforestarting the washer,pour measured amount of bleach directlg into bleachfunnel.
Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser.If gou prefer to usepowdered bleach, add it into
the wash basketwith gour detergent.
[] Donot mix chlorine bleachwith ammonia or acidssuch asvinegar and/or rust remover.
Mixing can producea toxicgas which may causedeath.
Q:What isthe difference between Heavy and Light settings?
A: ForCottons, the wash agitation time isincreased bg 10 minutes and for Easy Care,bg 6 1/2 minutes. (Timesare
approximate)
Q:What isthe difference between Regular and Gentle?
A: Regular means the washer will agitate with normal intensitg during the wash cgcle.Gentle providesa more gentle
wash and slower speeds.
Q:Which cgcle isbestfor heavilg soileditems?
A: Cottons hasthe greatest wash intensitg. Thiscgcle provides the best overallcleaning. Easy Care should be usedfor
wrinkle-free and permanent pressitems.
Q:How can Ireduce linting?
A: Sortwash loads bg fabric tgpe and whether theg collect lint (velveteen,cordurog) or produce lint (terrgcloth, chenille).
Wash small loadsfor a shorter amount of time.
Q:How much detergent do Iuse?
A: Forbest performance, alwags follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions on usage.Hang detergents are
concentrated, so consult the product label and follow the clearlg marked lineson the detergent measuring cups.
Excessivedetergent can negativelg impact the wash performance.

About washer features.
The Agitator Cap (onsome models)
Theagitator cap fits into the top of the
agitator. If it accidentallg comes off,
simplg put it back on.
SETTINGS
Set when adding
OFF FABRIC SOFTENER
d/or CLEAN RINSE
Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
Thefabric softener dispenser automaticallg r_ Add water to dispenser until it reaches
releasesliquid fabric softener. Settingthe '"' the maximum fill line.
knob ensuresthat it dispensesat the proper
time.
Do not stop the washer or raise the lid
during the first spin. Thiswill cause the
dispenser to empty too soon.
To use, follow these steps:
r_ Hake suredispenser issecurelg attached
to agitator.
r21 useonlg diluted liquid fabric softener.
Pourinto dispenser,using amount
recommended on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly on items.
It may stain them.
Do not pour angthing into the
agitator if the agitator cap or
dispenser is removed.
r41select FABRICSOFTENERsetting knobto
activate the cgcle.
Note: Fabricsoftener will not dispenseif the
knob isin the "OFF"position.
Separate for cleaning
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (onsome models)
r_ Removethe dispenserfrom the top of the agitator.
r_l Separatethe dispensercup from the cover bg grasping the top and pushing down on the
insideof the cup with gour fingers. Dispensercup will pop free from the cover.
r_To clean the dispenser,soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover inthe
following solution:
[] ! USgallon (3.8liters)warm water
[] !/4 cup (60ml)heavy-duty liquid detergent
[] ! cup (240ml)bleach
r_llf necessarg,loosen buildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking.Do not usea stiff brush;
gou mag roughen the surface of the dispenser.
r_l Rinseand reassembledispenser.Placedispenser back on the agitator.
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Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. GEAppliances.com
WashLoads
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 before adding items sothat the
detergent can work effectively. Usingtoo little or too
much detergent isa common cause of laundry
problems.
Forspots, apply pre-treatment to items as
recommended on the product label. Application
should be made in the basket to prevent overspray
which may cause the coloring on the lid or graphics
to fade.
Youcan use lessdetergent if you havesoft water,
a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
When using high efficiency or concentrated
detergents, consult the product label to determine
amount required for optimum performance.
Excessivedetergent will negatively impact wash
performance.
Loadingthe Washer
Load dry items loosely in the washer basket. When
loading wet items, make sure you set the load/water
level high enough to allow the items to move freely.
Water levelshould just cover the items. To add items
after washer has started, liftthe lid and submerge
additional items next to the agitator.
IDo not wrap long items likesheets or pants
around the agitator.
IDo not wash fabrics containing flammable
materials (waxes,cleaningfluids,etc.).
IWasher will not agitate or spin with the lid up,
however the timer will continue to run.
Care and cleaning of the washer.
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Wash Basket: Leavethe lid open after washing to
allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to cleon
the basket, useacleon soft cloth dampened with
liquid detergent; then rinse.(Donot useharsh or
gritty cleaners.)
FillHoses: GErecommends changing the hoses
every 5 years.
E×terion Immediately wipe off any spills.Wipe
with damp cloth.Try not to hitsurface with
sharp objects.
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.GECARES (800./432.2737). Do not store
the washer where it willbe exposed to the weather.
Long Vocations: Be sure water supply is shut off at
faucets. Drain all water from hoses ifweather will
be below freezing.

Before you call for service...
_roubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.
WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Toomany suds Too much detergent , Heasure gour detergent carefullg. Uselesssoap if gou have
soft water, a smaller load or a lightlg soiled load.
Type of detergent , Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow
instructions on package.
Softwater , Trg lessdetergent.
Water leaks Usingtoo much detergent , Uselessdetergent. Uselesssoap if gou havesoft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightlg soiledload.
Fillhoses or drain hose is , Hake sure hoseconnections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers ore installed.Hake sure end of drain hose
iscorrectlg inserted in and securedto drainfocilitg.
Household drain may , Checkhousehold plumbing. You mug need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose loose , Hake sure drain hoseisfullg seated in back of washer and
that the two retaining screws ore fullg seated.
Drain hose rubs on wall , Hake sure drain hosedoes not make contact with the wall.
Hag cause excessivewear on the hose.
Constant water pressure , Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after
to the fill hoses at the each use.
water source , Checkcondition of the fill hoses;theg should be replaced
everg 5 gears.
Water temperature Cooler water temperatures , New laundrg detergents have beenformulated 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 fullg on and make sure
or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are , Turnoff the water source and remove the water connection
stopped up hoses from the upper back of the washer. Usea brush or
toothpick to clean the screensin the machine. Reconnect
the hosesand turn the water back on.
Housewater heater is , Hake sure housewater heater isdeliveringwater at
not set properly 120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cycle was put in * Resetcgcle.
cycle is complete pausefor over 24 hours
Water won't drain Drain hose is kinked or , Straighten drain hoseand make surewasher isnot
improperly connected sitting on it.
, Topof drain outlet should be lessthan 6ff (1.8m)
above floor.
Washer pauses during This isnormal , Thisis normal.Thewasher alternates between agitate and
wash or rinse cycle soak during these cgclesto get gour clothes cleaner with
lesswear.
Washer pauses during This isnormal , Thewasher mag pauseduring the spin cgcle to remove
spin cycle soapg water more efficientlg.
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OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do
Washer wont operate Washer is unplugged • Makesure cord isplugged securelg into a working outlet.
Water supply isturned off , Turn both hot and cold faucets fullg on.
Controls are not set properly • Checkcontrols.
Lid isopen--safety feature • Closelid and reset cgcle,to the beginning if necessorg.
prevents agitation and
spinning when lid is up
Circuit breaker/fuse is , Checkhousecircuit breakers/fuses.Replacefuses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet.
Timer knob not pulled • Pulltimer knob.
Lid magnet missing , Callfor service.
Movement inside machine Shifting mechanism is , When the machine ismanuallg turned off,the shifter will
when shut off disengaging the motor disengage the motor before completelg shutting down.
If lid israisedbefore the motor isdisengaged, the processwill
stop and will resume when lid isclosed.
Basket seems loose Basket moves or rotates freely , Washer basket does not have a traditional brake. Basket will
move freelg. This is normal.
PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do
Clothes too wet Incorrect spin cycle , Make surethe spincgcle selected matches the load gou are
selected washing.Somefabricswillfeelwetter whenrinsedwith coldwater.
Colored spots Incorrect use offabric , Checkfabric softener package for instructions and follow
softener directions for usingdispenser.
, Make sure gou haveselectedthe FabricSoftener option.
Pretreut stain and rewush.
Dye transfer , Sortwhites or lightlg colored items from dark colors.
Grayed oryellowed Not enough detergent , Use more detergent (especiallgwith larger loads).
clothes Be sureto follow detergent manufacturer's directions.
Hard water , Usea water conditioner likeCalgonbrand or install
a water softener.
Water isnot hot enough , Make surewater heater isdeliveringwater at
120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
Washer isoverloaded • Selectload sizeto match clothes load.
Detergent is not • Add detergent before gou load items.
dissolving
Dye transfer , Sortclothes bg color. Iffabric label states wash separately,
unstable dgesmeg be indicated.
Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried , If gou do not drg gout clotheswith a clothes drger,gour
clothes clothes meg retain more lint.
Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producersfrom lint collectors.
Washing too long • Wash small loadsfor a shorter time than larger loads.
Detergent not dissolving , Add detergent before gou load items.
, Trga liquid detergent.
, Usewarmer water temperature.
Overloading , Load clothes in the washer basket. Adjust load sizebased on
item sizeand material.
, Make sure load sizeselected matches clothes load size.
Incorrect useof fabric
softener , Checkfabric softener package for instructions
and follow directions for using dispenser.
Make sure gou haveselectedthe FabricSoftener option.

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Troubleshooting Tips
PERFORMANCE (contJ Possible Causes What To Do
Pilling Result of normal wear on . Whilethis isnot caused bg the washer,gou can slow the
poly-cotton blends and pilling processbg washing garments insideout.
fuzzy fabrics
Snags, holes, tears, rips
or excessivewear Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp
buttons, belt buckles,
zippers and sharp objects
left in pockets
Fastensnaps,hooks,buttons and zippers.
Removelooseitems like pins,objects in pockets and
sharp buttons.
Turn knits(which snag easilg)inside out.
Undiluted chlorine bleach . Checkbleach package instructions for proper amount.
Never add undiluted bleachto wash or allow clothesto
come in contact with undiluted bleach.
Chemicals like hair bleach or * Rinseitemsthat maUhave chemicals on them before
dye, permanent wave solution washing.
Wrinkling Improper sorting _ Avoid mixing heavg items (likework clothes)with light items
(likeblouses).
TrUa fabric softener.
Overloading or incorrect _ Load gour washer soclothes have enough room to move
water level freelUwith water covering all of the clothes.
Incorrect wash and _ Match Cgcleselectionto the tgpe of fabric gou are washing
dry cycles (especiallgfor easgcare loads).
Repeated washing in _ Wash inwarm or cold water.
water that istoo hot
SOUNDS Possible Causes What To Do
"Metallic clicking" Shifter mechanism is . Thedrive sgstem will engage at the start of agitate and
engaging or disengaging disengage when agitate iscomplete. Thisoccurs multiple
times during the wash.
Back and forth "swoosh" Electric motor reversing . Thismachine has a drive sgstem that doesn't use gears.
or light "clicking" sound direction Thissound isthe motor rotating back and forth to agitate
during agitate gour laundrg.
Quick short agitation Clothing redistribution * Atthe end of agitate, the motor makesshort agitation strokes
sounds at endof agitate to redistribute the load.
"Click" when water Relay switch * Therelag makesa clicksound when activated.Thewater
stops filling levelactivates the relag and stopsfilling.
"Clicking" behind Control Automatic Temperature * Thisvalve mixes in cold and hot water. The"clicking" isthe
Panel during fill Control Valve valve turning on and off.
Water volume changes Automatic Temperature * Thisvalve mixes in cold and hot water. Thesound changes
during fill Control Valve when the valvesare turned on and off.
Motor "whining up" or Motor ramping up/down * Themotor will speed up incrementallg during the spin cgcle.
"coasting down" in spin during spin cycle When spin iscomplete, it will coast until itstops.
"Humming" Water drain pump * Thedrain pump will make a humming soundwhen pumping
out water after agitation stops and continue until spin is
complete.
"Gurgling" Water drain pump _ When the pump starts drawing in air,It starts to gurgle.
Thewasher should then begin spinning and the sound will
continue until it isdone spinning.
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GE Washer Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule 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.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
Any factory specified port of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
During this limited one-year warranty, we will alsoprovide, free of charge, all labor and related
serviceto replacethe defective part.
What Is Not Covered:
[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to use []
the product.
[] Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. []
[] Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or
used for other then the intended purpose or used []
commercially.
[] Replacement of housefuses or resetting of cimuit []
breakers. I
[] Products which are not defective or broken, or which are
working as described in the OwneCs Manual.
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
Inddental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
Defects or damage due to operation in freezing
temperatures.
Damage caused after delivery.
Product not accessible to provide required service.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for aparticular
purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the
USA. Ifthe product is located in an area where service by a GEAuthorized Servicer is not available,you may be responsible for a
trip charge oryou may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GEService location. InAlaska, the warranty excludes the
cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Ifyou 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 GEspecifications.
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. Toknow what your legal rights are, consult your local or
state consumer affairs office oryour state's Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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If gou need to order replacement parts,we recommend that gou onlg useGEfactorg specifiedparts. These
parts are designed to work with gour appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GEspecifications.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper
servicing may cause unsafe operation.
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Instrucciones
de seguridad .................. 2,]
Instrucciones de operuci6n
Ajustes de control ............... 4, 5
C6mo cargar g usar
la lavadora ......................... 7
Cuidado g Iimpieza
de la lavadora ..................... 7
Funciones .......................... 6
Panel de control .................... 4
Consejos puru lu soluci6n
de problemus ................ 8-1o
Soporte al consumidor
Garantia ........................... 11
Soporte al consumidor ............ 12
Escriba el nhmero de modelo
y de serie aqui:
No. de modelo
No. de serie
Puede encontrarlos
bajo la puerta
de la lavadora.
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INFORMACION DESEGURIDAD IIvlPORTANTE.
LEATODASLASINSTRUCCIONESANTES DE USAR.
minimizar el fiesgo de incendio o explosi6n, descarga eldctfica, o para
evitar dahos a la propiedad, lesiones personales, o muerte.
SEGURIDAD DELCALENTADORDEAGUA
En determinadas condiciones, en un calentador de agua que no se haya utilizado durante un minimo
de dos semanas se puede producir gas hidr6geno. El gas hidr6geno puede resultar explosivo en
determinadas circunstancias.
Siel agua caliente no seha utilizado por dossemanaso m6s,prevengala posibilidadde sufrir da_os o lesiones
abriendo todos losgrifosde agua caliente Udejandola correr durante varios minutos. Realiceeste proceso antes
de utilizar cualquier electrodom@sticoque seconecte al sistema de agua caliente. Estesencilloprocedimiento le
permitird liberartodo el gashidr6geno acumulado. Debidoa que el gasesinflamable,no fume ni utilice ninguna
llama o electrodom@sticodurante el proceso.
%INSTALACI()N CORRECTA
La lavadora se debe instalar y colocar correctamente de acuerdo con los instrucciones de instalacidn,
antes de utilizarla. Si no recibi6 la hoja con instrucciones de instalaci6n, puede obtener una
visitando GEAppliances.com o Ilamando al 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2757).
I Instaleo almacenela lavadoraen un lugardonde
no est@expuestaa temperaturas bajo ceroni alas
inclemenciasclimeticas,ya que estopuede provocar
da_osirreversiblese invalidarla garantia.
Conectecorrectamentea tierra la lavadorade
conformidadcon todos losc6digos y ordenanzas
regulatorias.Sigala informaci6nde Instrucciones
de instalaci6n.
Piezasy accesorios
Solidtelos on-line hog mismo a GEAppliances.com,
las 24 horas del dfa o por tel@fonoa1800.626.2002
en horatio normal de trabajo.
NOmerode Pieza Accesorio
WH41XI0207 Hanguera de goma de suministro
de agua de 4 pies
I Estalavadora noincluge manguerasdesuministro
de agua. WX!4X!O005 Hanguera trenzada de suministro
de agua de 4 pies
GErecomienda enf6ticamente el uso de piezas
especificadas de f6brica. A continuaci6n se
encuentra una lista de mangueras de f6brica
disponibles para la compra. Estasmangueras
est6n fabricadas g probadas para cumplir con las
especificaciones de GE.
GErecomienda enf6ticamente el uso de
mangueras nuevasde suministro de agua. Las
mangueras se desgastan con el tiempo y deben
reemplazarse cada 5 ahos para reducir el riesgo de
fallas en lasmangueras y da_os provocados por el
agua.
ZONADELAVADERO
I Hantenga la zona por debajo g alrededor
de sus electrodom6sticos libres de materiales
combustibles como pelusa,papel,trapos,
productos qu[micos,etc.
I Esnecesario vigilar con atenci6n a losnihos
siutilizan la lavadora o seencuentran en las
proximidades. No deje que los nihosjueguen sobre
6ste u otto electrodom6stico, con 61o en suinterior.

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AL UTILIZARLA LAVADORA
I Nunca introduzca las manos en la lavadora I Elprocesode lavado puede reducir eltiempo
mientras 6sta seencuentre en movimiento, previoa la inflamaci6n de lostejidos. Paraevitar
Esperea que la mc_quinase haya detenido par este efecto, siga con atenci6n lasinstruccionesde
completo antes de abrir latapa. lavado y cuidado del fubricante de la prenda.
Utiliceeste
electrodom6sticoi
s61opara eluso
que sedescribe
en estemanual
del propietario, i
No mezcleblanqueadores clorados con amon[aco
o ckidos como vinagre o desoxidantes. Lamezcla
de distintos productos qufmicos puede producir
gasest6xicos que pueden causar la muerte.
No laveni seque prendas que se hagan limpiado,
lavado, empapado o manchado con sustancias
inflamables o explosivas (como cera,aceite,
pintura, gasolina, desengrasantes,disolventes
de limpieza en seco,queroseno, etc.)que puedan
prenderseo explosionar.No arada ninguna de
estassustancias al agua de lavado. Noutilice
ni coloque ninguna de estas sustancias en torno
a la lavadora o la secadora durante el
funcionamiento.
B
B
Paraminimizar la posibilidad de descarga el@ctrica,
desenchufe el electrodom6stico de la corriente o
desconecte la lavadora en el panel de distribuci6n
de la vivienda quitando el fusible o apagando el
interruptor antes de realizarcualquier tarea de
mantenimiento o limpieza.
NOTA:ElIlevar la perilla selectorade ciclo a la
posici6n OFFu oprimir PAUSENOdesconeda
el eledrodomdstico de la alimentaci6n.
Nointente en ningOncaso utilizar la lavadora
si est@darada, funciona incorrectamente, est@
parcialmente desmontada, lefaltan piezaso
algunas estc_nrotas, incluidosel cable o el enchufe.
CUANDO NO ESTEEN USO
II
B
CierrelasIlavesde paso para reducir la presi6n
de lastuberfas y lasvc_lvulas,y minimizar lasfugas
en caso de que se produzca una rotura o grieta.
Compruebe el estado de las mangueras de Ilenado;
GErecomienda el cambio de las mangueras cada
5 arias.
Antes de deshacersede una lavadora o de
desecharla,quite la puerta de la lavadora para
evitar que losniros seescondan en su interior.
it Nointente reparar ni sustituir ninguna piezade
este electrodom6stico, a menos que se recomiende
de manera expl[cita en el manual del propietario
o en instrucciones publicadas de uso g reparaci6n
que sean comprensiblesg que pueda realizar usted.
it Nomanipule loscontroles.
LEAYSIGAESTAINFORtVlACION
DESEGURIDADCUIDADOSAfVlENTE.
CONSERVE ESTASINSTRUCCIONES

Panel de control-para modelos que empieza con una perilla.
Paso 1
7
. Agregue el detergente
. Agregue el suavizante
diluido len modelos
con dosificador para
suavizantel
Paso 3
@
02 • Seleccione el tama6o de carga y
. Agregue los prendas, otras opciones de lavado
• Seleccione el ciclo de lavado
Paso 4
. Cierre la puerta
Tire la perJlla
LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE SETTINGS
Controles
Tamaflo de cargo
Agregue los prendas sin apretar en el tambor de la lavadora. Sobrecargar eltambor puede producir un impacto
negativo en el desempe_o de lavado. A]usteeltamaho de la cargo segL]ncorresponda.
Temperatura
Seleccionela temperatura del agua para losciclos de lavado g enjuague,Cuando realiceel lavado, observe
siempre lasinstrucciones o r6tulos de cuidados delfabricante del tejido.
Configuraciones
Suavizante de telas
Cuando use el dosificador de suavizante de telas, usted debe seleccionar esta opci6n.
Opci6n de enjuague limpio
Cuando seutiliza detergente o blanqueador extra para limpiar prendas mug sucias,quizds deba usarse la
opci6n de segundo enjuague. Brindaun segundo enjuague en fr[o mejorado.
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Ciclo de lavado--perilla selectora del ciclo
Elgr6fico de abajo le ayudar6 a combinar la configuraci6n del ciclo de lavado con su ropa. Elgr6fico est6 ordenado
desde el ciclo m6s largo al m6s corto e intensidad de lavado,
Su lavadora no puede tener todos estos ciclos,(Losciclos varian segL_nel modelo.)
PREWASH(PRELAVADO)Paraeliminar la suciedad superficial de prendas mug sucias.Aseg@esede seguircon un ciclo
de lavado reqular.
COTTONS(ALGODONES}o WHITES(ROPABLANCA)(LAVADOCOHON/CENTRIFUGADOR_,PIDO}Paraprendas, ropa
de cama, de trabujo g dejuego de algod6n mug o medianamente sucias.
EASYCARE(CUIDADOF_,CIL}(LAVADOSUAVE/CENTRIFUGADOR_,PIDO}Paraprendas sin arrugas g con planchado
permanente g ropa de punto.
DELICATES(DELICADAS}{LAVADOSUAVE/CENTRIFUGADOLENTO}Pararopa interior g telas que requieren cuidados
especialescon suciedad levea normal.
DRAIN+ SPIN(CENTRIFUGADOR_,PIDO}Paraenjuagar r6pidamente clara,transpiraci6n, manchas, etc. de las prendas.
15 MIN. /30 MIN. AUTOSOAK(REMOJOAUTOMATICODE15 MIN. /30 MIN.) Para prendas mug sucias. Iniciacon
agitaci6n, remo_ per[ado de tiempo determinado, luecloavanza autom6ticamente par el testa del ciclo.
2ND RINSE(ENJUAGUESEGUNDO)Brinda un segundo enjuague autom6tico para remover par completo detergente g
blanctueadorde susprendas.
FABRICSOFTENER(SUAVlZANTEDETELAS)Activa el ciclo del dosificador del SUAVIZANTEDETELAS.
Embudo para el blanqueador liquido
ElIlenadode agua diluge el blanqueador I[quidocon clara a medida que seva Ilenando para
el ciclo de lavado.
rll Lea lasetiquetasde cuidado de lasprendas para determinar sihag instruccionesespeciales.
ivlidala cantidad de blanqueador liquido con todo cuidado siguiendo las instruccionesde
r21 la botella.
INo vierta nunca blanqueador liquido conclara sin diluir directamente sabre la ropa ni
en el cestade lavado.
INo vierta blanqueador en polvo en el embudo del blanqueador.
r_lAntes de encender la lavadora,vierta la cantidad medida de blanqueador directamente
en el embudo. Evitesalpicar o Ilenarel dosificador en exceso.Siprefiere usar blanqueador
en polvo, agr6guelo en el cesta de lavado con su detergente.
INomezcleblanqueadorconclaraconamoniacoodcidoscomavinagmy/o removedorde
6xido.Lamezcladeqdmicosdistintospuedeproducirungast6xicoquecausela muerte.
Pr_ untasFrecuentes
P:_LCu61es la diferencia entre lasconfiguraciones Heavg (fuerte)g Light (suave)?
R:Para Cottons (algodones),el tiempo de agitaci6n de lavado aumenta en 10 minutos g para EasgCare(cuidado
sencillo)en 6 1/2minutos. (Lostiempos son aproximados).
P:_LCu61es la diferencia entre Regular(comL]n)g Gentle(suave)?
R:ComL_nsignifica que la lavadora realizar6 la agitaci6n con intensidad normal durante el ciclo de lavado. Elciclo
suave brinda un lavado m6s suave g velocidades menores.
P:_LQu#ciclo esel mejor para prendas mug sucias?
R:ElcicloAlgodones poseela magor intensidad de lavado. Esteciclo ofrecela mejor limpiezatotal. ElcicloCuidado
Sencillodebe usarsepara prendas libres de arrugas g planchado permanente.
P:_LC6mopuedo reducir la producci6n de pelusa?
R:Separelascargas de lavado par el tipo de tela g par sijuntan pelusa(velvet6n,corderog)o producen pelusa (telade
toalla, felpilla).Lavecargas pequeBasdurante per[odosde tiempo menos prolongados.
P:_LCu6ntodetergente debo usar?
R:Para un mejor desempeBo,siempre siga lasinstrucciones de usadel fabricante del detergente, iVluchosdetergentes
sonconcentrados, asf que debe consultarse la etiqueta del producto g respetarselas I[neasmarcadas de lastazas de
medici6n del detergente. Unacantidad excesivade detergente puede tenet un impacto negativo en el desempeho de
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Funciones de la lavadora.
La tapa de! agitador odosificador de! suavizante (dependiendo del modelo)
La tapa del agitador entra en la partesuperiordelagitador.Sisesaleaccidentalmente,
simplementevuelvaa colocarla ensu lugar.
Dosificador de suavizante de telas (dependiendo del modelo)
Eldosificador de suavizante de telas libera
autom@ticamente elsuavizante Ifquido para
telas. Configurar la perilla garantiza la
dosificaci6n en el momento adecuado.
r31 Agregue agua al dosificador hasta que
Ileguea la Ifneade Ilenadom@ximo.
No detenga la lavadora olevante la tapa
durante el primer centfifugado. Esto har(_
que el dosificador se vade muv pronto.
Para usarlo, siga estos pasos:
r_l Aseg0resede que eldosificador est6
bien adherido al agitador.
r_l Utilices61osuavizante de telas Ifquido
diluido.Vi_rtalo en el dosificador,
utilizando la cantidad recomendada en el
paquete.
Nunca vierta suavizante de telas
directamente sobre la ropa. Estas podrian
mancharse..
No vierta nada en el agitador si se retira la
tapa del agitador o el dosificador.
r_ Seleccionela perilla de configuraci6n de
SUAVIZANTEDETELASpara activar el
ciclo.
Nora: Elsuavizante de telas no sedosificarc_
sila perilla seencuentra en la posici6n "OFF"
(apagado).
Separe para la limpieza
Limpieza del dosificador de suavizante (enalgunos modelos)
r_l Retireel dosificador de la parte superior del agitador.
r21 Separela taza dosificadora de la cubierta tomando la parte superior g empujando con sus
dedos hacia abajo,en el interior de lataza. Latazadosificadora se liberarc_de la cubierta.
r_ Para limpiarel dosificador,remojela taza g la cubierta dosificadoraen lasiguientesoluci6n:
[] ! galan (3,8litros)de agua caliente
[] !/4 taza (60ml)de detergenteIiquido reforzado
[] ! taza (240ml)de blanqueador
r41 si esnecesario,reduzca la acumulaci6n con un paho suave g limpio despu6s del remojo.
No utilice un cepilloduro; podr[a dahar la superficie del dosificador.
r_ Enjuague g vuelva a montar el dosificador. Vuelvaa colocarlo sobre el agitador.
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C6mo cargar yusar ia iavadora.
Siempre siga /as instrucciones de/fobricante de/a ropa cuando lave. GEAppliances.com
Se araci6nde car as
Separe por color (blancos,claros,colores),nivel de
suciedad,tipo de tela (algodonesrSsticos,limpieza
f6cil,delicados) g si latela produce pelusa (telade
toalla, felpilla)o junta pelusa(terciopelo,pana).
Usocorrectodeldetergente
Agregue eldetergente antes de colocar lasprendas
para que el detergente pueda funcionar en forma
efectiva.Usar mug poca o mucha cantidad de
detergente esuna causa com0n de problemas de
lavado.
Para tratar manchas, aplique pretratamiento a los
prendas segOn se recomienda en la etiqueta del
producto. La aplicaci6n debe realizarse en el tambor
para evitar una pulverizaci6n excesiva que podria
provocar que los colores de la tapa o de los gr6ficos
pierdan su intensidad.
Youcan uselessdetergent ifgou have soft water,
a smaller load or a lightlg soiledload.
Cuando utilice detergentes de alta eficiencia o
concentrados, consulte la etiqueta del producto para
determinar la cantidad requerida para un
desempe_o 6ptimo. Una cantidad excesiva de
detergente puede tenet un impacto negativo en el
desempeho de lavado.
delalavadoro
(_'_ Agregue las pr_nda_ secassinapret_r en el tambor
N/,' v de la lavadora. Cuando cargue prendas h0medas,
v asegOresede establecer el nivelde agua/carga Io
suficientemente alto para que las prendas se
muevan con libertad. Elnivelde agua apenas debe
cubrir la ropa. Paraagregar prendasdespu6s de que
la lavadora haga arrancado, levante la puerta g
sumerja las prendas adicionalesjunto al agitador.
INo envuelvaprendaslargas como sdbanas
o pantalones alrededor del agitador.
INo lavetelas que contengan materiales inflamables
(como cera,Iiquidoslimpiadores,etc.).
ILa lavadora no realizard la acci6n de agitado o el
centrifugado con la tapa levantada,sin embargo el
temporizador continuard funcionando.
Cuidado y limpieza de la lavadora.
Cestode luvudo: Dejela tapa abierta despu_sde
lavar para que seevapore la humedad. Sidesea
limpiar el cesto, useun pa_o suave g limpio
empapado en detergente liquido;luego enju6guelo.
(Nouse limpiadores duros.)
Munguerus de Ilenudo: GErecomienda el cambio
de lasmangueras cada 5 ahos.
Exterior: Sequelosderrames de inmediato. S6quelos
con un paBo hSmedo.Evitegolpear la superficie con
objetos cortantes.
Traslado y ulmacenamiento: Pfdaleal t@cnico
de servicioque elimine elagua de la bomba g las
mangueras. Consultelas instruccionesde instalaci6n
que se inclugencon el producto para recibir
informaci6n sobre c6mo reinstalar lavarilla de
embarque para mantener el cesto metSlico
estacionario cuando secambie la lavadora de lugar.
Para magor informaci6n, visite GEAppliances.com o
Ilame al 800.GS.CARES(800/G2.2737).No guarde la
lavadora donde pudiera quedar expuesta alas
condiciones clim@ticas.
Vucuciones prolongudus: AsegSresede cerrar la
provisi6n de agua en losgrifos.Drenetoda el agua
de las mangueras sila temperatura Ilegar6a valores
inferiores a cero.

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AGUA Causas posibles Qu6 hacer
Demasiada espuma Demasiade detergente . ivlidael detergente con cuidado.Usemenosjab6n sitiene ague
blanda, una carga m6s liviana o rope pace sucia.
TOo de detergente . Cambie a una marca de detergente que haga menos espuma
g siga las instruccionesen el envase.
Ague blonde . Pruebecon menos detergente.
Fugas de ague Demesiedo detergente . Usemenos detegente. Usemenos jab6n sitiene agua blanda,
en la lavadera una carga m6s liviana o ropa pace sucia.
Lomanguera de Ilenade . Aseg6resede que lasconexionesde la manguera est6n firmes
o la de desagiJe est6 mal en losgrifos gque lasarandelas de game est6n instaladas.
conectada Aseg6resede que el extreme de la manguera de desagOe
est6 insertado come corresponde g bien seguro al desag0e.
EldesagLiede lacaseest6tapode • Examinelatuberfade la casa.Tendr6que Ilamar alfontanero.
Menguera de desagiJe floje . Aseg6resede que la manguera de desag0e est6 bien
colocada en la parte trasera de la lavadora g que losdos
tornillos de retenci6n seencuentren firmemente instalados.
Lamanguere de desagiJe . Aseg6resede que la manguera de desag0e no haga
reza la pared contacto con la pared.Estopuede provocar un desgaste
excesivo en la manguera.
Presi6n de ague constente . Ajuste lasmangueras a losgrifos g cierre el agua despu6s
e las monguems de Ilenado de cada use.
en la fuente de ague . Verifique la condici6n de las mangueras de Ilenado;sedeben
reemplazar cada 5 ahos.
La temperature del ague Temperatures m6s fries . Sehan formulado nuevos detergentes para colada que
parece incerrecta del ague prepordenen trabajan con temperaturas m6sif[as del agua sinafectar
mayor eficiencie energ_tico el rendimiento del lavado.
Leprevisi6n de ague est6 . Abra los grifos de agua caliente g fr[a g aseg0rese de que
cerrodo o mol conectodo las mangueras est6n conectadas a losgrifos correctos,
Losfiltros de mella de . Cierrela fuente de agua g retire lasmangueras de conexi6nde
Iov61vula de ague est6n agua de la parte superiortraserade la lavadora.Useun cepilloo
tepedes mondadientes para limpiar losfiltros de malla de la lavadora.
Vuelvaa conectar las mangueras g abra el agua de nuevo.
Elcolentedor de ague de . Aseg6resede que el calentador est6 suministrando agua
Io case no est6 configurede a 120°F-140°F(48°C-60°C).
cerrectemente
Ague bombeada antes Lepuerte est6 levantado o , Reconfigureel ciclo.
de cempletarse el cicle el ciclo se puse en pause per
m6s de 24 heros
El agua ne drena Lamanguere de desagLie . Enderecela manguera de desag0e g aseg6resede que
est6 doblede o mol conectode la lavadora no est6 apogada sabreella.
Laparte superiorde la salida del desag0e debe estar
a menos de 6 pies(1,8m)per encima del piso.
La lavadora seinterrumpe Seeligi6 el ciclo PREWASHo . Estoes normal. La lavadora alterna entre agitar g remojer
durante el cicle de lavade le epci6n AUTOSOAK durante estosciclos para que sus prendas selimpien meier
con menos desgaste.
La lavadore seinterrumpe Estoes normal . Lalavadora puede hacer pausas durante el ciclo de
durante el cicle de centrifugado para eliminar elagua jabonosa con m6s
centrifugade eficiencia.
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