GE GTWN5450DWW User manual

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Owner’s Manual
Washers
49-90471 02-13 GE
Safety Instructions ..........2,3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
oftheWasher......................7
ControlPanel ...................... 4
ControlSettings .................4–6
Features...........................7
Loading and Using
theWasher........................8
Troubleshooting Tips.......9–11
Consumer Support
Consumer Support................14
Warranty..........................13
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of
fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss
of life.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used
for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.
If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning
on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance
which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape.
Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.
PROPER INSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by
visiting GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as lint,
paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used
by or near children. Do not allow children to play on,
with or inside this or any other appliance.
Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather, which could cause permanent damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Properly ground washer to conform with all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation
Instructions.
To ensure proper installation, run two small load size
Speed Wash cycles BEFORE washing the first load.
This washer does not include water supply hoses.
GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified
parts. A list of factory hoses available for purchase
are listed below. These hoses are manufactured and
tested to meet GE specifications.
GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply
hoses. Hoses degrade over time and need to be
replaced every 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failures
and water damage.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEAppliancesparts.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 Water Supply Hoses
WX10X10011 Tide®Washing Machine Cleaner*
WX7X1 Washer Floor Tray
* Tide®is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble.

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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
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WHEN USING THE WASHER
Never reach into the washer while it is moving. Wait
until the machine has completely stopped before
opening the lid.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing different
chemicals can produce a toxic gas which may cause
death.
Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned
in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with combustible
or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint,
gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene,
etc.). These substances give off vapors that may
ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the
wash water. Do not use or place these substances
around your washer or dryer during operation.
The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy
of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the
garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions.
To minimize the 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: Turning the Cycle Selector Knob to an off
position, pressing Power or pressing Start/Pause does
NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is
damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or
has missing or broken parts, including a damaged
cord or plug.
WHEN NOT IN USE
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.
Before discarding a washer, or removing it from
service, remove the washer lid to prevent children
from hiding inside.
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
this appliance unless specifically recommended in
this Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills
to carry out.
Do not tamper with the controls.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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• Add fabric softener (on models
with a fabric softener dispenser);
see page 6 for details
• Add detergent. GE recommends
the use of High Efficiency
detergents in all Energy
Star-rated washers.
Step 2
• Select wash cycle
• Select wash options,
including Fabric
Softener option
• Select Options
Auto
Soak
Extra
Rinse
Fabric
Softener Signal
Delay Wash
Hold 3 secs
to Cancel Delay
Soil SpinTemp
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Load Size
Step 3
• Press Start
Step 4
• Loosely add items around infusor ™ .
Overloading may negatively
impact wash performance. Adjust
the load size accordingly.
• Close lid
NOTE: Washer will not start to fill
with lid open
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Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob
The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the Cycle Selector knob after
starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection. Press Start to begin the new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.
eWash* Use eWash to save energy on specific wash cycles. eWash cannot be used on %DVNHW&OHDQ,
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Cold Care* Cycle changes to the most energy efficient settings.
Whites For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. This cycle provides the best overall
cleaning and should be used for most everyday items. Provides regular wash and high speed spin.
Colors* or For heavy to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. This cycle provides the best overall
Normal/Light Colors* cleaning and should be used for most everyday items.
'DUN Colors* For non-colorfast dark cottons and blends. Provides gentle wash with periods of soak and wash followed by a high
speed spin.
Perm. Press* For wrinkle-free and permanent press items and knits. Provides gentle wash with periods of soak and low
speed spin.
Delicates
For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provides extra gentle wash and low speed spin.
Jeans*
For washing medium to lightly soiled jeans. Provides gentle wash and high speed spin. ( For heavily soiled work
jeans, use Whites/Heavy cycle.)
Hand Wash For items labeled hand washable with light soils. Provides a super gentle wash and an extra low speed spin.
Towels/Sheets*Provides periods of agitation and soak tailored for washing towels and sheets. Provides regular wash and high
speed spin.
Heavy Duty*An above normal cycle for heavily soiled or stained clothes. A soak cycle is added and the agitate cycle is
extended for extra cleaning. This more aggressive cycle should be used sparingly.
Speed Wash*
For small loads of lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Provides regular wash and high speed spin.
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laundry
while using %DVNHW&OHDQ. The laundry may become damaged or contaminated. See the Care and
Cleaning section.
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Drain & Spin For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. Provides a high speed spin.
* On some models
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This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically. On
some models, this option is located on the Cycle Selector knob.
Extra Rinse
When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, use the Extra Rinse option to better remove additional residues.
Fabric Softener/Deep Rinse
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer or to select the enhanced Deep Rinse.
NOTE: Do not use fabric softener dispensing balls with this washer. They do not work correctly in high efficiency washers.
Delay Wash
On some models, as the Delay Wash pad is repeatedly pressed, the delay time sets to 30 minutes, 1 hour, 3 hours, 6 hours, 9 hours, and
back to clear (0 minutes).
On other models, as the Delay Wash pad is repeatedly pressed, the delay time sets to 2 hours, 4 hours, 8 hours, and back to clear (0 hours).
For all models, if the Delay Wash pad is pressed for 3 seconds, it clears (regardless of the delay time).
Signal
Use the Signal pad to change the volume of the end of cycle signal. Press the pad until you reach the desired volume or off.
Settings Individual settings for agitation (Soil), water temperature (Temp), and spin (Spin) can be set from the minimum (lowest in
column) to maximum (highest in column). In general, the higher up the column, the more energy will be used.
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Load Size
– For convenience, best performance and optimal efficiency, select PreciseFill. This selection automatically provides the correct amount of water suited to
the size and type of load placed in the unit. NOTE:
The washer will not fill with water when PreciseFill is selected if the lid is opened.
– If you prefer to manually select the water level, depress the Load Size button to highlight the desired selection. While PreciseFill is best for most loads
and general washing, you may want to manually select the load size for specialty items such as bulky, lightweight comforters or pillows, where you
want to ensure a larger water level is applied. Manual load size selections should be made for wet items placed in the washer, such as soaked towels or
garments.
– Some models are equipped with a “Deep Fill” setting. This is ideal for washing bulky items or when a maximum water level is desired.
Power Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into idle mode.
NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Start Press Start to begin the cycle. NOTE: The lid must be closed for the washer to fill and the cycle to start. Pressing Start again will
Pause the cycle and the Cycle indicator light will blink.
To continue the cycle, press Start again or close the lid. If machine is paused more than 24 hours, the cycle will be cancelled. To stop the
cycle, hold the pad for 3 seconds. If water remains in the machine, select the Drain & Spin cycle to drain tub and spin water out of the
washer tub.
Raising the lid will stop agitation or spin action but does not pause the cycle.
eWash (on some models) - When the eWash pad is pressed, the cycle changes to its most energy efficient settings. The eMonitor
lights will now illuminate to indicate the relative efficiency of the modified cycle.
Display (on some models) - The display shows 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.
In addition, this display will, “scroll” the washer status:
• bALANCING Start of rebalancing cycle to redistribute clothes. Stops after rebalancing is complete.
• dELAY When Delayed Wash is initiated. Replaced with estimated time when cycle starts.
• End End of current cycle.
• FILL For the first 45 seconds of a fill, the estimated end of cycle time is displayed. For the rest of the fill time, “FILL” is scrolled
until the fill completes.
• LID Cycle stopped because lid is open. Close the lid.
• PAUSE Cycle paused because the Start/Pause pad was pressed and the washer was set to Pause. Press Start pad again to
restart the cycle.
Indicator lights Five LED lights indicate the current washer status moving from left to right as the cycle progresses.
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Controls (Cont.)

The agitator cap fits into the top of the agitator.
If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back
on.
The fabric softener dispenser automatically
releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time
during the cycle.
Do not stop the washer or raise the lid during
the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to
empty too soon.
To use, follow these steps:
1Make sure dispenser is securely attached to
agitator.
2Use only liquid diluted fabric softener. Pour
into dispenser, using amount recommended
on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes.
It may stain them.
3Add water to dispenser until it reaches the
maximum fill line.
Select Fabric Softener or Deep Rinse to
activate the cycle.
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Separate for cleaning
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
1Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.
2Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the
inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover.
3To clean the dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following
solution:
 1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water
 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy-duty liquid detergent
 1 cup (240 ml) bleach
4If necessary, loosen buildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiff brush; you
may roughen the surface of the dispenser.
5Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.
The Fabric Softener Dispenser
Liquid Bleach Funnel
The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle.
1Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
2Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
 Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
 Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
3Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel. Avoid
splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into the wash
basket with your detergent.
 Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover.
Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
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Do not pour anything into the
agitator if the agitator cap or
dispenser is removed.
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NormalCasuals ColorsPerm. Press
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Towels / Sheets
Heavy Duty
Speed Wash
Delicates Whites
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Quick Rinse
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Extra
Rinse
Auto
Soak
Fabric
Softener
Cold Care
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Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting Wash Loads
Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type
(sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the
fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille) or collects lint
(velveteen, corduroy).
Proper Use of Detergent
Loading the Washer
Load dry items loosely in the washer basket. For best
results, load items evenly and loosely around the
outside of the basket. To add items after washer has
started, lift the lid and submerge additional items
around the outside of the basket.
Do not place large items across the Infusor™. Load
them around the outside of the basket.
Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials
(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid up,
however the timer will continue to run.
Add detergent before adding items so that the
detergent can work effectively. Using too little or
too much detergent is a common cause of laundry
problems.
For spots, apply pre-treatment to items as
recommended on the product label. Application
should be made in the basket to prevent overspray
which may cause the coloring on the lid or graphics to
fade.
You can use less detergent if you have soft 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. Excessive
detergent will negatively impact wash performance.
:DVK%DVNHW Leave the lid open after washing to allow
moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the basket, use
a clean, soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent; then
rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)
Fill Hoses: GE recommends changing the hoses every 5
years.
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp
cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.
Interior: The occasional use of a cycle that contains bleach
will keep the inside of the washer clean.
Glass Lid (on some models):Use a clean, soft cloth
dampened with a vinegar and water solution.
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove
water from drain pump and hoses. See the Installation
Instructions packed with product for information on how
to reinstall the shipping rod to keep the tub stationary
when moving the washer. For more information, visit
GEAppliances.com or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the
weather.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at
faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below
freezing.
Care and cleaning of the washer.

WATER Possible Causes What To Do
Water level seems low This is normal • Water may not cover the top level of the clothes.
This is normal for this high-efficiency washer.
Water fills and drains Drain stand pipe is too low • The drain stand pipe must be above 30”.
at the same time
Too many suds Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have
soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Soft water • Try less detergent.
:DWHUOHDNV Using too much detergent • Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have soft water,
in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent.
Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and
improperly connected rubber washers are installed. Make sure end of drain hose
is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call
be clogged a plumber.
Drain hose is loose • Make sure drain hose is fully seated in back of washer and
that the two retaining screws are fully seated.
Drain hose rubs on wall • Make sure drain hose does not make contact with the wall.
May cause excessive wear on the hose.
Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after
to the fill hoses at the each use.
water source • Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced
every 5 years.
Water temperature Cooler water temperatures • New laundry detergents have been formulated to work
seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash
efficiency performance.
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets.
Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the water connection
stopped up hoses from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or
toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect
the hoses and turn the water back on.
Cool/Cold water when • This is normal. PerfecTemp senses water temperature and
selecting Hot optimizes for best results. Cold water is added periodically
when hot is selected.
House water heater is • Make sure house water heater is delivering water at
not set properly 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cycle was put in • Reset cycle.
cycle is complete pause for over 24 hours
Water won’t drain Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.
improperly connected • Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m) above floor.
Washer pauses during The $XWR6RDN Option • This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and
wash cycle was chosen soak during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with
less wear.
Washer pauses during This is normal • The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove
spin cycle soapy water more efficiently.
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.
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OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do
Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.
Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
Controls are not set properly • Check controls.
/LGLVRSHQ³VDIHW\IHDWXUe • Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary.
prevents agitation and
spinning when lid is up
Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should have a separate outlet.
Electronics need to be reset • Unplug washer, wait 2 minutes, plug back in and press START.
START was not pressed • Press START.
Lid magnet missing • Call for service.
Time not shown Unit filling • This is normal. Estimated time remaining is updated during
on display fill time.
Movement inside machine Shifting mechanism is •When the machine is manually turned off, the shifter will
when shut off disengaging the motor
disengage the motor before completely shutting down.
If lid is raised before the motor is disengaged, it will resume
when lid is closed.
%DVNHWVHHPVORRVH Basket moves or rotates freely • Washer basket does not have a traditional brake. Basket will
move freely. This is normal.
PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do
Clothes too wet Incorrect cycle selected. • Make sure the cycle selected matches the load you are
washing. Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water.
Wash load out of balance •
Redistribute load in washer and run through Drain & Spin cycle.
Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric • Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow
softener directions for using dispenser.
• Make sure you have selected the Fabric Softener option.
• Pretreat stain and rewash.
Dye transfer • Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Grayed or yellowed Detergent amount • Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer’s directions.
clothes Hard water •Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install
a water softener.
Water is not hot enough • Make sure water heater is delivering water at
120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Washer is overloaded • Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. Adjust load size based
on item size and material. For best results, load items around the
outside of the basket.
Detergent is not dissolving • Add detergent before you load items.
Dye transfer • Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately,
unstable dyes may be indicated.
Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried • If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer, your
clothes clothes may retain more lint.
Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
Washing too long • Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads.
Detergent not dissolving • Add detergent before you load items.
• Try a liquid detergent.
• Use warmer water temperature.
Overloading • Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. Adjust load size based
on item size and material. For best results, load items around the
outside of the basket.
Incorrect use of fabric • Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow
softener directions for using dispenser.
• Make sure you have selected the Fabric Softener option.
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PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do
Pilling Result of normal wear on • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the
poly-cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out.
fuzzy fabrics
Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers.
or excessive wear buttons, belt buckles, • Remove loose items like pins, objects in pockets and
zippers and sharp objects sharp buttons.
left in pockets • Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out.
Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check bleach package instructions for proper amount.
• Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to
come in contact with undiluted bleach.
Chemicals like hair bleach or • Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before
dye, permanent wave solution washing.
:ULQNOLQJ Improper sorting • Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with light items
(like blouses).
• Try a fabric softener.
Overloading or incorrect •
Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. Adjust load size based
water level on item size and material.
Incorrect wash and • Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric you are washing
dry cycles (especially for easy care loads).
Repeated washing in • Wash in warm or cold water.
water that is too hot
SOUNDS Possible Causes Reason
´0HWDOOLFFOLFNLQJµ Shifter mechanism is • The drive system will engage at the start of agitate and
engaging or disengaging disengage when agitate is complete. This occurs multiple
times during the wash.
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RUOLJKW´FOLFNLQJµVRXQG direction This sound is the motor rotating back and forth to clean
during agitate your laundry.
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sounds at end of agitate to redistribute the load.
´&OLFNµZKHQZDWHU Relay switch • The relay makes a click sound when activated. The water
stops filling level activates the relay and stops filling.
´&OLFNLQJµEHKLQG&RQWURO Automatic Temperature • Two valves mix cold and hot water. The “clicking” is when either
Panel during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raise or lower the fill water temperature.
Water flow changes Automatic Temperature • Two valves mix cold and hot water. The flow changes when either
during fill Control Valve valve turns on or off to raise or lower the fill water temperature.
Motor “whining up” or Motor ramping up/down • The motor will speed up incrementally during the spin cycle.
“coasting down” in spin during spin cycle When spin is complete, it will coast until it stops.
“Humming” Water drain pump • The drain pump will make a humming sound when pumping
out water after agitation stops and continue until spin is complete.
“Gurgling” Water drain pump • When the pump starts drawing in air, It starts to gurgle.
The washer should then begin spinning and the sound will
continue until it is done spinning.
Water “swishing” This is normal • This washer uses a Infusor™ wash action. Water swishing while
the unit is agitating is normal, especially with smaller loads.
Washer is noisy Washer is uneven • To level the front of the washer, adjust the front leveling legs by
rotating the individual leg in the proper direction for up
or down. To level the back of the washer, lift the back
of the machine 4” (11 cm) and set down.
Shipping rod is still assembled • To remove the shipping rod from the washer, pull the yellow tag
in the unit and remove the attached rod from the bottom right hand side of
the washer.
Troubleshooting Tips
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All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or
an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule service,
on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number
available when calling for service.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year Any factory specified part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related
original purchase service to replace the defective part.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the
USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip
charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost
of shipping or service calls to your home.
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use GE factory specified parts. These parts are designed to
work with your appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GE specifications.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or
state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
Products which are not defective or broken, or which are
working as described in the Owner’s Manual.
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or
acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
Defects or damage due to operation in freezing
temperatures.
Damage caused after delivery.
Product not accessible to provide required service.
What Is Not Covered:
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain
service under the warranty.
GE Washer Warranty.
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Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,
are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

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Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any
day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order
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Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your
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of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental
abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas
for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC
(800.833.4322).
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Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty
is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. GE
Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.
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(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at
800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use GE factory specified parts. These
parts are designed to work with your appliance and are manufactured and tested to meet GE specifications.
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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including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations
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enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.
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Manual del
propietario
Lavadoras
49-90471 02-13 GE
Instrucciones
de seguridad..................2,3
Instrucciones de operación
Ajustesdecontrol ...............4–6
Cómo cargar y usar
lalavadora.........................8
Cuidado y limpieza
de la lavadora. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Funciones..........................7
Panel de control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Consejos para la solución
de problemas................9–11
Soporte al consumidor
Garantía ..........................13
Soportealconsumidor............14
Escriba el número de modelo
y de serie aquí:
No. de modelo _____________
No. de serie _______________
Puede encontrarlos
bajo la puerta
de la lavadora.
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INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTE.
LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR.
¡ADVERTENCIA!
Por su seguridad, debe seguir las indicaciones de este manual para minimizar
el riesgo de incendio o explosión, descarga eléctrica, o para evitar daños a la
propiedad, lesiones personales, o muerte.
SEGURIDAD DEL CALENTADOR DE AGUA
En determinadas condiciones, en un calentador de agua que no se haya utilizado durante un mínimo
de dos semanas se puede producir gas hidrógeno. El gas hidrógeno puede resultar explosivo en
determinadas circunstancias.
Si el agua caliente no se ha utilizado por dos semanas o más, prevenga la posibilidad de sufrir daños o lesiones
abriendo todos los grifos de agua caliente y dejándola correr durante varios minutos. Realice este proceso antes
de utilizar cualquier electrodoméstico que se conecte al sistema de agua caliente. Este sencillo procedimiento le
permitirá liberar todo el gas hidrógeno acumulado. Debido a que el gas es inflamable, no fume ni utilice ninguna
llama o electrodoméstico durante el proceso.
INSTALACIÓN CORRECTA
La lavadora se debe instalar y colocar correctamente de acuerdo con las instrucciones de instalación, antes
de utilizarla.
Si no recibió la hoja con instrucciones de instalación, puede obtener una visitando
GEAppliances.com o llamando al 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
ZONA DE LAVADERO
Mantenga la zona por debajo y alrededor de sus
electrodomésticos libres de materiales combustibles
como pelusa, papel, trapos, productos químicos, etc.
Es necesario vigilar con atención a los niños si utilizan
la lavadora o se encuentran en las proximidades.
No deje que los niños jueguen sobre éste u otro
electrodoméstico, con él o en su interior.

Instale o almacene la lavadora en un lugar donde
no esté expuesta a temperaturas bajo cero ni a las
inclemencias climáticas, ya que esto puede provocar
daños irreversibles e invalidar la garantía.
 Conecte correctamente a tierra la lavadora de
conformidad con todos los códigos y ordenanzas
regulatorias. Siga la información de Instrucciones de
instalación.
Para asegurar una instalación adecuada, deje
correr dos ciclos de Speed Wash (Lavado Rápido)
con tamaño de carga pequeña ANTES de realizar el
primer lavado.
Esta lavadora no incluye mangueras de suministro de
agua.
GE recomienda enfáticamente el uso de piezas
especificadas de fábrica. A continuación se encuentra
una lista de mangueras de fábrica disponibles para
la compra. Estas mangueras están fabricadas y
probadas para cumplir con las especificaciones de
GE.
GE recomienda enfáticamente el uso de mangueras
nuevas de suministro de agua. Las mangueras se
desgastan con el tiempo y deben reemplazarse cada 5
años para reducir el riesgo de fallas en las mangueras y
daños provocados por el agua.
Piezas y accesorios
Solicítelos on-line hoy mismo a GEAppliancesparts.
com, las 24 horas del día o por teléfono al 800.626.2002
en horario normal de trabajo.
Número de Pieza Accesorio
PM14X10002 Mangueras de goma de
suministro de agua de 4 pies
O
PM14X10005 Mangueras trenzada de
suministro de agua de 4 pies
WX10X10011 Limpiador Tide® para Lavadoras*
WX7X1 Bandeja del Piso de la Lavadora
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Utilice este
electrodoméstico
sólo para el uso
que se describe
en este manual
del propietario.
AL UTILIZAR LA LAVADORA
Nunca introduzca las manos en la lavadora mientras
ésta se encuentre en movimiento. Espere a que la
máquina se haya detenido por completo antes de
abrir la tapa.
No mezcle blanqueadores clorados con amoníaco o
ácidos como vinagre o desoxidantes. La mezcla de
distintos productos químicos puede producir gases
tóxicos que pueden causar la muerte.
No lave ni seque prendas que se hayan 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 prenderse o
explosionar. No añada ninguna de estas sustancias
al agua de lavado. No utilice ni coloque ninguna de
estas sustancias en torno a la lavadora o la secadora
durante el funcionamiento.
El proceso de lavado puede reducir el tiempo previo
a la inflamación de los tejidos. Para evitar este efecto,
siga con atención las instrucciones de lavado y
cuidado del fabricante de la prenda.
Para minimizar la posibilidad de descarga eléctrica,
desenchufe el electrodoméstico de la corriente o
desconecte la lavadora en el panel de distribución
de la vivienda quitando el fusible o apagando el
interruptor antes de realizar cualquier tarea de
mantenimiento o limpieza.
NOTA: Girar la perilla Cycle Selector (Selector de Ciclo)
a la posición de apagado, presionar Power (Encender)
o presionar Start/Pause (Inicio/ Pausa) NO desconecta
el electrodoméstico del cable de corriente.
No intente en ningún caso utilizar la lavadora
si está dañada, funciona incorrectamente, está
parcialmente desmontada, le faltan piezas o algunas
están rotas, incluidos el cable o el enchufe.
CUANDO NO ESTÉ EN USO
Cierre las llaves de paso minimizar las fugas en
caso de que se produzca una rotura o grieta.
Compruebe el estado de las mangueras de llenado;
GE recomienda el cambio de las mangueras cada 5
años.
Antes de deshacerse de una lavadora o de
desecharla, quite la puerta de la lavadora para evitar
que los niños se escondan en su interior.
No intente reparar ni sustituir ninguna pieza de este
electrodoméstico, a menos que se recomiende de
manera explícita en el manual del propietario o en
instrucciones publicadas de uso y reparación que
sean comprensibles y que pueda realizar usted.
No manipule los controles.
LEA Y SIGA ESTA INFORMACIÓN
DE SEGURIDAD CUIDADOSAMENTE.
CONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

Es posible que las funciones y apariencias varíen con relación a su modelo a lo largo del manual.
• Agregue el suavizante (en
modelos con dosificador para
suavizante);
para más detalles,
lea la página 6
• Agregue el detergente. GE
recomienda el uso de
detergentes de Alta Eficiencia
en todas las lavadoras
clasificadas por Energy Star.
•
Agregue las prendas sin ajustar alrededor
del Infusor™. Sobrecargar el tambor
puede producir un impacto negativo en el
desempeño de lavado. Ajuste el tamaño
de la carga según corresponda.
• Cierre la tapa NOTA: La lavadora
no comienza a llenarse con la tapa
abierta.
• Seleccione el tamaño de carga
y otras opciones de lavado,
incluyendo la opción del Suavizante
• Seleccione el ciclo de lavado
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