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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Operating Instructions
Available Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–9
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Loa ing an Using the Washer . . . .11–14
Installation Instructions . . . . .15–20
Drain Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Groun ing Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Installing the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 20
Location of Your Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Preparing to Install Your Washer . . . . . .15
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Rough-In Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Unpacking Your Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Water Supply Requirements . . . . . . . . . .18
Troubles ooting Tips . . . . . . . . .21–23
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Warranty (Cana a) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
Write t e model and serial
numbers ere:
Model # __________________
Serial # __________________
You can fin them on a label on the
si e of the washer.
As an ENERGY STAR®partner,
GE has etermine that this
pro uct meets the ENERGY STAR®
gui elines for energy efficiency.
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■Install or store where it will not be expose
to temperatures below freezing or expose
to the weather, which coul cause permanent
amage an invali ate the warranty.
■Properly groun washer to conform with all governing
co es an or inances. Follow etails in Installation
Instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must e followed to minimize the risk
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury or
loss of life.
The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this washer are
not meant to cover every possi le condition and situation that may occur. Good, safe
practices and caution MUST e applied when installing, operating and maintaining
any appliance.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may e produced in a water heater that has not een used for two weeks
or more. Hydrogen gas can e explosive under these circumstances.
If the hot water has not been use for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of amage or injury by
turning on all hot water faucets an allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical
appliance which is connecte to the hot water system. This simple proce ure will allow any built-up hy rogen
gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, o not smoke or use an open flame or appliance uring this process.
PROPER INSTALLATION
This washer must e properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions efore it is used.
■Keep the area un erneath an aroun your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags an chemicals.
■Do not leave the washer oor open. An open oor
coul entice chil ren to hang on the oor or crawl
insi e the washer.
■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is
use by or near chil ren. Do not allow chil ren to
play on, with or insi e this or any other appliance.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
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■Never reach into washer while it is moving.
Wait until the machine has completely stoppe
before opening the oor.
■Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia
or aci s such as vinegar an /or rust remover.
Mixing ifferent chemicals can pro uce a toxic
gas which may cause eath.
■Do not wash or ry articles that have been
cleane in, washe in, soake in or spotte
with combustible or explosive substances (such as
wax, oil, paint, gasoline, egreasers, ry-cleaning
solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or
explo e. Do not a these substances to the
wash water. Do not use or place these substances
aroun your washer or ryer uring operation.
■The laun ry process can re uce the flame
retar ancy of fabrics. To avoi such a result,
carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s
wash an care instructions.
■To minimize the possibility of electric shock,
unplug this appliance from the power supply
or isconnect the washer at the buil ing’s
istribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE: Pressing the
power button oes NOT isconnect the appliance
from the power supply.
■Never attempt to operate this appliance
if it is amage , malfunctioning, partially
isassemble , or has missing or broken parts,
inclu ing a amage cor or plug.
■Do not slam the washer oor close . Do not try
to force the oor open when locke (LOCKED
in icator ON). This coul result in amage to
the washer.
■The washer is equippe with an electrical
overloa protector. The motor will stop
if it becomes overheate . The washer will
automatically restart after a cool- own
perio of up to 2 hours, if the washer
has not been manually turne off
uring this time.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
■Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure
on hoses an valves an to minimize leakage
if a break or rupture shoul occur. Check
the con ition of the fill hoses; they shoul
be replace every 5 years.
■Before iscar ing a washer, or removing it
from service, remove the washer oor to prevent
chil ren from hi ing insi e.
■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
this appliance unless specifically recommen e
in this Owner’s Manual, or in publishe user-repair
instructions that you un erstan an have the
skills to carry out.
■Do not tamper with controls.
WHEN NOT IN USE
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
descri ed in
this Owner’s
Manual.
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About t e was er control panel.
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You can locate your model num er on a la el on the side of the washer.
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Power
Press to “wake up” the isplay. If the isplay is active, press to put the washer into stan by mo e.
NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
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WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS efore operating this appliance.
Quick Start
If the screen is ark, press the POWER button to “wake up”
the isplay.
Press the POWER button.
Select a wash cycle. (Defaults
are set for each wash cycle.
These efault settings can be
change . See Control settings
for more information.)
If you selecte a wash cycle
other than SPECIALTY CYCLE,
press the START/PAUSE button.
If you selecte SPECIALTY CYCLE, choose between Garments,
Bed and Bat , Ot er Specialty an Basket Clean for your
specific nee s before pressing START/PAUSE. See Specialty
Cycles for more information.
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Was Cycles
The wash cycles are optimize for specific types of wash loa s. The chart below will help you match
the wash setting with the loa s. The GentleClean™lifters lightly tumble the clothes into the water an
etergent solution to clean the loa .
WHITES/ For heavily to lightly soile white cottons, househol linens, work an play clothes.
HEAVY DUTY
COLORS/NORMAL For heavy to lightly soile colorfast cottons, househol linens, work an play
clothes.
WRINKLE REE For Easy Care an permanent press items.
(PERMA PRESS)
ACTIVE WEAR For active sports, exercise an some casual wear clothes. Fabrics inclu e mo ern
technology finishes an fibers such as span ex, stretch an micro-fibers.
HANDWASH For items labele han -washable with light soils. Provi es gentle rocking to mimic
the han washing action.
DELICATES For lingerie an special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provi es gentle
tumbling an soak uring wash an rinse.
WASHABLE For the washing of machine washable wool pro ucts, provi e that they are
WOOLS washe accor ing to the instructions on the garment label. When selecting this
cycle, you must use a etergent suitable for washing wool.
SPEED WASH For lightly soile items that are nee e in a hurry. Cycle time is approximately
30 minutes, epen ing on selecte options.
RINSE & SPIN To quickly rinse out any items at any time.
DRAIN & SPIN Drain an spin at any time.
SPECIALTY CYCLES For unique garments that may nee special treatment.
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GARMENTS
Coats
Dress Shirts
Hosiery/Bras
Jeans
Khakis
Sweaters
BED and BATH
Blankets (cotton)
Comforters
Sheets
Towels
SPECIALIZED CYCLES
Athletic Shoes
Energy Savings
Fabric Refresh
Fleece
Fragile Cottons
Performance Fabrics
Pet Be ing
Play Clothes
Single Item Wash
Sleeping Bag
Soak
Super Clean
Throw Rugs
BASKET CLEAN
Specialty Cycles
While in the Specialty Cycle, use the ▲an ▼arrow
keys to scroll between the ifferent options. Press
ENTER to select the cycle. Press BACK to go to the
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Settings
Use the SETTINGS button to a just
the following features:
Dryer Link:
Press the SETTINGS button.
When “DRYER LINK” appears in
the isplay, press ENTER. Using
the / arrow keys, select ON
an press ENTER.
When the washer cycle is
complete , the washer will
communicate with the ryer when
any button on the control panel is
touche or the oor is opene .
The washer will isplay,
“TRANSFERRING CYCLE
INFORMATION TO THE DRYER”
an the ryer will isplay,
“RECEIVING CYCLE INFORMATION
TO THE DRYER”.
The ryer will only communicate
with the washer if the ryer is not
running a cycle.
If the washer starts a new cycle
before the ryer has a chance
to communicate with it,
the information will be lost.
End-of-Cycle Volume:
Press the SETTINGS button. When
“VOLUME” appears in the isplay,
press ENTER, then select “En of
Cycle”. Using the / arrow keys,
select High, Me ium, Low or Off.
Control Sounds:
Press the SETTINGS button, then
select “Volume”. When “CONTROL
SOUNDS” appears in the isplay,
press ENTER. Using the / arrow
keys, select High, Me ium, Low
or Off.
Display Brig tness:
Press the SETTINGS button. When
“DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS” appears
in the isplay, press ENTER. Using
the / arrow keys, select High,
Me ium or Low.
Water Hardness
(Only appears w en SMART
DISPENSER Pedestal Accessory
is connected to was er):
This will a just the amount of
etergent ispense automatically
for the SMART DISPENSER. See the
Owner’s Manual supplie with the
SMART DISPENSER for instructions
for use.
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Soil Level
Changing the SOIL LEVEL increases or ecreases the wash time to remove ifferent amounts of soil.
To change the SOIL LEVEL, press the SOIL LEVEL button until you have reache the esire setting. You can choose
between Extra Light, Light, Normal, Heavy or Extra Heavy soil.
Spin Speed
Changing the SPIN SPEED changes the final spin spee 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 reache the esire setting. You can choose
between No Spin, Low, Me ium, High or Extra High Spin. Higher spin spee s are not available on certain cycles, such as
Delicates.
Higher spin spee s remove more water from the clothes an will help re uce ry time, but may also increase the
possibility of setting wrinkles on some fabrics.
Was Temp
A just to select the proper water temperature for the wash cycle. The prewash an rinse water is always col to help
re uce energy usage an re uce setting of stains an wrinkles.
Follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when selecting the wash temperature.
To change the wash temperature, press the WASH TEMP button until you have reache the esire setting. You can
choose between Tap Col , Col , Warm, Hot or Sanitize. The Sanitize wash temperature is not available on certain cycles,
such as Delicates.
When selecting the Sanitize wash temperature, the washer increases the water temperature to sanitize an kill more
than 99% of many common bacteria foun in home laun ry. The sanitize wash temperature is only available on the
Whites/Heavy Duty wash cycle. For best results, select the heavy soil setting when using the Sanitize wash temperature
setting.
NOTE: The first 10 seconds of the wash fill is always cold. This feature assists in conditioning the fa ric and preventing stains
from setting on garments.
START/PAUSE
Press to start a wash cycle. If the washer is running, pressing it once will pause the washer an unlock the oor.
Press again to restart the wash cycle.
NOTE: If the washer is paused and the cycle is not restarted within 15 minutes, the current wash cycle will e 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 utton. Water will flow in 45 seconds or
less. You may hear the door lock and unlock efore water flows; this is normal.
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Prewas
Prewash is an extra wash before
the main wash. Use it for heavily soile
clothes or for clothes with a care label
that recommen s prewashing before
washing. Be sure to a high-efficiency
etergent, or the proper wash a itive
to the prewash ispenser.
The prewash feature will fill the washer
(a ing the prewash etergent), tumble
the clothes, rain an spin. Then the
washer will run the selecte wash
cycle.
NOTE: In some special cycles,
the prewash is selected automatically
as the default. You can modify this
selection at any time.
Extra Rinse
Use an extra rinse when a itional
rinsing is esire to remove excess irt
an etergent from soile loa s.
NOTE: In some special cycles, the extra
rinse is selected automatically as the
default. You can modify this selection at
any time. Some cycles have additional
rinses done automatically.
Delay Start
You can elay the start of a wash cycle
for up to 24 hours. Press the DELAY
START button to choose the number
of hours you want to elay the start
of the cycle. Use the ▲an ▼ (up an
own) arrows to fin the esire elay
time; then press ENTER to select the
elay time. Finally, press the START
button after the esire cycle is
selecte . The machine will count
own an start automatically
at the correct time.
NOTE: If you forget to fully close
the door, a reminder signal will eep
reminding you to do so.
NOTE: If you open the door when the
delay is counting down, the machine
will enter the pause state. You must
close the door and press START again
in order to restart the countdown.
Lock
You can lock the controls to prevent
any selections from being ma e. Or
you can lock or unlock the controls
after you have starte a cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start
the washer y touching pads with
this option selected.
To lock the washer, press an hol
the LOCK button for 3 secon s.
To unlock the washer controls,
press an hol the LOCK button for
3 secon s. A soun is ma e to in icate
the lock/unlock status.
The control lock icon on the isplay will
light up when it is on.
NOTE: The POWER utton can still e
used when the machine is locked.
MY CYCLE
To save a favorite cycle, set the esire
settings for wash cycle, soil level, spin
spee an wash temp settings an
hol own the MY CYCLE button for
3 secon s. A beep will soun to in icate
the cycle has been save .
To use your custom cycle, press
the MY CYCLE button before washing
a loa .
To change the save cycle, set
the esire settings an hol own
the MY CYCLE button for 3 secon s.
NOTE: When using MY CYCLE,
wash options cannot e modified
after the cycle has een started.
NOTE: If you change wash options
with MY CYCLE efore starting the cycle,
the MY CYCLE light will turn off and you
will e returned to the ase cycle.
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Stain Inspector
The STAIN INSPECTOR feature allows you
to in icate what stains are on the garments in your
loa . This feature can be use with any wash cycle.
To use STAIN INSPECTOR:
1. Select the wash cycle.
2. Press the STAIN INSPECTOR button (the button will
light up when it is on).
3. Check the wash instructions on your garment.
4. Press the ENTER button to continue.
5. Use the ▲an ▼arrows to fin the esire stain
category.
6. Press the ENTER button to select the stain
category.
7. Use the ▲an ▼ arrows to select the esire
stain.
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You ave t e following stains available to c oose from:
8. Press the ENTER button to select the stain.
9. Your selecte stain will appear on the isplay.
10. Press the START button to start the cycle.
NOTE: To turn off STAIN INSPECTOR or to select a
different stain, press the STAIN INSPECTOR utton
again.
NOTE: Prewash is selected automatically
as the default for some stains. When selected
automatically, the PREWASH utton will light.
For optimum stain removal, it is recommended
to add high-efficiency detergent or proper wash
additive to the prewash dispenser. You can turn
off the prewash option if you do not want to add
the prewash to the cycle.
OUTDOOR
Clay
Grass
Mu /Dirt
Rust Iron
Tree Sap
COSMETICS
Lipstick/Lip Balm
Deo orant
Lotions
Makeup (water-base )
Oil (hair/mineral)
BEVERAGES
Grape Juice
Coffee/Tea
Fruit Juice Other
Milk/Dairy
Wine (re /white)
OOD/COOKING
Butter/Margarine
Cooking/Vegetable Oil
Chocolate
Tomato Base
Barbecue Sauce
PERSONAL
Bloo
Perspiration
Urine/Feces
Mouthwash
Vomit
SCHOOL/O ICE/HOME
A hesive Tape
Ballpoint Ink
Glue (white common)
Pencil Mark
Correction Flui
LAUNDRY
Dingy White Socks
Collar/Cuff Soil
Dye Transfer
Fabric Softener
Yellowing
OIL/GREASE/WAX
Motor Oil/Lube
Ointment/Salve
Can le Wax
Crayon
Chapstick™

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SMART DISPENSE™ (optional accessory)
If you have purchase the PROFILE SMART DISPENSE
System, refer to the Owner’s Manual that comes with
the SMART DISPENSE System.
If you have not purchase the PROFILE SMART
DISPENSE System, you will not have bulk- ispensing
capability. If you select the SMART DISPENSE option,
a message will be isplaye a vising that your unit
oes not have the capability. You shoul then
put etergent an other selecte a itive
in the flow-through ispenser rawer
locate at the top left of the unit.
To purchase the PROFILE SMART DISPENSE System,
go online to ge.com or contact your local retailer.
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T e Fabric Softener Compartment
If esire , pour the recommen e amount
of liqui fabric softener into the compartment
labele “FABRIC SOFTENER.”
Use only liqui fabric softener in the ispenser.
Dilute with water to the maximum fill line.
Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling
can cause early dispensing of the fa ric
softener, which could stain clothes.
NOTE: Do not pour fa ric softener directly
on the wash load.
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T e Dispenser Drawer
Slowly open the ispenser rawer by pulling
it out until it stops.
After adding laundry products, slowly close
the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer
too quickly could result in early dispensing
of the leach, fa ric softener or detergent.
You may see water in the leach and fa ric
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 Hig -Efficiency
detergent.
T e Liquid Bleac Compartment
If esire , measure out the recommen e
amount of liqui bleach, not to excee
1/3 cup (80 ml) an pour into the center
compartment labele “LIQUID BLEACH”
marke with this symbol .
It is recommended to use High-Efficiency (HE)
leach in this front-load washer.
Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling
can cause early dispensing of the leach which
could result in damaged clothes.
NOTE: Do not use powdered leach in the
dispenser.
T e Detergent Compartment
■Only use high-efficiency detergent
in this washer. Use the detergent
manufacturer’s recommended amount.
DO NOT fill above the MAX line.
The etergent selection insert must be place
in the etergent compartment in a specific
position accor ing to the type of etergent
you are using.
■Powder Detergent – Place the insert
in the rear position. The Pow er Icons
must line up on center when the insert
is in the pow er position.
■Liquid Detergent – Place the insert in
the forwar position. The Liqui Icons
must line up on center when the insert
is in the liqui position.
Move the insert by pulling it up an replace
it by sli ing it own between either the rear
or front etergent compartment mol e rails,
as esire , for pow er or liqui etergent.
■A measure etergent to the front left
etergent compartment of the ispenser
rawer.
■Detergent is flushe from the ispenser
at the beginning of the wash cycle. Either
pow ere or liqui etergent can be use .
■Detergent usage may nee to be a juste
for water temperature, water har ness,
size an soil level of the loa . Avoi using
too much etergent in your washer as it
can lea to oversu sing an etergent
resi ue being left on the clothes.
Insert in rear position for powder
detergent
Insert in forward position for liquid
detergent
T e Prewas Compartment
■Only use the Prewash Compartment if you
are selecting the Prewash cycle for heavily
soile clothes. A measure etergent or
prewash a itive to the back left prewash
compartment of the ispenser rawer.
■Detergent or prewash a itive is flushe
from the ispenser in the prewash cycle
(if selecte ).
NOTE: Liquid detergent will drain
into the washer drum as it is added.
■Detergent usage may nee to be a juste
for water temperature, water har ness, size
an soil level of the loa . Avoi using too
much etergent in your washer as it can
lea to over su sing an etergent resi ue
being left on the clothes.
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Icons
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Loading and using t e was er.
Always follow fa ric manufacturer’s care la el when laundering. ge.com
Sorting Wash Loads
Loading the Washer
The wash rum may be fully loa e with loosely
a e items. Do not was garments containing
flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
To a items after the washer has starte , press
START/PAUSE an wait until the oor is unlatche .
The washer may take up to 30 secon s to unlock
the oor after pressing START/PAUSE, epen ing
on the machine con itions. Do not try to force open
the oor when it is locke . After the oor unlocks,
open gently. A items, close the oor an press
START/PAUSE to restart.
Colors
Whites
Lights
Darks
Soil
Heavy
Normal
Light
Fabric
Delicates
Easy Care
Stur y Cottons
Lint
Lint Pro ucers
Lint Collectors
■Com ine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not e more than
half the total wash load.
■Washing single items is not recommended. This may cause an out-of- alance load. Add one or two
similar items.
■Pillows and comforters should not e mixed with other items. This may cause an out-of- alance 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.
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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 Han Towels/
2 Terrycloth Bath
Mats
OR
2 Flat Queen-Size
Sheets
2 Fitte Queen-
Size Sheets
4 Pillowcases
MIXED LOAD
4 Pillowcases
2 Han Towels
2 Flat Sheets/
2 Fitte 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 Hoo ies
7 Pairs of Socks
DELICATES*
7 Bras
7 Panties
3 Slips
2 Camisoles
4 Nightgowns
*Using a nylon
mesh bag for
small items is
recommen e .
SPEED WASH
(2–4 GARMENTS)
2 Casual Wear
Work Shirts
1 Pair Casual Wear
Work Pants
OR
3 Soccer Uniforms
Loading Examples*
*Using a nylon mesh bag for small items is recommen e .

Care and Cleaning/General Maintenance
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Do not hit surface with sharp objects.
Interior: Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket (including attached hoses) and door glass.
hese areas should always be clean to ensure a water-tight seal.
It is recommended to rinse the washer at least once per month with 1 cup of bleach (or other
commercially available product manufactured for this purpose) poured into the prewash section
of the dispenser (no clothes) using the BASKET CLEAN CYCLE (found in the SPECIALTY CYCLES menu).
Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses.
Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. When moving the washer,
the tub should be kept stationary by using the shipping bolts removed during installation.
See Installation Instructions in this manual. If these parts are not available, they can be ordered
by visiting our Website at ge.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather
will be below freezing.
Clean Pu p Filter
Due to the nature of the front-load washer, it is sometimes possible for small articles to pass
to the pump. he washer has a filter to capture lost items so they are not dumped to the drain.
o retrieve lost items, clean out the pump filter.
1. Using a coin in the notch on the door, 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. urn the pump filter counterclockwise and remove the filter.
4. Clean the debris from the filter.
5. Replace the filter and turn clockwise to the marked position.
6. Close the access door.
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Installation
Instructions
Loading and using the washer.
Pump filter
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.

Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent an fabric softener may buil up
in the ispenser rawer. Resi ue shoul be remove once or twice a month.
■Remove the rawer by first pulling it out until it stops. Then reach back into
the right rear corner of the rawer cavity an press own firmly on the lock tab,
pulling out the rawer.
■Remove the insert from the bleach an fabric softener compartments
an the etergent insert. Rinse the inserts an the rawer with hot water
to remove traces of accumulate laun ry pro ucts.
■To clean the rawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess.
Remove all resi ue from the upper an lower parts of the recess.
■Return inserts to the proper compartments. Replace the ispenser rawer.
■To re uce buil up in the Dispenser Drawer area:
Use only HE
Hig -Efficiency
detergent.
Lock ta is visi le only after
drawer has een pulled out
Always follow fa ric manufacturer’s care la el when laundering. ge.com
Consumer SupportTroubles ooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions Installation
Instructions
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Loading and using t e was er.
Fa ric Care La els
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)
Bleach
symbols Any bleach
(when needed) Only non-chlorine bleach
(when needed)
Do not bleach
WASH LABELS
BLEACH LABELS
Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laun ering.
DETERGENT LABELS
Use only HE Hig -Efficiency detergent.
Profile Smart Dispense System
The Profile SMART DISPENSE System
lets you store laun ry etergent an
fabric softener to be ispense
automatically uring the wash an
rinse cycles of this washer. NO BLEACH
may be use in this ispense system.
See the Owner‘s Manual that is
inclu e with the Profile SMART
DISPENSE System for installation
instructions.
Pedestal
There is a pe estal available for your
washer. This pe estal gives the washer
more height an gives storage for your
washing necessities. Inclu e with the
pe estal is a ivi er that allows you
to store liqui laun ry etergent out
of sight. See the pe estal installation
instructions.
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Installation
Instructions
Available accessories.

Installation Washer
Instructions
If you have any questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: ge.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and care ully.
•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 s ills.
• 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.
WARNING
•This appliance must be properly grounded and
installed as described in these Installation Instructions.
•Do not install or store appliance in an area where
it will be exposed to water/weather. See Location
o Your Washer section.
• NOTE: This appliance must be properly
grounded, and electrical service to the washer
must con orm with local codes and ordinances
and the latest edition o the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
WASHER INSTALLATION
❏1/4″nut driver
❏3/8″soc et with ratchet
❏3/8″open-end wrench
❏Adjustable wrench or 7/16″soc et with ratchet
❏Adjustable wrench or 9/16″open-end wrench
❏Channel-loc adjustable pliers
❏Carpenter’s level
❏ Water Hoses (2)
PARTS SUPPLIED
❏ Cable Tie
❏ Hose Guide
Models
WPDH88 , GPDH88

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Installation Instructions
LOCATION O YOUR WASHER
Do Not Install the Washer:
1.In an area expose to ripping water or outsi e
weather con itions. The ambient temperature
shoul never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper
washer operation.
2.In an area where it will come in contact with curtains
or rapes.
3.On carpet. The floor MUST be a har surface with
a maximum slope of 1/2″per foot (1.27 cm per
30 cm). To make sure the washer oes not vibrate
or move, you may have to reinforce the floor.
NOTE: If floor is in poor con ition, use 3/4″impregnate
plywoo sheet soli ly attache to existing floor covering.
IMPORTANT:
Minimum Installation Clearances
•When installe in alcove: Si es, Rear,
Top = 0″(0 cm)
•When installe in closet: Si es, Rear,
Top = 0″(0 cm), Front = 1″(2.54 cm)
•Closet oor ventilation openings require :
2 louvers each 60 square in. (387 cm2), locate 3″
(7.6 cm) from top an bottom of oor
ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS
SIDE
FRONT
27.0”
(68.6 cm)
39.2”*
(99.5 cm)
32.1”
(81.5 cm)
39.2”*
(99.5 cm)
*NOTE:
With Washer Legs: 40.5” (102.5 cm)
(0.75” a justability)
With Pe estal: 53.75” (136.6 cm)
(0.75” a justability)
Stacke : 82.75” (209.8 cm)

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

INSTALLING THE WASHER
1. Run some water from the hot an col faucets to flush
the water lines an remove particles that might clog
the water valve screens.
2. Remove the inlet hoses from the plastic bag.
3. (90° elbow en )
Carefully connect the inlet
hose marke HOT to the
outsi e “H” outlet of the
water valve. Tighten by han ,
then tighten another 2/3 turn
with pliers. Carefully connect
the other inlet hose to the
insi e “C” outlet of the water
valve. Tighten by han ; then
tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers. Do not crossthread
or over-tighten these connections.
4. Connect the inlet hose en s to the HOT an COLD water
faucets tightly by han , then tighten another 2/3 turn
with pliers. Turn the water on an check for leaks.
5. Carefully move the washer to its final location. Gently rock
the washer into position. It is important not to amage
the rubber leveling legs when moving your washer
to its final location. Damage legs can increase washer
vibration. It may be helpful to spray win ow cleaner on
the floor to help move your washer into its final position.
NOTE: To reduce vibration, ensure that all four rubber
leveling legs are firmly touching the floor. Push and
pull on the back right and then back left of your
washer.
NOTE: Do not use the ispenser rawer or oor to lift
the washer.
NOTE: If you are installing into a rain pan, you can use
a 24-inch long 2x4 to lever the washer into place.
6. With the washer in its
final position, place
a level on top of the
washer (if the washer
is installe un er a
counter, the washer
shoul not be able to
rock). A just the front
leveling legs up or own to ensure the washer
is resting soli ly. Turn the lock nuts on each leg
up towar the base of the washer an snug with
a wrench.
NOTE: Keep the leg extension at a minimum to prevent
excessive vibration. The farther out the legs are
extended, the more the washer will vibrate.
If the floor is not level or is amage , you may have
to exten the rear leveling legs.
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INSTALLING THE WASHER (cont.)
7. Attach U-shaped hose guide to the end of the drain
hose. Place the hose in a laundry tub or standpipe
and secure it with the cable tie provided in the
enclosure pac age.
NOTE: If the drain hose is placed in a standpipe without
forming a U shape, a siphoning action could occur. There
must be an air gap around the drain hose. A snug hose
fit can also cause a siphoning action.
8. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.
NOTE: Chec to be sure the power is off at the circuit
brea er/fuse box before plugging the power cord into
an outlet.
9. Turn on the power at the circuit brea er/fuse box.
10. Read the rest of this Owner’s Manual. It contains
valuable and helpful information that will save you
time and money.
11. Be ore starting the washer, check to make sure:
❏ Main power is turned on.
❏ The washer is plugged in.
❏ The water faucets are turned on.
❏ The unit is level and all four leveling legs are firmly
on the floor.
❏ The shipping support hardware is removed
and saved.
❏ The drain hose is properly tied up.
❏ There are no lea s at the faucet, drain line
or washer.
12. Run the washer through a complete cycle.
Chec for water lea s and proper operation.
13. If your washer does not operate, please review
the Be ore You Call For Service section before
calling for service.
14. Place these instructions in a location near the washer
for future reference.
Cable Tie Cable Tie
Cable Tie
If replacement parts are needed for your washer, they can
be ordered in the United States by visiting our Website
at ge.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES. In Canada, visit
geappliances.ca or call 1.800.561.3344.
REPLACEMENT PARTS