GE WCVH4800K Safety guide

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Safetg Instructions ............. 2,3
Operating Instructions
Control Panel ......................... 4
Control Settings .................... 5-7
Features .............................. 8
Loading and Using the Washer ..... 9-12
Installation Instructions ..... 13-18
Drain Requirements .................. 16
Electrical Requirements ............... Z6
Grounding Requirements ............. 16
Installing the Washer ............. 17, 18
Location of Your Washer ............. 14
Preparing to Install Your Washer ...... 13
Replacement Parts ................... Z8
Rough-In Dimensions ................. 14
Unpacking Your Washer .............. 15
Water Supplg Requirements .......... 16
Troubleshooting Tips ......... 19-21
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .......... Back Cover
Warrantg (Canada) .................. 23
Warrantg (U.S.) ...................... 22
WCVH4800K
WCVH48ffSK
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ENERGYSTAR
As an ENERGYSTAR®partner,
GEhas determined that this
product meets the ENERGYSTAR®
guidelines for energg efficiencg.
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Youcan find them on a label inside
the door. 175D1807P633 49-90369 07-09 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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 possible condition and situation that may occur. Good, safe
practices and caution MUSTbe applied when installing, operating and maintaining
an_t appliance.
WATERHEATERSAFETY
Undercertain conditions, hydrogengas may beproduced in a water heaterthat hasnot been usedfor two weeks
or more.Hydrogen gascan be explosiveunder these circumstances.
Ifthe hotwater hasnot been usedfor two weeksormore, preventthe possibilityof damage or injury by
turning on all hot water faucets and allowingthem to run for several minutes. Dothis before usingany electrical
appliance which isconnectedto the hotwater system.Thissimpleprocedurewill allow any built-up hydrogen
gas to escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smokeor usean open flame or appliance during this process.
PROPERINSTALLATION
Thiswasher must be proper!ginstalled and located in accordancewith the Installation Instructionsbefore it isused.
[] Installor storewhere itwill not beexposed [] Properlygroundwasher to conformwith all governing
to temperatures belowfreezingor exposed codesand ordinances.Followdetailsin Installation
to the weather,which couldcausepermanent Instructions.
damage and invalidatethewarranty.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
[] Keepthe area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper,rags and chemicals.
[] Donot leavethe washer door open.An open door
could entice childrento hang on the door or crawl
insidethe washer.
[] Closesupervision isnecessary ifthis appliance is
used by or near children. Do not allow children to
play on,with or insidethis or any other appliance.
[] Keepall laundry aids (suchas detergents, bleaches,
etc.)out ofthe reach of children, preferably in a
locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container
labelsto avoid injury.
[] Neverclimb on or stand on the washer top.
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described
in this
Owner's
h'lanual.
WHEN USINGTHEWASHER
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Never reach into washer while it is moving.
Wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the door.
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.)which 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.
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Never attempt to operate this appliance
if it isdamaged, malfunctioning, partially
disassembled, or has missing or broken parts,
including a damaged cord or plug.
Donot slam the washer door closed. Do not try
to force the door open when locked (LOCKED
indicator ON).This could result in damage to
the washer.
The washer is equipped with an over-temperature
detection system. The motor will stop if it
becomes overheated. The washer will turn off the
motor for 2 minutes to cool down. If the motor is
still too hot after 2 minutes, the washer will repeat
the cool-down a total of 3 times. If the motor
remains too hot after 3 cool-downs, the washer
will be paused until it is manually started again.
[] 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:Pressing the
power button does NOT disconnect the appliance
from the power supply.
WHEN NOT IN USE
[]Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure
on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage
if a break or rupture should occur. Check
the condition of the fill hoses; they should
be replaced every 5 years.
[] Before discarding a washer, or removing it
from service, remove the washer door 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
skillsto carry out.
[] Do not tamper with controls.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the washer control panel.
you can locate Four model number on a label inside the door,
'_ WA RN_N_ _ Toreduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT
SAFETV INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
Quick Start
If the screen isdark, pressthe POWERbutton to "wake up"
the display.
r_l Pressthe POWERbutton. POWER
r_ Selecta wash cycle. (Defaults
are set for eachwash cycle.
Thesedefault settings can be
changed. SeeContro!settings
for more information.)
r_lf you selecteda wash cycle, START
pressthe START!PAUSEbutton. PAUSE
WRINKLE FREE
ACTIVE WEAR
DELICATES
HAND WASH
SPEED WASH
RINSE & SPIN
DRAIN &SPIN
COLORS /NORMAL
WHITES /HEAVY DUTY DE _VSTART
EXTRA RINSE
MY CYCLE
BASKETCLEAN SIGNAL,_
START
PAUSE
/
Po we r
Pressto "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into standby mode.
NOTE:Pressing POWERdoes not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
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Wash Cycles
The wash cycles are optimized for specific types of wash loads. The chart below will help you match
the wash setting with the loads. The Gentle Wash_"lifters lightly tumble the clothes into the water and
detergent solution to clean the load.
WHITES/ Forheavily to lightly soiled white cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.
HEAVYDUTY
COLORS/NORMAL Forheavy to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play
clothes.
WRINKLE FREE For Easy Care and permanent press items.
(PERMA PRESS)
ACTIVEWEAR Foractive sports, exercise and some casual wear clothes. Fabrics include modern
technology finishes and fibers such as spandex, stretch and microfibers.
DELICATES Forlingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provides gentle
tumbling and soak during wash and rinse.
HANDWASH Foritems labeled hand-washable with light soils. Provides gentle rocking to mimic
the handwashing action.
SPEEDWASH Forlightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. Cycle time is approximately
50 minutes, depending on selected options.
RINSE& SPIN To quickly rinse out any items at any time.
DRAIN & SPIN Drain and spin at any time.
BASKETCLEAN To clean drum and reduce odor.
NOTE:Basket Clean is a special cycle used to clean the washer drum and reduce
odor. DONOTadd garments to this cycle. Remove detergent cup and add one cup
of bleach or other commercially available product manufactured for this purpose,
such as Tide®Washing Machine Cleaner.

Control settings.
Soil Level
Changing the SOIL level increases or decreases the wash time to remove different amounts of soil.
To change the SOIL level, press the SOIL level button until gou have reached the desired setting.
You can choose between Extra Light, Light, Normal, Heavg or Extra Heavg soil.
Spin Speed
Changing the SPIN setting changes the final spin speed of the cgcles. Alwags follow the garment
manufacturer's care label when changing the SPIN setting.
To change the SPIN setting, press the SPIN setting button until gou have reached the desired
setting. You can choose between No Spin, Low, Medium, High or Extra High Spin. Higher spin
speeds are not available on certain cgcles, such as Delicates.
Higher spin speeds remove more water from the clothes and will help reduce drg time, but mag
also increase the possibilitg of setting wrinkles on some fabrics.
Wash Tamp
Adjust to select the proper water temperature for the wash cgcle. The rinse water is always cold
to help reduce energg usage and reduce setting of stains and wrinkles.
Follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when selecting the wash temperature.
To change the wash temperature, press the TEt,4Pbutton until gou have reached the desired
setting. You can choose between Tap Cold, Cold, Warm, Hot or Sanitize. The Sanitized wash
temperature is not available on certain cgcles, such as Delicates.
When selecting the Sanitize wash temperature, the washer increases the water temperature to
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sanitize and kill more than 99_ of mang common bacteria found in home laundrg. The sanitize
wash temperature is onlg available on the Whites/Heavg Dutg wash cgcle. For best results, select
the heavg soil setting when using the Sanitize wash temperature setting.
Start/Pause
Pressto start awash cgcle. If the washer is running, pressing it once will pause the washer and
unlock the door.This function can be used to add garments during a cgcle. Pressagain to restart
the wash cgcle.
NOTE:If the washer is paused and the c£cle is not restarted within !5 minutes, the current wash
cgcle wi!! be cancelled.
NOTE:In some casesthe washer wi!! drain first, then unlock the door when it is paused.
NOTE:The washer performs automatic sgstem checks after pressing the START/PAUSEbutton.
Water wi!! flow in 45 seconds or less.You ma£ hear the door lock and unlock before water flows;
this is normal.
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SiGNAL. ))
Signal
Whenthe light is"on,"the washer will
beep at the end of the cycle and every
time you pressa button on the control
panel.
Toturn the signal off,pressthe SIGNAL
button and the light will go off.
EXTRA RINSE Extra Rinse
Use an extra rinse when additional
rinsing isdesired to remove excess dirt
and detergent from soiled loads.
DELAVSTART Delay Start
Useto delay the start of your washer.
1. Chooseyour wash cycle and any
options.
Z PressDELAYSTARTbutton. Youcan
change the delay time in !-hour
increments (up to !8 hours)each time
you pressthe PELAYSTARTbutton.
Stoppressingthe button when your
desiredtime isdisplayed.
3. PresstheSTART/PAUSEbutton to start
the countdown.
Thecountdown time will be shown in the
ESTIMATEDTIMEREMAININGdisplay.
NOTES:
If the door is opened while the washer
is in DELAY,the countdown time wi!!
continue to count down the delay
time. If the door is not closed and the
countdown time expires, the cycle wi!!
not start unti! the door is closed and
the START/PAUSEbutton is pressed.
m You can delay the start of a washer
cycle up to !8 hours.
The light on the button will light up when
DELAYSTARTis on.
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HOLD 3 SECSTO
LOCK&UNLOCK
CONTROLPANEL
Lock
You can lock the controls to prevent
any selections from being made. Or
you can lock or unlock the controls
after you have started a cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start
the washer by touching pads with
this option selected.
To lock the washer, press and hold
the TEMPand SPIN buttons together
for 3 seconds.
To unlock the washer controls, press
and hold the TEMPand SPIN buttons
together for 3 seconds. A sound is
made to indicate the lock/unlock status.
The control lock icon on the display will
light up when it is on.
NOTE:ThePOWERbutton can stil! be
used when the machine is locked.
MYCYCLE
_ HOLD3
[] |i SECONDS
)_ TO STORE
My Cycle
To save afavorite cycle, set the desired
settings for wash cycle, soil level, spin
speed and wash temp settings and
hold down the MYCYCLEbutton for
5 seconds. A beep will sound to indicate
the cycle has been saved.
To use your custom cycle, press
the MYCYCLEbutton before washing
a load.
To change the saved cycle, set
the desired settings and hold down
the MYCYCLEbutton for 5 seconds.
NOTE:When using MY CYCLE,
wash options cannot be modified
after the cycle has been started.
NOTE:If you change wash options
with MY CYCLEbefore starting the cycle,
the MYCYCLElight wi!! turn off and you
wi!! be returned to the base cycle.

About the washer features.
The Dispenser Drawer
Slowly open the dispenser drawer by
pulling it out until it stops.
After adding laundry products, slowly close
the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer
too quickly could result in early dispensing
of the bleach, fabric softener or detergent.
Youmay see water in the bleach and fabric
softener compartments at the end of the
cgcle. This is a result of the
flushing/siphoning action and ispart of the
normal operation of the washer.
Use onlg HE High-Efficiencg
detergent.
Detergent cup zuse for Liquid
Deterg_
Deterg_
Cavity fUse :
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The Detergent Compartment
[] Onlg use high-efficiencg detergent
in this washer. Use the detergent
manufacturer's recommended
amount. DO NOT fill above the
MAXline.
The detergent compartment is in the left
side of the dispenser drawer. The detergent
cavity (cup removed)is used for powder
detergent, and the detergent cup isused
for liquid detergent.
[] Powder Detergent - Removethe
detergent cup and pour the suggested
amount of powder detergent into the
detergent cavity.
[] Liquid Detergent - Leavethe detergent
cup in the drawer and pour liquid
detergent into the cup. Do not fill above
the MAXline.
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Add measured detergent to the left
detergent compartment of the
dispenser drawer.
Detergent is flushed from the dispenser
at the beginning of the wash cycle.
Either powdered or liquid high-
efficiency detergent can be used.
Detergent usage may need to be
adjusted for water temperature, water
hardness, sizeand soil level of the load.
Avoid using too much detergent in your
washer since it can lead to oversudsing
and detergent residue being left on the
clothes.
LiqUid Bleach compartment The Liquid Bleach Compartment
If desired, measure out the recommended
amount of liquid bleach, not to exceed
1/3 cup (80 ml) and pour into the right
compartment labeled "LIQUIDBLEACH"
marked with this symbol _j.
It is recommended to use High-Efficiencg
(HE)bleach in this front-load washer.
Do not exceed the maximum il!! line.
Overfilling can cause early dispensing of
the bleach which could result in damaged
clothes.
NOTE:Do not use powdered bleach in the
dispenser.
Fabricsoftenercompartment
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The Fabric Softener Compartment
If desired, pour the recommended
amount of liquid fabric softener into the
compartment labeled "FABRICSOFTENER."
Use only liquid fabric softener in the
dispenser.
Dilute with water to the maximum fi!! line.
Do not exceed the maximum il!! line.
Overfilling can cause early dispensing of
the fabric softener, which could stain
clothes.
NOTE:Do not pour fabric softener directlg
on the wash load.
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Alwa_ts follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. GEAppliances.com
Sorting Wash Loads
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Colors Soil Fabric Lint
Whites Heavg Delicates LintProducers
Lights Normal EasgCare LintCollectors
Darks Light SturdgCottons
Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than
half the total wash load.
Washing single items is not recommended. This may cause an out-of-balance load. Add one or two
similar items.
Pillows and comforters should not be mixed with other items. This mablcause an out-of-balance load.
Sort dark-colored clothes from light-colored clothes to prevent dye transfer. This is a high-efficiency
washer, so it uses less water, making dye transfer more common.
Loading the Washer
The wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely
added items. Do not wash garments containing
flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
To add items after the washer has started, press
START/PAUSEand wait until the door is unlatched.
The washer may take up to 30 seconds to unlock
the door after pressing START/PAUSE,depending
on the machine conditions. Do not try to force open
the door when it is locked. After the door unlocks,
open gently. Add items, close the door and press
START/PAUSEto restart.

Loading and using the washer.
Careand Cleaning/GeneralMaintenance
Exterior: Immediatelg wipe off ang spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Wipe or dust spills or washing
compounds with a damp cloth. Washer control panel and finishes mag be damaged bg some laundrg
pretreatment and stain remover products. Applg these products awag from the washer. The fabric mag
then be washed and dried normallg. Damage to gour washer caused bg these products is not covered
bg gour warrantg. Do not hit surface with sharp objects.
Interior: Drg around the washer door opening, flexible gasket (including attached hoses) and door glass.
These areas should alwags be clean to ensure a watertight seal.
It is recommended to rinse the washer at least once per month with 1 cup of bleach (or other
commerciallg available product manufactured for this purpose, such as Tide®Washing Machine Cleaner)
poured into the bleach section of the dispenser (no clothes) using the BASKETCLEAN cgcle (found in
the WASHERcgcles menu).
Noving end 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 stationarg bg using the shipping bolts removed during installation.
See Installation Instructions in this manual. If these parts are not available, theg can be ordered
bg visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com or bg calling 800.GE.CARES.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supplg isshut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather
will be below freezing.
Clean Pump Filter
Due to the nature of the front-load washer, it is sometimes
possible for small articles to pass to the pump. The washer
has a filter to capture lost items so theg are not dumped to
the drain. To retrieve lost items, clean out the pump filter.
1. With a knife or slotted screwdriver, prg open the door on
the bottom right of the front of the unit.
2. Twist the small white cap counterclockwise a quarter turn
and unhook the small rubber hose. Pull the hose out of the
hole and remove the white drain hose plug above a small
pan to capture ang water that mag drain. Drain the excess
water. Replace.
3. Unscrew the pump filter. Rinse.Replace.
4. Close the access door.
Filter
Drain
Drain Plug
Pump Filter
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Cleaning the Door Gasket
Open the washer door.Using both hands, press down the door gasket.
Remove ang 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 of the gasket
bg pulling it down with gour fingers. Remove ang foreign objects if found
trapped inside this gasket. Make sure there is nothing blocking the holes
behind the gasket.
When gou are finished cleaning the door gasket, remove gour hands and
the gaskets will return to the operating position.

Alwa_Isfollow fabricmanufacturer's carelabelwhen laundering. GEAppliances.cam
Lock tab is visible only after
drawer has been pulled out
Dispenser DruwerAreu: Detergent and fabric softener mag build up
in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.
[] Remove the drawer by first pulling it out until it stops. Then reach back into
the rear center of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab,
pulling out the drawer.
[] Remove all cups and inserts from the dispenser drawer. Rinsethe inserts, cups
and drawer with hot water to remove traces of accumulated laundry products.
[] To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess.
Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.
[] Return inserts to the proper compartments. Replace the dispenser drawer.
[] To reduce buildup in the Dispenser Drawer area:
Use only HE
High-Efficiency
detergent.
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Loading and using the washer.
FabricCareLabels
Below are fabric care label "%mbols" that affect the clothing Uouwill be laundering.
WASH LABELS
Machine____
wash m
cycle N...... i p........ t Press/
wrinkle resistant Gentle/ De not wash Do not wring delicate Hand wash
Water
temperature 000 ®® ®
Hot Warm Cold/cool
(50°C/120°F) (40°C/105°F) (30°C/85°F)
BLEACH LABELS
Bleach_., A//_A
symuols Aevbleach Only ..... hlorine bleach
(when needed) (when needed) Do not bleach
DETERGENT LABELS
Use only HE High-Efficiency detergent.
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I structi Wa her
WCVH4800 and WCVH4815
If gou have ang questions, coil 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737) or visit our Website at:
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In Canada, coil 1.800.561.3344 orvisitwww.GEAppliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT -Savetheseinstructions
for local inspector's use.
•IMPORTANT - Observeo11governing
codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions
for future reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical and electrical skills.
• Completion time - 1-3 hours
• Proper installation isthe responsibility of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
-_WARNING
• This appliance must be properlg grounded and
installed as described in these Insta!!otion Instructions.
• Do not instoll or store opplionce in on °re° where
it will be exposed to woter/weother. See Location
of Your Washer section.
• NOTE:This appliance must be properlg
grounded, and electrical service to the washer
must conform with local codes and ordinances
and the latest edition of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
WASHER INSTALLATION
Wrench (provided)
Channel-lock adjustable pliers
Carpenter's level
PARTS SUPPLIED
Wrench
CI Water Hoses (2)
O
CI Hose Fittings (/4)
Hose Guide
rj Shipping Bolt
Hole Covers (5) Detergent Cup
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Installation Instructions
LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
Do Not Install the Washer:
1.In an area exposed to dripping water or outside
weather conditions. The ambient temperature
should never be below 60°F (!5.6°C) for proper
washer operation.
2.In an area where it will come in contact with curtains
or drapes.
3.On carpet. The floor MUSTbe a hard surface with
a maximum slope of 1/2" per foot (1.27cm per
30 cm).To make sure the washer does not vibrate
or move, gou mag have to reinforce the floor.
NOTE:If floor is in poor condition use 3/4" impregnated
plgwood sheet solidlg attached to existing floor covering.
IMPORTANT:
Minimum Installation Clearances
• When installed in alcove: Sides, Rear,
Top = 0" (0 cm)
• When installed in closet: Sides, Rear,
Top = 0" (0 cm), Front = !" (2.54cm)
• Closet door ventilation openings required:
2 louvers each 60 square in. (387 cm2),located 3"
(7.6cm) from top and bottom of door
CONTRACTOR DIMENSIONS
BACK
21"
(533 mm)
29.75"
(756 mm)
2 .75"
(7C ; mm)
ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS
FRONT
(597 mm)
SIDE
._ 26.6"
(676.5 mm)
*NOTE:
Washer legs have 0.75" (19 mm) adjustabilitg.
Stacked: 67.7" (171.8 cm)
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UNPACKING THE WASHER
WARNING: Recycleor destroy the carton
and plastic bags after the washer isunpacked. Make
materials inaccessibleto children. Childrenmight use
them for play. Cartonscovered with rugs, bedspreads
or plasticsheets can become airtight chambers causing
suffocation.
1. Cut and remove all packaging straps.
2. While it isin the carton, carefully lay the washer on its
side.DONOTlay the washer on its front or back.
3. Turn down the bottom flaps. Removeall basepackaging
including the styrofoam base.
4. Carefully return the washer to an upright position and
remove the carton by lifting it upward.
5. Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (122cm)
of the final location.
6. Removethe following from the back sideof the washer:
5 bolts
5 plastic spacers(includingrubber grommets)
UNPACKING THE WASHER {cont.}
7. Insertshipping bolt hole coversinto shipping bolt holes.
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NOTES:
• Failure to remove the shipping braces can cause
the washer to become severely unbalanced.
• Saveall bolts for future use.
• If you must transport the washer at a later date, you must
reinstall the shipping support hardware to prevent shipping
damage. Keepthe hardware in the plastic bag provided.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
-AWARNING--TOREDUCETHERISKOF
FIRE,ELECTRICALSHOCKAND PERSONALINJURY:
• DO NOTUSEAN EXTENSIONCORDORANADAPTER
PLUGWITH THISAPPLIANCE.
Washer must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes and ordinances or, in the absence
of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL
ELECTRICALCODE,ANSI/NFPANO.70.
CIRCUIT- Individual,properly polarizedand grounded
!5-amp branch circuit fused with 15-amp, time-delay fuse
or circuit breaker.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE- Properly
grounded 3-prong receptacle to be
located so the power supply cord
is accessible when the washer is
in an installed position.
POWERSUPPLY- 2-wire, with ground, 120-volt,
single-phase,60-Hz,Alternating Current.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
-A WARNING: ,mproperconnectionofthe
equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk
ofelectrical shock.Checkwith a licensedelectrician
ifyou are in doubt as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
,Thewasher MUSTbe grounded. Inthe event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the riskof electricalshock by providing apath of least
resistancefor electricalcurrent.
.Sinceyour washer isequipped with a powersupply
cord havingan equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug,the plug MUSTbe plugged into an
appropriate, copper-wired receptaclethat isproperly
installedand grounded inaccordance with all local
codes and ordinances or in the absence of localcodes,
with the National ElectricalCodes,ANSI/NFPA70 (latest
edition).If in doubt, calla licensedelectrician.DONOT
cut off or alter the grounding prong on the power supply
cord. Insituations where a two-slot receptacle ispresent,
it isthe owner's responsibilityto havea licensed
electrician replaceit with a properly grounded
three-prong, grounding-type receptacle.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot and cold water faucets MUSTbe installedwithin
42 inches (!07 cm) of your washer's water inlet.Thefaucets
MUSTbe ]/4" (!.9 cm) garden hose-type so inlethoses can
be connected. Water pressureMUSTbe between 10and 120
pounds per square inch. Yourwater department can advise
you of your water pressure.Thehot water temperature
should beset to deliver water at 120°to 140°F(48°-60°C)
to provideproper Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
performance.
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
1. Drain capable of eliminating 17gals (64.3L)per minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1-!/4" (].!8 cm)minimum.
3. The standpipe height above the floor should be:
Minimum height: ]0" (76cm)
Maximum height:96" (244cm)
Toachieve a drain height above 58" (!47 cm),to a
maximum of 96", a service kit must be purchased
through GEService(WH49X30!).
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96"
(244 cm)
Max.
30"
(76 cm)
Min.
NOTE:Thedrain hose attached to the washer can reach
a 58"-high standpipe. Fora higher standpipe, contact an
authorized parts distributor.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WASHER
1. Runsome water from the hot and cold faucets to flush
the water linesand removeparticles that might clog
the water valve screens.
2. Removethe inlethosesfrom the plastic bag.Remove
black rubber washers from bag and insert into hosefitting
before connectingto unit.
3. (90°elbow end)
Carefullyconnect the inlet
hose marked HOTto the
outside "H" outlet of the
water valve.Tighten by hand;
then tighten another 2/] turn
with pliers.Carefully connect
the other inlet hoseto the
inside"C"outlet of the water
valve.Tighten bu hand; then
tighten another 2/] turn with pliers.Do not cross-threed
or overtighten these connections.
4. Connectthe inlet hoseendsto the HOTand COLDwater
faucets tightly by hand;then tighten another 2/] turn
with pliers.Turnthe water on and check for leaks.
S.
.
Carefully move the washer to its final location. Gently rock
the washer into position.It is important notto damage
the rubber levelinglegswhen moving uourwasher
to its final location. Damaged legscan increase washer
vibration. It may be helpfulto spray window cleaneron
the floor to help move your washer into its final position.
NOTE:To reduce vibration, ensure that all four rubber
leveling legsare firmly touching the floor. Pushand
pull on the back right and then back left of your
washer.
NOTE:Donot usethe dispenser drawer or door to lift
the washer.
NOTE:If you are installing into a drain pan,you can use
a 24-inch-long 2x4to leverthe washer into place.
With the washer in its
final position, place
a level on top of the
washer (ifthe washer
is installed under a
counter, the washer
should not be able to
rock).Adjust the front
leveling legs up or down to ensure the washer
is resting solidly. Turn the Iocknuts on each leg
up toward the base of the washer and 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.
Ifthe floor isnot levelor isdamaged, you may have
to extend the rear levelinglegs.
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Installation Instructions
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.
NOTE:Ifthe drain hoseisplaced in astandpipe without
forming a Ushape, a siphoning action could occur.There
must be an air gap around the drain hose.A snug hose
fit can also causea siphoning action.
8. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.
NOTE:Check to be sure the power is off at the circuit
breaker/fuse box before plugging the power cord into
an outlet.
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10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/fuse box.
Read the rest of this Owner's Manual. It contains
valuable and helpful information that will save you
time and money.
Before starting the washer, check to rneke sure:
Main power isturned on.
Thewasher is plugged in.
Thewater faucets areturned on.
The unit isleveland all four levelinglegsare firmly
on the floor.
Theshipping support hardware isremoved
and saved.
Thedrain hose isproperlg tied up.
Thereare no leaks at the faucet, drain line
or washer.
Run the washer through a complete cgcle.
Check for water leaks and proper operation.
If gour washer does not operate, please review
the Beforegou ca!!forservicesection before
calling for service.
Place these instructions in a location near the washer
for future reference.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
If replacement parts are needed for gour washer, theg can
be ordered in the United States bg visiting our Website
at GEAppliances.com or bg calling 800.GECARES.In
Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca or call 1.800.561.3344.
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Before gou call for service... GEAppliances.com
TroubleshootingTips
Savetime and money! Reviewthe chartsonthe
followingpagesfirstand gou mag not needtocall
for service.
PossibleCause WhatToDo
Notspinningor agitating Drainhoseiskinkedor • Straightendrainhoseandmakesurewasherisnot
improperlyconnected sittingonit.
Householddrain may • Checkhouseholdplumbing.YoumaUneedto call
beclogged a plumber.
Drainhosesiphoning;drain hose • Ensurethereisanairgap betweenhoseanddrain.
pushedtoo fardown inthe drain
Washerpumpfilter may • CleanPumpFilter- Openthepumpaccessdoor(usea coin)
beclogged andremovethepumpfilterbgturningitcounterclockwiseand
pullingout.Cleanthefilter,removingallloosedebris,andputfilter
backinplace.
Loadisout of balance • Redistributeclothesandrun Drain&Spinor Rinse&Spin.
• IncreaseloadsizeifwashingsmallloadcontainingheavU
andlightitems.
Leakingwater Doorgasketisdamaged • Checkto seeifgasketisseatedandnottorn.Objects
leftin pocketsmagcausedamagetothewasher(nails,
screws,pens,pencils).
Doorgasketnotdamaged • Watermagdripfromthedoorwhenthedoorisopened.
Thisisa normaloperation.
Checkbackleft ofwasher • Ifthisareaiswet,gouhaveoversudsingcondition.
forwater Uselessdetergent.
Fillhosesor drain hoseis • Makesurehoseconnectionsaretightat washerand
improperlgconnected faucetsandmakesureendofdrainhoseiscorrectlg
insertedin andsecuredtodrainfacilitg.
Householddrain mug • Checkhouseholdplumbing.Youmagneedto call
beclogged a plumber.
Notdraining Drainhoseiskinkedor • Straightendrainhoseandmakesurewasherisnot
improperlyconnected sittingonit.
Householddrain may • Checkhouseholdplumbing.YoumaUneedto call
beclogged a plumber.
Drainhosesiphoning;drain hose • Ensurethereisanairgap betweenhoseanddrain.
pushedtoo fardown inthe drain
Washerpumpfilter may • CleanPumpFilter- Openthepumpaccessdoor(usea coin)
beclogged andremovethepumpfilterbgturningitcounterclockwiseand
pullingout.Cleanthefilter,removingallloosedebris,andputfilter
backinplace.
Notspinning Drainhoseiskinkedor * Straightendrainhoseandmakesurewasherisnotsittingon it.
improperlyconnected
Householddrain may • Checkhouseholdplumbing.YoumaUneedto calla plumber.
beclogged
Drainhosesiphoning;drain hose * Ensurethereisanairgap betweenhoseanddrain.
pushedtoo fardown inthe drain
Washerpumpfilter mug • CleanPumpFilter- Openthepumpaccessdoor(usea coin)
beclogged andremovethepumpfilterbgturningitcounterclockwiseand
pullingout.Cleanthefilter,removingallloosedebris,andputfilter
backinplace.
Loadisout of balance • Redistributeclothesandrun Drain&Spinor Rinse&Spin.
• Increaseloadsizeifwashingsmallloadcontainingheavg
andlightitems.
Motor isoverheated • Washermotorwillstopif it becomesoverheated.Itwill
automaticallgrestartaftera cool-downperiodofupto
2hours(ifwasherhasnotbeenmanuallgturnedoff).
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Before gou call for service...
Possible Cause What ToDo
Incompletecycleor timer Drainhoseiskinkedor • Straightendrainhoseandmakesurewasherisnot
notadvancing improperlyconnected sittingonit.
Householddrain may • Checkhouseholdplumbing.Youmagneedto call
beclogged a plumber.
Drainhosesiphoning;drain hose • Ensurethereisanairgap betweenhoseanddrain.
pushedtoo fardown inthe drain
Washerpumpfilter may • CleanPumpFilter- Openthepumpaccessdoor(usea coin)
beclogged andremovethepumpfilterbyturningitcounterclockwiseand
pullingout.Cleanthefilter,removingallloosedebris,andputfilter
backinplace.
Automaticload redistribution • Timerstopsat i minute;machinehasredistributedthe
loadonceor twice.Thisisnormaloperation.Donothing;
themachinewillfinishthewashcucle.
Loudor unusualnoise: Cabinetmoving •Washerisdesignedto move1/4"to reduceforces
vibrationor shaking transmittedtothefloor.Thismovementisnormal.
All rubberlevelinglegsare not • Pushandpullonthe backrightandthenbackleftof uour
firmly touchingthefloor washerto checkif itislevel.Ifthewasherisuneven,adjust
therubberlevelinglegssothey areallfirmlUtouchingthe
floor.Yourinstallershouldcorrectthisproblem.
Unbalancedload • Opendoorand manuallyredistributeload.Tocheck
machine,run rinseandspinwith noload.If normal,
unbalancewascausedbUload.
Shippingboltsnot removed • Allfive(5)shippingboltsshouldbe removedbeforeuse.
Clothestoowet Drainhoseiskinkedor •Straightendrainhoseandmakesurewasherisnot
improperlgconnected sittingonit.
Householddrain mag • Checkhouseholdplumbing.YoumaUneedto call
beclogged a plumber.
Drainhosesiphoning;drain hose • Ensurethereisanairgap betweenhoseanddrain.
pushedtoo fardownthe drain
Washerpumpfilter mag • CleanPumpFilter- Openthepumpaccessdoor(usea coin)
beclogged andremovethepumpfilterbUturningitcounterclockwiseand
pullingout.Cleanthefilter,removingallloosedebris,andputfilter
backinplace.
Loadisout of balance • Redistributeclothesandrun Drain&Spinor Rinse&Spin.
IncreaseloadsizeifwashingsmallloadcontainingheavU
andlightitems.
Nopower/washernot Drainhoseiskinkedor • Straightendrainhoseandmakesurewasherisnot
workingor dead improperlyconnected sittingonit.
Householddrain may • Checkhouseholdplumbing.Youmay needto call
beclogged a plumber.
Drainhosepushedtoofar • Ensurethereisanairgap betweenhoseanddrain.
downinthe drain
Washerpumpfilter may • CleanPumpFilter- Openthepumpaccessdoor(usea coin)
beclogged andremovethepumpfilterbyturningit counterclockwiseand
pullingout.Cleanthefilter,removingallloosedebris,andputfilter
backinplace.
Washerisunplugged • Makesurecordispluggedsecurelyintoaworkingoutlet.
Watersupply isturnedoff • Turnbothhotandcoldfaucetsfullyon.
Circuitbreaker/fuseis • Checkhousecircuitbreakers/fuses.Replacefusesor
tripped/blown resetbreaker.Washershouldhaveseparateoutlet.
Controlsare notset properly • HoldSTART/PAUSEbuttonto startcycle.
Automaticself-systemchecks • Firsttimethewasherispluggedin,automaticchecks
occur.Itmaytakeupto 20secondsbeforeyoucanuse
yourwasher.Thisisnormaloperation.
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