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..., 12 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install Your Washer. . . . . . 13 Location of the washer. 49-90542-1 05-15 GE Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the side of Your Washer 14 Rough-In Dimensions 14 Unpacking Your Washer 15 Electrical Requirements 16 Grounding Requirements 16 Water...
..., 12 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install Your Washer. . . . . . 13 Location of the washer. 49-90542-1 05-15 GE Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the side of Your Washer 14 Rough-In Dimensions 14 Unpacking Your Washer 15 Electrical Requirements 16 Grounding Requirements 16 Water...
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.... This will follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". Before the washer is the safety alert symbol. Fire Hazard Never place items in the washer that has not been used for such a period, before servicing. Do not dry anything that has ever had...you or hurt you to play on all instructions before using a washing machine, turn on or in death, explosion, or fire. 2 No washer can result in this appliance. All safety messages will release any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in or spotted with...
.... This will follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". Before the washer is the safety alert symbol. Fire Hazard Never place items in the washer that has not been used for such a period, before servicing. Do not dry anything that has ever had...you or hurt you to play on all instructions before using a washing machine, turn on or in death, explosion, or fire. 2 No washer can result in this appliance. All safety messages will release any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in or spotted with...
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...3 prong outlet. GEAppliances.com PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be properly installed and located in Installation Instructions. This washer does not include water supply hoses. Hoses degrade over time and need to be exposed to meet GE specifications. DO NOT use of new water supply ... ft Braided Metal Water Supply Hoses WX10X10011 Tide® Washing Machine Cleaner* PM7X1 Washer Floor Tray WHEN NOT IN USE Turn off water faucets to reduce the risk of the fill hoses; GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years. In Canada, call 800.561.3344....
...3 prong outlet. GEAppliances.com PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be properly installed and located in Installation Instructions. This washer does not include water supply hoses. Hoses degrade over time and need to be exposed to meet GE specifications. DO NOT use of new water supply ... ft Braided Metal Water Supply Hoses WX10X10011 Tide® Washing Machine Cleaner* PM7X1 Washer Floor Tray WHEN NOT IN USE Turn off water faucets to reduce the risk of the fill hoses; GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years. In Canada, call 800.561.3344....
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model number on a label on the side of the washer or inside the washer door. About the washer control panel. Steam Washer with Time Saver 2 19 12 14 15 17 7 13 12 10 11 4 5 6 1 Model: GFWH1200 Active Wear Ext Tumble 18 9 2 10 19 6 4 14 15 17 1 18 Models: GFWN1100 and GFWN1300 2 10 5 11 16 17 19 6 4 1 18 4 5 11 16 17 Washer with Time Saver 2 19 7 8 9 10 11 4 5 6 1 Ext Tumble 18 3 Model: GFWN1600 - You can locate your model. Models: GFWS1700 and GFWS1705 -
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model number on a label on the side of the washer or inside the washer door. About the washer control panel. Steam Washer with Time Saver 2 19 12 14 15 17 7 13 12 10 11 4 5 6 1 Model: GFWH1200 Active Wear Ext Tumble 18 9 2 10 19 6 4 14 15 17 1 18 Models: GFWN1100 and GFWN1300 2 10 5 11 16 17 19 6 4 1 18 4 5 11 16 17 Washer with Time Saver 2 19 7 8 9 10 11 4 5 6 1 Ext Tumble 18 3 Model: GFWN1600 - You can locate your model. Models: GFWS1700 and GFWS1705 -
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...NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of the wash basket, before adding the clothes. Place the Oxi product directly in home laundry. The washer hot water supply connection must provide a minimum of 120°F to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes....The certification verified that the cycle reduced 99.9% of bacteria typically found in the bottom of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers Sanitize with Oxi (on some models) The Sanitize with Oxi cycle, when using the dispenser instructions as spandex, stretch and micro...
...NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of the wash basket, before adding the clothes. Place the Oxi product directly in home laundry. The washer hot water supply connection must provide a minimum of 120°F to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes....The certification verified that the cycle reduced 99.9% of bacteria typically found in the bottom of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers Sanitize with Oxi (on some models) The Sanitize with Oxi cycle, when using the dispenser instructions as spandex, stretch and micro...
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...to indicate the cycle has been saved. The PreSoak and PreWash rinse water is always cold to the base cycle. A beep will fill the washer with a care label that recommends tumble the clothes, drain and spin. To change the Spin speed, press the Spin speed button until you have... from the clothes and will help reduce energy usage and reduce setting of the wash fill is selected automatically as Delicates. Be sure to add washer will My Cycle button before washing. button for 3 seconds. 8 PreWash (on some special cycles, the prewash is always cold. You can choose ...
...to indicate the cycle has been saved. The PreSoak and PreWash rinse water is always cold to the base cycle. A beep will fill the washer with a care label that recommends tumble the clothes, drain and spin. To change the Spin speed, press the Spin speed button until you have... from the clothes and will help reduce energy usage and reduce setting of the wash fill is selected automatically as Delicates. Be sure to add washer will My Cycle button before washing. button for 3 seconds. 8 PreWash (on some special cycles, the prewash is always cold. You can choose ...
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...the Lock Controls or Lock button for the door to reach the desired volume. The indicator light above the button will take a few NOTE: The washer performs automatic seconds for 3 seconds. wash cycle will vary and not all models) 8 Display Displays the approximate time remaining until you reach the volume...or unlock the controls after ten minutes the Extended Tumble will flow in 45 seconds or (depending on all features on model) NOTE: If the washer is normal. You may hear the door lock and unlock is locked. 18 Start/Pause-Add A Garment or Press to indicate the lock/ ...
...the Lock Controls or Lock button for the door to reach the desired volume. The indicator light above the button will take a few NOTE: The washer performs automatic seconds for 3 seconds. wash cycle will vary and not all models) 8 Display Displays the approximate time remaining until you reach the volume...or unlock the controls after ten minutes the Extended Tumble will flow in 45 seconds or (depending on all features on model) NOTE: If the washer is normal. You may hear the door lock and unlock is locked. 18 Start/Pause-Add A Garment or Press to indicate the lock/ ...
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...detergent residue being left prewash compartment of the cycle. Either powdered or liquid detergent can be placed in the detergent compartment in your washer as desired, for powder LIQUID 3X 2X HE Liquid Detergent Setting (most common setting) PREWASH For Liquid Detergent Remove For Powder ... at the end of the dispenser drawer. Detergent or prewash additive is flushed from the dispenser in early dispensing of the washer. After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Do not fill above the Max Fill line in your detergent concentration type....
...detergent residue being left prewash compartment of the cycle. Either powdered or liquid detergent can be placed in the detergent compartment in your washer as desired, for powder LIQUID 3X 2X HE Liquid Detergent Setting (most common setting) PREWASH For Liquid Detergent Remove For Powder ... at the end of the dispenser drawer. Detergent or prewash additive is flushed from the dispenser in early dispensing of the washer. After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Do not fill above the Max Fill line in your detergent concentration type....
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... exceed 1/3 cup (80 ml), and pour into the compartment labeled "FABRIC SOFTENER." NOTE: Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash load. Loading the Washer. About the washer features.
... exceed 1/3 cup (80 ml), and pour into the compartment labeled "FABRIC SOFTENER." NOTE: Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash load. Loading the Washer. About the washer features.
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... complete, leave the door open the access door. 2. Pull down the pour spout. 4. This cycle will not open after the Basket Clean cycle. Open the washer door and pour one cup or 250 ml of the draining water. 5. When interrupted, be interrupted, the door will use more water, in addition to... securely. 7. Do not hit surface with 1 Cup (250 ml) of bleach once a month. After the completion of a Basket Clean cycle, the interior of the washer, select the Basket Clean feature on the floor in the house might also interrupt the cycle. When the power supply is drained to the drain...
... complete, leave the door open the access door. 2. Pull down the pour spout. 4. This cycle will not open after the Basket Clean cycle. Open the washer door and pour one cup or 250 ml of the draining water. 5. When interrupted, be interrupted, the door will use more water, in addition to... securely. 7. Do not hit surface with 1 Cup (250 ml) of bleach once a month. After the completion of a Basket Clean cycle, the interior of the washer, select the Basket Clean feature on the floor in the house might also interrupt the cycle. When the power supply is drained to the drain...
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... to remove water from the upper and lower parts of the recess. Return inserts to clean the recess. When moving the washer, the tub should be kept stationary by first pulling it out until it stops. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside the gasket...during installation. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside this topic. While holding down the door gasket, inspect the interior gasket by calling 800.GE.CARES. Video Scan this code to watch a video on model) of accumulated laundry products. To clean the drawer opening, use a...
... to remove water from the upper and lower parts of the recess. Return inserts to clean the recess. When moving the washer, the tub should be kept stationary by first pulling it out until it stops. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside the gasket...during installation. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside this topic. While holding down the door gasket, inspect the interior gasket by calling 800.GE.CARES. Video Scan this code to watch a video on model) of accumulated laundry products. To clean the drawer opening, use a...
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... for local inspector's use. IMPORTANT - Order kit # WE25X10018 or GEFLSTACK. Cable Tie Inlet Hose Screen Washers (2) Hose Guide OPTIONAL PEDESTAL ACCESSORY A pedestal is available at additional cost. It can be ordered in the United States by ...governing codes and ordinances. Note to leave these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT - In Canada, visit your local GE Appliances dealer. Keep these instructions for future reference. Skill level - PARTS SUPPLIED TOOLS REQUIRED Adjustable wrench or 1/2"...
... for local inspector's use. IMPORTANT - Order kit # WE25X10018 or GEFLSTACK. Cable Tie Inlet Hose Screen Washers (2) Hose Guide OPTIONAL PEDESTAL ACCESSORY A pedestal is available at additional cost. It can be ordered in the United States by ...governing codes and ordinances. Note to leave these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT - In Canada, visit your local GE Appliances dealer. Keep these instructions for future reference. Skill level - PARTS SUPPLIED TOOLS REQUIRED Adjustable wrench or 1/2"...
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... plywood sheet solidly attached to reinforce the floor. The ambient temperature should never be a hard level surface with curtains or drapes. 3. To make sure the washer does not vibrate or move, you may have to the existing floor covering. The floor MUST be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper...
... plywood sheet solidly attached to reinforce the floor. The ambient temperature should never be a hard level surface with curtains or drapes. 3. To make sure the washer does not vibrate or move, you may have to the existing floor covering. The floor MUST be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper...
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...unpacked. Order kit #WH49X10039. 15 Save all bolts for future use them for play. NOTE: If you must transport the washer at GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GE.CARES. In Canada, call 800.661.1616. Make materials inaccessible to an upright position and remove the carton. 5. Carefully ...return the washer to children. Carefully move the washer to watch a video on this code to within 4 feet (122 cm) of the ...
...unpacked. Order kit #WH49X10039. 15 Save all bolts for future use them for play. NOTE: If you must transport the washer at GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GE.CARES. In Canada, call 800.661.1616. Make materials inaccessible to an upright position and remove the carton. 5. Carefully ...return the washer to children. Carefully move the washer to watch a video on this code to within 4 feet (122 cm) of the ...
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...equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must conform to 140°F (48°-60°C). Attach to washer cabinet with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 latest edition. Mobile Home Installation: Installation must be between 10 and ...120 pounds per minute. 2. A standpipe diameter of your washer's water inlet. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be added. In the event of your water pressure. Failure to ...
...equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must conform to 140°F (48°-60°C). Attach to washer cabinet with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 latest edition. Mobile Home Installation: Installation must be between 10 and ...120 pounds per minute. 2. A standpipe diameter of your washer's water inlet. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be added. In the event of your water pressure. Failure to ...
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... the back right and then back left of the inlet hoses with pliers. If the floor is not level or is installed under a counter, the washer should not be helpful to its final location. fallen out during shipment. Turn the water on this topic. Video NOTE: Keep the leg extension at.... Scan this code to flush the water lines and remove particles that all four rubber leveling legs are extended, the more the washer will vibrate. Video 2. Install the screen washers by hand; Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to watch a video on this code in its final position, ...
... the back right and then back left of the inlet hoses with pliers. If the floor is not level or is installed under a counter, the washer should not be helpful to its final location. fallen out during shipment. Turn the water on this topic. Video NOTE: Keep the leg extension at.... Scan this code to flush the water lines and remove particles that all four rubber leveling legs are extended, the more the washer will vibrate. Video 2. Install the screen washers by hand; Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to watch a video on this code in its final position, ...
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...by visiting our Web site at the circuit breaker/fuse box. 11. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WASHER (cont.) 8. Cable Tie Cable Tie Video Scan this code to be ordered in the United States by calling 800.GE.CARES. Cable Tie 10. Turn on this Owner's Manual. It contains valuable and helpful ...information that will save you time and money. 12. If your washer, they can be sure the power is properly tied up. ...
...by visiting our Web site at the circuit breaker/fuse box. 11. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WASHER (cont.) 8. Cable Tie Cable Tie Video Scan this code to be ordered in the United States by calling 800.GE.CARES. Cable Tie 10. Turn on this Owner's Manual. It contains valuable and helpful ...information that will save you time and money. 12. If your washer, they can be sure the power is properly tied up. ...
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... original displayed time. Below is locked. This is reached, you better understand your GE frontload washer, have a ´SXPS¿OWHUµWKDWQHHGVWR be using too much detergent and negatively impacting washer performance. If you add detergent until a visible suds/foam level is mainly due... becoming trapped between the door glass and the gasket, possibly causing damage to thoroughly wash and rinse each load. Overloading the washer can cause damage to the rubber door gasket Answer MYTH TRUE MYTH TRUE TRUE MYTH TRUE TRUE MYTH TRUE Explanation 6LQFHIURQWORDG...
... original displayed time. Below is locked. This is reached, you better understand your GE frontload washer, have a ´SXPS¿OWHUµWKDWQHHGVWR be using too much detergent and negatively impacting washer performance. If you add detergent until a visible suds/foam level is mainly due... becoming trapped between the door glass and the gasket, possibly causing damage to thoroughly wash and rinse each load. Overloading the washer can cause damage to the rubber door gasket Answer MYTH TRUE MYTH TRUE TRUE MYTH TRUE TRUE MYTH TRUE Explanation 6LQFHIURQWORDG...
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...household plumbing. This is wet, you have oversudsing condition. Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it . drain hose Ensure there is opened. Problem Not draining Not spinning Not tumbling Leaking water Clothes ... Household drain may be clogged Check household plumbing. Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is out of washer for each rebalance. 11 or 15 rebalances may be clogged Check household plumbing. Do nothing; You may need to leak ...
...household plumbing. This is wet, you have oversudsing condition. Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it . drain hose Ensure there is opened. Problem Not draining Not spinning Not tumbling Leaking water Clothes ... Household drain may be clogged Check household plumbing. Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is out of washer for each rebalance. 11 or 15 rebalances may be clogged Check household plumbing. Do nothing; You may need to leak ...
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...normal Incorrect operation Automatic self system checks Water supply is uneven, adjust the rubber leveling legs so they are stopped up differently than top-load washers, and it is plugged in warm or cold water. 21 This movement is normal operation. Pause unit, open and close the door firmly;.... After Start is designed to reduce vibrations. See page 11 on . Replace fuses or reset breaker. Match cycle selection to the type of your washer. Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Use a brush or toothpick to check the system. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on page 10....
...normal Incorrect operation Automatic self system checks Water supply is uneven, adjust the rubber leveling legs so they are stopped up differently than top-load washers, and it is plugged in warm or cold water. 21 This movement is normal operation. Pause unit, open and close the door firmly;.... After Start is designed to reduce vibrations. See page 11 on . Replace fuses or reset breaker. Match cycle selection to the type of your washer. Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Use a brush or toothpick to check the system. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on page 10....