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GEAppliances.com
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Owner’s Manual
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
of the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Loading and Using
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .8–10
Consumer Support
Consum
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk WARNING! of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WaTEr HEaTEr SaFETY under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances. If the hot water has not been used f
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com WHEn uSInG THE WaSHEr n Never reach into the washer while it is moving. n The laundry process can reduce the flame Wait until the machine has completely stopped retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, before opening the lid. carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions. Use this n Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids appliance such as vinegar and/or rus
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About the control panel—for models with “pull knob” start. Step 2 Step 1 Step 3 Step 4 • Select load size and other wash options • Add items • Add detergent • Select wash cycle • Add diluted fabric • Close lid softener (on models • Pull knob with a fabric softener dispenser) Quick Start Guide LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE SETTINGS A B C D controls Load Size A Loosely load items in the washer basket. Overloading may negatively impact wash performance. Adjust the load size accordingly. Temperature B Se
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob D The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your items. The chart is ranked from greatest to least wash intensity. Your washer may not have all these cycles. (Cycles vary by model.) WHITES For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play items. (REGULAR WASH/FAST SPIN) DARK COLORS For non-colorfast cottons and blends and item
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About washer features. The Agitator Cap (on some models) The agitator cap fits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on. Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models) The fabric softener dispenser automatically Add water to dispenser until it reaches 3 releases liquid fabric softener. Setting the the maximum fill line. knob ensures that it dispenses at the proper time. Do not stop the washer or raise the lid during the first spin. This will cause the dis
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Loading and using the washer. GEAppliances.com always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Sorting Wash Loads Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy). Proper use of detergent Add detergent before adding items so that the You can use
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. WATER Possible Causes What To Do Too many suds Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load. Type of detergent • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package. Soft water • Try less detergent. Water l
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set properly • Check controls. Lid is open—safety feature • Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary. prevents agitation and spinning when lid is up Circuit br
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do Pilling Result of normal wear on • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the poly-cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out. fuzzy fabrics Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers. or excessive wear buttons, belt buckles, • Remove loose items like pins, objects in pockets and zippers and sharp objects shar
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE Washer Warranty. all warranty service provided by our Factory Service centers, Staple your receipt here. ® or an authorized customer care technician. To schedule service, Proof of the original purchase on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES date is needed to obtain service (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number under the warranty. availa ble when calling for service. For
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Consumer Support. GE appliances Website GEAppliances.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line. Schedule Service GEAppliances.com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience any day of the year! Or call 800.G
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GEApplinaces.com Instrucciones Manual del de seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3 propietario Instrucciones de operación Ajustes de control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5 Cómo cargar y usar la lavadora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Cuidado y limpieza de la lavadora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Funciones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Panel de control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Consejos para la solución
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INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTE. LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR. Por su seguridad, debe seguir las indicaciones de este manual para ¡ADVERTENCIA! minimizar el riesgo de incendio o explosión, descarga eléctrica, o para evitar daños a la propiedad, lesiones personales, o muerte. SEGURIDAD DEL CALENTADOR DE AGUA En determinadas condiciones, en un calentador de agua que no se haya utilizado durante un mínimo de dos semanas se puede producir gas hidrógeno. El gas hidrógeno puede result
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Seguridad Operación Solucionar problemas Soporte al consumidor GEApplinaces.com AL UTILIZAR LA LAVADORA n Nunca introduzca las manos en la lavadora n El proceso de lavado puede reducir el tiempo mientras ésta se encuentre en movimiento. previo a la inflamación de los tejidos. Para evitar Espere a que la máquina se haya detenido por este efecto, siga con atención las instrucciones de completo antes de abrir la tapa. lavado y cuidado del fabricante de la prenda. Utilice este electrodoméstico n No
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Panel de control—para modelos que empieza con una perilla. Paso 2 Paso 1 Paso 3 Paso 4 • Seleccione el tamaño de carga y otras opciones de lavado • Agregue las prendas • Agregue el detergente • Seleccione el ciclo de lavado • Agregue el suavizante • Cierre la puerta diluido (en modelos con • Tire la perilla dosificador para suavizante) Guía rápida LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE SETTINGS A B C D Controles Tamaño de carga A Agregue las prendas sin apretar en el tambor de la lavadora. Sobrecargar el tambor
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Seguridad Operación Solucionar problemas Soporte al consumidor GEApplinaces.com Ciclo de lavado—perilla selectora del ciclo D La tabla siguiente lo ayudará a combinar la configuración de ciclo de lavado con sus prendas. La tabla está clasificada de mayor a menor intensidad de lavado. Su lavadora no puede tener todos estos ciclos. (Los ciclos varían según el modelo.) WHITES (ROPA BLANCA) Para prendas, ropa de cama, de trabajo y de juego de algodón muy o medianamente sucias. (LAVADO COMÚN/CENT
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Funciones de la lavadora. La tapa del agitador o dosificador del suavizante (dependiendo del modelo) La tapa del agitador entra en la parte superior del agitador. Si se sale accidentalmente, simplemente vuelva a colocarla en su lugar. Dosificador de suavizante de telas (dependiendo del modelo) El dosificador de suavizante de telas libera Agregue agua al dosificador hasta que 3 automáticamente el suavizante líquido para llegue a la línea de llenado máximo. telas. Configurar la perilla garantiza
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Seguridad Operación Solucionar problemas Soporte al consumidor Cómo cargar y usar la lavadora. GEApplinaces.com Siempre siga las instrucciones del fabricante de la ropa cuando lave. Separación de cargas Separe por color (blancos, claros, colores), nivel de suciedad, tipo de tela (algodones rústicos, limpieza fácil, delicados) y si la tela produce pelusa (tela de toalla, felpilla) o junta pelusa (terciopelo, pana). Uso correcto del detergente Agregue el detergente antes de colocar las prendas You
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Antes de llamar para solicitar servicio… Consejos para la solución de problemas ¡Ahorre tiempo y dinero! Consulte primero las tablas de las páginas siguientes o visite GEApplinaces.com y quizás no necesite llamar al servicio. AGUA Causas posibles Qué hacer Demasiada espuma Demasiado detergente • Mida el detergente con cuidado. Use menos jabón si tiene agua blanda, una carga más liviana o ropa poco sucia. Tipo de detergente • Cambie a una marca de detergente que haga menos espuma y siga las ins
