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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5
GBVH6260
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
GCVH6260
Fabric Care Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
WCVH6260
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8
Loading and Using the Washer . . .9, 10
WBVH6240
WHDVH626
Installation Instructions . . . . . .12–17
Drain Requirements . . . . . . . . .
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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. 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 MUST be applied when installing, operati
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WHEN USING THE WASHER Never reach into washer while it is moving. Never attempt to operate this appliance if Wait until the machine has completely stopped it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially before opening the door. disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. Use this Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or appliance acids such as v
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About the washer control panel. You can locate your model number on a label on the side of the washer. Model WCVH6260 1 6 10 9 11 PRE WASH EXTRA RINSE SPIN DELAY DOOR LOCKED ACTIVE WEAR EASY CARE DELICATES STAIN WASH HANDWASH COLORS/ SPEED WASH NORMAL WHITES RINSE & SPIN HOLD 3 SEC MY CYCLE TO STORE 8 2 7 12 3 4 5 Model WHDVH626 1 6 10 9 11 8 2 7 12 3 4 5 Model WBVH6240 1 6 10 9 11 PRE WASH EXTRA RINSE SPIN DELAY DOOR LOCKED DELICATES ACTIVE WEAR HANDWASH EASY CARE SPEED WASH STAIN WASH DRAIN
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Model GBVH6260 1 6 10 9 11 8 2 7 12 3 4 5 Model GCVH6260 1 6 10 9 11 8 2 7 12 3 4 5 Power 1 Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into standby mode. NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. 5
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About the washer control panel. Wash Cycles 2 The wash cycles are optimized for specific types of wash loads. The chart below will help you match the wash setting with the loads. WHITES For heavily to lightly soiled white cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. COLORS/NORMAL For heavy to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. STAIN WASH For heavy soiled colorfast cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permane
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the washer features. NOTE: Features may not be available on all washer models. ge.com Cycle Signal 7 Use the SIGNAL button to change the Press the button until you reach the volume of the end of cycle signal. desired volume. Prewash 8 Prewash is an extra wash before the NOTE: When selecting prewash, it is main wash. Use it for heavily soiled recommended to use powder detergent in the
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About the washer features. NOTE: Features may not be available on all washer models. The Dispenser Drawer Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling it You may see water in the bleach and fabric softener out until it stops. 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. After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of t
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. ge.com Sorting Wash Loads Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. Colors Soil Fabric Lint Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producers Lights Normal Easy Care Lint Collectors Darks Light Sturdy Cottons Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not
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Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and fabric softener may 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 left rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab, pulling out the drawer. Lock tab is visible only after drawer has been pulled out Remove the inserts
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the washer features. ge.com Fabric Care Labels Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering. WASH LABELS Machine wash Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ Do not wash Do not wring cycle Hand wash wrinkle resistant delicate Water temperature Hot Warm Cold/cool (50°C/120°F) (40°C/105°F) (30°C/85°F) BLEACH LABELS Bleach symbols Any bleach Do not bleach
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Installation Washer Models GBHV6260 GCVH6260 Instructions WCVH6260 WBVH6240 WHDVH626 If you have any questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: ge.com TOOLS REQUIRED FOR BEFORE YOU BEGIN WASHER INSTALLATION Read these instructions completely and carefully. ❏ 1/4″ nut driver • IMPORTANT – Save these ❏ 3/8″ socket with ratchet instructions for local inspector’s use. ❏ 3/8″ open-end wrench • IMPORTANT – Observe all ❏ Adjustable wrench or 7/16″ socket with ratchet governin
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Installation Instructions LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS Do Not Install the Washer: FRONT 1.In an area exposed to dripping water or outside 27.0” 2.2” weather conditions. The ambient temperature (68.6 cm) (5.6 cm) 20.4” (51.9 cm) should never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper ELECTRONIC TRANSPARENT VISOR washer operation. 2.In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or drapes. 3.On carpet. The floor MUST be a hard surface with a maximum slope of 1/2″ per foot (1.27 cm p
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Installation Instructions UNPACKING THE WASHER WARNING: Recycle or destroy the carton and plastic bags after the washer is unpacked. Make materials inaccessible to children. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing suffocation. 1. Cut and remove the top and bottom packaging straps. 2. While it is in the carton, carefully lay the washer on its side. DO NOT lay the washer on its front or back. 3. Turn down the b
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Installation Instructions WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within Read these instructions completely 42 inches (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The and carefully. faucets MUST be 3/4″ (1.9 cm) garden hose-type so CIRCUIT – Individual, properly polarized and grounded inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST be 15-amp branch circuit fused with 15-amp time-delay fuse between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch. Your water
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WASHER 5. Carefully move the washer to its final location. Gently rock the washer into position. 1. Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to flush the water lines and remove particles that might clog up NOTE: Do not use the dispenser drawer or door to lift the water valve screens. the washer. 2. Remove the inlet hoses from the plastic bag. NOTE: If you are installing into a drain pan, you can use a 24-inch long 2x4 to lever the washer into place.
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Installation Instructions 9. Turn on the power at a circuit breaker/fuse box. INSTALLING THE WASHER (cont.) 10. Read the rest of this Owner’s Manual. It contains 7. Attach U-shaped hose guide to the end of the drain valuable and helpful information that will save you hose. Place the hose in a laundry tub or standpipe time and money. and secure it with the cable tie provided in the enclosure package. 11. Before starting the washer, check to make sure: NOTE: If the drain hose is placed in a standp
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. WATER Possible Causes What To Do Water leaks Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at washer and improperly connected faucets and make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility. Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call be clogged a plumber. C
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Washer pauses in cycle The washer normally pauses between washing steps Washer is executing initial • The washer executes a check every time the washer is entrapment check started. Washer locks, rocks basket, and then unlocks for ten seconds to ensure safe operation. Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely in
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Before you call for service… PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do Clothes too wet Load is out of balance • Redistribute load. 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 Grayed or yellowed Not enough detergent • Use correct amount of detergent. clothes Not using HE (high efficiency) • Use HE detergent. detergent Hard water • Use hottest water safe for fa
