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ge.com
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Owner’s Manual
GHDRE526
Operating Instructions
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
GHDSE524
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
WHDRE526
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8
WHSE5240
Loading and Using
WHRE5260
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10
WSERE526
WZRE5260
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .11–13
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . .Back Cover
Warranty
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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 ge.com WHEN USING THE WASHER Never reach into washer while it is moving. 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 Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia appliance or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover.
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About the control panel. • Select load size and other wash options • Add clothes • Add detergent • Select wash cycle • Add diluted fabric • Close lid softener (on models • Press START with a fabric Quick Start Guide softener dispenser) NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting. Model WHSE5240 Models WHRE5260 and WHDRE526 Model WSERE526 Model WZRE5260 4
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ge.com Model GHDSE524 FILL SOAK —WASH TIME/TEMPS DE LAVAGE— RINSE 2ND RINSE SPIN REMPLISSAGE TREMPAGE 15 MIN 12 MIN 9 MIN 6 MIN RINÇAGE RINÇAGE ESSORAGE LOAD/CHARGE TEMPERATURE OPTIONS Super Capacity/Capacité Plus WASH-RINSE LAVAGE-RINÇAGE QUICK RINSE/ LIGHT/ RINÇAGE RAPIDE COLD-COLD HOT-COLD OFF 2ND RINSE/ SPIN ONLY/ SUPER LÉGER RE. FROID-FROID CHAUD-FROID ARRÊT RINÇAGE ESSORAGE SEUL MEDIUM COTTONS START/ LARGE PREWASH COTONS EXTRA DÉPART PRÉ-LAVAGE NORMAL- FAST/ RAPIDE NORMAL- SLOW/
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About the control settings. Color Logic Select the correct TEMPERATURE setting. Match the particular color below the words with the same color on the Cycle Selector knob. Example: Washing a load of medium soiled cotton towels and sheets. Choose the LOAD SIZE. 1 Choose the TEMPERATURE setting—for this load it would be the HOT wash temperature (which is a particular 2 color). Turn the Cycle Selector knob to the area that has the same color as the TEMPERATURE setting you have 3 chosen—for this load
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com About washer features. Autosoak Option (on some models) This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically. On some models, this option is located on the Cycle Selector knob. 2nd Rinse Option (on some models) When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the 2nd Rinse option. It p
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About washer features. Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models) Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator. 1 Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down 2 on the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover. To clean the dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the 3 following solution: 1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy-duty liquid detergent 1 cup (
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Loading and using the washer. ge.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 and start the washer before adding You can use less det
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Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Care and Cleaning of the Washer Wash Basket: Leave the lid open after washing to Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean remove water from drain pump and hoses. See the the basket, use a clean soft cloth dampened with Installation Instructions packed with product for liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh information on how to reinstal
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit ge.com. You may not need to call for service. PERFECTEMP Possible Causes What To Do PerfecTemp The washer is in a cold • This normal. The PerfecTemp feature is designed not to wash temperature rinse cycle activate during a cold rinse cycle to improve the energy is incorrect efficiency o
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Before you call for service… 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 breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com 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,
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Notes. 14 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
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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, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.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. available when calling for service
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Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website ge.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, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also “Ask Our Team of Experts ” your questions, and so much more... Schedule Service ge.com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedul
