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GEAppliances.com
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5
GFWN1000
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 , 7
WBVH5200
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8–10
WBVH5300
Loading and Using the Washer . . . .10, 11
WCVH6400
Cleaning the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .12–14
WCVH6800
WHDVH680
Installation Instructio
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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, operatin
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions GEAppliances.com WHEn uSInG THE WaSHEr n Never reach into washer while it is moving. n Never attempt to operate this appliance Wait until the machine has completely stopped if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially before opening the door. disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. Use this n Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia appliance or aci
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About the washer control panel. Find the illustration that closely matches your model and see the cycle descriptions starting on page 6 for details. (On some models) 4 Installation Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Instructions
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions GEAppliances.com 5
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About the washer control panel. 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. 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. The GentleClean lifters lightly tumble the clothes into the water and detergent solution to clean the load. WHItES For heavily to li
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions GEAppliances.com Soil Level 3 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 you have reached the desired setting. Spin Speed 4 Changing the SPIN SPEED changes the final spin speed of the cycles. Always follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when changing the SPIN SPEED. To c
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About the washer features. noTE: Features may not be available on all washer models. Cycle Signal 7 Use the SIGNAL button to change Press the button until you reach the volume of the end of cycle signal. the desired volume. Prewash (on some models) 8 detergent, or the proper wash additive Prewash is an extra wash before to the prewash dispenser. the main wash. Use it for heavily soiled clothes or for clothes with a care label NOTE: When selecting prewash, that recommends prewashing before
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions GEAppliances.com The Dispenser Drawer Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling You may see water in the bleach and fabric it out until it stops. softener compartments at the end of the cycle. This is a result of the flushing/siphoning action after adding laundry products, slowly close and is part of the normal operation of the the dispenser drawer. closing the drawer too washer. quickly
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About the washer features. The Fabric Softener Compartment IMPORTANT: The fabric softener compartment dilute with water to the maximum fill line. position varies by model. Be sure to identify do not exceed the maximum fill line. overfilling the correct compartment for fabric softener can cause early dispensing of the fabric softener before using. which could stain clothes. If desired, pour the recommended amount NOTE: do not pour fabric softener directly of liquid fabric softener into the com
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions GEAppliances.com Loading the Washer Wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely added To add items after washer has started, press items. Do not wash fabrics containing flammable START/PAUSE and wait until the door is unlatched. materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.). The washer may take up to 30 seconds to unlock the door after pressing START/PAUSE depending on the machine conditions. Do
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Cleaning the washer. care and cleaning Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Do not hit surface with sharp objects. Moving and 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 stationary by using the shipping bolts removed during installation. See Installation Instructions in this book. If these parts are not available, they
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions GEAppliances.com Cleaning the 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 they are not dumped to the drain. To retrieve lost items, clean out the pump filter. Pump 1. Using a coin or flat screwdriver filter in the notch on the door, open the access door. 2. Place a
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Cleaning the washer. Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month. n 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 n Remove the inserts from the bleach and fabric softener compartments and the detergent inse
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Installation Washer Instructions If you have any questions, call 800.GE.carES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com tOOLS rEQUIrED FOr BEFOrE yOU BEgIn WaSHEr InStaLLatIOn read these instructions completely and carefully. o 1/4″ nut driver • IMPOrtant – Save these instructions o 3/8″ socket with ratchet for local inspector’s use. o 3/8″ open-end wrench • IMPOrtant – Observe all governing codes and ordinances. o Adjustable wrench or 7/16″ socket with ratchet • note to Install
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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 should (68.6 cm) (5.6 cm) 20.4” (51.9 cm) never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper washer ELECTRONIC TRANSPARENT VISOR 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 c
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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
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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 faucets and carefully. MUSt be 3/4″ (1.9 cm) garden hose-type so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUSt be between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch. Your water department can WarnIng: tO rEDUCE tHE rISk OF advise you of your water pressure. The hot water FIrE, ELECtrICa
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Installation Instructions InStaLLIng tHE WaSHEr 5. Carefully move the washer to its final location. Gently rock the washer into position. It is important not to 1. Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to flush damage the rubber leveling legs when moving your the water lines and remove particles that might clog up washer the water valve screens. to its final location. Damaged legs can increase washer 2. Remove the inlet hoses from the plastic bag. vibration. It may be helpful to spray wi
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Installation Instructions 9. Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/fuse box. InStaLLIng tHE WaSHEr (cont.) 10. Read the rest of this Owner’s Manual. It contains 7. Attach the U-shaped hose guide to the end of the valuable and helpful information that will save you drain hose. Place the hose in a laundry tub or time and money. standpipe and secure it with the cable tie provided in the enclosure package. 11. Before starting the washer, check to make sure: nOtE: Placing the drain hose too far do
