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ge.com
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Owner’s Manual
WBB6700
Operating Instructions
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
WCRE6270
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
WKRE6280
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
WNRE6280
Loading and Using
WTRE6260
the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
WWRE6260
EWA6500
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .12–14
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 of fire WARNING! 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 for tw
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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. Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia Use this or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. To minimi
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About the washer control panel. • Select load size and • Add detergent • Add clothes other wash options • Add diluted fabric • Select wash cycle softener (on models • Close lid with a fabric softener dispenser) • Push START Quick Start Guide NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting. Model WCRE6270 Model WKRE6280 4
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ge.com Model WNRE6280 Models WTRE6260, WWRE6260 and EWA6500 Model WBB6700 5
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About the washer control settings. Color Logic Select the correct TEMPERATURE setting. Match the particular color below the words with the same color on the WASH/SPIN SPEED setting. Next, match the color again 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 COLD 2 (which is a particular color). Choose the WASH/SPIN SPEED setting that matches
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the Cycle Selector knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection. Press START to begin the new cycle selection. REMEMBER: When choosing the cycle, the Cycle Selector knob can be pointed anywhere within the shaded range for the cycle setting. The
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About washer features. Stain Assist (on some models) This option provides the flexibility to add a short agitation and a soaking period to the beginning of any selected wash cycle. 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 provides a second deep cold rinse. Extended Spin Option (on some models) (appearance and features may vary) Use this option to extract more water from your clothes. Clo
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model) The agitator cap fits into the top of the Add water to dispenser until it 3 reaches the maximum fill line. agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on. The fabric softener dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause
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Loading and using the washer. 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 You can use less detergent if you have soft water, adding clothes so that the detergent can a smaller load or a light
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com 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 the remove water from drain pump and hoses. See the basket, use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid Installation Instructions packed with product for detergent, then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty information on how to rei
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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 rinse cycle • This normal. The PerfecTemp feature is designed wash temperature not to activate during a cold rinse cycle to improve is incorrect the energy efficiency of your washer. (Review PerfecTemp All the water in your household • Wait until the wat
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.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 breaker/fuse
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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 zippers and sharp objects and sharp
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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
