Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product GFWS3500 GE
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GEAppliances.com 49-90390 GE 05/13/10 Wa she r s Safety Instructions ............................. 2, 3 Operating Instructions Control Panels ..................................................... 4 Control Settings ....................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
3 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the door. Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover.
About the washer control panel. 4 Find the illustration that closely matches your model and see the cycle descriptions starting on page 6 for details. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating I.
About the washer control settings. GEAppliances.com 5 2 Power 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 The wash cycles are optimized for specific types of wash loads.
Soil Level 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. You can choose between Extra Light, Light, Normal or Heavy soil.
7 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the washer features. NOTE: Features may not be available on all washer models. GEAppliances.com Delay Start You can delay the start of a wash cycle for 10–18 hours, depending on the model.
About the washer features. The Dispenser Drawer Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling it out until it stops. After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the bleach, fabric softener or detergent.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 9 Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Loading the Washer Wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely added items. Do not wash fabrics containing fl ammable materials (waxes, cleaning fl uids, etc.). To add items after washer has started, press START/PAUSE and wait until the door is unlatched.
11 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Cleaning the washer. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Interior of the Washer To clean the interior of the washer, select the BasketClean feature on the control panel.
Pour spout Pour spout Cleaning the Door Gasket Open the washer door. Using both hands, press down the door gasket. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside the gasket. Make sure there is nothing blocking the holes behind the gasket. While holding down the door gasket, inspect the interior gasket by pulling it down with your fingers.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 13 D ispenser 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.
Installation Washer Instructions If you have any questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit www.geappliances or call 1.800.561.3344. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully.
15 Installation Instructions LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER Do Not Install the Washer: 1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper washer operation. 2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or drapes.
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.
17 Installation Instructions WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42 inches (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The faucets 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.
6. With the washer in its final position, place a level on top of the washer (if the washer is installed under a counter, the washer should not be able to rock). Adjust the front leveling legs up or down to ensure the washer is resting solid. Turn the lock nuts on each leg up towards the base of the washer and snug with a wrench.
19 Installation Instructions 3. Rotate the cycle knob and select PE1 or PE2 for pedestal. Press the START button to make the selection PE1 is YES and PE2 is NO .
Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Before you call for service… Problem Possible Cause What T o Do Not.
21 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Before you call for service… GEAppliances.
Problem Possible Cause What T o Do Water does not enter washer or enters slowly Automatic self system checks Water supply is turned off Water valve screens are stopped up • After START is pressed, the washer does several system checks. Water will flow 60 seconds after START is pressed.
GEAppliances.com 23 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Problem Possible Cause What T o Do Detergent leak Incorrect placement of detergent insert This is normal • Make sure deter gent insert is properly located and fully seated.
24 For The Period Of: We Will Replace: GE Washer Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care Æ technician. To schedule service, visit us on-line at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.
2 5 GE Washer Warranty. (For customers in Canada) All warranty service provided by our Factory S er vice Centres or an authorized technician. For ser vice, call 1.800.561.3344. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for ser vice.
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