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Care and Cleaning
Loading and using the washer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. ge.com
Sorting Wash Loads
Loading the Washer
Wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely
added items. Do not wash fabrics containing
flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
To add items after washer has started,
press START/PAUSE and wait until the door is
unlatched. The washer may take up to 30 seconds
to unlock the door after pressing START/PAUSE
depending on the machine conditions. Do not
try to force open the door when it is locked. After
the door unlocks, open gently. Add items, close
the door and press START/PAUSE to restart.
Colors
Whites
Lights
Darks
Soil
Heavy
Normal
Light
Fabric
Delicates
Easy Care
Sturdy Cottons
Lint
Lint Producers
Lint Collectors
■ Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than half the
total wash load.
■ Washing single items is not recommended. This may cause an out-of-balance load. Add one or two similar
items.
■ Pillows and comforters should not be mixed with other items. This may cause an out-of-balance load.
Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Do not hit surface with
sharp objects.
Interior: Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket (including attached hoses) and door
glass. These areas should always be clean to ensure a water tight seal.
It is recommended to rinse the washer at least once per year with 1/3 cup of bleach (no clothes),
using any of the wash cycles.
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 can be ordered by
visiting our Website at ge.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES.
Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will
be below freezing.
Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.