GE S2100 User's Manual
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1. allow moisture to evaporate If you want to clean the basket use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent then rinse Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners Fill Hoses Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every 5 years Exterior Immediately wipe off any spills Wipe with damp cloth Try not to hit surface with sharp objects Fabric Care Labels Loading and using the washer Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label when laundering Care and Cleaning of the Washer Moving and Storage Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses See the Installation Instructions packed with product for information on how to reinstall the shipping rod to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer For more information visit ge com or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Long Vacations Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing Below are fabric care label symbols that affect the clothing you will be laundering WASH LABELS Machine iz wash 1 Normal Permanent Press Gentle vvrinkle resistant delicate V ater temperature Hot 50 C 120 F Warm 40 C 105 F DRY LABELS Tumble dry Dry Normal 3 Heat setting o Medium Low Special instructions Line dry hang to dry Drip dry2. BLEACH LABELS Bleach symbols Any bleach Only non chlorine bleach when needed when needed 16 Hand wash OO 4 Permanent Press Gentle wrinkle resistant delicate bt 220 Do not wash Do not wring Cold cool 30 C 85 F bd Do not dry used with Do not tumble dry do not wash No heat air Ill El Z Dry flat In the shade A 2 Do not bleach Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips ge com Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages or visit ge com You may not need to call for service PERFECTEMP PLUS Possible Causes What To Do on some models PerfecTemp Plus wash washer is in a cold This is normal The PerfecTemp Plus feature temperature is incorrect rinse cycle on some models is designed not to activate during a on some models cold rinse cycle to improve the energy efficiency of your washer Review PerfecTemp All the water in the household Wait until the water in the water heater is heated to the Plus in the About washer water heater has been used correct temperature features section on some models PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do Clothes too wet Incorrect spin speed Make sure the spin cycle selected matches the load you selected are washing Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric e Check fab
3. MEDIUM cow START PULSED PAUSE For non colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer 70 Easy CARE MEDIUM O MEDIUM O COLD o START SLOW FAST PAUSE For knits wrinkle free and permanent press items COLD HAND VVASH SMALL o LIGHT o COLD o PULSED For lingerie and items labeled hand washable with light soils Provides periods of agitation and soak during wash and rinse 70 CASUALS LARGE O MEDIUM O COLD o PULSED For wrinkle free and permanent press items and knits Provides agitate pause cycles to clean your heavily soiled items Changing the automatic settings You can change any of the automatic settings simply by pressing the desired pads ge com suononysuy Ajajes gt z x 5 A 2 a S 7 sd l Dunoouys lqnoll s umnsuog 2 Stain 5 Wash S S b PRE v soak PRE SOAK Appearance may vary s S 2 D 4 o QUICK RINSE HANG DRY FAST SLOW Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 About Clothes Care Cycles STAIN WASH on some models For heavily soiled or stained items Adds an extra agitation and soak at the beginning of the wash cycle PRESOAK To presoak a load and go straight into a wash cycle Select your wash cycle press the PRESOAK pad then press the START pad M Starts with three minu
4. 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 Cy Proper Use of Detergent Add detergent and start the washer before adding You can use less detergent if you have soft water clothes so that the detergent can work effectively a smaller load or a lightly soiled load Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems 4 Loading the Washer Az Load dry items loosely no higher than the top E Do not wrap long items like sheets or pants row of holes in the washer basket When loading around the agitator wet items make sure you set the load water level high enough to allow the items to move freely Water level should just cover the clothes To add items after washer has started push in Cycle El Agitation will not start with the lid up knob and submerge additional items next to the agitator Close the lid and pull Cycle knob out to restart M Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials waxes cleaning fluids etc 15 suononysuy Ajajes gt z x 5 lt A S Q a S 7 sd l 5 011 s umnsuog Safety Instructions 8 S 2 D 4 o Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Wash Basket Leave the lid open after washing to
5. LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE NORMAL FAST MEH amp SPIN GENTLE FAST WARM HEAVY 4 LARGE COLD HOT LIGHT EXTRA LIGHT COLD SMALL SUPER COLD COLD DELICATES GENTLE SLOW POVVER VVASH POVVER h NORMAL FAST RINSE AUTOSOAK 30 HEAVY EXTRA AUTOSOAK 15 HEAVY Control settings Load Size f ge com Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket The water level should just cover the clothes Adjust the load size accordingly Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label or instructions when laundering Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing COTTONS NORMAL FAST For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes EASY CARE GENTLE FAST For wrinkle free and permanent press items and knits CASUALS PULSED SLOW For wrinkle free and permanent press items and knits The HEAVY cycle has 3 agitate pause cycles to clean your heavily soiled ttems The MEDIUM cycle has 2 agitate pause cycles Stain Assist For adding a short agitation and a soaking period to the beginning of the CASUALS cycle DELICATES GENTLE SLOW PREWASH NORMAL SLOW For lingerie and special care fabrics with light to normal soil For removing surface dirt fr
6. Load your washer so clothes have enough room incorrect water level to move freely with water covering all of the clothes Incorrect wash and dry cycles e Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric you are washing especially for easy care loads Repeated washing in water that is too hot Possible Causes The HAND WASH or CASUALS cycle was chosen Wash in warm or cold water What To Do e This is normal The washer alternates between agitate and soak during the HAND WASH and CASUALS cycles to get your clothes cleaner with less wear This is normal The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove soapy water more efficiently Washer is unplugged e Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet Water supply is turned off e Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on Controls are not set properly Check controls Lid is open safety feature prevents agitation and spinning when lid is up e Close lid and reset cycle to the beginning if necessary Circuit breaker fuse is tripped blown Check house circuit breakers fuses Replace fuses or reset breaker Washer should have separate outlet Electronics need to be reset e Unplug washer wait 2 minutes plug back in and press START START was not pressed Press START Extremely low water pressure e Press START again V ATER Too many suds Water leaks Water temperature seems incorrect Water
7. hoses are connected to correct faucets Water valve screens are stopped up Turn off the water source and disconnect water fill hoses from the upper back of the washer Use a brush or toothpick to clean the screens in the machine Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on House water heater is not set properly e Make sure house water heater is delivering water at 120 F 140 F 48 C 60 C PerfecTemp Plus feature on some models was not activated Lid lifted or cycle was put in pause for over 24 hours Drain hose is kinked or improperly connected The lid must be closed for PerfecTemp Plus on some models to work Reset cycle Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it e Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft 2 5 m above floor 19 suon nysuj Ajajes gt A S Q S sd l Gurooysajqnos s umnsuog A Q WATER cont Water spraying during amp spin cycle Washer did not fill to chosen level WY PerfecTemp Plus and START lights are flashing Water fills and drains 2 at the same time a S 2 NOISE 5 gt Washer is noisy S 2 Z dS 3 Labels on the exterior S of the washer will not peel off cleanly S v 2 5 20 Before you call for service Possible Causes Washer in spin cycle Extreme
8. pumped out before cycle is complete Water won t drain Possible Causes ge com What To Do Type of detergent e Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package Very soft water Try less detergent Too much detergent e Measure your detergent carefully Use less soap if you Fill hoses or drain hose is improperly connected have soft water a smaller load or a lightly soiled load e Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and at washer e Make sure end of drain hose is properly connected to washer and correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility Household drain may be clogged e Check household plumbing You may need to call a plumber Constant water pressure to the fill hoses at the water source e Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after each use e Check condition of the fill hoses they should be replaced every 5 years Using too much detergent in washer Cooler water temperatures provide improved energy efficiency e Use less detergent Use less soap if you have soft water a smaller load or a lightly soiled load e New laundry detergents have been formulated to work with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash performance Control is not set properly e Check water temperature control and adjust Water supply is turned off or improperly connected Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure
9. with your clothing COTTONS NORMAL FAST For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes EASY CARE GENTLE FAST For wrinkle free and permanent press items and knits CASUALS For wrinkle free and permanent press items and knits The HEAVY cycle has 3 agitate pause PULSED SLOW cycles to clean your heavily soiled items The MEDIUM cycle has 2 agitate pause cycles Stain Assist For adding a short agitation and a soaking period to the beginning of the CASUALS cycle DELICATES For lingerie and special care fabrics with light to normal soil GENTLE SLOW PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes Make sure to follow with a regular NORMAL SLOW wash cycle Stain Wash For heavily soiled or stained items A heavy duty wash cycle with extra agitation and soak periods QUICK RINSE For quickly rinsing chlorine perspiration stains etc out of clothes S 15 MIN 30 MIN For very soiled clothes Begins with a brief agitation soaks for a specified period of time D AUTO SOAK then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically l START 5 Press START to begin the cycle Pressing START again or raising the lid will PAUSE the cycle and the Cycle indicator light will blink 2 gt z x 5 lt A S Q a S 7 s umnsuog Easy One ToucH Cycles Your new washer offers the convenience of starting your wash loads with our
10. Washers ge com Safety Information 25 2 3 Ovvner s Manual Operating Instructions S2100 Control Panels and Settings 53700 for models S2100 and 3700 4 5 Control Panel and Settings 50 for model 5200 gar ees 6 7 S8000 Control Panels and Settings for model S8000 8 13 Features 13 14 Loading and Using the Washer 15 16 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 17 20 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 23 aunt ENERGY STAR As an Enerey STAR partner GE has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of your washer 175D1807P516 49 90248 11 05 JR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for 7 ho weeks or more Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire A V A R N l or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life l Rad WATER HEATER SAFETY S N Tf the hot wat
11. age for instructions and follow directions for using dispenser 17 suon nysuj ajes gt 2 5 Q A S Q S 2 521 5 011 s umnsuog PERFORMANCE cont Pilling Safety Instructions or excessive wear 5 S 2 D 5 2 4 Wrinkling 21 Q S OPERATION D S Washer pauses during s wash cycle Q A Washer pauses during spin cycle 2 vvonT operate Consumer Support 18 Snags holes tears rips Before you call for service Possible Causes Result of normal wear on poly cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics Pins snaps hooks sharp buttons belt buckles What To Do e While this is not caused by the washer you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out e Fasten snaps hooks buttons and zippers Remove loose items like pins objects in pockets an and sharp buttons left in pockets e Turn knits which snag easily inside out Undiluted chlorine bleach e Check bleach package instructions for proper amount e Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach Chemicals like hair bleach e Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before or dye permanent wave solution washing Improper sorting e Avoid mixing heavy items like work clothes with light items like blouses e Try a fabric softener Overloading or
12. anty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us ge com KoA If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Register Your Appliance ge com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material Printed in the United States
13. e What To Do e Use a hair dryer set at the lowest heat setting directing the air at the label for a short amount of time This will release the adhesive easily without damaging the surface of the washer Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 21 Notes Notes 22 suon nu sul lps suon nu su Guyesadg sd l bunoouvs lqnoll noddn s umnsuog GE Washer Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here m or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase 3 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 vvarranty m available vvhen calling for service Q S For The Period Of We Will Replace ne Year Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the limited one year warranty we will also provide free of charge all labor and related service to original purchase replace the defective part What Is Not Covered s D E Service trips to your home to teach you how to use E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or 2 the product acts of God E Improper installation delivery or maintenance E Incidental or consequential damage caused by possibl
14. e Q E Failure of the product if it is abused misused or defects with this appliance gt used for other than the intended purpose or used E Defects or damage due to operation in freezing gt commercially temperatures S E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit E Damage caused after delivery breakers M Product not accessible to provide required service 2 E Products which are not defective or broken or which are working as described in the Owner s Manual EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult yo
15. e circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply M Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug E Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this Owner s Manual or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out M Do not tamper with controls READ AND FOLLOW TH S SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS suononysuy Majes 2 5 Q 2 S S 77 sd l Gurooysajqnosy pioddns s umnsuog About the washer control panel for models 2100 and 3700 You can locate your model number on the back of your washer e Select load size and 7 other vvash options e Add detergent Add clothes Select wash cycle e Add diluted fabric e Close lid softener on models e Pull knob ith a fabri 5 denona Quick Start Guide Model 2100 pull Knob To Start Push To Stop HEAVY MEDIUM LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE WHITES WARM NORMAL FAST PULSE AGITATE LARGE COLD coio HOT LIGHT SMALL SUPER COLD COLD e Model 3700 pull Knob To Start Push To Stop DRAIN HEAVY MED amp SPIN LIGHT COTTONS o EXTRA pl EASY CARE
16. easy One ToucH cycles Make one simple selection and your LOAD SIZE SOIL LEVEL WASH RINSE TEMPERATURE and WASH SPIN SPEED are automatically set Then all you have to do is press START One TOUCH Quick Start Guide Clothes Care Cycles b Hans Dry FAST SLOW Coors b owce oram FASTFAST RINSE ASPIN Dank Coors Q b PULSED Perfect Temp Plus Soak Wash ma Selectwash evde e Close lid e Add clothes elect wash cycle Pisk START e Add detergent Check load size setting e Add diluted fabric softener on models with a fabric softener dispenser Washer control panel for Model S8000 You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel Clothes Care Cycles TEMP VVASH SPIN SPEED LOAD SIZE SOIL LEVEL WASH RINSE OPTIONS Easy CARE HANG Dry SLOW FAST FAST SLOW COLORS HAND WASH QUICK DRAIN FAST FAST PULSED RINSE amp SPIN DARK COLORS CASUALS PULSED PULSED EST TIME REMAINING Perfect Temp Plus SOAK WASH 6 RINSE 6 2ND RINSE AUTO BALANCE FINAL SPIN 6 One Touch selections for Model S8000 PRESS AUTOMATICALLY SELECTS THEN PRESS 105 LARGE O O TOLD O For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes 77 COLORS LARGE MEDIUMO o FAST FAST For heavy to lightly soiled cottons household linens work and play clothes COLD DARK COLORS LARGE O
17. er has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This simple procedure will allow any built up hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet you can receive one by visiting ge com or by calling 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 H Install or store where it will not be exposed M Properly ground washer to conform with all to temperatures below freezing or exposed to governing codes and ordinances Follow details the weather which could cause permanent in Installation Instructions S S 2 D 5 S 4 damage and invalidate the vvarranty YOUR LAUNDRY AREA E Keep the area underneath and around your E Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is appliances free of combustible materials such used by or near children Do not allow children as lint paper rags chemicals etc to play on with or inside this or any other appliance Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described i
18. ess SIGNAL to select low or high volume or to turn the beeper off 2ND RINSE Adds a second rinse to any cycle EXTENDED SPIN Extends the last spin of a wash cycle This will extract more water from your clothes Clothes will be drier when you use this option DELAY 1 8 HOURS on some models Use to delay the start of your washer for 1 to 8 hours First choose your wash cycle and any options Then press this pad for the number of hours you want to delay the cycle Press the START pad to start the countdown The countdown time will be shown in the Est Time Remaining display About other features PerfecTemp Plus AUTO BALANCE 6 Cycle Status Indicator Lights The cycle status indicator lights display what part of the cycle the washer is in SOAK WASH 6 RINSE 2ND RINSE FINAL SPIN PerfecTemp Plus PerfecTemp Plus senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the temperature of the fill water The lid must be closed for PerfecTemp Plus to work If your water is too cold detergent will not dissolve effectively and clothes may not get clean If the water is too hot fabrics could be damaged PerfecTemp Plus adjusts these water temperature extremes for better washing performance You may hear the water valves turning off and on while the water temperature is being adjusted This is normal Some models have an indicator light that tells you when PerfecTemp Plus is active Auto Balance on some models T
19. he water pressure in your home The smart timer learns the amount of time it takes to fill your washer and adjusts the total time accordingly NOTE If PRESOAK is selected and a follow up wash cycle is not chosen 2 dashes will come up in the display Spot Spray Provides a short spray of water to allow you to dampen clothing when you pretreat stains Open the washer lid Press the SPOT SPRAY button You will see a short stream of water Dampen your soiled garment with the SPOT SPRAY option and rub your favorite pretreatment product into soiled area NOTE The SPOT SPRAY option will not work if E the washer lid is down E the washer basket is filling E the water has already reached the level you selected BLEACH SIGNAL on some models The Bleach Signal is a reminder signal that can be turned on to remind you to add bleach at the proper time in the wash cycle Adding detergent and bleach at the same time reduces the effectiveness of both the enzymes in the detergent and the chlorine in the bleach By adding bleach later in the wash cycle you allow the detergent s enzymes to remove dirt and stains first and then provide a more effective dose of liquid bleach to whiten and sanitize your clothes About cycle options ge com SIGNAL O Appearance may vary 2ND RINSE DELAY 1 8hrs O SIGNAL Alerts you when the cycle is complete On some models press SIGNAL to turn the beeper on or off On some models pr
20. he Auto Balance feature senses the wash load distribution for an even spin Models with Auto Balance have an indicator light that tells you when the feature is active 13 suon nysuj ajes gt x 5 A S Q a S 7 sd l 011 s umnsuog Safety Instructions 8 S 2 D 4 o Separate for cleaning XX Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the washer features NOTE Not all features are available on all washer models The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser depending on model The agitator cap fits into the top of the 3 Add water to dispenser until it reaches agitator If it accidentally comes off simply the maximum fill line 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 the dispenser to empty too soon To use follow these steps 7 Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator Do not pour anything into the agitator if the Z Use only liquid fabric softener agitator cap or dispenser is removed Pour into dispenser using amount recommended on package Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes t may stain them Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser on some models Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator 2 Separate
21. ld just cover the clothes Adjust the load size accordingly Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles Always follow fabric manufacturer s care label or instructions when laundering 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 On some models this option can be found on the cycle selector knob ge com 2 T Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process The knob can be turned in either gt 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 2 Q REMEMBER Vhen choosing 6 the cycle the Cycle Selector WASH TIME knob can be pointed anyvvhere O O O O O O O O O within the shaded range for FILL SOAK 15MIN 12MIN 9MIN 6MIN RINSE 2ND_ FINAL the cycle setting RINSE SPIN The Cycle Indicator Lights show what stage the washer is in The wash time is the length of the wash agitation The 6 MIN light will remain lit during drain and spin When the Selector knob is set to a new cycle the Indicator Lights will flash momentarily showing what stages the cycle will go through On models without an AUTO SOAK option the SOAK light will not light up The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting
22. ly low water pressure Inlet hoses are kinked What To Do e Spray rinse during a spin cycle is normal e Press the START button again Straighten hoses Water valve screens are stopped up Drain stand pipe is too low Possible Causes Washer is uneven Turn off the water source and disconnect water fill hoses from the upper back of the washer Use a brush or toothpick to clean the screens in the machine Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on Drain stand pipe must be above 30 76 2 cm What To Do e To level the front of the washer adjust the front leveling legs by rotating the individual leg in the proper direction for up or down To level back of washer lift back of machine 4 11 cm and set down Washer load is Press START to pause the washer open the lid and unbalanced redistribute the load evenly Close the lid and press START again Shipping rod is still assembled e To remove shipping rod from washer pull yellow tag and in unit attached rod from the bottom right hand side of washer Washer is sitting too close Pull washer away from the wall about 4 11 cm to wall causes knocking is needed during cycle PerfecTemp Plus feature This is normal PerfecTemp Plus on some models turns on some models is being used Possible Causes Occasionally the adhesive used on the labels does not release cleanly water valves off and on to adjust water temperatur
23. n this Owner s Manual WHEN USING THE WASHER E Never reach into washer while it is moving Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid E Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which may cause death M Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax oil paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc These substances give off vapors that may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation WHEN NOT IN USE H Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur Check the condition of the fill hoses they should be replaced every 5 years E Before discarding a washer or removing it from service remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside ge com M The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result carefully follow the garment manufacturer s wash and care instructions M To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off th
24. om heavily soiled clothes Make sure to follow with a regular wash cycle Stain Wash QUICK RINSE For heavily soiled or stained items A heavy duty wash cycle with extra agitation and soak periods For quickly rinsing chlorine perspiration stains etc out of clothes 15 MIN 30 MIN AUTO SOAK For very soiled clothes Begins with a brief agitation soaks for a specified period of time then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically suononysuy ajes gt z 5 lt A g Q a S 7 sd l Dunoouys lqnoll s umnsuog About the control panel for model 5200 A e Select load size and other wash options Add detergent e Add clothes e Select wash cycle Add diluted fabric e Close lid 7 7 77 a Push the button softener dispenser Quick Start Guide NOTE When making a selection with any knob simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting Model 5200 LOAD SIZE TEMPERATURE OPTIONS SUPER 010 QUICK soy RINSE COLD COLD COTTONS n S T pin NORMAL FAST HEAVY PREWASH NORMAL SLOW SMALL EXTRA HEAVY gau O EASY CARE MEDIUM GENTLE FAST STOP PAUSE LARGE MEDIUM LI CASUALS HEAVY LIGHT MEDIUM PULSED SLOW DELICATES GENTLE SLOW MEDIUM About the control settings Load Size Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket The water level shou
25. ric softener package for instructions and follow softener directions for using dispenser e Pretreat stain and rewash Dye transfer Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors Grayed or yellowed Not enough detergent Use more detergent especially with larger loads clothes Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer s directions Hard water Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install a water softener Water is not hot enough Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120 F 140 F 48 C 60 C Washer is overloaded Select load size to match clothes load Detergent is not Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before dissolving you load clothes Dye transfer Sort clothes by color If fabric label states wash separately unstable dyes may be indicated Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer your clothes clothes may retain more lint Incorrect sorting e Separate lint producers from lint collectors Washing too long e Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads Detergent not dissolving Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before you load clothes e Try a liquid detergent e Use warmer water temperature Overloading e Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket e Make sure load size selected matches clothes load size Incorrect use of fabric softener e Check fabric softener pack
26. s and hold the CUSTOM 1 or CUSTOM 2 pad until the washer beeps to store your selection To recall your stored combination Press the CUSTOM 1 or CUSTOM 2 pad then press START NOTE DELAY 1 8 HRS cannot be used in CUSTOM 1 and CUSTOM 2 settings To reprogram the custom settings Repeat steps 1 4 above 11 suon n su Ajajes gt z x 5 5 A 2 a S sd l Dunoouys lqnoll s umsuog Safety Instructions 8 S 2 D 4 o Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 12 START PAUSE EST TIME REMAINING BLEACH SIGNAL O About controls features START PAUSE E After you have selected a new cycle press once to start the cycle H Press twice to select the last cycle used and start the washer E If the washer is running press once to interrupt the cycle press again to continue the cycle STOP This pad should not be used to interrupt or pause a cycle Pressing this pad will cancel the current settings and the settings will be lost Estimated Time Remaining M Displays the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle H If the estimated time remaining is more than 60 minutes 1H will flash in the display followed by the additional remaining minutes When the time remaining is less than 60 minutes the timer will count down E Cycle time is affected by how long it takes the washer to fill This depends on t
27. tes of agitation then 12 minutes of soaking followed by the selected wash cycle IM Uses the speed and water temperature of your selected wash cycle To presoak a load without going straight into a wash cycle Press the PRESOAK pad The washer will fill You may change the automatic settings if desired M Three minutes of agitation is followed by up to 24 hours of soaking E To soak less than 24 hours press the DRAIN amp SPIN pad or choose a wash cycle QUICK RINSE on some models Use this feature to quickly rinse chlorine perspiration stains etc out of clothes E The washer fills with water agitates for three minutes drains and spins You may change the automatic settings if desired HANG DRY on some models If you air dry your clothes without the aid of a dryer you may find that the slower final spin speed of the Hang Dry setting produces fewer wrinkles in your clothing This may significantly reduce your ironing chore DRAIN amp SPIN CUSTOM CUSTOM 1 ge com DRAIN amp SPIN DRAIN amp SPIN any cycle at any time CUSTOM 1 and CUSTOM 2 on some models Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall These custom settings cannot be set while a cycle is in progress To store a custom combination of settings Select a ONE TOUCH setting Change LOAD SIZE SOIL LEVEL TEMPERATURE WASH SPEED or SPIN SPEED to fit your needs Select any OPTIONS you want 2 Pres
28. the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover 3 To clean the dispenser soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution 7 US gallon 3 8 liters warm water E 7 4 cup 60 ml heavy duty liquid detergent cup 240 mi bleach 2 If necessary loosen buildup with a clean soft cloth after soaking Do not use a stiff brush you may roughen the surface of the dispenser Rinse and reassemble dispenser Place dispenser back on the agitator Liquid Bleach Dispenser on some models The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches your wash load 7 7 es clothing care labels for special instructions 2 Measure liquid bleach carefully folloving instructions on the bottle m Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket m Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser Before starting the washer pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach dispenser Avoid splashing or over filling dispenser If you prefer to use powdered bleach add it into the wash basket with your detergent m Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rust remover Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death Load nq and using the vvasher Always follow fabric manufacturerS care label when laundering ge com
29. ur local or state consumer affairs office or your states Attorney General 2 o 2 Q Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 s umnsuog 23 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 schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours Real Life Design Studio ge com GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 Extended Warranties ge com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warr
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