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Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8–10
Loading and Using the Washer . . . .10, 11
GFWN1000
WBVH5200
WBVH5300
WCVH6400
WCVH6800
WHDVH680
Preparing to Install Your Washer . . . . . .15
Rough-In Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . .21–24
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Service Telephone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . 26
As an EnErgy 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 on a label on the
side of the washer.
49-90392 12/08/09 GE
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WHEn uSInG THE WaSHEr
n Never reach into washer while it is moving.
Wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the door.
n 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.
Use this
n 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.
appliance
only for its
intended
n Do not slam the washer door closed. Do not try
to force the door open when locked (LOCKED
indicator ON). This could result in damage to
the washer.
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
n 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.) which may ignite or
explode. Do not add these substances to the
n The washer is equipped with an electrical
overload protector. The motor will stop
if it becomes overheated. The washer will
automatically restart after a cool-down
period of up to 2 hours, if the washer
wash water. Do not use or place these substances has not been manually turned off
around your washer or dryer during operation.
during this time.
n 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.
n To minimize the possibility of electric shock,
unplug this appliance from the power supply
or disconnect the washer at the building’s
distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE:
Pressing the power button does NOT disconnect
the appliance from the power supply.
WHEn noT In uSE
n 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; GE recommends
changing the hoses every 5 years.
n 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.
n Before discarding a washer, or removing it
from service, remove the washer door to prevent
children from hiding inside.
n Do not tamper with controls.
rEad and FoLLoW THIS SaFETY InFormaTIon carEFuLLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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