GE GFWS3500, GFWS3605 Before You Begin, For Your Safety, Tools Required For Washer Installation

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Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions

Washer

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.

IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.

Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.

Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills.

Completion time 1-3 hours

Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WasherWARNING

This appliance must be properly grounded and installed as described in these Installation Instructions.

Do not install or store the appliance in an area where it will be exposed to water/weather. See the Location of Your Washer section.

NOTE: This appliance must be properly grounded, and electrical service to the washer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

WASHER INSTALLATION

1/4nut driver

3/8socket with ratchet

3/8open-end wrench

Adjustable wrench or 7/16socket with ratchet

Adjustable wrench or 9/16open-end wrench

Channel-lock adjustable pliers

Carpenter’s level

PARTS SUPPLIED

Cable Tie

Water Hoses (2)

Hose Guide

STACK BRACKET KIT

A stack bracket kit is available at additional cost. It can be ordered in the United States by visiting our website at GEAppliances.com or calling 800.

GE.CARES. Order kit #WE25X10018 or GEFLSTACK.

In Canada, please contact your nearest parts retailer.

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Contents Installation Instructions Operating InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting TipsPROPER INSTALLATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USINGWATER HEATER SAFETY Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsSafety WHEN USING THE WASHERWHEN NOT IN USE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSOperating Instructions Safety Instructions About the washer control panelTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the washer control settingsSafety Instructions Operating Instructions PowerCycle Signal About the washer featuresTroubleshooting Tips Consumer SupportTips OperatingInstructions Extra RinseThe Detergent Compartment The Dispenser DrawerThe Prewash Compartment The Liquid Bleach CompartmentPreparing Clothes Loading and using the washerSorting Wash Loads Instructions OperatingMaximum Loading Sizes Loading the WasherInstructions Instructions SafetySafety Instructions Operating Cleaning the washerCare and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer SupportCleaning the Door Gasket Troubleshooting TipsCleaning the Pump Filter Dispenser Drawer Area Detergent and fabric softener may build up BEFORE YOU BEGIN FOR YOUR SAFETYTOOLS REQUIRED FOR WASHER INSTALLATION PARTS SUPPLIEDDo Not Install the Washer Installation InstructionsROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS Minimum Installation ClearancesGROUNDING REQUIREMENTS UNPACKING THE WASHERELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Read these instructions completely and carefullyDRAIN REQUIREMENTS INSTALLING THE WASHERWATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 11. Before starting the washer, check to make sure INSTALLING THE WASHER contREPLACEMENT PARTS ADAPTIVE VIBRATION CONTROL Floor Type SelectionProblem Before you call for service…Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Possible CauseTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service…Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ProblemWater supply is turned off Not using HE high efficiencyAutomatic self system checks Water valve screens areInstallation Instructions Installation Instructions GE Washer WarrantyInstructions Safety Instructions What Is Not Covered in the United StatesSafety Instructions Operating InstallationTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE Washer Warranty. For customers in CanadaConsumer Support Schedule ServiceParts and Accessories GE Appliances Website