GE GFWS3500 Important Safety Information Read All Instructions Before Using, Water Heater Safety

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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips

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.

The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this washer are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good, safe practices and caution MUST be applied when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

Installation Instructions WATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.

If the hot water 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.

Install or store where it will not be exposed

Properly ground washer to conform with all governing

to temperatures below freezing or exposed

codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation

to the weather, which could cause permanent

Instructions.

damage and invalidate the warranty.

 

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

Keep the area underneath and around your

Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is

appliances free of combustible materials such as

used by or near children. Do not allow children to

lint, paper, rags and chemicals.

play on, with or inside this or any other appliance.

Do not leave the washer door open. An open door could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer.

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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