GE GFWH2405 Before you call for service…, Operating Instructions Safety Instructions, Problem

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Automatic self system checks

Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips

Before you call for service…

Problem

Possible Cause

What To Do

Water does not

Automatic self system checks

• After START is pressed, the washer does several system

enter washer or

 

checks. Water will flow 60 seconds after START is pressed.

enters slowly

Water supply is turned off

• Turn on both hot and cold faucets fully.

 

 

Water valve screens are

• Turn off the water source and remove the water connection

 

stopped up

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.

Wrinkling

Improper sorting

• Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with

 

 

light items (like blouses).

 

Overloading

• Load your washer so clothes have enough room

 

 

to move freely.

 

Incorrect wash cycle

• Match cycle selection to the type of fabric you are

 

 

washing (especially for easy care loads).

 

Repeated washing in water

• Wash in warm or cold water.

 

that is too hot

 

Grayed or

Not enough detergent

• Use correct amount of detergent.

yellowed clothes

Not using HE (high efficiency)

• Use HE detergent.

 

 

detergent

 

 

Hard water

• Use hottest water safe for fabric.

 

 

• 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°–140°F (48°–60°C).

 

 

 

Detergent is not dissolving

• Try a liquid detergent.

 

Dye transfer

• Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately,

 

 

unstable dyes may be indicated.

Colored spots

Incorrect use of fabric softener

• Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow

 

 

directions for using dispenser.

 

Dye transfer

• Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.

 

 

• Promptly remove wash load from washer.

Water

Water supply is improperly

• Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets.

temperature is

connected

 

incorrect

House water heater is not set

• Make sure house water heater is delivering water at 120°–

 

 

properly

140°F (48°–60°C).

Slight variation

This is normal

• Due to the metallic properties of paint used for this unique

in metallic color

 

product, slight variations of color may occur due to viewing

 

 

angles and lighting conditions.

Bad odor inside

Washer unused for a long time,

• Run a BasketClean cycle.

your Washer

not using recommended quality

• In case of strong odor, you may need to run the BasketClean

 

of HE detergent or used too

cycle more than once.

 

much detergent

• Use only the amount of detergent recommended on the

 

 

detergent container.

 

 

• Use only HE (high efficiency) detergent.

 

 

• Always remove wet items from the washer promptly after

 

 

machine stops running.

 

 

• Leave the door slightly open for the water to air dry. Close

 

 

supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near

 

 

children. Do not allow children to play on, with or inside this or

 

 

any other appliance.

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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 Pump Filter Troubleshooting TipsCleaning the Door Gasket 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 carefullyWATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS INSTALLING THE WASHERDRAIN REQUIREMENTS REPLACEMENT PARTS INSTALLING THE WASHER cont11. Before starting the washer, check to make sure 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