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Wash Cycles-Cycle Selector Knob - Continued

 - For models GTW540, GTW525, GTW500, GTW490, 

GTW485, GTW480, GTW465, GTW460, GTW340, GTW335, GTW330, GTW220 & HTW240 only.

Items to Wash

Cycle

Wash Temp

Soil 

Level

Spin 

Selection 

(Duration)

Options Available

Cycle Details

Wet load of items. 

For items that need 

only to be rinsed, 

use this cycle with 

Deep Rinse/Extra 

Rinse option. 

Drain & 

Spin

Max/Extra

Normal

Deep Rinse/Extra 

Rinse

2nd Rinse

Utilizes a high speed spin to 

extract water from wet items. 

For items that need to be rinsed, 

select the Deep Rinse/Extra Rinse 

and/or 2nd Rinse option when 

using this cycle.

Jeans with 

medium to light 

soil. For heavily 

soiled work jeans, 

use the Heavy 

Duty Cycle.

Jeans

Hot

Warm

Colors

Cool

Cold

Tap Cold

Ex. Heavy

Heavy

Normal/

Medium

Light

Ex. Light

Max/Extra

Normal

Stain PreTreat 

Guide

Deep Fill

Auto Soak

Deep Rinse/Extra 

Rinse

2nd Rinse

Combines higher water levels, 

a specially designed agitation 

profile, and multi step wash and 

soak periods to care for jeans 

with medium to light soil. Use 

the Heavy Duty cycle for heavily 

soiled work jeans.

Sturdy fabrics with 

heavy soil.

Deep 

Clean

Hot

Warm

Colors

Cool

Cold

Tap Cold

Ex. Heavy

Heavy

Normal/

Medium

Light

Ex. Light

Max/Extra

Normal

Stain PreTreat 

Guide

Deep Fill

Auto Soak

Deep Rinse/Extra 

Rinse

2nd Rinse

Incorporates multi-step wash 

and soak periods combined 

with extended wash periods to 

effectively clean heavily soiled 

sturdy fabrics.

Water-resistant, 

bedding and 

bulky items, such 

as large coats, 

mattress pads, 

and bath mats.

Bulky 

Items

Hot

Warm

Colors

Cool

Cold

Tap Cold

Ex. Heavy

Heavy

Normal/

Medium

Light

Ex. Light

Max/Extra

Normal

Stain PreTreat 

Guide

Deep Fill

Auto Soak

Deep Rinse/Extra 

Rinse

2nd Rinse

Provides a Deep Fill/max fill 

wash water level to wash bulky 

and waterproof items. Also 

incorporates a Deep Fill rinse to 

effectively rinse bulky items and 

a low spin speed appropriate 

for these items. 

Only use this 

cycle for water-resistant, 

bedding or bulky items.

Towels. 

Sheets.

Towels / 

Sheets

Hot

Warm

Colors

Cool

Cold

Tap Cold

Ex. Heavy

Heavy

Normal/

Medium

Light

Ex. Light

Max/Extra

Normal

Stain PreTreat 

Guide

Deep Fill

Auto Soak

Deep Rinse/Extra 

Rinse

2nd Rinse

Cycle designed washing towels or 

sheets, using a higher water level 

and a soak period to effectively clean 

these items. It is recommended 

that towels and sheets be washed 

separately for best care and washing 

performance. For waterproof bed 

covers use 

Bulky Items

 cycle.

Whites and  

household linens

Whites

Hot

Warm

Colors

Cool

Cold

Tap Cold

Ex. Heavy

Heavy

Normal/

Medium

Light

Ex. Light

Max/Extra

Normal

Stain PreTreat 

Guide

Deep Fill

Auto Soak

Deep Rinse/Extra 

Rinse

2nd Rinse

Cycle tailored to clean and 

brighten your whites. 

Heavily soiled 

colorfast items.

Sanitize 

with Oxi

*

Hot

Ex. Heavy

Max/Extra

Auto Soak

Deep Rinse/Extra 

Rinse

2nd Rinse

Cycle uses an initial lower water 

fill for super concentrated, high 

temperature sanitization followed by 

a heavy wash step. A pump purge 

and deep rinse is incorporated to 

remove contaminants. See additional 

details below.

Getting started

USING THE W

A

SHER

*Sanitize with Oxi

The 

Sanitize With Oxi

 cycle, when using an Oxi additive along with your detergent, is designed to remove 99.9% of bacteria found in 

home laundry. Measure the detergent and the Oxi products carefully. Using the amounts appropriate for a large heavily soiled load 

in a top load washer, follow the detergent and the Oxi product label instructions. For the 

Sanitize With Oxi

 cycle only, add the clothes 

first and then place the detergent and Oxi product directly on top of the load. The washer hot water supply connection must provide 

a minimum of 120°F to ensure the effectiveness of this cycle.

NOTE:

 The 

Sanitize with Oxi

 cycle will use the HOT water and Extra Heavy soil setting regardless of the actual settings on the 

Temperature

 and 

Soil Level

 knobs. The lid will be locked during the wash cycle. 

Pause

 can be pressed to unlock the lid. The 

Stain PreTreat

 option is not available.

Summary of Contents for GTW480

Page 1: ...28 OWNER S MANUAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Write the model and serial numbers here Model _________________ Serial _________________ You can find them under the lid of the washer ENGLISH ESPA OL GE i...

Page 2: ...s into every GE Appliances product and we think you will too Among other things registration of your appliance ensures that we can deliver important product information and warranty details when you n...

Page 3: ...en this appliance is used near children Before the washer is removed from service or discarded remove the door or lid Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or injury to persons DO N...

Page 4: ...tions for your appliance packaging material PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Order on line at GEApplianceparts com today 24 hours a day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours In Canada visit yo...

Page 5: ...ual features and appearance may vary from your model Controls To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION before operating this appliance WARNI...

Page 6: ...E F EXTRA RINSE Select when adding Fabric Softener Fill Soak Wash Rinse Spin START PAUSE Hold 3 Sec to Stop Water Level Temperature COLORS NORMAL LOW MED MAX AUTO HIGH WHITES DELICATES BULKY ITEMS SPE...

Page 7: ...ev 1 7 USING THE WASHER Getting started Medium Precise Fill D B A C E F Medium Large Precise Fill Small Super D B A C E F Medium Large Precise Fill Small Super D B A C E F Regular Large Small Precise...

Page 8: ...after load sensing and spin Pressing Pause will unlock the lid if locked at that time pause the cycle and the Pause indicator light will blink To continue the cycle press Start again If water remains...

Page 9: ...periods to provide optimal fabric care Casual clothes lightly soiled office wear Casuals Hot Warm Colors Cool Cold Tap Cold Ex Heavy Heavy Normal Medium Light Ex Light Max Extra Normal Stain PreTreat...

Page 10: ...appropriate for these items Only use this cycle for water resistant bedding or bulky items Towels Sheets Towels Sheets Hot Warm Colors Cool Cold Tap Cold Ex Heavy Heavy Normal Medium Light Ex Light Ma...

Page 11: ...Note that three soil levels are available Heavy Regular and Light Rinse is cold Light colored items More heavily soiled or items with body soils Casuals Warm Heavy Medium Light Normal Wash temperature...

Page 12: ...lts before placing in washer Tomato Cool Warm Sauce Catsup Salsa Pretreat with liquid detergent or stain remover product rinse with cool water Dirt Cool Warm Dirt Clay Mud Allow dirt to dry remove loo...

Page 13: ...nt of liquid fabric softener directly to the rinse bath When adding liquid fabric softener pour into deeper areas of rinse water while avoiding direct contact with fabric F Consumer Help Indicator You...

Page 14: ...these steps 1 Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator 2 Use only liquid diluted fabric softener Pour into dispenser using amount recommended on package Never pour fabric softener directly...

Page 15: ...urdy cottons easy care delicates and whether the fabric produces lint terry cloth chenille or collects lint velveteen corduroy Wash lint producers such as cotton towels and socks separate from lint co...

Page 16: ...ces ConnectPlus will allow your appliance to communicate with your smartphone for remote appliance monitoring control and notifications WiFi Connectivity For assistance with the appliance or the GE Ap...

Page 17: ...the Washer Immediately wipe off any spills with a damp cloth Interior of the Washer Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate If you want to clean the basket use a clean soft cl...

Page 18: ...tension For discharge heights from 60 96 NOTE We strongly recommend the use of new water supply hoses Hoses degrade over time and need to be replaced every 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failures...

Page 19: ...ng material carton from washer Remove bag containing clamp cable tie and drain hose clip drain hose and Owner s Reference Guide from tub NOTE Leave foam shipping material inside tub opening to hold tu...

Page 20: ...home Hand tighten and use pliers to tighten hoses between 1 4 and 1 2 turn beyond hand tight Open cold water valve Check for leaks and drips at the hose couplings Tighten as necessary Unplug electric...

Page 21: ...und the drain hose A snug fit can also cause a siphoning action NOTE Placing the drain hose too far down the drain pipe can cause a siphoning action No more than 5 of hose should be in the drain pipe...

Page 22: ...or washer Remove the cap from the drain port if present before installing the drain hose Run the washer through a complete cycle Check for water leaks and proper operation Place these instructions in...

Page 23: ...is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility Household drain clogged Check household plumbing You may need to call a plumber Drain hose rubs on wall Make sure drain hose does not make contac...

Page 24: ...ckets not dissolving Laundry detergent packet placed in dispenser Laundry detergent packets should not be used in the dispensers They should only be added directly to the wash basket following the man...

Page 25: ...cle Out of balance condition has been detected Allow cycle to continue and finish If load is wet at the end of the cycle even out load and run a Drain Spin cycle Pilling Result of normal wear on poly...

Page 26: ...mming Water drain pump The drain pump will make a humming sound when pumping out water after agitation stops and continue until spin is complete Drive motor The drive motor will make a humming sound d...

Page 27: ...in Canada for home use within Canada If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Appliances Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be...

Page 28: ...that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime GE Appliances Services will still be there after your warranty expires GEAppliances com extended warranty...

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