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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

SAFETY

 INFORMA

TION

   

To reduce the risk of death, fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using 
your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

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Read all instructions before using the appliance.

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Follow all fabric care instructions and warnings to prevent melting of garments or damage to the appliance.

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  DO NOT

 wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with 

gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could 
ignite or explode.

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  DO NOT

 add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. 

These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

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Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for 

2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a 
period, before using a washing machine, turn on all hot-water faucets and let the water flow from each for 
several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, 

DO NOT

 smoke 

or use an open flame during this time.

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  DO NOT

 allow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when 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.

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  DO NOT

 reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving to prevent accidental entanglement.

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For waterproof, water-resistant and bulky items, only use the 

Bulky Items

 (or 

Delicates

) cycle. 

DO NOT

 use 

other cycles for these items. Using other cycles can cause excessive vibration and may result in injury or 
damage to the washer, walls, or floor. 

DO NOT

 mix waterproof and non-waterproof items.

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  DO NOT

 install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

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  DO NOT

 tamper with controls, repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless 

specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you 
understand and have the skills to carry out.

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  DO NOT

 operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or 

broken parts including a damaged cord or plug.

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Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressing the 

Power

 button 

DOES NOT

 

disconnect power.

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  DO NOT

 climb on or stand on this unit.

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See “ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS” located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.

WARNING

Proper Disposal of your Appliance

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Dispose of or recycle your appliance in accordance with Federal and Local Regulations. Contact your local 

authorities for the environmentally safe disposal or recycling of your appliance.

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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