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GE GTWN4250DWS manual

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    Write the model and serial number here: Model # Serial # You can find them under the lid of the washer. GEAppliances.com Owner’s Manual Washers Safety Instructions ..........2 , 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning o f t h e W a s h e r ...................... 8 C o n t r o l P a n e l ...................... 4 C o n t r o l S e t t i n g s .[...]

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    2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol aler ts you to potential hazar ds that can kill you or hurt you and others. All safe ty messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” , “W ARNING” , or “CAUTION” . These words ar e defined as: Indicates a[...]

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    3 GEAppliances.com WHEN NO T IN USE  Turn off water faucets to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years.  Ensure that the hot water hose is connected to the “ H ” (internal red screened) valve and the cold water hose is connected to the “ C[...]

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    4 Quick Start Guide $ERXW WKH FRQWURO SDQHO³IRU PRGHOV ZLWK 67$57 EXWWRQ Load Size (on some models)   Add detergent to the bottom of the basket and fabric softener to the dispenser prior to loading clothes.  Loosely load items in the washer basket. Overloading may negatively impact wash performance. Adjust th[...]

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    5 B GEAppliances.com Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. PerfecTemp senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the fill water to obtain a more precise temperature range for all wash temperatures except TAP COLD . For example,[...]

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    6 About washer features. Separate for cleaning Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models) 1 Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator. 2 Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover. 3 To clean the dispenser,[...]

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    7 GEAppliances.com Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Sorting Wash Loads Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy). Loading the [...]

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    Wash Basket: Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the basket, use a clean, soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent; then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.) Fill Hoses: GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years. Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Try not[...]

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    Notes. GEAppliances.com 9[...]

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    WA TER Possible Causes What To Do Water level seems low This is normal • Water may not cover the top level of the clothes. This is normal for this high-efficiency washer. Water fills and drains Drain stand pipe is too low • The drain stand pipe must be above 30”. at the same time Too many suds Too much detergent • Measure your detergent car[...]

  • Page 11

    OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set properly • Check controls. /LGLV RSHQ³VDIHWIHDWXU e • Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if[...]

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    Before you call for service… PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes Reason Pilling Result of normal wear on • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the poly-cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out. fuzzy fabrics Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers.[...]

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    Notes. GEAppliances.com 13[...]

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    15 All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com , or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number availa ble when calling for service. For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year Any factory spec[...]

  • Page 16

    Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website GEAppliances.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line. Schedule Service GEAppliances.com Expert[...]

  • Page 17

    GEAppliances.com Manual del propietario Lavadoras Instrucciones de seguridad ..................2 , 3 Instrucciones de operación A j u s t e s d e c o n t r o l ............... 4 – 5 Cómo cargar y usar l a l a v a d o r a ......................... 7 Cuidado y limpieza de la lavadora. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Funciones ........[...]

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    2 INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTE. LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR. INSTRUCCIONES IMPORT ANTES DE SEGURIDAD Para reducir el riesgo de muerte, incendio, explosión, descargas eléctricas o lesiones sobre las personas al usar su electrodoméstico, siga las precauciones básicas, incluyendo lo siguiente  Lea todas las instrucciones a[...]

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    3 GEAppliances.com  Asegúrese de que la manguera de agua caliente esté conectada a la válvula “ H ” (interna proyectada de color rojo) y que la manguera de agua fría esté conectada a la válvula “ C ” (interna proyectada de color azul).  Instale o almacene la lavadora en un lugar donde no esté expuesta a temperaturas bajo cero n[...]

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    4 • Agregue el suavizante (en modelos con dosificador para suavizante); para más detalles, lea la página 6. • Agregue el detergente. GE recomienda el uso de detergentes de Alta Eficiencia en su la lavadora eficiente de la energía. • Seleccione el tamaño de carga y otras opciones de lavado, incluyendo la opción del Suavizante. • Selecci[...]

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    5 GEAppliances.com Temperature (Temperatura) Cont. Durante los meses de invierno, cuando el agua que recibe su hogar está más fría o en localidades con agua muy fría todo el año, use el PerfecTemp COLD para ayudar a disolver los detergentes en polvo y limpiar mejor sus prendas. La función TAP COLD (Ligeramente Frío) desactiva la función Per[...]

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    6 Funciones de la lavadora. Separe para la limpieza /LPSLH]D GHOGRVLILFDGRU GH VXDYL]DQWH (en algunos modelos) 1 Retire el dosificador de la parte superior del agitador. 2 Separe la taza dosificadora de la cubierta tomando la parte superior y empujando con sus dedos hacia abajo, en el interior de la taza. La taza dosificadora se liberar[...]

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    7 Separación de cargas Separe por color (blancos, claros, colores), nivel de suciedad, tipo de tela (algodones rústicos, limpieza fácil, delicados) y si la tela produce pelusa (tela de toalla, felpilla) o junta pelusa (terciopelo, pana). Carga de la lavadora Agregue las prendas secas sin apretar en el tambor de la lavadora. Para mejores resultad[...]

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    &XLGDGR  OLPSLH]D GH OD ODYDGRUD Cesto de lavado: Deje la tapa abierta después de lavar para que se evapore la humedad. Si desea limpiar el cesto, use un paño suave y limpio empapado en detergente líquido; luego enjuáguelo. (No use limpiadores duros.) Mangueras de llenado: GE recomienda el cambio de las mangueras cada 5 a[...]

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    Notas. GEAppliances.com 9[...]

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    AGUA Causas posibles Qué hacer El nivel de agua Esto es normal • El agua puede no cubrir el nivel superior de las prendas. parece bajo Esto es normal para esta lavadora de alta eficiencia. El agua ingresa y sale La tubería vertical de desagüe • La tubería vertical de desagüe debe encontrarse por encima al mismo tiempo está muy baja de los[...]

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    GEAppliances.com OPERACIÓN Causas posibles Qué hacer La lavadora no funciona L a lavadora no está enchufada • Asegúrese de que el cable esté bien enchufado a un tomacorriente que funcione. La fuente de agua está cerrada • Abra por completo los grifos de agua fría y caliente. Los controles no están bien puestos • Verifique los controle[...]

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    RENDIMIENTO (cont.) Causas posibles Qué hacer Formación de bolitas Resultado del desgaste normal • Si bien esto no se debe a la lavadora, puede reducir de mezclas de algodón y la velocidad del proceso de formación de bolitas lavando poliéster telas con pelusa las prendas dadas vuelta. Enganches, agujeros, Alfileres, broches, ganchos, • Cie[...]

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    Notes. GEAppliances.com 13[...]

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    Notas. 14[...]

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    15 3RU HOSHUtRGR GH 5HHPSOD]DUHPRV 8QDxR &XDOTXLHU SLH]D HVSHFLILFDGDGH IiEULFD de la lavadora que falle debido a un defecto De la fecha de la de los materiales o la mano de obra. Durante esta JDUDQWtD OLPLWDGDGH XQ DxR también ofrecemos, original en forma gratuita, toda la mano de obra y los [...]

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    Soporte al consumidor. Real Life Design Studio (Estudio de diseño para la vida real) GEAppliances.com *(DSRD HO FRQFHSWRGH 'LVHxR8QLYHUVDO³SURGXFWRV VHUYLFLRV DPELHQWHVTXH SXHGHQ XVDUJHQWH GHWRGDV  las edades, tamaños y capacidades. Reconocemos la necesidad de diseñar para una gran gama [...]