Washers ge.com Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions S2100 S3700 S5200 S8000 Control Panels and Settings for models S2100 and S3700 . . . . . . 4, 5 Control Panel and Settings for model S5200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7 Control Panels and Settings for model S8000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–13 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14 Loading and Using the Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Instructions 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. 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.
ge.com Safety Instructions WHEN USING THE WASHER Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. ■ Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid. ■ Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
About the washer control panel—for models S2100 and S3700. You can locate your model number on the back of your washer.
Control settings. ge.com Safety Instructions Load Size Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket. The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Temperature Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process.
About the control panel—for model S5200. • Add clothes • Add detergent • Add diluted fabric softener (on models with a fabric softener dispenser) • Select load size and other wash options • Select wash cycle Quick Start Guide • Close lid • Push the button NOTE: When making a selection with any knob, simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting. Model S5200 About the control settings. Load Size Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket.
ge.com Safety Instructions Wash Cycle The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the Cycle Selector knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and reset the cycle to the new selection. Press START to begin the new cycle selection. REMEMBER: When choosing the cycle, the Cycle Selector knob can be pointed anywhere within the shaded range for the cycle setting.
Easy ONE TOUCH Cycles. Your new washer offers the convenience of starting your wash loads with our easy ONE TOUCH cycles. Make one simple selection, and your LOAD SIZE, SOIL LEVEL, WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE and WASH/SPIN SPEED are automatically set. Then all you have to do is press START. ONE TOUCH Quick Start Guide • Add clothes • Add detergent • Select wash cycle • Check load size setting • Add diluted fabric softener (on models with a fabric softener dispenser) Washer control panel for Model S8000.
ONE TOUCH selections for Model S8000. Safety Instructions PRESS... ge.com AUTOMATICALLY SELECTS... THEN PRESS... For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. Operating Instructions For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. For non-colorfast cottons and blends, and items that are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer. Troubleshooting Tips For knits, wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
Safety Instructions About Clothes Care Cycles. STAIN WASH (on some models) For heavily soiled or stained items. Adds an extra agitation and soak at the beginning of the wash cycle. PRESOAK To presoak a load and go straight into a wash cycle: Select your wash cycle, press the PRESOAK pad, then press the START pad. ■ Starts with three minutes of agitation, then 12 minutes of soaking, followed by the selected wash cycle.
ge.com Safety Instructions DRAIN & SPIN DRAIN & SPIN any cycle at any time. CUSTOM 1 and CUSTOM 2 (on some models) Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one-touch recall. These custom settings cannot be set while a cycle is in progress. To store a custom combination of settings: 3 4 Select a ONE TOUCH setting. Operating Instructions 1 2 Change LOAD SIZE, SOIL LEVEL, TEMPERATURE, WASH SPEED or SPIN SPEED to fit your needs. Select any OPTIONS you want.
Safety Instructions About controls features. START/PAUSE ■ After you have selected a new cycle, press once to start the cycle. ■ Press twice to select the last cycle used and start the washer. ■ If the washer is running, press once to interrupt the cycle; press again to continue the cycle. STOP This pad should not be used to interrupt or pause a cycle. Operating Instructions Pressing this pad will cancel the current settings and the settings will be lost.
About cycle options. ge.com Alerts you when the cycle is complete. On some models, press SIGNAL to turn the beeper on or off. Appearance may vary On some models, press SIGNAL to select low or high volume, or to turn the beeper off. 2ND RINSE Safety Instructions SIGNAL Adds a second rinse to any cycle. Extends the last spin of a wash cycle. This will extract more water from your clothes. Clothes will be drier when you use this option.
About the washer features. Safety Instructions NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models. The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model) The agitator cap fits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on. 3 Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line. The fabric softener dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. Do not stop the washer during the first spin.
Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. ge.com Safety Instructions 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). Proper Use of Detergent You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Safety Instructions Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Care and Cleaning of the Washer 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.) Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses.
Before you call for service… ge.com PERFECTEMP PLUS (on some models) What To Do PerfecTemp Plus wash temperature is incorrect (on some models) The washer is in a cold rinse cycle • This is normal. The PerfecTemp Plus feature (on some models) is designed not to activate during a cold rinse cycle to improve the energy efficiency of your washer.
PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do Pilling Result of normal wear on poly-cotton blends and fuzzy fabrics • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out. Snags, holes, tears, rips or excessive wear Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers and sharp objects left in pockets • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers. Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check bleach package instructions for proper amount.
ge.com Too many suds Water leaks Possible Causes What To Do Type of detergent • Switch to a lower sudsing detergent brand and follow instructions on package. Very soft water • Try less detergent. Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load. Fill hoses or drain hose is improperly connected • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and at washer. Safety Instructions WATER • Check household plumbing.
WATER (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do Water spraying during spin cycle Washer in spin cycle • Spray rinse during a spin cycle is normal. Washer did not fill to chosen level (PerfecTemp Plus and START lights are flashing) Extremely low water pressure • Press the START button again. Inlet hoses are kinked • Straighten hoses. Water valve screens are stopped up • Turn off the water source and disconnect water fill hoses from the upper back of the washer.
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Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Notes.
GE Washer Warranty. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part. ■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use ■ ■ ■ ■ the product.
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