GE GNW128P, Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions

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Installation Instructions
If you did not receive a base cover with your purchase,
call 800.626.8774 to receive one at no cost. (In Canada,
call 800.561.3344.) For installation instructions of the
cover, visit: www.GEAppliances.com. (In Canada,
www.GEAppliances.ca.)
Remove metal base from top foam packaging and
install it on the bottom of the washer. Lay the washer
on its side to install the base cover.
Install base cover underneath unit by sliding cover in
place and attaching screws before operating.
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INSTALL BASE COVER (Cont.)
Base Cover Kit
Included
LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
DO NOT Install the Washer:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside
weather conditions. The ambient temperature should
never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper washer
operation.
2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or
drapes.
3. On carpet. The floor MUST be a hard surface with a
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you may have to reinforce the floor.
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plywood sheet solidly attached to existing floor covering.
IMPORTANT: Minimum Installation Clearances
- Alcove or Closet
• If your washer is approved for installation in an alcove or
closet, there will be a label on the back of the machine
describing requirements.
• Minimum clearance between washer and adjacent walls
or other surfaces: 1" either side, 2" front, 4" rear, 9” top.
• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated
and have at least 60 square inches of open area. If the
closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must
contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area.
NOTE: The clearances stated on this label are minimums.
Consideration must be given to providing adequate
clearances for installing and servicing.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
WATER SUPPLY LINES - Purge Hot and Cold water supply lines for 30 seconds prior to installation of hoses and washing
machine. Ensure inlet hose screens are also clean and free of debris.
WATER PRESSURE - Must be 20 psi minimum to 120 psi maximum.
WATER TEMPERATURE - Household water heater should be set to deliver water at 120° to 150°F (50° to 66°C) TO THE
WASHER when hot wash is selected.
SHUTOFF VALVES - Both hot and cold shutoff valves (faucets) should be supplied.
DRAIN - Water should be drained into standpipe (drain hose) or sink (uni-coupler drain connection). Discharge height
MUST NOT BE LESS THAN 30 INCHES, and no more than 8 feet above the base of the washer.
Standpipe must be
1-1/2 inches minimum inside diameter and must be open to atmosphere.
Remove bottom packaging from unit by placing foot on side
of base, holding handles on side of washer, and lifting up.
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REMOVE BOTTOM PACKAGING
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INSTALL BASE COVER
• Install base cover underneath unit by sliding cover
in place and attaching screws before operating.
• Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
- Entanglement Hazard
WARNING
• Disconnect power supply before servicing.
• Replace all parts and panels before operating.
• Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
WARNING
- Shock Hazard
Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and
may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.
Service personnel – DO NOT contact the following
parts while the appliance is energized: Electrical
Valve, Drain Pump, NTC, Motor Control Unit.
- Electrical Shock Hazard
WARNING