GE PTW900BPTRS Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions Download Page 17

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Installation  

Washer

Instructions

 

 

 If you have any questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES 

(800.432.2737) 

or

 

visit our Website at: 

GEAppliances.com 

In Canada, call 800.561.3344 

or

 

visit 

GEAppliances.ca

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR  
WASHER INSTALLATION

 Pliers

 Level

PARTS SUPPLIED

PARTS REQUIRED 

(Sold separately)

GE Appliances 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.

Part Number 

Accessory

PM14X10002 

4 ft Rubber Water Supply Hoses

Or
PM14X10005 

4 ft Braided Metal Water Supply Hoses

WH1X2267 

Rubber Washer (1) and Screen (1) 

WH49X301 

 

Drain Hose Extension (For discharge 
heights from 60" - 96"

 

 

Drain Hose Extension (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 and water damage.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•

 

IMPORTANT –

 

Save these 

instructions for local inspector’s use.

•

 

IMPORTANT –

 

Observe all 

governing codes and ordinances.

• 

Note to Installer –

 Be sure to leave these 

instructions with the Consumer.

• 

Note to Consumer –

 Keep these 

instructions for future reference.

• 

Skill level –

 Installation of this appliance requires 

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

• 

Completion time –

 1-3 hours

•  Proper installation is the responsibility of the 

installer. 

•  Product failure due to improper installation is not 

covered under the Warranty.

 Drain Hose

 Cable Tie

 Clamp

 Drain Hose Clip

 Owner's Reference Guide

 Water Hoses (2)

 Rubber Washers (2) 

and Strainer Screens (2)

Summary of Contents for PTW900BPTRS

Page 1: ...GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company Manufactured under trademark license...

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: ...essary 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 per...

Page 4: ...ycling options 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...

Page 5: ...ter adding clothes We recommend the use of High Efficiency detergents such as Tide in your energy efficient washer Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 1 Close lid NOTE Unit will not start with lid open except o...

Page 6: ...inue the cycle press Start again If water remains in the machine select the Drain Spin cycle to drain basket and spin water out of the washer basket NOTE Machine will automatically cancel and drain wh...

Page 7: ...linking If an out of balance condition is detected by the washer the Spin light will blink during the remaining portion of the cycle and will stay illuminated for a short time after cycle completion W...

Page 8: ...ep Rinse option when using this cycle Heavily soiled colorfast items Sanitize with Oxi Hot Heavy Max Power Clean Gentle Care Tangle Control Auto Soak Smart Wash Smart Rinse Pre Wash Smart Dispense Cyc...

Page 9: ...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 m...

Page 10: ...cycles Smart Wash on some models When enabled the Smart Wash option will automatically sense the soil level of the load and adjust the wash cycle accordingly adding or removing agitation and soaking...

Page 11: ...cator located inside the filling port also indicated with the horizontal line next to the MAX lettering Filling to this MAX level will provide detergent for about 50 average laundry loads NOTE If it i...

Page 12: ...Dispense capabilities Detergent packets Laundry Packs should be added to the middle right third from left compartment For best performance pods should be placed in the center left to right of the comp...

Page 13: ...e display is no longer illuminated before attempting to open the lid Lift the lid and submerge additional items around the outside of the basket Close the lid and press Start to resume Adjust load siz...

Page 14: ...istance with the appliance or the GE Appliances U Connect network connectivity please call GE Appliances Connected Home Support at 800 220 6899 Please visit www GEAppliances com connect to learn more...

Page 15: ...d refer to the SmartHQ App Microphones PTW905 and PTW900 models only NOTE The washer control panel contains 2 sensitive microphones If the microphones become exposed to liquid contaminates or if the a...

Page 16: ...drawer stops lift up the back of the drawer on both sides and pull it out The drawer can then be removed from the dispenser box Wash the drawer in warm soapy water using a mild detergent Rinse drawer...

Page 17: ...nsion 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 an...

Page 18: ...from tub NOTE Leave foam shipping material inside tub opening to hold tub in place during the rest of installation 1 UNPACKING THE WASHER WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WATER SUPPLY LINES Purge Hot and Co...

Page 19: ...read hot water hose onto connection labeled H at top rear of washer Hand tighten and use pliers to tighten hoses between 1 8 and 1 4 turn beyond hand tight If not installed install rubber washer in on...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...unded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock Check with a qualified electrician or service...

Page 22: ...ter 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 rubber washers are installed Make sure end of drain hos...

Page 23: ...fficiency laundry packs such as Tide PODS or Gain Flings When using delicates cycle place detergent pack in the bottom of the basket as this will help break down the pack with the gentler agitation Se...

Page 24: ...drive system will engage at the start of agitate and disengage when agitate is complete This occurs multiple times during the wash Back and forth swoosh Electric motor reversing direction This sound...

Page 25: ...xcludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This limited warranty gives you specific legal ri...

Page 26: ...Services will still be there after your warranty expires In the US GEAppliances com extended warranty or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours In Canada GEAppliances ca en support purchase ex...

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