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WHDRE526

WHSE5240

WHRE5260

WSERE526
WZRE5260

Owner’s Manual

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175D1807P492    

49-90223-1    03-05 JR

Safety Instructions

 . . . . . . . . . .2, 3

Operating Instructions

Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Control Settings   . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Loading and Using 
the Washer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 9

Troubleshooting Tips

 . . . . .10–12

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Write the model and serial 
numbers here:

Model # ______________

Serial # ______________

You can find them in the
upper right corner on the
back of your washer.

As an 

E

NERGY

S

TAR

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partner, 

GE has determined that this 
product meets the 

E

NERGY

S

TAR

®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

Summary of Contents for WHDRE526

Page 1: ...5 Features 6 7 Loading and Using the Washer 8 9 Troubleshooting Tips 10 12 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model ______________ Serial...

Page 2: ...If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes Do this before us...

Page 3: ...d care instructions To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the building s distribution panel by removing the fuse or swit...

Page 4: ...load size and other wash options Select wash cycle Close lid Press START NOTE When making a selection with any knob simply point the knob anywhere within the shaded range for that setting Quick Start...

Page 5: ...ycle Indicator Lights show what stage the washer is in The wash time is the length of the wash agitation The 6 MIN light will remain lit during drain and spin When the Selector knob is set to a new cy...

Page 6: ...some models When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes you may want to use the 2nd Rinse option It provides a second deep cold rinse Extended Spin Option on some models Us...

Page 7: ...e a stiff brush you may roughen the surface of the dispenser Rinse and reassemble dispenser Place dispenser back on the agitator 5 4 3 2 1 Liquid Bleach Dispenser The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine...

Page 8: ...ly Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems You can use less detergent if you have soft water a smaller load or a lightly soiled load Loading the Washer Load dry it...

Page 9: ...ant to clean the basket use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent then rinse Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners Fill Hoses Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every 5 yea...

Page 10: ...peratures New laundry detergents have been formulated to work seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash efficiency performance Control is not set pr...

Page 11: ...re detergent especially with larger loads clothes Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer s directions Hard water Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install a water softener Water is not ho...

Page 12: ...of fabric you are washing dry cycles especially for easy care loads Repeated washing in Wash in warm or cold water water that is too hot NOISE Possible Causes What To Do Washer is noisy Washer is une...

Page 13: ...13 Notes www GEAppliances com Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions...

Page 14: ...14 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Notes...

Page 15: ...th Year The washer tub if it should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the additional nine year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or rel...

Page 16: ...xtended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Co...

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