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Care & Cleaning

Leave the lid open after washing
to allow moisture to evaporate. The
wash basket is practically care free.

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.)
To rinse:

Choose the highest water level.

Choose the REGULAR wash cycle.

Press ADVANCE pad advancing
the cycle to rinse.

Press START/PAUSE.

Wash Basket—

If you always use cold

water for washing, we recommend
that a warm or hot wash be used for
every 5th wash. This helps keep
detergent residue from building up
on and around the basket.

Fill Hoses—

Hoses connecting wash-

er to faucet should be replaced
every five years.

Lint Filter—

Your washer has a self-

cleaning lint filter that requires no
maintenance.

Control Panel and Exterior of Washer—

Immediately wipe off any spills.
Clean with a clean, damp cloth. Try
not to hit surface with sharp objects.

Lid—

The lid can be removed for

cleaning.

Open the lid all the way up.

Hold one side with one hand and
gently tap the other side with an
upward motion. This releases the
hinges. Clean with a clean, damp
cloth.

To replace the lid, hold lid
vertically and align both hinges
before pushing down firmly.
Make sure the lid is on tight.

CAUTION:
Do not use the lid as a work surface.
Solvents, bleaches and pretreatment
products can damage the lid’s
appearance.

Agitator—

To remove the agitator

for cleaning, unscrew the nut in
the center of the agitator by turning
counterclockwise.

Use a clean, soft cloth dampened
with liquid detergent to clean the
agitator, then rinse.

CAUTION:
•

The agitator must be fully pushed
on the shaft when refitting. Tighten
the nut firmly by hand. Make sure
the agitator is not loose.

•

Do not use the washer if the agita-
tor or lid is not fitted properly.

Moving and Storage—

Ask the service

technician to remove water from
drain pump and hoses. Do not store
the washer where it will be exposed
to the weather.

Long Vacations—

Be sure water

supply is shut off at faucets. Drain
all water from hoses if weather will
be below freezing.

The Washer

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Page 1: ...tures Preparing to Wash Changing Factory Set Options Care of Product 22 Helpful Information Specialized Fabric Guide Stain Removal Guide Removing Specific Stains 26 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service GE Service Numbers Warranty Back Cover Washer Owner s Manual Model WZSE5310T Monogram ...

Page 2: ...ge of the control panel Model number Serial number Date of purchase Before using your washer 2 Start Here Need Help Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your washer properly Save time and money Check the section titled If Something Goes Wrong before calling This section was d...

Page 3: ...ollow the gas supplier s instructions 5 If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Important Safety Information 3 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 If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the poss...

Page 4: ...it to avoid electrical overload Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a hose or valve should break or rupture Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in t...

Page 5: ... substances to the wash water Do not use these substances around your washer and or dryer during operation as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer s care instructions should be followed very carefully Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and or rus...

Page 6: ...er level The machine will check if the water level is correct by quick agitation strokes If it detects that the water level is not enough it will fill with more water and recheck You can also select the water level yourself See Water Levels section 6 Operating Instructions The controls on your washer 2 1 Select Wash Cycle Add Clothes Select Water Level 9 6 1 hrs DELAY Long Wash WASH HEAVY DUTY REG...

Page 7: ...s Provides a delicate wash action a warm wash tempera ture a cold spray and warm cold deep rinse and a medium spin speed DELICATE For lingerie and special care fabrics with light soils Provides a delicate wash action a warm wash tempera ture 2 deep cold rinses and a slow spin speed REGULAR For medium to lightly soiled cot tons linens work and play clothes Provides a regular wash action a warm wash...

Page 8: ...ge WASH TEMP Hot Warm Cold WASH TEMP Hot Warm Cold 8 Operating Instructions Other washer features your model has This washer has the unique ability to let you change customize wash settings agitation time to shorten wash time delay your start design your favorite wash cycle with any options just to name a few of your features all with the ease of following the step by step instructions All of your...

Page 9: ... Auto from the WATER LEVEL options if not already selected 4 Press START PAUSE During fill the machine will pause occasionally to sense the water level The machine will check if the water level is correct by using a series of two different agitate strokes If it detects that the water level is not enough it will fill the machine with more water and recheck the level The Auto WATER LEVEL can be adju...

Page 10: ...use Time Saver 1 Select a wash cycle 2 Select Time Saver 3 Press START PAUSE Time Saver can be turned on or off at any time during the cycle To use Water Saver or Soak with Time Saver push WASH OPTIONS until both options have been selected Time Saver 9 6 1 hrs DELAY START PAUSE DELAY START HEAVY DUTY WASH OPTIONS Time Saver Soak Water Saver HEAVY DUTY WASH OPTIONS Time Saver Soak Water Saver Soak ...

Page 11: ...e does not use a deep rinse so it cannot dispense fabric softener correctly There are some wash loads that are not suited for this option For instance loads that have a lot of sand or sawdust etc in them or garments where the color bleeds This option is only available on the REGULAR and HEAVY DUTY cycles Water Saver HEAVY DUTY WASH OPTIONS Time Saver Soak Water Saver Spin Hold Use the SPIN SPEED H...

Page 12: ...ram your FAVORITE wash cycle 1 Press FAVORITE and hold down for two seconds The FAVORITE light will flash telling you that you are in the programming mode 2 Select the wash cycle and wash options you want to program as your FAVORITE cycle 3 If you would like to shorten the wash cycle press ADVANCE until only the lights of the wash stages you want remain on 4 Press FAVORITE again to store what you ...

Page 13: ... and the wash cycle light will flash telling you that you are in the programming mode 3 Select your wash options 4 If you would like to shorten the wash cycle press ADVANCE until only the lights of the wash stages you want remain on Each green light in the wash progress represents 3 minutes of agitation To increase the agitation time keep pressing ADVANCE until all the lights are displayed again O...

Page 14: ...teners If dispenser gets clogged see Cleaning section below Fabric Softener Dispenser Pour liquid fabric softener and water into fabric softener dispenser Cleaning Fabric Softener Dispenser 1 Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator 2 Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by pushing down on the base of the cup with your thumb Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover 3 To clean dispe...

Page 15: ...ing to Wash Empty pockets unroll cuffs shake out loose dirt zip zippers fasten snaps hooks and buttons Treat remove stains See Stain Removal Guide Turn poly knits inside out to reduce pilling Do any necessary mending Use a net laundry bag for delicate items Prepare Always follow Fabric Manufacturer s Care Label when laundering Sort by color Separate colorfast from non colorfast fabrics Whites Ligh...

Page 16: ...d 2 queen sheets 4 standard pillow cases 2 medium tablecloths 6 medium bath towels 8 wash cloths 5 men s handkerchiefs 3 men s short sleeve shirts 4 t shirts and 7 pairs of shorts Place large items in bottom small items in the middle and medium items on top When loading wet items make sure you set the water level high enough to allow the items to move freely Wash bulky items like blankets separate...

Page 17: ...e machine will give two quick beeps and show an unusual pattern of lights In this mode the lights are used to indicate the different options available The below diagram shows how the lights relate to the options you can change 3 Use the pads on the panel to make your changes to the factory set options 4 Press POWER to return to nor mal mode and store your changes 5 Your washer will automatically r...

Page 18: ...t on 2 deep rinses Slow light on 1 deep rinse Hold light Spray rinse and 1 deep rinse factory setting 3 Press POWER to return to normal mode and store your changes Rinse Options for the HEAVY DUTY REGULAR and WOOL Cycles You can increase or decrease the volume of water added during the shower rinse on the Water Saver option 1 Enter the Option Adjustment Mode Press START PAUSE and hold down Press P...

Page 19: ...ng ADVANCE the light will scroll to the coldest setting available for that wash temperature 3 Press POWER to return to normal mode and store your changes NOTE Using colder temperature settings can save energy Adjusting Wash Temperature Settings 19 The number of beeps signaling the end of the cycle can be increased or decreased 1 Enter the Option Adjustment Mode Press START PAUSE and hold down Pres...

Page 20: ...he HEAVY DUTY pad is used to select the out of balance recovery option you prefer HEAVY DUTY light on automatic HEAVY DUTY light off stops 3 Press POWER to return to normal mode and store your changes Out of Balance Recovery You can increase or decrease the fill level that Auto WATER LEVEL will select NOTE We recommend you check the water level by pausing the machine and pushing the clothes down t...

Page 21: ...ed for cleaning 1 Open the lid all the way up 2 Hold one side with one hand and gently tap the other side with an upward motion This releases the hinges Clean with a clean damp cloth 3 To replace the lid hold lid vertically and align both hinges before pushing down firmly Make sure the lid is on tight CAUTION Do not use the lid as a work surface Solvents bleaches and pretreatment products can dama...

Page 22: ...ge pillow in wash water This will keep the load balanced Use the highest load water level available Make sure that the pillows are beneath the level of the Fabric Softener Dispenser Blankets Let the washer fill with water add detergent allow detergent to dissolve then add blanket Wash only one blanket at a time Electric Blankets Sew a strong piece of cloth over the plug to protect the blanket and ...

Page 23: ... one of these methods Select the REGULAR wash cycle Then select Soak from the WASH OPTIONS Press ADVANCE until only one green light is left on Pretreat heavy soil by rubbing in a small amount of liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent or soap For best results wait 1 2 hour before washing To remove stains on white or bleachable fabrics try soaking the stained area in a cont...

Page 24: ...Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water Same as white and bleachable Use dull tool to carefully scrape off as much fabrics adhesive or gum as possible Rub the stain with undiluted liquid detergent Rinse well then wash as usual Adhesives Chewing Gum etc Apply undiluted liquid detergent Rinse Same as white and bleachable If stain remains u...

Page 25: ...h non chlorine bleach Juices Wine Food Coloring Without cream Use the Bleach Solution Sponge with warm water If launder stain remains apply warm glycerine available at drug With cream Soak in cold water then use stores let stand 30 minutes the Bleach Solution launder and rinse well Wash as usual Coffee and Tea Fresh stains Place stain face down on an Same as white and bleachable absorbent towel an...

Page 26: ...a lower wash temperature Inlet hoses are improperly connected Make sure they are connected to the correct faucets Cold water temperature light Cold water faucet has not been turned on is flashing Inlet hoses are improperly connected Make sure they are connected to the correct faucets Cold and Hot water Faucets have not been turned on temperature lights are flashing Inlet hoses are improperly conne...

Page 27: ...cedure If fault occurs a third time the washer needs servicing Contact GE Consumer Service Beeps continued Washer is unplugged Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet Controls are not set properly Check controls and make sure START PAUSE has been pressed Circuit breaker fuse is Check house circuit breakers fuses Replace tripped blown fuses or reset breaker and wait 15 seconds befo...

Page 28: ...rs Water Leaks 28 Problem Possible Causes What to Do Drain hose is kinked or Straighten drain hose and make sure improperly connected washer is not sitting on it Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft 2 4 m above floor Water Won t Drain Control is not set properly Check water temperature control and adjust Water valve screens are Turn off the water source and remove the stopped up water conn...

Page 29: ...lid and redistribute the load evenly Close the lid and restart You can program the washer to correct an unbalanced load See Out of Balance Recovery section Washer is not level Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor Washer Will Not Spin Water in tub before automatic Select a wash cycle then press ADVANCE water level was selected until only the SPIN light is on A large load like pillows Aut...

Page 30: ...ck fabric softener package for instructions see Fabric Softener Dispenser section Lint or Residue on Clothes Improper loads Avoid mixing heavy items like work clothes with light items like blouses Separate permanent press from other laundry Try a fabric softener like Downy brand Overloading or incorrect Load your washer so clothes have enough water level room to move freely Incorrect wash and dry ...

Page 31: ...it in hot water before adding to washer Try a liquid detergent Use a warmer water temperature To restore Grayed Clothes Put clothes through a wash cycle using hot try one of the following water Check the garment s manufacturing care label to see if hot water can be used Add a non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand Use 2 1 2 times more than is recommended for normal water softening D...

Page 32: ...nally To remove spots spread stain area over a pan of boiling water and squeeze lemon juice through the stain Yellowed Clothes Incorrect use of fabric softener Check fabric softener package for instructions see Fabric Softener Dispenser section To remove spots dampen the spots and rub with undiluted liquid detergent Rewash using chlorine bleach if it is safe for the fabric Blue or Gray Spots Washe...

Page 33: ...ing solution and toilet bowl cleaners Permanent press items While this is not caused by the washer naturally fray especially you can slow the fraying process by collars and cuffs washing small permanent press loads with higher water setting Avoid washing heavy items like towels with permanent press items Snags Holes Tears Rips or Excessive Wear Your washer will make sounds The motor will pulse bef...

Page 34: ...ted loca tions offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be han dled in just one visit In Home Repair Service 800 626 2000 Upon request GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in plannin...

Page 35: ... Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Service Contracts 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE...

Page 36: ...rranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty g...

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