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USER MANUAL GBSR3140HWW GE

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 possibility of damage or injury byturning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using anyelectrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process. PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling, toll-free, 1.800.561.3344.

■ Keep the area underneath and around yourappliances free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.■ Close supervision is necessary if this appliance isused by or near children. Do not allow children toplay on, with or inside this or any other appliance. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting TipsConsumer Support Troubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. www.geappliances.ca

WHEN USING THE WASHER

■ 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. ■ Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.). These substances give off vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation. ■ The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s wash and 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 switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector Knob to an off position, or pressing PAUSE does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply. ■ Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

■ Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years. ■ Before discarding a washer, or removing it from service, remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside. ■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. ■ Do not tamper with controls.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION

• GE recommends the use of High Efficiency (HE) detergents in all Energy Star rated washers

• Add diluted fabric softener (on models with a fabric softener dispenser)

• Select load size and other wash options, including Fabric Softener option

• Pull knob Quick Start Guide About the control panel—for models with “pull knob” start. 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 (on some models) Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Options (on some models) 2nd Rinse Option 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.

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Controlswww.geappliances.ca Consumer Support Troubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing. The chart is ranked from longest to shortest cycle time and wash intensity. Your washer may not have all these cycles. (Cycles vary by model.) PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with a regular wash cycle. CASUALS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits. COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. or WHITES EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits. DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. HAND WASH For items labeled handwashable with light soils. Provides periods of agitation and soak during wash and rinse. SPEED WASH For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. SPIN For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes. DARK COLORS For non-colorfast cottons and blends and items that are labeled cold wash by the fabric manufacturer. COLORS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, knits and cottons. RINSE SPIN For quickly rinsing chlorine, perspiration, stains, etc., out of clothes. 15 MIN/30 MIN For very soiled clothes. Begins with agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves AUTO SOAK through the rest of the cycle automatically. 2nd RINSE Provides an automatic, second deep rinse to thoroughly remove detergent or bleach from your clothes.

• GE recommends the use of High Efficiency (HE) detergents in all Energy Star rated washers

• Add diluted fabric softener (on models with a fabric softener dispenser)

• Select load size and other wash options, including Fabric Softener option

• Push START Quick Start Guide About the control panel—for models with START button. 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. PerfecTemp senses the incoming water temperature and adjusts the fill water to obtain a more precise temperature range for all wash temperatures. For example, in a COLD wash selection, some warm water may be added to reach a temperature needed to better dissolve detergents. Often, detergents are not completely dissolved in very cold water, especially in cooler climates. During winter months, when the water entering your home is colder, or for locations with very cold water year round, use the PerfecTemp plus COLD to help dissolve powdered detergents and to improve the cleaning of your clothes. The TAP COLD feature turns the PerfecTemp feature on your washer off, and uses your household tap water temperature for a COLD wash. This can provide energy savings by reducing the amount of hot water used in your wash. Options Autosoak Option (on some models) This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically. On some models, this option is located on the Cycle Selector knob. 2nd Rinse Option (on 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) Use this option to extract more water from your clothes. Clothes will be drier when this option is selected and will dry more quickly in your dryer.

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Controls7 Consumer Support Troubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions www.geappliances.ca Options on Energy Star models only Fabric Softener Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer. NOTE: If you use an independent fabric softener dispensing device, such as a Downy Ball

, be sure to select a Fabric Softener Option setting. Fabric Softener plus 2nd Rinse Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer. The 2nd Rinse option provides a second deep cold rinse. Fabric Softener plus 2nd Rinse and Extended Spin Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer. The 2nd Rinse option provides a second deep cold rinse and Extended Spin option will extract more water from your clothes. Clothes will contain less moisture when this option is selected and the clothes will dry more quickly in the dryer. Autosoak plus Extended Spin This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycles automatically. The Extended Spin option extracts more water from your clothes. Clothes will contain less moisture when this option is selected and the clothes will dry more quickly in the dryer. Status Indicator Lights The Cycle Indicator Lights show what stage the washer is in. When the Selector knob is set to a new cycle, the Indicator Lights will flash momentarily, showing what stages the cycle will go through. On models without an AUTO SOAK option, the SOAK light will not light up. Wash Cycle—Cycle Selector Knob The wash cycle controls the length and intensity 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. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing. The chart is ranked from longest to shortest cycle time and wash intensity. (Cycles vary by model.) PREWASH For removing surface dirt from heavily soiled clothes. Make sure to follow with a regular wash cycle. CASUALS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits. COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes. EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits. DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. HAND WASH For items labeled handwashable with light soils. Provides periods of agitation and soak during wash and rinse. SPEED WASH For lightly soiled items that are needed in a hurry. DRAIN & SPIN For draining the tub and spinning water out of the clothes.

SPIN ONLY AUTO SOAK For very soiled clothes. Begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically. START Press START to begin the cycle. Pressing START again or raising the lid will PAUSE the cycle and the Cycle indicator light will blink. To continue the cycle, press START again or close the lid. If machine is paused more than 24 hours, the cycle will be cancelled. To stop the cycle, hold the button for 3 seconds. If water remains in the machine, select the DRAIN & SPIN OR SPIN ONLY cycle to drain tub and spin water out of the washer tub. Raising the lid will stop agitation or spin action, but does not pause the cycle.

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About washer features. Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models) Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator. Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover. To clean the dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution: ■ 1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water ■ 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy-duty liquid detergent ■ 1 cup (240 ml) bleach If necessary, loosen buildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiff brush; you may roughen the surface of the dispenser. Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.

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. 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. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon. To use, follow these steps: Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator. Use only liquid fabric softener. Pour into dispenser, using amount recommended on package. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It may stain them. Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line. Set OPTION knob to Fabric Softener on Energy Star models.

Do not pour anything into theagitator if the agitator cap ordispenser is removed. Liquid Bleach Funnel The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the wash cycle. Check clothing care labels for special instructions. Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle. ■ Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket. ■ Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel. Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel. Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into the wash basket with your detergent. ■ Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

Loading and using the washer. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. www.geappliances.ca 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 Add detergent and start the washer before adding clothes so that the detergent can work effectively. 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. GE recommends the use of High Efficiency (HE) detergents in all Energy Star rated washers. HE detergents are formulated to work with low water wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce the oversudsing problems commonly associated with regular detergents. Loading the Washer Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket. When loading wet items, make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely. Water level should just cover the clothes. To add items after washer has started, lift the lid and submerge additional items next to the agitator. ■ Do not wrap long items like sheets or pants around the agitator. ■ Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.). ■ Agitation will not start with the lid up. 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.) Fill Hoses: GE recommends changing the hoses every 5 years. Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Try not to hit surface with sharp objects. Interior: The occasional use of a cycle that contains bleach will keep the inside of the washer clean. Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. See the Installation Instructions packed with product for information on how to reinstall the shipping rod to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer. For more information, write to: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc., 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3. 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. Care and cleaning of the washer.WATER Possible Causes What To Do Too many suds Too much detergent • Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load. Type of detergent • Switch to HE detergent. Soft water • Try less detergent. Water leaks Using too much detergent • Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have soft water, in washer a smaller load or a lightly soiled load. Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and improperly connected rubber washers are installed. Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility. Household drain may • Check household plumbing. You may need to call be clogged a plumber. Constant water pressure • Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after to the fill hoses at the each use. water source

• Check condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced every 5 years. Water temperature Cooler water temperatures • New laundry detergents have been formulated to work seems incorrect provide improved energy with cooler water temperatures without affecting wash efficiency performance. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure or improperly connected hoses are connected to correct faucets. Water valve screens are • Turn off the water source and remove the water connection stopped up hoses from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on. House water heater is • Make sure house water heater is delivering water at not set properly 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C). Water pumped out before Lid lifted or cycle was put in • Reset cycle. cycle is complete pause for over 24 hours Water won’t drain Drain hose is kinked or • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not improperly connected sitting on it.

• Top of drain outlet should be less than 6 ft (1.8 m) above floor. Washer pauses during The PREWASH Cycle or • This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and wash cycle AUTO SOAK Option was soak during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with chosen less wear. Washer pauses during This is normal • The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove spin cycle soapy water more efficiently. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit www.geappliances.ca. You may not need to call for service. Before you call for service…

Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting TipsConsumer Support Troubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set properly • Check controls. Lid is open—safety feature • Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary. prevents agitation and spinning when lid is up Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or tripped/blown reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet. Electronics need to be reset • Unplug washer, wait 2 minutes, plug back in and press START. START was not pressed • Press START. Lid magnet missing • Call for service. Time not shown Unit filling • This is normal. Estimated time remaining is updated during on display fill time. Movement inside machine Shifting mechanism is • When the machine is manually turned off, the shifter will when shut off disengaging the motor disengage the motor before completely shutting down. If lid is raised before the motor is disengaged, it will resume when lid is closed. PERFORMANCE Possible Causes What To Do Clothes too wet Incorrect spin cycle • Make sure the spin cycle selected matches the load you are selected washing. Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water. Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric • Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow softener directions for using dispenser.

• Make sure you have selected the Fabric Softener option (for Energy Star models).

• Pretreat stain and rewash. Dye transfer • Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors. Grayed or yellowed Not enough detergent • Use more 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 hot enough • Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C). Washer is overloaded • Select load size to match clothes load. Detergent is not • Add detergent as wash basket fills with water before dissolving you load clothes. Dye transfer • Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately, unstable dyes may be indicated. Lint or residue on Clothes are air or line dried • If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer, your clothes clothes may retain more lint. Incorrect sorting • Separate lint producers from lint collectors. Washing too long • Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads. Detergent not dissolving • Add detergent as wash basket fills with water, before you load clothes.

• Try a liquid detergent.

• Use warmer water temperature. Overloading • Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket.

• Make sure load size selected matches clothes load size. Incorrect use of fabric • Check fabric softener package for instructions softener and follow directions for using dispenser. www.geappliances.ca 11Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Before you call for service… PERFORMANCE (cont.) Possible Causes What To Do Pilling Result of normal wear on • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the poly-cotton blends and pilling process by washing garments inside out. fuzzy fabrics Snags, holes, tears, rips Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp • Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers. or excessive wear buttons, belt buckles,

• Remove loose items like pins, objects in pockets and zippers and sharp objects sharp buttons. left in pockets

• Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out. Undiluted chlorine bleach • Check bleach package instructions for proper amount.

• Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to come in contact with undiluted bleach. Chemicals like hair bleach or • Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before dye, permanent wave solution washing. Wrinkling Improper sorting • Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with light items (like blouses).

• Try a fabric softener. Overloading or incorrect • Load your washer so clothes have enough room to move water level freely with water covering all of the clothes. Incorrect wash and • Match Cycle selection to the type 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 SOUNDS Possible Causes What To Do “Metallic clicking” Shifter mechanism is • The drive system will engage at the start of agitate and engaging or disengaging disengage when agitate is complete. This occurs multiple times during the wash. Back and forth “swoosh” Electric motor reversing • This machine has a drive system that doesn’t use gears. or light “clicking” sound direction This sound is the motor rotating back and forth to agitate your during agitate laundry. Quick short agitation Clothing redistribution • At the end of agitate, the motor makes short agitation strokes sounds at end of agitate to redistribute the load. “Click” when water Relay switch • The relay makes a click sound when activated. The water stops filling level activates the relay and stops filling. “Clicking” behind Control Automatic Temperature • This valve mixes in cold and hot water. The “clicking” is the Panel during fill Control Valve valve turning on and off. Water volume changes Automatic Temperature • This valve mixes in cold and hot water. The sound changes during fill Control Valve when the valves are turned on and off. Motor “whining up” or Motor ramping up/down • The motor will speed up incrementally during the spin cycle. “coasting down” in spin during spin cycle When spin is complete, it will coast until it stops. “Humming” Water drain pump • The drain pump will make a humming sound when pumping out water after agitation stops and continue until spin is complete. “Gurgling” Water drain pump • When the pump starts drawing in air, It starts to gurgle. The washer should then begin spinning and the sound will continue until it is done spinning.

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For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year Any part of the washer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to original purchase replace the defective part. What Is Not Covered: All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized technician. For service, call 1.800.561.3344. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. GE Washer Warranty. ■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. Read your Owner’s Manual. If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Relations office at: Manager, Consumer Relations Mabe Canada Inc. 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310 Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3 ■ Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities.

Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. ■ Failure of the product if it is misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

Damage to finish not reported within 48 hours following delivery of the appliance.

Product not accessible to provide required service. WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Warrantor: MABE CANADA INC. EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within Canada. In-home warranty service will be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide.Printed in the United States Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website www.geappliances.ca Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Visit our Website, www.geappliances.ca, 24 hours a day, any day of the year! Schedule Service 1.800.561.3344 GE repair service is close to you. To arrange service for your GE appliance, all you have to do is call. Real Life Design Studio Upon request, GE can provide a brochure on designing a kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3 Extended Warranties www.geappliances.ca Purchase a GE service contract before your warranty expires and benefit from a substantial rebate. That way GE service will always be there after your warranty expires. Visit our Website or call 1.800.461.3636. Parts and Accessories Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. You will find the nearest Mabe Service Center number in the yellow pages of your phone book. Or, call us at