GE - General Electric WNCK2050D0WC GE washer

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Installation Instructions
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[STEP 1OI CHECK LIST
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Review this list after installing the washer to avoid a
charge for a service call not covered by the warranty,
AFTER INSTALLATI0 N CHECK TtIE FOLLOWI NG:
[] Drain hose must be pulled tight and secured to
drain facility to prevent lifting out of drain facility
during discharge, Nozzle clamp must be securely
tightened to prevent leaks. MAKE SURE DRAIN
HOSE IS NOT RUBBING AGAINST CONCRETE OR
BLOCK WALL. RUBBING MAY WEAR HOLES IN
HOSE.
[] Hose Washers-Rubber washers in both ends offitl
hoses.
El Hose Connections-Hot side (left valve) connected
to hot water supply, cold side (right valve) to cold
water supply. All connections should be hand
tightened plus 1/2 turn with pliers.
[] Grounding-Must be properly grounded to conform
to !ocal codes and ordinances.
[] Leveling-Adjust front leveling legs as necessary
(preleveled from the factory at 1"). Check side to
side and front to back. Tilt forward approximately
4" to adjust rear self-leveling legs.
[] 0peration-Turn on faucets and run washer com-
pletely through cycle by hand. Check for leaks,
noise, vibration, correct water temperatures and
proper operation in wash and spin. While washer
is in spin, raise lid and check Lid switch and brake
operation,
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ISTEP 11t LITERATURE
Be sure to leave complete literature package and
installationinstructions with consumer.
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TYPICAL HOSE INSTALLATIONS:
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TypicalCompletedWasherAssembly
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SPE01FICATIONSSUBJECTTOCHANGEWITHOUTNOTIOE
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WARNING
Foryoursafety,the informationin these instructions mustbe
followed to minimizethe risk of fire orexplosion, electric shock,or to
prevent property damage,personal Injury,or loss of life.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
Undercertain conditions hydrogengas maybe produced ina
water heater that has not been usedfor two wealdsor more.
Hydrogengas can be explosive under these circumstances.
tfthe hot water has not beenusedfor twoweeks or more,prevent
the possibility ofdamageor injury byturning onall hotwater
faucets andallowing them torun for several minutes.Dothis
before using anyelectrical appliance which isconnected tothe
hot water system.This simpleprocedure will allow anybuilt-in
hydrogengas to escape, Sincethe gas is flammable,do not smoke
or usean openflame or appliance during thisprocess.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
Keepthe areaunderneathand aroundyourappliances freeof
combustible materials such aslint,paper,rags,chemicals,etc.
Closesupervisionis necessaryif this appliance isused byor near
children. Donot allow children te play on.with, or insidethisor
any other appliance.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
Neverreach intowasher while it is moving.Wait until the machine
has completelystoppedbefore openingthe _id.
Do not mixchlorine bleachwith ammonia or acidssuch asvinegar
and/or rust remover.Mixing different chemicals canproduce a
toxic gaswhich maycause death,
Do not washor dry articles that have beencleaned in,washedin,
soakedin,or spottedwith combustibleor explosivesubstances
(suchas wax, oil, paint,gasoline, degreaaers,dry-cleaning
solvents,kerosene,etc.). Thesesubstancesgive offvaporsthat
may ign_taor explode.Do not addthese substancesto thewash
water. Donot use or place these substancesaroundyourwasher
or dryer during operation.
. Thelaundry process can reduce the flame retardancyoffabrics. To
avoidsuch a result,carefully follow the garmentmanufacturers
wash and careinstructions.
Tominimizethe possibility of electric shock, unplug thisappliance
fromthe power supply ordisconnect the washer atthe household
distribution panelbyremoving the fuse or switching off thecircuit
breaker beforeattempting any maintenanceor cleaning.NOTE:
Turningthe Cycle Selectorknob to anoff positiondoesNOT
disconnect the appliancefrom the power supply.
, Neverattemptto o.j3eratethis appliance if it isdamaged,malfunc-
tioning,partially disassembled,or has missingor brokenparts,
including a damagedcord or plug.
WHEN NOT IN USE
Turnoffwater faucets to relieve pressure onhoses and valvesand
tominimizeleakageif a break or rupture shouldoccur.Checkthe
condition ofthe fill hoses;they shouldbe replacedevery5years.
Beforediscarding a washer,or removingit from service, remove
the washer lid to prevent children fromhidlng inside.
Donot attempt torepair or replace any partofthis appliance
unless specifically recommendedin these instructions or in
published user-repair instructions that youunderstandand have
the skills tocarry out.
Donot tamper with controls.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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