User Manual GE® GFW430SSMWW 4.5 cu. ft. Capacity Front Load ENERGY STAR® Washer

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Owner's Guide Washing & Dryer

USING THE WASHER

Getting started

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION before operating this appliance.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Step 1

  • Loosely add items. Overloading may negatively impact wash performance. See page 12 for suggested loading examples.
  • Close door.

NOTE: Washer will not start with door open.

Step 2

  • Press Power button to turn on the washer.

Step 3

  • Turn the knob to the desired cycle or use My Cycle (on some models) to program or recall your favorite cycle.

Step 4

  • Open the dispenser and add detergent, bleach and fabric softener, as desired.

  • GE Appliances recommends the use of High Efficiency detergents such as in your energy efficient washer. Place detergent pods in the bottom of the wash basket before adding clothes.

Step 5

  • Press Start to begin the wash cycle. The machine will weigh your clothes and add the proper amount of water. When the wash cycle is finished, the door will unlock.

Controls

You can locate your model number on a label on the side of the washer or inside the washer door.

Models: GFWS1705, GFWS1700, GFWN1600, GFW450 and GFW430 (features vary by model)

A. Power

Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into standby mode. NOTE: Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

B. Start/Pause-Add A Garment

Press to start a wash cycle. If the washer is running, pressing it once will pause the washer and unlock the door. It will take a few seconds for the door to unlock after pressing Pause. Press again to restart the wash cycle.

NOTE: If the washer is paused and the cycle is not restarted within 15 minutes, the current wash cycle will be cancelled.

NOTE: In some cycles the washer will drain first, then unlock the door when it is paused.

NOTE: The washer performs automatic system checks after pressing the Start button. Water will flow in 45 seconds or less. You may hear the door lock and unlock before water flows; this is normal.

C. Wash Cycles

The wash cycles are optimized for specific types of wash loads.

The chart below will help you match the items to be washed with the best wash cycle settings. For optimal performance, select the cycle that most closely matches the items being washed. Selections and options shown in bold are the suggested settings for that cycle.

*Some cycles and options may not be available on some models.

NOTE: The Sanitize and Sanitize With Oxi cycle water temperature CANNOT be changed. Sanitize and Sanitize With Oxi cycles have been verified to reduce 99.9% of bacteria typically found in residential laundry, and no significant contamination is transferred to subsequent washer loads.

The Sanitize with Oxi cycle, when using an Oxi additive along with your detergent, is designed to remove 99.9% of bacteria found in home laundry. Measure the detergent and the Oxi products carefully. Using the amount appropriate for a large heavily soiled load, follow the detergent and the Oxi product label instructions. Place the Oxi product directly in the bottom of the wash tub, before adding the clothes. The washer hot water supply connection must provide a minimum of 120°F to ensure the effectiveness of this cycle.

D. Add Steam (on some models)

Add Steam adds steam into the washer to assist with loosening stains on the Whites, Colors/Normal, Towels/Sheets, Active Wear, Bulky Items or Sanitize cycles.

To use:

  1. Turn power ON and select a wash cycle.
  2. Select the Add Steam button to activate steam.
  3. Press the Start/Pause button.

E. Soil

Change the Soil level to increase or decrease the wash time to remove different amounts of soil.

To change the Soil level, press the Soil level button until you have reached the desired setting. You can choose between Extra Light, Light, Normal, Heavy or Extra Heavy soil levels.

F. Temp

Adjust to select the proper main water temperature for the wash cycle. The PreWash rinse water is always cold to help reduce energy usage and reduce setting of stains and wrinkles.

Follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when selecting the wash temperature.

To change the wash temperature, press the wash Temp button until you have reached the desired setting. You can choose between Tap Cold, Cold, Warm, Hot or Extra Hot (Extra Hot is available on some models). By design, to protect fabrics, not all wash temperatures are available for certain wash cycles.

NOTE: The first 10 seconds of the wash fill is always cold. This feature assists in conditioning the fabric and preventing stains from setting on garments.

G. Spin

Changing the Spin speed changes the final spin speed of the cycles. Always follow the garment manufacturer’s care label when changing the Spin speed.

To change the Spin speed, press the Spin speed button until you have reached the desired setting. You can choose between No Spin, Low, Medium, High or Max. Higher spin speeds are not available on certain cycles, such as Delicates.

Higher spin speeds remove more water from the clothes and will help reduce dry time, but may also increase the possibility of setting wrinkles on some fabrics.

H. My Cycle (on some models)

To save a favorite cycle, set the desired settings for wash cycle, soil level, spin speed and wash temp settings and hold down the My Cycle button for 3 seconds. A beep will sound to indicate the cycle has been saved.

To use your custom cycle, press the My Cycle button before washing a load.

To change the saved cycle, set the desired settings and hold down the My Cycle button for 3 seconds.

NOTE: When using My Cycle, wash options cannot be modified after the cycle has been started.

NOTE: If you change wash options with My Cycle before starting the cycle, the My Cycle light will turn off and you will be returned to the base cycle.

I. PreWash (on some models)

Prewash is an extra wash before the main wash. Use it for heavily soiled clothes or for clothes with a care label that recommends prewashing before washing. Be sure to add liquid or powder high-efficiency detergent, or the proper wash additive to the prewash dispenser.

PreWash must be selected prior to pressing Start.

The PreWash feature will fill the washer with cold water (adding the prewash detergent), tumble the clothes, drain and spin. Then the washer will run the selected wash cycle.

NOTE: In some special cycles, the prewash is selected automatically as the default. You can modify this selection at any time.

I. PreSoak (on some models)

For soaking your garments prior to the wash cycle. This option begins with a brief tumble and then proceeds to soak the clothes with water and detergent for a specified period of time. Once complete, the cycle will begin automatically. PreSoak must be selected prior to pressing Start.

The PreSoak time will add an additional 30 minutes to the overall wash time. High-efficiency detergent from the main wash compartment in the dispenser is used for the PreSoak period and main wash cycle.

J. Time Saver (on some models)

This option reduces the overall washer cycle time by optimizing the wash, rinse and spin actions and/or gently raising the wash temperature to get clothes cleaned faster. Option is available on Normal, Whites, Towels/Sheets, Delicates, Bulky Items and Active Wear cycles. Total wash time will vary based on cycle chosen and options selected.

To use:

  1. Turn power on and select a wash cycle which has Time Saver as an option.
  2. Make any adjustments to Soil, Temp and Spin as desired.
  3. Press the Time Saver button to reduce the overall wash time.
  4. Press the Start/Pause button.

K. Delay Wash

You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 24 hours. Press the Delay Wash button to choose the amount of time you want to delay the start of the wash cycle. Once the desired time is reached, press the Start button. The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time.

NOTE: If you forget to fully close the door, a reminder signal will beep reminding you to do so.

NOTE: If you open the door when the delay is counting down, the machine will enter the pause state. You must close the door and press Start again in order to restart the countdown.

L. Extra Rinse

This option allows for an extra rinse during a cycle to remove excess dirt and detergent from soiled loads.

On models with Rinse + Spin cycle, a drain and spin cycle can be achieved by pressing the Extra Rinse button until the light is no longer illuminated.

M. Stain Removal Guide (on some models)

The Stain Removal Guide is pre-programmed with the ideal wash and rinse settings to tackle five common stains. To use this feature, select the desired wash cycle and then press the Stain Removal Guide button until the stain you want to remove is highlighted. Next, press the Start button.

For some stains, a prewash will be selected automatically. If desired, add detergent or wash additive to the prewash dispenser. Add Steam cannot be selected along with this feature.

Stain Wash (on some models)

The Stain Wash modifier can be used with all cycles except Rinse + Spin and Tub Clean and is preprogrammed with the ideal wash and rinse settings to tackle common stains. To use this feature, select the desired wash cycle and then press the Stain Wash button.

Once selected, press the Start button to start the cycle. For some stains, a PreSoak will be selected automatically.

N. Tumble Care or Extended Tumble (on some models)

Freshly tumbles your garments periodically for up to 8 hours after the wash cycle is complete to lessen the setting of wrinkles and creases when you are not able to move clothing to the dryer right away.

At the end of the cycle, the display will scroll “END” and after ten minutes the Tumble Care or Extended Tumble will begin. It can be stopped at any time by pressing the Power button.

NOTE: The Tumble Care or Extended Tumble option cannot be added to the My Cycle feature.

O. Volume (on some models)

This button has two functions:

  • To change the loudness of the end of cycle signal, press the button as many times as needed to reach the desired volume. There are four sound levels including OFF.
  • To turn the button sounds ON/OFF, press and hold the button for 3 seconds.

P. Cycle Signal (on some models)

Use the Signal pad to change the volume of the end of cycle signal.

Press the pad until you reach the desired volume.

Q. Lock Controls or Lock (depending on model)

You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock or unlock the controls after you have started a cycle.

Children cannot accidentally start the washer by touching buttons with this option selected. To lock the washer, press and hold the Lock Controls or Lock button for 3 seconds.

To unlock the washer controls, press and hold the Lock Controls or Lock button for 3 seconds.

A sound is made to indicate the lock/unlock status.

The indicator light above the button will illuminate when the controls are locked.

NOTE: The Power button can still be used when the machine is locked.

R. Display

Displays the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle.

NOTE: The cycle time is affected by the water pressure in your home and the balance of the load in the washer. You may see the time remaining on the display increase to accommodate a slower spin speed to handle unbalanced loads.

On some models, cycle status is also displayed and certain features such as Delay Wash or Steam are shown indicating they have been selected.

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. On some models, there is also a “Load Rebalancing” message displayed. When this occurs, the washer is taking actions to correct the out-of-balance condition and complete the cycle normally. In some cases, the washer may not be able to balance the load and spin up to full speed. If you notice the load is more wet than usual at the end of the cycle, redistribute the load evenly in the wash tub and run a Drain + Spin cycle.

Dispenser Drawer

Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling it out until it stops.

After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the bleach, fabric softener or detergent.

You may see water in the dispenser drawer at the end of the cycle. This is a result of the flushing/siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the washer.

Prewash Compartment (on some models)

  • Only use the Prewash Compartment if you are selecting the Prewash cycle for heavily soiled clothes. Add measured detergent or prewash additive to the back left prewash compartment of the dispenser drawer.
  • Detergent or prewash additive is flushed from the dispenser in the prewash cycle (if selected).

NOTE: Liquid detergent will drain into the washer drum as it is added.

  • Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load. Avoid using too much detergent in your washer as it can lead to over sudsing and detergent residue being left on the clothes.

Detergent Compartment

  • High-efficiency detergent is required for this washer. Use the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount.
  • Add measured detergent to the front left detergent compartment of the dispenser drawer.
  • Detergent is flushed from the dispenser at the beginning of the wash cycle. Either powdered or liquid detergent can be used.
  • Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load. Avoid using too much detergent in your washer as it can lead to oversudsing and detergent residue being left on the clothes.
  • Using more detergent than the recommended quantity can cause residue buildup on your washer.

Selection Insert

The detergent selection insert must be placed in the detergent compartment in a specific position according to what type of detergent you are using.

  • Powder Detergent – Remove the detergent selection insert and place it in a safe location outside of the washer.
  • Liquid Detergent – You will need to adjust the insert according to the type of Liquid Detergent you are using. The Icons on the side of the detergent compartment must line up on the center when the insert is in position.

NOTE: Not all models have the 2x and 3x detergent settings. Some have only regular HE detergent settings. You must reduce the amount of detergent for 2x or 3x detergent per bottle instructions.

Move the insert by pulling it up and replace it by sliding it down between either the rear or front detergent compartment molded rails, as desired, for liquid detergent. Remove for powder detergent.

Liquid detergent may seep under the insert prior to the start of the cycle. This is normal and will not affect the wash performance.

Liquid Bleach Compartment (on some models)

IMPORTANT: The bleach compartment position varies by model. Be sure to

identify the correct compartment for bleach before using.

If desired, measure out the recommended amount of liquid bleach, not to exceed 1/3 cup (80 ml), and pour into the right compartment labeled “LIQUID BLEACH”.

Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can cause early dispensing of the bleach which could result in damaged clothes.

NOTE: Do not use powdered bleach in the dispenser.

Fabric Softener Compartment (on some models)

IMPORTANT: The fabric softener compartment position varies by model. Be sure to

identify the correct compartment for fabric softener before using.

If desired, pour the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into the compartment labeled “FABRIC SOFTENER.”

Use only liquid fabric softener in the dispenser.

Dilute with water to the maximum fill line. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can cause early dispensing of the fabric softener which could stain clothes.

NOTE: Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash load.

Loading

Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.

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). Wash lint producers such as cotton towels and socks separate from lint collectors including synthetic garments and dress pants.

WARNING - Fire Hazard

  • DO NOT wash fabrics soiled with flammable liquids or cleaning solvents.
  • No washer can completely remove oil.
  • DO NOT wash or dry anything that has been soaked in or spotted with any type of oil (including cooking oils).
  • DO NOT reach into the washer until all moving parts have stopped.
  • Doing so can result in death, explosion, fire or amputation.

Loading the Washer

The wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely added items.

Loading Examples

CARE AND CLEANING

Exterior

Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Do not hit surface with sharp objects.

Interior

To clean the interior of the washer, select the Tub Clean feature on the control panel. This Tub Clean cycle should be performed, at a minimum, once per month. This cycle will use more water, in addition to bleach, to control the rate at which soils and detergents may accumulate in your washer.

NOTE: Read the instructions below completely before starting the Tub Clean cycle.

  1. Remove any garments or objects from the washer and ensure the washer tub is empty.
  2. Open the washer door and pour one cup or 250 ml of liquid bleach or other washing machine cleaner into the tub.
  3. Close the door and select the Tub Clean cycle. Push the Start pad.
  4. When the Tub Clean cycle is working, the display will show the estimated cycle time remaining. The cycle will complete in about 90 minutes. Do not interrupt the cycle.
  5. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly for better ventilation.

If for any reason the cycle needs to be interrupted, the door will not open immediately. Forcing open the door at this stage may cause water to flood. The door will open after the water is drained to a level where it would not flood the floor.

Tub Clean may be interrupted by pressing the Start pad in between cycles. A power outage in the house might also interrupt the cycle. When the power supply is back, the Tub Clean cycle resumes where it had stopped. When interrupted, be sure to run a complete Tub Clean cycle before using the washer. If the Power pad is pressed during Tub Clean, the cycle will be lost.

IMPORTANT:

  • Run Tub Clean with 1 Cup (250 ml) of bleach once a month.
  • After the completion of a Tub Clean cycle, the interior of your washer may have a bleach smell.
  • It is recommended to run a light color load after the Tub Clean cycle.

Pump Filter

Due to the nature of the front-load washer, it is sometimes possible for small articles to pass to the pump. The washer has a filter to capture lost items so they are not dumped to the drain. To retrieve lost items, clean out the pump filter.

  1. Using a small flathead screwdriver or coin, open the access door.
  2. Place a shallow pan or dish under the pump access door and towels on the floor in front of the washer to protect the floor. It is normal to catch about a quart of water when the filter is removed. NOTE: If there is water in the tub when the pump filter is cleaned, it will drain out and a larger pan or dish may be necessary.
  3. Pull down the pour spout.
  4. Turn the pump filter counterclockwise and remove the filter slowly, controlling the flow of the draining water.
  5. Clean the debris from the filter.
  6. Replace the filter and turn clockwise. Tighten securely.
  7. Flip up the pour spout.
  8. Close the access door by hooking the bottom tabs first, then rotating the access door shut.

Dispenser Drawer Area

Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.

  • Remove the drawer by first pulling it out until it stops. Then reach back into the left or right rear corner (depending on model) of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab, pulling out the drawer.

  • Remove the inserts from the bleach and fabric softener compartments and the detergent insert. Rinse the inserts and the drawer with very warm water to remove traces of accumulated laundry products.

To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess. Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.

  • Return inserts to the proper compartments. Replace the dispenser drawer.

Door Gasket

Open the washer door. Using both hands, press down the door gasket. While holding down the door gasket, inspect the interior of the gasket by pulling it down with your fingers. Remove any foreign objects if found trapped inside this gasket. Make sure there is nothing blocking the holes behind the gasket.

When you are finished cleaning the door gasket, remove your hands and the gaskets will return to the operating position.

Long Vacations

Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses and water filter pump area if weather will be below freezing.

Troubleshooting

ProblemPossible CauseWhat To Do

Not draining

Not spinning

Not tumbling

Load is out of balanceRedistribute clothes and run Drain + Spin or Rinse + Spin. Increase load size if washing small load containing heavy and light items.
Pump cloggedSee page 13 on how to clean the Pump Filter.
Drain hose is kinked or improperly connectedStraighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.
Household drain maybe cloggedCheck household plumbing. You may need to call a plumber.
Drain hose siphoning; drain hose pushed too far down the drainEnsure there is an air gap between hose and drain.
Leaking waterDoor gasket is damaged

Check to see if gasket is seated and not torn. Objects left in pockets may cause damage to the washer (nails, screws, pens, pencils).

Water may drip from the door when the door is opened. This is a normal operation.

Carefully wipe off rubber door seal. Sometimes dirt or clothing is left in this seal and can cause a small leak

Check back left of washer for waterIf this area is wet, you have over sudsing condition. Use less detergent.
Fill hoses or drain hose is improperly connectedMake sure hose connections are tight at washer and faucets and make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Household drain maybe cloggedCheck household plumbing. You may need to call a plumber.
Dispenser cloggedPowder soap may cause clogs inside the dispenser and cause water to leak out the front of the dispenser. Remove drawer and clean both drawer and inside of dispenser box. Please refer to Cleaning the Washer section.
Incorrect use of detergentUse only HE and correct amount of detergent.
Dispenser box crackedIf new installation, check for crack on inside of dispenser box.
Clothes too wetLoad is out of balanceRedistribute clothes and run Drain + Spin or Rinse + Spin. Increase load size if washing small load containing heavy and light items. The machine will slow the spin speed down to 410 rpm if it has a hard time balancing the load. This speed is normal.
Pump cloggedSee page 13 on how to clean the Pump Filter.
OverloadingThe dry weight of the load should be less then 16 lbs.
Drain hose is kinked or improperly connectedStraighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.
Household drain maybe cloggedCheck household plumbing. You may need to call a plumber.
Drain hose siphoning; drain hose pushed too far down the drainEnsure there is an air gap between hose and drain.
Incomplete cycle or timer not advancingAutomatic load redistribution

Timer adds 3 minutes to cycle for each rebalance. 11 or 15 rebalances may be done. This isnormal operation.

Do nothing; the machine will finish the wash cycle.

Pump cloggedSee page 13 on how to clean the Pump Filter.
Drain hose is kinked or improperly connectedStraighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.
Household drain maybe cloggedCheck household plumbing. You may need to call a plumber.
Drain hose siphoning; drain hose pushed toofar down the drainEnsure there is an air gap between hose and drain.
Loud or unusual noise; vibration or shakingCabinet movingWasher is designed to move 1/4” to reduce forces transmitted to the floor.This movement is normal.
All rubber leveling legs are not firmly touching the floorPush and pull on the back right and then back left of your washer to check if it is level. If the washer is uneven, adjust the rubber leveling legs so they are all firmly touching the floor and locked in place. Your installer should correct this problem.
Unbalanced loadPause unit, open door and manually redistribute load. To check machine, run rinse and spin with no load. If normal, unbalance was caused by load.
Pump cloggedSee page 13 on how to clean the Pump Filter.
No power/washer not working or deadWasher is unpluggedMake sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.
Water supply is turned offTurn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
Circuit breaker/ fuse is tripped/ blownCheck house circuit breakers/ fuses. Replace fuses or reset breaker. Washer should have separate outlet.
Automatic self system checksFirst time the washer is plugged in, automatic checks occur. It may take up to 20 seconds before you can use your washer. This is normal operation.
Snags, holes, tears, rips or excessive wearOverloadedDo not exceed maximum recommended load sizes. See recommended maximum load sizes on page 12.
Pens, pencils, nails, screws or other objects left in pocketsRemove loose items from pockets.
Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers and sharp objects left in pocketsFasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers.
Control time wrong or changesThis is normalDuring spin the washer may need to rebalance the load sometimes to reduce vibrations. When this happens, the estimated time is increased causing time left to increase or jump.
Not enough waterThis is normalHorizontal washers do not require the tub to fill with water like top-load washers.
Washer pauses or has to be restarted, or washer door is locked and will not openPump cloggedSee page 13 on how to clean the Pump Filter.

Door unlocks or press

Start and machine doesn’t operate

This is normalFront-load washers start up differently than top-load washers, and it takes 30 seconds to check the system. The door will lock and unlock.
Incorrect operationSimply open and close the door firmly; then press Start.
Water does not enterwasher or enters slowlyAutomatic self system checksAfter Start is pressed, the washer does several system checks. Water will flow 60 seconds after Start is pressed.
Water supply is turned offTurn on both hot and cold faucets fully.
Water valve screens are stopped upTurn off the water source and remove the water connection hoses from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or tooth pick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on.
Inlet hose screen washers are stopped upTurn off the water source and remove the inlet hoses from the wall faucets. Use a brush or tooth pick to clean the screen washers in the end of the hoses. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on.
WrinklingImproper sortingAvoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with light items (like blouses).
OverloadingLoad your washer so clothes have enough room to move freely.
Incorrect wash cycleMatch cycle selection to the type of fabric you are washing (especially foreasy care loads).
Repeated washing in water that is too hotWash in warm or cold water.
Grayed or yellowed clothesNot enough detergentUse correct amount of detergent.
Not using HE (high efficiency) detergentUse only HE detergent.
Hard waterUse hottest water safe for fabric.
Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install a water softener.
Water is not hot enoughMake sure water heater is delivering water at 120°–140°F (48°– 60°C).
Detergent is not dissolvingTry a liquid HE detergent.
Dye transferSort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately, unstable dyes may be indicated.
Colored spotsIncorrect use of fabric softenerCheck fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions forusing dispenser.
Dye transferSort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Promptly remove wash load from washer.
Water temperature is incorrectWater supply is improperly connectedMake sure hoses are connected to correct faucets.
House water heater is not set properlyMake sure house water heater is delivering water at 120°– 140°F (48°–60°C).
Slight variation in metallic colorThis is normalDue to the metallic properties of paint used for this unique product, slight variations of color may occur due to viewing angles and lighting conditions.
Bad odor inside your WasherWasher unused for a long time, not using recommended quality of HE detergent or used too much detergentRun a Tub Clean cycle.
In case of strong odor, you may need to run the Tub Clean cycle more than once.
Use only the amount of detergent recommended on the detergent container.
Use only HE (high efficiency) detergent.
Always remove wet items from the washer promptly after machine stops running.
Leave the door slightly open for the water to air dry. Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play on or in this or any other appliance.
Detergent leakIncorrect placement of detergent insertMake sure detergent insert is properly located and fully seated. Never put detergent above max line.
This is normalIt is normal operation to see detergent leak on door gasket about 20 seconds after filling the dispenser.
Improper dispensing of softener or bleachDispenser cloggedMonthly clean the dispenser drawer to remove buildup of chemicals.
Softener or bleach is filled above the max lineMake sure to have the correct amount of softener or bleach.
Softener or bleach cap issueMake sure softener and bleach cap for dispenser are seated or they will not work.
Dispenser drawer not dispensing properlyLaundry detergent packet placed in dispenser drawerLaundry detergent packets should not be used in the dispenser. They should only be added directly to the wash tub following the manufacturer's directions.
Pump running while washer is not in useClog in sump drainThis is normal. Drain sump is detecting an undesired water fill level from a potential open faucet. Shut off water valve and inspect water valve for blockage.


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