GE GFWS3505 User Manual

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Never reach into washer while it is moving. 

Wait until the machine has completely stopped 

before opening the door.

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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.

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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.) which 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.

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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. 

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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: Pressing the 

power button does NOT disconnect the appliance 

from the power supply.

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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.

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Do not slam the washer door closed. Do not try 

to force the door open when locked (LOCKED 

indicator ON). This could result in damage to 

the washer.

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The washer is equipped with an electrical 

overload protector. The motor will stop 

if it becomes overheated. The washer will 

automatically restart after a cool-down 

period of up to 2 hours, if the washer 

has not been manually turned off 

during this time.

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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.

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Before discarding a washer, or removing it 

from service, remove the washer door to prevent 

children from hiding inside.

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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.

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Do not tamper with controls.

Use this 

appliance 

only for its 

intended 

purpose as 

described in 

this Owner’s 

Manual.