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USING THE WASHER

Getting started

Start/Pause

Press Start to begin the cycle. NOTE: Unless Bulky Items cycle is selected, the lid must be closed for the washer to start cycle.

If the lid is open, “Lid” will scroll across the display. During the load sensing portion of the cycle, the lid will lock and “SEnSing” will

scroll across the display. When load sensing is complete, the lid will unlock.

Pressing Pause will unlock the lid (if locked at that time), pause the cycle and the Start indicator light will blink.

To continue the cycle, press Start again. If water remains in the machine, select the Drain & Spin cycle to drain basket and

spin water out of the washer basket. NOTE: Machine will automatically cancel and drain when water is present and the lid is

left open for 15 minutes or the unit is left in a paused state for 24 hours with the lid closed. Select cycle and press Start to

begin new cycle.

Display and Status Lights

Display: The display shows the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle. NOTE: The cycle time is affected by

how long it takes the washer to fill. This depends on the water pressure in your home. The size of the load being washed also

significantly impacts cycle time, with larger loads taking longer.

In addition, this display will, “scroll” the washer status:

• bALAnCIN

Start of rebalancing cycle to redistribute clothes. Stops after rebalancing is complete.

• dELAY When Delay Wash is initiated. Replaced with estimated time when cycle starts.

• End End of current cycle.

• FILL “FILL” will scroll across display for the first 45 seconds of fill, afterwards the estimated end of cycle time is

displayed.

• H2O SUPPLY Can not sense water level (valves possibly turned off).

• LId Cycle stopped because lid is open. Close the lid.

• SEnSIng Sensing load size and type before and during fill (normal).

• PAUSE Cycle paused because the Start/Pause button was pressed and the washer was set to Pause. Press Start

button again to restart the cycle.

Cycle status lights: Shows whether the washer is in the Delay, Fill, Soak (on some models), Wash, Rinse or Spin

portion of the cycle.

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. 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 normal at the end of the cycle, redistribute the load evenly

in the wash basket and run a Drain & Spin cycle.

Your washer is equipped with Consumer Help Indicator (CHI). CHI is our way to communicate a simple remedy for some situations

that you can perform without the need to call for service. The chart below describes the helpful messages you may notice scrolling

on your display when you return to start another load. These messages will provide simple remedies you can quickly perform.

Spin light blinking 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. 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

normal at the end of the cycle, redistribute the load evenly in the wash basket and run a Drain & Spin cycle.

“H2O SUPPLY”

(Water not

entering washer)

Check your house water supply. Did you forget to turn on one or both supply valves after installation or

coming back from vacation? As soon as the message starts to scroll, the washer will initiate a 4 minute lock-

out period. The washer controls won’t respond/change during this time. After the 4 minutes, you can begin

your cycle again. If you try to bypass the lock-out period by unplugging the washer, the 4 minute timer will

start over again.

“CAnCELEd” “CAnCELEd” may scroll on the display if the machine was paused for longer than 24 hours or if the machine

has stopped itself before the cycle completed due to certain errors. As soon as the message starts to scroll,

the washer will initiate a 4 minute lock-out period. The washer controls won’t respond/change during this time.

After the 4 minute period, you can begin your cycle again. If you try to bypass the lock-out period by unplugging

the washer, the 4 minute timer will start over again. If the problem persists, call GE Appliances at 800.

GE.CARES (800.432.2737) for service.

“Lid” “Lid” will be shown on display if 3 cycles have been started without opening the lid. The washer will not

start another cycle until the lid is opened. Try opening, then closing the lid and starting a new cycle. If the

problem persists, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) for service.

Consumer Help Indicator

Feature status lights indicate (see sections F and G for more details):

Pause - Will display when washer is paused between cycles.

Controls - The washer is locked - will blink once if you press any button or turn the cycle knob.

Lid Lock - The lid is locked. See the Control Lock description.

WiFi (on some models) - Will display when washer is connected via WiFi. Will blink when you are attempting to connect

your device to your home WiFi.

Spin Stop - Indicates wash basket is coasting to a stop following spin. Lid will not unlock until basket has fully come to a stop.

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Brand	GE
Model	GTW685BSLWS
Category	Washing Machines
File type	PDF
File size	9.47 MB

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There can be several causes. The most common cause is the filter being clogged. Unplug the appliance and check the filter. Remove any blockage if necessary. The location of the filter is different depening on the model. It is also possible that there is a special lever to open the door. If these options don't help, the last option is unplug the appliance for a period of 30-60 minutes and try to open the door after that. If this doesn't work, contact the manufacturer or a mechanic.

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