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CARE AND CLEANING
Care and cleaning
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 rear center of the drawer cavity 
and press down firmly on the lock tab, pulling out the 
drawer.
•  Remove all cups and inserts from the dispenser 
drawer. Rinse the inserts, cups and drawer with 
hot 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.
•  To reduce buildup in the Dispenser Drawer area:
Use only HE  
High-Efficiency  
detergent.
Moving and Storage
Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed 
to the weather. When moving the washer, the tub should be kept stationary by using the shipping bolts removed during 
installation. See Installation Instructions in this manual. If these parts are not available, they can be ordered by visiting 
our Website at GEApplianceparts.com or by calling GE Appliances at 877.959.8688. In Canada, visit your local 
GE Appliances parts distributor or call 800.661.1616 or GEAppliances.ca/en/products/parts-filters-accessories.
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.
 
Lock tab is 
visible only 
after drawer 
has been 
pulled out
Lock 
Tab
(on some models)
(on some models)
(on some models)
(on some models)