GE GFWS1700 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Christian NicholsSep 12, 2025
Why are my clothes getting snags, holes, or tears in my GE GFWS1700 Washer?
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  Peter WeaverSep 12, 2025
  If you're noticing snags, holes, tears, rips, or excessive wear on your clothes after washing them in your GE Washer, here are a few potential reasons: * The washer may be overloaded. Avoid exceeding the maximum recommended load sizes. * Objects like pens, pencils, nails, or screws might have been left in pockets. Always remove loose items from pockets before washing. * Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp buttons, belt buckles, zippers, and other sharp objects left in pockets can cause damage. Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons, and zippers before washing.
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Bryan MathewsAug 25, 2025
Why is my GE GFWS1700 making loud or unusual noises?
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  Michael JohnsonAug 25, 2025
  If your GE washer is making loud or unusual noises, vibrating, or shaking, it could be due to several factors. The washer is designed to move slightly (about 1/4 inch) to reduce forces transmitted to the floor, which is normal. Ensure all rubber leveling legs are firmly touching the floor by pushing and pulling on the back right and left sides of the washer to check if it is level. An unbalanced load can also cause these issues; pause the unit, open the door, and manually redistribute the load. A clogged pump could also be the reason.
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Margaret FisherAug 25, 2025
Why is there not enough water in my GE GFWS1700?
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  hudsonjessicaAug 26, 2025
  If there's not enough water in your GE washer, it is normal. Horizontal washers do not require the tub to fill with water like top-load washers.
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kbrownSep 23, 2025
Why does the control time on my GE GFWS1700 display wrong or changes?
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  Brandy HartSep 23, 2025
  If the control time on your GE Washer is wrong or changes, it's likely normal. During the spin cycle, the washer may need to rebalance the load to reduce vibrations. When this happens, the estimated time is increased, causing the time left to increase or jump.
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Elizabeth BaileySep 12, 2025
Why are my clothes wrinkling in my GE GFWS1700?
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  josephjordanSep 12, 2025
  If your clothes are coming out of your GE Washer with excessive wrinkles, consider these factors: * Improper sorting of clothes can lead to wrinkling. Avoid washing heavy items (like work clothes) with light items (like blouses). * Overloading the washer can prevent clothes from moving freely, leading to wrinkles. Make sure clothes have enough room to move. * Using the incorrect wash cycle can also cause wrinkles. Match the cycle selection to the type of fabric you're washing, especially for easy-care loads. * Repeated washing in water that is too hot can set wrinkles. Wash in warm or cold water instead.
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Darrell ValdezSep 16, 2025
Why does the control time change or is wrong on my GE GFWS1700 Washer?
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  Julie RobinsonSep 17, 2025
  If the control time is wrong or changes on your GE washer, it is normal. During spin, the washer may need to rebalance the load to reduce vibrations. When this happens, the estimated time is increased, causing the time left to increase or jump.
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Donald RomeroSep 6, 2025
Why is there a bad odor inside my GE GFWS1700?
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  Bryan MahoneySep 6, 2025
  A bad odor inside your GE washer may be due to: * The washer being unused for a long time, not using the recommended quality of HE detergent, or using too much detergent: Run a Tub Clean cycle. In case of a strong odor, you may need to run the Tub Clean cycle more than once.
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edward70Sep 6, 2025
Why is there a detergent leak in my GE GFWS1700?
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  Jennifer ChandlerSep 7, 2025
  If there is a detergent leak in your GE washer: * The detergent insert may be incorrectly placed: Make sure the detergent insert is properly located and fully seated. Never put detergent above the max line. * It is normal operation to see detergent leak on the door gasket about 20 seconds after filling the dispenser.
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Darrell RoweAug 29, 2025
Why does water not enter my GE GFWS1700 or enters slowly?
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  Kimberly HollandAug 30, 2025
  If water does not enter your GE Washer or enters slowly, it could be due to several reasons. First, after pressing Start, the washer performs system checks, and water will flow 60 seconds after Start is pressed. Ensure both hot and cold water faucets are fully turned on. Check the water valve screens and inlet hose screen washers for blockages; turn off the water source and remove the hoses to clean the screens. Other potential causes include improper sorting, overloading the washer, or selecting the incorrect wash cycle.
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Holly BergerAug 30, 2025
How to fix improper dispensing of softener or bleach in my GE GFWS1700 Washer?
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  Adam JohnsonAug 30, 2025
  If your GE Washer is not dispensing softener or bleach properly, regularly clean the dispenser drawer to remove chemical buildup. Ensure you're using the correct amount of softener or bleach and not filling above the max line. Also, make sure the softener and bleach caps for the dispenser are properly seated; otherwise, they won't work correctly.

GE GFWS1700 Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	GFWS1700
Appliance Category	Washer
Type	Front Load
Capacity	4.5 cu. ft.
Color	White
Energy Star Certified	Yes
Number of Wash Cycles	12
Control Type	Electronic
Steam Function	Yes
Sanitize Cycle	Yes
Width	27 inches