GE Profile™ UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Self Clean Feature

The GE Profile™ UltraFast Combo with Ventless Heat Pump Technology Washer/Dryer will change the way you do laundry, eliminating the hassle of waiting around to transfer a load from the washer to the dryer. The Combo Washer/Dryer has a sophisticated and unique design. The Combo has a Self Clean feature that is not just a convenience feature but is also a required maintenance for the appliance.

Self Clean

To clean the interior of the Combo, select the Self Clean feature on the control panel. This Self Clean cycle should be performed at a minimum once per month, or about every 40 cycles. This cycle will use more water, in addition to bleach, which can be added as an option, to control the rate at which soils and detergents may accumulate in your Combo.

Steps for Using Self Clean

Please read the instructions below completely before starting a Self Clean cycle.

1. Remove any garments or objects from the Combo and ensure the Combo’s basket is empty.
2. Optional Step: Open the Combo door and pour one cup or 250 ml of liquid bleach or other washing machine cleaner into the basket.
   • OxiClean can be used in the Self Clean cycle.  It can be used as a powder (or dissolved in hot water) and placed in the empty basket before the cycle.
3. Close the door and select the Self Clean cycle.
   • To access the Self Clean cycle feature on PFQ83 models:
     1. Touch SPECIALTY CYCLES on the touch screen.
     2. Using the down arrow, scroll until "Self Clean" is highlighted.
     3. Touch Select option and the Start indicator will flash.
4. Push the Start button.
5. When the Self Clean cycle is working, the display will show the estimated cycle time remaining. The cycle will be completed in about 50 minutes. Do not interrupt the cycle.
6. Following the Self Clean, the Combo will automatically run a 60-minute drying step to remove excess moisture from inside the Combo’s interior. You can choose to cancel this drying step. Doing so will not impact the performance of the Self Clean.

See also the GE Profile™ Combo with Self Clean video below:

Self Clean Facts and Tips

If for any reason the Self Clean 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 will not flood the floor.

• When the Self Clean cycle starts, it is normal to hear two quick engagements of the pump. The door then unlocks and relocks to satisfy a safety protocol. These quick engagements of the pump do not evacuate the liquid bleach that has been placed in the tub.
• Self Clean may be interrupted by pressing the Start/Pause button during its operation. A power outage in the house might also interrupt the cycle. When the power supply is back, the Self Clean cycle resumes where it had stopped. When interrupted, be sure to run a complete Self Clean cycle before using the Combo. If the Power button is pressed during Self Clean, the cycle will be canceled.
• It is required to run a Self Clean cycle once a month.
• After the completion of a Self Clean cycle, the interior of your unit may have a strong “bleach smell” if you choose to use bleach to assist the Self Clean.
• It is recommended to run a Rinse and Dry or a Light Color load after the Self Clean cycle if bleach was used.
• The Cerama Bryte™ Washer Cleaner (part number WX10X312) is NOT suggested for use in the UltraFast Combo since it is a washer/dryer with a heat pump system. It is acceptable for single-purpose clothes washers.
• The Self Clean cycle uses only the hot water valve during the wash portion, so the water temperature will be whatever the home’s water heater is set to (typically, it is in the range of 120F to 140F).

Additional Cleaning Information

Consult your Combo's Owner's Manual for additional cleaning instructions and recommendations. Proper maintenance of your Combo will keep it performing at its optimum, every time.