How to use the automatic laundry detergent dispenser on a GE UltraFresh Vent washing machine.
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@tyronebeck56888 күн бұрын
THANK YOU for these VERY informative videos about my GE NEW Washer/Dryer! I am NOT a Millennial, so ANY kind advice is HIGHLY appreciated! The more detailed the explanation with visuals the better!
@fixthishouse33038 күн бұрын
You’re welcome!
@matts5308 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for helping us figure out how not to use smart dispense! We have a new baby and didn't want to use the current detergent that's in the smart dispense! So very helpful! Thanks again!
@blesslisam2 жыл бұрын
My goodness but this was a LIFE SAVER! Could not figure out how to turn the smart dispense off. Turns out the button was just sticky so after numerous hard presses it turned off. Before your video I thought there was something else that I had to do. This showed me I just needed some perseverance. Thank you!!!
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Our button is sensitive to touch. I can’t actually push it in. But you figured it out, so that’s awesome! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@lacreshajohnson5576 Жыл бұрын
😆😆😆🤣
@longbones772 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for posting this video! I bought this washer used with no manual and couldn't figure out the "tank low" light. I had no idea that drawer could be pulled further out. Boy, do I feel dumb. Lol Refilled the smart dispenser and voila...light went off.
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
That’s great! Our low tank light doesn’t reset until we refill it AND turn the machine off and on. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@jonespa2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, you just saved us a repairman call and bill. We could not determine why the Auto Dispense was not working. Thanks to your video we discovered the Auto Dispense was toggled to off. Whew!
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Good work figuring it out! Thanks for letting us know 😊
@Bri-nd2hg3 ай бұрын
How did you tell it was clogged and how did you unclog it?
@fixthishouse33033 ай бұрын
To use the automatic detergent dispenser, make sure the SmartDispense feature is turned ON (Auto, Less or More should appear next to the SmartDispense button). If it’s on AND you have liquid detergent in the back of the drawer but it’s not working, it could be clogged. You can remove the whole tray and drain the liquid detergent from the back compartment into a bucket and then you can wash the whole drawer and inspect the pencil sized plug hole on the back side. I think that’s where the clog would be.
@bobosputnik3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this simple and clear walk through!
@barbarazurilgen3 жыл бұрын
I am watching it a second time, I use your brand also, and I share your sentiments and appreciate your candid tips.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I like affordable detergent - most are the same... maybe Tide is more concentrated with more fragrance and some extra optical whiteners, but we just add Oxyclean when we need extra stain fighting.
@yanghuazhang97813 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for teaching me how to use powder detergent over the loaded liquid detergent.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
@migtin6883 жыл бұрын
This was great and exactly the information I was looking for about this feature.
@barbarazurilgen3 жыл бұрын
thank. you I greatly appreciate your time to explain this you did an excellent job and your were thorough and spoke and a pace that most can keep up with even their language English is a second language, thanks agains, great job!!!
@nicolerichardson77533 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info very helpful 👍got a set 2 weeks ago I can't stop washing the dryers even more awesome my old set which was only five years old took one hour to dry a king size comforter now they dry in 15 minutes in the process of hooking up the steam dry system on my dryer
@cobraplayz1848 Жыл бұрын
Hey - do you still use this machine? Is it possible for me to learn from you who you like it and some further specifics about the machine?
@BlessedShihtzu Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It’s exactly the instructions I was looking for. ❤
@newmouse2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I couldn’t understand it from the manual
@railroado12388 ай бұрын
Wow thank you so much. I just bought the exact same one and was wondering how they worked
@lacreshajohnson5576 Жыл бұрын
Thank u for help. Have same washer for year now & use the tide dispenser. But want to use a packet and didn't know how to turn off the auto sensor.
@rodericknelson83712 жыл бұрын
Excellent detail and very helpful! Thank you!
@freecheese4143 Жыл бұрын
The best video on the subject! Thanks
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@marcusbrown1883 жыл бұрын
I own this and it’s freakin amazing
@marcusbrown1883 жыл бұрын
I have the same color
@marisolaponte49742 жыл бұрын
Where do you put the soap pods ??
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
I believe they go in the tub before adding the clothing.
@marcusbrown1882 жыл бұрын
@@marisolaponte4974 in the washer just like other washers. I use liquid again cause of the smart dispenser and I save money using auto
@kartencarter8135 Жыл бұрын
Great info on the powder detergent !!
@keithinman98592 жыл бұрын
My first tray leaked out the hole in the back of the tray soon as I put soap in got a replacement and it's better but it I leave tray open to air dry I see it still drips some out unless the tray is shut completely. Is it just mine?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
I haven’t tried that. Is it leaking from the hole in the. AKC or from the bleach and fabric softener containers? I get water leftover in those slots (especially the bleach one).
@keithinman98592 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 it is leaking out of the very back bottom we're actually the soap dispenser detergent into the washer
@kayautrey39552 жыл бұрын
Do I understand correctly that the Smart Dispense is for liquid detergent only, not powder? The only place to put powder is in the front section (with tab in up position)?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Yes, that’s correct.
@megbarber35163 жыл бұрын
I’m trying to decide if I should put a liquid Oxiclean (dark protect) in the fabric softener spot or the front single dispense, do you suggest one or the other? Thanks for your videos, they have helped me learn a lot about this set which we just installed this weekend!
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I’ve never used that product, but I add Oxyclean powder to the front compartment when I need extra cleaning. I’d keep the front flap down for liquid “detergent” and lift it if you’re using a powder to boost cleaning power. I think fabric softener would dispense too late in the cycle. There’s my 2 cents :) Hope it helps!
@volcrazy892 жыл бұрын
If you're using an additive like that, it needs to go in the front compartment with a dose of detergent. Since you can't use both the front compartment and the smart dispense at the same time, you'll need to turn the smart dispense off.
@cmptreze11 ай бұрын
Just to clarify the two other replies to this comment: Oxyclean says that on HE machines like this one DO NOT put the Oxyclen powder in the dispenser. Instead just add the Oxyclean into the washer drum with the clothes before starting the washer. We do this and it works great!
@fixthishouse330311 ай бұрын
@volcrazy89 Water does flood the front compartment of my machine when I am using the SmartDispenser.
@fixthishouse330311 ай бұрын
@cmptreze I think I’ll try that. Sometimes my clean clothing smells like OxyClean.
@josechacon56223 жыл бұрын
I have pour into the smart dispense but noticed that it hardly uses it
@jkxss5 күн бұрын
Same! I made it full when I first bought it and after like 5 washes with auto with Persil I notice it hasn't used anything?
@fixthishouse33035 күн бұрын
You have the machine’s SmartDispenser set to “Auto” and it still isn’t dispensing? Here are some things to check: 1) sometimes the dispenser button gets bumped and turns off. Try setting it to “more.” 2) I think someone in the comments mentioned that they needed to update their machine/app (if using the app) to get the SmartDispenser working. 3) remove the tray, empty the detergent and check the dispenser hole on the back side. It’s the width of a pencil. You could wash/rinse it and make sure the dispenser hole is open.
@StijnNLDutch4 ай бұрын
Did you set the dispensing amount in the app? Since the machine is programmed for the advertised tide liquid, you can change the dispersing amount in the app.
@fixthishouse33034 ай бұрын
We didn’t connect the app for a few reasons. 1) it seemed to ask too many personal questions. 2) Our WiFi is “too slow” already 3) I’m not sure we need an app to do laundry. Thanks for letting us know that the app allows you to set the dispensing amount. I use “less” on the machine’s option.
@StijnNLDutch4 ай бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 yea its really awkward to have it in the app. Here on miele’s bosch siemens machines you just set it on the machine itself. You check on the back of the detergent what the average amount it and program that, then the machine will weigh and adjust, simple! I don’t think you wifi speed being too slow should be an issue, since the machine also can update even if it takes 6 hours to download. Well idk what kind of information they ask, but you could just lie about everything lol.
@cindycarrington62513 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Wondering if you can only use liquid detergent in the smart dispense?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Yes, liquid only.
@moniquehall39573 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. My frabric softener is not dispensing. I tried cleaning it out and it still didn't dispense. Any suggestions?
@fixthishouse33033 ай бұрын
Remove the tray and start a cycle. Look inside the tray at the top holes. Are they plugged/blocked? You could just inspect them without running the machine. If the water is coming down from the top, I’d open the SmartDispenser and clean it.
@One-Day-After-Another Жыл бұрын
One good thing is if for whatever reason the smart dispense stops working you can still just do it the regular way.
@notthisguyagain85573 жыл бұрын
What exactly does the venting do and how long does it last. Mines been going on for 40 mins
@nicolerichardson77533 жыл бұрын
It's a new feature designed to keep your front loader from smelling like mold and mildew the venting system pulls the air in from outside to dry the inside of your washer yes it takes some time to drive but works😊
@notthisguyagain85573 жыл бұрын
@Jeremy Crawford so the drying out last 8hrs?! It's faster and cheaper to just leave the door open
@kgallagher7883Ай бұрын
@@notthisguyagain8557 You can stop the venting any time during the cycle. It does not need to run the entire 8 hours.
@notthisguyagain8557Ай бұрын
@@kgallagher7883 i got the washer. Its great. Only has had one issue.
@seandawkins32142 жыл бұрын
I noticed when you pushed the Smart Dispense button it didn’t say how many loads left. But in another video of your it was telling you how many loads left when you pushed the Smart Dispense button. I can get my GE to tell me how many loads left when I push the Smart Dispense button.
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
When the detergent is low on my machine, it will indicate how many loads are left. If the SmartDispenser isn’t low, it won’t say how many loads are left.
@seandawkins32142 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 Thank you for your replay. I just figured it out through your videos. Thanks again
@seandawkins32142 жыл бұрын
Subscribed
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@rituparnabanerjee63710 ай бұрын
Hi! How do I remove the tank low sign, because i prefer to use detergent every time i wash
@fixthishouse330310 ай бұрын
Turn off the SmartDispenser option. It is the top left button on the control panel. Yours must be set to Less, Auto or More.
@Alison7G Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this review! Question.. when using powder oxiclean .. do you first put in liquid detergent? Than when that goes down, do you add the liquid detergent?
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
I usually use the SmartDispenser for the liquid detergent and put the powdered OxyClean in the front compartment. If I were putting both in manually, I’d use the front compartment and 1) measure separately (using the detergent cap and the OxyClean scoop) and 2) start the load immediately so the powder and liquid don’t get stuck in the front of the drawer.
@raphsherman22092 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m kinda dumb with stuff like this!
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
We all have strengths and weaknesses. I have zero sense of direction =) and can get lost driving around the block, lol. Thanks for watching!
@GloriaPhillips2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for explaining... but what is the blue PUSH button in the back of the smart despense and when would I PUSH it?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
That’s the button you use to remove the whole tray.
@GloriaPhillips2 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 thank you so much!
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
@MarcusAurelius33036 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful, THANKS!
@mrpancake_vids3 жыл бұрын
How do you know when the automatic dispenser is getting empty?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
The panel starts saying LOW when the dispenser has (6?) loads left.
@nikolewickham413 жыл бұрын
Is there a "plug" or something to remove when you first install? Mine doesn't dispense the softener nor the bleach.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I don’t remember a plug, but I feel like water gathered in those bins unnecessarily. I would check the level on the machine, making sure it’s level or tilted back slightly vs leaning forward. For mine, I slid the dispenser tray in and out until the water sloshed around and drained. Not very professional, but it helped the fabric softener slot at least. You can also remove that tray. I guess I should make a video for that. Thanks for watching!
@JB-de1me2 жыл бұрын
Hi Nancy - I just got this washer today and wow had the Smart dispense on Auto and there is so much soap in the drum right now - I will keep it on the "Less" option. Can I ask you when your machine is spinning do you also hear a faint knocking or clicking noise along with the spin noise? It almost sounds like a roulette wheel (how it clicks) and it coincides with the spin revolution. So as the drum speeds up or slows down I can hear this background faint knocking noise - I hope its normal otherwise we have an issue. Thank you!
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Hi JB, here are my thoughts: some people say their SmartDispense doesn’t work and it ends up that they need to connect it to WiFi and get an update. I’m not sure if that’s an issue with too much detergent or just no detergent, but worth looking into. I have not connected our machine to WiFi and SmartDispense does work. I did wash a fluffy blanket last week and couldn’t believe the suds I saw. It could be an odd occurrence like that one blanket I washed. For the knocking sound, I don’t think that’s right unless you are washing something that’s clanging (coins, loud zipper, etc). Some people comment that there are shipping/packing bolts on the machine that need to be removed. The machine makes a lot of noise if the bolts aren’t removed. Hope that helps!
@lil357mag3 ай бұрын
Great, just wanted to make sure I can use powder detergent.
@fixthishouse33033 ай бұрын
Yes, but you’d put to in the front of the detergent drawer, not in the SmartDispenser.
@Igprinat4dayz3 жыл бұрын
So if i want to use powder and liquid together how does that work?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
When I use powder Oxy Clean and the regular liquid detergent, I put the liquid detergent in the Smart Dispense unit and add the powdered cleaner to the front compartment of the tray. You need to flip the front of the tray up for powder and down for liquid detergent. Hope that’s what you needed to know.
@jamesluckett84452 жыл бұрын
I measured how much mine is dispensing. It is WAY too much. On the "Less" setting it used 3 ounces. Supposed to be 0.9 oz on "less". I filled the reservoir, ran the load, then measured how much it took to fill it back to full.
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
That sounds like an interesting experiment. Are you using Tide? I always run our machine on Less unless the load is especially dirty. When I fill the unit, there is a gap under the lip of the opening where you can add more if you fill the air space. Could that be the discrepancy? How can you tell if you are filling it consistently? I might have to try something like this… or weigh out exactly 2 oz of detergent and see if it uses it all, etc.
@jamesluckett84452 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 I fill it until it reaches the bottom of the round opening. I know it is using an outrageous amount of detergent. You can also do 5 loads or however many before you measure how much it takes to refill and divide by the number of loads. It is way more than then 0.9 oz it should be per load on "less" (1.5 oz less 40%). Not using Tide.
@Buckwsr3 жыл бұрын
How do you use the WiFi capabilities?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Good question! So far, I don’t see any value to connecting to WiFi.
@user-rf5lc2ko5y3 жыл бұрын
Download the ge application
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I downloaded the app and needed to enter a ton of (personal) information. Now they are sending me emails. Is it worth it? What can the app / WiFi do that I need to be connected to the machines by WiFi?
@MrKevosmin3 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 it can tell you when the washing machine is done if you’re away from home, at work, etc
@juancolunga11993 жыл бұрын
What’s the name of the app?
@ginnybowie35283 жыл бұрын
When you use Oxi does the Washer also use detergent from the Auto Dispenser?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Yes, it will dispense liquid detergent from the auto dispenser if you have selected “more, less or auto” on the control panel. If you don’t want to use detergent *and* oxyclean powder, add the powder to the front and turn the Smart / Auto Dispense option off.
@sheilalcaffey17292 жыл бұрын
Question: Can you use the detergent pods in the GE Washer?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Yes, I believe they go in the tub with the clothing.
@cindycarrington62513 жыл бұрын
Very helpful! Do you have to use liquid detergent in the smart dispense, or can you use powder?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
It’s liquid only in the SmartDispenser. Powder goes in the front slot and you have to add it for each load.
@boostboyracing3 жыл бұрын
Powder gets stuck in the motor after awhile stay away from it. ONLY use H E liquids
@tp25956 ай бұрын
When it will be displayed how many loads left and smart dispenser needs to be reloaded?
@fixthishouse33036 ай бұрын
When the display says X loads left, it’s almost time to refill the SmartDispenser. If you turn the machine’s power off and on, the “Loads Left” display will go away.
@claytonneer1319 Жыл бұрын
We have same washer and still have laundry that doesnt smell super fresh. This is why i bought this washer suggestions?
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Have you run a cleaning cycle on the empty washer with bleach recently? That’s where I would start.
@A212K3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the awesome review! I just got the matching Ultrafresh Vent washer & dryer and had a quick question. Have you noticed where the liquid fabric softener dispenses in the machine? I found mine by accident. I over filled the drawer compartment, and it was leaking the excess directly into inside of the machine, specifically on to the rubber seal in the door area. When I run a large load of towels, I don't feel that little amount is an adequate amount of softener. Is this common with your machine too? I don't understand why they would make the softener dispense into the seal instead of onto the clothes. I'm still trying to get used to the new functions, but my only gripe for now is the fabric softener issue. Let me know any other tips and tricks you may have found with your machines. I actually just had to run the towels for a 2nd time as my Smart dispense is still completely full and it doesn't seem to be dispensing at all despite running several loads on the "more" option.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Hi! I believe the drawer compartment gets flushed with water when the machine is running. If your detergent isn’t dispensing, can you test it by running a cycle with manual detergent (Smart Dispense off) to see if the area is getting wet. You can also remove the drawer using the button at the back and clean it. I’d check to make sure yours isn’t clogged or blocked with a plastic plug from the factory. I don’t have a good solution for the softener except to use a more concentrated brand of softener. It should use all that you put in the compartment though. I refill mine with each load that I want softened. Hope that helps.
@DarianHarder3 жыл бұрын
If you accidentally fill the cup too full it will dispense the softener too early. You’re not really supposed to fill it up to the max line. At least that’s what I was told by a GE repair guy. Also try filling the rest with water (again not to max)
@diegoiunou2 жыл бұрын
The typical front loader design has a common discharge funnel beneath the drawer, and it goes into the tub through the closest point, which is near the door (that's why sometimes you can see the water splashing). Since fabric softener can stain clothes if it touches the fabrics directly, it would't be sprayed inside the drum. Premium machines come with more technology that increases efficiency but you have to pay the price.
@makinMYway752 жыл бұрын
I purchased A fabric softener ball downy have them I been used this ball since 96
@tuckert-i1pАй бұрын
what is push button for above the tide advertisement?
@fixthishouse3303Ай бұрын
It’s for removing the SmartDispenser tray.
@dalisalvarez59102 жыл бұрын
I got mine, love the dispenser, here is the thing , I’ve been using it for three weeks now if not longer , and it hasn’t told me that it needs more or how many loads are left, I’m trying to figure out a way I can see how many loads it has left, can you help?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
It will only tell you how many loads are left when the detergent is low. Is your SmartDispense actually turned on? There are 4 settings (Off, Less, More, and Auto). If you open the SmartDispense lid, has the detergent level gone down?
@ReinhardtCustoms4 ай бұрын
Ah, that’s interesting. I wanted to know how many loads I have left. My app still tells me the tray is “filled”. So I have to wait until it goes to low. Thank you!
@krissyd33913 жыл бұрын
I can't believe someone could do a 134 loads of laundry in a week. 😬
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I can’t either! Did I say that?
@LanceThumping3 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 It was a joke based on you saying that you managed to go through a bottle in a week and the bottle saying 134 loads on the side.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the explanation!
@NTG2024 Жыл бұрын
I WOULD LOVE THAT
@jeremygirouard9680 Жыл бұрын
I do about 40?!?
@carolc.323 жыл бұрын
We got ours a couple of weeks ago and I'm wondering if the smart dispenser is working. We've done several loads of laundry, but the tank where the detergent goes appears to still be full? I have it set on Auto so it will decide how much detergent to dispense.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Are you washing light (not heavy) loads? I suspect the machine adjusts the amount of detergent based on the weight of the clothing you’re washing. You could pull the whole tray out (there is a tab/button on the back of the tray that says push), dump the detergent into another container and test it with just a little bit of detergent. See if you get a “low detergent” warning or if the level goes down. Just some ideas.
@NanetteEvans Жыл бұрын
I use a concentrated detergent. I can still use it, but put it in the one section for each load w/o filling the adaptive dispenser?
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Yes. You may want to turn the SmartDispense option off, but it really doesn’t matter if the dispenser is empty.
@slackerjedi2 ай бұрын
What happens if the tank low light is on but the tank is full? It must be dispensing soap but it but it must be real slow.
@fixthishouse33032 ай бұрын
Have you turned the machine power button off and then off? That resets the Low Tank light. If the light stays on, I’d suspect a clog in the SmartDispenser tray. (Remove tray, drain into a bucket or something, inspect the hole on the back side. There is a spring or something back there. Detergent should come out of that slot if you slide something long and thin into it.)
@victoralvarez48523 жыл бұрын
How happy are you with ur washer ? I been looking at this one for last couple weeks I just wanna make sure is a good washer
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Here’s my reply to someone else who asked for my opinion earlier today: Would I buy it again? Yes, absolutely. Is it for everyone? No. We managed very well over the years with second hand washers, fixing them as needed and spending much less money. However, we are an active household (6 people) with 3 Airbnb’s (lots of linens/towels), so it’s definitely worth it. I should do an 8 month “review” video on these units. My biggest complaint: the washer has a little mildew on the inner lip of the blue door liner and some of the plastic on the dryer’s lint filter is weak/ may be breaking. Again, we are using these machines heavily each week. Hope that helps!
@marcusbrown1883 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 it shouldn’t smell mildew cause the blue equals microban and instead of rubber , they r using silicone. Should let ur washer vent and once in a while self clean cycle
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
@@marcusbrown188 I did solve the “after vacation” washer smell with a self clean cycle (with bleach added).
@revelationdetailers894Ай бұрын
Any issues mechanically to date with the washer?
@fixthishouse3303Ай бұрын
We just sold the house with that washer. We didn’t have any mechanical issues. We did replace the blue door gasket. My biggest complaint: the force of the hot water made our pipes bang. For the matching dryer: right before we sold the house, the dryer would occasionally smell of gas. We had a repairman look at it, but he said it’s normal. I suspect the igniter was on the way out after 4? years of heavy use.
@hammfamily1927 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Do you know if I have to use auto dispense to turn on the pre-wash? I’m trying to get the button to turn on, but I just get no reaction to pushing the button… is it because I am filling soap with each load, maybe it’s disabled? Thanks for any thoughts!!
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
I just tested my machine with the SmartDispenser off. Every cycle will allow a “prewash” EXCEPT: Quick Wash, Rinse & Spin, and Self Clean.
@hammfamily1927 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I guess I’m calling a repairman for my 3 week old machine!! :( I appreciate your time :)
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Let us know if you learn something important =) Also, your machine should be under warranty. Contact GE customer support if necessary.
@hammfamily1927 Жыл бұрын
I’ll let you know the outcome!
@sheliawright3932 жыл бұрын
Can you use pods? I pop 3 in with the clothes before I start the machine Am I only supposed to use liquid or powder only?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
You can use pods and put them in with the laundry as you said. I’m surprised you put so many in, but I rarely buy pods. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@thelittlebohemian13 жыл бұрын
I was told to remove the whole dispensing drawer and soak it in a bucket of hot distilled water mixed with vinegar to remove hard water stains and to clean it in general. How much vinegar should I use? I initially used 1.5 cups of vinegar to 5 gallons of water but I think this wasnt stronf enough
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
I have never heard this nor tried it. But, from my experience with hard water stains, I’d use full strength white vinegar. I may have to research this a bit. Maybe someone else will have an idea. Thanks for writing!
@thelittlebohemian12 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 Thank you for sharing your Ideas!!
@rita41893 жыл бұрын
Question while the auto dispenser it on is it okay to still put the oxi clean powder in there too? Or I can't use both?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Yes, you can use both. One for stain fighting and the other for general cleaning.
@davidcallaway6429 Жыл бұрын
What have you found out if the smart dispenser is not actually working? You know of any way to get it to work?
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Here are some things to check: 1) Is the SmartDispense option on? The top left button on the control panel lets you choose how much detergent to use (more, auto, less). Make sure that something is selected. 2) Is it clogged? Pull out the SmartDispenser drawer until it stops. There’s a button on top that you press to remove the tray. Once the tray is out, inspect the dispenser hole on the back side. 3) Is the machine brand new? You may need to connect to WiFi and update the machine. (I think this is a “lame” solution, but someone mentioned it once. We have not connected our machine to WiFi.) 4) Is the machine under warranty? Contact GE customer service by email or phone. www.geappliances.com/ge/service-and-support/contact.htm
@edvllrs3 жыл бұрын
So I just got this washer and I love it but do we know what the little button that says "push" behind the smart dispenser is for? I looked in the manual and couldn't find anything about it
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
If I remember correctly, that push button allows you to completely pull out the disperser and take it out of the machine....I guess to clean it, or whatever....
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
If you watch this video (1:30 min mark), I show how to remove the dispenser. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/etV2lKV3u9GlaXU.html
@thenussbaum44 Жыл бұрын
My GE will not dispense the softener, but the soap works. Any thoughts on that???
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
I’ll look into it. The water is dispensed from the top of the dispenser try when the machine runs. It squirts down from above only in the front initially (over the manual detergent slot). Later it squirts down over the bleach compartment. Maybe the holes over the fabric softener compartment are clogged?
@mindywallace6932 жыл бұрын
Does your machine display loads left? Mine doesn't and I am wondering is something wrong
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
It only displays loads left when the tank is low. If your tank is still mostly full (or the SmartDispense feature is off), it won’t display tank low/loads left.
@imsimplementeme38693 жыл бұрын
Hi! Does the smart dispense only work on quick wash? I can’t get mine to turn on! I just bought my set this month Feb 2021
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
No, it works on all settings. When you press the blue letters “SMART DISPENSE,” the words Auto, More or Less should illuminate along with a vertical white light / line to the left of those words. I set it to Less and leave it for weeks until I wash something really dirty. Hope that helps!
@imsimplementeme38693 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 yeah, mine isn’t working. I called GE and they are sending a tech to troubleshoot. Thx for responding.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Did the tech fix it yet? Did you learn why it isn’t working? (Keep us posted!)
@imsimplementeme38693 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 miraculously it worked for the tech 🙃. The root cause was that the washer needed a software update which happened overnight. The update made it possible for the washer to stay connected to WiFi, which apparently was disconnecting intermittently. Thanks for checking up on me!!!
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Thanks for replying! Your info may help someone else. I haven’t connected our washer to WiFi yet.
@travbeav2 жыл бұрын
So, the SmartDispense is ONLY for detergent, not fabric softener? Are there any models that auto-dispense both?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Not that I know of.
@DanRinehart Жыл бұрын
Some brand new LGs will do both
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your help!
@Colortiniz7 ай бұрын
The GE combo does both.
@cindydowns9498 Жыл бұрын
So I clean my soap dispenser but now my light keep saying tank low. It is full with detergent wht do I need to do for this light to go off.
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Usually turning the power off and on again will remove the “tank low” light.
@denisescoggins19392 жыл бұрын
Hi, whenever I put liquid detergent(he) in the single use liquid detergent only, detergent leaks through into the part where I put the clothes. Are you sure on why this might be?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
I’m going to look into this for you.
@airrick88502 жыл бұрын
Any conclusions on this issue? Having the same problem
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
I think the detergent is too thin. I showed this in a recent video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hrx9gbOgncfSp3U.html It’s ok that it leaks through, but use the cap to premeasure the detergent.
@1978auztin3 жыл бұрын
I just got this today, added detergent to the tank and it shows 'Tank Low'. Is that normal until it runs a cycle or two?
@1978auztin3 жыл бұрын
Apparently the fix was to unplug it and plug it back it back in.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Or turn off the power button and turn it on again.
@kingmontana58479 ай бұрын
Can yu put those downy unstoppables in there?? ( the little pebbles)
@fixthishouse33039 ай бұрын
Those are the waxy fabric softener pebbles, right? I’d add them to the drum.
@bryandavidson94713 жыл бұрын
So the cycles are automatic..you put fabric softer along with detergent and machine does it all..
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
You load the detergent dispenser with enough detergent to do 20+ loads. You have to add fabric softener each time you want to use it. You can choose how much detergent to dispense (none, less, auto, more). Thank you for watching and commenting!
@bryandavidson94713 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 no thank you..Im sure I'll have more questions...My wife and I just got our washer...excited to use it
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
@@bryandavidson9471 have fun!
@CMMurphy122411 ай бұрын
Will it auto dispense laundry powder?
@fixthishouse330311 ай бұрын
No
@missjazziefae5 ай бұрын
Does your machine have the Smart HQ app connection??
@fixthishouse33035 ай бұрын
It has the Smart HQ app connect ability, but we haven’t connected it via WiFi.
@missjazziefae5 ай бұрын
I am looking for help to set up the Smart Dispense on the app. If you know anything or where to find the answer, please let me know.
@fixthishouse33035 ай бұрын
@missjazziefae when I started connecting to the app, it asked too many questions. I found it intrusive, so I didn’t continue. Does the app have special settings for the Smart Dispenser?
@missjazziefae5 ай бұрын
It does. On the app it says it's off, but it shows on, on the machine.
@MeeraPatel-r2m3 күн бұрын
Does anyone know how to empty the bleach dispenser for this type of washing machine??
@fixthishouse33032 күн бұрын
Does yours have water in it?
@patriciachavira6833 жыл бұрын
Hi I just got a washer like this one but it says TANK LOW on the panel what does that mean 🤔
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
If you are using the automatic detergent dispenser (SmartDispense), you fill the detergent tank at the back of the drawer every few weeks or less and change the setting (top left button on panel) from blank to: auto, less, more, etc. if you are adding detergent manually with each load, turn the smart dispense option off.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Here is a video I made on the Tank Low issue: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/etV2lKV3u9GlaXU.html
@chrisbear1633 жыл бұрын
Is the detergent supposed to come out form the top left corner?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
The automatic dispenser is connected to the back container with the round flap/lid. You open the drawer on the top left corner of the machine. If you don’t want to automatically dispense laundry detergent (or you want to wash one load with a different detergent), fill the front of the drawer and turn off the auto-dispense feature. Hope that helps!
@anitawaddell64175 ай бұрын
Can you pods and where do you add them
@fixthishouse33035 ай бұрын
Put a pod in the drum before adding the laundry. I have had a mixed experience with them and actually prefer using the SmartDispenser to pods. To explain further: sometimes I find the gooey pod remnants in the blue gasket after a wash. Because of that, I sometimes dissolve a pod in warm water and add it to the manual detergent bin of the drawer.
@laurenteague18062 жыл бұрын
any idea how to dismantle the dispenser drawer to clean? there is mold all in mine :(
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Could you soak it in a bleach solution? I’ll look at mine and see if I can figure it out. Another option might be to buy a replacement drawer. You could probably check the GE website and find the price.
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Ok, I just looked at my dispenser drawer and you can take it apart. It’s too late at night to make a video, but you remove the drawer (using the push tab on top, towards the back). Then you lift the 2 blue tabs on the back side of the unit. Lift gently, slide your hand in and keep lifting. The whole blue top piece comes off. Hope that helps.
@TheYustime2 жыл бұрын
Will somebody tell me how to actually have fresh clothes after using this washer? I had it for 3 weeks now, tried all the options. He. Detergents and it seems to me the vent and power stream options are a joke. It takes far to little water. The pre wash function uses smart dispense, but it keeps on watering down the detergent in the dispenser so there is never less of it..... s top load is way better. You overdid it ge.
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comments. Is your SmartDispense actually turned “on”? There is a selector button (top left) on the panel that toggles between Auto, Less, More and off. Sometimes the option is “off” and people don’t realize it. It seems like you think the detergent level isn’t decreasing. It should be. It’s possible that it’s not working, turned off, or clogged. Keep us posted!
@teresa8705 Жыл бұрын
Where does the liquid non-chlorine bleach go if we're using auto dispense? I used to put it with the detergent without auto dispense on, but if we are using auto dispense, I assume the machine will think there is not detergent in the manual compartment & therefore it won't know the non-chlorine bleach is there, & won't get rinsed out properly? Anybody figured this out? 🤔
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
If SmartDispense is OFF on the machine, it won’t know if you are using detergent manually. The manual detergent slot floods whether it’s full or empty. I’d put the liquid non-clórame bleach in either the bleach slot or the manual dispense detergent slot
@teresa8705 Жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 Wow thank u! I had been wondering if the detergent slot floods when using Smart dispense, so u answered my question 😊. How did u discover this?
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Open the drawer and turn the machine on. =)
@sandravega66455 ай бұрын
So where do the Tide PODS go????? 😢
@fixthishouse33035 ай бұрын
Put a pod in the back of the drum before adding clothing. Honestly, I’ve stopped using the pods and use the SmartDispenser.
@Casey-uk3wy Жыл бұрын
Which tide do I use for the smart dose ?
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
I don’t use Tide. I use a cheap brand like All. You can probably use any Tide.
@AmayBeauty3 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if you can add the infusion beads? If yes where? Thank you 🙏🏼
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I haven’t used fabric softener beads in this washing machine, but you’re supposed to put them in the bottom of the washer before adding clothes. Hope that helps!
@barbarazurilgen3 жыл бұрын
what is the difference in GEW650SSNWW. do you know??
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind comments. The 850 model has a 5 cu ft capacity (vs 4.8 cu ft on the 650) and the 850 has a 1 step wash/dry feature for (very) small loads - like when you need your uniform or shirt washed and dried overnight - the 850 will do it all. That’s my understanding of the differences. The 850 wasn’t worth it for us.
@jencustodiolopez3 жыл бұрын
THANKS FOR UPLOADING THIS VIDEO. IM STILL FIGURING OUT MY SMART DISPENSE HOW TO WORK. I BOUGHT MINE A MONTH AGO. I GUESS I NEED HELP FROM GE TECNICIAN? DO YOU KNOW THE CONTACT NUMBER OF GE? TO REACH THEM OUT FOR THIS KIND OF PROBLEM. THANKS IN ADVANCE
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Your smart dispenser doesn’t work? Did you load the compartment with detergent? Did you select “Auto” “More” or “Less” from the control panel (top left button)?
@jencustodiolopez3 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 Yes i did. i noticed the amount that i put in smart dispenser was still the same after the cycle.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
@@jencustodiolopez Could the dispenser be clogged (or blocked from the factory)? Have you ever pulled out the Smart Dispenser tray? Is the machine level? I’m not sure that matters, but it’s an idea.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Here’s a general GE phone number: tel:1-800-626-2005 and here’s the one for service: tel:1-800-432-2737
@jencustodiolopez3 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 Thank you so much!
@rolandocastillo2140 Жыл бұрын
Why don’t people read the instruction manuals?
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
They lost it? It’s boring? It’s hard to understand? Or it’s only available online?
@levisiano773 жыл бұрын
How do you use tide pods? Or can you?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I think someone commented that you put the pod in with the clothes.
@AnnJoyce463 жыл бұрын
Great Video! One questions: Does anyone know if this machine has a small load selection?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I think the “Quick Wash” cycle is supposed to be for very small loads of a few pounds. I think the machine adjusts the amount of water to match the amount of clothing to be washed... so any setting could be a small load setting.
@Laura-sn7mh2 жыл бұрын
I have had min little over a year and thr smart dispense stopped working 😬
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
I read that switching between detergents can cause them to clog. Could you remove the detergent tray and check the dispenser hole in the back? I wonder if soaking it would help?
@Laura-sn7mh2 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 would you believe the little switch was off somehow 😂🙈. I watched one of your videos and checked mine. It was off. Obviously it used to be on auto. Thx again for your videos ❤️
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
Glad you figured it out. The buttons on my machine are very sensitive. If your machines are stacked, the buttons are easily changed (by accident) while unloading the dryer on top.
@katyaarredondo91763 жыл бұрын
If you use the pods where will it go
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Some people say to put the pod in with the clothing. If that doesn’t work, I’d add it to the front compartment where liquid and powdered detergent goes.
@wwspCEP3 жыл бұрын
Pods go in with the laundry so you would turn the smart dispenser off. I have a TON of pods left over from my last machine but once I get through them, I'll go the liquid route with the smart dispenser
@dtxgmoney3 жыл бұрын
You sounded fairly agitated when you said “I don’t use Tide” 💀
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Hmm, maybe I am? I think Tide works great, but this washing machine comes with “Tide Smart Dispense” on the lid. I guess I think Tide is overpriced. Now I have to rewatch my video to see if I sounded agitated, lol. Thanks for the comment!
@archiejenkins26353 жыл бұрын
You get what you pay for. The detergent she is using is trash. It’s cheaper, though the ingredients are junk.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I don’t have anything against Tide. I think it bothers me that GE makes it look like you *have* to use Tide with this machine. Tide works great, smells great. Thanks for watching!
@kingultramaga51823 жыл бұрын
Well they aren't going to partner up with a store bought brand. You can use whatever detergent your want.
@barbarazurilgen3 жыл бұрын
@@archiejenkins2635 Archie, that is a trite statement most times you get what you pay for and other times it just is not so.....I bet tide markets their same tide under a different generic name.....hummmm something to think about.
@Kirby76012 жыл бұрын
What about powdered bleach?
@fixthishouse33032 жыл бұрын
I put powdered Oxyclean in the (manual) powder dispenser with the flap up. That’s the very front compartment of the tray. Hope that helps.
@jennyferperez35 Жыл бұрын
can you use powder detergent in the smart dispense
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
No, but you can add powdered detergent to the front compartment each time you do a load of laundry.
@theoxdora3 жыл бұрын
Can I put powder detergent in the Smart Dispenser?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
No, you cannot. Powdered detergent needs to be added to the front slot for each load of laundry.
@aaronokai69653 жыл бұрын
can you give me your reviews of the washer?
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
Would I buy it again? Yes, absolutely. Is it for everyone? No. We managed very well over the years with second hand washers, fixing them as needed and spending much less money. However, we are an active household (6 people) with 3 Airbnb’s (lots of linens/towels), so it’s definitely worth it. I should do an 8 month “review” video on these units. My biggest complaint: the washer has a little mildew on the inner lip of the blue door liner and some of the plastic on the dryer’s lint filter is weak/ may be breaking. Again, we are using these machines heavily each week. Hope that helps!
@flaviantropy3 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 is there a way to see how the mildew buildup looks? Just bought one of these
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
@@flaviantropy I can do a video showing where we have some mildew. (I’ll try to add a link here when I do.) It’s on the front right edge of the blue gasket, I think. I want to try cleaning it with peroxide. I try to vent whenever it’s not in use, but occasionally my kids move the wet wash to the dryer and close the washer door without turning on the vent cycle.
@davem12123 жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 Are you using the button to have it turn every 15 mins and 15 mins off for 8 hrs they suggest to vent the washer to prevent mildew. That’s what needs to be done to stop the mildew.
@fixthishouse33033 жыл бұрын
I use the venting button almost all the time. I suspect that my children have occasionally moved the wash to the dryer and closed the door w/o pressing the button.
@dakotaseidel2311 ай бұрын
My dad uses too much soap on the clothes
@CityGirl33 Жыл бұрын
Well dang mine isn’t like this
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
What model do you have?
@cobraplayz1848 Жыл бұрын
Hi - I would like to talk to you more about this machine for a project of mine. Could you provide me a way (email ID) to contact you directly?
@Gloszz Жыл бұрын
Fabric softener is the devil! Ruins clothes and the machine. Not only that but your plumbing as well. Bad!
@fixthishouse3303 Жыл бұрын
Interesting comment 😀
@Gloszz Жыл бұрын
@@fixthishouse3303 I mean I've never used it but it's what all the maintenance techs say. Leaves a waxy build up.