How to Start and Use your new GFW550 Washer and Dryer GE Model UltraFresh Vent system

Starting and using the new GE model 550 washer and dryer model.

[@md.hussainmaniyar5146]

A much needed video Thank you for making and posting

[@epoelker]

Thank you for taking the time to walk us through so many details not covered by the appliance pros. ❤

[@thoughtfully]

Thank you. My Laundry room has the washer and dryer sitting at an odd angle such that you cant get the drawer on the washer open all the way. Any way I had been looking for the fabric softener port, and didnt realize there was on behind the bleach port. After watching this we able to make some adjustments so we could open it far enough to get access to that port. Thanks again.

[@rebell570]

We just bought these machines. I appreciate this "how to" from a real user, not an actor. Well done Emikah.

[@emikahmakor9941]

Oh wow. Thank you. When i made this video honestly i never ever thought anyone would watch it...if i knew ...lol. I'd have made it more interesting 🙈❤❤❤

[@yasminmarquez6258]

How do you guys like the add “more water” feature? Does it really make a difference? I read it adds about 3 more Gallons to wash and rinse cycle. Be honest! :) I’m trying to decide whether to get this 4.8 or the 5.0 (but 5.0 doesn’t have add water feature)

[@bab031960]

@emikahmakor9941 I have this exact same model and size machine. I’ve done much researched even in the manual but cannot figure out how to make the rinse water cold for color loads. Only the wash water gets cold.

[@pedropatarra7417]

Thx!

[@crystalprince333]

We just got ours yesterday and love it. Thank you for this video !! ❤

[@tammytlc4986]

Thank you so much for this video. My husband and I just bought the darker set of washer and dryer A few weeks ago. And we are still reading through the book to make sure that we’re using it in the most efficient way to way. This video is really great.

[@pedropatarra7417]

Thank you for the video, there aren’t any other videos/easily found videos on this washer set. Only the 650 and 850. And thanks for putting the model # on the title. 😊

[@emikahmakor9941]

You're absolutely welcome 🙏🏽

[@frenzy2223]

Thanks for the great review! We just ordered this washer and dryer based on your review. It’s much appreciated!

[@ZachSPL]

I just got this one today and could not figure out the adjustments to the presets lol I didn’t realize they were touch sensitivity buttons 🤦🏼‍♂️ thank you!

[@TheEgb18c]

Just got these yesterday They are the best on the market So much better than our 10 year old LG washer and dryer

[@Enigmaculate]

@Gerardo Ortiz, GE without a shadow of a doubt makes the best HE washing machines hands down👍.

[@yasminmarquez6258]

Hi. Does the “add more water” feature really add more water? Do you actually see the water in the washer, not just damp clothes?

[@whitecastle4305]

You have the best information on these machines, good details!! Just purchased this pair and wanted to make sure I made the right decision.

[@emikahmakor9941]

Wonderful! I hope you love them!

[@nahidullah8080]

Just bought this. Thank you so much for ur explanation!!!

[@emikahmakor9941]

You are so welcome!!!!

[@sandycrawford4062]

Thank you so much for this video. I just got my washer and dryer this morning and needed a little help. 🙂

[@emikahmakor9941]

So thankful to have been of help

[@yu_watch_yana8271]

Thank you so much ! This was very helpful. Had no idea what I was doing AT ALL lol

[@anitraturner5748]

Thank GOD for your video….!!! I got this exact set and it comes in the morning. This is the first review I’ve seen on the 550 series…!!! I’m so excited to get these. I was scared to get GE. I went out to get LG but they was out of budget. Best buy offers total tech and got them for $849 each….!!!! And it has 10 yr warranty…!!!

[@emikahmakor9941]

Yayyy so glad it could help you out 🥰🥰🥰

[@emikahmakor9941]

Don't forget to remove the bolts in the back of the washer . It will look like they need to be there ... but they don't. There's 4 of them

[@anitraturner5748]

@@emikahmakor9941 I am loving our new set the app alerts are everything….!!!!

[@anitraturner5748]

@@emikahmakor9941 Best Buy installed them!! Thanks so much

[@michaeldoyle9345]

Make sure to leave the door and soap dispenser ajar when not in use just a tip great video 👍

[@crazy4RxLexus350]

Very good review and I'm very happy to know I could use powder detergent.I saw a review and in the comment section someone said you couldn't use powder bc when she use the powder detergent it leaked over the floor.But after watching your video I believe maybe she put it in wrong.Anyways you have a beautiful set and I'm glad you're enjoying it.

[@emikahmakor9941]

Thank you!!!

[@laurendoninger2693]

Thanks so much - this helpful!

[@gregr1541]

This was a very in-depth and informative video, and told me everything I need to know regarding the operation of these machines.

[@emikahmakor9941]

That's wonderful! I'm glad you found it informative. I tried looking for a review on youtube but couldn't find one so I made one. 🥰

[@darrellhayes8797]

Very informative. Thanks.

[@emikahmakor9941]

Thank you so much!!

[@laurenleichtnam]

Is there explanation of the bleach usage?

[@irmacooper5270]

great information

[@BostonAlex]

I wish you could do a review on how to use that washer and dryer on your phone and set it up then show us you using it I’m having such trouble setting mine up and your in-depth review is amazing

[@emikahmakor9941]

Thank you so much. What particular issue are you having?

[@BostonAlex]

@@emikahmakor9941 Connecting the washer and dryer to the app, then being able to control it on the phone. I really cant figure it out and would love for you to post a full video about it! Thank you!!

[@myrabelote3922]

Excellent into to how to use this model.

[@emikahmakor9941]

Thank you🙏🏽🥰

[@train-insaiyan9067]

loved your review! omg you're the first person on KZbin to really talk about these dryers. I am very appreciative for that. Thank You for this review, I am more confident in my order of this set now :) also, do you think it matters what type of water is being used with the machine? soft water or hard water?

[@emikahmakor9941]

Hello there! Not really sure about hard or soft water! So sorry. My water is soft though.

[@passion4vintage559]

I don’t think my setting is right because im having to keep doing more dying after its done

[@matthewmoore2278]

can u do a cycle with more water option?? when u have a chance

[@MrJt3451]

thank you what does the add more water button do have you tried it how much more water does it add etc i cant seem to find the answer thank you

[@emikahmakor9941]

Sorry me neither

[@SAHMOMMAMANG]

Was that comforters you were washing? How do you get it to spin? I try washing a blanket and it just won’t spin because it’s unbalanced ☹️

[@Rick-jc5le]

Good video!!

[@emikahmakor9941]

Thank you

[@cp-kd9yn]

For the steam function on the dryer, did you have to buy a separate attachment?

[@axelceballos1239]

Hello, your video help us a lot with our new Washers but the only thing i didn't understand about them is about the size of the loads, on the older ones we have like a small, medium, large and extra large sizes for how much clothes we are putting into the the washer. How does that works on these?

[@Blurain727]

It senses the weight of the load! the bigger and heavier the load, the more water will be added.

[@nancywalters-belle23]

Very informative. Thank you. How do you set the machine to wash twice in one cycle?

[@emikahmakor9941]

I've never done that...if you figure it out please let me know!

[@KINGDOMKONCEPT]

I wish they put the light on these base models. I can do without the smart dispenser but that light just makes it cool 😎 Have you setup the Wifi app?

[@emikahmakor9941]

Yes i did. But Uninstalled it because it kept giving me notifications at work on laundry if someone was doing it at home😬

[@KINGDOMKONCEPT]

@@emikahmakor9941 Ha!

[@michellefata5159]

Thanks for the review! I just received my new washer & dryer today. What is the difference between "Cold" and "Tap Cold"? Also, do you still wipe/dry out the inside after the venting is complete? I do not want to get mildew again in my machine.

[@dianapardo6872]

To avoid mildew dry inside rubber seals and if you can leave the door somewhat open if possible ,It's because if you have children they may be playing with it while open or getting in it, just leave it like that .I always do since I don't have children. If you do that you will never have that problem. That's what I did with the other set I had which lasted me 10 or 11 years then it died 😔.

[@kerrybernier3724]

Hi All, this was informative, thanks! I still have a question: At the end of every cycle, the clothes come out steaming hot; even if I choose cold water...I am confused about why. I can't find anything in the manual nor online, wondering if anyone else has the answer. Thanks! Also, I am struggling to connect to our wifi, I have the app, but can't seem to connect. Any tips? Thanks in advance.

[@MarkoSpeaks]

One time I got a washer and it was.connected incorrectly: cold to hot. Probably what happened in your situation+

[@steveg6978]

I was wondering, we bought these and there seems to be some excess water sitting inside the door on the blue seal...not a major but it seems like it would eventually get moldy.

[@emikahmakor9941]

We've had it a year now. Fingers crossed no mold yet

[@6thDAY]

Did you have to also remove the 2 metal brackets in the back or just the 4 shipping bolts?

[@emikahmakor9941]

Yes we did. Both brackets and bolts

[@j.scottflagg1245]

Thank you Emikah, I just bought this washer and dryer combo for my mom and it was really informative! Do you dry the door and the gasket after use and if not does it have any issues with mold?

[@emikahmakor9941]

Not yet. No mold issues as of yet. Yes. Dry it after use. We do it once a day if we're doing particularly heavy laundry. We just dry at the end of the day. No mold☺

[@naketastanley1732]

Hello, how is your washer and dryer holding up? Does the venting system actually work? Does it clean your garments well? Have you experienced any problems with them since you have had them? Thank you in advance, for answering my questions.

[@mtdsmom]

Any updates on how your liking your washer and dryer?

[@emikahmakor9941]

I discovered that if I put one item in the washer, it should sense that clothing item but it doesn't for some reason, sense it. Ill make an update video soon!

[@mtdsmom]

❤️👍

[@davem1212]

One question. Your experience and help with this model would be appreciated. So I bought this from Lowe’s and had it delivered yesterday. The delivery people were a nightmare but I’ll get over that. My question is my ultrafresh vent button doesn’t illuminate/light up like yours. Only the left side does when I put it in that mode to dry the drum for the 8 hrs the Manual tells you to follow. I woke up this morning and water was still under the rubber part and it should of been bone dry. Customer service said to turn off the breaker for 2 minute to reset it but I’m at work so I can’t do that till I get home. What exactly do you do to use that OPTION to dry the drum with the ultrafresh vent when you do it ?. I hit the button and then I hit it again 3 seconds later and it starts to run buttttt the light only lights up on the left side and after 8 hrs it’s still wet inside lol. You help would be appreciated again.

[@emikahmakor9941]

Do you have warranty? I'd get Lowes out there to take a look at it. It seems there maybe something definitely going on with your units.

[@davem1212]

@@emikahmakor9941 Yeah I had a tech out 2 weeks ago. He had to order a part. Another appt this Thursday. Just a little mad to buy the washer for the Ultra ban and not have it work. Go figure but thanks

[@davem1212]

@@emikahmakor9941 Ok hun. I got good news and bad news today. The bad news you might want pay attention to lol cause I think You , I and most of the public were duped on this 550 series. The 650 and 850 get the EXTRA Ultra Vent effect. I’ll explain later down below. The GOOD NEWS : (( Deep Breath )) exhale. Ok. lol. I had a tech come out today again and replace something that wasn’t opening at the top of the Blue vent in the drum. If you reach up in the blue rubber part at the top you should feel a opening. Two weeks ago mine was close but the washer still worked. The tech replaced the part cause it needed to be open. So I’m happy that is fixed .. but lol The bad news: This 550 series doesn’t have the FULL effects of Ultra Vent Cycle when it’s ran for the 8 hrs or so that GE tells you to run it after you wash all your clothes for the day LIKE the 650 or 850 series does. The 550 models Don’t have a FAN in them that dries them out completely like the 650 or 850 models do after the 8 hour ultra vent cycle So when you run the ultra vent and the drum runs for 8 hrs / that’s all we’re getting with this 550 model. The tech told me he talked to GE days prior to coming to my house and got some info from them to relay to me about my product I bought - so lol the TECH told me what they said at GE headquarters. GE told my Tech that my expectations for the 550 model won’t be what the 650 and 850 does for drying out the water to prevent mold. Lmaooo. I told the tech that’s what I paid for. To protect from mold. The tech said the blue ban is suppose to protect it from mold still but doesn’t have a fan running when you do the ultra ban vent cycle fr 8 hrs. I knew I should of bought the more expensive ones that were $600 more total and just got the 850 models. When you run your Ultra Vent cycle for 8 hrs do you notice Water in the drum a little ? .... cause In the 650 and 850 models with the fan it doesn’t leave water in the drum after the 8 hr cycle people say. Those 650 and 850 series have a fan that helps the water go away when the ultra vent cycle is ran after washing clothes. I’m mad lol but I hope the Tech is right about the Blue Ban on the drum still protecting my washer from mold and not blowing smoke up my ass cause of GE being his source of income cause he works for them through a company that gets jobs from GE locally in my city.

[@MsMamahama]

Does the washer have light or no? I saw newer models have light switch that can be turned on any time during the cycle

[@emikahmakor9941]

No light switch on this one

[@dmeyer6994]

Yes it has a light switch. Her model appears not to but we just bought the same set and it does have a light button/control lock button bottom right corner of panel

[@austinrose3476]

What is the exact width? 28 inches? I know sometimes they say 28, but its actually 27 3/4ths.

[@MariaLopez-zw2bs]

Hi I’m really looking to getting these but I keep seeing that the washer shakes a lot I was wondering if you could let me know if your are as well -thank you

[@emikahmakor9941]

The washer shakes if the clothing within the washer is unbalanced. So if it is overly stuffed , or the washer doesn't appropriately sense the laundry.

[@MariaLopez-zw2bs]

Thank you so much that’s very helpful 🙂

[@Chipenvous]

Seriously considering these for our next purchase to replace our awful Samsung's. How do you like them so far?

[@emikahmakor9941]

Love them. But sometimes the "sensing" in the washer doesn't sense right. Meaning it doesn't completely dry out clothing...Has happened twice already. So I have to hit the spin button again...Maybe we should call the warranty number. We also got the store warranty from which we purchased it from.

[@OhJanney]

Can you wash a king size comfortable in there by itself with no issues and some space to spare

[@emikahmakor9941]

I have a California king bed and my comforters fit in with at least some room to spare.

[@OhJanney]

@@emikahmakor9941 oh excellent. Thank you.

[@nancyvelasco1760]

Hi, I just got mine, but I have a question, can I add powder in the pre wash compartment?

[@emikahmakor9941]

Never tried it. Maybe someone can help in the comments?

[@anarchistbull2796]

Does this one have the detergent tank?

[@emikahmakor9941]

No it doesn't

[@granthynes5549]

Have you ever ran into a problem where it does not spin at the last cycle and just sits there? Leaving your clothes still soaked?

[@emikahmakor9941]

Yes that happened the other day.... I think it's an issue with it's sensing??

[@adrianacoronel4532]

I just got this washer and I noticed my clothes don’t smell as nice I use gain and usually my clothes smell really fresh ? Has anyone had the same problem with this machine ?

[@missdezy]

Yes omg same for me to! I thought I was going crazy lol. We're used to top load washer/dryers and I absolutely LOVED smelling the detergent as it was washing and also on the clothes. I'm seriously trying to figure out why clothes don't smell fresh with this front loader! I always used liquid detergent and will test out HE powder detergent and see if there's a difference! I'm not giving up until I get that fresh smell again haha!

[@TheHomeDesigner123]

We own this pair. They are terrible. They both keep breaking down after only two years of use. Now I need to replace the washer because GE doesn’t have replacement parts. After only two years of use!!!

[@frenzy2223]

Great review! How is it holding up?

[@emikahmakor9941]

The machines are doing great. I like them still! Lol

[@frenzy2223]

@@emikahmakor9941 good to know. Thank you!

[@nicoleromero4301]

i just moved into an apartment and they had this washer installed but the bleach wont go down and i already did 2 loads can anyone help with that?

[@emikahmakor9941]

I'd call them to take a look at it. The tubes maybe blocked

[@latricerichardson1791]

Do you have yours set up on WiFi?

[@borquez31]

Does your clothes come out warm even after a cold wash ?

[@emikahmakor9941]

No. They always come out cold. Make sure to check your connections in the back of the washer.

[@patriciacerda881]

I am having the same problem. We just got them today

[@DarianHarder]

Are those twins or full size or queen size comforters?

[@emikahmakor9941]

Queen size comforters. So sorry I'm late in my response.