GE Spacemaker GUD 24 inch Washer & Dryer : Full Overview + Washing / Operating Tips
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Just my experience and observations about a product I own and purchased.
Model: GUD24GSSMWW ; 2.3 cu. ft. Washer and 4.4 cu. ft. Dryer
Mine is the model with the GAS dryer (no different than the electric model, except the energy source and hookups).
Washing machine overview and operation: • GE Spacemaker GUD 24 i...
Dryer overview and operation : • GE Spacemaker GUD 24 i...
SOUNDS of the machine: • SOUNDS of the GE Space...
I also have this laundry center and yes if you put it on bulky for everything it will fill all the way however if you want to use the other cycles it works perfectly if you get a water decanter fill it up pour it over your clothes two times not more. It will think the load is heavier and fill up. It will start washing when you check it it doesn’t look like it has enough water in it but then it adds more and you will be surprised that it fills up all the way. I’ve done this trick and I’ve not had a problem with it you could use any cycle as long as you add those two decanters of water over the top of your clothes.
Thanks for sharing petermazbabie - do you you set it for a 2nd rinse since you add in extra water?
@@jaymejay1 yes i do here is another trick, if you set it for a second rinse and leave the fabric softener button off it will give you a spray rinse for the first rinse and a deep rinse for the second, which is exactly what I want. I discovered that by chance and playing around with the settings.
@@petermaz701 Thanks for the tips. I will definitely try those, too. I'll pin your info. to the top so others can see it, too.
@petermazbabie how many ounces is your water decanter?
@@gemruby41 I wondered that too
You just saved me so much time and headache, and my apartment complex from me complaining 👍🏾
Glad it was useful Desmond Foster Child 😊
This review was awesome! I just moved into a condo and inherited this new unit and I was afraid that it was broken. You did an excellent job explaining the features and how to operate the unit and I am so happy that you did. I was getting ready to call a service repairman, you have saved me tons of money. Bless your heart.
Glad I could help Nicholas Lee, thank you!
I just bought this unit and I’m very grateful for your review
Glad I could help Abi , thank you
Thank you soooo much. Just bought a new house with this unit in it so you can imagine my surprise and frustration when I couldn’t get the water to load fully. I was worried I would have to shell out a couple of grand to get a new one. Your video was heaven sent!
I appreciate the support GeminiSagittarius Leo and glad it helped in some way 🥰
Same here!
I put it on normal gear and it did not wash my clothes! Thanks for saving me🤗
I've been watching a few other videos regarding this machine. People still looking for answers, I'm going to go back and recommend yours. Have a great day!
Than you D Smile. There are a few on my channel that people have requested.
Just purchased GEstackable washer/dryer. Lowes store Egg Harbor. The entire staff made it a GREAT experience. From the switchboard,customer service Megan,Appliance Mah, store manager Mr,Jackson and the two delivery gentlemen . All were professional, patient, very helpful to me, I highly urge friends,neighbors everyone to shop at Lowes, The customer is treated well!!!
You are very good at this. Very thorough. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind comment Michel Bartolini, I appreciate it ❤️❤️
thank you so much for this all inclusive video. my apt complex just installed this today for me, and it was such a different machine it raised so many questions! all of which were answered here! :)
You're very welcome @bobbycorwen !
Hello, I'm testing out mine now and it's weird, I turned it on and it spit out less that a gallon of water then started this washing movement and it doesn't let in anymore water. What's that about please????😢😢
Omg!! Thank you so much!!
I just got one of these installed in my apartment and was so confused about how to load it. I didn't understand why there was so small amount of water.
Thanks again!!
I'm so glad it helped a bit Leidy Pineda . 😊 Thanks for the support.
Thanks for this review. The back view was very helpful. Thanks for sharing the wash issues and the sounds. This is a very useful review.
Glad it was helpful @Trudloops, thank you
Thanks so much... I just moved in and one of these is in the new place. I used it once and it worked. I've been trying for an hour to get the thing to work and it only works using bulky... your a life saver
Glad I could help @chrisscott4797
Just bought this appliance and thank you for your video, very helpful 😀
Glad it was helpful Rosa Benjamin, thank you
I just purchased the 27" and was so frustrated by the water level issue. Thank you so much for the "bulky" recommendation and this video.
You are so welcome Deborah Read!
Thank you for sharing this video. It HELPED a lot! 😊
Glad it was helpful @gladysbenitez4995 Thank you
Thank you so much this video helped me so much ,, your a sweetheart for making this and making my life more enjoyable doing laundry
I'm so glad it helped in some way arlene nippard
I just want to thank you so much for making this video because I really thought my washer was broke I really Learned a lot that they do not have any manual
You're welcome Dana Hampton - I hope it helps you out a bit. Maybe the manual is online? Mine did come with a complete book.
JAYME JAY YOU ROCK! Mine was delivered today and was so confused! cause it's super loud, spins for an eternity, and since I didn't know about the "bulky" setting and tried to wash just one sheet I found out the sheet didn't get completely wet. You've been so helpful. Thank you
Glad it was helpful CV R 😊 Two other vids were recently filmed, too: th-cam.com/video/Ihgh_psRUHY/w-d-xo.html and th-cam.com/video/xgvFwvu1lmk/w-d-xo.html
Was a little confused when I first got mine... but this video tips were spot on and I can live it. Thanks
Thank you so much Barbara Jackson 😊 I'm glad you found it useful and appreciate your support.
mom you saved my life❤️thank uu
Wow amazing review so much useful info. Thanks 😊
My pleasure MrZafra81 😊 - I appreciate your kind words.
Thanks for showing this video because I just gotten a Ready to move in 12 x 36 Cabin House and it has this wash and dryer unit in it , & this video has shown me how to use it . Thanks
Glad I could help Anthony , thanks for the support.
Just bought this machine so ur vid was extremely helpful
Great to hear @pabblackberry
Thank Thank you for this video! I received this washing machine as a replacement and I thought it was broken. I now know how to use it thanks to your video!! ❤️
I appreciate the support Spirited Artist 😊 - glad it helped
I just got my older washer and dryer replaced that i loved with this model. I dislike that it does not allow me to wash a large load. Your video has given me a peice of mind and i will check to see it i can make it work the way you have. Thank you.
Hi Tina Nez 😊 You can definitely do larger loads and even some larger blankets., just set it correctly .Good luck, and thank you for the comment!
Thank u!!!! Thank you for the advise on the water and cycles! We are on vacay and this is the w/d set in our unit and I’ve been pulling my hair out trying to wash a load of clothes! I’m gonna use your method
Glad it was helpful Cats & Carbs
Congratulations, excelent explanation 💖
Thank you so much for posting this video i thought i was going crazy like where is the water! Video was very helpful
Glad it helped Latoya Timson thanks for the support
You did a awesome demonstration thank you
You are so welcome Kv pce, thank you!
This was really helpful. Thank you.
You're welcome @GaryABArmstrong
Lifesaver- great job and thank you!😅
This was super helpful. Thanks for sharing 😃
Glad it was helpful T onTheMove, thank you!😊
This is a great introduction video for this machine. I just purchased it and appreciate the tip to leave the cycle selector on "Bulky". Another tip I learned from trial and error is that although the washer basket looks very large, do not fill it all the way up with clothes! The water level will not go all the way up to the top edge of the wash basket, even on the "Bulky" highest water setting. So, I fill the wash basket up half way with clothes, the water covers them well and they get adequately washed. The washer spins very well. The dryer is a slow one and your tip about setting it on "Optimum" is the best and highest heat. It is not a super hot dryer but does the job.
I appreciate the feedback and support chnalvr 😊
i read the manual& this machine is designed to minimize water & shows pix of the water level being than the clothes! Unusual compared to traditional standard washers but it agitates in a way that washes the clothes w/ less water like HE (high efficiency) machines. This is why the manual recommends HE liquid detergent.
I have this same unit. Thanks for this overview:)
FYI GE actually recommends that the detergent is added *before* the clothes are put in.
Thanks for the tip therealdq!
I'm glad I found you and I'm just not getting used to this new washer and dryer that my apartment complex install this week and thanks for the tip about the bulk cycle
Hope it helps patricia sheppard and good luck. A dryer video and washer cycle full video is linked in the description.
Me too! I am about to watch I hope it helps. I even had maintenance come back because I thought it was broken or not installed correctly or I just needed to be shown how to use it- so frustrating I’m spending hours trying to wash one load on my one day off lol
@@jaymejay1 what description I'm not understanding
Thanks alot for the review...it really helped.
Glad to hear that @ohimaiujuanbi7023 thank you!
Thanks for helping me I just bought it today! It actually wasn’t filling up with water at first so I was getting so frustrated I kicked it and now it works 😁
Glad it helped a bit BDRZN Music
How did you get it to fill 😭😭 can’t figure it out
Well it’s been about a month and nothing but problems with this machine. One day it took me 3hrs to do 1 freaking load!! I’m so tired of fighting with this machine to do it’s simple wash (dryer works fine) I’m going to return this product. It’s unfortunate but I don’t have time or patience for it anymore.
Thank you do much. Going to try it now
Great video. So glad that you showed the back with ventilation. Amazon doesn’t have any images of it. Thanks
@ashlinholstick9671 Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much! Great and useful information!
Glad it was helpful @debbeleigh1930
Very informative, helpful! Thanks!
Glad it was helpful smilncynic
Great review and tips! Thanks for sharing. My wife and I bought this unit in July of 2020. Generally it's worked well despite the quirks, but several months in, we noticed a loud rubbing noise that turned into a squeaking/chirping noise (almost like a mouse!). After replacing the motor belt, the issue continued. GE and the repair person we used determined it to be the transmission so they replaced the entire interior mechanism (drum, agitator, transmission, everything). We were shocked that the unit started to show problems on several months after our purchase.
It seems to be working well again after the repair and the noise is gone, but I was wondering if you or anyone reading has encountered this issue before. We hope to use this unit for many years ahead, but it's disheartening that something could go wrong so early on in the lifecycle.
Thanks in advance -- happy washing/drying and stay safe, everyone!
Thank you for the support blinddog1212 😊
@@jaymejay1 My problem is like you, product design problem
Thanks for posting this video.
You're welcome CALVIN REICHELDERFER, hope it helps!
Great video well explained thank you just got one put in not a fan but am renting and that's what I got
Thank you Miguel Ramirez 😊
This is a good video in explanation and showing images. Thank you. I was wondering bout the phone looking piece too.
Just got it yesterday we don't have gas but washing to rinsing, spinning loud loud.
Thanks , great presentation!
Thank you ronda howard
Also if you wouldnt mind doing a video of how you deep clean both the washer and the dryer i would so appreciate it youve been so helpful!
This was very helpful
Thanks so much Rachel Miller 😊 I appreciate that!
We had similar GE washer & Dryer combo few times in the past 40 years. They all had the same problem of not filling the tub with enough water. It is made that way to save water. Our very first unit lasted 15 years. We used to add water into the tub before we turned it on. However, the laundry load did not rinse out well. So we had to run an extra rinse and spin cycle. Not sure if that will work with the new ones.
The best small space/ compact size washer & Dryer set is the one that sells individually. It is easier to move/hock up and repair. Finally we never ever use gas vs. electric. Too many issues with gas appliances. GE sells the same model but with electric power source, and it is actually cheaper than the gas model.
Nice review.
Thanks for your support and insights Al Alnajjar 😊
This review/tutorial has been so helpful. I do not have a manual with my unit, so I have a question. What is the difference between the Delicate and the Easy Care cycles on the dryer? Which is hotter/cooler? Thank you!
Great review, on point with everything said. I was looking for more info in the u+ connect plug and module but thanks much
Thank you Allure Kelise
Excelent explanation 💖
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you. I just found an apartment that has this and obviously it needs a cleaning and I never experienced one like this. Thank you for posting this video😊 cause i don’t remember the name and I haven’t moved in yet so I just wanted to be prepared when it’s time lol
@user-dv5mb9jc4d Hope it helps you!
Very helpful video ☺️
Glad it was helpful @yougprince , thank you
Thank you Because I was like WTH, where's the water? Lol. Very Helpful!
Glad it helped @nekeitawlms20!
This is one of the best reviews on YT. You did a great job! Shame it’s so stingy with water on the regular cycles.
Thank you petermazbabie 😊 I appreciate the feedback and glad you found it useful!
I couldn't get the water to fill so I came to this video and wow, that automatic fill is so off! Thank you for informing me!
Bubbly_Sins23 glad it helped!
I was hoping they had fixed this but it looks like they haven't. This is the only machine I can find that fits in the space where I currently have my washer and dryer.
thank you for your video ❤️
You are so welcome Bernardo Montesinos !
Thank you.. It was helpful!!
Glad it helped @nehalakhani5638 !
Very helpful. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
So helpful!
So glad @idklol2294, thank you
Thanks for doing this. I've been struggling for 6 weeks to get this washer to work and it doesn't empty correctly. With all that you have shared, how can GE sell this? Who has time to stand there and make adjustments during both the wash and dry ing cycles?
Thank you for the video. Would you happen to know how to remove the side vent knockout?
thank you so much for the video
You're welcome Diane Legerme 😊 I hope you found something useful in it.
Thanks - I heard the stop and start and didn’t know what was happening
How do you clean the washer?
Thank you for sharing this tutorial.
You are so welcome@DeeTee79 !
How do you clean the washer filter
Hey, love the video. Just purchased this unit curious about the dryer heat. Is there settings for low/high etc?
Konafox there is a "less dry" and cool down cycle, they run for a shorter period of time so would not heat as fast. But no actual "low-high', just timed cycles. Dryer video with better view of cycles: th-cam.com/video/xgvFwvu1lmk/w-d-xo.html
Thank you so much for this amazing review I’m looking into purchasing this model but, without the impeller in the middle! Do you find that your clothes are all twisted and wrapped around the center? Thanks ❤
@yvettebarnett5085 Thanks for the support. Sometimes things get twisted around it, but nothing has ever frayed or been damaged.
thank you so much for the advice, we are looking for one right now and we don't have the space so we might have to choose the same model,
Good luck with your decision susana evelyn gil funes
where is the filter for the washer machine ? how do you clean it out ?
Thanks for making the video. I find that the liquid fabric softener leaves it’s Colour in several clothes after a wash. Do you have any suggestions?
than you so much, can you tell me how to drain the water, I used my brothers, and the water still there for 2 days!
I would like to know if you select pre soak+2 rinse the wash cycle going to start or just is for soak ? Because the mine doesn't work
When starting it on the bulky items mine is only light up the one and wash button. It isn’t rinsing or spinning my laundry? I need help
I noticed mine has a lot of rust at the top of the washer. How do you clean that?
Thanks to you I learned to use my W/D my manual given by my apt complex was not much help 🎉thank youu
Glad it helped Nona Garcia !
Hola sabes si la secadora es d gas?
Thank you for the great overview! My landlord just purchased this for the apartment I rent so I have not used the machine yet. I have a question though about the water issue. If I want to do a delicate cycle, do I turn it to bulky to let it fill up but then back to delicate cycle as soon as the wash begins? Then when it rinses, do I then have to move it back to bulky and then back to delicate for the spin? I hope these questions make sense!
Hi hillsidepoppy glad you found it helpful 👍 Select bulky items for the tank to fill - once the tank fills quickly switch it to delicates before the agitator begins, or turn it off completely and then select the cycle you want. Just make sure you select 2nd rinse on the other control dial to make sure it drains out the extra water. For the first wash I'd try it the way they recommend, and you'll be able to judge if you get enough water for your load. HTH.
Does anyone know how to clear out below the lint trap?
My washer has a little filter the shape is rectangular and u can take it out whats the best way to clean it cuz when i opened it it looked like wet paper towel and i was wondering if thats the filter or just debris from the clothes
do you know how to make it soak for longer than 15 mins and without it draining after it being paused?
This explains a lot. Thank you!! So do you use softener?
@edgariva12 no -- it's generally not recommended, i prefer soft dryer sheets instead
I’m not getting any hot water or warm. Seen a video earlier said to use #10 on water cycles who’s is heavy. Is that correct?
Hi, this video is great helpful thanks. Just a question where do you pour the detergent?
Penny Le it is demonstrated in the video and also in the dedicated wash cycle video: th-cam.com/video/Ihgh_psRUHY/w-d-xo.html
You are the best. But what is the best washing temperature to combine with the bulky cycle. I’m struggling with a wash now. 😢
@Sandra-up8ux Thanks for the support. The machine uses a combination of water temps to cycle, so even hot includes some cold water, too and isn't super hot. It's an energy-efficient machine and just works that way. I would base the temp on the clothes you are washing.
Well done laddie thank you
Are you Irish?
I realize having too many items in the wash machine can cause rattling and a loud noise from the machine; after I remove the too many items there is still an issue where I may need to overide the sensor; not sure how to do this. Don
Hi i have same model . But i have a issue with that i trying to use it my washer working perfectly but dryer doesn't work. I put it on more dryer and press start but its doesn't start
Does your dryer door ever get stuck closed? If so, how do you open it again? Do you have to unplug the whole thing or is there a button to press when that happens?
Lights comes on the washer but no water. What's wrong?
Hi.. I have one..sometimes the water keep running in and it not letting out the water..
I deep cleaned my washer today but wanted to see what you think is the best effective way to deep clean the washer and dryer mostly curious about the lint since there's no way I've seen to deeply clean where it tends to get trapped like in a normal dryer you can vacuum all the way down but with this one it's hollow and just goes through the door so I'm unsure if there's any other lint I should be cleaning out besides in the door thanks very much for the advice especially with the water I knew something wasn't right
Agreed!
That was a great review. I just have a question. When I put the dryer on more dry option, it takes the dryer about 1 hour and 15 minutes to finish. Also, sometimes the cloths are not completely dry, so I have to put them back in the dryer for another 1 hour. Does it ever happen to you before?
Thank you Yasir AKA 😊 I appreciate the feedback. And yes, it takes a VERY long time to dry and often requires more time than the cycle has. I have found that "more dry" and "optimum" work best but still take very long. Thankfully I have the gas dryer so costs are better than electric I assume.
best review
Thanks for the support Choices Consequences 😊
I just got a washer delivered and your video helped because I was confused about the water. Also I noticed the dryer does not seem to use hot air. Ive checked mid dry and the clothes seem to be cold. Any tips for that?
It might depend on the cycle you select Jovanna M - we use Optimum and More Dry.
This washer is the most unnecessarily difficult piece of equipment I've ever encountered.
Hi I have a question about GE spacemaker laundry dryer dryer if I push the bottom no power
So the more dry never moves to less dry, it just runs and never turns off? I have to put it at a timed drying. I don’t understand this washer dryer set at all 😞
Thank you so much!
You're welcome Wellington Santos Silva