What is the difference between washers with different cycle numbers. I've seen 8 - 14 cycles in different washers. Is a high cycle number better? What do I lose with a lower cycle # ? null

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JustJon · Accepted Answer

I'm pretty sure you're just losing a few options on time running, drying spin cycle, steam usage or prewash.

GE Answers · Answer

Hi Tony- GE® 4.5 DOE cu. ft. GFW450SSMWW offers 10 cycles (Active Wear, Basket Clean, Bulky/Bedding, Delicates/Hand Wash, Normal, Quick Wash, Rinse + Spin, Sanitize, Towels & Sheets, Whites). GE® 4.9 DOE cu. ft. GFW480SSKWW offers 13 cycles (Same cycles as GFW450 plus Allergen, Cold Wash, Small Load). The end-of-cycle is adjustable, has Controls Sounds On/Off, Advanced Vibration Control, LED Basket Light, Precision Dispenser (Great cleaning performance is enhanced with a dispenser that distributes fresh detergent multiple times throughout the wash), 10-YEAR MOTOR WARRANTY. You can view the various cycles in the Owner's Manual at the following link: https://products.geappliances.com/MarketingObjectRetrieval/Dispatcher?RequestType=PDF&Name=49-90518-2.pdf - Keep in touch! Sue

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