Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . 2–4 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5 Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Loading and Using the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Reversing the Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Venting the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Troubleshooting Tips . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill you or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words are defined as: DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent damage, personal injury, or death. - DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • DO NOT try to light any appliance. • DO NOT touch any electrical switch; DO NOT use any phone in your building.
About the dryer control panel. WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer. Temperature (Not all features are on all models) A Cottons For regular to heavy cottons. Regular Casuals For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press. Medium Delicates On some models. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low. Low Air Fluff For fluffing items without heat. Use the Time Dry cycle.
About the dryer features. Drum Lamp (on some models) Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb. Drying Rack (on some models) A handy drying rack may be used for drying delicate items such as washable sweaters.
About reversing the door. GEAppliances.com Reversing the Door Tools needed: Standard #2 Tape-tipped Phillips screwdriver putty knife 1 Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the hinges. With the door completely open, remove the bottom screw from each hinge on the dryer face. Insert these screws about half way into the TOP holes, for each hinge, on the opposite side (where you removed the filler plugs). Apply firm pressure to get the screw started in new holes.
About venting the dryer. Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. Use only rigid metal 4” diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or UL listed flexible metal 4” diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside. Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
Before you call for service… GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dryer doesn’t start Dryer is unplugged • Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet. Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Most electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers.
Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Clothes take too long to dry Improper sorting • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load). Large loads of heavy fabrics (like beach towels) • Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take longer to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into smaller loads to speed drying time. Controls improperly set • Match control settings to the load you are drying.
GE Dryer Warranty. GEAppliances.com All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain support under the warranty.
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