GE 405, 513 User Manual

	GE Appliances
Profile				Owner’s Manual
				Manuel d’utilisation
Dryers				Modelo tipo:
				Manual del propietario
				Models Type:
				Types de modèle :
				405
Profile				483
				513
Sécheuses Features . . . . . . . . . .				. . . . . .	. . . . .8
	Safety Information			. . . . . .	. . 3–5
	Operating Instructions
	Controls . . . . . . . . . .			. . . . . .	. . 6–7
Profile	Reversing The Door			. . . . . .	. . . .9
	Loading and Using				10
Secadoras	the Dryer . . . . . . . . .			. . . . . . . .
	For Service . . . . . . . .			. . . . . .	12, 13
	Venting The Dryer			. . . . . . . .	. .11
	Troubleshooting Tips
	Before You Call
	Customer Service
	Product Registration . . . . .				15, 16
	Warranty . . . . . . . . .			. . . . . . . .	. 17
	Service Telephone
	Numbers . . . . . . . . . .			. Back Cover

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GE & You, A Service Partnership.

IMPORTANT!

Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card.

Two easy ways to register your appliance!

■Through the internet at www.geappliances.com

■Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card

FOR YOUR RECORDS

Write the model and serial numbers here:

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They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door.

READ THIS MANUAL

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dryer properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your dryer.

PROPER VENTING

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 specifications outlined in the Venting the Dryer section in this manual and the Exhausting section in the Installation Instructions.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

You’ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in the back section. Or, in the U.S., you can always call the GE Answer Center® at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In Canada, call 1-800-361-3400.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

■ Do not store or use gasoline or other	■ Installation and service must be performed
flammable vapors and liquids in the	by a qualified installer, service agency or
vicinity of this or any other appliance.	the gas supplier.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

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Do not try to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions carefully.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act

This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.

Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.

Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling us toll-free at the GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000.

■Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

■Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

■Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

■Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly.

Exhaust/Ducting:

			Gas dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside.
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			Exhausting electric dryers to the outside is
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			strongly recommended to prevent large amounts
			of moisture and lint from being blown into the
			room.
			Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4″
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			diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or
			for exhausting to the outside. USE OF PLASTIC
			OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN
			CAUSE A FIRE. PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN
			CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES
			OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING
			INSTALLATION.
	For complete details, follow the Installation
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

■Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals, and other flammable vapors and liquids.

■Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play on, with, or inside this or any other appliance.

■Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleaches, etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid injury.

■Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.

WHEN USING YOUR DRYER

■Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving. Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, wait until the drum has completely stopped.

■Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room.

DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.

■Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted

with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation.

■Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a clothes load to catch fire.

■Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or that contains flammable materials (such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in beauty salons, restaurants, or barber shops, etc.) must not be placed in or near the dryer until solvents or flammable materials have been removed. There are many highly flammable items used in homes such as acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates.

■The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s care instructions.

■Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic, foam, or similar materials such as padded bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, pillows, etc., that may melt or burn. Some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion.

■Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation.

■Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing Kapok) must not be put in your dryer.

■Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer. Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent dryer uses.

■To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter). NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OFF position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

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■Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially

disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

■The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician. See the

Loading and Using the Dryer section.

■If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with an automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot light. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. Burns may result from having your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on.

■You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them by using a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static conditioner. We recommend you use either a fabric softener in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer’s instructions for those products, or try a dryer-added product for which the manufacturer gives written assurance on the package that their product can be safely used in your dryer. Service or performance problems caused by use of these products are the responsibility of the manufacturers of those

products and are not covered under the warranty to this appliance.

WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER

■Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance to avoid damage to the cord while pulling. Place the cord away from traffic areas so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage.

■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

■Before discarding a dryer, or removing it from service, remove the dryer door to prevent children from hiding inside.

■Do not tamper with controls.

Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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About the dryer control panel.

You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Model Type 405

3	1		2

Optional Feature,

on some models

Model Type 483

3 1 Optional Feature, 2

on some models

Model Type 513

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Control Settings

IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.

1 Fabric Care

COTTONS For regular to heavy cottons.

REG. HEAT

EASY CARE For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press.

MED. HEAT

FLUFF For fluffing items without heat. Use the TIMED DRY cycle.

NO HEAT

DELICATES For delicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low.

LOW HEAT

ULTRACARE For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

GENTLE HEAT

2 Drying Cycles— Automatic cycles automatically determine fabric dryness. Select MORE DRY for heavier fabrics, LESS DRY for lighter fabrics. Timed cycles run for the selected time.

AUTOMATIC For cottons and most linens. For most loads select OPTIMUM DRY .

COTTONS

EASY CARE For wrinkle-free, permanent press and delicate items, and knits.

AUTOMATIC

ULTRACARE For special-care fabrics such as rayons, woolens, and silks.

TIMED DRY Set the Cycle Selector at the desired drying time.

DAMP DRY For leaving items partially dry.

QUICK DRY For one or two items.

DRYEL® For use with DRYEL “dry clean only” fabric care system. Use the MED-HEAT fabric care setting.

See product package for instructions.

DEWRINKLE For removing wrinkles from items that are clean and dry or that are very lightly damp.

QUICK FLUFF For freshening or fluffing up already dry clothing, fabric, linens, and pillows. Use with FLUFF NO HEAT. Provides 10 minutes of no-heat tumbling.

3 Start— Close the dryer door. Select START. Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer. To restart the dryer, close the door and select START to complete the cycle.

NOTE:

Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes, and condition of exhaust ducts.

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About your dryer features.

Color Logic

Select the correct FABRIC CARE setting. Match the particular color below the words with the same color on the Cycle Dial.

Example: Drying a load of clothing labeled permanent press.

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Choose the FABRIC CARE setting-—for this load it would be the EASY CARE MED. HEAT (which is a particular color).

Turn the Cycle Dial to the area that has the same color as the FABRIC CARE setting you have chosen—for this load it would be the EASY CARE AUTOMATIC.

Wrinkle Care

Use this option to minimize the wrinkles It provides approximately 15 no-heat tumbling after the dry.

can only be used with the

EASY CARE, DELICATES, and cycles. If you are using the CYCLE

SIGNAL and you select the WRINKLE CARE

option, a signal will sound at the end of the drying time and several times during the WRINKLE CARE cycle. This will remind you that it is time to remove the clothes.

If WRINKLE CARE is not ON, the dryer will stop once the timer reaches the WRINKLE CARE mark on the cycle dial.

End of Cycle Signal

This signal will sound just before the end of the cycle to remind you to remove the

clothes. On some models, the signal sound level can be adjusted.

If you selected the WRINKLE CARE option the signal will sound at the end of the drying time and will sound several times during the WRINKLE CARE cycle. This will

(appearance may vary) remind you that it is time to remove the clothes.

NOTE:

■Remove garments promptly at the sound of the signal. Place clothes on hangers so wrinkles won’t set in.

■Use the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL especially when drying fabrics like polyester knits and permanent press. These fabrics should be removed so wrinkles won’t set in.

Dryness

Sensor Cycle

Dryness Sensor Cycle–on some models

This feature is only activated in the

COTTONS, EASY CARE, DELICATES, and ULTRACARE cycles.

The Dryness Sensor provides greater drying accuracy than standard machines, resulting in shorter dry times and better clothes care. As the clothes tumble, they touch a moisture sensor. The sensor will stop the heating cycle as soon as the clothes have reached the selected dryness.

On some models, there is a Dryness Sensor Cycle indicator light. This light is illuminated during automatic cycles. When the Dryness Sensor feature stops the heating cycle, the light will go out and the cool down period will begin.

Note: The clothes will be hot if they are removed immediately after the indicator light goes out.

Drum Lamp

		Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to	circuit breaker. Reach above dryer opening
		unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect	from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and
		the dryer at the household distribution panel	replace with the same size bulb.
		by removing the fuse or switching off the
		Automatic Cycle Signal–on some models
	Automatic Cycle	At the end of each cycle there is	A reminder signal will sound periodically
	Signal	approximately 15 minutes of no-heat	during this time to remind you to remove the
		tumbling after the laundry is dry.	laundry.

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Drying Rack–on some models

A handy drying rack may be used for drying articles such as stuffed toys, pillows or washable sweaters.

Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack extends into the dryer drum.

NOTE:

■The drying rack must be used with the

TIMED CYCLE.

■Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.

About reversing the door.

Reversing the Door

Tools needed:
■ Standard #2	■ Tape-tipped	■ Needle-nosed
Phillips screwdriver	putty knife	pliers

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 untapped holes.

2 Loosen top screw from each hinge on the dryer face half way. With one hand holding the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the dryer by lifting it UP and OUT.

3 Rotate the door 180°. Insert it on the opposite side of the opening by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws inserted in step 1.

4 Remove the remaining screws from the side of the opening from which the door was removed. With these screws secure each hinge at the bottom. Tighten the two top screws of each hinge. Reinsert the plastic plugs on the side from which the door was removed.

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Loading and using the dryer.

Always follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.

Sorting and Loading Hints

As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer.

Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains.

Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling.

Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with plastic trim and foam-filled items.

Care and Cleaning of the Dryer

The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Apply these products away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by these products is not covered by your warranty.

The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use. Moisten your fingers and reach into the filter opening. Run your fingers across the filter. Have a

qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year.

The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time.

Follow these steps:

	1	Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the
		plug from the wall socket.
		Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
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		Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and
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		reconnect the duct.

The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make sure that there is not wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.

Fabric Care Labels

Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.

WASH LABELS

DRY LABELS

Machine			Tumble
			dry
wash
cycle	Normal Permanent Press/		Dry	Normal
		Gentle/	Hand wash Do not wash Do not wring
	wrinkle resistant	delicate

Water					Heat
					setting
temperature					High	Medium
	Hot		Warm	Cold/cool
	(50°C/120°F)	(40°C/105°F)		(30°C/85°F)
					Special
BLEACH LABELS					instructions	Line dry/
						hang to dry
Bleach
symbols Any bleach	Only non-chlorine bleach Do not bleach
(when needed)	(when needed)

				Do not dry
Permanent Press/	Gentle/	Do not tumble dry		(used with
wrinkle resistant	delicate			do not wash)
Low	No heat/air
Drip dry		Dry flat	In the shade

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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 or flexible metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside.

■Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.

■Use the shortest length possible.

■Do not crush or collapse.

■Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.

■Venting must conform to local building codes.

Correct

Venting

Incorrect

Venting

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Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and 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	• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and
		tripped	replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Most electric
			dryers use two fuses/breakers.
Dryer doesn’t heat		Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is	• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and
		tripped, the dryer may tumble	replace fuse or reset breaker.
		but not heat
		Gas service is off	• Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
			fully open.
Dryer shakes or makes		Some shaking/noise is normal.	• Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust
noise		Dryer may be sitting unevenly	leveling legs as necessary until even.
Greasy spots on clothes		Improper use of fabric softener	• Follow directions on fabric softener package.
		Drying dirty items with clean ones	• Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can
			stain clean items and the dryer.
		Clothes were not completely clean • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the
			clothes are wet appear after drying. Use proper
			washing procedures before drying.
Lint on clothes		Lint filter is full	• Clean lint screen before each load.
		Improper sorting	• Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors
			(like corduroy).
		Static electricity can attract lint	• See suggestions in this section under STATIC.
		Overloading	• Separate large loads into smaller ones.
		Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets	• Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
Static occurs		No fabric softener was used	• Try a fabric softener.
			• Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have
			been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in
			accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
		Overdrying	• Try a fabric softener.
			• Adjust controls for less drying.
		Synthetics, permanent press and • Try a fabric softener.
		blends can cause static
Inconsistent drying times		Type of heat	• Automatic drying times will vary according to the type
			of heat used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load,
			types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of
			exhaust ducts.

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Problem		Possible Causes	What To Do
Clothes take too long		Improper sorting	• Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally,
to dry			a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).
		Large loads of heavy fabrics (like	• Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take
		beach towels)	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.
		Lint filter is full	• Clean lint filter before every load.
		Improper or obstructed ducting	• Check installation instructions for proper
			ducting/venting.
			• Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and
			unobstructed.
			• Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily.
			• Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer
			venting is correct.
		Blown fuses or tripped circuit	• Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Since most
		breaker	dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure both are
			operating.
		Overloading/combining loads	• Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer at
			a time.
		Underloading	• If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items to
			ensure proper tumbling.
Clothes are wrinkled		Overdrying	• Select a shorter drying time.
			• Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of
			moisture.
		Letting items sit in dryer after	•Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang
		cycle ends	immediately.
Clothes shrink		Some fabrics will naturally shrink	• To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly.
		when washed. Others can be	• Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying.
		safely washed, but will shrink
			• If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular item,
		in the dryer
			do not machine wash or tumble dry it.

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