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DBL333 DCL333 DVL223

Dryers

134098700 175D1807P367 49-90105 08-01 JR

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Operating Instructions

Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Loading and Using the Dryer . . .8, 9

Installation Instructions

Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . 11

Exhausting the Dryer . . . . . . . . . 12

Installing the Dryer . . . . . . . . 13–19

Preparing to Install the Dryer . . 10

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . 20, 21

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . Back Cover

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # __________________

Serial # __________________

You can find them on the label on the front of the left side of the door opening.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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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.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

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.

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.

■

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

■

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

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■ Properly ground dryer to conform with all

governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in the

Installation Instructions

section.

■ 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:

This dryer

MUST

be exhausted to the outside.

Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4″

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.

Follow details in the

Installation Instructions

section.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

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YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

■ Keep the area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

■ Keep the floor around your appliances clean

and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

■ Keep area around the exhaust opening and

surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.

■ Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air.

Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the dryer.

■ 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.

■ Do not install or store this appliance where

it will be exposed to the weather.

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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, UNLESS THE DRYING RACK IS IN USE.

■ 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.

■ 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,

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 orDo 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, or pressing

PAUSE

does

NOT

disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

■ Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or

near dryer at any time.

■ 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 load to catch fire.

■ 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. Do not use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.

■ 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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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.

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About the control panel.

You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the left side of the door opening.

Model DCL333

Model DBL333

Model DVL223

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

Temperature

REGULAR For regular to heavy cottons.

MEDIUM For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled

permanent press.

FLUFF For

fluffing

items without heat. Use the

TIMED DRY

cycle.

NO HEAT

Automatic cycles automatically determine fabric dryness. Select

LESS DRY

if you want your clothes slightly damp

at the end of the drying cycle. Select

MORE DRY

if you want them to feel drier.

Drying Cycles

COTTONS For cottons and most linens. For most loads select

OPTIMUM DRY.

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

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

FLUFF Provides no-heat tumbling for freshening or fluffing already dry clothing, fabric, linens and pillows.

Start

— Close the dryer door. Turn the

START

control clockwise to

START.

Hold for 1-2 seconds and release. 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 the control settings.

NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models.

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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. Remove by pulling straight up. Run your fingers

across the filter. A waxy build-up may form on the lint filter from using dryer-added fabric softener sheets.

To remove this build-up, wash the lint screen in warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.

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:

Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket.

Disconnect the duct from the dryer.

Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and 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 no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.

Care and Cleaning of the Dryer

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.

Loading and using the dryer.

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

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Machine wash cycle

Normal

Permanent Press/

wrinkle resistant

Gentle/

delicate

Hand wash

Do not wash Do not wring

Water temperature

Hot

(50°C/120°F)

Warm

(40°C/105°F)

Cold/cool

(30°C/85°F)

Tumble dry

Dry

Normal

Permanent Press/

wrinkle resistant

Gentle/

delicate

Do not tumble dry

Do not dry (used with

do not wash)

Heat setting

High

Medium

Low

No heat/air

Special instructions

Line dry/

hang to dry

Drip dry

Dry flat

In the shade

Bleach symbols

Any bleach

(when needed)

Only non-chlorine bleach

(when needed)

Do not bleach

WASH LABELS

DRY LABELS

BLEACH LABELS

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Using the four shipping carton corner posts as padding (two on each side), carefully lay the dryer on its left side and remove foam shipping pad.

CAUTION:

To prevent damage, do not use the control panel as a means to pick up or move the dryer.

Return the dryer to an upright position.

Adjust the leveling legs to match the washer height. The dryer must be level and rest firmly on all four leveling legs.

WARNING

■ This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors using only rigid metal or flexible metal 4″

diameter ductwork for inside the dryer cabinet or exhausting.

■

Never use plastic or other combustible ductwork. See Exhausting section.

■ This appliance must be properly grounded

and installed as described in these

Installation

Instructions.

■ Do not install or store appliance in an area

where it will be exposed to water/weather. See

Location of Your Dryer

section.

■ The National Fuel Gas code restricts installations

gas appliances

in garages. They must be 18″

(45.7 cm) off the ground and protected from vehicles by a barrier. See

Location of Your Dryer

section.

■ The

electrical service

to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

■ The

gas service

to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances or the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. The gas dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1 for

home use only

. This dryer is not recommended for commercial applications such as restaurants or beauty salons, etc.

Unpacking the Dryer

Foam shipping pad

Packing

■ Phillips head screwdriver

■ Adjustable pliers

■ Carpenter’s level

■ Flat or straight blade screwdriver

■ Duct tape

■ Rigid or flexible metal 4″ (10.2cm) duct

■ Vent hood

■ Pipe thread sealer

(GAS DRYER)

■ 1/2″ open-end wrench

Tools and Materials Required for Dryer Installation

Preparing to install your dryer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

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Electrical Connection Information for Gas Dryers

WARNING—

To reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock, or personal injury:

•

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN

ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

•

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

This dryer

must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.

Electrical Requirements

• This dryer must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz,

and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

• If the electric supply provided does not

meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet.

External Ground (if required)

An external ground wire, (not provided), which meets local codes, may be added by attaching it to the green ground screw on the rear of the dryer in the upper left corner above the cord, and to grounded metal cold water pipe or other established ground.

NOTE:

A wiring diagram is located inside the

control panel.

Electrical Connection Information for Electric Dryers

WARNING—

To reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock, or personal injury:

•

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS

APPLIANCE.

•

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.

This dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.

Electrical Requirements

• This dryer must be connected to a 208V or

240V individual branch circuit, protected by 30 amp circuit breakers or time-delay fuses.

• Use copper conductors only.

• If the electric supply does not meet the above

specifications, call a licensed electrician.

NOTE:

A wiring diagram is located inside the

control panel.

Ensure proper ground exists before use

Attach ground wire (obtain locally)

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If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the maximum recommended duct length. In special installations when it is impossible to make a connection with the above recommendations, then

UL-listed clothes dryer transition duct

may be used as transition venting between the dryer and wall connection only. The use of this ducting will affect drying time.

If flexible transition duct is necessary, only UL-listed duct identified for use with clothes dryers is approved.

The following directions must be followed.

• Use the shortest length possible.

• Stretch the duct to its maximum length.

• Do not crush or collapse.

• Never use transition duct inside the wall, flooring,

ceiling or inside the dryer.

• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.

• Venting must conform to local building codes.

Use only 4″(10.2 cm) diameter (minimum) rigid metal duct for best performance, or flexible metal duct.

Use approved vent hood which has swing-out dampers that open when the dryer is in operation. When the dryer stops, the dampers automatically close to prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and rodents. To avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a

minimum of 12″ (30.5 cm) clearance between the

vent hood and the ground or any other obstruction.

If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the maximum recommended duct length. See

Additional

Installation Instructions

following.

WARNING: The following are specific requirements for proper and safe operation of your dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can create excessive drying times and fire hazards.

DO NOT use plastic flexible duct to exhaust the dryer. Excessive lint can build up inside exhaust system and create a fire hazard and restrict air flow. Restricted air flow will increase drying times. If your present system is made up of plastic duct or metal foil duct, replace it with rigid or flexible metal duct. Ensure the present duct is free of any lint prior to installing dryer duct.

The dryer exhaust system MUST BE EXHAUSTED TO THE OUTSIDE of the dwelling.

DO NOT

allow combustible materials (for example: clothing, draperies/curtains, paper) to come in contact with exhaust system.

The dryer MUST NOT be exhausted into a gas vent, chimney, a wall, a ceiling, a common duct with a kitchen exhaust or any concealed space of a building which can accumulate lint, resulting in a fire hazard.

DO NOT

exceed the length of duct pipe or

number of elbows allowed in the

Maximum Length

charts. Lint can accumulate in the exhaust system, plugging the system and creating a fire hazard, as well as increasing drying times.

DO NOT

screen the exhaust ends of the vent

system, nor use any screws or rivets to assemble the exhaust system. Lint can become caught in the screen, on the screws or rivets, clogging the duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as increasing drying times. Use an approved vent hood to terminate the duct outdoors, and seal all joints with duct tape. All male duct pipe fittings

MUST

be installed downstream with

the flow of air.

EXPLOSION HAZARD.

Do not install the dryer where gasoline or other flammables are kept or stored. If the dryer is installed in a garage,

it must be a minimum of 18″ (45.7 cm) above

the floor. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire or burns.

Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust system, especially at turns. Inspect and clean at least once per year.

Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.

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Exhaust System Requirements

Exhausting the dryer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

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Replace brass connecting pipe that is not plastic-coated. Stainless steel or plastic-coated brass

MUST

be used.

WARNING:

Never reuse old flexible connectors. The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury. Always use

NEW

flexible

connectors when installing a gas appliance.

Installation

MUST

conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition).

The gas supply line should be of 1/2″ (1.27 cm)

rigid pipe.

If codes allow, flexible metal tubing may be used to connect your dryer to the gas supply line. The tubing

MUST

be constructed of stainless steel or

plastic-coated brass.

The gas supply line

MUST

have an individual

shutoff valve.

A 1/8″ (0.32 cm) NPT minimum plugged

tapping, accessible for test gauge connection,

MUST

be installed immediately upstream of the

gas supply connection to the dryer.

The dryer and its individual shutoff valve

MUST

be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

The dryer

MUST

be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the

gas supply piping system at test pressures

equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

Exhaust Direction

All dryers are shipped set up for rear exhausting. On electric dryers, exhausting can be on the cabinet right or left side, or through the dryer bottom. Gas dryers can exhaust on the cabinet right side or the dryer bottom. To change exhaust direction you will need Exhaust Kit, Pub. No. 14-A018 and a rigid

metal 4″ 90 degree elbow. The kit is available through

your GE retailer. Follow the instructions supplied with the kit.

Gas Supply Requirements

MAXIMUM LENGTH

of 4“ (10.2 cm) Dia. RIGID METAL DUCT

PREFERRED VENT HOOD TYPE

0 60’ (18.28 m) 48’ (14.63 m) 1 52’ (15.84 m) 40’ (12.19 m) 2 44’ (13.41 m) 32’ (9.75 m) 3 32’ (9.75 m) 24’ (7.31 m) 4 28’ (8.53 m) 16’ (4.87 m)

Exhaust Ducting Length

The exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned at least once a year with normal usage. The more the dryer is used, the more often you should check the exhaust system and vent hood for proper operation.

If roof vents or louvered plenums are used, they must

be equivalent to a 4″ dampered wall cap in regard to

resistance to airflow, prevention of back drafts and maintenance required to prevent clogging.

•

DO NOT

assemble the duct work with fasteners that extend into the duct. They will serve as collection points for lint.

• Ductwork which runs through an unheated area or

is near an air conditioning duct should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint build-up.

4” (10.2 cm) Louvered

4”

(10.2 cm)

Number of

90° turns

2.5”

(6.35

cm)

MAXIMUM LENGTH

of 4“ (10.2 cm) Dia.

FLEXIBLE METAL DUCT

PREFERRED VENT HOOD TYPE

0 30’ (9.14 m) 18’ (5.49 m) 1 22’ (6.71 m) 14’ (4.27 m) 2 14’ (4.27 m) 10’ (3.05 m) 3 not recommended

4” (10.2 cm) Louvered

4”

(10.2 cm)

Number of

90° turns

2.5”

(6.35

cm)

CORRECT

INCORRECT

INSTALL MALE FITTINGS IN

CORRECT DIRECTION

Same as other side

EXHAUST DUCT LOCATING

DIMENSIONS

3-3/4″(9.5 cm)

13-1/2″

(34 cm)

4-3/8″

(11 cm)

5-7/8″

(15 cm)

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Do Not Install the Dryer:

Do not install the dryer

in an area exposed to

dripping water or outside weather conditions.

Do not install the dryer

in an area where it will come in contact with curtains, drapes, or anything that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

Do not install the dryer

on carpet.

Floor

MUST

be solid with a maximum slope

of 1″ (2.54 cm).

Installation in Recess or Closet

This dryer MUST be exhausted outdoors.

No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet as the

GAS DRYER.

Your dryer needs the space around it for proper ventilation.

DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER IN

A CLOSET WITH A SOLID DOOR.

Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and must contain a minimum of 60 sq. in. of open area equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 sq. in. of open area equally distributed. Air openings are required to be unobstructed when a door is installed. A louvered door with equivalent air openings for the full length of the door is acceptable.

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation:

FRONT SIDES REAR* TOP

1″(2.54 cm) 0 (0 cm) 1″ (2.54 cm) 15″ (38.1 cm)

* Additional rear clearance may be required depending

on the ducting installation.

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0" (0 cm)

1" (2.54 cm)

15" (38.1 cm)

60 sq. in. (387.1 sq. cm)

Closet door

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Rough-In Dimensions

Dryer

MUST

be exhausted outside (outdoors, not beneath the mobile home) using metal ducting that will not support combustion. Metal ducting

must be 4″ (10.16 cm) in diameter with no

obstructions. Rigid metal duct is preferred.

If dryer is exhausted through the floor, the exhaust system

MUST NOT

terminate beneath the

mobile home. Termination

MUST

be securely

fastened to the mobile home structure.

When installing a dryer into a mobile home, a provision must be made for outside make-up air. Provide an opening with a free area of at least 25 square inches for introduction of outside air into the dryer room.

Gas dryers

MUST

be fastened to the floor using Mobile Home Installation Kit Pub. No. 14-D346-33.

See the

Exhaust System Requirements

section

for other important venting information.

Installation

MUST

conform to current Manufactured Home Construction & Safety Standard (which is a Federal Regulation Title 24 CFR—Part 32–80) or, when such standard is not applicable, with American National Standard for Mobile Homes, ANSI/NFPA No. 501B.

The dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1

for HOME USE only.

Mobile Home Installation

26 7/8″

(68.3 cm)

47 1/2″

(120.7 cm)

43 5/8″

(110.7 cm)

2 9/16″ (6.5 cm)

13 1/2″

(34.4 cm)

36″

(91.5 cm)

Door open

90˚

4 3/8″

(11.1 cm)

Optional

vent knockout

27″

(68.6 cm)

Electrical connection

3/8″(0.96 cm) Dia. gas pipe

1″(2.54 cm)

3 3/4″ (9.5 cm)

3 3/4″

(9.5 cm)

REAR VIEW

SIDE VIEW

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Servicing – Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearances for installation and servicing.

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DANGER:

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Grounding must be in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70.

For a grounded, cord-connected electric dryer:

The dryer

MUST

be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by creating a path of least resistance for electrical current.

If your dryer is equipped with a power supply cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug, the plug

MUST

be plugged into an appropriate, copper-wired receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

If in doubt, call a licensed electrician.

For a permanently-connected electric dryer:

■ The dryer

MUST

be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipmentgrounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipmentgrounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

For a cord-connected gas dryer:

■ This dryer is equipped with a three-prong

(grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

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Installing the dryer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

WARNING:

The following are specific requirements for proper and safe electrical installation of your dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical shock and/or a fire hazard.

WARNING:

This appliance

MUST

be properly grounded. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Follow the instructions in this manual for proper grounding.

WARNING: DO NOT

use an extension cord with this dryer. Some extension cords are not designed to withstand the amounts of electrical current this dryer utilizes and can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard. Locate the dryer within reach of the wall outlet, taking into account the length of power cord to be purchased and allowing some slack in the cord. Refer to

Electrical

Requirements

in this manual for the proper

power cord to be purchased.

WARNING:

A UL-approved strain relief must be installed onto power cord. If the strain relief is not attached, the cord can be pulled out of the dryer and can be cut by any movement of the cord, resulting in electrical shock.

WARNING: Use copper receptacles only.

NOTE:

Dryers operating on 208-volt power supply will have longer drying times than those operating on 240-volt power supply.

A wiring diagram is located inside the control panel.

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Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer upper corner.

Install a UL-approved strain relief into the power cord entry hole of the mounting bracket. Use a strain relief which attaches to the mounting bracket with a nut. Finger-tighten the nut only at this time.

Thread a UL-approved 30A, 240V, 3 #10 AWG minimum copper conductor power cord through the strain relief.

Attach the power cord neutral (center wire) conductor to the silver-colored center terminal on the terminal block. Tighten the screw securely.

Attach the remaining two power cord outer conductors to the outer brass-colored terminals on the terminal block. Tighten both screws securely.

WARNING:

Do not make a sharp bend or

crimp wiring/conductor at connections.

Reattach the strain relief mounting bracket to the back of the dryer with two screws. Tighten screws securely.

Tighten the fasteners securing the cord restraint firmly against the power cord.

Tighten the strain relief nut securely so that the strain relief does not turn.

Reinstall the terminal block access cover.

4-Wire System for Electric Dryers—MUST be used for Mobile Home Installations

Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer upper corner.

Install a UL-approved strain relief in the entry hole of the mounting bracket. Use a strain relief which attaches to the mounting bracket with a nut. Finger-tighten the nut only at this time.

Remove the green neutral ground wire from the green ground screw located above the terminal block.

Thread a UL-approved 30A, 240V, 4 #10 AWG minimum copper conductor power cord through the strain relief.

Attach the green power cord ground wire to the cabinet with the green ground screw.

Attach the white (neutral) power cord conductor from the power cord and the green ground wire from the dryer harness to the silvercolored center terminal on the terminal block. Tighten the screw securely.

Attach the red and black power cord conductors to the outer brass-colored terminals on the terminal block.

WARNING:

Do not make a sharp bend or

crimp wiring/conductor at the connections.

Tighten the fasteners securing the cord

restraint firmly against the power cord.

Tighten the strain relief nut securely so the

strain relief does not turn.

Reinstall the terminal block access cover.

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Green ground screw

Silver terminal

Nut

Tighten nut to these threads

Power cord

Strain relief

mounting bracket

Green neutral ground wire

Green ground screw

Green neutral ground wire

Red

White

Black

Terminal block

Silver terminal

Green power cord ground wire

Nut

Tighten nut to these threads

Power cord

Strain relief mounting

bracket

Typical 4 conductor receptacle

Black 240V

White neutral

Red 240V

Green ground

Typical 4 conductor cord

Use copper conductors only.

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Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of the dryer.

NOTE: DO NOT

connect the dryer to LP gas service without converting the gas valve. An LP conversion kit (Pub. No. 14-A038)

MUST

be installed by

a qualified gas technician.

Connect a 1/2″ (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid

or approved pipe from gas supply line to

the 3/8″ (0.96 cm) pipe located on the back of the dryer. Use a 1/2″ to 3/8″ (1.27 cm to

0.96 cm) reducer for a connection. Apply an approved thread sealer that is resistant to the corrosive action of liquefied gases on all pipe connections.

Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line.

Test all connections by brushing on a soapy water solution.

CAUTION: NEVER TEST FOR GAS LEAKS WITH AN OPEN FLAME.

NOTE:

On gas dryers, before the burner will light, it is necessary for the gas line to be bled of air. If the burner does not light within 45 seconds the first time the dryer is turned on, the safety switch will shut the burner off. If this happens, turn the timer to

OFF

and wait 5 minutes before making another

attempt to light.

Before Operating the Dryer

Connect the exhaust duct to outside exhaust system. Use duct tape to seal all joints.

With the dryer in its final position, adjust one or more of the legs until the dryer is resting solidly on all four legs. Place a level on top of the dryer.

THE DRYER MUST BE LEVEL AND RESTING SOLIDLY ON ALL FOUR LEGS.

Turn the lock nuts

on each of the four legs up toward the base of

the dryer and snug with a 1/2″ open-end

wrench.

Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.

NOTE:

Check to ensure the power is off at circuit breaker/fuse box before plugging the power cord into the outlet.

Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/ fuse box.

CAUTION:

Before operating the dryer, make sure the dryer area is clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors. Also see that nothing (such as boxes, clothing, etc.) obstructs the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

Run the dryer through a cycle check for proper operation.

If your dryer does not operate, please review the

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section in this manual before

calling for service.

Place these instructions in a location near the dryer for future reference.

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Installing the dryer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

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Reversing the Dryer Door Swing

Open the dryer door. Remove the 4 hinge hole plugs or screws from the left side of door opening. Place nearby for future installation.

NOTE:

You may need a plastic knife to help pull

out the plugs. Be careful not to scratch the paint.

Remove the four screws that secure the door hinges to the dryer front panel.

NOTE:

Remove 1 screw from each of the 2 hinges first. Hold the door firmly before removing the last 2 screws.

Rotate the door 180° and reinstall the door hinges to the dryer front panel with the 4 screws.

Install the 4 hinge hole plugs or screws that were removed in step 1 into the open screw holes on the right side of the door opening.

Replacement Parts

If replacement parts are needed for your dryer, visit

GEAppliances.com

, or call

GE Parts and Accessories

at 800.626.2002 or contact an authorized parts supplier.

WARNING:

Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place all materials in a garbage container or make materials inaccessible to children.

WARNING:

The instructions in the manual and all other literature included with this dryer are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe practice and caution

MUST

be applied when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

Remove 4 screws—one from each hinge first

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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 • Check the household Distribution Panel fuse/circuit is tripped breaker box in your home, and replace fuse or reset

breaker.

NOTE:

Electric dryers use two fuses or breakers.

Thermal limiter tripped • Check the vent for any obstructions. Call authorized

service person for replacement if necessary.

Dryer doesn’t heat

Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the fuse/circuit breaker box in your home, is tripped; the dryer may tumble and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. but not heat Your dryer may tumble if only one fuse is blown or

one breaker tripped.

Gas service is off • Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are

fully open.

LP gas supply tank is empty • Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility or there has been a utility service is restored. interruption of natural gas (gas models)

Dryer shakes or

Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs

makes noise

Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even.

Greasy spots on clothes

Improper use of fabric softener • Follow directions on fabric softener package.

Drying dirty items with • Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can clean ones stain clean items and the dryer.

Clothes were not • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the completely clean 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 to

LESS DRY

Synthetics, permanent press • Try a fabric softener. and blends can cause static

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Inconsistent

Type of heat • Automatic drying times will vary according to the type

drying times

of heat used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.

Clothes take

Improper sorting • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally,

too long to dry

a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).

Large loads of heavy fabrics • Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take (like 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 •Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Since most dryers circuit breaker use two fuses or 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. Select a

LESS DRY

setting.

Letting items sit in dryer • Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang after cycle ends immediately.

Clothes shrink

Some fabrics will naturally shrink • To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. when washed. Others can be safely washed, but will shrink

• Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying.

in the dryer

• If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular

item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it.

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For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:

One Year Any part

of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this

From the date of the full one-year warranty,

GE will also provide,

free of charge,

all labor and in-home service to

original purchase

replace the defective part.

■Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the

product.

■Improper installation.

■Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

■Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

■Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or

acts of God.

■Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible

defects with this appliance.

What GE Will Not Cover:

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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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).

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

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Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

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