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Safetg instructions ........ 2-5

Operating Instructions

Control Panels ................ 6-8

Cycle Options ................ 9, !0

Dryer Features ................. !0

Loading and Using

the Dryer .................... 16, 17

Reversing the Door Swing .... 11-15

Stacking ................... 19-22

Venting the Dryer .............. 18

Troubleshooting Tips .... 23-25

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ............. 28

Warranty ..................... 27

DBVH520 DCVH515

DCVH640

DCVHg60 DHDVH52 DHDVH66

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # Serial #

They are on the label on the front of the drger behind

the door.

175D1807P606 49-90338 !O-07JR

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 flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Installation end service must be performed by o qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

WHAT TO DO IF VOU 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.

California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act

Thisact requiresthe governor ofCaliforniato publisha list of substancesknownto the stateto causecancer,

birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businessesto warn customers of potential exposure

to such substances. Gasappliances can causeminor exposure to four of these substances,namelu benzene,carbon monoxide,

formaldehyde and soot, caused primarilu bg the incomplete combustion of natural gasor LPfuels.

[] 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.

Properluadjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposureto these substances can be minimized

further bg properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

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PROPERINSTALLATION

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. tf blou did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you con receive one bg

visiting ge.com, or bg coiling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

[] Properly ground dryer to conform with all

governing codesand ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

[] Install or store where it will not be exposed

to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weathen

[] Connect to a properly rated,protected and sized

power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

[] Removethe colored protective film from both

the control panel andthe doon

[] Removeall sharp packing items and dispose

of all shipping materials properly.

[] Do not remove the vent protector from the back

of the dryer (onsome models).

[] Pullthe protector out and down to its lowest

position and connect the exhaust duct to the dryer

Thelowered protector will prevent the duct from getting crushed (onsome models).

Exhaust/Ducting:

ITI DryersMUSTbe exhausted to the outside to

prevent large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room.

I_] Useonly rigid metal orflexible metal 4" diameter L_J

ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside. USEOFPLASTICOR

OTHERCOMBUSTIBLEDUCTWORKCANCAUSE A FIRE.PUNCTUREDDUCTWORKCANCAUSEA

FIREIFITCOLLAPSESORBECOMESOTHERWISE RESTRICTEDIN USEORDURINGINSTALLATION.

Forcomplete details, follow the Installation Instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

,&,WARNING!

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

• Keepthe area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials

(lint,paper,rags, etc.),gasoline, chemicals and other flammable vapors and liquids.

• Keepthe floor around your appliances clean and dry to reducethe possibility of slipping.

• Closesupervision is necessary if this appliance is usedby or nearchildren. Do not allow childrento

play on,with or insidethisor any other appliance.

WHEN USING YOUR DRYER

• Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving. Beforeloading, unloading oradding

clothes,wait until the drum has completely stopped.

• Clean the lint filter before each load to preventlint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room.

DONOTOPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUT THELINT FILTERIN PLACE.

• Do not wash or dry articlesthat have been cleaned in,washed in,soaked in or spotted

with combustible or explosivesubstances (suchas wax,oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers,

dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene,etc.)which may ignite or explode.Do not add these substances

to the wash water. Donot useor placethese substances around your washer or dryer during

operation.

• Do not place items exposed to cooking oilsin 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

(suchas 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 asacetone, denatured alcohol,

gasoline,kerosene,some household cleaners, some spot removers,turpentines, waxes, wax removers

and products containing petroleum distillates.

• Keep all laundry aids(suchas detergents, bleaches,etc.)out of the reach of children,

preferably in a locked cabinet. Observeall warnings on container labelsto avoid injury.

• Never climb on or stand onthe dryer top.

• The laundry processcan reduce the flame retardancy offabrics. Toavoid 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. Somerubber materials,when heated, can under

certain circumstances producefire by spontaneous combustion.

• Do not store plastic,paper or clothing that may burn or melt ontop of the dryer during operation.

• Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not TumbleDry (suchas lifejackets containing kapok)

must not be put in your dryer.

• Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer. Skinirritation could result from the remaining

particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent dryer uses.

• To minimizethe possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect

the dryer at the building'sdistribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit

breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning (exceptthe removal and cleaning ofthe

lint filter).NOTE:PressingSTART,STOPor POWER doesNOTdisconnect the appliance from the power

supply.

WHEN USING YOUR DRYER(cont.)

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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 insidethe dryer should be cleaned

at least oncea gear bga qualified technician. Seethe Loadingand Usingthe Dryer section.

• If yours isa gas dryer,it isequipped with an automatic electric ignition and does not have

a pilot light.DO NOTATTEMPTTOLIGHTWITHA MATCH.Burnsmay result from having your hand

in the vicinitg ofthe burner when the automatic ignition turns on.

• Youmag wish to soften gour laundered fabrics

WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER

• Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance to avoid damage to the cord while

pulling. Placethe cord awag from traffic areas so itwill not be stepped on,tripped over or

subjected to damage.

• Before discarding adrger,or removing it from

• Do not tamper with controls.

or reduce the static electricitg in them bgusing a dryer-applied fabric softeneror an anti-static

conditioneEWe recommend you use either a fabric softener inthe wash cgcle,according

to the manufacturer's instructions for those products, or try a drger-added product for which

the manufacturer giveswritten assurance on the package that their product can be safely

used in your dryer.Serviceor performance problems caused bg useof these products

are the responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under

the warrantg to this appliance,

service,remove the drger doorto prevent children from hiding inside.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace ang part of this applianceor attempt ang servicingunless

specificallyrecommended in this Owner's Manual or in publisheduser-repairinstructions that you

understand and have the skillsto carrg out.

READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY. SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the drger control panel.

You con locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.

Model DHDVH52, DHDVH66

Model DCVH515, DCVH660

Model DCVH640

Model DBVH520

Power

Press to "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to put the dryer in the standby mode.

NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

e Dry Cycles

The dry cycle controls the length and tumble speed of the drying process. The chart below will help you match the dry setting with the loads.

Sensor Cycles

COTTONS For cottons and most linens.

MIXED LOAD For loads consisting of cottons and polg-blends.

EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permanent press items.

ACTIVE WEAR Clothing worn for active sports exercise and some casual wear Fabrics include new

technology finishes and stretch fibers such as Spandex.

DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

DRYEU" Designed for use with the DRYEU" "drg clean only" fabric care system. See product

package for directions. For questions or issues related to use and performance of DRYELT", see the Website at: www.drgel.com.

SPEED DRY For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sports or school uniforms.

Can also be used if the previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands.

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Timed Dry Cycles

DEWRINKLE For removing wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp. This cycle is not

WARM UP Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes. AIR FLUFF Use this feature to tumble items without heat.

Mg Cycle (on some models)

MY CYCLE Press to use, create or modify custom dry cycles.

Timed Dry

Use to set your own dry time. TIMED DRYis also recommended for small loads.

To use TIMED DRY:

2.. Turn dry cycle dial to TIMED DRY.

2. Select the drying time by pressing the + and - buttons.

3. Select the DRY TEMP.

4. Close the dooE

5. Press START.

Sensor Dry Level

The sensor continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load. When the moisture in your

recommended for delicate fabrics.

clothes reaches your selected dry level, the dryer will stop.

MORE DRY Use for heavy or mixed type of fabrics.

DRY Use for normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle

for energy saving.

LESS DRY Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).

DAMP For leaving items partially damp.

About the dryer control panel.

O Dry Temp

You can change the temperature of your dry cgcle.

ANTI-BACTERIAL

(on some models)

HIGH For regular to heavy cottons.

MEDIUM For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press.

LOW For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low.

EXTRA LOW For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

(on some models)

O START

Press to start a dry cycle. If the dryer is running, press it once and it will pause the drgeE

NO HEAT Can only be used with TIMED DRY.

This option may only be used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. This option reduces certain types of bacteria by 99.9%, including: Stophglococcus oureus, Pseudomonos oeruginoso and Klebsiello pneumonioe*. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is used during u portion of this drying cycle.

NOTE: Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics. * The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is Certified by NSF International {formerly Notional Sanitation

Foundation) to NSF Protocol P154 Sonitizotion Performance of Residentiol Clothes Dryers.

S mitJz_do_l Perfbrmailcu ol

Residential (_]othcs Dryers

NSF Protocol PI54 ]

Press it again to restart the dry cycle.

My Cycle tonsomemodels)

Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall.

These custom settings can be set while a cycle is in progress.

Tostore a MY CYCLEcombination of settings: /.. Select your drying cycle.

2. Change DRYTEMP and SENSORDRYLEVELsettings to fit gout needs.

3. Select any drying OPTIONSyou want.

4. Press and hold the _ pad for three seconds to store gout selection. A beep will sound and the pad will light up.

Torecall your stored IvlVCYCLEcombination: Press the IvlVCYCLEbutton before drying a load.

Tochange your stored IVlVCYCLEcombination: Follow steps 1-4 in "To store a MYCYCLEcombination of settings'.

"CLEAN LINT FILTER" (message)

(This message represents only a reminden) After the POWERbutton is pressed, the "CLEAN LINT FILTER" message could appear if the previous

cycle was not finished.

This message will disappear after the STARTbutton is pressed. Eventhough you have already cleaned

the filter (before or after the POWERbutton has been pressed), the "CLEAN LINT FILTER" message will still be displayed until the STARTbutton is activated.

About cycle options.

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

Extend Tumble

Minimizeswrinkles by adding approximately 60 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes

are dry. The beeper will sound every 2 minutes to remind you to remove

the clothes.TheESTIMATEDTIMEREMAINING

display will show 00.

Damp Alert (on some models)

This option causesthe dryer to beep when

clothes have driedto a damp level.Remove itemsthat you wish to hang dry.TheDAMP

ALERTwillonly beep when this option is

selected.

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Removingclothes and hanging them when they are damp can reducethe need to iron

some items.

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Signal

Alerts you that the cycle is complete.

The beeper will continue to sound every

two minutes for the next 6minutes, until the clothes have been removed.The clothes

should be removed when the beeper goes off so wrinkles don't set in.

Delag Start

Useto delay the start of your dryer

1. Chooseyour dry cycle and any options.

2. PressDELAYSTART.Youcan change the delay time in 1 hour increments using

the + or - arrow pads.

& Pressthe STARTpad to start

the countdown.

Thecountdown time will be shown in the ESTIMATEDTIMEREMAININGdisplay.

PressSIGNALto select low, medium or high volume,orto turn the beeper off.

NOTES:

• tf the door is opened while the dryer is in DELAY,the countdown time will not restart unless the door is closed and

STARThas been pressed again.

• Youcon delobl the start of a dry chicle up to 18 hours for models DCVH515, DHDVH52, DCVH660,DCVH640,

DHDVH66 and up to 10 hours for model DBVH520.

About cycle options. NOTE:Noto11 eoturesoreavailableono11dryermodels.

Lock

You can lock the controls to prevent any

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selections from being made. Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle.

Children cannot occidentally start the dryer bg touching pods with this option selected.

Estimated Time Remaining

Displaysthe approximate time remaining untilthe end of the cycle,

Asthe cycle begins,you will see an initial approximate total cycle time in the display,

Thenlights will "race" in the display, This

means the dryer iscontinuously monitoring

My Cycle (on some models)

Tolock the dryer,pressand hold the lock icon for 3 seconds.To unlock the dryer, pressand

hold the lock icon for 3 seconds.

Theicon of the lock nextto the timer will light

up when the controls are locked.

the amount of moisture in the load. Thelights will continue untilthe dryer senses

a low levelof moisture in the load.At that

point, the dryer will calculate and display

the approximate time remaining.

Tosave a favorite cycle, setthe desired settings and hold down the MYCYCLEbutton

for 3 seconds.A beep willsound to indicate the cycle has beensaved.

Touse your custom cycle,press the MYCYCLEbutton beforedrying a load,

About dryer features.

Tochange the saved cycle, setthe desired settings and holddown the MYCYCLEbutton

for 3 seconds. Seepage 8 for more details.

Drum Lamp

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. Removethe bulb and replace with the same size bulb.

Drying Rack (onsomemodels)

A handy drying rack may be used for drying delicate items such as washable sweaters. Place items flat on the drying rack and block such items as wool

sweaters and delicate fabrics. Dry with low heat.

To install the drying rack, pull up the lint filter slightly. Insert the drying rack

into the slots, then push the filter back down.

NOTE:

• The drying rack must be used with the TIMED DRVor RACKDRV (on some models) cycles.

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

Reversing the door swing, ge.com

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Readthe instructions all the woy through before storting,

• Handle parts carefullu to avoid scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors.

• Normal completion time to reverse the door swing is 30-60 minutes.

TOOLSYOUWILLNEED

Adjustable Crescent Wrench

IMPORTANT:Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is

completed.

These instructions are for changing

the hinges from the right side to the left side-if 9ou ever want to switch them

back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all references

to the left and right,

Puttg Knife or

Phillips Head Screwdriver

Thin-Blade

Screwdriver

DOOR PARTS

Hinge Assemblg

Cover

Nut (#8} - 2

Plastic Cover

Washer- 2

Large Tapping

Screw (#10) - 6

STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS

Before You Stort

1. Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet.

Tapping Screw (#8) - 2 Machine Screw (#8} - 6

Reversing the door swing.

STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)

Remove Door Assemblg

L 2. Open the door to approximately 90 degrees. Remove the 4 screws starting

from the bottom to the top. Make sure the door is supported while removing the screws.

Remove the four screws

3. Loosen the top screw as shown. Unhook the door by lifting and pulling as shown bg the arrows.

4. Lag the door down on a soft protected flat surface so that the inner part faces upward (door resting on the handle side).

2 #8 Machine Screws 6 #10

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5. Remove the 6 large tapping screws (#10)located around the perimeter

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of the door outlining the gasket, and the 2 machine screws (#8) on the hinge side.

6. With the screws removed, turn the door over and separate the silver cover part of the door from the door frame and set aside.

7. Unlock the 4tabs on the plastic cover and separate the plastic cover from the frame.

NOTE: Disregard the "DO NOT REMOVE" label on the plastic cover.

STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)

Remove Hinge

IMPORTANT:Note the location of the hinge (left or right) before removing.

&With the door frame part of the door laid down on a protected soft surface,

remove the hinge cover by removing the 2 tapping screws (#8) that fasten it to the frame. The hinge cover is located at the opposite side of the hinge

assembly,

9.Remove the 2 nuts, washers and the 2 machine screws (#8).

lO.Remove the hinge assembly bg removing the 2 machine screws (#8)that

fasten it to the frame. Pull the hinge assembly out and set it aside.

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Reinstall Hinge Assembly

ll. Place the hinge assembly in the opposite side of the dooE Align the hinge

holes with the door holes.

12. Loosely fasten the hinge assembly to the edge using 2 machine screws (#8).

13.Hold the door on its side with one hand and fasten the remaining 2 screws as shown. Then tighten the 2 screws (#8) holding the hinge assembly.

Reversing the door swing.

STEP-BW STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)

Reinstall Nuts and Hinge Cover

14.Place the door on its edge. Assemble the 2 machine screws (#8),washers

and nuts. Tighten using a wrench and screwdriveE

15.Place the hinge cover in position Align the hinge cover holes with the holes in the door

16. Secure the hinge cover with the 2 tapping screws (#8)

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Door

" Door

TODof Door

Reassemble Door Assembly

IMPORTANT:Make sure there is no dirt or ang other foreign material in between the window panes.

17.Place the plastic cover onto the inner door and lock in place with the 4 tabs.

18. Place the outer door onto the inner doon

STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)

Reassemble Door Assembly kont.)

19.After reversing door, there will be a mismatch between the outer door and the inner door.

Make sure that the handle part of the outer door is opposite the hinge, as shown.

20.Turn the door over and fasten the outer door to the inner door using the 6 large tapping screws (#10).

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Partiallg Inserted o

Screw

Tighten All

Move Strike Bracket

2./..Using a puttg knife or ang other flat tool, remove the 5 plastic screw caps located on the drger where the door will be installed and install them on

the opposite side.

22.Switch the strike bracket and its cover on the opposite side bg removing the screws; then reinstall both on the opposite side.

Reinstall Door Assembly

23.The door is now readg to be installed on the drger. To ease this step, the hinge has kegholes that allow a partiallg fastened screw to be used

as a hook. Partiallg fasten a screw to the uppermost screw hole. Hook the door onthe

partiallg fastened screw. Fasten the hinge bg installing the other 4 screws and tightening the partiallg

fastened screw above.

Loadingand using the drger.

Alwags follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

FabricCareLabels

Below are fabric care label "sgmbols" that affect the clothing gou will be laundering.

WASH LABELS

wash m m

cycle Normal p.......... t Press/ GentleI/ Do not wastl Do not wring

Front load Categorg Water Temperature Temperature Control target water TapCold Inlet Water Temperature Not used

temperature Warm 40°C/105°F Used

DRY LABELS

wrinkle resistant delicate Hand wash

Target Automatic

Cold 27°C/80°F Used

Hot 50°C/120°F Used Sanitize 70°C/160°F Used

dry Donotdry

setting

Dry Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ Do not tumble dry (used with

High Medium Low No heat/air

wrinkle resistant delicate do not wash)

D D 171

Line dry/ Drip dry Dryfiat In the shade

hang to dry

BLEACH LABELS

r-1 Fo-1Fo-1FO--1

SylIIuOIS Any bleach Only ....... hlorine bleach Do not bleach

Sorting and Loading Hints

(when needed) (when needed)

Asa general rule, if clothes are sorted properlg for the washer, theg are sorted properlg

for the drgen Trg also to sort items according to size. For example, do not drg a sheet with socks or other

small items.

Do not add fabric softener sheetsonce the load has become warm. Theg mug cause fabric softener

stains. Bounce®Fabric Conditioner Drger Sheetshave been approved for use in all GEDryers when used

in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Do not overload. Thiswastes energg and causes wrinkling.

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

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

Careand Cleaningof the Dryer

TheExterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust

compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover

products. Apply these products away from the dryer. Thefabric may then be washed and

dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by these products is not covered by your warranty.

TheLint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use.

Pull out the lint filter. Moisten your fingers and

remove the captured lint. Once clean, slidethe filter

back into position. Have a qualified technician vacuum

the lint from the dryer once a year.

NEVER OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS FILTER IN PLACE.

A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time.

Follow these steps:

_1 Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting

E_ Disconnect the duct from the dryer. E_ Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment

TheExhaust Hood: Checkwith a mirror that the inside flapsof the hood move freely when

operating. Hake surethat there is no wildlife (birds,insects,etc.) nesting inside the duct

or hood.

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the plug from the wall socket.

and reconnect the duct.

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