GE DDE41OOSDDE4IO7S Use and Care Manual

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, Operating Instructions, Tips
Cycle Settings
Energy-Saving Tips ........................................5
Loading Operating the
Permanent Press Drying Tips........6, 11, 12
Sorting Clothes ...,......................................6, 7
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Care and Cleaning
Dryer
Exhaust..................................................8
Drum
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Exterior..............................................................8
Lint
Filter...........................................................8
Storing the
User Maintenance instructions ..................8
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Appliance Registration Important Phone Numbers 15
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
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Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dryer properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone
Consumer Affairs GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225
To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer
800.626.2000 consumer information service.
WA~NG: the
number:)
Center@
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to
risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of
Save time and money.
Before you request service . . . check the Problem Solver section. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
If you received a damaged dryer...
Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the dryer.
Para
obtener espafiol
GE Answer Center”,
informaci6n para el consumidor, te16fono
la
versi6n
de
este
manual,
800.626.2000.
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Write down the model and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door.
These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your dryer. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dryer.
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not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
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not try to light any appliance.
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not touch any electrid switch;
use
do not
any phone in your
appfiance.
S~LL GAS
butiding.
tiediately caM
neighbor’s phone. instructions.
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you cannot reach your gas supplier,
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the
—Instigation and service must be performed
by a qualified the gas
Clear the room,
butiding
or area of
d Ncupants.
All drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
If you need service
obtain service, see the
‘To
Consumer Services page in the back of this book.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.
First, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will
NEXT, if you are write all the details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225
solve
the problem.
still
not pleased,
your gas supplier from a
fire
department.
instier, service agency or
supptier.
FINALLY, if your problem
is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer 20 North
Chicago, IL 60606
FOMOW
the gas
Action Panel
Wacker
supptier’s
Drive
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement 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
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryers to the outdoors.
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fuels.
Warning-To reduce the risk of fire,
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—Wperly
—Locate where the temperature is above
—Connect to a properly rated, protected
electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
this appliance only for i% intended
purpose
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as described in this Use and Care Book.
This dryer must be properly installed
t,
and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it
is used.
Instructions sheet with your dryer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center”,
800.626.2000.
If you did
not
receive an Installation
ground to conform with
a~
governing codes and ordinances.
FOUOW
details in Installation Instructions.
50°F,
(lO°C,)
for satisfactory operation
control system. Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
and sized power supply circuit
electrical overload.
of the dryer
to avoid
—Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY
RECOMMENDED
of moisture room. Carefully follow the Exhausting Details in the Installation
and lint
to prevent large amounts
from being blown into the
bstructions.
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appliance.
Do not repair or replace any
part of the
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recommended in this Use and Care Book or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills
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or junction of cord and the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
To
Mitimize
of a
Fire
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Exhaust
any servicing unless
When disconnecting this appliance
pull by the plug rather than the
J
to avoid damage to the cord
cord
the Possibility
Hazard
Duct+ee
apptiance
plug.
or attempt
specificaHy
to
carry out.
Make sure that
Installation Instructions. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4“ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside.
PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A ~RE IF IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED ~ USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.
Do
not dry articles containing rubber, plastic, or
similar materials
shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, etc.) as these bum. Also, some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion.
Do not store items that may bum or melt
(such as clothing, paper material, plastics or plastic containers, etc.) on top of the dryer during operation.
(such as padded bras, tennis
materi~s
USE OF
FfRE.
may melt or
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next page)
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WORTANT SAFEH
(continued)
Garments labeled “Dry Away from Heat”
(such as life jackets containing Kapok) must not be put in your dryer.
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substancw degreasers,
etc.) which may these substances to the wash water. Do not use these substances around your washer dryer during operation.
Any article on which you have used a cleaning
solvent, or which 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 all traces of these their fumes 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.
Do not wash or dry articles
that have been cleaned in, washed
in,
soaked in, or spotted
with combustible or explosive
(such as wax, paint, gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene,
ignite
or explode. Do not add
antior
fiammable
liquids or solids and
mSTRUCTIONS
To Minimize the Possibility of Injury
Never
drum is moving.
or adding clothes, wait until the drum has completely stopped.
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Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer.
Skin irritation could result from the remaining glass particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent dryer uses.
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appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing materials properly. Before discarding a dryer, or removing from service, remove the door of the dryer compartment.
reach
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To avoid
into the dryer while the
Before loading, unloading
The laundry process can reduce
the flame
manufacturer’s care instructions should be followed very carefully.
Close
if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, on, or with this appliance or any discarded
retardancy
sucha
result, the garment
of fabrics.
supervision is necessary
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the dryer or in the room. DO NOT
Clean the lint filter before each
to prevent
tint
accumulation inside
load
OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT
IN
FILTER
Keep the area around and underneath your
PLACE.
appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials,
such as lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc.
The interior of the machine and the exhaust
duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned periodically by a
qual~led
individual.
Keep all laundry aids (such
as detergents, bleaches, fabric
w
m
n
softeners, etc.) out of the of children,
preferably in a locked
-ch
cabinet. Observe all warnings on
container labels to avoid personal injury.
Keep the floor around your appliances clean
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
To minimize the possibility of electric
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shock,
power supply before attempting any
unplug this appliance from the
maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and
cleaning of the lint filter).
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
/
0
*
Do not tamper with the controls.
knob to an 0~ position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
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Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with an
automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot light.
DO NOT
A~EM~
TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. Bums may result from having your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic ignition may turn on.
Dryer-applied Fabric Softeners or Anti-static Conditioners
You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them.
We recommend you use either a fabric softener in the wash cycle, according 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 the use of these products are the responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under the warranty of this appliance.
to
the manufacturer’s
SAVE
~STRUCTIONS
ENERGY-SAVING
Sort clothes by weight so you won’t have to run
one or two heavier, slower-drying items.
Do not overload your dryer. For efficient drying, clothes need
to tumble freely.
Remove garments promptly at the end of the drying cycle and place
on hangers.
Dry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a “warm” dryer
will save energy.
“ Clean
Clean the dryer exhaust
the dryer lint filter each time you dry.
ducting
exhaust can lengthen drying time.
at least once a year. A partially clogged
an
extra cycle
for
T~SE
TWS
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HOW TO
OPEMTE
Features
and
appearances
YOUR DRYER
may
vary slightly
WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
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Check the Lint Filter
Clean the lint filter each time the dryer is used. Always be sure the lint filter
is in place. Don’t use the dryer without it. See Care and Cleaning section.
Sort and Load the Clothes
Good sorting for the dryer begins at the washer. Generally, if clothes are
sorted correctly for washing, they’re sorted correctly How to Sort the Clothes section. your load, set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics and remove when dry. Reset controls for the remaining heavier fabrics.
If
you do mix various types of fabrics in
for
drying. See the
Set the Controls
See the Suggested Fabric and Drying Selections guide.
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Cycle Selector.
Turn the Cycle Selector knob to ON. The selector may be turned in either direction.
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Start Knob.
Turn the Start knob to start the dryer. (Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close the door and turn the Start knob. )
NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural gas or gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes,
and
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condition of exhaust ducts.
Polyester Knits & Permanent Press Drying Tips
DO NOT OVERLOAD—
Garments being dried or
dewrinkled should tumble freely.
REMOVE CLOTHES
PROMPTLY—To
wrinkling, remove clothes from the dryer promptly at the end of the drying cycles.
help prevent
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PLACE ON HANGERS—
Permanent press and polyester knit garments look best if placed on hangers after drying.
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Sort by Surface Texture
Separate
Sort by Fabric
LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and
chenille—give up lint. LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract lint. These must be dried separately.
Separate
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Cottons & 0
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Linens
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Sort by Color
Separate [
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Sort by Weight
Separate
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Heavy Items a
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(such as
fl’n
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towels)
R
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from
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Synthetics, a
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Poly
Knits
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Light Items
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(such as
curtains)
from
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In addition to sorting to reduce
lint collection, we
recommend that you wash fabrics of similar construction together whenever possible.
HOW TO LOAD THE CLOTHES
Don’t overload your dryer. Crowded loads don’t dry efficiently and clothes may be unnecessarily wrinkled. Loads should look like this:
Cottons & Linens
(Some
Drum with
models
/
have door hinges mounted on the left side)
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CAm Am CLEAN~G
User Maintenance Instructions CAUTION: If yours is an electric dryer, before you have it
connected in your new residence, be sure your licensed electrician confirms that the supply voltage matches the voltage specified on the rating plate.
Dryer Exterior
Wipe off any spills or washing compounds. Wipe or dust with a damp cloth. Try not to strike the surface with sharp objects.
Dryer Drum
The porcelain enamel drum is rust-resistant and requires no special care.
Lint Filter
Before every dryer use, clean
filter. Put your moistened fingers at the corner of the
filter and wipe all
the way across to the other corner.
(Some models have door hinges mounted on the left side)
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th-e
lint
Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the dryer.
Dryer Exhaust
Inspect and clean the dryer exhaust a year.
ducting
at least once
Periodically,
remove the lint filter and insert the suction hose from your vacuum cleaner
into the opening.
Apply these pre-treatment products away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by pre-treatment products is not covered by your warranty.
Dryer Storage
To store your dryer for a
short period of time, disconnect the power supply and clean the lint filter.
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Air Circulation
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and
ventilating air.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
DRYER WON’T START
CLOTHES TAKE TOO LONG TO DRY
Dryer unplugged. Make
No power to dryer. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure dryer is
sure power cord is plugged in.
getting current. Most electric dryers use two.
Controls improperly set. Make sure controls are set and the Start knob is turned
to ON. Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close the door and turn Start knob to ON.
Dryer door is open. Close door
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Circuit is overloaded. Do not operate other appliances on the same electrical
securely~ryer
will not run with door open.
outlet or circuit while the dryer is operating.
Controls improperly set. Check
all
controls to make sure they are correctly
set for the load you want to dry. See the How to Operate Your Dryer section.
Clogged lint filter. Remove and clean filter before every load. Periodically clean
area under lint filter with vacuum cleaner. See the Care and Cleaning section.
Improper ducting. Make sure dryer is
ducted
in accordance with the
Installation Instructions.
Obstruction in exhaust ducting. Make sure ducting is clean and free of
obstruction; make sure damper in outside
wdl cap operates easily. If flexible
ducting is used, be sure it is not kinked and is properly installed according to the Installation Instructions.
Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. Check household fuses or circuit
breakers. Most electric dryers use two. It is possible for one to be blown or
still
tripped and the dryer to
Improper sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-to-dry items with lightweight articles.
Large loads of moisture-holding fabrics, such as beach towels, take a long
tumble without heat.
time to remove moisture.
Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not
combine loads.
Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two more similar articles,
even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
SHRINKAGE, GENERAL
Some fabrics will
shriti
whether machine washed and tumble dried or washed by hand and drip dried; others maybe safely washed but will shrink in a dryer.
Follow
garment manufacturers’ care labels exactly. If in doubt, do not machine
wash or tumble
drv.
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PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM
SHWN~GE, ~ITS
WR~~ING IN PERMA~NT P~SS
AND “NO-IRON”
I~MS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Relwation shtinkage
stretched and elongated by the manufacturer. When be pressed back into
Progressive or
can
occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly
sha~
after each wash and dry cycle.
delayed shritiage
MS
occurs, garment may
is
caused when starch or sizing (in some
fabrics) is gradually removed by Laundering. Maybe noticed in older garments
that
have been
relaation
Shrinkage
been
heat-shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the
laundered
many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for
shrinkage above.
caused
by overheating
occurs in
cefiain
knit fabrics that have
temperatures used to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected,
be
but it can
tiaving
prevented by washing in cold or warm water; drying on low heat.
clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove clothes promptly and
hang them immediately.
Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not
combine loads.
Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar
articles, even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items, such as work
witi
clothes,
lighter permanent press items, such as shirts or blouses. Do not
wash or dry permanent press with regular laundry.
Too many clothes in washer. Items must have room to move freely. Permanent
.no
press loads should always be smaller than regular loads..
tiediurn
Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. If available, use Permanent Press wash
loads.
more than
cycle which provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling, Also, if available, use Permanent Press drying cycle.
Incorrect water level. Use large water level for medium load; medium level
or half full for small load.
Washing repeatedly in too hot water. Wash in cool or warm water with
plenty of detergent.
Failure to
use
fabric softener. Proper use of fabric softener will
minimim wrintiing,
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
TO REMOVE WRINKLES
ON
DR~RS
WITH A PERMANENT PRESS SETTING
TO REMOVE
Retumble
Rerinse
If unsuccessful,
and hang immediately.
Iron carefully.
Send to Dry Cleaners for pressing.
Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed. *
* NOTE: If you follow good laundry procedures and permanent press
clothes still come out wrinkled, the finish may not be good quality. Also, in
permanent press synthetic/cotton blends, the cotton portion of the fabric can eventually wear away leaving only the synthetic. Since it’s the cotton portion which is treated for permanent press, a loss or decrease of permanent press performance will result.
If you need more help. ..call, toll free: GE Answer
800.626.2000 consumer information service
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WRINWES:
on Permanent Press setting.
and dry on Permanent Press setting.
retumble
on normal temperature for 10-12 minutes
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NOTES
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NOTES
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES DRYER
WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or
cancelled
check
here. Proof of original purchase date
is needed to obtain service
under warranty.
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WHAT IS COVERED
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace
any
pan of
because of a manufacturing defect.
Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below,
or call, toll
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800.626.2000
consumer information service
Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities.
the dryer
free:
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that fails
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use in the
48 mainland states, Hawaii
and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.
All warranty provided by our Factory Centers
Customer normal working hours.
Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).
. Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.
Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
sewice will be
Sewice
or by our authorized
Car@
servicers during
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. 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 in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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