Dryer
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Safety instructions .................... 3-5
Operating Instructions, Tips
AutomaticDrying ........................................... 8
Cycle Settings ................................................. 7
Drying Selections Guide ............................... 8
End Cycle Signal ......................................... 7, 8
Energy-SavingTips ........................................ 5
Fabric and Drying Selections .................... 10
Knits Drying Tips ..................................... 8, 14
Lint Filter .................................................... 7, 1t
Loading......................................................... 7,9
Operating the Dryer .................................. 6-8
Permanent Press Drying Tips ....... 8, 14, 15
Sorting Clothes ........................................... 7, 9
Timed Drying ................................................... 8
Care and Cleaning
DryerExhaust............................................... li
Drum............................................................... il
Exterior........................................................... l!
LintFilter........................................................ II
StoringtheDryer......................................... 11
User Maintenance Instructions ............... 11
Problem Solver .......................13-15
More questions ?..,call
GE Answer Center" 800.626.2000
Preparation
ReversingDoor............................................. 12
Consumer Services ...................19
ApplianceRegistration ................................. 2
• Important PhoneNumbers....................... 19
Model and Serial Numbers .......................... 2
Warranty ........................................
Models: DOE7200S DDG7280S
DDE7100S DDG7180S
DDE7000S DDG7080S
Back Cover
GE Appliances
HELP US HELP YOU...
Read this book carefully.
Itis intended to help you
operate and maintain your
new dryer properly.
Keep it handy for answers to
your questions.
If you don't understaud something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number)
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
To obtain a Spauish lauguage
version of this book, call
GE Answer Center _
800.626.2000
consumer information service.
Save time and money.
Before you request selwice...
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 dlTer.
Para obtener la versi6n en
espafiol de este manual, Ilame a
GE Answer Center ®,servicio de
informacidn para el consumidor,
teldfono 800.626.2000.
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 dwer. Before sending
in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Seriat Number
Ose these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your dryer.
WANING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
--Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance•
--WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
.Do not try to light any appliance•
.Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your building•
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone• Follow the gas supplier's
instructions•
.If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department•
--Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier•
• Clear the room, building or area of
all occupants.
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
To obtain se_Mce, see the
Consumer Services page
in the back of this book.
We're proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If lk_rsome
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for further help.
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First, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
writeall the details including
your phone number-to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem
is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Palm
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
I?dPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
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 LP fuels.
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete
combustion. Exposure to these substances can be
minimized further by properly venting the dryers
to the outdoors.
A arning--To reduce the risk of fire,
•Use this appliance only for its intended
Instructions sheet with your dryer, you can obtain
one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center®,
--Properly ground to conformwith
--Locate where the temperature is above50°F,
--Connect to a properly rated, protected
--Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY
electric shock, or injury to persons
when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
purpose as described in this Use andCare Book
.This dryer must be properly installed
d located in accordance with the
Installation Instructions before it
is used.If youdid not receive an Installation
800,626.2000.
all governing codes andordinances.
Follow details in Installation Instructions.
(10°C.) for satisfactory operation of the dryer
control system. Do not install or store the
dryer where it willbe exposed to theweather.
and sized power supply circuitto avoid
electrical overload,
RECOMMENDEDto prevent large amounts
of moisture and lint from being blown into the
room. Carefully follow the Exhausting Details
in the Installation Instructions.
part of the appliance or attempt
.Do not repair or replace any
any servicing unless specifically
recommended inthisUse and Care Book or
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand andhave the skills to carry out.
_ .When disconnecting this appliance
or ,junctionof cord andplug, Make sure that
the cordis located so thatitwill not be stepped
on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress,
pull by the plugrather than the
cord to avoid damageto the cord
To Minimize the Possibility
of a Fire Hazard
.Exhaust Duct--See Installation Instructions.
Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4"
diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet
or for exhausting to the outside. USE OF
PLASTICOR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE
DUCPWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE.
PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE
A FIRE IFIT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES
OTHERWISE RESTI_JCTED IN USE OR
DURING INSTALLATION.
•Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic, or
similar materials (suchas paddedbras, tennis
shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs,bibs,baby pants,
plastic bags, etc.) as these materialsmay melt or
burn. Also, some rubber materials, when heated,
can undercertain circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion,
. Do not store items that may burn or melt
(such as clothing, paper material, plastics
or plastic containers,etc.) on top of the dryer
during operation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
•Garments labeled "Dry Away from Heat"
(such as life jackets containing Kapok)
must not be put in your dryer.
6 _ •Do not wash or dry articles
1t_ that have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted
with combustible or explosive
substances (such as wax, 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
these substances around your washer and/or
dryer during operation.
.Any articleon 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 inor near the dryer until all
traces of these flammable liquids or solids and
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.
To Minimize the Possibility of Injury
.Never reach into the dryer while the
drum is moving. Before loading, unloading
or adding clothes, wait until the drum has
completely stopped.
•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.
_m_o _ •The laundry process can reduce
the flame retardancy of fabrics.
avoid such a result, the garment
manufacturer s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
,Close SUl_ervision is necessary
if this appliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow
to play inside, on, or
with this appliance or any discarded
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.
_ .Clean the lint filter before each load
OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT
FILTER IN PLACE.
to prevent lint accumulation inside
the dryer or in the room. DO NOT
•Keep the area around and underneath your
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 qualified indMdual.
.Keep all laundry aids (such
as detergents, bleaches, fabric
softeners, etc.) out of the reach
of children, preferablyin a locked
'_'_t I 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.
shock, unplug this appliancefrom the
•To minimize the possibility of electric
power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and
cleaning of the lint filter).
_:j OTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
nob to an OFFposition does NOT
disconnectthe appliance from the
power supply.
.Do not tamperwith the controls.
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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 ATTEMPTTO LIGHT
WITH A MATCH. Burnsmay 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 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
the use of these products are the responsibility
of the manufacturers of those products and are
not covered under the warranty of this appliance.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
• Sort clothes by weight so you won't have to run an extra cycle for
one or two heavier, slower-drying items.
oDo not overload your dryer. For efficient d_Ting, clothes need
to tunable fleely.
oUse Automatic Cycles whenever possible to help prevent overdying
and to save energy.
• Remove garments promptly at the end of the drying cycle and place
on hangers.
oDry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a "warm" dryer
will save energy.
oClean the dryer lint filter each time you dry.
oClean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year. A partially clogged
exhaust can lengthen drying time.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DRYER
Features and appearances 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.
DDE7200S and DDG7280S
ON_. FE_M,P_ES$
• ._TART
Automatic.
Perm, Press
tow._*T NO"NUT
_Selections
_ Five Cycle Automatic- Dryer
DDE71OOS and DDG7180S
Three Cycle Automatic Bryer
Z)DE7000S and DDG7080S
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Turn t_ Stmrt
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Turn to Start
0
] 8fF
Timed
O HeawDuty Large Capacity
Automatic- OFF O Timed
HighHeat t_s__E__;itm • IJ 40•5_MINMedium Heat
__ _ o__"V' OFF
Fluff- _;IART
L No Heat
Oeavy Duty Large Capacity
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Automatic-
HighHeat
Heavy Duty Large Capacity
Timed-
Mediur_Hear
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 for drying. See the
How to Sort the Clothes section. If you do mix various types of fabrics in
your load, set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics and remove when
dry. Reset controls for the remaining heavier fabrics.
Set the Controls Controls and features will vary from model to model
See the Suggested Fabric and Drying Selections guide.
O Drying Selections.
Select the proper heat for your load.
Should be used with cycles indicated •
Automatic
Drying Automatic Perm. Press aud Timed
Selections Regular cycle Knits Cycles cycles
Cottons • •
High Heat
Perm. Press
Medium Heat
Fluff •
No Heat
Knils/Delica[es • •
Low Heat
O Cycle Selector.
Turn the Cycle Selector to the desired cycle
setting. The selector may be turned in either
direction.
O 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.)
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NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the
type of heat used (Electric, Natural gas or LP
gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of
clothes, and condition of exhaust ducts.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
Polyester Knits & Permanent Press Drying Tips
•DO NOT OVERLOAD-- .REMOVE CLOTHES
Garments being dried or PROMPTLY TO help prevent
dewrinkled should ramble freely, wrinkling, remove clothes l¥om
the dryer promptly at the end ot"
the drying cycles.
The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying (on models so equipped)
Automatic Drying
When using the Automatic Cycles, the dryer
continually senses the temperature of the air in the
diner drum. Wet laundry keeps the air cool. When
laundry is dry enough (and the drum air warm
enough) the heat turns oft'. When the air cools, the
heat turns back on. This off and on cycling may
happen a number of times (depending on the fabric,
load size and Cycle Selector setting). The Cycle
Selector advances (when the heat is off) until it
autonmtically turns offdryer.
Timed Drying
When using the Timed Cycles, you select the number
of minutes you wish the dryer to run and it turns off at
the end of this time period.
.PLACE ON HANGERS--
Permanent press and polyester
knit garments look best if placed
on haugers after dlTing.
Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles (on models so equipped appearance will vary)
Set to middle position Set toward More Dry Set toward Less DQ
Coffons,
Regular
Jjk%
.For most normalloads.
Coffo#s,
Regular
.For loads that include heavy-
weight fabrics.
• If you desire to remove more
moisture from your normal load.
Cottons, _ # Pen
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l Automatic lJ OFF[ %_ Autl
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.For light weight fabric loads.
.If you desire to remove less
moisture from the load.
HOW TO SORT CLOTHES
Sort by Surface Texture
LINT PRODUCERS such as terry toweling and
Separate .-.__ ,__
"_Produce rs/ fl'Offl '_9"8_6[§ !
Sort by Fabric
Separate _r'__ ,____ ,__ ,__
'_ (_.,t_" _' I_/ .... '_ S___l_b_ds_,,_/ . \_. Permanent _/ . \_ lDelicates .1_/
\_ ll.in_'n_ ,_/ ""_'"_ Bl_l'_N&e'tff ' rrom \_ Press rl Trom \_ _1
Sort by Color
chenille give up lint.
LINT COLLECTORS such as man-made fibers and
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy attract
lint. These nmst be &ied separately.
In addition to
sorting to reduce
lint collection, we
recommend that you
wash fabrics of similar
construction together
whenever possible.
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_ Whites tfrom _ Lights tfrom _ Darks i from _cNoOr_ast i
Sort by Weight
Separate _ ,_,
\_ Heavy Items [7/, \__ Light Items
\_ (such as _1 rrom \_ (such as _1'/
towels) _ _ curtains)_//
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:
ml
For information on tumble d_Ting extra large
items and different fabrics and loads, see the
Suggested Fabrics and D_Ting Selections guide.
Drum with /
Cottons & Linens
Drum with
Permanent Press Load
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SUGGESTED FAB C
AND DRYING SELECTIONS
Cycle Suggested
Automatic Regular
Automatic Permanent
Press & Knits
Delicates
[For Clothes Load/Fabrics such
• Cottons and linens
• Down-filled garments, if machine
washing and drying is recommended
• Permanent press fabrics with cotton
• Synthetics
• Silks and wools
as:
,Rayon andacetate
Timed
The terms High, Medium and Low Heat are those usually found on
fabric care labels. For best results, follow your specific fabric care label.
Special Instructions
Refer to garment manufacturer's care labels for more information.
*Pillows
**Blankets
***Extra Large Items--
Queen or King size
sheets; Blankets or
Spreads; Mattress
Covers/Pads
•Pillows*
•Blankets**
.Extra large items***
Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape.
DRY ONLY ONE PILLOW AT A TIME. Set dryer for maximum time. Stop
&Ter occasionally and shake pillow to redistribute filling for more even drying.
Check pillow at end of drying time if not completely dry, return pillow to &Ter
and reset for more drying time. Feather pillows dry very slowly and must be dried
completely to prevent mildew. DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing kapok.
Put 2 or 4 dry towels into the &yer; tumble d_7 for 5 minutes. Set timer for
20-25 minutes. DO NOT set control for more than 25 minutes. DRY ONLY
ONE BLANKET AT A TIME. Remove blanket at the end of the cycle and
block the blanket back to its original shape. Allow to dry thoroughly
before storing.
First setting 20 minutes; check and redistribute load. Then set timer for
15 minutes; check load again. Reset timer at 5 minute intmwals, checking
after each 5 minutes to make sure that the articles do not fill the d_Ter drum:
many large articles, when wet, have ample room in the dryer, but as they
d_T and fluff up, they may not have room to tumble. CAUTION: If large
items do not have room to tumble, the air flow may be blocked, which
could result in scorching your valuable items. NOTE: Mattress covers/pads
should be &ied alone.
Drying Selection
High Heat
Medium Heat
Low Heat
High Heat
Medium Heat
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CARE AND CLEANING
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.
DITer control panel and finishes
may be damaged by some laund_7
pre-treatment soil and stain
remover products if such products
are sprayed on or have direct
contact with the &Ter.
C/
Apply these pre-treatment products
away from the dryer. The fabric
may then be washed and dried
normally. Damage to your &Ter
caused by pre-treatment products
is not covered by your warranty.
Dryer Drum
The porcelain enamel drum
is rust-resistant and requires
no special care.
Lint Filter
Before every dryer
use, clean the lint
filter. Put your
moistened fingers
at the corner of the
filter and wipe all
the way across to
the other corner.
Air Circulation
Dryer Exhaust
Inspect and clean the &Ter
exhaust ducting at least once
a year.
Lint Filter
Dryer Storage
To store your dryer for a
short period of time, disconnect
the power supply and clean the
lint filter.
Periodically,
remove the lint
filter and insert
the suction hose
from your
vacuum cleaner
into the openinm
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and
ventilating air.
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REVERSIBLE DOOR INSTRUCTIONS
(on models so equipped)
Tools Needed
A phil lips screwdriver is needed to reverse the dryer door.
Dryer Door
1. Open the door and remove the filler plugs
from the side of the opening without hinges.
2. With the door
completely open,
remove the bottom
screw from each hinge
on the dryer face.
3. Insert these screws
about half way into
the top holes, for
each hinge, on the
opposite side. (Where
you removed the filler plugs.)
4. Loosen the top screw fiom
each hinge on the &Ter face
half way.
5. With one hand holding the top
of the door and the other hand
holding the bottom, remove the
door fiom the dryer by lifting it up and out.
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Rotate the door 180 °. Insert it
on the opposite side of the
opening by moving the door /
in and down until the top
hinge and the bottom hinge \
are resting on the top screws
inserted in step 3.
.
Remove the remaining ti
screws from the side of { ['_-r_l
the opening from whichl-_tall
the door was removed. [ _.-.ll
With these screws, '_1
secure each hinge at II I
the bottom. I _
8. Tighten the two top
screws of each hinge.
9. Reinsert the plastic plugs on
the side from which the door was removed.
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QUESTIONS7
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
DRYER WON'T START
CLOTHES TAKETOO
LONG TO DRY
POSSIBLE CAUSE
• D_yer unplugged. Make sure power cord is plugged in.
• No power to dryer. Cheek fuses and circuit breakers to make sure dryer is
getting current. Most electric dryers use two.
• Controls improperly set. Make sure controls are set and the Start knob is turned
to START. Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close
the door and turn Start knob to START.
• Dryer door is open. Close door securely dryer will not run with door open.
• Circuit is overloaded. Do not operate other appliances on the same electrical
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 evm T 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 flee of
obstruction; make sure damper in outside wall 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 &Ters use two. It is possible for one to be blown or
tripped and the dryer will still tumble without heat.
• 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
time to remove moisture.
• Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not
combine loads.
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SHRINKAGE, GENERAL
*Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two more similar articles,
even if du, to insure proper tumbling.
• Some fabrics will shrink whether machine washed and tumble dried or washed
by hand and drip dried; others maybe safely washed but will shrink in a &Ter.
Follow _atment manufactmms care labels exactly. If in doubt, do not machine
wash or tumble d U.
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
(continued)
SHRINKAGE, KNITS
WRINKLING IN
PERMANENT PRESS
AND "NO-IRON" ITEMS
,Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly
stretched and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may
be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle.
.Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some
fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering. May be noticed in older garments
that have been laundered many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for
relaxation shrinkage above.
,Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have
been heat-shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the
temperatures used to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected,
but it can be prevented by washing in cold or warm water; drying on low heat.
,Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove clothes promptly and
haug them immediately.
,Too many items in dwer. D W 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 &T, to insure proper tumbling.
.Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items, such as work
clothes, with 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
press loads should always be smaller than regular loads...no more than
medium loads.
,Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. If available, use Permanent Press wash
cycle which provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also, if
available, use Permanent Press &ying 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
minimize wrinkling.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
TO REMOVE WRINKLES
ON DRYERS WITH A
PERMANENT PRESS
SETTING
If you need more help.., call, toll free:
GE Answer Center _
800.626.2000
consumer information service
TO REMOVE WRINKLES:
oRetumble on Permanent Press setting.
eRerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting.
• If unsuccessflfl, retumble on normal temperature for 10 12 minutes
and haug immediately.
• Iron carefully.
• Send to Dry Cleaners for pressing.
.Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed. *
• NOTE If yOUfollow 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 its the cotton portion
which is treated for permanent press, a loss or decrease of permanent press
performance will result.
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NOTES
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/n-HomeRepairService
800.GE-CARES(800432-2737)
A (;E (onsunler service pi'oti:ssional will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a tinle that's cotwenienl ti)r ytm. Many (;F (kmsumcr Service
('()lllp_llly-I)per_lle(I l(lC;ItiOllS of[(._l" y()ll ?;elvice Ioday or ltllitOl-row, i!l" _tI Vl)llr
convenience (7:00 ram. to 7:00 p.n=. weekdays, 0:00 a.nl. m 2:00 i).lll. S;:lttlrtlitys).
()ur t].t('tllry-tr<lined lechnicians know )'our al)pliance inside and out--so niosI
repairs c;ln be handled ilLiust one visit.
GEAnswerCenter®
8o0.626.2000
Whatever your quesii¢)n almul any (;E m_t_jor appliance, (;E Answer (',enter "_
infi)rmalion service is available t/) help. }i)ur call--and your question-- wilI be
answered [)roml)tly and courteously. Aild )ou can (_t]l any lime. (,E Answer
(;ellter ") service is ()pen2d hours a (la}, 7 days _lweek.
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800.626.2000
Upon reqileSl, (;E will provide
Braille colm'ols t'_)r ',1wit)ely ot'(;E
al)pliances, and <lI)loclnli e it)
assist in planning, a barrier liee
kilclicn ti)r llel sl)ns wilh liniiled
Illol)ilily. To ol)lliili these ill lUS,
lice ()f ctlaige, c:ill bl00.fi2{i.<2(l(10.
(]onsulllel'S with iml)aired hearing or speecll who have
access to a TDD or a coilvenliorlal teletypewriter _:iy
call 800-TD1)-(;I_]A(] (800-833-4322) t() requesl
ini()l-lllaliotl (it- ser',iee.
ServiceContracts
800-626-2224
ForCustomersWithSpecialNeeds...
YOU i'_in have Ihe seClli'e ti'eling illal (,E (7OllS/llllel" Service will still lie there
_tflel" f/illr W;ilT_lllly expires. Pill Ctl_lse _t (;E COlilr;t('l while VOtlr w;tri'itllly is still
in eft{'cl and you'll ieceive a sul)slanlia] discouill. With a nluhil)le-year coiitracl,
},Oll'rt' _lSsllrt'd ofl/lllll t' scr_i( c _il lodTi}"s prices,
PartsandAccessories
800-526-2002
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances
can ]lilVe ]leeded l )_111s o1" _lc('ess( )lies sell I dil e_ I Iv 1()
1l iel r lit )lilt'. 'I'll(" ( it'] p_l rls SyMJ'lll fir( )vith:s access Io over
17,000 i)aits.. Ai!ld :il I ( 1_; (;enllillt.l_.elleWliIPmts_ire
fully warl_lll .(f v ISA , M;islel'(]_li 11;tlid I)isc()vel" i'iiids
_ll'e ;to( eliled
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
cover procedures intended 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.
YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES DRYER
WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check II
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 part of the dryer that fails
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 free:
GE Answer Center _
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.
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 service will be
provided by our Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer Care ®servicers during
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.
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
This book is printed on recycled paper.
I art No. 175 D1807P019
Pub No. 49-9796
1t-93 CG
Warrantor: General Electric Company
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Printed in Louisville, KY
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