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lnstructions....................3-5
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Dryer
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Problem Solver
More questions
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Operating Instructions, Tips
Automatic Drying ...........................................7
Controls Setting Guide .............................8, 9
Cycle Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................6
Drying Selections Guide ...............................7
Energy-Saving
Knits Drying Tips
Lint Filter
Loading
Operating the Dryer ..................................6, 7
Timed Drying
Permanent Press Drying
Sorting Clothes ........................................6, 10
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Care and Cleaning
Dryer Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drum 11
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lint Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
User Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Tips............,..,.........................5
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Tips........6,
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Repair Service
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US HELP YOU...
Read this book carefully.
1(
is intended to help you
operate
new dryer properly.
Keep it handy
your questions.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number)
and
maintain your
for
answers to
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville. KY 40225
To obtain a Spanish language
version of this book, call
GE Answer Center(’
800.626.2000 informaci6n para el consumidor,
consumer information service.
WA~ING: For
)
your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
Save time and money.
Before
you request service . . .
check
the Problem Solver
section. It lists causes of minor
operating problems
correct yourself.
that
you
If you received a
damaged dryer...
Immediately contact the
builder) that sold you the dryer.
Para obtener
espatiol
GE Answer
tel~fono
la
versi6n
de
este
manual, name
Center@;, servicio
800.626.2000.
en
can
dealer
(or
a
de
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
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.
are
also on the
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.
—W~T
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
neighbor’s phone.
instructions.
●
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
cdl 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
aU occupanti.
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 service, see the
Consumer Services
in the back of this book.
We’re proud of our service
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.
page
and
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
write all the details—including
your phone number-to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
are
still not pleased,
wII
your gas supplier from a
FOUOW
the gas supplier’s
FINALLY, if your problem
is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20
North
Chicago, IL
Wacker
60606
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.
Warning—To reduce the risk of
A
electric shock, or injury to persons
when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
●
Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose
●
‘Qi;b
a
This dryer must be properly
,
installed and located in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.
Installation Instructions sheet with your dryer,
you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the
GE Answer
—Properly ground to conform with
all governing codes and ordinances.
Follow details in Installation Instructions.
—Locate where the temperature is above
(lO°C.)
for satisfactory operation of the dryer
control system. Do not install or store the
dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
—Connect to a properly rated, protected
and sized power supply circuit
electrical overload.
—Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY
RECOMMENDED
of moisture and lint from being blown into the
room. Carefully follow the Exhausting Details
in the Installation Instructions.
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fuels.
fire,
as described in this Use and Care Book.
If you did not receive an
Center@,
800.626.2000.
50°F.
to avoid
to prevent large amounts
●
Do not repair or replace any
part of the appliance or attempt
@
any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this Use and Care Book or
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
●
-
/
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/&
When disconnecting this appliance
pull by the plug rather than the
.’
cord
to avoid damage to the cord
or junction of cord and plug. Make sure that the
cord is located so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage
or stress.
To Minimize the Possibility
of a Fire Hazard
●
Exhaust
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 FIRE. FOIL OR
OTHER EASILY PUNCTURED DUCTWORK
CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR
BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN
USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.
●
Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber,
plastic, or similar materials
bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs,
baby pants, plastic bags, etc.) as these materials
may melt or burn. Also, some rubber materials,
when heated, can under certain 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 the operation.
Duct+ee
Installation Instructions.
USE OF
(such as padded
(continued next page)
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J
●
Garmenti
(such as life jackets containing Kapok)
must not be put in your dryer.
~ J ‘i, “i:~$::i:~;;~;$~f;:otted
h
substances (such as wax, paint, gasoline,
degreasers,
etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add
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
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.
labeled
MPORTANT
“Dry
Away from Heat”
was . ,
with combustible or explosive
dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene,
.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
andor
until all
(continued)
To Minimize the Possibility of Injury
●
Never reach into the dryer while the
drum is moving.
or adding clothes, wait until the drum has
completely stopped.
c
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.
●
4 ‘$
1 / Toavoidsucharesult, thegarment
A
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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.
The laundry process can reduce
the flame
manufacturer’s care instructions
should
●
Close supervision is necessary
if this appliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow
children to play inside, on, or
with this appliance or any discarded
Before loading, unloading
retardancy
be followed very carefully.
of fabrics.
●
“ii:=”””
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OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT
FILTER IN PLACE.
●
Keep the area around and underneath
your appliances free from the accumulation
of combustible materials,
rags, chemicals, etc.
●
The interior of the machine and the exhaust
duct connection inside the dryer should be
cleaned periodically by a qualified individual.
Clean the lint filter before each load
to prevent lint accumulation inside
“– the dryer or in the room.
such as lint, paper,
DO NOT
●
Keep all laundry aids (such
as detergents, bleaches, fabric
softeners, etc.) out of the reach
of children,
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
shock,
9
maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and
cleaning of the lint filter).
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●
Do not tamper with the controls.
power supply before attempting any
unplug this appliance from the
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
knob to an OFF position does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
preferably in a locked
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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 ATTEMPT TO LIGHT
WITH A MATCH. Burns 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-stitic 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.
● Sort clothes by
or
two
heavier, slower-drying items.
●
Do not overloild
to tumble
●
Usc ALltonlatic
to
save energy.
● To help prevent ironing,
(Medium
place
on hangers.
● Dry your clothes i n consecutive
will save energy.
Q Clcarr
● Clean
the dryer I
the
exhaust
can
weight
so you won ‘t have to run an extra
your dryer. For efficient drying. clothes need
t’reely.
Cycles whenever possible to help prevent
LISC
Knits/Del
Heat).
Remove
int fi Iter eilch time yOLI dry.
dryer
exh~iust ducting at
lengthen
g:trmcnts prornp(ly at end
drying
time.
SAVE
mSTRUCTIONS
cycle for
overdry ing zmd
ic~ites
(Low Heat) or
of drying
loads.
Using a “warm”
least once It year. A partially clogged
dryer
Perm.
cycle and
one
Press
T~SE
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HOW TO
OPEMTE
YOUR DRYER
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.
f
\
A“foma!k
cycle,
PER
MANIHI
NORMAL
“FAV”
PRESS
nmd
cycle,
L
Five Cycle Automatic
@
@
D~er
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
withoul
it. See the Care
and
Cleaning
section.
Sort and Load the Clothes
Good
sorting
sorted
Sort
the Clothes section. If
set the
controls” for
for
the dryer begins at the washer. Generally, if
ri&ht
lor washing, they’re
you do
controls” for
the lighter-weight fabrics
the remaining heavier fabrics.
clothes are
sorted
right
for
drying. See the
mix various types of fabrics in
and renl~~ve
when
How to
your load,
dry. Reset
Set the Controls.
See the
~ Drying
~
@
Controls”
Setting Guide.
Selections.
Push 21
Cycle
button to
Selector.
Turn the Cycle
The
selector may
Start Button.
Press the Push
(Opening the
dryer.
T()
restart,
Push
to
Start
select
Selector to
the proper
heat for your
the desired cycle setting.
be turned in either direction.
to
Start
button to
door
during operation stops the
close
the
start the dryer
door” and
press the
button.)
load.
I
Dryin:
SelectIons
cottons”
High Heiit
Pcrm. Press
Medium He~tt
Knits/Del icates
Low Heiit
Fluff
N() Heat
{
Shollld bC used
Au[onl:ltic
Rcgul:ir Cycles
● ●
I
HeaVD.lr
Laqe
@
with
Autotn:l[ic
Perm.
I I
Capacity
cycles
indicated ●
Press
cycle
● ●
●
Timed
Cycles
●
●
Polyester Knits & Permanent Press Drying Tips
● DO
NOT
OVERLOAD-
Garments being dried
dewrinkled should
or
tumble freely.
● REMOVE CLOTHES
PROMPTI.Y—TO
wrinklin&,
remove clothes
help prevent
the dryer promptly at the
the drying cycles.
6
from
end 01
s
PLACE ON HANGERS—
Perrnanen[
knit garments
on
hangers atter drying.
press
l~)~~k
~md
polyester
best if
pl:iced
Page 7
The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying
Automatic Drying
When using
Automcltic Dr~ C(mtrol .vj’,st(~m
the
tcmper:iture
laundry keeps
enough
turns
off.
This off
times (depending
Selector
the heat is
the Aulomatic
of
the ;lir
the air cool.”
(
and
the drum
When the
and on
cycling
air
air cools,”
nl~ly happen a
on the f:lbric, I():id size :ind cycle
setting). The Cycle
off)
until it
autonl~ltic~llly [urns (~i”i’ dryeJ”.
Cycles,
in
the dryer drum.
When laundry is
warm enough) the
the
Selector :idv;mccs
the
continually senses
Wet
dry
he~lt
turns
b:ick on.
number of
hct~t
(when
Timed Drying
When using the Timed Cycles,
of minutes
[he
cnd
Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles
Set to
Set to NORMA I. position
●
For most normal lc~:lds.
HK;AVY
●
Fot- [oiids thilt
hc:lvy-weight t:lbrics
position
lIICILld~
yc)u
wish the
dryer to
of this time period.
Set past
● 1
f. you want to renlt)ve
more m~~isture.
you select
run
HE;AVY
the number
and
it turns off
position
at
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CONTROLS SETTING GUIDE
Load
Cottons & Linens
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with
Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon.
Acrylic Knits
Sturdy
Delicate
Silks
including Silks
Rayon imd
Down-filled
if machine washing
are recommended.
Baby
Nightgowns, Shirts.
Receiving Blankets, Coveralls.
See Special Instructions.
Baby
Blankets—Wrrol, Part Woo].
Cotton, Electric, Synthetic. See
below under “Extra-large Items.’.
Curtains, Slipcovers,
DO NOT MACHINE DRY
FIBERGLASS.
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes. See
below under ‘. Extra-large Items.’.
Rubber-coated Items,
Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics
Articfes
Bathmuts and
Extra-1arge Items—Queen or King
Size Sheets, Blankets or Spreads,
Sfeepirrg Bags,
Suits. Mattress Covers (Pads).
Quilted Bedspreads.
Cotton
and
Woven Fabrics
and
Wools. Blends
and
Wools
Acetate
g:irments.
und
Clotbes-Sturdy:
Clothes-Delicate
with Plastic Trim.
PJds,
Dr:lperies
Rugs
Insulated Jackets or
drying
Diapers,
Sheets.
Limlinated
and
For Different Fabrics and Loads
Drying
Selection*
Cottons”
(High)
Perm. Press
(Mcdiurn)
Perm. Press
(Medium)
Knits/Delicates
(Low)
Knits/Delicates
(Low)
Knits/De licates
(Low)
Cottons
(High)
Cottons
(High)
Knits/Del icates
(Low)
Cottons
(High)
Cottons
(High)
C’ottons”
(High)
Fluff
No Heat
cottons”
(High)
Permanenl
(Medium)
Press
Cycle
Automatic
or
Timed Cycles
Automatic
or
Timed Cycles
Automtitic
Autmnutic Cycles
Automatic Cycles
Autorn:ltic Cycles
Automtitic
Autom~tic
or
Timed
Automatic
Timed Cycle
Timed Cycle
Timed
Timed Cycle
Timed
Timed Cycle
Cycles
Cycles
Cycle
Cycle
(’YC]CS
Cycle
Cycle Setting
Heavy
or
Norrntil
Setting.
45 minutes for dry:
Permanent
De-Wrinkle setting to de-wrinkle garments
h:ive
Pcrm:mcnt Press.
Perm;incnt Press.
Permanent Press.
Pel-miment
Nor-mid
Hc:iky
45 minutes
Perm:ment
Set at 20 to 25 minutes
For
for
f;irst
~]dditiontil
Set
First
additional
First setting—20 minutes;
second
:lddition~ll
Press.
not been
Press.
Setting
or Normal Setting
Press.
I’irst
setting, set
second
setting,
setting—20 minutes;
settings—5 minutes.
tnr time desired.
settirlg—-20
settin~s-5 mi rrutes
settin--
settings-5 minutes.
20
minutes
wtishcd.
:lt 20 minutes;.
set ~t
minutes;
I 5 minules;
for d;imp ciry for
I 5 minutes
ironing.
thtit
Pillows-Fetither
tilled (if manutacturcr recommends
they be dried in
Speciaf
Instructions.
*The terms High, Medium and Low
NOTE:
You may find that best results
Tbe Cycfe
xnd Polyester-
a
dryer). See
Selector settings
tbe
are
obtained hy setting the Cycle Selector tn either side nf the
8
Cottons
(Higb)
Heat are
those
usualfy
indic~ted ahnve are tn
Timed Cycle
found on fabric care labels.
be used ~s a guide.
Set at
Fnr best
results.
recomrnerrcfed
70 minutes.
foflow yoLII- f~bric ciirc Itibcls.
settings
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—
Special Instructions
Do not
dry
non-coloriast items with whites or light-colored items
Do not
overluad
minimize
Do
not
okerload dryer;
minimize wrinkling.
Dry silks and wools in your dryer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.
dryer; clothes should tumble freely. Remove promptly as soon as dryer stops; place clothes on hangers to
wrinkl irrg.
clothes should tumble freely. Remove promptly as soon as dryer stops, place clothes on hangers to
—
Tumble
dryct
tabrics.
See
Place in
25
warm
Use
sti II diimp.
check filter
TLIIl)blc
Stop
.Spe(i(i/ pl-e((u4[;(m.s
again; and 5 minutes
dryer,
dryel-, t“inish drying
have room to
cannot be dried in home size dryers.
Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape. Dry no more than one pillow at a time and set dryer for
mdximum lime.
If
completely to prevent mildewing. DO
drying
is mandatory. Down must be thoroughly dried to remove odor and prevent mildewing. Place two large, dry towels in the
[(~
improve tumbling and shorten drying time. Be sure to dry thoroughly.
IMPORTANT. It
(heck
above instructions.
dryer with 3 or 4 dry towels which have been heated
minutes. Do only one blanket at a time. Remove blanket at end of cycle and block blanket back to original shape. Press binding with
iron,
dry towels
dry
dryel-
but
as
they
are not completely dry, return them to dryer and reset for more drying time. Feather pillows dry very slowly and must be dried
children.s sleepwear is made of Modacrylic, tumble
manufacturer’s drying instructions.
for
Allow to
Place SI
Ior
on Fluff (No Heat) setting as heat may cause alteration in shape. color and appearance of
periodically and check filter
they dry
drv
before
storing.
as buffers. Set timer
ipcovers
on furniture immediately. Hang draperies
excess
lint.
Remove and restart dryer.
must be taken to dry extra-large items. Set dryer
for
each additional setting. Make sure that article does not
and tluff up may not have room to tumble. Check carefully every few minutes and if article is still wet or damp and fills
on
line.
tumble.
Stop dryer occasionally and
Do not. under any circumstances operate dryer
the air
for
20 minutes. If items are still wet,
for
excess lint. Remove and restart dryer
flow
may be blocked which could result in scorching your valuable items. Many large items, like shag rugs,
DO
NOT
tumb[e drv;acket.}. (~mt[~inirix Kc/p~)k.
shake
pillows to redistribute filling for more even drying. Check pillows at end of drying time.
N07.
tumble
drv
pill~))v.} cfmtuining Kupok.
dry
only on Low/Knits temperature. Normal Heat can damage these
5 minutes. Set timer tor 20 to 25 minutes. Do not set control for more than
reset for
;ind
for 20 n~;m~fe,s ?hen
15 minutes and check again. Items should be removed while
curtains so that creases will fall out. Stop dryer periodically and
such articles.
(heck
c(lrqfullv.
fill
drum. Many large articles, when wet, have ample room in
fur
longer times without checking. CAUTION: If large items do not
(See filter cleaning instructions above. )
Set 15 minutes for second setting, check
Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels
For more int”ormatiorr
For
sale by [he Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LA BELS.”
D.C.
20402.
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Sort by Surface Texture
Separate
Sort by Fabric
Separate
t
~
Cottons &
~
Linens
nflm
m
from ~
HOW TO SORT CLOTHES
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.
%
Synthetics, n
Blends&
Poly
Knits
.
%
Permanent o
from
~
m
Press
.
% Dellcates m
from ~
m
’m
In
.
addition to
sorting to reduce
lint collection, we
recommend that you
wash fabrics
construction together
whenever possible.
of similar
Sort by Weight
Separate
&—
--
Wfromw
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
Drum with
For information on tumble drying extra large
items and different fabrics and loads, see the
Controls Setting Guide.
rum with
Permanent Press Load
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User Maintenance Instructions
CAUTION: If yours is
in your new residence, be sure your licensed electrician confirms that
the supply voltage matches the voltage specified on the rating plate.
an
electric dryer, before you have it connected
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 control panel
finishes may be damaged by
some laundry pretreatment soil
and stain remover products if such
products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the dryer.
and
Apply these pretreatment products
away from the dryer. The fabric
may then be washed and dried
normally. Damage to your dryer
caused by pretreatment 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 in a
downward motion
the way across to the
other corner.
all
Dryer Exhaust
Inspect and clean the dryer
exhaust
ducting
at least once a year.
Periodically,
remove the lint
filter and insert
the suction hose
from your vacuum
cleaner into
the opening.
Dryer Storage
To store your dryer for a short
period of time, disconnect the
power supply and clean the
lint filter.
Air Circulation
Do not obstruct the flow of
combustion and ventilating air.
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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
DRYER WON’T START
CLOTHES TAKE TOO
LONG TO DRY
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● Dryer unplugged. Make sure power cord is plugged in.
● No power to dryer. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure dryer is
getting
Q
Controls improperly set. Make sure controls are set and the Start button is
cument.
Most electric dryers use two.
pressed. Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close
the door
Q
Dryer door is open. Close door secure
● Circuit is overloaded. Do not operate other appliances on the same electrical
and
press the Push to Start button.
ly~ryer
will not run with door open.
outlet or circuit while the dryer is operating.
● Controls improperly set. Check
set
for
the load you want to dry. See the How to Operate Your Dryer section.
● Clogged lint filter. Remove
all
controls to make sure they are correctly
and
clean filter before every load. Periodically clean
area under lint filer with vacuum cleaner. See the Care and Cleaning section.
● lmpropcr 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 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 dryers use two. It is possible for one to be blown or
tripped and the dryer still tumble without heat.
Q
Improper sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-to dry items with I
●
t.arge
loads of moisture-holding fabrics, such as beach towels, take a long
ightweight
articles.
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 shrink whether machine washed and tumble dried or
washed by hand
and
drip dried; others may be safely washed but
will
shrink
in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels exactly. If in doubt,
do
not
tnachine
wash or tumble dry.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SHRINKAGE, KNITS
WRINUING
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
● Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some
back into
shape after each wash and dry cycle.
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
hang them immediately.
● Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer
combine
● Too few items in dryer.
loads.
If.
drying only one article, add two or more similar
load
at a time. Do not
articles, even if dry, 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. Use Permanent Press wash cycle
which provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also, 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.
● Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents. If you must
use a non-phosphate detergent, avoid the use of a high-carbonate detergent.
● Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use of fabric softener will
minimize wrinkling.
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r
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A
T~
PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM
WR~~ING
PERMANENT PRESS AND
“NO-IRON
IN
I~MS”
(continued)
If you need more help.. call, toll free:
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
Center@
POSSIBLE CAUSE
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
clothes still come out wrinkled, the finish may not be good quality. Also, in
permanent press synthetic/cotton blends, the cotton
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.
WRIN~ES:
on Permanent Press setting.
and dry on Permanent Press setting.
retumble
you follow good laundry procedures and Permanent Press
on normal temperature for 10–12 minutes
portion of the fabric can
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES DRYER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date
such as
your sales slip or
cancelled
check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
II
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 pati of the dryer
because of a manufacturing
defect.
● Sewice trips to your home to
that fails
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(”
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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.
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
shi~
the
to
~roduct
to the sewice
shop or for ’the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
All warranty
sewice will be
provided by our Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer Care
(”)
sewicers 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
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
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
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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