GE DDE7900R, DDG7980R Use and Care Manual

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lUseand&reGuide

Dryer

Safe~lnstructions

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Problem

More questions

Solver

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GE Answer Centera 800.626.2000

Operating Instructions, Tips

Automatic Drying ...........................................7

Automatic Extra Care Feature

Controls Setting Guide .............................8, 9

Cycle Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................6

Drying Selections Guide

End@f-Cycle

Energy-Saving Tips.........................................5

Extra Care Feature ..........................................6

Knits Drying Lint Filter Loading

Operating the Dryer .......................................6

Permanent Press Drying Tips ........7, 13, 14

Sort;ng

Signal ........................................7

Tips...........................,..........7,

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Clothes

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Consumer Services

Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2

Repair Service

Warranty

Models:

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DDE7900R DDG7980R

Care and Cleaning

Dryer Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lint Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storing the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

User Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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US HELP YOU...

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 number)

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.

WAWING:

the risk of

For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize

fire

or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

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

Para obtener espafiol

GE Answer

tel~fono

este

manual, name a

Center@, servicio

800.626.2000.

versi6n

the

dryer.

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

[Jse

these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dryer.

●

—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

S~LL

GAS Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any

el~tricd

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

—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

If you need service

To obtain service, see the 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

for further help.

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, write all the details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

the fire department.

1984.

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

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

ctistomers

Gas appliances can cause minor exposure

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.

●

Use this appliance only for its intended

purpose

‘~.{{’~

.-.*

is used.

Instructions sheet with your dryer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center”,

800.626.2000.

—Properly ground to conform with

all governing codes and ordinances.

—Locate where the temperature is above

(lO°C.)

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.

—Etiausting

RECOMMENDED

of moisture and lint from being blown into the room. Carefully follow the Exhausting Details in the Installation Instructions.

of potential exposure to such substances.

fuels.

Warning—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance,

basic

precautions, including the following:

as described in this Use and Care Book.

●

This dryer must be properly installed

, and located in accordance with the

Installation Instructions before it

If you did not receive an Installation

details in Installation Instructions.

50°F.

for satisfactory operation of the dryer

to avoid

to the outside is STRONGLY

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

●

When disconnecting this appliance

Pull by

the

plug rather than the

cord

to avoid damage to the cord

skills

to carry out.

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 Duct—See Installation Instructions.

Use only rigid metal or flexible

metil

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 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.

USE OF

(such as padded

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~PORTANT

●

Garments labeled

(such as life jackets containing Kapok)

must not be put in your dryer.

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washed in, soaked in, or spotted

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 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.

Do not wash or dry articles

that have been cleaned in, with combustible or explosive

dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene,

“Dry

Away from

SAFETY

(continued)

Heat”

antior

~STRUCTIONS

To Minimize the Possibility of Injury

●

Never reach into the dryer

drum is moving.

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.

1 ~ Toavoidsucharesult, thegarment

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 be followed very carefully.

Close supervision is necessary

if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not children to play inside, on, or with this appliance or any discarded

Before loading, unloading

retardancy

while the

of fabrics.

allow

●

II:-

OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.

●

Keep the area around and underneath your

appliances free from the accumulation of

combustible materials,

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

DO NOT

lint,

paper, rags,

●

Keep all laundry aids (such

[

container

●

Keep the floor around your appliances clean

and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter).

/“

~Q••R

●

Do not tamper with the controls.

as detergents, bleaches, fabric

[

softeners, etc.) out of the reach

of children,

cabinet. Observe all warnings on

labels

to avoid personal injury.

●

To minimize the possibility of electric

shock,

power supply before attempting any

NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector

unplug this appliance from the

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-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

~STRUCTIONS

● Sort clothes by weight so you won ‘t have to run

or two heavier, slower-drying items.

● Do not overload your dryer.

to tumble freely.

● Use Automatic Cycles whenever possible to

to save energy.

● To help prevent ironing, use Knits/Del

(Medium Heat). Remove garments promptly at end of drying cycle and place on hangers.

● Dry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a “warm” dryer

will save energy.

●

Clean the dryer 1

● Clean the dryer exhaust

exhaust can lengthen drying time.

int fi Iter

For

each

ducting

efficient drying, clothes need

icates

time

you dry.

at least once a year. A partially clogged

extra cycle for

help

prevent overdying and

(Low Heat) or

Perm.

Press

T~SE

one

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HOW TO

OPEMTE

YOUR DRYER

WARNIN&To

or injury to persons when using your appliance, read the

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

reduce

the risk of fire, electric shock,

Vm;abhsg”al

MED

OFF/

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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 right for washing, they’re sorted right for drying. See the How to Sort the Clothes section. If you do mix various types of fabrics in your and remove when dry. Reset controls

load,

set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics

for

the remaining heavier fabrics.

Set

the

COntrOls

~Drying

Push a button to select the proper heat for your load.

Selections.

Drying Selections

Cottons

High Heat

Perm. Press Medium Heat

Knits~elicates Low Heat

Fluff

No Heat

See the Controls Setting Guide.

I Shouldbc

Automatic Perm. Press and

I Re~ular cycle!

used with cycles indicated ●

Automatic

Knits

●

CyC]eS

●

I I

Cycle Selector.

Turn the Cycle Selector to the desired The selector may be turned in either direction.

Timed Cycles

●

Extra Care Feature

(Operates Press and Knits cycles).

Turn the control knob to ON if desired. To minimize wrinkle setting in clothes, the Extra Care cycle provides approximately 15 minutes of no-heat tumbling after the clothes are dry. Use End-Of-Cycle Signal. Signal 5-minute intervals to remind you to remove the clothes.

End-of Cycle Signal.

Set this signal, if desired, to remind you to remove clothes from the dryer when the cycle ends. See the End-of Cycle

Start Button.

Press the Push to Start button to start the dryer. (Opening the dryer. To restart, close the door and press the Push to Start button).

cycle

only

with the Automatic Perm.

will

sound at

Signal

section at right.

door during operation stops the

setting.

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End-of-Cycle Signal.

Operates with any

cycle.

The signal control can be set anywhere between OFF and LOUD, depending on the desired sound

level. The

cycle

signal

will sound just before the end of the

remind you to remove the clothes.

To stop the signal while sounding, turn the signal control to OFF or advance the Cycle Selector to OFF.

The signal should always be used when drying

polyester knits or permanent press items which should be removed

soon as the dryer stops to

help prevent setting of wrinkles.

The signal should also be used with the

Extra Care Cycle.

Polyester Knits & Permanent Press Drying Tips

● DO NOT OVERLOAD—

Garments being dried or

dewrinkled should

tumble freely.

● REMOVE CLOTHES

PROMPTLY—To help prevent wrinkling, remove clothes from the dryer promptly at the end of the drying cycles.

Variable

MED

S@nal

● PLACE ON HANGERS—

Permanent press and polyester knit garments look best if placed on hangers after drying.

The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying

Automatic Drying

When using the Automatic Cycles, the

Automatic

Dry C(mtrol .sj)stern

continually senses the temperature of the air in the dryer drum. Wet laundry keeps the air cool. When laundry is dry enough ( and the drum air warm enough) the heat turns off. 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

oft]

until it automatically turns off dryer.

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.

Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles

Set to NORMAL Position

Set toward More Dry

Set toward Less Dry

● For most

normal

loads

For

loads

that include

weight fabrics.

● If you desire to remove

more moisture.

heavy-

● For light weight fabric

If you desire to remove

less moisture.

● For very small loads.

loads.

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CONTROLS SETTING GUIDE

Drying

Load

Cottons &

Permanent Press, Treated Cottons, Blends with Cotton

Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,

Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics

Sturdy

Delicate

Silks

including Silks and Wools

Rayon and Acetate

Down-filled garments,

if machine washing and drying

are recommended.

Baby Clothes—Sturdy: Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads, Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Coveralls.

See Special Instructions. Baby Clothes—Delicate Knits/Delicates

Blankets—Wool, Part Wool, Cotton, Electric, Synthetic. See

below

Curtains, Slipcovers, Draperies DO NOT MACHINE DRY FIBERGLASS.

Chenille Bedspreads, Robes. See below under “Extra-large Items.”

Rubber-c6ated Items, Laminated

Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim.

Bathmats and Rugs

Extra-large Items—Queen or King Size Sheets, Blankets or Spreads, Sleeping Bags, Insulated Jackets or Suits, Mattress Covers (Pads), Quilted Bedspreads.

Linens

and Wools, Blends

under “Extra-large Items.”

Selection*

Cottons

High Heat

Perm. Press Medium Heat

Perm. Press

Medium Heat Knits/Delicates Low Heat

Knits/Delicates

Low Heat

Knits/Delicates

Low Heat Cottons

High Heat

Cottons High Heat

Low Heat Cottons

High Heat

Cottons High Heat

Fluff No Heat

Cottons

High Heat Permanent Press

Medium Heat

For Different Fabrics and Loads

Cycle

Automatic Regular Cycle or Timed Cycle

Automatic and Knits Cycle Timed Cycle

Automatic Perm Press and Knits Cycle

Automatic Perm. Press and Knits Cycle

Automatic Perm. Press and Knits

Automatic Regular Cycle

Automatic Perm. Press and Knits Cycle

Timed Cycle

Perrn

Cycle

Press

Cycle Setting

See the Drying Selections Guide.

Set at Normal for dry; at Damp Dry for Ironing. See the Drying Selections Guide.

Use Extra Care Cycle if desired. De-Wrinkle setting to de-wrinkle garments that have not been washed.

See the Drying Selections Guide. Use Extra Care Cycle if desired.

Set toward Less Dry. See the Drying Selections Guide.

Set toward Less Dry.

Set at 20 to 25 minutes.

For first setting, set at 20 for second setting, set at 15 minutes.

First setting—20 minutes; additional settings—5 minutes.

Set for time desired.

First setting—20 minutes;

additional settings—5 minutes. First setting—20 minutes;

second setting—1 5 minutes; additional settings—5 minutes.

minutes;.

Pillows—Feather and filled (if manufacturer recommends they be dried in a dryer). See the Special Instructions.

*The terms High, Medium and Low Heat are those usually found on fabric care labels. For best results, follow your fabric care labels. NOTE: The Cycle Selector settings indicated above are to be used as a guide.

You may find that best results are obtained by setting the Cycle Selector to either side of the recommended settings.

Polyester-

Cottons High Heat

Timed Cycle

Set at 70 minutes.

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Special Instructions

Do not dry non-colorfast items with whites or light-colored items.

Do not overload dryer; clothes should tumble freely. Remove promptly as soon as dryer stops; place clothes on hangers to

minimize wrinkling.

Do not overload dryer; clothes should tumble freely. Remove promptly as soon as dryer stops, place clothes on hangers to

minimize wrinkling.

Dry silks and wools in your dryer only if recommended by the garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.

Tumble drying is mandatory. Down must be thoroughly dried to remove odor and prevent mildewing. Place two large, dry towels in the

dryer to improve tumbling and shorten drying time. Be sure to dry thoroughly.

IMPORTANT. If children’s

damage these fabrics. Check manufacturer’s drying instructions.

See

above

instructions.

Place in dryer with 3 or 4 dry towels which have been heated for 5 minutes. Set timer for 20 to 25 minutes. Do not set control for more than

25 minutes. Do only one blanket at a time. Remove blanket at end of cycle and

warm iron. Allow to dry before storing.

Use dry towels as buffers. Set timer for 20 minutes. If items are still wet, reset for 15 minutes and check again. Items should be removed

still

damp. Place slipcovers on furniture immediately. Hang draperies and curtains so that creases will

check filter for excess lint. Remove and restart dryer.

Tumble dry on Fluff (No Heat) setting as heat may cause alteration in shape, color and

Stop dryer periodically and check filter for excess lint. Remove and restart dryer.

Special precautions

again; and 5 minutes for each additional setting. Make sure that article does not dryer, but as they dry and fluff up may not have room to tumble. Check carefully every few minutes and if article is still wet or damp and fills dryer, finish drying on line. Do not, under any circumstances operate dryer for longer times without checking. CAUTION: If large items do not

have room to tumble, the air flow may be biocked which

cannot be dried in home size dryers. DO NOT tumble Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling

maximum time. Stop dryer occasionally and shake pillows to redistribute filling for more even drying. Check pillows at end of drying time. If they are not completely dry, return them to dryer and reset for more drying time. Feather pillows dry very slowly and must be dried

—

completely to prevent mildewing. DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing Kapok.

must be taken to dry extra-large items. Set dryer for 20 minutes then check

sleepwear is made of Modacrylic,

could

d~;ackets

tumble

dry only on Knits~elicates (Low) temperature. Normal Heat can

block

blanket back to original shape. Press binding with

fall

out. Stop dryer periodically and

appemance of such articles.

fill

drum. Many large articles, when wet, have ample room in

result in scorching your valuable items. Many large items, like shag rugs,

containing Kapok. (See filter cleaning instructions above. )

could

escape. Dry no more than one pillow at a time and set dryer for

carefilfy.

Set

15 minutes

for second setting, check

while

Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels

For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS.” For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,

D.C.

20402.

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Sort by Surface Texture

Separate

Sort by Fabric

Separate

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.

construction together whenever

poss[ble.

‘eparate’mfromBromB

Sort by Weight

Separate

Heavy Items

(such as

towels)

e’n

from

Light Items

(such as

cuflains)

fro’R

For information on tumble drying extra large items and different fabrics and loads, see the Controls Setting Guide.

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:

Drum with

Cottons & Linens

rum with

Permanent Press Load

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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 control panel and 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.

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 comer of the filter and wipe in a downward motion

all the way across

to the other corner.

Dryer Exhaust

Inspect and clean the dryer exhaust least once a year.

Lint Filter

ducting

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,

Drum Lamp

BEFORE REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB, BE SURE TO UNPLUG THE

DRYER POWER CORD. Unscrew the bulb and replace it with the same type

10 watt bulb.

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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 current. Most electric dryers use two.

● Controls improperly set. Make sure controls are set and the Start button is

pressed. Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart,

the door and press the Push to Start button.

● Dryer door is open. Close door

● 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 filer 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 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.

● 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.

● 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 machine wash or tumble

d~.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SHRINKAGE, KNITS

WRINKLING IN PERMANENT

PMSS

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

● Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some

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 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

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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PROBLEM

(continued)

SOLmR

PROBLEM

WRIN~ING

PERMANENT PRESS AND “NO-IRON ITEMS” (continued)

POSSIBLE CAUSE

TO REMOVE WMN=ES:

●

Retumble

●

Rerinse

● If unsuccessful, retumble on normal temperature for 10-12 minutes

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.

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.

If you need more help... call, toll free: GE Answer

800.626.2000 consumer information service

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on Permanent Press setting.

and dry on Permanent Press setting,

YOU

follow good laundry procedures

and Permanent

pofiion

of the fabric can

Mess

Also, in

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scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience

weekdays

days). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and so most repairs can be one visit.

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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

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of

charge,

patis and service labor in

your home to repair or replace

any

pati

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

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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 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

Facto~ Service

Centers or by our authorized

Care@

Customer

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

● Damage to product caused

or used commercially.

by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOT

RESPONSIBLE FOR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states

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.

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

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