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Operating Instructions, Tips
Automatic Drying ...........................................7
Controls Setting Guide .............................8, 9
Cycle
Drying Selections Guide ...............................7
Energy-Saving Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Knits Drying
Loading
Operating the Dryer ..................................6, 7
Timed Drying
Permanent Press Drying Tips ........7, 13, 14
Sorting Clothes ........................................6, 10
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Care and Cleaning
Dryer Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lint Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
User Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Setiings..................................................6
Tips......................................7, 13
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Repair Service
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
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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
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of fw or
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e~losion
or to prevent property damage,
Save time and money.
Before you request service . . .
check the Problem Solver
section. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
If you received a
damaged dryer...
Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the dryer.
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Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on the
front of the dryer behind the door.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came
with your dryer. Before sending
in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
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Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your dryer.
persod i~ury
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to
or loss of
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drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
.abeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
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 follow 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
your gas
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reach your gas supplier,
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and
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agency or
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FINALLY, if your problem
is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North
Chicago, IL 60606
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supptier’s
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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
tie
outdoors.
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Warning—To reduce the risk of fire,
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Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.
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before it is used. If you did not receive an
hstallation
dryer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free,
the GE Answer
—Properly ground to conform with all
—Lwate where the temperature is above
—Connect to a properly rated, protected
—Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY
electric
when using
precautions, including the following:
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This dryer must be properly
(,
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governing codes and ordinances.
detitis
in Installation Instructions.
(lO°C.)
control system. Do not instill or store the
dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
and sized power supply circuit to avoid
electrical overload.
RECOMMENDED to prevent large amounts
of moisture and lint from being blown into the
room. Carefully follow the Exhausting Details
in the Installation Instructions.
for satisfactory operation of the dryer
shmk,
or injury to persons
your appliance, follow basic
installed and located in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
Instructions sheet with your
Center@,
800,626.2000.
Follow
50°F.
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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
●
When disconnecting this appliance
@
PU1l by the
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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
Minitize
cord
plug
rather
to avoid damage to the cord or
than the
the Possibility
out
of a Fire Hazard
●
Exhaust
Use only rigid
diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet
or for exhausting to the outside. USE OF
PLASTIC OR OTHER
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A ~RE.
OTHER EASILY PUNCTURED DUCTWORK
CAN CAUSE A
BECOMES OTHERWISE
USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.
●
Do not use heat to dry articles containing
plastic, or similar materials (such as padded
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
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 the operation.
Duct+ee
metil
Instigation Instructions.
or
flefible metil
COMBUS~BLE
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COLLAPSES OR
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circumstances
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(continued next page)
OR
rubber?
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WORTANT
●
Garments labeled
(such as life jackets containing Kapok)
must not be put in your dryer.
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soaked in, orspotted with
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(such as wax, paint, gasoline,
dry-cleaning
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, washed in,
combustible or explosive substances
“Dry
solventi,
Away from Heat”
degreasers,
kerosene, etc.) which
SAFEH ~STRUCTIONS
(continued)
antior
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.
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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 be followed very carefully.
●
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
retardancy of fabrics.
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the dryer or in the room. DO NOT
OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT
FILTER IN PLACE.
●
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 individual.
. Clean the lint
to prevent
filter
before each load
lint
accumulation inside
●
Keep all laundry aids (such
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container labels to avoid personal injury.
●
Keep the floor around your appliances clean
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
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maintenance or cleaning (except the removal
and cleaning of the lint filter).
*
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Do not tamper with the controls.
as detergents, bleaches, fabric
softeners, etc.) out of the reach
of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe all warnings on
c
To minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from the
power supply before attempting any
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
knob to an OFF position does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
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not
operate this appliance if it is
tiunctioning,
partially disassembled, or has
damaged>
missing or broken parts, including a damaged
cord or plug.
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Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
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yours is
a gas dryer, it is equipped with an
automatic electric ignition and does not have
a
pflot
light. DO NOT ATTEM~ TO LIGHT
W~
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
Anti-shtic
Conditioners
Softeners or
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
tie
warranty of this appliance.
SAW T~SE
~STRUCTIONS
● Sort clothes by weight so you won’t have to run an extra cycle for one
or two heavier, slower-drying items.
● Do not overload your dryer. For efficient drying, clothes need
to tumble freely.
● To help prevent ironing, use Knits/Low 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 lint filter each time you dry.
● Clean the dryer exhaust
exhaust can lengthen drying time.
ducting
at least once a year. A partially clogged
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HOW TO
OPEMTE
YOUR DRYER
WARNINGTO
persons when using your appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
—
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.
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
load, set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics and remove
Reset controls for the remaining heavier fabrics.
when
dry.
Set the Controls
See the Controls Setting Guide.
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Drying Selections.
Select the proper heat for
your load.
@
Cycle Selector.
Turn the Cycle Selector to
the desired cycle setting.
The selector may be turned
in either direction.
@
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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The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying
Automatic Drying
Timed Drying
When using the Automatic cycles, the When using the Timed Cycles, you select the number
Automatic DV
Control system continually senses of minutes you wish the dryer to run and it turns off at
the temperature of the air in the dryer drum. Wet the end of this time period.
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
Polyester
●
DO NOT
Garments
dewrinkled should tumble freely.
of~ until it automatically turns off dryer.
Kniti
& Permanent Press Drying Tips
OVERLOAD—
being dried or
●
REMOVE CLOTHES
PROMPTLY—To help prevent
wrinkling, remove clothes from
the dryer promptly at the end of
●
PLACE ON
HANGERS—
Permanent press and polyester
knit garments look best if placed
on hangers after drying.
the drying cycles.
Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles
Set to NORMAL Position
● For most
normal
loads. ● For loads that include heavy-
Set toward More Dry
weight fabrics.
. If you desire to remove
more moisture.
Set toward Less Dry
f
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● For light weight fabric loads.
● If you desire to remove
less moisture.
● For very small loads.
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CONTROL
SETT~G GU~E
FOR
D~FERENT
Load
Cottons and Linens
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons,
Blends with Cotton
Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon,
Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics
Sturdy
Delicate
Silks and Wools, Blends including
Silk and Wool
Rayon and Acetate
Down-filled Garments, if machine
washing and drying are recommended.
Baby Clothes—Sturdy, such as
Diapers, Nightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, Receiving Blankets,
Coveralls
Baby Clothes—Delicate
Blankets—Wool, Part-wool, Cotton,
Electric, Synthetic. See below under
“Extra-large Items.”
Curtains, Slipcovers, Draperies.
DO NOT MACHINE DRY
HBERGLASS.
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes.
See below under Extra-large Items.
Rubber-coated Items, Laminated
Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and
Articles with Plastic Trim.
Bathmats and Rugs
Size Sheets, Blankets or Spreads,
Sleeping Bags, Insulated Jackets or
Suits, Mattress Covers (Pads),
Quilted Bedspreads.
FABWCS
Drying Selection*
Normal
Normal
Normal
Low/Knits
Low/Knits
Low/Knits
Normal
Normal
Low/Knits
Normal
+
No Heat Timed Cycle Set for time desired.
Normal
Low/Knits
Cycle
Automatic Regular Cycle
or Timed Cycle
Automatic Perm.
Press Cycle
Timed Cycle
Automatic Perm.
Press Cycle
Automatic Perm.
Press Cycle
Automatic Perm.
Press Cycle
I
Automatic Regular Cycle
Automatic Regular Cycle
Automatic Perm.
Press Cycle
Timed Cycle Set at 20 to 25 minutes.
I
Timed Cycle
Timed CycleExtra-large Items—Queen or King
AND LOADS
Cycle Setting
See Drying Selections Guide.
See Drying Selections Guide.
See Drying Selections Guide.
Set toward LESS DRY.
See Drvinz Selections Guide.
Set toward LESS DRY.
See Drying Selections Guide.
Set toward LESS DRY.
For first setting, set at 20 minutes;
For second setting—set 15 minutes.
For first setting, set at 20 minutes;
additional settings—5 minutes.
For first setting, set at 20 minutes;
additional settings—5 minutes.
For first setting, set at 20 minutes;
second setting—1 5 minutes;
additional settings—5 minutes.
Pillows—Feather and
filled (if manufacturer recommends
they be dried in a dryer). See
Special Instructions.
*The terms
NOTE: The
You may find that best results are obtained by setting the
Hi~h.
C~cle
Polyester-
Medium and Low Heat are those
Selector settings indicated above are t; be used as a guide.
Normal
usuallv
8
Timed Cycle
found on fabric care labels. For best results.
Cycle Selector to either side of the recommended settings.
Set at 70 minutes.
follow vour
.
fabric care labels.
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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 onl} 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
Check manufacturer’s drying instructions.
See above for instructions.
sleepwear is made of Modacrylic, tumble dry only on Low/Knits. Normal Heat can damage these fabrics.
Place in dryer with
25 minutes. Do only one blanket at a time. Remove blanket at end of cycle and block blanket back to original shape. Press binding with warm
iron. Allow to
Use dry towels as buffers. Set timer for 20 minutes. If items are
still damp.
check filter for excess lint. Remove and restart dryer.
Tumble on NO HEAT setting
Stop dryer periodically and check filter for excess lint. Remove and restart dryer.
Special precaution.s must be taken for extra-large items. Set dryer for 20 minutes then
again; and 5 minutes for each additional setting. Make sure that article does not
dryer, but as they dry and
dryer, finish drying on line. Do not, under any circumstances operate dryer for
have room to tumble, the air flow may be blocked which could result in scorching your valuable items. Many
cannot be dried in home size dryers. DO NOT tumble dry jackets containing Kapok. (See filter cleaning instructions above.)
Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape. Dry no more than one
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
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
dry
before storing.
still
wet, reset for 15 minutes and check again. Items should be removed while
Place
slipcovers on furniture immediately. Hang draperies and curtains so that creases
as
heat may cause alteration in shape, color and appearance of such articles.
fill
drum. Many large articles, when wet, have ample room in
fluff up may not have room to tumble. Check carefully every few minutes and if article is still wet or damp and fills
longer
fiPOK.
will fall
out. Stop dryer periodically and
check carefilly. Set 15 minutes for second setting, check
times without checking.
pillow
CA~ON:
l~e
at a time and set dryer for
If large items do not
items, like shag rugs,
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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HOW TO SORT
CLOTmS
Sort
Separate
Sort by Fabric
Separate
by Sutiace Texture
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Producers
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cottons &
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Linens
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Sort by Color
Lint
from
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Collectors
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Synthetics,
Blends&
Poly
Knits
Lint
from
g=pe&~:s\ent
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LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and
chenille—give up lint.
LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and
napped fabrics
lint. These must be dried separately.
from
%
Delicates
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m
like
velveteen and corduroy—attract
In addition to
sorting to reduce
lint collection, we
recommend that you
wash fabrics of similar
construction together
whenever possible.
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Sort by Weight
Separate
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Heavy Items
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HOW TO LOAD
Don’t overload your dryer.
Crowded loads don’t dry
efficiently and clothes may
be
unnecesstily
Loads should look like this:
wrinkled.
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Light Items
‘rem ~ (such as
cutiains)
fromm
For information on tumble drying extra large
items and different fabrics and
Controls Setting Guide.
T~
CLOTmS
loads,
see the
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Drum with
Cottons & Linens
—
Permanent Press Load
m with
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User Maintenance Instructions
CAUTION:
in your new residence, be sure your licensed electrician confirms that
the supply voltage matches the voltage specified on the rating plate.
If yours is an electric dryer, before you have it connected
Dryer Exterior
Wipe off any spills or washing Dryer control panel and
compounds. Wipe or dust with
a damp cloth. Try not to strike some laundry pretreatment
the surface with sharp objects. soil and stain remover products
finishes may be damaged by
if such products are sprayed on or
have direct contact with the dryer.
Dryer Drum Dryer Exhaust
The porcelain enamel drum
is rust-resistant and requires
no special care.
Inspect and clean the dryer
exhaust
ducting
at least once a year.
Lint Filter
Before every dryer
use, clean the lint
Put
filter.
your
moistened fingers
at the corner of the
filter and wipe in a
downward motion
all the way across
to the other corner.
Periodically,
remove the lint
filter and insert
the suction hose
from
your vacuum
cleaner into
the opening.
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 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 current. Most electric dryers use two.
●
Controls improperly set. Make sure controls are set and Start knob is
Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close the door
and turn the Start knob.
● Dryer door is open. Close door
● Circuit is overloaded. Do not operate other appliances on the same electrical
securely+er
will not run with door
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
● Improper ducting. Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with the
filer with vacuum cleaner. See the Care and Cleaning section.
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
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.
s
Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two more similar articles,
even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
turned.
open,
blown or
SHRINKAGE, GENERAL
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● Some fabrics will shrink whether machine washed and tumble dried or
washed by hand and drip dried; others may
k
safely washed but will shrink
in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels exactly. If in doubt,
do not machine wash or tumble dry.
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PROBLEM
S~W~GE,
W~~ING
PE~ANENT
AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS
~ITS
IN
PRESS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
●
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
Maybe
fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering.
noticed in older garments
that have been laundered many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for
Relaxation Shrinkage above.
●
Shrinkage caused by overheating
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.
Q
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.
occurs in certain knit fabrics that have
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A
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PROBLEM
(continued)
SOL~R
PROBLEM
WR~~~G
PERMA~T P~SS
“NO-IRON
(continued)
IN
~MS”
AND
POSSIBLE CAUSE
TO
~MOVE W~~ES:
●
Retumble on
●
Rerinse md
s
If unsuccessful,
and hang immediately.
●
Iron
●
Send to Dry Cleaners for pressing.
●
Some
*NOTE:
clothes
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.
If you need more help... call, toll free:
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
Center@
Permanent Press setting.
dry on Permanent Press setting.
retumble
on normal temperature for 10-12 minutes
carefilly.
writies
may remain which cannot be removed, *
If
YOU
fouow good
still
come out writiled, the finish may
laundry
procedures wd Permanent
not
be good quality.
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES DRYER
Save proof of ofiginal purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge,
your home to repair or replace
any
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
or call, toll free:
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information
● Improper installation.
problem, contact your dealer
or installer. You are responsible
for providing adequate electrical,
exhausting and other connecting
facilities.
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pan
of the
dryer that fails
at
the address below,
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If you have an installation
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
D.C.
and Washington,
warranty is the same except that it
is LIMITED because you must pay
to ship the product to the
shop or for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
All warranty
provided by our Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer
normal working hours.
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period
or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
● Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
● Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended
purpose or used commercially.
● Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
sewice will be
Care@
In Alaska the
sewice
servicers during
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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
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<onsumer
This book is printed on recycled paper.
Part No. 113D5497P223
No.
49-9703
Pub
6-W CG
Warrantor: General Electric Company
Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
va~
from state to state.
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