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Safetg instructions ........ 2-5

Operating Instructions

Control Panels ................ 6-8

Cycle Options ................ 9, !0

Dryer Features ................. !0

Loading and Using

the Dryer .................... 16, 17

Reversing the Door Swing .... 11-15

Stacking ................... 19-22

Venting the Dryer .............. 18

Troubleshooting Tips .... 23-25

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ............. 28

Warranty ..................... 27

DBVH510

DBVH512

DCVH515

DCVHg60

DHDVH52

DHDVH66

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

They are on the label on

the front of the drger behind

the door.

175D1807P584 49-90316 12-06JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

Foryoursafety,theinformationin this manualmustbe followed tominimize the risk of fire

or explosion,electric shock, or topreventproperty damage,personalinjury,or death.

• Do notstoreor use gasoline or other

flammable vaporsand liquids in the

vicinityof thisoranyother appliance.

• Installationand service mustbeperformed

bya qualified installer,service agency or

the gassupplier.

WHATTODOIF YOUSMELLGAS:

[] Do nottry tolighta match,or cigarette, or

turnonanygas orelectrical appliance.

[] Do nottouchanyelectrical switch; do not

useanyphone in yourbuilding.

[] Clear the room,buildingor area ofall

occupants.

[]Immediately call,yourgassupplier

froma neighborsphone. Follow the

gassupplier'sinstructionscarefully.

[] If youcannot reach yourgassupplier,

call thefire department.

Caflfomia Safe Drinking Water and ToxicEnforcement Act

This act requires tile goxemor of Califimfia to publish a list of substances kno_n to tile state to catLse cance_,

birth defects or other reproductive ham_ and reqtfires businesses to warn customei_ of potential exl)osure

to Stlch stlbst_lnces.

Gas al)l)liances C_lil C_ltlSe iilinoi" exl)OStli'e to J[()/li" of these s/ibst;inces_ nai/lelv benzene, C_li'bon illonoxide,

fimnaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or I,P fllels.

Propedy a(!jusmd (h'ye_s will minimize incomplete combustion. EN)osure to these substances can be

minimized fln'ther by propedy venting tile dryer to tile out(loo_.

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PROPERINSTALLAtiON

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by

visiting ge.cem, or by calling 800.GE.CARE$ (800.432.2737).

[] Properly ground dryer to confi}nn with all

governing codes and ordinances. Follow details

in Installation Instructions.

[] Install or store where it will not be exposed to

temperatures below fi'eezing or exposed to

the weather:

[] Collnect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power supply circuit to a_dd electrical overload.

[] Remove the colored protective film i/"om both

the control panel and the doo,:

[] Remo\v all shaq) packing items and dispose

ot all shipping materials properly.

[] Do not *emove the vent protector fi'om the

back of the d,yet (on some models).

[] Pull the p_otector out and down to its lowest

position and connect the exhaust duct to the

drvel; The lower ed protector will prevent the

duct ii'om getting crushed (on some models).

Exhaus_/Ducting:

[_] Dryers MUSTbe exhausted to the outside to

prevent l'u'oe,_ amounts of moisture and lint

fl'om being blown into the room.

[_Lse onl) ngld metal or flexable metal 4

diameter ducr_ork inside the dr_er cabinet or

fi:,r exha usting to the (re,side. USE OF PLASTIC

OROTHERCOMBUSTIBLEBUCTWORKCAN

CAUSE,4FIRE.PUNCTUREDBUCTWORKCAN

CAUSEA FIREIFITCOLLAPSESORBECOMES

OTHERWISERESTRICTEDIN USEORDURING

INSTALLATION.

For complete details, fbllow the Installation

Insmmtions.

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.

READALLiNSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

k, WARNING!

YOURIAUNDflYAflEA

• Keep the area underneath and around ",'our

appliances fl'ee of combustible materials

(lint, paper; rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals

and other flammable wq)o_ and liquids.

• Keep the floor around your appliances clean

and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

• Close supervision is necessm T if this appliance

is used bv or near children. Do not allow children

to play on, with or inside this or any other

appliance.

• Keep all lmlnd_w aids (such as detergents,

bleaches, etc.) out (ff the reach of chikh'en,

preli_rably in a locked cabinet. Observe all

warnings on container labels to avoid injury.

• Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.

WHENUSINGYOURDRYER

• Never reach into the dt_'er while the drum is

moving. Before loading, mfloading or adding

clothes, wait until the drum has completely

stopped.

• Clean the lint filter befin'e each load to prevent

lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the

room. DO NOT OPERATETHE DRYERWITHOUT

THELINT FILTERIN PLACE.

• Do not wash or dr)" articles that have been

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted

with combustible or explosive substances (such as

wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning

solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or

explode. Do not add these substances to the

wash water Do not use or place these substances

around your washer or dryer during operation.

• Do not place items eN)osed to cooking oils in

wmr (hTe_: Items contaminated with cooking oils

may contribute to a chemical reaction that could

cause a clothes load to catch fire.

•Anv article on which wm have used a cleaning

solvent or that contains flammable materials

(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in

beaut)' salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)

must not be placed in or near the d_wer until

solvents or flammable materials have been

removed. There are many highly flammable

items used in homes such as acetone, denatured

alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some household

cleanei_, SOllle spot i'ell/overs, ttli])entines,

WaXes, WaX i'eillovers and pi'o(hlctS containing

petroleum distillates.

• The laundry process can reduce the flame

retardanc_ of rid)tics. To axoid such a result,

careflllE fi)llow the gmment manufacturer's

eai'e instlllctions.

• Do not dry articles containing rubbe_; plastic,

foam or si_nilar materials such as padded bras,

temfis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby

pants, plastic bags, pillows, etc., that may melt or

burn. Some rubber materials, when heated, can

under certain drcumstances produce fire by

spont;i neo/is COil/b/istion.

• Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may

bm_ or melt on top (ff tile dryer during

opei_ltion.

• (;mments labeled OryAway from Heat or Do Not

Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing kapok)

lit liSt not be put in your (h'vet:

• Do not (h T fiberglass articles in your dryer:

Skin irritation could result fl'om the remaining

particles that may be picked up by clothing

dulJng subsequent dryer rises.

• To minimize the possibility of electric shock,

unphlg this appliance fl'om the power supply

or disccmnect the dryer at the building's

distribution panel b)' removing the fllse or

switching off the circuit breaker befi)re

attempting any maintenance or cleaning

(except the removal and cleaning of the lint

filter). NOTE: Pressing START, STOP or POWER

does NOTdisconnect the appliance fi'om the

power supply.

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WHENUSINGYOURDRYER(cont.)

• Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is

damaged, nmlflmcdoning, partially disassembled,

or has missing or broken parts, including a

damaged cord or plug.

• The interior of the machine and the exhaust

duct connection inside the (hyer should be

cleaned at least once a year by a qualified

technidan. See the Loadingand Using the Dryer

section.

• If vom_ is a gas (hTe_, it is equipped with an

automatic electric ignition and does not have

a pilot light. DONOTATTEMPT TOLIGHT WITHA

MATCH. Burns may result fr(>m having your hand

in the vicinity of the burner when the atltoi/latic

• Ybu may wish to soften your laundered lid)tics

or reduce the static electridtv in them by using

a (hTe_=ai)i)lied thl)_ic softener or an anti-static

condifione_; We recommend you use either a

tid)_ic softener in the wash cycle, according to

the manufi_cturer's instructions for those

products, or t_?' a drye>added product fin.

which the manuemmrer gives written assurance

on the package that their product can be saflqv

used in your (h_'e_: Service or perfimnance

problems caused by use of these products are

the responsibili D' of the manuthcture_ of those

products and are not covered under the warranty

to this appliance.

ignition ttlrnS {)n.

WHENNOTUSINGYOURDRYER

• Grasp the plug firefly when disconnecting this

appliance to avoid damage to the cord while

pulling. Place the cord away from traffic areas

so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or

subjecmd to damage.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of

this appliance or attempt any se_Mcing unless

specifically recommended in this Owner's Manual

or in published use>repair instructions that you

understand and have the skills to car_ T out.

• Before discarding a (hTe_; or removing it fl'om

se_Mce, remove the (hTer door to prevent

children fl'om hiding inside.

• Do not tamper with controls.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe dryercontrolpanel

Youcan locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.

Model DHDVH52, DHDVH66

Model DCVH515, DCVH660

Model DBVH512

Model DBVH510

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Power

Press to "wake up" the displa). If the displa) is actixe, press to put the drxer in the standby mode.

/VOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply

O Dry Cycles

The dr_ cwle controls the length and tumble speed of the drying process. The chart below will

help )ou match the dr_ setting with the loads.

Sensor Cycles

co'r]'oNs For cottons and most linens.

MIXED LOAD Forloads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.

EASY CARE Forwrinkle-free and permanent press items.

ACTIVE WEAR Clothing worn for active sports exercise and some casual wear. Fabrics include new technology finishes

and stretch fibers such as Spandex.

DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

DRYELTM Designed for use with the DRYEL_ "dry clean only" fabric care system. See product package for directions.

For questions or issues related to use and performance of DRYEL_, see the Website at: www.dryel.com.

SPEED DRY For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sports or school uniforms. Can also be used if the

previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands.

Timed Dry Cycles

DEWRINKLE For removing wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp. This cycle is not recommended for

delicate fabrics.

WARM UP Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.

AIR FLUFF Use this feature to tumble items without heat.

My Cycle(on some models)

MY CYCLE Press to use, create or modify custom dry cycles.

Timed Dry

Use to set your own dry time. TIMED DRYis also recoininended for small loads.

To use TIMED DRY."

I. Turn dry cycle dial t(> TIMED DRY..

2. Select the drying time by pressing the ÷and -buttons,

3. Select the DRY.TEMP,

4. Close the door,

5. Press START

Sensor Dry Level

The sensor contintu)usl)' monitors the amount of moisture in the load, When the moisture in your

clothes reaches your selected dry level, the dryer will stop.

MORE DRY Use for heavy or mixed type of fabrics.

DRY Use for normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle

for energy saving.

LESS DRY Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).

DAMP For leaving items partially damp.

Aboutthe dryercontrolpanel

O Dry Temp

You can chanoe_ the temperature ot your dry cycle.

ANTI-BACTERIAL

(onsome models)

Thisoptionmayonlybeusedwith COTTONSorMIXED LOADcycles.Thisoptionreducescertain

typesof bacteriaby99.9%,including:Staphy/ococcusaureus,PseuflomonasaeruginosaandK/ebsie//a

pneumoniae*.Theanti-bacterialprocessoccurswhenhigh heatis usedduringa portionofthis

dryingcycle.

NOTE:Donot usethiscycleondelicatefabrics.

TheAnti-BacterialCycleis Certifiedby NSFInternational(formerlyNationalSanitationFoundation)

to NSFProtocolP154SanitizationPerformanceof ResidentialClothesDryers.

NSF Protocol P 154 ]

S midzatio_l Perfbrmailce of

Residential (_]othes Dryers

HIGH Forregularto heavycottons.

MEDIUM Forsynthetics,blendsanditems labeledpermanentpress.

LOW Fordelicates,syntheticsanditems labeledTumb/eDryLow.

EXTRALOW Forlingerieandspecial-carefabrics.

NO HEAT Canonlybeusedwith TIMED DRY.

(onsomemodels)

O START

Press to start a (h'_ cycle. If the (h'_er is Hmning press it once and it will pause the dr_er.

Press it again to restart the dry c_cle.

My Cycle (on some models)

Set up your fh\'orite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall.

These custom settings can be set while a cycle is in progress.

Tostore a MY CYCLEcombination of settings:

I. Select your drying cycle.

2. Change DRY TEMP _nd SENSOR DRYLEVEL settings to fit your needs.

3. Select any drying OPTIONSw)u want.

4. Press and hold the _ pad for three seconds to store your selection. A beep will sound

and the pad will light up.

Torecall your stored MY CYCLEcombination:

Press the MYCYCLEbutton belore drying a load.

Tochange your stored MY CYCLEcombination:

Follow steps 1-4 in "To store a MY CYCLEcombination of settings"

"CLEAN LINT FILTER"(message)

(This message represents only a reminder.)

After the POWER button is pressed, the "CLEAN LINT FILTER"message could appear if the prexious

c_cle was not finished.

This messaoe,,_ will disappear after the STARTbutton is pressed.

Exert thouoh you have already cleaned the filter (befi_re or after the POWER button has been

pressed), the "CLEAN LINT RLTER'message will still be displa)ed until the SYARYbutton is actixated.

Aboutcycle options.

NOTE"Not all features are available on all dryer models.

Extend Tumble

Minimizes wrinkles by adding

approximately 60 minutes (ff no-heat

tmnbling after clothes are dry. The beeper

will sound e\'eI_' 2 minutes to remind you

to remove the clothes. The ES_MATED

TIME REMAINING display will show 00.

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Damp Alert (on some models)

This option causes the dryer to beep when

clothes have dried to a damp level. Remove

items that you wish to hang (ha': The DAMP

ALERTwill only beep when this option

is selected.

Removino clothes and hanging them when

they are damp can reduce the need to iron

soi//e items.

Signal

_Merts you that the cycle is complete. The

beeper will continue to sotmd e\'e_' two

minutes fi)r the next 6 minutes, until the

clothes have been removed. The clothes

should be removed when the beeper goes

off so wrinkles don't set in.

Press SIGNALto select low, medimn or high

xohune, or to turn the beeper off.

iiii

Delay Start

Use to delay the start ot yore" (h've_;

I. (_hoose vom" (h T cycle and any options.

2. Press DELAYSTART You can change the

delay time in 1 hot]}" increments using

the + or - arrow pads.

3. Press the STARTpad to start the

COtlntdown.

The cotmtdown time will be shown in the

ESTIMATEDTIMEREMAININGdisplay:

NOTES:

• If thedoorisopenedwhilethedryeris

in OEL4y thecountdowntime wifl not restart

unlessthedooris dosedandSTARThasbeen

pressedagain.

• Youcan delaythestart ofadrycycleupto

18hoursfor modelsDCVH515,DHDVH52,

DBVH51ZDCVH660,DHOVH66andup to

10hoursfor modelDBVH510.

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