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Safety Instructions ........ 2-5

Operating Instructions

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

Cgcle Options ................. 9, 10

Drger Features .................. 10

Loading and Using

the Drger ..................... 16, 17

Reversing the Door Swing .... 11-15

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

Venting the Drger ............... 18

Troubleshooting Tips .... 23-25

Consumer Support

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

Warrantg ....................... 27

DBVH520
DCVH640

DCVH680

DHDVH68

Write the model and serial
numbers here:

Model #
Serial #

Theg are on the label on
the front of the drger behind

the door.

175D1807P611 49-90545 ll-07JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal inJury, or

death.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Installation end service must be
performed by o qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

WHAT TO DO IF VOU SMELL GAS:

[] Do not try to light a match, or cigarette,

or turn on any gas or electrical
appliance.

[] Do not touch any electrical switch;

do not use any phone in your building.

[] Clear the room, building or area of all

occupants.

California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act

Thisact requiresthe governor ofCaliforniato publish alist of substancesknown to the stateto causecancer,

birth defects or other reproductiveharm and requires businessesto warn customers of potential exposure

to such substances.
Gasappliances can cause minor exposureto four of these substances,namelu benzene,carbon monoxide,

formaldehyde and soot, caused primarilu bg the incomplete combustion of natural gasor LPfuels.

[] Immediately call your gas supplier

from a neighbor's phone. Follow the
gas supplier's instructions carefully.

]If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the fire department.

Properluadjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposureto these substances can beminimized

further bg properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

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PROPERINSTALLATION

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. tf blou did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by

visiting ge.com, or bg calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

• Properlyground dryer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances.Follow details
in Installation Instructions.

• Installorstore where it will not beexposed

to temperatures below freezing or exposed
to the weatheE

• Connectto a properly rated, protected and sized
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

• Removethe colored protective film from both

the control panel and the dooE

• Removeallsharppacking items and dispose

of all shipping materials properly.

• Donotremovethe vent protector from the back

of the dryer {on somemodels).

• Pullthe protector out and down to itslowest
position and connect the exhaust duct to the drgeE

Thelowered protector will prevent the duct from
getting crushed (onsome models).

Exhaust/Ducting:

I_1 DrgersMUSTbe exhausted to the outside to

prevent largeamounts of moisture and lint from
being blown into the room.

I_ Useonly rigid metal or flexiblemetal 4" diameter
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ductwork inside the drger cabinet or for
exhausting to the outside.USEOFPLASTICOR

OTHERCOMBUSTIBLEDUCTWORKCANCAUSE
A FIRE.PUNCTUREDDUCTWORKCANCAUSEA

FIREIFITCOLLAPSESORBECOMESOTHERWISE
RESTRICTEDIN USEORDURINGINSTALLATION.

For complete details, follow the Installation
Instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

,it WARNING!

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

• Keepthe area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials

(lint,paper,rags, etc.),gasoline, chemicals
and other flammable vapors and liquids.

• Keepthe floor around your appliancesclean
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

• Closesupervisionis necessary ifthis appliance
is usedby or near children. Do not allow childrento

play on,with or insidethis or any other appliance.

WHEN USING YOUR DRYER

• Never reach into the dryer while the drum is
moving. Beforeloading, unloading or adding

clothes,wait until the drum has completely
stopped.

• Cleanthe lint filter before each load to prevent lint
accumulation inside the dryer or inthe room.

DONOTOPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUT
THELINT FILTERIN PLACE.

• Do not wash ordry articlesthat have been
cleaned in,washed in,soaked in or spotted

with combustible or explosive substances
(suchas 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 placethese
substances around your washer or dryer during

operation.

• Do not place items exposed to cooking oilsin your
dryer Items contaminated with cooking oilsmay

contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause
a clothes load to catch fire.

• Any article onwhich you have used a cleaning
solvent or that contains flammable materials

(suchas cleaning cloths, mops,towels used in
beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops,etc.)

must not be placed in or near the dryer until
solvents or flammable materials have been

removed.There are many highly flammable items
used in homes suchasacetone, denatured alcohol,

gasoline,kerosene,some household cleaners, some
spot removers,turpentines, waxes, wax removers

and products containing petroleum distillates.

• Keep all laundry aids(suchas detergents,
bleaches,etc.)out of the reach of children,

preferably in a locked cabinet. Observeall
warnings on container labels to avoid injury.

• Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.

• Thelaundry processcan reduce the flame
retardancy offabrics. Toavoid such a result,

carefully follow the garment manufacturer's
care instructions.

• Do not dry articles containing rubber,plastic,foam
or similar materials such as padded bras,tennis

shoes,galoshes,bath mats, rugs,bibs, baby pants,
plastic bags, pillows,etc.,that may melt or burn.
Somerubber materials,when heated, can under

certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous
combustion.

• Do not store plastic,paper or clothing that may
burn or melt ontop of the dryer during operation.

• Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not
TumbleDry (suchas lifejackets containing kapok)

must not be put in your dryer.

• Do not dry fiberglassarticles in your dryer.
Skinirritation could result from the remaining

particles that may be picked up by clothing
during subsequent dryer uses.

• Tominimizethe possibility of electric shock, unplug
this appliance from the power supplyor disconnect

the dryer at the building'sdistribution panel by
removing the fuse or switching off the circuit

breaker before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning (exceptthe removal and cleaning of the

lint filter) NOTE:PressingSTART,STOPor POWER
doesNOTdisconnect the appliance from the power

supply.

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WHEN USING YOUR DRYER(cont.)

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• Never attempt to operate this appliance ifit is
damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,

or has missing or brokenparts, including a
damaged cord or plug.

• Theinterior of the machine and the exhaust
duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned

at least oncea gear bga qualified technician.
Seethe Loading and Usingthe Dryer section.

• If yoursisa gas dryer,it isequipped with an
automatic electric ignition and does not have

a pilot light.DO NOTATTEMPTTO LIGHTWITHA
MATCH.Burnsmay result from having your hand

in the vicinity ofthe burner when the automatic
ignition turns on.

WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER

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• Graspthe plug firmly when disconnecting this
appliance to avoid damage to the cord while

pulling. Placethe cord awag from traffic areas
so itwill not be stepped on, tripped overor

subjected to damage.

• Youmag wish to soften gour laundered fabrics
or reduce the static electricitg in them bgusing

a dryer-applied fabric softeneror an anti-static
conditioneEWe recommend you use either

a fabric softener inthe wash cgcle,according
to the manufacturer's instructions for those

products, or try a drger-added product for which
the manufacturer giveswritten assurance on

the package that their product can be safely
used in your dryer.Serviceor performance

problems caused bg use of these products
are the responsibility of the manufacturers

of those products and arenot covered under
the warrantg to this appliance,

• Beforediscarding a drger,or removing it from
service,remove the drger doorto preventchildren

from hiding inside.

• Do not tamper with controls.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace ang part
of this applianceor attempt ang servicingunless

specificallyrecommended in this Owner's Manual
or in publisheduser-repairinstructions that you

understand and have the skillsto carrg out.

READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the drger control panel.

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

Model DHDVH68

Model DCVH680

Model DCVH640

Model DBVH520

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Power

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Press to "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to put the dryer in the standby mode.

NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

e Dry Cycles

The dry cycle controls the length and tumble speed of the drying process. The chart below will help
you match the dry setting with the loads.

Sensor Cycles

COTTONS For cottons and most linens.

MIXED LOAD For loads consisting of cottons and polg-blends.

EASY CARE For wrinkle-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.

DRYEU" Designed for use with the DRYEU" "drg clean onlg" fabric care sgstem. See product

package for directions. For questions or issues related to use and performance of DRYELT",
see the Website at: www.drgel.com.

SPEED DRY For small loads that are needed in a hurrg, such as sports or school uniforms.

Can also be used if the previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands.

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Timed Dry Cycles

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

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

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

To use TIMED DRY:

2.. Turn dry cycle dial to TIMED DRY.

2. Select the drying time by pressing the + and - buttons.

3. Select the DRY TEMP.

4. Close the dooE

5. Press START.

Sensor Dry Level

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The sensor continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load. When the moisture in your

recommended for delicate fabrics.

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 cgcle

for energg saving.

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

DAMP For leaving items partiallg damp.

About the dryer control panel.

O Dry Temp

You can change the temperature of your dry cgcle.

ANTI-BACTERIAL

(on some models)

HIGH For regular to heavy cottons.

MEDIUM For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press.

LOW For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low.

EXTRA LOW For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

(on some models)

O START

Press to start a dry cycle. If the dryer is running, press it once and it will pause the drgeE

NO HEAT Can only be used with TIMED DRY.

This option may only be used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. This option reduces
certain types of bacteria by 99.9%, including: Staphylococcus oureus, Pseudomonos
oeruginoso and Klebsiello pneumonioe*. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high
heat is used during u portion of this drying cycle.

NOTE: Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics.
* The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is Certified by NSF International {formerly Notional Sanitation

Foundation) to NSF Protocol P154 Sonitizotion Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers.

S mitJz_doll Perfbrma_tc_' of

Residential (_]othes Dryers

NSF Protocol P154 ]

Press it again to restart the dry cycle.

My Cycle tonsomemodels)

Set up your favorite 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:
/.. Select your drying cycle.

2. Change DRYTEMP and SENSORDRYLEVELsettings to fit gout needs,

3. Select any drying OPTIONSyou want.

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

Torecall your stored MV CYCLEcombination:
Press the MYCYCLEbutton before drying a load.

To change your stored MY CYCLE combination:
Follow steps 1-4 in "To store a MY CYCLE combination of settings'.

"CLEAN LINT FILTER" (message)

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(This message represents only a reminden)
After the POWERbutton is pressed, the "CLEAN LINT FILTER" message could appear if the previous

cycle was not finished.

This message will disappear after the STARTbutton is pressed. Eventhough you have already cleaned

the filter (before or after the POWERbutton has been pressed), the "CLEAN LINT FILTER" message will
still be displayed until the STARTbutton is activated.

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About cycle options.

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

Extend Tumble

Minimizeswrinkles by adding approximately
60 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes

are dry. Thebeeper will sound every
2 minutes to remind you to remove

the clothes.TheESTIMATEDTIMEREMAINING

display will show 00.

Damp Alert (on some models)

This option causesthe dryer to beep when

clotheshave driedto a damp level.Remove
itemsthat you wish to hang dry.TheDAMP

ALERTwillonly beep when this option is

selected.

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Removingclothes and hanging them when
they are damp can reducethe need to iron

some items.

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Signal

Alerts you that the cycle iscomplete.

The beeper will continue to sound every

two minutes for 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.

Delag Start

Useto delay the start of your dryer

1. Chooseyour dry cycle and any options.

2. PressDELAYSTART.Youcan change
the delay time in 1 hour increments using

the + or - arrow pads.

& Pressthe STARTpad to start

the countdown.

Thecountdown time will be shown in
the ESTIMATEDTIMEREMAININGdisplay.

PressSIGNALto select low, medium orhigh
volume,orto turn the beeper off.

NOTES:

• tf the door is opened while the dryer is
in DELAY, the countdown time will not
restart unless the door is closed and

START has been pressed again.

• You con delobl the start of a dry chicle
up to 18 hours for models DCVH640,

DCVH680, DHDVH68 and up to 10 hours
for model DBVH520.

About cycle options. NOTE:Notoil eoturesoreovoilobleonoildryermodels.

Lock

HOLD3 SEC __

Youcan lockthe controls to prevent ang
selectionsfrom being made. Or you can lock
the controls after you have started a cgcle.

Children cannot occidentally stort the dryer
bg touching pods with this option selected.

Estimated Time Remaining

Displagsthe approximate time remaining
untilthe end of the cgcle,

Asthe cgcle begins,you will see an initial
approximate total cgcle time in the displag,

Thenlights will "race" in the displag,This

means the dryer iscontinuously monitoring

My Cycle (on some models)
Tosave a favorite cgcle,setthe desired

settings and hold down the MY CYCLEbutton
for 3 seconds.A beep willsound to indicate

the cgcle has been saved.
Touse gour custom cgcle,press

the MYCYCLEbutton beforedrying a load.

Tolock the dryer,pressand hold the lock icon
for 3 seconds.To unlock the dryer, pressand

hold the lock icon for 3 seconds.

Theicon of the lock next to the timer will light

up when the controls are locked.

the amount of moisture in the load.
Thelights will continue until the dryer senses

a low level of moisture in the load.At that

point, the dryer will calculate and display

the approximate time remaining.

Tochange the saved cgcle, setthe desired
settings and hold down the MYCYCLEbutton

for 3 seconds.
Seepage 8 for more details.

About dryer features.

Drum Lamp

Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord
or disconnect the drger at the household distribution panel bg removing

the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Reach above dryer opening
from inside the drum. Removethe bulb and replace with the same size bulb.

Drying Rack (onsomemodels)

A handg drying rack mag be used for drying delicate items such as washable
sweaters. Place items flat on the drying rack and block such items as wool

sweaters and delicate fabrics. Dry with low heat.

To install the drying rack, pull up the lint filter slightly. Insert the drying rack

into the slots, then push the filter back down.

NOTE:

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• The drying rack must be used with the TIMED DRVor RACKDRV
(on some models) cgcles.

• Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.

Reversing the door swing, ge.com

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Read the instructions all the woy
through before storting,

• Handle parts carefullu to avoid
scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts
to avoid using them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surface
for the doors.

• Normal completion time to reverse
the door swing is 30-60 minutes.

TOOLSYOUWILLNEED

Adjustable Crescent Wrench

IMPORTANT:Once you begin, do not move
the cabinet until door-swing reversal is

completed.

These instructions are for changing

the hinges from the right side to the left
side-if 9ou ever want to switch them

back to the right side, follow these same
instructions and reverse all references

to the left and right,

Puttg Knife or

Phillips Head Screwdriver

Thin-Blade

Screwdriver

DOOR PARTS

Plastic Cover

Cover

Hinge Assemblg

Large Tapping

Screw (#10) - 6

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Nut (#8} - 2

STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS

Before You Stort

1. Unplug the dryer from its electrical
outlet.

Washer- 2

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Tapping Screw (#8) - 2 Machine Screw (#8} - 6

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Reversing the door swing.

STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)

Remove Door Assemblg

2. Open the door to approximatelg 90 degrees. Remove the 4 screws starting
from the bottom to the top. Make sure the door is supported while removing

the screws.

Remove the
four screws

3. Loosen the top screw as shown. Unhook the door by lifting and pulling as
shown bg the arrows.

4. Lag the door down on a soft protected flat surface so that the inner part faces
upward (door resting on the handle side).

2#8 Machine Screws 6 #10

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5. Remove the 6 large tapping screws (#10)located around the perimeter
of the door outlining the gasket, and the 2 machine screws (#8) on the hinge

side.

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6. With the screws removed, turn the door over and separate the silver cover part
of the door from the door frame and set aside.

7. Unlock the 4 tabs on the plastic cover and separate the plastic cover from

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frame.

Disregard the "DO NOTREMOVE"label on the plastic cover.

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NOTE:

STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)

Remove Hinge

IMPORTANT:Note the location of the hinge (left or right) before removing.

&With the door frame part of the door laid down on a protected soft surface,

remove the hinge cover by removing the 2 tapping screws (#8) that fasten
it to the frame. The hinge cover is located at the opposite side of the hinge

assembly,

9.Remove the 2 nuts, washers and the 2 machine screws (#8).

lO.Remove the hinge assembly by removing the 2 machine screws (#8)that

fasten it to the frame. Pull the hinge assembly out and set it aside.

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Reinstall Hinge Assembly

ll. Place the hinge assembly in the opposite side of the doon Align the hinge

holes with the door holes.

12. Loosely fasten the hinge assembly to the edge using 2 machine screws (#8).

13.Hold the door on its side with one hand and fasten the remaining 2 screws as
shown. Then tighten the 2 screws (#8) holding the hinge assembly.

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Reversing the door swing.

STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)

Reinstall Nuts and Hinge Cover

14.Place the door on its edge. Assemble the 2 machine screws (#8),washers
and nuts. Tighten using a wrench and screwdriver.

./.5.Place the hinge cover in position. Align the hinge cover holes with the holes

in the door.

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r 16.Secure the hinge cover with the 2 tapping screws (#8).

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_.--. Door

" Door

TODof Door

Reassemble Door Assemblg

IMPORTANT:Make sure there is no dirt or ang other foreign material in between

the window panes.

17.Place the plastic cover onto the inner door and lock in place with the 4 tabs.

18.Place the outer door onto the inner doon

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STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)

Reassemble Door Assembly (cont.)

19.After reversing door, there will be a mismatch between the outer door and
the inner doon

Make sure that the handle part of the outer door is opposite the hinge,
as shown.

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20.Turn the door over and fasten the outer door to the inner door using
the 6 large tapping screws (#10).

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Move Strike Bracket

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located on the drger where the door will be installed and install them on
the opposite side.

"/ 1!!/I \ 21.Using a puttg knife or ang other flat tool, remove the S plastic screw caps

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22.Switch the strike bracket and its cover on the opposite side bg removing
the then reinstall both the side.screws;

on

opposite

Partiallg
Inserted ®

Screw

Tighten
All

Reinstall Door Assembly

2&The door is now readg to be installed on the drger. To ease this step,

the hinge has kegholes that allow a partiallg fastened screw to be used
as a hook

Partiallg fasten a screw to the uppermost screw hole Hook the door on the
partiallg fastened screw

Fasten the hinge bg installing the other 4 screws and tightening the partiallg
fastened screw above

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Loadingand using the dryer.

Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

FabricCareLabels

Below are fabric care label "sgmbols" that affect the clothing gOdwill be laundering.

WASH LABELS

wash m m

cycle Normal p.......... t Press/ Gentle'_/ Do not wash Do not wring

Front load Category Water Temperature Temperature Control

target water Tap Cold inlet Water Temperature Not used
temperature Warm 40°C/105°F Used

DRY LABELS

wrinkle resistant delicate Hand wash

Torget Automatic

Cold 27°C/80°F Used

Hot 50°C/120°F Used
Sanitize 70°C/160°F Used

dry Donotdry

setting

Dry Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ Do not tumble dry (used with

High Medium Low No heat/air

wrinkle resistant delicate do not wash)

D D D

Line dry/ Drip dry Dry fiat In the shade

hang to dry

BLEACH LABELS

r-1 FoqFo-1to1

SylIIuOIS Any bleach Only ....... tllorine bleach Do not bleach

Sorting and Loading Hints

(when needed) (when needed)

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Asa general rule, if clothes are sorted
properlg for the washer, they are sorted properly

for the dryer Try also to sort items according to size.
For example, do not dry a sheet with socks or other

small items.

Do not add fabric softener sheetsonce the load
has become warm. Theg mag cause fabric softener

stains. Bounce®Fabric Conditioner Drger Sheetshave
been approved for use in all GEDrgers when used

in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Do not overload. Thiswastes energg and causes
wrinkling.

Do not drg the following items: fiberglass items,
woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with
plastic trim and foam-filled items.

Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

Careand Cleaningof the Dryer

TheExterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing The Exheust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust

compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging.
panel and finishes may be damaged by some
laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover

products. Apply these products away from
the dryer. Thefabric may then be washed and

dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by
these products is not covered by your warranty.

TheLint Filter: Clean the lint
filter before each use.

Pull out the lint filter.
Moisten your fingers and

remove the captured lint.
Once clean, slide the filter

back into position. Have a
qualified technician vacuum

the lint from the dryer once a year.

NEVER OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS FILTER
IN PLACE.

A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the
drying time.

Follow these steps:
[]Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting

_J Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
[]Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment

TheExhaust Hood: Check with amirror that
the inside flaps of the hood movefreely when

operating. Hake surethat there is no wildlife
(birds,insects,etc.) nesting insidethe duct

or hood.

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the plug from the wall socket.

and reconnect the duct.

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