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Dryer
Safety Instructions ....................3-5
Operating Instructions, "llps
Automatic Drying ...........................................8
Cycle Settings ............................................ 6, 7
End Cycle Signal .............................................7
Fabric and Drying Selections ....................10
Knits Drying Tips ........................................ 8
Light Bulb Replacement .........................11
Lint Filter ....................................................8, 11
Loading .........................................................8.9
Operating the Dryer ..................................6-8
Permanent Press Drying T_ps .......8, 14, 15
Sorting Clothes ...........................................8, 9
Timed Drying ...................................................8
Problem Solver ......................14-16
More questions ?...call
GEAnswe; Center_ 800.625.2000
Preparation
Reversing Door ............................................ 13
Consumer Services ...................19
Appliance Registration ..................................2
Important Phone Numbers ....................... 19
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Warranty ...................................... Back Cover
Care and Cleaning
Dryer Exhaust ........................................1 1, 12
Drum ...............................................................11
Exterior ........................................................... 11
Lint Filter ........................................................ 1 1
Storing the Dryer .......................................... 1 1
User Maintenance Instructions ................ 1 1
Models: DJSR473ET DJSR473GT
DWXR473ET DWXR473GT I
GEAppliances
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This guide gives instructions on the proper operation and maintenance of your new
dryer. It also has tips on the sorting and the loading of different fabrics that result in a
safe, easy drying operation. It contains six sections and includes an index o12
the front cover.
Important Safety Instructions
Sections with this symbol list safety precautions that should be followed in order to
reduce the risk of damage to person or property.
Operating Instructions, Tips
Sections with this symbol explain how to use your new dryer and its features, including
cycle and fabric suggestions and energy-saving tips.
Preparation
The section with this symbol explains how to reverse your dkryer door hinges from a
right to a left side opening.
Problem Solver
Sections with this symbol list causes of minor operating problems that can occur with
your new dryer that you can fix yourself.
Care and Cleaning
Sections with this symbol explain how to care for your new dl-yer, as well as how to
store it if it will not be used for long periods of time.
Consumer Services
Sections with this symbol explain how to receive more consumer information, such as
service contracts and repair service, if necessary.
HELP 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,
call the GE Answer Center ®800.626.2000, 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week.
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.
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
Use these numbers in any' correspondence or service
calls concerning your dryer.
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE
To obtain service,, see the Consumer Services page
in the back of thi.,; 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
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
To obtain a Spanish language
version of this book, call
GE Answer Center ®
800.626.2000
consumer information service.
Para obtener la versidn en
espafiol de este manu_fl, llame a
GE Answer Center ®,servicio de
informaci6n para el consumidor,
teldfono 800.626.2000.
WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed
to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
---Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids inthe
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
--WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building or area of all
occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
_lnstallation and service must !_ performed
by a qualified installer, service :tgency or
the gas supplier.
All drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
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IMPORTANT INSTRUC ONS
Read _ instructions before using this appliance.
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 LP fuels.
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete
combustion. Exposure to these substances can be
n'dnimized further by properly venting the dryers
to the outdoors.
A
Warning--To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons
when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
• Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.
o his 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 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. Follow details in
Installation Instructions.
---Locate where the temperature is above 50°E
(10°C.) for satisfactory operation of the dryer
control system. Do not install or store the
dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
---Connect to a properly rated, protected
and sized power supply circuit to avoid
electrical overload.
---Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY
RECOMMENDED to prevent large amounts
of moisture and lint: from being blown into the
room. Carefully follow the Exhausting Details
in the Installation Instructions.
° o not repair or replace an),
part of the applJiance or attempt
any servicing unless specifically'
recommended in this Use and Care Book or
in published user.repair instructions that you
understand and have file skills to catty out.
• When disconnecting this appliance
pull by the plug rather than the cord
to avoid damage to the cord orjunction
of cord and plug. Make sure that the cord i,;
located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over or otherwise subjected to damage or slLress.
To Minimize the Possibility Fire Hazard
Exhaust Duct--See Installation Instructions.
Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4"
diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or
for exhausting to the out.fide. USE OF PLASTIC
OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK
CAN CAUSE A FIRE. PUNCTURED
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF gl"
COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE
RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING
INSTALLATION.
Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic,
or similar materials (such as padded bras, tennis
shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants,
plastic bags, pillows, etc.) as these materials may
melt or burn. Also, some rubber materials, when
heated, can under certain circumstances produce
ftre by spontaneous combustion.
Do not store items that may burn or melt
(such as clothing, paper :material,plastics or plastic
containers, etc.) ontop of thedryer during operation.
Garments labeled "Dry Away from Heat" (such
as life jackets containing Kapok) must not be
put in your dryer.
_, ° Do not wash or dry articles that
_ ave been cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, or spotted with combustible
or explosive substances (such as wax, paint,
gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents,
kerosene, etc.) which nmy ignite or explode. Do
not add these substances to the wash water. Do
not use these substances around your washer
and/or dryer during operation.
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• Any article on which you have used a cleaning
solwmt, or which contains flammable materials
(sucJhas cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in
beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)
musl_not be placed in or near the dryer until all
traces of these flammable liquids or solids and
thek 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.
_ • Clean the lint filter before each
load to prevent lint accumulation
inside the dryer or in the room.
DO NOT OPERATE TI-_ 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.
To Minimize the Possibility of Injury
• New.'r 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.
_ • The laundry process can reduce the
il flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid
such a result, the garment manufacturer's
care instructions should be followed very carefully.
I_Z=L'_.• Close supervision is necessary if this
_- _'1 appliance is used by or near children.
If._, ,_l Do not allow children to play inside,
_:_..___ on, or with this appliance or any
discarded appliance. Dispose of
discarded appliances and shipping or packing
materialsproperly. Before discarding a dryer,
or removing from service, remove the door of
the dryer COmpartment.
• eep all laundry aiids (such
as detergents, bleaches, fabric
softeners, etc.) out of the reach
of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe all warnings on
container labels to avoid personal injury.
• Keep the floor around your appliances clean
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
• o minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from t]he
power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning (except the removal
and cleaning of the lint filter).
_ NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob
to an OFF position does NOT disconne_,t
the appliance from the power supply.
• Do not tamper with the controls.
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 eqlfipped with an
automatic electric ignition and does not have
a pilot light. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGIqT
WITH A MATCH. Bums 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 raanufacturer's
instructions for those products, or try a dryer-added
product for which the manufacturer gives written
assurance on the package that theia"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 THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING YOUR DRYER
FOR MODELS DJSR473ET AND DJSR473GT
WARNING---To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
FABRIC CARE EXTRA CARE
C0TP0,NS PIElU_PIUESS
I)IE_,_,,AT1ES M0 HEAT
L0W HEJI*T
o o O
7 Cycle Automaffc Heavy Duty Super Capacity
Features and appearances may vat 3 '
O Drying Selections. Select the proper heat on the
Fabric Care selector for your load.
Should be used with cycles indicated •
Drying Automatic Automatic Timed
Selections Cottons Perm. Press
Cottons • •
High Heat
Perm. Press • •
Medium Heat
Knits/Delicates • •
Low Heat
Fluff •
No Heat*
*Fluff-No Heat option can be used with an automatic cycle, but for
best performance it is recommended to be used with a timed cycle.
O
Cycle Selector. Turn the Cycle Selector to the
desired cycle setting. The: selector may be turned
in either direction.
O Extra Care Cycle. The Extra Care cycle operates
only with the Automatk: Perm. Press and Automatic
Cottons cycles. Turn the Extra Care knob to SET and
turn the Cycle Selector Dial to the desired amount of
heated drying time.
To minimize the wrinkle setting in clothe,s, _te Extra
Care cycle provides approximately 15 - 18 minutes of
no-heat tumbling after the clothes are dr),.
Start. Turn the Start knob to start the dryer. (Opening
the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart,
close the door and follow above directions.)
NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the
type of heat used (Electric, Natural gas or LP
gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of
clothes, and condition of exhaust ducts.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
,,Use Automatic Cycles whenever possible to help • Dry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a
prevent overdrying and to save energy. "warm" dryer will save energy.
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OPERATING YOUR DRYER
FOR MODELS DWXR473ET AND DWXR473GT
WARNING--To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
START FABRIC CARE EXTRA CARE SIGNAL
MEDIUM
St'ART _ F_ZqM,P'RESS Of_. L LOttO
_Ur.ATES NOHEAT
O .... O O O
7CycleAueomatic Heavy OutyExtra I.xge Capacity
Features and appearances may vary
O Drying Selections. Select the proper heat on the
Fabric (hre selector for your load.
Should be used with cycles indicated •
Drying Automatic Automatic Timed
Selections Cottons Perm. Press
Cottons • •
High Heat
Perm. Press • •
Medium Heat
Knits/Delicates • •
Low Heat
Fluff •
No Heat*
*Fluff-No Heat option can be used with an automatic cycle, but for
best performance it is recommended to be used with a timed cycle.
NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the
type of heat used (Electric, Natural gas or LP
gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of
clothes, and condition of exhaust ducts.
_O Cycle Selector. Turn the Cycle Selector to the
desired cycle setting. The selector may be turned
in either direction.
Extra Care Cycle. The Extra Care cycle operates
only with the Automatic: Penn. Press and[Automatic
Cottons cycles. Turn the Extra Care knob to SET and
turn the Cycle Selector I)i_d to the desired amount of
heated drying time.
To minimize the wrinkle setting in clothes, the Extra
Care cycle provides approximately 15 - 18 minutes
of no-heat tumbling after the clothes are dry.
Use the End Cycle Signal to remind you to remove
the dried laundry.
End Cycle Signal. Set End Cycle Signal, if desired.
This signal operates with any cycle. The conlxol can
be set anywhere between OFF and LOUD, depending
on the desired sound level. The signal will sound a
few times just before the:end of the cycle to remind
you to remove the clothes. To stop the signal while
sounding, turn the signa] control to OFF or advance
the Cycle Selector to OFF.
O
This signal should always be used when &,-ying
polyester knits or permanent press items which should
be removed as soon as the dryer stops to ihelp prevent
setting of wrinkles.
Start. Turn the Start knob to start the dxyer. (Opening
the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart,
close the door and follow above directions.)
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
• Use Automatic Cycles whenever possible to help • Dry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a
prevent overdrying and to save energy. "warm" dryer will save energy.
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OPERATING YOUR DRYER
(continued)
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 the Care and Cleaning section.
Sort and Load the Clothes
Good sorting for the dryer begins at the was;her.
Generally, if clothes are sorted right for was',hing, they're
sorted right for drying. See the How to Sort the Clothes
section. If you do mix various types of fabfilcs in your
load, set the controls for the lighter-weight fab_Lcs and
remove when dry. Reset conuols for the reraaining
heavier fabrics.
]Polyester Knits & Permanent Press Drying Tips
,, DO NOT OVERLOAD--
Garments being dried or
dewrinkled should ramble freely.
• REMOVE CLOTHES
PROMPTLY--To help prevent
wrinkling, remove clothes from
the dryer promptly at the end of
the drying cycles.
• PLACE ON HANGERS--
Permanent press and polyester
knit garments look best if placed
on haaagers after drying.
The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying
Automatic Drying. Wqaen using the Automatic Cycles,
the dryer continually senses the temperature of the air
in the dryer drum. Wet laundry keeps this 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 he:at is off) until it automatically
turns off the dryer.
Timed Drying, When using the Timed Cycle,;, you
select the number of minute.,; you wish the: dryer to
run and it turns off at the end of this time period.
Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles
For the first few times you use your
dryer set near the midway position
and feel the dried items when the
dryer stops.
As a general guideline...
Set near the midway position
• For most normal loads.
ff they are drier than you would like
set toward I_ss Dry the next time you
dry a similar load.
Set toward Less Dry
• For light-weight fabric loads.
• If you desire to remove less moisture.
• For very smN1 loads.
If you desire them to be drier, set
toward More Dry the next time you
dry a similar load.
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Set toward More Dry
• For loads that include heavy-weight fabrics.
• If you desire to remove more moisture.
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HOW TO SORT CLOTHES
Laundry loads should include both large and small items and be sorted according to
the guidelines below.
Sort by Surface Texture
Separate ..............
lint producers
from lint collectors
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.
For more information on lint control, see The
Problem Solver section.
Sort by Fabric
Separate &®
cottons from
and linens
perm press cottons from
and blends
, '1 " J r'
,/ ',
I /
synthetics from delicates
and poly knits
hi the addition to sorting to
reduce the lint colloction, it
is recommended that fabrics
of similar consla-uction be
dried together whenever it
i,; possible.
:Sort by Color
,Separate _'__
\_ _/
\_ whites '/ZZ//from
\_ c_/
:rom
from
Sort by Weight
Separate
_1
heavy items
(such as towels)
frol
light items
(such as curtains)
For information on tumble drying extra large items
and different fabrics and loads, see the Suggested
Fabrics and Drying Selections 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 dais:
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SUGGESTED FABRIC
AND DRYING SELECTIONS
Cycle Suggested Drying Selection
Automatic Cottons High Heat
Automatic Permanent Press Medium Heat
Extra Care Low Heat
Timed High Heat
For Clothes Load/Fabrics such as:
• Cottons and linens
• Down-filled garments, if machine
washing and drying is recommended
• Permanent press fabrics with cotton
• Synthetics
• Silks and wools
• Rayon and acetate
• Pillows*
• Blankets**
• Extra large items***
Me,dium Heat
The terms High, Medium and Low Heat are those usually found on
fabric care labels. For best drying results, follow your specific fabric care label below.
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GREEN YELLOW
.Articles may be
,dried in a tumble
,dryer at medium to
]high setting.
Articles may be dried
in a tumble dryer at a
low setting.
GREEN
Articles should be
hung to dry.
GREEN
Articles should be
hung soaking wet to
drip dry'.
YELLOW
Articles should be
dried oil a flat surface.
Special Instructions
Refer to garment manufacturer's care labels for more information.
*Pillows Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape.
DRY ONLY ONE PILLOW AT A TIME. Set dryer for maximum time. Stop
dryer occasionally and shake pillow to redistribute filling for more even drying.
Check pillow at end of drying time--if not completely dry, return pillow to dryer
and reset for more drying time. Feather pillows dry very ,;lowly and must be dried
completely to prevent mildew. DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing kapok.
**Blanket,; Put 2 or 4 dry towels into the dryer; tumble dry for 5 minutes. Set timer for
20-25 minutes. DO NOT set control for more than 25 minutes. DRY ONLY
ONE BLANKET AT A TIME. Remove blanket at the e.nd of the cycle and
block the blanket back to its original shape. Allow to dry thoroughly
before storing.
***Extra Large Iterrts-- First setting--20 minutes; check and redistribute load. Then set timer for
Queen or King size 15 minutes; check load again. Reset timer at 5 minute intervals, checking
sheets; Blankets or after each 5 minutes to make sure that the articles do not :fill the dryer drum:
Spreads; Mattress many large articles, when wet, have ample room in the dryer, but as they
Covers/Pads dry and fluff up, they may not have room to tumble. CAUTION: If large
items do not have room to tumble, the air flow may be blocked, which
could result in scorching your valuable items. NOTE: Mattress cover/pads
should be dried alone.
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CARE AND CLEANING
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
clamp 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 t_om 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
'Yourdrum is rust-resistant and
requires no special care.
Dryer Exhaust
Inspect and clean the dryer
exhaust ducting at least once
a year. See the section, Maximize
Your Dryer Efficiency by Keeping
the Exhaust Duct Clean.
Dryer ;Storage
To store your dryer for a
short period of time, disconnect
the power supply and .clean the
lint filter.
]Lint Filter
Before every dryer use,
clean the lint filter. Put:
your moistened fingers; at
the comer of the filter and
wipe all the way across to
the other corner.
NOTE: To keep your dryer
operating at peak performance,
be sure to have a technician
vacuum the lint from the
machine every three years.
Lint Filter
J
Periodically,
remove the lint
filter and insert the
suction hose from
your vacuum cleaner
into the opening.
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.
Simply reach above loading
opening from inside the
drum. Remove the bulb and
replace with the same size
and wattage bulb.
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MAXIMIZE YOUR DRYER EFFICIENCY BY
KEEPING THE EXHAUST DUCT CLEAN
Maintenance should be done periodically (at least once a year) to prevent clogging.
1. Disconnect or turn off the electrical
power to your appliance.
2. Disconnect the exhaust duct from your dryer.
to dryer
Exhaust
hood
3. Clean the exhaust duct from the
end where the dryer is connected
to the exhaust hood using:
• the hose attachment of your
vacuum cleaner;
• a dust rag attached to a pole
(for straight stretches) or
attached to a drain cleaning
wire (for less accessible turns).
Check turns in the exhaust duct for
any collected lint _md :remove.
4. Inspect the exhaust hood. To minimize resistance
to the exhaust air flow:
• make sure the flaps move freely (you may check
with a mirror);
• make sure the flaps are fully open when the
dryer is on;
• make sure there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.)
nesting inside the exhaust duct.
Flaps move freely
Exhaust Hood Flaps
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REVERSIBLE DOOR INSTRUCTIONS
(on models so equipped)
These instructions are for changing the hinges from
the right side to the left side.
If you need to change the hinges from the left: side to
the right side, follow these same instructions (merely
reverse all references to the left and right).
'FoolsNeeded
Standard #2 Phillips screwdriver
Tape-tipped putty knife
Needle-nosed pliers
Dryer Door
1. Open the door and remove the filler plugs from
the side of the opening without hinges. Use a tape-
tipped putty knife to pry plugs loose and then gently
remove plugs with a pair of needle-nosed pliers.
2. With the door
completely open,
remove the bottom
screw from each hinge
on the dryer face.
3. Insert these screws
about half way into
the top holes, for
each hinge, on the
opposite side (where
/
filler plugs were removed). Apply
firm pressure to get screw started in
untapped holes.
4. Loosen the top screw from
each hinge on the dryer face
half way.
5. With one hand holding the top
of the door and the other hand
holding the bottom, remove the
door from the dryer by lifting it up and out.
. Rotate the door 180 °. Insert it
on the opposite side of the _.'-.,
opening by moving the door /
in and down until the top
/
hinge and the bottom hinge J_
are resting on the top screws \
inserted in step 3.
o
go
9.
Remove the remaining
screws from the side of
the opening from which
the door was removed.
With these screws,
secure each hinge at
the bottom.
Tighten the two top
screws of each hinge.
Reinsert the plastic plugs on
the side from which the door was removed.
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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
DRYER WON'T START
CLOTHES TAKE TOO
LONG TO DRY
SHRINKAGE, GENERAL
• 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 knob is
turned to START. Opening the door during operation stops the chqcer. To
restart, close the door and turn Start knob to START.
• Dryer door is open. Close door securely---dryer will not run with door open.
• Circuit is overloaded. Do not operate other appliances on the same electrical
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 filter 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 to 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, l_ake 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.
• 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 dry.
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PROBLEM
SHRINKAGE, KNITS
Wq_NKLING IN
PERMANENT PRESS
AND "NO-IRON" rIEMS
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
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 certaha 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 sl:drts 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 wrinkl!ing. Also, use Permanent
Press drying cycle.
• Incorrect washer 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.
• Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use of fabric softener will
minimize wrinkling.
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
TO REMOVE WRINKLES
ON DRYERS WITH A
PERMANENT PRESS
SETTING
Try one or more of these suggestions:
• Retumble on Permanent Press setting.
• Rerinse and dry on Permanent Press setting.
• 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 you follow good laundry procedures and permanent press
clothes still come out wrinkled, the finish may not be good quality. Also, in
permanent press synthetic/cotton blends, the cotton portion of the fabric can
eventually wear away leaving only the synthetic. Since it's 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 Center ®
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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We'll Be There
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need
information or assistance from GE, we'll be there. All you have to do is call--toll-free!
In-HomeRepairService
800-GE-CARE$(800432-2737)
AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,
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 con-
venience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).
Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out-so most
:repairs can be handled in just one visit.
GEAnswerCenter°
800.6262000
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center ®
information service is available to help. Your call-and your question-will be
answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer
(_enter servace is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
! ForCustomersWith ..
_!" 800.620.2000 SpecialNeeds.
Upon request, GE will provide Consumers with impaired heating or speech who have
Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventic,nal teletypewriter may
appliances, and a brochure to call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request
I__ _ !"_ assist in planning a barrier-free information or service.
.... "kitchen for persons with limited
.... mobility. To obtain these items,
fi-ee of charge, call 800.626.2000.
oetvtceContracts
800-626-2224
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there
after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still
in effect and you'll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,
you're assured of future service at today's prices.
Fbrts andAccessories
&g0-626-2002
Individuals qualified to service their own appfiances
can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to
their home. The GE parts system provides access to over
47,000 parts...and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are
fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards
are accepted.
User maintenance instructious contained in 1Iris booklet
cover procedures intended to be performed by _ay user.
Other servicing generally should be referred 1_oqualified
service personnel. Caution must be exercised[, since
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES DRYER
WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check
here. Proof of oriqinal purchase date is
needed to obtain service
under warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace
any part of the dryerthat fails
because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY
From the second through fifth year
from date of original purchase, we
will replace, free of charge, an
extra-large or super capacity
dryer drum that fails because of a
manufacturing defect. You pay for
the service trip to your home and
service labor charges.
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succ-eeding owner for p,roducts
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 Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer Car_ servicers during
norm_LIworking hours.
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE---CARES
(800-z'_32-2737).
WHAT IS NOT COVERED 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 Center e
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.
• Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
• Failure of the product if it is used
fo_-other than its intended
purpose or used c.ommercially.
• Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
CON,C;EQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
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 ether rights which vary from stale 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.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, wril:e:
Manager--Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KV 40225
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