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Use and
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Automatic
Proper sorting
and loading
Spedd
instructions
Energy-saving tips
Care
of
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~othes
drying
Capadty
Dryers
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the Problem Solver
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Contents
Help us
Safety instructions
How to sort clothes
Clean the lint filter
Careful
drying
Drying Guide
The Problem Solver
Care of your dryer
Energy-saving tips
If You Need Service
Warranty
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Back Cover
help you. . .
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new dryer
properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
Hotpoint
Appliance Park
Louisville,
KY40225
Write down the model and
serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label located
on the front side 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 No.
Serial No.
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your dryer.
If you receive a damaged dryer,
immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the dryer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows
2. Don’t touch
electrical switches
~;~~guish any open
3.
4. Immediately call
your gas supplier
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use
gasoline or other
flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other
appliance.
Save time and money...
before you call for service ‘
Check the Problem Solver (pages
4, 5 and 6).
operating problems that you can
correct yourself. It could save you
an unnecessary service call.
it
lists minor causes of
Dryer-Applied Fabric Softeners or Antistatic Conditioners
You may wish to soften your
laundered fabrics or reduce the
static electricity in them. We
recommend you use either a fabric
softener in the wash cycle,
according to the manufacturer’s
instructions for those products, or
try a dryer-added product for
which the manufacturer gives
written assurance on the package
that their product can be safely
used in your dryer. Some of these
dryer-added softeners/conditioners
have been found to cause:
1. Clogging of lint filter, restricting
air flow necessary for the proper
functioning of the dryer.
2. Coating of dryness sensors (on
dryers so equipped) which may
result in prolonged or erratic
drying cycles.
3. Excessive lint build-up inside the
dryer and in the
build-up in the area of the dryer
heat source can possibly result in
ignition of the lint.
4. Corrosion and residue deposits
on fabric.
problems, shortened dryer life, or
other unidentified problems which
directly or indirectly result from the
use of such conditioners are not
defects in material and workmanship under the terms of the
warranty accompanying this
appliance and accordingly are not
covered thereby.
performance problems caused by
the use of these products are the
responsibility of the manufacturers
of those products.
ducting.
Any of
the above-noted
Service or
Such lint
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRU~IONS–save
These Instructions
Read all instructions
—
#ARNING–When
using this
betire
appliance, always exercise basic
safety precautions, including the
following:
●
Use
this
appliance only for its
intended purpose
as described in
the Operating Instructions and this
Use and Care Book.
.
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 with your dryer,
you can obtain one by contacting
the service location nearest you.
- Properly ground to conform
with all governing codes
and ordinances.
- Locate where the temperature is
above
50°F (lO°C)
for satisfactory
operation of the dryer control
system. Install where it will not
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.
●
When disconnecting this
appliance pull by the plug rather
than the cord to avoid damage to
the cord or junction of cord and
plug. Make sure that the cord is
located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over or
otherwise subjected to damage
or stress.
. We strongly recommend that
any servicing be performed by a
qualified individual.
●
The wiring diagram for this
machine is located inside the
control panel.
To minimize the possibility
of a fire hazard.
●
Do not use heat to dry articles
-’ntaining
,lilar
rubber, plastic, or
materials (such as padded
using this appliance.
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 certain
circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.
. 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
have been cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, or spotted with
combustible or explosive
substances (such as gasoline,
degreasers,
kerosene, etc.) which may give off
vapors that could ignite or
explode. Do not use such
substances around your washer
and/or 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.
. Clean the lint filter each time
the dryer is used to prevent lint
accumulation inside the dryer or in
the room. DO NOT OPERATE THE
DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT
FILTER IN PLACE.
. Keep area around and
underneath your appliance free
from the accumulation of
combustible materials, such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
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.
dry-cleaning solvents,
. 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
appliance. Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or
packing materials properly. Before
discarding a dryer, remove the
door of the drying compartment.
. Keep all laundry aids (such as
detergents, bleaches, fabric
softeners, etc.) out of the reach
of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe ail warnings
on container labels to avoid
personal injury.
. Keep the floor around your
appliances clean and dry to reduce
the possibility of slipping.
. 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 flame
retardancy
of fabrics. To
avoid such a result, the garment
manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
. Never climb on or stand on the
dryer top or door.
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To minimize the possibility of
electric shock, unplug this appliance from the 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 disconnect the appliance
from the power-supply.
. Do not operate this appliance if
it is damaged, malfunctioning,
partially disassembled, or has
missing or broken parts, including
a damaged cord or plug.
●
If yours is a gas dryer, it is
equipped with an automatic
electric ignition and does not have
a pilot light. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
LIGHT WITH A MATCH. Burns may
result from having your hand in the
vicinity of the burner when the
automatic ignition may turn on.
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How
to sort clothes for drying
Normally, if you have sorted
clothes correctly for washing, you
will also have properly sorted
drying loads.
Here are some additional
suggestions for good dryer load
make-up:
Sort by surface texture
Separate
Lint
j
from
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.
In addition to sorting to reduce
lint collection, it is recommended
that fabrics of similar construction be dried together whenever
possible.
Sort
by color
Separate
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Whites
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from
from
.
Darks
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from
Clean the lint filter before drying every load.
Clean lint filter (see shaded area)
by putting your moistened fingers
at the corner of filter and wiping
in a downward motion all the way
across to the other corner.
B
Lint filter
For additional information on lint
filter, see page 7.
Careful loading means
better drying.
Don’t overload your dryer.
Crowded loads don’t dry _
efficiently and clothes may be
unnecessarily wrinkled.
Loads should look like this:
Sort by fabric
Separate
\n
.
Cottons &
Linens
from
from
from
Sort by weight
Separate
k
EY
from
.
Light Items
(such as
curtains)
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‘or
information on drying
arge
items and different fabrics
[nd
loads, see page 3.
extra-
Drum with
cottons & Linens
Drum with
permanent Press
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Load
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Drying guide for different fabrics and loads
Save and Refer To Garment Manufacturers’ Drying Instructions
Load
Cottons & Linens
Permanent Press
Polyester Knits
Silks,
WOOIS,
Blends with Wool
Rayon and Acetate
Baby
Sturdy: Diapers,
Nightgowns, Shirts,
Pads, Sheets,
Receiving Blankets,
Coveralls. See
Special Instructions.
Baby
Delicate
Blankets—Wool,
Part Wool, Cotton.
See Below Under
“Extra-large Items”
*
Clothes—
Clothes—
Fabric
Carei
Drying
Selection
High or
Normal Heat
Medium or
Normal Heat
Low Heat
Low Heat
Low Heat
High or
Normal Heat
Low Heat
High or
Normal Heat
Special Instructions
Do not overload dryer; clothes should tumble freely. Remove as soon as
dryer stops, place clothes on hangers to minimize wrinkling.
Do not overload dryer; clothes should tumble freely. Remove as soon as
dryer stops, place clothes on hangers to minimize wrinkling.
IMPORTANT. If children’s
on Low Heat or Delicate Cycle. High heat or excessive drying can
reduce the flame
drying instructions.
See above instructions.
Place in dryer with 3 or 4 dry towels which have been heated for 5
minutes. Set timer for 20 to 25 minutes. Do not set control for more than
25 minutes. Do only one blanket at a time. Remove blanket at end of
cycle and block blanket back to original shape. Press binding with warm
iron. Allow to
retardancy of these fabrics. Check manufacturer’s
drv before storina.
sleepwear is made of Modacrylic dry only
Curtains, Slipcovers, Draperies.
DO NOT MACHINE
DRY
FIBERGMSS.
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes.
See below under
“Extra-large Items”
Rubber-coated items,
laminated fabrics,
vinyl, plastics and
articles with plastic
trim.
Extra-large
queen or king size
sheets, blankets or
spreads, sleeping
bags, insulated
jackets or suits,
mattress covers
(pads),,
bedspreads
Pillows—Feather
and Polyester-filled
(if manufacturer
recommends they
be dried in a dryer).
‘?ee
Special
~structions.
ltems—
quilted
High or
Normal Heat
High or
Normal Heat
Fluff
(No Heat)
High or
Normal Heat
High or
Normal Heat
Use dry towels as buffers. Set timer for 20 minutes. Check at end of 20
minutes. If items are still wet, reset for 15 minutes and check again.
Items should be removed while still damp. Place slipcovers on furniture
immediately. Hang draperies and curtains so that creases will fall out.
Dry on FLUFF (No Heat) setting as heat may cause alteration in shape,
color and appearance of such articles.
Special precautions must be taken to dry extra large items. Set dryer for
20 minutes then check carefully. Set 15 minutes for second setting, check
again; and 5 minutes for each additional setting. Make sure that article
does not fill drum. Many large articles, when wet, have ample room in
dryer, but as they dry and fluff up may not have room to tumble. Check
carefully every few minutes and if article is still wet or damp and fills
dryer, finish drying on line. Do not, under any circumstances operate
dryer for longer times without checking. CAUTION: If large items do not
have room to tumble, the air flow may be blocked which could result in
scorching your valuable items. Man large items, like shag
be dried in home size dryers.
d
DO N T dry jackets
containiW apok.
ru
s, cannot
i
Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could
escape.
Dry no
more than one pillow at a time and set dryer for maximum
time. Stop dryer occasionally and shake pillows to redistribute filling for
more even drying. Check
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 dry pillows
pillows at end of drying time. If they are
mntaining
Kapok.
●
NOTE: Woolens may
dried in your
dr~
only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.
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PROBLEM
DRYER
WONT
Questions?
Use This Problem Solver.
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
START
Make sure pemr cord is plugged
Check hou@otd fuses or
two.
circuit breakers.
in.
Most
electric dryers use
—
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CLOTHES TAKE
T~ LONG
TO DRY
Make
sure
Gontrols
Opening
the
door
Make sure
Do
circuit
Make
See your
Lint fiiter
Periodically
page
Make sure d~yer
instructions,
the door during
and
press or turn the START switch.
door
not
operate
while the dryer is
sure all
Z)
controls are correctly set for the
Operating Instructions leaflet.
maybe cl~ged.
ctean
are set and
operation stops
is
securety
other
appliances on the same electrical outlet or
area under lint
is
proper}y ducted
START switch is
closed, Dryer will not run
oper~ting.
Remove and
clean filter before every
filter
with a vacuum
according to installation
pressed or turned.
the drye~ TO m-start, close
t~ad
you want
with door
to dry.
cleanen (See
—
open.
load.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
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User maintenance
instrwtions
Good dryer care
The
Dmm.
Porcelain enamel drum
is rust-resistant and requires no
special care.
The Exterior. Wipe off any spills or
washing compounds. Wipe or dust
with damp
the surface with sharp objects.
The Lint Filter. Wipe lint filter
before every use as described on
page 2. Periodically lint filter
should be removed and suction
hose from
be inserted into the opening.
See below.
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilating air. On
large capacity models, the air
intake is located on rear of dryer.
To store dryer: For short period of
time, disconnect power supply and
clean lint filter.
cloth. Try not to strike
vaccum
cleaner should
CAUTIONS:
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wnen conver~lng aryer 10
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.
240-volt operation from 120-volt,
lint filter and duct work must be
thoroughly cleaned. Then set dial
for 15-minute operation and run
dryer without clothes until it
shuts off.
●
Before having your electric dryer
connected in your new residence,
be sure your licensed electrician
confirms that the supply voltage
matches the voltage specified on
the rating plate.
●
Dryer
control panel and finishes
may be damaged by some
laundry
pre-treatment
soil and
stain remover products if such
products are sprayed on or have
direct contact with the dryer.
Apply these
products
pre-treatment
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.
Energy= Saving Tips
●
Sort clothes by weight so that
you won’t have to run an extra
cycle for one or two heavier,
slower-drying items. (See How
to Sort Clothes for Drying.)
●
Do not overload dryer. For
efficient drying, clothes need
to tumble freely.
●
Use Automatic Drying Cycle
whenever possible (on dryers so
equipped) to help prevent
overdying and save energy.
●
To help prevent ironing, use
Permanent Press or Knits Cycle.
Remove garments immediately
at end of drying cycle and place
on hangers.
●
The hotter the drying temperature the more energy that will be
used. Use the lowest possible
setting that will dry load in
reasonable time.
●
Dry your clothes in consecutive
loads. Using a “warm” dryer will
save energy.
●
Clean dryer lint filter each time
you dry.
●
Clean dryer exhaust
occasionally.
A partially clogged
exhaust can lengthen drying
time.
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How to replace Drum Lamp
BEFORE REPLACING
SURE TO UNPLUG THE DRYER
POWER CORD. Press lamp into
socket and rotate counter clockwise ~8 turn and remove. To install . . .
place new lamp in socket, press
and rotate
General Electric lamp No. 10C7DC,
or equivalent.
(on models so equipped)
LAMP
BE
78
turn clockwise. Use
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If You Need
o obtain service, see your warranty
on the back page 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
Hotpoint
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still not
resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North
Chicago, Illinois 60606
Wacker
Sewice
Drive
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WHAT IS COVERED
‘RANTy~-
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 parf of the
because of a manufacturing
defect.
dryer
that fails
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
and Washington,
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
servicers during normal working
hours.
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
HOTPOINT
GENERAL
FACTORY SERVICE or
CUSTOMER CARE@ SERVICE.
FACTORY SERVICE,
ELECTRIC-HOTPOINT
for products
D.C.
In Alaska the
HOTPOINT
Care@
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WHAT IS NOT COVERED .
Some
states
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Manager—Consumer Affairs, General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, contact:
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.
●
Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
Warrantor:
General Electric Company
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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.
WARRAN~R IS
NOT RESPONSIBLE
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