GE DLL2650R, DLB2650R Use and Care Manual

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Appliance Registration Automatic Drying

Care and Cleaning Consumer Services

Controls Setting Guide Dryer Exhaust

End-of-Cycle Signal Energy-Saving Tips

Knits Drying Tips Light Bulb Replacement

Lint Filter Loading 6, 10

Model and Serial Numbers Operating the Dryer

Perm.

Press Drying Tips 7, 13, 14

Press Guard Feature Problem Solver

Safety Instructions

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Dryer

use

and

Care

of Models

Dm2650R

DU2650R

Sorting Storing Dryer

Timed Drying User Maintenance Instructions 11

Warranty

Back Cover

GE Answer Center”

800.626.2000

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HELP US HELP YOU...

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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, KY 40225

WA~~G:

the risk of

For your safety the information in this manual must be

fire

or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal

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.

—Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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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Mediately

fo~owed

injury

caU

your gas supplier from a

minimti

or loss of

tife.

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

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—WWT 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.

you cannot reach your gas supplier,

cdl the RN department.

—Installation and service must be performed

by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

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Clear the room, building or area of

occupants.

All drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January

If you need service

people

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to

for further help.

First, contact the

serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. [n 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, KY 40225

who

1984.

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Drive

MORTANT

SAFETY

~STRUC~ONS

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~PORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.

Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or

Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryers to the outdoors.

Warning-To reduce the risk of fire,

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Use this appliance only for its intended

—Properly ground to conform with

—Locate where the temperature is above

—Connect to a properly rated, protected

—E~austing to the outside is STRONGLY

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electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

purpose

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This dryer must be properly installed

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is used.

Instructions sheet with your dryer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center”,

800.626.2000.

(lO°C.)

control system. Do not dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.

and sized power supply circuit

electrical overload.

RECOMMENDED

of moisture and lint from being blown into the room, Carefully follow the Exhausting Details in the Installation Instructions.

and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it

If you did not receive an Installation

governing codes and ordinances.

detafls

for satisfactory operation of the dryer

fuels.

as described in this Use and Care Book.

in Installation Instructions.

50°F.

instati

or store the

to avoid

to prevent large amounts

before wing

recommended in this Use and C-are Book or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

junction

cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

Minhize

of a Fire Hazard

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Exhaust

Use only diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside.

PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK OTHER EASILY PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.

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Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber,

plastic, or similar materials

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.

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Do not store items that

(such as clothing, paper or plastic containers, etc.) on top of the dryer during the operation.

ttis app~ance.

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Do not repair or replace any

part of the appliance or attempt

any

servicing unless

When disconnecting this appliance

PU1l

the

plug rather than the

to avoid

cord

of cord and plug.

damage

Mak;

the Possibility

Duct+ee InstaUation

rigid

metal or flexible metal 4“

CAN

CAUSE A

may

burn or melt

m;terids,

specifically

to the cord or

sure that the

Instructions.

USE OF

HRE.

FOIL OR

(such as padded

plastics

(continued next page)

WORTANT

SA~TY

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Garments labeled “Dry Away from Heat”

(such as life jackets containing Kapok)

must not be put in your dryer.

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Do not wash or dry articles that

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substances (such as wax, paint, gasoline,

degreasers,

etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use these substances around your washer dryer during operation.

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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.

with combustible or

dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene,

or~potted

&xplosive

antior

(continued)

~STRUCTIONS

Minimize the Possibility of Injury

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Never reach into the dryer while the

drum is moving.

or adding clothes, wait until the drum has completely stopped.

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Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer.

Skin irritation could result from the remaining glass

ptiicles

during subsequent dryer uses.

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To avoid

appliance. Dispose shipping or packing materials properly. Before discarding a dryer, or removing from service, remove the door of the dryer compartment.

The laundry process can reduce

the

manufacturer’s care instructions

should be followed very carefully.

●

if this appliance is used by or

near children to play inside, on, or with this appliance or any discarded

Before loading, unloading

that maybe picked up by clothing

flame retardancy

sucha

result, the garment

supervision is necessary

chfldren.

Do not allow

ofdiscarded

of fabrics.

appliances and

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OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.

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Keep the area around and underneath

your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials,

chemicals, etc.

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The interior of the machine and the exhaust

duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned periodically by a qualified individual.

. Clean the lint filter before each load

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to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room.

such as lint, paper, rags,

DO NOT

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Keep all laundry aids (such as

[

container labels to avoid personal injury.

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Keep the floor around your appliances clean

and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

maintenance or cleaning (except the removal

and cleaning of the lint filter).

. Do not tamper with the controls.

detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, etc.) out of of children,

cabinet. Observe all warnings on

●

To minimize the possibility of electric

shock,

power supply before attempting any

NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector

unplug this appliance from the

knob to an 0~ position does NOT disconnect the power supply.

preferably in a locked

appliace

the

reach

from the

●

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.

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If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with an

automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot light.

DO NOT

A~EM~

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.

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 manufacturer’s instructions for those products, or try a dryer-added product for which the

martufacturer

gives written assurance on the package that their product can be safely used in your dryer.

Service or performance problems caused by the use of these products

are

the responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under the warranty of this appliance.

SAVE T~SE ~STRUCTIONS

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ENERGY-SAV~G TWS

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Sort clothes by weight so you won’t have to run an extra cycle for one

or two heavier, slower-drying items.

● Do not overload your dryer. For efficient drying, clothes need

to tumble freely.

● Use Automatic

overdying and to save energy.

● To help prevent ironing, use Perm Press (Medium) or

(Low). Remove garments promptly at end of drying cycle and place on hangers.

● Dry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a “warm” dryer

will save energy.

● Clean the dryer lint filter each time you dry.

● Clean the dryer exhaust

exhaust can lengthen drying time.

Sensi-Dry

Cycles whenever possible to help prevent

Knits/Delicates

ducting

at least once a year. A partially clogged

HOW TO

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.

OPEMTE

YOUR DRYER

Check

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 Care and Cleaning section.

the Lint Filter

Sort and Load the Clothes

Good sorting for the dryer begins at the washer. Generally, if clothes are sorted right for washing, they’re sorted right for drying. See the How to Sort the Clothes section. If you do mix various types of fabrics in your load, set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics and remove when dry. Reset controls for the remaining heavier fabrics.

Set the Controls

See the Controls Setting Guide.

~Drying

Select the proper heat for your load.

NOTE: FLUFF (NO HEAT) is to be used only with the

Timed cycles.

Press Guard.

(Operates only with Automatic cycles).

Turn the Press Guard knob to YES to help minimize wrinkle-setting in your clothes. Press Guard provides approximately one hour of no-heat tumbling after the

clothes are dry.

Selections.

End-of-Cycle Signal.

(Operates with any cycle).

Select this signal, if desired, to remind you to remove clothes from the dryer when the cycle ends. See the End-of-Cycle Signal section at right.

Cycle Selector.

Turn the cycle selector to the desired cycle setting. The selector may be turned in either direction.

Start Knob.

Turn the Start knob to start the dryer. (Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close the door and

tum the Start knob.)

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End-of-Cycle Signal.

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(Operates with any cycle.) The signal control can be set anywhere between OFF and LOUD, depending on the desired sound level. The signal the cycle to remind you to remove the clothes.

To stop the signal while sounding, turn the signal control to OFF or advance the Cycle Selector to OFF.

The signal should always be used when drying

polyester knits or permanent press items which should be removed as soon as the dryer stops to help prevent setting of wrinkles.

The signal should also be used with the

Press Guard feature.

will

sound just before the end of

signal

The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying

Automatic Drying

When using the Automatic Cycles, the

Automatic Dry Control system continually senses

the temperature of the air in the dryer drum. Wet

laundry keeps the air cool. When laundry is dry enough ( and the drum air wwm 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

Selector setting). The Cycle Selector advances (when the heat is

ofo until it automatically turns off dryer.

cycle

Timed Drying

When using the Timed Cycles, you select the number of minutes you wish the dryer to run and it turns off at the end of this time period.

Polyester Knits & Permanent Press Drying Tips

● DO NOT OVERLOAD— ● REMOVE CLOTHES

Garments being dried or

dewrinkled should tumble freely.

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PROMPTLY—To

wrinkling, remove clothes from the dryer promptly at the end of the drying cycles.

help prevent

● PLACE ON HANGERS—

Permanent press and polyester knit garments look best if placed on hangers after drying.

CONTROL

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SETTmG GUmE

FOR

D~FERENT

Fabric Care

Load

Permanent Press, Treated Cottons, Blends with Cotton

Synthetics—Polyester, Nylon. Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics

Sturdy

Delicate

Silks and Wools, Blends including Silks and Wools

Rayon and Acetate

Down-tilled Garments, if machine washing and drying are recommended. (High)

Baby Clothes—Sturdv: DiaDers. Nig~tgowns,

Receiving Blankets, Coveralls. See Special Instructions

Baby Clothes—Delicate

Blankets—Wool, Electric, Synthetic. See “Extra-large Items.”

Curtains, Slipcovers, Draperies. DO NOT MACHINE DRY

FIBERGLASS. Chenille Bedspreads, Robes.

See below under

Rubber-coated Fabrics, Vinyl, Plastics and No Heat Articles with Plastic Trim.

Bathmats and Rugs

Size Sheets, Blankets or Spreads, Sleeping Bags, Insulated Jackets or Suits, Mattress Covers (Pads), Quilted Bedspreads.

Shirts, Pads,

Pafi-wool,

below

“Extra-lar~e Items.”

Items,

Laminated Fluff Timed Cycle

Skeets,

Cotton,

under

Drying Selection* Cycle

Cottons (High)

Perm.

Press

(Medium)

Perm.

Press (Medium)

Knits~elicates (Low)

Knits/Delicates

(Low)

Knits/Delicates (Low)

Cottons Automatic Cycles

Cottons (High)

Knits/Delicates

(Low)

Cottons (High)

Cottons

(Hi~h)

Cottons

(High)

Perm.

Press

(Medium)

FABWCS

Automatic Cycles or Timed Cycle 45 minutes for dry; 20 minutes

Automatic Cycles or Timed Cycle

Automatic Cycles

Automatic

Automatic Cycles

Automatic Cycles Heavy or Normal Setting. or Timed

Automatic Cycles

Timed Cycle

AND LOADS

Cycle

Cycle Setting

Heavy or Normal Setting.Cottons and Linens

for damp dry ironing.

Perm.

if desired. 10 minutes to de-wrinkle garments that have not been washed.

Perm.

if desired.

Knits. Use Press-Guard feature

if desired.

Cycles Knits.

Knits.

Normal Setting,

45 minutes.

Knits.

Set at 20 to 25 minutes

For first setting, set at 20 minutes; For second setting, set at

First setting—20 minutes; additional settings—5 minutes.

Set for time desired.

First setting—20 minutes; additional settings—5 minutes.

First setting—20 minutes;Extra-1arge Items—Queen or King second setting—1 5 minutes; additional settings—5 minutes.

—

Press. Use Press-Guard feature

minutes.

Pillows—Feather and Polyester-

filled (if manufacturer recommends

they be dried in a dryer). See Special Instructions.

*The terms High, Medium NOTE: The Cycle Selector settings indicated above are to be used as a guide.

You may find that best results are obtained by setting the Cycle Selector to either side of the recommended settings.

and

Low Heat are those usually found on fabric care labels. For best results, follow your fabric care labels.

Cottons

(High)

Timed Cycle

Set at 50 minutes.

Special Instructions

Do not dry non-colorfast items with whites or light-colored items.

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Do not overload minimize wrinkling.

Do not overload dryer; clothes should minimize wrinkling.

Dry silks and wools in your dryer

Tumble

drying is mandatory. Down must be thoroughly dried to remove odor and prevent mildewing. Place two large, dry towels

in the dryer to improve tumbling IMPORTANT. If children’s

damage these fabrics. Check manufacturer’s drying instructions.

See above for instructions

Place in dryer with 3 or 4 dry for more than 25 minutes. Do only one blanket at a time. Remove blanket at end of Press binding with warm iron. Allow to dry before storing.

Use dry towels as buffers. Set timer for 20 minutes. If items are still wet, reset for 15 minutes and check again. Items should be removed will fall out. Stop dryer periodically and check filter for excess lint. Remove and restart dryer.

dryer;

clothes should tumble freely. Remove promptly as soon as dryer stops; place clothes on hangers to

tumble freely. Remove promptly as soon as dryer stops; place clothes on hangers to

only if recommended by the garment manufacturer.

and

shorten drying time. Be sure to dry thoroughly.

sleepwear is made of Modacrylic, tumble dry only on Low/Knits. Normal Heat can

towels

which have been heated for 5 minutes. Set timer for 20 to 25 minutes. Do not set control

while

still damp. Place slipcovers on furniture immediately. Hang draperies and curtains so that creases

instructions carefully

cycle

and block blanket back to original shape.

Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat) setting as heat may cause alteration in shape, color and appearance of such articles

Stop dryer periodically and check filter for excess lint. Remove and restart dryer.

Special precautions must be taken for 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 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. Many large items, like shag rugs, cannot be dried in home size dryers.

Kapok. (See

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 pillows at end drying slowly and must be dried completely to prevent mildewing.

Refer to Garment

For more information on care labeling, send for “What’s New About CARE LABELS.” For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,

filter cleaning instructions above.)

time.

If they are not completely dry, return

Manufacturers’ Care Labels

tbem

to dryer and reset for more drying time. Feather pillows dry very

DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing KAPOK.

DO NOT tumble d~ jackets

D.C.

20402.

large

articles, when

containin~

Sort by Surface Texture

Separate

Sort by Fabric

Separate

Sort by Color

HOW TO SORT CLOTHES

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, we recommend that you wash fabrics of similar

construction together

whenever possible.

Sort by Weight

Separate

efrome

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 this:

Cottons & Linens

Drum with

For information on tumble drying extra large items and different fabrics and loads, see the Controls Setting Guide.

rum with

Permanent Press Load

CAm Am CLEAN~G

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 finishes may be damaged by a damp cloth. Try not to strike the surface with sharp objects. and stain remover products if

Dryer control panel and Apply these pretreatment products some laundry pretreatment soil such products are sprayed on or

have direct contact with the dryer.

Dryer Drum Dryer Exhaust

The porcelain enamel drum is rust-resistant and requires no special care.

Inspect and clean the dryer exhaust at least once a year.

ducting

Lint Filter

Before every dryer use, clean the lint

filter. Put your moistened fingers at the corner of the filter and wipe in a

downward motion all

the way across to the other comer.

Periodically,

remove the lint filter and insert the suction hose from your vacuum cleaner into the opening.

away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty.

Dryer Storage

To store your dryer for a short period of time, disconnect the power supply and clean the lint filter.

Air Circulation

Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilating air.

Drum Lamp

BEFORE REPLACING LIGHT BULB, BE SURE TO UNPLUG THE DRYER POWER CORD. Unscrew the bulb and replace it with the same type

10-watt bulb.

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QUESTIONS?

. USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

DRYER WON’T START

CLOTHES

TA~

TOO

LONG TO DRY

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● Dryer unplugged. Make sure power cord is plugged in.

● No power to dryer. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure dryer is

getting current. Most electric dryers use two.

● Controls improperly set. Make sure controls

are

set and Start knob is turned.

Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close the door

and turn the Start knob.

“

Dryer door is open. Close door

● Circuit is overloaded. Do not operate other appliances

securelyAryer

will not run with door open.

the same electrical

outlet or circuit while the dryer is operating.

● Controls improperly set. Check

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 filer 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 still tumble without heat.

Improper sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-to dry items with lightweight articles.

● Large loads of moisture-holding fabrics, such as beach towels, take a long

time to remove moisture.

“

Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine

loads.

● Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two more similar articles,

even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.

SHRINKAGE, GENERAL

● 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.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SHRINKAGE, KNITS

WRINWWG

IN PERMANENT PRESS

AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS

● 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. Maybe 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 certain 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 shirts or blouses. do not wash or dry Permanent Press with regular laundry.

● Too many clothes in washer. Items must have room to move freely.

Permanent Press loads should always be smaller than regular loads . . . no more than medium loads.

● Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press wash cycle

which provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also, use Permanent Press (Medium) drying cycle.

● Incorrect water level. Use large water level for medium load; medium level

or half full for small load.

Washing repeatedly in too hot water. Wash in cool or warm water with

plenty of detergent.

“

Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents. If you must

use a non-phosphate detergent, avoid the use of a high-carbonate detergent.

● Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use of fabric softener will

minimize wrinkling.

(continued next page)

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PROBLEM

(continued)

SOL~R

PROBLEM

WRINDING

PERMANENT PRESS AND

“NO-IRON ITEMS” (continued)

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Retumble on Permanent Press

Rerinse

●

If unsuccessful,

and

●

Iron carefully.

●

Send to Dry Cleaners for pressing.

“

Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed. *

NOTE:

clothes

permanent press synthetic/cotton blends, the eventually wear away leaving only tie synthetic. Since its the cotton portion which is treated for Permanent Press, a loss or

Wrformance

If you need more help... call, toll free: GE Answer

800.626.2000

consumer information service

Center@

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setting.

and dry on

hmg

immediately,

Permanent Press

retimble

YOU

good laundry procedures and

on normal

setting.

tempera~re

still come out writied, the finish may

will result.

for

10-12 minutes

permanent mess

not be good

cotton

prtion of the fabric can

dwrease

qurdity.

of Permanent Press

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tion–will

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at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your con-

venience

days, Our factory-trained technicians know

your appliance inside and out–so

most repairs can be handled in just one visit.

(7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. week-

9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).

scheduled

company-

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You

can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your

Hotpoint

product

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.

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own appliances

parts or accessories sent directly to

their home. Our parts system pro-

vides access to over 47,000 Genuine Renewal Parts... and all are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.

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these items, free

800.626.2000. Consumers with impaired hearing

or speech who have access to a or a conventional teletypewriter may call

800-TDD-GEAC (800-8334322)

to request information or service.

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YOUR HOTPOINT AUTOMATIC CLOTHES DRYER

WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or

cancelled

check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS

NOT 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

pati

the

dryer that fails

because of a manufacturing defect.

● Service trips to your home to teach

you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer

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.

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This warranty is extended to

the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use

in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, warranty is the same except that it

is LIMITED because to ship the product to-the shop. or for the travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer normal working hours.

Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).

● Replacement of

resetting of circuit breakers.

● Failure of the product if it is used

for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

. Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Care” servicers during

D.C.

sewice

house

In Alaska the

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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which 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.

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book is printed on recycled paper.

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Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

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