GE DPSF505EW2WW, DPSF505EW2AA, DPSF505EW1WW, DPSF505EW1AA, DPSF505EW0WW Owner’s Manual

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Owner's Manual

GEAppliances

Manuel d'utilisation Manual delpropieta6o

Type#95 TypeS05

English section begins on page 2 La section fran_aise commence a la page 16

La seccion en espa_ol empieza en la pagina 32

Part No. 175D1807P246 Pub. No. 49-9975 3-98 cG

500A295P023

Safety information .... 3-5

Operating instructions

Controls .................. 6,7

Features..................... 8

DryingCenter................ 9

ReversingTheDoor........... I0

LoadingandUsingTheDryer .., 1I

VentingTheDryer........... 12

Congratulations!

YouAreNow PartoftheGEFamily.

Welcome to d_e GE fhmily. We're proud of our quality products and we are committed

to prox_kling dependable sel_ice. You'll see it in this easy-to-use Owner's Manual and

you'll hear it in tt_e fiien(lly voices of our customer sel_ice department. Best of all, you'll experience these values each time you use your (hyer. That's

important, because your new (hyer willbe part of your fmnily f_)rmany years. And we

hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.

We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue

to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.

GE& You,P ServicePartnership.

IMPORTANT!

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof ofthe original purchase date is needed to obtain sel_ice under the warranty.

Troubleshooting 77ps

BeforeYouCallForService... I3 74

CustomerService

Warranty................. I5

ServiceTelephone

Numbers............ BackCover

FORYOURRECORDS

Write the model and serial numbershere:

They are on tl_elabel on the fi'ont of the (hyer behind the door.

READTHISMANUAL

Inside you will find many helpflfl hints on how to use and maintain your (hyer properly.Just a little preventive care on your part can save

you a great deal of time and money over the life of your (hTer.

You'll find many answers t() common problems in the Before You

Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting ?Tps

first, you may not need to call for se_ice at all.

PROPERVENTING

For file best dl)dng performance the d_Ter needs to be properly

vented. The dlTer _.dlluse more ener_, and mn longer if it is not vented to the spedficafions outlined in the Venting the Dryersection in

this manual and the Exhausting section in the Installation Instructions.

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IFYOUNEEDSERVICE

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-fi'ee customer sei_dce numbers isincluded in

the back section. Or, in the U.S.,you can always call the GE Answer Center ®at 800.626.2000,'_" _ 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. InCanada, call 1-800-361-3400.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire

or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent properly damage, personal injury, or death.

[] Do not store or use gasoline or other

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

[] Installation and service must be performed

by a qualified installer, service agency or

the gas supplier.

WHATTODOIF YOUSMELLGAS:

_-_ Do not try to light a match, or cigarette, or

turn on any gas or electrical appliance.

[] Do not touch any electrical switch; do not

use any phone in your building.

[] Clear the room, building or area of all

occupants.

Cafifomia Safe Drinking Water and ToxicEnforcement Act

This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances kno_m to the state to cause cancer, birfl_ defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure

to such substances.

Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to %ur of these substances, nmnely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaMehyde and soot, caused primarily by tt_e incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP filels.

F_ lmmediately call your gas supplier from a,

neighbors phone. Follow the gas suppliers

instructions carefully,

[] ffyou cannotroachyourgas supplier,call

the fire department.

Properly adjusted (hTers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized fllrther by properly venting the (hyer to the outdoors.

PROPERINSTALLATION

This dryer must be properly instafled and located in accordance with the Instafiation Instructions

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

calling us toll-free at the GEAnswer Center ®, 800.626.2000.

[] Properly ground (hyer to confbrm with all

governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in

Installation Instructions.

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

temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

[] Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power supply circuit to re<rid electrical overload.

[] Remove all shmqppacking items and dispose of all

shipping materials properly.

Exhaust/Ducting:

Z] Gas (hyers MUSTbe exhausted to the outside.

[_-_Exhausting electric (hyers to tt_e outside is

stronglyrecommendedto prevent large amounts of moisture and lint fl'om being blown into the

roDin.

Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork inside tt_e (hyer cabinet or

fbr exhausting m the outside. USEOFPLASTIC

OROTHERCOMBUSTIBtEDUCTWORKCANCAUSE

AFIRE.PUNCTUREDDUCTWORKCANCAUSEA FIREIFIT COLLAPSESORBECOMESOTHERWISE

RESTRICTEDIN USEORDURINGINSTALLATION.

For complete details, ff41ow the Installation Instructions. oo

iMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

[]

Keep the area underneath and around your appliances flee of combustible materials (lint,

paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals, and other flmnmable vapors and liquids.

[] Keep the floor around your appliances clean and [] Never climb on or stand on the dUeT top.

dU m re&me dm possibilipy of slipping.

[]

(;lose supervision is necessa U if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children

to play on, with, or inside t|_is or aW other appliance.

WHENUSINGYOURDRYER

[]

Never reach into tt_e dUeT while tt_e drum is moving. Be%re loading, unloading or adding clothes, wait until the dram has complemly

stopped.

[]

Clean the lint filter befbre each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dUeT or in the room.

DONOTOPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUTTHELINT

FILTERIN PLACE.

[]

Do not wash or dU articles flint have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotmd with combustible or explosive substances (such as

wax, oil, paint, gasoline, de_'easers, (h)_cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or

explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place dmse substances

around your washer or dUeT during operation.

[] An?."article on which you have used a cleaning

solvent or dmt contains flammable materials

(such as cleaning clod, s, mops, towels used in beauty salons, restaurants, or barber shops, etc.) must not be placed in or near the dUeT until

solvents or flammable materials have been removed. There are mmly highly flammable

items used in homes such as acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some household

cleaners, some spot removers, mqoentines, waxes, wax removers and products containing

petroleum distillams.

[]

The lmmd U process can reduce tt_e flame retardan(.y of fi_brics. To avoid such a result,

carefiflly follow the gm-ment manuf_mmrer's care instructions.

[] Keep all lmmd U aids (such as detergents,

bleaches, etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Obseis_e all warnings on container labels m avoid inju137.

[] Do not dU articles containing rubber, plastic,

fbam, or similar materials such as padded bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby

pants, plastic bags, pillows, etc., that may melt or burn. Some robber materials, when heated, can

under certain circumstances pro&me fire 1)77 spontaneous combustion.

[] Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may

burn or melt on top of the dUeT during operation.

[] Gammnts labeled DryAway from Hoator Do

Not TumbleDr},(such as life jackets containing

Kapok) must not be put in your (hTer.

[] Do not dU fiberglass articles in your duer.

Skin irritation could result fl'om the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing

(hmng subsequent (hyer uses.

[] To minimize dm possibility of elecuic shock,

unplug this appliance fi'om the power supply or disconnect dm dUeT at the household

distribution panel by removing the fi.meor switching off dm circuit breaker before

attempting aW maintenance or cleaning

(except the removal and cleaning of the lint

filter). NOTE:Turning the Cycle Selector knob m an OFFposition does N0gdisconnect the

appliance from the power supply.

Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfimctioning, partially

disassembled, or has missing or broken parks, including a damaged cord or plug.

The interior of tim machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer shouM be cleaned at

least once a year by a qualified technician. See the

Loadingand Usingthe Dryersection.

Ifyours is a gas (hyer, it is equipped with an automatic electric ignition and does not have a

pilot light. DONOTATTEMPTTOLIGHTWITHA

MATCH.Burns may result fi'om having your hand in the vk:inity of the burner when the automatic

ignition turns on.

WHENNOTUSINGYOURDRYER

• You may xdsh to soften your laundered f_tbrics or re&me the static electricity in theln by using

a due>applied f>lbricsoftener or an anti-static conditioner. We recommend you use either a

f>lbricsoftener in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer's instructions for those

pro(hm_s, or uy a due>added product for which the manufacturer gives written assurance

on the package that their product can be safely used in your duet. Sets@e or perfbmlance

problems caused by use of these pro(hints are the responsibility, of the manuf_mmrers of those

produc_s and are not covered under the wan'anty m this appliance.

• Grasp file plug fimdy when disconnecting this appliance to avoid damage to the cord while

pulling. Place the cord away fi'om traffic areas so it,_411not be stepped on, tripped over or

subjected m damage. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of

this appliance or attempt any sei_:icing unless spedfically recommended in this Ox.mer's Manual or in published user-repair instructions that)<)u

understand and have the skills to cany out.

• Befbre discarding a (hyer, or relnoving it from service, remove the (hyer door to prevent

chiMren fi'Oln hiding inside.

• Do not tamper _ith controls.

Readandfollow thisSafetyInformationcarefully.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe dryercontrolpanel.

Youcan locate your model number on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model

Type 495

SensorDry

C-TT-N- EXTRACARE_ LESSDRYEASYCARE

FABRICCARE OPTIONS

NO REG. MED LOW EXTRA SIGNAL

HEAT HEAT HEAT HEAT CARE

I _ _ m B _ OPTIONS START

RESET PUSH TO

U U :_ _-"_ COOLOOW.

_M ATIC LESSDRY/_'_ "_ _ P_U_v'_PMR_TsIsC

* f / \ \ "_ ErRACARE

MOREURVI(\ \ II

"\\ \ \ /I MOREO.,

UEWR,NKLE20\\t,.)J/ ,ESSURY

DAMP DRY 30 __ E;°TRL;°c_RE KNITS/

TIMED DRY so6070 80 • DELICATES

"X-= PREFERREDREGULARSETTING

m [i

• MORE DRY

MIN AUTOMATIC

Type 505

SensorDry

COTTONS EXTRACARE_""='=_ r_E[J_(NITS EASYCARE

MATIC [.__y AUTOMATIC

JEANS/TOWELSII \ \ I | •

DEWRINKLE 20 _,._ _,.._/,_ .......

TIMED DRY oulc_?_Y_"°so607o8o • ULTRACARE

START

FABRICCARE OPTIONS

HEATHEAT,EATHEATHEATCARE

_ m _ OPTIONS

oGGENTLELOWMEOREGEXTRAS,GOAL

@0@@@

RESET

"El m m

• WRINKLE FREECO'R'ON

SHIRTS _'_"_ [ PERM PRESS/DELICATES

•'X- f / \ \ _l '_i EXTRACARE _

....... = | I \ \ I I WOOLENS/LINENS

- \\ \ \ //R;;"_°,;,<K

DAMPDRY 30 _ E; OOLoOwN

._ EXTRA CARE

MIN AUTOMATIC

-X-= PREFERREDREGULARSETTING

NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LP gas), size of

load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.

Control Settings

IMPORTANT."Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.

f_ Fabric Care

COTTONSForregulartoheavycottons.

REG.HEAT

EASYCARE Forsynthetics,blends,delicatesanditemslabeledpermanentpress.

MEDHEAT

FLUFFForfluffingitemswithoutheat.Usetile TIMEDDRYcycle.

NOHEAT

EASYCAREFordelicates,syntheticsanditemslabeledtumble drylow.

DEUCATES

LOWHEAT

ULTRACAREForlingerieandspecialcarefabrics.

GENTLEHEAT

KNITS Forknits,delicatesanditemslabeledtumbledrylow.

DEUCATES

LOWHEAT

Orying Cycles- Automatic QTclesautomatically sense f_lbric (h)_less. Select MOREORYfbr hemier [:abrics,

LESSDRYfbr lighter [:ablics. Timed Q_clesrun for tt_e selected dme.

COTTONSForcottonsandmosttowels.Formostloadsselectthe PreferredRegularSettingmarkedwith an _.

AUTOMATIC

EASYCAREForsyntheticblendsanddelicates.

AUTOMATIC

PERMPRESS/

DEUCATES

KNITS/ Forknitsanddelicates.

DEUCATES

AUTOMATIC ULTRACARE Forspecialcarefabricssuchasrayons,woolensandsilks

TIMEDDRY SettileCycleSelectorat tiledesireddryingtime.

QUICKDRY Foroneortwo items,

DAMPDRY Forleavingitemspartiallydry.

DEWRINI{LEForremovingwrinklesfromitemsthatarecleananddryorthatareverylightlydamp.

Start- (;lose the (hyer door. Select STARTOpening the door during operation will stop tt_e (hyer. To

restart the (hyer, close the door and select STARTtocomplete the (?Tcle.

Color Logic

Select the CoITect FABRICCAREsetting. Match the particular color below the words with the same color on the Cycle Dial.

Example:Dryinga loadof clothinglabeledpermanentpress.

[_ Choose the FABRICCAREsetdng--fbr fl_isload it would

be tt_e EASYCAREMEDHEAT(which is a particular color).

[_] Turn d_e Cycle Dial to the area tt_at has the stone color

as tt_e FABRICCAREsetting you have chosen-for dfis load it would be tlle EASYCAREPERMPRESS. 7

Aboutyourdryerfeatures.

Extra Care

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EXTRA SIGNAL

CARE

Use this option to minimize the wrinkles in clothes. It provides approximately 15

minutes of no-heat um_bling after tt_e clothes are (hy.

This option can only be used with Automatic cycles. If you are using the

CYCLESIGNALand you select the EXTRA CAREoption, a si_lal will sound at the end

of d@ng time and several times (luring the

EXTRACAREcycle. This will remind you that

it is time to remove the clothes.

Cycle Signal

This signal will sound just befbre the end of the (.Tcleto remind you to remove the

clothes. The si_ml sound level can be adjusmd.

If you selected the EXTRACAREoption the

signal will sound at the end of the &Ting time and will sound several times during

the EXTRACAREcycle. This will remind

you that it is time to remove the clothes.

NOTE:

• Removegarmentspromptlyat the sound of the signal Place clothes on hangersso

wrinMes won't set in.

• Use the CycleSignal especially when

dryingfabricslike polyesterknits and

permanentpress.Thesefabricsshould be

removedso wrinkles won'tset in.

Reset Options

Selecting RESETOPTIONScancelsall options

that have been selected.

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SensorDry

This feature is only activated in the automatic cycles.

As the clothes ramble they touch a large

sensor. The SensorDry feature will stop the heating cycle as soon as the clothes

have reached the selected (hyness.

Drum Lamp

Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect

the dUeT at the household distribution panel by removing the filse or s_dtching

off the circuit breaker. Reach above dUeT opening fi'om inside the dram. Remove the

bulb and replace with the same size bulb.

On some models there is a SensorDry indicator light. This light is illuminated

(luring automatic cycles. When the SensorOry feature stops the heating cycle

the light will go out and the cool down period will begin.

NOTE:The clothes will be hot if they are removed immediately after the indicator

light goes out.

Drying Rack

A handy (hying rack may be used fbr dp)_ng

articles such as stuffed tWs, pillows or

washable sweaters.

NOTE:

• The (hying rack must be used with the

TIMEDCYCLE.

Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack

extends into the (hyer drum.

• Do not use this (hying rack when there are other clothes in the (hyer.

Aboutthedryingcenter.

WARNING!

• Do not overload the Dt?_ng Center. It lllay be damaged ifnlore than 20 lbs. are applied.

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• Alwws store the Drying Center in a sad position so that it does not hit awone.

• Do not allow chil&en m plW _ith the Drying Center. The pole on the Dwing Center can be set at different heights. Line up the tabs on

the pole _ith the notch on the brackets (this will occur when the pole is parallel to

!iiil

the control panel) and raise or lower the pole, resting the tab on the bracket at the height you want.

The Drying Center can be mounted on either side of the dryer.

Toremoveandtransferthe DryingCenterto theoppositeside:

[_] Remove the pole by raising it up. Make sure to line up the tabs on the pole with the

notches on the bracket.

[-_ Remove the four screws tl_at secure the bracket to the (hyer. Three of the screws xdll

be required to mount the bracket on the odmr side. The fourth screw at the top of din side panel flange (shox,m in circled illustration) needs to be put back into its ori_nal

location.

[-_On the other side of the (hTer remove tt_e screw at tt_e top of tt_e side panel flange

(shown in circled illustration).

[-_ Turn the bracket upside down and attach it witt_ tt_e screw you just removed and

with the three screws that were removed fi'om the other side.

WaRNNa!

Make stu'e you use only dmse screws. Never use any long screws (must be less dmn 3/8") or pointed screws.

N Insert tt_e pole into tt_e mounting bracket.

Aboutmvemingthe door.

Reversing the Door

Too/sneeded,

[] Standard#2 [] Tape-tipped

Phillipsscrewdriver puttyknife

F_Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the hinges. With tim door

completely open, remove the bottom sc_ew fk'om each hinge on the (hyer f:ace.Insert these screws about halfway into the lOP holes, for each hinge, on the opposite side

(where you removed the filler plugs). Apply firm pressure to get the screw started in

untapped holes.

_-] Loosen top screw from each hinge on the duer face halfway. With one hand holding

the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door fi'om the duet by lifting it UPand OUT

[] Needle-nosed

pliers

[-_-]Rotate the door 180 °. Insert it on the opposite side of the opening by moving the door

IN and DOWNuntil the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws inserted in step 1.

[_ Remove the remaining screws fi'om the side of the opening fi'om 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 fi'om which the door was

removed.

Loadingand usingthe dryer.

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

SortingandLoadingHints

As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly tbr the washer, they are sorted properly tbr the &yer.

Donotaddfabricsoftenersheetsoncetheloadhasbecomewarm.Theymaycausefabricsoftenerstains. Donot overload. Thiswastesenergyandcauseswrinkling.

Donotdrythe following items:fiberglassitems,woolens,rubber-coateditems,plastics,itemswithplastictrimand

foam-filleditems.

CareandCleaningof theDryer

TheExterior:Wipe or dust an?."spills or washing compounds wid_ a damp clod_. D1).'ercontrol

panel and finishes may be damaged by some

lmmd U pretreatment soil and stain remover

products. Apply these products away fi'om the duet. The fabric may then be washed and (kie(t naturally.

Damage m your duet caused by these products is

not covered by your warran V.

TheLint Filter:(;lean dm lint filter befbre each

use. Moisten your fingers and reach into tt_e filter

opening. Run your fingers across the filter. Have a

qualified technician vacuum the lint fi'om the duet

once a year.

TheExhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhm.lst

&rating at least once a year m prevent clogging. A

partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the d@ng

time.

Follow these steps:

[7] Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the

plug fi'om tt_e wall socket.

[2-]Disconnect dm duct fi'om the d_yer. [-_ Vacuum the duct urith the hose attachment and

reconnect dm duct.

TheExhaust Hood:Check with a milTor that the inside

flaps of the hood move fi'eely when operaung. Make

sure that there is not wildlife (birds, insects, etc.)

nesOng inside the duct or hood.

FabricCareLabels

Below are fabric care label "s)qmbols" tt_at affect the cladding you will be laundering.

WASH LABELS BRY LABELS

wash __ __

cycle Normal PermanentPress/ Gentle--/ Do notwash Do notwrin_

wr_,_k_eres_sta,_t delicate an wash

Water • • • • • •

temperature Hot Warm Cold/cool

(50°C/120°F) (40°C/105°F) (30°C/85°F)

BLEACH LABELS

symbols _"J,,_,l_ .....i'_,',l_,_",_f,';;_l..................

_,eacbA /'iX :W,-.

Tumble D

dry

.eat e ® ® •

setting

Special _1

instructions

Ib--IIb--IIb--1 I2

Dry

Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ Do not tl_mble dry (used with

High Medilml Low No heat/air

Line dry/

hang to dry

wrinkle resistant delicate do not wash}

-- DO not dry

m D Fq

Dril} dry Dry flat In the shade

Ventingthe Dryer

For the best (hTing perfbrmance the (hTer needs to be properly vented. The dryer wi//use more energy

andrunlongerif it is not ventedtothe belowspecifications. Carefullyfollow the detailson Exhausting in the InstallationInstructions.

[] Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4" diameter

ductwork inside the duet cabinet or for exhausung to the outside.

[] Do not use plastic or other combusuble ductwork. [] Use the shortest length possible.

[] Do not crush or collapse. [] Avoid resung the duct on sharp objects.

[] Ventingmustconformtolocalbuildingcodes.

Correct

Venting

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Venting

Beforeyoucall forservice...

Troubleshooting 77ps

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following

pages first and you may not need to carl for service.

Possible Causes

Dryerdoesn'tstart

Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is * Check the house filse/circuit breaker box and

Dryershakes ormakes Some shaking/noise is normal * Move (hyer to an even floor space, or adjust

noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly leveling legs as necess_uy until even.

Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener * Follow directions on fabric softener paclc_ge.

Lint on clothes Lint filter is full * Clean lint screen befbre each load.

Dryer is unplugged

Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is * Check the house filse/circuit breaker box and

tripped replace fllse or reset breaker. NOTE:Most electric

tripped, the dryer may tumble replace fllse or reset breaker. but not heat

Gas service is off * Make sure gas shutoffat (hyer and main shutoffare

Drying dirty items with clean ones * Use your (hTer to (hy only clean items. DirV items can

Clothes were not completely clean * Sometimes stains w|fich cannot be seen when tt_e

What ToDo

* Make sure the (hyer plug is pushed completely into

the outlet.

(hTers use two filses/breakers.

flflly open.

stain clean items and tt_e (hyer.

clothes are wet appear _6_er(hying. Use proper

washing procedures befbre (hying.

Improper sorting * Sort lint producers (like chenille) fl'om lint collectors

(like corduroy).

Static electricity can attract lint * See suggestions in tiffs section under StATiC. Overloading * Separate large loads into smaller ones. Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets * Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.

Static occurs Overdrying * TIy a fabric softener.

* Adjust controls for less d@ng.

No fabric softener was used * TU a fitbric softener. Synthetics, permanent press and * TU a [hbric softener.

blends can cause static

Inconsistent drying times Type of heat * Automatic (hying times will wuy according to the t?qoe

of heat used (elecu'ic, natural or LP gas), size of load, bqoes of fabrics, wemess of clothes and condition of

exhaust ducts.

Beforeyoucall forservice...

Possible Causes What ToDo

Clothestaketoolong

todq

Improper sorting *Separate hemT items from lightweight items (generally,

a well-sormd washer load is a well-sormd dlyer load).

Large loads of heavy fabrics (like * Large, hemT f:abrics contain more moisulre and rake beach towels) longer to (hy. Separate large, heaxT fhbrics into smaller

loads to speed d@ng time.

Controls improperly set *Match control settings to the load you are (hying. Lint filter is full *Clean lint filmr before eveU load. Improper or obstructed ducting *Check installation instructions for proper

ducOng/venfing.

• Make sure ducOng is clean, fi'ee of kinks and unobstrucmd.

*Check to see if outside wall damper operams easily. *Check the Installation InstmcOons to make sure tile duet

venting is correct.

Blown fuses or tripped circuit *Replace fllses or reset circuit breakers. Since most breaker duers use 2 fllses/breakers, make sure both are

operating.

Overloading/combining loads * Do not put more than one washer load in tile duer at

a time.

Underloading * If you are d@ng only one or a,vo items, add a few items to

ensure proper umlbling.

CloNes are wrinkled Overdrying *Select a shorter (hying Ome.

• Remove items while they sell hold a slight amount of moisture.

Letting items sit in dryer after *Remove items when Q_cleends and fold or hang cycle ends immediately.

Clothes shrink Some fabrics will naturally shrink *To avoid shrinkage, fbllow garment care labels exactly.

Maen washed. Others can be *Some items may be pressed back into shape ;ffter d@ng.

safely washed, but will shrink in the dryer *If you are concerned about shrinkage in a parOcular item,

do not machine wash or umlble (hy it.

GEDryer WarrantyCotcustomers in the United States)

Aft warranty service provided by our Factory This warranty is valid only in the United States.

Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® Warranty may vary in Canada. See your approved technician. For service, carl 800-GE-CARES. Profile dealer for details.

GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You:

OneYear

Fromthe date ofthe originalpurchase

Five Years Anyextralargeorsupercapacitydryerdrumwlfich fails due to a defect in materials or worknlanship.

Fromthe date ofthe During this five-year limitedwarranty,you xdll be responsible for any labor or in-home se_:ice costs. originalpurchase

[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the

product.

[] Improper installation. [] Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home

use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Toknow what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General

Anypartof the dpyer which f_dls(hie to a defect in materials or worklnanship. During tiffs full

one-yearwarranty,GE _ill also provide, freeofcharge,all labor and in-holne service to replace the

(tefbctive part.

[] Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

[] Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or

acts of God.

[] Incidental or consequential damage to personal property

caused by possible defects with this appliance.

Warrantor: General Electric Company.Louisville, KY 40225

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