GE GFDS175GH2DG, GFDS175GH1DG, GFDS175GH0DG, GFDS175EH2DG, GFDS175EH1DG Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4

Operating Instructions

Controls ........................... 4-7

Quick Start ........................... 5

Using the Dryer ...................... 8

Care and Cleaning ............. 9

Installation Instructions

Reversing the Door Swing ....... 10-15

Stacking the Washer/Dryer ..... 14-16

Troubleshooting Tips....... 17-20

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ................. 22

Warranty .......................... 21

GFDS175 GFDS170

Printed inMexico

Write the model and serial

numbers here: Model #

Serial # They are on the label on the front

of the dryer behind the door.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

A This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts to potential hazards that can kill or hurt and others. All

safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER","WARNING", or "CAUTION".These words are defined as:

_ Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result indeath or serious inJury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate inJury.

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IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the riskof fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic

precautions, including the following:

[] Readall instructionsbeforeusingtheappliance. [] DONOTdry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning

solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

[] DONOTallow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when this appliance

is used near children. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.

[] DONOTreach into the appliance if the drum is moving. [] DONOTinstall or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

[] DONOTtamper with controls, repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically

recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have

the skills to carry out.

[] DONOTuse fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric

softener or product.

[] DONOTuseheat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarlytextured rubber-like materials. [] Clean lint screen before or after each load. DONOToperate the dryer without the lint filter inplace.

[] Donot storecombustible materials, gasoline or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Keeparea around the exhaust opening

and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt. Keep dryer area clear and free from items

that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

[] The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. [] DONOTplace items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a

chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

[] Keepthe floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping. [] Unplugthe appliance or turn offthe circuit breaker before servicing. Pressingthe Power or Start/Pause button DOESNOT

disconnect power.

[] DONOToperate this appliance if it isdamaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,or hasmissing or broken parts, including a

damaged cord or plug.

[] DONOTspray any typeof aerosol into,on or near dryer at any time. Donot useany type of spray cleaner when cleaningdryer

interior. Hazardousfumes orelectrical shock could occur.

[] See "Electrical Connection" located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.

SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS

ADDITIONAL GAS DRYERWARNINGS

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I Foryour safety,the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion

- DONOTstore or usegasoline or other flammable vapors andliquids in the vicinity of this orany other appliance.

- WHATTO DOIFYOUSMELLGAS: * DO NOTtry to light any appliance.

* DO NOTtouch any electrical switch; DONOTuseany phone in your building. * Clear the room, building, orarea ofany occupants. * Immediately callyour gassupplier from a neighboCsphone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. * If you cannot reachyour gas supplier, call the fire department.

- Installation and servicemust beperformed byaqualified installer, serviceagency,or the gassupplier.

or to prevent damage, personal injury, or death.

Stateof CaliforniaProposition 65 Warnings:

TheCaliforniaSafeDrinkingWater and Toxic EnforcementAct requiresthe governor of Californiato publisha list of substancesknown to the stateto causecancer, birth defectsor other reproductive harm and requiresbusinessesto warn of potential exposureto such

substances.

Thisproduct contains one or more chemicalsknown to the State ofCaliforniato cause cancer,birth defects or

other reproductive harm.

Gasappliances can causelow-levelexposureto some of thesesubstances,including benzene,carbon monoxide,formaldehyde and soot,causedprimarily bythe incompletecombustion of natural gas orLPfuels. Exposureto these substancescan be minimizedby

properlyventing the dryerto the outdoors.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dryer control panel.

A WARNING!

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSbefore operating this appliance.

Explosion Hazard

Keepflammable materials andvapors, such as gasoline,away

from dryer.

DONOTdry anything that has everhadanything flammable on it (evenafter washing). Failureto do so can result indeath,explosion, or fire.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Normal

Cottons

Delicates (.__

Bulky r_ "_

Mixed Loads

Towels

Sheets

Steam

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Drying Damp Cool Down Complete

Nowasher can completelyremoveoil. Donot dry anything that has ever had any type of oilon it

(includingcooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must bedriedon a

clotheslineor by usingan air dry cycle. Failureto follow these instructions can resultin death or fire.

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Refresh Alert

Steam Damp

Fire Hazard

More Dry

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L#ss Dry

Damp

Power

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start/ Pause

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Control settings.

Quick Start

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[i]Press the Power button.

If the screen is dark, a press

Power

F_ Press the Start/Pause button.

Start/Pause

of the Power button will "wake up" the display.

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Selecta dry cycle.(Defaultsore set c............ _o

M xed Loads Towels

for each cycle.Thesedefault , // B.......

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Dry

Power

press to "wake up" the display. Ifthe display is active, press to turn the dryer off. NOTE:Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

Dry Cycles The dry cycle controls the length and tumble speed of the drying process. The chart below will help you match the dry

setting with the loads.

Normal/Mixed Loads Forloads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.

Cottons Forcottons and most linens.

Delicates Forlingerie and special-carefabrics.

Forlarge coats, bed spreads,mattress covers,sleeping bags, blankets,comforters,jackets, small rugs,

Bulky/Bedding and similar largeand bulky items.

Clothing worn for active sports exerciseand some casual wear. Fabricsincludenew technology

Perm Press/Casuals finishes and stretch fibers such as Spandex.Alsofor clothing labeled EasyCareor Perma Press:For

wrinkle-free and permanent press items.

Quick Dry Forsmall loads that are needed in a hurry, such assports or school uniforms. Canalso be used if the

previous cycleleft some items damp,such ascollars orwaistbands.

Towels/Sheets Usefor towels ORsheets. It is not recommended to mix towels and sheets in the same load.

Steam Dewrinkle Provides 20 minutes of steam drying to assist with dewrinkling clothes. Idealfor loadsleft in dryer

FullLoads for an extended time.

Warm Up Provides10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.

Air Fluff/No Heat Provides 10 minutes of tumbling time without heat.

Useto set your own dry time. Time Dry isalso recommended for small loads.To use:

!. Turn dry cycle dial to Time Dry.

2. Increase the drying time by pressing the Add Time button.

Time Dry

Note: This button only increases the time. When max time is reached, pressing the button again will reset the counter to the lowest setting.

3. Select the Temp.

4. Close the door.

5. PressStart/Pause.

Control settings.

Add Time

Press to add time to the Steam Dewrinkle, Warm Up, Air Fluff or Time Dry cycles in !0

minute increments.

Temp

You can change the temperature of your dry

cycle.

Level

Start / Pause

High

Medium

Low Extra Low

Level

Thesensor continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load.When the moisture inyour clothes reaches your selected dry level,the dryer will stop.

More Dry Usefor heavy or mixed type of fabrics. Dry Usefor normal drynesslevelsuitable for most loads.This isthe preferred cycle for energy

Less Dry Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing). Damp Forleaving items partially damp.

Start/Pause

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

For regular to heavy cottons. For synthetics, blends and items labeled Permanent Press.

For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

NOTE:Sensor dry Level only works with Cottons, Normal, Perm Press, Delicates,

Quick Dry, Bulky, Towels/Sheets and Steam Dewrinkle cycles.

saving.

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Sanitization Performance of

NSFProtocol P154 l

Residential CLothes Dryers

Steam Refresh Cycle

Forslightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly reduces wrinkles on up to 5garments. Afterthe

Steam RefreshCycle,the unit will beep anddisplay "0:00."Ifthe unit isnot turned offor if the door is

not opened,the dryer will continue to tumble for 30 minutes.At the endof 30 minutes, it will display "0:00"and the cyclewill be complete.

Sanitize

Thisoption reduces certain types of bacteria by 99.9%,including: Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonasaeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae*. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat isused during a portion of the drying cycle.

NOTE:Asingleextremely light fabric item may need to have anadditional item includedto

achieve optimum results.

NOTE:Do not use this cycle on delicate

fabrics. *TheSanitize CycleisCertified by NSF

International to NSFProtocolP154Sanitization Performance of ResidentialClothes Dryers.

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Dry

Alert

Ext Tumble

WrJnkle Care

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Volume

Delay Dry

Use to delay the start of your dryer. !. Choose your dry cycle and any options.

2. Press Delay Dry. You can change the delay time in ! hour increments up to 24 hours, using the

Delay Dry button.

3. Pressthe Start/Pause button to start the

Damp Alert

Thisoption causesthe dryer to beepwhen clothes

hove dried to a damp level.Removeitems that you wish to hang dry. TheDamp Alert will only beep when this option is selected,and the dryer will continue to dry.

Ext Tumble/Wrinkle Care

Minimizeswrinkles by adding approximately 60

minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are dry. Thebeeper will sound every five minutes as a

reminder to remove the clothes.

Volume

Alerts you that the cycle iscomplete.Thebeeper will continue to sound every minute for the next 5

minutes, until the clothes have beenremoved.The clothes should be removedwhen the beeper goes

off so wrinkles don't set in.

countdown.

NOTE:If the door is opened while the dryer is in Delay Dry, the countdown time will not restart

unless the door is closed and Start/Pause button has been pressed again.

Removingclothes and hanging them when they are damp can reduce the needto iron some items.

Theestimated time remaining display will show "0:00".

Theextended tumble time does not get added to the cycle time on the display.

PressVolume to select low, medium or high volume,

or to turn the beeper off. Toturn onor off the sounds the buttons make

when pressed,pressand holdthe Volume button for 3 seconds.

Lock Controls

Hold 3 Sec

Clean Filter

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Lock Control

You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock or unlock the controls after you have started a cycle.

Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by touching buttons with this option selected.

To lock the dryer, press and hold the Lock Control button for 3 seconds.

Clean Filter Message

This message represents only a reminder and does not always appear when the filter needs cleaning. The filter should be cleaned after every drying cycle

is complete.

Display

Displays the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle.

As the cycle begins, you will see an initial approximate total cycle time in the display.

To unlock the dryer controls, press and hold the Lock Control button for 3 seconds.

A sound is made to indicate the lock/unlock status.

The indicator light above the button will illuminate when the controls are locked.

NOTE:The Power button can still be used when the machine is locked.

Thismessagewill disappear after the Start/ Pausebutton ispressed.Eventhough you may have already cleaned the filter (beforeor after the

Power button has beenpressed),the "Clean Filter" messagewill stillbedisplayeduntil the Start/Pause

button isactivated.

Then lights will "race" in the display. This means the dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of moisture inthe load. The lights will continue until the dryer senses a low level of moisture in

the load. At that point, the dryer will calculate and display the approximate time remaining.

Using the dryer.

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

Fabric Care LabelsBelow are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering.

Dry Labels

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d_ Donotdry

setting

SPsetCriua/tions _ _] [-_

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

High Medium Low No heat/air

Line dry/ Drip dry Dry fiat In the shade

hang to dry

wrinkle resistant delicate do not wash)

Sorting and Loading Hints

Asa general rule,if clothesare sorted properly for the washer, they aresorted properly for the dryer.Try alsoto sort items according to size.Forexample, do not dry a

sheet with socksorother small items. Donot add fabric softener sheetsonce

the load has becomewarm. They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce®

Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheetshave been approved for usein this dryer when used

in accordance with the manufacturer's

instructions.

Do not overload. Thiswastes energy and

causeswrinkling.

Care and Cleaning of the Dryer. GEAppliances.com

The Exterion Wipe or dust any spills or

washing compounds with a damp cloth.

Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment

soil and stain remover products. Apply these products away from the dryer. The fabric

may then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by these

products is not covered byyour warranty. The Lint Filten Clean the lint filter before

each use. Pull out the lint filter.

Moisten your fingers and remove the captured lint. Once clean, slide the filter back

into position. Havea qualified technician

vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year.

NEVER OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS FILTER

IN PLACE.

Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel

surfaces use a damp cloth with a mild, non- abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel

surfaces. Removethe cleaner residue and

then dry with a clean cloth.

Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be

cleaned once a year by qualified service

personnel. TheExhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the

exhaust ducting at least once a year to

prevent clogging.

A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time.

The Exhaust Hood: Checkwith a mirror that

the insideflaps of the hood movefreely when operating. Make surethat there is no wildlife

(birds,insects,etc.)nestinginside the duct or

hood.

The stainless steel used to make the dryer

drum provides the highest reliability available in a GEdryer.Ifthe dryer drum should be

scratched or dented during normal use,the drum will not rust or corrode. These surface

blemishes will not affect the function or durability of the drum.

Drum Lamp

The drum lamp comes on automatically when the door is opened.

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

the dryer at the household distribution panel

by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Reach above dryer opening

from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and

replace with the same size bulb.

Order replacement bulb WE4M305 on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, by phone at

800.626.2002 during normal business hours, or purchase appliance bulb 7C7 from your

local retailer.

Installation Instructions

REVERSINGTHE DOOR SWING (if desired}

IMPORTANT NOTES

, Read the instructions all the way through before

starting. , Handle ports carefully to ovoid scratching point. , Set screws down by their related ports to ovoid

using them in the wrong places. , Provide a non-scratching work surface for

the doors. , Normal completion time to reverse the door swing

is 30-60 minutes.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

0 Phillips-head screwdriver 1:3Putty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver

DOOR PARTS

IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the

cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed. These instructions are for changing the hinges

from the right side to the left side-if you ever want to switch them back to the right side, follow these

some instructions and reverse all references to the left and right.

Outer Ring

6 - Tapping Screws

BEFORE YOU START

Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet.

4 - Hinge Screws

Inner Door

8 - Machine Screws

Hinge

4 - Beauty Buttons

Hinge Cover

2 - Strike Bracket

Screws

Installation Instructions

m REMOVE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY A. Open the door to approximately Z30 degrees.

Remove the 6 tapping screws located around

the perimeter of the door outlining the gasket.

Remove the outer ring.

[] REMOVE HINGE AND COVER

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

A. Remove the 6 machine screws from the hinge

and the 2 machine screws from the hinge cover.

Hinge Cover

Hinge

B. With the screws removed, turn the door over and

separate the outer door assembly and hinge cover of the door from the door frame and set aside.

Remove 3 hinge screws starting at the bottom and move up. Make sure the door is supported

while removing the screws.

-Then loosen top screw, remove door

and remove screw

remove

three lower

hinge screws

FTIREINSTALL HINGE ASSEMBLY

A. Place the hinge in the opposite side of the door

as shown. Push the hinge in place until the hinge

holes align with the door holes.

Hinge shown on opposite

side

D. Loosen the top screw as shown. Unhook the door

by lifting and pulling. Remove the top screw.

Installation Instructions

REVERSINGTHE DOOR SWING (if desired}

[] REINSTALL HINGE ASSEMBLY {cont.)

B. Hold the hinge in place and turn the door over.

Install the hinge using the 6 machine screws removed earlier.

Hinge

I_1 REINSTALL HINGE COVER

A. Turn the door over and place the hinge cover in

the opposite side of the door as shown. Align the

hinge cover holes with the holes in the door.

I_1 REINSTALL HINGE COVER {cont.)

Bo Hold the hinge cover in place and turn the door

over. Install the hinge cover using the 2 machine screws removed earlier.

Hinge

Cover

ITI HOVE STRIKE BRACKET

Using a putty knife or any other flat tool, remove

the 4 beauty buttons located on the dryer where the door will be installed and install them on the

opposite side.

Hinge cover shown on

opposite side

Installation Instructions

[_] MOVE STRIKE BRACKET (cont.)

B. Switch the strike bracket and its cover to the

opposite side by removing the screws. Reinstall

both on the opposite side.

REINSTALL DOOR ASSEMBLY

Install the door on the dryer. To ease this step,

the hinge has keyholes that allow a partially fastened screw to be used as a hook.

Partially fasten a screw to the uppermost screw hole. Hook the door on the partially fastened

screw.

Fasten the hinge by installing the other 3 screws

and tightening the partially fastened screw above.

First partially install top hinge screw in dryer and hang door

from it Then secure with screws

Bo Align the outer ring in the door and fasten the 6

tapping screws located around the perimeter of the door outlining the gasket.

Installation Instructions

STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER(if desired)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

. IMPORTANT- Savetheseinstructionsfor

local electrical inspector's use.

, IMPORTANT-Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

, Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

, Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions for

future reference.

, Service must be performed by a qualified

installer.

, Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer.

, Disconnect power before installing. Failure to do

so could result in serious injury or death.

I-_1- Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to install dryer. Failure to do so may result in back or other injury.

Avoid Tipping and Rupture of Utility Services.

Dryer must be securely attached to the washer. DO NOT place the washer on top of the dryer. Failure to do so could result in personal injury/ death or property damage.

Mobile Home or Manufactured Home Installation

- Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a mobile home or manufactured home.

MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN

ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and

for air opening are: 0" both sides, 3" front/rear and

1" top. Consideration must be given to provide

adequate clearance for installation and service.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR

CLOSET INSTALLATION

, Your dryer is approved for installation in an

alcove or closet, as stated on a label on the dryer back.

, The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See

the EXHAUSTING THE DRYERsection.

, Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and

adjacent walls or other surfaces is:

0" either side 3" front and rear

12" top

, Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead

shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52".

, Closet doors must be Iouvered or otherwise

ventilated and have at least 60 square inches

of open area equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area equally distributed.

, The closet should be vented to the outdoors to

prevent gas pocketing in case of gas in the supply line.

, No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed

in the same closet with the dryer (gas models only).

NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT

THE REAR OF THE DRYER,MINIMUM CLEARANCE

FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES.

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