GE GTD81GSSJ2WS, GTD81GSSJ1WS, GTD81GSSJ0WS, GTD81GSPJ1MC, GTD81GSPJ0MC Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions ........ 2,s

Operating Instructions

Appliance Communication ...... 10

Features ......................... 7

Loading and Using the Dryer ...... 8

Operating Instructions .......... 4-7

Reversing the Door ........... 12, 13

Venting the Dryer ................ 9

Troubleshooting Tips... 14-16

Consumer Support

Consumer Support .............. 18

Parts and Accessories ........ 3, 18

Warranty ....................... 17

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ENERGYSTAR

As an ENERGY STAR ® partner,
GE hasdeterminedthatthis

product meetstheENERGYSTAR®
guidelinesforenergyefficiency.

Write the model and serial

number here:

Nodel #

Serial #

You can find them on a label
on the front of the dryer

behind the door.

234D2028PO06

49-90539 02-15 GE PrintedinMexico

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

,_ 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 in death or seriousinjury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result indeath or serious injury.

_ Indicates hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result inminor moderate

a or

you you you

injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

Toreduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock,or injury to persons when usingyour appliance, follow
basic precautions,including the following:

[] Readall instructionsbeforeusingthe appliance.
[] DO NOTdry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning

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

[] DO NOTplace items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to u

chemical reaction that could cause u loud to catch fire.

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

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

compartment.

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

[] DO NOTtamper 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.

[] DO NOTuse 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 in place.

[] Donot store combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Keep area 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.
[] Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressingthe Power or Start/Pause button DOESNOT

disconnect power.

[] DO NOToperate this appliance if it isdamaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,or hasmissing or broken parts,

including a damaged cord or plug.

[] DO NOTspray anytype of aerosol into,on or near dryerat any time. Do not useany type of spray cleanerwhen cleaning dryer

interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.

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

SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS

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ADDITIONAL GASDRYERWARNINGS

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

or to prevent damage, personalinjury, ordeath.

- DONOTstore or use gasolineor other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

- WHATTODOIFVOUSMELLGAS:

• DONOTtry to light any appliance.

• DONOTtouch any electrical switch; DO NOTuse any phonein your building.

• Clearthe room, building, or area of any occupants.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighboCsphone.Followthe gassupplieCsinstructions.

• Ifyou cannot reachyour gassupplier, call the fire department.

- Installation and service mustbe performed by a qualified installer, service agency,or the gassupplier.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

TheCaliforniaSafeDrinkingWater andToxicEnforcementAct requiresthe governorof Californiato publish a listof substances
known to the stateto cause cancer, birth defectsor other reproductive harm and requiresbusinessesto warn of potential exposure

to such substances.

Thisproduct contains one or more chemicals known to the Stateof Californiato causecancer, birth defectsor
other reproductiveharm.

Gasappliancescan cause low-level exposureto some of these substances,including benzene,carbon monoxide,formaldehyde and
soot,caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LPfuels.Exposureto these substances can beminimized by

properlyventing the dryer to the outdoors.

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PROPERINSTALLATION

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, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com or
by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

[] Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes

and ordinances. Followdetails in Installation Instructions.

[] Install or store where itwill not be exposed to

temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

[] Connect to a properly rated, protected and sizedpower

supply circuit to avoid electricaloverload.

[] Removeall sharp packing items and disposeof all shipping

materials properly.

[] Removethe colored protective tape from the control

panel.

[] Donot obstruct the flow of ventilating air. Donot stack or

placelaundry or throw rugs against the front or back of

the dryer.

Ports and Accessories

Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com today, 24 hours

a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal

business hours.

Port Number

PM14X10056

WX14X10007

DR07X!0005
PBX!0W00Y0

Accessory

Dryerdooropeningventbrush

(notincluded)

LintEaterTM dryer rotarytubebrush

(notincluded)

6'cable - CleanSpeaMMcommunication

WiFi ConnectPlus module

Exhaust/Ducting:

[_AII dryers MUSTbe exhausted to the outside to prevent

large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown
into the room.

Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the

D

dryer cabinet and use only rigid metal 4" diameter or UL
approved transition ducting between the dryer and the

home duct. USE OFPLASTIC OROTHER COMBUSTIBLE

DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE.PUNCTURED
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIREIF IT COLLAPSES OR

BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTEDIN USE OR DURING
INSTALLATION.

For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Operating instructions.

A WARNING!

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

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from dryer.

DONOTdry anything that has ever had anything flammable
on it (even after washing).

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

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

Step1 Step2

, Cleon lint filter

, Add clothes
, Shutdoor

No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it

(including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on

a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

. Select drying cycle

Controls

Step 3

Fire Hazard

Step 4

, Push Start

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Start/Pause

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Power

Press to "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to put the dryer into idle mode.
NOTE:Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

Start and Pause
Press Start to begin the cycle. NOTE:The door must be closed for the dryer to start the cycle. Pressing Start again willpause

the cycle,the Start light will blink and "MUSE" willscroll across the LCD.
Tocontinue the cycle, pressStart again.

Display and Status Lights

Thedisplay shows the approximate time remaining until the endof the cycle.
In addition, this display will, "scroll" the dryer status:

• PAUSE The message "PAUSE"will scrollacrossthe display when the dryer'scycle is paused. Thecycle may be
re-started by pressing the Start button.

• door Themessage"door" will be displayedwhen the door isopened during the dryer'scycle.

• CYCLE Themessage"CYCLE"will be displayed when the clothes are dry and the dryer is recommending a
preferred cyclefor the next load (seeCleanSpeakTM section).

• dELAY Themessage"dELAY' will bedisplayed when the DelayedDry is initiated.Itwill be replaced with the
estimated time when cyclestarts.

Cycle status lights
Showswhether the dryer isin the DRYING,DAMP,or COOLDOWN cycle.

Feature status lights indicate:

Delay Dry A delay dry time isset.
Locked Controls The dryer controls are locked - will blinkonce if you press any button or turn the cycle knob.
Clean Lint Filter Lightwill stayon for 15 seconds afterthe cyclestops.

Drying Cycles-Sensor cycles automatically determine fabric dryness.

Timed cycles run for the selected time.

Speed Dry For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sport or school uniforms. Can also be used ifthe

previous cycle leftsome items damp, such as collars or waistbands. NOTE:On some models, the time
remaining inthe cycle willshow counting down in the display.

Casuals/ For wrinkle-free, permanent press, delicate items and knits.

Easy Care

Delicates For delicate items, special-care fabrics and knits.

Jeans For jeans.

Cottons For cottons and most linens. Note: ENERGYSTAR®models are tested on Cottons with default settings.

Nixed Loads For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.

Towels/Sheets For most towels and linens.

Bulky Items For large coats, bed spreads, mattress covers, sleeping bags and similar large/bulky items such as

blankets, comforters, jackets, and small rugs.

Air Fluff For freshening or fluffing up already dry clothing, fabric, linens and pillows.

Provides 10 minutes of no-heat tumbling.

Dewrinkle Tumble for a short time with heat shown on Tamp continues to tumble with no heat periodically

sounding signal until door is opened.

Timed Dry Set the cycle selector at the desired drying time.

Operating instructions

Settings

Individual settings for Timed Dry cycle minutes (Time),dryness level (Level),and temperature (Tamp) can be set from
the minimum (lowest in column) to maximum (highest in column). In general, the higher up the column, the more
energy will be used.

Time - Selection only for Timed cycles.

Each"setting"allowsyou to specifya lower(1tap) or an upper(2taps)time working your way from a

minimum 10 minute to a maximum 99minute dry time (10,20,30,40.... 80,90,99, 10...)

Dryness Level - Selection only used for Sensor cycles. Timed cycles run for the selected time.

More Dry Usefor heavy-duty or mixed type fabrics.

Dry Usefor a normal dryness levelsuitable for most loads.This isthe preferred cycle for energy savings.

Less Dry Usefor lighter fabrics.

Damp For leavingitems partially damp.

Temperature

High For regular to heavy cottons.

Medium Forsynthetics, blends,delicates and items labeled permanent press.

Low Fordelicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low.

Extra Low Fordelicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low.

Options

Delay Dry

Asthe Delay Dry button isrepeatedly pressed,the delaytime setsto from i to 9 hours,and back to clear (0).After selecting
the delaytime, pressStart and the delay time will count down the time remaining until the cycle starts.

Ifthe Delay Dry button ispressed for 3 seconds,it clears(regardlessofthe delay time) or terminates a delaying cycle.

Extended Tumble

Usethis option to minimizethe wrinkles inclothes. It provides i hour of no-heat tumbling after the clothes aredry. Ifyou are
usingthe cycle Volume and you selectthe Extended Tumble option, a signal will sound at the end of the drying time and every
5 minutes during the Extended Tumblecycle.Thiswill remind you that itistime to remove the clothes.

eDry

Availablefor Bulky Items, Towels/Sheets, Mixed Loads,Cottons, Jeuns, Delicutes and Cusuuls/Eusy Cure. Whenthe eDry

button is pressed,cycle settings change to reduce the total energy consumption of the selected sensorcycle. NOTE:Cycle

timeswill changewhen eDry is selected.The eDrv option will default to on for Cottons. For optimal energy savings, turn
eDrv on. For optimal drying times, turn eDry off. NOTE:Energy savings will vary across loads and cycles.

TheEfficiency Nonitor lights display the relative energy use of your selected cycleand options.They are provided as an

energy guide and range from Good(1light) to Better (5 lights).Cycle(time),dryness level,temperature, and additional tumble
options can increaseor decrease your energy efficiency. Somespecial cycleswill not provide a display.

More Options
Drum Light

Thedrum light will goon if the Drum Light button is pushedor the door isopened. It will stay on until the door isshut or the

Drum Light or Power button ispushed.
Volume

Usethe Volume button to change the volume of the end of cycle and control signals.Pressthe button until you reach the
desiredvolume (Iow-med-high)or off.Theclothes should be removed when the beeper goes off sowrinkles do not set in,

NOTE:

. Removegarments promptly at the soundof signal. Placeclothes on hangers sowrinkles will not setin.
. Usethe Volumeespecially when drying fabrics likepolyester,knitsand permanent press.Thesefabrics should be removed

so wrinkles will not set in.

Control Lock

You can lockthe controls to prevent any selectionsfrom being made.Oryou can lockthe controls afteryou have started a

cycle.Childrencannot accidentally start the dryer by touching buttons with this option selected.
Tolock thedryer controls, pressand holdthe Drum Light and Volume buttonsat the sametime for 3 seconds.TheLocked

Controls iconwilllight upwhen locked.

Tounlock the dryer controls, pressand holdthe Drum Light andVolumebuttons at the sametime for 3 seconds.
NOTE:ThePower button canstill beusedwhen the machine is locked.

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More Options (Continued)

MyCycleSettings

As the cycle selector knob is turned, the Time (TimedDry), Level (DrynessLevel),and Temp (Temperature) settings

change to automatic pre-set default settings. If you desire a different setting, press the appropriate button(s). Then
press and hold the My Cycle Settings button for 3 seconds. The button light will turn on and the dryer will save these
settings for that knob selection. In the future, when you turn the selector knob to that cycle, your settings will be
automatically recalled.

To temporarily (for this load) return to the pre-set default settings, depress the My Cycle Settings button for 1/2

second. The button light will turn off and the options will change buck to these defaults. Tomake these default settings
permanent, hold the Ply Cycle Settings button again for 3 seconds to make them your preferred settings (the button
light will turn back on).

NOTE:Volume level cannot be set for Ply Cycle Settings.

About the dryer features.

Sensor Dry

This feature activated in all but the Timed

(Timed Dry & Air Fluff) cycles.

The Sensor Dry provides greater drying

accuracy than standard machines, resulting
in shorter dry times and better clothes care.

As the clothes tumble, they touch a moisture

sensor. The sensor will stop the heating cycle
as soon as the clothes have reached the

selected dryness.

Time Dry This feature is activated in Timed Dry & Air

Fluff cycles. The time (10, 20, 30,40.... 80, 90,

99) isspecified via the Time button.

Drum Light

Thedrum light isan LEDlight.Replacement must
be doneby a qualified technician.

Alloy Steel Drum

Thealloy steel used to make the dryer drum

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

or dented during normal use,the drum will not
rust or corrode. Thesesurface blemisheswill not

affect the function or durability ofthe drum.

This dryer will adjust the initial estimated
drying time of the sensor dry cycles as it

"learns" its installation and usage profile.

Pleaseallow several weeks for the dryer to

customize itself to "you".

About loading and using the dryer,

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

Sortinaand LoadinnHints

{f/:_X_ As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for

'_ the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer.

Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load
has become warm. They may cause fabric softener

stains. Bounce®Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets
have been approved for use in all GEDryers when

used in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.

FabricCareLabels

Below are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering.

WASH LABELS DRY LABELS

wash __ __

cycle l_ormal Pernlanent Press/ Genteel/ an was Oo not wash Oo not wring

Water 00 • 00 •

temperature

BLEACH LABELS

symbols [vA_,eyrbneeoe,__d} ..... r[,oii echIrOer_r_leeb}...................

wrinkle res_sta nt deffcate h

Hot Warm Co_d/coo_

150C/120F} 140C/105F} (30C/BSF}

Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes
wrinkling.

Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items,
woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with

plastic trim and foam-filled items.

dry

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setting

Special

instructions

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Dry Non_ml Permane_t P_ess/ Get,tie/

High Medium Low No heat/ak

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hang to dry

wrinkle _esistant delicate

Drip dry Dry fiat Inthe shade

Do not tumNe dw {used with

do not wasl

Care and cleaning of the dryer

The Exterior'. 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 by
your warranty.

The Lint Filter'. Clean the lint filter before each use.

Remove by pulling straight up. Runyour fingers

across the filter. A waxy buildup may form on the lint
filter from using dryer added fabric softener sheets.

To remove this buildup, wash the lint screen in
warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly and replace. Do

not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.
Vacuum the lint from the dryer lint filter area if you

notice a change in dryer performance.

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

a year by qualified service personnel.

The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust

ducting at least once a year by a qualified technician
to prevent clogging. A partially clogged exhaust can

lengthen the drying time.

Toclean the duct, follow these steps:

[_] Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the

plug from the wall socket.

F2-]Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
F_ Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and

reconnect the duct.

TheExhaust Hood: Check from the outside that the

flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Hake
sure that there is not wildlife (birds, insects, etc.)

nesting inside the duct or hood.

About venting the dryer. GEApUionces.com

For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more

energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. Carefully follow the
details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions.

- Fire Hazard

This dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoors.
Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct.

Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to
the home exhaust.

DO NOT use a plastic vent.
DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic,

crawl space, or concealed space of a building.
DO NOT install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.

DO NOT use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length table.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

Correct
Venting

Incorrect
Venting

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About Appliance Communication.

CleanSpeak TM

This dryer can communicate with a compatible
washer (one whose Owner's Manual contains a

CleanSpeakTM description)via a standard Cat-5e
Ethernet cable with RJ45 male connectors (not

included).This cable may be purchased separately.

Connection points

by model

Washer

Dryer

Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com today, 24
hours a day or by phone at 800.525.2002during

normal businesshours.

Part Number Accessory

DR07X!0005 6' cable - CleanSpeak T"

communication

PBX!0W00Y0 WiFi ConnectPlus module

WiFi CORReCt (for customers in the United States)
Your dryer is GE WiFi Connect compatible

using the optional GEConnectPlus module.
To connect this appliance to the internet you
will need to purchase a GEConnectPlus and
attach the module to your appliance through
the communication port in the appliance. The
GE ConnectPlus will allow your appliance to
communicate with your smartphone for remote
appliance monitoring, control and notifications.

At the end of the wash cycle,the washer sends a
signalto the dryer to indicated a preferred dry cycle.
When the dryer becomes idle("End"display times out

- or-the door isopened) "CYCLE"will scrollacross its
cycletime display, its current cycle knob setting LED

will be lit,and (ifdifferent) a second recommended
cycle LEDwill blink. If "CYCLE"times out, pressing

Powerwill refresh it and the LEDs.Ifthe dryer cycle
knob isturned, the solid LEDwill move accordingly.
Pressingthe dryer Start will initiate the cycle knob
setting (solidLED)and turn off the recommended
(blinking LED)ifa different cycle isstarted.

Please visit www.GEAppliances.com/connect to
learn more about connected appliance features,
to learn what connected appliance app's will work
with your smartphone and to learn where you can
purchase a GEConnectPlus.

WiFi Connectivity: Forassistance with the appliance
or the ConnectPlus network connectivity, please

call 800-GE-CARES.

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