GE GTX42GASJ2WW, GTX42GASJ1WW, GTX42GASJ0WW, GTX42EASJ2WW, GTX42EASJ0WW Owner’s Manual
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Safety Instructions ........ 2–4
Operating Instructions
Control Panel ................. 4, 5
Control Settings .................. 5
Features ......................... 6
Loading and Using
the Dryer ........................6
Reversing the Door ............... 7
Venting the Dryer ................8
Troubleshooting Tips .... 9, 10
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .............. 12
Warranty ....................... 11
Owner’s Manual
Printed in Mexico
Dryers
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ________________
Serial # _________________
You can find them on a label
on the front of the dryer behind
the door.
234D2431P002
49-90543-2 03-16 GE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill you or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These
words are defined as:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
DO NOT dry 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.
DO NOT place 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.
DO NOT allow 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.
DO NOT reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
DO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
DO NOT tamper with controls,
recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
DO NOT use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
DO NOT use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
Clean lint screen before or after each load. DO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.
Do not store combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable liquids near the dryer.
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. Pressing the Power or Start/Pause button DOES NOT
disconnect power.
DO NOT operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts,
including a damaged cord or plug.
DO NOT spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any time. Do not use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer
interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur
See “Electrical Connection” located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
Keep area around the exhaust
.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS
WARNING
- DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT 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.
• Clear the room, building, or area of any occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
or to prevent damage, personal injury, or death.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
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 of potential
exposure to such substances.
WARNING
Gas appliances can cause low-level exposure to some of these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde
and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Exposure to these substances can be
minimized by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the dryer control panel.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating this appliance.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from dryer.
DO NOT dry 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.
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 follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
D B EA C
WARNING
Fire Hazard
B EA C
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IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.
Temperature
A
Cottons For regular to heavy cottons.
Regular
Casuals For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press.
Medium
Delicates On some models. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low.
Low
Air Fluff For fluffing items without heat. Use the Time Dry cycle.
No Heat
Drying Cycles (Not all features are on all models)
B
Cottons For cottons and most linens. For most loads, select Optimum Dry (on some models).
Casuals For wrinkle-free, permanent press and delicate items, and knits.
Delicates For delicate items, special-care fabrics and knits.
Time Dry Set the Cycle Selector at the desired drying time.
Dewrinkle For removing wrinkles from items that are clean and dry or that are very lightly damp.
Quick Fluff For freshening or fluffing up already dry clothing, fabrics, linens and pillows. Use with Air Fluff No Heat.
Provides 10 minutes of no heat tumbling.
Sensor cycles automatically determine fabric dryness. Select Less Dry if you want your clothes slightly damp at the end of the
drying cycle. Select More Dry if you want them to feel drier.
Timed cycles run for a selected time.
(Not all features are on all models)
Start³&ORVHWKHGU\HUGRRU6HOHFWStart. Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer.
C
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.
Extended Tumble Option (on some models)
D
Use this option to minimize the wrinkles in clothes. It provides approximately 15 minutes of no-heat tumbling after the clothes
are dry.
This option can only be used with the Cottons and Casuals/Easy Care cycles.
If you are using the cycle Signal knob and you select the Extended Tumble option, a signal will sound at the end of the drying
time and several times during the Extended Tumble cycle. This will remind you that it is time to remove the clothes.
If Extended Tumble is not on, the dryer will stop once the timer reaches the Extended Tumble mark on the cycle dial.
Cycle Signal Option (on some models)
E
This signal will sound just before the end of the cycle to remind you to remove the clothes. On some models, the signal sound
level cannot be adjusted.
If you selected the Extended Tumble option, the signal will sound at the end of the drying time and will sound several times
during the Extended Tumble cycle. This will remind you that it is time to remove the clothes.
NOTE:
Remove garments promptly at the sound of the signal. Place clothes on hangers so wrinkles won’t set in.
Use the cycle Signal especially when drying fabrics like polyester knits and permanent press. These fabrics should
To restart the dryer, close the door and select Start to complete the cycle.
be removed so wrinkles won’t set in.
Automatic Cycle Signal (on some models)
At the end of each cycle, there is approximately 15 minutes of no-heat tumbling after the laundry is dry. A reminder signal will
sound periodically during this time to remind you to remove the laundry.
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About the dryer features.
Drum Lamp (on some models)
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.
Drying Rack (on some models)
A handy drying rack may be used for drying delicate
items such as washable sweaters.
Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack extends
into the dryer drum.
NOTE:
The drying rack must be used with the Time Dry
cycle.
Do not use this drying rack when there
are other clothes in the dryer.
Alloy Steel Drum (on some models)
The alloy steel used to make the dryer drum provides
the highest reliability available in a GE dryer.
Reach above dryer
Remove the
If your model did not come with a drying rack,
order one on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today,
24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during
normal business hours.
Part Number Accessory
WE01X25160 Drying Rack
If the 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.
opening from inside the drum.
bulb and replace with the same size bulb.
Loading and using the dryer.
Always follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting and Loading Hints
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 GE Dryers when used in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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. Moisten your fingers and reach into the filter
opening. Run your fingers
qualified
once a year.
technician vacuum the lint from the dryer
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across the filter. Have a
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.
Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces,
use a damp cloth with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Remove the
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.
The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust
ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. A
partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time.
Follow these steps:
Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug
1
from the wall socket.
Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
2
Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and
3
reconnect the duct.
The Exhaust Hood: Check from the outside that the
flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make
sure that there is not wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting
inside the duct or hood.
About reversing the door.
Reversing the Door
Tools needed:
Standard #2 Tape-tipped
Phillips screwdriver putty knife
Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the
1
hinges. With the door completely open, remove the bottom
screw from each hinge on the dryer face. Insert these
screws about half way into the TOP holes, for each hinge,
on the opposite side (where you removed the filler plugs).
Apply firm pressure to get the screw started in new holes.
REMOVE 4 PLUGS AND KEEP
FOR INSERTION INTO
THE OPPOSITE SIDE
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REMOVE BOTTOM SCREW FROM EACH HINGE
AND INSTALL HALF WAY INTO EACH TOP OF
OPPOSITE HINGE HOLES
Loosen top screw from each hinge on the dryer face half
2
way. With one hand holding the top of the door and the
other hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the
dryer by lifting it UP and OUT.
Remove the blind plate from the hinge side of the dryer by
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removing its two screws. Remove the strike plate from the
opposite side of the dryer by removing its two screws.
Reinstall the plates, on the opposite sides, using two screws
in each plate.
Rotate the door 180°. Insert it on the opposite side of the
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opening by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top
hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws
inserted in step 1.
LOOSEN EACH TOP HINGE
SCREW HALF WAY AND LIFT
THE DOOR UP AND OFF
SWITCH
STRIKE
PLATE
FRONT PANEL
BLIND
PLATE
ROTATE DOOR 180º AN D HANG
IT ON TOP HINGE SCREWS
Remove the remaining screws from the side of the opening
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from 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 from
which the door was removed.
INSTALL AND TIGHTEN BOTTOM
SCREWS AND TIGHTEN TOP
SCREWS
INSERT PLUGS
INTO HOLES ON
OPPOSITE SIDE
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About venting the dryer.
Venting the Dryer
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.
Use only rigid metal 4” diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or UL listed
flexible metal 4” diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside.
Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
Use the shortest length possible.
Do not crush or collapse.
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
Venting must conform to local building codes.
WARNING
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 install a booster fan in 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
- Fire Hazard
Incorrect
Venting
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