GE GTX65GBSJ2WS, GTX65GBSJ1WS, GTX65GBSJ0WS, GTX65EBSJ2WS, GTX65EBSJ1WS Owner’s Manual

Dryers

Printed in Mexico

Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . 2–3

Operating Instructions . . 4-11

Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Dryer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Loading and Using the Dryer. . . . . 10

Venting the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Troubleshooting Tips . . . 12, 13

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Write the model and serial number here:

Model # __________________

Serial # ___________________

You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door.

Owner’s Manual

234D2431P001

49-90536-2 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	Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING	Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION	Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

		To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic
	WARNING
		precautions, including the following:

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, 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 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. 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. 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.

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ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS

		For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
	WARNING
		or to prevent 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.

-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.

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.

		This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
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		other reproductive harm.

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.

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Operating instructions

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.

WARNING

Fire Hazard

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.

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

Quick Start Guide

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

• Clean lint filter	• Add clothes	• Select drying cycle	• Push Start
	• Shut door

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Features and appearance will vary.

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B		F	G	D	H
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B F G D H

A 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.

B 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 will pause the cycle, the Start light will blink and “Pause” will display.

To continue the cycle, press Start again.

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Display and Status Lights

The display shows the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle.

In addition, this display will show the dryer status:

• Pause The Start/Pause light will flash and the message “Pause” will show in the display when the dryer’s cycle is paused. The cycle may be re-started by pressing the Start button.

• Controls	The dryer is locked - will blink once if you press any button or turn the cycle knob.
• Sensing	Indicates the dryer is sensing the level of dampness to determine estimated cycle time remaining.
• Clean Lint Filter	The Clean Lint Filter light will stay on for 15 seconds after the cycle stops.
Control Lock

You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by touching buttons with this option selected.

To lock/unlock the dryer controls, press and hold the Extended Tumble and - (minus) buttons for 3 seconds. The control lock icon will flash while locking/unlocking, stay on when locked, and turn off when unlocked.

NOTE: The Power button can still be used when the machine is locked.	5

Operating instructions

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Drying Cycles - Sensor cycles automatically determine fabric dryness.

Timed cycles run for the selected time.

Steam Dewrinkle	For use with larger loads than Steam Refresh. Ideal for loads left in the dryer for an extended time.
(on some models)	Steam Dewrinkle is recommended for 9-13 garments
	NOTE: Steam cycles are not intended for use with towels.
	Important - the temperature setting must be set to HIGH and water must be turned on
	before running the Steam Refresh cycle.
Steam Refresh	For slightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly reduces wrinkles. After the Steam Refresh cycle,
(on some models)	the unit will beep (if Signal is selected) and display “00.”
	Steam Refresh is recommended for 3-5 garments
	NOTE: Steam cycles are not intended for use with towels.
	NOTE: A single extremely light fabric item may need to have an additional item included in
	the Steam Refresh cycle to achieve optimum results.
	Important - the temperature setting must be set to HIGH and water must be turned on
	before running the Steam Refresh cycle.
Sanitize or	This option reduces certain types of bacteria including: Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas
Anti-Bacterial	aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is used
(depending	during a portion of the drying cycle.
on model)	NOTE: Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics.
Bulky Items	For large coats, bed spreads, mattress covers, sleeping bags, and similar large/bulky items such as
	blankets, comforters, jackets, and small ruga.
Towels/Sheets	For most towels and linens.
Cottons	For cottons and most linens.
Mixed Load	For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.
Casuals	For wrinkle-free, permanent press, delicate items and knits.
Delicates	For delicate items, special-care fabrics and knits.
Speed Dry	For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sport or school uniforms. Can also be used if the previous
	cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands. NOTE: On some models, the time remaining in
	the cycle will show counting down in the display.
Jeans	For jeans.
Timed Dry	Set the Cycle Selector at the desired drying time.
Warm Up	Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.
Air Fluff	Provides 10 minutes of tumbling time with no heat.

eDry

Available for Bulky Items, Towels/Sheets, Cottons, Mixed Load, Jeans, Casuals and Delicates. When the eDry button is pressed, cycle settings change to reduce the total energy consumption of the selected sensor cycle. NOTE: Cycle times will change when eDry is selected. The eDry option will default to on for Cottons. For optimal energy savings, turn eDry on. For optimal drying times, turn eDry off. NOTE: Energy savings will vary across loads and cycles.

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Settings

Individual settings for cycle minutes (Time), dryness level (Level) and temperature (Temp) 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. NOTE: The selected cycle set Time can be further adjusted, in one minute increments, by pressing the Time Adjust + (plus) and - (minus) buttons.

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

More Dry Use for heavy-duty or mixed type fabrics.

Dry Use for a normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle for energy savings.

Less Dry Use for lighter fabrics.

Damp For leaving items partially damp.

Temperature

High For regular to heavy cottons.

NOTE: Steam Dewrinkle and Steam Refresh require the High temperature setting.

Medium For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press.

Low For delicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low.

No Heat For fluffing items without heat. For use only with the Air Fluff cycle.

Extended Tumble

Use this option to minimize the wrinkles in clothes. It provides 1 hour of no-heat tumbling after the clothes are dry. If you are using the cycle Signal Adjust 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.

Damp Alert

This option causes the dryer to beep when clothes have dried to a damp level. Remove items that you wish to hang dry. The Damp Alert will only beep when this option is selected (but the dry cycle will keep running). Removing clothes and hanging them when they are damp, can reduce the need to iron some items. The light beside the button will be lit when Damp Alert is on.

Drum Light

The drum light will turn on if the Damp Alert button is pressed for 3 seconds or the door is opened. It will turn off when the door is shut, the Damp Alert button is pressed again for 3 seconds or after 5 minutes if the door is left open.

Delay Dry

Press the Delay Dry button to set the delay start time in 1 hour increments up to 24 hours, and then back to clear (0 hours). After selecting the delay start time, press Start and the delay time will count down the time remaining until the cycle starts. NOTE: To set the amout of delay time faster, you can press and hold the Delay Dry button.

Signal Adjust

Use the Signal Adjust button to change the volume of the button presses and the end of cycle signal. Press the button until you reach the desired volume or off. The clothes should be removed when the end of cycle signal goes off so wrinkles do not set in.

NOTE:

•Remove garments promptly at the sound of signal. Place clothes on hangers so wrinkles will not set in.

•Use the Signal Adjust especially when drying fabrics like polyester, knits and permanent press. These fabrics should be removed so wrinkles will not set in.

I	My Cycle
	As the cycle selector knob is turned, the Time (timed dry), Level (dryness level) 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 button for 3 seconds and the dryer will “remember” these settings for that Knob Selection. In the future, when you turn
	the selector knob to that cycle, your settings will be automatically recalled. NOTE: Signal volume cannot be set for My Cycle.

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About the dryer features.

	Sensor Dry
Sensor Dry	This feature is active in all cycles except
	Timed Dry, Warm Up and Air Fluff.
	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.

This dryer will adjust the initial estimated drying time of the sensor dry cycles as it “learns” its installation and usage profile.

Please allow several weeks for the dryer to customize itself to “you”.

Drum Light

The drum light is an LED light. Replacement must be done by a qualified technician.

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

Timed Cycle.

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

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.

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.

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About 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.

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.

Fabric Care Labels

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

WASH LABELS

DRY LABELS

Machine				Tumble
wash				dry
cycle	Normal Permanent Press/	Gentle/	Hand wash Do not wash Do not wring	Dry
	wrinkle resistant	delicate

					Heat
Water					setting
temperature					High
	Hot	Warm	Cold/cool
	(50C/120F)	(40C/105F)	(30C/85F)
					Special
BLEACH LABELS					instructions
Bleach
symbols Any bleach	Only non-chlorine bleach		Do not bleach
(when needed)		(when needed)

Normal							Do not dry
	Permanent Press/				Gentle/	Do not tumble dry (used with
	wrinkle resistant				delicate		do not wash)
Medium		Low		No heat/air
Line dry/		Drip dry			Dry flat		In the shade

hang to dry

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. Run your 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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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:

1Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket.

2Disconnect the duct from the dryer.

3Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and 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.