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OWNER’S MANUAL
GUV27ES
GUV27EE
GUD27ES
GUD27EE
GUD24ES
ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/
ESPAÑOL
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ŶDO NOT wash or 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.
ŶDO 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. To reduce the risk of fire due to contaminated loads, the final part of the tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down period). Avoid stopping a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
ŶDO NOT add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
ŶUnder certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine, turn on all hot-water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, DO NOT smoke or use an open flame during this time.
ŶDO 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 and lid to the drying and washing compartments. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or injury to persons.
ŶDO NOT reach into the appliance if the drum, tub or agitator is moving to prevent accidental entanglement.
ŶDO NOT dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
ŶClean lint screen before or after each load.
ŶDO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.
ŶFollow all fabric care instructions and warnings to prevent melting of garments or damage to the appliance.
ŶDO NOT use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
ŶDO 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.
ŶThe interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
ŶDO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
ŶDO NOT tamper with controls.
ŶDO NOT 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.
ŶDO NOT operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug.
ŶUnplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressing the Power or Start/Pause button DOES NOT disconnect power.
ŶDO NOT spray any type of aerosol into, on or near appliance, at any time. DO NOT use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.
ŶDO NOT store items that may burn or melt (such as clothing, paper material, plastics or plastic containers, etc.) on top of the appliance nor hang them from the door.
ŶDO NOT climb on or stand on this unit.
ŶSee “ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION” located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.
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ADDITIONAL WASHER SAFETY
START-UP SEQUENCE
ŶAny time the washer is being started or restarts after the washer lid has been opened and closed, the washer will turn on the cold water valve for two short periods followed by a 10 second pause before continuing. If the lid is opened during this period, the washer will pause. You will have to push the Start button again to restart the cycle.
AUTOMATIC DRAIN SEQUENCE
ŶMachine will automatically drain any time the lid is left open for more than 15 minutes and water is present.
ŶMachine will automatically drain if left in a paused state with the lid closed for more than 24 hours and water is present.
WHEN NOT IN USE
ŶTurn off water faucets to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; GE Appliances recommends changing the hoses every 5 years.
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ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS
WARNING - Fire or Explosion Hazard
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
-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:
ŶDO NOT try to light any appliance.
ŶDO NOT touch any electrical switch; DO NOT use any phone in your building.
ŶClear the room, building, or area of any occupants.
ŶImmediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
ŶIf 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.
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Step 1 Fabric Softener |
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•Turn the WASHER CYCLES knob to “wake up” the washer before each use. The LED lights will turn on when the washer is awake and ready to use.
•Select desired wash cycle.
•Select additional settings.
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•Close lid.
•Press the Start button.
NOTE: This appliance is designed so that the washer and dryer can be
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Your washer has a security system that prevents opening |
Trying to open the lid while locked could result in injuries. |
the lid during the spin cycle. The lid lock prevents anyone |
If the lid does not unlock after spinning, please contact |
(especially children) from reaching into the washer while |
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the basket is spinning. The lid lock will release within 5 |
NOTE: If there is a power outage the lid lock can take 3 |
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The washer cycle controls the type of washing process. The cycle selector knob can be turned in either direction. Turning the knob after starting a cycle will stop the washer and change the cycle to the new selection. Press Start to begin the new cycle selection.
The chart below will help you match the items to be washed with the best washer cycle settings. For optimal performance, select the cycle that most closely matches the items being washed. Selections shown in bold are the recommended settings for that cycle.
Off - Washer is turned off and the Start button does not function. NOTE: When the control is turned to Off, the Status lights are off.
NOTE: The cycle selector does not rotate during the operation of the washer.
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Cycle for normal, regular, |
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B Deep Rinse
Set this option when adding fabric softener to the washer.
C Status lights
The Status lights show the stage the washer is in. When the selector knob is set to a new cycle, the Status lights will flash momentarily, showing the stages the cycle will go through.
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D Temperature
Select the water temperature for the washer cycle (all rinses use cold water). Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering.
Tap Cold* uses incoming tap water, which can provide energy savings. For all other temperature selections, a mixture of hot and cold water is used to achieve the ideal temperature for each temperature setting.
*Please note that some detergents do not fully dissolve in very cold water. If you experience this, it is recommended you choose a setting other than Tap Cold.
E Load Size (on some models) Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket.
Precise Fill - This selection automatically provides the correct amount of water suited to the size and type of load placed in the unit.
If you prefer to manually select the water level, select Small through Super. While Precise
Fill is best for most loads and general washing, you may want to manually select the load size for specialty items such as bulky, lightweight comforters or pillows, where you want to ensure a larger water level is applied. Manual load size selections should be made for wet items placed in the washer, such as soaked towels or garments.
F Options (on some models)
Pre-Soak 15 mins. - This option begins with a brief agitation, soaks for this specified period
of time, then moves through the rest of the cycle automatically.
2nd Rinse - When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, use the 2nd Rinse option to better remove additional residues.
Pre-Soak + 2nd Rinse - Turns both options on. Off - Turns these options off.
G Start
Press Start to begin the cycle. With the lid closed pressing Start again will pause the cycle and Status lights will blink. To continue the cycle, close the lid and press Start again. The water fill will continue with the lid opened, except when Precise Fill (on some models) is selected as the load size. The lid must be closed to continue filling when Precise Fill (on some models) is selected.
If the lid is opened during the cycle, the cycle will pause and the Status lights will blink. To resume the cycle, close the lid and press Start.
If the machine is paused for more than 24 hours, the cycle will be cancelled. To stop the cycle, turn the Cycle Selector to the Off position. NOTE: Machine will automatically cancel and drain when water is present and the lid is left open for 15 minutes or the unit is left in a paused state for 24 hours with the lid closed. Select cycle and press Start to begin new cycle.
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Consumer Help Indicator
Your washer is equipped with Consumer Help Indicator (CHI). CHI is our way to communicate a simple remedy for some situations that you can perform without the need to call for service. The chart below describes the helpful lights you may notice flashing on the display.
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If an out-of-balance condition is detected by the washer, the Spin and Rinse lights will blink during |
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If you notice the load is more wet than normal at the end of the cycle, redistribute the load evenly in |
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lights blinking |
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Fabric Softener Dispenser (on models with an agitator)
The fabric softener dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle.
Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.
To use, follow these steps:
1 Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator.
2Use only diluted liquid fabric softener. Pour into dispenser, using amount recommended on package.
Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It may stain them.
NOTE: Do not pour bleach into FABRIC SOFTENER dispenser.
3Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line.
Do not pour anything into the agitator if the dispenser is removed.
4Select Deep Rinse button on control panel for proper dispersion of the fabric softener.
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The water fill dilutes liquid chlorine bleach as the washer fills for the washer cycle.
1 Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
2Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.
ŶNever pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.
ŶDo not pour powdered bleach into bleach funnel.
3Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach funnel. Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into the wash basket with your detergent.
ŶDo not mix chlorine bleach with an oxi pre-treatment, ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
NOTE: Do not pour bleach into FABRIC SOFTENER dispenser.
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Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting Wash Loads
Sort by color (whites, lights, colors), soil level, fabric type (sturdy cottons, easy care, delicates) and whether the fabric produces lint (terry cloth, chenille) or collects lint (velveteen, corduroy). Wash lint producers such as cotton towels and socks separate from lint collectors including synthetic garments and dress pants.
WARNING - Fire Hazard
DO NOT wash fabrics soiled with flammable liquids or cleaning solvents. No washer can completely remove oil.
DO NOT wash or dry anything that has been soaked in or spotted with any type of oil (including cooking oils). DO NOT reach into the washer until all moving parts have stopped.
Doing so can result in death, explosion, fire or amputation.
Loading the Washer (on models with an agitator)
Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket. When loading wet items, make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely. To add items after washer has started, press Start/Pause. Lift the lid and submerge additional items next to the agitator. Close the lid and press Start to resume.
Ŷ Do not wrap long items like sheets or pants around the agitator.
Ŷ Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).
ŶAgitation will not start with the lid up.
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Proper Use of Detergent
Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems.
Use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
For spots, apply pre-treatment to items as recommended on the product label. Application should be made in the basket to prevent overspray which may cause the coloring on the lid or graphics to fade.
Place detergent packets in the bottom of the wash basket before adding clothes.
We recommend the use of High Efficiency detergents such as in your energy efficient washer. HE detergents are formulated to work with low water wash and rinse systems. HE detergents reduce the oversudsing problems commonly associated with regular detergents.
When using high efficiency or concentrated detergents, consult the product label to determine amount required for optimum performance. Excessive detergent will negatively impact wash performance.
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WiFi Connect (For customers in the United States only)
Your laundry center’s washer is GE Appliances WiFi Connect compatible using the optional GE Appliances ConnectPlus module.
To connect this appliance to the internet you will need to purchase a GE Appliances ConnectPlus and attach the module to your appliance through the communication port in the appliance. The GE Appliances ConnectPlus will allow your appliance to communicate with your smartphone for remote appliance monitoring and notifications.
Please visit www.GEAppliances.com/connect to learn more about connected appliance features and to learn what connected appliance app’s will work with your smartphone.
WiFi Connectivity: For assistance with the appliance or the ConnectPlus network connectivity, please call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES.
Visit your local authorized GE Appliances Parts distributor or order by phone at 800.661.1616 during normal business hours.
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Exterior of the Washer
Immediately wipe off any spills with a damp cloth.
Interior of the Washer
Leave the lid open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate. If you want to clean the basket, use a clean soft cloth dampened with liquid detergent; then rinse. (Do not use harsh or gritty cleaners.)
Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)
1 Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.
2 Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover.
3 To clean the dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution:
Ŷ 1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water
Ŷ 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy-duty liquid detergent Ŷ 1 cup (240 ml) bleach
4 If necessary, loosen buildup with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiff brush; you
may roughen the surface of the dispenser.
Separate for cleaning
5 Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.
Water Supply Hoses
Hoses connecting washer to faucet should be replaced every 5 years.
Moving and Storage
Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
Long Vacations
Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses and water filter pump area if weather will be below freezing.
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Getting started - Dryer
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WARNING - Fire 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).
•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.
•Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
For models without E-Dry:
Step 1 |
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Step 3 |
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NOTE: This appliance is designed so that the washer and dryer can be operated at the same time.
A Dryer Cycles
Cottons |
For cottons and most linens. For most loads, select Optimum dry. |
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For wrinkle-free, permanent press and delicate items, and knits. |
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For leaving items partially damp. |
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Dewrinkle (20 Min.) |
For removing wrinkles from items that are clean and dry or that are very lightly damp. |
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Quick Fluff (10 Min.) |
For freshening or fluffing up already dry clothing, fabrics, linens and pillows. Provides 10 |
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Fabric Care/Temperature
Cottons (High Heat) |
For regular to heavy cottons. |
Easy Care (Med Heat) |
For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press. |
Delicates (Low Heat) |
For delicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low. |
Quick Fluff (No Heat) |
For fluffing items without heat. Use the Timed Dry cycle. |
Automatic cycles determine fabric dryness and provide automatic sensored drying. The timer does not rotate during the cycle until the thermostats sense that the clothes are dry, then the timer rotates automatically to Off. 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 Dry cycle runs for a selected time.
Timed Cycle
Timed Dry |
For manual drying. |
B Start - Close the dryer door. Press Start. Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer. To restart the dryer, close the door and select Start to complete the cycle. A chime will sound at the end of the dry cycle.
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For models with E-Dry:
Step 1 |
Step 2 |
Step 3 |
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Time Dry |
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Time Dry Only |
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cycle. |
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IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.
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Step 5 |
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E-Dry |
Start |
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Cottons |
Time Dry |
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Less Dry |
80 Min. |
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Medium Dry |
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Delicates |
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Less Dry |
Damp |
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Dewrinkle |
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NOTE: This appliance is designed so that the |
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Automatic cycles determine fabric dryness and provide automatic sensored drying. The timer does not rotate during the cycle until the thermostats sense that the clothes are dry, then the timer rotates automatically to Off. 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. Time Dry cycle runs for a selected time.
Time Cycle
Time Dry |
For manual drying. |
Use Time Dry with Temperature set to Medium to dry bulky items such as bedspreads and comforters. B Temperature (Fabric Care) - For use with Time Dry settings only
Regular (Cottons) |
For regular to heavy cottons. |
Medium (Casuals) |
For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press. |
Low (Delicates) |
For delicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low. |
No Heat (Quick Fluff) |
For fluffing items without heat. Use the Timed Dry cycle. |
Temperature is automatically set according to fabric type and is not adjustable:
Regular heat = Cottons; Medium heat = Casuals; Low heat = Delicates.
C E-Dry
Reduces total energy consumption on automatic cycles by adjusting certain heat settings.
The E-Dry selection can be used with Cottons only. NOTE: Cycle time will change when E-Dry is selected.
Energy Star® models are tested on Cottons cycle with default settings to determine energy use rating of this dryer. The E-Dry option will default only for Cottons at Medium Dry/Normal and More Dry settings. Temperature settings on Regular are specifically designed for this cycle to reduce energy consumption. For optimal energy savings, turn E-Dry on. For optimal drying times, turn E-Dry off. Energy savings will vary across loads.
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WiFi Connect (For customers in the United States only)
Your laundry center’s dryer is GE Appliances WiFi Connect compatible using the optional GE Appliances ConnectPlus module.
To connect this appliance to the internet you will need to purchase a GE Appliances ConnectPlus and attach the module to your appliance through the communication port in the appliance. The GE Appliances ConnectPlus will allow your appliance to communicate with your smartphone for remote appliance monitoring and notifications.
Please visit www.GEAppliances.com/connect to learn more about connected appliance features and to learn what connected appliance app’s will work with your smartphone.
WiFi Connectivity: For assistance with the appliance or the ConnectPlus network connectivity, please call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES.
Visit your local authorized GE Appliances Parts distributor or order by phone at 800.661.1616 during normal business hours.
Part Number |
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PBX10W00Y0 |
WiFi ConnectPlus module |
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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 specifications below. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions.
Correct |
Incorrect |
Venting |
Venting |
WARNING - 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 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.
Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or that is near air conditioning should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint build-up.
Care and Cleaning - 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. Slide out the grid that covers the filter. 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 and grid in place. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year.
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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 to prevent clogging. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time.
Follow these steps:
1.Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket.
2.Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
3.Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and reconnect the duct.
The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make sure that there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.
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Clean lint |
Clean lint |
from mesh |
from mesh |
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS - WASHER
Troubleshooting Tips - Washer
Water |
Possible Causes |
What to do |
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Too many suds |
Too much detergent or |
Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have |
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soft water |
soft water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load. |
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Using too much |
Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have soft water, a |
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detergent |
smaller load or a lightly soiled load. |
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Fill hoses or drain hose |
Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and rubber |
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washers are installed. Make sure end of drain hose is correctly |
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inserted in and secured to drain facility. |
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Household drain may be |
Check household plumbing. You may need to call a plumber. |
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Tighten hoses at the faucets and turn the water off after each use. |
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Check condition of fill hoses; they should be replaced every 5 years. |
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Cooler water temperatures |
New laundry detergents have been formulated to work with |
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provide improved energy |
cooler water temperatures without affecting wash performance. |
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Water supply is turned off |
Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure hoses |
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are connected to correct faucets. |
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Water valve screens are |
Turn off the water source and remove the water connection |
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stopped up |
hoses from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or |
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toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect the |
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hoses and turn the water back on. |
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Make sure house water heater is delivering water at 120°F–140°F |
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Water pumped out |
Water was left in unit for |
Previous cycle has been cancelled. Close lid, select new |
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24 hours with lid closed or |
cycle, and start machine. |
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complete |
15 minutes with lid open |
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Water won’t drain |
Drain hose is kinked or |
Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it. |
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Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft (2.5 m) above floor. |
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This is normal |
The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove soapy |
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Can hear but not |
This is normal |
The pump pleaves a little water in its intake and this is diluted |
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of the cycle |
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Water levels lower |
This is normal for a high |
A washer with an infusor is a high efficiency washing machine. |
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This system requires less water while providing effective |
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cleaning action. You may notice that the water level is lower |
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Water siphoning out |
Drain standpipe is too |
The drain hose must exceed 30” height at some point between |
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low or hose too far into |
the washer back and the drain pipe. Use anti-siphon clip. See |
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the Installation Instructions. |
Operation |
Possible Causes |
What to do |
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Washer won’t |
Washer is unplugged |
Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. |
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Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. |
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Check controls. |
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Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary. |
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feature prevents agitation |
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and spinning when lid is up |
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Circuit breaker/fuse is |
Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or reset |
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tripped/blown |
breaker. Washer should have separate outlet. |
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Electronics need reset |
Unplug washer, wait 2 minutes, plug back in and press Start. |
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Start was not pressed |
Press Start. |
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Operation |
Possible Causes |
What to do |
Movement inside |
Shifting mechanism is |
When the machine is manually turned off, the shifter will |
machine when shut |
disengaging the motor |
disengage the motor before completely shutting down. |
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If lid is raised before the motor is disengaged, it will resume |
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when lid is closed. |
Short spray and |
Lid was opened and |
This is normal. See START-UP SEQUENCE in the Safety |
delay after pushing |
closed between cycle |
Instructions section. |
the Start button |
selection and start |
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Washer spins |
This is normal |
The washer is sensing the load. |
and pauses at the |
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Washer pauses |
The Soak Option was |
This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and soak |
during wash cycle |
chosen |
during these cycles to get your clothes cleaner with less wear. |
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Many cycles incorporate as series of soaks within the agitation |
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period to get your clothes clean with less wear. |
Basket seems loose |
Basket moves or rotates |
Washer basket does not have a traditional brake. Washer |
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basket will move freely. This is normal. |
Spin time longer |
This is normal for a high |
A washer with an infusor is a high efficiency washing machine. |
than previous |
efficiency washer with |
Extra spin time typically reduces dryer time/energy usage (i.e. |
washer |
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reduces total energy when using both a washer and a dryer). |
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Blinking Spin light |
Out of balance condition |
Allow cycle to continue and finish. |
or Spin light on at |
has been detected |
If load is wet at the end of the cycle, even out load and run a |
end of cycle |
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Drain & Spin cycle. |
Performance |
Possible Causes |
What to do |
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Clothes too wet |
Incorrect spin cycle |
Make sure the spin cycle selected matches the load you are |
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washing. Some fabrics will feel wetter when rinsed with cold water. |
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Redistribute load in washer and run through Drain & Spin cycle. |
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Incorrect use of fabric |
Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow |
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softener |
directions for using dispenser. |
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Pretreat stain and rewash. |
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Dye transfer |
Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors |
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Grayed or yellowed |
Detergent amount |
Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer’s directions. |
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Use a water conditioner like Calgon brand or install a water softener. |
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Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120°F–140°F |
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Select load size to match clothes load. |
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Dye transfer |
Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately, |
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unstable dyes may be indicated. |
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Clothes are air or line |
If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer, your |
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clothes may retain more lint. |
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Incorrect sorting |
Separate lint producers from lint collectors. |
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Wash small loads for a shorter time than larger loads |
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Detergent not dissolving |
Add detergent as wash basket fills with water, before you load |
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Try a liquid detergent. |
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Use warmer water temperature. |
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Overloading |
Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket. |
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Incorrect use of fabric |
Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow |
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softener |
directions for using dispenser. |
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Troubleshooting Tips - Washer
Performance |
Possible Causes |
What to do |
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Pilling |
Result of normal wear |
While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the pilling |
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process by washing garments inside out. |
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and fuzzy fabrics |
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Snags, holes, tears, |
Pins, snaps, hooks, |
Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons and zippers. |
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sharp buttons, belt |
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buckles, zippers and |
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Turn knits (which snag easily) inside out. |
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Undiluted chlorine |
Check bleach package instructions for proper amount. |
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bleach |
Never add undiluted bleach to wash or allow clothes to |
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come in contact with undiluted bleach. |
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Chemicals like |
Rinse items that may have chemicals on them before washing. |
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hair bleach or dye, |
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permanent wave solution |
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Wrinkling |
Improper sorting |
Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with light items |
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(like blouses). |
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Try a fabric softener. |
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Overloading or incorrect |
Load your washer so clothes have enough room to move freely |
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water level |
with water covering all of the clothes. |
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Incorrect wash and dry |
Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric you are washing |
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cycles |
(especially for easy care loads). |
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Repeated washing in |
Wash in warm or cold water. |
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Possible Causes |
What to do |
“Metallic clicking” |
Shifter mechanism |
The drive system will engage at the start of agitate and |
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disengage when agitate is complete. This occurs multiple times |
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disengaging |
during the wash. |
Back and forth |
Electric motor reversing |
This sound is the motor rotating back and forth to agitate your |
“swoosh” or light |
direction |
laundry. |
“clicking” sound |
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during agitate |
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Quick short agitation |
Clothing redistribution |
At different periods of the agitation phase, the motor makes |
sounds |
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short agitation strokes to redistribute the load. |
“Click” when water |
Relay switch |
The relay makes a click sound when activated. The water level |
stops filling |
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activates the relay and stops filling. |
“Clicking” behind |
Automatic Temperature |
This valve mixes in cold and hot water. The “clicking” is the |
control panel during fill |
Control Valve |
valve turning on and off. |
Water volume |
Automatic Temperature |
This valve mixes in cold and hot water. The sound changes |
changes during fill |
Control Valve |
when the valves are turned on and off. |
Motor “whinding up” |
Motor ramping up/down |
The motor will speed up incrementally during the spin cycle. |
or “coasting down” |
during spin cycle |
When spin is complete, it will coast until it stops. |
in spin |
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Water drain pump |
The drain pump will make a humming sound when pumping out |
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water after agitation stops and continue until spin is complete. |
“Gurgling” |
Water drain pump |
When the pump starts drawing in air, It starts to gurgle. The |
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until it is done spinning. |
Washer sounds that may be different from your prior washer:
Clicks, water flowing, gear sounds followed by pauses, and electric hum sounds are all part of the normal wash cycle.
To listen and watch videos of normal washer operation, please go to http://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentid=23061 or scan the QR code.
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Problem |
Possible Causes |
What to do |
Dryer doesn’t start |
Dryer is unplugged |
Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into |
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the outlet. |
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Fuse is blown/circuit |
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse |
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breaker is tripped |
or reset breaker. Note: Most electric dryers use 2 fuses/ |
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breakers. |
Dryer doesn’t heat |
Fuse is blown/circuit |
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both |
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breaker is tripped; the |
fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble if only |
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dryer may tumble but not |
one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped. |
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heat |
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Gas service is off |
Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully |
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open. |
Dryer shakes or |
Some shaking/noise is |
Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as |
makes noise |
normal. Dryer may be |
necessary until even. |
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Greasy spots on |
Improper use of fabric |
Follow directions on fabric softener package. |
clothes |
softener |
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Drying dirty items with |
Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can stain |
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clean ones |
clean items and the dryer. |
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Clothes were not |
Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes |
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completely clean |
are wet appear after drying. Use proper washing procedures |
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before drying. |
Lint on clothes |
Lint filter is full |
Clean lint screen before each load. |
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Improper sorting |
Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors (like |
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corduroy). |
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See suggestions in this section under STATIC. |
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attract lint |
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Overloading |
Separate large loads into smaller ones. |
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Paper, tissue, etc. left in |
Empty all pockets before laundering clothes. |
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Static occurs |
No fabric softener was |
Try a fabric softener. |
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Overdrying |
Try a fabric softener. |
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Adjust setting to Less Dry. |
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Synthetics, permanent |
Try a fabric softener. |
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Inconsistent drying |
Type of heat |
Automatic drying times will vary according to the type of |
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fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts. |
DRYER - TIPS TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS - DRYER
Troubleshooting Tips - Dryer
Dryer Problem |
Possible Causes |
What to do |
Clothes take too |
Improper sorting |
Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a |
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well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load). |
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Large loads of heavy |
Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take longer |
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fabrics (like beach |
to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into smaller loads to |
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towels) |
speed drying time. |
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Controls improperly set |
Match control settings to the load you are drying. |
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Lint filter is full |
Clean lint filter before every load. |
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Improper or obstructed |
Check installation instructions for proper ducting/venting. |
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ducting |
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Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and unobstructed. |
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Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily. |
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Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer |
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venting is correct. |
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Blown fuses or tripped |
Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Since most dryers |
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circuit breaker |
use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure both are operating. |
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Overloading/combining |
Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer at a time. |
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loads |
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Underloading |
If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items |
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to ensure proper tumbling. |
Clothes are |
Overdrying |
Select a shorter drying time. |
wrinkled |
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Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of |
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moisture. Select a Less Dry setting. |
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Letting items sit in dryer |
Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang immediately. |
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after cycle ends |
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Overloading |
Separate large loads into smaller ones. |
Clothes shrink |
Some fabrics will |
To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. |
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naturally shrink when |
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Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying |
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washed. Others can be |
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If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular |
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safely washed, but will |
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shrink in the dryer |
item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it. |
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