GE PSXH47EFWW Use & Care Manual
DRYER
Use & Care Guide
SECHEUSE
Guide de L’utilisateur
Table of Contents
Product registration ..................................... Cover
Warranty......................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions.................................. 3
Drying Procedures ............................................... 4
Features .............................................................. 4
Common Drying Problems .................................. 5
Care and Cleaning.............................................. 5
Avoid Service Checklist ....................................... 6
Warranty (Canada)..................................................7-8
Français ...............................................................9-16
Consignes de sécurité importantes.....................9-10
Instructions de séchage ...........................................11
Caractéristiques.........................................................11
Problèmes de séchage courants ..............................12
Entretien et nettoyage..............................................12
Guide de dépannage ...............................................13
Garantie.............................................................. 14-15
Back Cover................................................................. 16
ENGLISH
Read all instructions before using this
appliance. This book contains valuable
information about
Operation
Care
Service
Keep it in a safe place.
Lisez ce manuel en entier avant de vous servir
de cet appareil.Ce manuel renferme de
précieuses informations sur
le fonctionnement
l’entretien
le service après-vente
Conservez-le en lieu sûr.
www.frigidaire.com
Read and Save These Instructions
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
The model and serial numbers of your dryer are found on the dryer serial plate located of
the left side of the door opening. Record and retain these numbers.
Lisez et conservez ces instructions
Notez le numéro de modèle et le numéro de série
Les numéros de modèle et le numéro de série sécheuse se trouvent sur la plaque
signalétique située sure la gauche, dans l’ouverture de la porte. Notez et conservez ces
numéros.
Model Number:
N° de modèle:
Serial Number:
N° de série:
Purchase Date:
Date de l’achat:
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ARRANTYARRANTY
ARRANTY
ARRANTYARRANTY
Your Frigidaire product is protected by this warranty
WARRANTY
PERIOD
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
(Applicable to the
State of Alaska)
Your appliance is warranted by Frigidaire Home Products, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change
or add to any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire
or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.
*IMPORTANT
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER
EXCLUSIONS
One year from original
purchase date.
Time period listed above.
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed
below:
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in
accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose
connections or defects in house wiring.
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which
are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING
FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in
ordinary household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.
3. Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Frigidaire or its authorized servicers; use of parts
other than genuine Frigidaire Home Products parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external
causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.
Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this
appliance which prove to be defective in materials or
workmanship.
All of the provisions of the full warranty above and the
exclusions listed below apply.
FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED
SERVICERS, WILL:
Costs of service calls that are listed under IMPORTANT
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER.*
Costs of the technician's travel to the home and any
costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
required because of service.
THE CONSUMER WILL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
IF YOU NEED
SERVICE
Your safety and the safety of others is very
important.
We have provided many important safety messages
in the Use and Care Guide, Operating Instructions,
Installation Instructions and on your appliance.
Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts
you to hazards that can kill or hurt you or others. All
safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert
symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING".
These words mean:
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the
warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.
This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service
under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Frigidaire Home Products:
800 • 944 • 9044
Frigidaire Home Products
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30917
Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are
made by White Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.
DANGER
seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will identify the
hazard, tell you how to reduce the
chance of injury, and tell you what
can happen if the instructions are
not followed.
You will be killed or
You can be killed or
Pedestal
A pedestal accessory, Model No.
NLPWD15, specifically designed for
this dryer may be used when elevating
the dryer for ease of use.
Failure to use accessories certified by
the manufacturer could result in
personal injury, property damage or
damage to the dryer.
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explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
- 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 all 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.
This Use and Care Guide provides
general operating instructions for
your dryer. It also contains
information about features for
several other models. Your dryer
may not have every feature
included.
Use the dryer only as instructed in
this Use & Care Guide and the
Operating Instructions included
with your dryer.
Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this dryer.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this dryer, comply with the basic warnings listed
below.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Fire
Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene,
waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or near the dryer. These substances 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.
To prevent fire, do not use heat to dry items containing plastic, foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials, or
items containing feathers or down. Use Air Fluff (No Heat) only.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load. The interior of the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be
cleaned approximately every 18 months by qualified service personnel. An excessive amount of lint build-up in these areas could result in
inefficient drying and possible fire. See Care and Cleaning, page 7.
Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked, damaged or missing. Fire hazard, overheating and damage to fabrics
can occur. If your dryer has a drying rack, always replace the lint screen when finished using the drying rack.
Keep area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air. Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the
dryer.
Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any time.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener
or product.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic
parts of the dryer.
Protect Children
Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near
children. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play.
Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels.
Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Injury
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by a
qualified service person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the dryer for the installer's reference. Refer
to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures. If the dryer is moved to a new location, have it checked and
reinstalled by a qualified service person.
To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord of a gas dryer must be plugged into a properly
grounded and polarized 3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never ground the dryer to a gas
pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.
ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can
result in electrical shock or injury.
Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before
reaching into the drum.
To prevent injury and damage to the dryer:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide.
Use only authorized factory parts.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor in the unlikely event of an overheated situation (electric dryers only). A
service technician must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
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hazard or electrical shock.
Grounding type
w
grounding plug
Avoid fire
Do not use an adaptor
plug or extension cord or
remove grounding prong
from electrical power
cord. Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious
injury, fire or death.
Follow fabric care label instructions.
14-30R
FUSED 30 AMP
120/240 V OR
120/208 V WALL
GAS DRYERS:
Do not under
any circumstances
cut, remove,
or bypass
the grounding prong
from this plug.
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
ELECTRIC DRYERS:
CORRECT
all receptacle
DRYER
DRYER SERVICE
CORRECT Use this way ONLY
Drying Procedures
• Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying.
• Read the Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model.
• Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product labels.
Safety Instructions, pages 3-4, before operating this dryer.
1. Prepare items for drying.
• Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.
• Separate dark items from light-colored items. Separate items that shed lint from those
• Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof and won't damage the drum finish.
• If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.
• Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Dryer heat may
• Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read Important
that attract lint. If an item sheds lint, turn it inside out.
Close zippers, fasten hooks and Velcro®-like fasteners. Tie strings and sashes to
prevent snagging and tangling.
permanently set some stains. Repeat stain removal process before drying.
Note: The instructions
appearing in this Use and
Care Guide are not meant to
cover every possible condition
and situation that may occur.
Common sense and caution
must be practiced when
installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance.
Place small items in a mesh bag.
Fill dryer drum 1/3 to 1/2 full.
Place the front bar under
the lip of the lint screen opening.
2. Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
3. Load the dryer.
• The average load will fill the drum 1/3 to 1/2 full. Items need room to tumble freely for
even drying and less wrinkling. Do not overload dryer.
• When drying large items, dry only 2 or 3 at a time. Fill out the load with small and
medium sized items.
• For delicate or very small loads, add 2 lint-free towels for better drying, less wrinkling,
and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener sheets.
• Do not overdry items. Overdrying can cause wrinkling, shrinkage, harshness, and a
build-up of static electricity, which can produce more lint.
• If desired, add a dryer fabric softener sheet.
4. Close the dryer door and select the cycle, temperature, dryness level and options
desired. See Operating Instructions for your specific model information.
5. Press START to begin the cycle.
• To add or remove items when the dryer is running open the door. The dryer will stop
when the door is opened. Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching
inside.
• Close the door and press START to resume the cycle.
6. When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and hang or fold.
Features
End of Cycle Signal
A signal will sound at the end of the cycle and periodically during Press Saver at the volume
level selected. (some models)
Drum Light (some models)
A drum light will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the dryer drum during
loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.
Reversible Dryer Door
Your dryer is equipped with a reversible door. The door can be hinged on the right or left side.
Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for directions on changing the door.
Drying Rack (some models)
Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried.
1. Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen.
2. Insert drying rack into the dryer drum. Place the front bar under the lip of the lint screen
opening.
3. Place items to be dried on top of the rack. Weight should not exceed 10 lbs. Leave space
between items, but do not let items hang over the sides or through the grids. Do not
tumble other items when using the drying rack.
4. Select Timed Dry. Use only the Air Fluff/No Heat option for items containing plastic, foam
rubber, rubber-like materials, feathers or down.
5. When items are dry, remove the rack and replace the lint screen. If lint screen is not in
place, tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and cause damage to the dryer.
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Care and Cleaning
To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with
the basic warnings listed in Important Safety Instructions, pages 3-4, and those listed
below.
• Before cleaning the dryer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid
electrical shock hazards.
• Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or
electrical shock could occur.
Inside
• Clean the lint screen after every load. Lint build-up in the screen restricts air flow,
which causes longer drying times. The screen is located at the bottom of the door
opening. Remove by pulling straight up. Remove the lint and replace the screen.
Clean lint screen after every load.
• Occasionally a waxy build-up may form on the lint screen from using dryer-added
fabric softener sheets. To remove this build-up, wash the lint screen in warm, soapy
water. Dry thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without the lint screen in
place.
• If the dryer drum becomes stained from noncolorfast fabrics, clean the drum with a
damp cloth and a mild liquid household cleanser. Remove cleanser residue before
drying the next load.
• Every 18 months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer cabinet interior and
exhaust duct. These areas can collect lint and dust over time. An excessive amount of
lint build-up could result in inefficient drying and possible fire hazard.
Outside
• Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive
cleansers.
• If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach [1/2 cup
(120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 liter) water]. Rinse several times with clear water.
• Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild
Do not store or place laundry products
detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.
on top of dryer at any time. They can
damage the finish or controls.
• Before moving the dryer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the
front leveling legs to prevent damage to floor.
Common Drying Problems
Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory drying
results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEM
Greasy, oily
stains
Lint
POSSIBLE CAUSES
• Fabric softener sheet.
• Overloading.
• Overdrying causes static
electricity.
• Lint screen not clean when
cycle began.
• Lint is attached to "pills."
SOLUTIONS
• Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.
Rinse and rewash.
• Reduce load size and rewash using liquid
fabric softener in the final rinse.
• Or, add a fabric softener sheet and tumble
without heat.
• Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
• Add a few bath towels to small loads for
proper tumbling.
• Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
• Use proper drying temperature.
• Place fabric softener sheet on top of load
before starting the dryer.
• Do not overload dryer.
• Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to
reduce static electricity.
• Remove items when they are slightly damp to
avoid overdrying.
• Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
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Pilling
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling
to fabric.)
Shrinking
Wrinkling
• Pilling is normal with
synthetic and permanent
press fabrics. This is due to
abrasion from normal wear.
• Overdrying.
• Overloading.
• Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
• Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.
• Irreversible condition.
• Reduce load size and tumble at medium or
low heat for 5-10 minutes.
• Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.
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• Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
• When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish
on collars and cuffs.
• Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
• Follow fabric care label directions.
• If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
• Remove items while slightly damp and hang or
lay flat to complete drying.
• Block knits into shape.
• Do not overload dryer.
• Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
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