GE Clothes Dryer DBI333 User Manual

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . 2–5  
Owner’s Manual and  
Installation Instructions  
Operating Instructions  
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Loading and Using the Dryer . . .8, 9  
DBL333  
DCL333  
DVL223  
Installation Instructions  
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . 11  
Exhausting the Dryer . . . . . . . . . 12  
Installing the Dryer . . . . . . . . 13–19  
Preparing to Install the Dryer . . 10  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . 20, 21  
Consumer Support  
Consumer Support . . . . Back Cover  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Write the model and serial  
numbers here:  
Model # __________________  
Serial # __________________  
You can find them on the label  
on the front of the left side of  
the door opening.  
134098700 175D1807P367 49-90105 08-01 JR  
 
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WARNING!  
PROPER INSTALLATION  
This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions  
before it is used.  
Properly ground dryer to conform with all  
governing codes and ordinances. Follow  
details in the Installation Instructions section.  
Exhaust/Ducting:  
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This dryer MUST be exhausted to the outside.  
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Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4″  
Install or store where it will not be exposed  
to temperatures below freezing or exposed  
to the weather.  
2 diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or  
for exhausting to the outside. USE OF PLASTIC  
OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN  
CAUSE A FIRE. PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN  
CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES  
OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING  
INSTALLATION.  
Connect to a properly rated, protected and  
sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical  
overload.  
Remove all sharp packing items and dispose  
of all shipping materials properly.  
Follow details in the Installation Instructions section.  
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YOUR LAUNDRY AREA  
Keep the area underneath and around your  
appliances free of combustible materials, such  
as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, gasoline and  
other flammable vapors and liquids.  
Close supervision is necessary if this appliance  
is used by or near children. Do not allow  
children to play on, with, or inside this or  
any other appliance.  
Keep the floor around your appliances clean  
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.  
Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents,  
bleaches, etc.) out of the reach of children,  
preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all  
warnings on container labels to avoid injury.  
Keep area around the exhaust opening and  
surrounding areas free from the accumulation  
of lint, dust and dirt.  
Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.  
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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 install or store this appliance where  
it will be exposed to the weather.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER  
Never reach into the dryer while the drum is  
moving. Before loading, unloading or adding  
clothes, wait until the drum has completely  
stopped.  
To minimize the possibility of electric shock,  
unplug this appliance from the power supply  
or disconnect the dryer at the household  
distribution panel by removing the fuse or  
switching off the circuit breaker before  
attempting any maintenance or cleaning  
(except the removal and cleaning of the lint  
filter). NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob  
to an off position, or pressing PAUSE does NOT  
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.  
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Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent  
lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the  
room. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT  
THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE, UNLESS THE DRYING  
RACK IS IN USE.  
Do not wash or dry articles that have been  
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted  
with combustible or explosive substances  
(such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers,  
dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which  
may ignite or explode. Do not add these  
substances to the wash water. Do not use or  
place these substances around your washer  
or dryer during operation.  
Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or  
near dryer at any time.  
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.  
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Never attempt to operate this appliance  
if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially  
disassembled, or has missing or broken parts,  
including a damaged cord or plug.  
Any article on which you have used a cleaning  
solvent or that contains flammable materials  
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in  
beauty salons, restaurants, or barber shops,  
etc.) must not be placed in or near the dryer  
until solvents or flammable materials have  
been removed. There are many highly  
flammable items used in homes such as  
acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene,  
some household cleaners, some spot removers,  
turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products  
containing petroleum distillates.  
The interior of the machine and the exhaust  
duct connection inside the dryer should be  
cleaned at least once a year by a qualified  
technician. See the Loading and Using the Dryer  
section. Do not use any type of spray cleaner  
when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes  
or electrical shock could occur.  
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If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with an  
automatic electric ignition and does not have  
a pilot light. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH  
A MATCH. Burns may result from having your  
hand in the vicinity of the burner when the  
automatic ignition turns on.  
The laundry process can reduce the flame  
retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result,  
carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s  
care instructions.  
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You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics  
or reduce the static electricity in them by using  
a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static  
conditioner. We recommend you use either a  
fabric softener in the wash cycle, according to  
the manufacturer’s instructions for those  
products, or try a dryer-added product for  
which the manufacturer gives written  
assurance on the package that their product  
can be safely used in your dryer. Service or  
performance problems caused by use of  
these products are the responsibility of the  
manufacturers of those products and are not  
covered under the warranty to this appliance.  
Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic,  
or similar materials such as padded bras, tennis  
shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby  
pants, plastic bags, pillows, etc. that may melt  
or burn. Some rubber materials, when heated,  
can under certain circumstances produce fire  
by spontaneous combustion.  
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Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that  
may burn or melt on top of the dryer during  
operation.  
Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not  
Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing  
Kapok) must not be put in your dryer.  
Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer.  
Skin irritation could result from the remaining  
particles that may be picked up by clothing  
during subsequent dryer uses.  
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WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER  
Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this  
appliance to avoid damage to the cord while  
pulling. Place the cord away from traffic areas  
so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or  
subjected to damage.  
Before discarding a dryer, or removing it  
from service, remove the dryer door to  
prevent children from hiding inside.  
Do not tamper with controls.  
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Do not attempt to repair or replace any part  
of this appliance or attempt any servicing  
unless specifically recommended in this  
Owner’s Manual or in published user-repair  
instructions that you understand and have  
the skills to carry out.  
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.  
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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About the control panel.  
You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the left side of the door opening.  
Model DBL333  
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Model DCL333  
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Model DVL223  
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About the control settings.  
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NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models.  
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IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.  
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Temperature  
REGULAR For regular to heavy cottons.  
MEDIUM For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press.  
FLUFF For fluffing items without heat. Use the TIMED DRY cycle.  
NO HEAT  
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Automatic 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.  
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Drying Cycles  
COTTONS For cottons and most linens. For most loads select OPTIMUM DRY.  
EASY CARE For wrinkle-free, permanent press and delicate items, and knits.  
TIMED DRY Set the Cycle Selector at the desired drying time.  
FLUFF Provides no-heat tumbling for freshening or fluffing already dry clothing, fabric, linens and pillows.  
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Start— Close the dryer door. Turn the START control clockwise to START. Hold for 1-2 seconds and release.  
Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer. To restart the dryer, close the door and  
select START to complete the cycle.  
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.  
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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 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.  
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Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has  
become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains.  
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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 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.  
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Follow these steps:  
Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting  
the plug from the wall socket.  
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The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each  
use. Remove by pulling straight up. Run your  
fingers across the filter. A waxy build-up may form  
on the lint filter 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 filter in place.  
Disconnect the duct from the dryer.  
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Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment  
and reconnect the duct.  
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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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Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint  
from the dryer once a year.  
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Fabric Care Labels  
WASH LABELS  
Machine  
wash  
cycle  
Normal  
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Permanent Press/  
wrinkle resistant  
Do not wash  
Do not wring  
Gentle/  
delicate  
Hand wash  
Water  
temperature  
Hot  
(50°C/120°F)  
Warm  
(40°C/105°F)  
Cold/cool  
(30°C/85°F)  
BLEACH LABELS  
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Bleach  
symbols  
Any bleach  
(when needed)  
Do not bleach  
Only non-chlorine bleach  
(when needed)  
DRY LABELS  
Tumble  
dry  
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Do not dry  
(used with  
do not wash)  
Dry  
Normal  
Permanent Press/  
wrinkle resistant  
Gentle/  
delicate  
Do not tumble dry  
Heat  
setting  
High  
Medium  
Low  
No heat/air  
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Special  
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Dry flat  
Line dry/  
hang to dry  
In the shade  
Drip dry  
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Preparing to install your dryer.  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
WARNING  
This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors  
using only rigid metal or flexible metal 4″  
diameter ductwork for inside the dryer cabinet  
or exhausting.  
The National Fuel Gas code restricts installations  
of gas appliances in garages. They must be 18″  
(45.7 cm) off the ground and protected from  
vehicles by a barrier. See Location of Your Dryer  
section.  
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Never use plastic or other combustible ductwork.  
See Exhausting section.  
The electrical service to the dryer must  
conform with local codes and ordinances and  
the latest edition of the National Electrical  
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.  
This appliance must be properly grounded  
and installed as described in these Installation  
Instructions.  
The gas service to the dryer must conform with  
local codes and ordinances or the latest edition  
of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1.  
The gas dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1  
for home use only. This dryer is not  
Do not install or store appliance in an area  
where it will be exposed to water/weather.  
See Location of Your Dryer section.  
recommended for commercial applications  
such as restaurants or beauty salons, etc.  
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Tools and Materials Required for Dryer Installation  
Phillips head screwdriver  
Adjustable pliers  
Rigid or flexible metal 4(10.2cm) duct  
Vent hood  
Carpenter’s level  
Pipe thread sealer (GAS DRYER)  
1/2open-end wrench  
Flat or straight blade screwdriver  
Duct tape  
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Unpacking the Dryer  
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Using the four shipping carton corner posts  
CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not use  
the control panel as a means to pick up or  
move the dryer.  
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as padding (two on each side), carefully lay  
the dryer on its left side and remove foam  
shipping pad.  
Return the dryer to an upright position.  
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Adjust the leveling legs to match the washer  
height. The dryer must be level and rest  
firmly on all four leveling legs.  
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Foam shipping pad  
Packing  
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Electrical requirements.  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
Electrical Connection Information for Electric Dryers  
WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire,  
Electrical Requirements  
electric shock, or personal injury:  
This dryer must be connected to a 208V or  
240V individual branch circuit, protected by  
30 amp circuit breakers or time-delay fuses.  
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS  
APPLIANCE.  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.  
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Use copper conductors only.  
This dryer must be electrically grounded in  
If the electric supply does not meet the above  
accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in  
the absence of local codes, in accordance with the  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.  
specifications, call a licensed electrician.  
NOTE: A wiring diagram is located inside the  
control panel.  
Electrical Connection Information for Gas Dryers  
WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire,  
External Ground (if required)  
electric shock, or personal injury:  
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An external ground wire, (not provided), which  
meets local codes, may be added by attaching it to  
the green ground screw on the rear of the dryer in  
the upper left corner above the cord, and to grounded  
metal cold water pipe or other established ground.  
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN  
ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE.  
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR  
REMOVE THE THIRD GROUNDING PRONG FROM  
THE POWER CORD.  
Attach ground wire  
(obtain locally)  
This dryer must be electrically grounded in  
accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in  
the absence of local codes, in accordance with the  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.  
Electrical Requirements  
This dryer must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz,  
and connected to an individual properly  
grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or  
20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.  
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NOTE: A wiring diagram is located inside the  
control panel.  
If the electric supply provided does not  
meet the above specifications, it is  
recommended that a licensed electrician  
install an approved outlet.  
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Ensure proper ground  
exists before use  
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Exhausting the dryer.  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
Exhaust System Requirements  
Use only 4(10.2 cm) diameter (minimum) rigid metal  
duct for best performance, or flexible metal duct. Use  
approved vent hood which has swing-out dampers  
that open when the dryer is in operation. When the  
dryer stops, the dampers automatically close to  
prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and  
rodents. To avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a  
minimum of 12(30.5 cm) clearance between the  
vent hood and the ground or any other obstruction.  
The dryer exhaust system MUST BE EXHAUSTED  
TO THE OUTSIDE of the dwelling.  
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DO NOT allow combustible materials (for example:  
clothing, draperies/curtains, paper) to come in  
contact with exhaust system.  
The dryer MUST NOT be exhausted into a gas vent,  
chimney, a wall, a ceiling, a common duct with a  
kitchen exhaust or any concealed space of a  
building which can accumulate lint, resulting in  
a fire hazard.  
If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible  
all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the  
maximum recommended duct length. See Additional  
Installation Instructions following.  
DO NOT exceed the length of duct pipe or  
number of elbows allowed in the Maximum Length  
charts. Lint can accumulate in the exhaust  
system, plugging the system and creating a fire  
hazard, as well as increasing drying times.  
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Do  
Do  
Do  
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DO NOT screen the exhaust ends of the vent  
system, nor use any screws or rivets to assemble  
the exhaust system. Lint can become caught in  
the screen, on the screws or rivets, clogging the  
duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as  
increasing drying times. Use an approved vent  
hood to terminate the duct outdoors, and seal  
all joints with duct tape. All male duct pipe  
fittings MUST be installed downstream with  
the flow of air.  
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Don’t  
Don’t  
Don’t  
EXPLOSION HAZARD. Do not install the dryer  
where gasoline or other flammables are kept  
or stored. If the dryer is installed in a garage,  
it must be a minimum of 18(45.7 cm) above  
the floor. Failure to do so can result in death,  
explosion, fire or burns.  
WARNING: The following are specific requirements  
for proper and safe operation of your dryer. Failure  
to follow these instructions can create excessive  
drying times and fire hazards.  
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DO NOT use plastic flexible duct to exhaust the  
dryer. Excessive lint can build up inside exhaust  
system and create a fire hazard and restrict air  
flow. Restricted air flow will increase drying times.  
If your present system is made up of plastic duct or  
metal foil duct, replace it with rigid or flexible  
metal duct. Ensure the present duct is free of any  
lint prior to installing dryer duct.  
Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of  
the exhaust system, especially at turns. Inspect  
and clean at least once per year.  
Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.  
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Additional Installation Instructions  
If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible  
all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the  
maximum recommended duct length. In special  
installations when it is impossible to make a  
connection with the above recommendations, then  
UL-listed clothes dryer transition duct may be used as  
transition venting between the dryer and wall  
connection only. The use of this ducting will affect  
drying time.  
The following directions must be followed.  
Use the shortest length possible.  
Stretch the duct to its maximum length.  
Do not crush or collapse.  
Never use transition duct inside the wall, flooring,  
ceiling or inside the dryer.  
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.  
If flexible transition duct is necessary, only UL-listed duct  
identified for use with clothes dryers is approved.  
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Venting must conform to local building codes.  
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Installing the dryer.  
Exhaust Ducting Length  
The exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned  
at least once a year with normal usage. The more the  
dryer is used, the more often you should check the  
exhaust system and vent hood for proper operation.  
DO NOT assemble the duct work with fasteners that  
extend into the duct. They will serve as collection  
points for lint.  
Ductwork which runs through an unheated area or  
is near an air conditioning duct should be insulated  
to reduce condensation and lint build-up.  
If roof vents or louvered plenums are used, they must  
be equivalent to a 4dampered wall cap in regard to  
resistance to airflow, prevention of back drafts and  
maintenance required to prevent clogging.  
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MAXIMUM LENGTH of 4“ (10.2 cm) Dia. RIGID METAL DUCT  
PREFERRED VENT HOOD TYPE  
MAXIMUM LENGTH of 4“ (10.2 cm) Dia. FLEXIBLE METAL DUCT  
PREFERRED VENT HOOD TYPE  
4” (10.2 cm)  
Louvered  
4” (10.2 cm)  
Louvered  
Number of  
90° turns  
Number of  
90° turns  
2.5”  
(6.35  
cm)  
2.5”  
(6.35  
cm)  
4”  
4”  
(10.2 cm)  
(10.2 cm)  
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2
3
4
60’ (18.28 m)  
48’ (14.63 m)  
40’ (12.19 m)  
32’ (9.75 m)  
24’ (7.31 m)  
16’ (4.87 m)  
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1
2
3
30’ (9.14 m)  
22’ (6.71 m)  
14’ (4.27 m)  
18’ (5.49 m)  
14’ (4.27 m)  
10’ (3.05 m)  
52’ (15.84 m)  
44’ (13.41 m)  
32’ (9.75 m)  
28’ (8.53 m)  
not recommended  
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CORRECT  
INCORRECT  
INSTALL MALE FITTINGS IN  
CORRECT DIRECTION  
Exhaust Direction  
All dryers are shipped set up for rear exhausting.  
On electric dryers, exhausting can be on the cabinet  
right or left side, or through the dryer bottom.  
Gas dryers can exhaust on the cabinet right side or  
the dryer bottom. To change exhaust direction you  
will need Exhaust Kit, Pub. No. 14-A018 and a rigid  
metal 490 degree elbow. The kit is available through  
your GE retailer. Follow the instructions supplied  
with the kit.  
Same as  
EXHAUST DUCT LOCATING  
DIMENSIONS  
5-7/8″  
other side  
(15 cm)  
4-3/8″  
(11 cm)  
13-1/2″  
(34 cm)  
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3-3/4(9.5 cm)  
3-3/4(9.5 cm)  
Gas Supply Requirements  
Replace brass connecting pipe that is not  
plastic-coated. Stainless steel or plastic-coated  
brass MUST be used.  
The gas supply line MUST have an individual  
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shutoff valve.  
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A 1/8(0.32 cm) NPT minimum plugged  
tapping, accessible for test gauge connection,  
MUST be installed immediately upstream of the  
gas supply connection to the dryer.  
WARNING: Never reuse old flexible connectors.  
The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas  
leaks and personal injury. Always use NEW flexible  
connectors when installing a gas appliance.  
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The dryer and its individual shutoff valve MUST  
be disconnected from the gas supply piping  
system during any pressure testing of the gas  
supply piping system at test pressures in excess  
of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).  
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Installation MUST conform with local codes, or  
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in the absence of local codes, with the National  
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition).  
The gas supply line should be of 1/2(1.27 cm)  
rigid pipe.  
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The dryer MUST be isolated from the gas supply  
piping system by closing its individual manual  
shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the  
gas supply piping system at test pressures  
equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).  
If codes allow, flexible metal tubing may be used  
to connect your dryer to the gas supply line. The  
tubing MUST be constructed of stainless steel or  
plastic-coated brass.  
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Installing the dryer.  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
Location of Your Dryer  
Do Not Install the Dryer:  
Do not install the dryer on carpet.  
Do not install the dryer in an area exposed to  
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Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope  
of 1(2.54 cm).  
Do not install the dryer in an area where it will  
come in contact with curtains, drapes, or  
anything that will obstruct the flow of  
combustion and ventilation air.  
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Installation in Recess or Closet  
This dryer MUST be exhausted outdoors.  
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation:  
1
No other fuel burning appliance shall be  
installed in the same closet as the GAS DRYER.  
FRONT  
SIDES  
REAR*  
TOP  
2
1(2.54 cm)  
0 (0 cm)  
1(2.54 cm) 15(38.1 cm)  
OpeagIructions  
Your dryer needs the space around it for proper  
ventilation. DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER IN  
A CLOSET WITH A SOLID DOOR.  
* Additional rear clearance may be required depending  
on the ducting installation.  
3
Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise  
ventilated and must contain a minimum of  
4
60 sq. in. of open area equally distributed.  
If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer,  
doors must contain a minimum of 120 sq. in. of  
open area equally distributed. Air openings are  
required to be unobstructed when a door is  
installed. A louvered door with equivalent air  
openings for the full length of the door is  
acceptable.  
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1" (2.54 cm)  
15"  
(38.1 cm)  
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0" (0 cm)  
1" (2.54 cm)  
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Mobile Home Installation  
Dryer MUST be exhausted outside (outdoors, not  
Installation MUST conform to current  
1
6
beneath the mobile home) using metal ducting  
Manufactured Home Construction & Safety  
Standard (which is a Federal Regulation Title  
24 CFR—Part 32–80) or, when such standard is  
not applicable, with American National Standard  
for Mobile Homes, ANSI/NFPA No. 501B.  
that will not support combustion. Metal ducting  
must be 4(10.16 cm) in diameter with no  
obstructions. Rigid metal duct is preferred.  
If dryer is exhausted through the floor, the  
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Correct  
Do  
exhaust system MUST NOT terminate beneath the  
mobile home. Termination MUST be securely  
Do  
Do  
OpeagIructions  
fastened to the mobile home structure.  
When installing a dryer into a mobile home,  
a provision must be made for outside make-up  
air. Provide an opening with a free area of at  
least 25 square inches for introduction of outside  
air into the dryer room.  
3
Incorrect  
Gas dryers MUST be fastened to the floor  
Don’t  
Don’t  
Don’t  
4
using Mobile Home Installation Kit  
Pub. No. 14-D346-33.  
See the Exhaust System Requirements section  
for other important venting information.  
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The dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1  
for HOME USE only.  
Rough-In Dimensions  
26 7/8″  
(68.3 cm)  
47 1/2″  
(120.7 cm)  
Door open  
90˚  
Electrical connection  
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2 9/16″  
(6.5 cm)  
43 5/8″  
(110.7 cm)  
13 1/2″  
(34.4 cm)  
4 3/8″  
(11.1 cm)  
36″  
(91.5 cm)  
Optional  
vent knockout  
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3/8(0.96 cm) Dia.  
gas pipe  
27″  
(68.6 cm)  
1(2.54 cm)  
3 3/4″  
(9.5 cm)  
3 3/4″  
(9.5 cm)  
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SIDE VIEW  
Servicing – Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearances for installation and servicing.  
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Installing the dryer.  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
Grounding Requirements  
DANGER: Improper connection of the  
For a permanently-connected electric dryer:  
equipment-grounding conductor can result in  
a risk of electric shock. Check with a licensed  
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether  
the appliance is properly grounded.  
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The dryer MUST be connected to a grounded  
metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-  
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit  
conductors and connected to the equipment-  
grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.  
Grounding must be in accordance with local  
codes and ordinances, or in the absence of  
local codes, in accordance with the National  
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70.  
For a cord-connected gas dryer:  
This dryer is equipped with a three-prong  
(grounding) plug for your protection against  
shock hazard and should be plugged directly into  
a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.  
Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from  
this plug.  
For a grounded, cord-connected electric dryer:  
The dryer MUST be grounded. In the event of  
a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will  
reduce the risk of electrical shock by creating  
a path of least resistance for electrical current.  
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OpeagIructions  
If your dryer is equipped with a power supply  
2 cord having an equipment-grounding conductor  
and a grounding plug, the plug MUST be  
plugged into an appropriate, copper-wired  
receptacle that is properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all local codes and  
ordinances. If in doubt, call a licensed electrician.  
Electrical Installation for Electric Dryers  
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WARNING: The following are specific  
requirements for proper and safe electrical  
installation of your dryer. Failure to follow  
these instructions can create electrical shock  
and/or a fire hazard.  
WARNING: A UL-approved strain relief must be  
installed onto power cord. If the strain relief is  
not attached, the cord can be pulled out of the  
dryer and can be cut by any movement of the  
cord, resulting in electrical shock.  
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WARNING: This appliance MUST be properly  
grounded. Electrical shock can result if the  
WARNING: Use copper receptacles only.  
dryer is not properly grounded. Follow the  
instructions in this manual for proper  
grounding.  
NOTE: Dryers operating on 208-volt power supply will  
have longer drying times than those operating on  
240-volt power supply.  
WARNING: DO NOT use an extension cord with  
this dryer. Some extension cords are not  
designed to withstand the amounts of  
electrical current this dryer utilizes and can  
melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire  
hazard. Locate the dryer within reach of the  
wall outlet, taking into account the length  
of power cord to be purchased and allowing  
some slack in the cord. Refer to Electrical  
Requirements in this manual for the proper  
power cord to be purchased.  
A wiring diagram is located inside the control panel.  
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SafeyIructions  
3-Wire System for Electric Dryers–DO NOT use for Mobile Home Installations  
Remove the screws securing the terminal block  
access cover and the strain relief mounting  
bracket located on the back of the dryer  
upper corner.  
Attach the power cord neutral (center wire)  
1
4
conductor to the silver-colored center terminal  
on the terminal block. Tighten the screw  
securely.  
Install a UL-approved strain relief into the power  
cord entry hole of the mounting bracket. Use  
a strain relief which attaches to the mounting  
bracket with a nut. Finger-tighten the nut only  
at this time.  
Attach the remaining two power cord outer  
conductors to the outer brass-colored terminals  
on the terminal block. Tighten both screws  
securely.  
2
5
OpeagIructions  
WARNING: Do not make a sharp bend or  
crimp wiring/conductor at connections.  
Thread a UL-approved 30A, 240V, 3 #10 AWG  
minimum copper conductor power cord through  
the strain relief.  
3
Reattach the strain relief mounting bracket to  
the back of the dryer with two screws. Tighten  
screws securely.  
6
Silver terminal  
Green ground screw  
Tighten the fasteners securing the cord restraint  
firmly against the power cord.  
7
8
9
Tighten the strain relief nut securely so that the  
strain relief does not turn.  
Green neutral  
ground wire  
Nut  
Tighten nut to  
these threads  
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.  
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Power cord  
Use copper  
conductors only.  
Strain relief  
mounting bracket  
4-Wire System for Electric Dryers—MUST be used for Mobile Home Installations  
Remove the screws securing the terminal block  
access cover and the strain relief mounting  
bracket located on the back of the dryer  
upper corner.  
Attach the red and black power cord conductors  
1
2
3
7 to the outer brass-colored terminals on the  
terminal block.  
Green power cord ground wire  
Green ground  
Install a UL-approved strain relief in the entry  
hole of the mounting bracket. Use a strain relief  
which attaches to the mounting bracket with a  
nut. Finger-tighten the nut only at this time.  
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Silver terminal  
screw  
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Green neutral  
ground wire  
Black  
Nut  
Remove the green neutral ground wire from  
the green ground screw located above the  
terminal block.  
White  
Tighten nut to  
these threads  
Red  
Strain  
relief  
mounting  
bracket  
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Typical 4  
conductor  
receptacle  
Power cord  
Black 240V  
Typical  
4 conductor cord  
White neutral  
Red 240V  
WARNING: Do not make a sharp bend or  
crimp wiring/conductor at the connections.  
Green ground  
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Thread a UL-approved 30A, 240V, 4 #10 AWG  
minimum copper conductor power cord through  
the strain relief.  
Tighten the fasteners securing the cord  
restraint firmly against the power cord.  
4
5
8
9
Tighten the strain relief nut securely so the  
strain relief does not turn.  
Attach the green power cord ground wire to the  
cabinet with the green ground screw.  
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.  
10  
Attach the white (neutral) power cord  
6 conductor from the power cord and the green  
ground wire from the dryer harness to the silver-  
colored center terminal on the terminal block.  
Tighten the screw securely.  
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Installing the dryer.  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
Gas Connection for Gas Dryers  
Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the  
Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line.  
1
3
rear of the dryer.  
Test all connections by brushing on a soapy  
water solution.  
4
SafeyIructions  
NOTE: DO NOT connect the dryer to LP gas service  
without converting the gas valve. An LP conversion  
kit (Pub. No. 14-A038) MUST be installed by  
a qualified gas technician.  
CAUTION: NEVER TEST FOR GAS LEAKS WITH  
AN OPEN FLAME.  
NOTE: On gas dryers, before the burner will light,  
it is necessary for the gas line to be bled of air.  
If the burner does not light within 45 seconds the  
first time the dryer is turned on, the safety switch will  
shut the burner off. If this happens, turn the timer  
to OFF and wait 5 minutes before making another  
attempt to light.  
Connect a 1/2(1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid  
2
or approved pipe from gas supply line to  
the 3/8(0.96 cm) pipe located on the back  
of the dryer. Use a 1/2to 3/8(1.27 cm to  
0.96 cm) reducer for a connection. Apply an  
approved thread sealer that is resistant to the  
corrosive action of liquefied gases on all pipe  
connections.  
OpeagIructions  
Before Operating the Dryer  
1 system. Use duct tape to seal all joints.  
Connect the exhaust duct to outside exhaust  
CAUTION: Before operating the dryer, make  
sure the dryer area is clear and free from  
combustible materials, gasoline, and other  
flammable vapors. Also see that nothing  
(such as boxes, clothing, etc.) obstructs the  
flow of combustion and ventilation air.  
With the dryer in its final position, adjust one or  
more of the legs until the dryer is resting solidly  
2
on all four legs. Place a level on top of the dryer.  
THE DRYER MUST BE LEVEL AND RESTING  
SOLIDLY ON ALL FOUR LEGS. Turn the lock nuts  
on each of the four legs up toward the base of  
the dryer and snug with a 1/2open-end  
wrench.  
Run the dryer through a cycle check for proper  
operation.  
5
If your dryer does not operate, please review the  
Troubleshooting Tips section in this manual before  
calling for service.  
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6
Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.  
NOTE: Check to ensure the power is off at circuit  
breaker/fuse box before plugging the power  
cord into the outlet.  
3
Place these instructions in a location near the  
dryer for future reference.  
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Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/  
4 fuse box.  
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Replacement Parts  
If replacement parts are needed for your dryer, visit  
GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories  
at 800.626.2002 or contact an authorized parts  
supplier.  
WARNING: The instructions in the manual and  
all other literature included with this dryer are  
not meant to cover every possible condition  
and situation that may occur. Good safe  
practice and caution MUST be applied when  
installing, operating and maintaining any  
appliance.  
WARNING: Destroy the carton and plastic bags  
after the dryer is unpacked. Children might  
use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs,  
bedspreads or plastic sheets can become  
airtight chambers causing suffocation.  
OpeagIructions  
Place all materials in a garbage container or  
make materials inaccessible to children.  
Reversing the Dryer Door Swing  
laIructions  
Open the dryer door. Remove the 4 hinge hole  
1
plugs or screws from the left side of door  
opening. Place nearby for future installation.  
NOTE: You may need a plastic knife to help pull  
out the plugs. Be careful not to scratch the paint.  
Remove the four screws that secure the door  
hinges to the dryer front panel. NOTE: Remove  
1 screw from each of the 2 hinges first. Hold the  
door firmly before removing the last 2 screws.  
2
Rotate the door 180° and reinstall the door  
hinges to the dryer front panel with the 4 screws.  
Remove 4 screws—one from each hinge first  
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Install the 4 hinge hole plugs or screws that were  
removed in step 1 into the open screw holes on  
the right side of the door opening.  
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Before you call for service…  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or  
visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.  
Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
SafeyIructions  
Dryer doesn’t start  
Dryer is unplugged  
Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into  
the outlet.  
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker  
is tripped  
Check the household Distribution Panel fuse/circuit  
breaker box in your home, and replace fuse or reset  
breaker. NOTE: Electric dryers use two fuses or breakers.  
Thermal limiter tripped  
Check the vent for any obstructions. Call authorized  
service person for replacement if necessary.  
Dryer doesn’t heat  
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker  
is tripped; the dryer may tumble  
but not heat  
Check the fuse/circuit breaker box in your home,  
and replace both fuses or reset both breakers.  
Your dryer may tumble if only one fuse is blown or  
one breaker tripped.  
Gas service is off  
Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are  
fully open.  
OpeagIructions  
LP gas supply tank is empty  
or there has been a utility  
interruption of natural gas  
(gas models)  
Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility  
service is restored.  
Dryer shakes or  
makes noise  
Some shaking/noise is normal.  
Dryer may be sitting unevenly  
Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs  
as necessary until even.  
Greasy spots on clothes  
Improper use of fabric softener Follow directions on fabric softener package.  
Drying dirty items with  
clean ones  
Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can  
stain clean items and the dryer.  
Clothes were not  
completely clean  
Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the  
clothes are wet appear after drying. Use proper washing  
procedures before drying.  
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Lint on clothes  
Lint filter is full  
Improper sorting  
Clean lint screen before each load.  
Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors  
(like corduroy).  
Static electricity can attract lint  
Overloading  
See suggestions in this section under STATIC.  
Separate large loads into smaller ones.  
Paper, tissue, etc. left in pockets Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.  
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No fabric softener was used  
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Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been  
approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in  
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
Overdrying  
Try a fabric softener.  
Adjust controls to LESS DRY.  
Try a fabric softener.  
Synthetics, permanent press  
and blends can cause static  
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SafeyIructions  
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Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Inconsistent  
drying times  
Type of heat  
Automatic 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.  
OpeagIructions  
Clothes take  
too long to dry  
Improper sorting  
Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally,  
a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).  
Large loads of heavy fabrics  
(like beach towels)  
Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take  
longer to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into smaller  
loads to speed drying time.  
Controls improperly set  
Lint filter is full  
Match control settings to the load you are drying.  
Clean lint filter before every load.  
Improper or obstructed ducting Check installation instructions for proper  
ducting/venting.  
laIructions  
Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and  
unobstructed.  
Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily.  
Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the  
dryer venting is correct.  
Blown fuses or tripped  
circuit breaker  
Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Since most dryers  
use two fuses or breakers, make sure both are operating.  
Overloading/combining loads  
Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer  
at a time.  
Underloading  
If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items  
to ensure proper tumbling.  
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Clothes are wrinkled  
Clothes shrink  
Overdrying  
Select a shorter drying time.  
Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of  
moisture. Select a LESS DRY setting.  
Letting items sit in dryer  
after cycle ends  
Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang  
immediately.  
Some fabrics will naturally shrink To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly.  
when washed. Others can be  
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Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying.  
safely washed, but will shrink  
If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular  
item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it.  
in the dryer  
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Notes.  
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SafeyIructions  
GE Dryer Warranty.  
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,  
Staple your receipt here.  
Proof of the original purchase  
date is needed to obtain service  
under the warranty.  
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule  
service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com,  
or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).  
For The Period Of:  
GE Will Replace:  
One Year  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this  
full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to  
replace the defective part.  
OpeagIructions  
What GE Will Not Cover:  
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the  
product.  
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit  
breakers.  
Improper installation.  
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or  
acts of God.  
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for  
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.  
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible  
defects with this appliance.  
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home  
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives  
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your  
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225  
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Consumer Support.  
GE Appliances Website  
GEAppliances.com  
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,  
any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals,  
order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also “Ask Our Team of Experts  
your questions, and so much more...  
Schedule Service  
GEAppliances.com  
Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at  
your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal  
business hours.  
Real Life Design Studio  
GEAppliances.com  
GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by  
people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and  
mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen  
design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call  
800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).  
Extended Warranties  
GEAppliances.com  
Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty  
is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.  
GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.  
Parts and Accessories  
GEAppliances.com  
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their  
homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or  
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.  
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally  
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause  
unsafe operation.  
Contact Us  
GEAppliances.com  
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details  
including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
Register Your Appliance  
GEAppliances.com  
Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for  
enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.  
You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material, or detach and  
use the form in this Owner’s Manual.  
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