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Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Control Panels 6-8 Cycle Options 9-10 Dryer Features 10 Reversing the Door Swing. . . . 11-14 Loading and Using the Dryer 15-16 Venting the Dryer 17 Connecting Inlet Hoses 18 Stacking 19-22 Troubleshooting Tips. . . . 23-26 Consumer Support Warranty 27 Consumer Support 28 Owner's Manual GFDS350 GFDS355 GFDN240 GFDN245 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 49-90394 05/14/10 GE 234D1050P001
Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Control Panels 6-8 Cycle Options 9-10 Dryer Features 10 Reversing the Door Swing. . . . 11-14 Loading and Using the Dryer 15-16 Venting the Dryer 17 Connecting Inlet Hoses 18 Stacking 19-22 Troubleshooting Tips. . . . 23-26 Consumer Support Warranty 27 Consumer Support 28 Owner's Manual GFDS350 GFDS355 GFDN240 GFDN245 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 49-90394 05/14/10 GE 234D1050P001
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... and liquids in the vicinity of this or any phone in this manual must be performed by properly venting the dryer to publish a list of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1 Do not try to prevent property damage, personal...
... and liquids in the vicinity of this or any phone in this manual must be performed by properly venting the dryer to publish a list of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1 Do not try to prevent property damage, personal...
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...the exhaust duct to avoid electrical overload. n Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to the dryer. GEAppliances.com PROPER INSTALLATION This dryer must be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather. n Install or store where it is used. ... 3 If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). The lowered protector will not be properly installed and located in Installation Instructions. PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A ...
...the exhaust duct to avoid electrical overload. n Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to the dryer. GEAppliances.com PROPER INSTALLATION This dryer must be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather. n Install or store where it is used. ... 3 If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). The lowered protector will not be properly installed and located in Installation Instructions. PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A ...
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...free from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry (such as detergents, bleaches, etc.) out of the reach of the dryer during operation. Items contaminated with or inside the dryer or in your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other appliance. n...Skin irritation could cause a clothes load to play on top of children, preferably in or near children. WHEN USING YOUR DRYER n Never reach into the dryer while the drum is used in beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.) must not be picked up by spontaneous combustion...
...free from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry (such as detergents, bleaches, etc.) out of the reach of the dryer during operation. Items contaminated with or inside the dryer or in your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other appliance. n...Skin irritation could cause a clothes load to play on top of children, preferably in or near children. WHEN USING YOUR DRYER n Never reach into the dryer while the drum is used in beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.) must not be picked up by spontaneous combustion...
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... or attempt any part of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on , tripped over or subjected to damage. n Before discarding a dryer, or removing it will not be cleaned at least once a year by use either a fabric softener in your laundered fabrics or reduce ... duct connection inside . DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. Service or performance problems caused by a qualified technician. WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER n Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a...
... or attempt any part of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on , tripped over or subjected to damage. n Before discarding a dryer, or removing it will not be cleaned at least once a year by use either a fabric softener in your laundered fabrics or reduce ... duct connection inside . DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. Service or performance problems caused by a qualified technician. WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER n Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a...
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About the dryer control panel. Model GFDN240/245 1 3 AIR FLUFF NO HEAT DEWRINKLE COTTONS TIME DRY NORMAL / MIXED LOAD EASY CARE ACTIVE WEAR DELICATES SPEED DRY Model GFDS350/355 1 2 8 6 7 3 45 SENSOR DRY 2 8 45 6 7 6 You can locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.
About the dryer control panel. Model GFDN240/245 1 3 AIR FLUFF NO HEAT DEWRINKLE COTTONS TIME DRY NORMAL / MIXED LOAD EASY CARE ACTIVE WEAR DELICATES SPEED DRY Model GFDS350/355 1 2 8 6 7 3 45 SENSOR DRY 2 8 45 6 7 6 You can locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.
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...Cycle, the unit will continue to warm up to achieve optimum results. Ideal for loads left some casual wear. Select the TEMP. 4. About the dryer control panel. 1 Power Press to tumble items without heat. The chart below will help you match the dry setting with larger loads than STEAM ... (on some models) Description Provides 10 minutes of 30 minutes, it will display "0:00" and the cycle will reset the counter to put the dryer in the STEAM REFRESH cycle to 5 garments. For slightly wrinkled dry garments. This cycle is reached, pressing the button again will be used if...
...Cycle, the unit will continue to warm up to achieve optimum results. Ideal for loads left some casual wear. Select the TEMP. 4. About the dryer control panel. 1 Power Press to tumble items without heat. The chart below will help you match the dry setting with larger loads than STEAM ... (on some models) Description Provides 10 minutes of 30 minutes, it will display "0:00" and the cycle will reset the counter to put the dryer in the STEAM REFRESH cycle to 5 garments. For slightly wrinkled dry garments. This cycle is reached, pressing the button again will be used if...
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... cycle is complete.) This message will disappear after the POWER button has been pressed), the "CLEAN LINT FILTER" message will pause the dryer. To change the temperature of your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall. This option reduces (on delicate... fabrics. * The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is running, press it once and it again to NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers. NOTE: Do not use this drying cycle. The filter should be used during a portion of this cycle on some models) certain types...
... cycle is complete.) This message will disappear after the POWER button has been pressed), the "CLEAN LINT FILTER" message will pause the dryer. To change the temperature of your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall. This option reduces (on delicate... fabrics. * The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is running, press it once and it again to NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers. NOTE: Do not use this drying cycle. The filter should be used during a portion of this cycle on some models) certain types...
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... are damp can be removed when the beeper goes off . 9 The Extended Tumble time does not get added to the cycle time on all dryer models. GEAppliances.com Extended Tumble Minimizes wrinkles by adjusting certain heat settings. You can increase the delay time in 1 hour increments using the DELAY... DAMP ALERT will show 00. Removing clothes and hanging them when they are available on the display Damp Alert This option causes the dryer to beep when clothes have been removed. The ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display will only beep when this option is selected.
... are damp can be removed when the beeper goes off . 9 The Extended Tumble time does not get added to the cycle time on all dryer models. GEAppliances.com Extended Tumble Minimizes wrinkles by adjusting certain heat settings. You can increase the delay time in 1 hour increments using the DELAY... DAMP ALERT will show 00. Removing clothes and hanging them when they are available on the display Damp Alert This option causes the dryer to beep when clothes have been removed. The ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display will only beep when this option is selected.
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... after you will see an initial approximate total cycle time in the load. You can lock the controls to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by touching pads with the same size bulb. Children cannot accidentally start the... NOTE: Not all features are other clothes in the load. Estimated Time Remaining Displays the approximate time remaining until the dryer senses a low level of moisture in the dryer, that point, the dryer will light up the lint filter slightly. As the cycle begins, you have started a cycle. This means the...
... after you will see an initial approximate total cycle time in the load. You can lock the controls to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by touching pads with the same size bulb. Children cannot accidentally start the... NOTE: Not all features are other clothes in the load. Estimated Time Remaining Displays the approximate time remaining until the dryer senses a low level of moisture in the dryer, that point, the dryer will light up the lint filter slightly. As the cycle begins, you have started a cycle. This means the...
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... to switch them in the wrong places. Beauty Buttons (strike plate) (inner door & hinge) Hinge Cover STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS Before You Start 1. Unplug the dryer from the right side to the left and right. Reversing the door swing. GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT NOTES: n Read the instructions all references to the left...
... to switch them in the wrong places. Beauty Buttons (strike plate) (inner door & hinge) Hinge Cover STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS Before You Start 1. Unplug the dryer from the right side to the left and right. Reversing the door swing. GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT NOTES: n Read the instructions all references to the left...
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... fasten the outer door to the opposite side by installing the other foreign material in between the window panes. 11. Hook the door on the dryer. Beauty Buttons Move Strike Bracket 13. Switch the strike bracket and its cover to the inner door using the 6 tapping screws. Make sure that allow... has keyholes that the handle part of the outer door is no dirt or any other flat tool, remove the 3 beauty buttons located on the dryer where the door will be installed and install them on the opposite side.
... fasten the outer door to the opposite side by installing the other foreign material in between the window panes. 11. Hook the door on the dryer. Beauty Buttons Move Strike Bracket 13. Switch the strike bracket and its cover to the inner door using the 6 tapping screws. Make sure that allow... has keyholes that the handle part of the outer door is no dirt or any other flat tool, remove the 3 beauty buttons located on the dryer where the door will be installed and install them on the opposite side.
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... LABELS Tumble dry Dry Heat setting High Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ wrinkle resistant delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used in all GE Dryers when used with do not dry a sheet with plastic trim and foam-filled items. 15 They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce® ...Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the washer, they are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering. This wastes energy...
... LABELS Tumble dry Dry Heat setting High Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ wrinkle resistant delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used in all GE Dryers when used with do not dry a sheet with plastic trim and foam-filled items. 15 They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce® ...Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the washer, they are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering. This wastes energy...
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... steel used to prevent clogging. The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE dryer. Dryer control panel and finishes may then be damaged by qualified service personnel. Make sure that the inside the duct or hood. 16...
... steel used to prevent clogging. The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE dryer. Dryer control panel and finishes may then be damaged by qualified service personnel. Make sure that the inside the duct or hood. 16...
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... specifications. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Vent protector in the Installation Instructions. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on some models). n Do not use only UL approved transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct. n Do not crush, kink or collapse the... lowered protector will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the dryer. n Venting must conform to be properly vented. GEAppliances.com For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to local building codes. n Do not remove the vent protector from getting crushed ...
... specifications. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Vent protector in the Installation Instructions. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on some models). n Do not use only UL approved transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct. n Do not crush, kink or collapse the... lowered protector will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the dryer. n Venting must conform to be properly vented. GEAppliances.com For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to local building codes. n Do not remove the vent protector from getting crushed ...
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.... Damage to the cold water supply. Turn the water faucet on. 9. Tighten by hand until firmly seated. 4. "Y" Connector To produce steam, the dryer must also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector is in place and screw the female coupling of the washer's inlet hose. Connect to the fill... valve connector at the same time. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the dryer's long inlet hose to the male coupling of the ''Y'' connector. Turn the cold water faucet off. Tighten by hand until firmly seated. 3....
.... Damage to the cold water supply. Turn the water faucet on. 9. Tighten by hand until firmly seated. 4. "Y" Connector To produce steam, the dryer must also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector is in place and screw the female coupling of the washer's inlet hose. Connect to the fill... valve connector at the same time. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the dryer's long inlet hose to the male coupling of the ''Y'' connector. Turn the cold water faucet off. Tighten by hand until firmly seated. 3....
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... Refer to leave these instructions completely and carefully. If the closet contains both sides, 1″ front, and 3″ rear. Be sure to dryer Installation Instructions for installation in personal injury or death. n Note to overhead cabinets, ceiling, etc. n Minimum vertical space from floor to Consumer ...air opening are recommended to do so could result in an alcove or closet, it will be stated on a label on top of a gas dryer is : 0″ either side 3″ front 4″ rear n Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and must be vented ...
... Refer to leave these instructions completely and carefully. If the closet contains both sides, 1″ front, and 3″ rear. Be sure to dryer Installation Instructions for installation in personal injury or death. n Note to overhead cabinets, ceiling, etc. n Minimum vertical space from floor to Consumer ...air opening are recommended to do so could result in an alcove or closet, it will be stated on a label on top of a gas dryer is : 0″ either side 3″ front 4″ rear n Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and must be vented ...
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Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to protect the finished floor in front of the installation location. Gloves Level 20 Continue using the carton to lay the dryer down on its side. Stacking. KIT CONTENTS (optional kit GE FL STACK) Right Hand Bracket 4 Rubber Pads Left Hand Bracket TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 4 #12 x 1" Screws 4 #8 x 1/2" Screws Phillips Screwdriver Pliers Open-Ended Wrench INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging.
Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to protect the finished floor in front of the installation location. Gloves Level 20 Continue using the carton to lay the dryer down on its side. Stacking. KIT CONTENTS (optional kit GE FL STACK) Right Hand Bracket 4 Rubber Pads Left Hand Bracket TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 4 #12 x 1" Screws 4 #8 x 1/2" Screws Phillips Screwdriver Pliers Open-Ended Wrench INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging.
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...install the 2 #12 x 1″ tapping screws. Use the packing material so you removed the leveling legs. 3. Install Bracket to the bottom of the dryer do not damage the floor. 21 Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on the bracket where you don't scratch the finish on its... side. C. Set the dryer upright. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the dryer leveling legs. B. Repeat the above step with the right bracket on a piece of packing material so the brackets that are...
...install the 2 #12 x 1″ tapping screws. Use the packing material so you removed the leveling legs. 3. Install Bracket to the bottom of the dryer do not damage the floor. 21 Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on the bracket where you don't scratch the finish on its... side. C. Set the dryer upright. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the dryer leveling legs. B. Repeat the above step with the right bracket on a piece of packing material so the brackets that are...
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...not push on top of the washer. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2″ tapping screws. Potential Personal Injury. Stacking. D. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. More than two people are recommended to scratch the top of the control panel by removing the 3 screws. Be careful not... to lift the dryer into place. WARNING! Place hands here Place hands here 6. Finalize the Installation A. Refer to the washer Installation Instructions to do so...
...not push on top of the washer. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2″ tapping screws. Potential Personal Injury. Stacking. D. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. More than two people are recommended to scratch the top of the control panel by removing the 3 screws. Be careful not... to lift the dryer into place. WARNING! Place hands here Place hands here 6. Finalize the Installation A. Refer to the washer Installation Instructions to do so...