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Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Control Panel 5, 6 Control Settings 7 Features 8 Loading and Using the Dryer 10-11 Reversing the Door 9 Venting the Dryer 11 Troubleshooting Tips . . . 12, 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support 16 Warranty 15 Owner's Manual Printed in Mexico Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 234D2238P004 49-90531 09-14 GE
Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Control Panel 5, 6 Control Settings 7 Features 8 Loading and Using the Dryer 10-11 Reversing the Door 9 Venting the Dryer 11 Troubleshooting Tips . . . 12, 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support 16 Warranty 15 Owner's Manual Printed in Mexico Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 234D2238P004 49-90531 09-14 GE
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... not avoided, could occur. See "Electrical Connection" located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to play on or near dryer at any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that can kill you or hurt you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or...
... not avoided, could occur. See "Electrical Connection" located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to play on or near dryer at any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that can kill you or hurt you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or...
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... harm. GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in the vicinity of this manual must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the...
... harm. GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in the vicinity of this manual must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the...
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... ever had anything that has ever had any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to do so can result in death or fire. Failure to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from dryer. About the dryer control panel. To reduce the risk of oil on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle.
... ever had anything that has ever had any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to do so can result in death or fire. Failure to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from dryer. About the dryer control panel. To reduce the risk of oil on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle.
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... clean and dry or that are on some models. Use with Air Fluff No Heat. GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer. 1 Temperature (Not all features are very lightly damp. High Heat Casuals/ For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press. Opening the door during operation will vary according to feel drier. For most linens. Use the Time Dry cycle. Provides 10 minutes of exhaust ducts. 5 Timed cycles run for a selected time. 2 Drying Cycles...
... clean and dry or that are on some models. Use with Air Fluff No Heat. GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer. 1 Temperature (Not all features are very lightly damp. High Heat Casuals/ For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press. Opening the door during operation will vary according to feel drier. For most linens. Use the Time Dry cycle. Provides 10 minutes of exhaust ducts. 5 Timed cycles run for a selected time. 2 Drying Cycles...
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... of the cycle to remove the clothes. NOTE: Remove garments promptly at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. A reminder signal will sound just before the end of no -heat tumbling after the laundry is time to remind you that it is dry. Drying Rack (on some models) The stainless steel used with the Time Dry cycle. Do not use , These drum provides...
... of the cycle to remove the clothes. NOTE: Remove garments promptly at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. A reminder signal will sound just before the end of no -heat tumbling after the laundry is time to remind you that it is dry. Drying Rack (on some models) The stainless steel used with the Time Dry cycle. Do not use , These drum provides...
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... the duct. Loading and using the dryer. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. Moisten your fingers across the filter. Run your fingers and reach into the filter opening. Follow these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket. 2 Disconnect the duct from the outside that there is not covered by your dryer caused by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Dryer control panel...
... the duct. Loading and using the dryer. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. Moisten your fingers across the filter. Run your fingers and reach into the filter opening. Follow these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket. 2 Disconnect the duct from the outside that there is not covered by your dryer caused by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Dryer control panel...
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... specifications. GEAppliances.com Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to local building codes. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 9 Carefully follow the details on sharp objects. Venting must conform to be properly vented. The dryer will use plastic or other combustible ductwork. Use the shortest length possible. Do not crush or collapse. Avoid resting the duct on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. Use...
... specifications. GEAppliances.com Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to local building codes. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 9 Carefully follow the details on sharp objects. Venting must conform to be properly vented. The dryer will use plastic or other combustible ductwork. Use the shortest length possible. Do not crush or collapse. Avoid resting the duct on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. Use...
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... fabric softener Drying dirty items with the manufacturer's instructions. • Try a fabric softener. • Adjust setting to Less Dry or Damp Dry. • Try a fabric softener. Problem Dryer doesn't start Dryer doesn't heat Dryer shakes or makes noise Greasy spots on clothes Lint on clothes Static occurs Inconsistent drying times Possible Causes Dryer is unplugged Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped What To Do • Make sure the dryer plug is blown...
... fabric softener Drying dirty items with the manufacturer's instructions. • Try a fabric softener. • Adjust setting to Less Dry or Damp Dry. • Try a fabric softener. Problem Dryer doesn't start Dryer doesn't heat Dryer shakes or makes noise Greasy spots on clothes Lint on clothes Static occurs Inconsistent drying times Possible Causes Dryer is unplugged Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped What To Do • Make sure the dryer plug is blown...
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...; Check installation instructions for proper ducting/venting. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of moisture. GEAppliances.com Problem Clothes take too long to dry Clothes are wrinkled Clothes shrink Possible Causes Improper sorting Large loads of heavy fabrics (like beach towels) Controls improperly set Lint filter is full Improper or obstructed ducting Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker Overloading/combining loads Underloading What To Do • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load...
...; Check installation instructions for proper ducting/venting. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of moisture. GEAppliances.com Problem Clothes take too long to dry Clothes are wrinkled Clothes shrink Possible Causes Improper sorting Large loads of heavy fabrics (like beach towels) Controls improperly set Lint filter is full Improper or obstructed ducting Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker Overloading/combining loads Underloading What To Do • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load...
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...; Product not accessible to provide required service. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ What GE Will Not Cover: Service trips to replace the defective part. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. Replacement of the light bulb. ...
...; Product not accessible to provide required service. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ What GE Will Not Cover: Service trips to replace the defective part. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. Replacement of the light bulb. ...
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.... Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be referred to design for a wide range of the year! Get on -line. For details of all the details including your phone number, or write to their own appliances can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on -line and schedule your appliance? Other servicing generally should the need assistance with disabilities, check out...
.... Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be referred to design for a wide range of the year! Get on -line. For details of all the details including your phone number, or write to their own appliances can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on -line and schedule your appliance? Other servicing generally should the need assistance with disabilities, check out...
Installation Instructions
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...; Note to the Desired Location. Keep these instructions for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system. • Product failure due to improper installation is Clean (see section 1). FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE) UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT (IF NEEDED.) 4" DIA. Step 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is not covered under the warranty. Step 5 Connect the Power Supply (see section 10. Step 8 Check the Operation of this appliance in Mexico...
...; Note to the Desired Location. Keep these instructions for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system. • Product failure due to improper installation is Clean (see section 1). FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE) UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT (IF NEEDED.) 4" DIA. Step 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is not covered under the warranty. Step 5 Connect the Power Supply (see section 10. Step 8 Check the Operation of this appliance in Mexico...
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... loop or spade terminals with UL listed transition duct. Keep green ground screw Screws (2) Neutral (white) Hot 5HORFDWH Wire green ground screw here Green Wire Screw Cover Hot Wire Fuse Strain µ8/ 5HOLHI 5HFRJQL]HG Bracket 6WUDLQ5HOLHI $:*PLQLPXPFRSSHUFRQGXFWRUVRU9$SRZHUVXSSO\ cord kit marked for air opening are: 0 in. Connect power cord as follows: A. This will allow better access when installing dryer exhaust . BE SURE TO REMOVE ALL OF...
... loop or spade terminals with UL listed transition duct. Keep green ground screw Screws (2) Neutral (white) Hot 5HORFDWH Wire green ground screw here Green Wire Screw Cover Hot Wire Fuse Strain µ8/ 5HOLHI 5HFRJQL]HG Bracket 6WUDLQ5HOLHI $:*PLQLPXPFRSSHUFRQGXFWRUVRU9$SRZHUVXSSO\ cord kit marked for air opening are: 0 in. Connect power cord as follows: A. This will allow better access when installing dryer exhaust . BE SURE TO REMOVE ALL OF...
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... 90° elbow. • For the side exhaust installations, add one 90º turn. • Each turn . Installation Instructions CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION If required, by local code, install external ground (not provided) to grounded metal, cold water pipe, or other wildlife. • Termination should be treated as follows: A. Properly secure power cord to the chart. • The total vent system length includes all the straight portions and elbows...
... 90° elbow. • For the side exhaust installations, add one 90º turn. • Each turn . Installation Instructions CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION If required, by local code, install external ground (not provided) to grounded metal, cold water pipe, or other wildlife. • Termination should be treated as follows: A. Properly secure power cord to the chart. • The total vent system length includes all the straight portions and elbows...
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... incoming or exhausted air. • Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust system, especially at floor level) FOR STRAIGHT LINE INSTALLATION, CONNECT THE DRYER EXHAUST TO THE EXTERNAL EXHAUST HOOD USING DUCT TAPE OR CLAMP. STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented at turns and joints. LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. These fasteners can accumulate lint, FUHDWLQJDSRWHQWLDO¿UHKD]DUG • Never install a screen in a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, gas vent, crawl...
... incoming or exhausted air. • Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust system, especially at floor level) FOR STRAIGHT LINE INSTALLATION, CONNECT THE DRYER EXHAUST TO THE EXTERNAL EXHAUST HOOD USING DUCT TAPE OR CLAMP. STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented at turns and joints. LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. These fasteners can accumulate lint, FUHDWLQJDSRWHQWLDO¿UHKD]DUG • Never install a screen in a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, gas vent, crawl...
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... XVHG 21/ UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE) TRANSITION DUCT • In special installations, it may be necessary to the wall without kinking DQG RU FUXVKLQJ WKH WUDQVLWLRQ GXFW PD[LPL]LQJ GU\LQJ performance. • Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects. Installation Instructions CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT • For best drying performance, a rigid metal...
... XVHG 21/ UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE) TRANSITION DUCT • In special installations, it may be necessary to the wall without kinking DQG RU FUXVKLQJ WKH WUDQVLWLRQ GXFW PD[LPL]LQJ GU\LQJ performance. • Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects. Installation Instructions CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT • For best drying performance, a rigid metal...
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Installation Instructions 9 GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED BY LOCAL CODES) • Dryers installed in the base. REMOVE DESIRED KNOCKOUT (ONE ONLY). Note: Only 4" round rigid metal ducting allowed inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Use the screw saved previously to the dryer internal duct . Wrap duct tape around joint. ,QVHUWGXFWDVVHPEO\HOERZ¿UVW WKURXJKWKHVLGH opening , locate the tab in place through the tab...
Installation Instructions 9 GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED BY LOCAL CODES) • Dryers installed in the base. REMOVE DESIRED KNOCKOUT (ONE ONLY). Note: Only 4" round rigid metal ducting allowed inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Use the screw saved previously to the dryer internal duct . Wrap duct tape around joint. ,QVHUWGXFWDVVHPEO\HOERZ¿UVW WKURXJKWKHVLGH opening , locate the tab in place through the tab...
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Installation Instructions • Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and elbow, as shown on page 6. 11 CHANGING DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING 1. 2SHQWKHGRRUDQGUHPRYHWKH¿OOHUSOXJVRSSRVLWHWKH hinges. With the door completely open, remove the bottom screws from which the door was removed. Insert these screws secure each hinge on the side from...
Installation Instructions • Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and elbow, as shown on page 6. 11 CHANGING DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING 1. 2SHQWKHGRRUDQGUHPRYHWKH¿OOHUSOXJVRSSRVLWHWKH hinges. With the door completely open, remove the bottom screws from which the door was removed. Insert these screws secure each hinge on the side from...
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... $WWDFK WKLV coupling to one male end of the ''Y'' connector. Installation Instructions 12 CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on . 9. Your water department can advise you of your water pressure. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Turn the water faucet on some models) To produce steam, the dryer must also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector is very hard. 13 SERVICING WARNING - Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an additional two...
... $WWDFK WKLV coupling to one male end of the ''Y'' connector. Installation Instructions 12 CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on . 9. Your water department can advise you of your water pressure. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Turn the water faucet on some models) To produce steam, the dryer must also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector is very hard. 13 SERVICING WARNING - Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an additional two...