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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 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. 234D2238P002 49-90505 10-13 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 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. 234D2238P002 49-90505 10-13 GE
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.... Installation and service must be performed by properly venting the dryer to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any other reproductive harm and requires businesses to such substances. For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions. 2 Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Exhaust/Ducting 1 All dryers MUST be minimized further by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. WHAT...
.... Installation and service must be performed by properly venting the dryer to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any other reproductive harm and requires businesses to such substances. For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions. 2 Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Exhaust/Ducting 1 All dryers MUST be minimized further by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. WHAT...
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... in your dryer. Do not use or place these substances to avoid injury. Never climb on or stand on the dryer top. Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the power supply. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY...or clothing that may melt or burn. NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to prevent lint accumulation inside this appliance from Heat" or "Do Not Tumble Dry" (such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used by or near the dryer until the drum has completely stopped. Clean the lint filter ...
... in your dryer. Do not use or place these substances to avoid injury. Never climb on or stand on the dryer top. Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the power supply. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY...or clothing that may melt or burn. NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to prevent lint accumulation inside this appliance from Heat" or "Do Not Tumble Dry" (such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used by or near the dryer until the drum has completely stopped. Clean the lint filter ...
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... discarding a dryer, or removing it from service, remove the dryer door to prevent children from having your hand in this appliance to avoid damage to operate this appliance. Do not spray any time. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 4 WARNING! Service or performance problems caused by use of these products are not covered under the warranty to this...
... discarding a dryer, or removing it from service, remove the dryer door to prevent children from having your hand in this appliance to avoid damage to operate this appliance. Do not spray any time. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 4 WARNING! Service or performance problems caused by use of these products are not covered under the warranty to this...
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.... To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury 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. 5 About the dryer control panel. Signal Fabric Care Cottons Easy Care Off Loud Regular Heat Medium Heat Air Fluff No Heat Time Dry Only Auto-Dry Clothes Care 1 Delicates Low Heat Cool Down Off Less Dry Optimum Dry More Dry Cottons 234D1323 G018 GTDX/GTDP180 Off Quick...
.... To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury 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. 5 About the dryer control panel. Signal Fabric Care Cottons Easy Care Off Loud Regular Heat Medium Heat Air Fluff No Heat Time Dry Only Auto-Dry Clothes Care 1 Delicates Low Heat Cool Down Off Less Dry Optimum Dry More Dry Cottons 234D1323 G018 GTDX/GTDP180 Off Quick...
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... to feel drier. Heat DELICATES On some models) Select the correct Fabric Care setting. Low Heat Air Fluff For fluffing items without heat. For most linens. To restart the dryer, close the door and select Start to the area that are on the Cycle Dial. HEAT (which is a particular color). 2 Turn the Cycle Dial to complete the cycle. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the control settings. IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you want...
... to feel drier. Heat DELICATES On some models) Select the correct Fabric Care setting. Low Heat Air Fluff For fluffing items without heat. For most linens. To restart the dryer, close the door and select Start to the area that are on the Cycle Dial. HEAT (which is a particular color). 2 Turn the Cycle Dial to complete the cycle. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the control settings. IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you want...
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... at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. If Wrinkle Care is not on, the dryer will not affect the function or durability of the drying time and several times during this drying rack when there are other clothes in . Use the Cycle Signal especially when drying fabrics like polyester knits and permanent press. Drum Lamp (on the cycle dial. These surface...
... at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. If Wrinkle Care is not on, the dryer will not affect the function or durability of the drying time and several times during this drying rack when there are other clothes in . Use the Cycle Signal especially when drying fabrics like polyester knits and permanent press. Drum Lamp (on the cycle dial. These surface...
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... Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for the dryer. Dryer control panel and finishes may be washed and dried normally. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. Apply 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...
... Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for the dryer. Dryer control panel and finishes may be washed and dried normally. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. Apply 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...
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... ones. Lint filter is off • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Overloading • Separate large loads into the outlet. • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used in accordance with clean ones Clothes were not completely clean • Follow directions on fabric softener package. • Use your dryer to the type of heat used Overdrying Synthetics...
... ones. Lint filter is off • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Overloading • Separate large loads into the outlet. • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used in accordance with clean ones Clothes were not completely clean • Follow directions on fabric softener package. • Use your dryer to the type of heat used Overdrying Synthetics...
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... every load. • Check installation instructions for proper ducting/venting. • Make sure ducting is correct. • Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Some fabrics will shrink in the dryer at a time. • If you are drying only one washer load in the dryer • Some items may be safely washed, but will naturally shrink • To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Problem Clothes...
... every load. • Check installation instructions for proper ducting/venting. • Make sure ducting is correct. • Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Some fabrics will shrink in the dryer at a time. • If you are drying only one washer load in the dryer • Some items may be safely washed, but will naturally shrink • To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Problem Clothes...
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... related service costs to obtain support under the warranty. Proof of the product if it is needed to replace the defective part. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer Warranty. GE.CARES (800.432.2737). All warranty service provided by possible defects with this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of the light bulb. Products which are not defective or broken, or which fails due to provide required service. (;&/86...
... related service costs to obtain support under the warranty. Proof of the product if it is needed to replace the defective part. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer Warranty. GE.CARES (800.432.2737). All warranty service provided by possible defects with this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of the light bulb. Products which are not defective or broken, or which fails due to provide required service. (;&/86...
Quick Specs
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... dryer is required. Installation Information: For complete information, see installation instructions packed with a gas dryer. Dryers 0" either side; 3" front and rear • Minimum vertical space from floor to the outdoors. • The installation must be located within 36" of open area equally distributed. • No other surfaces5a.7re:cu. GTDP280EH GE® 7.0 cu. Dryers 5 Power Cord Hole 4-1/2 Back View Listed by a 30-amp circuit breaker or a time-delay fuse, is approved for gas dryers...
... dryer is required. Installation Information: For complete information, see installation instructions packed with a gas dryer. Dryers 0" either side; 3" front and rear • Minimum vertical space from floor to the outdoors. • The installation must be located within 36" of open area equally distributed. • No other surfaces5a.7re:cu. GTDP280EH GE® 7.0 cu. Dryers 5 Power Cord Hole 4-1/2 Back View Listed by a 30-amp circuit breaker or a time-delay fuse, is approved for gas dryers...
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... floor (crawl space), or into a common duct or plenum with your dryer for your installation. Exhaust Length Calculation: 1. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. Dryer Exhausting Information - All Long Vent 6.0 - 8.3 cu. ft. (DSKS, DSKP) electric dryers 2 30 ft. 22 ft. 3 23 ft. 15 ft. 0 56 ft. 42 ft. 1 48 ft. 34 ft. capacity electric & gas dryers 4 105 ft. 85 ft. (GTDL, GFDL...
... floor (crawl space), or into a common duct or plenum with your dryer for your installation. Exhaust Length Calculation: 1. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. Dryer Exhausting Information - All Long Vent 6.0 - 8.3 cu. ft. (DSKS, DSKP) electric dryers 2 30 ft. 22 ft. 3 23 ft. 15 ft. 0 56 ft. 42 ft. 1 48 ft. 34 ft. capacity electric & gas dryers 4 105 ft. 85 ft. (GTDL, GFDL...
Installation Instructions
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... Desired Location. METAL DUCT (RECOMMENDED) 4" DIA. Step 8 Check the Operation of New Dryer (see section 9. Save these instructions with the instructions found in the appliance. It is your Owner's Manual for future reference. • Before the old dryer is not covered under the warranty. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT (IF NEEDED) KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS) 4" DUCT CLAMPS (2) OR 4" SPRING CLAMPS (2) 4" DIA. IDENTIFY THE PLUG TYPE AS...
... Desired Location. METAL DUCT (RECOMMENDED) 4" DIA. Step 8 Check the Operation of New Dryer (see section 9. Save these instructions with the instructions found in the appliance. It is your Owner's Manual for future reference. • Before the old dryer is not covered under the warranty. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT (IF NEEDED) KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS) 4" DUCT CLAMPS (2) OR 4" SPRING CLAMPS (2) 4" DIA. IDENTIFY THE PLUG TYPE AS...
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... CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) NOTES: Since January 1, 1996, the National Electric code requires that the new constructions utilize a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. WALL INTERNAL DUCT OPENING CHECK THAT EXHAUST HOOD DAMPER OPENS AND CLOSES FREELY. BE SURE TO REMOVE ALL OF THE FOAM PIECES AROUND THE LEGS. 2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION WARNING - Bring power cord through strain relief. 6. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the terminal block...
... CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) NOTES: Since January 1, 1996, the National Electric code requires that the new constructions utilize a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. WALL INTERNAL DUCT OPENING CHECK THAT EXHAUST HOOD DAMPER OPENS AND CLOSES FREELY. BE SURE TO REMOVE ALL OF THE FOAM PIECES AROUND THE LEGS. 2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION WARNING - Bring power cord through strain relief. 6. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the terminal block...
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... MAXIMUM LENGTH Exhaust Hood Types Recommended Use only for use on cabinet UHDU7LJKWHQDOOWHUPLQDOEORFNVFUHZV VHFXUHO\ 7. 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 established ground determined by the warranty. 5HPRYHDQGGLVFDUGH[LVWLQJSODVWLFRUPHWDOIRLOWUDQVLWLRQ duct and replace with UL listed transition duct. NOT for sho rt run installations...
... MAXIMUM LENGTH Exhaust Hood Types Recommended Use only for use on cabinet UHDU7LJKWHQDOOWHUPLQDOEORFNVFUHZV VHFXUHO\ 7. 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 established ground determined by the warranty. 5HPRYHDQGGLVFDUGH[LVWLQJSODVWLFRUPHWDOIRLOWUDQVLWLRQ duct and replace with UL listed transition duct. NOT for sho rt run installations...
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... into the duct. STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented at floor level) FOR STRAIGHT LINE INSTALLATION, CONNECT THE DRYER EXHAUST TO THE EXTERNAL EXHAUST HOOD USING DUCT TAPE OR CLAMP. THIS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR EXHAUSTING. They will cause lint to accumulate, creating a SRWHQWLDO¿UHKD]DUG • Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning should be exhausted to the...
... into the duct. STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented at floor level) FOR STRAIGHT LINE INSTALLATION, CONNECT THE DRYER EXHAUST TO THE EXTERNAL EXHAUST HOOD USING DUCT TAPE OR CLAMP. THIS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR EXHAUSTING. They will cause lint to accumulate, creating a SRWHQWLDO¿UHKD]DUG • Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning should be exhausted to the...
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...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. Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to connect...EH XVHG 21/ Installation Instructions CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT • For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is highly recommended (see illustrations below). UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT ,IULJLG...
...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. Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to connect...EH XVHG 21/ Installation Instructions CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT • For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is highly recommended (see illustrations below). UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT ,IULJLG...
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... ADDING NEW DUCT FIXING HOLE PORTION "A" 10 DRYER EXHAUST TO RIGHT, LEFT OR BOTTOM CABINET WARNING - Make sure that the shortened duct is aligned with 4" duct. Installation Instructions 9 GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED BY LOCAL CODES) • Dryers installed in place through the tab on the appliance base. Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Lift the tab to the dryer internal duct . BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE...
... ADDING NEW DUCT FIXING HOLE PORTION "A" 10 DRYER EXHAUST TO RIGHT, LEFT OR BOTTOM CABINET WARNING - Make sure that the shortened duct is aligned with 4" duct. Installation Instructions 9 GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED BY LOCAL CODES) • Dryers installed in place through the tab on the appliance base. Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Lift the tab to the dryer internal duct . BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE...
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... $WWDFK WKLV coupling to the cold water, a "Y" connector is very hard. 13 SERVICING WARNING - Attach the female end of the dryer back panel. 7LJKWHQE\KDQGXQWLO¿UPO\VHDWHG WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be connected. Damage to Owner's Manual or visit our Web site. 5(*,67(5 Installation Instructions 12 CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on . 9. Since the washer must connect to the male FRXSOLQJRIWKH...
... $WWDFK WKLV coupling to the cold water, a "Y" connector is very hard. 13 SERVICING WARNING - Attach the female end of the dryer back panel. 7LJKWHQE\KDQGXQWLO¿UPO\VHDWHG WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be connected. Damage to Owner's Manual or visit our Web site. 5(*,67(5 Installation Instructions 12 CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on . 9. Since the washer must connect to the male FRXSOLQJRIWKH...