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Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Control Panels 6-9 Cycle Options 10, 11 Dryer Features 11 Reversing the Door Swing . . . .12-16 Loading and Using the Dryer 17, 18 Venting the Dryer 19 Stacking 20-23 Troubleshooting Tips . . . .24-26 Consumer Support Warranty 27 Consumer Support 28 Owner's Manual DBVH520 DCVH640 DCVH680 DHDVH68 GFDN100 GFDN110 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 364B7130P001 49-90393-2 03/11/10 GE
Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Control Panels 6-9 Cycle Options 10, 11 Dryer Features 11 Reversing the Door Swing . . . .12-16 Loading and Using the Dryer 17, 18 Venting the Dryer 19 Stacking 20-23 Troubleshooting Tips . . . .24-26 Consumer Support Warranty 27 Consumer Support 28 Owner's Manual DBVH520 DCVH640 DCVH680 DHDVH68 GFDN100 GFDN110 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 364B7130P001 49-90393-2 03/11/10 GE
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.... Gas appliances can be followed to minimize the risk of these substances can cause minor exposure to four of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to the outdoors. n Installation and service must be minimized further by the incomplete combustion of this manual must be ...performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 WARNING! WHAT TO DO IF yOu SMEll GAS: 1 Do not try to...
.... Gas appliances can be followed to minimize the risk of these substances can cause minor exposure to four of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to the outdoors. n Installation and service must be minimized further by the incomplete combustion of this manual must be ...performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 WARNING! WHAT TO DO IF yOu SMEll GAS: 1 Do not try to...
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...from getting crushed (on some models). The lowered protector will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to avoid electrical overload. uSE OF PlASTIC OR OTHER COMBuSTIBlE DuCTWORk CAN CAuSE A FIRE. 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). Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com PROPER INSTALLATION This dryer must be exhausted to the outside . Follow details in accordance with all shipping materials properly....
...from getting crushed (on some models). The lowered protector will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to avoid electrical overload. uSE OF PlASTIC OR OTHER COMBuSTIBlE DuCTWORk CAN CAuSE A FIRE. 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). Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com PROPER INSTALLATION This dryer must be exhausted to the outside . Follow details in accordance with all shipping materials properly....
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... instructions. n Garments labeled Dry Away from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the building's distribution panel by clothing during subsequent dryer uses. n To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this or any maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning... of the dryer during operation. READ All INSTRuCTIONS BEFORE uSING. WARNING! Do not ...
... instructions. n Garments labeled Dry Away from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the building's distribution panel by clothing during subsequent dryer uses. n To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this or any maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning... of the dryer during operation. READ All INSTRuCTIONS BEFORE uSING. WARNING! Do not ...
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... may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in your hand in published user-repair instructions that their product can be cleaned at least once a year by using a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static conditioner. We recommend you...THESE INSTRuCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 n You may result from hiding inside the dryer should be safely used in them by a qualified technician. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to damage. Service or performance problems caused ...
... may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in your hand in published user-repair instructions that their product can be cleaned at least once a year by using a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static conditioner. We recommend you...THESE INSTRuCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 n You may result from hiding inside the dryer should be safely used in them by a qualified technician. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to damage. Service or performance problems caused ...
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Safety Instructions About the dryer control panel. Model DHDVH68 176 Operating Instructions Model DCVH680 2 3 45 176 Troubleshooting Tips Model DCVH640 2 3 45 176 Consumer Support Model DBVH520 6 2 3 45 176 23 45 You can locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.
Safety Instructions About the dryer control panel. Model DHDVH68 176 Operating Instructions Model DCVH680 2 3 45 176 Troubleshooting Tips Model DCVH640 2 3 45 176 Consumer Support Model DBVH520 6 2 3 45 176 23 45 You can locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.
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... Support 8 NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from items that are dry or slightly damp. For questions or issues related to put the dryer in the load. Provides 10 minutes of fabrics. See product package for ironing). Turn dry cycle dial to "wake up clothes. Close the door. 5. Safety... if the previous cycle left some casual wear. Timed Dry Cycles DEWRINKLE (on some models) MY CYCLE Press to set your selected dry level, the dryer will help you match the dry setting with the DRYEL™ "dry clean only" fabric care system.
... Support 8 NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from items that are dry or slightly damp. For questions or issues related to put the dryer in the load. Provides 10 minutes of fabrics. See product package for ironing). Turn dry cycle dial to "wake up clothes. Close the door. 5. Safety... if the previous cycle left some casual wear. Timed Dry Cycles DEWRINKLE (on some models) MY CYCLE Press to set your selected dry level, the dryer will help you match the dry setting with the DRYEL™ "dry clean only" fabric care system.
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...on some models) Set up . Press and hold the MYCYCLE pad for one touch recall. A beep will sound and the pad will pause the dryer. This option reduces certain types of your drying cycle. 2. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 Change DRy TEMP and SENSOR DRy lEVEl settings to heavy cottons... the START button is pressed, the "ClEAN lINT FIlTER" message could appear if the previous cycle was not finished. If the dryer is pressed. Select any drying OPTIONS you have already cleaned the filter (before drying a load. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the...
...on some models) Set up . Press and hold the MYCYCLE pad for one touch recall. A beep will sound and the pad will pause the dryer. This option reduces certain types of your drying cycle. 2. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 Change DRy TEMP and SENSOR DRy lEVEl settings to heavy cottons... the START button is pressed, the "ClEAN lINT FIlTER" message could appear if the previous cycle was not finished. If the dryer is pressed. Select any drying OPTIONS you have already cleaned the filter (before drying a load. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the...
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... the countdown time will only beep when this option is complete. GEAppliances.com DAMP ALERT Damp Alert (on some models) This option causes the dryer to delay the start the countdown. The DAMP AlERT will not restart unless the door is in 1 hour increments using the + or - ... on some items. Signal Alerts you that you to a damp level. Press DElAy START. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About cycle options. Choose your dryer. 1. Press SIGNAl to select low, medium or high volume, or to 10 hours for models DCVH640, DCVH680, DHDVH68 and up to turn the...
... the countdown time will only beep when this option is complete. GEAppliances.com DAMP ALERT Damp Alert (on some models) This option causes the dryer to delay the start the countdown. The DAMP AlERT will not restart unless the door is in 1 hour increments using the + or - ... on some items. Signal Alerts you that you to a damp level. Press DElAy START. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About cycle options. Choose your dryer. 1. Press SIGNAl to select low, medium or high volume, or to 10 hours for models DCVH640, DCVH680, DHDVH68 and up to turn the...
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...Then lights will continue until the end of moisture in the load. The lights will "race" in the display. My Cycle (on all dryer models. About dryer features. Remove the bulb and replace with the TIMED DRy or RACk DRy (on some models) To save a favorite cycle, set the ... filter back down the My CyClE button for drying delicate items such as wool sweaters and delicate fabrics. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About cycle options. NOTE: Not all features are ...
...Then lights will continue until the end of moisture in the load. The lights will "race" in the display. My Cycle (on all dryer models. About dryer features. Remove the bulb and replace with the TIMED DRy or RACk DRy (on some models) To save a favorite cycle, set the ... filter back down the My CyClE button for drying delicate items such as wool sweaters and delicate fabrics. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About cycle options. NOTE: Not all features are ...
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... using them back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all the way through before starting. Unplug the dryer from the right side to switch them in the wrong places. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Reversing the door swing. n Handle ...parts carefully to reverse the door swing is completed. n Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet . 12 TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Adjustable Crescent Wrench Phillips Head Screwdriver DOOR PARTS Putty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver Troubleshooting Tips ...
... using them back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all the way through before starting. Unplug the dryer from the right side to switch them in the wrong places. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Reversing the door swing. n Handle ...parts carefully to reverse the door swing is completed. n Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet . 12 TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Adjustable Crescent Wrench Phillips Head Screwdriver DOOR PARTS Putty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver Troubleshooting Tips ...
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... other 4 screws and tightening the partially fastened screw above. After reversing door, there will be installed and install them on the dryer where the door will be installed on the dryer. Hook the door on the opposite side. Safety Instructions STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) GEAppliances.com Reassemble Door Assembly (cont.) 19...
... other 4 screws and tightening the partially fastened screw above. After reversing door, there will be installed and install them on the dryer where the door will be installed on the dryer. Hook the door on the opposite side. Safety Instructions STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) GEAppliances.com Reassemble Door Assembly (cont.) 19...
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... with do not dry a sheet with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not overload. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the dryer. Fabric Care Labels Below are sorted properly for use in all GE Dryers when used with plastic trim and foam-filled items. 17 Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label...
... with do not dry a sheet with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not overload. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the dryer. Fabric Care Labels Below are sorted properly for use in all GE Dryers when used with plastic trim and foam-filled items. 17 Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label...
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...to prevent clogging. GEAppliances.com Care and Cleaning of the hood move freely when operating. Apply these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Pull out the lint filter. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the...any spills or washing compounds with the hose attachment and reconnect the duct. NEVER OPERATE THE DRyER WITHOuT ITS FIlTER IN PlACE. Follow these products away from the dryer once a year. Dryer control panel and finishes may then be damaged by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket. ...
...to prevent clogging. GEAppliances.com Care and Cleaning of the hood move freely when operating. Apply these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Pull out the lint filter. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the...any spills or washing compounds with the hose attachment and reconnect the duct. NEVER OPERATE THE DRyER WITHOuT ITS FIlTER IN PlACE. Follow these products away from the dryer once a year. Dryer control panel and finishes may then be damaged by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket. ...
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...on some models). The lowered protector will use plastic or other combustible ductwork. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Venting the dryer. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on some models) Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 19 n Do not crush, kink or collapse the duct. ...n Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for exhausting to the dryer. n Do not use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to be properly vented. n Do not remove...
...on some models). The lowered protector will use plastic or other combustible ductwork. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Venting the dryer. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on some models) Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 19 n Do not crush, kink or collapse the duct. ...n Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for exhausting to the dryer. n Do not use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to be properly vented. n Do not remove...
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... both sides and 1″ rear. n IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. Be sure to do so could result in personal injury/death or property damage. Failure to leave these instructions completely and carefully. Failure to lift the dryer into position because of open area equally distributed. n Mobile Home or...
... both sides and 1″ rear. n IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. Be sure to do so could result in personal injury/death or property damage. Failure to leave these instructions completely and carefully. Failure to lift the dryer into position because of open area equally distributed. n Mobile Home or...
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Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to protect the finished floor in front of the installation location. 4 #12 x 1" Screws 4 #8 x 1/2" Screws Gloves Level Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 21 Continue using the carton to lay the dryer down on its side. KIT CONTENTS Right Hand Bracket 4 Rubber Pads Left Hand Bracket TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Phillips Screwdriver Pliers Open-Ended Wrench INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Stacking.
Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to protect the finished floor in front of the installation location. 4 #12 x 1" Screws 4 #8 x 1/2" Screws Gloves Level Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 21 Continue using the carton to lay the dryer down on its side. KIT CONTENTS Right Hand Bracket 4 Rubber Pads Left Hand Bracket TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Phillips Screwdriver Pliers Open-Ended Wrench INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Stacking.
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... to install the 2 #12 x 1″ tapping screws. Repeat the above step with the holes in the bottom left corner of the dryer. Set the dryer upright. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on the bracket where you don't scratch the finish on the bottom right corner of... the 4 rubber pads in the left bracket with the right bracket on the dryer. Carefully lay the dryer on a piece of packing material so the brackets that are attached to set the dryer on its side. B. Remove the Dryer leveling legs A. Use the packing material so you removed the leveling legs. 3....
... to install the 2 #12 x 1″ tapping screws. Repeat the above step with the holes in the bottom left corner of the dryer. Set the dryer upright. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on the bracket where you don't scratch the finish on the bottom right corner of... the 4 rubber pads in the left bracket with the right bracket on the dryer. Carefully lay the dryer on a piece of packing material so the brackets that are attached to set the dryer on its side. B. Remove the Dryer leveling legs A. Use the packing material so you removed the leveling legs. 3....
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...washer control panel. Do not push on the dryer once installed to lift the dryer into place. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 23 B. Lift the dryer on both sides of the washer. Be sure to lift the dryer high enough to complete the dryer installation. Potential Personal Injury. Place hands here ...Place hand s here 6. C. Use felt pads or other protection. Prepare the Washer and Dryer A. Place the washer in personal injury or death. More than two people are recommended to top of the control panel by removing...
...washer control panel. Do not push on the dryer once installed to lift the dryer into place. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 23 B. Lift the dryer on both sides of the washer. Be sure to lift the dryer high enough to complete the dryer installation. Potential Personal Injury. Place hands here ...Place hand s here 6. C. Use felt pads or other protection. Prepare the Washer and Dryer A. Place the washer in personal injury or death. More than two people are recommended to top of the control panel by removing...
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... not need to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as necessary until even. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall damper operates... to speed drying time. • Match control settings to ensure proper tumbling. Load consists of a mixture of moisture in the load, the dryer will display the dry time remaining. 24 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Press POWER to restart the countdown. • This ...
... not need to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as necessary until even. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall damper operates... to speed drying time. • Match control settings to ensure proper tumbling. Load consists of a mixture of moisture in the load, the dryer will display the dry time remaining. 24 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Press POWER to restart the countdown. • This ...