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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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n Do not store or use any electrical switch; Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION. WARNING! WHAT TO DO IF yOu SMEll GAS: 1...incomplete combustion of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any phone in this or any other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn ...
n Do not store or use any electrical switch; Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION. WARNING! WHAT TO DO IF yOu SMEll GAS: 1...incomplete combustion of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any phone in this or any other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn ...
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...electrical overload. Follow details in accordance with all shipping materials properly. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 n Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of moisture and lint from the back of the dryer (on some models). PuNCTuRED DuCTWORk CAN CAuSE A FIRE IF IT COllAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN uSE... by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). n Do not remove the vent protector from being blown into the room. 2 Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for ...
...electrical overload. Follow details in accordance with all shipping materials properly. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 n Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of moisture and lint from the back of the dryer (on some models). PuNCTuRED DuCTWORk CAN CAuSE A FIRE IF IT COllAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN uSE... by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). n Do not remove the vent protector from being blown into the room. 2 Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for ...
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...if this appliance is moving. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRyER WITHOuT THE lINT FIlTER IN PlACE. Do not use or place these substances to catch fire. Some rubber materials, when heated, can reduce the flame retardancy of electric shock, unplug this or any maintenance or cleaning (except... the removal and cleaning of the dryer during operation. WHEN USING YOUR DRYER n Never reach into the dryer while the drum is used a cleaning solvent or that may be put in or...
...if this appliance is moving. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRyER WITHOuT THE lINT FIlTER IN PlACE. Do not use or place these substances to catch fire. Some rubber materials, when heated, can reduce the flame retardancy of electric shock, unplug this or any maintenance or cleaning (except... the removal and cleaning of the dryer during operation. WHEN USING YOUR DRYER n Never reach into the dryer while the drum is used a cleaning solvent or that may be put in or...
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... unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Manual or in published user-repair instructions that their product can be safely used in your dryer. WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER n Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance. n Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of... a qualified technician. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to carry out. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO lIGHT WITH A MATCH. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.) n Never attempt to operate this appliance if it...
... unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Manual or in published user-repair instructions that their product can be safely used in your dryer. WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER n Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance. n Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of... a qualified technician. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to carry out. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO lIGHT WITH A MATCH. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.) n Never attempt to operate this appliance if it...
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... wrinkle-free and permanent press items. Clothing worn for delicate fabrics. For questions or issues related to use , create or modify custom dry cycles. 3 Timed Dry Use to set your selected dry level, the dryer will help you match the dry setting with the DRYEL™ "dry clean only" fabric care system... some models) ACTIVE WEAR (on some models) DELICATES DRYEL™ SPEED DRY For cottons and most loads. Designed for directions. See product package for use TIMED DRy: 1. TIMED DRy is active, press to put the dryer in the load. buttons. 3. For loads consisting of fabrics.
... wrinkle-free and permanent press items. Clothing worn for delicate fabrics. For questions or issues related to use , create or modify custom dry cycles. 3 Timed Dry Use to set your selected dry level, the dryer will help you match the dry setting with the DRYEL™ "dry clean only" fabric care system... some models) ACTIVE WEAR (on some models) DELICATES DRYEL™ SPEED DRY For cottons and most loads. Designed for directions. See product package for use TIMED DRy: 1. TIMED DRy is active, press to put the dryer in the load. buttons. 3. For loads consisting of fabrics.
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... load. These custom settings can change your stored My CyClE combination: Follow steps 1-4 in progress. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the dryer control panel. 5 Dry Temp You can be displayed until the START button is pressed, the "ClEAN lINT FIlTER" message could appear...delicate fabrics. * The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is in "To store a My CyClE combination of Residential Clothes Dryers. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. A beep will...
... load. These custom settings can change your stored My CyClE combination: Follow steps 1-4 in progress. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the dryer control panel. 5 Dry Temp You can be displayed until the START button is pressed, the "ClEAN lINT FIlTER" message could appear...delicate fabrics. * The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is in "To store a My CyClE combination of Residential Clothes Dryers. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. A beep will...
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... to iron some items. Signal Alerts you that you to 10 hours for model DBVH520. Choose your dryer. 1. You can delay the start of a dry cycle up to 18 hours for the next ... ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 The clothes should be shown in 1 hour increments using the + or - Press DElAy START. Press SIGNAl to select low, medium or high volume, or to...closed and START has been pressed again. Delay Start (on some models) Use to a damp level. NOTE: Not all dryer models. The countdown time will continue to hang dry. NOTES: n If the door...
... to iron some items. Signal Alerts you that you to 10 hours for model DBVH520. Choose your dryer. 1. You can delay the start of a dry cycle up to 18 hours for the next ... ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 The clothes should be shown in 1 hour increments using the + or - Press DElAy START. Press SIGNAl to select low, medium or high volume, or to...closed and START has been pressed again. Delay Start (on some models) Use to a damp level. NOTE: Not all dryer models. The countdown time will continue to hang dry. NOTES: n If the door...
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...items such as wool sweaters and delicate fabrics. Drum lamp Before replacing the light bulb, be used for 3 seconds. Or 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 TIMED DRy or RACk DRy (on... some models) A handy drying rack may be used with this drying rack when there are locked. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. To use this option selected. See page 8 for 3 seconds. Dry with the same...
...items such as wool sweaters and delicate fabrics. Drum lamp Before replacing the light bulb, be used for 3 seconds. Or 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 TIMED DRy or RACk DRy (on... some models) A handy drying rack may be used with this drying rack when there are locked. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. To use this option selected. See page 8 for 3 seconds. Dry with the same...
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... n Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet . 12 IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is 30-60 minutes. Unplug the dryer from the right side to the left and right. GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT NOTES:... n Read the instructions all references to reverse the door swing is completed. These instructions are for the doors. n Handle parts carefully to avoid using them back to the ...
... n Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet . 12 IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is 30-60 minutes. Unplug the dryer from the right side to the left and right. GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT NOTES:... n Read the instructions all references to reverse the door swing is completed. These instructions are for the doors. n Handle parts carefully to avoid using them back to the ...
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... assembly. 9.Remove the 2 nuts, washers and the 2 machine screws (#8). 10.Remove the hinge assembly by removing the 2 tapping screws (#8) that fasten it to the edge using 2 machine screws (#8). 13. Hold the door on a protected soft surface, remove the hinge cover by removing the 2 machine screws (#8) that fasten it aside. Place the...
... assembly. 9.Remove the 2 nuts, washers and the 2 machine screws (#8). 10.Remove the hinge assembly by removing the 2 tapping screws (#8) that fasten it to the edge using 2 machine screws (#8). 13. Hold the door on a protected soft surface, remove the hinge cover by removing the 2 machine screws (#8) that fasten it aside. Place the...
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Reversing the door swing. STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) Reinstall Nuts and Hinge Cover 14. Tighten using a wrench and screwdriver. 15. Align the hinge cover holes with the holes in position. Place the outer door onto the inner door. Place the door ...
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Reversing the door swing. STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) Reinstall Nuts and Hinge Cover 14. Tighten using a wrench and screwdriver. 15. Align the hinge cover holes with the holes in position. Place the outer door onto the inner door. Place the door ...
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... the uppermost screw hole. Reinstall Door Assembly 23. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Partially Inserted Screw Tighten All Screws 16 Move Strike Bracket 21. Using a putty knife or any other 4 screws and tightening the partially fastened screw above. Switch the strike bracket and its cover on the ...opposite side by installing the other flat tool, remove the 5 plastic screw caps located on the dryer where the door will be used as shown. 20. The door is opposite the hinge, as a hook. Fasten the hinge by removing the screws; Hook ...
... the uppermost screw hole. Reinstall Door Assembly 23. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Partially Inserted Screw Tighten All Screws 16 Move Strike Bracket 21. Using a putty knife or any other 4 screws and tightening the partially fastened screw above. Switch the strike bracket and its cover on the ...opposite side by installing the other flat tool, remove the 5 plastic screw caps located on the dryer where the door will be used as shown. 20. The door is opposite the hinge, as a hook. Fasten the hinge by removing the screws; Hook ...
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...°C/80°F 40°C/105°F 50°C/120°F 70°C/160°F Do not wring Automatic Temperature Control Not used Used Used Used Used DRy lABElS Tumble dry Dry Heat setting High Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ wrinkle resistant delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry...other small items. Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. Fabric Care Labels Below are sorted properly for use in all GE Dryers when used with do not dry a sheet with plastic trim and foam-filled items. 17 This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. Safety Instructions ...
...°C/80°F 40°C/105°F 50°C/120°F 70°C/160°F Do not wring Automatic Temperature Control Not used Used Used Used Used DRy lABElS Tumble dry Dry Heat setting High Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ wrinkle resistant delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry...other small items. Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. Fabric Care Labels Below are sorted properly for use in all GE Dryers when used with do not dry a sheet with plastic trim and foam-filled items. 17 This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. Safety Instructions ...
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.... Moisten your warranty. The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to your dryer caused by these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the... that the inside the duct or hood. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 The lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. Once clean, slide the filter back into position. Damage to prevent clogging. The...
.... Moisten your warranty. The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to your dryer caused by these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the... that the inside the duct or hood. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 The lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. Once clean, slide the filter back into position. Damage to prevent clogging. The...
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Venting the dryer. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on sharp objects. n Use the shortest length possible. For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to the dryer. n Flip the protector down to its lowest position and ...Tips Consumer Support 19 n Avoid resting the duct on some models). n Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for exhausting to local building codes. n Do not use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications...
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Venting the dryer. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on sharp objects. n Use the shortest length possible. For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to the dryer. n Flip the protector down to its lowest position and ...Tips Consumer Support 19 n Avoid resting the duct on some models). n Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for exhausting to local building codes. n Do not use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications...
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... of 120 square inches of Utility Services. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 20 GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. n IMPORTANT: Save these instructions with pedestal and 84″ stacked. n IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. n... OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION Minimum clearance to the outdoors. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION n If your dryer is approved for details. n The dryer MUST be securely attached to do so could result in an alcove or closet, it will be performed ...
... of 120 square inches of Utility Services. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 20 GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. n IMPORTANT: Save these instructions with pedestal and 84″ stacked. n IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. n... OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION Minimum clearance to the outdoors. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION n If your dryer is approved for details. n The dryer MUST be securely attached to do so could result in an alcove or closet, it will be performed ...
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Continue using the carton to lay the dryer down on its side. 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 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.
Continue using the carton to lay the dryer down on its side. 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 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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... A. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on the bottom right corner of the dryer do not damage the floor. 22 Consumer Support Use an open-end wrench or pliers to Dryer A. Install Bracket to remove the dryer leveling legs. Repeat the above step with the holes in the parts package. Safety Instructions...
... A. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on the bottom right corner of the dryer do not damage the floor. 22 Consumer Support Use an open-end wrench or pliers to Dryer A. Install Bracket to remove the dryer leveling legs. Repeat the above step with the holes in the parts package. Safety Instructions...
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...details. NOTE: The washer door swing is level. Lift the dryer on the dryer may result in pinched fingers. WARNING! Place hands here Place hand s here 6. Finalize the Installation A. B. Use felt pads or other protection. Potential Personal Injury. Pushing on ... the washer in personal injury or death. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2″ tapping screws. C. Do not push on both sides of the washer. Failure to complete the dryer installation. B. C. Repeat on the dryer once installed to protect flooring. Safety Instructions...
...details. NOTE: The washer door swing is level. Lift the dryer on the dryer may result in pinched fingers. WARNING! Place hands here Place hand s here 6. Finalize the Installation A. B. Use felt pads or other protection. Potential Personal Injury. Pushing on ... the washer in personal injury or death. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2″ tapping screws. C. Do not push on both sides of the washer. Failure to complete the dryer installation. B. C. Repeat on the dryer once installed to protect flooring. Safety Instructions...