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Question posted by sparekitty on November 21st, 2015

The Control Panel For Our Ge Gfds170 Electric Dryer Flashes

The entire control panel for our GE GFDS electric dryer is flashing and we are unable to reset it. Any suggestions?

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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on November 21st, 2015 11:30 PM

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Hi. Have a look at the troubleshooting guide on pages 17-20 of the Use & Care Manual here https://www.helpowl.com/manuals/GE/GFDS170GHWW/228053 for a possible account your flashing lights fault code

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Use and Care Manual - Page 1

... GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 4-7 Quick Start 5 Using the Dryer 8 Care and Cleaning 9 Installation Instructions Reversing the Door Swing 10-13 Stacking the Washer/Dryer . . . . .14-16 Troubleshooting Tips 17-20 Consumer Support Consumer Support 22 Warranty 21 Owner's Manual GFDS175 GFDS170 Printed in Mexico Write the model and serial numbers...

Use and Care Manual - Page 2

...132; DO NOT place items exposed to play on or near children. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could ignite or explode. „ DO NOT allow children to cooking oils in death...dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Do not use heat to the weather. „ DO NOT tamper with controls, repair or replace any servicing unless specifically recommended ...

Use and Care Manual - Page 3

... cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of any electrical switch; WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • DO NOT try to cause... formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to prevent damage, personal injury, or death. - GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or...

Use and Care Manual - Page 4

... of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from dryer. Items containing...4 Do not dry anything flammable on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle. About the dryer control panel. Throughout this appliance. To reduce the risk of oil on it (even after washing). Fire Hazard No...

Use and Care Manual - Page 5

...2 Dry Cycles The dry cycle controls the length and tumble speed of the Power button will "wake up" the display. 2 Select a dry cycle. (Defaults are needed in dryer for an extended time. Normal/... are set your own dry time. To use: 1. Press Start/Pause. 5 The chart below will reset the counter to "wake up clothes. Select the Temp. 4. Note: This button only increases the time...

Use and Care Manual - Page 6

Control settings. 3 Add Time Press to add time to the Steam Dewrinkle, Warm Up, Air Fluff or Time Dry cycles... off or if the door is the preferred cycle for 30 minutes. Dewrinkle cycles. This is not opened, the dryer will pause the dryer. If the dryer is Certified by 99.9%, including: Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae*. At the end of 30 minutes, ...

Use and Care Manual - Page 7

... after clothes are "0:00". The indicator light above the button will not restart unless the door is selected, and the dryer will continue to sound every minute for 3 seconds. 13 Lock Control You can still be cleaned after every drying cycle have dried to indicate the lock/unlock status. GEAppliances.com 9 Delay...

Use and Care Manual - Page 9

Dryer control panel and finishes may then be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at least once a year to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE dryer. Damage to your warranty. Pull out the lint filter. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from your fingers and remove the captured lint...

Use and Care Manual - Page 10

...; Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors. • Normal completion time to the left and right. Hinge Screws BEFORE YOU START Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet. 8 - Machine Screws 4 - TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ˆPhillips-head screwdriver ˆPutty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver DOOR PARTS Outer Ring Inner Door...

Use and Care Manual - Page 14

... adjacent walls or other surfaces is the responsibility of Utility Services. GE STACK KIT: Order on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be given to the washer. Installation Instructions STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions with the...

Use and Care Manual - Page 16

... to complete the washer installation. More than two people are attached to do not damage the floor. 5 INSTALL DRYER AND BRACKET ON WASHER (cont.) B. Refer to the dryer Installation Instructions to clear the washer control panel. C. Place the washer in the approximate location. Refer to the washer Installation Instructions to protect flooring. Use felt...

Use and Care Manual - Page 17

... fuses or reset circuit breakers. Before you call for service. You may be sitting unevenly What To Do • Move dryer to activate the control panel. • Make sure the dryer plug is ... normal. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of moisture in service mode Controls accidentally put more...

Use and Care Manual - Page 18

... already dry except for service... Load was then removed from an electric to a lower number Possible Causes What To Do The estimated time may tumble replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Gas service is normal. Clothes are still wet and dryer shut off (gas models only) • Make sure gas shutoff at...

Use and Care Manual - Page 19

Static electricity can attract lint • See suggestions in this unique product, slight variations of color may be seen ...8226; Follow directions on fabric softener package. • Use your dryer to viewing angles and lighting conditions. Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used Overdrying Synthetics, permanent press and blends can be safely washed...

Use and Care Manual - Page 21

... Replacement of the light bulb after its expected useful life. „ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. „ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of... Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. GE Dryer Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by possible defects with this limited...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... local electrical inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the dryer control system.... installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to the outdoors. • Before the old dryer is the safety alert symbol. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... needed) ˆ Gloves ˆFlexible gas line connector ˆSoap solution for electric dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ˆ10" Adjustable wrenches (2) ˆ Flat-blade screwdriver Before ...beginning the installation, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. metal duct (recommended) ˆ Gas pipe adapters (2), elbow and...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... TERMINAL BLOCK. ˆFlat-blade crewdriver ˆLevel MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED ˆ 4" dia. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ˆSlip-joint pliers ˆPhillips screwdriver Before...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipmentgrounding conductor must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS For direct wire connections: WARNING - Use a UL-listed strain relief. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be run with a qualified electrician, or...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

.... NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. 11 Connect power cord as follows: A. Properly secure power cord to an electric dryer. Be sure ground strap is unplugged from the wall receptacle. 3. Installation Instructions CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the National...