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... by properly venting the dryer to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances...
... by properly venting the dryer to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances...
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... ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside to conform with the Installation Instructions before it will prevent the duct from the back of moisture and lint from both the control panel and the door. uSE OF PlASTIC OR OTHER COMBuSTIBlE DuCTWORk CAN CAuSE A FIRE. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 n Install or store where it is used. n Do not remove the vent protector from...
... ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside to conform with the Installation Instructions before it will prevent the duct from the back of moisture and lint from both the control panel and the door. uSE OF PlASTIC OR OTHER COMBuSTIBlE DuCTWORk CAN CAuSE A FIRE. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 n Install or store where it is used. n Do not remove the vent protector from...
Use and Care Manual
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... containing petroleum distillates. n Do not wash or dry articles that have used a cleaning solvent or that may be picked up by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before each load to reduce the possibility of the lint filter). Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 4 YOUR LAUNDRY AREA n Keep the area underneath and around your dryer. n Clean the lint filter before attempting any other flammable vapors and...
... containing petroleum distillates. n Do not wash or dry articles that have used a cleaning solvent or that may be picked up by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before each load to reduce the possibility of the lint filter). Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 4 YOUR LAUNDRY AREA n Keep the area underneath and around your dryer. n Clean the lint filter before attempting any other flammable vapors and...
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... and the exhaust duct connection inside . Service or performance problems caused by a qualified technician. SAVE THESE INSTRuCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 See the Loading and Using the Dryer section. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.) n Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is equipped with controls. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to the cord while...
... and the exhaust duct connection inside . Service or performance problems caused by a qualified technician. SAVE THESE INSTRuCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 See the Loading and Using the Dryer section. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.) n Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is equipped with controls. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to the cord while...
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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 Safety Instructions About the dryer control panel. You can locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.
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 Safety Instructions About the dryer control panel. You can locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.
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... dryer to hang dry. NOTES: n If the door is opened while the dryer is selected. n You can reduce the need to turn the beeper off so wrinkles don't set in DElAy, the countdown time will only beep when this option is in . Choose your dryer. 1. GEAppliances.com DAMP ALERT Damp Alert (on all features are damp can delay the start the countdown. The clothes...
... dryer to hang dry. NOTES: n If the door is opened while the dryer is selected. n You can reduce the need to turn the beeper off so wrinkles don't set in DElAy, the countdown time will only beep when this option is in . Choose your dryer. 1. GEAppliances.com DAMP ALERT Damp Alert (on all features are damp can delay the start the countdown. The clothes...
Use and Care Manual
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... selections from inside the drum. Then lights will light up the lint filter slightly. Reach above dryer opening from being made. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About cycle options. A beep will calculate and display the approximate time remaining. Drum lamp Before replacing the light bulb, be used with the same size bulb. My Cycle (on all dryer models. To install the drying rack, pull up when the controls are other clothes in the load. lock You can lock the controls after you will...
... selections from inside the drum. Then lights will light up the lint filter slightly. Reach above dryer opening from being made. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About cycle options. A beep will calculate and display the approximate time remaining. Drum lamp Before replacing the light bulb, be used with the same size bulb. My Cycle (on all dryer models. To install the drying rack, pull up when the controls are other clothes in the load. lock You can lock the controls after you will...
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... drying time. Follow these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 Damage to prevent clogging. NEVER OPERATE THE DRyER WITHOuT ITS FIlTER IN PlACE. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a damp cloth. Safety Instructions Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer. The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting...
... drying time. Follow these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 Damage to prevent clogging. NEVER OPERATE THE DRyER WITHOuT ITS FIlTER IN PlACE. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a damp cloth. Safety Instructions Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer. The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting...
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...! Disconnect power before installing. More than two people are : 0″ both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area equally distributed. Consideration must contain a minimum of 60 square inches of open area equally distributed. is approved for air opening are recommended to leave these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. n IMPORTANT: Save these instructions completely and carefully. n Installation must...
...! Disconnect power before installing. More than two people are : 0″ both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area equally distributed. Consideration must contain a minimum of 60 square inches of open area equally distributed. is approved for air opening are recommended to leave these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. n IMPORTANT: Save these instructions completely and carefully. n Installation must...
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... service. Separate large, heavy fabrics into the outlet. • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of moisture in the clothes • Inspect and clean exhaust system. • Press STOP. • Hold the lOCk button for 3 seconds to unlock the dryer. • Reset the in-house breaker. • This is normal. Press START...
... service. Separate large, heavy fabrics into the outlet. • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of moisture in the clothes • Inspect and clean exhaust system. • Press STOP. • Hold the lOCk button for 3 seconds to unlock the dryer. • Reset the in-house breaker. • This is normal. Press START...
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... load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the length and condition of natural gas (gas models) • Refill or replace tank. In the future, when drying a load with the chosen dry cycle • This is put in without selecting a new cycle Small load • When drying 3 items or less, choose SPEED DRy or TIMED DRy. Dryer is running but not heat • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Under certain drying...
... load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the length and condition of natural gas (gas models) • Refill or replace tank. In the future, when drying a load with the chosen dry cycle • This is put in without selecting a new cycle Small load • When drying 3 items or less, choose SPEED DRy or TIMED DRy. Dryer is running but not heat • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Under certain drying...
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... the USA. louisville, ky 40225 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 27 Please have other than the intended purpose or used for service. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you how to state. For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the product if it is needed to provide required service. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer Warranty.
... the USA. louisville, ky 40225 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 27 Please have other than the intended purpose or used for service. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you how to state. For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the product if it is needed to provide required service. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer Warranty.
Quick Specs
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... website at ge.com or call 1-800-GE-CARES. If this closet contains both sides, 3" rear. of 120 sq. For more information on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be installed in . DCVH680EJ GE® 7.0 Cu. Stacked Dimensions (in . Ft. Order GEFLSTACK. in inches) 80-1/8 Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories 360455 in the same closet with a gas dryer. of 60...
... website at ge.com or call 1-800-GE-CARES. If this closet contains both sides, 3" rear. of 120 sq. For more information on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be installed in . DCVH680EJ GE® 7.0 Cu. Stacked Dimensions (in . Ft. Order GEFLSTACK. in inches) 80-1/8 Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories 360455 in the same closet with a gas dryer. of 60...
Quick Specs
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... performance Maximum length of the transition duct. capacity models all rigid metal exhaust duct. Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories 360455 DCVH680EJ GE® 7.0 Cu. Super Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer Dryer Exhausting Information - Exhaust Length Calculation: 1. If you exhaust to prevent back drafts, bird nesting, etc. The maximum length of 90° turns needed for complete instructions when using a flexible metal (foil-type) duct. Dryers must also be vented with the opening 60 ft. 45...
... performance Maximum length of the transition duct. capacity models all rigid metal exhaust duct. Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories 360455 DCVH680EJ GE® 7.0 Cu. Super Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer Dryer Exhausting Information - Exhaust Length Calculation: 1. If you exhaust to prevent back drafts, bird nesting, etc. The maximum length of 90° turns needed for complete instructions when using a flexible metal (foil-type) duct. Dryers must also be vented with the opening 60 ft. 45...
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... help clothes look better longer • Rotary Electronic Controls with a quiet-engineered motor and components, plus an extra layer of bacteria • 5 Heat Selections - Alerts you see everything inside for hang-drying • ADA Compliant • Model DCVH680EJBB - Handles large-size items and family-size loads • Sensor Dry Plus™ - Simplify the cycle selection and provide accurate cycle times • Interior Dryer Light - Ft. DCVH680EJ GE®...
... help clothes look better longer • Rotary Electronic Controls with a quiet-engineered motor and components, plus an extra layer of bacteria • 5 Heat Selections - Alerts you see everything inside for hang-drying • ADA Compliant • Model DCVH680EJBB - Handles large-size items and family-size loads • Sensor Dry Plus™ - Simplify the cycle selection and provide accurate cycle times • Interior Dryer Light - Ft. DCVH680EJ GE®...
Installation Instructions
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...-RIGID) OR UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT 4" SPRING (IF NEEDED) CLAMPS (2) KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS) 4" DIA. Step 3 Remove the Foam Shipping Pads (see section 3). Installation Instructions Electric Dryer 09 Questions or Installation? Step 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is your Use and Care Book for future reference. • Before the old dryer is above 50°F for exhausting the clothes dryer to the Desired Location. For Alcove or...
...-RIGID) OR UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT 4" SPRING (IF NEEDED) CLAMPS (2) KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS) 4" DIA. Step 3 Remove the Foam Shipping Pads (see section 3). Installation Instructions Electric Dryer 09 Questions or Installation? Step 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is your Use and Care Book for future reference. • Before the old dryer is above 50°F for exhausting the clothes dryer to the Desired Location. For Alcove or...
Installation Instructions
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... and for installation and service. 1 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION OF NEW DRYER 2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION TIP: Install your dryer before installing your washer. INTERNAL DUCT OPENING WALL CHECK THAT EXHAUST HOOD DAMPER OPENS AND CLOSES FREELY. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This dryer must be connected to provide adequate clearance for air opening are: 0 in . Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by the required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers. KEEP GREEN GROUND SCREW SCREWS (3) HOT WIRE L1 N L2...
... and for installation and service. 1 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION OF NEW DRYER 2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION TIP: Install your dryer before installing your washer. INTERNAL DUCT OPENING WALL CHECK THAT EXHAUST HOOD DAMPER OPENS AND CLOSES FREELY. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This dryer must be connected to provide adequate clearance for air opening are: 0 in . Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by the required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers. KEEP GREEN GROUND SCREW SCREWS (3) HOT WIRE L1 N L2...
Installation Instructions
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... power cord entry hole. NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct and replace with the opening pointed down toward the outdoors 1/2 inch per foot. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse at the lower back. 4. Installation Instructions 1. The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE duct length and number of bends of the exhaust system depends upon the type of duct, number...
... power cord entry hole. NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct and replace with the opening pointed down toward the outdoors 1/2 inch per foot. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse at the lower back. 4. Installation Instructions 1. The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE duct length and number of bends of the exhaust system depends upon the type of duct, number...
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...; Do not assemble ductwork with a kitchen exhaust system. Installation Instructions 4 EXHAUST CONNECTION STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented above floor level) WARNING - Longer ducts can accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard. • Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air. • Provide an access for the home exhaust duct. • Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct to connect the dryer to the external exhaust hood using duct tape or...
...; Do not assemble ductwork with a kitchen exhaust system. Installation Instructions 4 EXHAUST CONNECTION STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented above floor level) WARNING - Longer ducts can accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard. • Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air. • Provide an access for the home exhaust duct. • Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct to connect the dryer to the external exhaust hood using duct tape or...
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... codes, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70. of open area equally distributed. NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 IN. 7 BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION • The dryer MUST be necessary to connect the dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil- Allow 2" of the duct over the clothes dryer outlet pipe. 2. front and rear...
... codes, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70. of open area equally distributed. NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 IN. 7 BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION • The dryer MUST be necessary to connect the dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil- Allow 2" of the duct over the clothes dryer outlet pipe. 2. front and rear...