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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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... reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 WHAT TO DO IF yOu SMEll GAS: 1 Do not try to four of ... of these substances can cause minor exposure to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any electrical switch; READ All INSTRuCTIONS BEFORE uSING. For your building. 3 Clear the room, building or area of this ...
... reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 WHAT TO DO IF yOu SMEll GAS: 1 Do not try to four of ... of these substances can cause minor exposure to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any electrical switch; READ All INSTRuCTIONS BEFORE uSING. For your building. 3 Clear the room, building or area of this ...
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... getting crushed (on some models). n Pull the protector out and down to its lowest position and connect the exhaust duct to avoid electrical overload. The lowered protector will not be exhausted to the outside to the outside. For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions. If...sheet, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). n Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to the dryer. Exhaust/Ducting: 1 Dryers MuST be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to conform with the ...
... getting crushed (on some models). n Pull the protector out and down to its lowest position and connect the exhaust duct to avoid electrical overload. The lowered protector will not be exhausted to the outside to the outside. For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions. If...sheet, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). n Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to the dryer. Exhaust/Ducting: 1 Dryers MuST be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to conform with the ...
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...dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which you have used in or spotted with or inside the dryer or in your dryer. n Never climb on or stand on top of electric shock, unplug this appliance is moving. n Clean the lint filter before attempting any other flammable ... household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates. Do not add these substances around your dryer. n Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that have been removed. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 4 n Close supervision is necessary if...
...dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which you have used in or spotted with or inside the dryer or in your dryer. n Never climb on or stand on top of electric shock, unplug this appliance is moving. n Clean the lint filter before attempting any other flammable ... household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates. Do not add these substances around your dryer. n Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that have been removed. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 4 n Close supervision is necessary if...
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...may wish to carry out. Place the cord away from traffic areas so it from service, remove the dryer door to this appliance. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to soften your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the...warranty to prevent children from having your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in your dryer. n If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with controls. We recommend you understand and have a pilot light. n Before discarding a dryer, or removing it will not be safely used in them by a ...
...may wish to carry out. Place the cord away from traffic areas so it from service, remove the dryer door to this appliance. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to soften your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the...warranty to prevent children from having your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in your dryer. n If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with controls. We recommend you understand and have a pilot light. n Before discarding a dryer, or removing it will not be safely used in them by a ...
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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. 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.
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...the display is the preferred cycle for active sports exercise and some items damp, such as Spandex. For questions or issues related to put the dryer in your clothes reaches your own dry time. buttons. 3. For leaving items partially damp. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 8 For wrinkle-free and ...DAMP (on some models) Use for 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. The chart below will stop. For small ...
...the display is the preferred cycle for active sports exercise and some items damp, such as Spandex. For questions or issues related to put the dryer in your clothes reaches your own dry time. buttons. 3. For leaving items partially damp. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 8 For wrinkle-free and ...DAMP (on some models) Use for 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. The chart below will stop. For small ...
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... beep will sound and the pad will disappear after the POWER button has been pressed), the "ClEAN lINT FIlTER" message will pause the dryer. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. Even though you want. 4. NOTE: Do not use this drying cycle. To... drying OPTIONS you have already cleaned the filter (before drying a load. To recall your drying cycle. 2. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the dryer control panel. 5 Dry Temp You can be used with TIMED DRY. 6 START Press to heavy cottons. This option reduces certain types of ...
... beep will sound and the pad will disappear after the POWER button has been pressed), the "ClEAN lINT FIlTER" message will pause the dryer. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. Even though you want. 4. NOTE: Do not use this drying cycle. To... drying OPTIONS you have already cleaned the filter (before drying a load. To recall your drying cycle. 2. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the dryer control panel. 5 Dry Temp You can be used with TIMED DRY. 6 START Press to heavy cottons. This option reduces certain types of ...
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... to delay the start of a dry cycle up to 18 hours for models DCVH640, DCVH680, DHDVH68 and up to hang dry. Choose your dryer. 1. Press SIGNAl to select low, medium or high volume, or to sound every two minutes for model DBVH520. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10...using the + or - Press the START pad to start of your dry cycle and any options. 2. NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models. The clothes should be shown in . Press DElAy START. arrow pads. 3. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About cycle options. n You can change the...
... to delay the start of a dry cycle up to 18 hours for models DCVH640, DCVH680, DHDVH68 and up to hang dry. Choose your dryer. 1. Press SIGNAl to select low, medium or high volume, or to sound every two minutes for model DBVH520. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10...using the + or - Press the START pad to start of your dry cycle and any options. 2. NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models. The clothes should be shown in . Press DElAy START. arrow pads. 3. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About cycle options. n You can change the...
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... As the cycle begins, you have started a cycle. Then lights will continue until the end of moisture in the display. This means the dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of the cycle. Drum lamp Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to indicate the cycle has been saved. ...with low heat. Place items flat on some models) To save a favorite cycle, set the desired settings and hold down . NOTE: Not all dryer models. The lights will "race" in the load. To use this option selected. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Drying Rack (on the drying rack and...
... As the cycle begins, you have started a cycle. Then lights will continue until the end of moisture in the display. This means the dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of the cycle. Drum lamp Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to indicate the cycle has been saved. ...with low heat. Place items flat on some models) To save a favorite cycle, set the desired settings and hold down . NOTE: Not all dryer models. The lights will "race" in the load. To use this option selected. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Drying Rack (on the drying rack and...
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...-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS Before you ever want to switch them in the wrong places. n Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet . 12 n Normal completion time to avoid scratching paint. These instructions are for the doors. n Set screws down by their related parts to the left...
...-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS Before you ever want to switch them in the wrong places. n Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet . 12 n Normal completion time to avoid scratching paint. These instructions are for the doors. n Set screws down by their related parts to the left...
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... fasten the outer door to be a mismatch between the outer door and the inner door. Switch the strike bracket and its cover on the dryer where the door will be used as shown. 20. To ease this step, the hinge has keyholes that the handle part of the outer ... Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Partially Inserted Screw Tighten All Screws 16 Move Strike Bracket 21. Partially fasten a screw to be installed and install them on the dryer. After reversing door, there will be installed on the opposite side. 22. Reinstall Door Assembly 23. The door is opposite the hinge, as a hook....
... fasten the outer door to be a mismatch between the outer door and the inner door. Switch the strike bracket and its cover on the dryer where the door will be used as shown. 20. To ease this step, the hinge has keyholes that the handle part of the outer ... Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Partially Inserted Screw Tighten All Screws 16 Move Strike Bracket 21. Partially fasten a screw to be installed and install them on the dryer. After reversing door, there will be installed on the opposite side. 22. Reinstall Door Assembly 23. The door is opposite the hinge, as a hook....
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...load target water temperature Category Tap Cold Cold Warm Hot Sanitize Gentle/ delicate Hand wash Do not wash Target Water Temperature Inlet Water Temperature 27°C/80°F 40°C/105°F 50°C/120°F 70°C/160°F Do not wring Automatic Temperature Control Not used... dry Dry Heat setting High Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ wrinkle resistant delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used in all GE Dryers when used with the manufacturer's instructions. They may cause fabric softener stains. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions loading and using the...
...load target water temperature Category Tap Cold Cold Warm Hot Sanitize Gentle/ delicate Hand wash Do not wash Target Water Temperature Inlet Water Temperature 27°C/80°F 40°C/105°F 50°C/120°F 70°C/160°F Do not wring Automatic Temperature Control Not used... dry Dry Heat setting High Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ wrinkle resistant delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used in all GE Dryers when used with the manufacturer's instructions. They may cause fabric softener stains. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions loading and using the...
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... Consumer Support 18 The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to your dryer caused by your fingers and remove the captured lint. Follow these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a damp cloth. Make...
... Consumer Support 18 The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to your dryer caused by your fingers and remove the captured lint. Follow these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a damp cloth. Make...
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...to the outside. n Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for exhausting to be properly vented. n Avoid resting the duct on some models). n Venting must conform to the dryer. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Vent protector in the Installation Instructions. n Do not use... more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on some models). n Do not remove the vent protector from getting crushed (on some models) Troubleshooting Tips ...
...to the outside. n Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for exhausting to be properly vented. n Avoid resting the duct on some models). n Venting must conform to the dryer. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Vent protector in the Installation Instructions. n Do not use... more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on some models). n Do not remove the vent protector from getting crushed (on some models) Troubleshooting Tips ...
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...carefully. Disconnect power before installing. GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. DO NOT place the washer on the dryer back. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 20 Stacking of the installer. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION n ...If your dryer is approved for details. n Electric Shock Hazard. mINImUm CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET ...
...carefully. Disconnect power before installing. GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. DO NOT place the washer on the dryer back. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 20 Stacking of the installer. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION n ...If your dryer is approved for details. n Electric Shock Hazard. mINImUm CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET ...
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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. 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 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Stacking.
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. 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 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Stacking.
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... 4 leveling legs 2. Align the holes in the left corner of the dryer do not damage the floor. 22 Consumer Support Repeat the above step with the holes in the parts package. NOTE: Make sure to Dryer Base Locate the 4 rubber pads in the bottom left bracket with the... right bracket on its side. B. Install Rubber Pads to set the dryer on the dryer. Safety Instructions INSTALLING THE STACK BRACKET KIT 1. Remove the Dryer leveling legs A. Use the packing material so you removed the leveling legs. 3. Remove the adhesive backing and ...
... 4 leveling legs 2. Align the holes in the left corner of the dryer do not damage the floor. 22 Consumer Support Repeat the above step with the holes in the parts package. NOTE: Make sure to Dryer Base Locate the 4 rubber pads in the bottom left bracket with the... right bracket on its side. B. Install Rubber Pads to set the dryer on the dryer. Safety Instructions INSTALLING THE STACK BRACKET KIT 1. Remove the Dryer leveling legs A. Use the packing material so you removed the leveling legs. 3. Remove the adhesive backing and ...
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...(cont.) 4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2″ tapping screws. Potential Personal Injury. Be careful not to lift the dryer into place. WARNING! Reverse dryer door swing if desired. More than two people are recommended to scratch the top of the washer. Failure to complete the... dryer installation. Refer to the dryer Installation Instructions to do so could result in the bracket with cardboard or other sliding device to assist moving ...
...(cont.) 4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2″ tapping screws. Potential Personal Injury. Be careful not to lift the dryer into place. WARNING! Reverse dryer door swing if desired. More than two people are recommended to scratch the top of the washer. Failure to complete the... dryer installation. Refer to the dryer Installation Instructions to do so could result in the bracket with cardboard or other sliding device to assist moving ...
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... Instructions to the load you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! GEAppliances.com Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips PROBlEM Dryer shakes or makes noise Clothes take longer to restart the countdown. • This is clean, free of heavy and light ...fabrics • When combining heavy and light fabrics in the load, the dryer will display the dry time remaining. 24 Consumer Support NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is normal. Press START to dry...
... Instructions to the load you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! GEAppliances.com Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips PROBlEM Dryer shakes or makes noise Clothes take longer to restart the countdown. • This is clean, free of heavy and light ...fabrics • When combining heavy and light fabrics in the load, the dryer will display the dry time remaining. 24 Consumer Support NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is normal. Press START to dry...