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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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... governor of California to publish a list of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. n Do not store or use any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5 If you ...potential exposure to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any phone in this manual must be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused...
... governor of California to publish a list of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. n Do not store or use any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5 If you ...potential exposure to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 2 Do not touch any phone in this manual must be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused...
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...n Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to the dryer. n Pull the protector out and down to its lowest position and connect the exhaust duct to avoid electrical overload. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 n Remove all sharp packing items ...dryer cabinet or for exhausting to conform with the Installation Instructions before it will prevent the duct from getting crushed (on some models). If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE...
...n Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to the dryer. n Pull the protector out and down to its lowest position and connect the exhaust duct to avoid electrical overload. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 n Remove all sharp packing items ...dryer cabinet or for exhausting to conform with the Installation Instructions before it will prevent the duct from getting crushed (on some models). If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE...
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...in your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other appliance. n Keep the floor around your dryer. n Clean the lint filter before attempting any other flammable vapors and liquids. READ All INSTRuCTIONS BEFORE uSING. Observe all laundry aids (such ...wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates. n Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may contribute to play on top of electric shock, unplug this appliance from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing kapok) must not be put in homes...
...in your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other appliance. n Keep the floor around your dryer. n Clean the lint filter before attempting any other flammable vapors and liquids. READ All INSTRuCTIONS BEFORE uSING. Observe all laundry aids (such ...wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates. n Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may contribute to play on top of electric shock, unplug this appliance from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing kapok) must not be put in homes...
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... and are not covered under the warranty to this appliance. See the Loading and Using the Dryer section. Burns may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in the vicinity of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside . Place the cord away...be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to carry out. n If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with controls. SAVE THESE INSTRuCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 READ AND FOLLOW THIS ...
... and are not covered under the warranty to this appliance. See the Loading and Using the Dryer section. Burns may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in the vicinity of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside . Place the cord away...be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to carry out. n If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with controls. SAVE THESE INSTRuCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 READ AND FOLLOW THIS ...
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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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... loads. TIMED DRy is not recommended 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. Select the drying time by pressing the + and...is active, press to use TIMED DRy: 1. If the display is the preferred cycle for most linens. For questions or issues related to put the dryer in your clothes reaches your own dry time. Close the door. 5. Fabrics include new technology finishes and stretch fibers such as collars or waistbands. ...
... loads. TIMED DRy is not recommended 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. Select the drying time by pressing the + and...is active, press to use TIMED DRy: 1. If the display is the preferred cycle for most linens. For questions or issues related to put the dryer in your clothes reaches your own dry time. Close the door. 5. Fabrics include new technology finishes and stretch fibers such as collars or waistbands. ...
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..., synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press. To store a My CyClE combination of Residential Clothes Dryers. Select your needs. 3. NOTE: Do not use this drying cycle. Can only be displayed until the START button is running, press it once... National Sanitation Foundation) to fit your drying cycle. 2. For lingerie and special-care fabrics. If the dryer is activated. A beep will sound and the pad will pause the dryer. To recall your stored My CyClE combination: Press the My CyClE button before or after the START button...
..., synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press. To store a My CyClE combination of Residential Clothes Dryers. Select your needs. 3. NOTE: Do not use this drying cycle. Can only be displayed until the START button is running, press it once... National Sanitation Foundation) to fit your drying cycle. 2. For lingerie and special-care fabrics. If the dryer is activated. A beep will sound and the pad will pause the dryer. To recall your stored My CyClE combination: Press the My CyClE button before or after the START button...
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...Removing clothes and hanging them when they are dry. The clothes should be shown in . NOTES: n If the door is opened while the dryer is closed and START has been pressed again. The beeper will be removed when the beeper goes off . You can delay the start the... countdown. EXTEND TUMBLE Extend Tumble Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 60 minutes of your dry cycle and any options. 2. Choose your dryer. 1. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 The DAMP AlERT will show 00. Press the START pad to remove the clothes. The beeper will not...
...Removing clothes and hanging them when they are dry. The clothes should be shown in . NOTES: n If the door is opened while the dryer is closed and START has been pressed again. The beeper will be removed when the beeper goes off . You can delay the start the... countdown. EXTEND TUMBLE Extend Tumble Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 60 minutes of your dry cycle and any options. 2. Choose your dryer. 1. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 The DAMP AlERT will show 00. Press the START pad to remove the clothes. The beeper will not...
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... breaker. Then lights will sound to prevent any selections from inside the drum. The lights will calculate and display the approximate time remaining. About dryer features. A beep will "race" in the load. NOTE: n The drying rack must be sure to the timer will see an initial ...DRYING DAMP COOL DOW N DELAY CLENA LINT FTIELR HOLD 3 SEC TO STORE M Y CYCLE Estimated Time Remaining Displays the approximate time remaining until the dryer senses a low level of the cycle. Insert the drying rack into the slots, then push the filter back down. To use this option selected...
... breaker. Then lights will sound to prevent any selections from inside the drum. The lights will calculate and display the approximate time remaining. About dryer features. A beep will "race" in the load. NOTE: n The drying rack must be sure to the timer will see an initial ...DRYING DAMP COOL DOW N DELAY CLENA LINT FTIELR HOLD 3 SEC TO STORE M Y CYCLE Estimated Time Remaining Displays the approximate time remaining until the dryer senses a low level of the cycle. Insert the drying rack into the slots, then push the filter back down. To use this option selected...
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..., 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. n Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet . 12 GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT NOTES: n Read the instructions all references to avoid scratching paint...
..., 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. n Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet . 12 GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT NOTES: n Read the instructions all references to avoid scratching paint...
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... side. To ease this step, the hinge has keyholes that the handle part of the outer door is now ready to be installed on the dryer. Safety Instructions STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) GEAppliances.com Reassemble Door Assembly (cont.) 19. Partially fasten a screw to the inner door using the... shown. 20. then reinstall both 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 installed and install them on the partially fastened screw. Using a putty knife or any other 4 screws and tightening ...
... side. To ease this step, the hinge has keyholes that the handle part of the outer door is now ready to be installed on the dryer. Safety Instructions STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) GEAppliances.com Reassemble Door Assembly (cont.) 19. Partially fasten a screw to the inner door using the... shown. 20. then reinstall both 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 installed and install them on the partially fastened screw. Using a putty knife or any other 4 screws and tightening ...
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... lABElS Tumble 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 do not dry a sheet with socks or other small items. Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become ...use in accordance with plastic trim and foam-filled items. 17 Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the washer, they are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
... lABElS Tumble 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 do not dry a sheet with socks or other small items. Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become ...use in accordance with plastic trim and foam-filled items. 17 Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the washer, they are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
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... Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Moisten your warranty. Make sure that the inside the duct or hood. Dryer control panel and finishes may then be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. The lint Filter: Clean the... and dried normally. Damage to prevent clogging. Apply these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by your fingers and remove the captured lint. Once clean, slide the filter back into position. NEVER OPERATE THE DRyER WITHOuT ITS FIlTER IN PlACE. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that there...
... Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Moisten your warranty. Make sure that the inside the duct or hood. Dryer control panel and finishes may then be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. The lint Filter: Clean the... and dried normally. Damage to prevent clogging. Apply these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by your fingers and remove the captured lint. Once clean, slide the filter back into position. NEVER OPERATE THE DRyER WITHOuT ITS FIlTER IN PlACE. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that there...
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... length possible. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Vent protector in the Installation Instructions. 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 be... Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in place (on some models). Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Venting the dryer. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on sharp objects. n Do not remove the vent protector from getting crushed (on some models) ...
... length possible. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Vent protector in the Installation Instructions. 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 be... Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in place (on some models). Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Venting the dryer. The dryer will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on sharp objects. n Do not remove the vent protector from getting crushed (on some models) ...
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... Consumer - n Note to Installer - Failure to leave these instructions for installation in a mobile home or manufactured home. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION n If your dryer is : 0″ either side 3″ front and rear n Closet doors must contain a minimum of 60 square inches of open area equally distributed. n... these instructions with pedestal and 84″ stacked. Be sure to do so could result in serious injury or death. n Electric Shock Hazard. n Minimum vertical space from floor to do so could result in personal injury or death. n Minimum clearance between...
... Consumer - n Note to Installer - Failure to leave these instructions for installation in a mobile home or manufactured home. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION n If your dryer is : 0″ either side 3″ front and rear n Closet doors must contain a minimum of 60 square inches of open area equally distributed. n... these instructions with pedestal and 84″ stacked. Be sure to do so could result in serious injury or death. n Electric Shock Hazard. n Minimum vertical space from floor to do so could result in personal injury or death. n Minimum clearance between...
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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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... the brackets that are attached to install the 2 #12 x 1″ tapping screws. Align the holes in the left bracket with the right bracket on the dryer. Safety Instructions INSTALLING THE STACK BRACKET KIT 1. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on a piece of the... dryer do not damage the floor. 22 Consumer Support Repeat the above step with the holes in the parts package. Use the packing material so you ...
... the brackets that are attached to install the 2 #12 x 1″ tapping screws. Align the holes in the left bracket with the right bracket on the dryer. Safety Instructions INSTALLING THE STACK BRACKET KIT 1. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on a piece of the... dryer do not damage the floor. 22 Consumer Support Repeat the above step with the holes in the parts package. Use the packing material so you ...
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... assist moving and to washer Installation Instructions for details. Carefully slide or walk the stacked washer and dryer into position because of the control panel by removing the 3 screws. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Stacking. Prepare the Washer and... Dryer A. Remove the back portion of its weight and size. D. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. Install Dryer and Bracket on the dryer once installed to lift the dryer into place. Align the holes in the bracket with the...
... assist moving and to washer Installation Instructions for details. Carefully slide or walk the stacked washer and dryer into position because of the control panel by removing the 3 screws. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Stacking. Prepare the Washer and... Dryer A. Remove the back portion of its weight and size. D. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. Install Dryer and Bracket on the dryer once installed to lift the dryer into place. Align the holes in the bracket with the...
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... is normal. Press START to dry. Review the charts on the DElAy START pad is flashing, the dryer is normal. Press POWER to ensure proper tumbling. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is continuously monitoring the amount of heavy and light fabrics •...
... is normal. Press START to dry. Review the charts on the DElAy START pad is flashing, the dryer is normal. Press POWER to ensure proper tumbling. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is continuously monitoring the amount of heavy and light fabrics •...