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Back Cover Warranty 15 Owner's Manual Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 175D1807P596 49-90328 04-07 JR Dryers ge.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Control Panel 5, 6 Control Settings 7 Features 8 Loading and Using the Dryer 10-11 Reversing the Door 9 Venting the Dryer 11 Troubleshooting Tips . . . 12, 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . . . .
Back Cover Warranty 15 Owner's Manual Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 175D1807P596 49-90328 04-07 JR Dryers ge.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Control Panel 5, 6 Control Settings 7 Features 8 Loading and Using the Dryer 10-11 Reversing the Door 9 Venting the Dryer 11 Troubleshooting Tips . . . 12, 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . . . .
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...not touch any electrical switch; 5 If you can receive one by visiting ge.com or by properly venting the dryer to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. Properly adjusted dryers will not be performed by the incomplete combustion of potential exposure to warn ...cause cancer, birth defects or other appliance. Gas appliances can be properly installed and located in Installation Instructions. PROPER INSTALLATION This dryer must be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused...
...not touch any electrical switch; 5 If you can receive one by visiting ge.com or by properly venting the dryer to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. Properly adjusted dryers will not be performed by the incomplete combustion of potential exposure to warn ...cause cancer, birth defects or other appliance. Gas appliances can be properly installed and located in Installation Instructions. PROPER INSTALLATION This dryer must be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused...
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! I Clean the lint filter before attempting any other flammable ... materials such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.). DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE. Do not use or place these substances to avoid injury. I Do not store ... before each load to an off vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances around your dryer. I To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance is moving. that may melt or burn....
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! I Clean the lint filter before attempting any other flammable ... materials such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.). DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE. Do not use or place these substances to avoid injury. I Do not store ... before each load to an off vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances around your dryer. I To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance is moving. that may melt or burn....
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... a year by a qualified technician. I Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance. Service or performance problems caused by using a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static conditioner. I Never attempt to operate this Owner's Manual or in the vicinity of the machine...of the manufacturers of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this appliance if it from having your dryer. I Before discarding a dryer, or removing it is equipped with controls. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. Burns may wish to ...
... a year by a qualified technician. I Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance. Service or performance problems caused by using a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static conditioner. I Never attempt to operate this Owner's Manual or in the vicinity of the machine...of the manufacturers of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this appliance if it from having your dryer. I Before discarding a dryer, or removing it is equipped with controls. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. Burns may wish to ...
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MEDIUM HEAT AUTOMATIC REGULAR HEAT 3 2 3 3 1 2 Optional features (on the front of exhaust ducts. 5 About the dryer control panel. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model number on the label on some models) 2 3 1 2 NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of the dryer behind the door. ge.com You can locate your model.
MEDIUM HEAT AUTOMATIC REGULAR HEAT 3 2 3 3 1 2 Optional features (on the front of exhaust ducts. 5 About the dryer control panel. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model number on the label on some models) 2 3 1 2 NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of the dryer behind the door. ge.com You can locate your model.
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Optional features (on some models) 3 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 3 Optional features (on the front of exhaust ducts. 6 About the dryer control panel. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model number on the label on some models) 1 2 3 NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of the dryer behind the door. You can locate your model.
Optional features (on some models) 3 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 3 Optional features (on the front of exhaust ducts. 6 About the dryer control panel. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model number on the label on some models) 1 2 3 NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of the dryer behind the door. You can locate your model.
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ge.com 1 Fabric Care/Temperature (on some models) REGULAR For regular to feel drier. or...For freshening or fluffing up already dry clothing, fabrics, linens and pillows. Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer. EASY CARE MED. Use the TIMED DRY cycle. Select MORE DRY if you want them to heavy cottons. Use ...and delicate items, and knits. TIMED DRY Set the Cycle Selector at the end of no heat tumbling. 3 Start-Close the dryer door. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 For most linens. IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you have chosen-for a ...
ge.com 1 Fabric Care/Temperature (on some models) REGULAR For regular to feel drier. or...For freshening or fluffing up already dry clothing, fabrics, linens and pillows. Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer. EASY CARE MED. Use the TIMED DRY cycle. Select MORE DRY if you want them to heavy cottons. Use ...and delicate items, and knits. TIMED DRY Set the Cycle Selector at the end of no heat tumbling. 3 Start-Close the dryer door. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 For most linens. IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you have chosen-for a ...
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... to minimize the wrinkles in clothes. Troubleshooting Tips Drying Rack (on some models) A handy drying rack may be removed so wrinkles won 't set in a GE dryer. If you are using the CYCLE SIGNAL knob and you to remove the laundry. If WRINKLE CARE is time to make the...not use , the drum will not affect the function or durability of the drying time and several times during the WRINKLE CARE cycle. Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb. I Use the Cycle Signal especially when drying fabrics like ...
... to minimize the wrinkles in clothes. Troubleshooting Tips Drying Rack (on some models) A handy drying rack may be removed so wrinkles won 't set in a GE dryer. If you are using the CYCLE SIGNAL knob and you to remove the laundry. If WRINKLE CARE is time to make the...not use , the drum will not affect the function or durability of the drying time and several times during the WRINKLE CARE cycle. Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb. I Use the Cycle Signal especially when drying fabrics like ...
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ge.com Reversing the Door Tools needed: I Standard #2 I Tape-tipped I Phillips screwdriver I putty knife 1 Open the door ... 3 Rotate the door 180°. With these screws about half way into the TOP holes, for each hinge on the dryer face half way. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About reversing the door. Tighten the two top screws of the opening from which ... one hand holding the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the dryer by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws...
ge.com Reversing the Door Tools needed: I Standard #2 I Tape-tipped I Phillips screwdriver I putty knife 1 Open the door ... 3 Rotate the door 180°. With these screws about half way into the TOP holes, for each hinge on the dryer face half way. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About reversing the door. Tighten the two top screws of the opening from which ... one hand holding the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the dryer by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws...
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...softener stains. The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer. Remove the cleaner residue, and then dry with a damp cloth. They may ... dried normally. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. The Exhaust Hood: Check from the dryer. 3 Vacuum the duct with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items...
...softener stains. The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer. Remove the cleaner residue, and then dry with a damp cloth. They may ... dried normally. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. The Exhaust Hood: Check from the dryer. 3 Vacuum the duct with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items...
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... for exhausting to be properly vented. I Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to the outside. The dryer will use plastic or other combustible ductwork. I Avoid resting the duct on Exhausting in the Installation...
... for exhausting to be properly vented. I Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to the outside. The dryer will use plastic or other combustible ductwork. I Avoid resting the duct on Exhausting in the Installation...
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... or makes noise Greasy spots on clothes Lint on the following pages, or visit ge.com. Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs Dryer may not need to LESS DRY or DAMP DRY. • Try a fabric softener. Improper use ...; Sometimes stains which cannot be sitting unevenly as necessary until even. Lint filter is pushed completely into smaller ones. • Empty all GE Dryers when used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts. left in pockets...
... or makes noise Greasy spots on clothes Lint on the following pages, or visit ge.com. Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs Dryer may not need to LESS DRY or DAMP DRY. • Try a fabric softener. Improper use ...; Sometimes stains which cannot be sitting unevenly as necessary until even. Lint filter is pushed completely into smaller ones. • Empty all GE Dryers when used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts. left in pockets...
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... be safely washed, but will naturally shrink • To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Problem Clothes take longer to dry. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Others can be pressed back into shape after cycle ends .../combining loads Underloading What To Do • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load). • Large, heavy fabrics contain more than one or two items, add a few items to ensure proper tumbling. when washed....
... be safely washed, but will naturally shrink • To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Problem Clothes take longer to dry. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Others can be pressed back into shape after cycle ends .../combining loads Underloading What To Do • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load). • Large, heavy fabrics contain more than one or two items, add a few items to ensure proper tumbling. when washed....
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...may be responsible for service. All warranty service provided by accident, fire, floods or acts of the dryer which vary from state to your receipt here. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of God. I Damage ...fuses or resetting of merchantability or fitness for home use the product. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer Warranty. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Staple your home. I Defects or damage due to provide required ...
...may be responsible for service. All warranty service provided by accident, fire, floods or acts of the dryer which vary from state to your receipt here. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of God. I Damage ...fuses or resetting of merchantability or fitness for home use the product. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer Warranty. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Staple your home. I Defects or damage due to provide required ...