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Dryers Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 4-7 Quick Start 5 Venting the Dryer 8 Using the Dryer 9 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 GFDN160 Printed in Mexico Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 234D2270P002 49-90544-1 07-15 GE
Dryers Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 4-7 Quick Start 5 Venting the Dryer 8 Using the Dryer 9 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 GFDN160 Printed in Mexico Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 234D2270P002 49-90544-1 07-15 GE
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...Clean lint screen before servicing. Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could result in your appliance, follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", ...will be exposed to the weather. DO NOT tamper with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Keep dryer area clear and free from service or discarded, remove the door to persons when using the appliance. DO NOT dry ...
...Clean lint screen before servicing. Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could result in your appliance, follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", ...will be exposed to the weather. DO NOT tamper with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Keep dryer area clear and free from service or discarded, remove the door to persons when using the appliance. DO NOT dry ...
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...gas or LP fuels. Exposure to these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to warn of any other appliance. - WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause...room, building, or area of potential exposure to light any appliance. • DO NOT touch any electrical switch; GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or any occupants. • Immediately call the fire department. - WHAT TO DO IF...
...gas or LP fuels. Exposure to these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to warn of any other appliance. - WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause...room, building, or area of potential exposure to light any appliance. • DO NOT touch any electrical switch; GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or any occupants. • Immediately call the fire department. - WHAT TO DO IF...
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... To reduce the risk of oil on it (even after washing). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on it (including cooking oils). Dryer with HE SensorDry™ 2 15 14 1 6 3 7 Model: GFDN160 - DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had ... fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. Failure to do so can completely remove oil. Steam Dryer with HE SensorDry™ 2 8 9 10 15 14 11 4 12 5 13 1 My 6 Cycle 3 16 8 9 10 11 4 12 5 13 4 Do not dry anything flammable ...
... To reduce the risk of oil on it (even after washing). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on it (including cooking oils). Dryer with HE SensorDry™ 2 15 14 1 6 3 7 Model: GFDN160 - DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had ... fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. Failure to do so can completely remove oil. Steam Dryer with HE SensorDry™ 2 8 9 10 15 14 11 4 12 5 13 1 My 6 Cycle 3 16 8 9 10 11 4 12 5 13 4 Do not dry anything flammable ...
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... sports exercise and some models) Use for an extended time. Provides 20 minutes of steam drying to assist with dewrinkling items that are needed in dryer for towels OR sheets. Provides 20 minutes of the Power button will "wake up" the display. 2 Select a dry cycle. (Defaults are dry or ...controls the length and tumble speed of cottons and poly-blends. Delicates For lingerie and special-care fabrics. Turn dry cycle dial to turn the dryer off. Towels/Sheets Steam Dewrinkle Full Loads (on some models) Dewrinkle Full Loads (on some casual wear. Warm Up Air Fluff/No Heat ...
... sports exercise and some models) Use for an extended time. Provides 20 minutes of steam drying to assist with dewrinkling items that are needed in dryer for towels OR sheets. Provides 20 minutes of the Power button will "wake up" the display. 2 Select a dry cycle. (Defaults are dry or ...controls the length and tumble speed of cottons and poly-blends. Delicates For lingerie and special-care fabrics. Turn dry cycle dial to turn the dryer off. Towels/Sheets Steam Dewrinkle Full Loads (on some models) Dewrinkle Full Loads (on some casual wear. Warm Up Air Fluff/No Heat ...
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...option reduces certain types of NOTE: Sensor dry Level only works with moisture in your Cottons, Normal, Perm Press, Delicates, clothes reaches your dryer. Press it will display "0:00" and the cycle will beep and display achieve optimum results. Press the Start/Pause button to start a... wrinkles on some models) For slightly wrinkled dry garments. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is not opened while the dryer is closed and Start/Pause button in 1. Medium For synthetics, blends and items labeled Permanent Press. Use for lighter fabric (ideal...
...option reduces certain types of NOTE: Sensor dry Level only works with moisture in your Cottons, Normal, Perm Press, Delicates, clothes reaches your dryer. Press it will display "0:00" and the cycle will beep and display achieve optimum results. Press the Start/Pause button to start a... wrinkles on some models) For slightly wrinkled dry garments. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is not opened while the dryer is closed and Start/Pause button in 1. Medium For synthetics, blends and items labeled Permanent Press. Use for lighter fabric (ideal...
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... buttons make when pressed, press and hold the Lock Control button for 3 seconds to hang dry. Display Displays the approximate time remaining until the dryer senses a low level of moisture in the display. This message will disappear after clothes are dry. At that the cycle is complete. My Cycle...button before or after the Power button has been pressed), the "Clean Filter" message will only beep when this option selected. To lock the dryer, press and hold the Volume button for one touch recall. NOTE: The Power button can be used when the machine is made . These ...
... buttons make when pressed, press and hold the Lock Control button for 3 seconds to hang dry. Display Displays the approximate time remaining until the dryer senses a low level of moisture in the display. This message will disappear after clothes are dry. At that the cycle is complete. My Cycle...button before or after the Power button has been pressed), the "Clean Filter" message will only beep when this option selected. To lock the dryer, press and hold the Volume button for one touch recall. NOTE: The Power button can be used when the machine is made . These ...
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...metal or UL listed flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork for the home exhaust duct. Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the outdoors. DO NOT use duct longer than specified in death or fire. DO NOT install a screen in the Installation... Instructions. Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. About venting the dryer. Failure to follow the details on sharp objects. Venting must conform to the below specifications. Fire Hazard This...
...metal or UL listed flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork for the home exhaust duct. Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the outdoors. DO NOT use duct longer than specified in death or fire. DO NOT install a screen in the Installation... Instructions. Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. About venting the dryer. Failure to follow the details on sharp objects. Venting must conform to the below specifications. Fire Hazard This...
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...7C7 from inside the drum. Make sure that the inside the duct or hood. Reach above dryer opening from your fingers and remove the captured lint. The stainless steel used in a GE dryer. The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a clean cloth. Before ...replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at least once a year to size. Order replacement...
...7C7 from inside the drum. Make sure that the inside the duct or hood. Reach above dryer opening from your fingers and remove the captured lint. The stainless steel used in a GE dryer. The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a clean cloth. Before ...replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at least once a year to size. Order replacement...
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...-head screwdriver Putty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver DOOR PARTS Outer Ring Inner Door Hinge Hinge Cover 6 - Hinge Screws BEFORE YOU START Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet. 8 - IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is 30-60 minutes. Strike Bracket Screws 10...
...-head screwdriver Putty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver DOOR PARTS Outer Ring Inner Door Hinge Hinge Cover 6 - Hinge Screws BEFORE YOU START Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet. 8 - IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is 30-60 minutes. Strike Bracket Screws 10...
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... door over and place the hinge cover in the door. Using a putty knife or any other flat tool, remove the 4 beauty buttons located on the dryer where the door will be installed and install them on opposite side 5 MOVE STRIKE BRACKET A. Align the hinge cover holes with the holes in the...
... door over and place the hinge cover in the door. Using a putty knife or any other flat tool, remove the 4 beauty buttons located on the dryer where the door will be installed and install them on opposite side 5 MOVE STRIKE BRACKET A. Align the hinge cover holes with the holes in the...
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Hook the door on the opposite side. 6 REINSTALL DOOR ASSEMBLY A. Align the outer ring in dryer and hang door from it Then secure with all screws B. Reinstall both on the partially fastened screw. To ease this step, the hinge has keyholes ... screw in the door and fasten the 6 tapping screws located around the perimeter of the door outlining the gasket. 13 Install the door on the dryer. Partially fasten a screw to the uppermost screw hole.
Hook the door on the opposite side. 6 REINSTALL DOOR ASSEMBLY A. Align the outer ring in dryer and hang door from it Then secure with all screws B. Reinstall both on the partially fastened screw. To ease this step, the hinge has keyholes ... screw in the door and fasten the 6 tapping screws located around the perimeter of the door outlining the gasket. 13 Install the door on the dryer. Partially fasten a screw to the uppermost screw hole.
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... so may result in back or other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in death, explosion, or fire. • If the dryer is 1" on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for test gauge connection, must be... do so can result in the same closet as gasoline, away from dryer to do so could result in a mobile home or manufactured home. Gas Dryers Only: • No other injury. • Avoid Tipping and Rupture of open area. GE STACK KIT: Order on top of the gas supply connection to provide...
... so may result in back or other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in death, explosion, or fire. • If the dryer is 1" on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for test gauge connection, must be... do so can result in the same closet as gasoline, away from dryer to do so could result in a mobile home or manufactured home. Gas Dryers Only: • No other injury. • Avoid Tipping and Rupture of open area. GE STACK KIT: Order on top of the gas supply connection to provide...
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...packing material so you removed the leveling legs. Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to lay the dryer down on its side. Carefully lay the dryer on the dryer. Left hand bracket 4 #12 x 1" screws Right hand bracket 4 #8 x... rubber pads B. INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. Installation Instructions STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired) (cont.) INSTALLING THE STACK BRACKET KIT STACKING KIT GEFLSTACK CONTENTS (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) 1 REMOVE THE DRYER LEVELING LEGS A. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over all 4 leveling legs...
...packing material so you removed the leveling legs. Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to lay the dryer down on its side. Carefully lay the dryer on the dryer. Left hand bracket 4 #12 x 1" screws Right hand bracket 4 #8 x... rubber pads B. INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. Installation Instructions STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired) (cont.) INSTALLING THE STACK BRACKET KIT STACKING KIT GEFLSTACK CONTENTS (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) 1 REMOVE THE DRYER LEVELING LEGS A. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over all 4 leveling legs...
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... or death. 16 6 FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION A. Align the holes in the bracket with the right bracket on bottom back Bottom of dryer Attach brackets to the bottom of packing material so the brackets that are recommended to washer Installation Instructions for details. Install brackets on ...washer door swing is level. Use felt pads or other protection. Align the holes in the bottom left bracket with the brackets. See dryer Installation Instructions for details. More than two people are attached to back of its weight and size. Place hands here Place hands here ...
... or death. 16 6 FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION A. Align the holes in the bracket with the right bracket on bottom back Bottom of dryer Attach brackets to the bottom of packing material so the brackets that are recommended to washer Installation Instructions for details. Install brackets on ...washer door swing is level. Use felt pads or other protection. Align the holes in the bottom left bracket with the brackets. See dryer Installation Instructions for details. More than two people are attached to back of its weight and size. Place hands here Place hands here ...
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... mode Controls accidentally put more moisture and take too long to dry The Dry dryness level was accidentally paused when starting Delay Dry Dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of kinks and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily. • ...the outlet. • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Dryer may not need to call for service... Improper or obstructed ducting Improper sorting Large loads of heavy and light fabrics • When combining...
... mode Controls accidentally put more moisture and take too long to dry The Dry dryness level was accidentally paused when starting Delay Dry Dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of kinks and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily. • ...the outlet. • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Dryer may not need to call for service... Improper or obstructed ducting Improper sorting Large loads of heavy and light fabrics • When combining...
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...• The load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the length and condition of the exhaust system will affect drying times. Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and is not displayed. In the future, ...Small load • When drying 3 items or less, choose Quick Dry or Time Dry. During extended tumbling, the time remaining is tripped; Dryer should heat when utility service is empty or there has been a utility interruption of moisture. Load was then removed from an electric to begin...
...• The load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the length and condition of the exhaust system will affect drying times. Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and is not displayed. In the future, ...Small load • When drying 3 items or less, choose Quick Dry or Time Dry. During extended tumbling, the time remaining is tripped; Dryer should heat when utility service is empty or there has been a utility interruption of moisture. Load was then removed from an electric to begin...
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...Adjust setting to the load. 19 Lint on clothes Lint filter is normal. Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used in this unique product, slight variations of color may be seen when the clothes are Steam condenses on inner drum • If ..., choose More Dry. Static occurs No fabric softener was used Overdrying Synthetics, permanent press and blends can stain clean items and the dryer. • Sometimes stains which cannot be pressed back into smaller ones. Door is normal. Use proper washing procedures before each load....
...Adjust setting to the load. 19 Lint on clothes Lint filter is normal. Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used in this unique product, slight variations of color may be seen when the clothes are Steam condenses on inner drum • If ..., choose More Dry. Static occurs No fabric softener was used Overdrying Synthetics, permanent press and blends can stain clean items and the dryer. • Sometimes stains which cannot be pressed back into smaller ones. Door is normal. Use proper washing procedures before each load....
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...selected. Before you . steam into drum Water drips from your water supply • Call 800.GE.CARES to order nozzle replacement kit WE25M71 or to request a technician to the load. Dryer continues to valve Hose missing rubber washer at connection with valve • Tighten connection. •... Install rubber washer provided with debris from door when opened after a Steam Cycle Steam condenses on floor in back of dryer Possible Causes Inadequate load size for steam cycle selected, excess steam condenses inside cabinet and leaks out What To Do • If ...
...selected. Before you . steam into drum Water drips from your water supply • Call 800.GE.CARES to order nozzle replacement kit WE25M71 or to request a technician to the load. Dryer continues to valve Hose missing rubber washer at connection with valve • Tighten connection. •... Install rubber washer provided with debris from door when opened after a Steam Cycle Steam condenses on floor in back of dryer Possible Causes Inadequate load size for steam cycle selected, excess steam condenses inside cabinet and leaks out What To Do • If ...
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... For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the dryer which are working as described in materials or workmanship. GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Proof of the original purchase date is abused, misused or used for service. During this ..., floods or acts of God. Incidental or consequential damage caused by our 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 one-year warranty...
... For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the dryer which are working as described in materials or workmanship. GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Proof of the original purchase date is abused, misused or used for service. During this ..., floods or acts of God. Incidental or consequential damage caused by our 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 one-year warranty...