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Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Control Panels 6-8 Cycle Options 9-10 Dryer Features 10 Reversing the Door Swing. . . . 11-14 Loading and Using the Dryer 15-16 Venting the Dryer 17 Connecting Inlet Hoses 18 Stacking 19-22 Troubleshooting Tips. . . . 23-26 Consumer Support Warranty 27 Consumer Support 28 Owner's Manual GFDS350 GFDS355 GFDN240 GFDN245 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 49-90394 05/14/10 GE 234D1050P001
Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Control Panels 6-8 Cycle Options 9-10 Dryer Features 10 Reversing the Door Swing. . . . 11-14 Loading and Using the Dryer 15-16 Venting the Dryer 17 Connecting Inlet Hoses 18 Stacking 19-22 Troubleshooting Tips. . . . 23-26 Consumer Support Warranty 27 Consumer Support 28 Owner's Manual GFDS350 GFDS355 GFDN240 GFDN245 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 49-90394 05/14/10 GE 234D1050P001
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... by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. Exposure to the outdoors. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5 If you...
... by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. Exposure to the outdoors. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5 If you...
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... rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to the dryer. For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions. 3 The lowered protector will not be exhausted to the outside to conform with the Installation Instructions before it will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on some models). n Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of moisture and lint from both the control panel and the door. If...
... rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to the dryer. For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions. 3 The lowered protector will not be exhausted to the outside to conform with the Installation Instructions before it will prevent the duct from the back of the dryer (on some models). n Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of moisture and lint from both the control panel and the door. If...
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..., with or inside the dryer or in your appliances free of lint, dust and dirt. There are many highly flammable items used by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside this or any maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter). n Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that have used in beauty salons, restaurants...
..., with or inside the dryer or in your appliances free of lint, dust and dirt. There are many highly flammable items used by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside this or any maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter). n Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that have used in beauty salons, restaurants...
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... repair or replace any part of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside . READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. We recommend you understand and have a pilot light. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to operate this Owner's Manual or in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer's instructions...
... repair or replace any part of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside . READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. We recommend you understand and have a pilot light. n Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to operate this Owner's Manual or in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer's instructions...
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... clothes reaches your MY CYCLE selected dry level, the dryer will light To recall your dry cycle. Select your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall. To change the temperature of your stored MY CYCLE combination: Press the MY CYCLE button before or after the POWER button has been pressed), the "CLEAN LINT FILTER" message will still be used during a portion of this cycle on some models) certain types...
... clothes reaches your MY CYCLE selected dry level, the dryer will light To recall your dry cycle. Select your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall. To change the temperature of your stored MY CYCLE combination: Press the MY CYCLE button before or after the POWER button has been pressed), the "CLEAN LINT FILTER" message will still be used during a portion of this cycle on some models) certain types...
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... CARE, NORMAL/MIXED LOADS and COTTONS. The DAMP ALERT will not restart unless the door is in 1 hour increments using the DELAY START button. 3. Press the START pad to start of no-heat tumbling after clothes are damp can be removed when the beeper goes off . 9 e-DRY Reduces the total energy consumption of specific dryer cycles by adding approximately 60 minutes of your dryer. 1. Choose your dry cycle and...
... CARE, NORMAL/MIXED LOADS and COTTONS. The DAMP ALERT will not restart unless the door is in 1 hour increments using the DELAY START button. 3. Press the START pad to start of no-heat tumbling after clothes are damp can be removed when the beeper goes off . 9 e-DRY Reduces the total energy consumption of specific dryer cycles by adding approximately 60 minutes of your dryer. 1. Choose your dry cycle and...
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... cannot accidentally start the dryer by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. About dryer features. Place items flat on all features are other clothes in the load. This means the dryer is open. Insert the drying rack into the slots, then push the filter back down the MY CYCLE button for 3 seconds. Use with the same size bulb. Then lights will see an initial approximate total cycle time in damp...
... cannot accidentally start the dryer by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. About dryer features. Place items flat on all features are other clothes in the load. This means the dryer is open. Insert the drying rack into the slots, then push the filter back down the MY CYCLE button for 3 seconds. Use with the same size bulb. Then lights will see an initial approximate total cycle time in damp...
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... position and connect the exhaust duct to local building codes. n Do not crush, kink or collapse the duct. n Avoid resting the duct on some models) 17 n Venting must conform to the dryer. n Use the shortest length possible. The lowered protector will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to be properly vented. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Vent protector in place (on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. Carefully follow the...
... position and connect the exhaust duct to local building codes. n Do not crush, kink or collapse the duct. n Avoid resting the duct on some models) 17 n Venting must conform to the dryer. n Use the shortest length possible. The lowered protector will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to be properly vented. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Vent protector in place (on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. Carefully follow the...
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... hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Insert the filter screen in place and attach the other male end of the washer's inlet hose. Ensure the rubber flat washer is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to the fill valve connector at the same time. Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. "Y" Connector To produce steam, the dryer must also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector...
... hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Insert the filter screen in place and attach the other male end of the washer's inlet hose. Ensure the rubber flat washer is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to the fill valve connector at the same time. Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. "Y" Connector To produce steam, the dryer must also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector...
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... closet contains both sides, 1″ front, and 3″ rear. Disconnect power before installing. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION n If your dryer is : 0″ either side 3″ front 4″ rear n Closet doors must be securely attached to lift the dryer into position because of the installer. Refer to leave these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. Failure to do so could result in personal...
... closet contains both sides, 1″ front, and 3″ rear. Disconnect power before installing. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION n If your dryer is : 0″ either side 3″ front 4″ rear n Closet doors must be securely attached to lift the dryer into position because of the installer. Refer to leave these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. Failure to do so could result in personal...
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... to washer Installation Instructions for details. NOTE: The washer door swing is level. D. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. B. Refer to the dryer Installation Instructions to complete the washer installation. Potential Personal Injury. C. Remove the back portion of its weight and size. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2″ tapping screws. Failure to scratch the top of the washer. WARNING! Do not push on both sides of the washer...
... to washer Installation Instructions for details. NOTE: The washer door swing is level. D. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. B. Refer to the dryer Installation Instructions to complete the washer installation. Potential Personal Injury. C. Remove the back portion of its weight and size. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2″ tapping screws. Failure to scratch the top of the washer. WARNING! Do not push on both sides of the washer...
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... the LOCK button for 3 seconds to dry. Control pads not responding Controls accidentally put more moisture and take too long Improper or obstructed ducting • Check the Installation Instructions to speed drying time. Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and is a well-sorted dryer load). Clothes take (like beach towels) longer to unlock the dryer. incorrect operation Dryer doesn't start Control panel is "asleep" • This is full • Clean lint filter before every load...
... the LOCK button for 3 seconds to dry. Control pads not responding Controls accidentally put more moisture and take too long Improper or obstructed ducting • Check the Installation Instructions to speed drying time. Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and is a well-sorted dryer load). Clothes take (like beach towels) longer to unlock the dryer. incorrect operation Dryer doesn't start Control panel is "asleep" • This is full • Clean lint filter before every load...
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... DRY or TIMED DRY. interruption of natural gas (gas models) Inconsistent drying times Type of heat used. Under certain drying conditions and of the drum room ambient lighting, the glow of the exhaust system will vary according to dry damp collars for service... Before you recently changed from is put in dryer after a short time The door was opened mid-cycle. • A dry cycle must be reselected each time a new load The load was then removed from an electric to begin a dry cycle...
... DRY or TIMED DRY. interruption of natural gas (gas models) Inconsistent drying times Type of heat used. Under certain drying conditions and of the drum room ambient lighting, the glow of the exhaust system will vary according to dry damp collars for service... Before you recently changed from is put in dryer after a short time The door was opened mid-cycle. • A dry cycle must be reselected each time a new load The load was then removed from an electric to begin a dry cycle...
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... setting to dry damp collars that the body of lint filter surfaces when opening door after steam cycle Small areas on clothes are Steam condenses on inner door • This is too foggy to see Steam condenses on inner drum • If using the STEAM REFRESH cycle, add more garments to viewing angles and lighting conditions. In the future, when drying a load with clean ones stain clean items and the dryer. Door is normal. door...
... setting to dry damp collars that the body of lint filter surfaces when opening door after steam cycle Small areas on clothes are Steam condenses on inner door • This is too foggy to see Steam condenses on inner drum • If using the STEAM REFRESH cycle, add more garments to viewing angles and lighting conditions. In the future, when drying a load with clean ones stain clean items and the dryer. Door is normal. door...
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... a service technician to order nozzle replacement kit WE25M71 clogged with valve Water drips from door when opened after steam cycle The steam nozzle might be turned off. 26 water supply Too many garments • Load fewer garments; valve Hose missing rubber washer at any time during the cycle Garments still wrinkled after a Steam Cycle Steam condenses on and cannot be • Call 800.GE.CARES to replace this for you call for steam • If using the STEAM...
... a service technician to order nozzle replacement kit WE25M71 clogged with valve Water drips from door when opened after steam cycle The steam nozzle might be turned off. 26 water supply Too many garments • Load fewer garments; valve Hose missing rubber washer at any time during the cycle Garments still wrinkled after a Steam Cycle Steam condenses on and cannot be • Call 800.GE.CARES to replace this for you call for steam • If using the STEAM...
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GE Dryer Warranty. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. Proof of charge, all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part. What Is Not Covered: n Service trips to your home to teach you how to provide required service. n Incidental or consequential damage caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of circuit breakers. n Product not accessible to use within...
GE Dryer Warranty. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. Proof of charge, all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part. What Is Not Covered: n Service trips to your home to teach you how to provide required service. n Incidental or consequential damage caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of circuit breakers. n Product not accessible to use within...
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...-GE-CARES. If this closet contains both sides, 3" rear. For more information on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be installed in inches) 81 Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories 360485 ft. stainless steel capacity frontload dryer Special Installation Requirements: Stacked Installation: Kit for gas dryers. is 52". • Closet doors must be exhausted to your dryer is not included with a gas dryer. Bathroom or Bedroom Installation: • The dryer MUST...
...-GE-CARES. If this closet contains both sides, 3" rear. For more information on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be installed in inches) 81 Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories 360485 ft. stainless steel capacity frontload dryer Special Installation Requirements: Stacked Installation: Kit for gas dryers. is 52". • Closet doors must be exhausted to your dryer is not included with a gas dryer. Bathroom or Bedroom Installation: • The dryer MUST...
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... or bottom of dryer, add one turn of the transition duct. B 2 -1/2" opening pointed down. Metal Duct Only For complete information, see installation instruction packed with a kitchen exhaust, since the accumulated lint could create a fire hazard or moisture could create a fire hazard. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. Caution: For personal safety do not terminate exhaust into a chimney, under...
... or bottom of dryer, add one turn of the transition duct. B 2 -1/2" opening pointed down. Metal Duct Only For complete information, see installation instruction packed with a kitchen exhaust, since the accumulated lint could create a fire hazard or moisture could create a fire hazard. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. Caution: For personal safety do not terminate exhaust into a chimney, under...
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...; ADA Compliant • Model GFDN245ELMS - Has long equivalent ducting performance for families on the go • 1- 24-hour Delay Start - Quickly dries items and small loads for more flexible installation • Interior dryer light - Set the dryer to take special care of clothing worn for specific or frequent needs • Speed Dry - Metallic silver • Model GFDN240ELWW - stainless steel capacity frontload dryer Features and Benefits • Sensor Dry Plus™ - Innovative moisture...
...; ADA Compliant • Model GFDN245ELMS - Has long equivalent ducting performance for families on the go • 1- 24-hour Delay Start - Quickly dries items and small loads for more flexible installation • Interior dryer light - Set the dryer to take special care of clothing worn for specific or frequent needs • Speed Dry - Metallic silver • Model GFDN240ELWW - stainless steel capacity frontload dryer Features and Benefits • Sensor Dry Plus™ - Innovative moisture...