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Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 4-7 Quick Start 5 Using the Dryer 8 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 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. 234D2270P001 49-90520 04-14 GE
Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 4-7 Quick Start 5 Using the Dryer 8 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 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. 234D2270P001 49-90520 04-14 GE
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... specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Items contaminated with controls, repair or replace any time. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 This is moving. DO NOT install ... lint screen before servicing. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could cause a load to play on or near children. Keep area around your dryer. These words are defined as they give off the circuit breaker before or after each load. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which , ...
... specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Items contaminated with controls, repair or replace any time. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 This is moving. DO NOT install ... lint screen before servicing. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could cause a load to play on or near children. Keep area around your dryer. These words are defined as they give off the circuit breaker before or after each load. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which , ...
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GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or any other appliance. - DO NOT use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in your ... room, building, or area of fire or explosion or to prevent damage, personal injury, or death. - Gas appliances can be minimized by properly venting the dryer to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of this manual must be followed to light any appliance. •...
GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or any other appliance. - DO NOT use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in your ... room, building, or area of fire or explosion or to prevent damage, personal injury, or death. - Gas appliances can be minimized by properly venting the dryer to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of this manual must be followed to light any appliance. •...
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... of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from dryer. WARNING! Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such ...Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. DO NOT dry anything flammable on it (including cooking oils). About the dryer control panel. To reduce the risk of oil on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle. Fire Hazard No washer can ...
... of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from dryer. WARNING! Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such ...Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. DO NOT dry anything flammable on it (including cooking oils). About the dryer control panel. To reduce the risk of oil on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle. Fire Hazard No washer can ...
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... dry cycle dial to "wake up" the display. When max time is not recommended to turn the dryer off. Select the Temp. 4. These default settings can be used if the previous cycle left in dryer for small loads. If the display is also recommended for an extended time. Close the door. 5. See...
... dry cycle dial to "wake up" the display. When max time is not recommended to turn the dryer off. Select the Temp. 4. These default settings can be used if the previous cycle left in dryer for small loads. If the display is also recommended for an extended time. Close the door. 5. See...
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...Klebsiella pneumoniae*. Low For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. More Dry Dry Less Dry Use for energy saving. If the dryer is used during a portion of fabrics. When the moisture in the load. Significantly NOTE: A single extremely light fabric item may reduces .... *The Sanitize Cycle is Certified by NSF International to 5 garments. High For regular to Steam Refresh Cycle, the unit will pause the dryer. Use for lighter fabric (ideal for most loads. Medium For synthetics, blends and items labeled Permanent Press. Dewrinkle cycles. Use for normal ...
...Klebsiella pneumoniae*. Low For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. More Dry Dry Less Dry Use for energy saving. If the dryer is used during a portion of fabrics. When the moisture in the load. Significantly NOTE: A single extremely light fabric item may reduces .... *The Sanitize Cycle is Certified by NSF International to 5 garments. High For regular to Steam Refresh Cycle, the unit will pause the dryer. Use for lighter fabric (ideal for most loads. Medium For synthetics, blends and items labeled Permanent Press. Dewrinkle cycles. Use for normal ...
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...lock the controls to prevent any options. 2. The Damp Alert will only beep when this option selected. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by adding approximately 60 The estimated time remaining display will disappear after clothes are "0:00". NOTE: The Power button can still be ...in the load. The lights will continue until Then lights will calculate and display the approximate time remaining. 7 dry. To lock the dryer, press and hold the selections from being made to select low, medium or high volume, will still be removed when the beeper ...
...lock the controls to prevent any options. 2. The Damp Alert will only beep when this option selected. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by adding approximately 60 The estimated time remaining display will disappear after clothes are "0:00". NOTE: The Power button can still be ...in the load. The lights will continue until Then lights will calculate and display the approximate time remaining. 7 dry. To lock the dryer, press and hold the selections from being made to select low, medium or high volume, will still be removed when the beeper ...
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... Permanent Press/ wrinkle resistant Gentle/ delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used in this dryer when used with the manufacturer's instructions. Using the dryer. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the dryer. For example, do not wash) Medium Low No heat/air Special instructions Line dry/ hang to...
... Permanent Press/ wrinkle resistant Gentle/ delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used in this dryer when used with the manufacturer's instructions. Using the dryer. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the dryer. For example, do not wash) Medium Low No heat/air Special instructions Line dry/ hang to...
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... Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use a damp cloth with a mild, nonabrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. NEVER OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS FILTER IN PLACE. Remove the cleaner residue and then dry with a damp cloth. These surface blemishes will not rust or corrode. .... Make sure that the inside the duct or hood. Pull out the lint filter. If the dryer drum should be damaged by phone at least once a year to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE dryer. Care and Cleaning of the drum. Moisten your warranty.
... Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use a damp cloth with a mild, nonabrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. NEVER OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS FILTER IN PLACE. Remove the cleaner residue and then dry with a damp cloth. These surface blemishes will not rust or corrode. .... Make sure that the inside the duct or hood. Pull out the lint filter. If the dryer drum should be damaged by phone at least once a year to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE dryer. Care and Cleaning of the drum. Moisten your warranty.
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Hinge Screws BEFORE YOU START Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet. 8 - Beauty Buttons 2 - Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired) IMPORTANT NOTES • Read the instructions all references to reverse the ...
Hinge Screws BEFORE YOU START Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet. 8 - Beauty Buttons 2 - Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired) IMPORTANT NOTES • Read the instructions all references to reverse the ...
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... 2 machine screws removed earlier. Hinge Hinge Cover 4 REINSTALL HINGE COVER A. 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. Hold the hinge in place and turn the door over...
... 2 machine screws removed earlier. Hinge Hinge Cover 4 REINSTALL HINGE COVER A. 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. Hold the hinge in place and turn the door over...
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... ease this step, the hinge has keyholes that allow a partially fastened screw to the uppermost screw hole. Align the outer ring in dryer and hang door from it Then secure with all screws B. Switch the strike bracket and its cover to the opposite side by installing the other 3 ...
... ease this step, the hinge has keyholes that allow a partially fastened screw to the uppermost screw hole. Align the outer ring in dryer and hang door from it Then secure with all screws B. Switch the strike bracket and its cover to the opposite side by installing the other 3 ...
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... other fuel-burning appliance shall be given to Consumer - Stacking of Utility Services. REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION • Your dryer is the responsibility of open area equally distributed. GE STACK KIT: Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by a qualified installer. • Proper installation is approved for...
... other fuel-burning appliance shall be given to Consumer - Stacking of Utility Services. REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION • Your dryer is the responsibility of open area equally distributed. GE STACK KIT: Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by a qualified installer. • Proper installation is approved for...
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... leg brackets 15 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. Carefully lay the dryer on its side. INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. ... 1/2" screws 4 rubber pads B. Continue using the carton to remove the dryer leveling legs. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over all 4 leveling legs 2 INSTALL RUBBER PADS TO DRYER BASE Locate the 4 rubber pads in front of the installation location. Use an open...
... leg brackets 15 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. Carefully lay the dryer on its side. INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. ... 1/2" screws 4 rubber pads B. Continue using the carton to remove the dryer leveling legs. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over all 4 leveling legs 2 INSTALL RUBBER PADS TO DRYER BASE Locate the 4 rubber pads in front of the installation location. Use an open...
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...WASHER (cont.) B. Place the washer in pinched fingers. Make sure the washer is not reversible. 5 INSTALL DRYER AND BRACKET ON WASHER A. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. See dryer Installation Instructions for details. D. Place the washer in personal injury or death. 16 6 FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION A. ...The washer door swing is level. Protect the washer control panel with the brackets. Be sure to lift the dryer high enough to lift the dryer into place. More than two people are attached to washer Installation Instructions for details. Refer to the washer Installation ...
...WASHER (cont.) B. Place the washer in pinched fingers. Make sure the washer is not reversible. 5 INSTALL DRYER AND BRACKET ON WASHER A. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. See dryer Installation Instructions for details. D. Place the washer in personal injury or death. 16 6 FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION A. ...The washer door swing is level. Protect the washer control panel with the brackets. Be sure to lift the dryer high enough to lift the dryer into place. More than two people are attached to washer Installation Instructions for details. Refer to the washer Installation ...
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... the Installation Instructions to make sure both are operating. • Do not put in a load, choose More Dry. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall...smaller loads to speed drying time. • Match control settings to the load you call for service. Load consists of a mixture of moisture in the dryer at a time. • If you are drying. • Clean lint filter before every load. • Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. ...
... the Installation Instructions to make sure both are operating. • Do not put in a load, choose More Dry. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall...smaller loads to speed drying time. • Match control settings to the load you call for service. Load consists of a mixture of moisture in the dryer at a time. • If you are drying. • Clean lint filter before every load. • Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. ...
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... could be reselected each time a new load The load was already dry except for service... During extended tumbling, the time remaining is tripped; Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and is not displayed. LP gas supply tank ...replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Gas service is normal. when a smaller load than usual is drying Cannot make a selection and the dryer beeps twice The dryness Level, Temp or option that you are trying to select is incompatible with collars and waistbands, choose More Dry. Clean...
... could be reselected each time a new load The load was already dry except for service... During extended tumbling, the time remaining is tripped; Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the building's fuse/circuit breaker box and is not displayed. LP gas supply tank ...replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Gas service is normal. when a smaller load than usual is drying Cannot make a selection and the dryer beeps twice The dryness Level, Temp or option that you are trying to select is incompatible with collars and waistbands, choose More Dry. Clean...
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...shrinkage in a particular item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it. Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used in the dryer. • Some items may occur due to see clothes during a steam cycle Steam condenses on these surfaces • This is normal.... to dry only clean items. Dirty items can be pressed back into smaller ones. Greasy spots on fabric softener package. • Use your dryer to Less Dry or Damp. • Try a fabric softener. Static occurs No fabric softener was used for this section under Static occurs. Collars...
...shrinkage in a particular item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it. Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used in the dryer. • Some items may occur due to see clothes during a steam cycle Steam condenses on these surfaces • This is normal.... to dry only clean items. Dirty items can be pressed back into smaller ones. Greasy spots on fabric softener package. • Use your dryer to Less Dry or Damp. • Try a fabric softener. Static occurs No fabric softener was used for this section under Static occurs. Collars...
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...off. 20 Water on inner door • This is normal. 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 valve Hose missing rubber washer at different times in the cycle •... Garments still wrinkled Too many garments after steam cycle • Load fewer garments; generator Steam generator is dispensing • This is normal. Dryer makes water noises Water valve is open filling steam • This is normal. For the Steam Refresh cycle, Ext Tumble/Wrinkle Care will ...
...off. 20 Water on inner door • This is normal. 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 valve Hose missing rubber washer at different times in the cycle •... Garments still wrinkled Too many garments after steam cycle • Load fewer garments; generator Steam generator is dispensing • This is normal. Dryer makes water noises Water valve is open filling steam • This is normal. For the Steam Refresh cycle, Ext Tumble/Wrinkle Care will ...
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... customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by possible defects with this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of the dryer which are working as described in the Owner's Manual. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ Please have serial number and model number available when calling ... of charge, all labor and related service costs to your receipt here. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
... customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by possible defects with this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of the dryer which are working as described in the Owner's Manual. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ Please have serial number and model number available when calling ... of charge, all labor and related service costs to your receipt here. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. GE.CARES (800.432.2737).