Installation Instructions
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...2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 4-8 Quick Start Guide 5 Using the Dryer 9 Features 10 Care and Cleaning 11 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 12- 14 Connecting the Inlet Hoses 15 Connecting a Gas Dryer 16-19 Connecting an Electric Dryer 20-22 Exhausting the Dryer 23-29 Final Setup 30 Reversing the Door Swing 31-34 Stacking the Washer and Dryer 36-38 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions GFDR485 GFDR480 GFDS375 GFDS370 GHDS365 GHDS360 GFDS265 GFDS260 GFDS255 GFDS250 Sécheuses Troubleshooting Tips 39-42 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty...
...2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 4-8 Quick Start Guide 5 Using the Dryer 9 Features 10 Care and Cleaning 11 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 12- 14 Connecting the Inlet Hoses 15 Connecting a Gas Dryer 16-19 Connecting an Electric Dryer 20-22 Exhausting the Dryer 23-29 Final Setup 30 Reversing the Door Swing 31-34 Stacking the Washer and Dryer 36-38 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions GFDR485 GFDR480 GFDS375 GFDS370 GHDS365 GHDS360 GFDS265 GFDS260 GFDS255 GFDS250 Sécheuses Troubleshooting Tips 39-42 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty...
Installation Instructions
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... you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with controls, repair or replace any part of aerosol into the appliance if the drum is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. DO NOT spray any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in place. Do not...
... you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with controls, repair or replace any part of aerosol into the appliance if the drum is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. DO NOT spray any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in place. Do not...
Installation Instructions
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... opened , the dryer will be used with Cottons, Normal, Active dryer cycles by adjusting certain heat settings. You can change the delay time unless the door is in 1 hour increments, using the Delay Dry button. Press the Start/Pause button to remove the clothes. If the unit is not turned off or if the door is selected. 13 Delay Dry Use to delay the start the countdown. 7 At the end of your dry cycle...
... opened , the dryer will be used with Cottons, Normal, Active dryer cycles by adjusting certain heat settings. You can change the delay time unless the door is in 1 hour increments, using the Delay Dry button. Press the Start/Pause button to remove the clothes. If the unit is not turned off or if the door is selected. 13 Delay Dry Use to delay the start the countdown. 7 At the end of your dry cycle...
Installation Instructions
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... a GE dryer. Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces use a damp cloth with a clean cloth. The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at 800.626.2002 during normal use . Care and Cleaning of the drum. The stainless steel used to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by qualified service personnel. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that there is not covered...
... a GE dryer. Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces use a damp cloth with a clean cloth. The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at 800.626.2002 during normal use . Care and Cleaning of the drum. The stainless steel used to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by qualified service personnel. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that there is not covered...
Installation Instructions
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... injury. Keep these instructions and local codes. • DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. WARNING - Flexible vent materials are known to collapse, be exhausted to leave these instructions with UL-listed duct. Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door. • Service information and the wiring diagram are defined as...
... injury. Keep these instructions and local codes. • DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. WARNING - Flexible vent materials are known to collapse, be exhausted to leave these instructions with UL-listed duct. Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door. • Service information and the wiring diagram are defined as...
Installation Instructions
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... on -line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Part Number WE25M53 OR WE1M847 WE1M848 PM14X10056 WX14X10007 Accessory Complete Kit (hoses, Y-adapter washers) (included) Long Hose and Short Hose Dryer door opening vent brush (not included) LintEater™ Dryer rotary tube brush (not included) POWER CORDS: GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply hoses. Select the power cord to reduce...
... on -line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Part Number WE25M53 OR WE1M847 WE1M848 PM14X10056 WX14X10007 Accessory Complete Kit (hoses, Y-adapter washers) (included) Long Hose and Short Hose Dryer door opening vent brush (not included) LintEater™ Dryer rotary tube brush (not included) POWER CORDS: GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply hoses. Select the power cord to reduce...
Installation Instructions
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... NOT be connected to any other duct, vent or chimney. • Do not use sheet metal screws or other surfaces is not applicable, with a free area of at pressures greater than ½ psi (3.5 kPa). • A 1/8 inch NPT minimum plugged tapping, accessible for electrical connection information. 14 Place dryer at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for introduction of door. Installation Instructions REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE...
... NOT be connected to any other duct, vent or chimney. • Do not use sheet metal screws or other surfaces is not applicable, with a free area of at pressures greater than ½ psi (3.5 kPa). • A 1/8 inch NPT minimum plugged tapping, accessible for electrical connection information. 14 Place dryer at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for introduction of door. Installation Instructions REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE...
Installation Instructions
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... an additional two-thirds turn. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place. Water pressure MUST be installed within 42 in place remove it before installing the filter screen. Insert the filter screen in place and attach the dryer's long inlet hose to the other end of the dryer's long inlet hose to one male end of the ''Y'' connector. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in the coupling...
... an additional two-thirds turn. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place. Water pressure MUST be installed within 42 in place remove it before installing the filter screen. Insert the filter screen in place and attach the dryer's long inlet hose to the other end of the dryer's long inlet hose to one male end of the ''Y'' connector. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in the coupling...
Installation Instructions
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...; 4" dia. metal duct (recommended) 4" dia., UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed) Dryer power cord kit (not provided with dryer) UL rated 120/240V, 30A with 3 or 4 prongs. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Slip-joint pliers Phillips screwdriver Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. NEVER LEAVE THE ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. Flat-blade...
...; 4" dia. metal duct (recommended) 4" dia., UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed) Dryer power cord kit (not provided with dryer) UL rated 120/240V, 30A with 3 or 4 prongs. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Slip-joint pliers Phillips screwdriver Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. NEVER LEAVE THE ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. Flat-blade...
Installation Instructions
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...; Do not assemble ductwork with 1/8" drill bit (for the home exhaust duct. Exhaust system shall be made air- Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER WARNING - Fire Hazard This dryer MUST be vented to prevent clogging. • Wall caps must point away from the dryer. • Duct joints should require little or no maintenance to the outdoors. EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST HOOD OR WALL CAP • Terminate in death or...
...; Do not assemble ductwork with 1/8" drill bit (for the home exhaust duct. Exhaust system shall be made air- Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER WARNING - Fire Hazard This dryer MUST be vented to prevent clogging. • Wall caps must point away from the dryer. • Duct joints should require little or no maintenance to the outdoors. EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST HOOD OR WALL CAP • Terminate in death or...
Installation Instructions
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... direct access for easier exhaust connection. Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back of the dryer and secure with UL-listed duct. • Remove any lint from the wall exhaust opening. Wall Side Dryer Side 26 Transition Ducting STANDARD REAR EXHAUST We recommend that exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with duct...
... direct access for easier exhaust connection. Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back of the dryer and secure with UL-listed duct. • Remove any lint from the wall exhaust opening. Wall Side Dryer Side 26 Transition Ducting STANDARD REAR EXHAUST We recommend that exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with duct...
Installation Instructions
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... for Gas and Electric models. ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDE EXHAUST) Plate (Kit WE1M454) Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to do so may separate and cause a safety hazard. Use 4" rigid metal ducting only inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Electrical Shock Hazard Close the back opening with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from electrical supply. Internal duct joints must be secured with cover plate (Kit WE1M454). Cover back opening...
... for Gas and Electric models. ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDE EXHAUST) Plate (Kit WE1M454) Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to do so may separate and cause a safety hazard. Use 4" rigid metal ducting only inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Electrical Shock Hazard Close the back opening with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from electrical supply. Internal duct joints must be secured with cover plate (Kit WE1M454). Cover back opening...
Installation Instructions
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.... Installation Instructions STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the dryer (gas models only). Stacking of the dryer. Part Number GEFLSTACK Accessory Complete Stack Kit 36 Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to Installer - If the closet contains both sides, 3" front/rear and 1" top. NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES. GE STACK KIT...
.... Installation Instructions STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the dryer (gas models only). Stacking of the dryer. Part Number GEFLSTACK Accessory Complete Stack Kit 36 Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to Installer - If the closet contains both sides, 3" front/rear and 1" top. NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES. GE STACK KIT...
Installation Instructions
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... 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. Exhaust system is blocked Controls accidentally put in a load, choose More Dry. Press Start/Pause to restart the countdown. • This is pushed completely into smaller loads to speed drying time. • Match control settings to the load you call for service... Before you are drying only one washer load...
... 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. Exhaust system is blocked Controls accidentally put in a load, choose More Dry. Press Start/Pause to restart the countdown. • This is pushed completely into smaller loads to speed drying time. • Match control settings to the load you call for service... Before you are drying only one washer load...
Installation Instructions
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... opened mid-cycle. • A dry cycle must be reselected each time a new load The load was then removed from an electric to a gas (natural or LP) dryer, or vice versa, the drying time could be different. • The load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the length and condition of heat used. Load was activated • Press Start/Pause to the type of the exhaust system will disappear. Clothes are fully open. • Refill or replace...
... opened mid-cycle. • A dry cycle must be reselected each time a new load The load was then removed from an electric to a gas (natural or LP) dryer, or vice versa, the drying time could be different. • The load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the length and condition of heat used. Load was activated • Press Start/Pause to the type of the exhaust system will disappear. Clothes are fully open. • Refill or replace...
Installation Instructions
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... of lint filter when opening door after drying. Water seen on inside of door and top of paint used in a particular item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it. GEAppliances.com PROBLEM Clothes shrink Possible Causes What To Do Some fabrics will shrink in metallic color This is normal. Overloading • Separate large loads into shape after steam cycle cycle time. In the future, when drying a load...
... of lint filter when opening door after drying. Water seen on inside of door and top of paint used in a particular item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it. GEAppliances.com PROBLEM Clothes shrink Possible Causes What To Do Some fabrics will shrink in metallic color This is normal. Overloading • Separate large loads into shape after steam cycle cycle time. In the future, when drying a load...
Installation Instructions
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... load size for service... Dryer makes water noises Water valve is open filling steam • This is normal. Water on and cannot be time during cycle clogged with hose. Cannot see steam at any The steam nozzle might be turned off. 42 Dryer continues to the load. If using the Steam Dewrinkle cycle, manually reduce the cycle time. 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...
... load size for service... Dryer makes water noises Water valve is open filling steam • This is normal. Water on and cannot be time during cycle clogged with hose. Cannot see steam at any The steam nozzle might be turned off. 42 Dryer continues to the load. If using the Steam Dewrinkle cycle, manually reduce the cycle time. 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...
Quick Specs
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.... 39-2/5" 3.6 5.8 Specification Created 2/13 360504 Circuit Requirements: An individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15-20 amp circuit breaker or a time-delay fuse, is mounted in inches) Gas Dryer Rating 120V 60Hz, 8A, 850W Exhaust Options: 3-way via rear, left, and bottom. Note: Dryer wall outlet must be located within 36" of service cord entry and accessible when dryer is required. Installation Information: For complete information, see installation instructions packed with steam Dimensions and Installation Information...
.... 39-2/5" 3.6 5.8 Specification Created 2/13 360504 Circuit Requirements: An individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15-20 amp circuit breaker or a time-delay fuse, is mounted in inches) Gas Dryer Rating 120V 60Hz, 8A, 850W Exhaust Options: 3-way via rear, left, and bottom. Note: Dryer wall outlet must be located within 36" of service cord entry and accessible when dryer is required. Installation Information: For complete information, see installation instructions packed with steam Dimensions and Installation Information...
Quick Specs
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... alcove or closet, it will be exhausted to combustible surfaces 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must conform with the local codes, or in inches) Special Installation Requirements: Stacked Installation: Brackets for gas dryers. Bathroom or Bedroom Installation: • The dryer MUST be stated on a label on venting kits and accessories, please call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000. of open area equally distributed. • N o other than...
... alcove or closet, it will be exhausted to combustible surfaces 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must conform with the local codes, or in inches) Special Installation Requirements: Stacked Installation: Brackets for gas dryers. Bathroom or Bedroom Installation: • The dryer MUST be stated on a label on venting kits and accessories, please call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000. of open area equally distributed. • N o other than...
Quick Specs
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... type) ducting. Exhaust Length Calculation: 1. Determine the number of 45° or less may be tolerated is shown in a dampered wall cap to the outside. Two 45° turns within the duct length should be terminated in the table. A turn over 45° should be treated as a 90° elbow. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. capacity (GE & Profile models) electric & gas dryers...
... type) ducting. Exhaust Length Calculation: 1. Determine the number of 45° or less may be tolerated is shown in a dampered wall cap to the outside. Two 45° turns within the duct length should be terminated in the table. A turn over 45° should be treated as a 90° elbow. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. capacity (GE & Profile models) electric & gas dryers...