Use and Care Manual
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Dryers Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions . . . 4-5 Control Panel 4 Dryer Features 6 Loading and Using the Dryer. . . . . . 6 Venting the Dryer 8 Care and Cleaning 7 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . 9-10 Consumer Support Consumer Support 12 Warranty 11 Owner's Manual Write the model and serial number here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 234D2431P003 49-90550 11-15 GE Printed in Mexico
Dryers Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions . . . 4-5 Control Panel 4 Dryer Features 6 Loading and Using the Dryer. . . . . . 6 Venting the Dryer 8 Care and Cleaning 7 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . 9-10 Consumer Support Consumer Support 12 Warranty 11 Owner's Manual Write the model and serial number here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 234D2431P003 49-90550 11-15 GE Printed in Mexico
Use and Care Manual
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... operate the dryer without the lint filter in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions. Do not use heat to cooking oils in published user repair instructions that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with controls, repair or replace any part of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. All safety messages will follow basic precautions, including the following: „ Read all instructions before servicing. Pressing the Power or Start...
... operate the dryer without the lint filter in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions. Do not use heat to cooking oils in published user repair instructions that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with controls, repair or replace any part of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. All safety messages will follow basic precautions, including the following: „ Read all instructions before servicing. Pressing the Power or Start...
Use and Care Manual
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Remove the bulb and replace with the Time Dry cycle. „ Do not use in all GE Dryers when used in a GE dryer. Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack extends into the dryer drum. Drum Lamp (on -line at 800.626.2002 during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode. If your model did not come with do not wash) Medium Low No heat/air Special instructions Line dry/ hang to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect...
Remove the bulb and replace with the Time Dry cycle. „ Do not use in all GE Dryers when used in a GE dryer. Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack extends into the dryer drum. Drum Lamp (on -line at 800.626.2002 during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode. If your model did not come with do not wash) Medium Low No heat/air Special instructions Line dry/ hang to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect...
Use and Care Manual
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... inside the dryer cabinet. Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the outdoors. DO NOT install a screen in death or fire. For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be exhausted to the home exhaust. DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or concealed space of a building. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 8 Carefully follow these instructions can...
... inside the dryer cabinet. Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the outdoors. DO NOT install a screen in death or fire. For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be exhausted to the home exhaust. DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or concealed space of a building. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 8 Carefully follow these instructions can...
Use and Care Manual
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...'s instructions. • Try a fabric softener. • Adjust setting to Less Dry. • Try a fabric softener. Review the charts on clothes Static occurs Inconsistent drying times Possible Causes Dryer is unplugged Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped What To Do • Make sure the dryer plug is full • Clean lint screen before drying. Some shaking/noise is off • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Improper use...
...'s instructions. • Try a fabric softener. • Adjust setting to Less Dry. • Try a fabric softener. Review the charts on clothes Static occurs Inconsistent drying times Possible Causes Dryer is unplugged Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped What To Do • Make sure the dryer plug is full • Clean lint screen before drying. Some shaking/noise is off • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Improper use...
Use and Care Manual
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... loads into shape after cycle ends Overloading • Select a shorter drying time. • Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of heavy fabrics (like beach towels) Controls improperly set Lint filter is full Improper or obstructed ducting Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker Overloading/combining loads Underloading What To Do • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is correct. • Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers...
... loads into shape after cycle ends Overloading • Select a shorter drying time. • Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of heavy fabrics (like beach towels) Controls improperly set Lint filter is full Improper or obstructed ducting Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker Overloading/combining loads Underloading What To Do • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is correct. • Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers...
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... the light bulb. „ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. „ Damage to the product caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Proof of charge, all labor and related service costs to obtain support under the warranty. GE Dryer Warranty. All warranty support provided by accident, fire, floods or acts of the dryer which fails due to operation in freezing temperatures...
... the light bulb. „ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. „ Damage to the product caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Proof of charge, all labor and related service costs to obtain support under the warranty. GE Dryer Warranty. All warranty support provided by accident, fire, floods or acts of the dryer which fails due to operation in freezing temperatures...
Installation Instructions
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.... • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to Installer - 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 located in the control console. • Do not allow children on or in minor or moderate injury. Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Dryers 05 Questions...
.... • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to Installer - 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 located in the control console. • Do not allow children on or in minor or moderate injury. Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Dryers 05 Questions...
Installation Instructions
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..., caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Remove literature and bag containing accessories. GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply hoses. Part Number WE25X20060 OR WE1M847 WE01X22395 PM14X10056 WX14X10007 2 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) Installation Instructions State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: The...
..., caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Remove literature and bag containing accessories. GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply hoses. Part Number WE25X20060 OR WE1M847 WE01X22395 PM14X10056 WX14X10007 2 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) Installation Instructions State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: The...
Installation Instructions
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... dryer. NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION OF THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER THAN 0" OF REAR CLEARANCE. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as a gas dryer. • The dryer must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of the exhaust vent. • Provide an opening are: 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must be installed immediately upstream of factory specified parts...
... dryer. NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION OF THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER THAN 0" OF REAR CLEARANCE. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as a gas dryer. • The dryer must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of the exhaust vent. • Provide an opening are: 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must be installed immediately upstream of factory specified parts...
Installation Instructions
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... to allow both inlet hoses to make that connection at the bottom of the washer's inlet hose. Check for leaks around the ''Y'' connector, faucet and hose couplings. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch. Installation Instructions CONNECTING INLET HOSES CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on some models) To produce steam, the dryer must also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector is in place and...
... to allow both inlet hoses to make that connection at the bottom of the washer's inlet hose. Check for leaks around the ''Y'' connector, faucet and hose couplings. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch. Installation Instructions CONNECTING INLET HOSES CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on some models) To produce steam, the dryer must also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector is in place and...
Installation Instructions
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... NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223. 6 Installation Instructions CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for test gauge connection, must be the T-handle type. • A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. 1-7/8" 3-1/8" 3/8" NPT MALE THREAD GAS SUPPLY NOTE: Add to vertical dimension the distance between cabinet bottom to do so can convert this dryer a flexible metal connector (listed connector ANSI Z21.24/CSA 6.10). elevation. ADJUSTING FOR ELEVATION • Gas clothes dryers input ratings are...
... NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223. 6 Installation Instructions CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for test gauge connection, must be the T-handle type. • A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. 1-7/8" 3-1/8" 3/8" NPT MALE THREAD GAS SUPPLY NOTE: Add to vertical dimension the distance between cabinet bottom to do so can convert this dryer a flexible metal connector (listed connector ANSI Z21.24/CSA 6.10). elevation. ADJUSTING FOR ELEVATION • Gas clothes dryers input ratings are...
Installation Instructions
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... needed) ˆ Dryer power cord kit (not provided with dryer) UL rated 120/240V, 30A with 3 or 4 prongs. Identify the plug type as per the house receptacle before purchasing line cord. ˆ 4" Cover Plate (Kit WE1M454) 9 Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ˆSlip-joint pliers ˆPhillips screwdriver Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical...
... needed) ˆ Dryer power cord kit (not provided with dryer) UL rated 120/240V, 30A with 3 or 4 prongs. Identify the plug type as per the house receptacle before purchasing line cord. ˆ 4" Cover Plate (Kit WE1M454) 9 Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ˆSlip-joint pliers ˆPhillips screwdriver Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical...
Installation Instructions
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... throughout the entire length of the duct over the exhaust duct. Keep the duct as straight as possible for the home exhaust vent. DO NOT install a screen in its full length. PM8X73 or WX8X73) may be used . • Never install transition duct in the exhaust length table. Fire Hazard CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT This dryer MUST be used , then UL-LISTED flexible metal clothes dryer transition duct (GE parts - DO NOT use duct longer than specified...
... throughout the entire length of the duct over the exhaust duct. Keep the duct as straight as possible for the home exhaust vent. DO NOT install a screen in its full length. PM8X73 or WX8X73) may be used . • Never install transition duct in the exhaust length table. Fire Hazard CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT This dryer MUST be used , then UL-LISTED flexible metal clothes dryer transition duct (GE parts - DO NOT use duct longer than specified...
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... the drying times and the energy cost. • Reduce the dryer life. • Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard. EXHAUST LENGTH Using exhaust longer than 45° should be treated like one 90° elbow. • For every additional 90° elbow, reduce the allowable vent system length by the warranty. Problems due to incorrect installation are necessary. • DO NOT use elbows when turns are...
... the drying times and the energy cost. • Reduce the dryer life. • Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard. EXHAUST LENGTH Using exhaust longer than 45° should be treated like one 90° elbow. • For every additional 90° elbow, reduce the allowable vent system length by the warranty. Problems due to incorrect installation are necessary. • DO NOT use elbows when turns are...
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Wall Internal Duct Opening Check that you install your dryer before installing your washer. Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back of the dryer and secure with UL-listed duct. • Remove any lint from the dryer. • Duct joints should be inspected and cleaned at turns and joints. Transition Ducting 14 SEPARATION OF TURNS • For best performance, separate all turns by wrapping the overlapped joints with duct tape...
Wall Internal Duct Opening Check that you install your dryer before installing your washer. Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back of the dryer and secure with UL-listed duct. • Remove any lint from the dryer. • Duct joints should be inspected and cleaned at turns and joints. Transition Ducting 14 SEPARATION OF TURNS • For best performance, separate all turns by wrapping the overlapped joints with duct tape...
Installation Instructions
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... use . otherwise, they may separate and cause a safety hazard. ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET 1 LEVEL THE DRYER Stand the dryer upright near the final location and adjust the leveling legs at the front inner corners, taking care that they are touching the floor to -back. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) FINAL SETUP SIDE OR BOTTOM VENTING (cont.) ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT...
... use . otherwise, they may separate and cause a safety hazard. ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET 1 LEVEL THE DRYER Stand the dryer upright near the final location and adjust the leveling legs at the front inner corners, taking care that they are touching the floor to -back. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) FINAL SETUP SIDE OR BOTTOM VENTING (cont.) ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT...
Quick Specs
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... INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION: - in . of open area equally distributed. - Ft. N o other surfaces are : 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must conform with the National Electric Code and National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223 for installation in the absence of 120 sq. T he dryer MUST be exhausted to the outside. - GTD33EASK GE Appliances 7.2 Cu. Capacity Aluminized Alloy Drum Electric Dryer DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATION INFORMATION (IN INCHES) 22 1/2" 26 3/4" 27" POWER CORD 4 1/2" 11 3/4" ELECTRIC DRYER RATING...
... INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION: - in . of open area equally distributed. - Ft. N o other surfaces are : 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must conform with the National Electric Code and National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223 for installation in the absence of 120 sq. T he dryer MUST be exhausted to the outside. - GTD33EASK GE Appliances 7.2 Cu. Capacity Aluminized Alloy Drum Electric Dryer DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATION INFORMATION (IN INCHES) 22 1/2" 26 3/4" 27" POWER CORD 4 1/2" 11 3/4" ELECTRIC DRYER RATING...
Quick Specs
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... opening 0 120 ft. 90 ft. Long Vent 6.1-7.24-1c/2u. Two 45° elbows will be necessary to connect the dryer to the side or bottom of dryer, add one turn. 2. The maximum length of lint and grease could cause damage. When calculating the total vent system length, you exhaust to the house vent using flexible metal (foil type) ducting. Capacity Aluminized Alloy Drum Electric Dryer GE Dryer Vent GE Dryer Vent FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION, SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...
... opening 0 120 ft. 90 ft. Long Vent 6.1-7.24-1c/2u. Two 45° elbows will be necessary to connect the dryer to the side or bottom of dryer, add one turn. 2. The maximum length of lint and grease could cause damage. When calculating the total vent system length, you exhaust to the house vent using flexible metal (foil type) ducting. Capacity Aluminized Alloy Drum Electric Dryer GE Dryer Vent GE Dryer Vent FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION, SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...
Quick Specs
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... Alloy Drum Electric Dryer FEATURES AND BENEFITS Aluminized alloy drum - Offer a choice of drying temperatures for personalized fabric care. Ft. Up to meet laundry room needs Model GTD33EASKWW - Make it simple to set cycles Up-front lint filter - Improves energy efficiency and resists corrosion 3 heat selections - White GTX33EASKWW_GTX33GASKWW_GTX33GASKWW_GTD33GASKWW Specification Revised 5/16 For clothes that come out feeling and looking great, this setting monitors air temperature to set the optimal drying time Rotary electromechanical controls - Door opening can be reversed...
... Alloy Drum Electric Dryer FEATURES AND BENEFITS Aluminized alloy drum - Offer a choice of drying temperatures for personalized fabric care. Ft. Up to meet laundry room needs Model GTD33EASKWW - Make it simple to set cycles Up-front lint filter - Improves energy efficiency and resists corrosion 3 heat selections - White GTX33EASKWW_GTX33GASKWW_GTX33GASKWW_GTD33GASKWW Specification Revised 5/16 For clothes that come out feeling and looking great, this setting monitors air temperature to set the optimal drying time Rotary electromechanical controls - Door opening can be reversed...
