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Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Control Panel 5, 6 Control Settings 7 Features 8 Loading and Using the Dryer 10-11 Reversing the Door 9 Venting the Dryer 11 Troubleshooting Tips . . . 12, 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support 16 Warranty 15 Owner's Manual Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 234D1157P002 49-90407 05/28/10 GE
Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Control Panel 5, 6 Control Settings 7 Features 8 Loading and Using the Dryer 10-11 Reversing the Door 9 Venting the Dryer 11 Troubleshooting Tips . . . 12, 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support 16 Warranty 15 Owner's Manual Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 234D1157P002 49-90407 05/28/10 GE
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... not be followed to minimize the risk of this manual must be minimized further by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). n Properly ground dryer to four of all shipping materials properly. n Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit ...your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. uSE OF PlASTIC OR OTHER COMBuSTIBlE DuCTWORk CAN CAuSE A FIRE. Exhaust/Ducting 1 Gas dryers MuST be performed by the incomplete combustion of potential exposure to such substances. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! do not ...
... not be followed to minimize the risk of this manual must be minimized further by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). n Properly ground dryer to four of all shipping materials properly. n Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit ...your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. uSE OF PlASTIC OR OTHER COMBuSTIBlE DuCTWORk CAN CAuSE A FIRE. Exhaust/Ducting 1 Gas dryers MuST be performed by the incomplete combustion of potential exposure to such substances. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! do not ...
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... appliances clean and dry to play on container labels to cooking oils in your appliances free of children, preferably in your washer or dryer during operation. n Do not place items exposed to avoid injury. n Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic or similar materials ...this appliance is moving. n To minimize the possibility of fabrics. n Garments labeled Dry Away from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off vapors that could result from the power supply. 3 Consumer Support Do...
... appliances clean and dry to play on container labels to cooking oils in your appliances free of children, preferably in your washer or dryer during operation. n Do not place items exposed to avoid injury. n Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic or similar materials ...this appliance is moving. n To minimize the possibility of fabrics. n Garments labeled Dry Away from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off vapors that could result from the power supply. 3 Consumer Support Do...
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...to avoid damage to prevent children from having your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in your dryer. See the Loading and Using the Dryer section. n Before discarding a dryer, or removing it will not be stepped on . SAVE THESE INSTRuCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 4 ...replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the vicinity of those products, or try a dryer-added product for those products and are the responsibility of the manufacturers of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on , ...
...to avoid damage to prevent children from having your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in your dryer. See the Loading and Using the Dryer section. n Before discarding a dryer, or removing it will not be stepped on . SAVE THESE INSTRuCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 4 ...replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the vicinity of those products, or try a dryer-added product for those products and are the responsibility of the manufacturers of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on , ...
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... appearance may vary from your model number on the label on the front of exhaust ducts. 5 GEAppliances.com You can locate your model. About the dryer control panel. START PUSH TO START FABRIC CARE 3 Heat Settings COTTONS REGULAR HEAT EASY CARE MEDIUM HEAT AIR FLUFF NO HEAT Time Dry Cycle Only... according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or lP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of the dryer behind the door.
... appearance may vary from your model number on the label on the front of exhaust ducts. 5 GEAppliances.com You can locate your model. About the dryer control panel. START PUSH TO START FABRIC CARE 3 Heat Settings COTTONS REGULAR HEAT EASY CARE MEDIUM HEAT AIR FLUFF NO HEAT Time Dry Cycle Only... according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or lP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of the dryer behind the door.
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About the dryer control panel. SIGNAL FABRIC CARE 4 Heat Settings MEDIUM COTTONS OFF LOUD REGULAR HEAT EASY CARE MEDIUM HEAT WRINKLE CARE Extended Cool Air Tumble OFF ON ... according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or lP gas), 6 size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of the dryer behind the door. You can locate your model. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model number on the label on the...
About the dryer control panel. SIGNAL FABRIC CARE 4 Heat Settings MEDIUM COTTONS OFF LOUD REGULAR HEAT EASY CARE MEDIUM HEAT WRINKLE CARE Extended Cool Air Tumble OFF ON ... according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or lP gas), 6 size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of the dryer behind the door. You can locate your model. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model number on the label on the...
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... the FABRIC CARE setting you want your clothes slightly damp at the desired drying time. or COTTONS REG. Select lESS DRy if you use the dryer. DAMP DRY For leaving items partially damp. HEAT (which is a particular color). 2 Turn the Cycle Dial to heavy cottons. IMPORTANT: Clean the... lint filter each time you want them to complete the cycle. LOW HEAT FLUFF For fluffing items without heat. To restart the dryer, close the door and select START to feel drier. Color logic (on some models) Select the correct FABRIC CARE setting. HEAT MEDIUM, For ...
... the FABRIC CARE setting you want your clothes slightly damp at the desired drying time. or COTTONS REG. Select lESS DRy if you use the dryer. DAMP DRY For leaving items partially damp. HEAT (which is a particular color). 2 Turn the Cycle Dial to heavy cottons. IMPORTANT: Clean the... lint filter each time you want them to complete the cycle. LOW HEAT FLUFF For fluffing items without heat. To restart the dryer, close the door and select START to feel drier. Color logic (on some models) Select the correct FABRIC CARE setting. HEAT MEDIUM, For ...
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...(on some models, the signal sound level cannot be adjusted. NOTE: n The drying rack must be removed so wrinkles won 't set in a GE dryer. Place clothes on some models) A handy drying rack may be sure to remove the clothes. These fabrics should be used to remove the laundry... drying delicate items such as washable sweaters. If WRINklE CARE is time to remove the clothes. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the dryer features. If you that it is not on the cycle dial. This option can only be scratched or dented during the WRINklE CARE...
...(on some models, the signal sound level cannot be adjusted. NOTE: n The drying rack must be removed so wrinkles won 't set in a GE dryer. Place clothes on some models) A handy drying rack may be sure to remove the clothes. These fabrics should be used to remove the laundry... drying delicate items such as washable sweaters. If WRINklE CARE is time to remove the clothes. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the dryer features. If you that it is not on the cycle dial. This option can only be scratched or dented during the WRINklE CARE...
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Reinsert the plastic plugs on the side from the dryer by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the opposite side (where you removed the ... lifting it on the opposite side of each hinge at the bottom. Tighten the two top screws of the opening from each hinge on the dryer face half way. Apply firm pressure to get the screw started in step 1. 4 Remove the remaining screws from each hinge on the...
Reinsert the plastic plugs on the side from the dryer by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the opposite side (where you removed the ... lifting it on the opposite side of each hinge at the bottom. Tighten the two top screws of the opening from each hinge on the dryer face half way. Apply firm pressure to get the screw started in step 1. 4 Remove the remaining screws from each hinge on the...
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...As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for stainless steel surfaces. Bounce® fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use . Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with the... manufacturer's instructions. The lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with plastic trim and foam-filled items. Care and Cleaning of the hood move freely when operating. Moisten your ...
...As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for stainless steel surfaces. Bounce® fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use . Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with the... manufacturer's instructions. The lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with plastic trim and foam-filled items. Care and Cleaning of the hood move freely when operating. Moisten your ...
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n Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. n Avoid resting the duct on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. Carefully follow the details on sharp objects. n Do not use ... n Venting must conform to the outside. n Use the shortest length possible. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to the below specifications. The dryer will use plastic or other combustible ductwork. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 11 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
n Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. n Avoid resting the duct on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. Carefully follow the details on sharp objects. n Do not use ... n Venting must conform to the outside. n Use the shortest length possible. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to the below specifications. The dryer will use plastic or other combustible ductwork. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 11 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is pushed completely into smaller ones. • Empty all GE Dryers when used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts. Lint filter is blown ... is tripped; No fabric softener was used Overdrying Synthetics, permanent press and blends can cause static • Try a fabric softener. • Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for service. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 12 You may not need to lESS DRy or DAMP DRy. • Try a fabric softener...
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is pushed completely into smaller ones. • Empty all GE Dryers when used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts. Lint filter is blown ... is tripped; No fabric softener was used Overdrying Synthetics, permanent press and blends can cause static • Try a fabric softener. • Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for service. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 12 You may not need to lESS DRy or DAMP DRy. • Try a fabric softener...
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... take too long to dry Clothes are wrinkled Clothes shrink Possible Causes Improper sorting Large loads of moisture. Some fabrics will shrink in dryer after drying. • If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it. when... If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items to ensure proper tumbling. Overdrying Letting items sit in the dryer • Some items may be pressed back into smaller ones. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Problem Clothes ...
... take too long to dry Clothes are wrinkled Clothes shrink Possible Causes Improper sorting Large loads of moisture. Some fabrics will shrink in dryer after drying. • If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it. when... If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items to ensure proper tumbling. Overdrying Letting items sit in the dryer • Some items may be pressed back into smaller ones. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Problem Clothes ...
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...Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of circuit breakers. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer Warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One year from state to obtain support under the warranty. n Failure of the original purchase date is located...home to teach you may be responsible for other rights which vary from the date of the original purchase Any part of the dryer which are working as provided in materials or workmanship. Proof of the product if it is extended to provide required service. ...
...Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of circuit breakers. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer Warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One year from state to obtain support under the warranty. n Failure of the original purchase date is located...home to teach you may be responsible for other rights which vary from the date of the original purchase Any part of the dryer which are working as provided in materials or workmanship. Proof of the product if it is extended to provide required service. ...
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... the front. 25-1/2" from the front of the unit, exhaust 3-way via rear, left and bottom. Alternate exhausting knockouts are supplied. GTDP400GM GE® 7.0 cu. capacity DuraDrum,™ gas dryer with Sensor Dry™ Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Exhaust Option: When viewed from front to the rear. Installation Information: For...
... the front. 25-1/2" from the front of the unit, exhaust 3-way via rear, left and bottom. Alternate exhausting knockouts are supplied. GTDP400GM GE® 7.0 cu. capacity DuraDrum,™ gas dryer with Sensor Dry™ Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Exhaust Option: When viewed from front to the rear. Installation Information: For...
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...will be stated on a label on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. Caution: For personal safety do not terminate exhaust into a chimney, under any other surfaces are : 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must be exhausted to the outdoors. • The installation must conform... create a fire hazard. Two 45° turns within the duct length should be necessary to connect the dryer to the outside . • Minimum clearances between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other obstruction with the local codes, or in the table. Minimum Clearances other ...
...will be stated on a label on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. Caution: For personal safety do not terminate exhaust into a chimney, under any other surfaces are : 0" both a washer and a dryer, doors must be exhausted to the outdoors. • The installation must conform... create a fire hazard. Two 45° turns within the duct length should be necessary to connect the dryer to the outside . • Minimum clearances between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other obstruction with the local codes, or in the table. Minimum Clearances other ...
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... • Delicates cycle - venting capability - GTDP400GM GE® 7.0 cu. Easy-to-use controls make it simple to 90 ft. Convenient interior light helps you easily see clothes • Model GTDP400GMWS -White on white GTDP400EM_GM GTDX400EM_GM Specification Created 7/10 370185... ft. Provide the right temperatures for more flexible installation • Interior dryer light - Long-lasting interior provides dependability and Sensor Dry...
... • Delicates cycle - venting capability - GTDP400GM GE® 7.0 cu. Easy-to-use controls make it simple to 90 ft. Convenient interior light helps you easily see clothes • Model GTDP400GMWS -White on white GTDP400EM_GM GTDX400EM_GM Specification Created 7/10 370185... ft. Provide the right temperatures for more flexible installation • Interior dryer light - Long-lasting interior provides dependability and Sensor Dry...