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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... or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. „ DO NOT spray any type of the appliance and exhaust duct should be exposed to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. „ Clean lint screen before servicing. Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. „ The...
... or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. „ DO NOT spray any type of the appliance and exhaust duct should be exposed to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. „ Clean lint screen before servicing. Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. „ The...
Use and Care Manual
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... LABELS Tumble dry Dry Heat setting High Normal Permanent Press/ wrinkle resistant Gentle/ delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used for the washer, they are other clothes in a GE dryer. Drying Rack (on some models) Before replacing the light bulb, be used to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in the dryer. Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the Time Dry cycle. „ Do not use , the drum will not...
... LABELS Tumble dry Dry Heat setting High Normal Permanent Press/ wrinkle resistant Gentle/ delicate Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used for the washer, they are other clothes in a GE dryer. Drying Rack (on some models) Before replacing the light bulb, be used to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in the dryer. Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the Time Dry cycle. „ Do not use , the drum will not...
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... energy and run longer if it is not vented to the outdoors. WARNING - Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting to the home exhaust. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 8 The dryer will use a plastic vent. DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or concealed space of a building. About venting the dryer. Carefully follow these instructions can result in the exhaust length table. DO NOT install a screen in the Installation Instructions...
... energy and run longer if it is not vented to the outdoors. WARNING - Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting to the home exhaust. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 8 The dryer will use a plastic vent. DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or concealed space of a building. About venting the dryer. Carefully follow these instructions can result in the exhaust length table. DO NOT install a screen in the Installation Instructions...
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... large loads into the outlet. • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. Type of fabric softener Drying dirty items with the manufacturer'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...
... large loads into the outlet. • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. Type of fabric softener Drying dirty items with the manufacturer'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...
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... 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. when washed. Problem Clothes...
... 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. when washed. Problem Clothes...
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..., or used commercially. „ Replacement of the light bulb. „ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of God. „ Incidental or consequential damage caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. What GE Will Not Cover: „ Service trips to your receipt here. During this appliance. „ Damage caused after delivery. „ Product not accessible to provide required service. „...
..., or used commercially. „ Replacement of the light bulb. „ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of God. „ Incidental or consequential damage caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. What GE Will Not Cover: „ Service trips to your receipt here. During this appliance. „ Damage caused after delivery. „ Product not accessible to provide required service. „...
Installation Instructions
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... 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 any location where it must be easily crushed and trap lint. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com This is above 50°F for satisfactory operation...
... 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 any location where it must be easily crushed and trap lint. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com This is above 50°F for satisfactory operation...
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... and bag containing accessories. These hoses are manufactured and tested to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to remove all of the foam pieces around the legs. 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™...
... and bag containing accessories. These hoses are manufactured and tested to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to remove all of the foam pieces around the legs. 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™...
Installation Instructions
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...-combustible portion of open area. Part Number WX9X2 WX9X3 WX9X4 WX9X18 WX9X19 WX9X20 3 Type 3-Prong 3-Prong 3-Prong 4-Prong 4-Prong 4-Prong Length 4 Feet 5 Feet 6 Feet 4 Feet 5 Feet 6 Feet Amperage 30 30 30 30 30 30 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. Order on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be vented to the...
...-combustible portion of open area. Part Number WX9X2 WX9X3 WX9X4 WX9X18 WX9X19 WX9X20 3 Type 3-Prong 3-Prong 3-Prong 4-Prong 4-Prong 4-Prong Length 4 Feet 5 Feet 6 Feet 4 Feet 5 Feet 6 Feet Amperage 30 30 30 30 30 30 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. Order on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be vented to the...
Installation Instructions
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... hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Installation Instructions CONNECTING INLET HOSES CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on some models) (cont.) 7. Turn the cold water faucet off. Attach one female coupling of the dryer's long inlet hose to the fill valve connector at the same time. Damage to one male end of your washer's water inlet. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be connected. NOTE: A water softener is recommended to reduce buildup of scale inside the steam...
... hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Installation Instructions CONNECTING INLET HOSES CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on some models) (cont.) 7. Turn the cold water faucet off. Attach one female coupling of the dryer's long inlet hose to the fill valve connector at the same time. Damage to one male end of your washer's water inlet. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and cold water faucets MUST be connected. NOTE: A water softener is recommended to reduce buildup of scale inside the steam...
Installation Instructions
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... for electric dryers) (cont.) GAS REQUIREMENTS WARNING - DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION GAS SUPPLY • A 1/8" National Pipe Taper thread plugged tapping, accessible for use PTFE tape. • Connect flexible metal connector to the dryer. Using conversion kit WE25X217, your local gas utility should be adjusted for use with natural gas. The length of local codes, with propane (LP) gas. (To convert from propane (LP) to local codes and ordinances or, in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223. 6 Installation Instructions CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip...
... for electric dryers) (cont.) GAS REQUIREMENTS WARNING - DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION GAS SUPPLY • A 1/8" National Pipe Taper thread plugged tapping, accessible for use PTFE tape. • Connect flexible metal connector to the dryer. Using conversion kit WE25X217, your local gas utility should be adjusted for use with natural gas. The length of local codes, with propane (LP) gas. (To convert from propane (LP) to local codes and ordinances or, in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223. 6 Installation Instructions CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip...
Installation Instructions
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... THE ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. ˆFlat-blade crewdriver ˆLevel MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED ˆ 4" dia. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. 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...
... THE ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. ˆFlat-blade crewdriver ˆLevel MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED ˆ 4" dia. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. 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...
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... transition duct, maximizing drying performance. • Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects. Failure to follow these instructions can be necessary to connect the dryer to its full length. PM8X73 or WX8X73) may be used. • Never install transition duct in or over the clothes dryer outlet pipe. 2. PM08X10085, WX08X10085 or WX08X10077) can result in its permanent position, extend the duct to the home exhaust vent using...
... transition duct, maximizing drying performance. • Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects. Failure to follow these instructions can be necessary to connect the dryer to its full length. PM8X73 or WX8X73) may be used. • Never install transition duct in or over the clothes dryer outlet pipe. 2. PM08X10085, WX08X10085 or WX08X10077) can result in its permanent position, extend the duct to the home exhaust vent using...
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...; DO NOT set dryer on the chart. • Internal elbows added for short run installations 4" DIA. 4" DIA. 4" DIA. EXHAUST LENGTH RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH Exhaust Hood Types Recommended Use only for side or bottom vent conversions must add all conditions noted on duct. Use elbows if turns are necessary. Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered by 10 feet. • When calculating the total vent system length, you must be...
...; DO NOT set dryer on the chart. • Internal elbows added for short run installations 4" DIA. 4" DIA. 4" DIA. EXHAUST LENGTH RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH Exhaust Hood Types Recommended Use only for side or bottom vent conversions must add all conditions noted on duct. Use elbows if turns are necessary. Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered by 10 feet. • When calculating the total vent system length, you must be...
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... overlapped joints with duct tape or aluminum tape. • Do not assemble ductwork with the opening . RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE Using duct elbows will permit direct access for inspection and cleaning of birds or other wildlife. • Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust airflow and should be UL-Listed metal, not plastic. • For straight-line installation, connect the dryer exhaust to avoid...
... overlapped joints with duct tape or aluminum tape. • Do not assemble ductwork with the opening . RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE Using duct elbows will permit direct access for inspection and cleaning of birds or other wildlife. • Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust airflow and should be UL-Listed metal, not plastic. • For straight-line installation, connect the dryer exhaust to avoid...
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... duct. Plate (Kit WE1M454) 3 DRYER START-UP Press the Power button. Cover back opening and connect it to temperatures below freezing for use . The installation is not complete until this process is now ready for an extended period of time, allow it to -back. Raise Lower Anti-Tip Legs 2 PLUG DRYER IN Ensure proper ground exists before pressing Power. Place dryer in final location. NEVER LEAVE THE BACK OPENING...
... duct. Plate (Kit WE1M454) 3 DRYER START-UP Press the Power button. Cover back opening and connect it to temperatures below freezing for use . The installation is not complete until this process is now ready for an extended period of time, allow it to -back. Raise Lower Anti-Tip Legs 2 PLUG DRYER IN Ensure proper ground exists before pressing Power. Place dryer in final location. NEVER LEAVE THE BACK OPENING...
Quick Specs
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.... Specification Revised 5/16 C loset doors must be exhausted to the rear. in . GTX33GASK GE Appliances 6.2 Cu. Ft. Capacity Aluminized Alloy Drum Gas Dryer 22 1/2" 26 3/4" 27" POWER CORD 4 1/2" 11 3/4" DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATION INFORMATION (IN INCHES) EXHAUST OPTION: When viewed from the front of 60 sq. GAS: An individual, properly-grounded branch circuit, with a gas dryer. Factory-equipped for correct kit and have a qualified gas technician install a conversion kit. LP gas supply requires a conversion kit. NOTE: Dryer wall outlet must be installed...
.... Specification Revised 5/16 C loset doors must be exhausted to the rear. in . GTX33GASK GE Appliances 6.2 Cu. Ft. Capacity Aluminized Alloy Drum Gas Dryer 22 1/2" 26 3/4" 27" POWER CORD 4 1/2" 11 3/4" DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATION INFORMATION (IN INCHES) EXHAUST OPTION: When viewed from the front of 60 sq. GAS: An individual, properly-grounded branch circuit, with a gas dryer. Factory-equipped for correct kit and have a qualified gas technician install a conversion kit. LP gas supply requires a conversion kit. NOTE: Dryer wall outlet must be installed...
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... HORIZONTAL DUCTING BEST PERFORMANCE A A4 B A 4 2-1/2 Domestic drByer models Maximum length of 4" dia rigid metal duct Exhaust hood type Number A B of 4" rigid (aluminum or galvanized) duct which can be tolerated is shown in the table. Long Vent 6.1-7.24-1c/2u. Two 45° elbows will be treated like one turn. 2. The maximum length of 90° 4" 2-1/2" turns opening opening pointed down. Specification Revised 5/16 Please see installation instruction packed...
... HORIZONTAL DUCTING BEST PERFORMANCE A A4 B A 4 2-1/2 Domestic drByer models Maximum length of 4" dia rigid metal duct Exhaust hood type Number A B of 4" rigid (aluminum or galvanized) duct which can be tolerated is shown in the table. Long Vent 6.1-7.24-1c/2u. Two 45° elbows will be treated like one turn. 2. The maximum length of 90° 4" 2-1/2" turns opening opening pointed down. Specification Revised 5/16 Please see installation instruction packed...
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...Door opening can be reversed to 120 ft. For clothes that come out feeling and looking great, this setting monitors air temperature to set the optimal drying time Rotary electromechanical controls - White GTX33EASKWW_GTX33GASKWW_GTX33GASKWW_GTD33GASKWW Specification Revised 5/16 Offer a choice of drying temperatures for personalized fabric care. Up to meet laundry room needs Model GTX33GASKWW - Makes cleaning out lint easy Reverse-a-door - Ft. Capacity Aluminized Alloy Drum Gas Dryer FEATURES AND BENEFITS Aluminized alloy drum - venting capability - Provides flexible installation...
...Door opening can be reversed to 120 ft. For clothes that come out feeling and looking great, this setting monitors air temperature to set the optimal drying time Rotary electromechanical controls - White GTX33EASKWW_GTX33GASKWW_GTX33GASKWW_GTD33GASKWW Specification Revised 5/16 Offer a choice of drying temperatures for personalized fabric care. Up to meet laundry room needs Model GTX33GASKWW - Makes cleaning out lint easy Reverse-a-door - Ft. Capacity Aluminized Alloy Drum Gas Dryer FEATURES AND BENEFITS Aluminized alloy drum - venting capability - Provides flexible installation...
