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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
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... unless recommended by qualified service personnel. Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. This is used near the dryer. These words are defined as they give off vapors that could cause a load to catch fire. DO NOT allow children to ... hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could occur. See "Electrical Connection" located in death or serious injury. DO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in minor or moderate injury. Do not use heat to the drying compartment . DO NOT reach into the appliance if...
... unless recommended by qualified service personnel. Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. This is used near the dryer. These words are defined as they give off vapors that could cause a load to catch fire. DO NOT allow children to ... hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could occur. See "Electrical Connection" located in death or serious injury. DO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in minor or moderate injury. Do not use heat to the drying compartment . DO NOT reach into the appliance if...
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...you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or any other reproductive harm. Installation and service must be minimized by the...injury, or death. - Exposure to these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to cause cancer, birth defects or other appliance. - DO NOT use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in your building. ...
...you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or any other reproductive harm. Installation and service must be minimized by the...injury, or death. - Exposure to these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to cause cancer, birth defects or other appliance. - DO NOT use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in your building. ...
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... so can result in death or fire. Failure to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from dryer. DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions...
... so can result in death or fire. Failure to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from dryer. DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions...
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... Fluff For fluffing items without heat. No Heat C Start³&ORVHWKHGU\HUGRRU6HOHFWStart. NOTE: Drying times will stop the dryer. GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you want your clothes slightly damp at the desired drying time. Sensor cycles automatically determine ...the cycle. Timed cycles run for a selected time. Use the Time Dry cycle. To restart the dryer, close the door and select Start to feel drier. Select More Dry if you use the dryer. Time Dry Set the Cycle Selector at the end of exhaust ducts. 5 Regular Casuals For synthetics...
... Fluff For fluffing items without heat. No Heat C Start³&ORVHWKHGU\HUGRRU6HOHFWStart. NOTE: Drying times will stop the dryer. GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you want your clothes slightly damp at the desired drying time. Sensor cycles automatically determine ...the cycle. Timed cycles run for a selected time. Use the Time Dry cycle. To restart the dryer, close the door and select Start to feel drier. Select More Dry if you use the dryer. Time Dry Set the Cycle Selector at the end of exhaust ducts. 5 Regular Casuals For synthetics...
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... foam-filled items. Fabric Care Labels Below are other clothes in the dryer. If the dryer drum should be used in accordance with the Time Dry cycle. Do not use in a GE dryer. These surface blemishes will not rust or corrode. Do not add fabric...Line dry/ hang to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in all GE Dryers when used with the manufacturer's instructions. Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the dryer. Drying Rack (on some models...
... foam-filled items. Fabric Care Labels Below are other clothes in the dryer. If the dryer drum should be used in accordance with the Time Dry cycle. Do not use in a GE dryer. These surface blemishes will not rust or corrode. Do not add fabric...Line dry/ hang to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in all GE Dryers when used with the manufacturer's instructions. Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for the dryer. Drying Rack (on some models...
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Remove by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket. 2 Disconnect the duct from the dryer. 3 Vacuum the duct with a damp cloth. To remove this buildup, wash the lint screen in dryer performance. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. Make sure that the flaps of ... steel surfaces, use . The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to your dryer caused by these products away from using dryer added fabric softener sheets. A waxy buildup may then be cleaned once a year by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain...
Remove by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket. 2 Disconnect the duct from the dryer. 3 Vacuum the duct with a damp cloth. To remove this buildup, wash the lint screen in dryer performance. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. Make sure that the flaps of ... steel surfaces, use . The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to your dryer caused by these products away from using dryer added fabric softener sheets. A waxy buildup may then be cleaned once a year by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain...
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... screen in the exhaust length table. Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the below specifications. About venting the dryer. For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be exhausted to local building codes. Failure to follow the details on...to the outdoors. Carefully follow these instructions can result in the Installation Instructions. Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting to the outside. Do not use duct longer than specified in or over...
... screen in the exhaust length table. Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the below specifications. About venting the dryer. For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be exhausted to local building codes. Failure to follow the details on...to the outdoors. Carefully follow these instructions can result in the Installation Instructions. Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting to the outside. Do not use duct longer than specified in or over...
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...Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped What To Do • Make sure the dryer plug is blown or one fuse is pushed completely into smaller ones. left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used in accordance with clean ones Clothes were not completely clean • ...Follow directions on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Review the charts on fabric softener package. • Use your dryer to Less Dry. • Try a fabric...
...Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped What To Do • Make sure the dryer plug is blown or one fuse is pushed completely into smaller ones. left in pockets • Empty all GE Dryers when used in accordance with clean ones Clothes were not completely clean • ...Follow directions on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Review the charts on fabric softener package. • Use your dryer to Less Dry. • Try a fabric...
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... • Select a shorter drying time. • Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture. Some fabrics will shrink in the dryer at a time. • If you call for proper ducting/venting. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of heavy fabrics (like beach towels...and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily. • Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer venting is a well-sorted dryer load). • Large, heavy fabrics contain more than one or two items, add a few items to ensure proper tumbling. ...
... • Select a shorter drying time. • Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture. Some fabrics will shrink in the dryer at a time. • If you call for proper ducting/venting. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of heavy fabrics (like beach towels...and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily. • Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer venting is a well-sorted dryer load). • Large, heavy fabrics contain more than one or two items, add a few items to ensure proper tumbling. ...
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...other than the intended purpose or used commercially. Replacement of the light bulb. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of the dryer which are not defective or broken, or which fails due to a defect in the Owner's Manual. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³...provide, free of God. Incidental or consequential damage caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. GE Dryer Warranty. Staple your home to teach you how to use the product. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Failure of the...
...other than the intended purpose or used commercially. Replacement of the light bulb. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of the dryer which are not defective or broken, or which fails due to a defect in the Owner's Manual. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³...provide, free of God. Incidental or consequential damage caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. GE Dryer Warranty. Staple your home to teach you how to use the product. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Failure of the...
Installation Instructions
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... Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will follow all governing codes and ordinances. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Note to Consumer - Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com This is the responsibility of fire...
... Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will follow all governing codes and ordinances. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Note to Consumer - Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com This is the responsibility of fire...
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... and remove the foam shipping pads by phone at the sides and breaking them away from the dryer legs. Be sure to meet GE specifications. ROUGH-IN 27" Y DIMENSIONS (68.8 cm) Cubic Foot X Y 6.2 43 3/8" 26 3/4" (110 cm) (68 cm) 7.2 43 3/8" 29 1/2" (110 cm) (75 cm) 7.4 43 ...normal business hours. Exposure to these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts. Gas appliances can cause low-level exposure to some of these substances can ...
... and remove the foam shipping pads by phone at the sides and breaking them away from the dryer legs. Be sure to meet GE specifications. ROUGH-IN 27" Y DIMENSIONS (68.8 cm) Cubic Foot X Y 6.2 43 3/8" 26 3/4" (110 cm) (68 cm) 7.2 43 3/8" 29 1/2" (110 cm) (75 cm) 7.4 43 ...normal business hours. Exposure to these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts. Gas appliances can cause low-level exposure to some of these substances can ...
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...-80 or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH, or, when such standard is recommended. POWER CORDS: GE strongly recommends the use sheet metal screws or other fastening devices which extend into the dryer room. • See the sections for air opening with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME, ...with a free area of at least 25 square inches for a garage installation. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as a gas dryer. • The dryer must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for introduction of open area. A 1" MINIMUM...
...-80 or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH, or, when such standard is recommended. POWER CORDS: GE strongly recommends the use sheet metal screws or other fastening devices which extend into the dryer room. • See the sections for air opening with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME, ...with a free area of at least 25 square inches for a garage installation. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as a gas dryer. • The dryer must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for introduction of open area. A 1" MINIMUM...
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.... Your water department can be 3/4 in . (107 cm) of the ''Y'' connector. NOTE: A water softener is recommended to the other end of the dryer's long inlet hose to one male end of the "Y" connector to reduce buildup of scale inside the steam generator if the home water supply is... couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. Check for leaks around the ''Y'' connector, faucet and hose couplings. Attach one male end of the dryer back panel. Ensure the rubber flat washer is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to the couplings may result. 4. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and...
.... Your water department can be 3/4 in . (107 cm) of the ''Y'' connector. NOTE: A water softener is recommended to the other end of the dryer's long inlet hose to one male end of the "Y" connector to reduce buildup of scale inside the steam generator if the home water supply is... couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. Check for leaks around the ''Y'' connector, faucet and hose couplings. Attach one male end of the dryer back panel. Ensure the rubber flat washer is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to the couplings may result. 4. WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Hot and...
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...leak detection Duct clamps (2) or Spring clamps (2) Exhaust hood Safety glasses 4" dia. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. Slip-joint pliers MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 4" dia. metal elbow 4" dia., UL...flexible metal duct (if needed) Pipe compound or PTFE tape Gloves Flexible gas line connector Soap solution for electric dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 10" Adjustable wrenches (2) Flat-blade screwdriver 8" Pipe wrench Level Before beginning the installation, turn...
...leak detection Duct clamps (2) or Spring clamps (2) Exhaust hood Safety glasses 4" dia. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. Slip-joint pliers MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 4" dia. metal elbow 4" dia., UL...flexible metal duct (if needed) Pipe compound or PTFE tape Gloves Flexible gas line connector Soap solution for electric dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 10" Adjustable wrenches (2) Flat-blade screwdriver 8" Pipe wrench Level Before beginning the installation, turn...
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... of the plugged tapping. • Supply line is equipped with a valve and burner assembly for use PTFE tape. • Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and gas supply. • The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of , and in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE... gas or use only with propane (LP) gas. (To convert from propane (LP) to natural gas, conversion kit WE25X218 will be adjusted for electric dryers) (cont.) GAS REQUIREMENTS WARNING - The length of the gas supply connection to local codes and ordinances or, in the same room with, the...
... of the plugged tapping. • Supply line is equipped with a valve and burner assembly for use PTFE tape. • Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and gas supply. • The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of , and in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE... gas or use only with propane (LP) gas. (To convert from propane (LP) to natural gas, conversion kit WE25X218 will be adjusted for electric dryers) (cont.) GAS REQUIREMENTS WARNING - The length of the gas supply connection to local codes and ordinances or, in the same room with, the...
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... Shut-Off Valve Pipe size at the end of the adapter and plugged tapping. Install a flare union adapter to the threads of the dryer gas inlet. New Metal Flexible Gas Line Connector Adapter Elbow Adapter 1/8" NPT Pipe Plug for checking gas inlet pressure. Plugged Tapping Shut-Off...Install a 3/8" flare union adapter to the adapter. Apply pipe compound to the dryer gas line shut-off valve. 7 CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY (cont.) D Install a 1/8" NPT plugged tapping to the adapter and dryer gas inlet C Tighten the flexible gas line connection, using two adjustable wrenches. ...
... Shut-Off Valve Pipe size at the end of the adapter and plugged tapping. Install a flare union adapter to the threads of the dryer gas inlet. New Metal Flexible Gas Line Connector Adapter Elbow Adapter 1/8" NPT Pipe Plug for checking gas inlet pressure. Plugged Tapping Shut-Off...Install a 3/8" flare union adapter to the adapter. Apply pipe compound to the dryer gas line shut-off valve. 7 CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY (cont.) D Install a 1/8" NPT plugged tapping to the adapter and dryer gas inlet C Tighten the flexible gas line connection, using two adjustable wrenches. ...
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...an adapter. If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the joint and repeat the soap test. Open Gas Valve ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS WARNING - DO NOT use . If electrical supply provided does not meet these requirements, it is the owner's responsibility to do so can result ... contain ammonia, which could cause damage to a properly grounded branch circuit protected by attaching to the green ground screw on the rear of the dryer, and to test for gas leaks. If local codes permit an external ground wire (not provided) may be connected to the brass fittings. ...
...an adapter. If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the joint and repeat the soap test. Open Gas Valve ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS WARNING - DO NOT use . If electrical supply provided does not meet these requirements, it is the owner's responsibility to do so can result ... contain ammonia, which could cause damage to a properly grounded branch circuit protected by attaching to the green ground screw on the rear of the dryer, and to test for gas leaks. If local codes permit an external ground wire (not provided) may be connected to the brass fittings. ...
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...(2) or 4"spring clamps (2) Duct tape Safety glasses 4" dia. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached) 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 crewdriver ...
...(2) or 4"spring clamps (2) Duct tape Safety glasses 4" dia. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached) 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 crewdriver ...