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Question posted by philram318 on January 1st, 2016

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The dryer is NOT spinning, but the barrel is turning when moving by hand, is the belt broken and how do I replace the belt.?

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on January 1st, 2016 5:45 PM

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There are various possible causes of what you describe. See http://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/Dryer-Repair/8-3--RFdTUjQ4M0U=/GE-Dryer-Troubleshooting. The links most likely to solve are listed third and fourth.

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Owners Manual - Page 1

... can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 175D1807P596 49-90328 04-07 JR Dryers ge.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...

Owners Manual - Page 2

...service agency or the gas supplier. Exposure to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. 4 Immediately call the fire department. 3 Clear the room, building or area ...properly venting the dryer to such substances. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to the outside . 2 Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. I ...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE. I Keep the floor around your dryer. I To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance is moving. Observe all laundry aids (such as... inside the dryer or in a locked cabinet. I Close supervision is necessary if this appliance from the remaining particles that may melt or burn. NOTE: Turning the Cycle ...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...when the automatic ignition turns on , tripped over or subjected to the cord while pulling. I The interior of these products are not covered under the warranty to this appliance to avoid damage to...carry out. I Do not tamper with an automatic electric ignition and does not have the skills to soften your hand in them by using a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static conditioner. I...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... your model number on the label on some models) 2 3 1 2 NOTE: Drying times will vary 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. ge.com You can locate your model. About the...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...) 3 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 3 Optional features (on the front of exhaust ducts. 6 Optional features (on some models) 1 2 3 NOTE: Drying times will vary 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. You can locate your model.

Owners Manual - Page 7

...For delicate items, special-care fabrics and knits. HEAT (which is a particular color). 2 Turn the Cycle Dial to feel drier. HEAT, EASY CARE or PERMA PRESS MED. Use the...dry clothing, fabrics, linens and pillows. Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the control settings. For ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...of each cycle, there is approximately 15 minutes of no -heat tumbling after the laundry is not on, the dryer will stop once the timer reaches the WRINKLE CARE mark on some models) The ...knob and you are other clothes in clothes. Remove the bulb and replace with the COTTONS and EASY CARE cycles. If the dryer drum should be used with the same size bulb. Troubleshooting Tips ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... get the screw started in step 1. 4 Remove the remaining screws from the side of the opening by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws...from each hinge, on the side from each hinge on the dryer face half way. With one hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the dryer by lifting it on the opposite side of the opening from ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... and foam-filled items. Care and Cleaning of the hood move freely when operating. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. Apply these steps: 1 Turn off electrical supply by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. The Exhaust Hood: Check from the dryer. 3 Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and reconnect the...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... • Make sure the dryer plug is full Improper sorting Static electricity can attract lint Overloading Paper, tissue, etc. NOTE: Most electric dryers use in this section under STATIC. • Separate large loads into the outlet. • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. Your dryer may be seen when...

Owners Manual - Page 13

..., heavy fabrics contain more than one washer load in the dryer at a time. • If you are drying. • Clean lint filter before every load. • Check installation instructions for proper ducting/venting. • Make sure ducting is correct. • Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of shipping or service calls to your home to teach you how to your home. What GE Will Not Cover: I Service trips to use within the USA. I Products which are not defective or broken...replace the defective part. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dryer... this appliance. I Replacement of circuit...Electric...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... registration will still be performed by any user. ge.com Printed in effect. Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of physical and mental abilities and impairments. Or call ...in the pre-printed registration card included in this manual cover procedures to service their own appliances can be referred to design for people with your convenience 24 hours any day of all...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... Book for exhausting to the Desired Location. Save these instructions. • Do not install or store appliance in the appliance. Connect the External Exhaust (see section 9. Step 8 Step 9 Check the Operation of this dryer requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. For side or bottom exhaust, see section 4). Never use . • IMPORTANT - TOOLS YOU WILL...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be connected to the equipmentgrounding terminal on the appliance. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This dryer must be run with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70. Dryer must be given to an electric dryer. CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...hazard. Connect the 2 hot lines to page 5. Turn off the circuit breaker (s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse at the electrical box. 2. Reinstall the cover. Bring power cord... to the exhaust air ﬂow and should be installed at least 4 ft. SEPARATION OF TURNS For best performance, separate all conditions noted below . Installation Instructions 1. Attach ...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

..., EXHAUSTING INDOORS MAY CAUSE LINT ACCUMULATION, AND MOISTURE DAMAGE INCLUDING MOLD AND MILDEW. 6 ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION • If your dryer is approved for electrical connection information. either side 3 in . in . of the dryer and the wall, and the deflector should be pointing up. • Use the Shortest Length Possible. • Stretch the...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...screw saved previously to secure the duct in the middle of the appliance base. Installation Instructions 9 DRYER EXHAUST TO RIGHT, LEFT OR BOTTOM CABINET WARNING - REMOVE DESIRED KNOCKOUT... housing. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. FIXING HOLE ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...the terms of your warranty. With these screws about half way into the TOP holes, for replacement parts, and other hand holding the top of the opening from each hinge. Reinsert the plastic plugs on the opposite... duct joints must be secured with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from the dryer by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on each hinge on...