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Question posted by wyn on August 26th, 2015

How Do I Remove Top From This Dryer For Repair?

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Use and Care Manual - Page 2

...store combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a ...will be cleaned periodically by the manufacturer of children is removed from the accumulation of this appliance. WARNING Indicates a hazardous...not avoided, could result in published user repair instructions that can kill you or hurt you understand and...

Use and Care Manual - Page 4

..., rubber, or plastic must be dried on it (even after washing). Failure to do so can completely remove oil. Throughout this appliance. About the dryer control panel. Fire Hazard No washer can result in death or fire. Do not dry anything flammable on it...to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from dryer.

Use and Care Manual - Page 7

...of no-heat tumbling after clothes are have an additional item included to beep when clothes Removing clothes and hanging them when they are "0:00". selected. 11 Extended Tumble Minimizes wrinkles ...tangling, dry more evenly, and improve drying times. Remove items that you damp can be used with Cottons, Normal, Active dryer cycles by adding approximately 60 The estimated time remaining...

Use and Care Manual - Page 8

... the approximate time remaining. 8 The filter should be displayed until the clothes have been removed. Press the button again to turn the light off by touching buttons with this option selected...level, temperature, and additional tumble options can still be cleaned after you that point, the dryer will continue to sound every minute for the next volume, or to turn the beeper off...

Use and Care Manual - Page 11

... GEApplianceParts.com, by phone at the household distribution panel by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Remove the bulb and replace with a mirror that there is not consumer replaceable on when the dryer door is not covered by qualified service personnel. Dryer control panel and finishes may then be cleaned once a year by...

Use and Care Manual - Page 12

... electrical inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Observe all installation instructions. • Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to the outdoors. • Before the old dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door. • Service information and the wiring diagram are known to these instructions and local codes. • DO NOT install a clothes...

Use and Care Manual - Page 13

... on -line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at the sides and breaking them away from the dryer legs. Installation Instructions UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Part Number WX9X2 WX9X3 WX9X4 WX9X18 WX9X19...

Use and Care Manual - Page 15

...place and screw the female coupling of the dryer back panel. CONNECTING INLET HOSES (cont.) 7. If a rubber flat washer is in place remove it before installing the filter screen. Attach ... couplings may result. 8. NOTE: Use the new inlet hoses provided; never use old hoses. 1. Remove the washer inlet hose from the washer fill valve connector (cold). 2. Insert the filter screen in...

Use and Care Manual - Page 16

... the installation, turn off valve in the supply line to the OFF position. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. ˆ8" Pipe wrench ˆ Level ˆSlip-joint ... ˆ4" dia. Installation Instructions CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for leak detection Turn the dryer's gas shut-off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Shut-...

Use and Care Manual - Page 19

... the dryer, and to a grounded metal cold water pipe or other established ground. DO NOT remove ground prong. Ground Screw 19 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS (cont.) The dryer must...for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent. Open Gas Valve ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS WARNING - Check all connections for gas leaks. Apply a soap solution. DO NOT...

Use and Care Manual - Page 20

...duct (recommended) ˆ 4" dia., UL-listed flexible metal duct (if 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 ...;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...

Use and Care Manual - Page 22

... other established ground determined by a qualified electrician. Reinstall the cover. NOT for Mobile Home Installations. Install 3/4-in . Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse at the electrical box. 2. Connect the 2 hot lines to the center of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2). CONNECTING...

Use and Care Manual - Page 24

...see illustrations at both the dryer and the wall is recommended. • Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing and kinking. Cut off and remove excess duct. Secure the...; Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects. • For best drying performance: 1. Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to overlap the exhaust pipe. Use elbows if turns are necessary. DO NOT: •...

Use and Care Manual - Page 26

... 26 This will prevent duct kinking and collapsing. Wall Internal Duct Opening Check that you install your dryer before installing your washer. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with duct tape or a hose clamp. Transition Ducting STANDARD REAR...

Use and Care Manual - Page 27

... may result in fire, electrical shock or lacerations. Disconnect dryer from the electrical components inside the dryer exhaust duct and save Left Remove desired knockout (one only) Detach and remove the right or left of cabinet for Electric models only. Remove the screw inside the dryer when inserting the duct. Make sure that the shortened duct...

Use and Care Manual - Page 28

... must be secured with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from electrical supply. Cover back opening with cover plate (Kit WE1M454). Remove screw and save Bottom Remove desired knockout (one only) Remove the screw inside the dryer. Fire Hazard Close the back opening with tape, otherwise they may result in final location. NEVER LEAVE THE BACK...

Use and Care Manual - Page 37

... pliers to protect the finished floor in the parts package. Use the packing material so you removed the leveling legs. INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. Carefully lay the dryer on its side. Continue using the carton to remove the dryer leveling legs. Place pads over each bracket where you don't scratch the finish on its...

Use and Care Manual - Page 40

... restored. PROBLEM Time Remaining jumped to the type of the exhaust system will affect drying times. Dryer is running but not heat Gas service is off after cycle ends Overloading • Select a shorter drying time. • Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of natural gas (gas models only) • Check...

Quick Specs - Page 3

... ft. 1 60 ft. 45 ft. 2 45 ft. 35 ft. Please see installation instructions packed with your dryer for your dryer. capacity electric & gas dryers 4 105 ft. 85 ft. (GTDL, GFDL) 5 95 ft. 75 ft. 0 All 6.0 - 8.3 cu. ft. Laundry Center GTUP240 2 24 ft. 16 ft. A turn of 90° turns needed for complete instructions when...

Quick Specs - Page 4

... Benefits • Built-in riser - White Specification Revised 3/14 360506 ft. capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with the helpful setting that uses steam to prevent over-drying • Model GFDR270EHWW - Comfortably load and unload clothes, and use the top as a folding surface, with this factory-installed riser • Detangle...