GE DPSB519 User's Manual
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1. 5 S Consumer Support 12 About dryer featur es GEAppliances com Drum Lamp Before replacing the light bulb be sure to circuit breaker Reach above dryer opening unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect from inside the drum Remove the bulb and the dryer at the household distribution panel replace with the same size bulb by removing the fuse or switching off the suon nusul Ajajes g 5 Q A Q S 2 Drying Rack on some models A handy drying rack may be used for drying NOTE delicate items such as washable sweaters M The drying rack must be used with the Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack MMED DRY cles extends into the dryer drum E Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer sd l bunooys lqnoll pioddngs s umnsuog 15 Safety Instructions S 2 S 2 D 4 o Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14 About reversing the door Reversing the Door Tools needed E Standard 2 E Jape tipped Phillips screwdriver putty knife 2 Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the hinges With the door completely open remove the bottom screw from each hinge on the dryer face Insert these screws about half way into the TOP holes for each hinge on the opposite side where you removed the filler plugs Apply firm pressure to get the screw st2. Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours Real Life Design Studio GEAppliances com GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 Extended Warranties GEAppliances com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty S is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally shoul
3. GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protection on all your appliances No Matter What Brand Benefits Include We 1 ver A ny A ppl lan Backed by All brands covered Anywhere Anytime e Unlimited service calls All parts and labor costs included e No out of pocket expenses e No hidden deductibles e One 800 number to call You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U S toll free at 800 626 2224 for more information All brands covered up to 20 years old in the continental U S Please place in envelope and mail to General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 32150 Louisville KY 40232 2150 21 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us We are pro
4. Before you call for service Possible Causes Overdrying S OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do The DRY dryness level Load consists of a mixture When combining heavy and light fabrics in a load 2 was chosen but load is of heavy and light fabrics choose MORE DRY still damp Exhaust system is blocked Inspect and clean exhaust system Cannot make a The DRYNESS LEVEL HEAT e This is normal selection and the SETTING or OPTION that dryer beeps twice you are trying to select is incompatible with the chosen dry cycle Dryer is running but The EXTEND TUMBLE This is normal During extended tumbling the time 00 is displayed in option was chosen remaining is not displayed The extended tumbling option lasts approximately 20 minutes What To Do Select a shorter drying time Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture Select a LESS DRY or DAMP setting Letting items sit in dryer after cycle ends Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang immediately or use the EXTEND TUMBLE option Clothes shrink Some fabrics will naturally shrink To avoid shrinkage follow garment care labels exactly s 7 75 be Some items may be pressed nace into shape ath drying Q in the dryer If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular S item do not machine wash or tumble dry it D S Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener Follow directions on fabric
5. CARES 800 432 2737 E Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions H Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload H Remove the colored protective film from the control panel E Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly Exhaust Ducting 7 dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside 2 Exhausting electric dryers to the outside is strongly recommended to prevent large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room 7 Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4 diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING INSTALLATION For complete details follow the Installation Instructions suononysuy Majes gt Bw Q A S Q S sd l Dunooys lqnoll noddns s umnsuog Safety Instructions S S S 3 D 5 S Q Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING YOUR LAUNDRY AREA E Keep th
6. For questions or issues related to the use and performance of DRYEL call 1 800 214 8913 or visit the DRYEL website at www dryel com Automatic DRYEL settings HEAT SETTING MEDIUM EST TIME REMAINING DEWRINKLE Use this feature to remove wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp Automatic DEWRINKLE settings HEAT SETTING MEDIUM EST TIME REMAINING AIR DRY Use this feature to tumble items without heat Automatic AIR DRY settings EST TIME REMAINING CUSTOM 1 and CUSTOM 2 on some models Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall These custom settings can be set while a cycle is in progress To store a custom combination of settings 1 Select a ONE TOUCH setting 2 Change DRYNESS LEVEL and HEAT SETTING to fit your needs 3 Select any drying OPTIONS you want 4 Press and hold the CUSTOM 1 or CUSTOM 2 pad for three seconds to store your selection A beep will sound and the pad will light up To recall your stored combination Press the CUSTOM 1 or CUSTOM 2 pad then press START To reprogram the CUSTOM settings Repeat steps 1 4 above Ab ou t d ness I e vel S GEAppliances com MORE DRY 4 Use heavy duty fabrics DRY gt Use for a normal dryness level suitable for most loads This is the preferred cycle 2 ar for energy saving S Pe DARP LESS DRY Use for lighter fabrics 2 DAMP For leaving
7. GEAppliances com 22 uz epee ee eae m tee ee m zl GE Dryer Warr anty For customers in the United States All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day visit us at GEAppliances com or call date is needed to obtain service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 under the warranty For The Period Of We Will Replace One Year Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this full From the date of the one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace original purchase the defective part Two Years Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the additional one year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs original purchase Five Years The extra large or super capacity dryer drum and main electronic control board if any of these From the date of the parts should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this additional four year original purchase limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs What Is Not Covered H Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit product breaker
8. items partially damp About timed dry cycles TIMED DRY To use TIMED DRY 80 40 1 Select the drying time 2 Select the HEAT SETTING i 5 1 S 2 A S Q S 3 3 Select any OPTIONS NOTE The ANTI BACTERIAL option is not available with TIMED DRY cycles 60 20 4 Close door 50 10 5 Push START OR TIMED DRY 30 MIN MORE gt 155 x Q About heat settings HIGH HIGH For regular to heavy cottons PEREN MEDIUM For synthetics blends and items labeled permanent press Low LOW For delicates synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low E Low EXTRA LOW For lingerie and special care fabrics sauinsuoy Safety Instructions S 2 5 D S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 EST TIME REMAINING EST TIME REMAINING About controls features START E Press twice to select the last cycle you used and start the dryer E If you have selected a new cycle press once to start the cycle E If the dryer is running press once to interrupt the cycle press again to continue the cycle STOP E This pad should not be used to interrupt or pause a cycle E Pressing this pad will cancel the current settings and the settings will be lost Estimated Time Remaining Each time the dryer is used it learns what types of loads you dry most often It takes this data and determines the app
9. Profi Dryers GEAppliances com Safety Instructions 3 5 Owner s Manual Operating Instructions DPSB513 Control Panel sese aso eae aa ms 6 DPSB519 Controls Features 10 Cycle Options ua ae dx a 8 11 Cycle Status 12 Dryer Features 6 ca cce na os 8 13 Drying Cycles 8 Dryness Levels ku ou sa nena 9 Heat Settings 9 Loading and Using the Dryer 15 One Touch Cycles 6 7 Reversing the Door 14 Timed Diy Cycles 9 Venting the Dryer 16 Troubleshooting Tips 17 19 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 21 22 Warranty 23 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door 500A277P038 17501807 356 49 90094 07 01 JR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or death Safety Instructions m Do not store or use gasoline or other nstallation and service must be performed flammable vapors and liquids in the by a qualified installer service agency or vicinity of this or any other appliance the gas supplier WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to l
10. S PRESS 2 SEC TO STOI SensorDry Plus e Close d 7 Select dry cycle 77 Push START e lean lint filter e Add clothes e Check dryness level Check heat setting Dryer control panel You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door S 2 D S o Model DPSB513 ONE TOUCH 00 n 120 0 Sensor Dry Cycles DRYNESS TIMED DRY HEAT LEVEL TT siri OPTIONS AR Q RY ORE De HIGH EXTEND Ss MIXED 6 DRY 70 30 MEDIUM TUMBLE LOADS _ Less ADD DRY TIME o FASY CARE PERM PRESS EST TIME REMAINING amp SensorDry Plus TIMED DRY EXTENDED TUMBLE CLEAN LINT FILTER SENSING CYCLE STATUS Model DPSB519 ONE TOUCH s s coun 4 1 N Sensor Dry Cycles DRYNESS Har TIMED LEVEL SETTING OPTIONS ED mone EXTEND SIGNAL TUMBLE 99 MMN AIR DAMP MIXED DRY MEDIUM DRY SIGNAL MORE DE LOADS waive WARM Less Low ANT DELAY LESS DRY BACTERIAL 1 8 Hrs Easy CARE SPEED tid iam bd qanu DAMP EXTRA PRESS 3 SEC TO STORE EST TIME REMAINING TIMED DRY EXTENDED TUMBLE CYCLE STATUS CLEAN LINT FILTER SensorDry Plus SENSING Sa NOTE Any time you make a selection that is incompatible with the chosen dry cycle the dryer will beep twice Consumer Support ONE sel ecti ons GEAppliances com One Touch cycles use the S
11. ands In the future when drying a load with collars and waistbands choose MORE DRY Improper sorting Separate heavy items from lightweight items generally a well sorted washer load is a well sorted dryer load Large loads of heavy fabrics e Large heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take like beach towels longer to dry Separate large heavy fabrics into smaller loads to speed drying time Controls improperly set e Match control settings to the load you are drying Lint filter is full e Clean lint filter before every load Improper or obstructed ducting Check installation instructions for proper ducting venting Make sure ducting is clean free of kinks and unobstructed Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer venting is correct Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers Since most dryers use 2 fuses breakers make sure both are operating Overloading combining loads e Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer at a time Underloading e If you are drying only one or two items add a few items to ensure proper tumbling 19 suon nusu Ajajes gt D 5 Q A S Q S 2 5011 Guyooysasqnos pioddng s umnsuog Notes 20 suononysuy lps suon nu su Guyesadg sd l Gurooysajqnosy noddn s umnsuog GE Service Protection Plus
12. arted in new holes Loosen top screw from each hinge on the dryer face half way With one hand holding the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom remove the door from the dryer by lifting it UP and OUT Rotate the door 180 Insert it on the opposite 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 inserted in step 1 Remove the remaining screws from the side of the opening from which the door was removed With these screws secure each hinge at the bottom Tighten the two top screws of each hinge Reinsert the plastic plugs on the side from which the door was removed Loading and using the dryer Always follow the fabric manufacturers care label when laundering Fabric Care Labels WASH LABELS OU Y Machine wash cycle 74 240 Normal Permanent Press Gentle Hand wash Do not wash wrinkle resistant delicate Do not wring Water temperature Cold cool Hot Warm 50 C 120 F 40 C 105 F 30 C 85 F BLEACH LABELS Sorting and Loading Hints IZ As a general rule if clothes are sorted properly for the washer they are sorted properly for the dryer Try also to sort items according to size For example do not dry a sheet with socks or other small items mik l Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm They may cause fabric softener stains Bounce Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets hav
13. d be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us GEAppliances com KA If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Register Your Appliance GEAppliances com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material Printed in Canada
14. e area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials lint paper rags etc gasoline chemicals and other flammable vapors and liquids M Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping M Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children Do not allow children to play on with or inside this or any other appliance WHEN USING YOUR DRYER E Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes wait until the drum has completely stopped M Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE E Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax oil paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a clothes load to catch fire M Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or that contains flammable materials such as cleaning cloths mops towels used in b
15. e been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions Weg Care and Cleaning of the Dryer The Exterior Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a damp cloth Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products Apply these products away from the dryer The fabric may then be washed and dried normally Damage to your dryer caused by these products is not covered by your warranty The Lint Filter Clean the lint filter before each use Moisten your fingers and reach into the filter opening Run your fingers across the filter Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year Below are fabric care label symbols that affect the clothing you will be laundering GEAppliances com DRY LABELS y L O 44 Normal Par rmanent Press Do not tumble dry di use sin inkle resistant delicate ash 00 High Medium Heat setting No heat air mme 4 Dry flat In the shade Special instructions hangto thy Do not overload This wastes energy and causes wrinkling Do not dry the following items fiberglass items woolens rubber coated items plastics items with plastic trim and foam filled items The Exhaust Duct Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying t
16. eauty salons restaurants or barber shops etc must not be placed in or near the dryer until solvents or flammable materials have been removed There are many highly flammable items used in homes such as acetone denatured alcohol gasoline kerosene some household cleaners some spot removers turpentines waxes wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates M Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bleaches etc out of the reach of children preferably in a locked cabinet Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid injury M Never climb on or stand on the dryer top E The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result carefully follow the garment manufacturer s care instructions Do not dry articles containing rubber plastic foam or similar materials such as padded bras tennis shoes galoshes bath mats rugs bibs baby pants plastic bags pillows etc that may melt or burn Some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion Do not store plastic paper or clothing that may burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation E Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry such as life jackets containing Kapok must not be put in your dryer E Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothin
17. ensor Dry Plus feature which continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load and stops the dryer when the clothes are dry PRESS AUTOMATICALLY SELECTS do HIGH For cottons and most linens 5 b suon nu su l i MIXED HIGH LOADS m S For loads consisting of cottons and S poly blends 5 2 S E CARE x ASY o PERM PRESS 9 Diy MEDIUM s For wrinkle free and permanent press items LESS For knits and sweaters with fabric care labels that say Machine Dry LESS EXTRA DRY Low For lingerie and special care fabrics S gt 0 o Q S e noddns s umnsuog on some models For small loads that are needed in a hurry NOTE During SPEED DRY such as sport or school uniforms Can also you will see be used if the previous cycle left some 2 EsT TIME REMAINING items damp such as collars or waistbands Changing the automatic settings You can change any of the automatic settings by simply pressing the desired pads Safety Instructions S 2 S 2 D amp 4 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About drying cycles DE WRINKLE AIR Dry Custom Custom 1 2 PRESS 3 SEC T STORE DRYEL on some models This feature is designed for use with the DRYEL dry clean only fabric care system See product package for directions
18. essed ANTI BACTERIAL on some models This option can only be used with the COTTONS or MIXED LOADS cycles This option reduces certain types of bacteria by 99 9 including Staphylococcus aureus Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae The anti bacterial process occurs when high heat is used during a portion of the drying cycle NOTE Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics The Anti Bacterial Cycle is Certified by NSF International formerly National Sanitation Foundation to NSF Protocol P9 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers NSF Protocol P9 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers DELAY 1 8 HOURS on some models Use to delay the start of your dryer for 1 to 8 hours First choose your dry cycle and any options Then press this pad for the number of hours you want to delay the cycle Press the START pad to start the countdown The countdown time will be shown in the Est Time Remaining display NOTE If the door is opened while the dryer is in DELAY the dryer will beep once a minute to remind you to restart the countdown The countdown time will not restart unless the door is closed and START has been pressed again DAMP SIGNAL on some models This option causes the dryer to beep when clothes have reached a damp dryness Remove items that you wish to hang dry The DAMP SIGNAL will only beep when the dryer SIGNAL is turned on WARM UP on some models This opt
19. g during subsequent dryer uses M To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter NOTE Pressing STOP does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply GEAppliances com H Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug E The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician See the Loading and Using the Dryer section H If yours is a gas dryer it is equipped with an automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot light DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH Burns may result from having your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on E Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance to avoid damage to the cord while pulling Place the cord away from traffic areas so it will not be stepped on tripped over or subjected to damage M Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Owner s Manual or in published user repair instructions t
20. hat you understand and have the skills to carry out SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER H You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them by using a dryer applied fabric softener or an anti static conditioner We recommend you use either a fabric softener in the wash cycle according to the manufacturer s instructions for those products or try a dryer added product for which the manufacturer gives written assurance on the package that their product can be safely used in your dryer Service or performance problems caused by use of these products are the responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under the warranty to this appliance E Before discarding a dryer or removing it from service remove the dryer door to prevent children from hiding inside E Do not tamper with controls suon nusu Ajayes gt Q A S Q S sd l Guyooysajqnosy noddns s umnsuog Easy One ToucH Cycles Your new dryer offers the convenience of starting your dryer loads with our easy ONE Touch cycles Make one simple selection and your DRYNESS LEVEL and HEAT SETTING are automatically set Then all you have to do is press START One TOUCH Quick Start Guide ONE ToucH Sensor Dry Cycles MIXED Loans Safety Instructions De Wart Wank jp 00 EASY CARE P custom cust Fo PERM PRES
21. ight a match or cigarette or 4 mmediately call your gas supplier turn on any gas or electrical appliance from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions carefully Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building 5 lf you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Clear the room building or area of all occupants N S S S 2 D 5 S California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances namely benzene carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support PROPER INSTALLATION GEAppliances com This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet you can receive one by visiting GEAppliances com or by calling 800 GE
22. ime Follow these steps Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket 2 Disconnect the duct from the dryer Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and reconnect the duct The Exhaust Hood Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating Make sure that there is no wildlife birds insects etc nesting inside the duct or hood 15 suon nusu Ajajes s S A S S 2 sd l 5 011 s umsuog Safety Instructions o S S S 2 D 2 S o Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 16 Venting the dryer For the best drying performance the dryer needs to be properly vented The dryer will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions E Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4 diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside E Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork M Use the shortest length possible M Do not crush kink or collapse the duct E Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects E Venting must conform to local building codes Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Befor e you call for service GEAppliances com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the char
23. ion provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes Perfect for use on a cold day or to warm towels or robes 17 suon nu su l Ajayes s S L S Q Pa S a S sd l Bunoovs lqnoll nod dns s umsuog About cycle status These cycle status indicator lights display what part of the cycle the dryer is in and remind you to clean the lint filter 5 SensorDry Plus TIMED DRY EXTENDED TUMBLE CLEAN LINT FILTER SENSING 3 5 SensorDry Plus SensorDry Plus This light comes on when a One Touch Sensor Dry Cycle is selected N TIMED DRY TIMED DRY This light comes on when AIR DRY DEWRINKLE DRYEL on some models or TIMED DRY is selected S EXTENDED TUMBLE EXTENDED TUMBLE This light comes on when the EXTEND TUMBLE option is selected D 5 bus S CLEAN LINT FILTER S CLEAN LINT FILTER This light is a reminder to clean the lint filter It comes on at the end of a eycle and goes off when the door is opened SENSING SENSING Sensor Dry Cycles provide greater drying accuracy than standard machines resulting in shorter dry times and better clothes care The SENSING light will flash and lights will flash in the display while the dryer is monitoring the amount of moisture remaining in the clothes When the SENSING light goes out the dryer will calculate and display the approximate time remaining EST TIME REMAINING D 5
24. ove dryer to an even floor space or adjust noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly leveling legs as necessary until even _ _ ee o Inconsistent drying times Type of heat Drying time will vary according to the type of heat used If you recently changed from an electric to a gas S natural or LP dryer or vice versa the drying time 11 could be different Q Type of load and The load size types of fabric wetness of clothes and the drying conditions length and condition of the exhaust system will affect drying times xi numbers Dryer is continuously monitoring This is normal When the dryer senses a low level of displayed during cycle the amount of moisture in moisture in the load the dryer will display the dry only lights the clothes time remaining Est Time Remaining The estimated time may change This is normal jumped to a when a smaller load than usual lower number is drying Clothes are still wet The door was opened mid cycle A dry cycle must be reselected each time a new load and diyer shut off after The load was then removed from is put in 2 a short time the dryer and a new load put in S without selecting a new cycle Small load When drying only a few items choose SPEED DRY or WD TIMED DRY 5 17 Est Time Remaining LAUNDRY PRACTICES Clothes are wrinkled Ss S 2 m 5 4
25. roximate time it will take the load to dry As the cycle begins you will see the approximate total cycle time in the display Then lights will flash in the display and the SENSING light will flash This means the dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of moisture in the load The lights will continue until the dryer senses a low level of moisture in the load At that point the dryer will calculate and display the approximate time remaining About cycle options NOTE Not all features are available on all dryer models GEAppliances com SIGNAL 9 Appearance and features may vary EXTEND TUMBLE ADD TIME ANT BACTERIAL DELAY 1 8 Hrs DAMP SIGNAL WARM UP SIGNAL Alerts you that the cycle is complete The beeper will continue to sound every two minutes for the next 6 minutes until the clothes are removed The clothes should be removed when the beeper goes off so wrinkles won t set in On some models press SIGNAL to turn the beeper on or off On some models press SIGNAL to select low or high volume or to turn the beeper off EXTEND TUMBLE Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 20 minutes of no heat tumbling after clothes are dry The beeper will sound every 90 seconds to remind you to remove the clothes The EST TIME REMAINING display will show 00 ADD TIME on some models This option can be used to extend drying time at the end of any cycle 10 minutes is added each time the pad is pr
26. s E Improper installation E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or E Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for anol God other than the intended purpose or used commercially H Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 23 suon nusu Ajaes gt Q A S Q rl S sd l Bunooys lqnoll uoddn sauinsuoy Consumer Support GE Appliances Website GEAppliances com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more Schedule Service GEAppliances com
27. softener package prop packa 2 Drying dirty items with clean ones Use your dryer to dry only clean items Dirty items can 5 stain clean items and the dryer Clothes were not completely clean Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes are wet appear after drying Use proper 2 washing procedures before drying Lint on clothes Lint filter is full Clean lint screen before each load Improper sorting Sort lint producers like chenille from lint collectors like corduroy Static electricity can attract lint See suggestions in this section under STATIC Overloading Separate large loads into smaller ones Paper tissue etc left in pockets Empty all pockets before laundering clothes Consumer Support 18 LAUNDRY PRACTICES Static occurs Collars and waistbands still wet at end of cycle Clothes take too long to dry Possible Causes No fabric softener was used GEAppliances com What To Do e Try a fabric softener Bounce Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Overdrying e Try a fabric softener Adjust setting to LESS DRY or DAMP Synthetics permanent press and blends can cause static The dryness monitor senses that Try a fabric softener Choose SPEED DRY or TIMED DRY to dry damp collars the body of the clothes is dry and waistb
28. ts on the following pages or 3 visit GEAppliances com You may not need to call for service gt 2 x OPERATION Possible Causes What To Do Q i 5 Control pads not Controls accidentally put in Press STOP 2 responding service mode Dryer doesnt start Control panel is asleep This is normal Press START twice to choose the last cycle you used and to start the dryer Dryer is unplugged e Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet Fuse is blown circuit breaker Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and s is tripped replace fuse or reset breaker NOTE Electric dryers use two fuses or breakers 3 Dryer doesn t heat Fuse is blown circuit breaker Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and 2 is tripped the dryer may tumble replace both fuses or reset both breakers Your dryer gt but not heat may tumble if only one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped 2 Gas service is off Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are Q fully open S LP gas supply tank is empty e Refill or replace tank Dryer should heat when utility m or there has been a utility service is restored interruption of natural gas gas models Load was already dry except for se Choose SPEED DRY or TIMED DRY to dry damp collars collars and waistbands and waistbands In the future when drying a load with collars and waistbands choose MORE DRY Dryer shakes or makes Some shaking noise is normal M
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