GE 453 Clothes Dryer User Manual
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1. They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dryer properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your dryer PROPER VEN TING 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 specifications outlined in the Venting the Dryer section in this manual and the Exhausting section in the Installation Instructions IF YOU NEED SERVICE You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section Or in the U S you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Canada call 1 800 361 3400 IM PORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be follow ed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or death m Do not store or use gasoline or other m installation and service must be performed2. 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 Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OFF position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply 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 E 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 IM The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the drver should be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician See the Loading and Using the Dryer section 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 MATCH Burns may result from having your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER Grasp the plug firmly w
3. 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 lighta match or cigarette or Immediately call your gas supplier from a turn on any gas or electrical appliance neighbor s phone Follow the gas Do not touch any electrical switch do not use phone your building 2 Jif you cannot reach your gas supplier call Clear the room building or area of all the fire department occupants 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 e PROPER INSTALLATION This drver must be installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before itis used If vou did not receive an Installation Instructio
4. 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 15 Service Telephone Numbers ons GE Answer Center In the U S 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Canada contact Manager Consumer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B E1C 9M3 In Home Repair Service In the U S 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away In Canada call 1 800 361 3400 Special Needs Service In the U S 800 626 2000 GE offers free of charge a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility In the U S call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 In Canada contact Manager Consumer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B ELC 9M3 Service Contracts In the U S 800 626 2224 Purchase service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount GE Consumer Service wi
5. load Large loads of heavy fabrics like beach towels Large heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take longer to dry Separate large heavy fabrics into smaller loads to speed drying time Controls improperly set Match control settings to the load you are drying Lint filter is full 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 Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer at a time Underloading If you are drying only one or two items add a few items to ensure proper tumbling Overdrying Select a shorter drying time Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture Letting items sit in dryer after cycle ends Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang immediately Some fabrics will naturally shrink 7 To avoid shrinkage follow garment care labels exactly when washed Others can be safely washed but will shrink in the dryer Some items may be pressed back into shape after dry
6. option the signal will sound at the end of the drying time and will sound several times during the EXTRA CARE cycle This will remind you that it is time to remove the clothes Drum Lamp some models Before replacing the light bulb be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb Drying Rack On some models A handy drying rack may be used for drying articles such as stuffed toys pillows or washable sweaters Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack extends into the dryer drum SensorDry On some models This feature is only activated in the automatic cycles If you have a Cycle Signal knob and you select the EXTRA CARE option a signal will sound at the end of the drying time and several times during the EXTRA CARE cycle This will remind you that it is time to remove the clothes NOTE E Remove garments promptly at the sound of the signal Place clothes on hangers so wrinkles won t set in Use the Cycle Signal especially when drying fabrics like polyester knits and permanent press These fabrics should be removed so wrinkles won t set in NOTE E The drying rack must be used with the TIMED CYCLE E Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer As the cl
7. Drying Cycles for Models 453 473 and 475 AUTOMATIC For cottons and most linens For most loads select the Preferred Regular Setting marked with an COTTONS AUTOMATIC For synthetic blends and delicates PERMANENT PRESS TIMED DRY Set the Cycle Selector at the desired drying time DAMP DRY For leaving items partially dry DEWRINKLE For removing wrinkles from items that are clean and dry or that are very lightly damp Drying Cycles for Models 333 AUTO For cottons and most linens For most loads select the Preferred Regular Setting marked with an COTTONS AUTO PERM For synthetic blends and delicates PRESS TIMED DRY Set the Cycle Selector at the desired drying time Start Close the dryer door Select START Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer To restart the dryer close the door and select START to complete the cycle About your dryer features EXTRA CARE OFF SET SIGNAL MEDIUM LOUD SensorDry Extra some models Use this option to minimize the wrinkles in clothes It provides approximately 15 minutes of no heat tumbling after the clothes are dry This option can only be used with the Automatic cycles Cycle Signal On some models This signal will sound just before the end of the cycle to remind you to remove the clothes On some models the signal sound level cannot be adjusted If you selected the EXTRA CARE
8. EWRINKLE 60 40 TIMED DRY Models Type 473 and 475 AUTOMATIC AUTOMATIC START FABRIC CARE EXTRA CARE SIGNAL si PRESS EXTRA CARE ae DRY START COTTONS PERM PRESS MEDIUM LOUD LESS DRY COOL DOWN REG HEAT MED HEAT S MORE DRY KNITS FLUFF EXTRA CARE DELICATES NO HEAT fis MIN LOW HEAT DEWRINKLE 4 50 DAMP DRY 40 gH B Optional Feature on some models ET ED DRY 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 exhaust ducts 6 Control Settings IM PORTANT Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer Fabric Care for M odels Type 453 473 and 475 COTTONS For regular to heavy cottons REG HEAT PERM PRESS For synthetics blends delicates and items labeled permanent press MED HEAT FLUFF For fluffing items without heat Use the TIMED DRY cycle NO HEAT KNITS For delicates synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low DELICATES LOW HEAT 1 Temperature for odels Type 333 REGULAR For regular to heavy cottons MEDIUM For synthetics blends delicates and items labeled permanent press FLUFF For fluffing items without heat Use the TIMED DRY cycle Automatic cycles automatically determine fabric dryness Select M ORE DRY for heavier fabrics LESS DRY for lighter fabrics Timed cycles run for a selected time
9. GE Appliances ryers M odels Type 333 453 473 475 Part 175D1807P277 Pub No 49 90010 5 99 JR 500A277P026 Rev 1 Safety Information 3 5 Operating Instructions 67 Features 8 Reversing Door 9 Loading and Using The Dryer 10 Venting The Dryer 11 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 12 13 Customer Service 202050000000 0 0 15 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover 2 Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your dryer That s important because your new dryer will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home GE amp You A Service Partnership RI IMPORTANTI Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here
10. exhausting to the outside E Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork E Use the shortest length possible E Do not crush or collapse Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects E Venting must conform to local building codes Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 11 Gstorer Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and Review the charts on the following W first and you may not need to call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dryer doesn t start Dryer is unplugged Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet Fuse is blown circuit breakeris Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and tripped replace fuse or reset breaker NOTE Most electric dryers use two fuses breakers Dryer doesn t heat Fuse is blown circuit breaker is Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and tripped the dryer may tumble replace fuse or reset breaker but not heat Gas service is off Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open Dryer shakes or makes Some shaking noise is normal Move dryer to an even floor space or adjust noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly leveling legs as necessary until even Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener Follow directions on fabric softener package Drying dirty items with clean ones Use your dryer to dry only clean i
11. he Lint Filter Clean the lint filter before each II Disconnect the duct from the drver use Moisten vour fingers and reach into the filter opening Run your fingers across the filter Have a hed qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer nesting inside duct or hood Fabric Care Labels Below are fabric care label symbols that affect the clothing you will be laundering WASH LABELS DRY LABELS Tumble dry wash cycle O O 0O QO amp Gentle Do not tumble dry used with delicate do not wash Bex Gentle Do not wring delicate Hot Warm Cold cool 50 C 120 F 40 C 105 F 30 C 85 F BLEACH LABELS Bleach symbols Normal Permanent Press wrinkle resistant 9 High Medium Normal Permanent Press Do not wash wrinkle resistant Hand wash Water temperature Heat setting No heat air Special instructions In the shade Line dry Dry flat Drip hang to dry Ds Only non chlorine bleach when needed Any bleach Do not bleach when needed 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
12. hen disconnecting this appliance to avoid damage to the cord while pulling Place the cord away from traffic areas so the responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under the warranty to this appliance Before discarding a dryer or removing it from service remove the dryer door to prevent children from hiding inside it will not be stepped on tripped over or E Do not tamper with controls subjected to damage E 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 that you understand and have the skills to carry out 7 Read and follow this Safety Information carefully ON SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ons Gastorer About the dryer control panel You can locate your mode number on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Models Type 333 AUTO AUTO START TEM PERATURE COTTONS DRY PERM MEDIUM LESS DRY LESS DRY PRESS START REGULAR FLUFF COOL DOWN MORE DRY e e H Models 453 AUTOMATIC AUTOMATIC START FABRIC CARE non pet ances MORE DRY sae LESS DRY COTTONS PERM PRESS LESS DRY COOL REG HEAT MED HEAT DOWN MORE DRY KNITS FLUFF DELICATES NO HEAT 80 MIN LOW HEAT 70 D
13. ing Ifyou are concerned about shrinkage in a particular item do not machine wash or tumble dry it 13 Notes t Soman GE Dryer Warranty For customers in the U S or an authorized Customer Care technician For service 7 All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers call 800 GE CARES For The Period Of GE 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 the original purchase defective part Five Years Any extra large or super capacity dryer drum which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this five year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs original purchase What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit product breakers E Improper installation E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially H Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible defects with this appliance This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner
14. ll still be there after your warranty expires In Canada call 1 800 461 3636 Parts and Accessories In the U S 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Please consult your yellow pages for your local Camco number Service Satisfaction Ifyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not pleased in U S write all the details including your phone number to Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 or in Canada to Director Consumer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B 9M3 Printed in Canada
15. loor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping 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 Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes wait until the drum has completely stopped 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 E Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemcial reaction that could cause a clothes load to catch fire E Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or that contains flammable materials such as cleaning cloths mops towels used in beauty 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 ite
16. ms 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 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 E Never climb on or stand on the dryer top The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid such a result carefully follow the garment manufacturer s care instructions E Do not dry articles containing rubber plastic 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 E Do not store plastic paper or clothing that may burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry such as life jackets containing Kapok must not be putin 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 clothing during subsequent dryer uses E To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel
17. ns sheet vou can receive one bv calling toll free in the United States the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 In Canada call 1 800 361 3400 E Properly ground dryer to conform with all Exhaust Ducting B a Codes and orjinanees l Gas drvers MUST be exhausted to the outside Installation Instructions II Exhausting electric drvers to the outside is strongly recommended to prevent large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room IM Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather E Connect to a properly rated protected and sized MA Ja Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4 power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload 3 diameter ductwork inside thednercabinetor E Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of all for exhausting to the outside USE OF PLASTIC shipping materials properly 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 3 Gastorer IM PORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING YOUR LAUNDRY AREA E Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials lint paper rags etc gasoline chemicals and other flammable vapors and liquids E Keep the f
18. oading Hints general rule if clothes are sorted properly for the washer they are sorted properly for the dryer Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm They may cause fabric softener stains Bounce Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions Do not overload This wastes energy and causes wrinkling Do not dry the follow ing 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 Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and The Exhaust Hood Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating Make sure that there is not wildlife birds insects etc We 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 A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover drying time products Apply these products away from the dryer fabric may then be washed and dried Follow these steps normally Damage to your dryer caused by these products is not covered by your warranty plug from the wall socket T
19. othes tumble they touch a large sensor The SensorDry feature will stop the heating cycle as soon as the clothes have reached the selected dryness About the reversing the door Reversing the Door Tools needed Standard 2 Jape tipped Mi Needle nosed Phillips screwdriver knife pliers l 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 wav into the TOP holes for each hinge on the opposite side where vou removed the filler plugs Applv firm pressure to get the screw started in untapped 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 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 manufacturer s care label when laundering Sorting and L
20. tems Dirty items can 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 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 leftin pockets Empty all pockets before laundering clothes Static occurs No fabric softener was used Trya 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 Trya fabric softener Adjust controls for less drying Synthetics permanent press and Try a fabric softener blends can cause static Inconsistent drying times of heat Automatic drying times will vary according to the type 12 of heat used electric natural or LP gas size of load types of fabrics wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts Problem Clothes take too long to dry Clothes are wrinkled Clothes shrink Possible Causes Improper sorting What To Do Separate heavy items from lightweight items generally a well sorted washer load is a well sorted dryer
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