GE DBVH512 User manual

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Safety instructions ............ 2-5
Operating Instructions
Control Panels ..................... 6-8
Cycle Options ..................... 9, !0
Dryer Features ...................... !!
Loading and Using
the Dryer ......................... 17, 18
Reversing the Door Swing ........ 12-16
Venting the Dryer ................... 19
Stacking ........................ 20-23
Troubleshooting Tips ........ 24-26
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ......... Back Cover
Warranty .......................... 27
DCVH515
DHDVH52
DBVH512
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
They are on the label on
the front of the drger behind
the door.
175D1807P579 49-90311 09-06 JR

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
For yoursafety,the informationin this manualmust be followed tominimize the risk of fire
or explosion,electric shock, or topreventpropertydamage,personalinjury,or death.
•Donotstoreor use gasoline or other
flammable vaporsand liquids in the
vicinityof thisor anyother appliance.
•Installationand service mustbeperformed
bya qualified installer,service agency or
the gas supplier.
WHATTODOIF YOUSMELLGAS:
[] Donottry tolighta match,or cigarette, or
turnon anygas or electrical appliance.
[] Donottouchanyelectrical switch; donot
useanyphone in yourbuilding.
[] Clear the room,buildingor area ofall
occupants.
[]Immediately call,yourgassupplier
froma neighborsphone. Follow the
gassupplier'sinstructionscarefully.
[] ff youcannot reach yourgassupplier,
call the fire department.
Cafifomia Safe Drinking Water and ToxicEnforcement Act
This act requires the governor of Califimfia to publish a list of substances kno\sn to tile state to catlse cancel;
birth detb'cts or other reproductix e hm'm and requires businesses to warn customel_ of potential exl)osm'e
to StlC]l stlbsti/llCeS.
Gas appliances call cause minor exposure to fl_ur of these substances, namely benzene, carbon mono_ide,
fimnaldehyde and soot, caused primarily b_' tile incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fl/els,
Pxoperly ac!iusted drye_ will minimize incomplete combustion, EN)osm'e to these substances can be
minimized fllrther by properly venting tile dryer to tile ot/tdoo_,
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%PROPERINSTALLAtiON
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 ge.com, or by calling 800.GECARE$ (800.432.2737).
[] Properly ground dryer to confi}nn with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
[] Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below fi'eezing or exposed to
the weather:
[] Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized
power supply circuit to a_)id electrical overload.
[] Remove tile colored protective film l/"om both
tile control panel and tile doo,:
[] Remo\v all shaq) packing items and dispose
ot all shipping materials properly.
[] DO Ilot FeIllove tile vent protector ,q'om tile
back of the (hwel:
[] Pull the pxotector out and down to its lowest
position and connect the exhaust duct to the
(h'vel: Tile lowered protector will prevent tile
duct i]'om getting crushed.
Exhaust/Ducting:
_] Drvel_ MUSTbe exhausted to tile outside to
prevent l'u'oe,_ amounts of moisture and lint
fl'om being blown into the room.
]*. . it
[_ t_se ()Ill) ngld metal or flexable metal 4
diameter duct\_ork inside tile (h'_er cabinet or
fkw exha usting to tile (_utside. USE OF PLASTIC
OROTHERCOMBUSTIBLEOUCTWORKCAN
CAUSEAFIREPUNCTUREDBUCTWORKCAN
CAUSEAFIREIFIT COLLAPSESORBECOMES
OTHERWISERESTRICTEDIN USEOROURING
iNSTALLATION.
For complete details, fbllow tile Installation
Instructions.

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALLiNSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
k, WARNING!
YOURIAUNDflYAflEA
• Keep the area underneath and around ",'our
appliances fl'ee of combustible materials
(lint, paper; rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals
and other flammable wq)o_ and liquids.
• Keep the floor around your appliances clean
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
• Close supervision is necessm T if this appliance
is used bv or near children. Do not allow children
to play on, with or inside this or any other
appliance.
• Keep all lmlnd_w aids (such as detergents,
bleaches, etc.) out (ff the reach of chikh'en,
preli_rably in a locked cabinet. Observe all
warnings on container labels to avoid injury.
• Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
WHENUSINGYOURDRYER
• Never reach into the dt_'er while the drum is
moving. Before loading, mfloading or adding
clothes, wait until the drum has completely
stopped.
• Clean the lint filter befin'e each load to prevent
lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the
room. DO NOT OPERATETHE DRYERWITHOUT
THELINT FILTERIN PLACE.
• Do not wash or dr)" 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 eN)osed to cooking oils in
wmr (hTe_: Items contaminated with cooking oils
may contribute to a chemical reaction that could
cause a clothes load to catch fire.
• Anv article on which wm have used a cleaning
solvent or that contains flammable materials
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in
beaut)' salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)
m ust not be placed in or near the d_wer 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
cleanei_, SOllle spot i'ell/overs, ttli])entines,
WaXes, WaX i'eillovers and pi'o(hlctS containing
petroleum distillates.
• The laundry process can reduce the flame
retardanc_ of rid)tics. To axoid such a result,
careflllE fi)llow the gmment manufacturer's
eai'e instlllctions.
• Do not dry articles containing rubbe_; plastic,
foam or si_nilar materials such as padded bras,
temfis 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 drcumstances produce fire by
spont;i neo/is COil/b/istion.
• Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may
bm_ or melt on top (ff tile dryer during
opei_ltion.
•(;mments labeled OryAway from Heat or Do Not
Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing kapok)
lit liSt not be put in your (h'vet:
• Do not (hT fiberglass articles in your dryer:
Skin irritation could result fl'om the remaining
particles that may be picked up by clothing
dulJng subsequent dryer rises.
• To minimize the possibility of electric shock,
unphlg this appliance fl'om the power supply
or disccmnect the dryer at the building's
distribution panel b)' removing the fllse or
switching off the circuit breaker befi)re
attempting any maintenance or cleaning
(except the removal and cleaning of the lint
filter). NOTE:Pressing START, STOP or POWER
does NOTdisconnect the appliance fi'om the
power supply.
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WHENUSINGYOURDRYER(cont.)
• Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is
damaged, nmlflmcdoning, partially disassembled,
or has missing or broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
• The interior of the machine and the exhaust
duct connection inside the chyer should be
cleaned at least once a year by a qualified
technidan. See the loadingand Using the Dryor
section.
• If vom_ is a gas (hTe_, it is equipped with an
automatic electric ignition and does not have
apilot light. DONOTATTEMPT TOLIGHT WITHA
MATCH. Burns may result fr(>m having y(>ur hand
in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic
• Ybu may Msh to soften your laundered lid)tics
or reduce the static electridtv in them by using
a (hTe_=ai)i)lied rid)tic softener or an anti-static
condifione_; _'e recommend you use either a
lid)tic softener in the wash cycle, according to
the manufi_cturer's instructions for those
products, or t_?' a drye>added product fin.
which the manuemmrer gives written assurance
on the package that their product can be saflqv
used in your (h_'e_: Service or i)erfimnance
problelns caused bv use of these products are
the responsibili D' of the manulhcture_ (ff those
products and are not covered under the warranty
to this appliance.
ignition ttlrns on.
CWHENNOTUSINGYOURDRYER
• Grasp the plug firefly 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.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
this appliance or attempt any se_Mcing unless
specifically recommended in this Owner's Manual
or in i)ublished use>repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to car_ T out.
• Before discarding a (hTe_; or removing it fl'om
se_Mce, remove the (hTer door to prevent
children fi'om hiding inside.
• Do not tamper with controls.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the dryercontrolpanel.
Youcan locate your model number at the top inside of the door opening.
Model DHDVH52
Model DCVH515
Model DBVH512
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Power
Press to "wake up" the displa). If the displa) is actixe, press to put the drxer in the standby mode.
/VOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply
ODry Cycles
The (h'_ cwle controls the length and tumble speed of the drying process. The chart below will
help )ou match the dr_ setting with the loads.
Sensor Cycles
co'r]'oNs For cottons and most linens.
MIXED LOAD For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.
EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
ACTIVE WEAR Clothing worn for active sports exercise and some casual wear. Fabrics include new technology finishes
and stretch fibers such as Spandex.
DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics.
DRYELTM Designed for use with the DRYEL_ "dry clean only" fabric care system. See product package for directions.
For questions or issues related to use and performance of DRYEL_, see the Website at: www.dryel.com.
SPEED DRY For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sports or school uniforms. Canalso be used if the
previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands.
Timed Dry Cycles
DEWRINKLE For removing wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp. This cycle is not recommended for
delicate fabrics.
WARM UP Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.
AIR FLUFF Use this feature to tumble items without heat.
My Cycle(on some models)
MY CYCLE Pressto use, create or modify custom dry cycles.
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Timed Dry
Use to set your own dry time. TIMED DRYis also recoininended for small loads.
To use TIMED DRY."
I. Turn dry cycle dial t(> TIMED DRY..
2. Select the drying time by pressing the ÷and -buttons,
3. Select the DRY.TEMP,
4. Close the door,
5. Press START
Sensor Dry Level
The sensor contintu)usl)' monitors the amount of moisture in the load, When the moisture in your
clothes reaches your selected dry level, the dryer will stop.
MORE DRY Use for heavy or mixed type of fabrics.
DRY Use for normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle
for energy saving.
LESS DRY Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).
DAMP For leaving items partially damp.
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ODry Temp
YOu cm_ (h'm-e, _ the temper_mu'e ot }our dr} c_(le.
ANTI-BACTERIAL Thisoptionmayonlybeusedwith COTTONSor MIXED LOADcycles.Thisoptionreducescertain
typesof bacteriaby99.9%,including:Staphylococcusaureus,PseudomonasaeruginosaandK/ebsie//a
pneumoniae"_.Theanti-bacterialprocessoccurswhenhigh heatis usedduringa portionofthis
dryingcycle.
NOTE:Donot usethis cycleondelicatefabrics.
TheAnti-BacterialCycleis CertifiedbyNSFInternational(formerlyNationalSanitationFoundation)
to NSFProtocolP154SanitizationPerformanceofResidentialClothesDryers.
NSF Protocol P 154 ]
S midza0on Perfbrmailce ol
Residendal Clothes I)ryers
NIGH Forregularto heavycottons.
MEDIUM Forsynthetics,blendsanditems labeledpermanentpress.
LOW Fordelicates,syntheticsanditems labeledTumbleDryLow.
EXTRALOW Forlingerieandspecial-carefabrics.
NO BEAT Canonlybeusedwith TIMED DRY.
_START
Pless to start _ (h_ c?(le. If tile dr?er is rumlhlg, press it once and it will pause tlle dr_er.
Press it again to restart tile oh'} cycle.
MJf Cyc/e (on some models)
Set up your fhvorite combination of settings and s;lve them here flw one touch recall.
These custom settings call be set while a cycle is ill progress,
Tostore a MY CYCLEcombination of settings:
1. Select your drying cycle.
2. Change ORY TEMP and SENSOR ORYLEVEL settings to fit your needs.
3. Select ally drying OPTIONS y(m want.
4. Press and hold tile _ pad for three seconds to store ?our selection. A beep will sound
and tile pad will light up.
Torecall your stored MY CYCLEcombination:
Press tile MYCYCLEbutton beflwe dr)ing a load.
Tochange your stored MY CYCLEcombination:
Follow steps 1-4 in "To store a MY CYCLEcombination of settings".
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Aboutcycle options.
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Extend Tumble
Minimizes wrinkles by adding
approximately 60 minutes cff no-heat
tumbling after clothes are dry. Tile beeper
will sound e\ eU2 minutes to remind you
to remo\v tile clothes. Tile ESTIMATED
TIMEREMAiNING display will show 00.
Damp Alert
This option causes tile dr_vr to beep when
clothes have dried to a dalnp level. Remove
items that you wish to hang <hT. Tile DAMP
ALERTwill only beep when this option
is selected.
Removing clothes and hanging them when
tile) are damp can reduce tile need to iron
sore e item s.
Signal
?derts you that tile cycle is complete. Tile
beeper will continue to sound evex_'two
minutes for tile next 6 minutes, until tile
clothes have been removed. Tile clothes
should be removed when tile beeper goes
off so wrinkles don't set in.
Press SIGNALto select low, medium or high
xolume, or to turn tile beeper ott.
iiii
Delay Start
Use to delay tile start ot your dryer;
I. Choose vour (hy cycle and any options.
2. Press DELAYSTART You can change tile
delay time in ] hour increments using
tile +or -arrow pads.
3. Press tile STARTpad to start tile
co/intdown.
The countdown time will be shown in the
ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display:
NOTE:If thedooris openedwhile thedryeris
in DELAy thecountdowntimewill notrestart
uniessthedooris dosedandSTARThasbeen
pressedagain.

About cJfc_e options. NOTE."Not all features are available on all dryer models.
Lock
You can lock the controls to prevent any
selections fl'om being made. Or you can
lock the controls after you have started
a cycle.
Childrencannotaccidentallystart thedryer
by touchingpadswith this optionselected.
To lock the d_ye_, press and hold the lock
icon fiw 3 seconds, To tmlock the chTe_;
press and hold the lock icon fin" 3 seconds.
The icon of the lock next to the timer will
light up when the controls are locked.
Estimated Time Remaining
[)isI_lms, the IIa _ )roximate time remaining,
tmti] the end of the cycle.
,&sthe cycle begins, you will see an initial
approximate total cyde time in the display.
Then lights will "race" in the display. This
means the d_'er is continuously monitoring
the amotmt of moisture in the load. The
lights will continue tmtil the d_'er senses
a low level of moisture in the load. At that
point, the d_Ter will cah'ulate and display
the approximate time remaining.
My Cycle (on some models)
To save a fi_vorite cycle, set the desired
settings and hold down the MY CYCLE
button fin" 3 seconds. A beep will sotmd
to indicate the cycle has been saved.
To use XOEU"custom cycle press the MY
CYCLEbutton before drying a load.
To chanoe the saxed cxcle, set the desired
settings and hold down the MY CYCLE
button for 3 seconds.
See I)age, 8 fin" more details.
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Drum Lamp
getore replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or
disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the
fllse or switching off the circuit breaker. Reach above drver opening fl'om
inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb.
Drying Rack (onsomemodels)
A handy drying rack ma_ be used for drying delicate items such as
washable sweaters. Place items fiat on the dQing rack and block such
items as wool sweaters and delicate tabrics. Drx with low heat.
To install the drvim,.., rack, pull up the lint filter slightly. Insert the drvim*.
rack into the slots, then push the filter back down.
NOTE:
• The drying rack must be used with the TIMED DRYor RACKDRY
(on some models) cycles.
• Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.
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Reversingthedoorswing.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Read the instHwtions all the way
through befi_re starting,
• Handle parts carefilllv to awfid
scratching paint,
•Set screws down bv their related parts
to avoid using them in the wrong
places.
• Provide anon-scratching work sm'lhce
fl_r the doors.
• Normal completion time to reverse the
door swing is 30-60 minutes.
IMPORTANT'. Once wm begin, do not
move the cabinet tmtil doox_swing
reversal is completed.
These instructions are tin" changing
the hinges ti'om the right side to the
lett side--if you ever want to switch them
back to the right side, tidlow these same
inst_ uctions and reverse all reterences
to the lett and right.
TOOLSYOUWILLNEED
AdjustableCrescentWrench
PhillipsHeadScrewdriver PuttyKnifeor
Thin-BladeScrewdriver
DOORPARTS
HingeAssembly
PlasticCover
Nut(#8) 2 Washer 2
Large Tapping Screw
1#10)6
A
TappingScrew(#8) 2 MachineScrew(#8)6
STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS
Before YouStart
I. Unph/g the drxer from its electrical
outlet.
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STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)
Remove Door Assembly
2. Open the door to approxin/ately 90 degrees. I_.emox e the 4 screws _startiw,
fl'om the bottom to the top. Make sure the door is supported while
remo',ing the screws.
3. i,oosen the top screw as shown. Unhook the door by, lifting, and Imlling, as
shown b_ the arrows.
4. i,a} the door down on a sott protected fiat surface so that the inner part
thces upward (door restino, _ on the handle side).
2#8MachineScrews 6#10
Large
Screws
5. Remoxe the 6 laroe_, tapping screws (#10) located around the perimeter
of the door outlining the gasket, and the 2 machine screws (#8) on the
hiw*e side.
8. X'_ith the screws remoxed, turn the door oxer and separate the silxer coxer
part of the door from the door frame and set aside.
Z Unlock the 4 tabs on the plastic coxer and separate the plastic coxer from
NOTE: Disregard the "DO NOT REMOVE" label on the plastic cruet.
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STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)
Remove Hinge
IMPORTANT" Note tile location ot tile hinge (left or right) before removing.
8. _\'ith tile door tl"ame part of tile door laid down on a protected soft sm'L_ce,
reinove tile hinge cover by removing tile 2 tapping screws (#8) that tasten it
to the fl'ame. The hinge cover is located at the opposite side of the hinge
assembly.
9. Remoxe tile 9 nuts, washers and tile 9 machine screws (#8).
10.Remoxe tile hinge assembly by remoxing tile 2 machine screws (#8) that
fi_sten it to the fl'ame. Pull the him*e assemblx out and set it aside.
Reinstall Hinge Assembly
11.Place tile hinge assembE in tile opposite side of tile door. _Mign tile hinge
holes with the door holes.
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12. I,ooselx tasten tile hinge assembly to tile edoe using 2 machine screws (#8).
13. Hold tile door on its side with one hand and tasten tile remaining 2 screws
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STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCTIONS(cont.)
Reinstall Nuts and Hinge Cover
14.Place the door on its edge. Assemble the 2 machine screws (#8), washers
and iltltS. Tighten tlsino._awrench and screwdriver.
15.Place the hinge, cover in position. Align the hinoe_ cover holes with the
holes in the door.
16. Secure the hinoe_ cover with the 2 tal)t)ino,_ screws (#8).
Reassemble Door Assembly
IMPORTANT" Make sure there is no dirt or any other foreign material in
between the window panes.
1Z Place the plastic cover onto the inner door and lock in place with
the 4 tabs.
18.Place the outer door onto the inner door.
Topof Doo/
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STEP-BY-STEPINSTRUCtiONS(cont.)
Reassemble Door Assembly (cont.)
19.Afier reversing door, there will be a misnmtch between the outer door and
the innei" doox'.
Make sure that the handle part of the outer door is opposite the hinge,
as shown.
\20. Turn the door oxer and tasten the outer door to the inner door using the
6 laroe ta )Dim, (# 10).
[ • _ scYews
Move Strike Bracket
21. Using a putt) knife or am other fiat tool, remoxe the 5 plastic screw caps
located on the dr_er where the door will be installed and install them on
the opposite side.
\_. Switch the strike bracket and its coxer on the opposite side by remoxing the
screws; then reinstall both on the opposite side.
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Tighten
Reinstall Door Assembly
23. The door is now ready to be installed on the dryer. To ease this step,
the hinge has keyholes that allow a partially fastened screw to be used
as a hook.
Partially thsten a screw to the uppermost screw hole. Hook the door on the
partially tastened screw.
Fasten the hinge by installing the other 4 screws and tightening the
partially tastened screw above.
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Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
FabricCareLabels
Below are fhbric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
WASH LABELS
MachineU_
wash
cycle Noro,a_ p..........tP_ess/
wrinkle resistant Gentle/ Do not wash Do notwring
delicate Hand wash
Front load c.tego_
Tap Cold
target water Co_d
temperature Warm
Hot
Sanitize
Target Automatic
Water Temperature TemperatureControl
Inlet Water Temperature Not used
27°C/80°F Used
40°C/105°F Used
50°C/120°F Used
70°C/160°F Used
DRYLABELS
dry Dry Normal bqD
Permanent Press/ Gentle/
wrinkle resistant delicate
Do not dw
Do not tumble dry (used with
do not wash)
setting
High Medium
® •
Low No heat/air
D Fq Pq
Linedry/ Drip dry Dry fiat In the shade
hang to dry
BLEACHLABELS
SyIIIuOIS Any bleach Only ....... Norine bleach Do not bleach
(when needed) (when needed)
SortingandLoadingHints
As a oeneral rtlle, if clothes are sorted )ro )erlx
tt,r ti_e washe,; the, are sorted ix'trperll it,It the
dryer. Try also to sort items according to size.
For example, (It) not dr_ a sheet with socks or
other small items.
Donotaddfabricsoftenersheetsoncetheloadhas
becomewarm.Theymaycausefabricsoftenerstains.
Bounce_FabricConditionerDryerSheetshavebeen
approvedforusein aft GEDryerswhenusedinaccordance
with themanufacturer#instructions.
Do not overload. Thiswastes energyand causes wrinkling.
Donot dry the following items: f/7_erg/assitems, woolens,
rubber-coateditems,plastics,itemswithplastictrimand
foam-filleditems.
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Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
CareandCleaningof theDryer
The Exterior:_ipe or dust any, si_ills or washing
compounds with a &map cloth. Dryer control
panel and finishes may be damaoed_ by, some
latin(h? pretream_ent soil and stain relnoxer
products. Appl) these products away from the
(hwer. The td)ric may then be washed and dried
nommllv. Dalnage to }our dr)er caused bx these
products is not co_ered by )our warrant_.
The Lint Niter: Clea n th e
lint filter befin'e each use.
Pull out the lint filte_:
Moisten wmr fingers and
reinove the captured lint.
Once clean, slide the filter
back into position. Have
a qualified technician
vacumn the lint fl'om the dryer once a veal;
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 time.
Follow these steps:
[7] Turn off electrical suppl_ by discmmecting
the plug from the wall s_clcet.
_ Disconnect the dtlct fFoIll the dryer:
_ Vac[l[lIll the duct with the hose attachment
and reconnect the duct.
The Exhaust Hoo& Check with a mirror that
the inside flaps (ff the hood move fl'eely when
operating. Make sure that there is no wildlife
(birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct
or hood.
NEVEROPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUTITSFILTER
IN PLACE.
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Ventingthedryer, gecom
For the best dxTing perflmnance, the dxTer needs to be properly vented. The dryer villi[ 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.
• Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4" (liameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet
or for exhausting to the outside.
• Do not use plastic or other combustible dttctwork.
• Use the shortest length possible.
• Do not crush, kink or collapse the duct.
• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
•Venting must conform to local building codes.
• Do not remove the vent protector from the back oI the dryer.
• Flip the protector down to its lowest position and connect the exhaust duct
to the dryer. The lowered protector will prevent the duct fl'om getting crushed,
Correct
Venting
Vent protectorin place_ "
Incorrect
Venting II ,d
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Stacking.
BEFOREYOUBEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT" Save these ixlstructioxls fin" local
electrical inspector's use.
•IMPORTANT" Obser;'e all governing codes and
ordinances.
•Note to Installer-Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
•Note to Consumer-Kee I) these instx uctions for
flKure reference.
•Installation must be performed 1)ya qualified
installer.
•Proper installation is the responsibilit) of the
installer.
FORYOURSAFETY
WARNING!
•Electric Shock Hazard. Disconnect power
heft)re installing. Failm'e to (lo so could result
in serious ix_jmT or death.
•Potential Personal Injury More than two people
are recommended to lift the dryer into position
because of its weight and size. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or death.
•Avoid Tipping and Rulmu'e of Utility Services.
Dryer x/ltxst be securely attached to the washex:
D() NOT place the washer on top of the dryer.
Failm'e to do so could result in i)ex_onal
injury/death or property damage.
•Mobile Home or Mamflhctm'ed Home
Installation - Stacking of a gas dryer is not
permitted in a mobile home or manufactm'ed
h oxIx e.
MINIMUMCLEARANCEOTHERTHANALCOVEORCLOSET
INSTALLATION
Minimmn clearance to combustible sm'laces
and fl)r air opening are: 0" both sides and l"
rear. (_onsideration must be given to provide
adequate clearance fi)r installation and sexwice.
ALCOVEORCLOSETINSTALLAtiON
•If _(mr (lr_ er is approved for installation in an
alcoxe or closet, it will be stated on a label on
the dr_er back.
•The dryer MUST be vented to the out(loox_.
Refer to dryer Installation Instructions for
derails.
•Minimmn clearance between (hTer cabinet
and a(!iacent walls or other surthces is:
0" either side
3" fl'ont and rear
•Minimmn vertical space fl'om floor to
overhead cabinets, ceiling, etc. is 43" without
pedestal, 55" with pedestal and 84" stacked.
•Ch)set doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and m ust contain a minimmn of 60
square inches of open area equally distributed.
If the closet contains both a washer and a
dryer, doors must contain a minim mn of 120
square inches of open area equally distributed.
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