GE DHDVH52 How to use

GE Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
31-9136
GE Dryer
DBVH512
DCVH515
DHDVH52
Technical Service Guide
DECEMBER 2005
GE Consumer & Industrial

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The information in this service guide is intended for use by
individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical,
electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a
major appliance may result in personal injury and property
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the interpretation
of this information, nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury or death. If you smell gas:
– Do not try to light any appliance.
– Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in the
building.
– Immediately call the gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
– If you cannot reach the gas supplier, call the fire department.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing this product. If
electrical power is required for diagnosis or test purposes, disconnect the power
immediately after performing the necessary checks.
RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES
If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to complete a
path to ground are removed for service, they must be returned to their original
position and properly fastened.
GE Consumer & Industrial
Technical Service Guide
Copyright © 2005
All rights reserved. This service guide may not be reproduced in whole or in part in
any form without written permission from the General Electric Company.

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Airflow ....................................................................................................................................................................................23
Air Duct Assembly ............................................................................................................................................................42
Belt Switch ...........................................................................................................................................................................34
Blower Housing..................................................................................................................................................................34
Component Locator Views...........................................................................................................................................24
Control Board Assembly ...............................................................................................................................................44
Control Panel ......................................................................................................................................................................28
Control Features...............................................................................................................................................................6
Cycle Options......................................................................................................................................................................9
Door Switch .........................................................................................................................................................................42
Drive Belt............................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Drum....................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Drum Shaft Bearing.........................................................................................................................................................31
Drum Slide Assembly......................................................................................................................................................41
Dryer Components ..........................................................................................................................................................28
Dryer Features...................................................................................................................................................................11
Error Codes .......................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Flame Detector ..................................................................................................................................................................37
Front Panel...........................................................................................................................................................................29
Gas Valve .............................................................................................................................................................................35
Gas Valve Coil Assembly ...............................................................................................................................................36
Heater Assembly...............................................................................................................................................................35
High Limit Thermostat....................................................................................................................................................40
Idler Assembly....................................................................................................................................................................31
Ignitor.....................................................................................................................................................................................37
Ignitor Circuit Operation................................................................................................................................................38
Inlet Control Thermistor.................................................................................................................................................39
Inlet Safety Thermostat.................................................................................................................................................39
Introduction.........................................................................................................................................................................5
LP Conversion.....................................................................................................................................................................36
Moisture Sensor ................................................................................................................................................................43
Motor and Blower Wheel Assembly......................................................................................................................... 32
Nomenclature ....................................................................................................................................................................4
Operation Overview.........................................................................................................................................................22
Outlet Control Backup Thermostat........................................................................................................................... 41
Outlet Control Thermistor .............................................................................................................................................40
Pedestal Installation (Washer and Dryer)..............................................................................................................16
Power Board........................................................................................................................................................................43
Reversing the Door Swing ............................................................................................................................................12
Schematics and Wiring Diagrams............................................................................................................................48
Service Test Mode.............................................................................................................................................................45
Stacking Instructions ......................................................................................................................................................19
Top Panel ..............................................................................................................................................................................28
Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................................................50
Table of Contents

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Nomenclature
The letter designating
the year repeats every
12 years.
Example:
T - 1974
T - 1986
T - 1998
Serial Number
The first two characters of the serial number
identify the month and year of manufacture.
Example: AH123456S = January, 2005
A- JAN 2005 - H
D - FEB 2004 - G
F - MAR 2003 - F
G - APR 2002 - D
H - MAY 2001 - A
L - JUN 2000 - Z
M - JUL 1999 - V
R - AUG 1998 - T
S - SEP 1997 - S
T - OCT 1996 - R
V - NOV 1995 - M
Z - DEC 1994 - L
The nomenclature tag is located on
the front panel inside the door.
Note: The technical sheet is located
inside the control panel.
Model Number
Capacity/Configuration
V = Very Big
D C V H 5 1 5 E F 0 W W
Brand
D = General Electric
Feature Packages
B = Base
C = Contract/HPS
HD = Brand Feature Pack
Backsplash Control/Platform
H = Horizontal
Color
WW - White
GG - Granite
Engineering Revision
Alpha or Numeric
Model Year
F - 2005
G - 2006
H - 2007
J - 2008
K - 2009
Fuel/Voltage
E = 220V/208V 60 Hz.
G = Gas 120V 60Hz.
Nomenclature
Control
Features

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The new GE dryer has the following features:
Large 7.0-cubic foot dryer drum
Drying Rack - Available on some models, for drying delicate items such as washable sweaters.
Drum Lamp
My Cycle selection saves a favorite cycle for future use.
Built-in service test mode. Specific dryer components can be operated. Error codes are recorded and
accessible on the control panel's 7-segment display.
Dual Thermistors - Thermistors are more sensitive to temperature changes and can relay the
information faster than thermostats. The dryer utilizes dual thermistors to monitor incoming air
temperature as well as air temperature leaving the drum. The sensors work together with the variable
heater and the blower to provide consistent, even heat.
Moisture Sensor - The moisture sensor allows the control to monitor the fabric for moisture content and
end the cycle at the desired moisture level.
Flush Door Handle
Reversible Door
UV Stabilizers - The control panel, control panel cover, and door outer panel have UV stabilizers to
prevent yellowing when exposed to sunlight.
The GE dryer can be installed on top of the GE
Front Load Washer. (Stacking kit supplied with
washer.)
Pedestal available at additional cost. White
(model number SBSD227FWW) and granite
(model number SBSD227FGG).
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Control Features
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D ELAY
S TART
H OLD 3 S EC
TO
L OCK
C ONTROL
S TART
P AUSE
E STIMATED T IME R EMAINING
DELAY CLEAN LINT FILTER
DRYING DAMP COOL DOWN
P OWER
ADJUST
TIME
T IME D RY
A CTIVE W EAR
S ENSOR D RY
E AST C ARE
M IXED L OAD
C OTTONS
T IMED D RY
(NO HEAT)
A IR F LUFF
S PEED D RY
D EWRINKLE
D ELICATES
H OLD 3 S EC
TO
S TORE
M Y C YCLE
E XTEND
T UMBLE
D AMP
A LERT
S IGNAL
M ORE D RY
D RY
L ESS D RY
D AMP
SENSOR DRY LEVEL
M EDIUM
H IGH
L OW
E XTRA L OW
A NTI-
B ACTERIAL
D RY T EMP
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P OWER
S TART
P AUSE
ADJUST
TIME
T IME D RY
A CTIVE W ARE
S ENSOR D RY
E AST C ARE
M IXED L OAD
C OTTONS
T IMED D RY
D EWRINKLE
S PEED D RY
D ELICATES
HOLD 3 SEC
TO STORE
M Y C YCLE
HOLD 3 SEC
TO LOCK
CONTROL
D ELAY
S TART
E XTEND
T UMBLE
D AMP
A LERT
S IGNAL
M ORE D RY
D RY
L ESS D RY
D AMP
S ENSOR D RY L EVEL
M EDIUM
H IGH
L OW
E XTRA L OW
(TIMED DRY)
N O H EAT
D RY T EMP
E STIMATED T IME R EMAINING
DELAY CLEAN LINT FILTER
DRYING DAMP COOL DOWN
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D ELAY
S TART
HOLD 3 SEC
TO LOCK
CONTROL
S TART
P AUSE
E STIMATED T IME R EMAINING
DELAY CLEAN LINT FILTER
DRYING DAMP COOL DOWN
P OWER
ADJUST
TIME
TIME DRY
T IMED D RY
(NO HEAT)
A IR F LUFF
D EWRINKLE
W ARM U P
S PEED D RY
D ELICATES
A CTIVE W EAR
E AST C ARE
M IXED L OAD
C OTTONS
SENSOR DRY
E XTEND
T UMBLE
D AMP
A LERT
S IGNAL
M ORE D RY
D RY
L ESS D RY
D AMP
S ENSOR D RY L EVEL
M EDIUM
H IGH
LOW
E XTRA L OW
A NTI-
B ACTERIAL
D RY T EMP
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Power
Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the dryer in the standby mode.
NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Dry Cycles
The dry cycle controls the length and tumble speed of the drying process. The chart below will
help you match the dry setting with the loads.
Sensor Cycles
COTTONS 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.
DRYEL™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. Can also 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 Press to use, create or modify custom dry cycles.
Timed Dry
Use to set your own dry time. TIMED DRY is also recommended for small loads.
To use TIMED DRY:
1. Turn dry cycle dial to 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 continuously 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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Dry Temp
You can change the temperature of your dry cycle.
ANTI-BACTERIAL This option may only be used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD 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 this
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 P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers.
HIGH For regular to heavy cottons.
MEDIUM For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press.
LOW For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low.
EXTRA LOW For lingerie and special-care fabrics.
NO HEAT Can only be used with TIMED DRY.
START
Press to start a dry cycle. If the dryer is running, press it once and it will pause the dryer.
Press it again to restart the dry cycle.
My Cycle (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 MY CYCLE combination of settings:
1. Select your drying cycle.
2. Change DRY TEMP and SENSOR DRY LEVEL settings to fit your needs.
3. Select any drying OPTIONS you want.
4. Press and hold the pad for three seconds to store your selection. A beep will sound
and the pad will light up.
To recall your stored MY CYCLE combination:
Press the MY CYCLE button before drying a load.
To change your stored MY CYCLE combination:
Follow steps 1–4 in “To store a MY CYCLE combination of settings”.
MYCYCLE
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Extend Tumble
Minimizes wrinkles by adding
approximately 60 minutes of no-heat
tumbling after clothes are dry. The beeper
will sound every 2 minutes to remind you
to remove the clothes. The ESTIMATED
TIME REMAINING display will show 00.
Damp Alert
This option causes the dryer to beep when
clothes have dried to a damp level. Remove
items that you wish to hang dry. The DAMP
ALERT will only beep when this option
is selected.
Removing clothes and hanging them when
they are damp can reduce the need to iron
some items.
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 have been removed. The clothes
should be removed when the beeper goes
off so wrinkles don’t set in.
Press SIGNAL to select low, medium or high
volume, or to turn the beeper off.
Delay Start
Use to delay the start of your dryer.
1. Choose your dry cycle and any options.
2. Press DELAY START. You can change the
delay time in 1 hour increments using
the +or –arrow pads.
3. Press the START pad to start the
countdown.
The countdown time will be shown in the
ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display.
NOTE: If the door is opened while the dryer is
in DELAY, the countdown time will not restart
unless the door is closed and START has been
pressed again.
DAMP
ALERT
EXTEND
TUMBLE
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Cycle Options

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Lock
You can lock the controls to prevent any
selections from being made. Or you can
lock the controls after you have started
a cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start the dryer
by touching pads with this option selected.
To lock the dryer, press and hold the lock
icon for 3 seconds. To unlock the dryer,
press and hold the lock icon for 3 seconds.
The icon of the lock next to the timer will
light up when the controls are locked.
H OLD 3 S EC
TO
S TORE
M Y C YCLE
My Cycle (on some models)
To save a favorite cycle, set the desired
settings and hold down the MY CYCLE
button for 3 seconds. A beep will sound
to indicate the cycle has been saved.
To use your custom cycle, press the MY
CYCLE button before drying a load.
To change the saved cycle, set the desired
settings and hold down the MY CYCLE
button for 3 seconds.
See page 8 for more details.
DELAY CLEAN LINT FILTER
DRYING DAMP COOL DOWN
Estimated Time Remaining
Displays the approximate time remaining
until the end of the cycle.
As the cycle begins, you will see an initial
approximate total cycle time in the display.
Then lights will “race” in the display. 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.