GE GFDS175 User manual

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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Controls ........................... 4-7
Quick Start ........................... 5
Using the Dryer ...................... 8
Care and Cleaning ............. 9
Installation Instructions
Reversing the Door Swing ....... 10-15
Stacking the Washer/Dryer ..... 14-16
Troubleshooting Tips....... 17-20
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ................. 22
Warranty .......................... 21
GFDS175
GFDS170
Printed in Mexico
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
They are on the label on the front
of the dryer behind the door.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
A This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts to potential hazards that can kill or hurt and others. All
you you you
safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER","WARNING", or "CAUTION".These words
are defined as:
_ Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious inJury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could resultin minor or moderate inJury.
IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the riskof fire, explosion,electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
[] Readall instructionsbeforeusingtheappliance.
[] DONOTdry articles that have been previously cleaned in,washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
[] DONOTallow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when this appliance
is used near children. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
[] DONOTreach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
[] DONOTinstall or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
[] DONOTtamper with controls, repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have
the skills to carry out.
[] DONOTuse fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
[] DONOTuseheat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarlytextured rubber-like materials.
[] Clean lint screen before or after each load. DONOToperate the dryer without the lint filter in place.
[] Donot store combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Keep area around the exhaust opening
and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt. Keep dryer area clear and free from items
that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
[] The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
[] DONOTplace items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a
chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
[] Keepthe floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
[] Unplugthe appliance or turn offthe circuit breaker before servicing. Pressingthe Power or Start/Pause button DOESNOT
disconnect power.
[] DONOToperate this appliance if it isdamaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,or hasmissing or broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
[] DONOTspray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any time. Donot useany type of spray cleanerwhen cleaningdryer
interior. Hazardousfumes or electrical shock could occur.
[] See "Electrical Connection" located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS

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ADDITIONAL GAS DRYERWARNINGS
I Foryour safety,the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
or to prevent damage, personal injury, or death.
- DONOTstore or usegasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHATTODOIFYOUSMELLGAS:
* DONOTtry to light any appliance.
* DONOTtouch any electrical switch; DONOTuseany phone in your building.
* Clearthe room, building, or area ofany occupants.
* Immediately callyour gassupplier from a neighboCsphone.Follow the gassupplier's instructions.
* If you cannot reachyour gassupplier, call the fire department.
- Installation and servicemust beperformed bya qualified installer, serviceagency,or the gassupplier.
Stateof CaliforniaProposition 65 Warnings:
TheCaliforniaSafeDrinkingWater and ToxicEnforcementAct requiresthe governor of Californiato publishalistof substancesknown
to the stateto causecancer, birth defectsor other reproductive harm and requiresbusinessesto warn of potential exposureto such
substances.
Thisproduct contains one or more chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer,birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Gasappliances can cause low-levelexposureto some of thesesubstances,including benzene,carbon monoxide,formaldehyde and
soot,causedprimarily bythe incompletecombustion of natural gas or LPfuels. Exposureto these substancescan be minimizedby
properlyventing the dryerto the outdoors.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dryer control panel.
AWARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSbefore
operating this appliance.
Explosion Hazard
Keepflammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,away
from dryer.
DONOTdryanything that has everhad anything flammable on it
(evenafter washing).
Failureto do so can result in death, explosion,or fire.
Fire Hazard
Nowasher can completely remove oil.
Donot dry anything that has everhad any type of oil on it
(includingcooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber,or plastic must be dried on a
clotheslineor by usingan air dry cycle.
Failureto follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Normal
Mixed Loads
Cottons
Delicates (.__
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Towels
Sheets
Steam
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Steam Damp
Refresh Alert
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Power
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start/Pause
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Control settings.
Quick Start
[i]Press the Power button.
If the screen is dark, apress
of the Power button will
"wake up" the display.
Power
r_ Normal
M xed Loads Towels
Selectadry cycle.(Defaultsore set c............ _o
for each cycle.Thesedefault , // B.......
settings can be changed. See ....
Bulky _IlWarm
Control settings for more ...... _ o_
information.) Po,mP ...... Fluff
........Qu_ckJ__ T_......
Dry
F_ Press the Start/Pause button. Start/Pause
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Power
press to "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to turn the dryer off.
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.
Normal/Mixed Loads Forloads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.
Cottons Forcottons and most linens.
Delicates Forlingerie and special-carefabrics.
Forlarge coats, bed spreads,mattress covers,sleeping bags, blankets,comforters,jackets, small rugs,
Bulky/Bedding and similar large and bulky items.
Clothing worn for active sports exerciseand some casual wear. Fabricsincludenew technology
Perm Press/Casuals finishes and stretch fibers such as Spandex.Alsofor clothing labeled EasyCareor Perma Press:For
wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
Quick Dry For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such assports or school uniforms. Canalso be used ifthe
previous cycleleft some items damp, such ascollars or waistbands.
Towels/Sheets Usefor towels ORsheets. It is not recommended to mix towels and sheets in the same load.
Steam Dewrinkle Provides 20 minutes of steam drying to assist with dewrinkling clothes. Idealfor loadsleft in dryer
FullLoads for an extended time.
Warm Up Provides10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.
Air Fluff/No Heat Provides 10 minutes of tumbling time without heat.
Useto set your own dry time. Time Dry isalso recommended for small loads.To use:
!. Turn dry cycle dial to Time Dry.
2. Increase the drying time by pressing the Add Time button.
Note: This button only increases the time. When max time is reached, pressing the button again
will reset the counter to the lowest setting.
3. Select the Temp.
4. Close the door.
5. PressStart/Pause.
Time Dry

Control settings.
Add Time
Press to add time to the Steam Dewrinkle,
Warm Up, Air Fluff or Time Dry cycles in !0
minute increments.
!Temp
You can change the temperature of your dry
cycle.
High
Medium
Low
Extra Low
For regular to heavy cottons.
For synthetics, blends and items labeled Permanent Press.
For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low.
For lingerie and special-care fabrics.
iLevel JLevel
Thesensor continuously monitors the amount of
moisture in the load.When the moisture inyour
clothes reaches your selected dry level,the dryer
will stop.
NOTE:Sensor dry Level only works with
Cottons, Normal, Perm Press, Delicates,
Quick Dry, Bulky, Towels/Sheets and Steam
Dewrinkle cycles.
More Dry Usefor heavy or mixed type of fabrics.
Dry Usefor normal drynesslevelsuitable for most loads.This isthe preferred cycle for energy
saving.
Less Dry Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).
Damp Forleaving items partially damp.
Start /Pause
@Start/Pause
Press to start a dry cycle. If the dryer is running,
press it once and it will pause the dryer. Press it
again to resume the dry cycle.
II Refresh |
I2-s_omsI
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NSFProtocol P154 l
Sanitization Performance of
Residential CLothes Dryers
Steam Refresh Cycle
Forslightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly
reduces wrinkles on up to 5 garments. After the
Steam RefreshCycle,the unit will beep and display
"0:00."Ifthe unit isnot turned off or if the door is
not opened,the dryer will continue to tumble for
30 minutes.At the end of 30 minutes, it will display
"0:00"and the cyclewill be complete.
NOTE:A singleextremely light fabric item may
need to have an additional item includedto
achieve optimum results.
Sanitize
Thisoption reduces certain types of bacteria
by 99.9%,including: Staphylococcus aureus,
Pseudomonasaeruginosa and Klebsiella
pneumoniae*. Theanti-bacterial processoccurs
when high heat isused during a portion of the
drying cycle.
NOTE:Do not usethis cycle on delicate
fabrics. *TheSanitize CycleisCertifiedby NSF
International to NSFProtocol P154Sanitization
Performance of ResidentialClothes Dryers.

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Dry
Delay Dry
Use to delay the start of your dryer.
!. Choose your dry cycle and any options.
2. Press Delay Dry. You can change the delay time
in ! hour increments up to 24 hours, using the
Delay Dry button.
3. Pressthe Start/Pause button to start the
countdown.
NOTE:Ifthe door is opened while the dryer is in
Delay Dry, the countdown time will not restart
unless the door is closed and Start/Pause button
has been pressed again.
Alert
Damp Alert
Thisoption causesthe dryer to beepwhen clothes
hove dried to a damp level.Removeitems that you
wish to hang dry. TheDamp Alert will only beep
when this option is selected,and the dryer will
continue to dry.
Removingclothes and hanging them when they are
damp can reduce the needto iron some items.
Ext Tumble
WrJnkle Care
CZD
Volume
Ext Tumble/Wrinkle Care
Minimizeswrinkles by adding approximately 60
minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are
dry. Thebeeper will sound every five minutes as a
reminder to remove the clothes.
Theestimated time remaining display will show
"0:00".
Theextendedtumble time does not get added to
the cycletime on the display.
Volume
Alerts you that the cycle iscomplete. Thebeeper
will continue to sound every minute for the next 5
minutes, until the clothes have been removed.The
clothes should be removed when the beeper goes
off so wrinkles don't set in.
PressVolume to select low, medium or high volume,
or to turn the beeper off.
Toturn on or off the sounds the buttons make
when pressed,pressand hold the Volume button
for 3 seconds.
Lock Controls
Hold 3 Sec
Lock Control
You can lock the controls to prevent any
selections from being made. Or you can lock
or unlock the controls after you have started a
cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by
touching buttons with this option selected.
To lock the dryer, press and hold the Lock
Control button for 3 seconds.
To unlock the dryer controls, press and hold the
Lock Control button for 3 seconds.
A sound is made to indicate the lock/unlock
status.
The indicator light above the button will
illuminate when the controls are locked.
NOTE:The Power button can still be used when
the machine is locked.
Clean Filter Clean Filter Message
This message represents only a reminder and does
not always appear when the filter needs cleaning.
The filter should be cleaned after every drying cycle
is complete.
Thismessagewill disappear after the Start/
Pausebutton ispressed.Eventhough you may
have already cleaned the filter (beforeor after the
Power button has been pressed),the "Clean Filter"
messagewill still be displayed until the Start/Pause
button isactivated.
[I_I,IZIIZt
Display
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.

Using the dryer.
Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
Fabric Care LabelsBelow are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
Dry Labels
um , FIFO-1DD
d_ Donotdry
Dry Normal Permanent Press/ Gentle/ Do not tumble dry (used with
wrinkle resistant delicate do not wash)
setting
High Medium Low No heat/air
SPsetCriua/tions _ _] [-_
Line dry/ Drip dry Dry fiat In the shade
hang to dry
Sorting and Loading Hints
Asa general rule,if clothesare sorted
properly for the washer, they are sorted
properly for the dryer.Try alsoto sort items
according to size.Forexample, do not dry a
sheet with socks or other small items.
Donot add fabric softener sheetsonce
the load has become warm. They may
cause fabric softener stains. Bounce®
Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheetshave been
approved for usein this dryer when used
in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
Do not overload. Thiswastes energy and
causeswrinkling.

Care and Cleaning of the Dryer. GEAppliances.com
The Exterion 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 byyour warranty.
The Lint Filten Clean the lint filter before
each use.
Pull out the lint filter.
Moisten your fingers and remove the
captured lint. Once clean, slide the filter back
into position. Have a qualified technician
vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year.
NEVER OPERATE
THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS FILTER
IN PLACE.
Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel
surfaces use a damp cloth with a mild, non-
abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel
surfaces. Removethe cleaner residue and
then dry with a clean cloth.
The stainless steel used to make the dryer
drum provides the highest reliability available
in a GEdryer. If the dryer drum should be
scratched or dented during normal use, the
drum will not rust or corrode. These surface
blemishes will not affect the function or
durability of the drum.
Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of
the appliance and exhaust duct should be
cleaned once a year by qualified service
personnel.
TheExhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the
exhaust ducting at least once a year to
prevent clogging.
A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the
drying time.
The Exhaust Hood: Checkwith a mirror that
the insideflaps of the hood move freely when
operating. Make surethat there is no wildlife
(birds,insects,etc.)nesting inside the duct or
hood.
Drum Lamp
The drum lamp comes on automatically
when the door is opened.
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.
Order replacement bulb WE4M305 on-line
at GEApplianceParts.com, by phone at
800.626.2002 during normal business hours,
or purchase appliance bulb 7C7 from your
local retailer.

Installation Instructions
REVERSINGTHE DOOR SWING (if desired}
IMPORTANT NOTES
, Read the instructions all the way through before
starting.
, Handle ports carefully to ovoid scratching point.
, Set screws down by their related ports to ovoid
using them in the wrong places.
, Provide a non-scratching work surface for
the doors.
, Normal completion time to reverse the door swing
is 30-60 minutes.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the
cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing the hinges
from the right side to the left side-if you ever want
to switch them back to the right side, follow these
some instructions and reverse all references
to the left and right.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
0 Phillips-head screwdriver 1:3Putty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver
DOOR PARTS
6 - Tapping Screws
%
Outer Ring ?
4 - Hinge Screws
Inner Door Hinge
8 - Machine Screws tt
4 - Beauty Buttons
Hinge Cover
2 - Strike Bracket
Screws
BEFORE YOU START
Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet.
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Installation Instructions
m REMOVE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY
A. Open the door to approximately Z30 degrees.
Ba Remove the 6 tapping screws located around
the perimeter of the door outlining the gasket.
Remove the outer ring.
Ca Remove 3 hinge screws starting at the bottom
and move up. Make sure the door is supported
while removing the screws.
-Then loosen top
screw, remove door
and remove screw
remove
three lower
hinge screws
D. Loosen the top screw as shown. Unhook the door
by lifting and pulling. Remove the top screw.
[] REMOVE HINGE AND COVER
IMPORTANT: Note the location of the hinge (left or
right) before removing.
A. Remove the 6 machine screws from the hinge
and the 2 machine screws from the hinge cover.
Hinge
Cover
Hinge
B. With the screws removed, turn the door over and
separate the outer door assembly and hinge cover
of the door from the door frame and set aside.
FTIREINSTALL HINGE ASSEMBLY
A. Place the hinge in the opposite side of the door
as shown. Push the hinge in place until the hinge
holes align with the door holes.
Hinge shown
on opposite
side
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Installation Instructions
REVERSINGTHE DOOR SWING (if desired}
[] REINSTALL HINGE ASSEMBLY {cont.)
B. Hold the hinge in place and turn the door over.
Install the hinge using the 6 machine screws
removed earlier.
Hinge
I_1 REINSTALL HINGE COVER
A. Turn the door over and place the hinge cover in
the opposite side of the door as shown. Align the
hinge cover holes with the holes in the door.
Hinge cover
shown on
opposite
side
I_1 REINSTALL HINGE COVER {cont.)
Bo Hold the hinge cover in place and turn the door
over. Install the hinge cover using the 2 machine
screws removed earlier.
Hinge
Cover
ITI HOVE STRIKE BRACKET
At Using a putty knife or any other flat tool, remove
the 4 beauty buttons located on the dryer where
the door will be installed and install them on the
opposite side.
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Installation Instructions
[_] MOVE STRIKE BRACKET (cont.)
B. Switch the strike bracket and its cover to the
opposite side by removing the screws. Reinstall
both on the opposite side.
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A.
REINSTALL DOOR ASSEMBLY
Install the door on the dryer. To ease this step,
the hinge has keyholes that allow a partially
fastened screw to be used as a hook.
Partially fasten a screw to the uppermost screw
hole. Hook the door on the partially fastened
screw.
Fasten the hinge by installing the other 3screws
and tightening the partially fastened screw
above.
First partially install
top hinge screw in
dryer and hang door
from it
Then secure with
screws
Bo Align the outer ring in the door and fasten the 6
tapping screws located around the perimeter of
the door outlining the gasket.
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Installation Instructions
STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER(if desired)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
. IMPORTANT- Savetheseinstructionsfor
local electrical inspector's use.
, IMPORTANT-Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
, Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
, Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions for
future reference.
, Service must be performed by a qualified
installer.
, Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
, Disconnect power before installing. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury or death.
I-_1- Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to install dryer.
Failure to do so may result in back or other injury.
Avoid Tipping and Rupture of Utility Services.
Dryer must be securely attached to the washer.
DO NOT place the washer on top of the dryer.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury/
death or property damage.
Mobile Home or Manufactured Home Installation
- Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a
mobile home or manufactured home.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and
for air opening are: 0" both sides, 3" front/rear and
1" top. Consideration must be given to provide
adequate clearance for installation and service.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR
CLOSET INSTALLATION
, Your dryer is approved for installation in an
alcove or closet, as stated on a label on the dryer
back.
, The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See
the EXHAUSTING THE DRYERsection.
, Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
0" either side
3" front and rear
12" top
, Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead
shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52".
, Closet doors must be Iouvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches
of open area equally distributed. If the closet
contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must
contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open
area equally distributed.
, The closet should be vented to the outdoors to
prevent gas pocketing in case of gas in the supply
line.
, No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed
in the same closet with the dryer (gas models
only).
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT
THE REAR OF THE DRYER,MINIMUM CLEARANCE
FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES.
GE STACK KIT:
Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by
phone at 800.525.2002during normal businesshours. Part Number Accessory
GEFLSTACK CompleteStackKit
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Installation Instructions
STACKING THE WASHER AND
DRYER{if desired){cont.) INSTALLING THE STACKBRACKET
KIT
STACKING KIT GEFLSTACK CONTENTS
(OPTIONAL ACCESSORY}
,o oj
I o o e1----
17Left hand bracket 04 #12 x 1" screws
17Right hand bracket 174 #8 × 1/2" screws
04 rubber pads
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
C1Phillips screwdriver 1__
C1GIoves
ClOpen-ended wrench C1Level
C1Pliers
INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Remove the packaging.
Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to lay the
dryer down on its side. Continue using the carton to
protect the finished floor in front of
the installation location.
I_] REMOVE THE DRYER LEVELING LEGS
A. Carefully lay the dryer on its side. Use the
packing material so you don't scratch the finish
on the dryer.
B. Use an open-end wrench or pliers to remove the
dryer leveling legs.
r move
r_l INSTALL RUBBER PADS TO DRYER
BASE
Locate the 4 rubber pads in the parts package.
Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place
over each bracket where you removed the
leveling legs.
Place pads over
all four leveling
leg brackets
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STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER(if desired)
[J] INSTALL BRACKET TO DRYER
At Align the holes in the left bracket with the holes
in the bottom left corner of the dryer. Use a
Phillips screwdriver to install the 2 #12 x 1"
tapping screws.
B. Repeat the above step with the right bracket on
the bottom right corner of the dryer.
Ca Set the dryer upright.
NOTE: Make sure to set the dryer on a piece of
packing material so the brackets that are attached
to the bottom of the dryer do not damage the floor.
i
Bottom !
Install of dryer
brackets
on bottom
back
[] PREPARE WASHER AND DRYER
A. Place the washer in the approximate location.
B. Make sure the washer is level. Refer to washer
Installation Instructions for details.
C. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. See dryer
Installation Instructions for details.
D. Placethe washer in the approximate location.
NOTE: The washer door swing is not reversible.
[_] INSTALL DRYER AND BRACKET ON
WASHER
At Lift the dryer on top of the washer. Be careful
not to scratch the top of the washer with the
brackets. Protect the washer control panel with
cardboard or other protection. Be sure to lift the
dryer high enough to clear the washer control
panel.
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. 16
rsl INSTALL DRYERAND BRACKETON
WASHER (cont.}
B. Align the holes in the bracket with the holes
in the back of the washer. Using a Phillips
screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2" tapping
screws. Repeat on both sides of the washer.
Attach brackets to
back of washer
[_] FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION
A.
B.
eL
Refer to the washer Installation Instructions to
complete the washer installation.
Refer to the dryer Installation Instructions to
complete the dryer installation.
Carefully slide or walk the stacked washer and
dryer into place. Use felt pads or other sliding
device to assist moving and to protect flooring.
Do not push on the dryer once installed to top of
the washer. Pushing on the dryer may result in
pinched fingers.
Place
hands
here
"_Place
hands
here

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Troubleshooting Tips
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PROBLEM Possible Causes What To Do
Dryer shakes or Someshaking/noise is normal. , Move dryerto an evenfloor space,or adjust leveling legs
makes noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even.
Clothes take too long
to dry Improper or obstructed ducting , Checkthe Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer venting iscorrect.
, Make sureducting isclean,free of kinksand
unobstructed.
Checkto seeif outside wall damper operates easily.
Improper sorting , Separate heavy itemsfrom lightweight items (generally,
a well-sorted washer loud isa well-sorted dryer load).
Large loads of heavy fabrics , Large,heavyfabrics contain more moisture and take
(like beach towels} longer to dry. Separate large,heavy fabrics into smaller
loadsto speed drying time.
Controls improperly set • Hatch control settings to the loadyou are drying.
Lint filter isfull , Clean lintfilter before every load.
Blown fuses or tripped circuit , Replacefuses or reset circuit breakers.Sincemost
breaker dryers use2 fuses/breakers, make sureboth are
operating.
Overloading/combining loads , Donot put more than one washer load inthe dryer at
a time.
Underloading , Ifyou are drying only one or two items, add a few items
to ensure proper tumbling.
TheDry dryness level Load consists of a mixture , When combining heavy and light fabrics in a load,
was chosen but load is of heaw and light fabrics choose More Dry.
still damp
Exhaust system is blocked , Inspect and clean exhaust system.
Control buttons not Controls accidentally put in , PressStart/Pause.
responding servicemode
Controls accidentally put in , Holdthe Lock Control button for 3 secondsto unlock the dryer.
lock mode
Controls performed an , Resetthe in-house breaker.
incorrect operation
Dryer doesnt start Control panel is"asleep" • Thisisnormal. PressPowerto activate the control panel.
Dryer is unplugged , Makesure the dryer plug is pushedcompletely into
the outlet.
Fuseis blown/circuit breaker , Checkthe building'sfuse/circuit breaker box and
is tripped replacefuse or reset breaker.NOTE:Electricdryers
usetwo fuses or breakers.
Dryer was accidentally paused , Ifthe light on the Start/Pause button isflashing,
when starting Delay Dry the dryer ispaused. PressStart/Pause to restart
the countdown.
No numbers displaved
during cycle, only lights Dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of
moisture in the clothes
, This isnormal. When the dryer sensesa low levelof
moisture in the load,the dryer will display the dry time
remaining.
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PROBLEM
Time Remaining
jumped toa
lower number
Possible Causes
The estimated time may change
when a smaller load than usual
isdrying
What To Do
, Thisisnormal.
Cannot make a
selection and the
dryer beepstwice
The dryness Level,Temp
or option that you are
trying to select is incompatible
with the chosen dry cycle
, Thisisnormal.
Dryer is running but
END is displayed in
Time Remaining
The Ext Tumble/Wrinkle Care
option was chosen , Thisisnormal. During extended tumbling, the time remaining isnot displayed.Theextended tumbling
option lastsapproximately 60 minutes.
Clean Lint Filter (message) Power button was activated , PressStartYPauseto begin a dry cycle and the message
will disappear.
Dryer doesn't heat Fuseis blown/circuit breaker
istripped; the dryer may tumble
but not heat
Checkthe building'sfuse/circuit breaker box and
replace both fuses or reset both breakers.Your dryer
may tumble if only one fuse isblown or one breaker
tripped.
Gas service isoff(gas models
only} • Make sure gasshutoff atdryer and main shutoff are fully open.
LPgas supply tank isempty
or there has been a utility
interruption of natural gas
(gas models onlyl
Refillor replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility
serviceisrestored.
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
(natural or LP)dryer, or vice versa,the drying time
could be different.
Type of load and . Theloadsize,types of fabric, wetnessof clothes and the
drying conditions length and condition ofthe exhaust system will affect
drying times.
Clothes are still wet The door was opened mid-cycle. . A dry cyclemust be reselected each time a new load
and dryer shut off The load was then removed from isput in.
after a short time the dryer and a new load put in
without selecting a new cycle
Small load . When drying 3 items or less,choose Quick Dry or
Time Dry.
Load was already dry except . ChooseQuick Dry or Time Dry to dry damp collars
for collars and waistbands and waistbands. Inthe future, when drying a load with
collars and waistbands, choose More Dry.
Dryer is not level . Move dryer to an even floor space or adjust levelinglegs
as necessary until even.
Clothes are wrinkled Overdrying ,Selecta shorter drying time.
, Removeitems while they still hold a slight amount of
moisture. Selecta LessDry or Damp setting.
Letting items sit in dryer after , Removeitems when cycleends and fold or hang
cycle ends immediately, or usethe Ext Tumble/Wrinkle Careoption.
Overloading , Separatelarge loads into smaller ones.
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PROBLEM
Clothes shrink
Passible Causes What To Do
Some fabrics will naturally shrink
when washed. Others can be
safely washed, but will shrink
in the dryer.
,Toavoid shrinkage,follow garment care labelsexactly.
. Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying.
Ifyou are concerned about shrinkage in a particular
item,do not machine wash or tumble dry it.
Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener • Followdirections on fabric softener package.
Drying dirty items . Useyour dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can
with clean ones stain clean items and the dryer.
Clothes were not . Sometimes stains which cannot be seenwhen the
completely clean clothes are wet appear after drying. Useproper washing
procedures before drying.
Lint on clothes Lint filter isfull . Clean lintscreen before each load.
Improper sorting . Sort lint producers (likechenille)from lint collectors
(likecorduroy).
Static electricity can attract lint • Seesuggestions inthis section under Static occurs.
Overloading • Separate large loadsinto smaller ones.
Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets . Emptyallpockets before laundering clothes.
Static occurs No fabric softener was used . Try a fabric softener.
eBounce®Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheetshave been
approved for usein all GEDryerswhen usedin
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Overdrying
Synthetics, permanent press
and blends can cause static
, Try a fabric softener.
, Adjust setting to LessDry or Damp.
Try a fabric softener.
Collars and waistbands
still wet at end ofcycle The dryness monitor senses that the body of the clothes
is dry
. Choose Quick Dry or Time Dry to dry damp collars
and waistbands. Inthe future, when drying a load with
collars and waistbands, choose Mare Dry.
Slight variation
in metallic color This is normal , Dueto the metallic properties of paint usedfor this unique
product, slight variations of color may occur due to
viewing angles and lighting conditions.
Door is too foggy to see
clothes during asteam
cycle
Steam condenseson inner door , This isnormal.
Water seen on inside of
door and top of lint filter
when opening door after
steam cycle
Steam condenses on these
surfaces , This isnormal.
Small areas on clothes are Steam condenseson inner drum , If usingthe Steam Dewrinkle cycle,manually reduce the
damp after steam cycle cycle time. If usingthe Steam Refreshcycle,add more
garments to the load.
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PROBLEM Possible Causes What To Do
Small amount of water Inadequate load sizefor steam . If using the Steam Dewrinkle cycle, manually reduce the
on floor in front of dryer cycle selected, excess steam cycle time. Ifusing the Steam Refresh cycle, add more
condenses inside cabinet and garments to the load.
leaks out
Water on floor in back Loose water hose connection to . Tighten connection.
of dryer valve
Hose missing rubber washer at . Install rubber washer provided with hose.
connection with valve
Dryer makes water Water valve is open filling steam • This is normal.
noises generator
Steam generator isdispensing . Thisisnormal.
steam into drum
Water drips from door Steam condenses on inner door . Thisisnormal.
when opened after
a Steam Cycle
Cannot see steam at Steam released at different . This is normal.
beginning of cycle times in the cycle
Cannot see steam at any The steam nozzle might be . Call 800.GE.CARES to order nozzle replacement kit
time during cycle clogged with debris from your WE2SH71 or to request u technician to replace this for you.
water supply
Garments still wrinkled Too many garments . Load fewer garments; manually increase time.
after steam cycle
Dryer continues to
tumble after display
says Complete
ExtTumble/Wrinkle Cure
was selected . EnsureExt Tumble/Wrinkle Care option is not selected.
Forthe Steam Refreshcycle, Ext Tumble/Wrinkle Care will
automatically be turned on and cannot be turned off.
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