Haier GE UltraFresh GFD55ESSN How to use

UltraFresh Dryer
31-9349
Technical Service Guide
January 2021
GFD55ESSN
GFD55GSSN
GFD55ESPN
GFD55GSPN
GFD65ESSN
GFD65GSSN
GFD65ESPN
GFD65GSPN
GFD85ESSN
GFD85GSSN
GFD85ESPN
GFD85GSPN
GFV55ESSN
Rev. 1 ~ 1/05/22

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Safety Information
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
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 Appliances, a Haier Company
Copyright © 2020
All rights reserved. This service guide may not be
reproduced in whole or in part in any form without written
permission from GE Appliances, a Haier Company.
For Warranty Information:
1. Go to http://products.geappliances.com
2. Search the model number.
3. Click on the Literature tab.
4. Click on Use and Care Manual.
5. Locate the Warranty page.
Warranty

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Table of Contents
Safety Information ........................................................................................................................2
Warranty .......................................................................................................................................2
Table of Contents..........................................................................................................................3
Safety Requirements....................................................................................................................6
Nomenclature ...............................................................................................................................7
Specications Electric Models......................................................................................................8
Specications Gas Models ...........................................................................................................9
Control Features...........................................................................................................................10
Quick Start ...........................................................................................................................10
Wi-Fi Connect ......................................................................................................................10
Dryer Features .....................................................................................................................11
Stacking Instructions ....................................................................................................................17
Tools Needed........................................................................................................................17
Installation Preparation.........................................................................................................17
Remove the Leveling Dryer Legs .........................................................................................18
Install Spacers to Dryer Bottom............................................................................................18
Installing Appropriate Brackets .............................................................................................18
Prepare the Washer and Dryer.............................................................................................19
Install Dryer and Bracket on Washer ....................................................................................20
Finalize the Installation .........................................................................................................20
Component Locator Views ...........................................................................................................21
Top View ...............................................................................................................................21
Front View.............................................................................................................................21
Bottom View (Gas)................................................................................................................22
Bottom View (Electric) ..........................................................................................................22
Main Board ...........................................................................................................................23
User Interface Board (UI) .....................................................................................................24
Wi-Fi Board...........................................................................................................................24
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Dryer Components .......................................................................................................................25
Control Panel and Front RJ45 Access..................................................................................25
Top Panel..............................................................................................................................26
Door......................................................................................................................................26
Door Reversal.......................................................................................................................26
Misting Nozzle and Base ......................................................................................................29
Misting/Steam Valve .............................................................................................................31
Front Panel ...........................................................................................................................31
Front Drum Support..............................................................................................................32
Drum/Tub Lamp....................................................................................................................34
Sensor Rods.........................................................................................................................34
Drum.....................................................................................................................................35
Electric Heater Assembly......................................................................................................36
Burner Assembly .................................................................................................................37
Gas Valve ............................................................................................................................37
Radiant Sensor (Flame Detector).........................................................................................38
Igniter ...................................................................................................................................39
Ignitor Circuit Operation........................................................................................................40
Blower Wheel .......................................................................................................................41
Drive Motor ...........................................................................................................................42
Inlet Thermistor.....................................................................................................................43
Inlet Backup Thermostat.......................................................................................................44
High Limit Thermostat...........................................................................................................45
Outlet Thermistor..................................................................................................................46
Outlet Thermostat.................................................................................................................47
Safety Thermostat ................................................................................................................48
Electronics....................................................................................................................................49
User Interface (UI) Board .....................................................................................................49
Wi-Fi Board...........................................................................................................................50
Main Board ...........................................................................................................................50
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Diagnostics and Service Information............................................................................................52
Consumer Fault Code Mode ................................................................................................52
Service Mode........................................................................................................................52
Service Mode Tests ..............................................................................................................53
Fault Codes ..................................................................................................................................56
Electric Schematic........................................................................................................................57
Gas Schematic .............................................................................................................................58
Index.............................................................................................................................................59

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Prior to disassembly of the washer to access components, GE
Factory Service technicians are REQUIRED to follow the Lockout /
Tagout (LOTO) 6 Step Process:
Step 1
Plan and Prepare
Step 4
Apply LOTO device and lock
Step 2
Shut down the appliance
Step 5
Control (discharge) stored
energy
Step 3
Isolate the appliance
Step 6
“Try It” verify that the appliance
is locked out
Safety Requirements
Steel Toed Work Boot
Electrically Rated Glove and
Dyneema® Cut Resistant Glove
Keeper
Dyneema®Cut Resistant
Glove
Cut Resistant Sleeve(s)
Plano Type Safety Glasses
Brazing Glasses Prescription Safety Glasses
Safety Glasses must be
ANSI Z87.1-2003 compliant
GEA Factory Service Employees are required to use safety glasses with side shields, safety gloves and
steel toe shoes for all repairs.

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Nomenclature
The nomenclature tag is
located behind the door
at the bottom of the door
opening.
Model Number
Nomenclature
A: JAN
D: FEB
F: MAR
G: APR
H: MAY
L: JUN
M: JUL
R: AUG
S: SEP
T: OCT
V: NOV
Z: DEC
2030: L
2029: H
2028: G
2027: F
2026: D
2025: A
2024: Z
2023: V
2022: T
2021: S
2020: R
2019: M
The Mini Manual is located
behind the control panel on
the right side.
Platform
D: Dryer
V: Long Vent
Brand
G: GE Appliances
Conguration
F: Front Load Engineering Revision
Alpha or Numeric
Color
WW: White
Model Year
N: 2019
Series/
Features
Product Type
S: Standard/Stationary
Partner Type
S: Standard
P: Premium Color
G F D 8 5 E S S N 0 W W
The nomenclature breaks down and explains what the letters and numbers mean in the model number.
Serial Number
The rst two characters of the serial number identify the month and year of manufacture. The letter
designating the year repeats every 12 years.
Example: TR123456S = October, 2020
Fuel/Voltage
E: Electric
G: Gas
P: Propane
Mini Manual

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Specications Electric Models
Windings and Coils Resistance Values (W)
Main Motor
Normal Vent
Models
Run 2.84 to 3.27
Start 2.82 to 3.12
Main Motor
Long Vent
Models
Run 2.72 to 3.12
Start 2.25 to 2.48
Heater Coils Upper 18.26 to 20.18
Lower 18.26 to 20.18
Water Valve - 891 to 1089
Thermistors Resistance Values (W)
K OHMS TEMP. °F TEMP. °C
76 to 84 86 30
95 to 105 77 25
118 to 132 68 20
DC Voltage Output
Board Component Connector Pin DC Volts
Dryer Main
Control Board
User Interface J601 8 13.5
2 GND
Outlet Thermistor J302 1 5
2 GND
Inlet Thermistor J302 3 5
4 GND
RJ45 J302 5 13.5
8 GND
LED Lamp J303 1 5
3 GND
Wi-Fi J604 1 5
5 GND
Dryer User
Interface Board UI J101 5 13.5
4 GND
Dryer Wi-Fi
Board Wi-Fi J103 1 5
5 GND
Thermostat TEMP. °F TEMP. °C
Open Close Open Close
Outlet
Control
Backup
165 155 74 68
Inlet Control
Backup 255 232 124 111
High Limit 290 -31 or
below 143 -35 or below

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Specications Gas Models
DC Voltage Output
Board Component Connector Pin DC Volts
Dryer Main
Control Board
User Interface J601 8 13.5
2 GND
Outlet Thermistor J302 1 5
2 GND
Inlet Thermistor J302 3 5
4 GND
RJ45 J302 5 13.5
8 GND
LED Lamp J303 1 5
3 GND
Wi-Fi J604 1 5
5 GND
Dryer User
Interface Board UI J101 5 13.5
4 GND
Dryer Wi-Fi
Board Wi-Fi J103 1 5
5 GND
Windings and Coils Resistance Values (W)
Main Motor
Normal Vent
Models
Run 2.84 to 3.27
Start 2.82 to 3.12
Main Motor
Long Vent
Models
Run 2.72 to 3.12
Start 2.25 to 2.48
Gas Valve Main 1135 to 1595
Booster 460 to 660
Safety 1095 to 1555
Igniter - 40 to 400 @ 75°F
Water Valve - 891-1089
Thermistors Resistance Values (W)
K OHMS TEMP. °F TEMP. °C
76 to 84 86 30
95 to 105 77 25
118 to 132 68 20
Thermostat TEMP. °F TEMP. °C
Open Close Open Close
Outlet
Control
Backup
165 155 74 68
Inlet Control
Backup 221 200 105 93
High Limit 302 -31 or
below 150 -35 or below
Safety 190 151 88 66

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Control Features
Quick Start
1. Clean lint lter. Loosely add items. Close
door.
NOTE: Dryer will not start with door open.
2. If the screen is dark, press the Power pad or
turn the knob to “wake up” the display.
3. Turn the knob to select the desired cycle.
4. Press Start/Pause pad.
Wi-Fi Connect
The dryer is GE Appliances Wi-Fi Connect
enabled.
Visit geappliances.com/connect and enter the
model number to show the proper steps to
connect the appliance.
Please visit GEAppliances.com/connect to learn
more about connected appliance features, to
learn what connected appliance apps will work
with smartphones.
Wi-Fi Connectivity: For assistance with
the appliance or the ConnectPlus network
connectivity, please call GE Appliances at 800.
GE.CARES.
Wi-Fi Label