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Safety Instructions ...... 2-4

Operating InstructionsControl Panel ................. 5, 6

Control Settings ................. 7Features ....................... 8

Loading and Usingthe Dryer ...................... 10Reversing the Door .............. 9Venting the Dryer .............. 11

Troubleshooting Tips ... 12 13

Consumer SupportConsumer Support ..... Back CoverWarrantg ..................... 15

DBLR333

DBSR453

DBXR463

DHDSR45

DHDSR46

DJXR433

DLLSR33

DLSR483

DRSR485

DQSR483

DS4500

DVLR225

DWSR485

DWXR483

DX2300

DX4500

DZSR483

EED4500

EGD4500

Write the model and serialnumbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Youcon find them on o Iobelon the front of the drger behind thedooE

175D1807P531 49-90263 II-05JR

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iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.READALLiNSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fireor explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

• Do not store or use gasoline or otherflammable vaporsand liquids in thevicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Installationand service must be

performed bya qualified installer,service agency or the gas supplier.

WHATTODOIF YOUSMELLGAS:

[] Do not try to light a match, or cigarette, orturn on any gas or electrical appliance.

[] Do not touch any electrical switch;do not use any phone in yourbuilding.

[] Clear the room,buildingor area of alloccupants.

[] Immediately call yourgas supplier froma neighbor'sphone.Follow the gassupplier'sinstructionscarefully.

[] ff youcannot reach yourgas supplier,call the fire department.

Cafifomia Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act

This act requires tile governor (ff California to publish a list (ff substances known to tile state to causecance_; birth deli_cts or other reproductive hahn and requires businesses to warn custome_ of potentialeXl)OS/lI'e tO Stlch s/ibstances.

Gas appliances can catlse ii/inor expostlI'e to ][i)/lI"Of these s/Ibstances, nal/lel}' benzene, carbon monoxide,fimnaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by tile in(omplem combustion of natural gas or I,P fimls.

Properly a_!justed drye_ will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be

minimized flu',her by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

%PROPERINSTALLATIONThis dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructionsbefore it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one byvisiting ge.com or by calfing 8##.GE.CARE$ (800.432.2737).

[] Proi_erlv, ,gr°und di',er, to conJ[b_n with all,o\erning codes and ordinances Follow detailsin Installation Instructions.

[] Install or store where it will not be eN)osed totemperatures below fl'eezing or exposed to tile

weathec which could cause peru/anent damageand invalidate tile warranty.

[] Connect to a property rated, protected and sizedpower supply drcuit to ax_)icl electrical overload.

[] Remove all shaq) pacldng items and dispose of

all shipping materials propedy.

Exhaust/Oucting

[]Gas dr}ers MUSTbe exhausted to tile outside.[ • . , ,1 ,

[]Lse onl_ ngld metal 4 &ameter duct_orkinside the dr) er cabinet. Use onl? rigid metalor flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork fin"

exhausting to the outside. USE OFPLASTIC OROTHERCOMBUSTIBLE OUCTWORK CAN CAUSE

A FIRE. PUNCTUREDDUCTWORK CAN CAUSEAFIREIF IT COLLAPSESORBECOMES OTHERWISE

RESTRICTEDIN USE ORDURING iNSTALLATiON.

For complete details, follow tile InstallationInstructions.

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WARNING!

YOUflLAUNDflYAflEA• Keep the area underneath and around your

appliances flee of combustible materials,

(lint, paper; rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals andother flammable \;_l)O_ and liquids.

• Keep the floor around your appliances cleanand (h_' to reduce tile possibili b' of slipping.

• Close SUl)ervision is necessm y if this appliance isused by or near chiMren. Do not allow children

to play on, with, or inside this or anv otherappliance.

• Kee I) all lmmcha' aids (such as detergents,bleaches, etc.) out of tile reach (ff children,

prelerably in a locked cabinet. Observe allwarnings on container labels to avoid in jm>

• Never climb on or stand on tile dryer top.

WHENUSINGYOUflDflYEfl• Never reach into tile d_a'er while tile drum is

moving. Betore loading, tmloading or adding

clothes, wait tmtil tile drum has completelystopped.

• Clean tile lint filter bet0re each load to preventlint accumulation inside the d_wer or in the

room. DO NOT OPERATETHEDRYER WITHOUTTHELINT FILTERIN PLACE.

• Do not wash or city articles that have been

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted

with combustible or explosive substances (such as

wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degrease_s, dry-cleaning

solvents, kerosene, etc.) that may ignite or

explode. Do not add these substances to tile

wash wateI: Do not use or place these substances

amtmd veto" washer or (hTer dining operation.

• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in

w_m" chwe_: lmms contaminated with cooking oils

may contribute to a chemical reaction that could

cause a clothes load to catch fire,

•Anv article on which you have used a cleaningsolvent or that contains flammable materials

(such as cleaning cloths, mops, rowels used inbeau_' salons, restatu'ants or barber shops, etc.)

must not be placed in or near tile dryer untilsolvents or flammable materials have been

removed. There are many highly flammableitems used in homes such as acetone, denatured

alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some householdcleaners, SOllle spot relllovers_ ttli])entines_

waxes, wax removers and products containingpetroleum distillams.

• Tile latm(h T process can reduce tile flameretard:racy oflhbrics. To avoid such a result,

careflfllv follow tile gmment mantfli_cturer'scare instrtlctions.

• Do not dry articles containing rubbe_; plastic

or similar materials such as padded bras, temfis

shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants,plastic bags, pillows, etc. that may melt or b/lI'n.Some rubber materials, when heated, can under

certain circumstances produce fire by

Sl)Ont;i neo/ls cOi/lb/istion.

• Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that nlay

burn or melt on top of the (hTer duringol)eration.

• Gam_ents labeled OryAway from Heator Do Not

TumbleDry (such as life jackets containing Faq)ok)

must not be put in yore" dryer

• Do not d_T fiberglass articles in wmr dryer

Skin irrit;ition could result ][i'Olll tile ren/ainingparticles that may be picked up by clothing

dtllJng stlbseqtlent dryer rises.

• To minimize the possibilib' of electric shock,

tmI)lug this appliance fi'om tile power sui)i)lyor discom_ect the d_Ter at the householddistribution panel b)' removing the fllse or

switching off the circuit breaker befin'e

attempting any maintenance or cleaning(except the removal and cleaning of the lint

filter).NOTE:Turningthe Cycle Selector knobto an off position or pressing PAUSE does NOT

dis{'om]e{'t tile ai)plian{'e ti'om tile power sui)ply.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

WHENUSINGYOURDRYER(cont.)• Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is

damaged, nmlfimcfioning, partially disassembled,

or has missing or broken parts, including adamaged cord or plug.

• The interior of the maclfine and the exhaust

duct connection inside the dr)'er should be

cleaned at least once a year b)' a qualifiedtechnidan. See the Loading and Using the Drgersection.

If yotus is a gas chyeI, it is equipped with an

autonmfic electric ignition and does not have

a pilot light. DO NOTATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH

A MATCH. Burns may result ti'onl having yourhand in the vicinity oI the burner when the

• You may Msh to soften your laundered tilbiJcs

or reduce the static electriciw in them, by using

a drye>applied lid)tic softener oi" an and-static

condifionei: We recommend you use either a

lid)tic softener in the wash cycle, according tothe manufi_cmrer's instructions for those

products, or try a dr)'ei_added product for

which the lnanttfilcturer gives written assurance

on the package that their product can be satelv

used in your drveI: SeIMce or pei_imnance

i)rol)lems caused by use of these products are

the responsibili_' of the mantdi_cmreis of those

products and are not covered under the warranty

to this appliance.

atltOl/latic ignition ttli'ns on.

• W(jHENeNOTI1½[1S'/_N_ndiYOIU_([il_I}_ RYER | l_e[( )i"e disc_l i"ding _1 di)'ei"l oi" i"ei//ovillg i[ [i'oi//

appliance to avoid damage to the cord while

pulling. Place the coM away fl'om traffic areas

so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or

subjected to danmge.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of

this appliance or attempt m V servicing unless

spedfically recommended in this Owner's Manual

or in published useI_repair instructions that w_uundeistand and have the skills to carry out.

service, remove tile dryer door to prevent

children fi'om hiding inside.

• Do not romper with controls.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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About the dryercontrolpanel ge.comYoucan locate your model number on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. Throughout this manual, features andappearance may vary from your model

Model DVLR223

START OPllMUMDRY I TIMED DRY]MEDIUMHEAT

(_ _MODE DRY

COTTONS]AUTOMATICREGULARHEAT

Model DX2300

START

START

EESSORY80 MiN

ITIMED DRY]MEDIUMHEAT

el el

Models DS4500, DBSR453, DBXR463, DHDSR45 and DHDSR46

START FABRIC CARE

STARt..... COTTONS _SY CARt_E_,H_ MEDH_T

No H_ low H_

el el

Model DX4500

START

START

FABRIC CARE

LESS DRY

MODE DRY

H0 HEAT OEUCATESLOW HEAT

AUTOMATIC tESS DRY AUTOMATICCOITONS PERMANENT

COOL PRESSDOWD

MOREORY

DAMP DRY

M MIH

TIMED DRY_0

40 50

NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LPgas), size of load,types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.

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About the dryercontrolpanelYoucan locate your model number on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. Throughout this manual, features andappearance may vary from your model

Model DBLR333

START

Push to S_r_

©

D, !11

TEMPERATURE

MEDIUM

LESS DRY MORE DRY

l]

LESSDRY

Models DJXR433, DRSR483, DWSR483, DWXR483, DLSR483,DQSR483 and DZSR483START FABRIC CARE WRINKLE CARE SIGNAL

STARTC0TT0t_S FASyCA_E

FL! ....I_"i' El'

Models EED4500 and EGD4500

START FABRIC CARE WRINKLE CARE

STARTCOTTONS EASyCA_E

......

Model DLLSR33

START TEMPERATURE

3 Heot settings

MEDWM

Ig n '°_° II

NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LPgas), size of load,types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.

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Aboutthe controlsettings, ge.com

IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.

_r_ Fabric Care/Temperature (on some models)REGULARForregularto heavycottons.

or COTTONSREG.HEAT

MEDIUM Forsynthetics,blends,delicatesanditemslabeledpermanentpress.orEASYCARE

MED.HEAT

DELiCATESOnsomemodels.Fordelicates,syntheticsanditemslabeledtumbledry lowLOWHEAT

FLUFFForfluffing itemswithoutheat,Usethe TIMEDDRYcycle.NO HEAT

irz

Automatic c) cles automatical]) detemfine rid)tic oh) hess. Select LESS DRY if _ou want _om" clothes

slighfl) damp at the end of the (h'vinb, c_cle Select MORE DRYif _ou want them to feel driel; Timed

c}cles mn fbr a selected time.

Orying Cycles

COTTONSForcottonsandmostlinens,FormostloadsselectOPTIMUMDRY(onsomemodels)orselectthePreferredRegularSettingmarkedwithan*,

EASYCARE/ Forwrinkle-free,permanentpressanddelicateitems,andI<nits.PERMANENT

PRESS

TIMEDDRY Setthe CycleSelectorat thedesireddryingtime.

DAMPDRY Forleavingitemspartiallydamp,

DEWRINKLEForremovingwrinldesfromitemsthatarecleananddryorthatareverylightlydamp.

QUICKFLUFFForfresheningor fluffingupalreadydryclothing,fabrics,linens,andpillows.UsewithFLUFFNOHEATProvides10minutesof noheattumbling,

Start Close tile ch-_er dool: Select START 0 )enin,, tile door dm_hw operation will stop the dr_erTo restart the dr)en close the doo_ and select STARTto complete tile c}cle.

Color Logic (on some models)

Select tile correct FABRIC CAREsetfing.

Match the particular color belo_ tile wordswith tile same color on tile Cycle Dial.

Example:Dryinga load of clothing labeledpermanentpress.

[_] Choose tile FABRIC CARE setfing--flwthis load it would be tile EASYCARE

MED.HEAT(_hich is a particular color).

[_ Turn the C)cle Dial to the area that hasthe same color as tile FABRICCARE

setting _ou ha_e chosen--fiw this load it_ould be tile EASYCAREAUTOMATIC.

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Aboutthe dryer features.

WRINKLE CARE Wrinkle Care Option (onsomemodels)

Use this option to mininfize the wrinkles

in clothes. It provides ai)i)roMmately15 minutes of no-heat rambling afterthe clothes are dry.

This option can only be used with theCOTTONSand EASYCAREcvcles.

If you are using the CYCLESIGNAL knoband wm select the WRINKLE CAREopfion,a signal will sound at the end of the dxTing

time and several times during the WRINKLECAREcvcle. This will remind w)u that it is

time to remove the clothes.

If WRINKLE CAREis not on, the dxn'er will

stop once the timer reaches the WRINKLECAREmmkon the cycle dial.

Cycle Signal Option (onsomemodels)

This signal will sound just befin'e the endof the cycle to remind you to remove the

clothes. On some models, the signal soundlevel cannot be a(!justed.

If w)u selected the WRINKLECAREoption,the signal will sound at the end ot the(h?'ing time and will sound several timesdulJng the WRINKLE CARE cycle. This willremind w_u that it is time to remove theclothes.

NOTE:

• Remove garments promptly at the sound

of the signal Place clothes on hangers sowrinkles won't set in.

• Use the Cycle Signal especially whendrying fabrics like polyester knits and

permanent press. These fabrics shouldbe removed so wrinkles wen't set in.

Automatic Cycle Signal (onsomemodels)

At the end of each cycle there is

approMmately 15 minutes of no-heat

rambling alter the laundry is dry:

A reminder signal will sound periodicallyduring this time to remind you to removethe laundry:

Drum Lamp (onsomemodels)

Before replacing the light bulb, be sure tounl)lug tile dryer power cord or disconnectthe dryer at the household distribution

panel by removing the fllse or switchingoff the circuit breaker; Reach above dryer

opening from inside the dram, Remove the

bulb and replace with the same size bulb.

Drying Rack (onsomemodels)

A handy drying ra(k may be used fin" (hyingdelicate items such as washable sweate_.

Hook the rack over the lint filmr so the rackextends into the dryer drum.

NOTE:

• Thedryingrack mustbe usedwiththeTIMEDCYCLE.

• Do not use this drying rack when there

are other clothes in the dryer.

Stainless Steel Drum (on some models)

The stainless steel used to make the

d_'er drum provides tile highest reliabili_i

available in a GE d_Te_; If the d_yer drum

should be scratched or dented during

nomml use, the drum Mll not rust orcorrode. These surii_ce blemishes will

not affect the flmction or durability ofthe drum.

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Reversing the Door

Toolsneeded[] Standard //2 [] Tape-tipped

Phillipsscrewdriver puttyknife

Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the hinges. With the door[] completely open, reinoxe the bottoin screw h'oin each hinge on the dr) er fi_ce.

Insert these screws about half wax into the TOP holes, for each hinge, on the opposite

side (where)ou remoxed the filler i)lugs). App1) fim_ i)resstu'e to _oet the screw startedin new holes.

_ I,oosen top screw from each hinge on the dryer ti_ce half wax': _4ith one hand holdingthe top of the door and the other hand hokling the bottoml remoxe the door fl'om '

the (h_er b) lifting it UP and OUT

_] Rotnte the door 180 °. Insert it on the opposite side of the opening by moving the door

IN and DOWN tmfil the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screx_s

inserted in step 1,

/\

\

Remove the remaining screws fl'om the side of the oi)ening fl'om which the door[_was remoxed. _4ith these screws secure each hinge at the bottom. Tighten the

two top screws of each hinge Reinsert the plastic phlgs on the side fl'om whichthe door was i'eilloxe(1,

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Loadingand usingthe dryer.Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

SortingandLoadingHints_&sa general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for

the washe_; they are sorted properly for the (hTe_:

Do not add fabricsoftener sheets once the loadhas

become warm. Theymaycause fabric softener stalbs.Bounce®FabricConditionerDryer Sheetshave been

approvedfor use in aft GEDryerswhen used lbaccordancewith the manufacturer# lbstructions.

Denotoverload.Thiswastesenergyandcauseswrinkling.

Denet dry the followingitems: fiberglassitems,woolen&rubber-coateditems,plastics,itemswithplastictnmandfoam-tiffeditems.

Careand Cleaningof the DryerThe Exterior:Wil)e or dust any spills or washing

compounds with a dam I) chlth. Dryer controlpanel and finishes may be (lanmged by sonle

laundry pretreannent soil and stnin renloverproducts. Apply these products away fl'om the (lrveI:The tiff)tic may then be washed and dried nommllv,

Damage to your dryer caused by these I)roducts isnot covered bv VOlli"_V;li'i'}lil[_';

The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filmr beiore each

use. Moisten your fingei_ and reach into the filmropening. Run your fingeI_ across tile filter Hme a

qualified technician vactltli//the lint fl'om the dryeronce a veaI 2

Stainless Steel:To clean stainless steel surfi_ces,

use a clamp cloth with a mild, non-abrasivecleaner suitable fi)r stainless steel surfilces.

Remove the cleaner residue, and then dry

with a clean cloth.

TheExhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaustducting at least once a year to prevent clogging.

A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the(lr)ing time.

Follow these steps:

[_ Turn off electrical supl)ly b) disconnecting theI)lug, fl'om the wall socket.

_ Discmmect the duct ti'om the (ha el:

F_ V_lc/ltlI// the duct with the hose attnclm/ent andreconnect the duct.

The ExhaustHoe& Check fl'om tile outside that tile

flails _ffthe hood move fl'eely when ol/emting. Makesure that there is not wildlife (birds, insects, etc.)

nesting inside the duct or hood.

FabricCareLabelsBelow are tiff)rio care label "symbols" that affect the clothing )ou will be laundering.

WASH LABELS

Machine ___ _,_ _ _ _ C_wash i icycle Normal Permanent Press/ GentJe'_/ De notwash De net wringwrinkle resistant de_[cate Hand wash

Water • • • O0 •temperature Hot Warm Cold/cool

{50<0/120< F} {40<0/105< F} 1300/85<FI

BLEACHLABELS

Bleach_., A Asymuo/s Any bleach Only non chlorine bleach Do not bleach

{when neededl {when needed} I

DRY LABELS

dr. oooot,_vDry Normal Permanent Press/ Gent[el Do not tumble dry {_sed with

wrinkle r esistant delicate do notwash}

.eat ® ®setting

High Medium Low No heat/air

fPs°tCiacltions _ _ DUne dry/ Drip dry Dry flat in the shaffe

hang to dry

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VentingtheDryerFor the best (h3ing })extbx_nance, the dr}er needs to be properl } vented. The dryer wil/use mere energy

and run longer if it is net vented to the below specifications. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in theInstallation Instructions.

[] Use only rigid meted 4" di_m_eter ductwork inside tile

dryer cabinet. Use only _igid metal or flexible metal 4"

diameter ductwork for exhausting to tile otltside.

[] Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwo_k.

[] Use the shortest length possible.

[] Do not crash or collapse.

[] Avoid resting tile duct on shaql objects.

[] Ventingmustconformto localbuildingcodes.

CorrectVenting

( (

i

mm

IncorrectVenting

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Before you call CustomerSupport...

Troubleshooting -tipsSave time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visitge.com. Youmay notneed to carl Customer Support.

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Dryer doesn'tstatt Dryer is tmplugged * Make sure the dryer plug is l)ushed (oml)letely intothe outlet.

Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the house fllse/circuit breaker box and replace

is tripped filse or reset breaker: NOTE;Most electric (ha'e_ use2 fllses/breake_.

Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is • Check the house fllse/circuit breaker box and replacetripped; the dryer may tumble both fllses or reset both breake_. Your dryer may tumble

but not heat if only one filse is blown or one breaker tripped.

Gas service is off • Make sure gas shutoff' at (hTer and main shutoff' are

fitly open.

Dryershakesor Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or a(!jtlst leveling legs

makes noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessar_ tmfil exen.

Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener • Follow directions on lift)tic softener package.

Drying dirty items with • Use w)ur (h_'er to d U only clean items. Dim' items candean ones stain clean items and the drveI:

Clothes were not • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the

completely clema clothes are wet appearafler (hying. Use proper washing

procedures befiwe drying.

Lintonclothes Lint filter is full • Clean lint screen befiwe each h)ad,

hnproper sorting • Smt lint l)roduce_ (like chenille) from lint collectm_(like corduroy).

Static electricity can attract lint • See suggestions in this section under STATIC.

Overloading • Separate large loads into smaller ones.

Paper, tissue, etc. left ha pockets • Empb' all pockets betore latmdering clothes.

Static occurs No fabric softener was used • T_w a lift)tic soflene_:

• Bounce': Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been

approvedtbr use in all GE D_Te_ when used inaccordance with the inanufiicturer's instructions.

Overdryhag • T_' a lift)tic soflene_:

• A(!iust seUing U, LESSDRYor DAMP DRY.

Synthetics, permmmnt press • T_' a lift)tic soflene_:mad blends can cause static

Inconsistent Type of heat • Automatic drying times will va_T according to the t,ipedrying times of heat used (electric, natm'al or i,P gas), size of h)ad,

_'l)es of lift)tics, wetness of clothes and condition otexhaust ducts.

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Prob/em Possible Causes What To Do

Clothes take too long Improper sortingtodrF

Large loads of heavy fabrics

(like beach towels)

* Separate hea\'y items fi_om lightweight items (generally,

a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).

* Im'ge, hea_ T ti_bfics contain more moisture and take

longer to dry. Separate large, hea\°y lid)tics into smallerloads to speed (bTing time.

* Match control settings to the load you are drying.

* Clean lint filter betbre e\ ery load,

* Check installation instructions tot properducting/_vnting.

* Make sure ducting is clean, ti'ee of ldnl<s andunobstructed.

o Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily.

o Check the Installation h_structions to make sure the

dryer _vnting is correct.

Controls improperly set

Lint Fdter is full

Improper or obstructedducting

Blown fuses or tripped o Repk_ce fuses or reset circuit breakers. Since most dr}ers

circuit breaker use 2 inses/breakel_, make sure both are operating.

Overloading/eomgming loads * Do not put more than one washer load in the dryerat a time,

Underloading * If _ou are drvino,_ onl_ one or two items, add a few items

to ensure proper tumbling,

Clothes are wrinkled Overdrying ®Select a shorter duing time.

• Remove items while they still hold a slight amount ofmoisture, Select a LESS oRgor OAMP ORgsetting.

Letting items sit in dryer o Remo\v items when cycle ends and fi_ld or hangafter cycle ends immediately.

Overloading * Separate large loads into smaller ones.

Clothes shrink Some fabrics will naturally s_ * To mold shrinkage, ,q)llow garment care labels exacdy.

when washed. Others cam be * Some items may be pressed back into shape atter d_)'ing.safely washed, but will shrinkin the dryer * If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular

item, do not machine wash or tumble &T it.

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GEDryer Warranty.All warranty support provided by our Factory Service Centers, oran authorized Customer Care® technician. Toget Customer Support,on-line, 24 hours a day, vis# us at go.corn or call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).Please have serial number and model numberavailable when calling for service.

Staple your receipt here. IProof of the origbal purchase I

date is needed to obtain supportunder the warrantg

For The Period Of" GE Will Replace:

OneYearFromthe date of theoriginalpurchase

Anypart o_ the &Ter which fidls due to a detbct in materials or workmanship. During this

limited one-year warranty, GE will also pro\ide, free of charge, all labo_ and related service coststo replace the defective pa_t.

What GE Will Not Cover:

[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to

use the product.

[] Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.

[] Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or

used for other than the intended purpose or used

commerdaJdy.

[] Replacement of the light bulb.

[] Products which are not defective or broken, or which

are worldng as described in the Owner's Manual.

[] Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuitbreakers.

[] Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floodsor acts of God.

[] InddentaJ or consequential damage caused by possible

defects with this appliazace.

[] Defects or damage due to operation in freezing

temperatures.

[] Damage caused after delivery.

[] Product not accessible to provide required service.

EXCLUSIONOFIMPLIEDWARRANTIES--Yoursole andexclusiveremedyis productrepa# asprovidedhithisLim#edWarranty.I

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Anyimpliedwarranties,includingtheimpliedwarrautiesofmerchautability orfituessfora particular purpose,are limitedto Ioneyearortheshortestperiod allowedbylaw.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for homeuse within the USA. If the product is locatedin an area whereserviceby a GEAuthorizedServiceris not available,youmay beresponsiblefor a trip chargeor you maybe requiredto bring the product to anAuthorizedGEServicelocation. InAlaska, the warrantyexcludesthe cost of shippingor servicecalls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty givesyou specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what yourlegal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Pro'chase a (;E extended _arrant} and learn about special discotmts that are avail_d)le _hile xour _arrant}

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