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Dryer
ContentsAppliance Registration 2 Problem Solver 10-12Automatic
Drying 5 Safety Instructions 3,4Care and Cleaning 13 Sorting
4,8Consumer Services 15 Storing Dryer 13Controls Setting Guide 6,7
Timed Drying 5Dryer Exhaust 13 User Maintenance Instructions
13End-of-Cycle Signal 5 Warranty Back CoverEnergy-Saving Tips
9Extra Care Cycle 4Knits Drvin~ TiDs 5-7, 11Light Bulb Replacement
13Lint Filter 4,9, 13Loading 4,9Model and Serial Numbers 2Operating
the Dryer 4,5 GEAmwer CentePPerm. Press Drying Tips 5-7, 11, 12
80fi62E2000
Models DDE7900GDDG7980G
GEApphances
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Help us help you... If You Need ServiceBefore using your
dryer,read this book carefully.It is intended to help you operate
andmaintain your new dryer properly.
Keep it handy for answers to yourquestions.
If you dont understand somethingor need more help, write
(includeyour phone number):Consumer AffairsGE AppliancesAppliance
ParkLouisville, KY40225
If you received adamaged dryer...Immediately contact the
dealer(or builder) that sold you thedryer.
Save time and money.Before you request service...check the
Problem Solver onpages 10-12. It lists causes ofminor operating
problems thatyou can correct yourself.
Write down the modeland serial numbers.Youll find them on a
label on thefront of the dryer behind the door.These numbers are
also on theConsumer Product OwnershipRegistration Card that came
withyour dryer. Before sending in thiscard, please write these
numbershere:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in anycorrespondence or service
callsconcerning your dryer.
To obtain a Spanish languageversion of this book, callGE Answer
[email protected] information service.
Para obtener la versi6n enespafiol de este manual,name aGE
Answer Center?servicio de informationpara el consumidor,te16fono
800.626.2000.
FOR YOUR SA~WIf you smell gas:1. Open windows.2. Dont touch
electrical switches:3. Extinguish any
open flame.4. Immediately call
your gas supplier.Dont turn electric switcheson or off because
sparks mayignite the gas.
I FOR YOURSA=WDo not store or usegasoline or otherflammable
vapors andliquids in the vicinityof this or any otherappliance.
To obtain service, see theConsumer Services page in theback of
this book.Were proud of our service andwant you to be pleased. If
for somereason you are not happy with theservice you receive, here
are threesteps to follow for further help.FIRST, contact the people
whoserviced your appliance. Explainwhy you are not pleased. In
mostcases, this will solve the problem.NEXT, if you are still not
pleased,write all the details-includingyour phone numberto:
Manager, Consumer RelationsGE AppliancesAppliance
ParkLouisville, Kentucky 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is stillnot resolved, write:
Major ApplianceConsumer Action Panel20 North Wacker
DriveChicago, Illinois 60606
All drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
LabelingRule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January
1984.
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wIMPORT~TSAFETY NOTICEThe California Safe DrinkingWater and
Toxic Enforcement Actrequires the Governor of Californiato publish
a list of substancesknown to the state to cause cancer,birth
defects or other reproductiveharm and requires businesses towarn
customers of potentialexposure to such substances.Gas appliances
can cause minorexposure to four of these substances,namely benzene,
carbon monoxide,formaldehyde and soot, causedprimarily by the
incompletecombustion of natural gas or LPfuels. Properly adjusted
dryers willminimize incomplete combustion.Exposure to these
substances canbe minimized further by properlyventing the dryers to
the outdoors.WARNING-To reduce the riskof fire, electric shock, or
injuryto persons when using yourapphc% foflow basic
p-utions,including the following:l Use this appliance only for
itsintended purpose as described inthis Use and Care Book.l This
dryer must be properlyinstilled and located inaccordance with the
InstillationInstructions before it is used. Ifyou did not receive
an InstallationInstructions sheet with your dryer,you can obtain
one by contactingthe service location nearest you.Properly ground
to conformwith all governing codes andordinances. Follow details
inInsbllation Instructions.Locate where the temperatureis above
50F. (lOC.) forsatisfactory operation of thedryer control system.
Do notinstill or store the dryer where itwill be exposed to the
weather.Connect to a properly rated,protected and sized
power-supplycircuit to avoid electrical overload.Exhausting to the
outside isSTRONGLY RECOMMENDED
to prevent large amounts ofmoisture and lint from being
blowninto the room. Carefully follow theExhausting Detis in the
bstiationInstructions.
l When disconnecting thisappliance pull by the plug ratherthan
the cord to avoid damage tothe cord or junction of cord andplug.
Make sure that the cord islocated so that it will not be steppedon,
tripped over or otherwisesubjected to damage or stress.l Do not
repair or replace anypart of the appliance or attemptany servicing
unless specificallyrecommended in this Use andCare Book or in
published user-repair instructions that youunderstand and have the
skills tocarry out.
To minimize the Wssibtiityof a fire h=rd.. Do not use heat to
dry articlescontaining rubber, plastic, orsimtiar materiah (such as
paddedbras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bathmats, rugs, bibs, baby
pants, p~cbags, etc.) as these materials maymelt or burn. Also,
some rubberma@riak, when h=ted, m undercertain circumstances
producefire by spontaneous combustion.l Garments labeled Dry
AwayFrom Heat (such as life jacketscontaining Kapok) must not be
putin your dryer.l Do not wash or dry articlesthat have been
cleaned in, washedin, soaked in, or spotted withcombustible or
~losive substances(such as wax, paint, gasoline,degreasers,
dry-cleaningsolvents, kerosene, etc.) whichmay ignite or explode.
Do not useor store such substances on/oraround your washer and/or
dryerduring operation.l Any article on which you haveused a
cleaning solvent, or whichcontains flammable materials
(such as cleaning cloths, mops,towels used in beauty
salons,restaurants or barber shops, etc.)must not be placed in or
near thedryer until all traces of theseflammable liquids or solids
andtheir fumes have been removed.There are many highly
flammableitems used in homes such as:acetone, denaturd
alcohol,gasoline, kerosene, somehousehold cleaners, some
spotremovers, turpentines, waxes, waxremovers and products
containingpetroleum distillates.l Clean the lint filter before
eachload to prevent lint accumulationinside the dryer or in the
room.DO NOT OPERATE THEDR~R WITHOUT THE LINTFILTER IN PLACE.. Keep
area around andunderneath your appliance freefrom the accumulation
ofcombustible materials, such aslint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.l
Do not store items that may bumor melt (such as clothing,
papermaterial, plastics or plasticcontainers, etc.) on top of the
dryerduring operation.. The interior of the machineand the exhaust
duct connectioninside the dryer should becleaned periodically by
aqualified individual.Q Exhaust duct (see
installationinstructions). Use only metalduct inside dryer or
forexhausting dryer to the outside.
To minitie the Wssibilityof i~ury.l Never reach into the dryer
wtiethe drum is moving. Before loading,unloading or adding clothes,
waituntil the drum has completelystopped.l Close supervision is
necessaryif this apptiance is used by or nearchildren. Do not aBow
children to
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hpOfint safety Imtructiom (continued)play inside, on or with
thisappliance or any discardedappliance. Dispose of discardedappkm
and shipping or packingmaterials properly. Beforediscarding a
dryer, or removingfrom service, remove the doorof the drying
compartment.l Keep dl laundry aids (suchas detergents, bleaches,
fabricsofteners, etc.) out of the reach ofchildren, preferably in a
lockedcabinet. Observe dl warnings oncontainer labels to avoid
personalinjury.l Keep the floor around yourappliances clean and dry
to reducethe possibility of slipping.l Do not dry fiberglass
articles inyour dryer. Skin irritation couldresult from the
remaining glassparticles that may be picked upby clothing during
subsequentdryer uses.l The laundry process can reducethe flame
retardaney of fabrics. Toavoid such a result, the garment
manufacturers care instructionsshould be followed very
carefully.
l Never climb on or stand on thedryer top or door.
l Do not tamper with controls.l To minimize the possibilityof
electric shock, unplug thisappliance from the power supplybefore
attempting any maintenanceor cleaning (except the removal
andcleaning of the lint filter). N~E:~rning the Cycle Selector
knobto an OFF position does NOTdisconnect the appliance fromthe
power supply.
l Do not operate this applianceif it is damaged,
malfunctioning,partially disassembled, or hasmissing or broken
parts, includinga damaged cord or plug.l If yours is a gas dryer,
it isequipped with an automatic electricignition and does not have
a pilotlight. DO N~ ATTEM~ ~LIGHT WITH A MA~H. Burnsmay result from
having your handin the vicinity of the burner when
Dryer-applied fabricsofteners or anti-staticconditionersYou may
wish to soften yourlaundered fabrics or reduce thestatic
electricity in them. Werecommend you use either afabric softener in
the wash cycle,according to the manufacturersinstructions for those
produck, ortry a dryer-added product forwhich the manufacturer
giveswritten assurance on the packagethat their product can be
safelyused in your dryer.Service or performance problemscaused by
the use of these uroductsare the responsibility of th;manufacturers
of those productsand are not covered under thewarranty of this
appliance.
SAW THESE
the automati~ ignition may turn on.
How to opemte your dryerW~GTO reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or iniury to Dersons.read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
before operating this appliance.
INSTRUCTIONS
bad Your Dryer Properly
l Clean the lint filter each time the sorted right for drying.
See page 8dryer is used. Always be sure the for sorting help. (If
you do mixlint filter is in place. Dont use the various types of
fabrics in yourdryer without it. load, set the controls for the
Set the ControlsSee the Controls Setting Guideon pages 6 and
7.
lighter-weight fabrics and removel Good sorting for the dryer
beginsat the washer. Generally, if clothes when dry. Reset controls
for the
are sorted right for washing, theyre remaining heavier
fabrics.)
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~ Fabric Care SelectionsPush a button to select the proper heat
for your load.
Should be used with cycles indicated .Automatic,
Fabric Care Automatic Perm Press and TimedSelections Regular
Cycle Knits Cycles CyclesCottonsHigh Heat l
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Perm PressMedium Heat l
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Knits/Delicates l lLow HeatFluffNo Heat
@ Extra Care Cycle(Operates only with Automatic,Perm Press&
Knits Cycles.)Turn to ON if desired. To minimizewrirddes set in the
clothes, the ExtraCare cycle provides approximately15 minutes of
no-heat tumblingafter the clothes are dry.Use End-of-Cycle Signal.
Signalwill sound at five-minute intervalsto remind you to remove
the clothes.
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~ Select End of Cycle Signal, ifdesired. (See
below.)~TurnCycleSelector to desiredcycle setting. The selector may
beturned in either direction.~ Press PUSH ~ START buttonto start
dryer. (Opening the doorduring operation stops the dryer.
Tore-start, close the door and pressthe START button. )
End-of-Cycle Signal(Operates with any cycle.)
Variable Signal
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The Signal control can be setanywhere between OFF andLOUD,
depending on desiredsound level. The signal will soundjust before
the end of the cycle toremind you to remove the clothes.To stop
signal while sounding, turnSignal control to OFF or advanceCycle
Selector to OFF.The Signal should always be usedwhen drying
Polyester Knits orPermanent Press items whichshould be removed as
soon as thedryer stops to help prevent settingof wrinkles.The
signal should also be used withthe Extra Care Cycle.
Polyester Knik &Permanent Pressdrying tips. DO N~
OVERLOADGarments being dried ordewrin~ed should tumble freely.l
REMOVE CL~HESPROM~LYTo help preventwrin~ing, remove from the
dryerpromptly at the end of the dryingcycles.l PLACE ON
HANGERSPermanent Press and PolyesterKnit garments look best if
placedon hangers after drying.
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mat is the differencebetween wed &Automatic drying?Timed
DryingWhen using the TIMED CYCLES,you select the number of
minutesyou wish the dryer to run and itturns off at the end of this
timeperiod.Automatic DryingWhen using the Automatic Cycles,the
Electronic Sensor Controlsystem continually senses themoisture in
the tumbling clothes,determines when they are dried toyour
pre-selected setting, andterminates the cycle automatically.Refer
to the CONTROLS SETTINGGUIDE for recommended settings.The Cycle
Selector will not advanceuntil ciothes have reached a certaindegree
of dryness.
Dryness selections guide forthe automatic qcles
Set to Middle Position,,,s Im. 0,,
l For most normal loads.
Set toward MORE DRY
l For loads that include heavy-weight fabrics.
l If you desire to remove moremoisture.
Set toward LESS DRY,,$sm O:F
l For lightweight fabric loads.l If you desire to remove
less
moisture.. For very small loads.
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Controk Setting Guide for different fabrics and loadsFabric
Care/
had Drying Selection*Cottons & Linens Cottons
High Heat
Cycle Cycle SettingAutomatic Regular Cycle See Dryness Selection
Guide on
page 5.Set at REGULAR for dry; atDAMP-DRY for ironing.
orTimed Cycle
Permanent Press, Treated Cottons, Perm PressBlends with Cotton
Medium Heat
Automatic Perm Pressand Knits CycleTimed Cycle
S& Dryness Selection Guide on page 5Use Extra Care Cycle
ifdcsircd,Set at DE-WRINKLE to de-wrinklegarments that have not
been washed.
See Dryness Selection Guide on page 5.Usc Extra Care Cycle if
desired.
SyntheticsPolyester, Nylon,Acrylic Knits and Woven Fabrics
Sturdy
Automatic Perm Pressand Knits Cycle
Perm PressMedium Heat
Delicate Knits/DelicatesLow Heat
Silks and Wools, Blends includingSilks and Wools
Knits/DelicatesLow Heat
Automatic Perm Pressand Knits Cycle
Automatic Perm Pressand Knits Cycle
Set toward LESS DRY. Sec DrynessSelection Guide on page 5.
Set toward LESS DRY. Sec DrynessSelection Guide on page 5.
Rayon and Acetate I Knits/DelicatesLow HeatDown-filled garments,
if machine Cottonswashing and drying are High Heatrecommended.
Baby ClothesSturdy: Diapers, CottonsNightgowns, Shirts, Pads,
Sheets, High HeatReceiving Blankets, Coveralls. SeeSpecial
Instructions.
Baby ClothesDelicate Knits/DelicatesLow Heat
BlanketsWool, Part Wool, CottonsCotton, Electric, Synthetic. See
High Heatbelow under CExtra-large Items!
Automatic Regular Cycle
Automatic Regular Cycle
Automatic Perm Pressand Knits Cycle
Timed Cycle
Set toward LESS DRY.
Set at 20 to 25 minutes
Timed Cycle For first setting, set at 20 minutes;for second
setting. set at 15 minutes.
Curtains, Slipcovers, Draperies. CottonsDO N~ MACHINE DRY High
HeatFIBERGLASS.
Timed Cycle First setting 20 minutes;additional settings5
minutes.
Chenille Bedspreads, Robes. Seebelow under Extra-large Items: I
CottonsHigh HeatRubber-coated Items, LaminatedFabrics, Vinyl,
Plastics andArticles with Plastic Trim.
Bathmats and Rugs
FluffNo Heat
Timed Cycle Set for time desired.
CottonsHigh Heat
Timed Cycle
Timed Cycle
First setting20 minutes;additional scttirrgs-5 minutes.
First setting20 minutes;second setting15 minutes;additional sctt
irrgs-5 minutes.
Extra-large ItemsQueen or King Permanent PressSize Sheets,
Blankets or Spreads, Medium HeatSleeping Bags, Insulated Jackets
orSuits, Mattress Covers (Pads),Quilted Bedspreads.
Timed CyclePillowsFeather and Polyester-filled (if manufacturer
recommendsthey be dried in a dryer). SeeSpecial Instructions.
CottonsHigh Heat
Set at 70 minutes
*The terms High, Medium and Low Heat are those usually found on
fabric care labels. For best results, follow your fabric care
Iabcls,N~E: The Cycle Selector settings indicated above are to be
used as a guide. You may find that best results are obtained for
certain of your fabricsby setting the Cycle Selector to either side
of the recommended settings.
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Spcial InstructionsDo not dry non-colorfast items with whites or
light-colored items.
Do not overload dryer; clothes should tumble freely. Remove
promptly as soon as dryer stops; place clothes on hangers
tominimize wrinkling.
Do not overload dryer; clothes should tumble freely. Remove
promptly as soon as dryer stops, place clothes on hangers
tominimize wrinkling.
Dry silks and wools in your dryer only if recommended by the
garment manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.
Tumble drying is mandatory. Down must be thoroughly dried to
remove odor and prevent mildewing. Place two large, dry towels in
thedryer to improve tumbling and shorten drying time. Be sure to
dry thoroughly.
IMPORTANT. If childrens sleepwear is made of Modacrylic, tumble
dry only on Low Heat. High Heat can damage these fabrics.Check
manufacturers drying instructions.
See above instructions.
Place in dryer with 3 or 4 dry towels which have been heated for
5 minutes. Set timer for 20 to 25 minutes. Do not set control for
more than25 minutes. Do only one blanket at a time. Remove blanket
at end of cycle and block blanket back to original shape. Press
binding with warmiron. Allow to dry before storing.
Use dry towels as buffers. Set timer for 20 minutes. If items
are still wet, reset for 15 minutes and check again. Items should
be removed whilestill damp. Place slipcovers on furniture
immediately. Hang draperies and curtains so that creases will fall
out. Stop dryer periodically and checkfilter for excess lint.
Remove and restart dryer.
Tumble on FLUFF (No Heat) setting as heat may cause alteration
in shape, color and appearance of such articles.
Stop dryer periodically and check filter for excess lint. Remove
and restart dryer.
Special precautions must be taken for extra-large items. Set
dryer for 20nrinufes fhen check carefilly. Set 15 minutes for
second setting, checkagain; and 5 minutes for each additional
setting. Make sure that article does not fill drum. Many large
articles, when wet, have ample room indryer, but as they dry and
fluff up may not have room to tumble. Check carefully every few
minutes and if article is still wet or damp and fillsdryer, finish
drying on line. Do not, under any circumstances operate dryer for
longer times without checking. CAUTION: If large items do nothave
room to tumble, the air flow maybe blocked which could result in
scorching your valuable items. Many large items, like shag rugs,
cannotbe dried in home size dryers. DO N~tumble dv jackefs
corrtainin~ ffipok. (See filter cleaning instructions above.)Check
ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could
escape. Dry no more than one pillow at a time and set dryer for
maximumtime. Stop dryer occasionally and shake pillows to
redistribute filling for more even drying. Check pillows at end of
drying time. If they are notcompletely dry, return them to dryer
and reset for more drying time. Feather pillows dry very slowly and
must be dried completely to preventmildewing. DO NWtumbIe dry
pillows containing ffipok.
Refer to Garment Manufacturers Care hbelsFor more information on
care labeling, send for cWhats New About CARE LABELS:For sale by
the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, D.C. 20402,
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How to sort the clothesNormally, if you have sorted clothes
correctly for washing,you will also have properly sorted drying
loads.Sort by surface tefiure
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m,,\ Lint CollectorsLINT PRODUCERSsuch asterry toweling and
chenillegiveup lint. LINT COLLE~RSsuch as man-made fibers andnapped
fabrics like velveteen andcorduroyattract lint, and must bedried
separately.
Sort by fabric
from
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from
In addition to sorting to reduce lintcollection, it is
recommended thatfabrics of similar construction bedried together
whenever possible.
Sort by color
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Sort by wei@tSeparate
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