GE DSKS433E manual

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    www .GEAppliances.com DSKS433E Dr y ers 500A404P001 175D1807P358 49-90096 04-01 JR Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . 2–5 Proper Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 When Using the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . 4 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning of the Dryer . . .7 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Control Settings . [...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 2 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions W ARNING! For your safety , the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, perso[...]

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    ■ Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in the Installation Instructions section. ■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather. ■ Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload. ■[...]

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    4 WHEN USING YOUR DRYER ■ Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving. Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, wait until the drum has completely stopped. ■ Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room. DO NOT OPERA TE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FIL TER IN PLACE, UNLESS THE DRY[...]

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    WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER ■ Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance to avoid damage to the cord while pulling. Place the cord away from traffic areas so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage. ■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically rec[...]

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    Automatic cycles automatically determine fabric dryness. Select EXTRA DRY for heavier fabrics or to make regular fabrics drier. Timed cycles run for a selected time. Drying Cycles AUTO REGULAR For cottons and most linens. For most loads select the Preferred Regular Setting marked ∗ NORMAL DRY. PERM. PRESS & DELICA TE For synthetic blends and [...]

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    7 Care and Cleaning of the Dryer . www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions The Exterior: 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 produc[...]

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    8 Sorting and Loading Hints As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer. Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce ® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance wi[...]

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    9 Machine wash cycle Normal Permanent Press/ wrinkle resistant Gentle/ delicate Hand wash Do not wash Do not wring Water temperature Hot (50 ° C/120 ° F) Warm (40 ° C/105 ° F) Cold/cool (30 ° C/85 ° F) Tumble dry Dry Normal Permanent Press/ wrinkle resistant Gentle/ delicate Do not tumble dry Do not dry (used with do not wash) Heat setting Hi[...]

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    Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Dryer doesn’t start Dryer is unplugged • Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet. Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace is tripped fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Most electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers. Thermal limiter tripped • Call aut[...]

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    11 Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Static occurs No fabric softener was used • Try a fabric softener. • Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Overdrying • Try a fabric softener. • Adjust controls for less drying. Synthetics, pe[...]

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    12 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Notes.[...]

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    13 General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 32150 Louisville, KY 40232-2150 GE Service Protection Plus ™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you Service Protection Plus ™ —comprehensive protection on all your appliances— No Matter What Brand! Benefits Include: • Backed by GE • [...]

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    Consumer Product Ownership Registration Important Mail Today! General Electric Company Louisville, Kentucky www.GEAppliances.com First Name Mr. ■ ■ Ms. ■ ■ Mrs. ■ ■ Miss ■ ■ Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Year Zip Code Apt. # Last Name Phone Number _ _ Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Th[...]

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    15 For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Y ear Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the full one-year warranty , GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to original purchase replace the defective part. ■ Service trips to your home to teach you how[...]

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    Printed in Canada Consumer Support. GE Appliances W ebsite www .GEAppliances.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You c[...]