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IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ■ 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, protec[...]
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4 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! YOUR LAUNDRY AREA ■ Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. ■ Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibil[...]
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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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About the dryer control panel. Y ou can locate your model number on the label on the front of the left side of the door opening. START START 70 60 50 40 30 20 MORE DRY 80 MIN AUTOMATIC COTTONS TIMED DRY * LESS DRY MEDIUM HEAT REG. HEAT Model DVL223 1 3 START START LESS DRY COOL DOWN 70 MIN 60 50 40 30 20 10 MORE DRY MORE DRY AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRE[...]
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IMPORT ANT : Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer . Automatic cycles automatically determine fabric dryness. Select MORE DRY for heavier fabrics, LESS DRY for lighter fabrics. Timed cycles run for a selected time. Drying Cycles AUTOMA TIC COTTONS For cottons and most linens. For most loads select the Preferred Regular Setting marked wi[...]
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8 Loading and using the dryer . Always follow the fabric manufacturer’ s care label when laundering. 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 ® F[...]
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9 Fabric Care Labels 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 wa[...]
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Using the four shipping carton corner posts (two on each side), carefully lay the dryer on its left side and remove foam shipping pad. CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not use the control panel as a means to pick up or move the dryer. Return the dryer to an upright position. Adjust the leveling legs to match the washer height. The dryer must be level[...]
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Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 11 Electrical requirements. Read these instructions completely and carefully . Electrical Connection Information for Gas Dryers[...]
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If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the maximum recommended duct length. In special installations when it is impossible to make a connection with the above recommendations, then UL-listed clothes dryer transition duct may be used as transition venting between the dryer and wall con[...]
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Replace brass connecting pipe that is not plastic- coated. Stainless steel or plastic-coated brass MUST be used. WARNING: Never reuse old flexible connectors. The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury. Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance. Installation MUST conform with local codes, or [...]
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14 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the dryer[...]
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Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 15 Rough-In Dimensions Dryer MUST be exhausted outside (outdoors, not beneath the mobile home) using metal ducting that will not support combustion. Metal ducting must be 4 ″ (10.16 cm) in diameter with no obstructions. Rigid metal duct is[...]
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16 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the dryer[...]
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Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer upper corner. Install a UL-approved strain relief into the power cord entry hole of the mounting bracket. Use [...]
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18 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the dryer[...]
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Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 19 Reversing the Dryer Door Swing Open the dryer door. Remove the 4 hinge hole plugs or screws from the left side of door opening. Place nearby for future installation. NOTE: Y ou may need a plastic knife to help pull out the plugs. Be caref[...]
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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 is • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and tripped replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Most electric dryers use two fuses/breakers. Thermal limiter tripped • Call a[...]
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21 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 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 manufacture[...]
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Notes 22 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions[...]
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23 GE Dryer W arranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. 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 full From the date of the one-year warranty , GE wi[...]
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Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Printed in the United S[...]