GE DWLR473ET manual

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    Models: DWLR473ET DWLR473GT Owner's Manual Important Safety Information Operating Instructions The Controls on Your Dryer Other Dryer Features Helpful Information Specialized Fabric Guide Loading Suggestions Care of Product If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Venting the Dryer GE Service Numbers Warranty, Back Cover GE Answer C[...]

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    Welcome to the GE family. We're proud of our quality, products and we believe in dependable service. You'll see it in this easy-to-use manual and you'll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer sin-vice department. Best of all, you'll experience these value:; each time you do the laundry. That's important, because you[...]

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    Read all safer7 information before using WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be :followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors ° and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Installatio[...]

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    Read aUsaf ty information before using To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or hnjury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautionsi including the follo_ sections. i 4 Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance wit[...]

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    • Exhaust Duct-See Installation • Instructions. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dwer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside. USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE. PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COL- LAPSES OR BECOMES OTHER- WISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING INSTALL[...]

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    information before using Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE. Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. • The interior [...]

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    • Do not tamper with the controls. • Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. • Never climb on or stand on the dryer top. • If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with an automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot lig[...]

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    The controls START START FABRIC CARE EXTRA CARE COTrONS PER M. PRESS OFF SET HIGH HEAT MI!D. HEAT KNITS FLUFF DELICATES NO HE_T LOW HEAT _ Clean the Lint Filter Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer. CAUTION: Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place. 8 A Fabric Care Selections Always follow Fabric M_.nufacturer's C[...]

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    SIGNAL MEDIUM EXTRACARE LESS DRY AUTOMATIC COTTONS MORE DRY DEWRINKLE DAMP DRY MORE DRY AUTOMATIC LESS DRY PERMANENT COOL PRESS DOWN EXTRA CARE 40 50 80 MIN 70 TIMED DRY NOTE: type of heat used(Electric, Nat.rat or LP gas}, size of load, types of fabrics, l wetness of clothes and i° ,& Selecting Drying Cycle Select an automatic or timed cycle.[...]

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    Other dryer features your model has OFF SET Use this option to minimize the wrinkles in clothes. It provides approximately 15 minutes of no-heat tumbling after the clothes are dry. This option can only be used with the Automatic cycles. HINT" If the Signal option is selected, the Signal wiJrl sound at the end of the drying time and will sound [...]

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    Tools Needed: • Standard # 2 Phillips screwdriver • Tape-tipped putty knife • Needle-nosedpliers 1 Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite file hinges. 2 With the door completely open, remove the bottom screw from each hinge on the dryer face. 6 Rotate _he door 180 °. Insert it on the opposite side of the open- ing by moving the d[...]

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    Specialty Care Guide Always follow Fabric Manufacturer's Care Label or instructions when laundering, Otherwise use the information below as a general guide. Pillows Mend any holes or weak seams where feather or fillimg could escape. Dry only one pillow at a time. Slop dryer occasionally and shake pillow, redistributing filling for even drying.[...]

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    Loading As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, the) are sorted properly for the duet. Sort by color (Separate colorfast from non-colorfast fabrics*) • Whites • Lights • Darks Separate by fabric type • Cottons and linens • Permanent press cotlons and blends • Synthetic and poly knits • Delicates Separate #nt [...]

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    Care & Cleaning The drum is rust-resistant and requires no special care. Wipe off any spills or washing compounds. Wipe or dust with a damp cloth. Try not to strike the surface with sharp objects. Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundD; pretreatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have [...]

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    Inspect and clean the dwer exhaust ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. To clean the exhaust duct follow these step.,_.: I Turn o£f electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket. 2 Disconnect exhaust duct from the drver. 3 Vacuum the exhaust duct with the hos[...]

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    Before you call for se ice Problem Possible Causes What to Do Dryer is unplugged Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped • Make sure the d]Ter plug is pushed (ompletely inLo the outlet. • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replac(: fuse or reset breaker. IVOTE: Most electric duets use. two breakers. Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is t[...]

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    Problem Possible Causes What to Do Overdrying • Try a fabric softener. • Adjust controls for less drying. No fabric softener was used • 'Fry a fabric softener. Synthetics, permanent press • 'Fry a fabric softener. and blends can cause static Improper sorting Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted was[...]

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    Problem Possible Causes What to Do Overdrying Letting items sit in dryer after cycle ends • Select a shorter drying time. • Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture. • Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang immediate [y. Some fabrics will naturally shrink when washed. Others can be safely washed, but will shrink i[...]

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    Venting the Duet For the best drying performance the dryer needs to be properly vented. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. • Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside. • Do not use plastic or other com- bustible ductwork. ?[...]

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    800.626.2000 We'll be there! Whatever your question about an}," GE major appliance, GE Answer Center ® information service is available to help. Your call-and your question-will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center ® service is open 24 hours :a day, 7 days a week. 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) [...]

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    800.626.2000 Para obtener la versi6n en espafiol de este manual, llame a GE Answer Center ®, sela_icio de informaci6n pa::a el consumidor, tel_fono 800.626.2000. 800-626-2224 You can have the secure feeling dlat GE Consumer Service will still be there after your wananty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you&[...]

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    Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the dryer that fails because of a manufacturing defect. This[...]