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 where the temperature

is above 

 (10”C.) for

satisfactory operation of the dryer
control system. Do not instill or
store the dryer where it will be
exposed to the weather.

—Connect to a properly rated,
protected and sized power-supply
circuit to avoid electrical overload.
—Exhausting to the outside is
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
to prevent large amounts of
moisture and lint from being blown
into the room. Carefully follow the
Exhausting Details in the Installation
Instructions.

● 

When disconnecting this

appliance pull by the plug rather
than the cord to avoid damage to the
cord or junction of cord and plug.
Make sure that the cord is located so
that it 

 not be stepped on,

tripped over or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.

 Do not repair or replace any

part of the appliance or attempt
any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this Use and
Care Book or in published 
repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to

carry out.

To minimize the possibility
of a fire hazard.

 Do not use heat to dry articles

containing rubber, plastic, or
similar materials (such as padded
bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath
mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic
bags, etc.) as these materials may
melt or burn. Also, some rubber
materials, when 

 can under

 circumstances produce

fire by spontaneous combustion.

 Garments labeled “Dry Away

From Heat” (such as life jackets

containing Kapok) must not be put

in your dryer.

 Do not wash or dry articles

that have been cleaned in, washed

in, soaked in, or spotted with
combustible or explosive substances
(such as wax, paint, gasoline,

 dry-cleaning solvents,

kerosene, etc.) which may ignite

or explode. Do not use or store
such substances on/or around
your washer and/or dryer during
operation.

 Any article on which you have

used a cleaning solvent, or which
contains flammable materials
(such as cleaning cloths, mops,
towels used in beauty salons,
restaurants or barber shops, etc. )
must not be placed in or near the

dryer until all traces of these

flammable liquids or solids and
their fumes have been removed.
There are many highly flammable
items 

used 

in homes such as:

acetone, denatured alcohol,
gasoline, kerosene, some household
cleaners, some spot removers,
turpentines, waxes, wax removers
and products containing petroleum
distillates.

● 

Clean the lint filter before each

load to prevent lint accumulation
inside the dryer or in the room.
DO 

 OPERATE THE

DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT
FILTER IN PLACE.

● 

Keep area around and

underneath your appliance free
from the accumulation of
combustible materials, such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

● 

Do not store items that may burn

or melt (such as clothing, paper
material, plastics or plastic
containers, etc. ) on top of the dryer
during operation.

● 

The interior of the machine

and the exhaust duct connection
inside the dryer should be cleaned
periodically by a qualified
individual.

 Exhaust duct (see installation

instructions). Use only 

 duct

inside dryer or for exhausting
dryer to the outside.

3

To minimize the possibility
of injury. 

- -

 Never reach into the dryer while

the drum is moving. Before loading,
unloading or adding clothes, wait
until the drum has completely
stopped.

● 

Close supervision is necessary

if this appliance is used by or near
children. Do not allow children to
play inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded
appliance. Dispose of discarded

 and shipping or packing

materials properly. Before
discarding a dryer, or removing
from service, remove the door of
the drying compartment.

● 

Keep all laundry aids (such

as detergents, bleaches, fabric
softeners, etc. ) out of the reach of
children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe 

 warnings on

container labels to avoid personal
injury.

● 

Keep the floor around your

appliances clean and 

 to reduce

the possibility of slipping.

● 

Do not dry fiberglass articles in

your dryer. Skin irritation could
result from the remaining glass
particles that may be picked up
by clothing during subsequent
dryer uses.

 The laundry process can reduce

the flame 

 of fabrics. To

avoid such a result, the garment
manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.

 Never climb on or stand on the

dryer top or door.

Do not tamper with controls.

● 

To minimize the possibility

of electric shock, unplug this
appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning (except the removal and
cleaning of the lint filter). 
Turning the Cycle Selector knob
to an OFF position does NOT
disconnect the appliance from

the power supply.

Summary of Contents for DDE8107M

Page 1: ...haust 13 Storing Dryer 13 End of Cycle Signal 5 Timed Drying 5 Energy Saving Tips 9 User Maintenance Instructions 13 Extra Care Cycle 4 Warranty Back Cover Knits Drying Tips 5 7 11 Light Bulb Replacement 13 Lint Filter 4 9 13 Loading 4 9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 operating the Dryer 4 5 Permanent Press GEAmwer Centerm Drying Tips 5 7 11 12 80 626 2000 Models DDE8107M DDG8187M GEAppiances ...

Page 2: ...t turn electric switches on or off because sparks may ignite the gas I FOR YOUR SAFETY I Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapom and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance SMETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all imtructiom before mi thk appliance The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known ...

Page 3: ...gasoline kerosene some household cleaners some spot removers turpentines waxes wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates 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 area around and underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible materials such ...

Page 4: ...e manufacturers of those products and are not covered under the warranty of this appliance SAW THESE INSTRUCTIONS II Ext e Care CVcoe Ve ieble Sig el II bad Your Dryer perly Fabric Care Selections Push a button to select the proper heat for your load Clean the lint filter each time the dryer is used Always be sure the lint filter is in place Don t use the dryer without it Good sorting for the drye...

Page 5: ...s be used when drying Polyester Knits or Permanent Press items which should be removed as soon as the dryer stops to help prevent setting of wrinkles The signal should also be used with the Extra Care Cycle Polyester Knits Permanent Press drying tips c DO N OVERLOAD Garments being dried or dewrintied should tumble freely Q REMOVE CL HES PROMPTLY To help prevent wrinHing remove from the dryer promp...

Page 6: ...ic Regular Cycle See Dryness Selection Guide on page 5 Set at 20 to 25 minutes Baby Clothes Delicate Knits Delicates Low Heat Automatic Perm Press and Knits Cycle Blankets Wool Part Wool Cotton Electric Synthetic See below under Extra large Items Timed Cycle Cottons High Heat Timed Cycle Curtains Slipcovers Draperies DO N MACHINE DRY FIBERGLASS Chenille Bedspreads Robes See below under Extra large...

Page 7: ...start dryer mble 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 Specialprecautions must be taken for extra large items Set dryer for 20minutes then check carefilly Set E minutes for second setting check again and 5 minutes for each additional setting Make sure tha...

Page 8: ... such as man made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy attract lint and must be dried separately Sort by fabric from from w from Delicates In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be dried together whenever possible Sort by color from from from Sort by we t from For information on tumble drying extra large items and di...

Page 9: ...Savi ps Sort clothes by weight so you won t To help prevent ironing use Clean dryer lint filter each time have to run an extra cycle for one or Perm Press Medium Heat or YOU dry two heavier slower drying items Knits Delicates Low Heat Remove See page 8 garments promptly at end of drying Cl dryer efiaust ducting at l t Do not overload dryer For cycle and place on hangers once a year A partially clo...

Page 10: ...oper ting Make sure dryer is ducted in acco witi ktiation i h ctions j y di f struction in exhaust ducting Make sum ducting is cle and of obstruction t 2 y b make s dampor in outside WW cap Qpemtes easdy If fltible ducting is used be 2 j sum it is not and is properly instied according to ks ation mctions P 1 B fi or M t b m Ckk ho d X or uit b m f Most deetric dryers use two It is possible firona ...

Page 11: ...ing clo es d er a bling s ps Remove CIOtiOS promptiy d h g PERMANENT P SS them immediately AND NO RON ITEMS s Twmany items in dryer Dry ody one washer load atatime Do not combhe loads T few i ms in er g o y Oneafiicle addt ormoreswr CleS even if dry toinsureproper tumbling Qroperloads Avoid laun ringheavyPermanent Press items suchasworkclothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or b...

Page 12: ...uccessfil tumble on high heat for 10 12 minuks and hang immediately Iron carefully Send to dry cleaners for pressing Some wrirddes may remain which cannot be removed N If you follow good laundry procedures and Permanent press CIOtheS Still come out wrintied the finish may not be good quality Also in permanent press synthetic cotton blends the cotton portion of the fabric can eventually wear away l...

Page 13: ...d of time disconnect power supply and clean lint filter Do not store dryer where it will be exposed to the weather CAUTIONS Before having your electric dryer connected in your new residence be sure your licensed electrician confirms that the supply voltage matches the voltage specified on the rating plate Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pre treatment soil and stain ...

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Page 15: ...urther help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20...

Page 16: ... teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for prov...

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