Page 1: ...trols Setting Guide 6 7 Storing Dryer t3 Dryer Exhaust i3 Tiined Drying 5 kind ol ycle Signal 5 User Maintenance lnstructionsl3 Energy Saving Tips 9 Warranty Back Cover Knits l rying Tips 5 11 I ighl Btflb Replacement 13 l lnt Filter 4 9 13 1_nadlng 4 9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 GEA lswer Center operating Instructions 4 5 800 626 2000 Models DDE9200G DDG9280G DDE9300L DDG9380L GEAppliances ...
Page 2: ...n service Para obtener la version en espafiol de este manual name a GE Answer Center servicio de information para el consumidor teldfono 800 626 2000 FOR YOUR SAFETY Ifyou smellgas 1 Openwindows 2 Don ttouch electrical switches 3 Extinguish any openflame 4 Immediatelycall yourgassupplier Don t turn electric switches on or off because sparks may ignite the gas FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use _a...
Page 3: ...Book or in published user 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 heated can under ce...
Page 4: ... not have a pilot light DO Nor ATTEMI_ TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH Bums may result from having your hand in the vieinip of the burner when the automatic ignition may turn on Dryer a _plied fabric softeners or anti static conditioned You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them We recommend you use either a fabric softener in the wash cycle according to the manuf...
Page 5: ...ermines when they are led to your pre selected setting and terminates the cycle automatically Refer to the CONTROLS SETTING GUIDE for recommended settings The Cycle Selector will not advance until clothes have reached a certain degree of dryness Dryness selections guide for the automatic cycles End of Cycle Signal Operates with any cycle The Signal control can be set anywhere between OFF and LOUD ...
Page 6: ...ial Instructions Baby Clothes Delicate KnitsiDelicates Automatic Penn Press See Duness Selection Guide on page 5 Low Heat and Knits Cycle Blankets Wool Part Wool Cottons Timed Cycle Set at 20 to 25 minutes Cotton Electric Synthetic See High Heat below under Extra large Items7 Timed Cycle Curtains Slipcovers Draperies DO NOT MACHINE DRY FIBERGLASS Chenille Bedspreads Robes See below under Extra lar...
Page 7: ...yer lhmblc on FLUFF No Heat setting as heat may cause ahemtiot in shape colol and appearance of such articles Stop dryer periodically and check filter fi_r excess lint Remove and restart dryer Special precautions must be taken for extra large items Set dryer fi_f 20 minule_ lhen check ca d v Set 15lninutes for second setting check again and 5 minutes for each additional setting Make sure that arti...
Page 8: ...and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduro_attract lint and nmst be ied separately Sort by fabric Separate from from W from In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection it is reconmaended that fabrics of similar construction be ied together whenever possible Sort by color Separate Whites from Lights from Darks from Non Sort by weight Separale fro m such as curtains _ For information on tuna...
Page 9: ...ilter see page 13 Energy Saving Tips Sort clothes by weight so you won t have to l unan extra cycle for one or two heavier slower drying items See page 8 Do not overload yer For efficient dlTing clothes need to ramble freely Use Automatic Drying Cycles whenever possible to help prevent overdying and to save energy To help prevem ironing use Perm Press Medium Heat or Knits Delicates Low Heat Remove...
Page 10: ...ducting Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with Installation Instructions Obstruction in exhaust ducting Make sure ducting is clean aud tree of obstruction make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily If flexible ducting is used be sure it is not kinked aim is properly installed according to Installation Instructions Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers Check household f uses or ci...
Page 11: ... ying on low heat Leaving clothes in yer after rambling stops Remove clothes promptly and hang them immediately Too many items in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads Too few items in dryer If drying only one article add two or more similar articles even if dry to insure proper rambling Improper loads Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work clothes with l...
Page 12: ...unsuccessful returnble on high heat for 10 12 minutes and hang immediately Iron carefully Send to dry cleaners for pressing Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed NOTE Ifyoufollowgoodlaundry procedures and Permanent Press clothes still come out wrinkled the finish may not be good quality Also in permauent press symhetic cotton blends the cotton portion of the fabric cau evemually wear aw...
Page 13: ...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 lau11_dry pre treatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the dryer Apply these pre treatment products away from the dryer The fabric may then be washed and ied normally Damage to yo...
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Page 15: ...or accessories sent dire dy to their home free of shipping charge The GE parts system provides access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover proce dures intended to he performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified ser vic...
Page 16: ... to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then lave 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 providing adequate...
