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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

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Fabric

Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

Do not overload. 

This wastes energy and causes wrinkling.

Do not dry the following items: 

Fiberglass items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with plastic trim and 

foam-filled items.

Loading and using the dryer. 

Always follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.

Consumer Support

Troubleshooting T

ips

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

Summary of Contents for DSKS433E

Page 1: ...e Dryer 7 Control Panel 6 Control Settings 6 Loading and Using the Dryer 8 9 Troubleshooting Tips 10 11 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 13 14 Warranty 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model __________________ Serial __________________ You can find them on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door Owner s Manual and Installation Instructions ...

Page 2: ...h your gas supplier call the fire department 5 4 3 2 1 California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of t...

Page 3: ...tion Instructions before it is used Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 3 www GEAppliances com 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 ...

Page 4: ...p by clothing during subsequent dryer uses To minimize the possibility of electric shock unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OFF posit...

Page 5: ...repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out Before discarding a dryer or removing it from service remove the dryer door to prevent children from hiding inside Do not tamper with controls READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions w...

Page 6: ...se with PERM PRESS DELICATE or TIMED CYCLE LOW HEAT FLUFF For fluffing items without heat Use the TIMED CYCLE NO HEAT Start Close the dryer door Push the START button to start the dryer Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer To restart the dryer close the door and select START to complete the cycle NOTE Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used Electric Natural or LP...

Page 7: ...he exhaust ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time Follow these steps Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket Disconnect the duct from the dryer Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and reconnect the duct The Exhaust Hood Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when ope...

Page 8: ...approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not overload This wastes energy and causes wrinkling Do not dry the following items Fiberglass items woolens rubber coated items plastics items with plastic trim and foam filled items Loading and using the dryer Always follow the fabric manufacturer s care label when laundering Consumer Support Troubl...

Page 9: ...delicate Do not tumble dry Do not dry used with do not wash Heat setting High Medium Low No heat air Special instructions Line dry hang to dry Drip dry Dry flat In the shade Bleach symbols Any bleach when needed Only non chlorine bleach when needed Do not bleach WASH LABELS DRY LABELS BLEACH LABELS Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instru...

Page 10: ...there has been a utility service is restored interruption of natural gas gas models Dryer shakes or Some shaking noise is normal Move dryer to an even floor space or adjust leveling legs makes noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener Follow directions on fabric softener package Drying dirty items with Use your dryer to dry ...

Page 11: ... ducting is clean free of kinks and unobstructed Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer venting is correct Blown fuses or tripped Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers Since most dryers circuit breaker use 2 fuses breakers make sure both are operating Overloading combining loads Do not put more than one washer load in the dr...

Page 12: ...12 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Notes ...

Page 13: ... protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that al...

Page 14: ...ct is registered or register online at www GEAppliances com 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Cut here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require...

Page 15: ... any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consu...

Page 16: ...out special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories www GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA...

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