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End-of-Cycle 

 operates with any cycle.

The signal can be set anywhere between OFF and
LOUD, depending on the desired sound level. The

signal will sound just before the end of the cycle to
remind you to remove the clothes.

To stop the signal while sounding, turn the 
control to OFF or advance the Cycle Selector to

The signal should always 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 

 & Permanent Press Drying Tips

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DO NOT 

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REMOVE CLOTHES

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PLACE ON 

Garments being dried or

PROMPTLY—To help prevent

Permanent press and polyester

 should tumble freely.

wrinkling, remove clothes from

knit garments look best if placed

the dryer promptly at the end of

on hangers after drying.

the drying cycles.

The Difference Between Automatic and Timed Drying

Automatic Drying

Timed Drying

When using the Automatic Cycles, the

When using the Timed Cycles, you select the number

Automatic Dry Control system continually senses

of minutes you wish the dryer to run and it turns off at

the temperature of the air in the dryer drum. Wet

the end of this time period.

laundry keeps the air cool. When laundry is dry
enough (and the drum air warm enough) the heat turns
off. When the air cools, the heat turns back on. This
off and on cycling may happen a number of times
(depending on the fabric, 

 size and cycle Selector

setting). The Cycle Selector advances (when the heat
is 

 until it automatically turns off dryer.

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Summary of Contents for DDG7987R

Page 1: ...OperatingtheDryer 6 Permanent Press Drying Tips 7 13 14 SortingClothes 6 10 Timed Drying 7 Care and Cleaning Dryer Exhaust 11 Drum 11 Exterior 11 LintFilter 11 Storing the Dryer 11 User Maintenance I...

Page 2: ...l must be fo owed to the risk of fire or e l ion or to prevent property damage personal i ury or loss of Me Do not store or use gasohe or other flammable vapors and tiquids in the ticinity of this or...

Page 3: ...r 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...

Page 4: ...exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned periodically by a qualified individual To Minimize the Po ibfiity of Injury Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving Before loadin...

Page 5: ...manufacturer gives written assurance on the package that their product can be safely used in your dryer Service or performance problems caused by the use of these products are the responsibility of t...

Page 6: ...tton to select the proper heat for your load I Should be used with cvcles indicated 4 Drying Selections Cottons High Heat I I I Perm Press Medium Heat I Knits Delicates Low Heat I I Fluff No Heat Time...

Page 7: ...revent Permanent press and polyester dewrinkled should tumble freely wrinkling remove clothes from knit garments look best if placed the dryer promptly at the end of on hangers after drying the drying...

Page 8: ...ol Cotton Electric Synthetic See below under Extra large Items Cottons High Timed Cycles Cottons High For first setting set at 20 minutes for second setting set at 15 minutes Curtains Slipcovers Drape...

Page 9: ...t dryer Tumble dry 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 drye...

Page 10: ...i i la construction together whenever possible Sort by Color Separate Whites o m from m nm n m Lights m from Darks u from Non a m m Colodast Sort by Weight Separate For information on tumble drying ex...

Page 11: ...with the dryer is not covered by your warranty Dryer Drum Dryer Exhaust Dryer Storage The porcelain enamel drum Inspect and clean the dryer To store your dryer for a short is rust resistant and requir...

Page 12: ...g section Q Improper ducting Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with the Installation Instructions Obstruction in exhaust ducting Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction make sure damp...

Page 13: ...ryer 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 tumbling Improper loads Avo...

Page 14: ...tiles may remain which cannot be removed NOTE If YOU follow good laundry procedures md Pe ment Hess clothes still come out wri led the finish may not be good quality Also in permanent press synthetic...

Page 15: ...ir ow appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts system pro vides access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted VISA Ma...

Page 16: ...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 servi...

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