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Summary of Contents for DLB2880D

Page 1: ...Knits Drying Tips 5 7 11 Light Bulb Replacement 13 Lint Filter 5 9 13 Loading 5 9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating the Dryer 5 Perm Press Drying Tips 5 7 11 12 Press Guard Feature 5 Problem Solver 10 12 Safetv Instructions 3 4 Sorting 5 8 Storing Dryer 13 Timed Drying 5 User Maintenance Instructions 13 Warranty Back Cover GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Use and Care of models DLB2880D DLL2880D I...

Page 2: ...ning your dryer FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas 1 Open windows 2 Don t touch electrical switches 3 Efiinguish any open flame 4 Immediately call your gas supplier Don t turn electric switches on or off because sparks may ignite the gas FOR YOUR SA TY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance To obtain service see the Consumer ...

Page 3: ...tress 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 user repair instructions that you undersbnd and have the skills to carry out To minimize the possibtiity of a fire hmrd Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber plastic or sim ar materials such as padded bras tennis shoes galoshes bath...

Page 4: ...or those producta or of electric shock unplug this try a dryer added product for power supply which the manufacturer gives m attempting my maintenance wtitten assurance on the package leaning except the rem md that their product can be safely din your dryer DD Service or pefiormance problems Jubluvzl Uwa IYWL L iance from caused by the use of these products v J w we power supply are the responsibi...

Page 5: ...clothes To stop signal while sounding turn Signal control to OFF or advance Cycle Selector to OFF 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 wrinUes The signal should also be used with the P S GUARD feature Turn Cycle Selector to desired cycle setting The selector may be turned ...

Page 6: ... Wool Part Wool Cotton Electric Synthetic See below under Extra large Items Curtains Slipcovers Draperies DO NOT MACHINE DRY FIBERGLASS Chenille Bedspreads Robes See below under Extra large Items Knits Delicates Low Knits Cottons High TIMED CLE Set at 20 to 25 minutes Cottons High TIMED CLE For first setting set at 20 minutes for second setting set at 15 minutes First setting 20 minutes additional...

Page 7: ...restart dryer Tumble 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 forextra large items Set dryer for 20nrinutes then check carefilly Set 15 minutes for second setting check again and 5 minutes for each additional setting Make sur...

Page 8: ...lveteen and corduroy attract lint and must be dried separately Sort by fabric Separate m Cottons Linens L from from bPermanent Press from In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be dried together whenever possible Sort by color Separate from from 1 Darks from m Non Colorfast Sort by we t m Separate Hea Items such as towels from For in...

Page 9: ...ion on lint filter see page 13 Sort clothes by weight so you won t To help prevent ironing use Perrn Clean dryer lint filter each time have to run an extra cvcle for one or Press Medium or Knits Delicates YOU dry two heavier slower d ing items Low Removegarments promptly l tierefiustdu atl t See page 8 at end of drying cycle and place on hangers once a year A partially clogged c Do not overload dr...

Page 10: ...Instructions Obstruction in exhaust ducting Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction make sure damper in outside wdl cap operates easily If flexible ducting is used be sure it is not MM and is properly instiled according to Installation kstructions Make sure that the louvers on the back of the dryer are at least 3 from the wall See page 13 Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers Check ho...

Page 11: ...othes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove clothes promptiy and hang PERMANENT PRESS them immediately AND NO IRON ITEMS Too many items in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads m f items in dryer If drying only one article add or more similar articles wen ifd to insure proper tumbling hproperloads Avoid laundering h Permanent Press items such as work clothes with lighter Per...

Page 12: ...election If unsuccessful retumble on high heat for 1 minutes and hang immediately Iron carefully c Send to dry cleaners for pressing Some wrin es may remain which cannot be removal N E If you follow goti laundry procedures and Permanent Press clothes sti come out wrin ed the finish may not be good quality Also impermanent press syntietic cotton blends the cotton portion of the fabric can eventurdl...

Page 13: ... 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 remo...

Page 14: ...Notis 14 ...

Page 15: ...otpoint product warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a subs ntid discount With a multiple year con tract you re assured of future service at today s prices Telecommunication Dtice for the Ded Pafls andAccessories 800 626 2002 Individu qutiled to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directiy to their home...

Page 16: ...ch 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 CenteP 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providin...

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