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Gas and Electric Clothes Dryers

Gas and Electric Clothes Dryers (SP)

Gas and Electric Clothes Dryers (FR)

User Manual

Guide de l’Utilisateur

Manual del Usuario

GDE480BW/GDG480BW

Summary of Contents for GDE480BW

Page 1: ...Gas and Electric Clothes Dryers Gas and Electric Clothes Dryers SP Gas and Electric Clothes Dryers FR User Manual Guide de l Utilisateur Manual del Usuario GDE480BW GDG480BW ...

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Page 3: ...llation 19 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 20 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 22 Step 1 Prepare and Sort Laundry 22 Step 2 Clean the Lint Screen 22 Step 3 Load the Dryer 23 Step 4 Start the Dryer 23 CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE 24 Cleaning and Maintenance 24 Vacationing Precautions 25 Moving or Storage Preparation 25 TROUBLESHOOTING 26 LIMITED WARRANTY 28 RECORD KEEPING Thank you for purchasing this Haier product Th...

Page 4: ...1 Read all of the instructions before using this appliance This appliance must be properly installed and located in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual Do not use the dryer for commercial clothes drying GAS DRYER PRECAUTIONS WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be fo...

Page 5: ...liance remove the door or lid so that children cannot hide or get trapped inside your old appliance The dryer must be installed by a qualified appliance technician Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to water and or to the weather The appliance must be properly grounded to conform with all electrical codes and ordinances See Electrical Requirements section Do not instal...

Page 6: ... been removed Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving Do not tamper with the controls Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturers of the fabric softener or product Do not use heat to dry items containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials Clean lint screen before or after each load The interior of the applia...

Page 7: ...20 volt 60 Hz Strain Relief Mounting Bracket Canadian electric model has a 240 volt 60 Hz power cord attached Terminal Block Access Cover Access Panel Exhaust Outlet Louvered Ventilation Panel Gas Inlet Pipe Control Panel Door Safety Switch Lint Screen Dryer Door Leveling Feet Dryer Cabinet ...

Page 8: ...2 Adjustable Wrenches ADDITIONAL PARTS REQUIRED 4 10 2 cm Rigid or Flexible Metal Exhaust Ducting Vent Clamps Duct Tape Power Cord US Electric Dryer Only A power supply cord kit must be purchased to meet local electrical codes The dryer must use a 3 or 4 wire NEMA 14 30 or 10 30 type SRDT or ST as required power supply cord rated at 120 240 volt AC minimum 30 amp with 3 open end spade lug connecto...

Page 9: ... with maximum slope of 1 2 5 cm under entire dryer A suitable location is protected from direct sunlight and heat sources such as radiators baseboard heaters or cooking appliances Do not install on carpeting The location must have the appropriate electrical and gas supply outlets See Electrical Gas Supply Requirements section for details Do not install the dryer in an area where the dryer will com...

Page 10: ... the door The airflow must not be obstructed in any way No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet as the gas dryer ELECTRICAL GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS ELECTRIC DRYER U S ONLY WARNING The dryer must be connected to a properly grounded 3 or 4 wire single phase 120 240 volt or 120 208 volt 60Hz AC only electrical supply on a separate 30 amp circuit fused with 30 amp time de...

Page 11: ...tacle The electrical outlet should be located so that the power cord is accessible when the dryer is in the installed position ELECTRIC DRYER CANADA ONLY WARNING The dryer must be connected to a properly grounded 4 wire single phase 120 240 volt 60Hz AC only electrical supply on a separate 30 amp circuit fused with 30 amp time delay fuses or circuit breakers Use separately fused circuits for washe...

Page 12: ...ord The power cord must be plugged into a mating 3 prong outlet grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances If a mating outlet is not available contacted a licensed electrician to have one installed If you are not sure if your outlet is properly grounded contact a licensed electrician Do not use a 3 prong plug adapter Do not use an extension cord GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS NOTE The gas ser...

Page 13: ...nate with a NPT flare adapter fitting NPT Gas Supply Line Gas Shut Oﬀ Valve NPT Minimum Plugged Tapping NPT Flare Adapter Fitting B C D A EXHAUST SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS WARNING This section describes the requirements for a safe and eﬃcient exhaust system Failure to follow these instructions can result in poor dryer performance damage to the dryer and a ﬁre hazard DUCTING If your current exhaust syste...

Page 14: ...the dryer Use clamps or duct tape to connect and seal all joints Do not connect with screws or other fasteners that extend into the interior of the duct as they will create a collection point for lint Clamp Avoid running the exhaust system through an unheated area as this will cause condensation to form inside the duct and accelerate the rate of lint accumulation Avoid running the exhaust system v...

Page 15: ...r any other obstruction MOBILE HOME ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS The installation must conform to current Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 or the Canadian Manufactured Home Standard CAN CSA Z240 MH Special provisions must be made for outside makeup air The opening should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust outlet If the dryer is exhausted through the...

Page 16: ... and all adhesive tape holding the dryer accessories inside and outside 2 Inspect and remove any remains of packing tape or printed materials before using the dryer WARNING To avoid danger of suﬀocation keep plastic bag and other packing material away from babies and children Do not use this bag in cribs carriages and playpens The plastic bag could block nose and mouth and prevent breathing This b...

Page 17: ...cord connection 4 wire recommended if your home has a 4 wire receptacle NEMA 14 30 type SRDT or ST 3 wire if 4 wire is not available if your home has a 3 wire receptacle NEMA 10 30 type SRDT CAUTION A 4 wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3 wire connections 5 Tighten strain relief screws 6 Be sure that none of the wires are touching the dryer...

Page 18: ...CORD A B C E F D Green Ground Screw Terminal Block Screw Outer Power Cord Wires Power Cord Center Neutral Power Cord Wire Green Neutral Ground Wire From the Dryer Harness B1 Attach the center neutral power cord wire to the center terminal block screw Tighten the screw securely B2 Attach each of the remaining 2 power cord wires to one of the outer terminal block screws Either wire can be attached t...

Page 19: ... to the gas inlet pipe on the dryer Then connect a flare adapter to the elbow IMPORTANT Use a pipe wrench to keep the dryer gas inlet pipe from twisting Gas Inlet Pipe on the Dryer NPT Elbow NPT Flare Adapter A B C 5 Connect the dryer to the gas supply line with a flexible gas connector Flexible Gas Connector A 6 Tighten the flexible gas connector using two adjustable wrenches 7 Turn the gas suppl...

Page 20: ... connect the dryer exhaust outlet to the exhaust system 3 Use clamps to seal and secure all joints Exhaust ducting must not be connected with screws or other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the duct NOTES Do not use plastic or metal foil flexible ducting Excessive lint can build up inside the ductwork restrict airflow and create a fire hazard Restricted air flow will increase d...

Page 21: ...utlet 2 Resume power to the outlet Check to make sure the circuit breaker is switched on 3 Dispose of recycle all packaging materials 4 Make sure the dryer area is clean and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors Also see that nothing such as boxes clothing etc obstructs the flow of combustion and ventilation air through the louvered panel located on the rear of the dr...

Page 22: ...ress synthetics casual clothes Delicate Use this cycle to dry small loads and delicate fabrics Timed Dry 30 60 90 or 120 minute cycles START PAUSE BUTTON e l c y c g n i t a r e p o n a e s u a p o t r o e l c y c d e t c e l e s a t r a t s o t n o t t u b s i h t s s e r P NOTE After starting the dryer you must pause an operating cycle to change the Temp setting CYCLE PROGRESS INDICATORS s i r e...

Page 23: ...tings are not available for all cycles The shaded boxes indicate the default settings for each cycle CYCLE FABRIC TYPE DRY PROCESS TEMPERATURE Automatic Heavy Duty Heavily soiled durable colorfast fabrics Drying Cool Down Wrinkle Saver High n a Automatic Normal Cottons linens and mixed garments Drying Cool Down Wrinkle Saver Normal n a Automatic Delicate Lingerie sheer fabrics with lace trim Dryin...

Page 24: ...d ensure easy removal small articles should be collected in a mesh bag before loading Separate fabrics that attract lint from fabrics that give oﬀ lint Clothes prone to linting should be turned inside out before being put into the dryer STEP 2 CLEAN THE LINT SCREEN 1 Clean the lint screen before each use The filter can be removed by pulling on the handle of the lint screen located inside the dryer...

Page 25: ... time along with a few small and medium sized garments For delicate clothes or small loads adding a couple towels will help to ensure that garments are tumbled This will produce even drying and reduce wrinkles STEP 4 START THE DRYER 1 Turn the dryer on by rotating the CYCLE SELECTION KNOB 2 Select a dry cycle 3 Modify the default settings and options if desired 4 Press the START PAUSE BUTTON on th...

Page 26: ...e or discolor the dryer Do not use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning the dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electric shock could occur If dryer drum becomes stained clean the drum with a damp cloth Remove any residue before drying next load CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen This buildup can cause longer drying times or cause...

Page 27: ...or disconnect the power Clean lint screen See the Cleaning the Lint Screen section For gas dryers only Close shutoﬀ valve in gas supply line MOVING OR STORAGE PREPARATION In addition to performing the steps in Vacationing Precautions complete the following additional steps Disconnect the dryer from the exhaust system Turn the leveling feet so that they are fully retracted into the dryer cabinet Us...

Page 28: ...if the fuse needs to be replaced Check that the Cycle Select knob is in the Oﬀ position Press the Start Pause button again Check that the dryer door is firmly shut CLOTHES ARE NOT DRYING Dryer may be overloaded Wet clothes should not fill more than of the drum volume Check the exhaust ducting and exhaust hood The entire exhaust system should be free of obstructions The exhaust system should be mai...

Page 29: ...unds section Static Caused by over drying Adjust for shorter drying time and use a fabric softener or a dryer sheet Loads are wrinkled The load may have been left in the dryer too long at the end of the cycle Be sure to remove clothes promptly after the load ends Dryer may be overloaded The dryer drum should be at most half full Odors Wet clothes left in the washer and or dryer may develop an odor...

Page 30: ... 10018 LIMITED WARRANTY IN HOME SERVICE FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For 12 months from the date of original retail purchase Haier will repair or replace any part free of charge including labor that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship LIMITED WARRANTY After one year from the original retail purchase date Haier will provide a part at no cost as indicated below to replace said part as a resu...

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