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Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

Clothes take too long

Improper sorting

Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, 

to dry

a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).

Large loads of heavy fabrics  

Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take 

(like beach towels)

longer to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into smaller 
loads to speed drying time.

Controls improperly set

Match control settings to the load you are drying.

Lint filter is full

Clean lint filter before every load.

Improper or obstructed 

Check installation instructions for proper 

ducting

ducting/venting.

Make sure 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 dryer 
at a time.

Underloading

If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items
to ensure proper tumbling.

Clothes are wrinkled

Overdrying

Select a shorter drying time.

Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of 
moisture. Select a 

LESS DRY

or 

DAMP DRY

setting.

Letting items sit in dryer 

Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang

after cycle ends

immediately.

Overloading

Separate large loads into smaller ones.

Clothes shrink

Some fabrics will naturally shrink 

To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly.

when washed. Others can be 
safely washed, but will shrink

Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying.

in the dryer

If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular
item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it.

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Consumer Support

Tr

oubleshooting T

ips

12

Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips

Содержание DBB5500

Страница 1: ...Instructions Control Panel 5 Control Settings 6 Loading and Using the Dryer 9 Reversing the Door 8 Venting the Dryer 10 Troubleshooting Tips 11 12 Consumer Support Product Registration 13 14 Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 15 www GEAppliances com Write the model and serial numbers here Model ________________ Serial __________________ You can find them on a label on the front of the dryer behi...

Страница 2: ...ur building Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions carefully If you cannot reach 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 ca...

Страница 3: ...y article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or that contains flammable materials such as cleaning cloths mops towels used in beauty salons restaurants or barber shops etc must not be placed in or near the dryer until solvents or flammable materials have been removed There are many highly flammable items used in homes such as acetone denatured alcohol gasoline kerosene some household cleane...

Страница 4: ...n inside the dryer should be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician See the Loading and Using the Dryer section If yours is a gas dryer it is equipped with an automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot light DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH Burns may result from having your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on You may wish to soften...

Страница 5: ...bel on the front of the dryer behind the door Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Models DS4500 DBSR453 DBXR463 and DCXR463 Model DX2300 3 Model DX4500 Models DCSR483 DJXR433 DRSR483 DWSR483 DWXR483 and DBB5500 Models EED4500 and EGD4500 Optional features on some models About the dryer control panel www GEAppliances com Optional features on some models 2 3 2 1 2...

Страница 6: ...ector at the desired drying time DAMP DRY For leaving items partially damp DEWRINKLE For removing wrinkles from items that are clean and dry or that are very lightly damp QUICK FLUFF For freshening or fluffing up already dry clothing fabrics linens and pillows Use with FLUFF NO HEAT Provides 10 minutes of no heat tumbling Start Close the dryer door Select START Opening the door during operation wi...

Страница 7: ... you selected the WRINKLE CARE option the signal will sound at the end of the drying time and will sound several times during the WRINKLE CARE cycle This will remind you that it is time to remove the clothes NOTE Remove garments promptly at the sound of the signal Place clothes on hangers so wrinkles won t set in Use the Cycle Signal especially when drying fabrics like polyester knits and permanen...

Страница 8: ...h one hand holding the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom remove the door from the dryer by lifting it UP and OUT Rotate the door 180 Insert it on the opposite side of the opening by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws inserted in step 1 Remove the remaining screws from the side of the opening from which the door was...

Страница 9: ...teel surfaces use a damp cloth with a mild non abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces Remove the cleaner residue and then dry with a clean cloth The Exhaust Duct Inspect and clean the 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 ...

Страница 10: ...e only rigid metal or flexible metal 4 diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork Use the shortest length possible Do not crush or collapse Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects Venting must conform to local building codes Venting the Dryer Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 10 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubl...

Страница 11: ...e dryer Clothes were not Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the completely clean clothes are wet appear after drying Use proper washing procedures before drying Lint on clothes Lint filter is full Clean lint screen before each load Improper sorting Sort lint producers like chenille from lint collectors like corduroy Static electricity can attract lint See suggestions in this section under ...

Страница 12: ...rs 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 dryer at a time Underloading If you are drying only one or two items add a few items to ensure proper tumbling Clothes are wrinkled Overdrying Select a shorter drying time Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture Select...

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Страница 14: ...umber 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 service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual caref...

Страница 15: ...ry This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and 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 fr...

Страница 16: ...learn about 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 ho...

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