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THE PROBLEM SOLVER

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PROBLEM

 POSSIBLE CAUSE

SHRINKAGE, KNITS

WRINKLING IN
PERMANENT PRESS
AND “NO-IRON” ITEMS

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Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that 

have been improperly

stretched and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may

be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle.

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Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some

fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering. Maybe noticed in older garments
that have been laundered many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for
Relaxation Shrinkage above.

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Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have

been heat-shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the
temperatures used to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected,
but it can be prevented by washing in cold or warm water; drying on low heat.

Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove clothes promptly and
hang them immediately.

Too many items in dryer. 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. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work
clothes, with lighter Permanent Press items, such as shirts or blouses. do not
wash or dry Permanent Press with regular laundry.

Too many clothes in washer. Items must have room to move freely.
Permanent Press loads should always be smaller than regular loads . . .
no more than medium loads.

Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press wash cycle
which provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also, use Permanent
Press drying cycle.

Incorrect water level. Use large water level for medium load; medium level
or half full for small load.

Washing repeatedly in too hot water. Wash in cool or warm water with
plenty of detergent.

Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents. If you must
use a non-phosphate detergent, avoid the use of a high-carbonate detergent.

Failure to use fabric softener. 

 use of fabric softener will

minimize wrinkling.

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Страница 1: ...rating the Dryer 6 Permanent Press Drying Tips 6 12 13 Sorting Clothes 6 7 Care and Cleaning Dryer Exhaust 10 Drum 10 Exterior 10 Lint Filter 10 Storing the Dryer 10 User Maintenance Instructions 10 Problem Solver l 1 13 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Consumer Services l 5 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Service 2 Warranty Back Cover Models DDE5900R DDG5980R GE Appliances ...

Страница 2: ...mize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other bmediately call your gas supplier from a flammable vapors and liquids in the neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s vicinity of this or any other appliance imtructions WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS If you cannot reach your gas supplier Do not try to light any app...

Страница 3: ...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 being blown into the room Carefully follow the Exhausting Details in the Installation Instructions Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recomm...

Страница 4: ... should be cleaned periodically by a qualified individual To Minimize the Possibility of Injury Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes wait until the drum has completely stopped Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer Skin irritation could result from the remaining glass particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent dryer...

Страница 5: ...r those products or try a dryer added product for which the 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 the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under the warranty of this appliance SAVE T SE STRUCTIONS Sort clothes by weight so yo...

Страница 6: ...he controls for the lighter weight fabrics and remove when dry Reset controls for the remaining heavier fabrics Set the Controls See the Controls Setting Guide O Drying Selections Select the proper heat for your load Cycle Selector Start Button Turn the Cycle Selector to Pres the Push to Start the desired cycle setting The buttcn to start the dryer selector may be turned in Opening the door during...

Страница 7: ...ng to reduce lint collection we recommend that you wash fabrics of similar construction together whenever possible Sort by Color Sort by Weight Separate For information on tumble drying extra large items and different fabrics and loads see the Controls Setting Guide HOW TO LOAD THE CLOTHES Don t overload your dryer Crowded loads don t dry efficiently and clothes may be unnecessarily wrinkled Loads...

Страница 8: ...c Synthetic See below under Extra large Items Perm Press Normal Perm Press Knits Delicate setting Regular Cycle 20 to 25 minutes For first setting set at 20 minutes for second setting set at 15 minutes Curtains Slipcovers Draperies DO NOT MACHINE DRY FIBERGLASS Normal Regular Cycle First setting 20 minutes additional settings 5 minutes Regular Cycle Regular Cycle Chenille Bedspreads Robes See belo...

Страница 9: ...estart drver Tumble dry on 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 SpC cI prc c uf j must bc taken to dry extra large items Set dt er fi r 20 minufe s then check arefi Set 15 minutes for second setting check again and 5 rninutcs for each additional setting Make sure...

Страница 10: ...ally Damage to your dryer such products are sprayed on or caused by pretreatment products have direct contact 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 is rust resistant and requires exhaust ducting at least once a year short period of time disconnect no special care the powe...

Страница 11: ...ing 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 damper in outside wall cap operates easily If flexible ducting is used be sure it is not kinked and is properly installed according to the Installation Instructions Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers Check household fuses or...

Страница 12: ...immediately Too many items in dryer 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 Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work clothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses do not wash or dry Permanent Press with regul...

Страница 13: ...s may remain which cannot be removed NOTE If you follow good laundry procedures and Permanent Press clothes still come out wrinkled the finish may not be good quality Also in permanent press synthetic cotton blends the cotton portion of the fabric can eventuality wear away leaving only the synthetic Since its the cotton portion which is treated for Permanent Press a loss or decrease of Permanent P...

Страница 14: ...NOTES 14 ...

Страница 15: ...er your warranty expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substitiat discount Witi a multiple year contract you re assured of fiture service at today s prices Telecommunication Device for the Deaf Pam andAcce orjes 800 626 2002 Individu qudfied to service their o appliances can have needed par s or accessories sent directly to their home The GE p...

Страница 16: ...ve 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 service Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical exhausting and other connecting facilities Replacement...

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