Features; Loading And Using The Dryer - GE GTD42GASJ0W Owner's Manual

About the dryer features.
Drum Lump (on some models)
Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug
the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the
household distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker.
Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum.
Removethe bulb and replace with the same size bulb.
Drying Rack (on some models)
A handy drying rack may be used for drying delicate
items such as washable sweaters.
Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack extends
into the dryer drum.
NOTE:
[] The drying rack must be used with the Time Dry
cycle.
[] Do not use this drying rack when there
are other clothes in the dryer.
Stainless Steel Drum
(on some models)
The stainless steel used to make the dryer drum
provides the highest reliability available in a GEdryer.
Loading and using the dryer.
Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
Sorting and Loading Hints
As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the
washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer.
Do not add fabric softener sheets once the loud has
become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains.
Bounce®Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been
approved for use in all GE Dryerswhen used in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
If the dryer drum should be scratched or dented
during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode.
These surface blemishes will not affect the function or
durability of the drum.
Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes
wrinkling.
Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items,
woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with
plastic trim and foam-filled items.
Care and Cleaning of the Dryer
The E_erion Wipe or dust any spills or washing
compounds with a dump cloth. Dryer control
panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry
pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Apply
these products away from the dryer. The fabric may
then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your
dryer caused by these products is not covered by
your warranty.
The Lint Filter'.Clean the lint filter before each
use. Moisten your fingers and reach into the filter
opening. Runyour fingers acrossthe filter. Have a
qualifiedtechnician vacuum the lint from the dryer
once a year.
Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel 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.
Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of the
appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned once
a year by qualified service personnel.
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 socket.
-2-]Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
[_ Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and
reconnect the duct.
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The Exhaust Hood: Checkfrom the outside that the
flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make
sure that there is not wildlife (birds,insects,etc.)nesting
inside the duct or hood.