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About 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 load
has become warm. They may cause fabric
softener stains. Bounce
Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all
GE Dryers when used in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Fabric Care Labels
Below are fabric care label "symbols" that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
WASH LABELS
Machine
wash
cycle
Normal
Water
temperature
BLEACH LABELS
Bleach
symbols
Any bleach
(when needed)
Care and Cleaning of the Dryer
The Exterior:
compounds with a damp cloth.
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:
Remove by pulling straight up
across the filter
lint filter from using dryer added fabric softener
sheets.
To remove this buildup, wash the lint screen in
warm, soapy water
Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in
place.
Vacuum the lint from the dryer lint filter area if you
notice a change in dryer performance.
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Fabric Conditioner
®
Permanent Press/
Gentle/
/
Do not wash
Hand wash
wrinkle resistant
delicate
e
Hot
Warm
m
Cold/cool
(50C/120F)
(40C/105F)
(30C/85F)
)
Only non-chlorine bleach
Do not bleach
(when needed)
Wipe or dust any spills or washing
Dryer control
Clean the lint filter before each use
. Run your fingers
. A waxy buildup may form on the
. Dry thoroughly and replace
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.
DRY LABELS
Tumble
dry
Dry
Dr
Do not wring
g
Heat
setting
High
Special
instructions
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:
1
Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting
the plug from the wall socket.
2
Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
3
Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment
and reconnect the duct.
The Exhaust Hood: Check from 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
.
.
Normal
Permanent Press/
Gentle/
Do not tumble
wrinkle resistant
delicate
dry
Medium
Low
No heat/air
Dry flat
t
Line dry/
Drip dry
y
In the shade
hang to dry
y
Do not dry
(used with
do not wash)
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