Operating; Loadingand Usingthe Dryer - GE DBL333 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Loadingand usingthe dryer.
Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
SortingandLoadingHints
As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer.
Do not add fabric softenersheetsoncethe load hasbecomewarm. Theymaycausefabric softenerstains. Bounce _ Fabric
Conditioner DryerSheetshavebeenapprovedfor usein a// GEDryerswhenusedin accordancewith the manufacturer's
instructions.
Do not overload. Thiswastesenergyand causeswrinkling.
Do not dry the following items:fiberglassitems, woolens,rubber-coated items,plastics, itemswith plastic trim and
foam-filleditems.
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Care and Cleaningof the Dryer
The Exterior:Wipe or dust any spills or washing
compounds with a damp cloth. D_Ter control
panel and finishes may be damaged by some
laun& T pretreatment soil and stain remover
products. Apply these products away from the
duer. The fabric may then be washed and dried
normally. Damage to your dlTer caused by these
products is not covered by your warranty.
The ExhaustDuct:Inspect and clean the exhaust
ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging.
A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the
dtTing time.
Follow these steps:
Z] Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting
the plug fl'om the wall socket.
The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter beibre each
use. Remove by pulling straight up. Run your
fingers across the filter. A waxy build-up may form
on the lint filter from using due>added fabric
softener sheets. To remove this buil&up, wash the
lint screen in warm, soapy water. DU thoroughly
and replace. Do not operate the dtTer without the
lint filter in place.
Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint
fi'om the dtTer once a year.
[2--]Disconnect the duct from the d_Ter.
[-_ Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment
and reconnect the duct.
TheExhaustHood:Check with a mirror that the
inside flaps of the hood move freely when
operating. Make sure that there is not wildlife
(birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or
hood.
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