Warranty ....23 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # ______________ Serial # ______________ They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 500A409P001 175D1807P406 49-90143-1 09-02 JR Owner’s Manual DPSB620 DPSB650...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting www.GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). I Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! YOUR LAUNDRY AREA I Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals, and other flammable vapors and liquids. I Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.) I Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. I The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician.
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Quick Start Guide for Model DPSB620. You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the dryer, behind the door. Clean the lint filter. IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer. Add clothes. Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling.
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Easy Touch Selections for Model DPSB620. Your new dryer offers the convenience of starting your dryer loads with our E selection, and your LOAD SIZE, DRYNESS LEVEL and TEMP SETTING are automatically set. Then all you have to do is press START.
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Quick Start Guide for Model DPSB650. You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the dryer, behind the door. Clean the lint filter. IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer. Add clothes. Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling.
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Easy Touch Selections for Model DPSB650. Your new dryer offers the convenience of starting your dryer loads with our E selection, and your LOAD SIZE, DRYNESS LEVEL and TEMP SETTING are automatically set. Then all you have to do is press START.
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About drying cycles. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. SPEED DRY For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sport or school uniforms. Can also be used if the previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands. DEWRINKLE Use this feature to remove wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp.
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About dryness levels. MORE DRY Use for heavy-duty fabrics. Use for a normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle for energy saving. LESS DRY Use for lighter fabrics. DAMP For leaving items partially damp. About heat settings. HIGH For regular to heavy cottons.
About controls features. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. START I After you have selected a new cycle, press once to start the cycle. I Press twice to select the last cycle used and start the dryer. I If the dryer is running, press once to interrupt the cycle;...
About cycle options. NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models. SIGNAL Alerts you that the cycle is complete. The beeper will continue to sound every two minutes for the next 6 minutes, until the clothes are removed. The clothes should (Appearance and be removed when the beeper goes off so wrinkles won’t set in.
About cycle status. The cycle status indicator lights (on some models) show what part of the cycle the dryer is in and remind you to clean the lint filter. On models without indicator lights, the cycle status will show in the display. SENSING This light comes on when an E TIMED DRY...
(on some models) The stainless steel used to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE dryer. If the dryer drum should be scratched or dented during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode. These...
About reversing the door. Reversing the Door Tools needed: I Standard #2 I Tape-tipped Phillips screwdriver putty knife Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the hinges. With the door completely open, remove the bottom screw from each hinge on the dryer face.
Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been ® approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Permanent Press/ Gentle/ Do not wash...
Loading and using the dryer. Always follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering. Care and Cleaning of the Dryer The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products.
Venting the dryer. For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. I Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4″...
Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. OPERATION Possible Causes Control pads not Controls accidentally put in responding service mode Dryer doesn’t start Control panel is “asleep”...
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Before you call for service… OPERATION Possible Causes Clothes are still wet The door was opened mid-cycle. and dryer shut off The load was then removed from after a short time the dryer and a new load put in without selecting a new cycle Small load Load was already dry except for collars and waistbands...
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• Try a fabric softener. • Bounce ® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. • Try a fabric softener. • Adjust setting to LESS DRY or DAMP.
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Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs original purchase to replace the defective part.
Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for...