The Controls on Your Dryer Helpful Information Specialized Fabric Guide Loading Suggestions Care of Product If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Venting the Dryer GE Service Numbers Warranty, Back Cover GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 GE Appliances Models: DVLR223ET DVLR223GT Dryer Owner’s Manual...
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Need Help? Help us help you 800.626.2000 Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
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Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize 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 flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of...
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Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dryer, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE ® Answer Center , 800.626.2000. with all governing codes and ordinances.
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• Exhaust Duct—See Installation Instructions. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4 diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside. USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE. PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COL- LAPSES OR BECOMES OTHER- WISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.
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Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using • Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room. DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE. • Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free from the accumulation...
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• Do not tamper with the controls. • Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. • Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
Operating Instructions START controls on your dryer Clean the Lint Filter Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer. CAUTION: Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place. START Selecting Drying Cycle Select the automatic or timed cycle. See the above Cycle Descriptions.
Cycle Descriptions Automatic Drying Cycle Cycle automatically senses fabric dryness Automatic Cottons For cottons and most linens. For most loads select the Preferred Regular Setting marked with an towards More Dry for heavier and wetter fabrics, Less Dry for lighter fabrics. AUTOMATIC COTTONS HIGH HEAT...
Helpful Information Specialty Care Guide Always follow Fabric Manufacturer’s Care Label or instructions when laundering. Otherwise use the information below as a general guide. Item Pillows Extra Large Items (Includes comforters, blankets and mattress pads.) Suggested Care Mend any holes or weak seams where feather or filling could escape.
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Loading Sorting As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer. Sort by color (Separate colorfast from non-colorfast fabrics*) • • • Separate by fabric type • • • • Loading Hints •...
Helpful Information Care & Cleaning The Interior The drum is rust-resistant and requires no special care. The Exterior Wipe off any spills or washing compounds. Wipe or dust with a damp cloth. Try not to strike the surface with sharp objects. Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover...
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The Exhaust Duct The Exhaust Hood Check the inside of the exhaust hood with a mirror to rid of debris Inspect and clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time.
If Something Goes Wrong Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes Dryer doesn’t start Dryer doesn’t heat Dryer shakes or makes excessive noise Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener Drying dirty items with clean ones Clothes were not completely clean Lint on clothes Dryer is unplugged...
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Problem Static occurs Clothes take too long to dry Possible Causes Overdrying No fabric softener was used Synthetics, permanent press and blends can cause static Improper sorting Large loads of heavy items (like beach towels) Controls improperly set Lint filter is full Improper or obstructed ducting Blown fuses or tripped...
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If Something Goes Wrong Problem Possible Causes Clothes are wrinkled Overdrying Letting items sit in dryer after cycle ends Clothes shrink Some fabrics will naturally shrink when washed. Others can be safely washed, but will shrink in the dryer. What to Do •...
Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance the dryer needs to be properly vented. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions. • • Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4 diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside.
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Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Part No. 175D1807P078 Pub. No. 49-9845 5-95 ® Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 Printed in Louisville, KY ************************************ This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for...