GE GTDP490GD8WS Owner's manual

Category
Washer dryers
Type
Owner's manual
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Safety Instructions ........ 2-4
Operating Instructions
Control Panel ................. 5, 6
Control Settings .................. 7
Features ......................... 8
Loading and Using
the Dryer .................... 10-11
Reversing the Door ............... 9
Venting the Dryer ............... 11
Troubleshooting Tips... 12, 1Z
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .............. 16
Warranty ....................... 15
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Youcan find them on a label
on the front of the dryer behind the
door.
234D2238PO02 49-90505 IO-13 GE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
A 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.
m Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
m Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
[_ Do not try to light a match, or cigarette,
or turn on any gas or electrical [_
appliance.
_2_Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your building. [_
[] Clear the room, building or area of all
occupant.
Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions carefully.
Ifyou cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act
Thisact requiresthe governor of California to publisha list of substances known to the state to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm and requiresbusinessesto warn customers of potential exposure to
such substances.
Gasappliancescan cause minor exposureto four of these substances,namely benzene,carbon monoxide,
formaldehyde and soot,caused primarily bythe incomplete combustion of natural gas or LPfuels.
Properlyadjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposureto these substancescan be minimized
further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
PROPERINSTALLATION
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 GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
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Properlyground dryer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Followdetails
in Installation Instructions.
[] Installor store where itwill not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather, which could cause permanent damage
and invalidate the warranty.
[] Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
[] Removeall sharp packing items and disposeof
all shipping materials properly.
[]
Removethe colored protective tape from the
control panel.
Exhaust/Ducting
rl1 All MUSTbe exhausted to the outside to
dryers
prevent large amounts of moisture and lintfrom
being blown into the room.
r2] use metal 4" diameter ductwork inside
only rigid
the dryer cabinet and useonly rigid metal 4"
diameter or ULapproved transition ducting
between the dryer and the home duct. USEOF
PLASTICOROTHERCOMBUSTIBLEDUCTWORK
CAN CAUSEA FIRE.PUNCTUREDDUCTWORK
CAN CAUSEA FIREIFIT COLLAPSESOR
BECOMESOTHERWISERESTRICTEDIN USEOR
DURINGINSTALLATION.
Forcomplete details,follow the Installation
Instructions.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
A WARNING!
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YOURLAUNDRY AREA
[] Keepthe area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials,
(lint,paper,rags, etc.),gasoline,chemicals and
other flammable vapors and liquids.
[]
Keepall laundry aids (suchas detergents,
bleaches,etc.)out of the reach of children,
preferably in a locked cabinet. Observeall
warnings on container labelsto avoid injury.
Keepthe floor around your appliances clean
and dryto reduce the possibilityof slipping.
Closesupervisionisnecessary if this appliance is
used byor near children. Donot allow children to
play on,with or insidethis or any other appliance.
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Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
Keepthe area around the exhaust opening
and adjacent surrounding areasfree from the
accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
Donot obstruct the flow of ventilating air. Do not
stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the
front or back of the dryer.
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER
Never reach into the dryer while the drum is
moving. Beforeloading, unloading or adding
clothes,wait until the drum has completely
stopped.
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The laundry process can reduce the flume
retardancy of fabrics.To avoid such a result,
carefully follow the garment manufacturer's
care instructions.
Cleanthe lint filter before each load to prevent lint
accumulation insidethe dryer or inthe room. DO
NOTOPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUTTHELINT
FILTERIN PLACE.
Donot wash or dry articlesthat have been
cleaned in,washed in,soaked in or spotted
with combustible or explosivesubstances (suchas
wax, oil, paint, gasoline,degreasers,dry-cleaning
solvents,kerosene,etc.).These substancesgive
off vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add
these substancesto the wash water. Donot use
or placethese substances around your washer
or dryer during operation.
Donot place items exposed to cooking oils in
your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils
may contribute to a chemical reaction that could
cause a clothes load to catch fire.
Any article on which you have useda cleaning
solvent or that contains flammable materials
(suchas cleaning cloths, mops,towels usedin
beauty salons,restaurants or barber shops,etc.)
must not be placed in or near the dryer until
solvents or flammable materials have been
removed.Thereare many highly flammable items
used in homes such asacetone, denatured alcohol,
gasoline,kerosene,some household cleaners,
some spot removers,turpentines, waxes, wax
removers and products containing petroleum
distillates.
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Donot dry articles containing rubber,plastic
or similar materials such aspadded bras,tennis
shoes,galoshes,bath mats, rugs, bibs,baby pants,
plastic bags, pillows,etc.that may melt or burn.
Somerubber materials, when heated, can under
certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous
combustion.
Donot store plastic, paper or clothing that may
burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation.
Garments labeled "DryAway from Heat"or "Do Not
TumbleDry' (suchas lifejackets containing Kapok)
must not be put in your dryer.
Donot dry fiberglass articlesin your dryer.
Skinirritation could result from the remaining
particlesthat may be picked up by clothing
during subsequent dryer uses.
To minimizethe possibility of electric shock, unplug
this appliance from the power supply or disconnect
the dryer at the household distribution panel by
removing the fuse or switching off the circuit
breaker before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning (exceptthe removal and cleaning of the
lintfilter).NOTE:Turning the CycleSelectorknob
to an off position or pressing PAUSEdoesNOT
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
A WARNING!
WHEN USINGYOURDRYER(cont.)
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[]
[]
Neverattempt to operate this appliance ifit is
damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,
or has missingor broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
Theinterior of the machine and the exhaust duct
connection insidethe dryer should be cleaned at
least once a year by a qualified technician. Seethe
Loadingand Usingthe Dryer section.
Ifyours isa gas dryer, it isequipped with an
automatic electric ignition and doesnot have
a pilot light. DONOTATTEMPTTOLIGHTWITH
A MATCH.Burnsmay resultfrom having your hand
in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic
ignition turns on.
You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics
or reducethe static electricity in them by using
a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static
conditioner. We recommend you use either a
fabric softener inthe wash cycle,according to
the manufacturer's instructions for those products,
or try a dryer-added product for which the
manufacturer giveswritten assurance on the
package that their product can be safely used
in your dryer. Serviceor performance problems
caused by useof these products are the
responsibility of the manufacturers of those
products and are not covered under the
warranty to this appliance.
Donot spray anytype of aerosol into, on,or near
dryer at anytime. Donot useany type of spray
cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous
fumes or electrical shock could occur.
WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER
[]
Graspthe plug firmly when disconnecting this
appliance to avoid damage to the cord while
pulling. Placethe cord away from traffic areas
so itwill not be stepped on,tripped over or
subjected to damage.
[] Beforediscarding a dryer, or removing itfrom
service,remove the dryer door to prevent children
from hiding inside.
[] Do not tamper with controls.
[]
Do not attempt to repair or replaceany part of
this appliance or attempt any servicing unless
specificallyrecommended in this Owner's Manual
or in publisheduser-repair instructionsthat you
understand and havethe skillsto carry out.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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About the dryer control panel. GEAppliances.com
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSbefore
operating this appliance.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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Time Dry
Start
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NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LPgasL size of load,
types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.
About the dryer control panel.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your mode!.
Signal
Medium
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Fabric Care Wrinkle Care o Permanent
._ Dry Press
Cottons _Dry _o_,
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NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LP gas),
size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.
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About the control settings.
IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.
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_ Fabric (Not all features all models)
Care/Temperature
are on
Cottons For regular to heavy cottons.
Reg. Heat
EasyCare Forsynthetics, blends,delicates and items labeled permanent press.
Ned. Heat
DELICATESOn some models.Fordelicates,synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low.
Low Heat
Air Fluff Forfluffing items without heat. Usethe Time Dry cycle.
No Heat
Automatic cycles automatically determine fabric dryness. Select Less Dry ifyou want your clothes slightly
damp at the end of the drying cycle. Select More Dry ifyou want them to feel drier.
Timed cycles run for a selected time.
B Drying Cycles (Not are on models)
all features all
For cottons and most linens. For most loads, select Optimum Dry (on some models).
For wrinkle-free, permanent press and delicate items, and knits.
Cottons
Permanent
Press/Casuals
Delicates
Time Dry
Dewnnkle
Quick Fluff
Fordelicate items, special-care fabrics and knits.
Setthe CycleSelectorat the desireddrying time.
Forremoving wrinkles from items that are clean and dry or that are very lightly damp.
Forfreshening or fluffing up already dry clothing, fabrics, linensand pillows. Usewith
Air FluffNo Heat. Provides10 minutes of no heat tumbling.
IEJ Start-Close the dryer door.SelectStart. Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer.
To restart the dryer, close the door and selectStart to complete the cycle.
Color Logic (onsome models)
Selectthe correct Fabric Caresetting.
Match the particular color below the words
with the same color on the CycleDial.
Example: Drying a load of clothing labeled
permanent press.
D Choosethe Fabric Curesetting-for
this load itwould be the Easy CureMad.
HEAT(which isa particular color).
r_ Turnthe CycleDialto the area that has
the same color asthe Fabric Caresetting
you have chosen-for this load it would be
the Easy Cure Automatic.
About the dryer features.
Wrinkle Care
Off On
Wrinkle Care Option (on some models)
Usethis option to minimize the wrinkles
in clothes. It provides approximately
15 minutes of no-heat tumbling after
the clothes are dry.
Thisoption can only be usedwith the Cottons
and Easy Care cycles.
Ifyou are usingthe CycleSignal knob
and you selectthe Wrinkle Careoption,
a signalwill sound at the end of the drying
time and several times during the Wrinkle
CAREcycle.Thiswill remind you that it istime
to remove the clothes.
If Wrinkle Care isnot on,the dryer
will stop once the timer reaches the
Wrinkle Caremark on the cycle dial.
Signal
Medium
C)
Cycle Signal Option (on some models)
Thissignalwill soundjust before the end
of the cycle to remind you to remove the
clothes. On some models,the signalsound
levelcannot be adjusted.
If you selected the Wrinkle Care option, the
signalwill sound at the end of the drying
time and will sound several times during the
Wrinkle Care cycle.Thiswill remind you that
it istime to remove the clothes.
NOTE:
[] Remove garments promptly at the sound
of the signal Place clothes on hangers so
wrinkles won't set in.
[] Use the Cycle Signal especially when
drying fabrics like polyester knits and
permanent press. These fabrics should
be removed so wrinkles won't set in.
Automatic Cycle Signal (onsome models)
At the end of each cycle,there is
approximately 15 minutes of no-heat
tumbling after the laundry isdry.
A reminder signal will sound periodically
during this time to remind you to remove
the laundry.
Drum Lamp (onsome 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. Reachabove dryer opening
from insidethe drum. Removethe bulb and
replace with the same sizebulb.
Drying Rack (on some models)
A handy drying rack may be usedfor drying
delicate items such aswashable sweaters.
Hook the rack over the lintfilter sothe rack
extends into the dryer drum.
NOTE:
[] Thedrying rack must be used with the
Time Dry cycle.
[] Do not use this drying rack when there
are other clothes in the dryer.
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Stainless Steel Drum (on some models)
Thestainlesssteel used to make the dryer
drum provides the highest reliability available
in a GEdryer. If the dryer drum should be
scratched or dented during normal use,
the drum will not rust or corrode. These
surface blemisheswill not affect the function
or durability of the drum.
About reversing the door. GEApUio.ces.com
Reversing the Door
Toolsneeded.
[] Standard #2 [] Tape-tipped
Phillipsscrewdriver 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. Insert these
screws about half way into the TOPholes,for each hinge,
on the opposite side(whereyou removed the filler plugs).
Applyfirm pressureto get the screwstarted in new holes.
[] Loosentop screw from each hinge on the dryer face half
way. With one hand holding the top of the door and the
other hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the
dryer by lifting it UPand OUT.
[_ Removethe blind plate from the hinge side of the dryer by
removing its two screws.Removethe strike plate from the
opposite side of the dryer by removing its two screws.
Reinstallthe plates,on the opposite sides,usingtwo screws
in each plate.
REMOVE 4 PLUGS AND KEEP
FOR INSERTION INTO
THE OPPOSITE SIDE
REMOVE BOTTOM SCREW FROM EACH HINGE
AND INSTALL HALF WAY INTO EACH TOP OF
oPPOSiTEH NGE '
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[_ Rotatethe door 180°. Insertit on the opposite side of the
opening by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top
hinge and the bottom hingeare resting on the top screws
inserted in step 1.
ROTATE DOOR 1800 AND HANG
IT ON TOP HINGE SCREWS
[_ Removethe remaining screws from the sideof the opening
from which the door was removed. With these screws,
secureeach hinge at the bottom. Tighten thetwo top screws
of each hinge. Reinsert the plastic plugs on the side from
which the door was removed.
_ INSTALLANDTIGHTENBOTTOM INSERT PLUGS
SCREWS OPPOSITE SIDE
Loading and using the dryer.
Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
Sorting and Loading Hints
Asa general rule,if clothes are sorted properly for the Do not overload. Thiswastes energy and causes
washer,they are sorted properly for the dryer, wrinkling.
Donot add fabric softener sheets oncethe load has
become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains.
Bounce®Fabric Conditioner DryerSheets have been
approved for use in all GEDryerswhen used in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items,
woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics,items with
plastictrim and foam-filled items.
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Careand Cleaningof the Dryer
TheExterion Wipe or dust any spillsor washing
compounds with a dump cloth. Dryer control
panel and finishes may be damaged bysome laundry
pretreatment soiland stain remover products. Apply
these products away from the dryer.Thefabric may
then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your
dryer caused by these products isnot covered by
your warranty.
TheLint Filten Cleanthe lint filter before each
use. Moistenyour fingers and reach into the filter
opening. Runyour fingers acrossthe filter.Havea
qualifiedtechnician vacuum the lintfrom the dryer
once a year.
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Stainless Steel:To clean stainless steel surfaces,
use a damp cloth with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Removethe
cleaner residue, and then dry with a clean cloth.
TheExhaust Duct: Inspectand cleanthe 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---]Disconnectthe duct from the dryer.
[_---1Vacuum the duct with the hoseattachment and
reconnect the duct.
TheExhaust Hood: Checkfrom the outside that the
flaps ofthe hood move freely when operating. Make
surethat there isnot wildlife (birds,insects,etc.)nesting
insidethe duct or hood.
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Venting the Dryer
Forthe best drying performance, the dryer needsto be properly vented. Thedryer will usemore energy
and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in
the Installation Instructions.
[] Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or ULlisted
flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside.
[] Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
[] Use the shortest length possible.
[] Do not crush or collapse.
[] Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
[] Venting must conform to local building codes.
Correct
Venting
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Incorrect
Venting
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Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dryer doesnt start Dryer is unplugged , Makesure the dryer plug is pushedcompletely into
the outlet.
Fuseis blown/circuit breaker , Checkthe housefuse/circuit breaker box and replace
is tripped fuse or reset breaker. NOTE:Mostelectric dryers use
2fuses/breakers.
Dryer doesnt heat Fuseis blown/circuit breaker is , Checkthe housefuse/circuit breaker box and replace
tripped; the dryer may tumble both fusesor reset both breakers.Your dryer may tumble
but not heat ifonly one fuse isblown or one breaker tripped.
Gasservice is off , Makesure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
fully open.
Dryer shakes or Someshaking/noise is normal. , Movedryer to an evenfloor space,or adjust leveling legs
makes noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even.
Greasyspats anclothes Improper use of fabric softener • Followdirections on fabric softener package.
Drying dirty items with , Useyour dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can
clean ones stain clean items and the dryer.
Clothes were not , Sometimes stains which cannot be seenwhen the
completely clean clothes are wet appear after drying. Useproper washing
procedures before drying.
Lint on clothes Lint filter isfull , Clean lint screen before each load.
Improper sorting , Sort lint producers (likechenille)from lint collectors
(likecorduroy).
Static electricity can attract lint • Seesuggestions inthis section under Static occurs.
Overloading • Separate large loadsinto smaller ones.
Paper, tissue, etc. left in pockets , Emptyall pockets before laundering clothes.
Static occurs Nofabric softener was used , Try a fabric softener.
, Bounce®FabricConditioner Dryer Sheetshave been
approved for usein all GEDryerswhen usedin
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Try a fabric softener.
Adjust setting to Less Dry or Damp Dry.
Try a fabric softener.
Overdrying
e
Synthetics, permanent press
and blends can cause static
Type of heat
Inconsistent
drying times
Automatic drying times will vary according to the type
of heat used(electric,natural or LPgas),sizeof load,
types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of
exhaust ducts.
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Problem Possible Causes
Clothes take too long Improper sorting
to dry
Large loads of heavy fabrics
(like beach towels)
What To Do
Separate heavy itemsfrom lightweight items (generally,
a well-sorted washer load isa well-sorted dryer load).
Large,heavyfabrics contain more moisture and take
longer to dry. Separate large,heavy fabrics into smaller
loadsto speed drying time.
Hatch control settings to the loadyou are drying.
Clean lintfilter before every load.
Check installation instructions for proper
ducting/venting.
Hake sure ducting isclean,free of kinksand
unobstructed.
Checkto seeifoutside wall damper operates easily.
Checkthe Installation Instructions to make sure the
dryer venting iscorrect.
Controls improperly set
Lint filter isfull
Improper or obstructed
ducting
Blown fuses or tripped _ Replacefuses or reset circuit breakers.Sincemost dryers
circuit breaker use2 fuses/breakers, make sure both are operating.
Overloading/combining loads _ Donot put more than one washer load in the dryer
at a time.
Underloading _ Ifyou are drying only one or two items, add a few items
to ensureproper tumbling.
Clothes are wrinkled Overdrying _ Select a shorter drying time.
Removeitemswhile they still hold a slight amount of
moisture. Selecta Less Dry or Damp Dry setting.
Letting items sit in dryer * Removeitemswhen cycle endsand fold or hang
after cycle ends immediately.
Overloading * Separate large loadsinto smaller ones.
Clothes shrink Somefabrics will naturally shrink _ Toavoid shrinkage,follow garment care labelsexactly.
when washed. Others can be _ Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying.
safely washed, but will shrink
in the dryer _ Ifyou are concerned about shrinkage in a particular
item,do not machine wash ortumble dry it.
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GE Dryer Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.
GE.CARES(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model
number available when calling for service.
Stapleyour receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain
support under the warranty.
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this
limited one:veer warranty, GEwill also provide,free of charge, all labor and related servicecosts
to replacethe defective part.
Whet GE Will Not Cover..
[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to
use the product.
[] Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
[] Failure of the product ifit is abused, misused, or
used for other then the intended purpose or used
commercially.
[] Replacement of the light bulb.
[] Products which are not defective or broken, or which
are working as described in the Owner's Manual.
[]
[]
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
Damage to the product caused by occident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
[] Incidental orconsequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
[] Defects or damage due to operation in freezing
temperatures.
[] Damage caused after delivery.
[] Product not accessible to provide required service.
i XCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair us provided in this Limited
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased
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gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know
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Instrucciones de seguridad ........ 2-4
Instrucciones de operaci6n
Ajustes de control ....................... 7
C6mo cambiar la puerta .................. 9
C6mo cargar y usar la secadora....... 10, 11
Funciones............................... 8
Tablerode control
de la secadora......................... 5, 6
Ventilaci6n de la secadora .............. 11
Soluci6n u problemus
comunes ......................... t2, ts
Soporte ul consumidor
Garantk] ............................... 15
Soporte al consumidor .................. 16
Escribu los n_meros del
modelo y de serie uqu[:
No. de modelo
No. de serie
Estos nOmeros se encuentran
en una etiqueta en la parte
frontal de la secadora, detrds
de la puerta.
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INFORMACION IMPORTANTESDE SEGURIDAD.
LEA TODASLASINSTRUCCIONESANTES DE USAR.
iADVERTENCIA!
Par su seguridad, debe seguir las indicaciones de est:e manual para minimizar
el riesgo de incendio o explosi6n, descarga el_ct:rica, o para evit:ar dafios a la
propiedad, lesiones personales, o muert:e.
m No almacene ni use gasolina u ot:ros m La inst:alaciSn y el servicio Io deben
vapores inflamables y liquidos en las Ilevar a cabo un inst:alador calificado,
proximidades de est:e o cualquier ot:ro la agencia de servicio o el proveedor
elect:rodom_st:ico, de gas.
QUa" HACER S! USTED HUELE GAS:
[-_ No int:ent:e encender un f6sforo,
o un cigarrillo, o encender cualquier
elect:rodom_st:ico elect:rico o de gas.
[-2-]No toque ning(m interrupt:or
elect:rico; no use ningSn t:el_fono en
el edificio.
[] Desocupe el habit:aci6n, edificio o
6rea afect:ada.
r_ Llame inmediat:ament:e a su
proveedor de gas usando el
t:el_fono de alg_n vecino. Siga las
inst:rucciones del proveedor de gas
cuidadosament:e.
r-5-]si ust:ed no puede ponerse en
cont:act:o con su proveedor de
gas, flume al depart:ament:o de
bomberos.
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Decreto para hacer cumplir las leyes sabre t6xicos y agua potable de California
Este decreto requiere que el Gobernudor de California publique una lista de las sustancias que el
estado sabe que causon c(_ncer,defectos de nacimiento y otros dahos reproductivos y requiere que
los comerciantes le adviertan a sus consumidores sabre el potencial de exposici6n a tales sustancias.
Los electrodom6sticos de gas pueden causor la exposici6n a cuatro de estas sustancias,
concretamente benceno, mon6xido de carbono, formaldehfdo y hollfn, principalmente causados par
la combusti6n incompleta del gas natural o de combustibles LP.
Cuando las secadoras estc_najustadas apropiodomente, se minimiza la combusti6n incompleta. La
exposici6n a estas sustancias puede minimizarse a0n mc_sventilando apropiadamente la secadora
hacia el exterior.
s
INSTALACION APROPIADA
Antes de usarse, la secadora se debe instalar apropiadamente de acuerdo con/as Instrucciones de
instalaci6n. Si no ha recibido una hoja de Instrucciones de instalaci6n, puede obtener una copia
visitando GEAppliances.com o Ilamando al 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
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control.
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INFORMACION IMPORTANTESDE SEGURIDAD.
LEA TODASLASINSTRUCCIONESANTES DE USAR.
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SU AREA DE SECADO
[] Mantenga el @eadebajo y alrededor de []
sus electrodom_sticos libre de materiales
combustibles (pelusas,papel,trapos, etc.),
gasolina, productos qu[micos y otros I[quidos
y vapores inflamables.
[]
Mantenga el pisoalrededor de sus
electrodom_sticos limpiosy secospara reducir
la posibilidadde un accidente.
[]
iVlantengatodos los art[culos de limpieza
(talescoma detergentes y blanqueadores)
fuera del alcance de losnihos, preferiblemente
encerrados en un gabinete. Ponga atenci6n alas
advertencias en lasetiquetas de losenvasespara
evitar accidentes.
Nunca trepe ni se ponga de piesabre la parte
superior de la secadora.
[]
Supervisea losnihosen caso de que eliasusen
la secadora ojueguen cerca de ella durante su
operaci6n. Nopermita que los nitosjueguen
con la secadora, en su interior, sabre ella o
ningOnotro electrodom6stico.
[] iVlantenga el 6rea alrededor de la salida y
las @eas cercanas libres de acumulaci6n de
pelusas, polvillo y suciedad.
CUANDO USESU
[] Noobstruya el flujo del aire ventilado. No apile,
no coloque ropa, no eche alfombras al frente o al
respaldo de la secadora.
SECADORA
[]
Nunca introduzca sus manos en el interior de
la secadora mientras el tambor giratorio est6
movi_ndose. Antes de agregar y sacar ropa,espere
hasta que eltambor giratorio se haya detenido.
[]
Elproceso de lavado puede reducir la habilidad
de retardar laflamabilidad de algunas telas.
Paraevitar tal resultado, sigalas instrucciones
del fabricante de lastelas con mucho cuidado.
[]
[]
[]
[]
Limpieelfiltro de pelusas antes de cada carga
para evitar la acumulaci6n depelusas en el interior
de la secadora o en la habitaci6n. NOOPERELA
SECADORASINELFILTRODEPELUSASENSU
LUGAR.
Nolaveo sequeart[culos que se hayan limpiado,
lavado, remojado o salpicado con sustancias
combustibles o explosivas(talescoma cera,aceite,
pintura, gasolina,desengrasadores, solventes de
tintorer[a, kerosene).Estassustancias producen
vapores que podr[an incendiarse o explotar. No
agregue estassustancias al agua de lavado. No
use ni coloque estas sustanciasalrededor de la
lavadora o secadora durante su usa.
Nocoloque art[culos expuestos a aceite
de cocinar en la secadora. Losart[culos
contaminados con aceites de cocinar podr[an
contribuir a format una reacci6n qu[mica que
podr[a causar que una carga de ropas se incendie.
Cualquierart[culo sabreel cual usted us6
un solventede limpieza o que contenga materiales
inflamables (talescoma patios de limpieza,
trapeadores, toallas usadas en salones de belleza,
restaurantes o barber[as)no se deben colocar en el
interior o en las proximidades de la secadora hasta
que lossolventes o I[quidosinflamables se hayan
removido. Existenmuchos art[culos inflamables
en el hogar tales coma la acetona, el alcohol, la
gasolina, el kerosene,algunos limpiadores,algunos
quitamanchas, aguarr6s, trementina, ceras,
removedores de ceray productos que contengan
derivados del petr61eo.
[]
[]
[]
[]
[]
Nosequeart[culos que contengan goma, pl6stico,
espuma o materiales similarestales coma
sostenes (brasieres)con relleno,ganchos de goma,
alfombras de bato, baberos de nito, pantalones de
nito, balsaspl6sticasy almohadas que se puedan
derretir o quemar. AIgunos materiales gomosos,
cuando secalientan, bajo ciertas circunstancias
podr[an incendiarse par combusti6n espontc_nea.
Durante su operaci6n, no almacene encima de la
secadora pl6sticos,papel o ropa que se puedan
quemar o derretir.
Lasprendas de vestir etiquetadas "Dry away
from heat" (Secaralejadasdel calor)o "Do not
tumble dry" (Nosecar par giro)--tales coma
chaquetas salvavidas que contienen capoc-
no sedeben colocar en susecadora.
Nosequeart[culos de fibra de vidrio en su
secadora. Estopodr[a ocasionar irritaci6n en la piel
debido alas part[culasrestantes que se podrian
adherir a la ropa durante usos subsecuentes
de la secadora.
Paraminimizar la posibilidad de una descarga
el6ctrica, desconecte 6ste electrodom_stico de su
tomacorriente o desconecte la secadora del panel
de distribuci6n el6ctrica del edificio removiendo el
fusible o desconectando el circuito antes de dar
cualquier tipo de mantenimiento o limpieza (con
la excepci6n de remover y limpiar el filtro de la
pelusa).NOTA:accionar la perilla Selectorade ciclo
a una posici6n de apagado (Off)o apretar PAUSE
(PAUSA),/qOdesconecta el electrodom6stico de la
fuente de alimentaci6n el6ctrica. 3
INFORMACION IMPORTANTESDE SEGURIDAD.
LEA TODASLASINSTRUCCIONESANTES DE USAR.
,_ iADVERTENCIA!
CUANDO USESU SECADORA(cont.)
[]
[]
[]
Nunca intente operar 6ste electrodom6stico
siestc_da_ado, sino funciona bien,siest(_
parcialmente desarmado, o sile faltan partes
o 6stas est6n rotas,incluyendo dahos al cable
el6ctrico.
Elinterior de la m6quina y la conexi6n
del tubo de escape en el interior de la secadora
sedeben limpiar por Io menos una vez al aho por
parte de un t6cnico calificado. Vet la secci6n
C6mo usar la secadora.
Sisu secadora es de gas, 6sta estc_equipada con
un encendido el_ctrico autom6tico y no necesita
una luzpiloto. NO INTENTEENCENDERLACON UN
FOSFORO.Podr[anresultar quemaduras por tener
su mano en lascercan[as del quemador cuando el
encendido el6ctrico autom@ico comience.
Esposibleque usted deseesuavizarsu ropa
o reducir la electricidad est@icaen ella usando
una toalla suavizante para secadora o un
acondicionador antiest@ico.Recomendamos
que usted use un suavizante de telas en elciclo
de lavado,de acuerdo con lasinstrucciones
del fabricante para estosproductos, o trate un
producto en el que elfabricante le proporcione
una garant[a escrita en el paquete especificando
que esseguro para usar en las secadoras. Los
problemas de servicio o de rendimiento causados
por estosproductos son responsabilidad de
losfabricantes de estos productos y no est6n
cubiertos por la garant[a de 6ste electrodom6stico.
Nuncaatomice cualquier tipo de aerosolen,
sobreo cerca de la secadora.No useningun tipo
de limpiador aerosolal limpiar elinterior de la
secadora.Humospeligrososo choque el6ctrico
pueden ocurrir.
CUANDO NO SE ENCUENTRE USANDO SU SECADORA
[]
[]
Cuando desconecte 6ste electrodom6stico, agarre
el enchufe firmemente para evitar daBosal
cable el6ctrico mientras Iohale.Coloqueel cable
el_ctrico en un lugar alejado de las@easde trc_fico
para que nadie Io pise,tropiece o Iopueda dahar.
Nointente hacer reparaciones o reemplazar
ninguna parte de 6ste electrodom6stico niintente
Ilevar a cabo ning6n tipo de servicioa no set que
Iorecomiende el Manual del propietario o
instrucciones publicadas que usted entienda
y tenga la habilidad de Ilevar a cabo.
[] Antes de desechar esta secadora o de removerla
para darle servicio,remueva la puerta de la
secadora para evitar que alg6n ni_o
seesconda en su interior.
[] Nointente alterar loscontroles.
LEAYSIGAESTAINFORMACIONDESEGURIDADCONMUCHOCUIDADO.
GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
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GE GTDP490GD8WS Owner's manual

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