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Safety Instruc_'ons ......... 2-4
Operating IrL_tructions
ConuoI Panels ................ 5
Control Settings ............... 5
Loading and Using th_ Dryer . . .6, 7
Installation Instructions
Electrical R+quiremems ........ 9
Exhausting the Dryer . ........ l0
Installing tll+ Dryer . ....... 11-17
Preparing to Install th_ D_yer . . . 8
Troubleshooting Tips ..... 18, 19
Consumer Support
(onsumer Support .... Back C<)v( r
Product Registtvltion ....... 21, 22
Warramy ................... 23
NI,L l l 3
NVL + +3
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Y<>ucan fin(1 them on [h+ label
on lh+ fi-ont ot the lett side ot
the door opening.
134204000B 175D1807P441 39-90177-1 08-03JR
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
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 hi the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
hlstallatiml and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WHATTODOIF YOUSMELLGAS:
[] Do not try to light a match, or cigarette, or
turn on any gas or electrical appliance.
[] Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your building.
[] Clear the room, building or area of all
occupants.
[]Immediately call yourgassupplierfrom
a neighborsphone.Follow thegas
supplier'sinstructionscarefully,
[] ff you cannot reach your gas suppfier,
call the fire department
California Safe Drinking Water and ToxicEnforcement Act
This act r((luires Ih( go;¢ rnor of Califi_rnia I:opul)lish a list of substanc(s known to I:he stale to cause canc( l
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I0 stl(h st//)SHIllt-_ s.
(;_t'; _?l[)l)liall(7(:s ({/11 ({/llSe lllillOr ( x[)l)Slll-( Io [()!ll- o}" [h(s( sill)sHill( t_, ll_lll(_]y [){ llZ(tll{Y_ (Till'bOll lllOllOXi(l(
fonnaldehyd( aIM soot, catlsc d primarily by th¢ incoml)lc tc combusli(_n ot nalul_al gas or LP tilds.
Properly a_/justed (h}ers will minimize in(omplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be
minimized filrther by l)roperly venting the dl)'er to the ollt(loors.
PROPERINSTALLATION
This dryer must be properly instafled and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.
Properly groined dryer to conlorm _ith all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow
details in tll( hlsta//afion instructions section.
Install or stor_ wh_re il will not be ¢Xl)osed
[O [_!lll})( I'_II/II'(?S b( l()x,V ll'(!eZillg Or ( Xl)OS(d
1o [lie wt?_ll]lel',
Com_(cl 1o a [)rol)erl ?' rated, [)r()le(:ted and
sized l)<m( r supply circuit to avoid ck (tri(al
Remove all shar l) packing items and dispose
ot all shil)l)ing mat( rials prol)erly.
Exhaust/Ducting:
[]This (h)'er MUSTbe exhausted It) Ihe outside.
]l s( (rely rigid metal 4" (/Jam(l{ r du(:t_ork
insi(l_ th_ (h-?,'(r cabinet. [Js( only rigid metal
or flexible m(tal 4" dimneter duclwork tor
(xhausting to the outside. USE OF PLASTIC OR
OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE
A FIRE.PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A
FIRE IF IT COLLAPSESOR BECOMES OTHERWISE
RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.
Follow details in th( Installation Instructions s((tiOll.
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WARNING!
YOUflLAUNOflYAflEA
Keup []lU arch L/lid( l'lle_[h and HrOlllld VOIlF
applianc(s fr(_ of combustibl_ mat_rials, such
as lint, papeh rags, chemicals, gasoline and
other flammable vapors and liquids.
Keep the floor around your appliances clean
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
Keep area around tile exhaust op(ning and
surrounding areas h-e( [1-o111tile ac(:mmllati(m
of lint, dust and dirt.
Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air.
Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs
against the front or back of tbe drven
(lies( sup(rvision is necessary if this applianc(
is use(I by or near children. Do not allow
children to play on, with or insid( this or
any other appliance.
Keel) all lmmdrv aids (such as (let(rgents,
bleaches, etc.) out ot the reach ot children,
pret_vrably in a lock(d cabin(t. Observe all
warnings on contab_er labels to avoi(I il_jury.
Never climb on or stand on tile (liner top.
Do not install or store this apl)lianc( wb(re
it will be exposed to the weather.
WHENUSINGYOUflOflYEfl
Never reach into the dlTer while th( drum is
lnoving, getore loading, unh)ading or adding
clothes, wait until th( drum has completely
slopped.
Cleanthelint filter beforeeach loadto prevent
lint accumuLItion inside tile (liner or in lll(
room. DONOT OPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUT
THELINTFILTERIN PLACE,UNLESSTHEDRYING
RACKIS IN USE.
Do not wash or dry articles that haw! been
cleaned in, waslled in, soaked in or spotted
with combustible or explosive substanc(s
(such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, d( greasers,
dw-cleaning solvents, kerosene, (tc.). These
substances give ot] vapors lbat may ignite
or explode, f)o not add tbes( substances to
tbe wash water. I)o not use or [)lace these
substances around your washer or (by(r during
operation.
Any m-ticl( on wbicll you llave used a cl(aning
solvent or that contains flmnmable materials
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in
bealll_ salolls, restatlrallts or bal'b( r sllops,
etc.) nmst not b( placed in or near the dryer
mltil solvents or flammable mateiials have
been removed. There are man 3 higbly
flammable items used in homes such as
acetone, delmtured alcohol, gasoline,
kerosen(, some household cleaners, some spot
1"( lllOVel's, t!lrpelltilleS_ waxes, wax l-elllOX el-s
and products containing p(troleum distillates.
The laund_ T process (:all r(duce th( flame
retardancv of' fabrics. To avoid such a resuh,
carefully tollow th_ garment mamlfhcturer's
care illS[ l-/ictil)llS,
I)o not dW articles containing rubl)el; plastic
or similar materials such as padded bras, telmis
shoes, galoshes, l)ath mats, rugs, bibs, baby
pants, plastic bags, pillows, elc. thai may m(h
or burn. Some rubber materials, wben healed,
Call lllld( r certaill ( iF( tlmstallces prodll( e fire
b} spolltalleOllS (Olllbtlstioll.
I)o not store plastic, paper or clothing that
ilia', bl/rll or ill( It oll top of tile (hTer during
operatiolL
Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not
Rlmble Dry (such as life jackets containing
Kapok) must not b_ put in your dryen
Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer.
Skill irritation could resuh flom the renmining
particles tllat may be picked tip by clothing
du ring subs_ quent d_T(r uses.
"Ii_minimize tbe possibili U of electric shock,
unphlg lllis appliance hom the pow(r supply
or discolmect th_ do_r at the household
distribution panel 1)yremoving tile time or
switching off the circuit breaker betin-e
att(mpting all} nmimelmnce or cleaning
(exc(pt the removal and cleaning of the lint
tiher). NOTE:Turning the Cycle S(lector knob
to an off' position, or pressing PAUSE(leesNOT
disconnect the appliance fi-om tile power
suppl).
Do not spray any lype ot aerosol into, oil or
near dryer at any time.
Do not place ilems exposed to cooking oils in
your dr}el-, hems COlltaminated with cooking
oils mm contribute to a chemical rea(tion
Ibal could caus( a h:md Io catch fir(. 3
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
A WARNING!
WHENUSINGYOURDRYER(cont.)
Never art(rapt to operate this appliance
if it is damaged, maltm_ctioning, partially
disassembled, or has missing or broken parts,
inchlding a damaged cord or phlg.
The interior of the machine and th( (xhanst
duct colmection insi(le th( dl?er should be
ckaned at least once a year by a qualified
t_chnician. S_e the Loading and Using the Dryer
set tiOll. Do llOt rise any type ot spray ck aner
when cleaning dwer intmiol: Ilazardous flml(s
or (lectrical shock could occm;
If w:mrs is a gas dryer; it is equipp(d with an
automatic electlic ignition and does not haw
a pilot light. DONOTATTEMPTTOLIGHTWITH
A MATCH.Burns ma) rcsuh h-ore having )our
hand in the vicinity of' the burner when the
You may wish to soti_ n )our lmlndered fabrics
or reduce the static electricity in them b) using
a dwer-applied thbric softener or an anti-static
conditioner. _,V_recommend you use either a
tabric softener in the wash cycle, according to
tile mantdbcmrer's instructions for those
producls, or try a dw(>added producl for
which the mamllbcturer gives written assurance
on tile package thai their product can be safblv
used in your (h-}en Se*wice or p(rlormance
problems caused by use of lh(se l)rodtlcP, are
tile resl)onsibilit 3 ot tile manuthcturers oi
those products and are not covered under
tile warranl} to llais appliance.
allttilllall( lglllllOll [llrlls oil.
WHENNOTUSINGYOURDRYER
Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this
appliance to avoid damage to the (ord while
pulling. Place the cord away ti-om traffic areas
so it will not be stepp(d on, tripped over or
sul)jected to damage.
I)o llOt almmpt to repair or replace any part
of"this applianc( or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommend(d in this
Own( r's Manual or in published user-repair
illstructions thlt )ou understand and hive
the skills to carry out.
B( f;.)r( discarding a (liTer, or remoGng il
['rOlll Sel-vi(7(, r( lllOV( the dFy(r (]oor to
pr(xent chiMr( n h-oln hiding inside.
Do llOt tamp(r with controls.
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",,,_ READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
_ OU'\_ SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlpanel Ho,.oi.,co.,
Youcan locate your model number on the label on the front of the left side of the door opening.
Model NLL113
START
START
©
OFF
LESS _ ,_
0
Model NVL333
START
START
o,, (WmNXLEFREE)
o .oM?2o .Me,%°,,
_ CO01.DoWN
MORE_RY 0 OFF
tell)),
REGUL4RHEAT 0__ 7OM_
OFF 10 e60
20 30 40 NOHEAT
--Fz 0
Aboutthe controlsettings.
NOTE:Not all features are available on all dryer models.
IMPORTANT" Clean the tint filter each time yon use the dryer.
0 Aurom_tdc cycl(!s aurommically d(!tennil_e f_lbdc (h;,'ness. Sel(cr lESS DR}"it you w_lHt)'¢_urcloda_s slighd Nd_lmp _ttthe _1_(I
of'd_(_drying cycle. S(4ect MOREORYitvou _tnr them ro l_(_l(:11i(_1:
Drying Cycles
COTTONS ForcottonsandmostIll,cos.FermostloadsselectOPTIMUMDRY.
WRINKLEFREE Forwrinkle-free,permanentpressanddelicateitems,andknits.
FLUFF Providesno-heattumblingforfresheningorfluffingalreadydryclothing,fabric,linensandpillows.
_Sta_(3lose lh(e d12.'er dool: 'lhrH rhe STARTcolmol clockssis( Io START. t Ioh:] f'or 1-2 s(_con(:ls ;rod 1-(le;ls(. ()p(_lfit% the
door dtwing ,.)|)(:l_tion will sto F, lh,. ch3'(m "1_)r_.:st:lrt th(_ ,:hT,'(:l,('los( tll(_ door al_d s(l((t STARTto ,.oln/)l(t( th( (y(l(.
NOTE: Dryhlg 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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Loadingand usingthedryer.Always_ollowt_ofabricm_,,_cturor'_c_roI_bolwho,Ia,,do,i,g.
/ _' So_/ngandLoadingHints
_ ,ksa g(m( ral ruh,, il (lothes are sorted proper b Do notoverload.This wastes energy andcauses
for the x_asher, they are sorted prol)erly [or wrinkling.
the dlT,'er.
Donot add fabric softener sheets once theload has
become warm. Theymay cause fabric softener stains.
Bounce_'FabricConditioner Dryer Sheetshave been
approved for use t7 aft GEDryers when usedin
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do notdrythe following #ems: fiberglass items,
woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with
plastic trim andfoam-filled items.
\l/._,
-I:,
CareandCleaningof theDryer
TheExterior:Wipe or dust any spills or washing
compounds with a (Imnp cloth. I)ryer (ontrol
panel and finishes may be damaged by some
laun(h-) pretr(atm( nl soil and stain remover
products. Apply these products away from lhe
dryel: The t_lbric may then be washed and dried
normally. Damage to your dryer caus(d b) these
products is not co',ered by your warran D.
TheLint Filter:Clean lhe lint filter bet;_re each
use. Remox( by pulling straight up. Run xour
finger_ a(ross tile filtel: A waxy buildup may tb_m
on file lint f'ilmrfiom using dryer-added fi_bli(
sof_cner sheels. To remove this buildup, wash tile
lint screen in warm, soap) watel: Dr) )horoughly
and replave. Do not operate tile (hTer without
the lint filter in pla£:e.
I]ax,e a qualified technician vacuum the lint
t'l'Ol]] the dlyel OllCe a ye_/l,
TheExhaustDuct:Inspect and clean tile exhaust
ducting at least once a year to prexent clogging.
A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen tile
dr3ing time.
Follow these steps:
[_ Turn oft el( ( tri(:al SUl)l)h' by discomlecting
th( plug fr<ml Ih( wall socl_(t.
[2_ Dis(onne(t the (Itl(I lrom Ill( (lry( r.
[_ VaCtlUll] the dtlcl with the host attachment
_llld l-(COlllleC[ the (lllc[.
The Exhaust Hood: Check fi-om th( oulsi(le that
the flaps of tile hood mox{ tieely when operating.
Make sure that th(re is no wildlitb (birds, ins(cl_,
etc.) n(sting inside tile duct or hood.
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FabricCareLabels
WASH LABELS
Machine__
wash m
cycle Normal PermanentPress/
wrinkle resistant
Gentle/ Donotwash Donotwring
delicate Handwash
Water
temperature Hot Warm Cold/cool
(50°C/120°F) (40°C/105°F) (30°C/85°F)
BLEACHLABELS
_ymuul_ Anybleach Onlyno,_-oHorinehloooh Donotbleach
(when needed) (when needed)
DRY LABELS
N FoqQ FON
_r. Donotdry
Dry Normal PermanentPress/ Gentle/ Donottumbledry (usedwith
wrinkle resistant delicate donotwash)
setting
High Medium Low No heat/air
instructions
Linedry/ Dripdry Dryfiat Inthe shade
hangtodry
Preparingtoinstallyourdryer.
Read these iustrections completely aud carefully.
WARNING
This dixer nmst be exhausted to tile outdoors.
l Jse only rigid metal or flexible metal 4"
diameter ductwork for (xhausting to tile
outside, kse only rigid metal 4" diameter
duclwork inside the drver cabinet.
"File National Fuel Gas code restricts installations
of gas appliances ill garages. They lll[ist be 18"
(45.7 cm) oil the ground and protected ti-om
vehicl(s bv a barriel; S(e Location of Your Dryer
S( CtiOll.
Never use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
See Exhausting section.
This apl_lianc( lllllSl l)( properly grounded
and inslalled as descril)ed in these Installation
Instructions.
I)o not install or store appliance in an area
"_,]leFe it will be (xposed io wateF//weatheF.
See Location of Your Dryer section.
The electrical service to the (hver must contk)rln
with lo(al cod(s and ordinances and the latest
edition of th( National Electrical Cod(,
ANSI/NFPA 70.
The gas service to the (h2,er must conform with
local codes and ordinances or the latest edition
of tll( National Fuel (;ms Code ANSI Z223.1.
The gas dr}er is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1
tor home use only. This dr}er is not
reconnnend(d t_:,r commercial ai)i)lications
erich as l-(stat/lalltS Of beatll} salollS, etc.
ToolsandMaterialsRequiredforDryerInstallation
F1 Phillips head s(rcwdriver
F1 A(!iustabl( pliers
F1 Carp( nter's level
FI Flat or straight blad( screwdriv( r
F] I)uct tape
F1 Rigid ill" flexibk rectal 4" (10.2 cm) (lu(t
F1 Vent hood
FI Pil)e thread seal( r (GAS DRYER)
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PreparingtheInstallationSiteandUnpackingtheDryer
[_ Pr(l)ar( the ar(a alld (xhallst for installation
of tilt n(wdry{r.
[_ Check to be sure thai the exisling (xlernal
exhaust is clean an(I that it meets allach(d
installation sI)ecilicati,..ms.
[_ / sing Ill(' /'Dill- shipping carton (orn(r posts
as l)adding (two on each hide), car_full} lay
the dryer (:mils left side and remove foam
shil)l)ing pad.
CAUTlO_2 "Ib prevent damag e,
do not use tile control panel as a means
to pick up or moxe the drx er.
[_ Return tile drx(r to an uDright position.
[_ Move the dlwer 1o the desired location.
[_ Connect th( (xternal (xhaust.
[] A({just the leveling l(gs to lnalch the washer
h(ighl. The dryer must 1)e level and rest
firmly on all fi-mr leveling legs.
[_ Conn(cl th( po',v( r suppl}.
Foamshippingpad
[_ Ch(ck the operation (;t the power supl)ly
and v( ming.
_ Pla(e the (/_Vll( l"S Manual _llld th(
Installation Instructions ill a Io( ation where
they will 1)1 noticed I)v the olgll(!l-.
Packing
Electricalrequirements.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
ElectricalConnectionInformationforElectricDryers
WARNING- I_,,_l.. the_i_k
of'fire, electric shock or p_ rsolml injuW:
DONOTUSEAN EXTENSIONCORDWITH THIS
APPLIANCE.
THISAPPLIANCEMUST BEPROPERLYGROUNDED.
Electrical Requirements
This dr}_r must be conne(t_d to a 208V or
2411V individual bmn(h (ircuit, protected by
30 amp circuit breakers or time-delay filses.
[ se COpl)er condu(tors onl 5.
This dryer must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in
the absence of local codes, in accordance with the
NATIONAL ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
If the electric supply does not m_et the abov_
specifications, call a licens_ d electrician.
NOTE:A wiring diagram is located insi& the
control pan< 1.
ElectricalConnectionInformationforGasDryers
A WARNING-To,_l._eth,,,i_k
of fire, el_ ctric shock or personal illjuly:
DONOTUSEAN EXTENSIONCORDORAN
ADAPTERPLUGWITH THISAPPLIANCE.
DONOT,UNDERANY CIRCUMSTANCES,CUTOR
REMOVETHETHIRDGROUNDINGPRONGFROM
THEPOWERCORD.
Thisdryer must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in
the absence of local codes, in accordance with the
NATIONAL ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
Electrical Requirements
This dxwer must b_ supplied with 120\. 60 IIz,
and connect_ d to an individual prop_ rly
ground_ d branch circuit, protected by a 15 or
20 amp circuit fir_ aker or time-delay fi/s_.
If the electric SUl)pl } provided does llOt
m(et th( ahoy( specifications, it is
recommend(d that a licens_ d el_ ctrician
External Ground (if required)
An external ground wire (not provided), which
meets local codes, may be added by attaching it to
the green ground screw on the rear of the dryer in
the upper left corner above the cord, and to grounded
metal cold water pipe or other established ground.
Attachgroundwire
(obtainlocally}
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NOTE:A wiring diagram is lo(ated inside the
control panel.
install an approwd outlet.
Ensureproper ground__s bsfor8 tls8
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Exhaustingthedryer.
Read these iustrections completely and carefully.
ExhaustSystemRequirements
Useonly4"(10.2cm)diameter(minimum)rigidmetal
ductforbestperformance,orflexiblemetalduct.( se
approved vent hood _hi(h has _win_out dmnp(rs
lllat ol)en when llle dDer is ill opeF;ttiOll. When the
(hyer stops, tile damper_ mltomatically close lo
prevenl dmhs and the entrance el ins( cts and
rodents. 'Ib avoid restlicting tile otlflet, maintain a
minimum at 12" (30.5 cm) clearance belween the
xent hood and the gl'otllld Of any olhel obstltlclioll.
_ ThedryerexhaustsystemMUSTBEEXHAUSTED
TOTHEOUTSIDEofthedwelling.
_OO NOTallowcombustibl_ materials (fin exampk_:
clothing, dral_nqes/curtains, paper) to conl( ill
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If ;allrigid ln(tal duct carnie1 b( used, th{n t1_xible
all-metal venling (an be uscd, bul it will r((hu{ lhe
maximum l-((omm(nded (lu(l length. See Additional
hlstallation Instructions [bllowing.
Correct
lucorrect
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[,
-4,WARNING:,,efollowingarespeeifie
requirementsforproperand safeoperationofyour
dryer Failuretofollow theseinstructionscancreate
excessivedryingtimesand firehazards.
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(Ollta([ x_qtllexhatlS[ sys[(_lll.
DO NOTuse plastic flexible duct toexhaust the
dryer.Excessive lint can build up &side exhaust
system and create a fire hazard and restrict air
luL
flow. Restricted air flaw will incmase dryingtimes.
If yourpresent system is made up ofplastic duct
or metal foil duct,replace it with rigid or flexible
metal duct. Ensurethe present duct isfree ofany
lint prior toiustalling dryer duct.
ThedryerMUST NOTbe exhausted &to a gas vent,
chimney, a wall, a ceiling, a commonduct with a
kitchen exhaust or anyconcealed space ofa
building wlfich can accumulate lint, resultingin
a fire hazard.
DO NOTexceed the lenglh of dec1 pipe or
number of (lbows allowt d ill the Maximum Length
charts. Lillt (_111 a((llll]l/la[e ill the exha!ls[
system, phlgging the s?slem and ( foaling a fire
hazard, as wtll as illcr( asing dlTing times.
DONOTscreen tile exhansl ends of the vent
_7,'_tem,nor use mw s(r(w_ or rivcts lo _ssemble
tile exhaust s?slem. Lint can become cmlght in
tile screen, on the screws or rivets, closing tile
duct work and cr(ating a fire hazm-d as well as
increasing duing limes, kse all approved vent
hood to mnninale lhe du(t ouldoors, and seal
alljoims with duct tape..M1 male duct pipe
fittings MUSrbe installed downsneam with
the flow at air.
EXPLOSION HAZARD.Do not install the &3'er
wh_re gas(din( or oth(r flammables ar( kept
or stored. It the dl-i'cr is inslalled ill a gar, lge,
it must be a lnininmm at 18" (45.7 cm) above
the Ileal; Faihlre to do so can resuh ill death,
( xpl(Mon, fire or burns.
Proxi(l( an access for insp(ction mid (l(aning ol
the exhat/sl sysl( Ill, eslx cially al turns. Inspect
alld (1( all _1[ [(as1 I)ll((_ l)er }'( al.
[)0 110[ o/)s[r/l([ ill(Olllillg or (xlla/Is[( d all;
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Additional lustallation lustructions
If all rigid metal duct cannel be used, then t](xible
all-metal xenling can lye used, bill it will reduce tile
maximum recommended duet length. In special
installations when it is impossible to make a
(Olllle(liOll with tile above recollllllel](lat]OllS,
titan Ul_-Iistodclothes dryer transition duct ma3 be
used as transition venting belween the (hser and
wall connection onl> The use of this ducting will
atlbct (hying time.
ff flexibletransitionductisnecessary,onlyUL-listedduct
identifiedforusewith clothesdryersisapproved.
Thefollowingdirectionsmustbe followed
Lse tilt' shortt'st h'ngth possibh'.
Stretch the ducl t_ ils maxilmnn length.
Do not crash or collapse.
Never use transition duct inside the wall, flooring,
ceiling or inside the dlw( l;
Avoid resting tile duct on shal l)ol::jects.
"_'nting must confbrm to local building (odes.
Installingthedryer.
Exhaust Ducthlg Length
The exhaust _)swm should be inspecwd and cleaned
at least uric( a year with normal usage. The morc the
(hT(.r is u_(/, tile mow oli(.11 ?'l)[i should ch(ck tile
exhaust svsmm and v(nt hood fbr proper operation.
If roof vents or louvcred l)lelmms arc used, th_" nmst
be equivak nt m a 4" dampercd wall cap in rcgaM to
resistance to airflows; prexcnlion of back drali_ and
lllaillt(llall(( rOqllilcd to pl'_ \'_qlt clogging.
DONOTass_mble the duct work with ti_st(n_rs thai
(xt( lid into th_ duct. Tbey will sel_'_ as colleclion
poims tor lint.
Ducp, w)rk wbich lalns througll an unheated ar(a or
iS ll¢aF _lll air (onditioning duct sbould I)_ insulaled
t,o r_.duce coud( llSati,.m and lint buildup.
MAXIMUM LENGTHof4"(10,2cm)Oia,RIGIDMETALDUCT
PREFERREDVENTHOOD TYPE
Number of
90otrims
0
1
2
3
4
4" (10.2 cm) Louvered
60' f18.28m)
52' {15.84m)
44' 113.41m)
32" (9.75m)
28' (8.53m)
48' 114.63m)
40' I12.19m)
32' (9.75m)
24' (7.31m)
16' (4.87 m)
MAXIMUM LENGTH of4" (10,2cm) Dia,FLEXIBLEMETALDUCT
NUlnbsr of
90° tllrllS
0
I
2
3
INSTALLMALE RTTINGSIN
CORRECTDIRECTtON
PREFERREDVENTHOODTYPE
4" (10,2era) Louvered
v:>q
aft' 19.14m)
22' 16.71m)
14' (4.27m)
18' 15.48m)
14' 14.27m)
lO' (3.05m)
notrecommended
ExhaustDirection
All dl_ers are shipl)(d set up tbr rear exhausting.
On elt'ctric dly(p,, exhausting can be on tim cabinet
rigbt or left side, or througl_ tbe dl3er bottom.
(;as d13ers can exhmlst on the cabinet figbt side or
the dl)'( r bottom. "It) cbange exllmlst direction you
will need F.xhaust Kit, Pul) No. 14-Afll8 and a rigid
metal 4" 90 degree elbow. "File kit is available tbrough
your GF retailel: Follow the instructions supplied
with tile kit.
L
Sameas EXNAUSTDUCTLOCATING
| P/otherside DIMENSIONS
t4_" 5-7/8"
(_5cm)
• (34cm)
4 3/U
s-3/4"lgsomit 'ts-s/4"igsoml
GasSupplyRequirements
A Replace brasscorm(cling pipe lllal is llot
plastic-coaled. Slainless sl(el or plaslic-coated
I>rassMUSTI>( used.
[]
WARNING: .ldfl¢xibk
comlecu)rs. I'h( use of old flexible colmectors can
cruise g',_sleaks and personal ii!jul?: AhqlT,_use NEW
flexible connectors when installing a gas applimlce.
Installalion MUSTcontorm wilb local co&s. or
ill 1be al)senc( of local (odes, x_ith the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition).
[_ "I'h( gas supply line should be ot 1/2" (1.27 ('m)
ligid pip(.
[_It" cod(s allow, tl( xibl( m(tal robing may be used
to COIIII{ CI yollr dQ'( 1 1o the gas supply line. "I'h(
tubing MUSTbe COllSttalct{ d of'stainless slc_l or
plastic-coal( d Imlss.
[_The gas supply lin_ MUSTbav( _]11individual
slmtoffxalx(.
[7_ A 1/8 (t).a2 (m) NI 1 llllllll]]!llll plugg(d
rapping, acc(ssible for lesl gaug_ conneclion,
MUSTI.,e installed inmledialely upstream of the
gas supply COllllection tO lbe (h3'el;
[_Th( dlTer and ils individual shutoffvalve MUST
be dis(om_((led from the gas supply piping
syst{ m during any pr(ssure tcsling ot tll( gas
supply piping system al tcsl pressm-es in ex(css
of 1//2 1)sig (3.45 kPa).
[_The dlTer MUSTbe isolal(d from Ibe gas SUl>ply
piping sysl(n_ by closing ils in(li_idual inantlal
slmtoff xalxe (luring any pressm-e testing of th(
gas supply piping system al tesl pressures
/9 ¢ _, )
e(lualloorlesslb_lli_ ;,sg(3.4_kt ). //
Installingthedryer.
Read these iustrections completely and carefully.
Locationof YourDryer
Do Not Install the Dryer:
[_] Do Rot/17sta/lthe dryer in an artat xpos_ d[o
dliF, l)ing ,,vat( r or outside weather collditions.
[]Do not install the dryer in an area where it will
(OH)( ill (Ollta(t with tlli't_lills_dFal)tSoF
anythillg that will ol)¢,lltlt I tilt flow ,.d
( OlllbllStiOll }lll(] V{ lltJlatiOll ail_
]Do not install the dryer on caq)el.
Floor MUSTbe solM _ilh a nlaxhnunl slope
zz
_ l (2.:_4cm).
Installation in Recess or Closet
[] This dryer MUST be exhausted outdoors.
[_No other fi/el I:,urnhlg ai)F, liml<4 shall be
installed in th_ same closet as Ihc GAS DRYER.
[You r drvtr net(Is tile space arotlnd it for
prol)er _,enlilation. DO NOT INSTALL YOUR
DRYEll IN A CLOSETWITH A SOLID DOOR.
[_ Closet doors lllllS[ be lollvt 1-ed Ol-olh{?l-Wise
velllilaled alld l_lllSI conlaill a lnillillltll_l O_!
(_) sq. in. ot open awa equally disuil)ute(I.
II the (loset( ontains both a _lsh(r and a dlyel;
door', mtlst comain a nfinimum ot 120 sq. in.
of open area equally distributed. Air openings
arc required to be unol)sualcted when a door
is installed. A lomered door with equi_llent
air openings fin- the fllll length otthe door
is acceptable.
O
(3871sq cm)
Closetdoor
Allow the re!lowing clearances for ease of insta/lation:
FRONT SIDES REAR* TOP
1"(2.54cm) O(Ocm) 1"(2.54cm) 15"(3&1cm)
*Additional r,.m dcarante ram' b( rcqtlir,.d
depending on the ducfing installation.
II
15"
(38/cm)
-- 1"(254cm:
12
Mobile Home hlstallation
[_ [hTer MUSTbe (xhausted outside (outdoors, not
b_ lltath the mobile ham() using l_l{?lalducling
that will not stq)port combustion. Metal dueling
must be 4" (10.16 cm) in diameter _dth no
obstructions. Rigid mcml duct is prd_ rr_d.
[_]t dl)'er is exlmusl(_d lhrollgh the flo(m the
_xhaust system MUSTNOTI{ rminate beneath Ih{
mobil_ home. T(rminafion MUSTbe secxlrdy
ff_stened to the mobile hom¢ structure.
[_ X%'hen installing a di)'(r into a mobil( hom¢,
a pr,._,,ision musl be ma(l(: fbr ,._utsid,_:mak(41p
;tit'.Provid( an op(ning with a free area ol at
l(ast 25 square inches [iw inlroduclion _)t outside
air iIllO lh(_ dl)'er 1-oo111.
[_ (;as (h y,_:rsMUSTb_ t_st(n¢ d to the flo,.n
using Mobile Ilome Insl_llation Kil
Pub. N . 144)34(_ .
[_See tl_( Exhaust System Requirements s(cfion
for oth(r inll)orlant \{ llling intlwmation.
[_ ]nstnllati(m MUSTconfi)rm 1o cm'r( nt
_I_lllllt tCIlll_et-I]Iome (_OllSllalCliOll _." S_tt(_I)/
Slan(lard (which is a Fudeml Regulation Titl(
24 CFR Part 32_0) ol; when such standard is
liar applicable, with American National Standard
fi-wMobile ttomes, ANSI!NFE\ No. 501B.
Correct
Incorrect
60fi't
Thedryeris designedunderANSIZ21.5.1
for HOMEUSEonll4
Rough-InDimensbns
267/8" --
-- (68.3cm)
[_ Electricalconnection
,, 165cm)
181/2 ,,_
(344cm)/
J- O i
n-
i" 3/8"(0.96cm)Dia
3 3/4" gaspipe
(9.5cml
435/8"
(110.7cm)
36_'
(91.5cm)
!
Door0psn
90°
471/2" "_
43/8"
(111cm} "_!
OpSonal_'-,,-_'
ventknockout
27"
1" (254cm) (68.6cm}
REARVIEW SIDEVIEW
l
33/4"
(9.8cm)
Servicing - Considerationmustbe given toprovide adequate clearances for installation and servicing.
13
Installingthedryer.
Read these iustrections completely aud carefully.
GroundingRequirements
DANGER: oft ,e
equipment_rounding conductor cml result ill
a risk of electrk shock. Check with u licensed
electriciml if you are in doubt as to whether
the apl)lian(e is properly grounded.
Grounding must be ill accordance with local
codes and ordinances, or in tile abs_ ace at
local codes, in acccn_lance with tile National
Elet trical Code ANSI!NFPA No. 70.
Fora grounded, cord-connected electric dryer.
[_ "I'he dryer MUSTbe grounded. ]n the ev( lit 0['
a maltimction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk at el_ ctrical shock by cr_ ating
a palll at least r_sislance for electrical current.
[_II your dlT_r is equipped wilh a power supply
cord having ml equipnmnt_4rounding conduclor
and a grounding phlg, the phlg MUSrbe
phlgged inlo all at)propriam, copper-wired
receptacle that is properly installed and
grounded ill accolxlance with all local codes and
ordinmlces, flirt doubt, call a licensed oleetrieia,.
For a permanently-connected electric dryer:
The dlycr MUSTbe connected loa grounded
metal, pennanent wiring s}\stem; or an equipment-
grounding (Oll(hlclor Ill!lSt be mn wilh the circuil
conductolx and connected to the equil)menb
grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
For a cord-connected gas dryer:
This dwer is equipped with a three-prong
(grounding} plug tbr yam- protection against
shock hazard and shouM be plugged directly into
a pr_l)erl? ground_ d three-prong rcc_ ptacle.
Do liar Cllt or I'(_IIIove th( gro/Indillg l)ron_ _l()ln
this plug.
ElectricalInstallationforElectricDryers
WARNING:ThefoHovdng ar,_ spe,_ifi< _IL WARNING:aL k-al}prov, d strain
requirements fin- proper and sate elecnical
installation of your dlTcl: Faihlrc to fbllow
thes_ instHictions can create dectfical shock
and/or a fire hazard.
WARNING: Thisal l,lia.ceMUSTl,
properly grounded. Electrical shock call resuh
it tile (ll)'t'r is not properly grounded. Follow
tile instructions in this nmmlal for proper
grounding.
A WARNING:OoNor,,gea,l,,x, ,ls o,,
cord with this dive1: Some ext_ nsion cords al_
not (/esign_ d to withstand the amounts of
electrical current this dp,'er ulilizes and can
meh, creating dectlical shock and/or filv
hazard. Locate the dl) er within reach of the
wall omkt, taking into account tile length
at power co_*l to be pu rchased and allowing
some slack in the co_xl. Refer to Electrical
Requirerrtents in this manual fi)r the proper
power cord to be purchased.
reliet nmst be installed onto power colxl. If the
stl'din reliel is not atmch_ d, the cord call be pulled
Otlt Of the (hwer and call be cut by al]V movement of
th_ cord, resuhing ill electrical sho(k.
WARNING: co erreceotacle..l .
NOTE.:Dwers operdting on 2()8-_oh power suppl} will
have longer dl3ing fim_s than those op_ rating on
240<oh power suppl}:
A wiring diagram is located inside tile calmel 1)anel.
14
3-Wire System for Electric Dryers--DO NOT use for Mobile Home Installations
[_ R(IIIo\( In{!SCl'{Wqssecuring the terminal block
_I(((SS (OV_ 1" _llld the SIl'_lil] relief 111011111J11_
brack(t located oil th_ back of the dp+_r
111}13(!1"COI'II(!E
[_ Install a IL-approv(d sll'ain reli(f into In(! [)l)w(1
(',._rdenlly hob.: ot th( mo'.nting brackel. Ls{
a swain relief v,hich attaches to Ihe mounting
bracket wilh a mlt. Fing(>light,. n th( nut only
at this tim(:.
[_ Tlnx ad a 1L-approved 30A, 240M 3 # lOAW(;
lllillillllAln copp(r (Oll(hlctoF power cord thYt)ll_'h
the stmin lxlie£
Green l
Silverterminal
[_ Atta<'h the power cord m utrdl (C_ nter xQrc)
({)lldtlclOf to 1he silv_ r-( olol-_d ((llt(!l t( l-lllilla]
on th_ 1,.retinal block. Tighl{ n th{ scr,.>,
s{(:l Irely.
, 1
_ Attach the l-elllaillillg two )ower (ol-d o/it( l-
CoIIdLI(IOI'S to Ih( o!/[el- I)l_as_ololed 1( l-lllill_Is
on th_ t_.lminal block. "['ighl{ n both scr(w_,
S(?CII relY.
A WARNING:Do.ot
bell(1 o1" Cl'illlp Wil-il,g//( (Hldtl{ tof al
COl]ll(tCtiOllS.
[_ R,.:altach t['l{ strain rdief mountirlg bracket to
the back of tl'l{ drvcr with two screws. Tight,.:n
SC 1"( SVS S( (All'( IV.
Greenneutral
Nut
_ Tighten th_ thslell{:l x,s_ curing th_ c,,n-d l-es,traint
firmly against the po>,er cord.
[_ rl'ighlen the Sll'aill relief nut securely so thai lh(
strair_ rdiet does nol turn.
[_ Reinstall th( lernlinal block acc(ss cover.
Use copper Stra ,lief
condoctots orlly, mountingbracket
Powercord
4- Wire System for Electric Dryers--MUST be used for Mobile Home Installations
[_ R(lllO\e t|l{: SCl'(:ws s{ Clll'il,g the tellllillal block
acc(!s,s ¢OVel _111(]Ihe stlaill l-(!li(_" lnOtllltJll_
I)mcket located Oll th_ I)ack of the (115'_ r
_ Attach the red and black i)ov, er cord con(hlctons
to the Otlt{tl-I)F_ISS-(7OlOI-( d t( l'lllill_llS O11th(
t,.:mfinal I)lock.
II])p(!l" COl-l](!l;
[_ Install a I L-approxed slmin relM" in tim elltl 3'
hole of Ihe mounling brack_ 1. [sea stalin relid"
xdfich attaches to the mounting bl'acl_et with a
nul. Fingel_tighten lhe nul only al 1his linl(.
[_ Remov( 1he green neutral ground _._,ire hom
Ihe gl'e(l] gl-Otllld SCl-eW located al)ov( Ihe
I(!rminal block.
[]
Black240V
Typical ,_. Wh teneuta
4conductorcord
Red2@V
Greenground
Thread a LLsapproved 30A, 240x,. 4 #l() AW(;
lllillillltllll CO¿)l)( 1"(Oll(hlctoF pow(:l" cord thYoll_'h
the stmin lxlie£
[_ ikttach the gr(xn pow(r cord grourld v,ir( to th_
cabin(t >,ith th( gr(en ,_round screw.
_ Atlach Ihe white (IRllll'al) 1)ox_er coM
C()I,(III(I()I" fl-Ol, l the ])oxxer cord _lll(l 1he _l'f ( 11
ground :,,ir{ from Ihe (h','er harness to th{ silve>
colored cent{ r terminal on 1he temfinal block.
Tighten 1he s(:ro, v securel}:
Greenpowercordgroundwire
screw Silverterminal
@_ ,_ --Terminal block
Greenneutral _t __
Black
_'-_ e //_ White Nut
Red/_S / ]]gbtennutto
_/_v _ _¢j_these tbreads
Strain
Powercord"
m0uptin F 4%\
bracket
WARNING:Do.or
I)end or crim 1) wiring/conductor at the
COl,lleCliOllS.
[_ "I'ight(n In( fhst( hers s_curing th( cord
l'(!stt'ailll firmly against th( pov, er (:,._rd.
[_ Tighten the SIlaill relief nut s(culely so Ihd
';train r_li(fdoes not turn.
_ Reinstall the lerminal block access coven
/5
Installingthedryer.
Read these
iustrections completely and carefully.
GasConnectionforGasDryers
[_ R(move th_ slfipping cap fiom gas pip( at th{
l-e_/l- o_' [he dl-v{ 12
NOTE:DONOTconnect the duel to LP gas selMce
without converting the gas valve. An LP conversion
kit (Pub. No. 14-A038) MUSTbe installed by
a qualified gas tedmician.
[_ Connecl a 1,/2" (1.27 cm) ].I). semi-rigid
or approxed pilx ti-om gas supply lira to
the 3/8" (0.96 cm) pipe located on the back
ot the dl3en I sea 1/2" to 3/8" (1.27 cm to
0.96 cm) reducer tier a colmection. Apply an
approved thread sealer that is resistant to tim
con-o,,ive action ot liquefied gas(s on all pipe
COlllleCtiOllS,
[_ O1)en tim slmlofi valve in th( gas SUl)plylin(.
[_ 'I;estall (onne(tions 177;brushing on a soal)y
xAalel- sohltiOll.
A WARNING:NEVERTESTFOR
GASLEAKSWITHAN OPENFLAME.
NOTE."On gas dD,el_, betore tile 1)urner will light,
it is necessal T fbr file gas lille to be bled ot all:
It tile burner does not light within 45 seCollds tile
fir-;ttime the (Iwer is mined on, the sa_bt_,_witchwill
shut the burner off. If'Ibis hapl)ens, turn lhe timer
to OFFandwait 5 minutes before lnaking anolher
attempt to light.
In theCommonwealthofMassachusetts
This Product must be installed bv a lic( nsed
l)lumber or gas fitten
When using ball-tH)e gas shut-off valv(s, they
shall 1)etile "ILhandle-type.
A flexible gas connector, when use(I, nmst not
exceed 3 R,(t.
BeforeOperatingtheDryer
[_ Conne(t the exhausl duct Io oulside (xhaust
systenl. Use ducl tape Ill s(al alljoints.
[_ With 1he (liTer in its final posilion, a(!just one or
lnore of' Ihe l(gs until Ihe dlTer is resling solkllv
on all four legs. Place a l(vd on 1oI) of the &Tel:
THEDRYERMUST BE LEVELAND RESTING
SOLIDLYONALLFOURLEGS.
[_ Phlg Ihe l)OW( r (ord into a grounded oullet.
NOTE:Che(k IO exlstll-e the l)OW('l - is ()t_ ?at (ircuil
I)reakerifilse box b( tlne phlgging th( power
cord illlO Ill(! otlllet,
[_ "hnn on the pox_er at Ih( circuit break(r/
ills( box.
A CAUTlON:Befbr_°pe_'_tingdmdlY(n
mak( sure the dl3er area is clear and fl-ee
from comNistible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapors. Also see that ix)filing
(such as boxes, clothing, etc.) obsn'ucts the
flow ot combustion an(/ventilation ail:
_Rtm tile dtTer through a cycle clleck tim"l)rOl)( r
Ol)el_][]{ )11.
@ If your dlWel-(lo,E!s llOl Ol)el'_lle , pl(ase revi(w lhe
Troubleshooting77psseclion ill tiffs manual 1)eR_re
(ailing fi)r s(_k e.
[_ F'lace these insualcliolts in a localion near th(
dl_'_ r for f:uture ref(rence.
16
_ ReplacementParts
If rcpla(em_ nt paris are n{ _d_d for your dryel, visit
Hotpoint.com, or <all GEPorts and Accessories
;at800.6262002 or (Ollta(l all ;llltlloliZ(d [)al]s
suppliel_
A WARNING:_,,._.-o_.. c_,-,o.
and plastic bags after tile dlyer is unp_cked.
ChiMren might use them tbr ply,?: Cm-tons
ccwer(,d witb mg_,, b_ dspr(,ads or plastic sbeets
call become airtight (hmnbers cruising
suffocation. Plaice all matelials ill _ garbage
c(mtainer or make lnalevials in_lccessible
to chiMren.
_k WARNING:'I'b_,,ls._.Cl_On_,1lb,.
nmnual and all otber litel-,mlre inchlded witb
this dp,'er are nol meant 1o cowq- every po,,sible
condition and situation tbat mm occm; (;ood
satb practice and caution MUSTb_ applied
when insl_llling, operating mid m_lint_lining
any _lppliance.
ReversingtheDryerDoorSwing
[]
()l)en the dryer dool; R_lno',_ Ib{! 4 hing_ hok
plugs or screws hom tile kfl side ot door
oIx ning. Plac_ nearby tbr fllture inslallation.
/VOTE'You ma 3 n_ed a plaslk: knife to help pull
out th_ plugs, t_,c_areflll not lo scratch the paint.
R_mo\( Ib{! lCO!ll - S(l-{_v_, [h_[ s{ ((IF{: 111(_ door
hing_ s 1o the dlTer flonl panel. NOTE:R_mo_
1s,-re;', fiom _adl of lhe 2 lfinges fil.-st.I IoM th_
door [hqnly belbr,_ remo, Jng th_ lasl 2 s_rews.
[_ Rolale tile door 180° and reinstall th_ door
hing(s 1o Ill( dlyer f}-Olllpand x_ilbIll( 4 screws.
Remove4screws_ne fromeachhingefirst
[_ Install Ill( 4 binge bok plugs or screws IhaI xxelx
I'(flIIOV( d ill st{p ] into the Opell SCl-( _v hol{s {Ill
IhL! right side of Ill<! door opening.
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on flTefollowing pages,
or visit Hotpointcmn. Youmay not need to carl for service.
Problem Possible Causes What ToDo
Dryer doesn't start Dryer is unplugAged Make _ur{' the (hTcr plug is push(d (ompletely into
tile outlet.
Fuse is blown/circttit breaker '*Check the household Distribution Panel tilsei(ircuit
is tripped breaker box in your, home, and rcpla( e tilse or reset
I)reak( 1_NOTE.."Eleclric divers use two filses or breakers.
Thermal lintiter tripped Che(k the vent for any ol)stru(tions. Call authorized
selwice pelf, on tiw replac(m( nt if nec(ssal):
Dryer doese't heat Fuse is blown/drctdt breaker Check the filse/circuit breaker box in your honle,
is tripped; the dryer may t_mlble and replace 1)oth filses or r(sel both 1)reakers.
but not heat _._.)tlrdlyer may tumble if only one ills( is blown or
one breaker triDped.
Gas service is off " Make st/re gas shtltoff at dl)er and main shutoff are
tillly open.
LP gas sttpply tank is empty Refill or repl_Jc( tank. I)IT( r should h(at when utilitx
or there has been a utiliP/ sellice is restored.
interruption of natural gas
(gas models)
O6,ershakes or Some shaldiN/noise is normal. M v(, ( T( -t, _ l men tloor space, or adjust leveling legs
makes noise Dryer nlay he sittillg tmevenly as he( essalv until (_(n.
Gmasyspots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener Follo_s dir(clions on 1_bri( sof[en( r pa(kag(.
Dryh_ dirty items with I se you r (liTer to (h3 eel} tleml items. Dirl} it(ms (ml
clean ones stain clean items and the &)el:
Clothes were not Sometimes slains which cannot be seen wh(n tile
completely cleml clothes m-e x_et appear atier dlTing. Use prop(r washing
procedurt s b(fore dlTing.
Lint on clothes Lint filter is full (2lean lint scrcen b(lbre each load.
Improper sorting " Sorl lint producers (like ch(nill() tiom lira coil(tiers
(like ror(/u roy).
Static electricity call attract lint Se( suggestions ill this se(tion und(r STATIC.
Overloading S(pamte large loads inlo smallcr ones.
Paper, tissue, etc. left in pockets Erupt} all pockets bel;.)re laundering clothes.
Static occurs No fabric softener was used "I}3 a tabrie sof_enel;
Bounce' Fabric Conditioner Dr_'(r Sheets lame I)een
apl>rov_ d tln us( in all GE [)lWei's wh(n us((I ill
aCCOl-(lallCe with tile lllallllt_l£21111-Lq-'s insllllctiolls.
OverdryL_g " "['tT_'a thbric soft( n(l;
A@lst contr(;ls to LESSDRY
Synthetics, permanent press 'I?y a filbri( sofi(,nct_
and blend,; can cause static
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Problem Possible Causes What ToDo
InconsisteM Type of heat * :\utomati( (h)ing times will vary according to the typ(
drying times of heat used (ele(tric, natural or LP g'as), siz( of'load,
types of filbrics, wetne_,sof (lothes and condition of
exhaust (hi( Is,
Clothes take Improper sorting" Sepal-ate hea_, T ilcnls from lightweight ill'Ins (genec, llly,
too long to dry a well_orted s_asher load is a well_orted &7,er load).
Large loads of heavy, fabrics Large, heaw fhbfics (ontain more moisture and take
(like beach towels) long_.r to (hy. Separale laiN•, heavy fhbrics imo smaller
loads to speed dlTing fim¢.
Controls improperly set Mal(h conn-ol settings to the load 3ou are dl3ing.
Lint Fdter is full Clean lint filter before ev(q_ load.
Improper or obstructed ductiiN Check installation insmlctions for proper
ductingiventing.
Make sure ducting is clean, fiee of kinks and
//llohstlq.l( t_!d.
Check to s(e it outside wall damp( r opel_tes easily
Check tile Installation Insuuctions to make sure file
dlyer venting is correct.
Blown fttses or tripped *Replac( filses or res(t circLlilhr(aker_. Sinc( mosl dtyel-s
circuit breaker use 2 lhs(s!breaker% make sur( both at( operating.
Overload_/combhlhlg loads Do not put m,.)re thml one washer load ill the dlwer
at a trine.
Underloading '*If you are dl3ing only one or two items, add a t;:w items
to ensure i)roper mini)ling.
Clothesare wrinkled Overdrying Select a shorter dlTing time.
I{emove items while they still hold a slight amount of
moisture. Select a I.ESSDRYs_tting.
Lettii_ items sit hz &yer I_emow* items when _3cle _n(Is and fol(1 or hang
after cycle ends innnediat( Iv
Overloading Separate larg( loads imo smaller ones.
Clothesshrink Some fabrics u411natm_ally shrink '*To avoi(I shrinkag(, lk)llox_garm(nt care lab(Is ( xaclly.
when wakshed. Others can be Some items may b( l)ressed ba(k into shape after drying.
safely u_ashec|,but will shrink
hatim &yer ltyou are concerned al)out shrinkage ill a l)articular
item, do not lnadfine wash or tmnble (hw it.
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Hotpoint NLL113EY4WO Owner's manual

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