GE DMCD330GH1WC Owner's manual

Brand: GE

Model: DMCD330GH1WC

Type: Owner's manual

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Safety Information ........ 2-5

Operating Instructions

Countdown Display .............. 7

Reversing the Door .............. ro

Venting ......................... 8

Care and Cleaning .......... 9

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

General Principles

of Good Practice ............... 11

Warranty ..................... 10

DPtCD330

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Theg are on the Iobel on the front

of the drger behind the door.

175D1807P575 49-90307-1 08-06 JR

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.

READALLiNSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

Foryour safety, theinformationin this manual mustbe followed tominimize the risk of fire

or explosion,electric shock, or toprevent property damage,personal injury,or death.

Installation and servicemust beperformed by a qualifiedinstaller, service agencyor

the gas supplier.

FORGASDRYERS:YOUMUSTPOSTIN A PROMINENTLOCATION

1.Instructionsto follow if theuser smellsgas:Contactyourlocal gas

supplier forinformation to be displayed.

Z Instructions concerning flammablematerials as follows:

FORYOURSAFETY:

Do not store or use gasoline or otherflammable vaporsand liquids

in the vicinity ofthis or any otherappliance.

California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act

This act requires tile governor of California to publish a list of substances known to tile state to

cause cance_; birth defects or other reproductive ham_ and requires businesses to warn custome_

ot potential exposure to such substances.

Gas appliances can Catlse ii/inor exposure to four of these stlbstances, namely benzene, carbon

monoxide, ti)mmldehyde and soot, caused pIJIllaIJly by tile incomplete coIllb/Istion oil nattlI'_ll gas

or 12 fllels.

Properl) ac!justed (h_e_5 will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be

minimized flu'tiler by properly xenting tile (h) er to tile outdoors.

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PROPERINSTALLAtiON

This dryer must be properly instafled 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 ge.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

• Properly ground dryer to confimn with all

governing codes and ordinances. Follow details

in the Installation Instructions section.

• Install or store where it will not be exposed to

temperatures below fl'eezing or exposed to

the weather:

• Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power supi)ly circuit to avoid electrical overload.

• ]_.elnove all shaq) packing itelns and dispose oI

all shiI)ping materials i)ropedy.

• In flflfilling the specific needs _ff different

commercial installations, the pro'chaser of this

dryer may wish to locate the coin box and

controls in any _ff a nulnber of locations.

The responsibility fin" the proper pe_f0mmnce

of this work lies solely with the pm'chase_;

It should be done by properly trained and

qualified pe_som_el, and in accordance with

local code requirements.

• Any coin box or similar device added to

the (hTeI; either electrically or mechanically,

should be properly grotmded.

• Remove any accumulated time by manually

rotating timing cam in the coin box

cotmterclockwise tmfil switch shuts off. Apply

a slight additional cotmterclockwise l)ressure to

fimher seat drive. Make certain not to mrn cam

past switch shutoff position. Otherwise, one

increment of time will be gained. Switches are

offwhen the plastic switch actuating am/ (inner)

is down and all 3 switch buttons are depressed.

Exhaust/Ducting

_] This dD'er MUSTbe exhausted to the outside.

[_ ljse onl) dgid metal 4" diameter ductwork

inside the dI3er cabinet. Use Olfly iigid metal

or flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork fin.

exhausting to the outside. USE OFPLASTICOR

OTHERCOMBUSTIBLEDUCTWORKCANCAUSE

A FIRE.PUNCTUREDDUCTWORKCANCAUSEA

FIREIFIT COLLAPSESORBECOMESOTHERWISE

RESTRICTEDIN USEORDURINGINSTALLATION.

Follow details in the Installation Instructions section.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

• Keep the area underneath and around wmr

appliances flee (ff c(nnbusfible materials, such

as lint, paper; rags, chemicals, gasoline and

other flammable wq)m_ and liquids.

• Keep the floor around your appliances clean

and dry to reduce the possibili b' of slipping.

• Keep area aromM the exhaust opening and

SmTotmding areas fl'ee ti'oln tile accumulation

of lint, dust and dirt.

• Do not obstruct tile flow of ventilating ai_:

Do not stack or place latm(h_' or throw rugs

against the fl'ont or back ot the dryer

• Close supe_Msion is necessm y if this appliance

is used by or near chiMren. Do not allow

children to play on, with or inside this or

any other appliance.

• Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents,

bleaches, etc.) ()/it of the reach (ff children,

preterably in a locked cabinet. Observe all

warnings on container labels to avoid iqim>

• Never climb on or stand on tile (hTer top.

• Do not install or store this appliance where it

will be exposed to the weather;

WHENUSINGYOURDRYER

• Never reach into tile (ha'er while tile drum is

moving. Belt}re loading, mdoading or adding

clothes, wait tmtil tile drum has completely

stopped.

• Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint

accumulation inside tile dryer or in tile room.

DONOTOPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUTTHEtINT

FILTERIN PLACE

• Do not wash or d_w articles that have been

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with

combustible or explosive substances (such as

wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degrease_, dry-cleaning

solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or

explode. Do not add these substances to the

wash watei: Do not use or place these substances

arotmd yore" washer or (hTer (hmng operation.

• Any article on which you have used a cleaning

solvent or that contaii_s flammable materials

(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in

beaut)' salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)

nlust not be placed in or near tile (hwer until

solvents or flammable materials have been

removed. There are many highly flammable

items used in homes such as acetone, denatured

alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some household

cleanei's, SOllle spot i'elllOVei's, ttli])entines,

waxes, wax removei_ and products containing

petroleum distillams.

• Tile laundry process can reduce tile flame

retardancv of rid)tics. To avoid such a result,

carefully fi)llow the gaiinent inanufilcturer's

care instructions.

• Do not d_y articles containing rubbe_; plastic

or similar materials such as padded bras, temfis

shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants,

plastic bags, pillows, etc. that may melt or bm'n.

Some rubber mamfials, when heam(1, can under

certain circumstances produce fire by

spont_l neo/1s COillb/istion.

• Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that

may burn or melt on top (ff the d_3'er dining

opei_tion.

• Gam_ents labeled OryAway from Heat (>r Do Not

Tumble Dry (such as lifiLjackets containing Kapok)

IlltlSt not be put in yore" (hye_:

• Do not city fiberglass articles in your (hwer.

Skin irritation could result fl'om tile remaining

particles that may be picked up by dothing

(linking subsequent dryer uses.

• To minimize the possibility of electric shock,

tmplug this appliance fl'om tile power supply or

discom_ect the d_Ter at the distribution panel

b)' removing the time or switching off the drcuit

breaker befi)re attempting any maintenance or

cleaning (except the remox;fl and cleaning ot

tile lint filter). NOTE" Turningthe Cyc/eSelectorknob to

an offposition doesNOTdisconnect theapp/iancefrom

the power supp/y

• D(>not spI'}l}' [ln}' t},'pe ot aerosol into, on 0I" near

dryer at anv time.

• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in

veto" (h_'e_: Items contaminated with cooking oils

may contribute to a chemical reaction that could

cause a load to catch fire.

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WHENUSINGYOURDRYER(cont.)

• Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is

damaged, nmlflmcdoning, partially disassembled,

or has missing or broken parts, including a

danmged coM or plug.

• The interior of the machine and the exhaust

duct connection inside the diTer should be

cleaned at least once a year by a qualified

teclmidan. See the Care and Cleaning section.

Do not rise anv _,,])e of spray cleaner when

cleaning dryer inmrim: Hazardous Runes or

electrical shock could occm:

• If vom_ is a gas (hTeI, it is equipped with an

autonmtic electric ignition and does not have

a pilot light. DONOTATTEMPT TOLIGHT WITH

A MATCH. Burns may result fl'onl having your

hand in tile vicinity of tile burner when tile

• Ybu may wish to soften your la undered thbrics

or reduce tile static electridw in thenl by using

a due>applied lid)tic softener or an anti-static

conditionei; X_'e recommend you use either

a rid)tic softener in the wash cycle, according

to the manufi_cturer's instructions fin" those

products, or m' a drve>added product fi)r

which the manufi_cturer gives written assurance

on tile package that their product can be safely

used in your (hweI: Service oi" perfimnance

i)rol)lems caused by use of these products are

the responsibility of the manufi_cmreI_ of

those products and are not covered under

the warranP,' to this appliance.

autonmtic ignition turns on.

WHENNOTUSINGYOURDRYER

_- • Grasp tile plug firefly when disconnecting this

appliance to avoid damage to tile cord while

pulling. Place tile cord a_v fl'om traffic areas

so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or

subjected to dalnage.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any paI* of

this appliance or attempt any seiMcing unless

specifically recommended in this Owner's Manual

or in published usei:repair instructions that you

undei3tnnd and have the skills to canw out.

• Befiwe discarding a chyei; oi" removing it fl'om

service, remove tile (hTer door to prevent

children flxnn hiding inside.

• Do not tamper with controls.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Reversingthe door.

Tools needed:

• Standard#2 • Tape-tipped

Phillips screwdriver putty knife

[_ Open the door and remoxe the filler plugs opposite the hinges. _,_ith the

door completely open, remoxe the bottom screw from each hinge on the

dr_er tace. Insert these screws about halt\va_ into the TOP holes, for each

hinoe_, on the opposite side (where you removed the filler plugs).

Apply firm pressure to _oet the screw started in new holes.

_ I,oosen top screw from each hinge on the dryer thce halfway. _,_ith one hand

holding the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottoi/l, i'ei/loxe

the door from the drxer b) lifting it UP and OUT

_] Rotate the door 180 . Insert it on the opposKe side of the opemng b) mo_mg

the door I£1/and DOWN tmtil the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting

on the top screws inserted in step 1.

[_ Remoxe the remaining screws from the side of the o )enino fl'om which

the door was remoxed. _,_ith these screws, secure each hinge at the bottom.

Tighten the two top screws of each hinge Reinsert the plastic )luo-s} 6' on

the side from which the door was remoxed.

Countdowndisplay,fDCCDmodelsonly) ge.com

The countdown display shows the remaining operating time as well as the current drying cycle. The

display board is configured for a 45-minute dry time at the factory to correspond with the 45-minute

timer cam pre-installed in the coin box. If the timer cam is modified for another operating duration,

the dip switches on the display board should be set as follows:

1 2

DRYINGTIME (minutes)

120

DIP SWITCHNUMBERS

NOTE: Thisdisplaydoesnot accumulatet/me.See the following examplesof displaypossiblhties.

DIP SWITCHSETflNG (rain) COINSLIDEACTUATIONS DISPLAYREADING(rain)

45 I 45to 0,then blank

45 2 45to I, then 1for next 45min.,

then 0and blank

120 I 99 for21minutes,then98to 0,

then blank

Ventingthe dryer.

For the best drying pertom_ance, the dxTer 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.

• Use only rigid metal 4" diameter (lu('twork inside the (hTer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or

flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork fi)r exhausting to the outside.

• Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.

• Use the shortest length possible.

• Do not crush, kink or collapse the duct.

• Avoid resting the duct on shaq_ objects.

• Venting must conform to local building codes.

Correct

Venting

Incorrect

Venting

Careand cleaning, gecom

CareandCleaningof theDryer

The Exterior: _ii)e c,r dust an) spills or washing

compounds with a dan_p cloth. Dryer control

panel and finishes mm be damaged by some

latmdry pretreaul/ent soil and stain relno_,er

products. Apply these products awm fl'om tile

(ha'e_: Tile gfl)tic may then be washed and dried

nommllv. Damaoe to _om" (h_er caused b_ these

products is not co',ered by }our warrant_.

The tint Filter: Clean tile lint

filter befiwe each use.

Moisten yore" finge_ and

reach into tile filter opening.

Rim yore" finge_ across tile

filter; Hme a qualified

technician _acuum tile lint

li'OII/ tile dI'?er once aveai:

The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean tile exhaust

ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging.

A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen tile

drying time.

Follow these steps."

[_ Tm'n off electrical supply 1)_disconnecting tile

plug fl'om the wall socket.

_ Discmmect tile duct from tile dr_ e_:

[_ Vacuuln tile duct with tile hose attachment and

recom_ect tile duct.

The ExhaustHoo& Check fl'om tile outside that tile

flaps _ffthe hood move ti'eely when operating. Make

sure that there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.)

nesting inside the duct or hood.

GECommercialDryer Warranty.

Coin-OperatedModelDMCD330Only

t_ All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

General Electric Commercial Laundry Distributors or an authorized

Customer Cam®technician. Toget customer support, on-line, visit us

at gecommerciallaundry.com, or call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).

Please hove serial number and model number available when coiling

for service.

Staple sour receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

dote is needed to obtain

service under the warranty,

For ThePeriod Of." We Will Replace:

90 Days Anypartof the dryer (except the coin s)'stem _',:)which fifils due to a (lefect in materials

From the date of the or workmanship. During this limited90-daywarranty,GE will also provide, freeofcharge,

originalpurchase all labor and related service to replace the defbcfive part,

Three Years Anypart of the dxTer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this

From the date of the limited three-year warranty, you will be responsible fi)r any labor and related service costs.

originalpurchase

Fourththrough

FifthYear

Fromthedateof the

originalpurchase

The dryer drum, if it should tail due to a (lefect in materials or workmanship, and the cabinet

side panels, base and cover,if they should tidl due to rust-through. L)m'ing this limited additional

two-year warranty, yon will be responsible tor any labor and related service costs.

What Is Not Covered:

• *Coh_ System (including the coin drop meter, coin slide

mechmfislu, coin vault m_d locks) is covered under a

separate manufacturer's warrm_ty. See hlsert for details.

• Service trips to your place of business to teach you how

to use the product.

• hnproper h_staJlation, delivery or maJntenmlce.

• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used

for other than the intended purpose.

• Dmnage caused after delivery.

• Any and all hnplied warraa_ties of merchmltability and

fitness for a particular purpose.

• Replacement of fuses or resetting of circuit breakers at

place of business.

• Dmnage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or

acts of God.

• h_cidentaJ or consequential dmnage caused by possible

defects with this appliance.

• Product not accessible to provide required service.

• Replacement of the light bulb.

EXCLUSION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as 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 for

commercial use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GEAuthorized Servicer

is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an

Authorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping to your

place of business.

Some states do not aflow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Toknow what your

legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company.Louisville, KY 40225

AUTOMATI C DRYER

COMMERCIAL APPLICATION

GENERAL ELECTRIC DRYERS

GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF GOOD PRACTICE

(COIN-OPERATED MODELS ONLY)

In fldfilling tile specific needs of dift%rent commercial installations, tile purchaser of this

General Electric automatic d_Ter may wish to locate the coin box and controls in any of

a number of locations. The responsibility for tile proper performance of this work lies

solely with tile purchaser. It should be done 1)y properly trained and qualified personnel,

and in accordance with local code requirements.

In addition, General Electric Company assumes no responsibility or liability' whatsoever to

tile purchaser for any parent infringement expenses, either in the form of damages or legal

costs, where tile alleged inflingement is based on a patent claim including one or more

components added by tile purchaser (i.e., not supplied by General Electric Company with

tile purchased duet).

Set forth below are some general principles which should be followed by persons installing

tile coin box and controls in the desired location. This listing is not all-inclusive, and is

only intended to serve as a general guide. These principles are inmnded to supplement,

not modify, tile Installation Instructions which accompany tile automatic dwer.

I. Any component added to the automauc dryer, either electrically or mechanically,

should be properly grounded.

9. All current-car_Ting metal parts should be isolated flom possible contact by tile usen

3. All wiring should be properly protecmd from sharp edges, burrs, moving parts and other

agencies which migilt cause al)rasion of the insulation on tile conductors.

4. All electrical connecuons should be mechanically secure, and should provide adequate

and reliable electrical contact under conditions, such as vibration, to which they may be

subjected.

5. All electrical components, wires and terminals should be of proper electrical rating for

tile specific application.

6. All insulating materials should remain effective under tile specific conditions to which

they will be exposed (e.g., humidity, temperature, etc.).

7. The installation should not be incompatible with the electrical circuit within the

automatic d_Ter nor in any manner inmrfere with either the safety' devices or tile

sequence of operations of tile cycle which are engineered into tile appliance.

8. Uninsulamd cuirent-cariTing metal parts should have adequate and ensured permanence

of spacing flom other parts.

ConsumerSupport.

GEAppliancesWebsite ge.com

Hme a question or need assistance _ith }our appliance? Tr} the (liE Applianres xAebsite 24 hom_ a day,

any da} of tile }ear! For greater comenience and ihster serxice, }(m can no_ do_nlo _d ()_ne_ 's Manu ds,

order parts or e'_en schedule service on-line.

ScheduleService

Expex_ GE repair service is onl) one step awe} fl'om }our do(m Get on-line and schedule x(mr service at

x()ur, convenience 24 hom_ an} de} of the }ear! Or call 8()().(;E.(;_M_ES (800.432.2737) during nora/el

bHsilIess lloHl_.

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RealLifeDesignStudio ge.com

GE supports tile IJnixw_al Design concept--pxodurts, services and enviromnents that can be used by

people (d all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design tbr a wide range (ff physical and

mental abilities and impaim_ents. For derails of GE's Llnivel_al Design applications, including ldtchen

design ideas fbr people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For tlle heating impaired, please call

800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).

ExtendedWarranties

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Pro'chase a GE extended warrant} and learn about special discounts that are available while xour warrant}

is still in effect. YOu can purchase it on-line an}time, or call 800.626.2224 dining normal business hom_.

(liE Consumer Home Services will still be there after }our _arrant} expires.

PartsandAccessories

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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have pm_s or accessories sent direcdv to their

homes (VISA, Master( ard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line to&_}, 24 hom_ e\w'y clay or

by phone at 800.626.2002 dining normal business hem's.

Nstructions contained in this manual cover procedures to he performed by any user. Other servicing generallg

should he referred to qualified service personnel. Cautionmust he exercised, since improper servicing may cause

unsafe operation.

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If you are not satisfied with the service you receive fl'omGE, contact us on ore" Website with all tile details

including your phone numbe_; or wlJte to: General Manage_; Customer Relations

GE Appliances, Appliance Park

Ix}uisville, KY 40225

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enhanced c(mmmnication and prompt serxice under the tem/s of }our warranty, should tlle need arise.

YOu ma} also mail in tile pre-plinted registration card included in tile l)acldm"_ matelial.

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