GE Clothes Dryer DCVH480EK User Manual

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4  
Owner’s Manual &  
Installation Instructions  
Operating Instructions  
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–7  
Cycle Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9  
Using the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
DCVH480EK  
DCVH485EK  
PCVH480EK  
PCVH485EK  
Installation Instructions  
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 12  
Connecting an  
Electric Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14–16  
Exhausting the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . .17–23  
Final Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Location of your Dryer . . . . . . . . . .12, 13  
Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . .25–27  
Stacking the Washer  
Sécheuses  
Manuel d’utilisation  
et d’installation  
La section française commence à la page 37  
and Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28–30  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .32–34  
Secadoras  
Consumer Support  
Manual del propietario  
e instalación  
Consumer Support . . . . . . . Back Cover  
Warranty (Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
Write the model and serial  
numbers here:  
Model # ______________  
Serial #________________  
They are on the label on the front  
of the dryer behind the door.  
175D1807P634 49-90370 07-09 JR  
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WARNING!  
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA  
Keep the area underneath and around your  
appliances free of combustible materials,  
(lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals  
and other flammable vapors and liquids.  
Keep the area around the exhaust opening  
and adjacent surrounding areas free from the  
accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.  
Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents,  
bleaches, etc.) out of the reach of children,  
preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all  
warnings on container labels to avoid injury.  
Keep the floor around your appliances clean  
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.  
Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is  
used by or near children. Do not allow children to  
play on, with or inside this or any other appliance.  
Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.  
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER  
Never reach into the dryer while the drum is  
moving. Before loading, unloading or adding  
clothes, wait until the drum has completely  
stopped.  
The laundry process can reduce the flame  
retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result,  
carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s  
care instructions.  
Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint  
accumulation inside the dryer or in the room. DO  
NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT  
FILTER IN PLACE.  
Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic  
or similar materials such as padded bras, tennis  
shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants,  
plastic bags or pillows that may melt or burn.  
Some rubber materials, when heated, can under  
certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous  
combustion.  
Do not wash or dry articles that have been  
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted  
with combustible or explosive substances (such as  
wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning  
solvents, kerosene, etc.). These substances give  
off vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add  
these substances to the wash water. Do not use  
or place these substances around your washer  
or dryer during operation.  
Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may  
burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation.  
Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not  
Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing Kapok)  
must not be put in your dryer.  
Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer.  
Skin irritation could result from the remaining  
particles that may be picked up by clothing  
during subsequent dryer uses.  
Do not 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.  
To minimize the 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 (except the removal and cleaning of the  
lint filter). NOTE: Pressing START/PAUSE or POWER  
does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power  
supply.  
Any article on which you have used a cleaning  
solvent or that contains flammable materials  
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in  
beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)  
must not be placed in or near the dryer 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 cleaners, some  
spot removers, turpentines, waxes, wax removers  
and products containing petroleum distillates.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.)  
Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is  
damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,  
or has missing or broken parts, including a  
damaged cord or plug.  
You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics  
or reduce the static electricity in them by using  
a dryer-applied fabric softener or an antistatic  
conditioner. We recommend you use either a  
fabric softener in the wash cycle, according to  
the manufacturer’s instructions for those products,  
or try a dryer-added product for which the  
manufacturer gives written assurance on the  
package that their product can be safely used  
in your dryer. Service or performance problems  
caused by use of these products are the  
responsibility of the manufacturers of those  
products and are not covered under the  
warranty of this appliance.  
The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct  
connection inside the dryer should be cleaned at  
least once a year by a qualified technician. See  
the Sorting and Loading Hints section on page 10.  
WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER  
Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this  
appliance to avoid damage to the cord while  
pulling. Place the cord away from traffic areas  
so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or  
subjected to damage.  
Before discarding a dryer, or removing it from  
service, remove the dryer door to prevent children  
from hiding inside.  
Do not tamper with controls.  
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of  
this appliance or attempt any servicing unless  
specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual  
or in published user-repair instructions that you  
understand and have the skills to carry out.  
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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About the dryer control panel.  
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WARNING!  
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.  
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.  
Quick Start  
If the screen is dark, press the POWER button to “wake up”  
If you selected a TIME DRY  
cycle—select your heat setting  
and the amount of time you  
want your items to dry by  
pressing the TIME button until  
the desired time appears in  
the display. Then press the  
START/PAUSE button.  
the display.  
Press the POWER button.  
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Select a cycle by turning the  
Cycle Knob.  
2
If you selected a SENSOR DRY cycle—  
just press the START/PAUSE button.  
3
Power  
1
Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to turn the dryer off.  
NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.  
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About the dryer control panel.  
Dry Cycles  
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The dry cycle controls the cycle time for the drying process. The chart below will help you match  
the dry setting with the loads.  
Sensor Cycles  
COTTONS  
MIXED LOAD  
For cottons and most linens.  
For loads consisting of cottons and poly blends.  
WRINKLE FREE  
ACTIVE WEAR  
For wrinkle-free/easy care and permanent press items.  
Clothing worn for active sports exercise and some casual wear. Fabrics include new  
technology finishes and stretch fibers such as spandex.  
DELICATES  
SPEED DRY  
For lingerie and special-care fabrics.  
For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sports or school uniforms. Can also be  
used if the previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands.  
Time Dry Cycles  
WARM UP  
Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.  
DEWRINKLE  
For removing wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp. This cycle is not  
recommended for delicate fabrics.  
AIR FLUFF  
Use this feature to tumble items without heat.  
Timed Dry  
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Use to set your own dry time. TIMED DRY is also recommended for small loads.  
To use TIMED DRY:  
1. Turn dry cycle dial to TIMED DRY.  
2. Select the drying time by pressing the TIME button. You can increase the time in 10-minute  
increments up to 1 hour and 20 minutes.  
3. Select the DRY TEMP.  
4. Close the door.  
5. Press START/PAUSE.  
Sensor Dry Level  
The sensor continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load. When the moisture in your  
clothes reaches your selected dry level, the dryer will stop.  
EXTRA DRY  
MORE DRY  
DRY  
Use for heavy-duty fabrics or items that should be very dry, such as towels.  
Use for heavy or mixed type of fabrics.  
Use for normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle  
for energy saving.  
LESS DRY  
Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).  
DAMP For leaving items partially damp.  
NOTE: The Sensor Dry Levels can only be selected in a Sensory Dry Cycle.  
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Dry Temp  
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You can change the temperature of your dry cycle.  
ANTI-BACTERIAL  
This option may only be used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. This option reduces  
certain types of bacteria. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is used  
during a portion of this drying cycle.  
NOTE: Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics.  
HIGH For regular to heavy cottons.  
MEDIUM For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press.  
LOW  
For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low.  
EXTRA LOW For lingerie and special-care fabrics.  
START/PAUSE  
Press to start a dry cycle. If the dryer is running, press it once and it will pause the dryer.  
Press it again to restart the dry cycle.  
“CLEAN LINT FILTER” (message)  
This message stays on until the START button is pressed. This message is only a reminder.  
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About cycle options.  
NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models.  
Extend Tumble  
Minimizes wrinkles by adding  
The light in the button will light up when  
EXTEND TUMBLE is on.  
approximately 20 minutes of constant  
no-heat tumbling followed by 70 minutes  
of intermittent no-heat tumbling after  
clothes are dry. The dryer is in EXTENDED  
TUMBLE when the ESTIMATED CYCLE TIME  
display is illuminated in a circular pattern.  
NOTE: It is normal for the drum to pause  
for short periods of time during EXTEND  
TUMBLE.  
Damp Alert  
This option causes the dryer to beep when  
clothes have dried to a damp level. Remove  
items that you wish to hang dry. The DAMP  
ALERT will only beep when this option is  
selected (dry cycle keeps running).  
The light in the button will light up when  
DAMP ALERT is on.  
NOTE: Only for DRY, MORE DRY and EXTRA  
DRY sensor dry selections.  
Removing clothes and hanging them when  
they are damp can reduce the need to iron  
some items.  
Delay Start  
NOTES:  
Use to delay the start of your dryer.  
If the door is opened while the dryer is in  
DELAY, the countdown time will continue  
to count down the delay time. If the door  
is not closed and the countdown time  
expires, the cycle will not start until the  
door is closed and the START/PAUSE  
button is pressed.  
1. Choose your dry cycle and any options.  
2. Press the DELAY START button. You  
can change the delay time in 1-hour  
increments (up to 18 hours) each time  
you press the DELAY START button. Stop  
pressing the button when your desired  
time is displayed.  
You can delay the start of a dryer cycle  
up to 18 hours.  
3. Press the START/PAUSE button to start  
the countdown.  
The light in the button will light up when  
DELAY START is on.  
The countdown time will be shown in the  
ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display.  
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Lock  
To lock the dryer, press and hold  
the TEMP and SENSOR buttons together  
for 3 seconds.  
You can lock the controls to prevent any  
selections from being made. Or you can  
lock or unlock the controls after you have  
started a cycle.  
To unlock the dryer controls, press  
and hold the TEMP and SENSOR buttons  
together for 3 seconds. A sound will  
indicate the lock/unlock status.  
Children cannot accidentally start  
the dryer by touching pads with  
this option selected.  
The control lock icon on the display will  
light up when it is on.  
NOTE: The POWER button can still be used  
when the machine is locked.  
Signal  
When the light is “on,” the dryer will beep  
at the end of the cycle and every time  
you press a button on the control panel.  
To turn the signal off, press the SIGNAL  
button and the light will go off.  
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Using the dryer.  
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.  
been approved for use in this dryer when  
used in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
Sorting and Loading Hints  
As a general rule, if clothes are sorted  
properly for the washer, they are sorted  
properly for the dryer. Try also to sort items  
according to size. For example, do not dry  
a sheet with socks or other small items.  
See below for lint filter cleaning instructions.  
Do not overload. This wastes energy and  
causes wrinkling.  
Do not add fabric softener sheets once  
the load has become warm. They may  
cause fabric softener stains. Bounce®  
Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have  
Do not dry the following items: fiberglass  
items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics,  
items with plastic trim and foam-filled items.  
Fabric Care Labels  
Below are fabric care label “symbols” that  
affect the clothing you will be laundering.  
Dry Labels  
Tumble  
dry  
Do not dry  
Dry  
Normal  
(used with  
Permanent Press/  
wrinkle resistant  
Gentle/  
delicate  
Do not tumble dry  
do not wash)  
Heat  
setting  
High  
Medium  
Low  
No heat/air  
Special  
instructions  
Dry flat  
Line dry/  
hang to dry  
In the shade  
Drip dry  
Dry thoroughly and replace. Do not  
operate the dryer without the lint filter  
in place.  
Care and Cleaning of the Dryer  
Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of  
the appliance and exhaust duct should be  
cleaned once a year by qualified service  
personnel.  
Vacuum the lint from the dryer lint  
filter if you notice a change in dryer  
performance.  
The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or  
washing compounds with a damp cloth.  
Dryer control panel and finishes may be  
damaged by some laundry pretreatment  
soil and stain remover products. Apply  
these products away from the dryer. The  
fabric may then be washed and dried  
normally. Damage to your dryer caused  
by these products is not covered by your  
warranty.  
Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel  
surfaces, use a damp cloth with a mild,  
nonabrasive cleaner suitable for stainless  
steel surfaces. Remove the cleaner  
residue, and then dry with a clean cloth.  
The stainless steel used to make  
the dryer drum provides the highest  
reliability available in a GE dryer. If  
the dryer drum should be scratched or  
dented during normal use, the drum  
will not rust or corrode. These surface  
blemishes will not affect the function  
or durability of the drum.  
Do not touch the surface or the display  
with sharp objects.  
The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before  
each use. Remove by pulling straight up.  
Open the filter and run your fingers across  
the filter. A waxy buildup may form on the  
lint filter from using dryer-added fabric  
softener sheets. To remove this buildup,  
wash the lint screen in warm, soapy water.  
The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror  
that the inside flaps of the hood move  
freely when operating. Make sure that  
there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.)  
nesting inside the duct or hood.  
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Installation  
Instructions  
Dryer  
DCVH480EK, DCVH485EK, PCVH480EK, PCVH485EK  
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com  
If you are planning to stack the washer and dryer,  
FOR YOUR SAFETY:  
order Stacking Kit number GE24STACK to be used  
for this dryer. Kit sold separately.  
Risk of Fire  
WARNING –  
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow  
all installation instructions.  
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a  
qualified installer.  
Install the clothes dryer according to these  
IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local  
instructions and in accordance with local codes.  
electrical inspector’s use.  
This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.  
IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and  
Use only 4rigid metal ducting for exhausting the  
ordinances.  
clothes dryer to the outdoors.  
Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s  
DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic  
ducting materials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or  
foil-type) duct is installed, it must be UL-listed and  
installed in accordance with the instructions found  
in “Connecting the Dryer to House Vent” on page 18  
of this manual. Flexible ducting materials are known  
to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint. These  
conditions will obstruct dryer airflow and increase  
the risk of fire.  
instructions and local codes.  
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions  
with the Consumer.  
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future  
reference.  
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a  
qualified installer.  
This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.  
Do not install or store this appliance in any location  
Before the old dryer is removed from service or  
where it could be exposed to water and/or weather.  
discarded, remove the dryer door.  
The National Fuel Gas Code restricts installations of  
gas appliances in garages. They must be 18 inches  
off the ground and protected by a barrier from  
vehicles.  
Service information and the wiring diagram are located  
in the control console.  
Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close  
supervision of children is necessary when the appliance  
is used near children.  
Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave  
these instructions with the customer.)  
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.  
Product failure due to improper installation is not  
covered under the Warranty.  
Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F  
for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.  
• Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct  
and replace with UL-listed duct.  
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Installation Instructions  
UNPACKING YOUR DRYER  
Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam  
shipping pads by pulling at the sides and breaking  
them away from the dryer legs. Be sure to remove  
all of the foam pieces around the legs.  
Remove the bag containing the literature.  
LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER  
DRYER DIMENSIONS  
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN  
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION  
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and  
for air openings are:  
23.5″  
(598 mm)  
0 inch clearance both sides  
3 inches front and rear  
Front View  
33.4″  
(848 mm)  
Consideration must be given to provide adequate  
clearance for proper operation and service.  
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION  
42.9″  
(1090 mm)  
Electrical  
Connection  
27.65″  
(702 mm)  
Back View  
33.4″  
(848 mm)  
Side View  
10.0″  
25.7″  
(653 mm)  
4.0″  
(101 mm)  
(254 mm)  
20.75(527 mm)  
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Installation Instructions  
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR  
UNDERCOUNTER INSTALLATION  
If an undercounter installation is desired:  
No special dryer installation kit is required.  
If the dryer is installed alone, a minimum of  
60 square inches of open area is required.  
If a washer and dryer are installed together,  
a minimum of 120 square inches of open area  
CLOSET INSTALLATION  
Your dryer is approved for installation in  
an alcove or closet, as stated on a label on  
the dryer back.  
The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See  
the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section.  
Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and  
is required.  
Dryer installed alone  
Countertop and side cabinets  
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:  
0either side  
3front and rear  
Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead  
shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52.  
Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise  
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches  
of open area equally distributed. If the closet  
contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must  
contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open  
area equally distributed.  
60  
square  
inches  
min.  
open  
area  
Washer and Dryer installed together  
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT  
THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE  
FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES.  
Countertop and side cabinets  
120  
square  
inches  
min. open  
area  
Wire  
frame  
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MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME  
INSTALLATION  
The installation must conform to the  
MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY  
STANDARD, TITLE 24, PART 32–80 or, when such  
standard is not applicable, with AMERICAN  
NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME,  
NO. 501B.  
5.5″  
(140 mm)  
The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with  
the termination securely fastened to the mobile  
home structure. (See EXHAUSTING THE DRYER.)  
BATHROOM OR BEDROOM  
INSTALLATION  
The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a  
The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See  
mobile or manufactured home.  
EXHAUSTING THE DRYER.  
The vent duct material MUST BE METAL.  
The installation must conform with local codes or,  
in the absence of local codes, with the NATIONAL  
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 (for electric  
dryers) or NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223  
(for gas dryers).  
Do not use sheet metal screws or other  
refastening devices which extend into the interior  
of the exhaust vent.  
Provide an opening with a free area of at least  
25 sq. in. for introduction of outside air into the  
dryer room.  
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Installation Instructions  
CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER  
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED  
FOR YOUR SAFETY:  
WARNING  
Phillips screwdriver  
Before making the electrical connection, turn off  
the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s circuit  
fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord  
is unplugged from the wall. NEVER LEAVE THE  
ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.  
Slip joint pliers  
Level  
Flat-blade screwdriver  
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED  
4dia. metal elbow  
Gloves  
4duct clamps (2) or  
4spring clamps (2)  
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION  
Exhaust hood  
Duct tape  
INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS  
WARNING –  
To reduce the risk of  
fire, electrical shock and personal injury:  
Safety glasses  
Do not use an extension cord or an adapter  
plug with this appliance.  
The dryer must be electrically grounded in  
accordance with local codes and ordinances  
or, in the absence of local codes, in accordance  
with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE,  
ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.  
4-dia. metal duct  
(recommended)  
Dryer power cord kit  
6 ft. long (not provided  
with dryer)  
4-dia., UL-listed flexible  
UL-rated 120/240V,  
metal duct (if needed)  
30A with 3 or 4 prongs.  
Identify the plug type as  
per the house receptacle  
before purchasing line  
cord. (4-prong cord set is  
included and installed on  
Canadian models PCVH480  
and PCVH485.) Stacking  
installations may require a  
power cord up to 6 feet in  
length.  
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Installation Instructions  
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS  
CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE  
CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR  
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) (cont.)  
FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS  
This dryer must be connected to an individual  
branch circuit, protected by the required time-  
delay fuses or circuit breakers. A three- or four-  
wire, single-phase, 120/240V or 120/208V, 60Hz,  
30-amp circuit is required.  
1. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove  
the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.  
2. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall  
receptacle.  
If the electric supply does not meet the above  
specifications, then call a licensed electrician.  
3. Remove the power cord cover located at the  
upper back.  
NOTE: For Canadian consumers with models  
PCVH480 and PCVH485, cord set installation is not  
required. Please skip to the next section, Exhausting  
the Dryer.  
4. Remove the green ground screw and attach  
the ground strap to the center terminal along  
with the (white) neutral line described below.  
Keep the green ground screw for Step 7.  
5. Bring the power cord through the bracket.  
6. Connect power cord as follows:  
A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).  
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,  
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-  
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit  
conductors and connected to the equipment-  
grounding terminal on the appliance.  
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center  
of the terminal block (marked N).  
7. Attach ground wire of power cord with the green  
ground screw (hole above strain relief bracket).  
Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely.  
8. Reinstall the cover.  
CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE  
CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR  
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION)  
WARNING –  
NEVER LEAVE THE  
COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.  
NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the National  
Electrical Code requires that new constructions  
utilize a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer.  
A 4-wire cord must also be used where local codes  
do not permit grounding through the neutral.  
3-wire connection is NOT for use on new  
construction.  
Ground strap  
Green wire from  
power cord  
Bracket  
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CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.)  
CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE  
CONNECTION  
Ground strap  
Bracket  
1. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove  
the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.  
2. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the  
wall receptacle.  
3. Remove the power cord cover located at the  
upper back.  
4. Bring the power cord through the bracket.  
5. Connect power cord as follows:  
A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws  
of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).  
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center  
of the terminal block (marked N).  
6. Be sure ground strap is connected to green  
ground screw on cabinet rear. Tighten all  
terminal block screws (3) completely.  
7. Reinstall the cover.  
WARNING –  
NEVER LEAVE THE  
COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.  
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER  
WARNING –  
To reduce the  
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST  
risk of fire or personal injury:  
HOOD OR WALL CAP  
This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.  
• Use only 4  
rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust  
Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts  
duct.  
or entry of birds or other wildlife.  
• Use only 4  
rigid metal or UL-listed flexible metal  
Termination should present minimal resistance  
to the exhaust airflow and should require little  
or no maintenance to prevent clogging.  
(semi-rigid or foil-type) duct to connect the dryer to  
the home exhaust duct. It must be installed in  
accordance with the instructions found in “Connecting  
the Dryer to House Vent” on page 18 of this manual.  
Never install a screen in or over the exhaust  
• Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, a wall, a  
ceiling, gas vent, crawl space, attic, under an enclosed  
floor, or in any other concealed space of a building.  
• Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with  
a kitchen exhaust system. A combination of grease  
and lint create a potential fire hazard.  
• Do not use duct longer than specified in the exhaust  
length table. Longer ducts can accumulate lint,  
creating a potential fire hazard.  
• Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.  
This will cause lint to accumulate, creating a potential  
fire hazard.  
duct.  
Wall caps must be installed at least 12above  
ground level or any other obstruction with the  
opening pointed down.  
SEPARATION OF TURNS  
For best performance, separate all turns by  
at least 4 ft. of straight duct, including distance  
between last turn and dampened wall cap.  
For turns less than 4 ft. apart, see the Ducting  
Component Equivalency Chart.  
• Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that  
extend into the duct. These fasteners can accumulate  
lint, creating a potential fire hazard.  
SEALING OF JOINTS  
All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male  
end of each section of duct must point away  
from the dryer.  
Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners  
that extend into the duct. They will serve as  
a collection point for lint.  
Duct joints should be made air- and  
moisture-tight by wrapping the overlapped  
joints with duct tape or aluminum tape.  
• Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.  
• Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the  
exhaust system, especially at turns and joints.  
Exhaust system shall be inspected and cleaned at  
least once a year.  
This dryer comes ready for rear exhausting. If space  
is limited, use the instructions on pages 21–23 to  
exhaust directly from the sides or bottom of the  
cabinet.  
Horizontal runs should slope down towards  
outdoors 1/4per foot.  
TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL  
NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT  
INSULATION  
Ductwork that runs through an unheated area  
or is near air conditioning should be insulated  
to reduce condensation and lint buildup.  
Phillips-head screwdriver  
Vent hood  
Duct tape or duct clamp  
Drill with 1/8drill bit  
(for bottom venting)  
Rigid or UL-listed flexible  
metal 4(10.2 cm) duct  
Hacksaw  
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)  
FOR TRANSITION VENTING  
(DRYER TO WALL), DO:  
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO  
HOUSE VENT  
RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT  
•DO cut duct  
as short as  
possible and  
install straight  
into wall.  
For best drying performance, a rigid metal  
transition duct is recommended.  
Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of  
crushing and kinking.  
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID)  
TRANSITION DUCT  
If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UL-listed  
flexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting can be used  
(Kit WX08X10077).  
•DO use elbows  
when turns are  
necessary.  
Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings,  
floors or other enclosed spaces.  
Total length of flexible metal duct should not  
exceed 8 feet (2.4 m).  
For many applications, installing elbows at both  
the dryer and the wall is highly recommended (see  
illustrations at right). Elbows allow the dryer to sit  
close to the wall without kinking and/or crushing  
the transition duct, maximizing drying performance.  
Elbows  
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.  
DO NOT:  
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE)  
TRANSITION DUCT  
•DO NOT bend or  
collapse ducting.  
Use elbows if  
turns are  
In special installations, it may be necessary to  
connect the dryer to the house vent using a flexible  
metal (foil-type) duct. A UL-listed flexible metal  
(foil-type) duct may be used ONLY in installations  
where rigid metal or flexible metal (semi-rigid)  
necessary.  
ducting cannot be used AND where a 4 diameter  
can be maintained throughout the entire length  
of the transition duct.  
In Canada and the United States, only the flexible  
metal (foil-type) ducts that comply with the “Outline  
for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject 2158A”  
shall be used.  
•DO NOT use  
excessive  
exhaust length.  
Cut duct as short  
as possible.  
Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings,  
floors or other enclosed spaces.  
Total length of flexible metal duct should not  
exceed 8 feet (2.4 m).  
•DO NOT crush  
duct against  
the wall.  
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.  
For best drying performance:  
1. Slide one end of the duct over the clothes  
dryer outlet pipe.  
2. Secure the duct with a clamp.  
3. With the dryer in its permanent position,  
extend the duct to its full length. Allow 2 of  
•DO NOT set  
dryer on duct.  
duct to overlap the exhaust pipe. Cut off and  
remove excess duct. Keep the duct as straight  
as possible for maximum airflow.  
4. Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the  
other clamp.  
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WARNING  
USE ONLY METAL DUCT 4DIAMETER (102 mm  
FOR CANADA). DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN  
SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.  
Dryer Exhausting Information—Metal Duct Only  
For personal safety, do not  
CAUTION:  
terminate exhaust into a chimney, under any  
enclosed house floor (crawl space), or into an attic,  
since the accumulated lint could create a fire hazard  
or moisture could cause damage. Never terminate  
the exhaust into a common duct or plenum with a  
kitchen exhaust, since the combination of lint and  
grease could create a fire hazard.  
Ducting Materials: For best performance, this dryer  
should be vented with 4diameter all-rigid metal  
exhaust duct.  
Exhaust Length Calculation:  
1. Determine the number of 90º turns needed for  
your installation.  
Exhaust ducts should be terminated in a dampered  
wall cap to prevent back drafts, bird nesting, etc.  
The wall cap must also be located at least 12″  
above the ground or any other obstruction with  
the opening pointed down.  
2. The maximum length of 4rigid (aluminum or  
galvanized) duct which can be tolerated is shown  
in the table.  
A turn of 45º or less may be ignored. Two 45º  
turns within the duct length should be treated  
as a 90º elbow.  
Other terminations, such as louvered wall boxes,  
are acceptable provided they are equivalent to  
a 4opening dampered wall cap.  
A turn over 45º should be treated as a 90º elbow.  
For more information on venting kits and  
accessories, please call 1.800.GE.CARES.  
Best Performance  
Maximum Length  
of a 4Dia.  
Rigid Metal Duct  
Exhaust Hood Type  
2-1/2”  
4”  
4”  
Number of  
90º Turns  
A
B
4Opening  
2-1/2Opening  
Front-Loading Dryers  
0
1
2
3
90 ft.  
60 ft.  
45 ft.  
35 ft.  
60 ft.  
45 ft.  
35 ft.  
25 ft.  
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)  
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
• Remove and discard existing plastic or metal  
duct and replace with UL-listed duct.  
RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION  
TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE  
Using duct elbows will prevent duct kinking and  
collapsing.  
• Remove any lint from the wall exhaust opening.  
Wall  
Internal  
duct  
opening  
Check that exhaust  
hood damper opens  
and closes freely.  
Transition  
ducting  
Wire frame  
spacer  
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST  
We recommend that you install your dryer  
before installing your washer. This will permit  
direct access for easier exhaust connection.  
Pull out the wire spacer and swing upward to its full  
extension. Let the wire spacer lay flat and extended  
on the floor. This will prevent the dryer from being  
pushed too close to a wall or object, causing the  
ducting to come loose from the dryer.  
Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back  
of the dryer and secure with duct tape or a  
hose clamp.  
Wire frame  
spacer  
Duct  
NOTE: We strongly recommend using rigid metal  
exhaust duct.  
For straight-line installation, connect the dryer  
exhaust to the wall, using duct tape.  
Wall side  
Dryer  
side  
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ADDING A NEW DUCT  
SIDE VENTING:  
Dryer Exhaust to side of cabinet  
Fixing hole  
Portion “A”  
WARNING –  
BEFORE PERFORMING  
THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO  
DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL  
SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS  
FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE  
THE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES.  
Left side  
exhaust  
Reconnect the cut portion (A) of the duct to the  
blower housing. Make sure that the screw holes in  
the duct and ramp base are aligned. Use the screw  
saved previously to secure the duct in place  
through the ramp on the appliance base.  
Remove  
screw  
and save  
Right  
ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST  
TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET  
Left  
Bottom  
Tape the connection between the duct and elbow.  
Remove desired  
knockout (one only)  
Detach and remove the bottom, right or left side  
knockout as desired. Remove the screw from the  
rear of the casing and save. Pull the duct out of  
the dryer.  
Insert the duct with elbow through the rear  
Tab  
opening and connect to the internal duct.  
Fixing hole  
A
4.9(125 mm)  
Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.  
CAUTION:  
Be sure not to pull or  
damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when  
inserting the duct. A slight interference may  
occur between the exhaust and the wire  
components.  
Apply duct tape as  
Duct tape  
shown on the joint  
between the dryer  
internal duct and  
the elbow, and also  
the joint between the  
elbow and the side duct.  
CAUTION:  
Internal duct joints must be secured with tape;  
otherwise, they may separate and cause a safety  
hazard.  
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)  
BOTTOM VENTING:  
SIDE VENTING (cont.)  
Dryer Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet  
ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET  
(SIDE EXHAUST)  
WARNING –  
BEFORE PERFORMING  
THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO  
DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL  
SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS  
FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE  
THE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES.  
Cover Plate  
Remove  
screw  
and save  
Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to  
complete the exhaust system. Cover back opening  
with a cover plate (Cover Plate – WE1M545)  
available from your local service provider. Place  
dryer in final location.  
Bottom  
Remove desired  
knockout (one only)  
WARNING –  
NEVER LEAVE  
THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE.  
COVER BACK OPENING WITH A COVER PLATE  
(COVER PLATE – WE1M545) AVAILABLE FROM  
YOUR LOCAL SERVICE PROVIDER.  
Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct  
and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer. Detach  
and remove the bottom knockout.  
Fixing hole  
A
4.9(125 mm)  
Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.  
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BOTTOM VENTING (cont.)  
Dryer Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet.  
ADDING A NEW DUCT  
ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET  
(BOTTOM EXHAUST)  
Portion “A”  
Reconnect the cut  
portion A of the  
duct to the blower  
housing.  
Fixing hole  
Tab  
Tape the elbow  
in a 90-degree  
position to  
prevent rotation.  
Cover Plate  
Screw  
Rear hole  
Insert the elbow  
through the rear hole  
and connect it to  
Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to  
complete the exhaust system. Cover back opening  
with a cover plate (Cover Plate – WE1M545)  
available from your local service provider.  
portion A. Rotate  
the elbow through  
the bottom opening.  
Bottom  
opening  
Insert the tab at the top of the cover plate into the  
opening. Fasten screw at the bottom of the cover  
plate.  
Place dryer in final location.  
CAUTION:  
Be sure not to pull or  
WARNING –  
NEVER LEAVE  
damage the electrical wires inside the dryer  
when inserting the duct.  
THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE.  
COVER BACK OPENING WITH A COVER PLATE  
(COVER PLATE – WE1M545) AVAILABLE FROM  
YOUR LOCAL SERVICE PROVIDER.  
While still holding down  
the pipe and elbow from  
the rear opening, screw  
the pipes in place with  
the previously saved screw.  
Apply duct tape  
Duct tape  
as shown on the joint  
between the dryer internal  
duct and the elbow.  
NOTE: Make sure the tape  
covers the screw hole in  
portion A where it connects  
to CtheAeUlboTwI. ON:  
Internal duct joints must be  
secured with tape; otherwise, they may separate  
and cause a safety hazard.  
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FINAL SETUP  
4
DRYER STARTUP  
1 LEVEL THE DRYER  
Press the POWER button.  
Stand the dryer upright near the final location  
and adjust the four leveling legs at the corners  
to ensure that the dryer is level from side to side  
and front to rear.  
NOTE: If the dryer has been exposed to  
temperatures below freezing for an extended  
period of time, allow it to warm up before pressing  
POWER. Otherwise, the display will not come on.  
The dryer is now ready for use.  
Lower  
Raise  
SERVICING  
WARNING –  
Label all wires prior  
to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring  
errors can cause improper and dangerous  
operation after servicing/installation.  
2 PLUG DRYER IN  
NOTE: Stacking installations may require a power  
cord up to 6 feet in length.  
For replacement parts and other information,  
refer to the back cover for servicing phone  
numbers.  
Ensure proper  
ground exists  
before use.  
3 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
This appliance must be grounded. In the event  
of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will  
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing  
a path of least resistance for electric current.  
This appliance is equipped with a cord having an  
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding  
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate  
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in  
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.  
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired)  
IMPORTANT NOTES  
HARDWARE USED  
Read the instructions all the way through before  
Mounting Screw  
starting.  
Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.  
Provide a nonscratching work surface for  
the doors.  
Hinge Bracket  
Set screws down by their related parts to avoid  
Anchoring Screws  
using them in the wrong places.  
All screws must be hand-tightened.  
Normal completion time to reverse the door  
swing is 20–30 minutes.  
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the  
cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed.  
Door and Latch Screws  
These instructions are for changing the hinges  
from the right side to the left side—if you ever want  
to switch them back to the right side, follow these  
same instructions and reverse all references  
to the left and right.  
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED  
Phillips-head screwdriver  
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired)  
2 DISASSEMBLE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY  
BEFORE YOU START  
Remove 16 door screws and male end of latch  
from the inner side of the door.  
Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet.  
REMOVE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY  
1
Remove hinge bracket anchoring screws.  
Remove the inner face.  
Lift and rotate the window assembly 180º and  
replace. Also rotate the inner face 180° and  
replace.  
Slide door and hinge assembly upward; then  
remove the assembly from the dryer front panel.  
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3 REPLACE DOOR ASSEMBLY  
3 REPLACE DOOR ASSEMBLY (CONT.)  
Replace a door screw in the center of the side  
opposite the hinge. Then put the male end of the  
latch into place and fasten with two door screws.  
Move the mounting screw to the upper screw hole  
position on the hinge so that the door can be set  
on the cabinet during final installation.  
Fasten the hinge back on at the top and bottom  
with the hinge mounting screws.  
Replace all door screws that were removed.  
Remove the female end of the latch from the front  
panel of the dryer, rotate 180° and replace on  
the opposite side.  
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STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired)  
If you are planning to stack the washer and dryer, order Stacking Kit number GE24STACK to be used for this dryer.  
Kit sold separately.  
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN  
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION  
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces  
and for air opening are: 0both sides and 3front  
and rear. Consideration must be given to provide  
adequate clearance for installation and service.  
IMPORTANT Save these instructions  
for local electrical inspector’s use.  
IMPORTANT Observe all governing  
codes and ordinances.  
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these  
instructions with the Consumer.  
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR  
CLOSET INSTALLATION  
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions  
for future reference.  
Your dryer is approved for installation in  
an alcove or closet, as stated on a label on  
the dryer back.  
Service must be performed by a qualified  
installer.  
The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See  
Proper installation is the responsibility of  
the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section.  
the installer.  
Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and  
Stacking installations may require a power cord  
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:  
up to 6 feet in length.  
0either side  
3front and rear  
Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead  
shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 67.7.  
FOR YOUR SAFETY:  
Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise  
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches  
of open area equally distributed. If the closet  
contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must  
contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open  
area equally distributed.  
WARNING –  
Electric Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before  
installing. Failure to do so could result in serious  
injury or death.  
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT  
THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE  
FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES.  
• Potential Personal Injury. More than two people  
are recommended to lift the dryer into position  
because of its weight and size. Failure to do so  
could result in personal injury or death.  
Avoid Tipping and Rupture of Utility Services.  
Dryer must be securely attached to the washer.  
DO NOT place the washer on top of the dryer.  
Failure to do so could result in personal  
injury/death or property damage.  
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INSTALLING THE STACK  
BRACKET KIT  
KIT CONTENTS (GE KIT #GE24STACK)  
Screws (4)  
1 REMOVE THE DRYER LEVELING LEGS  
A. Carefully lay the dryer on its side. Use the  
packing material so you don’t scratch the finish  
on the dryer.  
Rubber  
pads (4)  
Bracket-  
stack (R)  
Bracket-  
stack (L)  
B. Remove the dryer leveling legs.  
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED  
Phillips screwdriver  
Gloves  
Unscrew and remove  
all 4 leveling legs  
Level  
INSTALLATION PREPARATION  
Remove the packaging.  
2 INSTALL RUBBER PADS  
TO DRYER BASE  
Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to lay  
the dryer down on its side. Continue using the  
carton to protect the finished floor in front of  
the installation location.  
A. Locate the 4 rubber pads in the parts package.  
Insert rubber pads into the leveling leg holes.  
B. Set the dryer upright.  
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STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired) (cont.)  
3 INSTALL BRACKET TO WASHER  
5 FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION  
A. Refer to the washer Installation Instructions  
A. Remove washer top cap screw from the rear  
left. Align left bracket holes with top cap screw  
hole on rear left of the unit and replace screw.  
NOTE: Leave screws loose so dryer hole  
alignment will be easier.  
to complete the washer installation.  
B. Refer to the dryer Installation Instructions  
to complete the dryer installation.  
C. Carefully slide or walk the stacked washer and  
dryer into place. Use felt pads or other sliding  
device to assist moving and to protect flooring.  
B. Drive next screw through the bracket into  
the rear of the washer.  
C. Repeat the above steps with the right side.  
WARNING –  
Potential Personal  
Injury. Do not push on the dryer once installed  
to top of the washer. Pushing on the dryer may  
result in pinched fingers.  
Place  
hands  
here  
Place  
hands  
here  
4 INSTALL DRYER AND BRACKET  
ON DRYER  
A. Lift the dryer on top of the washer. Protect the  
washer control panel with cardboard or other  
protection. Be sure to lift the dryer high enough  
to clear the washer control panel.  
WARNING –  
Potential  
Personal Injury. More than two people are  
recommended to lift the dryer into position  
because of its weight and size. Failure to do  
so could result in personal injury or death.  
B. Align the holes in the bracket with the holes  
in the back of the dryer. Using a Phillips  
screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2tapping  
screws.  
C. Tighten the dryer bracket screws; then tighten  
all stacking kit screws.  
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Troubleshooting Tips  
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,  
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PROBLEM  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Dryer shakes or  
makes noise  
Some shaking/noise is normal.  
Dryer may be sitting unevenly  
• Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs  
as necessary until even.  
Clothes take too long  
to dry  
Improper or obstructed ducting • Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the  
dryer venting is correct.  
• Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and  
unobstructed.  
• Check to see if outside wall exhaust hood operates  
correctly and is clean.  
Improper sorting  
• Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally,  
a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).  
Large loads of heavy fabrics  
(like beach towels)  
• Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take  
longer to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into smaller  
loads to speed drying time.  
Controls improperly set  
Lint filter is full  
• Match control settings to the load you are drying.  
• Clean lint filter before every load.  
Blown fuses or tripped circuit  
breaker  
• Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Since most  
dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure both are  
operating.  
Overloading/combining loads  
Underloading  
• Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer at  
a time.  
• If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items  
to ensure proper tumbling.  
The DRY dryness level  
was chosen but load is  
still damp  
Load consists of a mixture  
of heavy and light fabrics  
• When combining heavy and light fabrics in a load,  
choose MORE DRY.  
Exhaust system is blocked  
• Inspect and clean exhaust system.  
Control pads not  
responding  
Controls accidentally put in  
service mode  
• Press START/PAUSE.  
Controls accidentally put in  
lock mode  
• Hold the LOCK button for 3 seconds to unlock the dryer.  
Controls performed an  
incorrect operation  
• Reset the in-house breaker.  
Dryer doesn’t start  
Control panel is “asleep”  
Dryer is unplugged  
• This is normal. Press POWER to activate the control panel.  
• Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into  
the outlet.  
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker  
is tripped  
• Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box and  
replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Electric dryers  
use two fuses or breakers.  
Dryer was accidentally paused  
when starting Delay Start  
• If the light on the START/PAUSE button is flashing,  
the dryer is paused. Press START/PAUSE to restart  
the countdown.  
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PROBLEM  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
No numbers displayed  
during cycle, only lights  
Dryer is continuously  
monitoring the amount of  
moisture in the clothes  
• This is normal. When the dryer senses a low level of  
moisture in the load, the dryer will display the dry time  
remaining.  
Time Remaining  
jumped to a  
lower number  
The estimated time may change • This is normal.  
when a smaller load than usual  
is drying  
Cannot make a  
selection and the  
dryer beeps twice  
The DRYNESS LEVEL, TEMP  
or OPTION that you are  
trying to select is incompatible  
with the chosen dry cycle  
• This is normal.  
Dryer is running but  
00 is displayed in  
Time Remaining  
The EXTEND TUMBLE  
option was chosen  
• This is normal. During extended tumbling, the time  
remaining is not displayed. The extended tumbling  
option lasts approximately 20 minutes. It will then  
tumble intermittently for approximately 70 minutes.  
Clean Lint Filter (message) POWER button was activated  
• Press START/PAUSE to begin a dry cycle and the message  
will disappear.  
Dryer doesn’t heat  
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker  
is tripped; the dryer may tumble  
but not heat  
• Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box and  
replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer  
may tumble if only one fuse is blown or one breaker  
tripped.  
Inconsistent drying times Type of heat  
• Drying time will vary according to the type of heat used.  
If you recently changed from an electric to a gas  
(natural or LP) dryer, or vice versa, the drying time  
could be different.  
Type of load and  
drying conditions  
• The load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the  
length and condition of the exhaust system will affect  
drying times.  
Glow at the rear  
of the drum  
Heaters behind the drum  
• This is normal. Under certain drying conditions and  
room ambient lighting, the glow of the heaters may be  
visible at the rear of the drum.  
Clothes are still wet  
and dryer shut off  
after a short time  
The door was opened mid-cycle. • A dry cycle must be reselected each time a new load  
The load was then removed from  
the dryer and a new load put in  
without selecting a new cycle  
is put in.  
Small load  
• When drying 3 items or less, choose SPEED DRY or  
TIMED DRY.  
Load was already dry except  
for collars and waistbands  
• Choose SPEED DRY or TIMED DRY to dry damp collars  
and waistbands. In the future, when drying a load with  
collars and waistbands, choose MORE DRY.  
Dryer is not level  
Overdrying  
• Move dryer to an even floor space or adjust leveling legs  
as necessary until even.  
Clothes are wrinkled  
• Select a shorter drying time.  
• Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of  
moisture. Select a LESS DRY or DAMP setting.  
Letting items sit in dryer after  
cycle ends  
• Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang  
immediately, or use the EXTEND TUMBLE option.  
Overloading  
• Separate large loads into smaller ones.  
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PROBLEM  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Clothes shrink  
Some fabrics will naturally shrink • To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly.  
when washed. Others can be  
• Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying.  
safely washed, but will shrink  
in the dryer  
• If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular  
item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it.  
Greasy spots on clothes  
Improper use of fabric softener  
• Follow directions on fabric softener package.  
Drying dirty items  
with clean ones  
• Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can  
stain clean items and the dryer.  
Clothes were not  
completely clean  
• Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the  
clothes are wet appear after drying. Use proper washing  
procedures before drying.  
Lint on clothes  
Lint filter is full  
• Clean lint screen before each load.  
Improper sorting  
• Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors  
(like corduroy).  
Static electricity can attract lint • See suggestions in this section under STATIC.  
Overloading • Separate large loads into smaller ones.  
Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets • Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.  
Static occurs  
No fabric softener was used  
• Try a fabric softener.  
• Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been  
approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in  
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
Overdrying  
• Try a fabric softener.  
• Adjust setting to LESS DRY or DAMP.  
• Try a fabric softener.  
Synthetics, permanent press  
and blends can cause static  
Collars and waistbands  
still wet at end of cycle  
The dryness monitor senses  
that the body of the clothes  
is dry  
• Choose SPEED DRY or TIMED DRY to dry damp collars  
and waistbands. In the future, when drying a load with  
collars and waistbands, choose MORE DRY.  
Slight variation  
in metallic color  
This is normal  
Due to the metallic properties of paint used for this unique  
product, slight variations of color may occur due to viewing  
angles and lighting conditions.  
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GE Dryer Warranty. (For customers in the United States)  
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,  
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service  
on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES  
(800.432.2737).  
Staple your receipt here.  
Proof of the original purchase  
date is needed to obtain service  
under the warranty.  
Please have serial number and model number available when  
calling for service.  
For The Period Of: We 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-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs  
to replace the defective part.  
What Is Not Covered (in the United States):  
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use  
the product.  
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods  
or acts of God.  
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.  
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible  
defects with this appliance.  
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused or used for  
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.  
Damage caused after delivery.  
Replacement of the light bulb after its expected  
useful life.  
Product not accessible to provide required service.  
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit  
breakers.  
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED 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 home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized 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 or service calls  
to your home.  
Some states do not allow 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. To know  
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  
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GE Dryer Warranty. (For customers in Canada)  
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centres or an authorized  
technician. For service, call 1.800.561.3344.  
Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.  
For The Period Of: We 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-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs  
to replace the defective part.  
What Is Not Covered (in Canada):  
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use  
the product.  
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods  
or acts of God.  
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.  
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible  
defects with this appliance.  
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused or used for  
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.  
Damage caused after delivery.  
Replacement of the light bulb after its expected  
useful life.  
Product not accessible to provide required service.  
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit  
breakers.  
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED 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 in  
Canada for home use within Canada. In-home warranty service will be provided in areas where it is available  
and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide.  
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
Warrantor: MABE CANADA INC.  
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Consumer Support.  
GE Appliances Website  
In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com  
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,  
any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals,  
order parts or even schedule service on-line. In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca  
Schedule Service  
In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com  
Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your  
convenience any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business hours.  
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344  
Real Life Design Studio  
In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com  
GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by people of all  
ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and  
impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities,  
check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).  
In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.  
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane  
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3  
Extended Warranties  
In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com  
Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still  
in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. GE Consumer Home  
Services will still be there after your warranty expires. In Canada, please visit our Website or contact your local  
extended warranty provider.  
Parts and Accessories  
In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com  
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes  
(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at  
800.626.2002 during normal business hours.  
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally  
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause  
unsafe operation.  
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 1.800.661.1616.  
Contact Us  
In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com  
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your  
phone number, or write to:  
General Manager, Customer Relations  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.  
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane  
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3  
Register Your Appliance  
In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com  
Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced  
communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also  
mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material. In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca  
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