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Safety Instructions
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2-s
Operating
Instructions
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6-8
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9-10
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11
the Dryer ........................
12, 13
Installation
Instructions
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14-16
a Gas Dryer ........
17-20
Electric Dryer ...................
21-23
Exhausting the Dryer ...........
24-30
Final Setup ..........................
31
Reversing the Door Swing .......
32-33
Tips ..........
Consumer
Support
Warranty (U.S.) .................
36
Warranty (Canada) .............
37
Consumer Support ..............
38
Write
the model
and serial
numbers
here:
Model #
Serial #
They are on the label on the front
of the dryer behind the door.
3828EL2001D
49-90403
11/10/10
GE
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions ... Operating Instructions Controls ......Cycle Options ....9-10 Dryer Features ..... Loading and Using the Dryer ......12, 13 Installation Instructions Before You Begin ....14-16 Connecting a Gas Dryer ..17-20 Connecting an Electric Dryer ....21-23 Exhausting the Dryer ... - Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. A WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. installation and service must be ._ Do not store or use gasoline or other...
- Page 3 If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting GEAppliunces.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.27Y). I Properlg ground drger to conform with all Exhaust/Ducting: governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.
- Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. A WARNING! YOUR LAUNDRY AREA Keepthe area underneath and around your I Keepall laundry aids (such as detergents, bleaches, appliances free of combustible materials etc.)out of the reach of children, preferably in a (lint, paper,rags, etc.),gasoline, chemicals locked cabinet.
- Page 5 GEAppliances.com A WARNING! WHEN USING YOURDRYER(cont.) contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is a load to catch fire. damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics damaged cord or plug.
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Page 6: Controls
About the dryer control panel. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Control Panel Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. *Applied Model • PTDS850/PTDS855 SENSOR COTTONS MIXED LOADS START DELICATES JEANS- & , TOWELS SHEETS SPEEDORY POWER TIHEDRV... - Page 7 GEAppliances.com Power Press to "wake up" the display. If the display is active, press to put the dryer in the idle mode. NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. START 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 dryer cycle.
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Page 8: Controls
About the dryer control panel (cont.). Time Dry Use to set your own dry time. TIME DRY is also recommended for small loads. To use TIME DRY: 1. Turn dry cycle dial to TIME DRY. 2. Select the drying time by pressing the TIME button. You can increase the time in 10 minute increments up to Z hr and 40 min. -
Page 9: Cycle Options
About cycle options. dryer NOTE: Not all features are available on all models. GEAppliances.com My Cycle Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall. These custom settings can be set while a cycle is in progress. To store a MY CYCLEcombination of settings: 1. -
Page 10: Cycle Options
About cycle options(cong. NOTE: Not all features ore available on all dryer models. Estimated Time Remaining Displagsthe approximate time remaining the amount of moisture in the loud. The lights until the end of the cgcle. will continue until the drger sensesa low level of moisture in the load. -
Page 11: Dryer Features
GEAppliances.cam D rye r FeQtu res, efficiency and reduce dry times. Duct Sensing The duct blockage system automatically monitors, detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork. Blocked ductwork can degrade dryer performance by reducing airflow from the dryer. If you observe the displag window with the message, "CLg"it is time to clean your exhaust ducting in order to increase... -
Page 12: Loading And Using The Dryer
Loading and Using the Dryer. Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering. Sorting Loading Hints As (] gener(]l rule, if clothes (ire sorted Do not overload. This w(]stes energg (]nd properlg for the w(]sher,theg (]re sorted c(]uses wrinkling. properlg for the drger. Trg (]lso to sort items Do not dry the following items: (]ccording to size. -
Page 13: The Dryer
GEAppliances.com Care Cleaning of the Dryer Stainless Steel'.To clean stainless steel Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be surfaces, use a damp cloth with a mild, nonabrasive cleaner suitable for stainless cleaned once a year by qualified service steel surfaces. -
Page 14: Before You Begin
I stall ti ryer I structi PTDN800, PTDN805, PTDS850, and PTDS855 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com in Canada, call 1.800.561.3344, or visit geappliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN FOR YOUR SAFETY: Read these instructions completely and carefully. - Page 15 Instollotion 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 drying rack, literature...
- Page 16 Installation Instructions LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER Icont.) BATHROOM OR BEDROOM REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTALLATION ,, Your drger is approved for installation in an ,, The drger MUST be vented to the outdoors. alcove or closet, as stated on a label on the See EXHAUST INFORMATION.
- Page 17 Installation Instructions for electric dryers} CONNECTING A GAS DRYERIskip TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED FOR YOUR SAFETY: FOR CONNECTING THE GAS SUPPLY --&WARNING O Flat- or straight-blade screwdriver (mag be Before beginning the installation, turn off the circuit needed for cord strain relief) breaker(s) or remove the drger's circuit fuse(s} at the electrical box.
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Page 18: Connecting A Gas Dryer
Installation Instructions CONNECTING A GAS DRYER Icont.) GAS SUPPLY GAS REQUIREMENTS - WARNING , A 1/8" National Pipe Taper thread plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediatelg upstream of the Installation must conform to local codes and gas supplg connection to the drger. - Page 19 Installation Instructions CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY (cont.) GAS SUPPLY rA1 Install a female 3/8" NPT elbow at the end of r_ Install a 1/8" NPT plugged tapping to the drger the drger gas inlet. gas line shut-off valve for checking gas inlet Install a 3/8"...
- Page 20 Installation Instructions CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.) TEST FOR LEAKS ELECTRICAL REOUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS _i, WARNING Never useclnopen This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, flame to test for gas leaks. and connected to a properlg grounded branch Check all connections for leaks with soupg solution circuit, protected...
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Page 21: Electric Dryer
Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER Iskip for gas dryers) TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU FOR YOUR SAFETY: WILL NEED FOR CONNECTING WARNING THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY Before making the electrical connection, turn O Flat- or straight-blade screwdriver (mag be off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the drger's needed for cord strain relief) circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. -
Page 22: Connecting An Electric Dryer
Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER Icont.) CONNECTING DRYER POWER CORD ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR (cont.) ELECTRIC DRYERS This dryer must be connected to an individual For 3-wire and 4-wire Connection: branch circuit, protected by the required Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power time-delay fuses or circuit breakers. - Page 23 Installation Instructions CONNECTING DRYER POWER CORD CONNECTING DRYER POWER CORD {cont.) (cont.) For 3-wire connection ONLY: r_ For 3-wire and 4-wire Connection: Connect the neutral (center line on 3-wire, white line Be sure the dryer's green ground wire on 4-wire) line to the center of terminal block.
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Page 24: Exhausting The Dryer
Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT O Phillips-head screwdriver WARNING - To reducethe risk of fire or personal injury: ODuct tape or duct clamp o This drger must be exhausted to the outdoors. Use onlg metal duct. - Page 25 Installation Instructions USING FLEXIBLE METAL DUCT FOR DO NOT: TRANSITION VENTING , DO NOT bend or Rigid or semi-rigid metal ducting is collapse ducting. recommended for use as transition ducting Use elbows if between the drger and the wall. In special turns are installations when it is impossible to make a...
- Page 26 Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) WARNING The correct exhaust installation is your responsibility. USE ONLY METAL 4" DUCT. DO NOT USE Problems due to incorrect installation are not DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST covered by the warranty. LENGTH TABLE.
- Page 27 Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER {cont.) BEFORE YOU BEGIN RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE Remove any lint from the wall exhaust opening. Using duct elbows will prevent duct kinking and collapsing. Ductlnternal Wall Opening _'_i ..Check that exhaust _"_X_ _,,.._l hood damper...
- Page 28 Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) SIDE VENTING: ADDING A NEW DUCT Dryer Exhaust to right of cabinet for Electric Fixinghole Portion"A" models only. Dryer Exhaust to left of cabinet for Gas and Electric models. ,& WARNING - BEFORE Left side exhaust PERFORHING THiS EXHAUST iNSTALLATiON, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROH iTS...
- Page 29 Installation Instructions SIDE VENTING (cont.) BOTTOM VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST for Gas and Electric models. TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET (cont.) , Apply duct tope as _¢_" WAR N ING - BEFORE Duct tape shown on the joint --_'-'_1/__...
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Page 30: Exhausting The Dryer
Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER Icont.) BOTTOM VENTING (cont.) While still holding down ..the pipe and elbow from ADDING A NEW DUCT the rear opening, screw Reconnect the cut the pipes in place with Portion"A" the previously saved screw. portion A of the duct to the blower Apply duct tape... -
Page 31: Final Setup
Installation Instructions FINAL SETUP I_ DUCT CONDITION TEST r_ LEVEL THE DRYER Press DANP ALERT and TENP together and don't Stand the dryer near the final location. Place release, then press POWER in idle state with no load a level against the side and bottom of the dryer in the dryer drum. -
Page 32: Reversing The Door Swing
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING {if desired} Hole co STEP 4 STEP 1 With the door on a protected surface, remove the 12 Open the door and remove the two plastic hole caps on screws on each side of the door and lift off the inner door the catch side bg gentlg prging up with a flat blade frame using a flat blade screwdriver. -
Page 33: Reversing The Door Swing
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING {if desired} m.ll rmm_l i_ I I Ill i I HI N I ' glll ' _\ i l ]]/I i ..,_ STEP 7 With the hinges and cover caps in the new locations, remount the inner door frame onto the outer door frame with the screws removed in step 3. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service.., Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart below first and you may not need to coil for service. Possible Cause What To Do Dryer won't Control panel is asleep • This is normal. PressPOWER. operate Dryer is unplugged •... - Page 35 NOTES:...
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Page 36: Warranty (U.s.)
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. -
Page 37: Warranty (Canada)
Any port of the drger which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the limited one-veer warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part. -
Page 38: Consumer Support
Contact Us G EAppliances.com In the U.S.: including If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: w_,w.geappliances.ca,...