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Safety Information ..Operating Instructions Model: T_tpe 450 Control Panel ....6, 7 Loading and Using the Dryer ....... Reversing the Door ....Venting the Dryer ....Troubleshooting Tips ... 11, 12 Consumer Support Consumer Support ..Back Cover Product Registration ..
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 performedby a qualified installer,service agency or the gas supplier.
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PflOPEfl INSTALLATION This dryer must be properly instated and located in accordance with the Instaflation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, visit our Website at: ge.com. Exhaust/Ducting: m Properly ground dryer to conform...
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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNFORMATiON. READALL iNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE USING. A WARNING'! WHEN USING YOUR DRYER Never reach into the dryer while the drum is • The latmd_ T process can reduce die flame moving. Before loading, unloading or adding remrdancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, clothes, wait until the drum has completely careflflly follow the garment manufacturer's...
• You may wish m soften your laundered fabYics Never attempt to operate this appliance or reduce the static elecu-icity in them by using it is damaged, malflmcfioning, partially a d_yer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, condifioneL We recommend...
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• Braille overlws for the washer and d_Ter conuol panels • Braille Reference Keys that explain the operation of the washer and d_Ter • Use and Gate Audio Tape Order publication number 14-D242, available flom your GE supplier.
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Clothes Care Selection For cottons most linens. For loads consisting of cottons poly-blends. LOADS For wrinkle-free and permanent press items. PRESS PERM ÷1 For knits and sweaters with fabric care labels that say "Machine Dry." For lingerie and special care fabrics. For tumbling items without...
About reversing the door. Reversing the Door Tools needed. • Standard//2 • Tape-tipped • Needle-nosed Phillips screwdriver puttyknife pliers V-_ Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the hinges. _(_qth the door completely open, remove the bottom screw flom each hinge on the dD, er face.
Try also to sort items according to size. For example, do not dry a sheet with socks or other sm_fll items. Donotaddfabricsoftener s heetsoncetheloadhasbecome warm.They maycause fabricsoftenerstains. Bounce ® Fabric Conditioner DryerSheets havebeenapproved for usein all GE Dryerswhenusedin accordance w ith the manufacturer's instructions.
Ventingthe dryer. For the best &Ting performance the d_Ter needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy and run longerif it is not vented to the below specifications.Carefullyfollow the details on Exhaustingin the Installation Instructions. • Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet.
Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. What To Do Possible Causes • Press STOP/CANCEL Controlpads not Controls accidentally put in service mode responding...
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No fabric softener was used • T_y a fabric softeneL • Bounce ®Fabric Conditioner D_yer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance Mill file manufacturer's instructions. Overdrying • TD' a fabric soffeneL • Adjust conuols for less drying.
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GEA's carefldl? selected Appliances partners. General Electric Company FAII,URE COMPI,ETE RETURN THIS CARD DOES DIMINISH YOUR Louisville, KV40225 WARRANTY RIGHTS. ge.com intormation about C,EA's privac) clam usage policy, go to ge.com aim click "Privac) Polic)" or call 800.626.2224.
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 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.
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ContactUs ge. com If you are not satisfied wifll die se_Mce you receive flom GE, contact us on our Website wifll all die details including your phone numbe_, or w_-imm: General Manage_, Gusmmer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park I.ouisville, KY 40225 RegisterYourAppliance ge.