GE DBXR453 User's Manual
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1. Model number Serial number Date of purchase If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included on the inside back cover Or call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline IFYOU SMELL GAS or other flammable vapors 1 Do not try to light any appliance and liquids in the vicinity of A 2 Do not touch any electrical this or any other appliance l switch do not use any phone in your building Installation and service must Y 5 be performed by a qualified 3 Clear the room building or installer service agency or area of all occupants the gas supplier 4 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions 5 Ifyou cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department A California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor Gas appliances can cause of California to publish a list of minor exposure to four of these substances known to the state substances namely benzene to cause cancer birth defects carbon monoxide formaldehyde2. Models DBXR453 DCXR453 Dryer Owner s Manual Important Safety Information Operating Instructions The Controls on Your Dryer Other Dryer Features Helpful Information Specialized Fabric Guide Loading Suggestions Care of Product If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Venting the Dryer GE Service Numbers Warranty Back Cover GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 GE Appliances Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service You Il see it in this easy to use manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you do the laundry That s important because your new dryer will be part of your family for a long time cover of this manual Before USING your dryer Before you call for service Need Help there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Help us help you Read this manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your dryer properly S OO 6 26 2000 Save time and money Check the section titled If Something Goes Wrong before calling This sec tion was designed to solve common problems you might encounter Staple your receipt to the inside back Write down the model and serial numbers here They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door
3. on some models efore replacing the light bulb be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb 14 If Something Goes Wrong Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What to Do Dryer Doesn tStart Doesn t Start l Dryer is unplugged Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet Fuse is blown circuit Check the house fuse circuit breaker breaker is tripped box and replace fuse or reset breaker NOTE Most electric dryers use two breakers Dryer Doesn t Heat l o Fuse is blown circuit breaker Check the house fuse circuit breaker box is tripped the dryer may and replace fuse or reset breaker tumble but not heat Gas service is off Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open Dryer Shakes Or Makes Excessive Noise Some shaking noise is normal Move dryer to an even floorspace or adjust Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even Greasy Spots On Clothes Spots On Clothes Improper use of fabric softener Follow directions on fabric softener package Drying dirty items with Use your dryer to dry only clean items Dirty clean ones items can stain clean items and the dryer Clothes were not completely Sometimes stains which ca
4. PLACE Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc Regularly inspect the exhaust duct to be sure it has not been crushed or otherwise restricted The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned periodically by a qualified individual Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes wait until the drum has completely stopped Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer Skin irritation could result from the remaining glass particles that may be picked up by clothing during subse quent dryer uses The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics To avoid sucha result the garment manufacturer s care instructions should be followed very carefully Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing materials properly Before discarding a dryer or removing from service remove the door of the dryer compartment Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bleaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children preferably ina locked cabinet Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury Keep th
5. dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects Do not use plastic or other com bustible ductwork e Venting must conform to local building codes Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 18 Notes Notes 20 Notes 21 GE Service Numbers GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 For Customers With Special Needs 800 626 2000 22 Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s conve nient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated loca tions offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Upon request GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be han dled in just one visit Consumers with impaired hea
6. DOWN until the top hinge and each hinge on the dryer face the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws inserted in step 3 TO O HO 3 Insert these screws about half o way into the TOP holes for each 7 Remove the remaining screws hinge on the opposite side from the side of the opening Where you removed the filler from which the door was plugs Apply firm pressure to get removed With these screws the screw started in untapped secure each hinge at the bottom holes 4 Loosen the top screw from each hinge on the dryer face half way 8 Tighten the two top screws of 5 With one hand holding the top each hinge of the door and the other hand 9 Reinsert the plastic plugs on holding the bottom remove the the side from which the door door from the dryer by lifting it UP and OUT 10 was removed Helpful Information Specialty Care Guide Always follow Fabric Manufacturer s Care Label or instructions when laundering Otherw ise use the information below as a general guide Item Suggested Care Pillows Mend any holes or weak seams where feather or filling could escape Dry only one pillow at a time Stop dryer occasionally and shake pillow redistributing filling for even drying Check pillow at the end of drying time If it is not completely dry reset dryer for more drying time Dry on low heat only CAUTION Do not dry pillows containing foam rubber Blankets Add 2 4 dry towels
7. and one blanket and set timer for 20 25 minutes Dry only one blanket at a time Do not set control for more than 25 minutes At the end of drying cycle block the blanket back to its original shape Allow blanket to dry thoroughly before storing Cotton Use a medium heat drying setting Synthetic Use a low heat drying setting Down Use a low heat drying setting Extra Large Items Use a low heat drying setting Includes Set dryer for 20 minutes When time is up check and redistribute comforters load Reset dryer for 15 minutes When time is up check and blankets and redistribute load Reset timer for 5 minute intervals Check after mattress pads each 5 minutes to ensure articles do not fill dryer drum Large wet articles should have ample room in the dryer but as they dry and fluff up they may not have room to tumble CAUTION Items without room to tumble may block air flow and could result in scorched items Dry mattress pads separately Use a low heat drying setting 11 i Helpful Information Loading Sorting o As a general rule if clothes are Loading Hints 12 sorted properly for the washer they are sorted properly for the dryer Sort by color Separate colorfast from non colorfast fabrics e Whites Lights e Darks Separate by fabric type e Cottons and linens Permanent press cottons and blends Synthetic and poly knits e Delicates Avoid drying very small loads Sort clot
8. d write reason you are not happy with the Major Appliance Consumer SETVICE YOU FECEIVE here are three Action Program steps to follow for further help 90 North Wacker Drive First contact the people who ser Chicago IL 60606 viced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 23 What Is Covered What Is Not Covered VIVIANA Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the dryer that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY From the second through fifth year from date of original purchase we will replace free of charge an extra large or super capacity dryer drum that fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Owner s Manual If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address be
9. e floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping 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 Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an OFF position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply Be Do not tamper with the controls You may wish to soften your Do not operate this appliance laundered fabrics or reduce if itis damaged malfunctioning the static electricity in them partially disassembled or by using dryer applied fabric has missing or broken parts softeners or an anti static including a damaged cord conditioner We recommend or plug you use either a fabric softener in the wash cycle according to Never climb on or stand on the o the manufacturer s instructions dryer top for those products or trya DO NOT place items exposed to dryer added product for which cooking oils in your dryer Items the manufacturer gives written contaminated with cooking oils assurance on the package that may contribute to a chemical their product can be safely used reaction that could cause a in your dryer clothes load to catch fire Service or performance prob If yours is a gas dryer it is
10. every load Check installation instructions for proper ducting venting Make sure ducting is clean free of kinks and unobstructed Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily See the Venting the Dryer section Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers Since most dryers use 2 fuses breakers make sure both are operating 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 A Problem Possible Causes What to Do Clothes Are Wrinkled Are Wrinkled l o Overdrying e Select a shorter drying time Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture Letting items sit in dryer Remove items when cycle ends and fold or after cycle ends hang immediately Clothes Shrink Some fabrics will naturally To avoid shrinkage follow garment care shrink when washed Others labels exactly ree ee De ne Some items may be pressed back into shape shrink in the dryer zer P after drying e If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular item do not machine wash or tumble dry it 17 2 Venting the Dryer For the best drying performance the dryer needs to be properly vented Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions Use only rigid metal or flexible Use the shortest length possible metal 4 diameter ductwork Do not crush or collapse inside the
11. hes by weight so you won t have to run an extra cycle for one or two heavier slower drying items Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm This may cause fabric softener stains e Do not overload This causes inefficient operation and unnecessary wrinkling Clothes need to tumble freely Separate lint producers from lint collectors Lint producers terry cloth and chenille Lint collectors velveteen and corduroy Sort by weight Heavy Items Light Items Non colorfast fabrics may bleed or fade Sort by individual color Do not dry the following items Fiberglass items e Woolens Rubber coated items o Plastics Items with plastic trim e Foam filled items Care 7 Cleaning A Interior The drum is rust resistant using a detergent and water paste However colored fabrics which or a mild abrasive such as Soft lose color or bleed in the washer Scrub Rinse thoroughly Then may cause discoloration of the dry tumble dry several wet rags or old er drum We recommend that the towels for 20 to 30 minutes before dryer drum be cleaned with a cloth using the dryer normally Exterior Wipe off any spills or washing Apply these pretreatment products compounds Wipe or dust with away from the dryer The fabric a damp cloth Try not to strike may then be washed and dried the surface with sharp objects normally Damage to your dryer Dryer control panel and finishes caused by
12. hich vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Part No 175D1807P 237 Pub No 49 9966 me If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 500A 277P 020 Printed in Canada DBXR453 DCXR453
13. lems caused by the use of these equipped with an automatic products are the responsibility electric ignition and does not have a pilot light DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH Burns may result from having your hand in the of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under the warranty of this appliance vicinity of the burner when the automatic ignition may turn on SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The controls STARI on your dryer A dlean the Lint Filter Cean the lint filter each time you use the dryer CAUTION Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place FABRIC CARE DELICATES INNO HEAT LOW HEAT Fabric Care Selections Always follow Fabric Manufacturer s Care Label or instructions when laundering Use this chart as a general guide Drying Selections Usage Cottons High Heat For regular to heavy cottons Perm Press Med Heat For synthetics blends and items labeled permanent press Knits Delicates Low Heat For delicates synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low Fluff No Heat For fluffing items without heat Use the Timed Dry cycle Cycle Descnptions Avitorretic Drying Cycles Cycles autorratically sense diryness Timed Dry Cycles Cycles run for a selected time Automatic Permanent Press Aubomatic Cothons Timed Dry For synthetic blends and delicates For cottons and most linens For most Set the Cycle Selector at Select M
14. liance or ordinances Follow details in attempt any servicing unless Installation Instructions specifically recommended in this Install or store where the tempera Owner s Manual or in published ture is above 50 F 10 C Do user repalr instructions that you not install the dryer where it will understand and have the skills be exposed to the weather to carry out Connect to a properly rated When disconnecting this appliance pull by the plug rather protected and sized power supply than the cord to avoid damage to circuit to avoid electrical overload the cord or junction of cord and plug Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress TT e Exhaust Duct See Installation Instructions Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4 diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COL LAPSES OR BECOMES OTHER WISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING INSTALLATION 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 pillows etc as these materials may melt or burn Also some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion Do not
15. low or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation KKK KKK EK K E KEEK EK K KE K K K K EK K K K KK KKK K KKK K KKK K This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical exhausting and other connecting facilities Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Failure of the product if it is misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights w
16. nnot be seen when clean the clothes are wet appear after drying Use proper washing procedures before drying LintOnClothes On Clothes Lint filter s full e 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 15 If Something Goes Wrong Problem Possible Causes Whatto Do Static Occurs Overdrying e Try a fabric softener Clothes Take Too Long To Dry 16 No fabric softener was used Synthetics permanent press and blends can cause static Improper sorting Large loads of heavy items like beach towels Controls improperly set Lint filter is full Improper or obstructed ducting Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers Overloading combining loads Underloading Adjust controls for less drying e Try a fabric softener e Try a fabric softener Separate heavy items from lightweight items generally a well sorted washer load is a well sorted dryer load Large heavy loads contain more moisture and take longer to dry Separate large heavy items into smaller loads to speed drying time Match control settings to the load you are drying Clean lint filter before
17. or other reproductive harm and soot caused primarily by the and requires businesses to warn incomplete combustion of natural customers of potential exposure gas or LP fuels to such substances Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors H Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using A Warning To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following sections Safety Precautions Precautions Use this appliance only for its Gas dryers MUST be exhausted intended purpose as described to the outside Carefully follow in this Owner s Manual the Exhausting details in the This dryer must be properly Installation Instructions installed and located in Exhausting electric dryers to accordance with the Installation the outside is STRONGLY Instructions before it is used RECOMMENDED to prevent If you did not receive an large amounts of moisture and Installation Instructions sheet lint from being blown into the with your dryer you can obtain room Carefully follow the one by calling toll free the GE Exhausting details in the Answer Center 800 626 2000 Installation Instructions Properly ground to conform Do not repair or replace with all governing codes and any part of the app
18. ore Dryfor heavier loads loads select the Preferred Regular the desired drying time Less Dryfor lighter loads Setting Set towards More Dryfor heavier fabrics Less Dryfor lighter Danp Dry fabrics To leave items partially dry set Cycle Selector on Damp Dry setting Dewrinkle AUTOMATIC AUTOMATIC For removing wrinkles DAMP DRY 50 A Selecting Drying Cycle Select an automatic or timed cycle See the above Cycle Descriptions from items that are clean PRESS and dry or that are very lightly damp Set the Cycle Selector on the DOAN Dewrinkle setting NOTE ALtonatic drying times will vary according to the type of heat used Electric Natural or LP gas size of load types of fabrics wetness of Clothes and condition of exhaust ducts 30MIN o TIMED DRY Starting Dryer e Close the dryer door e Select START Opening the door during the operation will stop the dryer To restart the dryer close the door and select START to complete the cycle See next page for other dryer features O a Operating Instructions Other dryer features your model has Reversing the Door the Door Tools Needed e Standard 2 Phillips screw driver e Tape tipped putty knife e Needle nosed pliers 1 Open the door and remove the 6 Rotate the door 180 Insert it filler plugs opposite the hinges on the opposite side of the open 2 With the door completely open ing by Browne the acer IN and remove the bottom screw from
19. pretreatment products may be damaged by some laundry is not covered by your warranty pretreatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the dryer LintFilter Before every dryer use clean the lint filter It is easier to remove the lint when your fingers are moistened To keep your dryer operating at peak performance be sure to have a technician vacuum the lint from the machine every three years Storage torage To store your dryer for a short peri od of time disconnect the power supply and clean the lint filter 13 i Helpful Information Exhaust Duct Inspect and clean the dryer To clean the exhaust duct follow exhaust ducting at least once these steps a year to prevent clogging A 1 Turn off electrical supply by partially clogged exhaust can disconnecting the plug from lengthen the drying time the wall socket 2 Disconnect exhaust duct from the dryer 3 Vacuum the exhaust duct with the hose attachment 4 Reconnect the exhaust duct to the dryer ExhaustHood Hood Make sure the inside flaps of the exhaust hood move freely you may want to check with a mirror Make sure inside flaps are fully open when dryer is operating e Make sure there is not wildlife birds insects etc nesting inside the exhaust duct or hood Check the inside of the exhaust hood with a mirror to rid of debris Drum Lamp Bef hd
20. ring or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletype writer may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request informa tion or service Para los clientes de habla espa hol Para obtener la versi n en espa ol de este manual llame a e eh u GE Answer Center servicio de informaci n para el consumidor 800 626 2000 tel fono 800 626 2000 Service Contracts Contracts nn You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still 800 626 2224 be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories and Accessories l Individuals qualified to service Care and cleaning instructions con 800 626 2002 their own appliances can have tained in this manual cover proce parts or accessories sent directly dures to be performed by any user to their home The GE parts system Other servicing generally should be provides access to over 47 000 referred to qualified service person parts and all GE Genuine Renewal nel Caution must be exercised Parts are fully warranted VISA since improper servicing may cause MasterCard and Discover cards unsafe operation are accepted Further Service Service oo We re proud of our service and Finally if your problem is still want you to be pleased If for some not resolve
21. store items that may burn or melt such as clothing paper material plastics or plastic containers etc on top of the dryer during operation Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry such as life jackets contain ing Kapok must not be put in your dryer 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 paint oil gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water Do not use these substances around your washer and or dryer during operation Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or which 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 all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes 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 H Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using 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
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