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GE Monogram DCXH46, PSXH43, DSXH43, DPXH46, DH43 manual

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    175D1807P460 49-90193 08-03 JR 350A4502P325 Rev . 1 134287400 GEAppliances.com Dr yers Safety Instr uctions . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5 Operating Instr uctions Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Loading and Using the Dr[...]

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    GE & Y ou, A Service Partnership. FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # They are on the label on the left side of the door opening. Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dryer properly . Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life [...]

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    ■ Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions. ■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather . ■ Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload. ■ Remove all[...]

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    4 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! YOUR LAUNDRY AREA ■ Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials, such as lint, paper , rags and chemicals. ■ Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping. ■ Keep area around the exh[...]

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    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. ■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically rec[...]

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    6 About the dryer control panel. Control Settings Fabric Care COTTONS For regular to heavy cottons. REG. HEA T PERM. PRESS For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press or tumble dry medium heat. MED HEA T KNITS/ For knits, delicates, synthetics and items labeled t umble dry low heat. DELICA TES LOW HEA T AIR FLUFF For fluffing items wit[...]

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    About your dryer features. Cycle Signal Option (on some models) When the signal is on it will sound just before the end of the cycle to remind you to remove the clothes. The signal can be set at OFF (no sound), LOUD or anywhere in between. If the dried load cannot be removed promptly during the EASY CARE cycle, the Cycle Selector will advance to th[...]

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    As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer , they are sorted properly for the dryer . Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce ® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’ s i[...]

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    Installation Spacemaker Dryer Instructions Models DCXH46 DSXH43 DPXH46 DH43 PSXH43 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instr uctions completely and carefully . • IMPORT ANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’ s use. • IMPORT ANT – Obser ve all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions[...]

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    1. Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of the new dryer . 2. Check to be sure that the existing external exhaust is clean and that it meets attached installation specifications. 3. Place the four corner posts from the shipping carton on the floor , parallel to each other , 2–3 ″ apart. Carefully lay the dryer on its left side on top o[...]

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    ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMA TION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS Installation Instructions W ARNING – T o reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury: • DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE. • THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERL Y GROUNDED. This dr yer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or[...]

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    EXHAUST SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Installation Instructions Use only 4 ″ (10.2 cm) diameter (minimum) rigid metal duct for best perfor mance , or flexible metal duct, and approved vent hood which has swing-out dampers that open when the dryer is in operation. When the dr yer stops, the dampers automatically close to prevent drafts and the entrance of i[...]

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    Installation Instructions EXHAUST DUCTING LENGTH The exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned a minimum of every year with normal usage. The more the dryer is used, the more often you should check the exhaust system and vent hood for proper operation. • DO NOT assemble the duct work with fasteners that extend into the duct. They will serve [...]

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    Installation Instructions 14 LOCA TION OF YOUR DRYER Do Not Install the Dr yer: 1. Do not install the dr yer in an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. 2. Do not install the dr yer in an area where it will come in contact with curtains, drapes or anything that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air . 3. Do[...]

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    Installation Instructions 15 MOBILE HOME INST ALLA TION 1. Dryer MUST be exhausted outside (outdoors, not beneath the mobile home) using metal ducting that will not support combustion. Metal ducting must be 4 ″ (10.16 cm) in diameter with no obstructions. Rigid metal duct is preferred. 2. If the dryer is exhausted through the floor , the exhaust [...]

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    Installation Instructions 16 GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS W ARNING: The following are specific requirements for proper and safe electrical installation of your dryer . Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical shock and/or a fire hazard. This appliance MUST be properly grounded. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly gr[...]

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    NOT for use in Canada. DO NOT use for Mobile Home Installations. NOT for use on new constr uction. 1. Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer upper corner . 2. Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord entry hole of the mounting bracket. Finger -t[...]

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    1. Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of the dryer . Conversion to LP Gas: DO NOT connect the dryer to LP gas ser vice without converting the gas valve. An LP conversion kit (Pub. No. 14–A038) MUST be installed by a qualified gas technician. a. Connect a 1/2 ″ (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid or approved pipe from gas supply line to the[...]

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    W ARNING: • T o reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. T urning the controls to the OFF position does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply . • Refer to the washer and dryer installation instructions prior to stacking appliances. Reading all of the[...]

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    The numbers in the illustration correspond to steps. 5. Using the blade end of a putty knife covered with masking tape, carefully remove the hole plugs located in the bottom of the dryer front panel. 6. Remove the 4 legs from the dryer base. 7. Place the dryer on top of the washer . Slide the dryer back into the rear brackets (7A) then drop the fro[...]

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    21 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Dryer doesn’t start Dr yer is unplugged • Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet. Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is • Check the building’ s f[...]

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    Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Static occurs Overdr ying • T r y a fabric softener . • Adjust controls for less drying. No fabric softener was used • T r y a fabric softener . Synthetics, per manent press and • T r y a fabric softener . blends can cause static Inconsistent drying times T ype of heat • Automatic drying times will var [...]

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    23 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Notes.[...]

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    24 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service GE Dryer W arranty . (For customers in the United States) ■ Ser vice trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. ■ Improper installation, deliver y or maintenance. ■ Failure of the product if it is abuse[...]

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    25 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions GE Dryer W arranty . (For customers in Canada) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized technician. For service, call 1.800.361.3400. ■ Ser vice trips to your home to teach you how to use the produc[...]

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    26 Consumer Support. GE Appliances W ebsite In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? T r y the GE Appliances W ebsite 24 hours a day , any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can [...]