User Manual GE GTDP180GD0WW 6.8 cu. ft. capacity Dura Drum gas dryer

• Owner's manual - (English, Spanish)

Table of contents

• About the dryer control panel
• About the dryer features.
• About reversing the door.
• Loading and using the dryer.
• Troubleshooting Tips

About the dryer control panel

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.

NOTE: 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.

IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.

1 Fabric Care/Temperature (Not all features are on all models)

Cottons/ Reg. Heat For regular to heavy cottons.

Easy Care ./ Med. Heat For synthetics, blends, delicates and items labeled permanent press

DELICATES / Low Heat On some models. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled tumble dry low.

Air Fluff/No Heat For fluffing items without heat. Use the Time Dry cycle.

Automatic cycles automatically determine fabric dryness. Select Less Dry if you want your clothes slightly damp at the end of the drying cycle. Select More Dry if you want them to feel drier.

Timed cycles run for a selected time.

2 Drying Cycles (Not all features are on all models)

Cottons For cottons and most linens. For most loads, select Optimum Dry (on some models).

Permanent -Press/CasualsFor wrinkle-free, permanent press and delicate items, and knits.

Delicates For delicate items, special-care fabrics and knits.

Time Dry Set the Cycle Selector at the desired drying time.

Dewrinkle For removing wrinkles from items that are clean and dry or that are very lightly damp.

Quick Fluff For freshening or fluffing up already dry clothing, fabrics, linens and pillows. Use with Air Fluff No Heat. Provides 10 minutes of no heat tumbling.

3 Start—Close the dryer door. Select Start. Opening the door during operation will stop the dryer. To restart the dryer, close the door and select Start to complete the cycle.

Color Logic (on some models)

Select the correct Fabric Care setting. Match the particular color below the words with the same color on the Cycle Dial.

Example: Drying a load of clothing labeled permanent press.

1. Choose the Fabric Care setting—for this load it would be the Easy Care Med. HEAT (which is a particular color).
2. Turn the Cycle Dial to the area that has the same color as the Fabric Care setting you have chosen—forthis load it would be the Easy Care Automatic.

About the dryer features.

Wrinkle Care Option (on some models)

Use this option to minimize the wrinkles in clothes. It provides approximately 15 minutes of no-heat tumbling after the clothes are dry.

This option can only be used with the Cottons and Easy Care cycles.

If you are using the Cycle Signal knob and you select the Wrinkle Care option, a signal will sound at the end of the drying time and several times during the Wrinkle CARE cycle. This will remind you that it is time to remove the clothes.

If Wrinkle Care is not on, the dryer will stop once the timer reaches the Wrinkle Care mark on the cycle dial.

Cycle Signal Option (on some models)

This signal will sound just before the end of the cycle to remind you to remove the clothes. On some models, the signal sound level cannot be adjusted.

If you selected the Wrinkle Care option, the signal will sound at the end of the drying time and will sound several times during the Wrinkle Care cycle. This will remind you that it is time to remove the clothes.

NOTE:

• Remove garments promptly at the sound of the signal. Place clothes on hangers so wrinkles won't set in.
• Use the Cycle Signal especially when drying fabrics like polyester knits and permanent press. These fabrics should be removed so wrinkles won't set in.

Automatic Cycle Signal (on some models)

At the end of each cycle, there is approximately 15 minutes of no-heat tumbling after the laundry is dry. A reminder signal will sound periodically during this time to remind you to remove the laundry

Drum Lamp (on some models)

Before 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.

Drying Rack (on some models)

A handy drying rack may be used for drying delicate items such as washable sweaters.

Hook the rack over the lint filter so the rack extends into the dryer drum.

NOTE:

• The drying rack must be used with the Time Dry cycle.
• Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.

Stainless Steel Drum (on some models)

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.

About reversing the door.

Reversing the Door

Tools needed:

• Standard #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Tape-tipped putty knife

1. Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the hinges. With the door completely open, remove the bottom screw from each hinge on the dryer face. Insert these screws about half way into the TOP holes, for each hinge, on the opposite side (where you removed the filler plugs). Apply firm pressure to get the screw started in new holes.
   
2. Loosen top screw from each hinge on the dryer face half way. With one hand holding the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the dryer by lifting it UP and OUT.
   
3. Remove the blind plate from the hinge side of the dryer by removing its two screws. Remove the strike plate from the opposite side of the dryer by removing its two screws. Reinstall the plates, on the opposite sides, using two screws in each plate.
   
4. Rotate the door 180°. Insert it on the opposite side of the opening by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws inserted in step 1.
   
5. Remove the remaining screws from the side of the opening from which the door was removed. With these screws, secure each hinge at the bottom. Tighten the two top screws of each hinge. Reinsert the plastic plugs on the side from which the door was removed.
   

Loading and using the dryer.

Always follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.

Sorting and Loading Hints

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 instructions.

Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling.

Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with plastic trim and foam-filled items.

Care and Cleaning of the Dryer

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.

The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use. Moisten your fingers and reach into the filter opening. Run your fingers across the filter. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year.

Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces, use a damp cloth with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Remove the cleaner residue, and then dry with a clean cloth.

The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging.

A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time.

Follow these steps:

1. Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket.
2. Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
3. Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and reconnect the duct.

The Exhaust Hood: Check from the outside that the flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make sure that there is not wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.

Venting the Dryer

For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions.

• Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or UL listed flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside.
• Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
• Use the shortest length possible.
• Do not crush or collapse.
• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
• Venting must conform to local building codes.

Troubleshooting Tips

Before you call for service...