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USING THE DRYER
CARE AND CLEANING
TROUBLESHOOTING

Owner's Guide Electric Dryer

USING THE DRYER

Getting started

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING INFORMATION before operating this appliance.

WARNING - Fire Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing).
No washer can completely remove oil.
DO NOT dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance will vary from your model.

WiFi Connect (For customers in the United States only - on some models)

Your dryer is GE Appliances WiFi Connect enabled.

Quick Start:

Step 1

Clean lint filter
Loosely add items.
Close door.

NOTE: Dryer will not start with door open.

Step 2

If the screen is dark, press the Power pad to “wake up” the display.

Step 3

Select a sensor dry cycle. (Defaults are set for each dry cycle. These default settings can be changed. See the cycle descriptions for more information.)

Select TIMED DRY and set Time, Temp and Level.

Step 4

Press the Start/Pause pad.

Features and appearance will vary.

A. Power

Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the dryer into idle mode.

NOTE: Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

B. Start and Pause

Press Start to begin the cycle.

NOTE: The door must be closed for the dryer to start the cycle. Pressing Start again will pause the cycle, the Start light will blink and “Pause” will display.

To continue the cycle, press Start again.

C. Display and Status Lights

The display shows the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle and the dryer cycle status (Sense, Drying, Damp and Cool).

In addition, the display will show:

D. Drying Cycles

E. Settings

Individual settings for cycle minutes (Time), dryness level (Level) and temperature (Temp) can be set from the minimum (lowest in column) to maximum (highest in column). In general, the higher up the column, the more energy will be used. NOTE: The selected cycle set Time can be further adjusted, in one minute increments, by pressing the More Time + and Less Time - pads.

F. Options

Reduce Static (on some models)
When selected, the dryer will spray a mist of water onto the load, at the end of the drying cycle, to reduce static.
This option is not available with BULKY, SANITIZE or STEAM cycles.

Damp Alert (Damp Alert/WiFi pad)
This option causes the dryer to beep when clothes have dried to a damp level. Remove items that you wish to hang dry. The Damp Alert will only beep when this option is selected (but the dry cycle will keep running).
Removing clothes and hanging them when they are damp, can reduce the need to iron some items.

Delay Dry
Press the Delay Dry pad to set the delay start time in 1 hour increments up to 24 hours, and then back to clear (0 hours). After selecting the delay start time, press Start and the delay time will count down the time remaining until the cycle starts.

NOTE: To set the amount of delay time faster, you can press and hold the Delay Dry pad.

Delay Dry for WiFi Connected Dryers

See other models: JES1657BMTS JP3530TJWW JVW5361FJDS GCE06GGHBB GDT665SGNBB
You have two options to set Delay Dry using your smartphone.
Option 1: Follow Delay Dry instructions. You can use the GE Appliances Laundry App to adjust the amount of time via your smartphone.
Option 2 - Remote Start: Set your dryer to “AP” using the Delay Dry pad. This allows you to use the GE Appliances Laundry App via your smartphone to start your dryer remotely at the time of your choosing. If the dryer is set to AP with no activity, it will start the dryer 24 hours later.

Air Fluff (on some models)
Provides 10 minutes of tumbling time with no heat. NOTE: On models without AIR FLUFF cycle, select TIMED DRY and set Temp to No Heat.

Sound
Use the Sound pad to change the volume of the pad presses and the end of cycle signal. Press the pad until you reach the desired volume or off. The clothes should be removed when the end of cycle signal goes off so wrinkles do not set in.

NOTE:

Remove garments promptly at the sound of signal. Place clothes on hangers so wrinkles will not set in.
Use the Sound especially when drying fabrics like polyester, knits and permanent press. These fabrics should be removed so wrinkles will not set in.

Wrinkle Care
Use this option to minimize the wrinkles in clothes. It provides 1 hour of no-heat tumbling after the clothes are dry. If you are using the cycle Sound 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.

More Time + / Less Time -
The selected cycle set Time can be further adjusted, in one minute increments, by pressing the More Time + and Less Time - pads.

ecoDry
Available for BULKY, TOWELS, COTTONS, MIXED LOADS, ACTIVE WEAR and DELICATES. When the ecoDry pad is pressed, cycle settings change to reduce the total energy consumption of the selected sensor cycle.

NOTE: Cycle times will change when ecoDry is selected. The ecoDry option will default to on for COTTONS. For optimal energy savings, turn ecoDry on. For optimal drying times, turn ecoDry off.

NOTE: Energy savings will vary across loads and cycles.

Light
The drum light will turn on if the Light pad is pressed or the door is opened. It will turn off when the door is shut, the Light pad is pressed again or after 5 minutes if the door is left open.

Small Load (on some models)
Select to use for a small load with any sensor cycle (except SANITIZE).

My Settings
As the cycle selector knob is turned, the Time (timed dry), Level (dryness level) and Temp (temperature) settings change to automatic pre-set default settings. If you desire a different setting, press the appropriate pad(s). Then press and hold the My Settings pad for 3 seconds and the dryer will “remember” these settings for that Knob Selection. In the future, when you turn the selector knob to that cycle, your settings will be automatically recalled.

NOTE: Signal sound cannot be set for My Settings.

Control Lock
You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by touching pads with this option selected. To lock/unlock the dryer controls, press and hold the Light pad for 3 seconds. The control lock icon will flash while locking/unlocking, stay on when locked, and turn off when unlocked.

NOTE: The Power pad can still be used when the machine is locked.

WiFi (Damp Alert/WiFi pad)
Press and hold the Damp Alert/WiFi pad for 3 seconds to activate.

Loading

Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.

Sorting and Loading Hints

WARNING - Fire Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing).
No washer can completely remove oil.
DO NOT dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer. Try also to sort items according to size. For example, do not dry a sheet with socks or other small items.

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 this dryer when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling.

Drying Rack (on some models)

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

To install the drying rack, place the rack all the way into the dryer drum and fit its feet down and securely into place in the dryer.

NOTES:

The drying rack must be used with the TIMED DRY cycle. Use with sensor cycles may result in damp items or extended cycle times.
Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.

CARE AND CLEANING

Interior and Duct
The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned once a year by qualified service personnel.

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:

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

The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make sure that there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.

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.

Lint Filter

Clean the lint filter before each use.

Remove by pulling straight up. Run your fingers across the filter. A waxy buildup may form on the lint filter from using dryer added fabric softener sheets.

To remove this buildup, wash the lint screen in warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly and replace.

Vacuum the lint from the dryer lint filter area if you notice a change in dryer performance.

NEVER OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS FILTER IN PLACE.

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 stainless steel used to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE Appliances 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.

Drum Light

The drum light is an LED light. Replacement must be done by a qualified technician.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Possible Cause	What To Do
Dryer shakes or makes noise	Some shaking/noise is normal. Dryer may be sitting unevenly.	Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as necessary until even.
Clothes take too long to dry	Improper or obstructed ducting	Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer venting is correct. Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and unobstructed. Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily.
	Improper sorting	Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).
	Large loads of heavy fabrics (like beach towels)	Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take longer to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into smaller loads to speed drying time.
	Controls improperly set	Match control settings to the load you are drying.
	Lint filter is full	Clean lint filter before every load.
	Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker	Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. NOTE: Some electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure both are operating.
	Overloading/combining loads	Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer at a time.
	Underloading	If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items to ensure proper tumbling.
	ecoDry is enabled	The ecoDry feature is designed to operate your dryer in the most energy efficient mode, which is not always the fastest mode. In some instances, dry times may be extended to reduce overall energy usage for the cycle.
The Dry dryness level was chosen but load is still damp	Load consists of a mixture of heavy and light fabrics	When combining heavy and light fabrics in a load, choose More Dry.
The Dry dryness level was chosen but load is still damp	Exhaust system is blocked	Inspect and clean exhaust system.
Dryer doesn’t start	Control panel is “asleep”	This is normal. Press Power to activate the control panel.
	Dryer is unplugged	Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet.
	Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped	Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Some electric dryers use two fuses/ breakers, make sure both are operating.
	Dryer was accidentally paused when starting Delay Dry	If the light on the Start/Pause pad is flashing, the dryer is paused. Press Start/Pause to restart the countdown.
No numbers displayed during cycle, only lights	Dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of moisture in the clothes	This is normal. When the dryer senses a low level of moisture in the load, the dryer will display the dry time remaining.
Time Remaining jumped to a lower number	The estimated time may change when a smaller load than usual is drying	This is normal.
Cannot make a selection and the dryer beeps twice	The dryness Level, Temp or option that you are trying to select is in compatible with the chosen dry cycle	This is normal.
Dryer is running but 00 is displayed in Time Remaining	The Wrinkle Care option was chosen	This is normal. During extended tumbling, the time remaining is not displayed. The extended tumbling option lasts approximately 60 minutes.
“Check Vent” light is on	Lint filter is full	Clean lint filter, dry a load on an automatic cycle and verify that light turns off.
	Improper or obstructed ducting	Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer venting is correct. Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and unobstructed. Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily. Dry a load on an automatic cycle and verify that light turns off.
	Exhaust system is blocked	Inspect and clean the exhaust system. Dry a load on an automatic cycle and verify that light turns off.
Dryer doesn’t heat	Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped; the dryer may tumble but not heat	Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble if only one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped. NOTE: Some electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure both are operating.
	Gas service is off (gas models only)	Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open.
	LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas (gas models only)	Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.
	No heat temperature selected	Select another heat setting
Inconsistent drying times	Type of heat	Drying time will vary according to the type of heat used. If you recently changed from an electric to a gas (natural or LP) dryer, or vice versa, the drying time could be different.
Inconsistent drying times	Type of load and drying conditions	The load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the length and condition of the exhaust system will affect drying times.
Clothes are still wet and dryer shut off after a short time	The door was opened mid-cycle. The load was then removed from the dryer and a new load put in without selecting a new cycle	A dry cycle must be reselected each time a new load is put in.
	Small load	When drying 3 items or less, choose QUICK DRY or TIMED DRY.
	Load was already dry except for collars and waist bands	Choose QUICK DRY or TIMED DRY to dry damp collars and waist bands. In the future, when drying a load with collars and waist bands, choose More Dry.
	Dryer is not level	Move dryer to an even floor space or adjust leveling legs as necessary until even.
Clothes are wrinkled	Overdrying	Select a shorter drying time. Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture. Select a Less Dry or Damp setting.
	Letting items sit in dryer after cycle ends	Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang immediately, or use the Wrinkle Care option.
	Overloading	Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Clothes shrink	Some fabrics will naturally shrink when washed. Others can be safely washed, but will shrink in the dryer.	To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. Some items maybe pressed back into shape after drying. If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it.
Greasy spots on clothes	Improper use of fabric softener	Follow directions on fabric softener package.
	Drying dirty items with clean ones	Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can stain clean items and the dryer.
	Clothes were not completely clean	Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes are wet appear after drying. Use proper washing procedures before drying.
Lint on clothes	Lint filter is full	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 occurs.
	Overloading	Separate large loads into smaller ones.
	Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets	Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
Static occurs	No fabric softener was used	Try a fabric softener. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Appliances dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
	Overdrying	Try a fabric softener. Adjust setting to Less Dry or Damp.
	Synthetics, permanent press and blends can cause static	Try a fabric softener.
Collars and waist bands still wetat end of cycle	The dryness monitor senses that the body of the clothes is dry	Choose QUICK DRY or TIMED DRY to dry damp collars and waist bands. In the future, when drying a load with collars and waist bands, choose More Dry.
Slight variation in metallic color	This is normal	Due to the metallic properties of paint used for this unique product, slight variations of color may occur due to viewing angles and lighting conditions.
Dryer continues to tumble after display says Complete	Wrinkle Care was selected	Ensure Wrinkle Care option is not selected. For the Steam Refresh cycle, Wrinkle Care will automatically be turned on and cannot be turned off.
Door is too foggy to see clothes during a steam cycle	Steam condenses on inner door	This is normal.
Water seen on inside of door and top of lint filter when opening door after steam cycle	Steam condenses on these surfaces	This is normal.
Small areas on clothes are damp after steam cycle	Steam condenses on inner drum	If using the STEAM Dewrinkle cycle, manually reduce the cycle time. If using the STEAM Refresh cycle, add more garments to the load.
Small amount of water on floor in front of dryer	Inadequate load size for steam cycle selected, excess steam condenses inside cabinet and leaks out	If using the STEAM Dewrinkle cycle, manually reduce the cycle time. If using the STEAM Refresh cycle, add more garments to the load.
Water on floor in back of dryer	Loose water hose connection	Tighten connection.
Water on floor in back of dryer	Hose missing rubber washer at connection with valve	Install rubber washer provided with hose.
Water drips from door when opened after a Steam Cycle	Steam condenses on inner door	This is normal.
Cannot see steam at beginning of cycle	Steam released at different times in the cycle	This is normal.
Cannot see steam during cycle	The steam nozzle might be clogged with debris from your water supply	Call GE Appliances at 877.959.8688 to order nozzle replacement kit WE25M71 or to request a technician to replace this for you.
Garments still wrinkled after steam cycle	Too many garments	Load fewer garments; manually increase time.
	Lint filter not clean	Clean lint filter
	Load is children/infant garments	Use the Steam Refresh cycle

User Manual GE GFD55ESSNWW 7.8 cu. ft. Capacity Smart Front Load Electric Dryer with Sanitize Cycle