Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Operating Instructions
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Cycle Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Dryer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14
Loading and Using
the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 17
“My Cycles” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 12
Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Summary Screen . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 10
Troubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Installation Instructions
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . .18–20
Connecting a Gas Dryer . . . . .21–24
Connecting an
Electric Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25–27
Exhausting the Dryer . . . . . . . .28–32
Final Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 34
Reversing the Door Swing . . . .35, 36
Switching the Washer and
Dryer Backsplashes . . . . . . . . .37–40
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . .41
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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3828EL2001A 175D1807P416 49-90152-4 12-03 JR
DPGT750
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ________________
Serial # ________________
They are on the label on the
front of the dryer behind
the door.
Owner’s Manual
and Installation
Instructions
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light a match, or cigarette,
or turn on any gas or electrical appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
Clear the room, building, or area of all
occupants.
Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions carefully.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
• Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act
This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers
of potential exposure to such substances.
Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas
or LP fuels.
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can
be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
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 loss of life.
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PROPER INSTALLATION
• 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 sharp packing items and dispose
of all shipping materials properly.
Exhaust/Ducting:
Gas dryers MUST be exhausted to the
outside.
Exhausting electric dryers to the outside is
strongly recommended to prevent large
amounts of moisture and lint from being
blown into the room.
Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork
inside the dryer cabinet. USE OF PLASTIC
OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK
CAN CAUSE A FIRE. PUNCTURED
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT
COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE
RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING
INSTALLATION.
For complete details, follow the Installation
Instructions.
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YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
• Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials
(lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals
and other flammable vapors and liquids.
• Keep the floor around your appliances clean
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance
is used by or near children. Do not allow
children to play on, with or inside this or
any other appliance.
• Keep the area around the exhaust opening
and adjacent surrounding areas free from the
accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
• Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents
and bleaches) out of the reach of children,
preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all
warnings on container labels to avoid injury.
• Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it
is used. Installation Instructions are included in the back of this manual.
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 loss of life.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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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 loss of life.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER
• Never reach into the dryer while the drum is
moving. Before loading, unloading, or adding
clothes, wait until the drum has completely
stopped.
• 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 PLACE.
• 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, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers,
dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene). These
substances give off vapors that may ignite or
explode. Do not add these substances to the
wash water. Do not use or place these
substances around your washer or dryer
during operation.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in
your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking
oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that
could cause a clothes load to catch fire.
• Any article on which you have used a cleaning
solvent or that contains flammable materials
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used
in beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops)
must not be placed in or near the dryer until
solvents or flammable materials 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.
• The laundry process can reduce the flame
retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result,
carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s
care instructions.
• Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic,
foam or similar materials such as padded bras,
galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants,
plastic bags and pillows, that may melt or burn.
Some rubber materials, when heated, can
under certain circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.
• Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that
may burn or melt on top of the dryer during
operation.
• Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or
Do Not Tumble Dry (such as life jackets
containing kapok) must not be put in
your dryer.
• Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer.
Skin irritation could result from the remaining
particles that may be picked up by clothing
during subsequent dryer uses.
• To minimize the possibility of electric shock,
unplug this appliance from the power supply
or disconnect the dryer at the building’s
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: Pressing STOP or POWER
does NOT disconnect the appliance from
the power supply.
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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 loss of life.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.)
• Never attempt to operate this appliance if
it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially
disassembled, or has missing or broken parts,
including a damaged cord or plug.
• The interior of the machine and the exhaust
duct connection inside the dryer should be
cleaned at least once a year by a qualified
technician. See the Loading and Using the
Dryer section.
• If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with an
automatic 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 vicinity of the burner
when the automatic ignition turns on.
• You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics
or reduce the static electricity in them by using
a dryer-applied fabric softener or an antistatic
conditioner. We recommend you use either
a fabric softener in the wash cycle, according
to the manufacturer’s instructions for those
products, or try a dryer-added product for
which the manufacturer gives written assurance
on the package that their product can be safely
used in your dryer. Service or performance
problems caused by use of these products are
the responsibility of the manufacturers of
those products and are not covered under
the warranty of this appliance.
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 recommended in this
Owner’s Manual or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have
the skills to carry out.
• Before discarding a dryer, or removing it from
service, remove the dryer door to prevent
children from hiding inside.
• Do not tamper with controls.
Dryer Control Panel
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1 POWER. Press to “wake up” the display.
If the display is active, press to put the dryer
into standby mode. You may also press the
Touch Screen or any button to “wake up”
the display.
NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect
the appliance from the power supply.
2 MY CYCLES. Press to use, create, rename,
modify or delete custom dry cycles.
3 BACK. Press to return to the previous screen.
4 TOUCH SCREEN. Press the graphics on the
interactive display to use the dryer features.
Do not use sharp objects to press the Touch
Screen.
NOTE: If the dryer is inactive for 5 minutes,
the Touch Screen will go into standby mode,
and the display will be dark. Press the Touch
Screen or any button to “wake up” the display.
5 HOME. Press to return to the “TOUCH TO
SELECT Sensor DRY CYCLE” screen (Home
Screen).
6 START/STOP. Press to start a dry cycle. If
the dryer is running, pressing once will pause
the dryer. Press again to restart the dry cycle.
NOTE: If the dryer is paused and the cycle is
not restarted within one hour, the dryer will
enter standby mode and the current dry cycle
will be canceled.
7 HELP. Press to set machine preferences, to
find help using the Touch Screen or to find
troubleshooting tips for common dryer
problems.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
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Quick Start
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Getting
Started
If the Touch
Screen is dark,
press POWER
or the Touch
Screen to access
the dry cycles
menu.
Clean the lint filter.
IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each
time you use the dryer.
Add clothes. Do not overload. This wastes
energy and promotes wrinkling.
Select one of the four drying methods
from the Home Screen:
• Press BY FABRIC to dry according to
fabric type.
• Press BY GARMENT to dry according to
clothing type.
• Press SPECIAL CYCLES to dry
nongarment items, to dry without heat
or to dry using the drying rack.
• Press TIMED DRY to specify a drying
time and temperature.
Change any of the automatic settings,
if desired, by pressing the Touch Screen
and following the on-screen instructions.
By changing the settings you can:
• Change the level of dryness
• Change the drying temperature
• Set a Delay Start or Extended Tumble,
or change the End-of-Cycle Signal
volume
• Adjust time settings
Close the door and press START.
The dryer will not operate unless the door
is closed.
BY FABRIC BY GARMENT
TOUCH TO SELECT
Sensor
DRY CYCLE
SPECIAL
CYCLES
TIMED DRY
SUMMARY SCREEN
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TIMEOPTIONS
TEMPDRYNESSCYCLE
COTTONS MORE DRY
START
STOP
SENDING INFO TO DRYER... RECEIVING...
Washer
Communicated
Cycles
If the Washer/Dryer Communication features
of your washer and dryer are turned ON, your
dryer will receive cycle information from your
washer to create a dry cycle that matches your
wash load.
After the wash cycle is complete, communication
begins once either the washer or dryer Touch
Screen is activated.
Once the information is received, your dryer
can then create the optimal dry cycle for your
load. You can then change any of the automatic
cycles, as desired.
NOTE: For some communicated wash cycles,
your dryer will prompt you to select a FABRIC
TYPE.
See “Final Setup” in the Installation Instructions
for attaching the serial cable for Washer/Dryer
Communication.
Washer Display Dryer Display
Home Screen
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Drying by
Fabric Type
If the Touch Screen is dark, press POWER or the Touch Screen to access the dry cycles menu.
The default cycle settings are based on standard load types. Always follow the fabric
manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
• Blends
• Cottons
• Delicates
• Knits
• Polyester
• Silks (Washable)
BY FABRIC
Drying by
Garment
Type
• Athletic Wear
• Blouses
• Delicates
• Dress Shirts
• Easy Care
• Everyday
Wear/Casual
• Jackets/Coats
• Jeans
• Khakis
• Knits
• Lingerie
• Mixed Garments
• Play Clothes
• Silks (Washable)
• Sweaters
• Swimwear
• Underwear
BY GARMENT
Select By FABRIC to dry loads sorted by fabric type.
FABRIC CYCLES include:
Select By Garment to dry loads sorted by garment type.
GARMENT CYCLES include:
Drying Using
Timed Dry
1 Press TIMED DRY.
2 Use the arrows to set more or less time; then press OK.
3 Use the arrows to set the temperature; then press OK.
4 Press START.
TIMED DRY
Select TIMED DRY to set your own drying time.
Timed Dry is also recommended for small loads.
Drying
Using the
Special
Cycles
• Air Dry
• Blankets (Cotton)
• Blankets (Other)
• Comforter
• Dewrinkle
• Dryel
™
• Pet Bedding
(Washable)
• Pillows (Washable)
• Rack Dry
• Sheets
• Sneakers
• Throw Rugs
(Washable)
• Towels
• Warm Up
SPECIAL
CYCLES
Select SPECIAL CYCLES to dry loads of nongarment items, use the
drying rack or to tumble using low or no heat.
SPECIAL CYCLES include:
Dryer Cycles
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Summary Screen
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SUMMARY SCREEN
0:36
TIMEOPTIONS
TEMPDRYNESSCYCLE
COTTONS MORE DRY
About the
Summary
Screen
After selecting a dry cycle, the Summary Screen
displays the automatic settings for the cycle you
have chosen. You can adjust these by touching the
screen location for any of the settings shown.
If you change any of the automatic settings, you
can save the new settings as a custom “My Cycle”
by pressing the MY CYCLES button while on the
Summary Screen and choosing SAVE CURRENT
SETTINGS.
DRYNESS
MORE DRY
LESS DRY
DRY
OK
Changing the
Dryness
Level
To change the dryness level, touch the DRYNESS
pad on the Touch Screen; then use the arrows to
select the level of dryness. Press OK when you have
reached the desired setting.
MORE DRY – Use for heavy-duty fabrics.
DRY – Use for a normal dryness level suitable for
most loads. This is the preferred cycle for energy
saving.
LESS DRY – Use for lighter fabrics.
DAMP – Use to leave items partially damp.
TEMPERATURE
HIGHER
LOWER
EXTRA
LOW
OK
Changing the
Drying
Temperature
To change the drying temperature, touch the
TEMP pad on the Touch Screen; then use the
arrows to select higher or lower temperature. Press
OK when you have reached the desired setting.
HIGH – For regular to heavy cottons.
MEDIUM – For synthetics, blends and items
labeled permanent press.
LOW – For delicates, synthetics and items labeled
Tumble Dry Low.
EXTRA LOW – For delicates, lingerie and special-
care fabrics.
AIR DRY – For tumbling items without heat.
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OPTIONS
END OF CYCLE SIGNAL
EXTENDED TUMBLE
DELAY START
OK
1 HOUR
About the
Drying
Options
Touch the OPTIONS pad on the Touch Screen
to select drying options. After selecting any drying
options, press OK to save your setting.
Delay Start
Touch the DELAY START pad repeatedly to set a
delay time of up to 12 hours. The countdown time
will be shown in the display.
Extended Tumble
Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately
20 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are
dry. Touch EXTENDED TUMBLE to turn the
feature on or off. If set, the Extended Tumble time
will not be included in the cycle time shown in the
display. The dryer will signal for the first 6 minutes
during Extended Tumble.
End-of-Cycle Signal
Alerts you that the cycle is complete. The clothes
should be removed when the beeper goes off so
wrinkles won’t set in. Touch END OF CYCLE
SIGNAL to select the volume or to turn the
beeper off. The new volume will be saved as the
default setting.
ADJUST TIME SETTINGS
EXTENDED TUMBLE
CYCLE TIME DELAY TIME
Adjusting the
Time Settings
You can adjust the time setting for the dry cycle,
delay start and extended tumble times. Touch the
TIME pad on the Summary Screen; then choose
the time you wish to adjust.
To change the dry cycle time, select CYCLE TIME;
then use the arrows to select more or less drying
time. If the Cycle Time is changed, the dryness
sensor will be turned off.
To change the delay start or extended tumble time,
select DELAY TIME or EXTENDED TUMBLE;
then follow the instructions in the About the
Drying Options section.
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About the
Cycle Status
Screen
CYCLE STATUS
CHANGE
SETTINGS
DRYING
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After you press START, a Cycle Status screen will
appear to indicate what cycle the dryer is in and
the time remaining in the cycle.
DRYING – The dryer is sensing the moisture level
of the load.
SENSING – The dryer is determining if the correct
dryness level has been reached.
COOL DOWN – The load is dry and may be
removed (the dryer will continue to blow cool air
for up to 5 minutes).
EXTENDED TUMBLE – The load is dry and may
be removed (the drum will continue to turn
without heat for up to 20 minutes).
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“My Cycles”
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About the
“My Cycles”
Feature
The “My Cycles” feature allows you to create,
store and reuse up to 6 custom cycles. Create your
own cycles from scratch or adjust the settings of a
predefined dry cycle; then save for one-touch recall.
Creating
and Using a
“My Cycle”
You can create “My Cycles” two ways, by either
modifying a predefined dry cycle or creating
a cycle from your own combination of settings
and options.
To build your own “My Cycle” from the
Home Screen:
1 Press the MY CYCLES button.
2 Select CREATE from the Touch Screen
menu.
3 Choose whether you want to modify a
predefined cycle or create a new cycle.
4 If you are modifying a predefined cycle,
select the dry cycle you wish to modify.
5 Change any of the automatic settings and
select any options.
6 Touch SAVE on the Touch Screen.
7 Using the keypad on the Touch Screen,
type the name of your “My Cycle” and
press OK.
To begin using your new “My Cycle” right
away, select it from the Touch Screen menu
and press START.
To save a current cycle as a “My Cycle” from
the Summary Screen:
1 After setting a dry cycle, or after a dry cycle
has just completed, press the MY CYCLES
button.
2 Select SAVE CURRENT SETTINGS from
the Touch Screen menu.
3 Using the keypad on the Touch Screen,
type the name of your “My Cycle” and
press OK.
To begin using your new “My Cycle” right
away, select it from the Touch Screen menu
and press START.
To use a “My Cycle” from the Home Screen:
1 Press the MY CYCLES button.
2 Select USE from the Touch Screen menu.
3 Select the cycle name from the Touch Screen
menu.
4 Change any of the automatic settings and
select any options.
5 Press START.
MY CYCLES
CREATE RENAME
USE MODIFY
DELETE
SAVE CURRENT
SETTINGS
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Modifying,
Renaming
or Deleting
a “My Cycle”
To modify the settings of a “My Cycle” from
the Home Screen:
1 Press the MY CYCLES button.
2 Select MODIFY from the Touch Screen
menu.
3 Select the cycle name from the Touch Screen
menu.
4 Change any of the automatic settings and
select any options.
5 Press SAVE on the Touch Screen.
To rename a “My Cycle” from the
Home Screen:
1 Press the MY CYCLES button.
2 Select RENAME from the Touch Screen
menu.
3 Select the cycle name from the Touch Screen
menu.
4 Using the keypad on the Touch Screen,
type the name of your “My Cycle” and
press OK.
To delete a “My Cycle” from the Home Screen:
1 Press the MY CYCLES button.
2 Select DELETE from the Touch Screen
menu.
3 Select the cycle name from the Touch Screen
menu.
4 Choose YES to delete the cycle or CANCEL
to return to the list of “My Cycles.”
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Help
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TROUBLE SHOOTER
MACHINE
PREFERENCES
HOME SCREEN
HELP
About the
Help Feature
Pressing the HELP button from the Home Screen
allows you to locate troubleshooting tips for
common dryer problems, to find help with using
the Home Screen or to set machine preferences.
Pressing the HELP button while on any other screen
allows you to find additional information on features
found on that screen. Press HELP; then touch any
pad on the Touch Screen for an explanation of that
feature. To exit the feature, press HELP once to
return to the previous screen or twice to exit Help.
TROUBLE SHOOTER
PRESS DESCRIPTION FOR POSSIBLE CAUSES
NOT HEATING OR NO HEAT
TOO MUCH HEAT
LONG DRY TIME
COLLARS OR WAISTBANDS WET
SQUEAKING DURING STARTUP
Using the
Troubleshooter
To locate Troubleshooting Tips for common dryer
problems:
1 Press the HELP button.
2 On the Touch Screen, select TROUBLE
SHOOTER.
3 On the Touch Screen, select the problem
description from the list. You can use the arrows
at the right of the screen to scroll up and down
through the list of additional problems.
4 On the Touch Screen, select a possible cause
for the problem and follow the on-screen
instructions to find a solution.
Finding Help
Using the
Home Screen
Pressing the HELP button then selecting HOME
SCREEN HELP allows you to find additional
information on features found on the Home
Screen. Touch any pad on the Touch Screen for
an explanation of that feature. To exit the feature,
press the BACK button.
The machine settings on the Help feature
allow you to control the volume of the button
beep and end-of-cycle signal, and turn the
washer/dryer communication feature
on or off.
Press the HELP button, then select from the
on-screen options.
Button Beep
The button beep controls the volume of the
beep that is made when you press any of the
buttons on the control panel or Touch Screen.
To change the volume of the button beep:
1 From the Home Screen, press the HELP
button.
2 Select MACHINE PREFERENCES from
the Touch Screen.
3 Select BUTTON BEEP from the Touch
Screen.
4 Use the arrows to make the volume louder
or softer, or to turn the beep off.
5 Select OK from the Touch Screen.
The new volume is now saved as the default
setting.
Washer/Dryer Communication
Washer/Dryer communication allows your dryer
to receive cycle information from your washer to
create a dry cycle that matches your wash load.
After the wash cycle is complete, communication
begins once either the washer or dryer Touch
Screen is activated.
Once the information is sent, your dryer can
then create the optimal dry cycle for your load.
To turn the Washer/Dryer Communication
feature on or off:
1 From the Home Screen, press the HELP
button.
2 Select MACHINE PREFERENCES from the
Touch Screen.
3 Select WASHER/DRYER
COMMUNICATION from the Touch Screen.
4 Touch the pad at the bottom of the Touch
Screen to select ON or OFF.
5 Select OK from the Touch Screen.
End-of-Cycle Signal
The End-of-Cycle signal alerts you when the
cycle is complete.
To change the volume of the end-of-cycle signal:
1 From the Home Screen, press the HELP
button.
2 Select MACHINE PREFERENCES from
the Touch Screen.
3 Select END OF CYCLE SIGNAL from the
Touch Screen.
4 Use the arrows to make the volume louder
or softer, or to turn the signal off.
5 Select OK from the Touch Screen.
The new volume is now saved as the default
setting.
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MACHINE PREFERENCES
END OF CYCLE
SIGNAL
BUTTON BEEP
WASHER/DRYER
COMMUNICATION
Setting the
Machine
Preferences
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Changing the
Drum Lamp
Before replacing the drum lamp, 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.
The drum lamp is located at the top left of the door
frame.
1 Remove the screw holding the drum lamp shield
in place.
2 Slide the shield up and remove.
3 Remove the bult and replace with a 15-watt,
120-volt candelabra-base bulb.
4 Replace the lamp shield and screw.
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Dryer Features
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Using the
Drying Rack
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 should only be used with the
TIMED DRY or RACK DRY cycles. It is also
strongly recommended when drying sneakers.
• Do not use this drying rack when there are other
clothes in the dryer.
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Loading and Using the Dryer
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Sorting and
Loading
Hints
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
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.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Fabric Care
Labels
Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect
the clothing you will be laundering.
Machine
wash
cycle
Normal
Permanent Press/
wrinkle resistant
Gentle/
delicate
Hand wash
Do not wash Do not wring
Water
temperature
Hot
(50°C/120°F)
Warm
(40°C/105°F)
Cold/cool
(30°C/85°F)
Tumble
dry
Dry
Normal
Permanent Press/
wrinkle resistant
Gentle/
delicate
Do not tumble dry
Do not dry
(used with
do not wash)
Heat
setting
High
Medium
Low
No heat/air
Special
instructions
Line dry/
hang to dry
Drip dry
Dry flat
In the shade
Bleach
symbols
Any bleach
(when needed)
Only non-chlorine bleach
(when needed)
Do not bleach
Wash Labels
Dry Labels
Bleach Labels
Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of the
appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned
once a year by qualified service personnel.
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.
Do not touch the surface or the Touch Screen
with sharp objects.
The 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. Do not operate the
dryer without the lint filter in place.
Vacuum the lint from the dryer lint filter area
if you notice a change in dryer performance.
Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces,
use a damp cloth with a mild, nonabrasive
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
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.
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.
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Loading and Using the Dryer
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Care and
Cleaning of
the Dryer
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and
carefully.
•
IMPORTANT – Save these
instructions for local electrical inspector’s
use.
•
IMPORTANT – Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
• This dryer must be exhausted to the
outdoors.
• Before the old dryer is removed from service
or discarded, remove the dryer door.
• Service information and the wiring diagram
are located in the control console.
• Do not allow children on or in the appliance.
Close supervision of children is necessary
when the appliance is used near children.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty
.
• Gas dryers are not approved for mobile
home installation.
Installation Dryer
Instructions
DPGT750
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FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
• Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-inch
diameter ductwork for exhausting to the
outdoors. Never use plastic or other
combustible easy-to-puncture ductwork.
• This appliance must be properly
grounded and installed as described in
these instructions.
• Do not install or store appliance in an area
where it will be exposed to water and/or
weather.
• The National Fuel Gas Code restricts
installations of gas appliances in garages.
They must be 18 inches off the ground and
protected by a barrier from vehicles.
• Install the dryer where the temperature is
above 50°F for satisfactory operation of the
dryer control system.
FOR GAS MODELS ONLY:
NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer
must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
• This product must be installed by a licensed
plumber or gas fitter.
• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves,
they shall be T-handle-type.
• A flexible gas connector, when used, must
not exceed 3 feet.
Installation Instructions
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UNPACKING YOUR DRYER
Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam
shipping pads by pulling at the sides and
breaking them away from the dryer legs.
Be sure to remove all of the foam pieces
around the legs.
Remove the bag containing the drying rack,
literature and serial cable.
DRYER DIMENSIONS
27”
(68.6 cm)
43
1
⁄8”
(109.5 cm)
29”
(73.7 cm)
37
1
⁄4”
(94.6 cm)
Side View
Front View
35
1
⁄2”
(90.2 cm)
LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER
SWITCH WASHER AND DRYER
BACKSPLASHES (optional)
If necessary, switch the backsplashes for the
washer and dryer before making exhaust or
utility connections (see “Switching the
Washer and Dryer Backsplashes”).
IMPORTANT: Gas dryers are not approved
for mobile home installation.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER
THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET
INSTALLATION
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces
and for air openings are:
• 0 inch clearance both sides
• 1 inch front
• 3 inches rear
Consideration must be given to provide
adequate clearance for proper operation and
service.
51”
(129.5 cm)
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Installation Instructions
LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER (cont.)
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR
CLOSET INSTALLATION
• Your dryer is approved for installation in
an alcove or closet, as stated on a label on
the dryer back.
• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors.
See the EXHAUST INFORMATION section.
• Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet
and adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
0” either side
3” front and rear
• Minimum vertical space from floor to
overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc.,
is 52”.
• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square
inches of open area equally distributed.
If the closet contains both a washer and
a dryer, doors must contain a minimum
of 120 square inches of open area equally
distributed.
• No other fuel-burning appliance shall be
installed in the same closet with the dryer
(gas models only).
BATHROOM OR BEDROOM
INSTALLATION
• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors.
See EXHAUST INFORMATION.
• The installation must conform with local
codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE,
ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 (for electric dryers) or
NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223
(for gas dryers).
❒ Flat- or straight-blade screwdriver (may be
needed for cord strain relief)
❒ Flexible stainless steel or plastic-coated
brass connecting tube (if allowed by
building code)
❒ Open-end wrenches for flexible tube and
connector
❒ Adjustable pliers (to adjust leveling legs)
❒ Pipe wrench for holding dryer gas inlet
while attaching adapter elbow
❒ Adjustable wrenches (2) for tightening
connections
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Installation Instructions
TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL
NEED FOR CONNECTING THE GAS
SUPPLY
CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers)
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
Before beginning the installation, turn off
the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s
circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure
the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall.
Turn the dryer’s gas shutoff valve in the
supply line to the OFF position.
Disconnect and discard old flexible gas
connector and ducting material.
Shutoff
Valve
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Installation Instructions
GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
• Installation must conform to local codes
and ordinances, or in their absence, the
NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223.
• This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve and
Burner Assembly for use only with natural
gas. Using conversion kit WE25X10014,
your local service organization can convert
this dryer for use with propane (LP) gas.
ALL CONVERSIONS MUST BE MADE
BY PROPERLY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL AND IN ACCORDANCE
WITH LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCE
REQUIREMENTS.
• The dryer must be disconnected from
the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at a test
pressure in excess of 0.5 PSI (3.4 KPa).
• The dryer must be isolated from the
gas supply piping system by closing the
equipment shut-off valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping
of test pressure equal to or less than
0.5 PSI (3.4KPa).
DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
3/8” NPT MALE THREAD GAS SUPPLY
NOTE: Add to vertical
dimension the distance
between cabinet bottom
to floor.
GAS SUPPLY
• A 1/8” National Pipe Taper thread plugged
tapping, accessible for test gauge
connection, must be installed immediately
upstream of the gas supply connection to
the dryer. Contact your local gas utility
should you have questions on the
installation of the plugged tapping.
• Supply line is to be 1/2” rigid pipe and
equipped with an accessible shutoff within
6 feet of, and in the same room with, the
dryer.
• Use pipe compound appropriate for natural
or LP gas or use Teflon
®
tape.
• Connect flexible metal connector to dryer
and gas supply.
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE
GAS SUPPLY
Install a female 3/8” NPT elbow at the end
of the dryer gas inlet.
Install a 3/8” flare union adapter to the
female elbow.
IMPORTANT: Use a pipe wrench to
securely hold on to the end of the dryer
gas inlet to prevent twisting the inlet.
NOTE: Apply pipe compound or Teflon
®
tape to the threads of the adapter and
dryer gas inlet.
Elbow
A
Adapter
Apply Pipe Compound
CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)
Dryer Gas Inlet
2
3
⁄8” (6 cm)
3
1
⁄4”
(8.2 cm)
Install a 1/8” NPT plugged tapping to the
dryer gas line shut-off valve for checking
gas inlet pressure.
Install a flare union adapter to the plugged
tapping.
NOTE: Apply pipe compound or Teflon
®
tape to the threads of the adapter and
plugged tapping.
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Installation Instructions
Attach the flexible metal gas line
connector to the adapter.
B
Tighten the flexible gas line connection
using two adjustable wrenches.
C
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE
GAS SUPPLY (cont.)
D
Tighten all connections using two
adjustable wrenches. Do not overtighten.
E
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE
GAS SUPPLY (cont.)
Apply pipe compound or
Teflon
®
tape to all male
threads.
Open the gas shutoff valve.
F
Shut-off Valve
Plugged
Tapping
CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)
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24
TEST FOR LEAKS
WARNING –
Never use an
open flame to test for gas leaks.
Check all connections for leaks with soapy
solution or equivalent.
Apply a soap solution. The leak test solution
must not contain ammonia, which could
cause damage to the brass fittings.
If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten
the joint and repeat the soap test.
Open Gas
Valve
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS
WARNING –
To reduce the risk
of fire, electrical shock and personal injury:
• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter
plug with this appliance.
• The dryer must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local codes and
ordinances, or in the absence of local
codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR
GAS DRYERS
This appliance must be supplied with 120V,
60Hz, and connected to a properly grounded
branch ciruit, protected by a 15- or 20-amp
circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
If electrical supply provided does not meet
the above specifications, it is recommended
that a licensed electrician install an approved
outlet.
WARNING – This dryer is
equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug
for your protection against shock hazard and
should be plugged directly into a properly
grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut
or remove the grounding terminal from
this plug.
Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.
If local codes permit, an external ground wire
(not provided), which meets local codes, may
be added by attaching to the green ground
screw on the rear of the dryer, and to an
alternate established ground.
Ground
Screw
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25
TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU
WILL NEED FOR CONNECTING
THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
❒ Flat- or straight-blade screwdriver (may be
needed for cord strain relief)
❒ #2 Phillips-head screwdriver (for terminal
connections)
❒ UL-listed strain relief (may be supplied
with cord)
❒ UL-listed power cord
– 30-amp
– 240V
– #10 AWG minimum copper conductor
– Closed-loop or forked terminals with
upturned ends
– 3-wire (for construction before 1996) or
4-wire (for construction after 1996)
CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers)
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC
DRYERS
WARNING – To reduce the risk
of fire, electrical shock and personal injury:
• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter
plug with this appliance.
• The dryer must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local codes and
ordinances, or in the absence of local
codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
Before making the electrical connection, turn
off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s
circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure
the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall.
NEVER LEAVE THE ACCESS COVER OFF
THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
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26
CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.)
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR
ELECTRIC DRYERS
This dryer must be connected to an
individual branch circuit, protected by the
required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers.
A three- or four-wire, single phase, 120/240V
or 120/208V, 60Hz, 30-amp circuit is required.
If the electric supply does not meet the above
specifications, then call a licensed electrician.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This dryer must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding conductor must be
run with the circuit conductors and connected
to the equipment grounding terminal on the
appliance.
CONNECTING DRYER POWER
CORD
NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the
National Electrical Code requires that new
constructions utilize a 4-wire connection to
an electric dryer. A 4-wire cord must also
be used where local codes do not permit
grounding through the neutral.
3-wire connection is NOT for use on new
construction.
Remove the terminal block access cover
located at the upper back.
A
For 3-wire and 4-wire Connection:
Install a UL-listed strain relief into the
power cord entry hole beneath the
terminal block. Thread a UL-listed 30A,
240V, 3-wire or 4-wire, #10 AWG minimum
copper conductor power cord through
the strain relief.
B
For 3-wire and 4-wire Connection:
Connect the two hot lines to the outer
screws of the terminal block.
C
CONNECTING DRYER POWER
CORD (cont.)
WARNING: Do not make a
sharp bend or crimp wiring/conductor
at connections.
Strain
Relief
(3-wire Connection Shown)
(3-wire Connection Shown)
Connect
outer
screws
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27
For 3-wire Connection ONLY:
Be sure the dryer’s green ground wire
is connected to green ground screw on
cabinet rear.
D
For 4-wire Connection ONLY:
Remove the dryer’s ground wire from
behind the green ground screw and
connect it to the center screw of the
terminal block.
Attach ground wire of power cord to the
cabinet with the green ground screw.
CONNECTING DRYER POWER
CORD (cont.)
For 3-wire and 4-wire Connection:
Connect the neutral (center line on 3-wire,
white line on 4-wire) line to the center of
terminal block.
E
For 3-wire and 4-wire Connection: Tighten
all terminal block screws completely.
CONNECTING DRYER POWER
CORD (cont.)
For 3-wire and 4-wire Connection:
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
IMPORTANT: Do not leave the access
cover off.
F
G
Ground
Wire
(3-wire Connection Shown)
(4-wire Connection Shown)
(3-wire Connection Shown)
(3-wire Connection Shown)
(3-wire Connection Shown)
Power
Cord
Ground
Wire
Connect
center
screw
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER
WARNING – To reduce the
risk of fire or personal injury:
• This dryer must be exhausted to the
outdoors.
• Use only metal duct.
• Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney,
any gas vent, under an enclosed floor (crawl
space) or into an attic. The accumulated
lint could create a fire hazard.
• Provide an access for inspection and
cleaning of the exhaust system, especially
at turns. Inspect and clean at least once
a year.
• Never terminate the exhaust into a common
duct with a kitchen exhaust. A combination
of lint and grease could create a fire hazard.
• Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL
NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT
❒ Phillips-head screwdriver
❒ Duct tape or duct clamp
❒ Rigid or UL-listed flexible metal 4” (10.2 cm)
duct
❒ Vent hood
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST
HOOD OR WALL CAP
• Terminate in a manner to prevent back
drafts or entry of birds or other wildlife.
• Termination should present minimal
resistance to the exhaust airflow and
should require little or no maintenance
to prevent clogging.
• Never install a screen in or over the
exhaust duct.
• Wall caps must be installed at least 12”
above ground level or any other obstruction
with the opening pointed down.
• If roof vents or louvered plenums are used,
they must be equivalent to a 4” dampened
wall cap in regard to resistance to airflow,
prevention of back drafts and maintenance
required to prevent clogging.
SEPARATION OF TURNS
• For best performance, separate all turns by
at least 4 ft. of straight duct, including
distance between last turn and dampened
wall cap. For turns less than 4 ft. apart, see
the Ducting Component Equivalency Chart.
SEALING OF JOINTS
• All joints should be tight to avoid leaks.
The male end of each section of duct must
point away from the dryer.
• Do not assemble the ductwork with
fasteners that extend into the duct. They
will serve as a collection point for lint.
• Duct joints should be made air- and
moisture-tight by wrapping the overlapped
joints with duct tape or aluminum tape.
• Horizontal runs should slope down towards
outdoors 1/4” per foot.
INSULATION
• Ductwork that runs through an unheated
area or is near air conditioning should be
insulated to reduce condensation and lint
buildup.
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USING FLEXIBLE METAL DUCT
FOR TRANSITION VENTING
Rigid or semi-rigid metal ducting is
recommended for use as transition ducting
between the dryer and the wall. In special
installations when it is impossible to make a
connection with the above recommendations,
then a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct
may be used between the dryer and wall
connection only. The use of this ducting will
affect dry time.
If flexible metal transition duct is necessary,
the following directions must be followed:
• Use the shortest length possible.
• Stretch the duct to its maximum length.
• Do not crush or collapse.
• Never use flexible metal ducting inside the
wall or inside the dryer.
• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
• Venting must conform to local building
codes.
FOR TRANSITION VENTING
(DRYER TO WALL), DO:
• DO cut duct
as short as
possible and
install straight
into wall.
• DO use elbows
when turns are
necessary.
DO NOT:
• DO NOT bend
or collapse
ducting. Use
elbows if turns
are necessary.
• DO NOT use
excessive
exhaust length.
Cut duct as
short as
possible.
• DO NOT crush
duct against
the wall.
• DO NOT set
dryer on duct.
Elbows
EQUIVALENT
RIGID NUMBER EQUIVALENT
DUCT PIECES LENGTH X USED = LENGTH
Rigid Metal 1 Ft. X (4) = 4 Ft.
Ducting
(Preferred)
Elbows 10 Ft. X (3) = 30 Ft.
(90°/45°)
Turns Less 2 Ft. X (1) = 2 Ft.
Than 4 Ft.
Rigid Ducting 1 Ft. X (5) = 5 Ft.
4” Wall Cap 5 Ft. X (1) = 5 Ft.
Total Ductwork Length = 46 Ft.
TOTAL MUST BE LESS THAN OR EQUAL TO 150 FT.
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
WARNING
USE ONLY METAL 4” DUCT. DO NOT USE
DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE
EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.
Ducting longer than 150 equivalent feet will:
• Increase the drying times and the energy
cost.
• Reduce the dryer life.
• Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire
hazard.
EXAMPLE ONLY
The following chart describes an example of
one possible ductwork installation.
The correct exhaust installation is your
responsibility.
Problems due to incorrect installation are not
covered by the warranty.
The length of the exhaust system depends
upon the type of duct, number of turns and
the type of exhaust hood (wall cap), and all
conditions noted below. Both rigid and flexible
metal ducts are shown in the table.
For satisfactory air movement, the total duct
length should not exceed 150 equivalent feet.
4”
(10.2 cm)
TRANSITION
DUCTING
(DRYER TO WALL)
INSIDE WALLS/CEILING
(WALL TO WALL CAP)
WALL
CAPS
Less Than 4 Ft.
EQUIVALENT
RIGID NUMBER EQUIVALENT
DUCT PIECES LENGTH X USED = LENGTH
Rigid Metal 1 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Ducting
(Preferred)
Semi-Rigid 25 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Metal Ducting
(inside diameter
does not change)
Flexible Metal 50 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Ducting (inside
diameter changes)
Elbows (90°/45°) 10 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Turns less 2 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Than 4 Ft.
Rigid Metal 1 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Ducting
Semi-Rigid 2 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Metal Ducting
Flexible Metal Ft.
Ducting Not
Recommended
4” Wall Cap 5 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Louvered Wall 10 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Cap
2.5” Wall Cap 23 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Total Ductwork Length = Ft.
TOTAL MUST BE LESS THAN OR EQUAL TO 150 FT.
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DUCTING COMPONENT EQUIVALENCY CHART
2.5”
(6.35
cm)
4”
(10.2 cm)
TRANSITION DUCTING
(DRYER TO WALL)
INSIDE WALLS/CEILING
(WALL TO WALL CAP)
WALL CAPS
Less Than 4 Ft.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Remove any lint from the wall exhaust
opening.
EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
Internal
Duct
Opening
Wall
Check that
exhaust hood
damper opens
and closes freely.
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
We recommend that you install your
dryer before installing your washer. This
will permit direct access for easier exhaust
connection.
Slide the end of the exhaust duct underneath
the clips on the back of the dryer and secure
with duct tape or a hose clamp.
Clip
NOTE: We strongly recommend using rigid
metal exhaust duct. If using semi-rigid metal
duct, cut it to the proper length and avoid
bunching of the duct behind the dryer.
• For straight-line installation, connect the
dryer exhaust to the wall using duct tape.
RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION
TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE
Using duct elbows will prevent duct kinking
and collapsing.
DRYER EXHAUST TO SIDE OR
BOTTOM OF CABINET
If you wish to exhaust your dryer to the side
or bottom of the cabinet, order exhaust kit
14-A003, available from your GE supplier.
Duct
Transition
Ducting
Wall Side
Dryer
Side
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LEVEL THE DRYER
Stand the dryer near the final location. Place
a level against the side and bottom of the
dryer door frame and use the four leveling
legs to level your dryer.
Lower
Raise
ATTACH SERIAL CABLE
Attach the serial cable for washer and dryer
connection to the serial port on the back of
the dryer.
Attach the other end of the cable to the
washer before pushing the washer into its
final position.
PLUG DRYER IN
Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.
Rear of
Dryer
1
2
FINAL SETUP
3
Serial
Port
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DRYER STARTUP
Press the POWER button.
FINAL SETUP (cont.)
P
O
W
E
R
NOTE: If the dryer has been exposed to
temperatures below freezing for an extended
period of time, allow it to warm up before
pressing POWER. Otherwise, the display will
not come on.
The dryer is now ready for use.
SERVICING
WARNING – Label all wires
prior to disconnection when servicing
controls. Wiring errors can cause improper
and dangerous operation after
servicing/installation.
For replacement parts and other information,
refer to the Owner’s Manual for servicing
phone numbers.
4
REMOVE FILLER PLUGS
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired)
Open the door and remove the filler plugs
opposite the hinges.
1
REMOVE DOOR
• With the door completely open, remove
the BOTTOM screw from each hinge on
the dryer face.
• Insert the screws about halfway 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 the TOP screw from each hinge
on the dryer face halfway. 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.
REMOVE HANDLE
Remove the screws holding the handle and
two spacers.
3
Rear of Door
REVERSE DOOR CATCH
Remove the door catch and filler plate. Install
them on opposite sides of the door.
4
Filler
Plate
Catch
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REVERSE HANDLE
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.)
Install the handle on the opposite side of
the door.
5
REMOVE HINGES AND REHANG
DOOR
Remove the hinges from the door and install
them on the opposite side with the hinge pin
toward the outside of the door.
6
REMOVE HINGES AND REHANG
DOOR (cont.)
Insert the door 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 2.
6
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.
Rear of Door
Opposite Side of
Door
Tighten the two top screws of each hinge.
Reinsert the plastic plugs on the side from
which the door was removed.
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Installation Instructions
SWITCHING THE WASHER AND DRYER
BACKSPLASHES (not required for most installations)
When viewed from the front, the washer is
shipped for installation on the left and the
dryer is shipped for installation on the right.
If your hose utility connections are arranged
so that the units must be installed with the
washer on the right and the dryer on the
left, you can switch the backsplashes of the
washer and dryer in order to maintain the
proper curved appearance.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
❑ #2 Phillips screwdriver
❑ Towel (2)
WARNING!
Make sure the washer and dryer are
unplugged.
REMOVE WASHER BACKSPLASH
Place a towel over the lid of the washer to
prevent scratches to the surface.
Remove the two outer screws from the rear
of the washer backsplash. Rotate backsplash
forward and lift off.
1
Screw
Screw
REMOVE BACKSPLASH REAR
COVER
Remove the two screws holding the washer
backsplash to the rear cover.
Pull off the rear cover.
2
Rear Cover
Screws
Rear of Washer
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Installation Instructions
DISCONNECT WASHER
CONTROL BOARD
Disconnect the ribbon at the right of the
control board by pulling the connector at the
end of the ribbon off the metal pins on the
control board.
NOTE: Do not disconnect any other wires
from the control board.
3
Rear of Washer
REMOVE CONTROL BOARD
FROM WASHER BACKSPLASH
Remove the four screws holding the control
board to the backsplash. Remove the control
board and set it aside.
4
Screws
REMOVE DRYER BACKSPLASH
Place a towel over the top surface of the dryer
to prevent scratches to the surface.
Remove the four screws from the rear of the
dryer backsplash. Rotate backsplash forward
and lift off.
5
Screws
DISCONNECT DRYER CONTROL
BOARD
Disconnect the ribbon at the right of the
control board by pulling the connector at the
end of the ribbon off the metal pins on the
control board.
NOTE: Do not disconnect any other wires
from the control board.
6
Rear of Dryer
Rear of Dryer
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Installation Instructions
REMOVE CONTROL BOARD
FROM DRYER BACKSPLASH
Remove the four screws holding the control
board to the backsplash. Remove the control
board and set it aside.
7
SWITCH BACKSPLASHES
Place the backsplash from the dryer on top
of the washer and place the backsplash from
the washer on top of the dryer.
8
ATTACH DRYER CONTROL
BOARD TO NEW BACKSPLASH
Attach the control board to the new
backsplash by replacing the four screws
removed from the control board earlier.
The control board will now be on the
opposite side of the dryer backsplash.
9
RECONNECT DRYER CONTROL
BOARD
Connect the dryer control board to the new
backsplash by sliding the ribbon connector
on the new backsplash onto the metal pins
on the control board and pushing in. Make
sure the ribbon is not twisted before inserting
the connector.
10
ATTACH DRYER BACKSPLASH
Insert the tabs on the bottom front of the
backsplash into the slots on the dryer and
rotate the backsplash into place. Secure the
new backsplash to the dryer using the four
screws removed earlier.
11
Screws
Screws
Screws
Screws
Strain Relief
Place the ribbon and the wire from the rear
cover under the strain relief on the new
backsplash.
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Installation Instructions
RECONNECT WASHER
CONTROL BOARD
Connect the washer control board to the
new backsplash by sliding the ribbon
connector on the new backsplash onto the
metal pins on the control board and pushing
in. Make sure the ribbon is not twisted
before inserting the connector.
ATTACH WASHER CONTROL
BOARD TO NEW BACKSPLASH
Replace the four screws removed from the
control board earlier.
The control board will now be on the
opposite side of the washer backsplash.
ATTACH WASHER BACKSPLASH
Insert the tabs on the bottom front of the
backsplash into the slots on the washer and
rotate the backsplash into place. Press the
rear of the backsplash down to make sure it
fits properly.
Secure the new backsplash to the washer
using the two long screws removed earlier.
Using the two small screws removed earlier,
screw the new washer backsplash onto the
rear cover.
RECONNECT POWER SUPPLY
TO WASHER AND DRYER
Screws
12
13
15
14
Strain Relief
Place the gray wire from the serial port under
the strain relief on the new backsplash.
• Plug the washer and dryer back in.
• Press the POWER buttons on both the
washer and dryer to make sure both
control boards are properly connected.
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Problem Solver
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Problem Possible Cause What To Do
Dryer won’t operate Control panel is asleep • This is normal. Press POWER, the
touch screen or any button to activate
the control panel.
Dryer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into
a working outlet.
Controls are not set properly • Make sure the cycle was set correctly,
close the lid and press START.
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check house circuit breakers/fuses.
is tripped Replace fuses or reset breaker.
NOTE: Electric dryers use two fuses
or breakers.
Electronics need to be reset • Unplug dryer, wait 2 minutes, plug
back in and press POWER.
START was not pressed after • Press START.
a cycle was set
Door was opened during • Close the door and reset cycle, to the
the dry cycle beginning if necessary. Press START.
Dryer is too cold • If the dryer has been exposed to
temperatures below freezing for an
extended period of time, allow it to
warm up before pressing POWER.
Otherwise, the display will not come on.
For a complete list of solutions to common dryer problems, use the
Troubleshooting Tips feature located by pressing the HELP button
while on the dryer Home Screen (see Using the Troubleshooter).
If your dryer will not operate, check the Problem Solver below:
The following are normal sounds you may hear:
Sound Description
Thumping noise when • If the dryer has not been used for an extended period of time, you may
drum rotates hear a thumping noise from temporary flat spots on the drum support
rollers. The noise will go away after use.
Normal
Operating
Sounds
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Notes
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For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this
From the date of the full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs to
original purchase replace the defective part.
Second Year Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this
From the date of the additional one-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor or related service costs.
original purchase
Third through Fifth Year The extra-large or super-capacity dryer drum and main electronic control board if any of these parts should
From the date of the fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this additional three-year limited warranty,
original purchase you will be responsible for any labor or related service costs.
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All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or
an authorized Customer Care
®
technician. To schedule service
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at www.GEAppliances.com or
call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
■ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or
used for other than the intended purpose or used
commercially.
■ Replacement of the light bulb after its expected
useful life.
■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
■ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
■ Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
■ Damage caused after delivery.
What Is Not Covered:
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the
USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home. Proof of the original purchase date is
needed to obtain service under the warranty.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult
your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
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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 also “Ask Our Team of Experts
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your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal
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GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services, and environments that can be used by
people of all ages, sizes, and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and
mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen
design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Web site today. For the hearing impaired, please
call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).
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Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty
is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.
GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.
Parts and Accessories www.GEAppliances.com
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their
homes (VISA, MasterCard, and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day, or
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause
unsafe operation.
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