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QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

DRYER WON’T START

CLOTHES TAKE TOO
LONG TO DRY

SHRINKAGE, GENERAL

12

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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Dryer unplugged. Make sure power cord is plugged in.

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No power to dryer. Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure dryer is

getting current. Most electric dryers use two.

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Controls improperly set. Make sure controls are set and Start knob is 

turned.

Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close the door
and turn the Start knob.

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Dryer door is open. Close door 

 will not run with door 

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Circuit is overloaded. Do not operate other appliances on the same electrical

outlet or circuit while the dryer is operating.

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Controls improperly set. Check all controls to make sure they are correctly

set for the load you want to dry. See the How to Operate Your Dryer section.

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Clogged lint filter. Remove and clean filter before every load. Periodically clean

area under lint 

 with vacuum cleaner. See the Care and Cleaning section.

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Improper ducting. Make sure dryer is 

 in accordance with the

Installation Instructions.

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Obstruction in exhaust ducting. Make sure ducting is clean and free of

obstruction; make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily. If flexible
ducting is used, be sure it is not kinked and is properly installed according to
the Installation Instructions.

● 

Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. Check household fuses or circuit

breakers. Most electric dryers use two. It is possible for one to be 

 or

tripped and the dryer still tumble without heat.

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Improper sorting. Do not mix heavy, hard-to dry items with lightweight articles.

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Large loads of moisture-holding fabrics, such as beach towels, take a long

time to remove moisture.

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Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a 

 Do not combine

loads.

 Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two more similar articles,

even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.

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Some fabrics will shrink whether machine washed and tumble dried or

washed by hand and drip dried; others may 

 safely washed but will shrink

in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels exactly. If in doubt,
do not machine wash or tumble dry.

Summary of Contents for DDE7100R

Page 1: ...es l5 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Drying Selections Guide 7 Repair Service 2 Energy Saving Tips 5 Warranty Back Cover Knits Drying Tips 7 13 Loading 6 10 Operating the Dryer 6 7 Timed Drying 7 Permanent Press Drying Tips 7 13 14 Sorting Clothes 6 10 Care and Cleaning Dryer Exhaust 11 Drum 11 Exterior 11 Lint Filter 11 Storing the Dryer 11 Models DDE71OOR DDG7180R User Maintenance Instructions 11 GE...

Page 2: ...in this manual must be foMowed to mitie the Mk of fw or e losion or to prevent property damage persod i ury or loss of Me h not store or use gasohe or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of M or any other apptiance T TO YOU S LL GAS M not try to tight any apptice Q not toud any eldd switih do not use any phone in your btiding CIW the room bti or area of Wcupank tiediately d your gas...

Page 3: ...properly h F 9 installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an hstallation Instructions sheet with your dryer you can obtain one by calling toll free the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow detitis in Installation Instructions Lwate where the temperature is above 5...

Page 4: ...ust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned periodically by a qualified individual To Minimize the Possibility of Injury Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes wait until the drum has completely stopped Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer Skin irritation could result from the remaining glass particles that may be picked up...

Page 5: ... 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 the use of these products are the responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under tie warranty of this appliance SAW T SE STRUCTIONS Sort clothes by weight so you ...

Page 6: ... sorted right for washing they re sorted right for drying See the How to Sort the Clothes section If you do mix various types of fabrics in your load set the controls for the lighter weight fabrics and remove when dry Reset controls for the remaining heavier fabrics Set the Controls See the Controls Setting Guide O Drying Selections Select the proper heat for your load 6 Cycle Selector Turn the Cy...

Page 7: ...d size and cycle Selector setting The Cycle Selector advances when the heat is of until it automatically turns off dryer Polyester Kniti Permanent Press Drying Tips DO NOT OVERLOAD REMOVE CLOTHES PLACE ON HANGERS Garments being dried or PROMPTLY To help prevent Permanent press and polyester dewrinkled should tumble freely wrinkling remove clothes from knit garments look best if placed the dryer pr...

Page 8: ...arge Items Curtains Slipcovers Draperies DO NOT MACHINE DRY HBERGLASS Normal Timed Cycle Set at 20 to 25 minutes For first setting set at 20 minutes For second setting set 15 minutes For first setting set at 20 minutes additional settings 5 minutes Chenille Bedspreads Robes See below under Extra large Items Rubber coated Items Laminated Fabrics Vinyl Plastics and Articles with Plastic Trim Bathmat...

Page 9: ...estart dryer Tumble on NO HEAT setting as heat may cause alteration in shape color and appearance of such articles Stop dryer periodically and check filter for excess lint Remove and restart dryer Special precaution s must be taken for extra large items Set dryer for 20 minutes then check carefilly Set 15 minutes for second setting check again and 5 minutes for each additional setting Make sure th...

Page 10: ...nits e In addition to sorting to reduce Delicates lint collection we m recommend that you wash fabrics of similar construction together whenever possible Sort by Color eparatemfro mrommfromm Sort by Weight Separate fl m Heavy Items Light Items rem such as cutiains For information on tumble drying extra large items and different fabrics and loads see the Controls Setting Guide HOW TO LOAD T CLOTmS ...

Page 11: ... to your dryer if such products are sprayed on or caused by pretreatment products have direct contact with the dryer is not covered by your warranty Dryer Drum Dryer Exhaust Dryer Storage The porcelain enamel drum Inspect and clean the dryer To store your dryer for a is rust resistant and requires exhaust ducting at least once a year short period of time disconnect no special care the power supply...

Page 12: ...on Improper ducting Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with the Installation Instructions Obstruction in exhaust ducting Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily If flexible ducting is used be sure it is not kinked and is properly installed according to the Installation Instructions Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers Check ho...

Page 13: ...n dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads Too few items in dryer If drying only one article add two or more similar articles even if dry to insure proper tumbling Improper loads Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items such as work clothes with lighter Permanent Press items such as shirts or blouses do not wash or dry Permanent Press with regular laundry Too many clothes ...

Page 14: ...me writies may remain which cannot be removed NOTE If YOU fouow good laundry procedures wd Permanent ess clothes still come out writiled the finish may not be good quality Wso in permanent press synthetic cotton blends the cotton portion of the fabric can eventually wear away leaving only the synthetic Since its the cotton portion which is treated for Permanent Press a loss or decrease of Permanen...

Page 15: ...expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices 1 Telecommunication Device for the Deaf Patis andAccessories 800 626 2002 Individu qufified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts sys...

Page 16: ... then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer CenteF 800 626 2000 consumer information sewice Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical exhausting and other connecting facilities Repl...

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