Page 2 - PROPER INSTALLATION; Operating Instructions
■ Properly ground dryer to conform with allgoverning codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions. ■ Install or store where it will not be exposed totemperatures below freezing or exposed to wateror weather, which could cause permanent damageand invalidate the warranty. ■ Connec...
Page 3 - YOUR LAUNDRY AREA; POWER
3 Consumer S uppor t Tr oubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions WARNING! YOUR LAUNDRY AREA ■ Keep the area underneath and around yourappliances free of combustible materials, (lint , paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other flammable vapors and liquids. ■ Keep the floo...
Page 4 - WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER; READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER ■ Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting thisappliance to avoid damage to the cord whilepulling. Place the cord away from traffic areas so it will not be stepped on, tripped over orsubjected to damage. ■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance or at...
Page 5 - About the dryer control panel.; Consumer S; Quick Start
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANTS AFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. About the dryer control panel. GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Consumer S uppor t Tr oubleshoo...
Page 6 - Dry Cycles
2 About the dryer control panel. Dry Cycles The dry cycle controls the cycle time for the drying process. The chart below will help you matchthe dry setting with the loads. Sensor Cycles COTTONS For cottons and most linens. MIXED LOAD For loads consisting of cottons and poly blends. WRINKLE FREE For...
Page 7 - Dry Temp; This message is only a reminder.
7 Consumer S uppor t Tr oubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com Dry Temp You can change the temperature of your dry cycle. ANTI-BACTERIAL This option may only be used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. This option reduces certain types of bacteria. The anti-bac...
Page 8 - Not all features are available on all dryer models.; Extend Tumble
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer S uppor t Tr oubleshooting Tips About cycle options. NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models. 8 Extend Tumble Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 20 minutes of constant no-heat tumbling followed by 70 minutes of intermittent...
Page 9 - Lock; Signal
Consumer S uppor t Tr oubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 9 Lock You can lock the controls to prevent anyselections from being made. Or you canlock or unlock the controls after you havestarted a cycle. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by touching pads with this ...
Page 10 - Care and Cleaning of the Dryer; Dryer Interior and Duct:; Dry Labels; Do not dry the following items:; Fabric Care Labels
10 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer S uppor t Tr oubleshooting Tips Using the dryer. Care and Cleaning of the Dryer Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should becleaned once a year by qualified servicepersonnel. The Exterior: Wipe or dust any sp...
Page 11 - BEFORE YOU BEGIN; Read these instructions completely and carefully.; IMPORTANT; • Note to Installer –; WARNING; Risk of Fire
Installation Dryer Instructions DCVH480EK, DCVH485EK, PCVH480EK, PCVH485EK 11 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.comIn Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca If you are planning to stack the washer and dryer,order Stacking Kit number G...
Page 12 - Installation Instructions; UNPACKING YOUR DRYER; Side View; LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER; must; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION; Electrical
Installation Instructions 12 UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foamshipping pads by pulling at the sides and breakingthem away from the dryer legs. Be sure to removeall of the foam pieces around the legs. Remove the bag containing the literature. DRYER DIMENSIONS 23.5 ″ (59...
Page 13 - UNDERCOUNTER INSTALLATION
13 Installation Instructions REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE ORCLOSET 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. Seethe EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section. • Minimum clearance between dryer cab...
Page 14 - To reduce the risk of; TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Installation Instructions 14 CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONINFORMATION 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 ...
Page 15 - For Canadian consumers with models; GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS; WARNING –; NEVER LEAVE THE; Bring the power cord through the bracket .
Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS This dryer must be connected to an individualbranch 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 elect...
Page 17 - Phillips-head screwdriver; EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST
Installation Instructions 17 EXHAUSTING THE DRYER WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury: • This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. • Use only 4 ″ rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct . • Use only 4 ″ rigid metal or UL-listed flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil...
Page 18 - Elbows
Installation Instructions 18 EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont .) CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT • For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is recommended. • Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk ofcrushing and kinking. UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI...
Page 19 - USE ONLY METAL DUCT 4; Rigid Metal
Installation Instructions 19 WARNING USE ONLY METAL DUCT 4 ″ DIAMETER (102 mm FOR CANADA). DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THANSPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE. Dryer Exhausting Information—Metal Duct Only Ducting Materials: For best performance, this dryer should be vented with 4 ″ diameter all-rigid m...
Page 20 - • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal; STANDARD REAR EXHAUST; We strongly recommend using rigid metal
Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal duct and replace with UL-listed duct . • Remove any lint from the wall exhaust opening. Internalductopening Wall Check that exhausthood damper opensand closes freely. STANDARD REAR EXHAUST We recommend that you...
Page 21 - BEFORE PERFORMING; Dryer Exhaust to side of cabinet; Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.; ADDING A NEW DUCT; Tape the connection between the duct and elbow.; Be sure not to pull or
21 WARNING – BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TODISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICALSUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMSFROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDETHE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES. Installation Instructions SIDE VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to side of cabinet Detach and ...
Page 22 - NEVER LEAVE; Dryer Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet
22 WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE. COVER BACK OPENING WITH A COVER PLATE(COVER PLATE – WE1M545) AVAILABLE FROMYOUR LOCAL SERVICE PROVIDER. Installation Instructions SIDE VENTING (cont .) Connect standard metal elbows and ducts tocomplete the exhaust system. Cover back openi...
Page 23 - Make sure the tape; Internal duct joints must be; Dryer Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet .; Place dryer in final location.
23 BOTTOM VENTING (cont .) ADDING A NEW DUCT • Reconnect the cutportion A of theduct to the blowerhousing. • Tape the elbow in a 90-degreeposition toprevent rotation. • Insert the elbow through the rear holeand connect it to portion A. Rotate the elbow through the bottom opening. CAUTION: Be sure no...
Page 24 - LEVEL THE DRYER; PLUG DRYER IN; FINAL SETUP; DRYER STARTUP; Press the; If the dryer has been exposed to; The dryer is now ready for use.; SERVICING; Label all wires prior; Stacking installations may require a power
Installation Instructions 24 LEVEL THE DRYER Stand the dryer upright near the final location and adjust the four leveling legs at the corners to ensure that the dryer is level from side to sideand front to rear. Raise Lower PLUG DRYER IN Ensure properground existsbefore use. 1 FINAL SETUP 2 DRYER ST...
Page 25 - IMPORTANT NOTES; Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint .; Mounting Screw
25 ❒ Phillips-head screwdriver Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired) IMPORTANT NOTES • Read the instructions all the way through beforestarting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint . • Provide a nonscratching work surface for the doors. • Set screws down by t...
Page 26 - REMOVE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY; Remove hinge bracket anchoring screws.; DISASSEMBLE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY; Remove the inner face.; BEFORE YOU START; Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet .
REMOVE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY Remove hinge bracket anchoring screws. 1 DISASSEMBLE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY Remove 16 door screws and male end of latchfrom the inner side of the door. 2 Remove the inner face. Installation Instructions 26 BEFORE YOU START Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet . REVERSING T...
Page 27 - REPLACE DOOR ASSEMBLY; Replace all door screws that were removed.
Installation Instructions 27 REPLACE DOOR ASSEMBLY Replace a door screw in the center of the sideopposite the hinge. Then put the male end of thelatch into place and fasten with two door screws. 3 Fasten the hinge back on at the top and bottomwith the hinge mounting screws. REPLACE DOOR ASSEMBLY (CO...
Page 28 - STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired); • Potential Personal Injury. More than two people
STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired) If you are planning to stack the washer and dryer, order Stacking Kit number GE24STACK to be used for this dryer. Kit sold separately. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local electri...
Page 29 - INSTALLATION PREPARATION; Remove the packaging.; hillips screwdriver; REMOVE THE DRYER LEVELING LEGS; Remove the dryer leveling legs.
Installation Instructions 29 INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to laythe dryer down on its side. Continue using thecarton to protect the finished floor in front of the installation location. KIT CONTENTS (GE KIT #GE24STACK) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ...
Page 30 - INSTALL BRACKET TO WASHER; Leave screws loose so dryer hole; Potential; tapping; FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION; Potential Personal
INSTALL BRACKET TO WASHER A. Remove washer top cap screw from the rear left . Align left bracket holes with top cap screwhole on rear left of the unit and replace screw. NOTE: Leave screws loose so dryer hole alignment will be easier. B. Drive next screw through the bracket into the rear of the wash...
Page 32 - Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com . You may not need to call for service. PROBLEM Possible Causes What To Do Dryer shakes or Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs makes no...
Page 33 - PROBLEM
GEAppliances.com Consumer S uppor t Tr oubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions PROBLEM Possible Causes What To Do No numbers displayed Dryer is continuously • This is normal. When the dryer senses a low level of during cycle, only lights monitoring the amount of moisture in the...
Page 35 - Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.; technician. To schedule service
35 Consumer S uppor t Tr oubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions ■ 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 forother than the intended purpose or ...
Page 37 - in Canada
Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even sched...