GE DTSR495EF Owner's Manual

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Contents

9Machinewashcycle Normal Permanent Press/wrinkle resistant Gentle/delicate Hand wash Do not wash Do not wringWatertemperature Hot(50°C/120°F) Warm(40°C/105°F) Cold/cool(30°C/85°F)Tumbledry Dry Normal Permanent Press/wrinkle resistant Gentle/delicate Do not tumble dryDo not dry(used withdo not wash)Heatsetting High Medium Low No heat/airSpecialinstructions Line dry/hang to dry Drip dry Dry flat In the shadeBleachsymbols Any bleach(when needed) Only non-chlorine bleach(when needed)Do not bleachWASH LABELS DRY LABELSBLEACH LABELSConsumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety InstructionsAbout loading and using the dryer. ge.comAlways follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.Sorting and Loading HintsAs a general rule, if clothes are sorted properlyfor the washer, they are sorted properly forthe dryer.Do not add fabric softener sheets once the loadhas become warm. They may cause fabric softenerstains. Bounce ® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheetshave been approved for use in all GE Dryers whenused in accordance with the manufacturer’sinstructions.Do not overload. This wastes energy and causeswrinkling.Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items,woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items withplastic trim and foam-filled items.Care and Cleaning of the DryerThe Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washingcompounds with a damp cloth. Dryer controlpanel and finishes may be damaged by somelaundry pretreatment soil and stain removerproducts. Apply these products away from thedryer. The fabric may then be washed and driednormally. Damage to your dryer caused by theseproducts is not covered by your warranty.The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before eachuse. Moisten your fingers and reach into thefilter opening. Run your fingers across the filter.Have a qualified technician vacuum the lintfrom the dryer once a year.Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces,use a damp cloth with a mild, non-abrasivecleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces.Remove the cleaner residue, and then drywith a clean cloth.The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaustducting at least once a year to prevent clogging.A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen thedrying time.Follow these steps:Turn off electrical supply by disconnectingthe plug from the wall socket.Disconnect the duct from the dryer.Vacuum the duct with the hose attachmentand reconnect the duct.The Exhaust Hood: Check from the outside thatthe flaps of the hood move freely when operating.Make sure that there is not wildlife (birds, insects,etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.321Fabric Care LabelsBelow are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.