GE Profile 405 Owner's Manual

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10Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsLoading and using the dryer.Always follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.Sorting and Loading HintsAs a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer.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 themanufacturer’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 andfoam-filled items.The 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 the filteropening. Run your fingers across the filter. Have aqualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryeronce a year.The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaustducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. Apartially clogged exhaust can lengthen the dryingtime.Follow these steps:Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting theplug from the wall socket.Disconnect the duct from the dryer.Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment andreconnect the duct.The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that the insideflaps of the hood move freely when operating. Makesure that there is not wildlife (birds, insects, etc.)nesting inside the duct or hood.321Care and Cleaning of the DryerFabric Care LabelsMachinewashcycle 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 bleachBelow are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.WASH LABELSDRY LABELSBLEACH LABELS