Use And Care Guide

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Use and Care Guide Commercial Dryer Contenfi Care and Cleaning Dqer Efiaust 5 5 tint Filter Model and Serial Numbers 5 6 safe~ Instructions Setice Storing Dqer Warranw 24 6 SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 5 6 FOR GAS DRYERS: YOU MUST POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION 1. Instructions to follow if the user smells gas: Contact your local gas supplier for information to be displayed. 2. Instructions concerning flammable materials as follows: FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. risk of fire, MPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS A electricshock,or warning—Toreducethe injury to persons Read all instructionsbeforeusing this appliance. whenusingyour appliance,followbasic precautions,includingthe following: IMPORTANTSAFETYNOTICE The California Safe DrinkingWater and Toxic EnforcementAct requires the Governor of California (o publish a list of substancesknown to the state to c~usecancer, birth defects or other reproductiveharm and requires businessesto warn customers of potentialexposure to such substances. Gas appliancescan cause minor exposure to four of these substances,natnely benzene. carbon tn{>noxide, formaldehydeand soot, caused primarily by the incompletecombustionof natural gas or Lp fL]e]s, Exposllreto these substancescan be minimized fullher by properly ventingthe dryers to the outdoors. Basic Precautions @Usethis applianceonlyfor its intendedpurpose as described in this Use and Care Guide. *This dryer must be properlyinstalledand ● WITHOUT THE LINT FILTERIN PLACE. ● ~l.(~catewhere the temperature is above50°F. (10’C.)for satisfactoryoperationof the dryer controlsystem.Donot installor store the dryer whereit willbe exposedto the weather. *Connectto a properly rated, protectedand sizedpowersupplyc]rcuitto avoid electrical overload. ~ Exhaustingto the outsideis REQUIREDto prelent large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room. Carefully follow the ~jxhaustingDetails in the InstallationInstructions. *1){)not repair or replaceany part of the applianceor attempt any servicingunless specificallyrecommendedin this Useand Care Guideor in publisheduser-repair instructions that youunderstand and have the skillsto carry out. In fulfilling the specific needs of different commercial installationsthe purchaser of this dryer may wish to locate the coin box and controls in any of a number of locations.The responsibility for the proper performanceof this work lies solely with the purchaser. It should be done by properly trained and qualifled personnel,and in accordance with local code rec[uirements. To Reduce the Risk of ElectricShock Properlyground to conformwithall governing codesand ordinances.Followdetailsin InstallationInstructions. cWhendisconnectingthis appliancepull by the plug rather than the cord to avoid damage to the ● cord or junction of cord and plug. Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be steppedon, tripped over or otherwise subjectedto damage or stress. locatedin accordancewiththe Installation Instructionsbeforeit is used. If you did not recei~ean InstallationInstruction sheet with your dryer, you can obttiinone by contactingthe service locationnearest you. Cleanthe lint filter beforeeachload to prevent lint accumulationinsidethe dryer or in the room. DO NOT OPERATETHE DRYER c Tominimizethe possibilityof electricshock, unplug this appliancefrom the power supply before attempting any maintenanceor cleaning (except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter). NOTE: ApplianceMUST be unpluggedto ensure that power is disconnected.Turning the appliance off at the control panel does NOT disconnectpower. ● ● ● Donot tamper withthe controls. Donot operate this applianceif it is damaged, malfunctioning,partially disassembled,or has missingor broken parts, includinga damaged cord or plug. Any coin box or sitnilar device added to the dryer, either electricallyor mechanically,should be properly grounded. Careand Cleating 1 USERMAINTENANCE ‘ INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products if such products are sprayed on or have direct contact with the dryer. Apply these pre-treatment products away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by your warranty. ● The Drum. Porcelainenameldrum is rust-resistant and requiresno specialcare. The Exterior. Wipe off any spills or washing compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try not to strike the surface with sharp objects. The Lint Filter. Wipe lint filter before every use. Periodically lint filter should be removed and suction hose from vacuum cleaner should be inserted into the opening. Dryw Exhaust: Inspect and clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year. Do not obstruct the flow of intake air. The air intake is located on rear of dryer. To store dryer: For short period of time, disconnect power supply and clean lint filter. Do not store dryer where it will be exposed to the weather. 5 ToReducetheRiskof Injury ● Neverreach into the dryer whilethe drum is moving.Before loading,unloadingor adding clothes, wait until the drum has completely stopped. ● Donot dry fiberglassarticlesin your dryer. Skin irritationcould result from the remaining glass particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequentdryer uses. Closesupervisionis necessaryif this appliance is used by or near children.Donot allow childrento play inside,on, or withthis applianceor any discardedappliance.Dispose of discardedappliancesand shippingor packingmaterialsproperly.Beforediscardinga dryer, or removingfrom service,removethe door of the dryer compartment. *Keepall laundry aids (suchas detergents, bleaches,fabric softeners,etc.)out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. ● Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury. Keepthe flooraround your appliancecleanand dry to reducethe possibilityof slipping. Neverclimbon or stand on the dryer top. cIf this is a gas dryer,it has an automaticelectric ignition,not a pilot light.DONOTATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITHA MATCH.Burns may result from havingyour hand near the burner whenthe automaticignitionmay turn on. ● ● Dryer-appliedFabric Softenersor Anti-s@ticConditioners Youmay wishto softenyour launderedfabrics or reducethe static electricityin them. We recommendyou use either a fiabricsoftener in the wash cycle, accordingto the manuflacturer’s instructionsfor those products,or try a dryer-added product for which the manufacturergives written assurance on the package that their product can be safely used in your dryer. Serviceor performanceproblemscausedby the use of theseproductsare the responsibilityof the manufacturersof thoseproductsand are not covered underthe warrantyof this appliance. To Reduce the Risk of Fire ● ExhaustDuct+ee InstallationInstruc ions. Useonlyrigid metal or flexiblemetal 4“diameterductworkinsidethe drver ( abinet or for exhaustingto the outside.US”EOF PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE. DUCTWORKCAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTEDIN USE OR DURING INSTALLATION. ● ● ● Regularly inspectthe exhaust duct to be sure it has not been crushed or otherwise restricted. ● your dryer.Items contaminatedwith cookingoils may contributeto a chemicalreactionthat could cause a clothesload to catch fire. ● Donot useheatto dry articlescontainingrubber, plastic,or similarmaterials (such as padded bras, tennis shoes, galoshes,bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, etc.) as these materials may melt or burn. Also, some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain circumstancesproduce fire by spontaneouscombustion. ● ● Do not store items that may burn or melt (such as clothing, paper material, plastics or plastic containers,etc.) on top of the dryer during the operation. Donot washor dry articlesthat have been cleanedin, washedin, soakedin, or spotted with combustibleor explosivesubstances(such as wax,paint, gasoline,degreasers,dry-cleaning solvents,kerosene,etc.)whichmay igniteor explode.Donot add thesesubstancesto the washwater.Donot use thesesubstancesaround your washerantior dryer during operation. DONOT place items exposedto cookingoils in ● Garmentslabeled“Dry Awayfrom Heat” (such as lifejackets containingKapok)must not be put in your dryer. Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent,or which containsflammable materials (such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in beauty salons, restaurantsor barber shops, etc.) must not be placed in or near the dryer until all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed. There are many highly tlamrnable items used in homes such as: acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some householdcleaners, some spot removers, tu~entines, waxes, wax removers and products containingpetroleumdistillates. Keepthe area around and underneath your appliancesfree from the accumulationof combustiblematerials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. ● ● The interior of the machineand the exhaust duct connectioninsidethe drver shouldbe cleanedperiodicallyby a qualifiedindividual. The laundry processcan reducethe flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, garment manufacturer’scare instructionsshould be followed very carefully. COMMERCIAL WARRANTY FOR GENERAL ELECTRIC DRYER TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY If your new General Electric Commercial Dryer fails because of a manufi~cturin& defect within the second year from the date of purchase, General Electric will furnish, without charge, the required replacement parts. Any related service labor and diagnosis calls are not included. Parts which are excluded from this warranty are the drop coin meter, coin slide mechanism, coin vault and locks. ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. This warranty is yours, as the original purchaser, for dryers purchased and retained within the U.S.A. Of course, it does not cover damage by accident, misuse, or improper installation. Parts and service are available from your General Electric Commercial Laundry Distributor. GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY Home Laundry Products Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225 Write down your dryer’s model and serial numbers. You’11find them on a plate on the front side of the dryer behind the door. If you ever need to call for service you will need these numbers. ~ 9-95 CG Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dryer.