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GE Consumer Home Services Training TECHNICAL SERVICE GUIDE Wizard 7.0 Cubic Foot Super Capacity Dryer MODEL SERIES: DPSE592EA0 DPSE592GA0 DNCD450EA0 DNCD450GA0 PUB # 31-9059 08/00...
Dryer Nomenclature Model Number D P S E 5 9 2 E A 0 W W Product Key Attribute Color D = Dryer W = White Features Body Color P = Profile W = White Engineering Revision Capacity S = Super 0 = None Product Type Model Year...
This warranty is valid only in the United States. Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care Warranty may vary in Canada. See your ® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. approved Profile dealer for details. l l i s l i , y t .
Installation Highlights Exhaust Information Note: To check airflow restrictions on the electric dryer model, check amperage from the black wire WARNING: Use only metal 4-in. duct. Do not use to pin #8. If 22.2 amps are shown and the relay duct longer than specified in the Exhaust Length does not trip within 10 minutes, the airflow is OK.
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• Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct Using Flexible Metal Ducts with a kitchen exhaust: a combination of lint and If rigid all-metal duct cannot be used, then flexible grease could create a fire hazard. all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the •...
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Alcove or Closet Installation tening devices which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent. • If your dryer is approved for installation in an • Provide an opening with a free area of at least alcove or closet, it will be stated on a label on 25 sq.
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5. Reconnect the cut portion (A) of the duct to 8. Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to the blower housing. Ensure the fixing hole is complete the exhaust system. aligned with the tab in the base. Caution: Never leave the rear opening uncovered. Install a cover plate.
Operating Characteristics Note: Not all models have the same features. Your voltage signal. model may vary from those discussed in this • When the load reaches the Damp threshhold, manual. the dryer calculates the required remaining time to dry the load to the specified dryness level. The estimated remaining time appears in the Basic Dryer Operation display, the countdown resumes, and the Sens-...
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Due to the DRYEL™ pad, clothes may be damp updated. However, heater settings do not change; when the dryer cycle is completed; this is normal. default heater settings will be performed. Note: DRYEL™ is not a replacement for professional dry cleaning. Fabrics with large or Start/Pause heavy stains may not come clean using this When this button is pushed either for the first time...
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the beeper is deactivated, or the Stop/Cancel Antibacterial button is pressed. Note: Use this option only with the Cottons or When the Beeper button is pushed during a Mixed Loads cycles. Do not use this cycle for deactivated state, the beeper turns ON at high delicate fabrics.
Electronic Controls The L3 dryer offers the convenience of starting your wash loads with easy one touch cycles. One simple selection automatically sets your Dryness Level and Heat Setting. Then just press Start. Model Type 592 OUCH Sensor Dry Cycles RYNESS SETTING IMED...
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Field Service Mode Sensor Rods Check: S0 displays if sensor rods are open circuit. If a problem exists, E2 displays. To enter the Field Service Mode, disconnect then Touch sensor rod with your hand for 20 seconds. reconnect the electrical power at the wall outlet. SS displays if capacitor is discharging properly.
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Sensor Rod Circuit Description Sensor Rods Table The moisture-sensing rods are part of a circuit that is designed to utilize a low-voltage capacitor that charges to 5 V when the circuit is open, and t l u discharges to 1 V when the circuit is shorted. The gap in the circuit is the space between the rods.
Control Settings Easy O Cycles. OUCH Your new dryer offers the convenience of starting your dryer loads with our easy O cycles. Make one simple OUCH selection, and your DRYNESS LEVEL and HEAT SETTING are automatically set. Then all you have to do is press START . OUCH Quick Start Guide •...
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selections. OUCH cycles use the Sensor Dry feature, which continuously monitors the amount of moisture OUCH in the load and stops the dryer when the clothes are dry. PRESS... AUTOMATICALLY SELECTS... THEN PRESS... For cottons and most linens. For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.
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About drying cycles. DRYEL ™ (on some models) This feature is designed for use with the DRYEL ™ “dry clean only” fabric care system. See product package for directions. For questions or issues related to the use and performance of DRYEL ™...
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About dryness levels. MORE DRY Use for heavy-duty fabrics. Use for a normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle for energy saving. LESS DRY Use for lighter fabrics. DAMP For leaving items partially damp. About timed dry only cycles. To use TIMED DRY ONLY: 1.
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About controls features. START/PAUSE Press twice to select the last cycle you used and start the dryer. If you have selected a new cycle, press once to start the cycle. If the dryer is running, press once to interrupt the cycle; press again to continue the cycle.
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About cycle options. BEEPER Alerts you that the cycle is complete. The beeper will continue to sound every two minutes for the next 6 minutes, until the clothes are removed. The clothes should be removed when the beeper goes off so wrinkles won’t set in. EXTEND TUMBLE Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 20 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are dry.
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About cycle status. These cycle status indicator lights display what part of the cycle the dryer is in and remind you to clean the lint filter. SENSOR DRY This light comes on when a O Sensor Dry Cycle is selected. OUCH TIMED DRY This light comes on when AIR DRY, DEWRINKLE, DRYEL (on some models) or TIMED DRY...
Removal and Replacement Remove Electronic Control Board Remove 4 Screws 1. Remove 4 screws from the top of the backsplash and rotate the top forward. 2. Tag and remove 11 electrical connections. Note: Remove and retain the model selector harness plug for reassembly. 3.
Schematics WARNING POWER MUST BE DISCONNECTED BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. Terminal Layout on PCB, Electric Model DPSE592EA0 TERMINAL LAYOUT ON PCB, ELECTRIC DRYER BROWN BROWN/WHITE BLACK BROWN BROWN 6543 1 BLUE BLUE ORANGE WHITE GRAY BLUE MODEL SELECTOR ORANGE GRAY...
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L3 Dryer - Electric Model Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing the controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. DOOR SWITCH DRUM LAMP WHITE BLACK BLACK/RED ELECTRONIC DRYER YELLOW POWER BOARD OUTLET INLET (ULTRACARE)
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L3 Dryer - Gas Model Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing the controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. DRUM LAMP DOOR SWITCH BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE ELECTRONIC DRYER YELLOW POWER BOARD WHITE OUTLET/ULTRACARE...
Troubleshooting Flowcharts L3 Dryer - Electric Model Dryer Proper voltage to House fuse, breaker, Dryer. wall outlet problem. Enter field service mode (disconnect/ Thermistor, No Error. reconnect power, then press and hold Start DSSD output displays and Cotton buttons). Test Fd, EL, and EEPROM Thermistor Error or Unit will start...
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L3 Dryer - Gas Model Dryer Proper voltage to House fuse, breaker, Dryer. wall outlet problem. Enter field service mode (disconnect/ Touch rods Sensor Rods, Open reconnect power, then with hand for No Fault, Rods OK. Circuit, Normal press and hold Start 20 seconds.
Illustrated Parts Breakdown Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 30 –...
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Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 31 –...
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Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 32 –...
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Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 33 –...
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Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 34 –...
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Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 35 –...
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Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 36 –...
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Motor, heater 1, heater 2, and drum light Wizard Dryer. T or F c) Motor, heater 1, and heater 2 d) Motor, igniter, and ultra-care relay Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 37 –...
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Exploded parts views and list for Model DPSE592EA0. Refer to microfiche for specific model information. – 38 –...