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I have to slam the door hard to close; then I have to use one hand to hold the dryer from sliding around and the other to pull on the dryer door to open. In both cases, I first tried to open and close with less force and this did not work.by
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spoonflower
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mississippi
8 years, 11 months ago
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Have had the same problem with my GE dryer. Installation person said it will loosen up in time...has not, bought in 2021. I am now awaiting service on this broken dryer. When I went to use it got a clicking sound and a message...OPEN DOOR. I believe I'm going to pay a pretty hefty fee to fix this dryer and may be due to this hard to open and close door and the fact that I have to slam it for it to close. Won't even get into the crappy matching washer from GE...without an agitator it easily goes off balance...no more GE for me!!by
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Kathy
7 months ago
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I just bought a GE Profile washer and dryer, and I have to pull so hard on the door to open it, and practically slam it shut. The washer doesn’t fill enough to wash the clothes. They are total garbage. Do yourself a favor and keep looking.Images for this Answer
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Anonymous
1 year, 1 month ago
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My dryer door opens to the right.You literally have to be a body builder in order to open and close the door. I'm afraid Im going to break the door by slamming it too hard. Also the door will not stay open while loading and unloading. I believe that's an issue with the installers who did not level it properly. I'm not happy about this. I just got the washer & dryer on 12/21/22.
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Anonymous
1 year, 4 months ago
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We tried it at the store and had the same problem. We thought it would loosen up a little after a few uses. I have to pull it so hard that I've actually put dents in my wall. HORRIBLEby
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Anonymous
1 year, 10 months ago
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Yea! I just went online to find out if there were reviews. I’d like this fixed s. The dryer is brand new!by
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Anonymous
1 year, 10 months ago
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Yes we just bought this and you have to literally slam the heck out of door to close. It’s awful!by
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Anonymous
1 year, 11 months ago
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I have the same dryer and it is the hardest dryer door I have ever opened. We noticed it at the showroom and hoped it would be different at home but it’s not. We’ve had it a few months and it’s almost like something is wrong with it but we have been told a million times it’s normal…by
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Davidt77
1 year, 11 months ago
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I don't have problem with the door.8 years, 11 months ago
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Hello spoonflower - this is Nancy at GE. We are very sorry to hear that your dryer door is difficult to open or close. This is not what we would have expected to hear, and we apologize for your inconvenience. If the hinges on the dryer door were reversed, we recommend checking to make certain the door opening was reversed properly. If this does not help, we recommend contacting GE Factory Service at 1-800-432-2737 for assistance. I hope this helps! Thanks for checking with us!by
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sc
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Illinois
9 years, 11 months ago
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Not that I know of. The vent is on the bottom right if you are looking at it from the back.by
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9 years, 8 months ago
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Dryer vent outlet is in the back along with the electrical and water (for steam) hook ups. My dryer vents out through a wall to the left of the dryer. Hope this helps you.by
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Elmwood Park, NJ
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9 years, 9 months ago
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Hello- This is Lisa from GE. I am happy to assist you. The dryer can vent from the bottom, rear and both sides. I hope this helps. Thanks for checking!by
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9 years, 11 months ago
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assuming some rigid and some flex duct and 3 or 4 turns.thanks
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Anonymous
10 years, 4 months ago
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I have about 3 feet of flexible duct from the dryer into our basement, and then about 8 feet of rigid duct to the outside wall, and the dryer works well.by
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Liberty Hill, SC
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10 years, 3 months ago
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Hello,Thank you for your question on the GE Dryer model GTDP490EDWS.
Proper airflow and ducting is important to the operation and performance of the dryer.
The maximum allowable duct length and number of bends of the exhaust system
depends upon the type of duct, number of turns, the type of exhaust hood (wall cap),
and all conditions noted below. The maximum duct length for rigid metal duct is
shown in the table below.
With 4 elbows using rigid metal, the duct can be 25 feet long and 3 turns with rigid metal 35 feet.
Please see the installation instruction for complete details and specifications
On venting.
~ For every extra 90° elbow, reduce the allowable vent system length by 10 ft.
~ Two 45° elbows will be treated like one 90° elbow.
~ For the side exhaust installations, add one 90° elbow to the chart.
~ The total vent system length includes all the straight portions and elbows of the system
(transition duct included).
~ Venting straight up through the roof is no longer acceptable.
Should you have any additional questions, please let us know.
Donna with GE
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Anonymous
8 years, 8 months ago
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You should always replace the power cords. These dryers are high power consumers esp the older one you may have had. Best replaced as a caution.by
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Boston
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8 years, 8 months ago
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Hello - this is Nancy at GE Appliances and I am happy to help you. Most electric dryer power cords are sold separately to ensure that they comply with all state and local wiring codes. These codes vary significantly from state to state, and even, city to city, therefore, we recommend using a new cord with a new appliance. The dryer power cord must be UL rated 120/240V, 30A with 3 or 4 prongs. You should identify the plug type as per the house receptacle before purchasing a line cord. There are numerous internal venting kits available on the market. They are not recommended for use on GE and Hotpoint dryers. The concern over internal venting is for lint build up around the electrical parts and moisture damage from the humidity being pulled from the clothes. I hope this helps! Thanks for checking with us!by
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8 years, 8 months ago
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Hi,I live in an old apartment bldg wherein the wiring is 120(v) - I guess that's the standard. I want to know the following: (1) whether an electrical cord kit must be purchased and (2) if it comes in 120v?
Thanks,
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INeedaDryer
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NY
8 years, 9 months ago
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Hello INeedaDryer - this is Nancy at GE Appliances and I am happy to help you. Most electric dryer power cords are sold separately to ensure that they comply with all state and local wiring codes, which vary locally. They are supplied with a 3-prong grounding plug. Electric dryers such as this require 240/208Volts, 30 amp circuit breaker. I hope this helps! Thanks for checking with us!by
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8 years, 9 months ago
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This product requires the purchase of a 120 volt power cord.8 years, 9 months ago
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I though this is a vent-less dryer, but why it need a vent to outside?by
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Jeff
from
San Francisco
9 years ago
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"ventless dryer"? no such thing, unless you hang you clothes on a line. :) No, this dryer definitely has a vent.by
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SLC UT
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9 years ago
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Hi Jeff-this is Sue from GE. Thanks for your interest! This is not a vent-less dryer. The dryer must be exhausted to the outside. Thanks for checking with us.by
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9 years ago
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