Haier Gdz51 Manual

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Lint Filter:
•It is located on middle-front behind door. The filters slides out easily 
for cleaning.
•It is ok to wash the lint filter with water and/or soap. 
• Check filter before each use to assure it is free of lint.
•A clean lint filter ensures efficient drying and clothes will remain lint-free
when unloading the dryer. If lint filter is full of dust and lint, it will
reduce air flow through the dryer and increase drying time. 
Leveling Legs:
• Your dryer has four leveling legs which are located in the front and rear
corners of your dryer. After properly placing your dryer in its proper
position, you can level you dryer.
•Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise your
dryer or by turning them counterclockwise to lower your dryer.GDZ5-1 manual  10/22/01  11:44 AM  Page 11 
						

							11English1. Sort clothes for drying. Separate dark and light colored items, 
like you do for washing. Check for stains that have not been removed
in washing. Dryer heat may permanently set some stains. Properly
dried clothes will need minimum of care when removed from dryer.
2. Load up dryer with washed clothes. For optimum results, use 
dryer load of similar weight, fabric and construction. Place small items
in a mesh bag to prevent from tangling. Do not overload the dryer.
An average load will fill up half the drum. Add fabric softener 
sheet if desired.
3. Select the drying temperature depending on the fabric type.
4. Select the drying time depending on the fabric type and load size.
5. Push the start button to start the drying cycle.
6. Wait for the drying cycle to finish before opening the dryer door.
7. Clean the lint filter after every load and before each use. A clean filter
ensures sufficient drying. A layer of lint on the filter reduces airflow
through the clothes and reduces drying time.
Note:Do not over dry clothes. Over drying can cause shrinkage, 
harshness and wrinkling of fabric.
Following sounds are normally heard during the operation of the dryer.
• Tumbling sounds. This is normal as the heavy wet clothes in the dryer
are continuously being tossed around.
•Air rushing noise. This happens as the dryer drum spins at very high
RPM and the air is rushing through the dryer drum.
•  Timer clicks may be heard. Normal Operating SoundsOperationsGDZ5-1 manual  10/22/01  11:44 AM  Page 12 
						

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Drying Tips
Note:The average load will fill drum 1
/3to 1
/2full. Clothes will need room to tum-
ble freely for even drying and less wrinkling. If you overload the dryer, you
may cause damage to motor because it will not handle overloads and the
dryer may not start at all. You may have to remove some portion of clothes
and dry that separately. Your clothes may be wrinkled and take long time to
dry. This may not be an efficient way to dry your clothes. 
Preparing clothes for drying:
• Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.
• Separate dark-colored clothes from light-colored clothes. 
• Separate clothes that shed lint from those that attract lint.
• Balance the dryer load evenly throughout the dryer for the best results.
•If your clothes have buckles, buttons and trim, make sure that they 
are HEATPROOF.
• To prevent snagging and tangling, make sure that you close zippers, fasten hooks,
tie strings and sashes.  
•Check if there are any stains on clothes that may not have been removed during
washing. Sometimes dryer heat may permanently set some stains on clothes.
Remove any stains prior to drying.
•When drying small items, place them in a heatproof mesh bag to prevent from
tangling, getting stuck in small drum holes. This is very convenient for easy
removal of small items. 
•Always check that the lint filter is clean and in place properly to collect the lint
from clothes. 
•When drying large items such as blankets, bed sheets, draperies and curtains try
to dry 2 to 3 at a time. 
•Do not over dry clothes. It can cause wrinkling, shrinkage, harshness and static
electricity.GDZ5-1 manual  10/22/01  11:44 AM  Page 13 
						

							English13•Lint filter needs to be cleaned before and after each use for 
your unit to operate at optimum efficiency. The filter can be slid out, 
by pulling on the tab located on the inside of the dryer door. The filter
may be washed or vacummed. Remove the excess water from the filter
by gently shaking the filter. This will remove dust and particles trapped
in the filter. Lint build-up in screen restricts air flow, which causes 
longer drying times. After cleaning, slide the filter back in place. 
DO NOT USE YOUR DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER.
•Do not use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning the interior.
Hazardous fumes or electric shock could occur.
•Clean cabinet with mild soap and water. Do not use harsh or abrasive
cleaners, as this could damage the dryer.
•Clean the duct and the vent on a regular basis to avoid clogging which
could affect the efficiency of the dryer.Energy Saving Tips
• Keep the lint screen clean and exhaust the dryer properly.
•Sort load batches properly and select proper temperature and cycle settings. 
• Avoid overloading, adding wet clothes to a partially dry load and over drying.
•If you have multiple loads to dry, try to dry one load after another right away to
take an advantage of a warm dryer. This way you already have a warm dryer
and you save some time for drying.
•Do not open door needlessly because it causes warm/hot air to escape; which
prolongs drying time.
•Use dryer during low humidity because it will be a normal drying time due to
very less moisture in the air than during high humidity days where the air is 
very moist.Care and Cleaning GuideGDZ5-1 manual  10/22/01  11:44 AM  Page 14 
						

							Dryer does not operate:
• Check if unit is plugged in. The plug may have come loose.
• Check if the electrical wall receptacle is of proper voltage. 
•Check if the circuit breaker needs to be reset or if the fuse 
needs to be replaced.
• Check if the unit is in “Off” mode. Press Start button again.
• Check if door is open.
Dryer is working but not drying the clothes:
•Unit may be over loaded. The dryer drum should only be half full.
• Check exhaust ducts and vent. Vent should be free of all obstructions.
• Duct should be lint and dust free. Ducts should be cleaned regularly.
•Dryer load needs to be resorted. Heavy clothes may need to be 
separated from regular clothes.
• Bulky clothes may require repositioning.
•If clothes dry unevenly a higher dry setting may be required or 
clothes in the dryer may need to be resorted.
Dryer making noise when drying:
•Coins, loose change, buttons and other heavy objects could make noise.
•Dryer may need to be leveled evenly. Read Operating Guide – Normal
Operating Sounds.
Static:
•Caused by over drying. Adjust for shorter drying time.
•Mixed with synthetic fabric. Sort and separate different fabrics.
•Use a fabric softener.TroubleShooting14EnglishGDZ5-1 manual  10/22/01  11:44 AM  Page 15 
						

							Select a suitable location for the dryer on a hard even surface away from direct
sunlight or heat source e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances etc.
Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling legs located on the 
bottom of the dryer.
• Phillips head and flathead screwdrivers
• Channel-lock adjustable pliers
•1
/2inch open end wrench
• Carpenter’s level
• Measuring tape (12ft. min.)
• Duct tape
• Rigid or flexible metal 4 inch (10.2 cm) duct
• Vent hood
Power Supply:
3 or 4 wire, 240 Volt, 30 Amp, 60Hz, 1 Phase
Power Supply Cord Kit:(not supplied when sold in the United States)
The dryer MUST employ a 3-conductor power supply cord NEMA 10-30
type SRDT rated at 240 Volt AC minimum, 30 Amp., with 3 open end
spade lug connectors with upturned ends or closed loop connectors and
marked for use with clothes dryers. If being installed in a manufactured
(mobile) home, the dryer MUST employ a 4-conductor power supply cord
NEMA 14-30 type SRDT or ST (as required) rated at 240 Volt AC 
minimum, 30 Amp., with 4 open end spade lug connectors with 
upturned ends or closed loop connectors and marked for use with clothes
dryers. See Electrical Connections for A 4-Wire System.
1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all
adhesive tape holding the dryer accessories inside and outside.
2. Inspect and remove any remains of packaging, tape or printed 
materials before using the dryer. Tools and Materials Required
Electrical RequirementsINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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							The following are specific requirements for proper and safe 
operation of your dryer. Failure to follow these instructions
can create excessive drying times and fire hazards.WARNING1. Do not use plastic flexible duct to exhaust the dryer. Excessive lint can build up
inside exhaust system and create a fire hazard and restrict air flow. Restricted air
flow will increase dryer times. If your present system is made up of plastic duct or
metal foil duct, replace it with a rigid or flexible metal duct. Ensure present duct
is free of any lint prior to installing dryer duct.
2. If the dryer is not exhausted out doors, some fine lint will be expelled into the
laundry area. An accumulation of lint in any area of the home can create a
health and fire hazard. To reduce risk of fire, dryer MUST BE 
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
3. Do not allow combustible material (for example: clothing, draperies/curtains,
paper) to come in contact with exhaust system. The dryer must not be exhausted
into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or any concealed space of a building which
can accumulate lint, resulting in a fire hazard.
4. Exceeding the length of duct pipe or number of elbows allowed in the “Maximum
Length” charts can cause an accumulation of lint in the exhaust system. Plugging
the system could create a fire hazard, as well as increase drying times.
5. Do not screen the exhaust ends of the vent system, nor use any screws or rivets to
assemble the exhaust system. Lint can become caught in the screen, on the screws
or rivets, clogging the duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as increasing
drying times. Use an approved vent hood to terminate the duct outdoors, and
seal all joints with duct tape. All male duct pipe fittings must be installed 
downstream with the flow of air.
Explosion hazard:
Do not install the dryer where gasoline or other flammables are kept or stored.
If the dryer is installed in a garage, it must be minimum of 18 inches (45.7 cm)
above the floor. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire or burns.Exhaust System Connections
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Materials                                              Use only 4 inch (10.2 cm) diameter (minimum) rigid or flexible metal duct and
approved vent hood which has a swing-out damper hat open when the dryer is in
operation. When the dryer stops, the dampers automatically close to prevent drafts
and the entrance of insects and rodents. To avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a
minimum of 12 inches (30.5 cm) clearance between the vent hood and the ground
or any other obstruction. The vent flap should be able to move freely.
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After installation is completed, the following method must be used to 
determine if the exhaust system is acceptable:
1. Connect an inclined or digital manometer between the dryer and the
point the exhaust connects to the dryer.
2. Set the dryer timer and temperature to air fluff (cool down) 
and start the dryer.
3. Read the measurement on the manometer.
4. The system back pressure must not be higher than 0.75 inches 
of water column. If the system back pressure is less than 0.75 
inches of water column, the system is acceptable. If the 
manometer reading is higher than 0.75 inches of water column, the
system is too restrictive and the installation is unacceptable.
Although vertical orientation of the exhaust system is acceptable, certain
extenuating circumstances could affect the performance of the dryer:
1. Only the rigid metal duct work should be used.
2. Venting vertically through a roof may expose the exhaust 
system to down drafts causing an increase in vent restriction.
3. Running the exhaust system through an area not insulated 
may cause condensation and faster accumulation of lint.
4. Compression or crimping of the exhaust system will 
cause an increase in vent restriction.
The exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned a minimum of every
18 months with normal usage. The more the dryer is used, the more often
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							19EnglishDo Not Install Your Dryer:
•In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions.
•In an area where it will come in contact with curtains, drapes, 
or anything that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
•On carpet. Floor must be solid with a maximum slope of 
1inch (2.54 cm).
Installation in Recess or Closet:
•A dryer installed in a bedroom, bathroom, recess or closet, must be
exhausted outdoors.
• Your dryer needs the space around it for proper ventilation.
•A minimum of 120 square inches (774.2 square cm) of opening, 
equally divided at the top and bottom of the door, is required. Air 
openings are required to be unobstructed when a door is installed. A
louvered door with equivalent air openings for the full length of the door
is acceptable. Location of Your Dryer                 
             
                   
              
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