GE Dryer Review 2021 | General Electric

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You’ll find washers and other laundry products under the Appliances division of General Electric Co., as well as kitchen appliances like refrigerators, freezers, ice makers, dishwashers, ovens, cooktops, ranges, range hoods, and microwaves. The GE Appliances website lets customers research and compare products, shop and order online through partner retailers, register products, and access maintenance, care, and warranty information. Other appliance brands under the GE umbrella include Monogram, Haier, and Hotpoint.

Model: GTD72EBPNDG, GTD72EBSNWS

This GE top load electric dryer, model number GTD72EBPNDG, is available in Diamond Gray and white exterior finishes and is our No. 2 Best Dryer of 2021 with a score of 4 out of 5. It features a 7.4-cubic foot capacity, which is about average compared to other clothes dryers in our reviews and ratings, and an aluminized alloy drum. This model also features a reversible door for flexibility in how you configure your laundry room. There are four temperature settings, a moisture sensor to automatically end the drying cycle when selected, settings for customized cycles, and 12 cycle options, including quick dry and EcoDry, a setting that reduces energy consumption for certain types of loads. Wi-Fi capability is available when equipped with an optional accessory, for Amazon Alexa, If This Then Then That (IFTTT), and Google Assistant connectivity. These features make this GE electric dryer about comparable to other dryers in this price range and in our ratings.

This dryer is Energy Star qualified for energy efficiency, which helps it stand out amongst the dryers in our rankings, since only a few other dryers have this rating. This dryer has two choices for coordinating washing machines in the GE lineup, model GTW725BPNDG and model GTW720BPNDG. This dryer also has vent capability up to 120 feet, which is more than most comparable dryers, and four exhaust location options, which make it a good choice for buyers who cannot install their dryer right next to a vent.

The GE GTD72EBPNDG electric dryer costs $949 in the gray exterior finish, and $849 in the white exterior finish. At this price, this dryer lands in about the middle of the rival dryers in our rankings, though it is a competitive price considering most other dryers that feature Wi-Fi capability have higher prices.

This GE top load dryer, model number GTD65EBSJWS, is available only in a white exterior finish and with an electric heating element. Its 7.4-cubic foot load capacity is about average compared to the clothes dryers in our reviews and ratings, and it features a durable aluminized alloy drum. This dryer also features a reversible door and is not stackable.

There are five temperature settings, a moisture sensor to automatically end the drying cycle when selected with the Sensor Dry feature, controls for customized cycles, and dry cycles that include quick dry, EcoDry, and Wrinkle Care. The Damp Alert feature notifies you when your clothes are at the ideal moisture level for ironing. Wi-Fi capability is available when equipped with an optional accessory, for Amazon Alexa, IFTTT, and Google Assistant connectivity.

This dryer is Energy Star qualified for energy efficiency. It matches with GE’s washer model GTW685BSLWS. This dryer also has vent capability up to 120 feet, which is more than most comparable dryers, and four exhaust location options.

This GE electric dryer costs $799.00. That’s a typical price for a dryer with these features and capabilities.

GE’s website can help customers locate the dryer model or models they’re interested in. There are links to online retailers that sell GE appliances through their websites, including national and local department stores, home improvement stores, and electronics stores. The GE website will also help you locate authorized brick-and-mortar GE retailers near you, with links to their websites, hours, contact information, and directions to the store.

Follow care and cleaning guidelines as specified by the dryer’s owner’s manual. As an example, we checked out the user manual for GE dryer model GTD72EBPNDG, which we reviewed earlier in this article.

GE suggests that a professional service should be used for annual cleaning of the inside of the dryer and the dryer’s ventilation system. To examine the duct or conduct cleaning, the dryer should be unplugged, the duct should be disconnected from the dryer, and the hose should be vacuumed with the vacuum cleaner’s hose attachment. GE suggests using a mirror to check the inside of the exhaust hood, and to ensure there is no wildlife intrusion.

The exterior should be cleaned with a damp cloth, and care should be taken not to spill cleaning products on the dryer. Some laundry products are capable of damaging the front panel or the dryer’s exterior finish. The lint filter should be cleaned before each use. Lint can be removed by hand, and buildup can be removed by washing in soapy water and fully drying before replacing. The lint filter area can be vacuumed to remove buildup.

Specific warranty coverage for a GE dryer may depend on the specific model, and can be found in the product’s owner’s manual. The warranty coverage starts on the date the appliance is purchased, which can be verified by the sales invoice, letter from the builder, or other proof of occupancy, or, if such documentation is not available, the product’s manufacturing date will be used. GE offers extended warranty coverage through Assurant, a third-party supplier.

As an example of GE’s dryer warranty coverage, we checked out the user manual for GE dryer model GTD72EBPNDG, which we reviewed earlier in this article. This dryer carries a one-year limited warranty, during which GE will replace any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship, and all labor and related service to replace the defective part. Warranty service is provided by a GE factory service center or a service technician authorized by GE. The warranty does not cover instruction on product usage, repairs due to improper installation, delivery, or maintenance, repairs due to abuse or misuse, replacement of house fuses or resetting of the home’s circuit breaker, or damage caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. For best results and to maintain warranty coverage, follow the usage and maintenance guidelines outlined in the owner’s manual.

GE’s website provides information about the status of current orders, active product recalls, appliance installation and removal information, and returns information and status. After purchasing a new GE dryer or other appliance, you can use GE’s site to create a customer account and register the product, which provides easy access to service history, service appointments, product manuals and documentation, parts ordering, and service scheduling.

The Customer Support section of the site also has answers to frequently asked questions, in general and by appliance type. The Dryer FAQs section addresses common issues with GE dryers to help customers troubleshoot and fix problems and performance issues. If that doesn’t work, owners can search keywords for more online help, or be taken to assistance for a specific dryer model.

To contact GE’s customer support for additional appliance help, call 800-626-2005 Monday through Friday, 8 am to 8 pm Eastern time, or Saturday 8 am to 7 pm Eastern time.

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