GE DDC4500T0WH, DDC4500T3WH, DDC4500T4WH Installation Guide
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= To reduce the risk of severe injuryor death, follow' all installation instructions.
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local
codes, installation must comply with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas
and Propane installation Code, CSA B149.1.
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act
This act requiresthe governor of California to publish a list of substances known tothe state to cause cancer, birthdefects or
other reproductive harm and requiresbusinesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances
can cause minorexposure tofour of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused
primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion.
Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properlyventing the dryer to the outdoors.
This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes dryer to the outdoors.
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials, if flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is
installed, it must be UL listed and installed in accordance with these instructionsand local codes. Flexible venting
materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct dryer airflow and
increase the risk of fire.
• Do not install or store this appliance in any location where itcould be exposed to water and or weather.
= Save these instructions. (installers: Be sure to leave these instructionswith the customer).
BEFORE YOU BEGIN- Readthe_einstructions
completely and carefully
• important - Save these instructionsfor local inspector's use.
• important- Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer
- Be sure to leave these instructions with the customer.
• Note to Customer
- Keep these instructions for local inspector's use.
• Before the old dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove
the dryer door.
• inspect the dryer exhaust outlet and straighten the outlet walls if
they are bent.
• Service information and the wiring diagram are located in the
control console.
• Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when the appliance is used near children.
• install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F for satisfactory
operation of the dryer control system.
,_ WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual
must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to
prevent property damage, personal injury or death.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
=WHATTO DO IFYOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
, Do not touch
in your building.
, Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire dep't.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
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any electrical switch; do not use any phone
Tools and Materials
you will need
[] Slip joint pliers, 8" pipe wrench,
10" adjustable wrenches (x2),
[] Screwdrivers (slotted or phillips head)
[] Chains (x2)
[] 2" x 4" studs
[] Wall hoods
[] 4" diameter rigid metal duct, duct clamps,
elbows and exhaust hood.
[] Flexible gas connector
[] Pipe compound
[] Soap solution for leak detection
[] Basic safety protection such as safety
goggles, gloves and arm protection are
recommended.
The ANSI Z21.5.1 standard requires the follow-
ing safety cautions be posted and displayed in a
3rominent location:
a. Instructions to be followed in the event
the user smells gas. The information
to be posted shall be obtained by
consulting with the local gas supplier.
b.This note:
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DONOT STOREOR USEGASOLINEOR
OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS
IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
In the state of Massachusetts, installa=
tion must be performed by a qualified or
licensed contractor, plumber, or gas
fitter qualified or licensed by the state.
NOTE: Service of this dryer must be
performed by a qualified service agency.
iNSTALLATiON
Preparing the installation Site and Unpacking the Dryer
1.Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of the new' dryer.
2.Check to be sure that the existing external exhaust is clean and that it meets attached installation specifications.
&Using the four shipping carton corner posts as padding (two on each side), carefully lay the dryer on its left side
and remove foam shipping pad.
4. Return the dryer to an upright position.
5.Move the dryer to the desired location.
CAUTION: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, STACKED
iTS MUST BE FASTENED SECURELY TO WALL. r
REAR ViEW
THE DRYER MUST NOT BE iNSTALLED OR STORED iN
AN AREA WHERE iT WILL BE EXPOSED TO VVATER
AN D/O R WEATH ER.
PLEASE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SPACE FOR OPERATING
AND SERVICING.
_WARNING: Personal injury Hazard
Because of its weight and size, more than one person
is required to lift, tilt or move the washer/dryer.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury.
STEP 1
Attach two chains using Phillips head screws to each end of
upper unit cabinet.
STEP 2
Locate two wall studs behind desired operating location of
stacked units.
NOTE: For wall studs not appropriately spaced, see section
for Alternate Method for Installation of Wall Hooks.
STEP 3
Screw two wall hooks into two wall studs (same height as
chain connections on cabinet of upper unit). Both chains
should pull straight back to wall studs or angle outward.
NEITHER chain should angle inward.
NOTE: The final construction must withstand a pull of 200 Ibs.
STEP 4
Connect both dryers to gas supply.
(See GAS CONNECTION INFORMATION of this
instruction.)
STEP 5
Connect both dryers to power supply. (See ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION INFORMATION section of this instruction.)
STEP 6
Connect both dryers to external exhaust. (See EXHAUST
INFORMATION section of this instruction.)
STEP 7
Hook both chains from upper unit to appropriate wall hooks
taking up any slack.
STEP 8
Adjust all 4 levelling legs. Dryer must be levelled and rest
firmly on all 4 levelling legs.
ATTACH CHAINS HERE
STEP 2
SIDE VIEW
4 LEVELLING LEGS
Alternate Method for Installation of Wall Hooks
STEP 1
If wall studs are not correctly spaced or centered behind upper unit, it
may be necessary to attach a horizontal 2" x 4" board to the existing
wall.
STEP 2
Attach wall hooks in approximate position of two chains of upper unit so
each chain pulls straight back to wall.
NOTE: If wall is concrete or block, drill holes and use appropriate wall
anchors. The final construction must withstand a pull of 200 Ibs.
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WAr_TUDS
Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0 in. clearance both sides and 1 in. rear. Consideration
mustb be given to provide adequate clearance for proper operation and service.
GAS CONNECTION INFORMATION
[i] PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
OF NEW DRYER
TIP:Installyourdryerbeforeinstallingyourwasher.
Thiswill allowbetteraccesswheninstallingdryerexhaust.
DISCONNECTING GAS
SHUT-OFF
VALVETOTHE
OFFPOSITION.
TURNGAS
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DISCONNECTANDDISCARDOLD _
FLEXIBLEGASCONNECTOR
ANDOLDDUCTINGMATERIAL
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• This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve & Burner
Assembly for use only with natural gas. Using conversion
kit WE25X0217, your local service organization can
convert this dryer for use with propane (LP) gas. ALL
CONVERSIONS MUST BE MADE BY PROPERLY TRAINED
AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH
LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS.
• The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of that system
at a test pressure in excess of 0.5 PSI (3.4 KPa).
• The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing the equipment shut-off valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping of test
pressure equal to or less than 0.5 PSI (3.4 KPa).
DRYERGASSUPPLYCONNECTION
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_ WARNING - NEVER REUSE
OLD FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS.
The use of old flexible connectors can cause leaks and
personal injury. Always use new flexible connectors when
installing gas appliances.
REMOVING LINT FROM WALL EXHAUST
OPENING
• Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition
duct and replace with UL-listed transition duct.
WALL
INTERNALDUCT
CHECKTHATEXHAUST
HOODDAMPEROPENS
ANDCLOSESFREELY.
[_ GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
• Installation must conform to local codes and ordinances,
or in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE,
ANSI Z223.
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2-5/8" 3/8"NPTMALETHREADGASSUPPLY
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NOTE: Add to vertical dimension
the distance between cabinet
bottom to floor.
GAS SUPPLY
• A 1/8-in. National Pipe Taper thread plugged tapping,
accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed
immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the
dryer. Contact your local gas utility should you have
questions on the installation of the plugged tapping.
• Supply line is to be 1/2-in. rigid pipe and equipped with an
accessible shut-off within 6 ft. of, and inthe same
room with, the dryer.
• Use pipe thread sealer compound or Teflon tape
appropriate for natural or LP gas.
• You must use with this dryer a flexible metal connector
listed connector ANSI Z21.24 / CSA 6.10. The length of
the connect shall not exceed 3 ft.
• Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and gas supply.
• Open shut-off valve.
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