GE DNCD450EGBWC, DNCD450EGCWC Installation Guide

Installation

Electric Dryer

Instructions

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and

carefully.

, IMPORTANT- savethese instructions

for 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

with your Owner's Manual for future reference.

, Before the old dryer is removed from service

or discarded, remove the dryer door.

, Service information and the wiring diagram

(]re located in the control console.

, Do not allow children on or in the appliance.

Close supervision of children 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.

, Product failure due to improper installation is

not covered under the Warranty.

01

AWARNING RISK OF FIRE

,To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation

instructions.

, Clothes dryer installation must be performed by (] qualified installer.
, Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and inaccordance

with local codes.

, This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
, Useonly rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and use

only ULapproved transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct.

, DO NOT install (] clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials. If

flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is installed, it must be ULlisted
and installed in accordance with the instructions found in "Connecting
The Dryer To House Vent" on pages 4-5 of this manual. Flexible venting

materials (]re 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 it could be

exposed to water and or weather.

, Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these instructions

with the customer).

NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer requires basic
mechanical and electrical skills. It is your responsibility to contact

a qualified installer to make the electrical connections.

TOOLSYOU

WILL NEED

4"DIA,METALDUCT

SLIPJOINTPLIERS

FLATBLADESCREWDRIVER

PHILLIPSSCREWDRIVER

Step1 Preparethearea and exhaustfor installationof newdryer

(seesection1).

Step2 Checkandensurethe existingexternalexhaustisclean(see

section1)and meets attached installationspecifications(see

section3).
Step3 Removethefoam shipping pads(seesection1).
Step4 Movethedryerto thedesiredlocation.
Step5 Connectthe powersupply(seesection2).
Step6 Connecttheexternalexhaust (seesection/4).

(RECOMMENDED)

4"DIA,FLEXIBLEMETAL(SEMI-RIGID)

ULLISTEDTRANSITIONDUCT

KITWXOBX!O077(INCLUDES2ELBOWS}

4"DIA.FLEXIBLEMETAL(FOILTYPE)

(IFNEEDED)

ULLISTEDTRANSITIONDUCT

(IFNEEDED,)

MATERIALSYOUWILL NEED

)

%

4"DUCT

CLAMPS(2) EXHAUST

4"SPRING

CLAMPS(2)

Step 7 Level your dryer (see section 5).
Step 8 Check the operation of the power supply and venting.
Step 9 Place the Owner's Manual and the Installation Instructions in

For alcove or closet installation, see section 6.
For bathroom or bedroom installation, see section 7.
For mobile or manufactured home, see section 8.
For garage installation (if allowed by local codes),see section 9.

For For side or bottom exhaust, see section 10.

4"DIA,METAL

ELBOW

OR

DUCTTAPE GLOVES

a location where they will be noticed by the owner.

HOOD

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SAFETY

GLASSES

3/4"STRAIN

RELIEF

ULRECOGNIZED

DRYERPOWER

CORDKIT

(NOTPROVIDED

WITHDRYER)

ULRATED
!20/240V,30A

WITH3OR4PRONGS,

IDENTIFYTHEPLUG

TYPEASPERTHE

HOUSERECEPTACLE
BEFOREPURCHASING

LINECORD,

Installation instructions

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
must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.

[!] PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION OF

NEW DRYER

TIP:Install your dryer before installing your washer.
This will allow better access when installing dryer

exhaust.

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

OPENING OPENS

CHECKTHATEXHAUST

ANDCLOSESFREEL_

TILTTHE DRYER SIDEWAYS
AND REMOVE THE FOAM

SHIPPING PADS BY

PULLING ATTHE SIDES
AND BREAKING THEM
AWAY FROM THE DRYER

LEGS.BE SURETO

REMOVEALLOF THE

FOAM PIECESAROUND
THE LEGS.

CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE
CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION}

NOTE:Since January 1, 1996, the National Electric code
requires that the new constructions utilize a 4-wire
connection to an electric dryer.

WARNING:

Only a 4-conductor cord shall be used when the appliance
is installed in a location where grounding through the

neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through
the neutral is prohibited for the new branch-circuit

installations, mobile homes, recreational vehicles, and
areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the

neutral conduction.

Remove ground strap Fuse _ Screw Hot Relocate
and discard. Keep _'_ _'_ / Wire green

green ground screw e__ \ _[_r'_l_ / ground

_ screw

_" _ __ _/ .Green

Jer_ _ Strain 3/4" UL

I Relief Recognized

___, Bracket StrainRelief

[_]ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION

WARNIN6 - ToREDUCETHERISKOF

FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY:
, DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN
ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

Dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local
codes, in accordance with the NATIONALELECTRICAL

CODE,ANSI/NFPANO. 70.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This dryer must be connected to an individual branch

circuit, protected by the required time-delay fuses or
circuit breakers. A four or three-wire, single phase,
120/240V or 120/208V, 60Hz, 30 amp circuit is required.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,

permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and

connected to the equipment grounding terminal on the
appliance.

4 #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply

cord kit marked for use with dryers and provided with closed loop or

spade terminals with upturned ends (not supplied).

1.Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the
dryer's circuit fuse at the electrical box.

2.Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall

receptacle.

3.Removethe power cord cover located at the lower back.

4. Remove and discard ground strap. Keep the green
ground screw for step 7.

5.Install 3/4 in. UL recognized strain relief to power cord
entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.

6.Connect power cord as follows:
A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the

terminal block (marked L1 and L2).

B.Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of the

terminal block (marked N).

7.Attach ground wire of power cord with the green
ground screw (hole above strain relief bracket). Tighten
all terminal block screws (3)securely.

8. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

9. Reinstall the cover.

_LW_KI_Ill_I_: NEVER LEAVE THE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

Installation instructions

CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE
CONNECTION

If required, by local code, install external
ground (not provided} to grounded metal,

cold water pipe, or other established
ground determined by a qualified

electrician.

Green Ground Screw
& Ground Strap

3 #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply
cord kit marked for use with dryers and provided with closed loop or
spade terminals with upturned ends (not supplied).

Fuse

Screw Hot

Wire

(white}

Wire

Strain
Relief 3/4" UL

Bracket Recognized

Strain Relief

EXHAUST INFORMATION

'kWARNING -IN CANADA AND IN THE

UNITED STATES,THE REQUIRED EXHAUST DUCT
DIAMETER IS 4 in (102ram). DO NOT USE DUCT

LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST
LENGTH TABLE.

Usingexhaust longer than specified length will:
, Increasethe drying times and the energy cost.

, Reducethe dryer life.
, Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.

The correct exhaust installation is YOURRESPONSIBILITY.

Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered by
the warranty.
Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition

duct and replace with ULlisted transition duct.
The HA×IMUM ALLOWABLE duct length and number of
bendsof 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 inthe table below.

EXHAUST LENGTH

RECOMMENDEDMAXIMUM LENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

Recommended run installations

Use only for short

3-wire Connection

Not for use in Canada.
DONOTuse for Mobile Home Installations.
NOTfor use on new construction.
NOTfor use on recreational vehicles.

NOTfor use in areas where local codes prohibit grounding

through the neutral conduction.

1. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the
dryer's circuit fuse at the electrical box.

2. Besure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall.

3. Remove the power cord cover located at the lower

back.

4. Install 3/4 in. UL recognized strain relief to power cord
entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.

5. Connect power cord as follows:
A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the

terminal block (marked L1 and L2).

B.Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of

the terminal block (marked N).

6. Be sure ground strap is connected to neutral (center)
terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet

rear.Tighten all terminal block screws (3)securely.

7. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

8. Reinstall the cover.

JltW/_K|_l||_l_: NEVER LEAVE THE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

d 4,,1 !,2,,

NO. of 90 ° Rigid

Elbows Metal

0 90 Feet 60 Feet

i 60 Feet 45 Feet
2 45 Feet 35 Feet
3 35 Feet 25 Feet

4 25 Feet 15 Feet

, For every extra 90° elbow, reduce the allowable vent system

length by 10 ft.

, Two 45° elbows will be treated likeone 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).

EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST

HOOD ORWALL CAP
, Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry of

birds or other wildlife.

, Termination should present minimal resistance to

the exhaust air flow and should require little or no

maintenance to prevent clogging.

, Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This

could cause lint build up.

, Wall caps must be installed at least 12in. above ground level

or any other obstruction with the opening pointeddown.

SEPARATIONOFTURNS
For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft.

of straight duct, including distance between last turn and
exhaust hood.

TURNS OTHERTHAN 90°

, One turn of 450or less may be ignored.
, Two 450 turns should be treated as one 900turn.

, Each turn over 450 should betreated as one 900turn.

3

Installation

nstructions

SEALING OF JOINTS

. All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of

each section of duct must point away from the dryer.

. The duct shall not be assembled with screws or other

fastening means that extend into the duct and catch lint.

. Duct joints can be made air and moisture-tight by

wrapping the overlapped joints with duct tape.

. Horizontal runs should slope clown toward the outdoors

1//4 inch per foot.

INSULATION

Duct work that runs through an unheated area or is near
air conditioning should be insulated to reduce condensation
and lint build-up.

@ EXHAUST CONNECTION

WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:

.This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
. Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust

duct.

.Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed flexible metal

(semi-rigid or foil-type) duct to connect the dryer to the
home exhaust duct. It must be installed in accordance

with the instructions found in"Connecting the Dryer to

House Vent" on pages 4-5 of this manual.

. Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, a wall, a

ceiling, gas vent, crawl space, attic, under an enclosed

floor, or in any other concealed space of a building. The

accumulated lint could create a potential fire hazard.

.Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with

a kitchen exhaust system. A combination of grease
and lint creates a potential fire hazard.

. Do not use duct longer than specified in the exhaust

length table. Longer ducts can accumulate lint,
creating a potential fire hazard.

. Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This

will cause lint to accumulate, creating a potential fire

hazard.

. Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that

extend into the duct. These fasteners can accumulate

lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
. Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
. Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the

exhaust system, especially at turns and joints. Exhaust

system shall be inspected and cleaned at least once a

year.

THIS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR

EXHAUSTING. IF SPACE IS LIMITED,
USE THE INSTRUCTIONS IN STEP lO TO

EXHAUST DIRECTLY FROM THE SIDES OR

THE BOTTOM OF THE CABINET.

STANDARD REAR EXHAUST

{Vented at floor level}

For straight line installation, connect
the dryer exhaust to the external

exhaust hood using duct tape or
clamp.

EXTERNALDUCT

DUCTTAPEOR
DUCTCLAMP

4" METALDUCT CUT
TO PROPERLENGTH

DUCTTAPEOR
DUCTCLAMP

NOTE:WE STRONGLYRECOMMENDSOLID
METALEXHAUSTDUCTING.HOWEVER,IF
FLEXIBLEDUCTINGISUSEDITMUSTBE

UL-LISTEDMETAL,NOTPLASTIC.

STANDARD REAR EXHAUST

{Vented above floor level}

ELBOWHIGHLY
RECOMMENDED

(

RECOMMENDED
CONFIGURATION
TOMINIMIZE

EXHAUST

BLOCKAGE.

ELBOWHIGHLY
RECOMMENDED

NOTE: ELBOWS WILL PREVENT DUCT
KINKING AND COLLAPSING.

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT

RIGID METALTRANSITION DUCT
. For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition

duct isrecommended.

. Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing

and kinking.

UL-LISTEDFLEXIBLEMETAL(SEMI-RIGID}TRANSITIONDUCT
. If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UL-listed flexible

metal (semi-rigid)ducting can be used (KitWXO8X10077).

. Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floors or

other enclosed spaces.

. Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8

feet (2.4m).

4

Installation Instructions

, For many applications, installing elbows at both the dryer

and the wall is highly recommended (see illustrations

below). Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to the wall

without kinking and or crushing the transition duct,

maximizing drying performance.

, Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
UL-LISTEDFLEXIBLEMETAL(FOIL-TYPE}TRANSITIONDUCT

, In special installations, it may be necessary to connect

the dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil-
type) duct. A UL-listed flexible metal (foil-type) duct may

be used ONLYin installations where rigid metal or flexible
metal (semi-rigid) ducting cannot be used AND where a 4"

diameter can be maintained throughout the entire length
of the transition duct.

, In Canada and the United States, only the flexible metal

(foil-type) ducts that comply with the "Outline for Clothes

Dryer Transition Duct Subject 2158A" shall be used.

, Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floors or

other enclosed spaces.

, Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet

(2.4m).

, Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.

For best drying performance
1 Slideone end of the duct over the clothes dryer outlet pipe.

2.Securethe duct with a clamp.

3.With the dryer in its permanent position, extend the duct
to its full length. Allow 2" of duct to overlap the exhaust

pipe. Cut off and remove excess duct. Keep the duct as
straight as possible for maximum airflow.

4. Securethe duct to the exhaust pipe with the other clamp.

LEVELING AND STABILIZING YOUR

DRYER

Stand the dryer upright near the final locution and adjust
the 4 leveling legs,at the corners, to ensure that the dryer

islevel from side to side and front to rear.

LEVEL
FRONT-TO-BACK. LEVEL

SIDE-TO-SIDE.

ELBOWHIGHLY
RECOMMENDED

DONOTUSE
EXCESSIVE

EXHAUS
LENGTH

RECOMMENDED

'SITDRYERI11

ONFLEXIBLEl|

I

ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

, If your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or

closet, it will be stated on a label on the dryer back.

,The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See the

EXHAUSTINFORMATIONsections 3 & 4.

, Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent

walls or other surfaces is:

0 in. either side
3 in.front
3 in. rear

, Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead cabinets,

ceiling, etc. is 52 in.

,Closet doors must be Iouvered or otherwise ventilated

and must contain a minimum of 60 sq. in. of open area
equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer
and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 sq. in.
of open area equally distributed.

Installation Instructions

[77BATHROOM OR BEDROOM iNSTALLATiON

.ThedryerMUST be ventedtotheoutdoors.See EXHAUST

INFORMATIONsection 3&4.

. The installation must conform with local codes or, in the

absence of local codes, with the NATIONALELECTRICAL
CODE,ANSI/NFPANO.70.

B A

J_ 9" _J

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

F87MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME

INSTALLATION

, Installation must conform to the MANUFACTUREDHOME

CONSTRUCTION& SAFETY STANDARD,TITLE 24, PART
32-80 or, when such standard is not applicable, with
AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME,

ANSI/NFPANO.501B.

,The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with the

termination securely fastened to the mobile home
structure. (SeeEXHAUSTINFORMATIONsection 3 & 4).

,The vent MUSTNOT be terminated beneath a mobile or

manufactured home.

,The vent duct material MUSTBEMETAL.
, Do not use sheet metal screws or other fastening devices

which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent.

, See section 2 for electrical connection information.

F9]GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED

BY LOCAL CODES)

. Dryers installed in garages must be elevated 18 inches

(46cm) above the floor.

TAB LOCATION

BENDTAB
UP45 o

Through the rear opening, locate the tab in the middle of
the appliance base. Lift the tab to about 45ousing a flat

blade screwdriver.

ADDING NEW DUCT

FIXING
HOLE

PORTION"A"

[rO7DRYEREXHAUST TO RIGHT, LEFT OR

BOTTOM CABINET

,AWARNING - BEFOREPERFORMING

THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE
TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR
HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES

WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET.

BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES.

REMOVE
SCREW
ANDSAVE.

REMOVEDESIRED

KNOCKOUT(ONEONLY).

Detach and remove the bottom, right or left side knockout
as desired. Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct

and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer.

RIGHTOR
LEFTSIDE

EXHAUST

Reconnectthe cut portion (A)of the duct to the blower

housing. Make surethat the shortened duct isaligned with
the tab in the base.Usethe screw saved previouslg to secure

the duct in place throuqh the tab on the appliance base.

Installation instructions

ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR

EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF
CABINET

. Preassemble 4" elbow with 4" duct. Wrap duct tape

around joint.

, Insert duct assembly, elbow first, through the side

opening and connect the elbow to the dryer internal
duct.

IL,CAUTIO N: Besurenottopu,or damage the

electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct.

EXHAUSTCAN
BEADDEDTO

LEFTORRIGHTSIDE

. Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the

dryer internal duct and the elbow.

DUCT CAUTION:

internal duct joints must be
secured with tape, otherwise
they may separate and cause a

U safety hazard.

ADDING ELBOW FOR EXHAUST
THROUGH BOTTOM OF CABINET

. Insert the elbow through the rear opening and connect

it to the dryer internal duct.

. Apply duct tape on the joint between the dryer internal

duct and elbow, as shown above.

J

ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF

CABINET {SIDES AND BOTTOM EXHAUST}

Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete
the exhaust system. Cover back opening with a plate (Kit
WEIM45/4) available from your local service provider. Place

dryer in final location.

_WARNING-NEVER LEAVE THE

BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE
(KIT WEIM454).

[i-ilCHANGING DIRECTION OF DOOR

OPENING {OPTIONAL}

1.Openthe door and removethe filler plugs oppositethe hinges.
With the door completely open, remove the bottom screws
from each hinge on the dryerface. Insertthese screws about

half way into the TOP holes,for eachhinge on the opposite
side (whereyou removed the filler plugs).Applyfirm pressure
to get the screwstarted.

2.Loosenthe top screws from each hinge on the dryer face half
way.With one hand holding the top of the door and the other

hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the dryer by
lifting it UPand OUT.

3.Rotatethe door 180°. Insert the door on the opposite sideof
the opening by moving the door IN and DOWN until the top

hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws
inserted in step 1.

4. Removethe remaining screws from the side of the opening
from which the door was removed.With these screws secure

each hinge at the bottom. Tightenthe two top screws on each

hinge. Reinsertthe plastic plugs on the side from which the

door was removed.

REMOVETHEBOTTOMSCREW
FROMEACHHINGEONTHE

DRYERFACE.\

LOOSENTHETOPSCREWSFROMEACH
HINGEONTHEDRYERFACEHALFWAY.

CAUTION:

Internal duct joints must be secured with tape,

otherwise they may separate and cause a

safety hazard.

MOVETHEDOORINANDDOWNUNTIL SECUREEACHHINGEATTHE

THETOPHINGEANDTHEBOTTOMHINGEBOTTOMANDTIGHTENTHETWO
ARERESTINGONTHETOPSCREWS TOPBREWBOFEACHHINGE,

INBER_-EDINSTEP1.

Installation

Instructions

_] SERViCiNG

_WAR NING-LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR

TO DiSCONNECTiNG WHEN SERViCiNG

CONTROLS. WiRiNG ERRORS CAN CAUSE
iMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION

AFTER SERVICI NG/I NSTALLATION.

REGISTER YOUR NEW APPLIANCE TO RECEIVE ANY

IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTIFICATIONS.

Pleasego to www.GEAppliences.com or mail in

your product registration card.

For questions on installation, call: 800.626.2000 (US)or

800-561-3344 (Canada).