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.
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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
)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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