GE DPVH890GJ0WW, DPVH890GJ0MV, DPVH890GJ0MG, DPVH890EJ0MV, DPVH890EJ0MG Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4

Operating Instructions

Controls ........................... 5-8

Cycle Options .................... 9, 10

Drger Features .................. 10, 11

Quick Start Guide .................... 5

Settings Option ..................... 10

Using the Drger ..................... 12

Installation Instructions

Before You Begin ................ 13, 14

Connecting the Inlet Hoses ......... 16

Connecting a Gas Drger ........ 17-20

Connecting an

Electric Drger ................... 21-23

Exhausting the Drger ........... 24-30

Final Setup .......................... 31

Installing the Pedestal .......... 41-43

Location of gour Drger .......... 14, 15

Reversing the Door Swing ...... 32-37

Stacking the Washer

and Drger ....................... 38-40

Troubleshooting Tips ...... 44-47

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Consumer Support

Consumer Support ....... Back Cover

Warrantg (Canada) ................. 50

Warrantg (U.S.)..................... 49

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # Serial #

Theg are on the label on the front of the drger behind the door.

175D1807P622 49-90354 09-08 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, 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.

[] Installation and service must be

performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

[] Do not try to light a match, or

agarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance.

[_ Do not touch any electrical switch;

do not use any phone in your building.

[-_ Clear the room, building or area

of all occupants.

California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act

Thisact requires the governor of Californiato publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businessesto warn customers of potential exposureto

such substances. Gasappliancescan cause minor exposuretofour of thesesubstances,namely benzene,carbon monoxide,

formaldehyde and soot, causedprimarily by the incompletecombustion of natural gasor LPfuels. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposureto these substances can be

minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

[_ Immediately call your gas supplier

from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully.

[_ If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the fire department.

PROPERINSTALLATION

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. Installation Instructions are included in the back of this manual.

m Properlyground dryer to conform with all Exhaust/Ducting

governing codes and ordinances. Follow details

in Installation Instructions.

Installor store where itwill not be exposed to

temperatures below freezing or exposed to water or weather.

m Connectto a properly rated, protected and sized

power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

m Removeall sharp packing items and disposeof

all shipping materials properly.

r_] DryersMUSTbe exhausted to the outside to

prevent large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room.

r_--]use only rigid metal4" diameter ductwork inside

the dryer cabinet. Useonly rigid metal or flexible metal/4-in diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Neveruse plasticor other

combustible, easy-to-puncture ductwork.

Forcomplete details,follow the Installation Instructions.

WARNING!

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

Keepthe area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials, (lint, paper,rags,etc.),gasoline, chemicals

and other flammable vapors and liquids.

Keepthe floor around your appliances clean

and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

Closesupervisionis necessary ifthis appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to

play on,with or inside this or any other appliance.

WHEN USING YOUR DRYER

Neverreach into the dryer while the drum is

moving. Beforeloading, unloading or adding clothes,wait until the drum has completely

stopped.

Cleanthe lint filter before each load to prevent lint

accumulation inside the dryer or inthe room. DO NOTOPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUTTHELINT

FILTERIN PLACE.

Donot wash or dry articles that hove been

cleaned in,washed in,soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances(suchas

wax, oil,point, gasoline, degreosers,dry-cleaning solvents,kerosene,etc.).Thesesubstances give

off vapors that may igniteor explode. Donot add these substances to the wash water. Donot use

or place these substancesaround your washer or dryer during operation.

Donot place items exposed to cooking oils in

your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could

cause a clothes load to catch fire.

Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or that contains flammable materials

(suchas cleaning cloths, mops,towels used in beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops,etc.)

must not be placed in or near the dryer until solvents or flammable materials have been

removed.There are many highly flammable items used in homes such asacetone, denatured alcohol,

gasoline, kerosene,somehousehold cleaners,some spot removers,turpentines, waxes, wax removers

and products containing petroleum distillates.

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Keepthe area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas freefrom the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.

Keepall laundry aids (suchas detergents, bleaches,etc.)out of the reach of children,

preferably in a locked cabinet. Observeall warnings on container labels to avoid injury.

m Neverclimb on or stand on the dryer top.

Thelaundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. Toavoid such a result,

carefully follow the garment manufacturer's care instructions.

Donot dry articles containing rubber,plastic

or similar materials such as padded bras,tennis shoes,galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs,baby pants,

plastic bags, pillows,etc.that may melt or burn. Somerubber materials, when heated, can under

certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion.

Donot store plastic, paper orclothing that may

burn or melt on top ofthe dryer during operation.

Garments labeled Dr_lAwa_lfrom Heat or DoNot TumbleDry (suchas lifejackets containing Kapok)

must not be put in your dryer.

Donot dry fiberglass articles in your dryer.

Skinirritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing

during subsequent dryer uses.

Tominimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply ordisconnect

the dryer at the householddistribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit

breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning (exceptthe removal and cleaning of the

lint filter).NOTE:PressingSTART/PAUSEor POWER doesNOTdisconnect the appliance from the power

supply.

Ifyou seewater on the floor around the dryer,

callfor service.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

WHEN USING YOUR DRYER(cont.)

Neverattempt to operate this appliance if itis

damaged, malfunctioning, partiallg disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a

damaged cord or plug. m

Theinterior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection insidethe dryer should be cleaned at least once a gearbg a qualified technician. See the Sorting and Loading Hintssection on page 12.

Ifyours is a gas drger,it isequipped with an

automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot light. DO NOTATTEMPTTOLIGHTWITH

A MATCH.Burnsmag result from having gour hand in the vicinity ofthe burner when the automatic

ignition turns on.

Donot open the drger door during steam cgcles.

Thesteam is verg hot and itwill continue to exhaust from the port for severalseconds after

opening. Donot touch the steam port after a steam cgcle.

Donot use a steam cgcle with items such

aswool, leather,silk,lingerie, foam products or electric blankets.

Donot use steam cgcleson new clothes without

first washing. Youmag wish to soften gour laundered fabrics

or reduce the static electricitg in them bgusing a drger-applied fabric softener or an anti-static

conditioner.We recommend gou useeither a fabric softener inthe wash cgcle,according

to the manufacturer's instructions for those products, or trg a drger-added product for which

the manufacturer giveswritten assurance on the package that their product can be safelg

used in gour drger.Serviceor performance problems caused bg use of these products are the responsibilitg ofthe manufacturers of those

products and are not covered under the warrantg of this appliance.

Neverattempt to use the Steam Dewrinkleor

Steam Refreshcgcleswithout clothes in the drum. Additionallg, it ishighlg recommended to select the appropriate load sizefor best results.Selecting

large load cgclesfor small loads mag result in wetting of clothes, and selecting small loadcgcles

for large loads mag result in poor dewrinkling performance.

WHEN NOT USING YOURDRYER

Graspthe plug firmlg when disconnecting this appliance to avoid damage to the cord while

pulling. Placethe cord awag from traffic areas so itwill not be stepped on, tripped over or

subjected to damage.

Donot attempt to repair or replace ang part of

this appliance or attempt ang servicingunless specificallgrecommended in this Owner's Manual

or in publisheduser-repair instructionsthat gou understand and havethe skillsto carrg out.

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FOLLOWTHISSA TV/NFORM, T/ONO R ULLV.

I_'\_ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

m Beforediscarding a drger,or removing it from

service,remove the drger door to prevent children from hiding inside.

m Do not tamper with controls.

About the dryer control panel, ge.com

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

Throughout this monuo!,featuresand appearancemog vorg from gout mode!.

Quick Start

Ifthe screen isdark,pressthe POWERbutton to "woke up"

the display.

r_l Pressthe POWERbutton. POWER

r_ Selecto cgcle by turning the

Cycle Knob.

press the START/PAUSE button.

Fiif gou selected o SENSOR CYCLE-just

SENSOR DRY MIXED LOADS STEAMREFRESH

TIME DRY ..........................................................................................

NORMAL/ COTTONS

WRINKLE FREE

ACTIVE WEAR

SPEED DRY

TIMED DRY CyMcYE

If gou selected o TIMEDDRYCYCLE- selectgour heat setting and the

amount of time you wont your items

to drg bg usingthe cursor buttons. Then pressthe START/PAUSEbutton.

DRYER RACK DELAY START SETTINGS

BACK

MORELEsIRDDRY(gR SENSORLEvELDRY

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DAMP EXTEND DRUM ALERT TUMBLE UGHT

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EXTRA DRY

ANTI-

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EXTRA LOW

DAMP

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Power

Pressto "woke up" the display. If the display is active, press to turn the dryer off.

NOTE:Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

About the dryer control panel.

Dry Cycles

The dry cycle controls the cycle time for the drying process. The chart below will help you match

the dry setting with the loads.

Sensor Cycles

COTTONS For cottons and most linens.

NORMAL/ For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.

MIXED LOAD

WRINKLE FREE Forwrinkle-freeleasycare and permanent pressitems.

ACTIVE WEAR Clothingworn foractivesportsexerciseand some casual wear. Fabricsincludenew

technology finishesand stretchfiberssuch as Spandex.

DELICATES For lingerieand special-carefabrics.

SPEED DRY For small loads that are needed ina hurry,such as sportsor school uniforms.Can also be

used ifthe previouscycle leftsome items damp, such as collarsor waistbands.

Timed Dry Cycles

STEAM

REFRESH

STEAM For use with larger loads than STEAMREFRESH.Ideal for loads left in dryer for an extended

DEWRINKLE time. Selecting a larger cycle than needed (e.g.,selecting Large Load for a half-full dryer)

WARM UP Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.

My Cycle (on some models)

MY CYCLE Press to use, create or modify custom dry cycles,

For slightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly reduces wrinkles on 1-5 garments. Selecting a higher number of garments for the cycle (e.g.,selecting 5-garment load

for a 1-garment load) may result in excessive wetting of clothes. After the SteamRefresh

Cycle, the unit will beep and display "Garments Ready" and "0:00." If the unit is not turned off or if the door is not opened, the dryer will continue to tumble for 30 minutes. At the end

of 30 minutes, it will display "0:00" and "Cycle Complete." Asingle extremely light fabric item may need to have an additional item included

in the steam refresh cycle to achieve optimum results.

may result in excessive wetting of clothes.

Timed Dry

Use to set your own dry time. TIMED DRY is also recommended for small loads.

To use TIMED DRY:

1. Turn dry cycle dial to TIMED DRY.

2. Select the drying time by pressing the A and V buttons. You can increase the time in 10-minute increments up to 2V2 hours.

3. Select the DRY TEMP.

4. Close the door.

5. Press START/PAUSE.

Sensor Dry Level

The sensor continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load. When the moisture in your

clothes reaches your selected dry level, the dryer will stop.

EXTRADRY Use for heavy-duty fabrics or items that should be very dry, such as towels.

MORE DRY Use for heavy or mixed type of fabrics.

DRY Use for normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle

for energy saving.

LESSDRY Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).

DAMP For leaving items partially damp.

Dry Temp

You can change the

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temperature of your dry cycle.

ANTI-BACTERIAL

HIGH

MEDIUM

LOW

EXTRA LOW

START/PAUSE

Pressto start a dry cycle. If the dryer is running, press it once and it will pause the dryer. Pressit again to restart the dry cycle.

MY My Cycle (on some models)

CYCLE

Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall.

These custom settings can be set while a cycle is in progress.

This option may only be used with COTTONSor MIXED LOAD cycles. This option reduces certain types of bacteria by 99.9%, including: Stophylococcus oureus, Pseudomonos oeruginoso and Kle6siello pneumonioe*. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is used during a portion of this drying cycle.

NOTE:Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics. * The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is Certified by NSFInternational (formerly National Sanitation

Foundation) to NSFProtocol P154 Sonitizotion Performonce of Residentiol Clothes Dryers.

Sanitization Perfbrmance oi

Residential Clothes Dryers

For regular to heavy cottons. For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tum61eDry Low. For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

To store a NY CYCLEcombination of settings: £ Select your drying cycle.

2. Change DRY TEPlPand SENSORDRYLEVELsettings to fit your needs.

3. Select any drying OPTIONSyou want.

4. Pressand hold the PlYCYCLEbutton for 3 seconds to store your selection. A beep will sound and the button will light up.

To recall gour stored PIYCYCLEcombination:

Pressthe PlY CYCLEbutton before drying a load. The light around the button will light up when

PlYCYCLEis selected.

To change your stored PlY CYCLE combination:

Follow Steps 1-4 in "To store a PlY CYCLE combination of settings."

Display

SpecialCycleStatusOR DryerRackORTimedDry

Est.CycleTime

ORTimlt0 Dry

' Time Lint FilterStatus DELAYTIME

Status Screen

"CLEAN LiNT FILTER" (message)

This message stags on for 15 minutes after the cycle finishes. This message is only a reminder.

About the dryer control panel.

Specialty Cycles

1. Turn the CYCLE knob to SPECIAL CYCLES. Alist of cycle options will appear in the display.

2. Using the cursor buttons, select a CATEGORY.

3. Using the cursor buttons, select a CYCLE. Press the BACK button to take you back to the CATEGORIES.

4. PressENTERto select.

5. Press the START/PAUSEbutton.

SPECIALTYCYCLESinclude: Garments

Coots

m Hosierg/Bras (use mesh bag) m Jeans

m Khakis

Bed end Beth

m Blankets (Cotton) m Comforters

m Sheets mTowels

Other Specialty

mAir Fluff m Drgel

m Fleece m Fragile Cotton

m Performance Fabrics m Pet Bedding

m Play Clothes m Sleeping Bags

m Rack Dry mThrow Rugs

Washer Communicated Cycles

Toturn on communication, press the SETTINGSbutton on the washer control

panel. When "DRYERLINK"appears in the

display, press ENTER.Usingthe arrow keys, select ON;then press ENTER.

When the washer cycle is completed, the washer will communicate with the dryer

when any button on the control panel is touched or the door is opened.

The washer will display, "TRANSFERRING CYCLEINFORMATIONTOTHE DRYER"and

the dryer will display, "RECEIVINGCYCLE

INFORMATIONTOTHEDRYER".

The dryer will only communicate with the washer if the dryer is not running a cycle.

If the washer starts a new cycle before the dryer has a chance to communicate with it, the information will be lost.

About cycle options.

NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models. ge.com

EXTEND

TU N BLE

ALERT

DRUM

LIGHT

Extend Tumble

Minimizeswrinkles by adding

approximately 60 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are dry. The beeper

will sound every 2 minutesto remind you to removethe clothes.TheESTIMATEDTIME

REMAININGdisplay will show 00.

Damp Alert

Thisoption causesthe dryer to beep when

clothes havedried to a damp level. Remove itemsthat you wish to hang dry.TheDAMP

ALERTwillonly beepwhen this option is

selected.

Drum Light

Pressthis button to turn on the light in the dryer.

Pressthe button again to turn the light off.

Thelight around the button will light up when EXTENDTUMBLEison.

ExtendTumble isautomatically selected

for the SteamRefreshcycle and cannot be deselected. Dryer will beep and display

"Garments Ready" when SteamRefreshis complete. Thedryer will continue in Extend

Tumble until the door isopened.

Removingclothes and hanging them when they are damp can reducethe needto iron

some items.

The light around the button will light up when

DAMPALERTison.

The light around the button will light up when

DRUMLIGHTis on.

DELAY START

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Press to lock control. Hold 3 seconds to unlock.

Thisonly controls the lightwhen the door

isshut. NOTE:Thelight will turn off bg itself

after one minute when the door is shut. When the door is opened,the light comes

on automatically.

Delay Start

Useto delay the start of your dryer.

1. Choose your dry cycle and any options. Z PressDELAYSTART.Youcan change the

delay time in 1/2-hour increments,using the A or V arrow pads.

3. Pressthe START/PAUSEbutton to start the countdown.

Thecountdown time will be shown inthe

ESTIMATEDTIMEREMAININGdisplay.

Lock

Youcan lock the controls to prevent any selectionsfrom being made. Or you can lock

the controls after you have started a cycle. Children cannot accidentally start the dryer

by touching pads with this option selected.

NOTES: m If the door is opened while the dryer is

in DELAY,the countdown time wi!! not restart unless the door is closed and

START/PAUSEbutton has beenpressed again.

m Youcan delay the start of a dry cycle up

to 24 hours.

Thelight around the button will light up when DELAYSTARTison.

Tolock the dryer, pressthe LOCKbutton. Tounlock the dryer,press and holdthe LOCK

button for 5 seconds. Thelight around the LOCKbutton will light up

when the controls are locked.

Eventhough the controls are locked,

the POWERbutton is still active in case you have to turn the unit off.

About cycle options.

NOTE:Notallfeaturesare availableonalldryer models.

Settings

SETTINGS

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Under the SETTINGSoption, you can adjust the volume or the brightness of

the displag.

VOLUME

m End of Cgcle (signal) volume can be set

from HIGH, PIED,LOW or OFF.

m Control Sounds volume can be set from

HIGH, PIED,LOW or OFF.

About dryer features.

Drum Lamp

Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the drger power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel bg removing the

fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb.

DISPLAYBRIGHTNESScan be set from HIGH, PIED or LOW.

After gou have made gour selection, press ENTER.

Engagethe handleposts

Built-In Rack Dry System

A handg drging rack mag be used for drging items such as tennis shoes. Place items flat on the drying rack and block such items as wool sweaters

and delicate fabrics. Drg with low heat.

To install the Built-In Rack Dry Sgstem

1. Make sure the drum of the drger is oriented so the rack drging sgstem is

on the left side of the drger.

2. Pull the drging rack screen out from the left side and engage the handle "posts" in the opposite baffle slots.

3. Place the garment on the rack and close the door.

4. Press the DRYERRACKbutton.

5. Select desired TIPIE.

6. Press the START/PAUSEbutton. NOTE:

m Do not use this drging rack when there are other clothes in the drger. m Make sure to detach the drging rack at the end of the cgcle and fullg

retract the screen back into the baffle.

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Drying Rock IOptional Accessory) A handy drying rack may be used for drying delicate items such as washable

sweaters. Place items flat on the drying rack and block such items as wool sweaters and delicate fabrics. Dry with low heat.

To install the drying rack, pull up the lint filter slightly. Insert the drying rack into the slots, then push the filter back down.

NOTE:

m The drying rack must be used with the TIMED DRYor RACKDRY

(on some models) cycles.

m Donot use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.

To Use the Built-In Hook

for Hanging Gorments

1. Make sure the drum of the dryer is oriented so the hook is on the top

center of the dryer.

2. Using your finger, pull the hook out of the baffle.

3. Hang the garment on a hanger,

hang the hanger on the hook and

close the door.

4. Pressthe DRYERRACKbutton.

5. Select the desired time.

6. Pressthe START/PAUSEbutton.

Reverse Tumble'"

All Profile front-load matching dryers are equipped with the ReverseTumbleT" feature, as part of the Duo Dry Plus system _'.By reversing the direction

of drum rotation during the drying cycle, your dryer will tangle the clothes

load less, dry more evenly and improve drying times. Typical loads such

as bed and bath mixed loads, where sheets, towels and pillow cases are

laundered together, benefit from this capability. When the dryer reverses

direction, there will be a slight pause and sound change. This is normal. All dryer cycles utilize this feature, except when the rack dry option is selected,

in which case the drum does not tumble.

Using the dryer.

Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

Sorting and Loading Hints

Asa general rule, ifclothes are sorted properly for the washer,they are sorted

properly for the dryer.Try also to sort items according to size.Forexample, do not dry

a sheet with socksor other small items. Do not add fabric softener sheetsonce

the load has become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce®

Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have

Fabric Care Labels

Beloware fabric care label "symbols" that

affect the clothing you will be laundering.

Dry Labels

dry

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Dry Normal Permanent Press/

wrinkle resistant

setting

High Medium Low

been approved for use inthis dryer when used in accordance with the manufacturer's

instructions. Seebelow for lintfilter cleaning instructions.

Do not overload. This wastes energy and

causeswrinkling. Do not drg the following items: fiberglass

items,woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with plastic trim andfoam-filled items.

Gentle/ Denet tumble dry (used with

delicate do not wash)

Do not dry

No heat/air

instructions

I=1 Iml

Line dry/ Drip dry

hang to dry

Care and Cleaning of the Dryer

Drger Interior and Duct: The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be

cleaned once a gear by qualified service personnel.

The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a damp cloth.

Dryer control panel and finishes may be

damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Apply

these products away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and dried

normally. Damage to your dryer caused by these products is not covered by your

warranty.

Do not touch the surface or the display

with sharp objects.

The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use. Remove by pulling straight up.

Run your fingers across the filter. A waxy

buildup may form on the lint filter from using dryer-added fabric softener sheets.

To remove this buildup, wash the lint screen in warm, soapy water. Dry

Dry flat

thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.

Vacuum the lint from the dryer lint filter if you notice a change in dryer

performance. Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces, use a damp cloth with a mild,

nonabrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Remove the cleaner

residue, and then dry with a clean cloth. The stainless steel used to make the dryer drum provides the highest

reliability available in a GEdryer. If the dryer drum should be scratched or

dented during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode. These surface

blemishes will not affect the function

or durability of the drum. The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move

freely when operating. Hake sure that there isno wildlife (birds, insects, etc.)

nesting inside the duct or hood.

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DPVH890 and UPVH890

Dryer

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructionscompletelyand carefully.

•IMPORTANT- savetheseinstructionsfor

local electrical inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT-Observeallgoverningcodes

and ordinances.

• Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions for future reference.

• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.

• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.

• Before the old dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door.

• Service information and the wiring diagram are 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.

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

_WARNI G - RiskofFire

Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-inch diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Never use plastic or other combustible easy-to-puncture ductwork.

Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic

venting materials. If flexible metal (foil type) duct

is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use

with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are

known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer

airflow and increase the risk of fire.

• This appliance must be properly grounded and installed as described in these instructions.

Do not install or store appliance in on area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

The National Fuel Gas Code restricts installations

of gas appliances in garages. They must be 18 inches off the ground and protected by a barrier

from vehicles.

• 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.

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

FOR GAS MODELS ONLY:

NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer must be performed bg a qualified installer, service

agency or the gas supplier.

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:

• This product must be installed bg a licensed plumber or gas fitter.

• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall be T-handle-type.

• A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

Installation Instructions

UNPACKING YOUR DRYER

Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at the sides and breaking

them away from the dryer legs. Be sure to remove

all of the foam pieces around the legs. Remove the bag containing the literature and serial

cable.

LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER

MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN

ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air openings are:

• 0 inch clearance both sides

• 1 inch front

• 3 inches rear

Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for proper operation and service.

DRYER DIMENSIONS

FrontView

-il i

(68.6cm)

53"

(134.6cm)

oOo o: o

27"

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39.5"

(100.3 cm)

Side View

m m

33.5"

(85.1 cm)

39.5"

(100.3cm)

Installation Instructions

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR

CLOSET INSTALLATION

• Your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, as stated on a label on the dryer back.

• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See the EXHAUSTING THE DRYERsection.

• Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces is:

0" either side 3" front and rear

• Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52".

• Closet doors must be Iouvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 60 square inches

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

• The closet should be vented to the outdoors to prevent gas pocketing in case of gas in the

supply line.

• No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet with the dryer (gas models only).

NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATEDAT

THE REAROF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE

FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES.

BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION

• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See EXHAUSTING THE DRYER.

• The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 (for electric

dryers) or NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223 (for gas dryers).

MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION

• The installation must conform to the MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY

STANDARD, TITLE 24, PART32-80 or, when such standard is not applicable, with AMERICAN

NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME, NO. 501B.

• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with

the termination securely fastened to the mobile

home structure. (See EXHAUSTING THE DRYER.)

• The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a mobile or manufactured home.

• The vent duct material MUST BE METAL.

• FOR GAS MODELS ONLY: KIT 14-D346-33 MUST be used to attach the dryer securely to the structure.

• FOR GAS MODELS ONLY: The vent MUST NOT be connected to any other duct, vent or chimney.

• Do not use sheet metal screws or other refastening devices which extend into the interior

of the exhaust vent.

• Provide an opening with a free area of at least 25 sq. in. for introduction of outside air into the dryer room.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING INLET HOSES

To produce steam, the dryer must connect to the cold water supply. Since the washer must

also connect to the cold water, a "`7"connector is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to make that connection at the same time.

NOTE: Use the new inlet hoses provided; never

use old hoses.

, Turn the cold water faucet off. Remove the

washer inlet hose from the washer fill valve connector (cold).

2. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and screw the female coupling of the short hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.

3. Attach the female end of the '"7" connector to the male coupling of the short hose. Ensure

the rubber flat washer is in place. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.

CONNECTING INLET HOSES (cont.}

7. Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the couplings may result.

8. Turn the water faucet on.

9. Check for leaks around the "`7" connector, faucet and hose couplings.

4. Insert the filter screen in the coupling of the washer's inlet hose. If a rubber flat washer

is already in place remove it before installing the filter screen. Attach this coupling to one male end of the "`7" connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.

5. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the dryer's long inlet hose to the other

male end of the "'7" connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.

Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and

attach the other end of the dryer's long inlet

hose to the fill valve connector at the bottom

of the dryer back panel. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.

WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42 in. (107 cm) of your washer's water inlet.

The faucets MUST be 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) garden hose-type so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch. Your water department can advise you of your water pressure.

NOTE: A water softener is recommended to reduce buildup of scale inside the steam generator

if the home water supply is very hard.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER(skip for electric drgers}

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

[] 10" Adjustable

wrenches (2)

[] 8" Pipewrench

[] Slip-joint pliers

[] Flat-blade screwdriver

[] Level

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

[] 4" dia. metal elbow

[] 4" dia. flexible metal

duct (if needed)

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

-&WARNING

Before beginning the installation, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the drger's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the drger cord is unplugged from the wall.

Turn the drger's gas shut-off valve in the supplg line to the OFF position.

[] Pipecompound

[] Flexible gas line

connector

[] Duct clamps (2) or

Spring clamps (2)

[] Safety glasses

[] 4" dia. metal duct

(recommended)

Shut-off

Valve

[] Gloves

Disconnect and discard old flexible gas connector and ducting material.

[] Soap solution for

leakdetection

[] Exhaust hood

[] Duct tape

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)

GAS REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Installation must conform to local codes and ordinances, or in their absence, the

NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223.

• This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve and Burner Assembly for use only with natural gas. Using conversion kit 14-A048, your local service organization can convert this dryer for use with propane (LP)gas. ALL CONVERSIONS MUST BE MADE BY PROPERLYTRAINED AND C.)UALIFIED

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(3.4KPa).

DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION

GAS SUPPLY

• A 1/8" 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" rigid pipe and equipped with an accessible shutoff within 6 feet of, and in

the same room with, the dryer.

• Use pipe thread compound appropriate for

natural or LP gas or use Teflon ®tape.

• Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and

gas supply.

IN THE COMMONWEALTH

OF MASSACHUSETTS

• This product must be installed by a licensed

plumber or gas fitter.

• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they

shall be the T-handle type.

• A flexible gas connector, when used, must not

exceed 3 feet.

12%" (6.7 om_308T"F?PAddlEoT;2;t_2_AS SUPPLY

dimensionthedistancebetween

cabinet bottom to floor.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY

r_ Install a female 3/8" NPT elbow at the end

of the dryer gas inlet. Install a 3/8" flare union adapter to the female

elbow. IMPORTANT: Use a pipe wrench to securely

hold on to the end of the dryer gas inlet to prevent twisting the inlet.

NOTE: Apply pipe compound or Teflon ®tape to the threads of the adapter and dryer gas inlet.

NewMetal __

FlexibleGas ,j Adapter

Line Connector.----__, _ __ 1/8" NPT

__., PipePlugfor

Adapter_ >_ _/IC_J CheckingGas

Elbowj ...... [_,.J Inlet Pressure

Ss'NPT Shut-OffValve

Items not supplied _-_"" Pipesize at

least1/2"

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY {cont.}

@Install a 1/8" NPT plugged tapping to the dryer

gas line shut-off valve for checking gas inlet

pressure. Install a flare union adapter to the plugged

tapping.

NOTE: Apply pipe compound or Teflon ® tape to

the threads of the adapter and plugged tapping.

Applypipecompoundor __

Teflon®tapeto all male X_--------b_'_ / Plugged

threads. _ _t¢" Tapping

Shut-OffValve__ !

[] Attach the flexible metal gas line connector to

the adapter.

Apply pipe compound to the

adapter and dryer gas inlet.

[-C']Tighten the flexible gas line connection, using

two adjustable wrenches.

E] Tighten all connections, using two adjustable

wrenches. Do not overtighten.

r_ open the gas shut-off valve.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)

TEST FOR LEAKS

_k WARNING - Neverusean

open flame to test for gas leaks.

Check all connections for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent.

Apply a soap solution. The leak test solution must not contain ammonia, which could cause damage to the brass fittings.

If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the

joint and repeat the soap test.

OpenGas Valve

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS

This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and connected to a properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15- or 20-amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

If electrical supply provided does not meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet.

-_WARNING - Thisdryer is equipped

witha three-prong(grounding)plugforyour protectionagainstshock hazard and shouldbe plugged directlyintoa properlygrounded three- prong receptacle.Do not cutor remove the groundingterminalfrom thisplug.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS

WARNING - Toreducetheriskof

fire, electrical shock and personal injurg:

Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug with this appliance.

The dryer must be electrically grounded in

accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NFPA

NO. 70.

Ensure proper ground exists

before use.

If local codes permit, an external ground wire (not provided), which meets local codes, may be added by attaching to the green ground screw on the rear

of the dryer, and to an alternate established ground.

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

Ground Screw

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRICDRYER(skip for gas dryers}

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

[] Slip-joint pliers

[] Flat-blade screwdriver

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

[] Phillips screwdriver

[] Level

[] 4" dia. metal elbow

[] Gloves

[] 3/4" strain relief

(ULrecognized)

[] Exhaust hood

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

-&WARNING

Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. NEVER LEAVETHE

ACCESSCOVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

[] 4" duct clamps (2) or

4" spring clamps (2)

[] Safety glasses

[] 4" dia. metal duct

(recommended)

[] 4" dia. flexible metal

duct (if needed)

[] Duct tape

[] Dryer power cord kit

(not provided with dryer)

ULrated 120/240V,

30A with 3 or 4prongs.

Identify the plug type as per the housereceptacle before purchasing line cord.

-A WARNING - Toreducetheriskof

fire, electrical shock and personal injury:

• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug with this appliance.

• The drger must be electricallg grounded in

accordance with local codes and ordinances or, in the absence of local codes, in accordance

with the NATIONAL ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER {cont.)

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

This dryer must be connected to an individual brunch circuit, protected by the required time- delay fuses or circuit breakers. A three- or four- wire, single-phase, 120/240V, 60Hz, 30-amp circuit is required.

If the electric supply does not meet the above specifications, then call a licensed electrician.

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.

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

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION}

NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new constructions utilize a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. A 4-wire cord must also be used where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral.

3-wire connection is NOT for use on new construction.

Removeground

strap and _ Relocate green ground

discard.Keep _ HotWire screwhere

green ground \t _ff _'_, I /

screw

_ /,_p£__"_ Green Wire

'_'_< __i_.._ - Strain Relief _/-Screws(3} __,,. Bracket

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

MOBILE HONE INSTALLATION} {cont.}

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

Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from

the well receptacle.

Remove the power cord cover located at

the lower beck.

Remove end discord ground strap. Keep

the green ground screw for Step 7.

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

relief.

Connect power cord us 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).

Attach ground wire of power cord with the green

ground screw (hole above strain relief bracket).

Tighten oil terminal block screws (3) completely.

Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

Reinstall the cover.

WARNING - NEVERLEAVET,E

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

" "-<_ 4#10 AWGminimumcopper

Lcvsr _-_',,_ conductors or 120/240V 30A power

supplycordkit markedfor usewith dryersandprovidedwith closedloop

or spade terminals with upturned ends (not supplied)

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION

GreenGround Ground Strain

Ifrequired,by localcode, installexternal

ground(not provided)to grounded

metal,cold water pipe,

or other established

ground determined

bya qualified electrician.

Screw Strap Relief

HotWire Bracket

Screws

Neutral Wire

(white) _]

3/4" UL Recognized

StrainRelief

Cover

3#10AWGminimumcopper conductorsor 120/240V30Apower supplycordkit markedfor usewith dryersandprovidedwith closedloop or spadeterminalswith upturnedends (notsupplied)

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 well receptacle.

3. Remove the power cord cover located at the lower beck.

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 strop is connected to neutral (center) terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet rear. Tighten oil terminal block screws (3) completely.

7. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

8. Reinstall the cover.

WARNING - NEVERLEAVETNE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER

WARNING - Toreducethe

risk of fire or personal injury:

• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.

• Use only metal duct.

• Do not terminate exhaust into a chimney, any gas vent, under an enclosed floor, in a crawl space, wall, ceiling, into an attic or other concealed space of a building. The accumulated

lint could create a fire hazard.

• Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust system, especially at turns. Inspect and clean at least once a year.

• Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with a kitchen exhaust. A combination

of lint and grease could create o fire hazard.

• Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.

• This dryer comes ready for rear exhausting. If space is limited, use the instructions on pages 28-30 to exhaust directly

from the sides or bottom of the cabinet.

EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST

HOOD OR WALL CAP

Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or

entry of birds or other wildlife.

Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust airflow and should require little or no

maintenance to prevent clogging.

Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.

Wall caps must be installed at least 12" above

ground level or any other obstruction with the opening pointed down.

If roof vents or Iouvered plenums are used, they must be equivalent to a 4" dampened wall cap in regard to resistance to airflow, prevention of back drafts and maintenance required to prevent clogging.

SEPARATION OF TURNS

• For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft. of straight duct, including distance between last turn and dampened wall cap.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL

NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT

[] Phillips-head screwdriver

[] Duct tape or ductclamp

[] Drill with 1/8" drill bit

(for bottom venting)

[] Hacksaw

(0)))i)))))))))))))))

[] Rigid or UL-listed flexible

metal 4" (10.2 cm)duct

[] Vent hood

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.

• Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners

that extend into the duct. They will serve as

a collection point for lint.

• Duct joints should be made air- and moisture-tight by wrapping the overlapped

joints with duct tape or aluminum tape.

• Horizontal runs should slope down towards

the outdoors 1/4" per foot.

INSULATION

• Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning should be insulated

to reduce condensation and lint buildup.

Installation Instructions

USING FLEXIBLE METAL DUCT FOR TRANSITION VENTING

Rigid or semi-rigid metal ducting is recommended for use as transition ducting between the dryer and the wall. In special installations when it is impossible to make a connection with the above recommendations, then a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct mall be used between the drLler and wall connection onlLI. The use of this ducting will affect drLI time. OnlLI those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specificallLI identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer should be used. In the United States, the duct must comply with the Outline for Clothes Drger Transition Duct, Subject 2158A.

If flexible metal transition duct is necessarLI, the following directions must be followed:

• Use the shortest length possible. The total length of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 2.4 m.

• Stretch the duct to its maximum length.

• Do not crush or collapse.

• Never use flexible metal ducting inside the wall or inside the drLler.

• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.

• Venting must conform to local building codes.

DO NOT:

• DO NOT bend or collapse ducting.

Use elbows if

turns are

necessarLI.

• DO NOT use excessive

exhaust length. Cut duct as short

as possible.

• DO NOT crush duct against

the wall.

FOR TRANSITION VENTING

(DRYER TO WALL}, DO:

• DO cut duct

Elbows

as short as possible and

install straight into wall.

• DO use elbows when turns are

necessarg.

• DO NOT set drger on duct.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER IcontJ

WARNING - USEONLYMETAL

4" DUCT. DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.

Using exhaust longer than specified length will:

• Increase the drging times and the energg cost.

• Reduce the drger life.

• Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.

The correct exhaust installation is YOUR

RESPONSIBILITY. Problems due to incorrect installation

are not covered bg the warrantg.

The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE length of the exhaust sgstem depends upon the tgpe

of duct, number of turns, the tgpe of exhaust hood (wall cap) and all conditions noted below. Both rigid and flexible metal duct are shown

in the table below.

EXHAUST LENGTH

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

Recommended Useonly for short-

run installations

EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST

HOOD OR WALL CAP

• Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entrg of birds or other wildlife.

• Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust airflow and should require little or no maintenance to prevent clogging.

• Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This could cause lint buildup.

• Wall caps must be installed at least 12" above ground level or ang other obstruction with the opening pointed down.

• If roof vents or Iouvered plenums are used, theg

must be equivalent to a 4" dampened wall cap in regard to resistance to airflow, prevention

of back drafts and maintenance required to

prevent clogging.

SEPARATION OF TURNS

For best performance, separate all turns bg at least 4 ft. of straight duct, including

the distance between the last turn and the exhaust hood.

TURNS OTHER THAN 90 °

• One turn of 45° or less mag be ignored.

• Two 45° turns should be treated as one 90 ° turn.

• Each turn over 45° should be treated as one 90° turn.

4" DIA

No. of 90 ° Rigid Flexible Rigid Flexible

Elbows Metal Metal Metal Metal

! 2 3 4

150 Feet 135 Feet 125 Feet 115 Feet 105 Feet

95 Feet

55 Feet 125 Feet

52 Feet 115 Feet 49 Feet 105 Feet 46 Feet 95 Feet 43 Feet 85 Feet 40 Feet 75 Feet

45 Feet 42 Feet 39 Feet 36 Feet 33 Feet 30 Feet

If using flexible metal duct, please refer to page 25.

SEALING OF JOINTS

• All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each section of duct must

point awag from the drger.

• Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that extend into the duct. Theg will serve as

a collection point for lint.

• Duct joints can be made air- and moisture-tight

bg wrapping the overlapped joints with duct

tape.

• Horizontal runs should slope down toward the outdoors 1/2" per foot.

INSULATION

Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning should be insulated

to reduce condensation and lint buildup.

Installation Instructions

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Remove ang lint from the wall exhaust opening.

Wall

Internal I _J

Duct I _ ........"_----------------_

Opening_:_i,,.

¥i - ..... Checkthat exhaust

f',_ .i,/:.- ..........." hood damper opens

andclosesfreely.

STANDARD REAR EXHAUST

We recommend that you install your dryer before installing your washer. This will permit direct access for easier exhaust

connection. Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back

of the drger and secure with duct tape or a hose clamp.

RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION

TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE

Using duct elbows will prevent duct kinking and collapsing.

Transition Ducting_

Duct

NOTE: We stronglg recommend using rigid metal exhaust duct. If using semi-rigid metal duct, cut it to the proper length and avoid bunching of the duct behind the drger.

• For straight-line installation, connect the drger exhaust to the wall, using duct tape.

Dryer Side

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

SIDE VENTING:

Dryer Exhaust to right of cabinet for Electric models only. Dryer Exhaust to left of cabinet for Gas and

Electric models.

WARNING - BEFORE

PERFORMING 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

and save

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

drger exhaust duct and save. Pull the duct out of the drger.

Right

Left

Bottom

Removedesired

knockout(oneonly)

ADDING A NEW DUCT

Fixinghole Portion"A"

.' 1%4 :

exhaust

Reconnect the cut portion (A)of the duct to the blower housing. Make sure that the shortened duct is aligned with the tab in the base. Use the screw saved previously to secure the duct in place through the tab on the appliance base.

ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET

Internalduct

Rearopening

• Insert the 4" elbow through the rear opening and connect the elbow to the drger internal duct.

Fixinghole

I_ 13sA''

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

TAB LOCATION

Notfor gas

Bendtab up45°

Through the rear opening, locate the tab in the middle of the appliance base. Lift the tab to about 45°,using a flat-blade screwdriver.

Sideopening

• Insert the 4" duct through the side opening and connect it to the elbow.

CAUTION: Do not pullor demege the

electricel wires end do not remove the vingl cover

from the electricel components inside the drger

when inserting the duct. A slight interference meg occur between the e×heust end the wire components.

Installation Instructions

SIDE VENTING (cont.)

ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET (cont.)

• Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the dryer

internal duct and

the elbow, and also the joint between the "

elbow and the side duct.

Duct

CAUTION: Internal

duct joints must be secured with tape; otherwise,

theg mag separate and cause a safetg hazard.

ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDE EXHAUST)

BOTTOM VENTING: Drger Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet

for Gas and Electric models.

-A WAR NING - BEFORE

PERFORMING 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

and save

Bottom

Removedesired knockout(oneonly)

Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete the exhaust system. Cover back opening

with a plate (Kit WEIM454) available from your local service provider. Place dryer in final location.

-A WARNING - NEVERLEAVE

THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE.

(Kit WEIM454)

Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer. Detach

and remove the bottom knockout.

Fixinghole

..................... A

123A'' _I

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

BOTTOM VENTING (cont.}

ADDING A NEW DUCT

Reconnect the cut portion A of the

duct to the blower housing,

Tape the elbow

in a 90-degree position to

prevent rotation. Insert the elbow

through the rear hole and connect it to

portion A. Rotate the elbow through the bottom opening.

While holding down

the pipe and elbow, using your hand through the rear

opening, drill a 1/8" hole through the bottom tab

hole and the pipe as shown in the illustration.

Fixinghole

Portion"A"

Rearhole

Bottom opening

While still holding down the pipe and elbow from

the rear opening, screw the pipes in place with

the previously saved screw. Apply duct tape Ducttape

as shown on the joint _ _<" between the drger internal

duct and the elbow. NOTE: Make sure the tape

covers the screw hole in portion A where it connects

to the elbow.

CAUTION: Internalductjoints mustbe

secured with tape; otherwise, theg mag separate

and cause a safetghazard.

Dr£1er Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet

for Gas and Electric models.

ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (BOTTOM EXHAUST)

Bottomview

NOTE: Make sure the hole is drilled all the wag through the elbow and pipe.

CAUTION: Be sure not to pullor damage

the electrical wires inside the drger when inserting the duct.

Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete the exhaust sgstem. Cover back opening

with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from gour local service provider. Place drger in final location.

WARNING - NEVERLEAVE

THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE.

(Kit WEIM454)

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