GE Electric Dryers Installation Instructions

Installation	Electric Dryer
Instructions	10

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•IMPORTANT-Save these 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 Use and Care Book for future reference.

•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.

•Install the dryer where the temperature

is above 50°F for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.

WARNING RISK OF FIRE

•To reduce the risk of severe injury or 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.

•This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.

•Use only rigid metal 4” diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and use only UL approved transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct.

•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 the instructions found in “Connecting The Dryer To House Vent” on pages 4-5 of this manual. 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 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.

	TOOLS YOU		MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
	WILL NEED		4" DIA. METAL DUCT
		SLIP JOINT PLIERS	(RECOMMENDED)	4" DUCT	4" DIA. ME	TAL
							EXHAUST	SAFETY	DRYER POWER
				CLAMPS (2)	ELBOW
							HOOD	GLASSES	CORD KIT
				OR
			4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID)						(NOT PROVIDED
		FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER		4" SPRING					WITH DRYER)
			UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT	CLAMPS (2)					UL RATED
			(IF NEEDED)
			KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS)						120/240V,30A
		PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER							WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS.
								3/4" STRAIN	IDENTIFY THE PLUG
					DUCT TAPE		GLOVES	RELIEF	TYPE AS PER THE
			4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE)						HOUSE RECEPTACLE
								UL RECOGNIZED
									BEFORE PURCHASING
			UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
									LINE CORD.
			(IF NEEDED.)		4” COVER PLATE (IF NEEDED
		LEVEL
					(KIT WE1M454)
	Step 1 Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer			Step 7	Level your dryer (see section 5).
		(see section 1).		Step 8	Check the operation of the power supply and venting.
	Step 2 Check and ensure the existing external exhaust is clean (see			Step 9	Place the owners manual and the installation instructions in
		section 1) and meets attached installation specifications (see			a location where they will be noticed by the owner.
		section 3).		For alcove or closet installation, see section 6.
	Step 3	Remove the foam shipping pads (see section 1).
				For bathroom or bedroom installation, see section 7.
	Step 4	Move the dryer to the desired location.
				For mobile or manufactured home, see section 8.
	Step 5	Connect the power supply (see section 2).
				For side or bottom exhaust, see section 9.
	Step 6	Connect the external exhaust (see section 4).
								31-16629-1 03-11 GE
									234D1052P003

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, 1 in. front and 3 in. rear. Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.

1 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
	INTERNAL DUCT	CHECK TH AT EXHAUST
	OPENING
		HOOD DAMPER OPENS
		AND CLOSES FREE LY.

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.

2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION

WARNING -TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 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 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 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.

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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.

REMOVE GROUND STRAP

AND DISCARD. KEEP GREEN

GROUND SCREW

SCREWS

(3)

COVER

WIRE	RELOC ATE GREEN
	GROUND SCREW
L1	HERE	GREEN OR
N		YELLOW WIRE
		STRAIN
L2
		RELIEF
		BRACKET
NEUTRAL
(White)
	3/4", UL
HOT	RECOGNIZED
WIRE	STRAIN RELIEF

4 #10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER CONDUCTORS OR 120/240V 30A POWER SUPP LY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE WITH D RYERS & PROVIDED WITH CLOSED LOOP OR S PADE 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.Remove the 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) completely.

8.Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

9.Reinstall the cover.

WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION

	IF REQUIRED, BY LOCAL CODE,
	INS TALL EXTERNAL GROUND
	(NOT PROVIDED) TO GROUNDED
	ME TAL, COLD WATER PIPE, OR	GREEN	GROUND
	OTHER ES TABLISHED GROUND	GROUND	STRAP
	DETERMINED BY A QUALIFIED	SCREW	HOT
	ELECTRICIAN.			STRAIN RELIEF
			WIRE
				BRACKET

SCREWS

(3)

	L1
	L2
	NEUTRAL	HOT
	(White)
		WIRE

3/4", UL RECOGNIZED STRAIN RELIEF

COVER	3 #10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER
	CONDUCTORS OR 120/240V 30A POWER
	SUPP LY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE
	WITH D RYERS & PROVIDED WITH CLOSED
	LOOP OR S PADE 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.

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) terminalofblockandtogreengroundscrewoncabinet rear. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely.

7.Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

8.Reinstall the cover.

WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

3 EXHAUST INFORMATION

WARNING -IN CANADA AND IN THE UNITED STATES, THE REQUIRED EXHAUST DUCT DIAMETER IS 4 in (102mm). DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EX-

HAUST LENGTH TABLE.

Using exhaust longer than specified length will:

•Increase the drying times and the energy cost.

•Reduce the dryer life.

•Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.

The correct exhaust installation is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered by the warranty.

Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct and replace with UL listed transition duct. The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE duct length and number of bends of 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 in the table below.

EXHAUST LENGTH

RECCOMMENDED MAX. LENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

4" DIA.	4" DIA.
4"
No.of 90º	Rigid
Elbows	Metal

090 Feet

160 Feet

245 Feet

335 Feet

425 Feet

EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST

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

SEPARATION OF TURNS

For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft. of straight duct, including distance between last turn and exhaust hood.

TURNS OTHER THAN 90º

•One turn of 45º or less may be ignored.

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

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

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Installation Instructions

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 down toward the outdoors 1/2 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.

4 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-rigidorfoil-type)ducttoconnectthedryertothe 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 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.

There are multiple installation options. Select the most appropriate method for your installation situation.

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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.

EXTERNAL DUCT OPENING

DUCT TAPE OR

DUCT CLAMP

4" METAL DUCT CUT

TO PROPER LENGTH

DUCT TAPE OR

DUCT CLAMP

NOTE: WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND SOLID

METAL EXHAUST DUCTING. HOWEVER, IF

FLEXIBLE DUCTING IS USED IT MUST BE

UL-LISTED METAL, NOT PLASTIC.

STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented above floor level)

ELBOW HIGHLY

RECOMMENDED

RECOMMENDED

CONFIGURATION

TO MINIMIZE

EXHAUST

BLOCKAGE.

ELBOW HIGHLY

RECOMMENDED

NOTE: ELBOWS WILL PREVENT DUCT KINKING AND COLLAPSING.

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT

RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT

•For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is recommended.

•Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing and kinking.

UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT

•If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UL-listed flexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting can be used (Kit WX08X10077).

•Neverinstallflexiblemetalductinwalls,ceilings,floorsor other enclosed spaces.

•Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8

feet (2.4m).

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-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE) TRANSITION DUCT

•In special installations, it may be necessary to connect the dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foiltype) duct. A UL-listed flexible metal (foil-type) duct may be used ONLY in 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.

•Totallengthofflexiblemetalductshouldnotexceed8feet (2.4m).

•Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.

DO

ELBOW

REQUIRED

ELBOWS

REQUIRED

DON’T

DO NOT

SIT DRYER

ON FLEXIBLE

EXHAUST

DO NOT USE

EXCESSIVE

EXHAUST

LENGTH

DO NOT

CRUSH

FLEXIBLE

EXHAUST

AGAINST

WALL

5 LEVELING AND STABILIZING YOUR DRYER

Stand the dryer upright near the final location and adjust the 4 leveling legs, at the corners, to ensure that the dryer is level from side to side and front to rear.

	LEVEL	LEVEL
	FRONT-TO-BACK
		SIDE-TO-SIDE

4 LEVELING LEGS

6ALCOVE 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

EXHAUST INFORMATION sections 3 & 4.

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

0 in. either side

3 in. front

4 in. rear

•Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead cabinets, ceiling, etc. is 52 in.

•Closet doors must be louvered 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.

NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 in.

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