GE Electric Dryers Installation Instructions
Installation
Electric Dryer
Instructions
Questions on Installation? Call: 1-800-GECARES (US)
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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.
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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 qualied 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 exible plastic ducting materials. If
exible 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 airow and increase the risk of re.
• 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 qualied installer to make the electrical connections.
TOOLS YOU
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
WILL NEED
4" DIA. METAL DUCT
SLIP JOINT PLIERS
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER
KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS)
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
LEVEL
Step 1 Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer
(see section 1).
Step 2 Check and ensure the existing external exhaust is clean (see
section 1) and meets attached installation specications (see
section 3).
Step 3 Remove the foam shipping pads (see section 1).
Step 4 Move the dryer to the desired location.
Step 5 Connect the power supply (see section 2).
Step 6 Connect the external exhaust (see section 4).
(RECOMMENDED)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED.)
4" DUCT
CLAMPS (2)
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 owners 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 side or bottom exhaust, see section 9.
4" DIA. ME TAL
ELBOW
OR
DUCT TAPE
4” COVER PLATE (IF NEEDED
a location where they will be noticed by the owner.
EXHAUST
HOOD
GLOVES
(KIT WE1M454)
SAFETY
GLASSES
3/4" STRAIN
RELIEF
UL RECOGNIZED
DRYER POWER
CORD KIT
(NOT PROVIDED
WITH DRYER)
UL RATED
120/240V,30A
WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS.
IDENTIFY THE PLUG
TYPE AS PER THE
HOUSE RECEPTACLE
BEFORE PURCHASING
LINE CORD.
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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.
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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
OPENING
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION
CHECK TH AT EXHAUST
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.
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.
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
1. Turn o 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.
HOT
RELOC ATE GREEN
WIRE
GROUND SCREW
HERE
L1
N
L2
NEUTRAL
(White)
3/4", UL
RECOGNIZED
HOT
STRAIN RELIEF
WIRE
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).
GREEN OR
YELLOW WIRE
STRAIN
RELIEF
BRACKET
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.
WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE
COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
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Installation Instructions
CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE
CONNECTION
IF REQUIRED, BY LOCAL CODE,
INS T ALL EXTERNAL GROUND
(NOT PROVIDED) TO GROUNDED
ME TAL, COLD WATER PIPE, OR
OTHER ES TABLISHED GROUND
DETERMINED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
SCREWS
(3)
COVER
GREEN
GROUND
SCREW
GROUND
STRAP
HOT
WIRE
L1
L2
NEUTRAL
(White)
3 #10 A WG 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).
STRAIN RELIEF
BRACKET
3/4", UL
RECOGNIZED
STRAIN RELIEF
HOT
WIRE
1. Turn o 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)
terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet
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.
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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 specied length will:
• Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
• Reduce the dryer life.
• Accumulate lint, creating a potential re 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"
.No of 90º
Elbows
0
1
2
3
4
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 ow 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.
4" DIA.
Metal
90 Feet
60 Feet
45 Feet
35 Feet
25 Feet
Rigid
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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.
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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 exible 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
oor, or in any other concealed space of a building.
The accumulated lint could create a re hazard.
• Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with
a kitchen exhaust system. A combination of grease
and lint creates a potential re hazard.
• Do not use duct longer than specied in the exhaust
length table. Longer ducts can accumulate lint,
creating a potential re hazard.
• Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This
will cause lint to accumulate, creating a potential re
hazard.
• Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that
extend into the duct. These fasteners can accumulate
lint, creating a potential re 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.
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
(Vented at oor 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 oor 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 exible
metal (semi-rigid) ducting can be used (Kit WX08X10077).
• Never install exible metal duct in walls, ceilings, oors or
other enclosed spaces.
• Total length of exible metal duct should not exceed 8
feet (2.4m).
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Installation Instructions
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.
• 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 exible metal (foiltype) duct. A UL-listed exible metal (foil-type) duct may
be used ONLY in installations where rigid metal or exible
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 exible metal
(foil-type) ducts that comply with the “Outline for Clothes
Dryer Transition Duct Subject 2158A” shall be used.
• Never install exible metal duct in walls, ceilings, oors or
other enclosed spaces.
• Total length of exible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet
(2.4m).
• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
LEVELING AND STABILIZING YOUR
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DRYER
Stand the dryer upright near the nal 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
FRONT-TO-BACK
LEVEL
SIDE-TO-SIDE
DO
ELBOW
REQUIRED
ELBOWS
REQUIRED
DON’T
DO NOT USE
EXCESSIVE
EXHAUST
LENGTH
DO NOT
SIT DRYER
ON FLEXIBLE
EXHAUST
DO NOT
CRUSH
FLEXIBLE
EXHAUST
AGAINST
WALL
4 LEVELING
LEGS
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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
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 oor 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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