GE GAF140SSNWW Installation Manual

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

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RISER KIT

For Washer Models: GFW148, QFT150
For Vented Dryer Models: GFD14, QFD15
For Condenser Dryer Models: GFT14, QFT15
For Combi Washer/Dryer: GFQ14

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for

local electrical inspector’s use.

• IMPORTANT – Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for

future reference.

• Service must be performed by a qualified installer.

• 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.

• Completion time - 30-60 minutes

WASHER REQUIREMENTS
FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET
INSTALLATION

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

0” either side
1” front and rear
1” top

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

• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches
(387.1 square centimeters of open area. If the
closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors
must contain a minimum of 120 square inches
(774.2 square centimeters) of open area.

DRYER REQUIREMENTS FOR
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

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

WARNING

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18” (46 cm) above the floor for a
garage installation.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

0” either side
1” front and rear
1” top

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

• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches
(387.1 square centimeters of open area. If the closet
contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must
contain a minimum of 120 square inches (774.2
square centimeters) of open area.

- Explosion Hazard

MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER
THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET
INSTALLATION

Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air
opening are: 0” both sides, 1” rear and 1” top.

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

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

ʄ Phillips screwdriver

ʄ 9/16" Open End Wrench

or Adjustable Wrench

ʄ Safety glasses

ʄ 5/8" Deepwell Socket

Wrench or 5/8" Socket
Wrench with Extension

ʄ Gloves

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE RISER

KIT CONTAINS:

1 Riser Body

18 Short Mounting
Screws

6 Long Mounting Screws

2 Leveling
Leg Brackets

4 Plastic Spacer (A)

4 Metal Brackets

- For Condenser Dryer (B & C)

- For Vented Dryer (D & E)

4 Bolts

4 Leveling Legs

WASHER/DRYER INSTALLATION PREPARATION

IMPORTANT: Do not lay the washer or dryer on its

back! Do not remove the shipping bolts on the back
side of the washer. The bolts must remain in place until
the washer is returned to an upright position.

To prevent damage, flatten the product carton to use
as a pad. Then carefully lay the left or right side of the
washer or dryer on top of the flattened product carton.

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INSTALLING THE RISER ONTO A WASHER

1

INSTALLING RISER BODY

• Use an open-end wrench to remove the 4 washer
leveling legs.

• Locate the 4 plastic spacers (A) and match them
to their locations on the riser. Snap into place.

• Align top of riser body with bottom of washer and
ensure the riser hose is on the same side as the
back of the washer. Using a 5/8" socket wrench
(deep well or extension required). Install all 4 bolts
through the bottom of the riser and into the empty
leveling leg holes in the washer. DO NOT tighten.

2

INSTALLING LEVELING LEG

BRACKETS

• Secure both leveling leg brackets to the bottom
of the riser with the 18 short mounting screws
(9 per leveling leg bracket). After attaching the
screws, fully screw in the 4 leveling legs. Do not
tighten the lock nuts at this time.

• After all 4 bolts are in place, securely tighten.

3

LEVELING UNIT

• Carefully upright the washer and move it close
to its final location.

• Make sure that the washer is level by placing
a level on top. Check side to side and front to
back.

• Use and open ended wrench to adjust the legs
in and out. Tighten the lock nut against the
bottom of the pedestal.

NOTE: To minimize vibration, the locking nuts
must be tight.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE RISER ONTO A WASHER (cont.)

4

PLUMBING OF DRAIN HOSE

(Optional)

The drip pan has a drain hose that can be
plumbed into a floor drain.

• Tilt the unit and disengage the hose from the 2
horse collar features.

Disconnect
Hose Here

5

REMOVE SHIPPING SCREWS

Remove the 4 shipping screws on the back side
of the unit.

• Remove the cap from the end of the hose.

Cap

• Insert hose into floor drain.

Drain Hose

6

FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION

Refer to the washer Installation Instructions to
complete the installation.

NOTE: If a dryer is stacked on top of the
washer, refer to the stacking kit installation
instructions (GFA24KITL).

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INSTALLING THE RISER ONTO A WASHER (cont.)

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

1.1

5.5

11. 8

23.5

TOP VIEW

23.5

FRONT VIEW

DRAIN HOSE USAGE

Option 1: Draining water into portable container

Intended for use when hos is NOT plumbed into floor
drain and need to drain water from drip pan.

• Disengaged from its holding location

23.5

4.4

• Pull hose out.

• Remove cap to drain water.

Cap

Option 2: Draining water into floor drain

• See Step 4 .

11. 8

BOTTOM VIEW

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INSTALLING THE RISER ONTO A VENTED DRYER (cont.)

1

INSTALLING RISER BODY

• Do not remove dryer leveling legs. Ensure all 4
are screwed all the way into the dryer base.

• Align top of riser body with bottom of dryer and
ensure the riser hose is on the same side as the
back of the dryer.

Riser
Hose

• Attach metal brackets D & E with the 6 long
mounting screws.

Metal Brackets

D & E

2

INSTALLING LEVELING LEG

BRACKETS

• Secure both leveling leg brackets to the bottom
of the riser with the 18 short mounting screws
(9 per leveling leg bracket). After attaching the
screws, fully screw in the 4 leveling legs. Do not
tighten the lock nuts at this time.

3

LEVELING UNIT

• Carefully upright the dryer and move it close to
its final location.

• Make sure that the dryer is level by placing a
level on top. Check side to side and front to
back.

• Use and open ended wrench to adjust the legs
in and out. Tighten the lock nut against the
bottom of the pedestal.

NOTE: To minimize vibration, the locking nuts
must be tight.

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INSTALLING THE RISER ONTO A VENTED DRYER (cont.)

4

FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION

Refer to the VENTED dryer Installation
Instructions to complete the installation.

NOTE: A dryer with a riser installed CANNOT
stack on top of a washer.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE RISER ONTO A CONDENSER DRYER

1

INSTALLING RISER BODY

• Do not remove dryer leveling legs. Ensure all 4
are screwed all the way into the dryer base.

• Align top of riser body with bottom of dryer and
ensure the riser hose is on the same side as the
back of the dryer.

• Attach metal brackets B & C with the 6 long
mounting screws.

Metal Brackets

B & C

2

INSTALLING LEVELING LEG

BRACKETS

• Secure both leveling leg brackets to the bottom
of the riser with the 18 short mounting screws
(9 per leveling leg bracket). After attaching the
screws, fully screw in the 4 leveling legs. Do not
tighten the lock nuts at this time.

3

LEVELING UNIT

• Carefully upright the dryer and move it close to
its final location.

• Make sure that the dryer is level by placing a
level on top. Check side to side and front to
back.

• Use and open ended wrench to adjust the legs
in and out. Tighten the lock nut against the
bottom of the pedestal.

NOTE: To minimize vibration, the locking nuts
must be tight.

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INSTALLING THE RISER ONTO A CONDENSER DRYER (cont.)

4

FINALIZE THE INSTALLATION

Refer to the CONDENSER dryer Installation
Instructions to complete the installation.

NOTE: A dryer with a riser installed CANNOT
stack on top of a washer.

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Notes

Printed in China

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