GE GFDN110GD0WW, GFDN110GD1WW, GFDN110GD2WW, GFDN110GD3WW, GFDN120GD0WW Installation Guide
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Installation
Gas Dryer
Instructions
Questions on Installation? Call: 800.GE.CARES {US) or 800-561-3344 {Canada)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Readthese instructions
completely and carefully.
* IMPORTANT- save
these instructions for local
inspector's use.
, IMPORTANT- Observe
all governing codes and
ordinances.
, Note to Installer - Besure to
leave these instructions with
the customer.
* Note to Customer- Keepthese
instructions with your Owner's
Manualfor future reference.
. Before the old dryer isremoved
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.
. Product failure due to
improper installation isnot
covered under the Warranty.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
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WARI ING RISKOF FIRE
. To reduce tb riskof severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
. Clothes dry_ installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
. Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in accordance with local
codes.
• California Sc _Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act
This act requi the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the
state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses
to warn cast s of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances can
cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide,
formaldehy@ and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas
or LPfuels. Pr perly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to
these substan scan be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
. This dryer m ;t be exhausted to the outdoors.
. Use only tic metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and use only UL
approved trar anducting between the dryer and the home duct.
. DONOTinst a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials. Ifflexible metal
(semirigid or foil-type)duct is installed, it must be ULlisted and installed inaccordance
with the instrt :tions found in "Connecting The Dryer To House Vent" on page 5 of this
manual. Flexff ._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 insta or store this appliance in any location where it could beexposed to
water and or weather.
. Savethese instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these instructions with the
customer).
IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
, This produc st be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.
, When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall bethe T-handle type.
, A flexible g( connector, when used, most not exceed 3 feet.
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4"DIA,METALDUCT ) % j_
(RECOMMENDED} 4"DIA,METAL
ELBOW COMPOUND SOAPSOLUTION
EXHAUST
HOOD
PIPE
FORLEAKDETECTION
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10"ADJUSTABLEWRENCHES
R" PIPE \A/RERII-M
Step i
Verify your gas installation (seesection 2).
Step 2
Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer
(seesection !).
Step 3
Check and ensure the existing external exhaust is clean (see
section 1)and meets attached installation specifications (see
section 6).
Step 4
Remove the foam shipping pads (seesection 1).
Step 5
Move the dryer to the desired location.
Step 6
Level your dryer (see section 8).
Step 7
Connect the gas supply (seesection 3) and check for leaks
(seesection 4).
Connect the external exhaust (seesection 7).
Step 8
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FLATBLADESCREWDRIVER
SLIPJOINTPLIERS
4"DIA.FLEXIBLEMETAL(SEMFRIGID}
ULLISTEDTRANSITIONDUCT
KITWXOEXlOO77(INCLUDES2 ELBOWS}
4"DIA,FLEXIBLEMETAL(FOILTYPE} __:_f_::_')
(IFNEEDED}
ULLISTEDTRANSITIONDUCT
(IFNEEDED,} FLEXIBLEGASLINECONNECTOR GLOVES
Step 9 Connect the power supply (see section 5).
Step 10Check the operation of the power supply, gas connections,
and venting.
Step 11Place the Owner's Manual and the Installation Instructions in
a location where they will be noticed by the owner.
For alcove or closet installation, see section 9.
For bathroom or bedroom installation, see section 10.
For mobile or manufactured home, see section 11.
For garage installation (ifallowed by local codes), see section 12.
For side or bottom exhaust, see section 13.
4"DUCT
CLAMPS(2} DUCTTAPE SAFETY
OR GLASSES
4"SPRING
CLAMPS121
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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, ! in. front 3 in. rear.
Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.
rl] PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
OF NEW DRYER
TIP:Install your dryer before installing your washer.
This will allow better access when installing dryer
exhaust.
DISCONNECTING GAS
TURNGAS _ DISCONNECTANDDISCARDOLu'_ _
SHUT-OFF I_ FLEXIBLEGAS CONNECTORAND _J i'_w
VALVETOTHE _ OLDDUCTINGMATERIAL.
APPROVEDFLEXIBLEGASLINE
CONNECTORAND UL APPROVED
TRANSITIONDUCT.
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WARNING- NEVERREUSE
OLD FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS.
The use of old flexible connectors can cause leaks
and personal injury. Always use new flexible
connectors when installing gas appliances.
REMOVING LINT FROM WALL EXHAUST
OPENING
. Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil
transition duct and replace with ULlisted transition duct.
r2] GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
, Installation must conform to local codes and
ordinances,or intheir absence, the NATIONALFUELGAS
CODE,ANSIZ223.
• This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve & Burner
Assembly for useonly with natural gas. Using conversion
kit WE25X0217,your local service organization can
convert this dryer for use with propane (LP)gas. ALL
CONVERSIONSMUSTBEMADEBYPROPERLYTRAINED
AND QUALIFIEDPERSONNELAND IN ACCORDANCEWITH
LOCALCODESAND ORDINANCEREQUIREMENTS.
• The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of that sys-
tem 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(3.4 KPa).
DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
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INTERNALDUCT
OPENING
WALL
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CHECKTHATEXHAUSE
i- HOODDAMPEROPENS
ANDCLOSESFREELY.
TILTTHE DRYERSIDEWAYS
AND REMOVETHE FOAM
SHIPPING PADS BY
PULLING ATTHE SIDES
AND BREAKINGTHEM
AWAY FROMTHE DRYER
LEGS. BE SURE TO
REMOVEALL OF THE
FOAM PIECESAROUND
THE LEGS.
3/8" NPT MALETHREADGASSUPPLY
NOTE:Add to vertical dimension
the distance between cabinet
bottom to floor.
, A 1/8 in. 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 onthe installation of the plugged tapping.
, Supply line isto be !/2 in. rigid pipe and equipped with
an accessible shut-off within 6 ft. of,and in the same
room with the dryer.
, Use pipe thread sealer compound appropriate for natu-
ral or LPgas or use Teflon tape.
, Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and gassupply.
, Open shut-off valve.
, You must use with this dryer aflexible metal connector
(listed connector ANSIZ21.24 / CSA6.10). The length of
the connect shall not exceed 3ft.
ADJUSTING FOR ELEVATION
, Gas clothes dryers input ratings are based on sea level
operation and need not be adjusted for operation at or
below 2000 ft. elevation.
For operation at elevations above 2000 ft., input ratings
should bereduced at a rate of 4 percent for each 1000 ft.
above sea level.
, Installation must conform to localcodes and ordinances or,
in their absence, the NATIONALFUELGASCODE,ANSIZ223.
Installation instructions
_]RECONNECTING GAS
Listed connector ANSI Z2!.24 / CSA 6.!0
1/8" NPTPIPE
PLUGFOR
NEWMETAL GAS
FLEXIBLEGAS INLETPRESSURE
LINECONNECTOR
ADAPTER SHUT-OFF
3/8" NPT VALVE
ELBOW
__PIPESIZE
ITEMSNOT SUPPLIED AT LEASTi/2"
NOTE: The connector ond fittings ore designed for use
only on the originol instollotion ond ore not to be reused
for onother opplionce or ot onother locotion. Keep fiore
end of odoptor free of grease, oil and thread sealant.
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APPLYPIPECOMPOUND
TOALL MALETHREADS.
CAUTION: Useodoptorsosshown.Connector
nuts must not be connected directly to pipe threods.
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APPLYPIPECOMPOUND
TOTHE ADAPTERAND
DRYERGASINLET.
Tighten the flexible
gas line using two
adjustable wrenches.
Tighten oil connections using two odjustoble
wrenches. Do not overtorque ges connections!
[-4-]LEAK TEST
FLAME TO TEST FOR GAS LEAKS.
GASVALVE.
OPEN
Check all connections for leaks with soupy solution or
equivalent. Apply soup solution. Leuk test solution must
not contmin ammonia which could cause damage to the
brass fittings. If leaks are found, closevmlve,retighten the
joint, randrepemt the soup test.
Installation instructions
[_]ELECTRICAL CONNECTION iNFORMATiON
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
ELECTRICALCODE,ANSI/NFPANO.70.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This appliance must be supplied with 120V,60Hz, and
connected to a properly grounded branch circuit, pro-
tected 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.
EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-PRONG
(GROUNDING) PLUG FOR YOUR
PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD
AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY
iNTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE-
PRONG RECEPTACLE. DO NOT CUT OR
REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG
FROM THiS PLUG.
[] EXHAUST INFORMATION
, WARNING -IN CANADA AND IN THE
UNITED STATES, THE REQUIRED EXHAUST
DUCT DIAMETER IS 4in (102mm). DO NOT
USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE
EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.
Using exhaust longer than specified length will:
. Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
. Reducethe 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 ALLOWABLEduct 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 isshown in the table below.
EXHAUST LENGTH
RECOMMENDEDMAXIMUM LENGTH
No. of 90°
Elbows
0
1
2
3
4
Exhaust Hood Types
Recommended run installations
Rigid
Metal
90 Feet
60 Feet
/45 Feet
35 Feet
25 Feet
Use only for short
4" DIA.
Rigid
Metal
60 Feet
45 Feet
35 Feet
25 Feet
15 Feet
ENSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE
IF LOCAL CODES PERMIT,
AN EXTERNALGROUND WIRE
(NOT PROVIDED),WHICH MEETS
LOCAL CODES, MAY BE ADDED
BYATTACHING TO THE GREEN
GROUND SCREW ON THE REAR
OF THE DRYER,AND TO A GROUNDED
METAL COLD WATER PIPEOR OTHER
ESTABLISHED GROUND.
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 12in. above ground
level or any other obstruction with the opening pointed
down.
SEPARATIONOFTURNS
For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft.
of straight duct, including distance between last turn and
exhaust hood.
TURNSOTHERTHAN 90°
" Oneturn of 450or less may be ignored.
. Two 450 turns should betreated as one 900turn.
. Each turn over 450 should betreated as one 900turn.
Installation instructions
SEALING OFJOINTS
. Alljoints should be tight to avoid leaks.The male end of
each section of duct must point away from the dryer.
. The duct shall not beassembled 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
1/4 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.
[-7]EXHAUST CONNECTION
BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST
INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE
DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY.
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-
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 5-6 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 potential fire hazard.
. Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with
a kitchen exhaust system. Acombination 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
systemshallbe inspected and cleaned at leastoncea year.
THIS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR
EXHAUSTING. IF SPACE IS LIMITED, USE
THE INSTRUCTIONS IN SECTION 13 TO
EXHAUST DIRECTLY FROM THE SIDES OR
BOTTOM OF THE CABINET,
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.
EXTERNALDUCT
DUCT TAPE OR
DUCTCLAHP
4" METALDUCT CUT
TO PROPERLENGTH
DUCT TAPEOR
DUCT CLAMP
NOTE: WE STRONGLYRECOMMENDSOLID
METALEXHAUSTDUCTING. HOWEVER,IF
FLEXIBLEDUCTING ISUSEDIT MUST BE
UL-LISTEDMETAL,NOT PLASTIC.
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
(Vented above floor level}
ELBOW HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED L
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TO IVlINIIVlIZE I /
EXHAUST I l,
ELBOW HIGHLY
RECOIVlIVlENDED-
NOTE: ELBOWS WILL PREVENT DUCT KINKING AND
COLLAPSING.
CONNECTING THE DRYERTO HOUSE VENT
RIGID METALTRANSITION DUCT
. For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct
is recommended.
. Rigidmetal transition ducts reduce the riskof crushing and
kinking.
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