GE GHDP490EF5WW, GTDN550ED4WW, GTDN550ED5WW, GTDP180ED3WW, GTDP200EF2WS Installation Guide

Installation

ElectricDryer

Instructions

Questions? Call800.GE.CARES {800.432.2737)or visitour Web siteat:GEAppliances.com

inCanada, cell1.800.561.3344or visitwww.GEAppliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Readtheseinstructionscompletelyendcarefully.

• IMPORTANT- save these instructions for local

inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT- Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.

• Noteto Installer - Besureto leavetheseinstructionswith the
customer.

• Noteto Customer- Keeptheseinstructionswithyour Owner's
Manualfor future reference.

• Before the old dryer is removed from serviceor discarded,
removethe dryer door.

• Inspect the dryer exhaust outlet and straighten the outlet

walls ifthey are bent.

• Serviceinformation andthe wiring diagram are locatedinthe
controlconsole.

• Donot allowchildrenonor in theappliance.Closesupervision
of children is necessary when the appliance is used near

children.

• Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F for
satisfactoryoperation ofthe dryercontrol system.
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the warranty.

01

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 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting the

clothes dryer to the outdoors.

DONOTinstall a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting
materials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is
installed, it must be ULlisted and installed in accordance
with the instructions found in Connecting The Dryer To
House Vent on page 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).

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

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 WILL NEED

SLIPJOINTPLIERS

FLATBLADESCREWDRIVER

Step ! Prepare the Area and Exhaust for Installation of

New Dryer (seesection 1).

Step 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust
is Clean (seesection 1)and MeetsAttached Installation

Specifications (seesection 3).
Step 3 Remove the Foam Shipping Pads (seesection 1).
Step 4 Hove the Dryer to the Desired Location.
Step 5 Connect the Power Supply (see section 2).
Step 6 Connect the External Exhaust (seesection 4).

PHILLIPSSCREWDRIVER

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

4"DIAFLEXIBLEMETAL(SEMI-RIGID)

KITWXOBX1BB77(INCLUDES2ELBOWS)

4"DIAFLEXIBLEMETAL(FOILTYPE)

4"DIAM_TALDUCT V/ll

(RECOMUENDED)

ULLISTEDTRANSITIONDUCT

(IFNEEDED)

ULLISTEDTRANSITIONDUCT(IFNEEDED)

Step 7 Level Your Dryer (seesection 5).
Step 8 Check the Operation of the Power Supply & Venting.
Step 9 Place Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions
in a location where they will be noticed by the owner.

For Alcove or Closet Installation, see section 6.
For Bathroom or Bedroom Installation, see section 7.
For Mobile or Manufactured Home see, section 8.
Forgarage installation (ifallowed bylocalcodes),seesection9.

For side or bottom exhaust, see section 10.

8"DUCT #'DIA METAL

CLAMPS(2) ELBOW

OR

#'SPRING

CLAMPS(2)

"--L4J

EXHAUST SAFETY

HOOD GLASSES

DUCTTAPE GLOVES

3/4"STRAIN

RELIEF

ULRECOGNIZED

DRYERPOWER

CORDKIT

(NOTPROVIDED

WITHDRYER)
ULRATED
120/240V3OA

WITH3OR4PROGS
IDENTIFYTHEPLUG

TYPEASPERTHE
HOUSERECEPTACLE
BEFOREPURCHASING

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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 and i in. rear.

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

FIIPREPARING 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

INTERNALDUCT

OPENING ../HOODDAMPEROPENS

CHECKTHATEXHAUST

ANDCLOSESFREELY.

TILTTHE DRYERSIDEWAYS
AND REMOVETHE FOAM
SHIPPING PADS BY

PULLING ATTHE SIDES
AND BREAKING THEM
AWAY FROM THE DRYER
LEGS. BESURETO

REMOVEALL OF THE
FOAM PIECESAROUND
THE LEGS,

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

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION)

NOTES: Since January :1, :1996, the National Electric
code requires that the new constructions utilize a

4-wire connection to an electric dryer.

WARNING: Onlyo 4-conductorcordshall

be used when the appliance is installed in a location

where grounding through the neutral conductor is

prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited

for the new branch-circuit installations, mobile homes,

recreational vehicles, and areas where local codes
prohibit grounding through the neutral conduction.

Remove ground strop _ Hot Relocote

and discord, Keep [ ___._Wire green
green ground screw _ _ ,/ _'--_k ground

, _/.._. "_ here

_ Hot _;/. V_I. .

F21ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION

t WARNING - TOREDUCETHE

RISKOF 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 NATIONALELECTRICAL
CODE,ANSI/NFPANO.70.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit,

protected by the requiredtime-delay fusesor circuit breakers.

A four or three-wire, single phase, 120/240V or 120/208V,

60Hz,:30amp circuit isrequired.Ifthe electricsupply doesnot
meet the above specifications,then call a licensedelectrician.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Thisdryer must beconnectedto agrounded metal,permanent
wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must

be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal onthe appliance.

c I _ I I_-j

over_ } _ Stroin 3/4" UL

-- _ Bracket Stroin Relief

4 #t0 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply
cord kit marked for usewith dryers and provided with closed loop or
spode terminals with upturned ends (not supplied).

/ I Relief Recognized

!. 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.Removethe 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 L! and L2).

B.Connect the neutral (white) lineto 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)securely.

8.Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

9.Reinstall the cover.

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

I WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE !

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CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE
CONNECTION

If required, by local code, install external ground {not provided) to

grounded metal, cold water pipe, or other established ground determined
by a qualified electrician.

Hot

Wire

Green Ground Screw

& Ground Strap

Fuse

Cover

3 #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply
cord kit marked for usewith dryers and provided with closed loop or
spade terminals with upturned ends (not supplied).

Strain 3/4" UL

Relief Recognized
Bracket Strain Relief

3-wire Connection

Not for use in Canada.
DONOTuse for Mobile Home Installations.
NOTfor use on new construction.
NOTfor use on recreational vehicles.

NOTfor use in areas where local codes prohibit grounding

through the neutral conduction.

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)

terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet
rear.Tighten all terminal block screws (3)securely.

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

i WARNING -INCANADAANDINTHE

UNITED STATES, THE REQUIRED EXHAUST
DUCT DIAMETER IS 4 IN (102mm). DO NOT
USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE
EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.

Usingexhaust longer than specified length will:
. Increasethe drying times andthe energy cost.
, Reducethe dryer life.
, Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.

Thecorrect exhaust installation isYOUR

RESPONSIBILITY.Problems due to incorrect installation
are not covered by the warranty.

Removeand discard existing plasticor metal foil transition
duct and replacewith ULlisted transition duct.
TheMAXIMUMALLOWABLEduct length and number of
bends of the exhaust systemdepends upon the typeof
duct, number of turns,the type of exhaust hood (wallcap),
and all conditions noted below.The maximum duct length
for rigid metal duct isshown inthe table below.

EXHAUST LENGTH

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

Recommended Use only for short

......14I....... I I--2"2

No. of 90 ° Rigid Rigid

EIb ows Metal Metal

0 90 Feet 60 Feet

1 60 Feet 45 Feet
2 45 Feet 35 Feet
3 35 Feet 25 Feet

4 25 Feet 15 Feet

. Forevery extra 90°elbow, reduce the allowable vent system

length by 10ft.

. Two/45°elbows will betreated likeone 90°elbow.
. Forthe side exhaust installations, add one 90° elbow to the

chart.

, Thetotal vent system length includesallthe straight portions

and elbows of the system (transitionduct included).

EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST

HOOD OR WALL CAP

, Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry of

birdsor other wildlife.

. Termination should present minimal resistance to the

exhaust air flow and should requirelittle or no maintenance
to prevent clogging.

. Never install a screenin or overthe exhaustduct. Thiscould

cause lint build up.

, Wall caps must be installed atleast !2 in. 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.

TURNSOTHERTHAN90°

. Oneturn of 450orlessmay be ignored.
. Two 450turns should be treated as one 900turn.

. Eachturn over 450should betreated as one 900turn.

run installations

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EXHAUST INFORMATION (cont)

SEALING OFJOINTS

, 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 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.

F4-]EXHAUST CONNECTION

WARNING - TOREDUCE

THE

RISK OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:

. This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the

outdoors.

. Useonly 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 page 5 of

this manual.

. Do not terminate exhaust in o 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 o common duct

with a kitchen exhaust system. A combination of
grease and lint creates o 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.

STANDARD REAREXHAUST

(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}

ELBOWHIGHLY

_ RECOMMENDED

(

RECOMMENDED
CONFIGURATION

TOMINIMIZE

EXHAUST
BLOCKAGE.

ELBOWHIGHLY
RECOMMENDED-

r-m

NOTE: ELBOWS WILL PREVENT DUCT
KINKING AND COLLAPSING.

rs] LEVELING AND STABILIZING YOUR DRYER

THIS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR

EXHAUSTING. IF SPACE IS LIMITED, USE

THE INSTRUCTIONS IN SECTION iO TO

EXHAUST DIRECTLY FROM THE SIDES

OR BOTTOM OF THE CABINET.

LEVELNG LEGS

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CONNECTING THE DRYERTO HOUSEVENT

RIGIDMETALTRANSITIONDUCT
* Forbest drying performance,a rigid metal transition duct is

recommended.

, Rigidmetaltransitions ducts reducethe riskof crushingand

kinking.

UL-LISTEDFLEXIBLEMETAL(SEMI-RIGID}TRANSITIONDUCT

tfrigidmetalduct cannot beused,then UL-listedflexiblemetal
(semi-rigid)ductingcan beused(KitWX08X!0077).
Neverinstallflexiblemetalduct in walls,ceilings,floorsoroth-
erenclosedspaces.

Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed8 feet

(2.4m).
For many applications,installing elbows at both the dryer

and the wall is highly recommended(seeillustrationsbelow).
Elbowsallowthe dryerto sit closeto the wall without kinking
and or crushing the transition duct, maximizing drying
performance.

Avoidrestingthe ducton sharp objects.

UL-LISTEDFLEXIBLEMETAL(FOIL-TYPE}TRANSITIONDUCT
, tn special installations, it may be necessaryto connect the

dryerto the housevent using a flexible metal (foil-type)duct.

A UL-listedflexible metal (foil-type)duct may be usedONLY

in installationswhere rigid metal or flexiblemetal (semi-rigid)
ducting cannot be used AND where a 4" diameter can be
maintainedthroughout theentirelengthof thetransitionduct.

tnCanadaand the United States,only the flexible metal (foil-
type) ducts that comply with the "Outlinefor ClothesDryer
TransitionDuct Subject2158A"shallbe used.

, Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings,floors or

otherenclosedspaces.
Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed8 feet

(2.4m).

, Avoidrestingthe duct onsharpobjects.
, Forbestdryingperformance:

1.Slideoneend ofthe duct overthe clothesdryeroutlet pipe.

2.Securetheduct with a clamp.

3.With the dryerin its permanentposition,extendthe ductto
its full length.Allow2" of duct to overlapthe exhaustpipe.
Cut off and removeexcessduct. Keepthe duct as straight
aspossiblefor maximumairflow.

4.Securetheduct to the exhaustpipewith theother clamp.

EXCESSIVE

CRUSH

FLEXIBLE

EXHAUST

AGAINST

EXHAUST _)LENG_ DO NOT

ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

• tfyour dryeris approvedfor installationin an alcoveor closet,
itwill bestatedona labelon the dryerback.

ThedryerMUSTbeventedto the outdoors. Seethe EXHAUST

INFORMATIONsections3&/4.
Minimumclearancebetweendryercabinetandadjacentwalls

or other surfacesis:

0 in.eitherside
3 in.front and rear

Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead cabinets,

ceiling,etc.is 52in.
Closet doors must be Iouvered or otherwise ventilated and

must contain a minimum of 60 sq. in. of open area equally

distributed, tf the closet contains both a washer and a dryer,
doors must contain a minimum of 120 sq. in. of open area
equallydistributed.

F7-1BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION

. The dryer MUSTbe vented to the outdoors. SeeEXHAUST

iNFORMATIONsection 3 &/4.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE,ANSI/NFPA NO.70.

ELBOW

RECOMMENDED

__S HIGHLY

RECOMMENDED

FS]MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME

INSTALLATION

• installation MUSTconform to the MANUFACTUREDHOME
CONSTRUCTION& SAFETYSTANDARD,TITLE24, PART32-
80 or,when suchstandard is not applicable,with AMERICAN

NATIONALSTANDARDFORMOBILEHOME,ANSI/NFPANO.
501B.

• ThedryerMUSTbeventedtotheoutdoorswith thetermination
securelyfastenedtothe mobilehomestructure.(SeeEXHAUST

INFORMATIONsection3&4).
The vent MUSTNOT be terminated beneath a mobile or

manufactured home.
Thevent duct material MUSTBEMETAL.

Do not use sheet metal screws or other fastening devices
which extendintothe interiorof theexhaustvent.

Seesection2for electrical connectioninformation.

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Installation instructions

F_GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED

BY LOCAL CODES)

. Dryers installed in garages must be elevated 18 inches

(46 cm) above the floor.

[ZO]DRYER EXHAUST TO RIGHT, LEFT OR

BOTTOM CABINET

AWARNING - BEFOREPERFORMING

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

ANDSAVE.

ADDING NEW DUCT

FIXING

HOLE

PORTION"A"

RIGHTOR
LEFTSIDE
EXHAUST

Reconnectthe cut portion (A)ofthe duct to the blower

housing.Makesurethat the shortenedduct isalignedwith
the tab inthe base.Usethescrew saved previouslyto secure
the duct in place through the tab on the appliancebase.

ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR

EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF

CABINET

. Preassemble 4" elbow with 4" duct. Wrap duct tape

around joint.

Insert duct assembly, elbow first, through the side

opening and connect the elbow to the dryer internal
duct.

REMOVE,_
DESIRED

KNOCKOUT
(ONEONLY).

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.

Note: Only 4" round rigid metal ducting allowed inside
dryer.

FIXINGHOLE

B A

J_ 9"

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

TAB LOCATION

BENDTAB
UP45 o

CAUTION: Be sure not to pull or damage the

electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the
duct.

EXHAUSTCAN
BEADDEDTO

LEFTORRIGHTSIDE

\

DUCT

TAPE

j_

Through the rear opening, locate the tab in the middle of
the appliance base. Lift the tab to about 450 using a flat

blade screwdriver.

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Installation instructions

. Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the

dryer internal duct and the elbow.

DUCT

CAUTION:

Internal duct joints must be
secured with tape, otherwise

H hey may separate and cause

a safety hazard.

ADDING ELBOW FOR EXHAUST
THROUGH BOTTOM OF CABINET

. Insert the elbow through the rear opening and connect

it to the dryer internal duct.

. Apply duct tape on the joint between the dryer internal

duct and elbow, as shown on page 6.

J

[_CHANGING DIRECTIONOF DOOROPENING

1.Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the
hinges. With the door completely open, remove the
bottom screw from each hinge on the dryer face. Insert

these screws about half way into the TOP holes,for each

hinge on the opposite side (where you removed the filler
plugs). Apply firm pressure to get the screws started.

REMOVE/4 PLUGS AND KEEP REMOVE BOTTOM SCREW FROM EACH HINGE
FOR INSERTION INTO AND INSTALL HALF WAY INTO EACH TOP OF

THE OPPOSITE SIDE

2. Loosen the top screw from each hinge onthe dryer face
halfway. With one hand holding the top of the door and

the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door
from the dryer by lifting it UPand OFF.

LOOSEN EACH TOP HINGE
SCREW HALF WAY AND LIFT

THE DOOR UP AND OFF

OP ....

CAUTION:

Internal duct joints must be secured with tape,
otherwise they may separate and cause a
safety hazard.

ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR

OF CABINET {SIDES AND BOTTOM
EXHAUST}

PLATE
(KffWE1M454)

Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete
the exhaust system. Cover back opening with a plate
(KitWE1M454) available from your local service provider.

Placedryer in final location.

WARNING-NEVER LEAVE THE BACK

OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE. (Kit
WEIM454)

3.

Removethe blind plate from

the hinge side of the dryer

by removing itstwo screws.
Remove the strike plate

from the opposite side of the
dryer by removing its two

screws. Reinstall the plates,
on the opposite sides,using

two screws ineach plate.

4.

Rotate the door 1800. Insert the door on the opposite

side of the opening by moving the door OI/and DOWN

until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on

the top screws inserted in step 1.

ROTATE DOOR 180 ° AND HANG

5. Remove the remaining screws from the side of the

opening from which the door was removed. With these
screws secure each hinge at the bottom. Tighten the
two top screws on each hinge. Reinsert the plastic plugs

on the side from which the door was removed.

INSTALLAN D TIGHTEN BOTTOM

SCREWS AND TIGHTEN TOP

INSERT PLUGS
INTO HOLES ON
OPPOSITE SIDE

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Installation Instructions

[_ CONNECTING INLET HOSES (on some

models)

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.

1.Turn the cold water faucet off. Remove the washer inlet
hose from the washer fill valve connector (cold).

2. Ensure the rubber fiat 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 mule
coupling of the short hose. Ensurethe rubber fiat washer

isin place. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.

4. Insert the filter screen in the coupling of the washer's

inlet hose. If a rubber fiat 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 fiat 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.

6. Ensure the rubber fiat 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.

[] 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.

WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Hot and cold water faucets MUSTbe 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 MUSTbe between 10 and
120 pounds per square inch. Your water department can

advise you of your water pressure.
NOTE:Awater softener isrecommended to reduce buildup

of scale inside the steam generator if the home water
supply isvery hard.

[] SERVICING

kWARNING - LABEL ALL WIRES

PRIOR TO DISCONNECTING WHEN

SERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING

ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND
DANGEROUS OPERATION AFTER

SERVICI NG/I NSTALLATIO N.

Forservicing phone numbers for replacement parts, and

other information, refer to Owner's Manual or visit our
Web site.

REGISTERYOUR NEW APPLIANCE TO RECEIVEANY

IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTIFICATIONS.

Pleose go to www.GEAppliances.com or moil in your

Product Registrotion Cord.

For questions on installation, call: 800.626.2000 (US)or

800-561-3344 (Canada).

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