GE GTD65EBSJWS Installation Manual
Installation Electric Dryers
Instructions
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local
electrical inspector’s use.
IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and
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ordinances.
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Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s
instructions and local codes.
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Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions
with the Consumer.
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Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future
reference.
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Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a
qualified installer.
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This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
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Before the old dryer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the dryer door.
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Service information and the wiring diagram are located
in the control console.
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Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the appliance
is used near children.
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Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
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Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty
• Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F
for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
• Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct
and replace with UL-listed duct.
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WARNING
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a
qualified installer.
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Install the clothes dryer according to these
instructions and local codes.
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DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic
venting 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” later in
this manual. Flexible vent materials are known to
collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint. These
conditions will obstruct dryer airflow and increase
the risk of fire.
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DO NOT install or store this appliance in any
location where it could be exposed to water or
weather.
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To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow
all installation instructions.
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Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave
these instructions with the customer.)
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Installation Instructions
UNPACKING YOUR DRYER
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.
Remove literature and bag containing accessories.
ROUGH-IN
DIMENSIONS
27”
(68.8 cm)
30 1/2” (77.5 cm)
43 3/4”
(111.1 cm)
STEAM WATER HOSES:
GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts.
These hoses are manufactured and tested to meet GE
specifications.
GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply hoses.
Hoses degrade over time and need to be replaced every 5
years to reduce the risk of hose failures and water damage.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
43 3/4”
(111.1 cm)
4 5/8”
Side ViewFront View
4 1/4”
(10.8 cm)
Part Number Accessory
WE25X20060 Complete Kit (hoses, Y-adapter
washers) (included)
OR
WE1M847 Long Hose and
WE01X22395 Short Hose
PM14X10056 Dryer door opening vent brush
(not included)
WX14X10007 LintEater™ Dryer rotary tube brush
(not included)
(11.7 cm)
POWER CORDS:
GE strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts.
Select the power cord to fit your installation requirements.
Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Part Number Type Length Amperage
WX9X2 3-Prong 4 Feet 30
WX9X3 3-Prong 5 Feet 30
WX9X4 3-Prong 6 Feet 30
WX9X18 4-Prong 4 Feet 30
WX9X19 4-Prong 5 Feet 30
WX9X20 4-Prong 6 Feet 30
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Installation Instructions
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR
CLOSET INSTALLATION
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.
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If the 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
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the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section.
Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and
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adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
0” either side
3” front
3” rear
Minimum vertical space from dryer to overhead
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shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 1” on top.
Consideration must be given to provide adequate
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clearance for installation and service.
Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
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ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of
open area. If the closet contains both a washer
and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of
120 square inches of open area.
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED IN
THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION OF
THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER THAN 3” OF
REAR CLEARANCE.
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MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and
for air opening are: 0” both sides, 1” front and
3” rear. Consideration must be given to provide
adequate clearance for installation and service.
MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME
INSTALLATION
• Installation must conform to the
MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION AND
SAFETY STANDARD, TITLE 24, PART 32–80 or
Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH, or, when such
standard is not applicable, with AMERICAN
NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME,
ANSI/NFPA NO. 501B.
The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. The
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exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a
non-combustible portion of the mobile home.
The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a
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mobile or manufactured home.
The vent duct material MUST BE METAL.
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KIT 14-D346-33 MUST be used to attach the dryer
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securely to the structure.
The vent MUST NOT be connected to any other
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duct, vent or chimney.
Do not use sheet metal screws or other
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fastening devices which extend into the interior
of the exhaust vent.
Provide an opening with a free area of at least
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25 square inches for introduction of outside air
into the dryer room.
See the sections for electrical connection
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information.
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Installation Instructions
CONNECTING INLET HOSES
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 “Y” 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 flat washer is in place and
attach one female coupling of the short hose
onto the washer fill valve connector. Tighten by
hand until firmly seated.
3. Attach one male end of the “Y” connector to the
other female coupling of the short hose. Ensure
the rubber flat washer is in place. Tighten by
hand until firmly seated.
CONNECTING INLET HOSES
(on some models) (cont.)
7. Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an
additional two–thirds turn.
NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the couplings
may result.
4. Insert the filter screen in the coupling of the
washer’s inlet hose. If a rubber flat washer is
already in place remove it before installing the
filter screen. Attach this coupling to one male end
of the ‘’Y’’ connector. Tighten by hand until firmly
seated.
5. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and
attach the dryer’s long inlet hose to one male
end of the ‘’Y’’ connector. Tighten by hand until
firmly seated.
6. Ensure the rubber flat 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.
8. Turn the water faucet on.
9. Check for leaks around the ‘’Y’’ connector, faucet
and hose couplings.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be 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 MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds
per square inch. Your water department can
advise you of your water pressure.
NOTE: A water softener is recommended to reduce
buildup of scale inside the steam generator if the
home water supply is very hard.
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Installation Instructions
CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER
(Skip if your dryer already has a power cord attached)
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Slip-joint pliers
Flat-blade crewdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Level
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4” dia. metal elbow
3/4” strain relief
(UL recognized)
Gloves
Exhaust hood
Before making the electrical connection, turn off
the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s circuit
fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord
is unplugged from the wall.
NEVER LEAVE THE
ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
4”duct
clamps (2) or
4”spring clamps (2)
Safety glasses
4” dia. metal duct
(recommended)
4” dia., UL-listed
flexible metal duct
(if needed)
Duct tape
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.
4” Cover Plate (Kit
WE1M454)
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