GE GTD65EBSJWS Installation Manual

Installation Electric Dryers
Instructions

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WARNING

CAUTION

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.

•

Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s

instructions and local codes.

•

Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions

with the Consumer.

•

Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future

reference.

•

Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a

qualified installer.

•

This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.

•

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.

•

Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

•

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.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING

• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a

qualified installer.

•

Install the clothes dryer according to these

instructions and local codes.

•

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.

•

DO NOT install or store this appliance in any

location where it could be exposed to water or
weather.

•

To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow

all installation instructions.

•

Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave

these instructions with the customer.)

.

- Fire Hazard

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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.

•

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

•
the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section.

Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and

•
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:

0” either side
3” front
3” rear

Minimum vertical space from dryer to overhead

•
shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 1” on 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 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.

- Explosion Hazard

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

•
exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a
non-combustible portion of the mobile home.

The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a

•
mobile or manufactured home.

The vent duct material MUST BE METAL.

•

KIT 14-D346-33 MUST be used to attach the dryer

•
securely to the structure.

The vent MUST NOT be connected to any other

•
duct, vent or chimney.

Do not use sheet metal screws or other

•
fastening devices which extend into the interior
of the exhaust vent.

Provide an opening with a free area of at least

•
25 square inches for introduction of outside air
into the dryer room.

See the sections for electrical connection

•
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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Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.)

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

For electrical connections using a
power cord:

WARNING

Use a new UL-listed 240V 30 amp dryer power supply
cord with closed ring terminals or spade terminals with
upturned ends.

Use a UL-listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical

connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center

terminal.
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to

green ground connector.
Connect remaining two supply wires to remaining two

terminals.
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Replace the terminal block cover.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical

shock.

- Fire Hazard

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer

must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. This dryer uses a
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.

WARNING

can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a
qualified electrician, or service representative or
personnel, if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded. DO NOT modify the
plug on the power supply cord. If it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

For direct wire connections:

WARNING

Use 10 gauge copper wire.
Use a UL-listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical

connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center

terminal.
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to

green ground connector.
Connect remaining two supply wires to remaining two

terminals.
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Replace the terminal block cover.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical

shock.

- Fire Hazard

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a permanently connected dryer: This

dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment­grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment­grounding terminal on the appliance.

WARNING

can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a
qualified electrician, or service representative or
personnel, if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor

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Installation Instructions

CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE
CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION)

NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code

requires that new constructions use a 4-wire connection
to an electric dryer. A 4-wire cord must also be used where
local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral.

3-wire connection is NOT for use on new construction.

Remove ground strap
and discard. Keep
green ground screw

Screws
(2)

Neutral
(white)

Screw

Cover

4 #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply
cord kit marked for use with dryers and provided with closed loop or
spade terminals with upturned ends (not supplied).

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
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) securely.

8. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

9. Reinstall the cover.

NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL
BLOCK.

Hot
Wire

Fuse

Strain
Relief
Bracket

Hot
Wire

Relocate
green
ground
screw
here

Green
Wire

3/4” UL
Recognized
Strain Relief

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

Screws
(2)

Neutral
(white)

Screw

Hot
Wire

Fuse

Cover

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

Strain
Relief
Bracket

3-wire Connection

Not for use in Canada.
DO NOT use for Mobile Home Installations.
NOT for use on new construction.
NOT for use on recreational vehicles.
NOT for 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
receptacle.

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.

3/4” UL
Recognized
Strain Relief

NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL
BLOCK.

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Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER

WARNING

This dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors.
Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home

exhaust vent.
Use only 4” rigid metal or UL-LISTED transition duct

to connect the dryer to the home exhaust duct.

DO NOT use a plastic vent.
DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust,

gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or
concealed space of a building.

DO NOT install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.
DO NOT use duct longer than specified in the

exhaust length table.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death or fire.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL
NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT

 Phillips-head

screwdriver

Duct tape or



duct clamp

Rigid or UL-listed



flexible metal 4”
(10.2 cm) duct

PARTS AVAILABLE FROM LOCAL
SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

• Rigid Metal Duct Components

WX8X63 4 x 1 Duct
WX8X64 4 x 2 Duct
WX8X51 4 Elbow
WX8X59 4 Aluminum Hood

Flexible Metal Duct Components

•

WX8X58 4 Clamps (2)
WX8X59 4 Aluminum Hood
WX08X10077 6 UL-Listed, Flexible Metal (Semi-Rigid)

Duct, 2 Clamps, 2 Close Elbows

WE1M454 Cover rear exhaust opening

- Fire Hazard

Drill with 1/8” drill bit



(for bottom venting)



Hacksaw

Vent hood



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 CLOTHES DRYER
TRANSITION DUCT

•

If rigid metal cannot be used, then UL-LISTED flexible

metal clothes dryer transition duct (GE parts –
PM08X10085, WX08X10085 or WX08X10077) can be
used.

Never install transition duct in walls, ceilings, floors or

•
other enclosed spaces.

Total length of transition duct should not exceed

•
8’ (2.4 m).

• For many applications, installing elbows at both
the dryer and the wall is highly recommended (see
illustrations at right). 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 home exhaust vent using flexible metal
(foil-type) transition duct. UL–LISTED universal flexible
dryer transition duct (GE parts – PM8X73 or WX8X73)
may be used ONLY in installations where rigid metal or
flexible metal transition 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 transition ducts

•
that comply with “UL 2158A STANDARD FOR CLOTHES
DRYER TRANSITION DUCT” shall be used.

Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.

•

For best drying performance:

•

1. Slide one end of the duct over the clothes dryer
outlet pipe.

2. Secure the duct with a clamp.

3. With the dryer in its permanent position, extend

”

the duct to its full length. Allow 2
overlap the exhaust pipe. Cut off and remove
excess duct. Keep the duct as straight as
possible for maximum airflow.

4. Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the
other clamp.

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of duct to

Installation Instructions

• DO cut duct as short
as possible and install
straight into wall.

DO use elbows when

•
turns are necessary.

Elbows

• DO NOT bend
or collapse
ducting. Use
elbows if turns
are necessary.

• DO NOT use
excessive
exhaust
length. Cut
duct as short
as possible.

EXHAUST LENGTH

Using exhaust longer than specified length will:

• Increase the drying times and the energy cost.

• Reduce the 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.

The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE length of the exhaust
system depends upon the type of duct, number of
turns, the type of exhaust hood (wall cap) and all
conditions noted on the chart.

• Internal elbows added for side or bottom vent

conversions must be included in the total elbow
count.

• Any elbow greater than 45° should be treated as

a 90° elbow.

• Two 45° elbows will be treated like one 90°

elbow.

• For every additional 90° elbow, reduce the

allowable vent system length by 10 feet.

• When calculating the total vent system length,

you must add all the straight portions and
elbows of the system (including the transition
duct).

No. of 90°

Elbows

0
1
2
3
4

• DO NOT
crush duct
against the

.

wall

EXHAUST LENGTH

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

Recommended

4" DIA.

4"

Rigid

Metal

120 Feet
100 Feet

85 Feet
70 Feet
60 Feet
55 Feet 35 Feet5

4" DIA.

Use only for short

run installations

• DO NOT
set dryer
on duct

4" DIA.

Rigid

Metal

90 Feet
75 Feet
65 Feet
55 Feet
45 Feet

.

2-1/2"

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Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST

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 airflow and should require little or no
maintenance to prevent clogging.

•

Wall caps must be installed at least 12” 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 dampened wall cap.

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.

•

Duct joints should be made air- and moisture-tight

by wrapping the overlapped joints with duct tape or
aluminum tape.

•

Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners
that extend into the duct. These fasteners can
accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.

• Horizontal runs should slope down towards the
outdoors 1/4” per foot.

•

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.

INSULATION

•

Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or is

near air conditioning should be insulated to reduce
condensation and lint buildup.

STANDARD REAR EXHAUST

We recommend that you install your dryer before
installing your washer. This will permit direct
access for easier exhaust connection.

Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back of the
dryer and secure with duct tape or a duct clamp.

EXTERNAL DUCT

OPENING

DUCT TAPE OR
DUCT CLAM

4" METAL DUCT CU
TO PROPER LENGTH

P

T

DUCT TAPE OR
DUCT CLAM

P

NOTE: We strongly recommend using rigid metal
exhaust duct. However, if flexible ducting is used it
must be UL-Listed metal, not plastic.

• For straight-line installation, connect the dryer
exhaust to the wall, using duct tape or a duct
clamp.

RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO
MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE

Using duct elbows will prevent duct kinking and
collapsing.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

• Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil
duct and replace with UL-listed duct.

Remove any lint from the wall exhaust opening.

•

Wall

Internal
Duct
Opening

Check that exhaust
hood damper opens
and closes freely.

Transition
Ducting

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Installation Instructions

SIDE OR BOTTOM VENTING

WARNING

Close the back opening with cover plate (Kit
WE1M454).

Disconnect dryer from electrical supply.
Wear gloves and arm guards.
Failure to do so may result in fire, electrical shock

or lacerations.

Right

Remove
screw
and
save

Bottom

Detach and remove the right, left or bottom
knockout as desired. Remove the screw inside the
dryer exhaust duct and save. Pull the duct out of
the dryer.

- Fire Hazard

Left

Remove desired
knockout (one only)

Fixing hole

A

TAB LOCATION

BEND TAB

o

UP 45

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

using a flat-blade screwdriver.

45°,

ADDING A NEW DUCT

Fixing
hole

Right or left
side exhaust

Reconnect the cut portion (A) of the duct to the
blower housing. Make sure that the shortened
duct is aligned with the tab in the base. Use the
screw saved previously to secure the duct in place
through the tab on the appliance base.

Portion “A”

ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO
LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET

9-1/2” (24.13cm)

For models GTD60, GTD65 and GTD68 only, use the
dimension below.

Fixing hole

A

10-1/2” (26.67cm)

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

Exhaust can
be added to
left or right

• 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.

Be sure not to pull or damage the electrical wires
inside the dryer when inserting the duct.

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Duct
tape

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

SIDE OR BOTTOM VENTING (cont.)

ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO
LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET (cont.)

• Apply duct tape as
shown on the joint
between the dryer
internal duct and the
elbow, and also the joint
between the elbow and
the side duct.

Use 4” rigid metal ducting only inside the dryer.
Internal duct joints must be secured with tape,
otherwise they 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 as

shown on the joint
between the dryer
internal duct and the
elbow, and also the
joint between the
elbow and the bottom
duct.

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

Duct tape

ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET

DUCT
TAPE

FINAL SETUP

1

LEVEL THE DRYER

Stand the dryer upright near the final location and
adjust the four leveling legs at the corners to ensure
that the dryer is level from side to side and front to
rear.

Raise

2

PLUG DRYER IN

3

DRYER START-UP

Lower

Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.

Plate
(Kit WE1M454)

Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to
complete the exhaust system. Cover back opening
with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from your
local service provider. Place dryer in final location.

NEVER LEAVE THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE
PLATE.

(Kit WE1M454.)

Press the Power button.

Power

NOTE: If the dryer has been exposed to
temperatures below freezing for an extended
period of time, allow it to warm up before pressing
Power. Otherwise, the display will not come on.

The dryer is now ready for use.

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Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR

ABOUT REVERSING THE DOOR

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Read the instructions all the way through before
starting.

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid
using them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratch work surface for the door.

• Normal completion time to reverse the door
swing is 30–60 minutes.

IMPORTANT:

Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door
swing reversal is completed. These instructions are
for changing the hinges from the right side to the left
side - if you ever want to switch them back to the
right side, follow these same instructions and reverse
all references to the left and right.

Tools needed:

 Standard #2 Phillips screwdriver
 Tape-tipped putty knife
 Small flat blade screwdriver

REVERSING THE DOOR - SOLID DOOR

A

MODELS (cont.)

2

Remove the bottom screw from each hinge (right

side) and partially insert them into each top hinge
hole on the left side.

NOTE: All 4 front panel hinge screws will now be in

the top hinge holes - 2 on the left and 2 on the right.

3

Loosen each top hinge screw on right side. Remove

the door and place it on a protective flat surface to
avoid any damage.

Before you start

Unplug the dryer from its
electrical outlet

Choose the REVERSING THE DOOR instructions

or B for your model.

A

REVERSING THE DOOR - SOLID DOOR

A

MODELS

Open the door approximately 130 degrees. With a

1

putty knife, remove the 4 plastic caps located along
the left side of the front panel and set them aside.

Plastic Cap (4)

Loosen each top
hinge screw on
right side

4

Remove both the blind plate and the strike plate and

install them in opposite positions.

Blind
plate

Strike
plate

Left side of
front panel

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Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR (cont.)

REVERSING THE DOOR - SOLID DOOR

A

MODELS (cont.)

5

Mount the door on the 2 upper left side hinge screws

installed in step 2. Move the hinge screws loosened in
step 3 into the lower left side screw holes and firmly
tighten all 4 screws.

Hang door and
tighten screws

Door

6

Install the 4 plastic caps removed in step 1 into the 4

right side front panel holes.

Plastic Cap (4)

Right side of
front panel

NOTE: To return the door to the original setup, follow
these instructions, swapping “left” and “right”.

When you finish

Plug the dryer back into
its electrical outlet.

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Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR - GLASS PANEL

B

DOOR MODELS

Open the door approximately 130 degrees. With a

1

putty knife, remove the 4 plastic caps located along
the left side of the front panel and set them aside.

Plastic Cap (4)

REVERSING THE DOOR - GLASS PANEL

B

DOOR MODELS (cont.)

4

Remove both the blind plate and the strike plate and

install them in the opposite positions.

Blind
plate

Left side of
front panel

2

Remove the bottom screw from each hinge (right

side) and partially insert them into each top hinge
hole on the left side.

NOTE: All 4 front panel hinge screws will now be in

the top hinge holes - 2 on the left and 2 on the right.

3

Loosen each top hinge screw on right side. Remove

the door and place it on a protective flat surface to
avoid any damage.

Loosen each top
hinge screw on
right side

5

Remove the 4 door hinge screws, 6 inside screws and

2 pocket screws. Lift the inner door upwards using a
flat blade screwdriver.

Door

hinge

screws

Inside

screws

Pocket screws

Inner door

Outer door

Inside
screw

Inside

screws

Strike
plate

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Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR (cont.)

REVERSING THE DOOR - GLASS PANEL

B

DOOR MODELS (cont.)

6

Remove and swap the 2 plastic caps and the 2

hinges.

Install plastic caps

from oposite side

here

Plastic

caps

Inner door

Hinges

7

Rotate the outer door 180 degrees, mount the inner

door back into the outer door frame and secure with
the screws removed in step 5. Make sure you mount
the hinges on the side opposite the pocket.

Inside

screws

Pocket screws

Install hinges from

oposite side

here

Door

hinge

screws

Inside screw

REVERSING THE DOOR - GLASS PANEL

B

DOOR MODELS (cont.)

8

Mount the assembled door on the 2 upper left side

hinge screws installed in step 2. Move the hinge
screws loosened in step 2 into the lower left side
screw holes and firmly tighten all 4 screws.

Hang door and
tighten screws

Door

9

Install the 4 plastic caps removed in step 1 into the 4

right side front panel holes.

Plastic Cap (4)

Inside
screw

Inside
screw

Inner door

Outer door

Rotate outer
door 180°

Inside
screw

Right side of
front panel

NOTE: To return the door to the original setup, follow
these instructions, swapping “left” and “right”.

When you finish

Plug the dryer back into
its electrical outlet.

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