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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Readthese instructions compJeteJyand carefuJly.

• IMPORTANT-Savethese instructions for local

electrical inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT- Observe all governing codes and

ordinances.

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

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leavethese instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions for future reference.

• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.

• Thisdryer 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 isnecessary when the appliance

is used near children.

• Proper installation isthe 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 U/_-Iistedduct.

- Fire Hazard

• 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 inJuryor death, follow all installation instructions.

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 the bag containing the literature.

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

28"

(71.1cm)

32" (81.3 cm) j.

4a1/2"

(113cm)

Front View

STEAM WATER HOSES:

GEstrongly recommends the useof factory specifiedparts. Thesehosesare manufactured andtested to meet GE

specifications. GEstrongly recommends the useof new water supply hoses.

Hosesdegrade overtime and need to be replaced every 5

years to reducethe risk of hose failures and water damage. Parts and Accessories

Order on-line at GEApplioncePorts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002during normal businesshours.

Pert Number WE25X20060

OR WE1H847

WE01X22395 PH14X10056

WX14X10007

(

Side View

S 314"

(14.6 cm)

Accessory Completekit(hoses,Y-adapter

washers)(included)

Longhoseand Shorthose

Dryerdooropeningventbrush (notincluded)

LintEaterTM dryerrotarytubebrush (notincluded)

4a1/2"

(113cm)

-- 3 1/2"

(8.9cm)

POWER CORDS:

GEstrongly recommends the useof factory specifiedparts. Selectthe power cord to fityour installation requirements.

Order on-line at GEApplionceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002during normal businesshours.

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

Installation Instructions

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

_- Explosion Hazard

Keepflammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,

away from dryer.

Placedryer at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for a

garage installation.

Failureto 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:

O" 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 Iouvered 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

REARCLEARANCE.

MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN

ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and

for air opening are: O" 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 SAFETYSTANDARD, TITLE 24, PART32-80 or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH, or, when such

standard is not applicable, with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME,

ANSI/NFPA NO. 502B.

, 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.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING INLET HOSES

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.

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

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.

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 (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 "Y" connector, faucet and hose couplings.

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.

Ensure the rubber flat washer is in

attach the dryer's long inlet hose to end of the "Y" connector. Tighten by

place and

one male

hand until

firmly seated.

. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in

attach the other end of the dryer's

hose to the fill valve connector at the

the dryer back panel. Tighten by hand

place and

long inlet

bottom of

until firmly

seated.

WATER SUPPLY REgUIREMENTS

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.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER

(Skip if your dryer already has a power cord attached)

TOOLS YOU WiLL NEED

OSlip-joint pliers O Phillips screwdriver

0 Flat-blade crewdriver 0 Level

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

O4" dia. metal elbow

O3/4" strain relief

(UL recognized)

OGIoves

O 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.

04" duct

clamps (2) or

4" spring clamps (2)

0 Safety glasses

04" dia. metal duct

(recommended)

O4" dia., UL-listed

flexible metal duct (if

needed)

0 Duct tape

O 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.

O4" Cover Plate (Kit

WE1H454)

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN

ELECTRICDRYER{cont.}

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

For electrical connections using a power cord:

- Fire Hazard

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.

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.

Improper connection of the

equipment-grounding conductor

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

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

For direct wire connections:

- Fire Hazard

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.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a permanently connected dryer: This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment- grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment- grounding terminal on the appliance.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor

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.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE

CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION)

NOTE:Since January !, 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 NOTfor use on new construction.

REMOVEGROUNDSTRAPAND DISCARD.KEEPGREEN GROUNDSCREW

hite)

SCREWS(3),_

COVER

4#1OAWGMINIMUMCOPPERCONDUCTORSOR120/240V30APOWER

SUPPLYCORDKITMARKEDFORUSEWFH DRYERS& PROVIDEDWITHCLOSED LOOPORSPADETERMINALSWITHUPTURNEDENDS(NOTSUPPLIED[

_ ' NEUTRAL

_ HERE

i GREEN

HOT

WIRE

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. 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 L1and 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.

RELOCATE GROUNDSCREW

WIRE

RELIEF

BRACKET

RECOGNIZED STRAINRELIEF

HOT

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.

GROUNDSTRAP GREENGROUNDSCREW

SCREWS(])

HOT

WIRE

COVER

B#i0AWG MINIMUMCOPPER CONDUCTORSOR120/240V30APOWER

SUPPLYCORDKITMARKEDFORUSE WFH DRYERS&PROVIDEDWITHCLOSED

LOOPORSPADETERMINALSWITH UPTURNEDENDS(NOTSUPPLIED),

3-wire Connection Not for usein Canada.

DO NOTuse 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 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 L! 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.

NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL

BLOCK.

NEUTRAL(White)

(_ HOT

RELIEF BRACKET

RECOGNIZED

STRAINRELIEF

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER

- Fire Hazard

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-LISTEDtransition 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

IZ1Phillips-head

screwdriver

17Duct tape or

duct clamp

0 Rigid or UL-listed

flexible metal 4" (10.2 cm) duct

PARTS AVAILABLE FROM LOCAL SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

. Rigid Metal Duct Components

WX8×63 4 x I Duct W×8×64 4 x 2 Duct

W×8×51 4 Elbow WX8×S9 4 Aluminum Hood

, Flexible Metal Duct Components

W×8×58 4 Clamps (2) W×8XS9 4 Aluminum Hood

W×08×10077 6 UL-Listed, Flexible Metal (Semi-Rigid)

Duct, 2 Clamps, 2 Close Elbows

WE1M4S4 Cover rear exhaust opening

0 Drill with 1/8" drill bit

(for bottom venting)

IZ1Hacksaw

17Vent hood

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE

VENT

RIGID HETAL TRANSITIONDUCT

• Forbest drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct isrecommended.

• Rigidmetal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing and kinking.

UL-LISTEDFLEXIBLEMETAL CLOTHESDRYER

TRANSITIONDUCT

If rigid metal cannot be used, then UL-LISTEDflexible metal clothes dryer transition duct (GE parts -

PMO8XlO085, WXO8XlO085 or WXO8XlO077) 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).

• Formany 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-LISTEDFLEXIBLEMETAL (FOIL-TYPE)TRANSITION DUCT

• Inspecial installations, it may be necessary to connect the dryer to the home exhaust vent using flexible metal (foil-type) transition duct. UL-LISTEDuniWrsal flexible dryer transition duct (GEparts - PM8X7] or WX8X7])

may be used ONLYin 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.

InCanada and the United States, only transition ducts that comply with "UL2158A STANDARDFORCLOTHES

DRYERTRANSITION DUCT"shall be used.

• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.

• Forbest drying performance:

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

2.Secure the duct with aclamp.

]. With the dryer in its permanent position, extend

the duct to its full length. Allow 2" of duct to 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.

Installation Instructions

,DO cut duct as short

as possible and install straight into wall.

(

• DONOTbend _->_ ,DONOTuse

ducting. Use exhaust elbows if turns length. Cut

or collapse _ excessive are necessary, 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.

EXHAUST LENGTH

FOR NORMAL VENT MODELS

RECOMMENDEDMAXIMUMLENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

Recommended

Use only for short

run installations

4" DIA.

,DO use elbows when

turns are necessary.

_ Elbows

• DO NOT _,DO NOT crush duct _lx_" set dryer

against the _%_ I on duct. wall.

The HAXIHUH 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).

EXHAUST LENGTH

FOR LONG VENT MODELS

RECOMMENDEDMAXIMUM LENGTH

Exhaust HoodTypes

Recommended run installations

Use only for short

No. of 90° Rigid Rigid

Elbows Metal Metal

0 90 Feet 60 Feet 1 60 Feet 45 Feet 2 45 Feet 55 Feet 5 55 Feet 25 Feet 4 25 Feet 15 Feet

1_2-1/2"

No.of 90°

Elbows

0 1 2

Rigid

Metal

150 Feet

15S Feet 125 Feet 115 Feet 105 Feet

95 Feet

4" DIA.

I_ 2-1/2"

Rigid

Metal

125 Feet 115 Feet 105 Feet

95 Feet 85 Feet

75 Feet

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