GE GTDP301EL, GRDN510EMWS, GTDP300EMWS, GTDP301ELWS, PTDS650EMWT Installation Instructions Manual

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 qualied 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.

• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with exible plastic ducting materials.
If exible 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” on page 5 of this manual.
Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed,
and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct dryer airow and increase
the risk of re.

• 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).

NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer requires basic
mechanical and electrical skills. It is your responsibility to

contact a qualied installer to make the electrical connections.

Installation
Instructions

Electric Dryer

05

Questions on Installation? Call: 1-800-GECARES (US)

or Visit our Web site at: www.GEAppliances.com (US)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•IMPORTANT- Save these instructions for

local inspector’s use.

•IMPORTANT- Observe all governing codes

and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these
instructions with the customer.

• Note to Customer - Keep these instructions
with your Use and Care Book for future
reference.

• Before the old dryer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the dryer door.

• Inspect the dryer exhaust outlet and straighten
the outlet walls if they are bent.

• Service information and the wiring dia-gram
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.

TOOLS YOU

WILL NEED

PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

SLIP JOINT PLIERS

LEVEL

FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

GLOVES

SAFETY

GLASSES

DRYER POWER

CORD KIT

(NOT PROVIDED

WITH DRYER)

4" DUCT

CLAMPS (2)

OR

4" SPRING

CLAMPS (2)

EXHAUST

HOOD

3/4" STRAIN

RELIEF

UL RECOGNIZED

4" DIA. METAL

ELBOW

UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT

(IF NEEDED)

4" DIA. METAL DUCT

(RECOMMENDED)

UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT

(IF NEEDED.)

DUCT TAPE

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 (IF NEEDED

(KIT WE1M454)

234D1113P001 31-16224-1 07/07/10 GE

Step 1 Prepare the Area and Exhaust for Installation of
New Dryer (see section 1).
Step 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is
Clean (see section 1) and Meets Attached Installation
Specications (see section 3).
Step 3 Remove the Foam Shipping Pads (see section 1).
Step 4 Move the Dryer to the Desired Location.
Step 5 Connect the Power Supply (see section 2).
Step 6 Connect the External Exhaust (see section 4).
Step 7 Level Your Dryer (see section 5).

Step 8 Check the Operation of the Power Supply
and Venting.
Step 9 Place the Owners Manual and the 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.
For side or bottom exhaust, see section 9.

Installation Instructions

2

Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation

Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0 in. clearance both sides and 1 in. rear.
Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.

1

PREPARING 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.

2

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION

WARNING - TO REDUCE THE 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 ELECTRICAL
CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.

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:Only a 4-conductor cord shall 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.

1. Turn o 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) completely.

8. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

9. Reinstall the cover.

L1

N

L2

RELOCATE GREEN
GROUND SCREW
HERE

STRAIN
RELIEF
BRACKET

GREEN OR
YELLOW WIRE

3/4", UL
RECOGNIZED
STRAIN RELIEF

HOT
WIRE

SCREWS
(3)

HOT
WIRE

COVER

NEUTRAL
(White)

REMOVE GROUND STRAP
AND DISCARD. KEEP GREEN
GROUND SCREW

4 #10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER
CONDUCTORS OR 120/240V 30A POWER
SUPPLY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE
WITH DRYERS & PROVIDED WITH
CLOSED LOOP OR SPADE TERMINALS
WITH UPTURNED ENDS (NOT SUPPLIED).

INTERNAL DUCT
OPENING

CHECK THA T EXHAUST
HOOD DAMPER OPENS
AND CLOSES FREELY.

WALL

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.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This dryer must be connected to an individual
branch circuit, protected by the required time-delay
fuses or circuit breakers. A four or three-wire, single
phase, 120/240V or 120/208V, 60Hz, 30 amp circuit
is required. If the electric supply does not meet the
above specications, then call a licensed electrician.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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.

WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

Installation Instructions

3

CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE
CONNECTION

1. Turn o 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) completely.

7. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

8. Reinstall the cover.

L1

L2

STRAIN RELIEF
BRACKET

3/4", UL
RECOGNIZED
STRAIN RELIEF

HOT
WIRE

HOT
WIRE

GROUND
STRAP

GREEN
GROUND
SCREW

NEUTRAL
(White)

SCREWS
(3)

IF REQUIRED, BY LOCAL CODE,
INS T ALL EXTERNAL GROUND
(NOT PROVIDED) TO GROUNDED
ME TAL, COLD WATER PIPE, OR
OTHER ESTABLISHED GROUND
DETERMINED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.

COVER

3 #10 A WG MINIMUM COPPER
CONDUCTORS OR 120/240V 30A POWER
SUPP LY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE
WITH D RYERS & PROVIDED WITH CLOSED
LOOP OR SPADE TERMINALS WITH
UPTURNED ENDS (NOT SUPPLIED).

3

EXHAUST INFORMATION

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 ow 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 12 in. 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
exhaust hood.

TURNS OTHER THAN 90º

• One turn of 45º or less may be ignored.

• Two 45º turns should be treated as one 90º turn.

• Each turn over 45º should be treated as one 90º turn.

WARNING - IN CANADA AND IN

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

Using exhaust longer than specied length will:

• Increase the drying times and the energy cost.

• Reduce the dryer life.

• Accumulate lint, creating a potential re 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 ALLOWABLE duct 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 is shown in the table
below.

EXHAUST LENGTH

4" DIA.

4"

4" DIA.

4" DIA.

2-1/2"

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

Recommended

No. of 90º

Elb ows

Rigid
Metal

Rigid
Metal

90 Feet
60 Feet
45 Feet
35 Feet
25 Feet

0
1
2
3
4

60 Feet
45 Feet
35 Feet
25 Feet
15 Feet

Use only for sho rt

run installations

WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.