GE GTX22GASKWW, GTX52EASPWB, GTX52GASPWB Installation Manual

Installation

Dryers

Instructions

Questions? Call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

WARNING

IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local electrical

inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT –

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.

• 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.

• Service information and the wiring diagram are located
in the control console.

Observe all governing codes and

- Risk of Fire

• 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 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 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.)

FOR GAS DRYERS ONLY

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
the following installation instructions apply:

• Installation must be performed by a qualified or

licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified
or licensed by the State.

• If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.

• A flexible gas connector, when used, must not

exceed 4 feet.

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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

Cubic

Foot

6.2

7.2

7.4

7.4

(with

Riser)

XY

43 3/8”

(110 cm)

43 3/8”

(110 cm)

43 3/4”

(111 cm)

45 1/2”

(116 cm)

26 3/4”

(68 cm)

29 1/2”

(75 cm)

30 1/2”

(78 cm)

30 1/2”

(78 cm)

27”

(68.8 cm)

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STEAM WATER HOSES (for steam dryer models only):

GE Appliances strongly recommends the use of factory
specified parts. These hoses are manufactured and tested
to meet GE Appliances specifications.

GE Appliances strongly recommends the use of new water
supply hoses. Hoses degrade over time and need to be
replaced every 5
and water damage.

Parts and Accessories

Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com, 24 hours a day
or by phone at 877.959.8688 during normal business hours.

years to reduce the risk of hose failures

Part Number Accessory

WE25X20060

WE49X25794

WE1M847 Long Hose

OR SEPARATELY

WE1M847 Long Hose and
WE1M848 Short Hose

Y

X

Side ViewFront View

4 1/4”

(10.8 cm)

Complete Kit (hoses, Y-adapter, washers)

or

Kit (Short hose, Y-adapter, washers)

and

4 5/8”

(11.7 cm)

or

6 1/2”

(16.5 cm)

with Riser

ACCESSORIES:

Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com, 24 hours a day or
by phone at 877.959.8688 during normal business hours.

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Part Number Accessory

PM14X10056

WX14X10007

PM08X10085

Dryer door opening vent brush
LintEater™ Dryer rotary tube brush
Flexible Metal Dryer Transition Duct

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.

• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors.

• Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:

0” either side
0” rear
0” front
1” 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 AT
THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION
OF THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER THAN
1” OF REAR CLEARANCE.

Gas Dryers Only:

• No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in
the same closet as a gas dryer.

• The dryer must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping during pressure testing at pressures
greater than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).

• A 1/8 inch NPT minimum plugged tapping,
accessible for test gauge connection, must be
installed immediately upstream of the gas supply
connection to the dryer.

- Explosion Hazard

MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and
for air opening are: 0” both sides, 0” rear and 1” top.
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 3280 or STANDARD
FOR MOBILE HOMES CAN/CSA-Z240 MH, or,
when such standards are 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 (for steam dryer models only)

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 new inlet hoses; 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
provided 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 (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 a 4 ft. to 6 ft. long water inlet hose (may
need to be purchased separately) 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

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CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers)

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

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10” Adjustable

wrenches (2)

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8” Pipe wrench

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Flat-blade

screwdriver

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Slip-joint pliers

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Level

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

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4” dia. metal elbow

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Pipe compound or

PTFE tape

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Flexible gas line

connector

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Gloves

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Soap solution for

leak detection

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Exhaust hood

• Before beginning the installation, 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.

• Turn the dryer’s gas shut-off valve in the supply line
to the OFF position.

Shut-off
Valve

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Duct clamps (2) or

Spring clamps (2)

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Safety glasses

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4” dia. metal duct

(recommended)

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4” dia., UL-listed

flexible metal duct
(if needed)

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Duct tape

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Gas pipe adapters (2),

elbow and pipe plug

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4” Cover Plate

(Kit WE49X22606)
(if needed)

• Disconnect and discard old flexible gas connector
and ducting material.

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Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)

GAS REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

• Use a new CSA International approved flexible
gas supply line. Never reuse old flexible
connectors.

• Install an individual manual shut-off valve within

6ft. of the dryer in accordance with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

• Securely tighten all gas connections.

• If connected to LP gas, have a qualified
person make sure gas pressure DOES NOT
exceed 13” water column.

• Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel, authorized gas
company personnel, and authorized service
personnel.

• Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.

• The installation must conform with local codes,
or in the absence of local codes, with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,
or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code, CSA B149.1.

- Explosion Hazard

GAS SUPPLY

• A 1/8” National Pipe Taper thread plugged
tapping, accessible for test gauge connection,
must be installed immediately upstream of the
gas supply connection to the dryer. Contact your
local gas utility should you have questions on the
installation of the plugged tapping.

• Supply line is to be 1/2” rigid pipe and equipped
with an accessible shutoff within 6 feet of, and in
the same room with, the dryer.

• Use pipe thread compound appropriate for
natural or LP gas or use PTFE tape.

• Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and
gas supply.

WARNING

FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS ONLY

Dryer as produced by manufacturer is to be used
only with a natural gas supply. A manufacturer­supplied conversion kit is required to convert this
dryer for propane gas supply. Use propane
conversion kit WE25X217
made by properly trained and qualified personnel
in accordance with local codes and ordinances.

- Fire Hazard

gas

. Conversion must be

DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION

1-7/8"

3-1/8"

3/8" NPT MALE THREAD GAS SUPPLY

NOTE: Add to vertical dimension
the distance between cabinet
bottom to floor.

You must use with this dryer a flexible metal connector
(listed connector ANSI Z21.24 / CSA 6.10). The length
of the connect shall not exceed 4 feet.

ADJUSTING FOR ELEVATION

• Gas clothes dryers input ratings are based on
sea level operation and need not be adjusted
for operation at or below 2000 ft. elevation. For
operation at elevations above 2000 ft., input
ratings should be reduced at a rate of 4 percent
for each 1000 ft. above sea level.

• Installation must conform to local codes and
ordinances or, in their absence, the NATIONAL
FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223.

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Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO
THE GAS SUPPLY

Install a female 3/8” NPT elbow at the end of

A

the dryer gas inlet.

Install a 3/8” flare union adapter to the female

elbow.

IMPORTANT: Use a pipe wrench to securely

hold on to the end of the dryer gas inlet to
prevent twisting the inlet.

NOTE: Apply pipe compound or PTFE tape to

the threads of the adapter and dryer gas inlet.

New Metal
Flexible Gas
Line Connector

Adapter

Elbow

Items not supplied

3/8” NPT

Attach the flexible metal gas line connector to

B

the adapter.

Adapter

1/8” NPT
Pipe Plug for
Checking Gas
Inlet Pressure

Shut-Off Valve

Pipe size at
least 1/2”

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO
THE GAS SUPPLY (cont.)

Install a 1/8” NPT plugged tapping to the

D

dryer gas line shut-off valve for checking gas
inlet pressure.

Install a flare union adapter to the plugged

tapping.

NOTE: Apply pipe compound or PTFE tape

to the threads of the adapter and plugged
tapping.

Apply pipe compound
or PTFE tape to all
male threads.

Shut-Off
Valve

Tighten all connections, using two adjustable

E

wrenches. Do not overtighten.

Plugged
Tapping

Apply pipe compound to the
adapter and dryer gas inlet

Tighten the flexible gas line connection, using

C

two adjustable wrenches.

Open the gas shut-off valve.

F

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Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)

TEST FOR LEAKS

Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks.

Check all connections for leaks with soapy solution or
equivalent.

Apply a soap solution. The leak test solution must not
contain ammonia, which could cause damage to the
brass fittings.

If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the joint
and repeat the soap test.

Open Gas
Valve

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS

WARNING

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

DO NOT remove ground prong.
DO NOT use an adapter.
DO NOT use an extension cord.

Failure to do so can result in death, fire or
electrical shock.

• Circuit – Individual properly polarized and grounded
15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

• Power Supply – 2-wire plus ground, 120 Volt, single
phase, 60 Hz, alternating current.

• Outlet Receptacle – Properly grounded 3-prong
receptacle to be located
so the power cord is
accessible when the dryer
is in an installed position.
If a 2-prong receptacle is
present, it is the owner’s
responsibility to have a
licensed electrician replace
it with a properly grounded 3-prong grounding type
receptacle.

- Electrical Shock Hazard

Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS
(cont.)

• Dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence
of local codes, with the latest edition of the
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA
NO. 70 or CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE, CSA
C22.1. Check with a licensed electrician if you are
not sure that the dryer is properly grounded.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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 electric 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

• If required by local codes, an external 18 gauge or
larger copper ground wire (not provided) may be
added. Attach to dryer cabinet with a #8-18 x 1/2”
sheet metal screw (available at any hardware store)
to rear of dryer as illustrated.

Ground
Screw

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Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor

Installation Instructions

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CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER

(Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached)

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

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Flat-blade

screwdriver

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Phillips

screwdriver

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Slip-joint pliers

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Level

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

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4” dia. metal elbow

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3/4” Strain relief

(UL recognized)

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4” Duct clamps (2) or

4” spring clamps (2)

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Safety glasses

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4” dia. metal duct

(recommended)

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Gloves

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Exhaust hood

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Duct tape

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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.

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.

POWER CORDS

GE Appliances strongly recommends the use of
factory specified parts. Select the power cord to fit your
installation requirements.

NOTE: If your dryer circuit is on a circuit protected by a
GFCI breaker, then 3-wire installation is not permitted.
House wiring and dryer must be configured for 4-wire.

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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4” dia., UL-listed

flexible metal duct
(if needed)

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4” Cover Plate

(Kit WE49X22606)
(if needed)

Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com, 24 hours
a day or by phone at 877.959.8688 during normal
business hours.

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Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC
DRYERS

For electrical connections using a
power cord:

NOTE: If your dryer circuit is on a circuit protected by a

GFCI breaker, then 3-wire installation is not permitted.
House wiring and dryer must be configured for 4-wire.

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 equipment­grounding 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 electric 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 solid 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 electric 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 AN ELECTRIC DRYER

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

Hot
Wire

Strain
Relief
Bracket

Relocate
green
ground
screw
here

Green
Wire

3/4” UL
Recognized
Strain Relief

CONNECTING DRYER USING
3-WIRE CONNECTION

NOTE: If your dryer circuit is on a circuit protected by a

GFCI breaker, then 3-wire installation is not permitted.
House wiring and dryer must be configured for 4-wire.

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

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 dryer cord is unplugged from wall receptacle.

3. Remove 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.

NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE
TERMINAL BLOCK.

3/4” UL
Recognized
Strain Relief

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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER

WARNING

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

exhaust duct.
Use only 4” rigid metal or UL-listed dryer

transition duct to connect the dryer to the
home exhaust.

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 install a booster fan in 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

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Phillips-head

screwdriver

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Duct tape or

duct clamp

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Rigid or UL-listed flexible

metal 4” (10.2 cm) duct

- Fire Hazard

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Drill with 1/8” drill bit

(for bottom venting)

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Hacksaw

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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 Appliances
part – PM08X10085) 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 in next section). 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 Appliances 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.

PARTS AVAILABLE FROM
GEAPPLIANCEPARTS.COM OR
LOCAL SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

PM8X85
PM08X10085

WX08X10130
WE49X22606

Outdoor exhaust hood
8’ Flexible metal clothes dryer transition

duct with 2 clamps
4” Dryer exhaust clamp
Rear exhaust opening cover, for side or

bottom vented dryers

• 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”
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.

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