GE GUD24ESSM1WW, GUD27ESSM1WW, GUD27GSSM1WW Installation Guide

Installation

Unitized Washer/Dryer

Instructions

See your Owner’s Manual for details on how to contact us regarding installation questions

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local electrical

inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT –

ordinances.

• Install the appliance 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.

• Appliance installation must be performed by a qualified installer.

• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.

• Before the old appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the washer and dryer doors.

• 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 appliance where the temperature is above 50°F for satisfactory operation of the appliance 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 at the access panel.

Observe all governing codes and

WARNING

• Appliance installation must be performed by a qualified installer.

• Install the appliance 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.

- Fire Hazard

PARTS SUPPLIED

1 Cable Tie

2 Washer Hoses

2 Strainer Screens/ Rubber Washers

NOTE: The Rubber Washers may be in the water hoses

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Installation Instructions

UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE

Tilt the appliance sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at the sides and breaking them away from the appliance legs. Be sure to remove all of the foam pieces around the legs.

After the machine is in the home, remove remaining packing material/carton from the appliance.

Remove the bag containing the washer hoses and parts from tub.

Washer hoses and parts

24” NOMINAL PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

18”

Water Inlets

(rear)

32-3/4”

74-7/8”

51-3/8”

21-1/8”

Vent

Drain outlet

(rear)

4-1/4”

23-3/4”

8-5/8”

37-1/4”

27” NOMINAL PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

*24-5/8”

* Dimension represents door closed

including handle and knobs.

43”

NOTE: All dimensions are within ± 1/8”.

FOR GAS DRYERS ONLY

Gas Inlet

2-3/4”

33-7/8”

2”

Rear View of Appliance

NOTE: With feet set at mid position,

27-3/8”

*26-1/8”

feet can be adjusted ± 3/8”.

* Dimension represents door closed

including handle and knobs.

75-7/8”

53-1/4”

22-1/4”

Vent

Drain outlet

(rear)

3-7/8”

26-3/4”

18-5/8”

13-1/4”

36-7/8”

Water Inlets

(rear)

34-3/8”

47-1/2”

NOTE: All dimensions are within ± 1/8”.

FOR GAS DRYERS ONLY

Gas Inlet

3”

34-7/8”

Rear View of Appliance

NOTE: With feet set at mid position,

30-7/8”

feet can be adjusted ± 3/8”.

Installation Instructions

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

WARNING

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.

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 1” front 1” top

• Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.

• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and doors must contain a minimum of:

72 square inches of open area for 24” width models 120 square inches of open area for 27” width

models

NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION OF THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER THAN 3” 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.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS LOCATION

This appliance must be installed on firm flooring to minimize vibration during spin cycle. Concrete flooring is best, but wood base is sufficient, provided floor support meets FHA standards. This appliance should not be installed on rugs.

DO NOT Install the Appliance:

1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside

weather conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper operation.

2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains

or drapes.

3. On carpet. The floor MUST be a hard surface with

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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.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers)

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

10” Adjustable

wrenches (2)

8” Pipe wrench

Slip-joint pliers

Flat-blade

screwdriver

1/4” Nutdriver

Level

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

4” dia. metal elbow

Pipe compound or

PTFE tape

Gloves

Soap solution for

leak detection

• 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

Flexible gas line

connector

Duct clamps (2) or

Spring clamps (2)

Safety glasses

4” dia. metal duct

(recommended)

4” dia., UL-listed

flexible metal duct (if needed)

Exhaust hood

Duct tape

Gas pipe adapters (2)

(for 27” dryers only), elbow (for 27” dryers only) and pipe plug

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

Installation Instructions

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 gas conversion kit WE25M73 for 24” models or WE25M74 for 27” models. Conversion must be made by properly trained and qualified personnel in accordance with local codes and ordinances.

- Fire Hazard

DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION

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 ft.

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.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY

Back of

Appliance

24” & 27”

24”

Apply pipe compound to

appliance inlet

27”

Adaptor

27” ONLY

New metal

flexible gas

line connector

Adaptor

1/8” NPT pipe plug for checking gas inlet pressure

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Pipe size at least 1/2”

3/8” NPT inlet

from appliance

27” only

45° Elbow

27” ONLY

Floor

24”

Tighten the flexible gas line

to the appliance inlet using

2 adjustable wrenches.

24” & 27”

Apply pipe compound

to all male threads

24” & 27”

Apply pipe compound

to the adaptor and

appliance gas inlet.

27”

Tighten the flexible gas line to the

adaptor using 2 adjustable wrenches.

Tighten all

connections, using two adjustable wrenches. Do not

overtighten.

Open the gas shut-off valve.

Installation Instructions

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.

- Electrical Shock Hazard

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS (cont.)

• Appliance 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 appliance 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 appliance 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

• 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.

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER

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

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Slip-joint pliers

Flat-blade

screwdriver

Phillips

screwdriver

1/4” Nutdriver

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.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION LOCATION

24” MODELS

27” MODELS

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

Appliance power cord

kit (not provided with appliance)

UL rated 120/240V, 30A with 3 or 4 prongs. Identify the plug type as per the house receptacle before purchasing line cord.

TERMINAL

BLOCK

POWER CORDS

We strongly recommend 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 877.959.8688 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

Installation Instructions

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

appliance 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 appliance 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

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

appliance 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

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

Installation Instructions

24” MODELS - 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

COVER

SCREWS (3)

HOT WIRE

NEUTRAL (White)

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).

RELOCATE GREEN GROUND SCREW HERE

3/4", UL RECOGNIZED

HOT

STRAIN RELIEF

WIRE

GREEN OR YELLOW WIRE

STRAIN RELIEF BRACKET

CONNECTING DRYER USING

3-WIRE CONNECTION

GROUND

GREEN GROUND SCREW

SCREWS (3)

COVER

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.

STRAP

HOT WIRE

NEUTRAL (White)

3 #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).

STRAIN RELIEF BRACKET

3/4", UL RECOGNIZED STRAIN RELIEF

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. 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.

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.

NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

Installation Instructions

27” MODELS - 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.

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).

3/4” UL RECOGNIZED STRAIN RELIEF

KEEP GREEN GROUND SCREW.

NEUTRAL (White)

GREEN OR

YELLOW WIRE

COVER

HOT WIRE

HOT

WIRE

RELOCATE GREEN GROUND SCREW HERE

STRAIN RELIEF

BRACKET

SCREWS

(3)

CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION

3 # 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).

COVER

NEUTRAL (White)

3/4” UL RECOGNIZED STRAIN RELIEF

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.

GREEN GROUND SCREW

HOT

AND GROUND STRAP

WIRE

HOT

WIRE

STRAIN RELIEF

BRACKET

SCREWS

(3)

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 on the 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 below 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.

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 on the 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.

Installation Instructions

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

Phillips-head

screwdriver

Duct tape or

duct clamp

Rigid or UL-listed flexible

metal 4” (10.2 cm) duct

- 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 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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