GE PFDN440, PFMN445, PFDS450, PFMS455, PFDS455 User Manual 2

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Safety Instructions ........... 2–4

Operating Instructions

Controls ........................... 5–8

Cycle Options ....................9, 10

Smart Appliance ....................13

Dryer Features ..................10, 11

Quick Start Guide ....................5

Settings Option ......................10

Using the Dryer .....................11

Installation Instructions

Before You Begin ................14, 15

Connecting the Inlet Hoses .........17

Connecting a Gas Dryer .........18–21

Connecting an

Electric Dryer ....................22–24

Exhausting the Dryer ............25–31

Final Setup ..........................32

Installing the Pedestal ...........43–45

Location of your Dryer ..........15, 16

Reversing the Door Swing .......33–39

Stacking the Washer

and Dryer .......................40–42

Owner’s Manual &

Installation Instructions

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PFDS455 PFDN440 PFDN445 PFMS450 PFMS455

PFMN440 PFMN445

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Troubleshooting Tips .......46–49

Consumer Support

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Consumer Support ........ Back Cover

Warranty (Canada) ................. 51

Warranty (U.S.) ..................... 50

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

 Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

 Installation and service must be

performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light a match, or cigarette,

or turn on any gas or electrical appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do

not use any phone in your building.

Clear the room, building or area of all

occupants.

California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act

Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.

Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

Immediately call your gas supplier

from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions carefully.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the fire department.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. Installation Instructions are included in the back of this manual.

 Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing

codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

 Install or store where it will not be exposed to

temperatures below freezing or exposed to water or weather.

 Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

 Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of all

shipping materials properly.

Exhaust/Ducting

Dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside to prevent

large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room.

Use only rigid metal 4” diameter ductwork inside the

dryer cabinet. Use only UL approved rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Never use plastic or other combustible, easy-to-puncture ductwork. USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE. PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.

For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions.

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WARNING!

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

 Keep the area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials, (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other flammable vapors and liquids.

 Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry

to reduce the possibility of slipping.

 Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is

used by or near children. Do not allow children to play on, with or inside this or any other appliance.

WHEN USING YOUR DRYER

 Keep the area around the exhaust opening

and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.

 Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleaches,

etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid injury.

 Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.

 Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving.

Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, wait until the drum has completely stopped.

 Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint

accumulation inside the dryer or in the room. DO NOT

OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.

 Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in,

washed in, soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.). These substances give off vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation.

 Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your

dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a clothes load to catch fire.

 Any article on which you have used a cleaning

solvent or that contains flammable materials (such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.) must not be placed in or near the dryer until solvents or flammable materials have been removed. There are many highly flammable items used in homes such as acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates.

 The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy

of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s care instructions.

 Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic or

similar materials such as padded bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, pillows, etc. that may melt or burn. Some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion.

 Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may burn

or melt on top of the dryer during operation.

 Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not

Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing Kapok)

must not be put in your dryer.

 Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer. Skin

irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent dryer uses.

 To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug

this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter).

NOTE: Pressing START/PAUSE or POWER does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

 If you see water on the floor around the dryer, call for

service.

 Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air. Do not

stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the dryer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.)

 Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged,

malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

 The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct

connection inside the dryer should be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician. See the Sorting and Loading Hints section on page 12.

 If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with an

automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot light. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH A MATCH. Burns may result from having your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on.

 Do not open the dryer door during steam cycles. The

steam is very hot and it will continue to exhaust from the port for several seconds after opening. Do not touch the steam port after a steam cycle.

 Do not use a steam cycle with items such as wool,

leather, silk, lingerie, foam products or electric blankets.

 Do not use steam cycles on new clothes without first

washing.

 You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or

reduce the static electricity in them by using a dryerapplied fabric softener or an anti-static conditioner. We recommend you use either a fabric softener in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer’s instructions for those products, or try a dryer-added product for which the manufacturer gives written assurance on the package that their product can be safely used in your dryer. Service or performance problems caused by use of these products are the responsibility of the manufacturers of those products and are not covered under the warranty of this appliance.

 Never attempt to use the Steam Dewrinkle or Steam

Refresh cycles without clothes in the drum. Additionally, it is highly recommended to select the appropriate load size for best results. Selecting large load cycles for small loads may result in wetting of clothes, and selecting small load cycles for large loads may result in poor dewrinkling performance.

 Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on, or near dryer

at any trime. Do not use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.

WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER

 Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this

appliance to avoid damage to the cord while pulling. Place the cord away from traffic areas so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage.

 Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this

appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

 Before discarding a dryer, or removing it from service,

remove the dryer door to prevent children from hiding inside.

 Do not tamper with controls.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dryer control panel.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Quick Start

If the screen is dark, press the POWER button to “wake up” the display.

Press the

Select a cycle by turning the

Cycle Knob.

If you selected a SENSOR CYCLE –

just press the START/PAUSE button.

POWER

button.

SENSOR DRY

CTIVE WEAR

TIME DRY

RINKLE FREE

ELICATES

PEED DRY

IXED LOADS

ORMAL /

ARM UP

IMED DRY

OTTONS

TEAMREFRESH

TEAM

EWRINKLE

SPECIALTY CYCLES

If you selected a TIME DRY CYCLE

-select your heat setting and the amount of time you want your items to dry by using the cursor buttons. Then press the START/PAUSE button.

ORE DRY

LESS DRY

MEDIUM

EXTRA DRY

DRY

DAMP

ANTI -

BACTERIAL

HIGH

LOW

EXTRA LOW

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DRY TEMP

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SENSOR DRY

TIME DRY

MIXED LOADS

WRINKLE FREE

ACTIVE WEAR

DELICATES

SPEED DRY

POWER

NORMAL /

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SENSOR DRY

TIME DRY

WRINKLE FREE

ACTIVE WEAR

DELICATES

SPEED DRY

AIR FLUFF

NO HEAT

POWER

WARM UP

COTTONS

TIMED DRY

NORMAL /

MIXED LOADS

DEWRINKLE

STEAMREFRESH

STEAM

DEWRINKLE

COTTONS

TIMED DRY

SPECIALTY CYCLES

DRUM LIGHT

STORE MY CYCLE

SETTINGS

PRESS & HOLD 3 seconds for secondary OPTIONS

DRUM

LIGHT

STORE MY CYCLE

SETTINGS

PRESS & HOLD 3 seconds for secondary OPTIONS

DRY

MY CYCLE

DRY

MY CYCLE

ENTER

DELAY

TART

EXTENDED

TUMBLE

DELAY

START

EXTENDED

TUMBLE

DRYER

RACK

BACKBACK

DAMP ALERT

LOCK

Push to Lock Control Hold 3 Secs to Unlock

DRYER

RACK

BACKBACK

DAMP ALERT

LOCK

Push to Lock Control Hold 3 Secs to Unlock

EXTRA DRY

MORE DRY

DRY

LESS DRY

BACTERIAL

HIGH

MEDIUM

LOW

EXTRA LOW

EXTRA DRY

MORE DRY

DRY

LESS DRY

BACTERIAL

HIGH

MEDIUM

LOW

EXTRA LOW

DAMP

ANTI -

DAMP

ANTI -

SENSOR DRY

DRY TEMP

SENSOR DRY

DRY TEMP

Power

Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to turn the dryer off.

NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

About the dryer control panel.

Dry Cycles

The dry cycle controls the cycle time for the drying process. The chart below will help you match the dry setting with the loads.

Sensor Cycles

COTTONS For cottons and most linens.

NORMAL/ For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends. MIXED LOAD

WRINKLE FREE For wrinkle-free/easy care and permanent press items.

ACTIVE WEAR Clothing worn for active sports exercise and some casual wear. Fabrics include new technology finishes and stretch fibers such as Spandex.

DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

SPEED DRY For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sports or school uniforms. Can also be used if the previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands.

Timed Dry Cycles

STEAM For slightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly reduces wrinkles on 1–5 garments. REFRESH Selecting a higher number of garments for the cycle (e.g., selecting 5-garment load for a 1-garment load) may result in excessive wetting

(on some models)

A single extremely light fabric item may need to have an additional item included in the steam refresh cycle to achieve optimum results.

DEWRINKLE For removing wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp. This cycle is not reccomended for delicate (on some models) fabrics.

STEAM For use with larger loads than STEAM REFRESH. Ideal for loads left in dryer for an extended DEWRINKLE time. Selecting a larger cycle than needed (e.g., selecting Large Load for a half-full dryer) (on some models) may result in excessive wetting of clothes.

WARM UP Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.

My Cycle (on some models)

MY CYCLE Press to use, create or modify custom dry cycles.

of clothes. After the STEAM REFRESH Cycle, the unit will beep and display “Garments Ready” and “0:00.” If the unit is not turned off or if the door is not opened, the dryer will continue to tumble for 30 minutes. At the end of 30 minutes, it will display “0:00” and “Cycle Complete.”

NOTE: When STEAM REFRESH is selected, “EXTENDED TUMBLE” will automatically turn on and cannot be turned off.

Timed Dry

Use to set your own dry time. TIMED DRY is also recommended for small loads.

To use TIMED DRY:

1. Turn dry cycle dial to TIMED DRY.

2. Select the drying time by pressing the S and T buttons. You can increase the time in 10-minute increments up to 2 hours, 5 minutes.

3. Select the DRY TEMP.

4. Close the door.

5. Press START/PAUSE.

Sensor Dry

The sensor continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load. When the moisture in your clothes reaches your selected dry level, the dryer will stop.

EXTRA DRY Use for heavy-duty fabrics or items that should be very dry, such as towels.

MORE DRY Use for heavy or mixed type of fabrics.

DRY Use for normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle for energy saving.

LESS DRY Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).

DAMP For leaving items partially damp.

Dry Temp

You can change the temperature of your dry cycle.

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ANTI-BACTERIAL This option may only be used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. This option reduces certain types of bacteria by

NOTE: Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics. * The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is Certified by NSF International (formerly National Sanitation Foundation) to NSF Protocol

HIGH For regular to heavy cottons.

MEDIUM For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press.

LOW For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low.

EXTRA LOW For lingerie and special-care fabrics.

START/PAUSE

Press to start a dry cycle. If the dryer is running, press it once and it will pause the dryer. Press it again to resume the dry

cycle.

CYCLE

STORE MY CYCLE

99.9%, including: Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae*. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is used during a portion of this drying cycle.

P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers.

My Cycle (on some models)

Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall. These custom settings can be set while a cycle is in progress.

To store a MY CYCLE combination of settings:

1. Select your drying cycle.

2. Change DRY TEMP and SENSOR DRY settings to fit your needs.

3. Select any drying OPTIONS you want.

4. Press and hold the MY CYCLE button for 3 seconds to store your selection. A beep will sound the button will light up, and

the unit will display “My cycle is now programed with the current cycle settings”.

To recall your stored MY CYCLE combination: Press the MY CYCLE button before drying a load. The light in the center of the button will light up when MY CYCLE is selected.

To change your stored MY CYCLE combination:

Follow Steps 1–4 in “To store a MY CYCLE combination of settings.”

Display

Special Cycle Status OR Dryer Rack OR Timed Dry

SPECIALTY CYCLE 1:10

SPECIALTY CYCLES

Comforters

Delay Time 1:00

Clean Lint Filter

Delay Time Status

Est. Cycle Time OR Time to Dry

Lint Filter Status Screen

ENTER

DELAY TIME

After the POWER button is pressed, the CLEAN LINT FILTER message could appear if the previous cycle was not finished. This message will disappear after the START button is pressed. Even though you have already cleaned the filter (before the POWER button was pressed), the CLEAN LINT FILTER message will still be displayed until the START button is activated.

“CLEAN LINT FILTER” (message)

This message appears periodically. It is only a reminder.

About the dryer control panel.

Specialty Cycles

1. Turn the CYCLE knob to SPECIALTY CYCLES. A list of cycle options will appear in the display.

2. Using the cursor buttons, select a CATEGORY.

3. Using the cursor buttons, select a CYCLE. Press the BACK button to take you back to the CATEGORIES.

4. Press ENTER to select.

5. Press the START/PAUSE button. SPECIALTY CYCLES include:

Garment

 Coats  Hosiery/Bras (use mesh bag)  Jeans  Khakis

Bed and Bath

 Blankets (Cotton)  Comforters  Sheets  Towels

Specialty Cycles

 Air Fluff  Dryel  Fleece  Fragile Cottons  Performance Fabrics  Pet Bedding  Play Clothes  Rack Dry  Sleeping Bag  Throw Rugs

Washer Communicated Cycles

To turn on communication, press the SETTINGS button on the washer control panel. When “DRYER LINK” appears in the display, press ENTER. Using the arrow keys, select ON; then press ENTER.

When the washer cycle is completed, the washer will communicate with the dryer when any button on the control panel is touched or the door is opened.

The washer will display, “TRANSFERRING CYCLE INFORMATION TO THE DRYER” and the dryer will display, “RECEIVING CYCLE INFORMATION TO THE DRYER”.

The dryer will only communicate with the washer if the dryer is not running a cycle.

If the washer starts a new cycle before the dryer has a chance to communicate with it, the information will be lost.

About cycle options.

NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models.

EXTENDED

TUMBLE

AMP

ALERT

DRUM

LIGHT

SETTINGS

Extended Tumble

Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 60 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are dry.

The light in center of the button will light up when EXTENDED TUMBLE is on.

Damp Alert

This option causes the dryer to beep when clothes have dried to a damp level. Remove items that you wish to hang dry. The DAMP

ALERT will only beep when this option is selected.

Drum Light

Press this button to turn on the light in the dryer. Press the button again to turn the light off. This only controls the light when the door is shut.

NOTE: The light will turn off by itself after one minute when the door is shut.

When the door is opened, the light comes on automatically.

Extended Tumble is automatically selected for the SteamRefresh cycle and cannot be deselected. Dryer will beep and display “Garments Ready” when SteamRefresh is complete. The dryer will continue in Extended Tumble until the door is opened.

Removing clothes and hanging them when they are damp can reduce the need to iron some items.

The light in center of the button will light up when DAMP ALERT is on.

The light in center of the button will light up when DRUM LIGHT is on.

NOTE: Hold down the DRUM LIGHT button for 3 seconds to access the SETTINGS menu. (See page 10 for more details)

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DRY

LOCK

Push to Lock Control Hold 3 Secs to Unlock

e-Dry

Reduces the total energy consumption of specific dryer cycles by adjusting certain heat settings.

NOTE: Cycle times will change when e-DRY is selected

Delay Start

Use to delay the start of your dryer.

1. Choose your dry cycle and any options.

2. Press DELAY START. You can change the

delay time in 1/2-hour increments, using the S or T arrow pads.

3. Press the START/PAUSE button to start the

countdown.

The countdown time will be shown in the

ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display.

Lock

You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle.

Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by touching pads with this option selected.

This cycle can be used with DELICATES, ACTIVE WEAR, EASY CARE, NORMAL/MIXED LOADS and COTTONS.

NOTES:

 If the door is opened while the dryer is

in DELAY, the countdown time will not restart unless the door is closed and START/PAUSE button has been pressed again.

 You can delay the start of a dry cycle up

to 24 hours.

The light in center of the button will light up when DELAY START is on.

To lock the dryer, press the LOCK button. To unlock the dryer, press and hold the LOCK button for 3 seconds.

The light in center of the LOCK button will light up when the controls are locked.

Even though the controls are locked, the POWER button is still active in case you have to turn the unit off.

About cycle options.

NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models.

DRUM

LIGHT

Settings

Under the SETTINGS option, you can adjust the volume or the brightness of the display.

SETTINGS

VOLUME

 End of Cycle (signal) volume can be set from

HIGH, MED, LOW or OFF.

 Control Sounds volume can be set from

Press & hold for 3

HIGH, MED, LOW or OFF.

seconds for secondary options

About dryer features.

Drum Lamp

Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Reach above dryer

DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS can be set from HIGH, MED or LOW.

After you have made your selection, press

ENTER. NOTE: To access the SETTINGS menu, hold

down the DRUM LIGHT button for 3 seconds.

opening from inside the drum. Remove the

bulb and replace with the same size bulb.

Engage the handle posts

Built-In Rack Dry System

A handy drying rack may be used for drying items such as tennis shoes. Place items flat on the drying rack and block such items as wool sweaters and delicate fabrics. Dry with low heat.

To install the Built-In Rack Dry System

1. Make sure the drum of the dryer is oriented so the rack drying system is on the left side of the dryer.

2. Pull the drying rack screen out from the left side and engage the handle “posts” in the opposite baffle slots.

3. Place the garment on the rack and close the door.

4. Press the DRYER RACK button.

5. Select desired time.

6. Press the START/PAUSE button.

NOTE:

 Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.  Make sure to detach the drying rack at the end of the cycle and fully retract the screen back

into the baffle.

About dryer features (cont.).

To Use the Built-In Hook for Hanging Garments

1. Make sure the drum of the dryer is

oriented so the hook is on the top center of the dryer.

2. Using your finger, pull the hook out of

the baffle.

3. Hang the garment on a hanger, hang

the hanger on the hook and close the door.

4. Press the DRYER RACK button.

5. Select the desired time.

6. Press the START/PAUSE button.

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Reverse Tumble

All Profile front-load matching dryers are equipped with the Reverse Tumble™ feature, as part of the Duo Dry Plus system™. By reversing the direction of drum rotation during the drying cycle, your dryer will tangle the clothes load less, dry more evenly and improve drying times. Typical loads such as bed and bath mixed loads, where sheets, towels and pillow cases are laundered together, benefit from this capability. When the dryer reverses direction, there will be a slight pause and sound change. This is normal. All dryer cycles utilize this feature, except when the rack dry option is selected, in which case the drum does not tumble.

™

Using the dryer.

Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.

Sorting and Loading Hints

As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer. Try also to sort items according to size. For example, do not dry a sheet with socks or other small items.

Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in this dryer when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

See below for lint filter cleaning instructions. Do not overload. This wastes energy and

causes wrinkling. Do not dry the following items: fiberglass

items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with plastic trim and foam-filled items.

Using the dryer.

Fabric Care Labels

Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.

Wash Labels

Machine wash cycle

Front load target water temperature

Normal

Permanent Press/

wrinkle resistant

Target Automatic Category Water Temperature Temperature Control

Tap Cold Inlet Water Temperature Not used Cold 27°C/80°F Used Warm 40°C/105°F Used Hot 50°C/120°F Used Sanitize 70°C/160°F Used

Gentle/

delicate

Hand wash

Do not wash Do not wring

Dry Labels

Tumble dry

Dry

Normal

Permanent Press/

wrinkle resistant

Gentle/

delicate

Do not tumble dry

Do not dry (used with

do not wash)

Heat setting

High

Medium

Low

No heat/air

Special instructions

Line dry/

hang to dry

Drip dry

Bleach Labels

Bleach symbols

Any bleach

(when needed)

Only non-chlorine bleach

(when needed)

Care and Cleaning of the Dryer

Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned once a year by qualified service personnel.

The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Apply these products away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by these products is not covered by your warranty.

Do not touch the surface or the display with sharp objects.

The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use. Remove by pulling straight up. Run your fingers across the filter. A waxy buildup may form on the lint filter from

using dryer-added fabric softener sheets. To remove this buildup, wash the lint screen

Dry flat

Do not bleach

In the shade

in warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.

Vacuum the lint from the dryer lint filter if you notice a change in dryer performance.

Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces, use a damp cloth with a mild, nonabrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Remove the cleaner residue, and then dry with a clean cloth.

The stainless steel used to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE dryer. If the dryer drum should be scratched or dented during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode. These surface blemishes will not affect the function or durability of the drum.

The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make sure that there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.

SMART APPLIANCE (on some models) GEAppliances.com

Models PFDS450, PFDS455, PFDN440, PFDN445 are compatible with the GE Smart Appliance Module (SAM) which can be purchased separately. Contact your local utility or visit www.GEAppliances.com/smart-appliances to see if your area is using Demand Response (DR) technology.

Installation

The preferred location for the module installation is on top of the clothes dryer. Details on how to connect the cables to the module are in the instructions that come with the module.

Wait 5 minutes; then press the Settings button. Scroll and look for the energy management screen as seen below.

This screen means the module is attached correctly and you can begin to use your Smart Appliance following the instructions below.

If the Energy Management Screen is not available, refer to the SAM module troubleshooting guide.

Quick Guide

There are 4 power levels available: Critical, High, Medium and Low. On the Medium and Low levels, the unit runs as normal. The following steps show how the unit reacts during startup at Critical and High power levels.

Option 1 (Delay EP)

During startups at Critical and High levels, the unit will delay starting until the level becomes Medium or Low. Press the START/PAUSE button.

Settings Menu

Press SETTINGS; then select Energy Management.

Delay EP Override

If you are starting a cycle in a Critical or High utility rate, this option allows the unit to automatically run on an EP Cycle. This setting will operate with less energy than normal cycles. Default setting is YES.

Auto-Extend Delays

If a timed delay is selected, this option allows for the scheduled start to extend if the utility rate is Critical or High at the scheduled start. The default setting will automatically extend these cycles.

Critical Rate Option

This option allows your smart appliance to respond to Critical Rate information by automatically engaging the Critical Response Mode. The Critical Response Mode is designed to maximize energy savings when a cycle is run during a Critical Rate period. The default setting is YES. Setting this option to NO will disable the Critical Response Mode.

Option 2 (Override Delay EP)

To start the unit when Delay EP is shown, press the DELAY START button to turn the delay off. Then press START/PAUSE to begin the cycle. During a Critical Rate period, the Critical Response Mode** will also be activated to maximize energy savings. EP will be displayed.

DELAY

DRY

DRYER

START

RACK

BACKBACK

ENTER

Option 3 (Override “e” DRY)

After overriding the delay function, pressing the “e”DRY button will disable the “e”DRY setting. Pressing the START/PAUSE key will begin the selected cycle. During a Critical Rate period, the Critical Response Mode** will be activated to maximize energy savings. EP will be displayed. **Note: The Critical Response Mode can be disabled at any time by pressing and holding the “e”DRY Button for 3 seconds. EP will be removed from the display

Timed Dry EP Option

If the unit is running in Timed Dry Mode and the utility rate switches to Critical or High, the unit will conserve energy by decreasing heat if YES (default) is selected. If NO is selected, the unit will operate normally.

NOTE: When YES (default) is selected, your load may be damp at the end of the cycle.

In order for the Smart Appliance features on the appliance to work, additional equipment is required to be installed to interface with the local utility. Such equipment may be sold separately and/or is available through your utility as part of the pilot test program. Check with your utility company to see if a pilot test program is available in your area and for full details.

PLEASE NOTE: If you move to an area where the program is not available, the demand response features cannot be activated and utilized on the appliance. The appliance will function as normal after the demand response equipment has been deactivated or disconnected.

Installation Dryer

Instructions

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

In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca

PFDS450 / PFDS455 /PFDN440 / PFDN445 / PFMS450 / PFMS455 / PFMN440 / PFMN445

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.

CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT

This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING –

To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all

• installation instructions.

•

Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a

qualified 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 rigid metal 4

dryer cabinet and use only UL approved transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct.

•

DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic

ducting 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” on page 26 of this manual. Flexible ducting 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 and/or weather.

•

Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave

these instructions with the customer.)

”

diameter ductwork inside the

Risk of Fire

FOR GAS MODELS ONLY:

NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:

•

This product must be installed by a licensed

plumber or gas fitter.

•

When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they

shall be T-handle-type.

•

A flexible gas connector, when used, must not

exceed 3 feet.

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 and serial cable.

LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER

MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air openings are:

•

0 inch clearance both sides

•

1 inch front

•

3 inches rear

Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for proper operation and service.

DRYER DIMENSIONS

Front View

27″

27”

(68.6 cm)

53”

51″

(134.6 cm)

(129.5 cm)

39.5”

39.1″

(993 cm)

(100.3 cm)

39.5”

39.1″

(100.3 cm)

(993 cm)

Side View

32.34″

33.5”

(847 cm)

(85.1 cm)

Installation Instructions

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

• Your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, as 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 and rear

Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead

• shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52”.

Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise

• ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of open area equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area equally distributed.

The closet should be vented to the outdoors to

• prevent gas pocketing in case of gas in the supply line.

No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed

• in the same closet with the dryer (gas models only).

NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES.

BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION

• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See EXHAUSTING THE DRYER.

The installation must conform with local codes or,

• in the absence of local codes, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 (for electric dryers) or NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223 (for gas dryers).

MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION

• The installation must conform to the MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY STANDARD, TITLE 24, PART 32–80 or, when such standard is not applicable, with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME, NO. 501B.

The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with

• the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure. (See EXHAUSTING THE DRYER.)

The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a

• mobile or manufactured home.

The vent duct material MUST BE METAL.

•

FOR GAS MODELS ONLY: KIT 14-D346-33 MUST be

• used to attach the dryer securely to the structure.

FOR GAS MODELS ONLY: The vent MUST NOT be

• connected to any other duct, vent or chimney.

Do not use sheet metal screws or other refastening

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

Provide an opening with a free area of at least 25

• sq. in. for introduction of outside air into the dryer room.

GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED BY LOCAL CODES)

• Dryers installed in garages must be elevated 18 inches (46cm) above the floor.

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.

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

screw the female coupling of the short hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.

3. Attach the female end of the ‘’Y’’ connector to

the male 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.

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 the other 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.

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.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers)

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Flat-blade

 10” Adjustable

wrenches (2)



8” Pipe wrench



Slip-joint pliers



screwdriver



Level

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED



 4” dia. metal elbow

4” dia., UL-listed

flexible metal duct (if needed)

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING

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.



Pipe compound



Flexible gas line

connector



Duct clamps (2) or

Spring clamps (2)



Safety glasses



4” dia. metal duct

(recommended)

Gloves



Soap solution for



leak detection



Exhaust hood



Duct tape

Shut-off Valve

Disconnect and discard old flexible gas connector and ducting material.

Installation Instructions

GAS REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

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

This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve and

• Burner Assembly for use only with natural gas. Using conversion kit 14-A048, your local service organization can convert this dryer for use with propane (LP) gas. ALL CONVERSIONS MUST BE MADE BY PROPERLY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS.

The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply

• piping system during any pressure testing of that system at a test pressure in excess of 0.5 PSI (3.4 KPa).

The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply

• piping system by closing the equipment shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping of test pressure equal to or less than 0.5 PSI (3.4KPa).

DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION

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 Teflon

Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and

• gas supply.

tape.

IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS

• This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.

When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they

• shall be the T-handle type.

A flexible gas connector, when used, must not

• exceed 3 feet.

2” (5.1 cm)

3/8” NPT MALE THREAD GAS SUPPLY

25ø8” (6.7 cm)

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 3 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, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1

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 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 Teflon

the threads of the adapter and dryer gas inlet.

New Metal Flexible Gas Line Connector

Adapter

Elbow

Items not supplied

3/8” NPT

tape to

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 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 Teflon

to the threads of the adapter and plugged tapping.

Apply pipe compound or Teflon male threads.

tape to all

Shut-Off Valve

tape

Plugged Tapping

Attach the flexible metal gas line connector to

the adapter.

Apply pipe compound to the adapter and dryer gas inlet.

Tighten the flexible gas line connection, using

two adjustable wrenches.

Tighten all connections, using two adjustable

wrenches. Do not overtighten.

Open the gas shut-off valve.

Installation Instructions

TEST FOR LEAKS

WARNING – 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 REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS

This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and connected to a properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15- or 20-amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

If electrical supply provided does not meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet.

WARNING – This dryer is equipped

with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding terminal from this plug.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS

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.

The 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 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

If local codes permit, an external ground wire (not provided), which meets local codes, may be added by attaching to the green ground screw on the rear of the dryer, and to an alternate established ground.

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

Ground Screw

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers)

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

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING

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 INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS



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.

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.

The dryer must be electrically grounded in

• accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

Installation Instructions

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit, protected by the required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers. A three- or four-wire, single-phase, 120/240V or 120/208V, 60Hz, 30-amp circuit is required.

If the electric supply does not meet the above specifications, then call a licensed electrician.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS (CANADA)

This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit, protected by the required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers. The power supply must be of 120/240 volts, 60Hz circuit with the wall receptacle as shown below.

TYPICAL 30 AMP

RECEPTACLE FOR DRYER

The power supply must be protected with 30 Amp fuses or breakers. It must be well grounded and conform to local codes.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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 equipment grounding terminal on the appliance.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (CANADA)

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for electrical current. This appliance is equipped with 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.

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 utilize 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.

Relocatre green ground screw here

3/4” UL Recognized Strain Relief

Strain Relief Bracket

4 #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A

power supply cord marked for use with dryers and provided with closed loop or spade terminals with upturned ends (not supplied)

kit

Hot Wire

Screw

Remove ground strap and discard. Keep green ground screw.

Neutral (white)

Screw

Hot Wire

Green Wire

Screw

1. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove

the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.

Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall

receptacle.

Remove the power cord cover located at the

lower back.

Remove and discard ground strap. Keep the

green ground screw for Step 7.

Install 3/4 in. UL-recognized strain relief to power

cord entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.

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).

Attach ground wire of power cord with the green

ground screw (hole above strain relief bracket). Tighten all terminal block screws (3) securely.

Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

Reinstall the cover.

WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.)

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

Screw Ground

Strap

Green ground screw

Neutral (white)

Hot Wire

Screw

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.

Screw

3/4” UL Recognized Strain Relief

Strain Relief Bracket

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)

CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION (cont.)

Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove

the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.

Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall

receptacle.

Remove the power cord cover located at the lower

back.

Install 3/4-in. UL-recognized strain relief to power

cord entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.

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).

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.

Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

Reinstall the cover.

WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER

WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire

or personal injury:

This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.

•

Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust

• duct.

Use only 4” rigid metal or UL-listed flexible metal

• (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct to connect the dryer to the home exhaust duct. It must be installed in accordance with the instructions found in “Connecting the Dryer to House Vent” on page 26 of this manual.

Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, a wall,

• a ceiling, gas vent, crawl space, attic, under an enclosed floor, or in any other concealed space of a building. The accumulated lint could cause a potential fire hazard.

Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct

• with a kitchen exhaust system. A combination of grease and lint creates a potential fire hazard.

Do not use duct longer than specified in the exhaust

• length table. Longer ducts can accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.

Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This

• will cause lint to accumulate, creating a potential fire hazard.

Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners

• that extend into the duct. These fasteners can accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.

Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.

•

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.

This dryer comes ready for rear exhausting. If space

• is limited, use the instructions on pages 29–31 to exhaust directly from the sides or bottom of the cabinet.

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.

•

Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.

•

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.

•

Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that

extend into the duct. They will serve as a collection point for lint.

•

Duct joints should be made air- and moisture-tight

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

•

Horizontal runs should slope down towards the

outdoors 1/4” per foot.

INSULATION

•

Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or is

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

TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT

 Phillips-head screwdriver

Drill with 1/8” drill bit



(for bottom venting)

Hacksaw



Duct tape or duct



clamp



Rigid or UL-listed

flexible metal 4” (10.2 cm) duct

Vent hood

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

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 (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT

•

If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UL-listed

flexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting can be used (Kit WX08X10077).

Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floors

• or other enclosed spaces.

Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8

• feet (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 house vent using a flexible metal (foil-type) duct. A UL-listed flexible metal (foil-type) duct may be used ONLY in installations where rigid metal or flexible metal (semi-rigid) 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 the flexible

• metal (foil-type) ducts that comply with the “Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct Subject 2158A” shall be used.

Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floors

• or other enclosed spaces.

Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8

• feet (2.4 m).

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.

of duct to

FOR TRANSITION VENTING (DRYER TO WALL), DO:

• DO cut duct as

short as possible and install straight into wall.

DO use elbows

• when turns are necessary.

Elbows

DO NOT:

• DO NOT bend or

collapse ducting. Use elbows if turns are necessary.

•

DO NOT use

excessive exhaust length. Cut duct as short as possible.

• DO NOT crush

duct against the wall.

DO NOT set

• dryer on duct.

Installation Instructions

WARNING – USE ONLY METAL 4”

DUCT. DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.

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 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.

Never install a screen in or over the exhaust

• duct. This could cause lint buildup.

Wall caps must be installed at least 12” above

• ground level or any other obstruction with the opening pointed down.

SEPARATION OF TURNS

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 below.

EXHAUST LENGTH

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

Recommended Use only for short- run installations

”

4” DIA

”

No. of 90º Rigid Rigid Elbows Metal Metal

0 150 Feet 125 Feet 1 135 Feet 115 Feet 2 125 Feet 105 Feet 3 115 Feet 95 Feet 4 105 Feet 85 Feet 5 95 Feet 75 Feet

• For every extra 90° elbow, reduce the allowable vent system length by 10 ft.

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

• For the side exhaust installations, add one 90° elbow to the chart.

• The total vent system length includes all the straight portions and elbows of the system (transition duct

included).

DIA

ø2”

For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft. of straight duct, including the distance between the last turn and the 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.

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.

Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners

• that extend into the duct. They will serve as a collection point for lint.

Duct joints can be made air- and moisture-tight

• by wrapping the overlapped joints with duct tape.

Horizontal runs should slope down toward the

• outdoors 1/4” per foot.

INSULATION

Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint buildup.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

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.

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 hose clamp.

RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE

Using duct elbows will prevent duct kinking and collapsing.

Transition Ducting

Duct

NOTE: We strongly recommend using rigid metal exhaust duct.

•

For straight-line installation, connect the dryer

exhaust to the wall, using duct tape.

Wall Side

Dryer Side

Installation Instructions

SIDE VENTING:

Dryer Exhaust to right of cabinet for Electric models only. Dryer Exhaust to left of cabinet for Gas and Electric models.

WARNING – BEFORE PERFORMING

THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES.

Remove screw and save

Right

Left

Bottom

Remove desired knockout (one only)

ADDING A NEW DUCT

Fixing hole

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

Internal duct

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

Fixing hole

13 1ø2”

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

TAB LOCATION

Not for gas

Bend tab up 45°

Rear opening

Side opening

• Insert the 4” elbow through the rear opening and connect the elbow to the dryer internal duct.

Insert the 4” duct through the side opening and

• connect it to the elbow.

CAUTION: Do not pull or damage the

electrical wires and do not remove the vinyl cover from the electrical components inside the dryer when inserting the duct. A slight interference may occur between the exhaust and the wire components.

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°,

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

SIDE 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.

Duct tape

CAUTION: 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 COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDE EXHAUST)

BOTTOM VENTING:

Dryer Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet for Gas and Electric models.

WARNING – BEFORE PERFORMING

THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES.

Remove screw and save

Bottom

Remove desired knockout (one only)

Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer. Detach and remove the bottom knockout.

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.

WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE

BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE.

WE1M454)

(Kit

Fixing hole

13 1ø4”

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

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