GE Profile UPVH890, Profile DPVH890, Profile DPVH891 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Installation

Dryer

Instructions

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Readthese instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT-Savetheseinstructionsforlocal

electrical inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT-Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

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

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

• Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions for future reference.

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

• Thisdryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.

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

• Serviceinformation and the wiring diagram are located in the control console.

• Donot allow children on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance

is used near children.

• Properinstallation isthe responsibility of the installer.

• Productfailure 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.

• Removeand 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. Gasappliances 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 LPfuels. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize

incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances

can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

DPVH891o DPVH890o

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

_aWA RNING- .is,o,Fire

• 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 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes dryer to the outdoors.

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.)

FOR GAS MODELS ONLY:

NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer must be performed bg a qualified installer, service agency or

the gas supplier.

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:

• This product must be installed bg 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.

UPVH890

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

FrontView

f _

(68.6cm)

53 _'

'_ (134.6cm)

oO_ 8: o

27"

oooo o

39.5"

(100.3 cm)

39.5"

(100.3cm)

Side View

33.5" __,,,

(85.1 cm)

Instollotion 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 DRYERsection.

• 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 Iouvered 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 LOCATEDAT

THE REAROF 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 ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 (for electric

dryers) or NATIONAL FUEL GASCODE, 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 FORMOBILE HOME, NO. 50lB.

• 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 terminoted beneoth o mobile or manufactured home.

• The vent duct moteriol MUST BEMETAL.

• FOR GAS MODELS ONLY:KIT 14-D346-33 MUST be used to ottoch 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 metol screws or other refustening devices which extend into the interior

of the exhaust vent.

• Provide an opening with u free urea of at least 25 sq. in. for introduction of outside air into the dryer room.

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING INLET HOSES

To produce steam, the dryer must connect to the cold water supply. Since the washer must

also connect to the cold water, a "Y" connector is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to make that connection at the same time.

NOTE: Use the new inlet hoses provided; never

use old hoses.

, Turn the cold water faucet off. Remove the

washer inlet hose from the washer fill valve connector (cold).

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.

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//4in. (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

[] 10" Adjustable

wrenches (2)

[] 8" Pipewrench

[] Slip-joint pliers

[] Flat-blade screwdriver

[] Level

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

[] 4" dia. metal elbow

[] 4" dia.,UL-listedflexible

metal duct(if needed)

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

-AWARNING

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.

[] Pipecompound

[] Flexible gas line

connector

[] Duct clamps(2) or

Spring clamps (2)

[] Safety glasses

[] 4" dia. metal duct

(recommended)

[] Gloves

[] Soap solution for

leakdetection

[] Exhaust hood

[] Duct tape

Shut-off

Valve

Disconnect and discard old flexible gas connector and ducting material.

Installation Instructions

GAS REQUIREMENTS

-AWARNING

Installation must conform to local codes and ordinances, or in their absence, the

NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223.

• This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve and Burner Assembly for use only with natural gas. Using conversion kit ]_4-A048, your local service organization can convert this dryer for use with propane (LP)gas. ALL CONVERSIONS MUST BE MADE BY PROPERLYTRAINED 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 ®tape.

• Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and

gas supply.

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- lu

2%' (6.7.cm) 3/8" NPTMALETHREADGASSUPPLY

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

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 1OOOft. 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

Install a female 3/8" NPT elbow at the end

of the drger gas inlet. Install a 3/8" flare union adapter to the female

elbow. IMPORTANT: Use a pipe wrench to securelg

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

NOTE: Applg pipe compound or Teflon ®tape to the threads of the adapter and drger gas inlet.

NewMetal FlexibleGas _ I ]I /Adapter LineConnector___ I _ i "_ 1/8" NPT

Adapter [_1¢" Checking Gas

Elbow/ ix. _ Inlet Pressure

3/8" NPT i%_.. -- Shut-OffVave

Itemsnotsupplied _ Pipesizeat

least1/2"

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY (cont.)

@Install a 2/8" 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 ® tape to

the threads of the adapter and plugged tapping.

Applypipecompoundor _w'_

Teflon®tape to all male N_---------b_'_ / Plugged threads. _ _1¢ Tapping

Shut-OffValve__ !

IB1 Attach the flexible metal gas line connector to

the adapter.

Applypipecompoundtothe

adapteranddryergasinlet.

[] Tighten the flexible gas line connection, using

two adjustable wrenches.

' "4

I-_ Tighten all connections, using two adjustable

wrenches. Do not overtighten.

[] Open the gas shut-off valve.

Installation Instructions

TEST FOR LEAKS

WARNING - Neverusean

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.

OpenGas

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 - Thisdryerisequipped

witha three-prong(grounding)plugforyour protectionagainstshock hazard and should be plugged directlyintoa properlygrounded three- prong receptacle.Do not cutor remove the groundingterminalfrom thisplug.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS

-A WARNING - Toreducetheriskof

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 ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NFPA

NO. 70.

Ensureproper groundexists

beforeuse.

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 ELECTRICDRYER(skip for gas drgers)

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

[] Slip-joint pliers

[] Flat-blade screwdriver

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

[] Phillips screwdriver

[] Level

[] 4" dia. metal elbow

[] 3/4" strain relief

(ULrecognized)

[] Gloves

[] Exhausthood

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

-AWARNING

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 LEAVETHE

ACCESSCOVER 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-listedflexible

metal duct (if needed)

[] Duct tape

[] Dryerpowercord kit

(notprovidedwith dryer)

ULrated 120/240V,30A

with 3 or 4 prongs.Identify the plug type as perthe

housereceptaclebefore purchasingline cord.

-A WARNING - Toreducetheriskof

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 ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.

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, 60Hz, 30-amp circuit is required.

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

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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

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 a-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.

Removeground

strap and "_ Relocate green ground

discard.Keep _7 HotWire screwhere greenground \/ _f J_.. I /

CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION} (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.

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) completely.

Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

Reinstall the cover.

WARNING - NEVERLEAVETHE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

screw __ GreenWire

_ __\\_\P-_d-. _ StrainRelief I_/ Screws(3)_:_X__£._ Bracket

(white_ UL Reco_ized /"

_ [ ..... StrainRelief /

" "_--_ 4#10 AWGminimumcopper

_cver _'_-----.A_ conductorsor 120/240V30Apower

supplycordkit markedfor usewith dryersandprovidedwith closedloop or spadeterminalswith upturned ends(net supplied)

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRICDRYER(cont.)

CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION

GreenGround Ground Strain

Ifrequired,by localcode, installexternal

ground(not provided)to grounded

metal,cold water pipe,

or other established

ground determined

byaqualified electrician.

Screw Strap Relief

HotWire Bracket

Screws

.Neutral Wire

(white) ]

3/4" UL Recognized

StrainRelief

Cover

3#10AWGminimumcopper conductorsor 120/240V3OApower supplycordkit markedfor usewith dryersandprovidedwith closedloop or spadeterminalswith upturnedends (notsupplied)

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 entrg hole. Bring power cord through strain

relief.

5. Connect power cord as follows: A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws

of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).

B.Connect the neutral (white)line to the center

of the terminal block (marked N).

6. Be sure ground strap is connected to neutral (center) terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet rear. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely.

7. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.

8. Reinstall the cover.

WARNING - NEVERLEAVETHE

COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER

-A WARNING - Toreducethe

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.

• 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. Ifspace 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.

SEPARATIONOF 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)

[] Duct tape or duct clamp

[] Hacksaw

[] Rigid or UL-listedflexible

metal 4" (10.2cm)duct

[] Vent hood

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO

HOUSE VENT

RIGID METALTRANSITION 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 FLEXIBLEMETAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT

• If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then ULdisted 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 FLEXIBLEMETAL (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 ONLYin 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" 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.

FOR TRANSITION VENTING

(DRYER TO WALL}, DO:

• DO cut duct

DO NOT:

• DO NOT bend or

as short as possible and

install straight into wall.

• DO use elbows when turns are

necessary.

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

-A WARNING - USEONLYMETAL

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

Using exhaust longer than specified length will:

• Increase the drging times and the energg cost.

• Reduce the drger life.

• Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.

The correct exhaust installation is YOUR

RESPONSIBILITY. Problems due to incorrect installation

are not covered bg the warrantg.

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 ang other obstruction with the opening pointed down.

SEPARATION OF TURNS

The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE length of the exhaust sgstem depends upon the tgpe

of duct, number of turns, the tgpe of exhaust hood (wall cap) and all conditions noted below.

EXHAUST LENGTH

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH

Exhaust Hood Types

Recommended Use onlg for short-

run installations

4" DIA

_. 4" DIA

-_ 4" I_---

No. of 90°

Elbows

1 2 3 4 5

Rigid

Metal

150 Feet 135 Feet 125 Feet 115 Feet 105 Feet

95 Feet

Rigid

Metal

125 Feet 115 Feet 105 Feet

95 Feet 85 Feet 75 Feet

4" DIA

For best performance, separate all turns bg at least/4 ft. of straight duct, including

the distance between the last turn and the exhaust hood.

TURNS OTHER THAN 90 °

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

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

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

SEALING OF JOINTS

• All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each section of duct must

point awag from the drger.

• Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that extend into the duct. Theg will serve as

a collection point for lint.

• Duct joints can be made air- and moisture-tight

bg wrapping the overlapped joints with duct

tape.

• Horizontal runs should slope down toward the outdoors 1/2" 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 ang lint from the wall exhaust opening.

Wall

Internal

Duct Opening

"__ Checkthat exhaust

and closes freely.

hooddamperopens

STANDARD REAR EXHAUST

We recommend that gou install gour drger before installing gour washer. This will permit direct access for easier exhaust

connection. Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back

of the druer 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.

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.

-A WARNING - BEFOREPERFORMING

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

Removedesired

knockout(oneonly)

ADDING A NEW DUCT

Fixinghole Portion"A"

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.

ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET

Internalduct

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.

Fixinghole

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

TAB LOCATION

Notfor gas

Bendtab up45°

Rear opening

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

Sideopening

• Insert the 4" duct through the side opening and connect it to the elbow.

-A CAUTION: Do not pull or damage the

electrical wires end do not remove the vingl cover from the electrical components inside the drger when inserting the duct. A slight interference meg occur between the exhaust end the wire components.

Through the rear opening, locate the tab in the middle of the appliance base. Lift the tab to about /45°, using a flat-blade screwdriver.

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

-ACAUTION:

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:

Drger Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet

for Gas and Electric models.

WARNING - BEFOREPERFORMING

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

Removedesired knockout(oneonly)

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

and remove the bottom knockout.

Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete the exhaust system. Cover back opening

with a plate (Kit WEllVl4S4) available from your local service provider. Place dryer in final location.

WAR NING - NEVERLEAVE

THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE.

(Kit WEIM454)

Fixinghole

123_'' _1

Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

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