GE UPVH880, DPVH880 User Manual

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Operating Instructions
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–8
Cycle Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 10
Dryer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Settings Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Installation Instructions
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13–14
Connecting an
Electric Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20–22
Exhausting the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . .23–31
Final Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32, 33
Installing the Pedestal . . . . . . . . . .43–45
Location of your Dryer . . . . . . . . . .14–15
Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . .34–39
Stacking the Washer
and Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40–42
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .46–48
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
DPVH880 UPVH880
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Consumer Support
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Warranty (Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Dr yers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # ______________
Serial #________________
They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door.
175D1807P609 49-90341-1 04-08 JR
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 4diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Never use plastic or other combustible, easy-to-puncture ductwork.
For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER
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.
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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
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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.
You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics
or reduce the static electricity in them by using a dryer-applied 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
About the dryer control panel.
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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Quick Start
If the screen is dark, press the POWER button to “wake up” the display.
Press the
POWER
button.
Select a cycle by turning the Cycle Knob.
If you selected a SENSOR CYCLE – just press the START/PAUSE button.
If you selected a TIMED 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.
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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.
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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
DEWRINKLE For removing wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp. This cycle is not
recommended for delicate fabrics.
WARM UP Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.
AIR FLUFF Use this feature to tumble items without heat.
My Cycle (on some models)
MY CYCLE Press to use, create or modify custom dry cycles.
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 and buttons. You can increase the time in 10-minute
increments up to 21⁄2 hours.
3. Select the DRY TEMP.
4. Close the door.
5. Press START/PAUSE.
Sensor Dry Level
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.
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Dry Temp
You can change the temperature of your dry cycle.
ANTI-BACTERIAL This option may only be used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. This option reduces
certain types of bacteria by 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.
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 P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers.
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 restart the dry cycle.
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 LEVEL settings to fit your needs.
3. Select any drying OPTIONS you want.
4. Press and hold the MY CYCLE button for three seconds to store your selection. A beep will sound
and the button will light up.
To recall your stored MY CYCLE combination: Press the MY CYCLE button before drying a load. The light around 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
“CLEAN LINT FILTER” (message)
This message stays on for 15 minutes after the cycle finishes. This message is only a reminder.
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Special Cycle Status OR Dryer Rack OR Timed Dry
Est. Cycle Time OR Time to Dry
Delay Time Status
Lint Filter Status Screen
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About the dryer control panel.
Specialty Cycles
1. Turn the CYCLE knob to SPECIAL 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: Garments
Jeans
Khakis
Coats
Hosiery/Bras (use mesh bag)
Bed and Bath
Towels
Sheets
Blankets (Cotton)
Down Pillows/Comforters
Other Specialty
Throw Rugs
Pet Bedding
Performance Garments
Fleece
Dryel
Fragile Cotton
Dryer Rack
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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.
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About cycle options.
NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models. ge.com
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Extend Tumble
Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 60 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are dry. The beeper will sound every 2 minutes to remind you to remove the clothes. The ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display will show 00.
The light around the button will light up when
EXTEND 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.
Removing clothes and hanging them when they are damp can reduce the need to iron some items.
The light around the button will light up when
DAMP ALERT is on.
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.
The light around the button will light up when
DRUM LIGHT is on.
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 or arrow pads.
3. Press the START/PAUSE button to start
the countdown.
The countdown time will be shown in the
ESTIMATED TIME REMAININGdisplay.
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 around the button will light up when
DELAY START is on.
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.
To lock the dryer, press the LOCK button. To unlock the dryer, press and hold the LOCK button for 3 seconds.
The light around 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.
Press to lock control. Hold 3 seconds to unlock.
Settings
Under the SETTINGS option, you can adjust the volume or the brightness of the display.
VOLUME
End of Cycle (signal) volume can be set
from HIGH, MED, LOW or OFF.
Control Sounds volume can be set from
HIGH, MED, LOW or OFF.
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS can be set from HIGH, MED or LOW.
After you have made your selection, press ENTER.
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About dryer features.
Built-in Rack Dry System™with TumbleCare Baffles
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™with TumbleCare Baffles
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 DRYING 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.
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
opening from
inside the drum. Remove the
bulb and replace with the same size bulb.
About cycle options.
NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models.
Engage the handle posts
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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 DRYING RACK button.
5. Select the desired time.
6. Press the START/PAUSE button.
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.
Drying Rack (Optional Accessory)
A handy drying rack may be used for drying delicate items such as washable sweaters. Place items flat on the drying rack and block such items as wool sweaters and delicate fabrics. Dry with low heat.
To install the drying rack, pull up the lint filter slightly. Insert the drying rack into the slots, then push the filter back down.
NOTE:
The drying rack must be used with the TIMED DRY or RACK DRY
(on some models) cycles.
Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.
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Using the dryer.
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 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.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
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
Dry flat
In the shade
Dry Labels
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
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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.
Fabric Care Labels
Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
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
.
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death,
follow all installation instructions.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
Risk of Fire
Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-inch
diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Never use plastic or other combustible easy-to-puncture ductwork.
Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic
venting materials. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
This appliance must be properly grounded and
installed as described in these instructions.
Do not install or store appliance in an area where
it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
The National Fuel Gas Code restricts installations
of gas appliances in garages. They must be 18 inches off the ground and protected by a barrier from vehicles.
Install the dryer where the temperature is above
50°F for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
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.
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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.
DRYER DIMENSIONS
27
(68.6 cm)
39.5
(100.3 cm)
33.5
(85.1 cm)
39.5
(100.3 cm)
Side View
Front View
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.
53
(134.6 cm)
27
(68.6 cm)
51
(129.5 cm)
39.1
(993 cm)
32.34
(847 cm)
39.1
(993 cm)
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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:
0either side 3front 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.
10″ Adjustable
wrenches (2)
8Pipe wrench
Slip joint pliers
Flat-blade screwdriver
Level
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers)
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 shutoff valve in the supply line to the OFF position.
Disconnect and discard old flexible gas connector and ducting material.
Shutoff Valve
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4dia. metal elbow
Pipe compound
Flexible gas line
connector
Duct clamps (2) or
Spring clamps (2)
Safety glasses
4dia. metal duct
(recommended)
4dia. flexible metal
duct (if needed)
Gloves
Soap solution for
leak detection
Exhaust hood
Duct tape
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GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
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 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
3/8NPT MALE THREAD GAS SUPPLY
NOTE: Add to vertical dimension the distance between cabinet bottom to floor.
GAS SUPPLY
A 1/8National 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.
25⁄8(6.7 cm)
2
(5.1 cm)
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
®
tape to
the threads of the adapter and plugged tapping.
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Attach the flexible metal gas line connector to the adapter.
B
Tighten the flexible gas line connection, using two adjustable wrenches.
C
D
Tighten all connections, using two adjustable wrenches. Do not overtighten.
E
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY (cont.)
Apply pipe compound or Teflon
®
tape to all male
threads.
Open the gas shutoff valve.
F
Shut-off Valve
Plugged Tapping
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY
Install a female 3/8NPT elbow at the end of the dryer gas inlet.
Install a 3/8flare 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
®
tape to
the threads of the adapter and dryer gas inlet.
Elbow
A
Adapter
Items not supplied
Adapter
1/8NPT Pipe Plug for Checking Gas Inlet Pressure
Shut-Off Valve Pipe size at
least 1/2
3/8NPT
New Metal Flexible Gas Line Connector
Apply pipe compound to the adapter and dryer gas inlet.
CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)
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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 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.
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 three­prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding terminal from this plug.
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
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CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers)
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC 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.
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.
Slip joint pliers
Flat-blade screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Level
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4dia. metal elbow
3/4strain relief
(UL recognized)
4″ duct clamps (2) or
4″ spring clamps (2)
Safety glasses
4dia. metal duct
(recommended)
4dia. flexible metal
duct (if needed)
Gloves
Exhaust hood
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.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS
This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit, protected by the required time­delay fuses or circuit breakers. A three- or four­wire, 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.
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.
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.
Remove ground strap and discard. Keep green ground screw
Hot Wire
Relocate green ground screw here
Green Wire
Strain Relief Bracket
3/4UL Recognized Strain Relief
Hot Wire
Neutral (white)
Screws (3)
Cover
4 #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply cord kit marked for use with dryers and provided with closed loop or spade terminals with upturned ends (not supplied)
CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) (cont.)
WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE
COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
1. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove
the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.
2. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall receptacle.
3. Remove the power cord cover located at the lower back.
4. Remove and discard ground strap. Keep the green ground screw for step 7.
5. Install 3/4 in. UL-recognized strain relief to power cord entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.
6. Connect power cord as follows: A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws
of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center
of the terminal block (marked N).
7. Attach ground wire of power cord with the green ground screw (hole above strain relief bracket). Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely.
8. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.
9. Reinstall the cover.
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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
Strain Relief Bracket
3/4UL Recognized Strain Relief
Hot Wire
Neutral (white)
Screws (3)
Cover
3 #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply cord kit marked for use with dryers and provided with closed loop or spade terminals with upturned ends (not supplied)
CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.)
Green Ground Screw
Ground Strap
CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION
1. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove
the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.
2. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the
wall receptacle.
3. Remove the power cord cover located at the
lower back.
4. Install 3/4 in. UL-recognized strain relief to power
cord entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.
5. Connect power cord as follows: A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws
of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center
of the terminal block (marked N).
6. Be sure ground strap is connected to neutral (center) terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet rear. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely.
7. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.
8. Reinstall the cover.
WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE
COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER
WARNING – To reduce the
risk of fire or personal injury:
This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
Use only metal duct.
Do not terminate exhaust into a chimney, any
gas vent, under an enclosed floor, in a crawl space, wall, ceiling, into an attic or other concealed space of a building. The accumulated lint could create a fire hazard.
Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust system, especially at turns. Inspect and clean at least once a year.
Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with a kitchen exhaust. A combination of lint and grease could create a fire hazard.
Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
This dryer comes ready for rear exhausting.
If space is limited, use the instructions on pages 28–31 to exhaust directly from the sides or bottom of the cabinet.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT
Phillips-head screwdriver
Duct tape or duct clamp
Rigid or UL-listed flexible
metal 4(10.2 cm) duct
Vent hood
Drill with 1/8drill bit
(for bottom venting)
Hacksaw
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 12above
ground level or any other obstruction with the opening pointed down.
If roof vents or louvered plenums are used, they
must be equivalent to a 4dampened wall cap in regard to resistance to airflow, prevention of back drafts and maintenance required to prevent clogging.
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. For turns less than 4 ft. apart, see the Ducting Component Equivalency Chart.
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
outdoors 1/4per foot.
INSULATION
Ductwork that runs through an unheated area
or is near air conditioning should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint buildup.
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USING FLEXIBLE METAL DUCT FOR TRANSITION VENTING
Rigid or semi-rigid metal ducting is recommended for use as transition ducting between the dryer and the wall. In special installations when it is impossible to make a connection with the above recommendations, then a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and wall connection only. The use of this ducting will affect dry time. Only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer should be used. In the United States, the duct must comply with the Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject 2158A.
If flexible metal transition duct is necessary, the following directions must be followed:
Use the shortest length possible.
Stretch the duct to its maximum length.
Do not crush or collapse.
Never use flexible metal ducting inside the wall
or inside the dryer.
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
Venting must conform to local building codes.
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.
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.
Elbows
EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
EQUIVALENT
RIGID NUMBER EQUIVALENT
DUCT PIECES LENGTH X USED = LENGTH
Rigid Metal 1 Ft. X (4) = 4 Ft. Ducting (Preferred)
Elbows 10 Ft. X (3) = 30 Ft. (90°/45°)
Turns Less 2 Ft. X (1) = 2 Ft. Than 4 Ft.
Rigid Ducting 1 Ft. X (5) = 5 Ft.
4Wall Cap 5 Ft. X (1) = 5 Ft.
Total Ductwork Length = 46 Ft.
TOTAL MUST BE LESS THAN OR EQUAL TO 150 FT.
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WARNING
USE ONLY METAL DUCT 4DIAMETER (102 mm FOR CANADA). DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.
Ducting longer than 150 equivalent feet will:
Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
Reduce the dryer life.
Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
Total length of flexible metal duct should not
exceed 7.9(2.4 m).
EXAMPLE ONLY
The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation.
The correct exhaust installation is your responsibility.
Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered by the warranty.
The length of the exhaust system depends upon the type of duct, number of turns and the type of exhaust hood (wall cap), and all conditions noted below. Both rigid and flexible metal ducts are shown in the table.
For satisfactory air movement, the total duct length should not exceed 150 equivalent feet.
4
(10.2 cm)
TRANSITION
DUCTING
(DRYER TO WALL)
INSIDE WALLS/CEILING
(WALL TO WALL CAP)
WALL
CAPS
Less Than 4 Ft.
EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
EQUIVALENT
RIGID NUMBER EQUIVALENT
DUCT PIECES LENGTH X USED = LENGTH
Rigid Metal 1 Ft. X ( ) = Ft. Ducting (Preferred)
Semi-Rigid 25 Ft. X ( ) = Ft. Metal Ducting (inside diameter does not change)
Flexible Metal 50 Ft. X ( ) = Ft. Ducting (inside diameter changes)
Elbows (90°/45°) 10 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Turns less 2 Ft. X ( ) = Ft. Than 4 Ft.
Rigid Metal 1 Ft. X ( ) = Ft. Ducting
Semi-Rigid 2 Ft. X ( ) = Ft. Metal Ducting
Flexible Metal Ft. Ducting Not Recommended
4Wall Cap 5 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Louvered Wall 10 Ft. X ( ) = Ft. Cap
2.5Wall Cap 23 Ft. X ( ) = Ft.
Total Ductwork Length = Ft.
TOTAL MUST BE LESS THAN OR EQUAL TO 150 FT.
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DUCTING COMPONENT EQUIVALENCY CHART
2.5
(6.35
cm)
4
(10.2 cm)
TRANSITION DUCTING
(DRYER TO WALL)
INSIDE WALLS/CEILING
(WALL TO WALL CAP)
WALL CAPS
Less Than 4 Ft.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Remove any lint from the wall exhaust opening.
Internal Duct Opening
Wall
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.
NOTE: We strongly recommend using rigid metal exhaust duct. If using semi-rigid metal duct, cut it to the proper length and avoid bunching of the duct behind the dryer.
For straight-line installation, connect the dryer
exhaust to the wall, using duct tape.
RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE
Using duct elbows will prevent duct kinking and collapsing.
Duct
Transition Ducting
Wall Side
Dryer Side
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.
EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
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SIDE VENTING:
Dryer Exhaust to right of cabinet for Electric models only. Dryer Exhaust to left of cabinet for Gas and Electric models.
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.
Remove screw and save
Remove desired knockout (one only)
Fixing hole
Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.
TAB LOCATION
Bend tab up 45°
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.
ADDING A NEW DUCT
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
Insert the 4elbow 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: Be sure not to pull or damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct. A slight interference may occur between the exhaust and the wire components.
Portion “A”
Left side exhaust
Fixing hole
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.
CAUTION: Internal duct joints must be secured with tape; otherwise, they may separate and cause a safety hazard.
Internal duct
Duct tape
Not for gas
A
133⁄8
Right
Left
Bottom
Rear opening
Side opening
WARNING – NEVER LEAVE
THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE.
(Kit WE1M454)
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SIDE VENTING (cont.)
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.
ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDE EXHAUST)
Plate (Kit WE1M454)
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.
EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
Installation Instructions
BOTTOM VENTING:
Dryer Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet for Gas and Electric models.
Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer. Detach and remove the bottom knockout.
Remove screw and save
Remove desired knockout (one only)
Fixing hole
Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.
ADDING A NEW DUCT
Reconnect the cut
portion A of the duct to the blower housing.
Tape the elbow
in a 90 degree position to prevent rotation.
Insert the elbow
through the rear hole and connect it to portion A. Rotate the elbow through the bottom opening.
While holding down
the pipe and elbow, using your hand through the rear opening, drill a 1/8hole through the bottom tab hole and the pipe as shown in the illustration.
NOTE: Make sure the hole is drilled all the way through the elbow and pipe.
CAUTION: Be sure not to pull or damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct.
While still holding down
the pipe and elbow from the rear opening, screw the pipes in place with the previously saved screw.
Apply duct tape
as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow.
NOTE: Make sure the tape covers the screw hole in portion A where it connects to the elbow.
CAUTION: Internal duct joints must be secured with tape; otherwise, they may separate and cause a safety hazard.
Duct tape
A
123⁄8
Bottom
Rear hole
Bottom opening
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Bottom view
Portion “A”
Fixing hole
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