General Electric GFD45GSPKDG, GFD45ESPKDG User Manual
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .........2
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Controls ............................ 4
Loading and Using .....................8
CARE AND CLEANING ...........8
Venting ...............................9
Reversing the Door Swing .............10
Stacking .............................14
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS ......17
CONSUMER SUPPORT
Warranty ........................... 21
Consumer Support ................... 22
OWNER’S MANUAL
GFDS175
GFDS170
GFDN160
GFD45
DRYERS
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # _________________
Serial # _________________
They are on the label on
the front of the dryer behind
the door.
234D2270P003
49-90556-1 05-16 GEA
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill you or hurt you and others. All
safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words
are defined as:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
DO NOT dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
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 load to catch fire.
DO NOT allow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when this appliance
is used near children. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
DO NOT reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
DO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
DO NOT tamper with controls,
recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have
the skills to carry out .
DO NOT use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
DO NOT use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
Clean lint screen before or after each load. DO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.
Do not store combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable liquids near the dryer.
and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt. Keep dryer area clear and free from items
that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressing the Power or Start/Pause button DOES NOT
disconnect power.
DO NOT operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
DO NOT spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any time. Do not use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer
interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur
See “Electrical Connection” located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
Keep area around the exhaust opening
.
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ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS
WARNING
- DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• DO NOT try to light any appliance.
• DO NOT touch any electrical switch; DO NOT use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building, or area of any occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
or to prevent damage, personal injury, or death.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings
WARNING
Gas appliances can cause low-level exposure to some of these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and
soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Exposure to these substances can be minimized by
properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
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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.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away
from dryer.
DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it
(even after washing).
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Models: GFDS170, GFDS175 and GFD45– Steam Dryer with HE SensorDry™
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No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it
(including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a
clothesline or by using an air dry cycle.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
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WARNING
Fire Hazard
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Control settings.
Quick Start
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Press the
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If the screen is dark, a press
of the Power button will
“wake up” the display.
Select a dry cycle. (Defaults are set
2
for each cycle. These default
settings can be changed. See
Control settings for more
information.)
Power
1
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.
Dry Cycles
2
The dry cycle controls the length and tumble speed of the drying process. The chart below will help you match the dry
setting with the loads.
Power
button.
Mixed Loads
Cottons
Delicates
Bulky/Bedding or
Bulky Items
Perm Press/Casuals
Press the Start/Pause button.
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For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.
For cottons and most linens.
For lingerie and special-care fabrics.
For large coats, bed spreads, mattress covers, sleeping bags, blankets, comforters, jackets, small rugs,
and similar large and bulky items.
Clothing worn for active sports exercise and some casual wear. Fabrics include new technology
finishes and stretch fibers such as Spandex. Also for clothing labeled Easy Care or Perma Press: For
wrinkle-free and permanent press items.
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Quick Dry
Towels/Sheets
Steam Dewrinkle
Full Loads
(on some models)
Dewrinkle
Full Loads
(on some models)
Warm Up
Air Fluff/No Heat
Time 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.
Use for towels OR sheets. It is not recommended to mix towels and sheets in the same load.
Provides 20 minutes of steam drying to assist with dewrinkling clothes.
for an extended time.
Provides 20 minutes of drying to assist with dewrinkling items that are dry or slightly damp. This
cycle is not recommended for delicate fabrics.
Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.
Provides 10 minutes of tumbling time without heat.
Use to set your own dry time. Time Dry is also recommended for small loads. To use:
1. Turn dry cycle dial to Time Dry.
2. Increase the drying time by pressing the Add Time button.
Note: This button only increases the time. When max time is reached, pressing the button again
will reset the counter to the lowest setting.
3. Select the Temp.
4. Close the door.
5. Press Start/Pause.
Ideal for loads left in dryer
Add Time
Press to add time to the Steam Dewrinkle,
Dewrinkle, Warm Up, Air Fluff or Time Dry
cycles in 10 minute increments.
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Control settings.
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Temp
You can change the temperature of your dry
cycle.
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.
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.
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
Damp For leaving items partially damp.
Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).
NOTE: Sensor dry Level only works with
Cottons, Normal, Perm Press, Delicates,
Quick Dry, Bulky, Towels/Sheets, Dewrinkle
and Steam Dewrinkle cycles.
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.
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Steam Refresh Cycle (on some models)
For slightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly
reduces wrinkles on up to 5 garments. After the
Steam Refresh Cycle, the unit will beep and display
“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 the cycle will be complete.
Sanitize
This option reduces certain types of bacteria
by 99.8%, including: Staphylococcus aureus,
Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella
pneumoniae. The anti-bacterial process occurs
when high heat is used during a portion of the
drying cycle.
Delay Dry
Use to delay the start of your dryer.
1. Choose your dry cycle and any options.
2. Press Delay Dry. You can change the delay time
in 1 hour increments up to 24 hours, using the
Delay Dry button.
3. Press the Start/Pause button to start the
countdown.
NOTE: A single extremely light fabric item may
need to have an additional item included to
achieve optimum results.
NOTE: Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics.
NOTE: If the door is opened while the dryer is in
Delay Dry, the countdown time will not restart
unless the door is closed and Start/Pause button
has been pressed again.
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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, and the dryer will
continue to dry.
Ext Tumble/Wrinkle Care
Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 60
minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are
dry. The beeper will sound every five minutes as a
reminder to remove the clothes.
Volume
Alerts you that the cycle is complete. The beeper
will continue to sound every minute for the next 5
minutes, until the clothes have been removed. The
clothes should be removed when the beeper goes
off so wrinkles don’t set in.
Lock Control
You can lock the controls to prevent any
selections from being made. Or you can lock
or unlock the controls after you have started a
cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by
touching buttons with this option selected.
To lock the dryer, press and hold the Lock
Control button for 3 seconds.
Removing clothes and hanging them when they are
damp can reduce the need to iron some items.
The estimated time remaining display will show
“0:00”.
The extended tumble time does not get added to
the cycle time on the display.
Press Volume to select low, medium or high volume,
or to turn the beeper off.
To turn on or off the sounds the buttons make
when pressed, press and hold the Volume button
for 3 seconds.
To unlock the dryer controls, press and hold the
Lock Control button for 3 seconds.
A sound is made to indicate the lock/unlock
status.
The indicator light above the button will
illuminate when the controls are locked.
NOTE: The Power button can still be used when
the machine is locked.
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My
Cycle
Clean Filter Message
This message represents only a reminder and does
not always appear when the filter needs cleaning.
The filter should be cleaned after every drying cycle
is complete.
Display
Displays the approximate time remaining until
the end of the cycle.
As the cycle begins, you will see an initial
approximate total cycle time in the display.
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 Temp and Level settings to fit your
needs.
3. Select any drying options you want.
This message will disappear after the Start/
Pause button is pressed. Even though you may
have already cleaned the filter (before or after the
Power button has been pressed), the “Clean Filter”
message will still be displayed until the Start/Pause
button is activated.
Then lights will “race” in the display. This means
the dryer is continuously monitoring the amount
of moisture in the load. The lights will continue
until the dryer senses a low level of moisture in
the load. At that point , the dryer will calculate
and display the approximate time remaining.
4. Press and hold the My Cycle button for 3
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.
To change your stored My Cycle combination:
Repeat steps 1–4.
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Using the dryer.
Always follow the 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.
Do not overload. This wastes energy and
causes wrinkling.
Care and Cleaning of the Dryer.
The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before
each use.
Pull out the lint filter. Moisten your fingers
and remove the captured lint. Once clean,
slide the filter back into position. Have a
qualified technician vacuum the lint from the
dryer once a year.
NEVER OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS
FILTER IN PLACE.
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 Appliances 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 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.
Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of
the appliance and exhaust duct should be
cleaned once a year by qualified service
personnel.
The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the
exhaust ducting at least once a year to
prevent clogging. A partially clogged exhaust
can lengthen the drying time.
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.
Drum Lamp
The drum lamp comes on automatically
when the door is opened.
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.
Order replacement bulb WE4M305 on-line
at GEApplianceParts.com, by phone at
800.626.2002 during normal business hours,
or purchase appliance bulb 7C7 from your
local retailer.
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About venting the dryer.
Venting the Dryer
For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy
and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in
the Installation Instructions.
Use only rigid metal 4” diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or UL listed
flexible metal 4” diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside.
Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
Use the shortest length possible.
Do not crush or collapse.
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
Venting must conform to local building codes.
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WARNING
This 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 dryer transition duct to connect the dryer
to the home exhaust.
DO NOT use a plastic vent.
DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling,
attic, crawl space, or concealed space of a building.
DO NOT install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.
DO NOT install a booster fan in the exhaust duct.
DO NOT use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length table.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
Correct
Venting
- Fire Hazard
Incorrect
Venting
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired)
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Read the instructions all the way through before
starting.
• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid
using them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work surface for
the doors.
• Normal completion time to reverse the door swing
is 30–60 minutes.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the
cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing the hinges
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to switch them back to the right side, follow these
same instructions and reverse all references
to the left and right.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips-head screwdriver Putty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver
DOOR PARTS
6 - Tapping Screws 4 - Hinge Screws 8 - Machine Screws 4 - Beauty Buttons 2 - Strike Bracket
BEFORE YOU START
Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet.
Inner DoorOuter Ring
Hinge
Hinge Cover
Screws
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Installation Instructions
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REMOVE THE DOOR ASSEMBLY
A. Open the door to approximately 130 degrees.
B. Remove the 6 tapping screws located around
the perimeter of the door outlining the gasket .
Remove the outer ring.
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REMOVE HINGE AND COVER
IMPORTANT: Note the location of the hinge (left or
right) before removing.
A. Remove the 6 machine screws from the hinge
and the 2 machine screws from the hinge cover.
Hinge
Cover
Hinge
B. With the screws removed, turn the door over and
separate the outer door assembly and hinge cover
of the door from the door frame and set aside.
Hinge
Cover
C. Remove 3 hinge screws starting at the bottom
and move up. Make sure the door is supported
while removing the screws.
Then loosen top
screw , remove door
and remove screw
First remove
three lower
hinge screws
Hinge
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REINSTALL HINGE ASSEMBLY
A. Place the hinge in the opposite side of the door
as shown. Push the hinge in place until the hinge
holes align with the door holes.
Hinge shown
on opposite
side
D. Loosen the top screw as shown. Unhook the door
by lifting and pulling. Remove the top screw.
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired)
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REINSTALL HINGE ASSEMBLY (cont.)
B. Hold the hinge in place and turn the door over.
Install the hinge using the 6 machine screws
removed earlier.
Hinge
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REINSTALL HINGE COVER
A. Turn the door over and place the hinge cover in
the opposite side of the door as shown. Align the
hinge cover holes with the holes in the door.
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REINSTALL HINGE COVER (cont.)
B. Hold the hinge cover in place and turn the door
over. Install the hinge cover using the 2 machine
screws removed earlier.
Hinge
Cover
MOVE STRIKE BRACKET
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A. Using a putty knife or any other flat tool, remove
the 4 beauty buttons located on the dryer where
the door will be installed and install them on the
opposite side.
Hinge cover
shown on
opposite
side
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MOVE STRIKE BRACKET (cont.)
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B. Switch the strike bracket and its cover to the
opposite side by removing the screws. Reinstall
both on the opposite side.
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REINSTALL DOOR ASSEMBLY
A. Install the door on the dryer. To ease this step,
the hinge has keyholes that allow a partially
fastened screw to be used as a hook.
Partially fasten a screw to the uppermost screw
hole. Hook the door on the partially fastened
screw.
Fasten the hinge by installing the other 3 screws
and tightening the partially fastened screw
above.
First partially install
top hinge screw in
dryer and hang door
from it
Then secure with all
screws
B. Align the outer ring in the door and fasten the 6
tapping screws located around the perimeter of
the door outlining the gasket .
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Installation Instructions
STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired)
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.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
•
instructions with the Consumer.
Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for
•
future reference.
Service must be performed by a qualified
•
installer.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the
•
installer.
• Disconnect power before installing. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Use two or more people to install dryer.
Failure to do so may result in back or other injury.
• Avoid Tipping and Rupture of Utility Services.
Dryer must be securely attached to the washer.
DO NOT place the washer on top of the dryer.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury/
death or property damage.
• Mobile Home or Manufactured Home Installation
– Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a
mobile home or manufactured home.
- Excessive Weight Hazard
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and
for air opening are: 0” both sides; 1” rear; 1” top.
Consideration must be given to provide adequate
clearance for installation and service.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR
CLOSET INSTALLATION
WARNING
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18” (46 cm) above the floor for a
garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See
the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section.
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Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
0” either side
1” front
1” rear
1” top
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Consideration must be given to provide adequate
clearance for installation and service.
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Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches
(387 square cm) of open area. If the closet
contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must
contain a minimum of 120 square inches (774
square cm) of open area.
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED IN
THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION OF
THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER THAN 1” OF
REAR CLEARANCE.
Gas Dryers Only:
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No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed
in the same closet as a gas dryer.
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The dryer must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping during pressure testing at pressures
greater than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
•
A 1/8 inch NPT minimum plugged tapping,
accessible for test gauge connection, must be
installed immediately upstream of the gas supply
connection to the dryer.
- Explosion Hazard
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