General Electric GTD42EASJWW Installation

Installation Dryers Instructions
Questions? Call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local
• electrical inspector’s use.
IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s
• instructions and local codes.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions
with the Consumer.
Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future
reference.
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a
• qualified installer.
This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
Before the old dryer is removed from service or
• discarded, remove the dryer door.
Service information and the wiring diagram are located
• in the control console.
Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close
• supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not
• covered under the Warranty
Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
• Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with UL-listed duct.
.
WARNING
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a
qualified installer.
Install the clothes dryer according to these
• instructions and local codes.
DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic
• venting materials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is installed, it must be UL-listed and installed in accordance with the instructions found in “Connecting the Dryer to House Vent” later in this manual. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
DO NOT install or store this appliance in any
• location where it could be exposed to water or weather.
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow
• all installation instructions.
Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave
• these instructions with the customer.)
FOR GAS DRYERS ONLY IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS, THE FOLLOWING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS APPLY:
Installation must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State.
If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.
A flexible gas connector, when used, must not
exceed 3 feet.
- Fire Hazard
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Installation Instructions
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.
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 literature and bag containing accessories.
ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS
Cubic
Foot
6.2
7.2
7.4
7.4
(with
Riser)
XY
43 3/8”
(110 cm)
43 3/8”
(110 cm)
43 3/4”
(111 cm)
45 1/2”
(116 cm)
26 3/4” (68 cm)
29 1/2” (75 cm)
30 1/2” (78 cm)
30 1/2” (78 cm)
27”
(68.8 cm)
Y
X
Side ViewFront View
4 1/4”
(10.8 cm)
X
4 5/8”
(11.7 cm)
or
6 1/2”
(16.5 cm)
with Riser
STEAM WATER HOSES:
GE Appliances strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts. These hoses are manufactured and tested to meet GE Appliances specifications.
GE Appliances strongly recommends the use of new water supply hoses. Hoses degrade over time and need to be replaced every 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failures and water damage.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Part Number Accessory
WE25X20060 Complete Kit (hoses, Y-adapter washers) (included)
OR
WE1M847 Long Hose and WE01X22395 Short Hose PM14X10056 Dryer door opening vent brush
(not included)
WX14X10007 LintEater™ Dryer rotary tube brush
(not included)
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Installation Instructions
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.
Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
0” either side 1” front 1” rear 1” top
Consideration must be given to provide adequate
clearance for installation and service.
Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of open area. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 square inches 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:
No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed
in the same closet as a gas dryer.
The dryer must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping during pressure testing at pressures greater than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
A 1/8 inch NPT minimum plugged tapping,
accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer.
- Explosion Hazard
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0” both sides; 1” rear; 1” on top. Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.
MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION
Installation MUST conform to the MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY STANDARD, TITLE 24, PART 32–80 or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH, or, when such standard is not applicable, with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME, ANSI/NFPA NO. 501B.
The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors.
The exhaust vent MUST be securely fastened to
a non-combustible portion of the mobile home.
The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a
mobile or manufactured home.
The vent duct material MUST BE METAL.
KIT 14-D346-33 MUST be used to attach the dryer
securely to the structure.
The vent MUST NOT be connected to any other
duct, vent or chimney.
DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other
fastening devices which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent.
Provide an opening with a free area of at least
25 square inches for introduction of outside air into the dryer room.
See the sections for electrical connection
information.
POWER CORDS:
GE Appliances strongly recommends the use of factory specified parts. Select the power cord to fit your installation requirements.
Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Part Number Type Length Amperage
WX9X2 3-Prong 4 Feet 30 WX9X3 3-Prong 5 Feet 30
WX9X4 3-Prong 6 Feet 30 WX9X18 4-Prong 4 Feet 30 WX9X19 4-Prong 5 Feet 30 WX9X20 4-Prong 6 Feet 30
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Installation Instructions
CONNECTING INLET HOSES
CONNECTING INLET HOSES
(on some models)
To produce steam, the dryer must connect to the cold water supply. Since the washer must also connect to the cold water, a “Y” connector is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to make that connection at the same time.
NOTE: Use the new inlet hoses provided; never use old hoses.
1. Turn the cold water faucet off. Remove the
washer inlet hose from the washer fill valve connector (cold).
2. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and
attach one female coupling of the short hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
3. Attach one male end of the “Y” connector to the
other female coupling of the short hose. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
CONNECTING INLET HOSES
(on some models) (cont.)
7. Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an
additional two–thirds turn.
NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the couplings may result.
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 one male end of the ‘’Y’’ connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
6. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the other end of the dryer’s long inlet hose to the fill valve connector at the bottom of the dryer back panel. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
8. Turn the water faucet on.
9. Check for leaks around the ‘’Y’’ connector, faucet
and hose couplings.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42 in. (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The faucets MUST be 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) garden hose-type so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch. Your water department can advise you of your water pressure.
NOTE: A water softener is recommended to reduce buildup of scale inside the steam generator if the home water supply is very hard.
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Installation Instructions
CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers)
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
10” Adjustable
wrenches (2)
8” Pipe wrench
Slip-joint pliers
Flat-blade
screwdriver
Level
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4” dia. metal elbow
Pipe compound or
PTFE tape
4” dia., UL-listed
flexible metal duct (if needed)
Gloves
• Before beginning the installation, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall.
• Turn the dryer’s gas shut-off valve in the supply line to the OFF position.
Shut-off Valve
Flexible gas line
connector
Duct clamps (2) or
Spring clamps (2)
Safety glasses
4” dia. metal duct
(recommended)
4” Cover Plate (Kit
WE49X22606)
Soap solution for
leak detection
Exhaust hood
Duct tape
Gas pipe adapters (2),
elbow and pipe plug
• Disconnect and discard old flexible gas connector and ducting material.
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CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers) (cont.)
GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
• Use a new CSA International approved flexible gas supply line. Never reuse old flexible connectors.
• Install an individual manual shut-off valve within 6ft. of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
• Securely tighten all gas connections.
• If connected to LP gas, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure DOES NOT exceed 13” water column.
• Examples of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.
• Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
• The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
- Explosion Hazard
GAS SUPPLY
A 1/8” National Pipe Taper thread plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer. Contact your local gas utility should you have questions on the installation of the plugged tapping.
Supply line is to be 1/2” rigid pipe and equipped
with an accessible shutoff within 6 feet of, and in the same room with, the dryer.
Use pipe thread compound appropriate for
natural or LP gas or use PTFE tape.
Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and
gas supply.
WARNING
FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS ONLY
Dryer as produced by manufacturer is to be used only with a natural gas supply. A manufacturer-supplied conversion kit is required to convert this dryer for propane gas supply. Use propane gas conversion kit WE25X217. Conversion must be made by properly trained and qualified personnel in accordance with local codes and ordinances.
- Fire Hazard
DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
1-7/8"
3-1/8"
3/8" NPT MALE THREAD GAS SUPPLY
NOTE: Add to vertical dimension the distance between cabinet bottom to floor.
• You must use with this dryer a flexible metal connector (listed connector ANSI Z21.24/CSA 6.10). The length of the connect shall not exceed 3 ft.
ADJUSTING FOR ELEVATION
Gas clothes dryers input ratings are based on sea level operation and need not be adjusted for operation at or below 2000 ft. elevation. For operation at elevations above 2000 ft., input ratings should be reduced at a rate of 4 percent for each 1000 ft. above sea level.
Installation must conform to local codes and
ordinances or, in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223.
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Installation Instructions
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY
Install a female 3/8” NPT elbow at the end of the
A
dryer gas inlet.
Install a 3/8” flare union adapter to the female
elbow.
IMPORTANT: Use a pipe wrench to securely hold
on to the end of the dryer gas inlet to prevent twisting the inlet.
NOTE: Apply pipe compound or PTFE tape to the
threads of the adapter and dryer gas inlet.
New Metal Flexible Gas Line Connector
Adapter
Elbow
Items not supplied
Attach the flexible metal gas line connector to
B
3/8” NPT
the adapter.
Adapter
1/8” NPT Pipe Plug for Checking Gas Inlet Pressure
Shut-Off Valve
Pipe size at least 1/2”
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY (cont.)
Install a 1/8” NPT plugged tapping to the dryer
D
gas line shut-off valve for checking gas inlet pressure.
Install a flare union adapter to the plugged
tapping.
NOTE: Apply pipe compound or PTFE tape
to the threads of the adapter and plugged tapping.
Apply pipe compound or PTFE tape to all male threads.
Shut-Off Valve
Tighten all connections, using two adjustable
E
wrenches. Do not overtighten.
Plugged Tapping
Apply pipe compound to the adapter and dryer gas inlet
Tighten the flexible gas line connection, using
C
two adjustable wrenches.
Open the gas shut-off valve.
F
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CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers) (cont.)
TEST FOR LEAKS
Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks.
Check all connections for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent.
Apply a soap solution. The leak test solution must not contain ammonia, which could cause damage to the brass fittings.
If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the joint and repeat the soap test.
Open Gas Valve
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS
WARNING
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
DO NOT remove ground prong. DO NOT use an adapter. DO NOT use an extension cord.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical shock.
Circuit – Individual properly polarized and grounded 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
Power Supply – 2-wire plus ground, 120 Volt,
single phase, 60 Hz, alternating current.
Outlet Receptacle –
Properly grounded 3-prong receptacle to be located so the power cord is accessible when the dryer is in an installed position. If a 2-prong receptacle is present, it is the owner’s responsibility to have a licensed electrician replace it with a properly grounded 3-prong grounding type receptacle.
- Electrical Shock Hazard
Ensure proper ground exists before use.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS (cont.)
Dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 or CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE, CSA C22.1. Check with a licensed electrician if you are not sure that the dryer is properly grounded.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician, or service representative or personnel, if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. DO NOT modify the plug on the power supply cord. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
If required by local codes, an external 18 gauge
or larger copper ground wire (not provided) may be added. Attach to dryer cabinet with a #8-18 x ½” sheet metal screw (available at any hardware store) to rear of dryer as illustrated.
Ground Screw
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Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
Installation Instructions
CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER
(Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached)
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Slip-joint pliers
Flat-blade
screwdriver
Phillips
screwdriver
Level
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4” dia. metal elbow
3/4” Strain relief
(UL recognized)
4” Duct clamps (2) or
4” spring clamps (2)
Gloves
Exhaust hood
Duct tape
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.
Safety glasses
4” dia. metal duct
(recommended)
4” dia., UL-listed
flexible metal duct (if needed)
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.
4” Cover plate (Kit
WE49X22606)
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CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.)
(Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached)
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS
For electrical connections using a power cord:
WARNING
Use a new UL-listed 240V 30 amp dryer power supply cord with closed ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.
Use a UL-listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical
connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to
green ground connector. Connect remaining two supply wires to remaining two
terminals. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Replace the terminal block cover. Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical
shock.
- Fire Hazard
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer
must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician, or service representative or personnel, if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. DO NOT modify the
plug on the power supply cord. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS
For direct wire connections:
WARNING
Use 10 gauge copper wire. Use a UL-listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical
connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to
green ground connector. Connect remaining two supply wires to remaining two
terminals. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Replace the terminal block cover. Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical
shock.
- Fire Hazard
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a permanently connected dryer: This
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 equipment­grounding terminal on the appliance.
WARNING
can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician, or service representative or personnel, if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
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Installation Instructions
CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION)
NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code
requires that new constructions use a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. A 4-wire cord must also be used where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral.
3-wire connection is NOT for use on new construction.
Remove ground strap and discard. Keep green ground screw
Screws (2)
Neutral (white)
Screw
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).
1. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the
dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.
2. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall
receptacle.
3. Remove the power cord cover located at the lower back.
4. Remove and discard ground strap. Keep the green
ground screw for Step 7.
5. Install 3/4 in. UL-recognized strain relief to power cord
entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.
6. Connect power cord as follows: A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the
terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of the
terminal block (marked N).
7. Attach ground wire of power cord with the green
ground screw (hole above strain relief bracket). Tighten all terminal block screws (3) securely.
8. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.
9. Reinstall the cover.
NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
Hot Wire
Hot Wire
Strain Relief Bracket
Relocate green ground screw here
Green Wire
3/4” UL Recognized Strain Relief
CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION
If required, by local code, install external ground (not provided) to grounded metal, cold water pipe, or other established ground determined by a qualified electrician.
Hot Wire
Green Ground Screw & Ground Strap
Screws (2)
Neutral (white)
Screw
Hot Wire
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).
Strain Relief Bracket
3-wire Connection
Not for use in Canada. DO NOT use for Mobile Home Installations. NOT for use on new construction. NOT for use on recreational vehicles. NOT for use in areas where local codes prohibit
grounding through the neutral conduction.
1. Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the
dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.
2. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall
receptacle.
3. Remove the power cord cover located at the lower
back.
4. Install 3/4-in. UL-recognized strain relief to power
cord entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.
5. Connect power cord as follows: A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the
terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of the
terminal block (marked N).
6. Be sure ground strap is connected to neutral (center)
terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet rear. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) securely.
7. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.
8. Reinstall the cover.
3/4” UL Recognized Strain Relief
NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER
WARNING
This dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home
exhaust duct. Use only 4” rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition
duct to connect the dryer to the home exhaust.
DO NOT use a plastic vent. DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust,
gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or concealed space of a building.
DO NOT install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. DO NOT install a booster fan in the exhaust duct. DO NOT use duct longer than specified in the
exhaust length table. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death or fire.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT
Phillips-head screwdriver
Duct tape or duct
clamp
Rigid or UL-listed
flexible metal 4” (10.2 cm) duct
PARTS AVAILABLE FROM GEAPPLIANCES.COM OR LOCAL SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
PM8X85 PM08X10085
WX08X10130 WE49X22606
Outdoor exhaust hood 8’ Flexible metal clothes dryer
transition duct with 2 clamps 4” Dryer exhaust clamp Rear exhaust opening cover, for side
or bottom vented dryers
- Fire Hazard
Drill with 1/8” drill bit
(for bottom venting)
Hacksaw
Vent hood
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT
RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT
For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition
duct is recommended.
Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing
and kinking.
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL CLOTHES DRYER TRANSITION DUCT
If rigid metal cannot be used, then UL-LISTED flexible
metal clothes dryer transition duct (GE Appliances part –
Never install transition duct in walls, ceilings, floors or
other enclosed spaces.
Total length of transition duct should not exceed 8’ (2.4 m).
For many applications, installing elbows at both the dryer and the wall is highly recommended (see illustrations at right). Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to the wall without kinking and/or crushing the transition duct, maximizing drying performance.
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE) TRANSITION DUCT
In special installations, it may be necessary to connect
• the dryer to the home exhaust vent using flexible metal (foil-type) transition duct. UL–LISTED universal flexible dryer transition duct (GE Appliances parts – PM8X73 or WX8X73) may be used ONLY in installations where rigid metal or flexible metal transition ducting cannot be used AND where a 4” diameter can be maintained throughout the entire length of the transition duct.
In Canada and the United States, only transition ducts that
comply with “UL 2158A STANDARD FOR CLOTHES DRYER TRANSITION DUCT” shall be used
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
For best drying performance:
1. Slide one end of the duct over the clothes dryer
2. Secure the duct with a clamp.
3. With the dryer in its permanent position, extend
4. Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the
PM08X10085) can be used.
.
outlet pipe.
the duct to its full length. Allow 2 overlap the exhaust pipe. Cut off and remove excess duct. Keep the duct as straight as possible for maximum airflow.
other clamp.
of duct to
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