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If you have any questions,
call 1-800-GECARES
(US) or 1-800-361-3400
(Canada)
or Visit our Web site at: www. GEAppliances.com
BEFOREYOU BEGIN
Read these instructions
completely and
carefully.
"IMPORT. NT-Save hese
instructions
for local inspector's
use.
"IMPORTANT-obse,,,e
all governingcodes
and ordinances.
* Note to Installer-
Be sure to leave
these instructions
with the customer.
* Note
to Customer
- Keep these
instrucOons
with your Use and Care
Book for fhture reference.
* Before the old dwer is removed
f_om
smwice or discarded,
remove the dwer
door.
* Inspect the dwer exhaust outlet and
straighten
the outlet walls if they are
bent.
* Seiwice information
and the wiring dia-
gram are located in the control console.
* Do not allow children
on or in the
appliance.
Close supexMsion of child-
ten is necessa W when the appliance
is
used near children.
* Install the dwer where the temp-
erature is above 50°F for satisf_mtory
operation
of the dwer control
system.
TOOLS YOU
WiLL NEED
(x2)
10" A DJUSTABLE
WRENCHES
8"PIPE W RENCH
LEVEL
SLIP JOINT PLIERS
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER
WARN
NG RIsK oF
* To reduce the risk of severe i_j ury or death, follow all installation
instructions.
* Clothes dryer installation
must be performed
by a qualified installer.
* Install the clothes dwer according
to these instructions
and in accordance
with
local codes. In the absence of local codes, installation
Illust
comply with National
Fuel (;as Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA
54 or the Canadian
Natural (;as and Propane
Installation
Code, CSA B 149.1.
* (,Mifornia Sidle DiJnking
14.'_ter a nd Toxic En_)±wementAct
This act requires the go, ernor of CaliR)rnia to publish a list of substances known to the
state to cause cancer, birth def>cts or other reproductixe harm and requires businesses to
warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances can cause minor
exposure to four of these substances, namel)benzene,
carbon monoxide, formaldehyde
and
soot, caused
primaril)
b) the incomplete
combustion
of natural
gas or [,P fi_els.
Properl) adjusted dQers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these
substances can be minimized fllrther b) properly xenting the dQ'er to the outdoors.
* This (hTer must be exhausted
to the outdoors.
* Use only 4" rigid metal ducting fbr exhausting the clothes (hTer to the outdoors.
* DO NOT install a clothes (hTer with flexible plastic ducting materials.
If flexible
metal (semi-rigid or foil-D,pe ) duct is installed, it must be UL-listed and installed
in accordance
with the instructions
fbt]nd in "Connecting
Tile Dryer To House
Vent" on page 6 of this manual.
Flexible ducting materials are known to collapse,
be easily crushed,
and trap lint. These conditions
will obstruct dwer airflow and
increase
the risk of fire.
* Do not install or store this appliance
in any location where it could be exposed
to
water and or weather.
* Save these instructions.
(Installers: Be sure to leave these instructions
with the
customer).
in the state of Massachusetts,
installation must be performed by a qualified
or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified
or licensed by the state.
MATERIALS YOU WiLL NEED
4"DIA. METAL DUCT
e===_
(RECOMMENDED)
4"DIAM METAL ELBOW
4"DIA.FLEXIBLE METALSEMI-RIGID)
ULLSTED TRANS T ONDUCT
(IFNEEDED)
KITWXO8X10077
(INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS)
4"DIA.FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE)
ULLISTED T RANSITION DUCT
(IFNEEDED.)
(x2)
PIPE
0
EXHAUST HOOD COMPOUNDSOAP SOLUTION
FOR LEAK DETECTION
4"DUCT CLAMPS
OR
4"SPRING C LAMPS
_
_
Q_(x2)
FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONNECTORGLOVES
DUCT T APE
SAFETY GLASSES
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Verify, Your Gas Installation
(see section 2).
Prepare
the Area and Exhaust for Installation
of
New Dwer (see secdon 1).
Check and Insure the Existing External
Exhaust is
Clean (see secdon 1) and Meets Attached
Installation
Specifications
(see secdon 6).
Remove the Foam Shipping
Pads (see section 1).
Move the D_Ter to the Desired Location.
Level Your Dryer (see section 8).
Connect
the (;as Supply (see section 3) and check
for leaks (see section 4).
Step 8
Step 9
Step 10
Step 11
Connect
the External
Exhaust
(see secdon 7).
Connect
the Power Supply (see section 5).
Check the Operation
of the Power Supply, Gas
Connections,
and Venting.
Place the Owners Manual and the Installation
Instructions
in a Location Where They Will Be
Noticed By the Owner.
For Alcove
or Closet
Installation
see section
9.
For Bathroom
or Bedroom
Installation
see section
10.
For Mobile
or Manufhctured
Home
see section
11.
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- Page 1 WARN NG RIsK oF * To reduce the risk of severe i_j ury or death, follow all installation * Clothes dryer installation must be performed * Install the clothes dwer according local codes. In the absence of local codes, installation Fuel (;as Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA...
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Minimum Clearance Minimum clearance m combustible given m provide adequate must clearance FT]PREPARING FOR iNSTALLATiON OF NEW DRYER TIP: Install your dryer before installing This will allow better access when installing DiSCONNECTiNG TURN GAS DISCONNECTANDDISCARDOLD SHUT-OFF VALVE FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTOR TOTHE OFF LL_._:q: OLD TRANSITION DUCTING... -
Page 3: Installation
RECONNECTING Listed connector ANSI Z21.24 / CSA 6.10 NEWMETAL FLEXIBLE GAS LINECONNECTOR ADAPTER 3/8" NPT ELBOW ITEMSNOT SUPPLIED Note: The connector and fittings are designed for use onty on the original insta[tation and are not to be reused for another appliance or at another location. Keep flare end of adaptor free of ]rease, oi[ and thread sealant. - Page 4 [] ELECTRICAL CONNECTION iNFORMATiON WARNING- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL S HOCK, AND INJURY: * DO AN EXTENSION CORD ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE. D1yer must be electrically grounded local codes ordinances, or in tile codes, in accordance with tile NATIONAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA...
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Page 6: Alcove Or Closet Installation
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITIONDUCT * For best d,Ting perff_rmance, a rigid metal duct is recommended. * Rigid metal transitions ducts reduce ing and kinking. UL-LISTED FLEXIBLEMETAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT e If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UiAisted flexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting can be used (Kit WX08X10077). - Page 7 I_ DRYER EXHAUST TO LEFT OR BOTTOM CABINET WARNING- BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES REMOVE SCREW ANDSAVE.
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