GE DSLVR48EH Installation Instructions Manual
GE DSLVR48EH Installation Instructions Manual

GE DSLVR48EH Installation Instructions Manual

Ge dslvr48eh: install guide

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Installation
Instructions

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and
carefully.
IMPORTANT-
instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT-
all governingcodes and ordinances.
Note to Installer
- Be sure to leave these
instructions with the customer.
Note to Customer
- Keep these instruct-
ions with your Use and Care Book for
future reference.
• Before the old dryer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the dryer
door.
• Service information and the wiring dia-
gram are located in the control console.
• Do not allow children on or in the appli-
ance. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the appliance is used
near children.
Install the dryer where the temperature
is above 50°F for satisfactory operation of
the dryer control system.
TOOLS YOU
WILL NEED
SLIP JOINT PLIERS
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
LEVEL
Step 1 Prepare the Area and Exhaust for Installation of
New Dryer (see section 1).
Step 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is
Clean (see section 1) and Meets Attached Installation
Specifications (see section 3).
Step 3 Remove the Foam Shipping Pads (see section 1).
Step 4 Move the Dryer to the Desired Location.
Step 5 Connect the Power Supply (see section 2).
Step 6 Connect the External Exhaust (see section 4).
Step 7 Level Your Dryer (see section 5).
Questions on Installation? Call: 1-800-GECARES (US)
or Visit our Web site at: www.GEAppliances.com (US)
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instruc-
tions.
Save these
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
• Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in accordance
with local codes.
Observe
• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes dryer to the
outdoors.
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials. If
flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is installed, it must be UL listed
and installed in accordance with the instructions found in "Connecting The
Dryer To House Vent" on page 5 of 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 and or weather.
• Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these instructions with
the customer).
NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer requires basic
mechanical and electrical skills. It is your responsibility to
contact a qualified installer to make the electrical connections.
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4" DIA. METAL DUCT
(RECOMMENDED)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED)
KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED.)
RISK OF FIRE
4" DUCT
4" DIA. METAL
EXHAUST
CLAMPS (2)
ELBOW
HOOD
OR
4" SPRING
CLAMPS (2)
GLOVES
DUCT TAPE
Step 8 Check the Operation of the Power Supply
and Venting.
Step 9 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 6.
For Bathroom or Bedroom Installation, see section 7.
For Mobile or Manufactured Home see, section 8.
For side or bottom exhaust, see section 9.

Electric Dryer

07
SAFETY
DRYER POWER
CORD KIT
GLASSES
(NOT PROVIDED
WITH DRYER)
UL RATED
120/240V,30A
WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS.
IDENTIFY THE PLUG
3/4" STRAIN
TYPE AS PER THE
RELIEF
HOUSE RECEPTACLE
UL RECOGNIZED
BEFORE PURCHASING
LINE CORD.

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  • Page 1: Electric Dryer

    • This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. • Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes dryer to the outdoors. • DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is installed, it must be UL listed and installed in accordance with the instructions found in "Connecting The...
  • Page 2: Electrical Connection Information

    NATIONAL ELECTRI- CAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit, protected by the required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers. A four or three-wire, single phase, 120/240V or 120/208V, 60Hz, CHECK THAT EXHAUST 30 amp circuit is required.
  • Page 3: Exhaust Information

    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.
  • Page 4: Exhaust Connection

    5 LEVELING AND STABILIZING YOUR DRYER STAND THE DRYER UPRIGHT NEAR THE FINAL LOCATION AND ADJUST THE 4 LEVELING LEGS, AT THE CORNERS, TO ENSURE THAT THE DRYER IS LEVEL FROM SIDE TO SIDE AND FRONT TO REAR. STANDARD REAR EXHAUST...
  • Page 5 6 ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION 6 ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION • If your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, it will be stated on a label on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See the EXHAUST INFORMATION sections 3 &...
  • Page 6 CAUTION: Be sure not to pull or damage the 9" EXHAUST CAN BE ADDED TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE • Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow. PORTION "A" RIGHT OR LEFT SIDE...
  • Page 7 (where you removed the filler plugs). Apply firm pressure to get the screw started. 2. Loosen the top screws from each hinge on the dryer face half way. With one hand holding the top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the dryer by lifting it UP and OUT.
  • Page 8 Notes...

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