GE 31-16223 Installation Manual

, WA I G -RiSK OF FIRE
= To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow' all installation instructions.
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local
codes, installation must comply with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas
and Propane installation Code, CSA B149.1.
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.
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 these instructions and local codes. 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).
BEFORE YOU BEGIN- Read the_einstructions
completely and carefully
•
important
- Save these instructionsfor local inspector's use.
•
important-
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer
- Be sure to leave these instructions with the customer.
• Note to Customer
- Keep these instructions for local inspector's use.
• Before the old dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove
the dryer door.
• inspect the dryer exhaust outlet and straighten the outlet walls if
they are bent.
• Service information and the wiring diagram are located in the
control console.
• Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close supervision 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 and Materials
you will need
[] Slip joint pliers, 8" pipe wrench,
10" adjustable wrenches (x2),
[] Screwdrivers (slotted or phillips head)
[] Chains (x2)
[] 2" x 4" studs
[] Wall hoods
[] 4" diameter rigid metal duct, duct clamps,
elbows and exhaust hood.
[] Flexible gas connector
[] Pipe compound
[] Soap solution for leak detection
[] Basic safety protection such as safety
goggles, gloves and arm protection are
recommended.
,_ WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual
must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to
prevent property damage, personal injury or death.
The ANSI Z21.5.1 standard requires the follow-
ing safety cautions be posted and displayed in a
3rominent location:
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
=WHATTO DO IFYOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
, Do not touch any electrical
switch; do not use any phone
a. Instructions to be followed in the event
the user smells gas. The information
to be posted shall be obtained by
consulting with the local gas supplier.
b. This note:
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
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.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire dep't.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
500A436P004
Pub.# 31-16223
OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS
IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
In the state of Massachusetts, installa=
tion must be performed by a qualified or
licensed contractor, plumber, or gas
fitter qualified or licensed by the state.
NOTE: Service of this dryer must be
performed by a qualified service agency.