GE 500A436P006 Installation Instructions Manual

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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.