GE Unitized Electric Washer/Dryer Installation Instructions Manual page 8

CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT
RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT
• For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is
recommended.
• Rigid metal transitions ducts reduce the risk of crushing and
kinking.
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT
enclosed spaces.
• For many applications, installing elbows at both the dryer and
the appliance to sit close to the wall without kinking and or
• 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
ducting cannot be used AND where a 4" diameter can be
maintained throughout the entire length of the transition duct.
ducts that comply with the "Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition
Duct Subject 2158A" shall be used.
enclosed spaces.
• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
1. Slide one end of the duct over the clothes dryer outlet pipe.
2. Secure the duct with a clamp.
its full length. Allow 2" of duct to overlap the exhaust pipe.
4. Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the other clamp.
Installation Instructions
RECOMMENDED
DO NOT USE
EXCESSIVE
EXHAUST
LENGTH
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DO
DON'T
DO NOT
PLACE
APPLIANCE
EXHAUST
DO NOT
CRUSH
EXHAUST
AGAINST
WALL